Special Events for Adults Brooklyn Park Drum Circle Saturday, December 11 at 3 pm Express yourself through joyful sound, rhythm and positive leadership! No experience necessary and percussion instruments provided. Busch Annapolis R Language Exchange Group Intercambio de Idiomas Wednesdays, January 26 and February 2 at 7 pm Miércoles, 26 de enero y 2 de febrero a las 7 pm English-language learners and Spanish-language learners come together to help each other through conversation practice. Register online or by calling the Busch Annapolis Library at 410-222-1750. Los que aprenden el inglés y los que aprenden el español se ayudan mutuamente a través de la conversación. Regístrese en línea o llame a la Biblioteca Busch Annapolis al 410-222-1750. Partner/Colaborador de la biblioteca: Centro de Ayuda R Cabin Fever Craft Tuesday, February 22 at 2 pm Get out of the house and make a craft with friends. Discoveries: The Library at the Mall Senior Tea & Social Thursdays, December 9, January 13 and February 10 at 11 am A monthly social event complemented by an activity related to the arts. December: Create a luminary January: Adult spelling bee February: Color to the music 2022 Vision Boards Saturday, January 15 at 2 pm Make vision boards using magazines and other supplies provided. Online Dating 101 for Seniors Wednesday, January 19 at 6:30 pm Learn about online dating options, tricks for making a good profile, online and offline safety tips and try your hand at taking a profile picture. R PAINT NIGHTS We will guide you as you create your very own work of art using acrylic paint on canvas. All materials will be
R Virtual Events for Adults Ask a Lawyer in the Library Haga una pregunta a un abogado en la biblioteca Wednesdays at 11 am Wednesdays, January 19 and February 16 at 4:30 pm Miércoles a las 11 am Miércoles 19 de enero y 16 de febrero a las 4:30 pm Talk with a volunteer lawyer for up to 20 minutes about your civil, non-family legal problem for free! Once you have signed up, you will be sent an intake sheet and instructions for meeting with the attorney. To register for an appointment, visit circuitcourt.org/ legal-help/lawyer-in-the-library or call the law library at 410-222-1387. ¡Hable con un abogado voluntario, durante un tiempo máximo de 20 minutos, sobre un asunto legal civil no familiar de forma gratuita! Una vez que se haya registrado, se le enviará una hoja de admisión e instrucciones para reunirse con el abogado. Regístrese para una cita en circuitcourt.org/legal-help/ lawyer-in-the-library o llame a la biblioteca jurídica al 410-222-1387. Partner: Anne Arundel County Public Law Library Colaborador de la biblioteca: Biblioteca de derecho público del condado de Anne Arundel The Whys and Whens of Car Maintenance with the Mechanic Shop Femme Monday, December 6 at 6:30 pm Learn when and why to perform specific maintenance tasks, including changing fluids and filters, belts, air conditioning recharges and more. English Conversation Club Club de conversación en inglés Mondays, December 6, January 10 and February 7 at 7 pm Lunes, 6 de diciembre, 10 de enero, 7 de febrero a las 7 pm
Digital Privacy and Scams: Protecting Yourself Online Tuesday, December 7 at 2 pm Learn how to avoid being taken advantage of on the internet in this interactive, informative presentation. Presenter: SOAR Program Director Classic Rock Talk! Tuesdays, December 7 and February 8 at 6 pm Join us for a discussion, trivia and the chance to contribute to a playlist of classic rock favorites from the 1950s to 1990s. Anxious about tough conversations with people in your life? Join the Anne Arundel Conflict Resolution Center for an interactive and non-judgmental workshop that will challenge you to identify your emotions and to better communicate what you’re thinking in order to create a more peaceful and understanding atmosphere. Anne Arundel Community College Information Sessions Thursdays, December 9 and January 6 at 6 pm Adult learners are invited to meet with an admissions officer from Anne Arundel Community College to learn about the admissions process for new and returning students, majors offered, transferability of credits and partnerships with four-year institutions, paying for college and student success support services. Adult Writers’ Group Saturdays, December 11, January 8 and February 12 at 2 pm Writers of all abilities interested in a read and critique group are welcome. Bring an open mind and a desire to improve your craft. Language Exchange Group Intercambio de Idiomas Wednesdays, December 15, January 12 and February 16 at 7 pm Miércoles, 15 de diciembre, 12 de enero y 16 de febrero a las 7 pm English-language learners and Spanish-language learners come together to help each other through conversation practice. Register online or by calling the Conflict Resolution Workshop Thursday, December 9 at 2 pm Busch Annapolis Library at 410-222-1750. Los que aprenden el inglés y los que aprenden el español se ayudan mutuamente a través de la conversación. Regístrese llamando a la Biblioteca Busch Annapolis al 410-222-1750 Partner/Colaborador de la biblioteca: Centro de Ayuda Every Child Ready to Read: Talking! Monday, January 10 at 7 pm Would you like to help the preschool children in your care to have the skills they need to succeed in kindergarten? Join us on Zoom for a series of programs which will gives you tips and tricks for successful parenting and caregiving. See more Every Child Ready to Read, pages 12-13.
