Adult Learning English Basic Skills Free English classes offered by Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) and taught at various libraries integrate listening, speaking, reading and writing skills for students with minimal English training. For more information and to register, call AACC’s ESL office at 410-777-2901 or email esloffice@aacc.edu . Prepare for the GED/Adult Basic Skills Improve your basic reading, math and language skills or prepare to take the GED test with the adult basic skills program provided by AACC at various libraries. For more information and to register, call AACC at 410-777-1823 or email gedprogram@aacc.edu . R VIRTUAL EVENTS Intro to Library eBooks and Streaming Wednesdays, December 8, January 12 and February 9 at 3 pm Learn about eBook, eAudiobook, eMagazine and streaming options available free with your library card. Staff will be available to answer questions at the end of the presentation.
Health and Wellness
R Computer Classes at the Odenton Library Learn from a computer lab assistant in a group setting with hands-on practice. Prerequisite: basic computer skills, library card with your four-digit PIN and USB flash drive.
Eastport-Annapolis Neck Brain Health Across Your Life Span Saturday, January 22 at 11 am Join us as we discuss how you can help your brain span match your lifespan. Presenter: Anne Arundel County Department of Aging Edgewater Join a mental/behavioral health expert from Mind Resilience to learn about strategies and techniques that adults can use to develop the strengths, skills and resources that interrupt and prevent downward spirals, and enable and promote upward spirals. See more resilience programs for young children and teens on pages14 and 18. Mind Resilience for Adults Thursday, January 27 at 6 pm
Discoveries: The Library at the Mall R BOOKS AND BEYOND Join lively discussions on a wide range of topics selected especially for seniors or individuals living with memory loss and their care partners. During these three interactive programs, you will be encouraged to learn, explore and laugh with others in the group.
R VIRTUAL EVENTS Journaling for Wellness
Mondays, December 6, January 3 and February 7 at 6 pm Experience the power of journaling for your mental health and well-being. You’ll have the opportunity to journal with guided prompts and gentle structure. Teen Mental Health Thursday, January 20 at 7 pm Join local mental health professionals for a panel discussion about teen mental health issues. Learn how and where to reach out with questions or concerns. Prediabetes Information Session in Spanish Sesión de Información Sobre Prediabetes en Español Are prediabetes and diabetes the same? How is it diagnosed, and can it be reversed? How can you avoid developing diabetes? Get the answers to these questions from an American Association of Diabetes educators master lifestyle coach. Wednesday, January 26 at 6:30 pm Miércoles 26 de enero a las 6:30 pm ¿La prediabetes y la diabetes son lo mismo? ¿Cómo se diagnostica? ¿Se pueden revertir la prediabetes y la diabetes? ¿Cómo puede evitar desarrollar diabetes? Obtenga las respuestas a estas preguntas de una asesora de estilo de vida maestra de la Asociación estadounidense de educadores en diabetes.
Google Docs for Beginners Saturday, February 5 at 11 am Prerequisite: Gmail account and password Google Sheets for Beginners Saturday, February 19 at 11 am Prerequisite: Gmail account and password
Microsoft Excel I Monday, January 10 at 6 pm Microsoft Excel II Monday, January 17 at 6 pm Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel I Microsoft Excel III Monday, January 24 at 6 pm Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel I
Microsoft Word I Monday, December 6 at 6 pm Microsoft Word II Monday, December 13 at 6 pm Prerequisite: Microsoft Word I Microsoft Word III Monday, December 27 at 6 pm Prerequisite: Microsoft Word I
Partner: The Alzheimer’s Association Cozy Mysteries and Comfort Foods Thursday, December 2 at 11 am New Books and Creating New Habits
Thursday, January 6 at 11 am Poetry and Lovable Things Thursday, February 3 at 11 am
R Foundation Grants Research & Resources at the Busch Annapolis Library Grant Research One-on-One Training
Grantseeking Resources Workshop Thursday, January 13 at 2 pm
Would you like help searching for grant opportunities for your nonprofit organization or as an individual grant seeker? Schedule an appointment by calling the Busch Annapolis Library (branch information is on back cover).
Learn to search for grants and attract funders by using Foundation Directory Online, Candid Learning and GuideStar.
American Red Cross Blood Drive You are eligible to donate if you are 17 or older (16 with written parental consent), weigh a minimum of 110 lbs, and are in good health. You may walk in or schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-733-2767. Broadneck Thursday, February 10 at 1:30 pm Busch Annapolis Fridays, December 3, January 7 and February 4 at 10 am Edgewater Thursday, December 30 at 10 am Mountain Road Saturday, December 18 at 10 am
Email for Beginners in Spanish at Discoveries: The Library at the Mall
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Correo Electrónico para Principiantes en Español Saturday, February 19 at 2 pm Sábado 19 de febrero a las 2 pm
Aprenda cómo registrarse para obtener una cuenta de correo electrónico de Gmail gratuita y los conceptos básicos de cómo enviar, responder y reenviar mensajes y adjuntar archivos y fotos. Si ya tiene una cuenta de correo electrónico de Gmail, por favor traiga su contraseña. Este programa se llevará a cabo en español y está abierto a adultos y adolescentes. Se proporcionarán computadoras portátiles para su uso durante el programa. This programwill be conducted in Spanish and is open to adults and teens . Learn how to sign up for a free Gmail email account and learn the basic concepts of how to send, reply and forward messages and attach documents and photos. If you already have a Gmail email account, please bring your password. Laptops will be provided for use. Estate Planning, Administration and Wills Learn estate planning essentials, including wills and trusts, power of attorney and medical directives. Presenter: Council Baradel Eastport-Annapolis Neck Saturday, December 18 at 2 pm R Severna Park Tuesday, January 4 at 7 pm R Virtual Thursday, February 10 at 7 pm
Tech Tuesdays Discover valuable library resources that can help you design, write or learn new skills. All programs are at 6:30 pm . December 14: Canva for Beginners
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January 11: Building a Blog February 1: LinkedIn Learning For teen and adults
Intro to eLearning Resources Wednesday, January 18 at 3 pm Learn about resources like Rosetta Stone, Creativebug, LinkedIn Learning, Udemy and live tutoring from Brainfuse. MD Renters’ Tax and Homeowners’ Tax Credit Programs Thursday, January 27 at 2 pm Get ready to take the credit! The Maryland Renters’ and Homeowners’ Property Tax Credit Program helps renters and homeowners account for the skyrocketing housing associated costs in Maryland. We will discuss how to navigate the application process and successfully submit your application to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation. Application assistance is also provided through the Securing Older Adult Resources (SOAR) Program, a service program within the Maryland Consumer Rights Coalition. Presenter: SOAR Program Director
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Intro into College Savings with Maryland 529 at the Severn Library Wednesday, January 19 at 7 pm Learn about the features and benefits of the Maryland Prepaid College Trust and the Maryland College
BayPoint Wealth | Martha O. Blaxall & Joe Dickey Council Baradel | Lost Ark Distilling | Trish & Greg Strott A&G Management | Jane Campbell-Chambliss & Peter C. Chambliss | Tara Balfe-Clifford Carrol’s Creek Café | James Cheevers | Anna E. Greenberg | Jim & Mary Hagerty | Lucie Lehmann Joyce C. Miller, MLS | Chris Nelson & Joyce Olin | Jim & Nancy Nolan | PPG Wealth Dr. & Mrs. J. Robert Sapp | Doug & Karen Smith | Day Weitzman, CB Realty Making your library better
Investment Plan, and have your questions answered by a Maryland 529 representative. Parents/guardians are welcome.
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