SPECIAL EVENTS FOR ADULTS
ARTS AND CRAFTS FOR ADULTS Join us for arts, crafts, making and more. Materials provided unless noted.
Glen Burnie Anime & Manga Club for Adults! Tuesdays, September 12, October 10 and November 14 at 6 pm Get ready to share your faves, what you are currently watching/reading, artwork and cosplay! Senior Sip and Social Fridays, September 22, October 20 and November 17 at 11 am Enjoy a hot beverage and get creative with a simple art project at our monthly senior social event. Ukulele for Beginners Thursday, October 19 at 6:30 pm Sessions begin with a “quick start” lesson on the basics followed by playing beginner or intermediate songs. Bring your own ukulele, or reserve and pick up one of our loaners. Linthicum Donuts and Discussions for Seniors Fridays, September 22, October 20 and November 17 at 10:30 am Visit us for a morning of learning, socializing and donuts. Maryland City at Russett R Video Games for Seniors Wednesday, September 6 at 2 pm Play interactive video games with others in your community. Snacks provided. TUESDAYS AT TWO Meet and socialize with other seniors. Refreshments served. Travel Chat Tuesday, September 19 at 2 pm Chat about the interesting places that you have traveled, near and far. Learn Personal Safety with a Police Officer Tuesday, October 17 at 2 pm Learn tips on personal safety with a representative from the police department. Gratitude Journals Tuesday, November 21 at 2 pm Talk about what gratitude means to you and discuss the practice of journaling. Journal provided.
R Kids In Safety Seats Car Seat Checks Get help from a certified expert and make sure your loved ones are safe in their seats for every ride. Safety seat checks will be conducted by appointment only. Register at tinyurl.com/k7f6hf3s starting 30 days before each event.
True Crime Club Monday, October 30 at 6:30 pm Together with fellow true crime
Broadneck R Paint Night: Autumn Monday, October 2 at 6 pm Brooklyn Park Visible Mending Monday, November 6 at 6 pm
Deale R Art Nights Tuesdays, September 5, October 3 and November 7 at 6:30 pm Discoveries: The Library at the Mall Adult Art Club Wednesdays, September 6, October 4 and November 8 at 11 am Monthly social event, complemented by an activity related to the arts. Eastport-Annapolis Neck R Sip and Paint Wednesdays, September 6, October 4 and November 1 at 6:30 pm Relax with a non-alcoholic beverage while painting. Edgewater R Meditative Mandala Painting Workshop Monday, October 30 at 10:30 am
Glen Burnie R Maker’s Night: Famous Artist Series Thursdays, September 7, October 5 and November 2 at 6 pm Flower Pressing for the Amateur Monday, October 2 at 6:30 pm Learn Counted Cross Stitch Saturday, October 28 at 2 pm For teens and adults Presenter: Constellation Chapter of the Embroidery Guild of America Odenton R Collage Night Monday, September 11 at 6:30 pm Upcycled Textiles Saturday, October 7 at 2 pm Choose a project to give new life to your old fabric items. All levels of sewing experience welcome.
Odenton, continued R Art Inspired By Music Tuesday, October 24 at 6 pm R Paint Night Thursday, November 30 at 6:30 pm Severna Park Color Me Calm Saturdays, September 9 and November 4 at 3 pm NEW: Stitchin’ in the Stacks Tuesdays, September 26, October 24 and November 21 at 2 pm Bring your project and join fellow crafters for a stitchin’ good time! R Online Event
enthusiasts, discuss your favorite cases, documentaries, books and theories. Ukulele Strum and Sing Thursday, November 16 at 6:30 pm This session is for adults, teens and older kids who have learned basic strumming and a few easy chords. Beginner friendly and paced for the playing ability of the group that night. Death Café Monday, November 27 at 6:30 pm A Death Cafe is where people, often strangers, gather to eat cake, drink tea and discuss death. Presenter: Donna Dallas, funeral director R Online Events Mondays are Murder- A Virtual True Crime Discussion Group Mondays, September 25, October 30 and November 27 at 7 pm Join us for a virtual true crime discussion group that explores famous solved and unsolved cases. Topics change every month. Classic Rock Talk! Tuesday, November 7 at 6 pm Join to discuss the greatest rock performers and songs of all time! See “Crofton” above for an in-person version of this event.
