Anne Arundel County Public Library Newsletter Spring 2026

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PRESCHOOL Grand Ball: A Royal Read & Rhythm Rendezvous! Saturday, March 7 at 10:30 AM You are invited to the castle for a grand ball! Listen to stories and do crafts as we dance to the music! Mini Librarian Monday, April 20 at 10:30 AM Attend a mini master's program! Children and their caregivers will learn all the different parts of being a librarian. At the end of the program, they will receive their "degree."

ALL Star Wars Party Saturday, March 14 at 2 PM Celebrate all things Star Wars with games, activities and a special appearance by the 501st Legion! ADULTS We the People - A Thought-Provoking Book Club We the People is a book club for new books and classic texts that keep readers informed and engaged. An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States

Hands of Harmony Sign Language Choir Concert

ALL Bluegrass Music History and Concert Thursday, March 12 at 6 PM

ADULTS Beginner Line Dancing Fun

TEENS Teen Art Blast Thursday, May 7 at 3 PM Come by the library for an afternoon of various artistic activities!

Saturday, May 2 at 10:30 AM Join us for an inspiring performance that brings classic tunes to life through the beauty of sign.

Thursdays, March 5, April 2 and May 7 at 6 PM Learn some other beginner soul line dances and discover a fun, low impact physical activity! Presenter: Jessie's Soul Line Dancers How to Create a Homegrown National Park Thursday, March 19 at 6 PM Alison Milligan shares steps to create a Homegrown National Park and solve landscaping problems while protecting the watershed, restoring biodiversity and adding value to your home. Yoga Nidra Tuesdays, March 24, April 28 and May 26 at 6 PM Guided sleep-based meditation to ease stress and support rest. Bring a mat, blanket or pillow. Presenter Joan Livingston ⚛ Megalodons, Mermaids and Climate Change Monday, April 20 at 6:30 PM Marine scientist Ellen Prager and meteorologist Dave Jones will discuss frequently asked questions about the ocean and atmosphere to make science engaging. For adults and teens

Learn the history behind bluegrass music through a lively and educational concert for all ages. Kindness Rocks! Saturday, April 11 at 2 PM Gather with friends and family to paint your very own kindness rock, decorated however you like! Materials are provided. Historical Swordcraft Demonstration Saturday, April 25 at 2 PM Learn about medieval and Renaissance martial arts at this historical swordcraft demonstration presented by instructors from Maryland Kunst des Fechtens.

Zap Your Energy Vampires Saturday, May 9 at 11:30 AM

Do you feel worn down around some people? This workshop, presented by Carol Yarrow, helps you identify who drains your energy and learn strategies to manage your time and protect your energy. Bay Winds Band Concert Saturday, May 9 at 2 PM Enjoy a performance by the Annapolis community concert band, Bay Winds. TEENS Fidget Making! Friday, April 3 at 3 PM Come learn to make some easy fidget toys, listen to Join us for a teens-only mindful movement and a short meditation. We have yoga mats and refreshing drinks, just bring yourself and an open mind. KIDS Reading Rangers Book Club Join a special book club for young chapter readers with discussions, crafts, games and a snack. The Dragon in the Library by Louie Stowell Tuesday, March 3 at 4 PM music and grab some snacks! Mindful Movement for Teens Friday, May 15 at 4 PM

by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz Tuesday, March 10 at 6 PM

Kindergarten Readiness Babies in Bloom

Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler Tuesday, April 14 at 6 PM

Thursdays at 10:15 AM Toddler Time Tuesdays at 10:15 AM Preschool Storytime Wednesdays at 10:15 AM Family Storytime

KIDS ⚛ Learn to Fish: Family Fly-Fishing Day! Saturday, March 7 at 11 AM Cast, explore and discover the magic of fly fishing at this hands-on, family-friendly adventure! Presenter: Maryland Department of Natural Resources ⚛ Walloping Weather with the Science Guys of Baltimore Friday, March 20 at 11 AM Learn about lightning, create extreme weather with heat and pressure, make a tiny blizzard,

On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder Tuesday, May 12 at 6 PM

Fridays at 10:15 AM Sakura Storytime Friday, April 3 at 10:15 AM ⚛ STEAM Storytime Thursday, April 30 at 6 PM

Trans Visibility Day Celebration Saturday, March 28 at 1 PM Celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility with a free

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name-change clinic, a gender affirming clothing swap, crafts,

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discover rainbows and more. PRESCHOOL St. Patrick's Day Storytime Saturday, March 14 at 10:30 AM

queer joy and more! All are welcome. New and like new clothing donations can be brought to the event or dropped off in advance starting March 1. Intercambio de Idiomas/Language Exchange Saturdays, March 28, April 25 and May 23 at 3 PM Sábados 28 de marzo, 25 de abril y 23 de mayo a las 3 PM Do you want to practice your Spanish or English? Come to the Language Exchange Group! This informal group allows English-language speakers and Spanish-language speakers to come together and help each other through conversation practice. ¿Quiere practicar su español o inglés? ¡Venga al Grupo de Intercambio de Idiomas! Es un grupo informal donde hispanohablantes y anglohablantes se ayudan mutuamente a través de la conversación.

Get connected to county and state resources for financial assistance, housing, immigration help, substance use support with help from a licensed social worker. By appointment only. Busch Annapolis Wednesdays from 10 am to 4 pm Brooklyn Park Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 am to 5 pm Deale Thursdays from 10 am to 4 pm

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day early this year with the library! We'll have songs, stories and games to celebrate the greenest of holidays!

The Fourteenth Goldfish by Jennifer Holm Tuesday, April 7 at 4 PM

MUSEUM PASSES | CHROMEBOOKS | FISHING POLES BIRDING KITS | UKULELES | AND MORE... www.aacpl.net/things Passes Available: Historic London Town and Gardens, William Paca House and Garden, Museum of Historic Annapolis, Hammond-Harwood House Museum (starting in April) and Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park *museum schedules may vary seasonally CHECK OUT MORE THAN JUST BOOKS AT THE LIBRARY!

Kindergarten Readiness Babies in Bloom

Juana & Lucas by Juana Medina Tuesday, May 5 at 4 PM

Eastport-Annapolis Neck Mondays from 10 am to 4 pm Edgewater Tuesdays from 10 am to 4 pm Riviera Beach Thursdays from 10 am to 5 pm

Mondays at 10:30 AM Toddler Time Mondays at 11:30 AM Preschool Storytime Tuesdays at 10:30 and 11:30 AM Wednesdays at 5:30 PM

Earth Day - Paint A Pot Wednesday, April 1 at 3 PM Celebrate Earth Day early and decorate your own plant pot that you get to take home!

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Bilingual Program

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