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ALL Jigsaw Puzzle Solve & Swap Party Saturday, March 28 at 2 PM
⚛ Diamonds in the Sand Wednesday, May 13 at 3 PM
Speed Friending Tuesday, May 12 at 6 PM
ALL O'Grady Quinlan Irish Dance Saturdays, March 7 and 14 at 11 AM Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day with the O'Grady Quinlan Irish Dance Academy. ADULTS Maryland Day: Living History of the Captain Avery Museum Saturday, March 21 at 11 AM Explore the interconnected stories of the Captain Avery Museum, the Chesapeake Bay region and the legendary waterman Captain Salem Avery. Early Schools in Southern Anne Arundel and the Evolution to the Modern System Saturday, April 25 at 11 AM Trace the evolution of education in our region, from its humble beginnings to modern community institutions with the Deale Area Historical Society. Native Plants & Puzzles Swap Saturday, May 9 at 10:30 AM Bring healthy pesticide-free native plants to share and trade gently-used jigsaw puzzles. Quarterly Page Turners Club Monday, May 11 at 5:30 PM Explore a new genre each season with lively discussion and fresh perspectives.
TEENS Craft Your Own Tarot Friday, March 27 at 2 PM
THE COMMUNITY PANTRY FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH FROM 10 AM - NOON FIRST TUESDAYS FROM 6 PM - 7 PM
Learn about terrapin research and the study of these iconic turtles. Presenter: Port of Baltimore Education & Maryland Environmental Service PRESCHOOL Water Safety Storytime
Enjoy a social event like speed dating but for making platonic friends. Questions and conversation starters provided so there’s no pressure to think of what to talk about! TEENS Teen Service Project: Audiobooks for the Library for the Blind and Print Disabled Saturday, April 18 at 1 PM This service project teaches teens about the Library for the Blind and Print Disabled and lets them practice recording an audition to earn service hours. Any volunteers who are selected to record a full book will be able to come back to the library to record and earn more hours. DIY: Coasters Thursday, May 21 at 6 PM Join us and make your own DIY coasters to brighten and decorate your space this spring! KIDS Homeschool Art Club Tuesdays, March 10, April 14 and May 5 at 2 PM Homeschool students are invited to engage in fun and creative art projects to master their artistic skills and try something new! ⚛ Pi Day Celebration Saturday, March 14 at 2 PM Discover and celebrate a special number called pi with some fun activities!
Join us for a family-friendly jigsaw puzzle swap party. Bring old puzzles to trade for new ones and take some home even if you have none to swap. Mother-Daughter Scrapbooking Saturday, May 2 at 2 PM Mothers and daughters of all ages are invited for crafting and quality time. Bring in your photos and paper mementos to put together a scrapbook collage using library-provided materials. ADULTS Books & Brews at Blues Join us at Seoul Blue’s Cafe for coffee, dessert and a discussion around a modern retelling of a classic. Marmee: A Novel by Sarah Miller Thursday, March 5 at 6 PM
Discuss the basics of tarot, its history and symbolism. Learn how to create your own tarot cards and more! DIY Stress Relief Crafternoon Monday, April 13 at 5:30 PM Come join us in crafting, listening to music and taking it easy! KIDS Homeschool Hangouts Tuesdays, March 24, April 14 and May 7 at 4 PM Homeschool families are invited to connect, play and create with games, friends and hands-on crafts!
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Monday, April 20 at 10:30 AM Learn about the importance of water safety, how
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to avoid dangers in the water and safety techniques. Presenter: Goldfish Swim School
⚛ Nature Explorers Club Wednesday, April 1 at 4 PM
Get an up-close look at a piece of our planet by joining the club. We'll investigate an aspect of the ecosystem through presentations, conversations
Kindergarten Readiness Babies in Bloom
and hands-on activities . ⚛ Outstanding Oysters Saturday, April 4 at 11 AM
Thursdays at 10:30 AM Toddler Time Wednesdays at 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime Tuesdays at 10:30 AM
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Fair Rosaline by Natasha Solomons Thursday, April 2 at 6 PM
Learn about the Chesapeake Bay and an iconic animal who lives there, the oyster. We'll discuss simple ways to protect the Chesapeake Bay. Presenter: CoreShark H20
The Last White Man by Mohsin Hamid Thursday, May 7 at 6 PM
Kindergarten Readiness 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 ASL Interpretation Provided: March 14, April 11 and May 9 at 10:30 AM Holi Storytime and Color Walk
Jewish American Heritage Month
Odenton DIY Paper Flowers for Shavuot Saturday, May 9 at 2 PM For all Make paper flower decorations while learning about Shavuot traditions and the custom of decorating with greenery to honor the giving of the Torah. Severna Park Jewish American Comic Book Creators Saturday, May 23 at 2 PM For all Come learn a brief history of popular Jewish American comic book creators and then create your own comic strip. All skill levels are welcome! Supplies will be provided.
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All Abilities Activities Wednesdays, March 11, April 8 and May 13 at 11 AM Enjoy games, crafts, storytime and other activities during this monthly social event for adults. Everyone is welcome, so come join us to socialize and meet some new friends. Soul Line Dancing Wednesdays, March 18, April 15 and May 20 at 6 PM Learn some other beginner soul line dances and discover a fun, low impact physical activity! Presenter: Jessie's Soul Line Dancers
Deale Flower Crowns for Shavuot: Celebrate Spring, Nature and
R Edgewater Co-Conspirators Book Club
Movie Night: An American Tail (G, 1986) Monday, May 18
Mother Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon Tuesday, May 12 at 6:30 PM For adults
Community Together Friday, May 22 at 11 AM For preschoolers
at 5 PM For all
Learn about Shavuot, create flower crowns and explore traditions of nature, harvest and giving. Discoveries: the Library at the Mall A Capella Performance by Makela Saturday, May 30 at 2 PM For all Enjoy an a cappella group performing songs in Hebrew and English.
Brooklyn Park Jewish Family Storytime Saturday, May 9 at 11 AM For kids
South County Senior Center Book Club
Friday, March 13 at 10:30 AM Spring Is Alive! Storytime Friday, April 10 at 10:30 AM ⚛ Robot Storytime Friday, May 1 at 10:30 AM Bug Ball Friday, May 29 at 10:30 AM
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak Monday, May 18 at 1 PM For adults
Plant Pageant & Swap Saturday, April 25 at 2 PM
⚛ Build a Gnome or Fairy Home Saturday, May 9 at 2 PM
Listen to stories that celebrate Jewish-American families and their heritage and enjoy a relaxing coloring activity.
Meet other house plant enthusiasts to discuss favorite plants. Bring house plants or cuttings to share or swap. Check plants for pests and wrap cuttings in a damp towel or place in soil.
Put your architecture skills to work constructing a gnome or fairy home to invite the fae friends to your yard this spring. Materials will be provided or bring nature treasures to incorporate.
6 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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