Anne Arundel County Public Library Newsletter Spring 2026

LINTHICUM LIBRARY

MOUNTAIN ROAD LIBRARY

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ALL Screen-Free Week Celebration Saturday, May 9 at 2:30 PM

ALL Mahjong Thursdays at 2 PM

TEENS Mending Clinic Saturday, March 7 at 2 PM

Trivia Time Join our monthly themed trivia nights covering superstitions and luck, movies and cinematic history and sports and games. Join or form teams of two to four people. Lucky Breaks & Superstitions: Tuesday, March 10 at 6:30 PM Lights! Camera! Action! Tuesday, April 14 at 6:30 PM Game On! Tuesday, May 12 at 6:30 PM Cook the Book Choose a recipe, prepare the dish, then bring the recipe and the dish to share at a lively potluck! Celebrity Chefs: Tuesday, March 17 at 6:30 PM Fire Up the Grill : Tuesday, April 21 at 6:30 PM Fresh Herbs: Tuesday, May 19 at 6:30 PM All Abilities Activities Fridays, March 20, April 24 and May 22 at 11 AM Enjoy games, crafts and other activities during this monthly social event for adults. Donuts & Discussions Join us for a morning of learning and socializing. Chair Yoga Friday, March 27 at 10:30 AM Arts & Crafts Friday, April 17 at 10:30 AM Cardio Drumming for Fun and Fitness Friday, May 15 at 10:30 AM

Discover museums, birds, ukes and more to borrow beyond books during screen-free week with creative activities and ideas to turn off screens and turn on life.

Join us for a game of American-style mahjong with other players from new to experienced. We provide the games!

Need to mend clothes but not sure where to start? Bring them to the library for supplies, inspiration and basic stitching guidance for all skill levels. Supplies provided. For adults and teens KIDS R Paws to Read Mondays, March 30 and April 27 at 6 PM Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors. Fifteen-minute appointments must be made by calling the Mountain Road branch at 410-222-6699 or by talking with a staff member to sign up (limited availability). Presenter: Pets on Wheels

KIDS ⚛ Into the Woods with Chemistry Saturday, April 25 at 11 AM

R Felt Book Ornament or Needlebook Wednesday, March 18 at 6 PM

Celebrate Earth Day and join Dr. Rose Pesce- Rodriguez as she guides us through hands-on experiments dealing with trees and other chemistry components. PRESCHOOL Little Explorers Explore different art mediums and learn through play. Please wear clothing that is mess friendly. Art : Friday, March 6 at 10:30 AM Nature: Friday, May 1 at 10:30 AM Ballet Storytime with The Ballet Theater of Maryland Saturday, March 7 at 12 PM A ballet-themed story will be read followed by a demonstration by the dancers. Future Librarians Academy: Library Tour & Mini MLS Monday, April 20 at 10:30 AM Earn your Mini Masters of Library Science certificate by touring the library and participating in the hands-on duties of your favorite librarians. Kindergarten Readiness Babies in Bloom

Create a fun felt book using felt and embroidery techniques. No experience necessary. Supplies are limited. Registration required. For teens and adults What Caregivers Want (and Need) to Know Monday, March 23 at 6 PM Caregivers learn about medical conditions, future planning, support resources and prioritizing their own well-being during this session with Department of Aging and Disabilities staff. Queer Trivia Night Tuesday, March 24 at 6 PM We will provide pizza and drinks and test our knowledge on queer media, history and more. R Mountain Road's Adult Book Club (hybrid program) The Lamb by Lucy Rose Tuesday, March 31 at 6:45 PM

ADULTS Virtual Visits: Explore Japan Tuesday, March 3 at 6 PM

Explore Japan during cherry blossom season with temple-lined streets, rich history and culture, Japanese treats and a sakura-themed craft.

BYOD Family Movie Night Grab dinner from a local restaurant or from home and enjoy a family-friendly movie at the library. Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie ( PG, 2017)

Language Exchange/Intercambio de Idiomas Mondays, March 9, April 13 and May 11 at 6 PM Lunes 9 de marzo, 13 de abril y 11 de mayo a las 6 PM Join a group of English and Spanish speakers to practice speaking either language in a fun and informal setting. Únase a un grupo de hablantes de inglés y español para practicar hablar cualquiera de los dos idiomas en un ambiente divertido e informal.

Thursday, March 5 at 6 PM Charlotte's Web (G, 1973) Thursday, April 2 at 6 PM The Bad Guys ( PG, 2022) Thursday, May 7 at 6 PM

Name that Pokémon! Monday, April 6 at 3 PM

Test your Pokémon identification skills during this afternoon of fun! We will also have crafts, a card- sharing table and a scavenger hunt.

GAYme Time Saturday, May 23 at 1 PM

Kindergarten Readiness Babies in Bloom Fridays at 11 AM Toddler Time Tuesdays at 11 AM Preschool Storytime Wednesdays at 11 AM Register your child for the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program, log their reading, grow a reader and build your home library. Scan the code or visit www. aacpl.net/ kindergarten.

Join us for an afternoon of card games, board games or bring your portable system for some parallel play with your friends and fellow queers! ADULTS Queer Media Club Find something new to read, binge, listen to or play! For adults and teens Sympathy For Wild Girls by Demree McGhee Tuesday, March 10 at 6:30 PM

TIRED OF PAYING FOR AUDIBLE?

Other Words for Home by Jasmine Warga Tuesday, April 28 at 6:45 PM

eBOOKS, eAUDIOBOOKS AND eMAGAZINES

Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt Tuesday, May 26 at 6:45 PM

Wednesdays at 10:30 AM Toddler Time Thursdays at 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime Tuesdays at 10:30 AM Family Storytime The Bear Books Family Storytime Monday, March 2 at 6:30 PM Peppa Pig Storytime Monday, May 4 at 6:30 PM Family Paws to Read Monday, May 18 at 6:30 PM

Listen and read for free with your library card on Libby.

The Devil Wears Prada 2 Movie Celebration Tuesday, April 28 at 5 PM Step into the glamorous world of runway for a night of style and fun with photo booth moments, trivia and editor-in-chief challenges as we celebrate The Devil Wears Prada 2 . Costumes encouraged. Virtual Visits: Explore Austria Tuesday, May 5 at 6 PM Enjoy a spring escape to Austria, no passport required, with Alpine scenery, famous landmarks, classical music heritage, Austrian treats and fun activities.

Sip n' Craft Wednesday, April 22 at 4 PM

The Skin and Its Girl by Sarah Cypher Tuesday, April 14 at 6:30 PM

Join us for some social crafting and enjoy some tasty sips! Bring your own projects or use the library's supplies. Queer Spring Festival Saturday, April 25 at 2 PM Cheer in and queer up spring through games, snacks, a craft swap and more. Craft items must be clean, complete and lightly used.

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Hot Girls With Balls by Benedict Nguyễn Tuesday, May 12 at 6:30 PM

18 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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