Edgewater R Meditative Mandala Painting Workshop Saturday, December 4 at 10 am Create a mandala rock using the art of dot painting. R Strum Along With Us! Saturdays, December 4, January 15 and February 26 at 2 pm Novice ukulele players, join UkeAnnapolis for a fun and easy strum along! Coffee with a Cop Fridays, December 10, January 21 and February 18 at 10:30 am Community residents are invited to meet with officers from the Anne Arundel County Police Department’s, Southern District. Bring your questions, concerns or just get to know your local officers in an informal library environment. Mike Earnst of Blue Crab Antiques will present a short talk about appraising antiques. Attendees can bring two small items for appraisals. R Recycled Painting Night Wednesday, January 26 at 6 pm Recycle old thrift store paintings and create something totally new! We will provide all the materials. Glen Burnie R Creating a Pollinator Paradise with Native Plants Monday, January 10 at 6 pm Master Watershed Steward, gardener and naturalist Alison Milligan will discuss pollinator gardens. You’ll learn which plants are best to attract specific pollinators and see beautiful photos of pollinators in action. R Antique Talk and Appraisals Tuesday, January 11 at 6:30 pm
Maryland City at Russett R ⚛ Learn to Solder Workshop Tuesday, January 11 at 7 pm Learn the basics of soldering, with an emphasis on safety. Solder a badge that lights up! Children under age 14 must attend with an adult. Minimum age 10, with no one younger allowed in the room for safety reasons. R Tea and Treasures Monday, January 31 at 2 pm Bring a small treasured object and share a short history of what makes this special or just come to listen. Enjoy a delightful cup of tea as we enjoy the stories. R Paper Circuit Greeting Cards Tuesday, February 8 at 7 pm Using a simple electric circuit, make a greeting card that lights up! Geared towards adults/seniors, but teens are welcome. Odenton Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike and Backpacking 101 Saturday, December 4 at 2 pm Appalachian Trail thru-hiker, Colin Gardner, will share his 2021 experience from Springer Mountain, GA to Mt. Katahdin, ME. Colin will share pictures and stories of trail life as well as talk about thru-hiking gear, learning experiences and how to prepare for a backpacking adventure. R MONTHLY MIXED MEDIA Art Inspired By Music Monday, December 13 at 6:30 pm Listen to music from different genres as inspiration for creating different pieces of art. All art supplies will be provided. Reimagine Thrift Store Paintings Monday, January 10 at 6:30 pm Add to a thrift store find to create your own masterpiece. Potato Printing Monday, February 14 at 6:30 pm Create simple printing blocks from potatoes and make a beautiful piece of wrapping paper and a greeting card. Severna Park Bullet Journaling 101 Tuesday, January 11 at 7 pm Learn the basics of journaling and its applications for your mindfulness practice and productivity. Bring a blank notebook or journal. See virtual program on opposite page.
White Feminism, the Karen Discourse, and the Critical Need for Intersectionality Tuesday, January 18 at 7 pm We will unpack the history of who has been left out of (or intentionally denied access to) feminist movements and women’s rights circles throughout history, examining social issues such as reproductive justice, voting and the #MeToo movement. We will also
discuss the unmarked nature of whiteness and the reality of “safe spaces” for women of multiple marginalized identities. Presenter: Dr. Dresden Lackey
Virtual Poetry Reading and Open Mic Tuesday, January 11 at 6 pm
Enjoy virtual readings by notable poets and a warm, supportive atmosphere for sharing your own work. Broadway Music BINGO Tuesday, January 18 at 6:30 pm Join us in a fun game of music bingo featuring the musical numbers that you can’t get out of your head. An email address is required for this virtual program so that we can send you the bingo game card. See page 19 for more bingo. Mondays are Murder Virtual True Crime Discussion Mondays, January 24 and February 28 at 7 pm A virtual true crime discussion about famous solved and unsolved murders. Genealogy & the Census Thursday, January 27 at 7 pm Wanting to delve deeper into the census? Listen to a talk about genealogy and census records, beyond the decennial census. Partner: Carol Carman; Anne Arundel Genealogical Society Bullet Journaling Tuesday, February 1 at 7 pm This adaptable form of journaling is useful for everything from personal habit-tracking, to breaking down work tasks, to planning a dream vacation or even a novel! See in-person program on opposite page.
Get together to practice speaking English. Únase a nosotros para practicar Inglés.
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Note: Event information is subject to change, especially during times of inclement weather. Check online or call your local branch for event updates.
Saturday, December 11 at 2 pm (for beginners) Tuesdays, January 18 and February 15 at 6:30 pm
Chaya Milchtein of the Mechanic Shop Femme
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