Anne Arundel County Public Library Newsletter Fall 2024

LINTHICUM LIBRARY

MOUNTAIN ROAD LIBRARY

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Family Movie Night

BYOD Family Movie Night Grab dinner from a local restaurant or from home and come enjoy a family-friendly movie at the library. Paw Patrol Mighty Movie (PG, 2023)

R Miniature Magical Bookshelf Wednesday, October 23 at 6 pm

Wish (PG, 2023) Thursday, September 5 at 6 pm Luca (PG, 2021) Thursday, October 3 at 6 pm Night at the Museum (PG, 2006) Thursday, November 7 at 6 pm

Kindergarten Readiness (Not held November 25-30) Babies in Bloom Fridays at 11 am Toddler Time Tuesdays at 11 am Preschool Storytime Wednesdays at 11 am Family Storytime Monday, October 28 at 11 am : Spooky Stories at Himmel’s Garden Center Help us settle the cats vs. dogs debate! Vote, read and check out books, then get your own “I Voted” sticker. Create a miniature bookshelf that can stand alone or be used in a larger project like a book nook. Supplies are limited. Talking in Code Tuesday, November 12 at 6:30 pm The National Cryptologic Museum presents the fascinating history of the Native American Code Talkers from both world wars. KIDS 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Dance Party Saturday, September 7 at 11 am Enjoy music, dancing and bubble wrap fun. Sign up your child for 1000 Books Before Kindergarten and take home a free book and bag. Kids Vote! Thursday, November 7 all day

Thursday, September 5 at 6 pm The Garfield Movie (PG, 2024) Thursday, October 3 at 6 pm IF (PG, 2024) Thursday, November 7 at 6 pm

ALL Haunted Escape Room! Thursday, October 10 from 4 to 7:45 pm and Friday, October 11 from 10 am to 5 pm Get in the spirit for Halloween early with a haunted escape room! Starting on September 26, call the library to book your 45-minute timeslot. ADULTS Genealogy Basics with the Anne Arundel Genealogical Society Saturday, September 14 at 10:30 am Learn about researching your family history and the resources available. Whether you’re a novice or an expert, there’s more to learn about researching family records. Adult Book Club Woodworm by Layla Martinez Saturday, September 21 at 11 am

Kindergarten Readiness (Not held November 25-30) Babies in Bloom DiNovember Music & Movement Monday, November 4 at 6:30 pm Wear your favorite dinosaur shirt, costume or pajamas. KIDS R Paws to Read Saturdays, September 7, October 5 and November 9 at 10 am Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors. Call the branch to register. ⚛ The Chemistry of Photography and Imaging Saturday, October 12 at 11 am Join our favorite scientist, Dr. Rose Pesce-Rodriguez and learn about photography through hands-on experiments. PRESCHOOL Baby Explores and Learns through Play Friday as listed below at 10:30 am Please wear clothing that is mess friendly. September 6: Art October 4: Science November 1: Nature Family Storytime: Bluey Monday, September 9 at 6:30 pm Join Ms. Caroline for a family storytime with stories, songs, dancing and games all about your favorite Australian Blue Heeler and her family.

Movie Mondays for Adults Join us for coffee and snacks as we watch movie selections from across the world.

ADULTS R What’s Cooking? Thursdays as listed below at 6:30 pm Join us monthly to share dishes on a theme. Bring enough for five and a recipe copy. September 12: Maryland Foods, Crabsalom! Crabsalom! October 10: Spooky Foods, Something Wicked This Way Cooks November 14: The Fault in Our Soups Learn Canva Tuesday, September 17 at 6:30 pm Learn Canva basics from library staff and start creating. Bring your own laptop to follow along, as the library has limited laptops available. Yuli: The Carlos Acosta Story (NR, 2018) Monday, September 9 at 10:30 am A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (NR, 2014) Monday, October 7 at 10:30 am Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World (NR, 2017) Monday, November 4 at 10:30 am

ALL Family Bingo Wednesdays, October 9 and November 6 at 6:30 pm Bailes de Mi Tierra Dance Performance Espectáculo de Danza Bailes de Mi Tierra Saturday, October 26 at 2 pm Sábado 26 de octubre a las 2 pm Celebrate the end of Hispanic Heritage Month and Día de los Muertos by watching a traditional Mexican folk dance performance by Bailes de Mi Tierra dance group! ¡Celebra el final del Mes de la Herencia Hispana y Día de los Muertos viendo un espectáculo de danza tradicional folkórico por el grupo Bailes de Mi Tierra!

The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo Saturday, November 2 at 11 am

R Make a Book Planter Tuesday, October 1 at 6:30 pm Upcycle an old book into a home for a small plant! Plants and all materials will be provided, but participants may bring a book of their choosing. Witchy “Watch” Party Saturday, November 23 at 2 pm Whether you’re team pink or green, defying gravity or just popular, bring your witchy selves for this swankified event! Come in costume and be ready to sing as we look forward to the highly anticipated release of the Wicked Part 1 movie.

Wednesdays at 10:30 am Toddler Time Thursdays at 10:30 am Preschool Storytime Tuesdays at 10:30 am

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

September, October and November 2024



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