Busch Annapolis Tuesday, October 3 from 10 am to 1 pm
Odenton Wednesday, November 1 from 10 am to 1 pm
Learn different techniques to extend the life of your favorite clothes with whimsy and flair. Creativebug Craft Night Tuesday, November 28 at 6 pm
Crofton Classic Rock Talk! Tuesday, September 5 at 6 pm Celebrate and discuss Fleetwood Mac’s landmark 1977 album, Rumours ! See “Online Events” below for a virtual version of this event. Deale Columbia Beach: Gem of the Chesapeake Wednesday, November 1 at 6:30 pm Admiral of the Chesapeake and Founder/ President of the Blacks of the Chesapeake Foundation Vincent O. Leggett discusses Columbia Beach, a historically African- American community on the Chesapeake Bay in Shady Side. Discoveries: The Library at the Mall Neurodiverse Meet Up Wednesdays, September 13, October 11 and November 1 at 11 am Check out this monthly social event for neurodivergent adults. Everyone is welcome. Join us to socialize and meet new friends. Eastport-Annapolis Neck R Annapolis Jazz and Roots Festival: Nyame Nti West African Drummers Saturday, November 4 at 11 am The Nyame Nti West African Drummers will perform four traditional West African rhythms, lead an audience participation experience and demonstrate African dance. R Annapolis Jazz and Roots Festival: Indentured Servitude and Slavery in Maryland from the 1630s - 1864 Saturday, November 11 at 11 am Archivist, actor and writer Chris Haley will give a presentation on indentured servitude and slavery in Maryland.
Edgewater R Strum Along With Us! Saturdays, September 23, October 21 and November 18 at 10 am Novice ukulele players are welcome to join more experienced players from UkeAnnapolis as they strum and sing. Music books and a limited number of ukuleles will be provided.
Busch Annapolis Postage Stamp Art Monday, September 18 at 6:30 pm
Flicks with Sticks To Kill a Mockingbird (NR, 1962) Saturday, October 21 at 2 pm
The Mindful Art of Zentangle Monday, November 6 at 7 pm
R Baby Steps Thursdays as listed below at 11:30 am New parents of newborns through four months are invited to join us for this program series to learn from community experts and build a network of support. September 28: Baby Basics Part 1 October 5: Baby Basics Part 2 October 12: Parent/Infant Communication October 19: Self-Care for Parents October 26: Early Literacy Presenters: Annapolis Pediatrics, Anne Arundel Community College Parenting Center, Early Childhood Services with the Work with your fellow investigators to examine clues, solve puzzles and find the culprit of the mysterious yacht death. USCG Auxiliary Cold Water Survival Saturday, November 4 at 1 pm Join the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Herring Bay for a three-hour course intended to educate all boaters about the dangers of cold-water accidents. Behavioral Health Administration Hunt a Killer: Dead Below Deck Saturday, September 30 at 11 am
GARDENING & NATURE
Brooklyn Park Garden Tales: Exploring Native Plants in Fall Saturday, September 30 at 11 am Learn about native plants, their importance in the local ecosystem and their benefits for your garden. Birdwatching for Adults
Crofton Crofton Houseplant Club Mondays, September 25, October 30 and November 27 at 6:30 pm For all houseplant enthusiasts there will be an informational session, show-and- tell and time for questions. Bring your favorite plant to show off or one that needs a solution. Severna Park Fall Yard Maintenance for Birds and Bees Monday, October 2 at 6 pm Join Master Gardener Ann Sawyer to learn how to reduce fall cleanup, provide winter shelter for birds and bees and create an enjoyable autumn garden that benefits wildlife.
Wednesday, October 4 at 2 pm Join us for an introduction to birdwatching for adults! Busch Annapolis Walking The Appalachian Trail Tuesday, September 26 at 7 pm
Author Harvey Dennenberg discusses his experiences traveling the Appalachian Trail.
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