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New STORYTIME SERIES FAMILY STORYTIME with ASL Interpretation
Kindergarten Readiness (Not held December 23 - 31) Babies in Bloom Tuesdays at 10:30 am Toddler Time Mondays at 10:30 and 11:30 am Preschool Storytime Thursdays at 10:30 am Family Storytime Saturdays at 10:30 and 11:30 am Tuesday, February 18 at 6 pm : Stuffed Animal Sleepover NEW LACTATION POD A freestanding Mamava lactation pod is now available at Discoveries: The Library at the Mall, providing a clean, quiet, secure place for breastfeeding and pumping caregivers. The nursing pod features seating, electrical outlets and reading material, allowing users a private space where they can tend to their little ones without leaving the library. The installation of the Mamava pod, along with the existing Community Pantry, which provides free diapers, wipes and menstrual products to those in need, creates an environment where all visitors feel comfortable and supported. “The library is intentional in creating spaces that welcome everyone in our community and the lactation pod enhances that experience for caregivers and babies,” said Rachel Myers, branch manager at Discoveries. This pod, the first of its kind in a Maryland library, was made possible by the generosity of donors through a $31,500 grant from the Library Foundation. It is available when the library is open.
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Hallyu Club: Meet Up Thursdays, December 12 and 19, January 9 and 30 and February 13 and 27 at 6 pm Explore East Asian shows, music and cultures! All fans of Kpop, Jpop, anime and K-dramas are welcome. Bring a dish to share. Tea and snacks provided! Jazz Concert: USNA’s Superintendent’s Combo Saturday, January 25 at 1 pm Spend a winter afternoon listening to the jazz stylings of the U.S. Naval Academy’s Superintendent’s Combo. TEENS Anime & Manga Club Monday, December 16 at 6 pm Hangout with us to share your favorites, what you are currently watching/reading, artwork and cosplay. KIDS ⚛ Science Saturday: Bioluminescence Saturday, December 14 at 11 am Learn about bioluminescence, animals and plants that naturally glow in the dark with hands on experiments. Young Historians: Winter Solstice Traditions Monday, December 16 at 4 pm Travel back in time! Young historians will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with historical people and cultures.
Kindergarten Readiness (Not held December 23 - 31) Babies in Bloom Thursdays at 10:30 am Toddler Time Wednesdays at 10:30 am Preschool Storytime Tuesdays at 10:30 am Family Storytime Thursday, January 23 at 6 pm : Bedtime Storytime R ⚛ Maryland Critters-Who Lives Where? Tuesday, January 21 at 2 pm Students will learn the four key habitat components and animal adaptations for survival. Discover “who lives where” among fascinating Bay and land animals, with live animals if available. Presenter: CoreSharkH20 PRESCHOOL Young Child at Play Fridays, December 20, January 31 and February 21 at 10:30 am Young children will enjoy books, music and developmentally appropriate toys and activities during an hour of unstructured social time. Love & Kindness Sensory Play Friday, February 14 at 10:30 am Enjoy hands-on exploring and sensory play.
Discoveries will present a special storytime for families with ASL interpretation on the second Saturday of each month at 10:30 am . The Saturday dates for winter are:
December 14 | January 11 | February 8 Find more events for deaf, hard-of-hearing, ASL communities, CODA, interpreters and friends by scanning this code:
Family Movie Night The Peanuts Movie (G, 2015) Tuesday, December 17 at 6 pm Wonka (PG, 2023) Tuesday, January 21 at 6 pm Pokémon Detective Pikachu (PG, 2019) Tuesday, February 18 at 6 pm R Bluey Escape Room Friday, January 17 from 1 to 3 pm and Saturday, January 18 from 10 am to 3 pm Escape the winter blues with Bluey and friends. There will be various puzzles, activities and mind games to challenge both kids and adults. ADULTS Cardio Drumming For Fun and Fitness Fridays, December 6, January 3 and February 7 at 11:45 am Saturdays, December 28, January 25 and February 22 at 11:45 am Stand or sit for this program where we will tap, stretch and move to music while drumming on large fitness balls.
ALL ALL-iday Family Potluck Tuesday, December 17 at 6 pm
KIDS Reader’s Theater Thursday, January 16 at 2 pm
Join our potluck “ALL-iday” celebration! Bring a homemade or store-bought dish with cultural significance for at least 10 people, ready to eat and share! Birding Bonanza Saturday, January 4 at 2 pm Wintertime is perfect for bird watching. Join us for crafts and activities to explore all there is to enjoy about our feathered backyard friends! ADULTS How to Avoid Fraud, Scams and Identity Theft Saturday, January 25 at 2 pm Join an experienced civil litigator for an informative session on scams and identity theft. Learn prevention tips and crucial steps to take if victimized. All Abilities Storytime! Wednesday, February 12 at 11 am Join our storytime for neurodivergent adults and caregivers! Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while having fun and making new friends. TEENS Fabric DIY Wednesdays, December 11, January 8 and February 12 at 6 pm Use basic sewing and other crafting skills to create fun take-home projects of your own design! All supplies provided.
Enhance reading, writing, listening and speaking skills through fun group plays. We’ll create sock puppets and use props for performances! R ⚛ Snowy STEM Saturday, January 18 at 2 pm Young scientists will explore fun activities like snowflake science and frosty creations! Join us for hands-on experiments and creative challenges! Early Reader Book Club Thursdays, January 23 and February 27 at 4 pm Children in K-2 can practice their reading skills through group reading, activities and games. ⚛ Coding Club Saturday, February 15 at 2 pm Unleash your creativity by practicing code with Scratch, make friends with amazing robots, and discover new ways to read, write and think in this
exciting, hands-on program. PRESCHOOL Kwanzaa Tales Saturday, December 28 at 10:30 am
In her interactive performance, TAHIRA shares the seven principles of Kwanzaa through storytelling and music.
Lunar New Year Storytime Friday, January 24 at 10:30 am
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a story, songs and crafts! Traditional clothing is encouraged!
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December 2024, January and February 2025
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