Anne Arundel County Public Library Newsletter Spring 2026

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ALL Irish Dance Extravaganza! Saturday, March 21 at 2 PM Celebrate Irish culture with live music, percussive dance and descendant American styles with intricate footwork, high-energy music and joyful traditional dance. Presenter: Footworks Percussive Dance Ensemble

ADULTS AARP Income Tax Assistance for Senior and Low-and-Middle Income Residents Saturdays at 10 AM (ends April 11) Trained volunteers answer tax questions and assist with preparation. No AARP membership required. Not eligible with farm income, rental income or self-employed net loss. No appointments needed. AAWDC Workplace Accommodations Workshop Thursday, April 30 at 11 AM Learn about workplace accommodations and how you can request them from employers. Presenter: Rayven Hyman, Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corp Paint & Sip for Relaxation Tuesday, May 5 at 5 PM Listen to relaxing music, get creative with self- guided painting and enjoy light refreshments! Brooklyn Park Community Baby Shower / Baby shower comunitario de Brooklyn Park Saturday, May 30 at 11 AM Sábado, 30 de mayo a las 11:00 AM Games, prizes, music and fun for women with a baby on the way in Brooklyn Park! ¡Juegos, premios, música y diversión para mujeres esperando un bebé en Brooklyn Park! Presenter: Brooklyn Park Community of Hope; Belle Grove Judy Center

TEENS Teen Hangout Wednesdays, March 4 and 18, April 1 and 15 and May 6 and 20 from 4:30 - 6 PM Take a break after school with video games, crafts, snacks and more fun activities. ⚛ STEAM Club Thursdays, March 12, April 9 and May 14 at 6 PM Explore incorporating science and art through hands-on experimentation, demonstrations and activities. ⚛ Trade School Fair Saturday, April 11 at 11 AM Stop by to see what other options are out there including apprenticeships, training certifications and more! KIDS Homeschool Hangout Mondays, March 2, April 6 and May 4 at 2 PM Explore a different subject every month with fun games, STEAM, reading, writing, crafts and tons of other activities! Family & Friends Game Night Mondays, March 16 and May 18 at 5:30 PM Play one of our games or bring your own! ⚛ Let's Play Catch!

Deaf Social and Game Day Saturdays, March 28, April 25 and May 23 at 2 PM Join us at the library for a silent afternoon of games, ASL practice and socializing! Voice-off event. For adults

TEENS Teen Gaming Afternoon

Performance by U.S. Navy Country Current Saturday, April 4 at 2 PM Join us for a fantastic performance by Country Current, the U.S. Navy's premier country-bluegrass ensemble! Bingo with Infinite Legacy Thursday, April 16 at 5 PM Win prizes and learn about organ and tissue donation with a family-friendly bingo activity hosted by Infinite Legacy. Let it Out! Collective Scream & Activities Saturday, May 2 at 2 PM Come for stress-busting activities like splatter painting, pinata smashing and vocal tips for safe

Tuesdays, March 10, April 14 and May 12 at 4 PM Play games and have fun with fellow teen video game enthusiasts by taking a turn on our Nintendo Switch or PlayStation 5 or by bringing your own handheld device. Teen Hang Out Mondays, March 16, April 20 and May 18 at 5 PM Enjoy some social time with crafts, board games, video games and other activities! Light snacks provided. Basic Sewing Wednesday, March 25 at 5 PM Learn basic stitches and complete a small project using a recycled t-shirt. Bring your own or use materials provided. KIDS ⚛ Build-a-Bot Tuesday, March 31 at 3 PM Little robots, lots of fun! Build your very own mini robot with us! PRESCHOOL ⚛ Toddler Tinker Time Saturday, March 28 at 11 AM This interactive playtime will encourage toddlers to build, experiment and have fun!

ALL Book Bingo

ADULTS Older Americans Month Senior Sip Friday, May 1 at 11 AM

Saturday, March 14 at 2 PM , Wednesday, May 27 at 6 PM Play bingo for books that have left our collection and you can take home to keep forever! Trans Pride Party Tuesday, March 31 at 5:30 PM Celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility and connect with your community. Meet new people, listen to music, make crafts and play games in a safe welcoming space for all. Glen Burnie Community Art Museum Night Thursday, May 7 at 6 PM Be a part of our third annual Community Art Museum. Whether you draw, paint, collage, knit, sew or build, show off your best work during our one- night only community art display. Submit in person April 13–May 2 with a one-night display on May 7. See all requirements at bit.ly/gb-art-museum .

Learn about resources for older adults, meet your fellow seniors and enjoy a hot beverage while participating in this special social hour.

screaming before everyone gathers outside for one great big collective scream.

Monday, April 20 at 5:30 PM Whether you’re a beginner or miss tossing a ball, enjoy soft

Mental Health Journaling Crafternoon Saturday, May 9 at 2 PM

balls and football outside, no mitt needed. Bring proper footwear and sun protection.

EXPLORE YOUR FUTURE BUILD YOUR FUTURE HERE

Decorate your own journal and get tips on different journaling techniques to relieve stress and express yourself creatively.

1 MILLION BOOKS, MOVIES AND MORE! Entering the workforce, changing careers, looking to be your own boss or building your workforce, the library is here to help. FREE TUTORING, JOB HELP, ROSETTA STONE, LAPTOPS, WI-FI HOTSPOTS MEETING ROOMS

Youth Art Month Exhibit Reception Thursday, March 5 at all library locations at 5 PM Celebrate our Anne Arundel County Public School (AACPS) art students and their creative accomplishments. Special guests at receptions include featured student artists, their friends and families. Hosted in partnership with AACPS and AACPL

Kindergarten Readiness Babies in Bloom Mondays at 10:30 AM Toddler Time Wednesdays at 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime Thursdays at 11 AM Family Storytime Saturday Storytime Surprise Saturdays, April 4 and May 2 at 10:30 AM

Busch Annapolis 1410 West Street Eastport-Annapolis Neck 269 Hillsmere Drive Discoveries: The Library at the Mall Near Crate and Barrel Three libraries to serve you! RESUME ASSISTANCE INTERVIEW & JOB COACHING TEST PREP MARKET RESEARCH BUSINESS PLANS SKILL-BUILDING COURSES LAPTOPS & WI-FI HOTSPOTS MEETING ROOMS

Kindergarten Readiness Babies in Bloom

www.aacpl.net/career

Mondays at 11:30 am Toddler Time Mondays at 10:30 am Preschool Storytime Thursdays at 10:30 am

16 R Registration is required and begins two weeks before the program at aacpl.net/events . ⚛ STEAM Program. See page 2 for details.

March, April and May 2026

Bilingual Program

ASL Interpreter Available

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