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ADULTS Senior Social Hour Fridays, September 18, October 16 and November 20 at 2 PM Seniors can join us for a relaxing hour of conversation, games and crafts. Light refreshments provided. Protecting Your Digital Privacy Thursday, October 1 at 2 PM Learn about 21st century threats to your digital privacy and actionable steps you can take to protect yourself online. R ⚛ Learn Your Sewing Machine with ASG Crofton Saturday, October 3 at noon–4:30 PM Learn the basics of your sewing machine including winding a bobbin, threading and changing needles to build confidence for future projects. Presenter: American Sewing Guild of Crofton R Ready to Vote! Thursday, October 8 at 6:30 PM Learn about election timelines, ballot security, voter registration, becoming an election judge and other voting resources. Includes a Q&A session and on-site voter registration. Attend in person or register to join online. Presenter: Board of Elections, League of Women Voters Play It Again! Retro Gaming Rush Saturday, October 17 at 1 PM Press start on a fun afternoon of nostalgia. Enjoy retro console games and compete in a classic Tetris tournament for prizes. Space is limited, signups begin at 12:30 PM . A Court of Fandom and Fun: ACOTAR 6 Release Celebration Wednesday, November 4 at 6 PM Celebrate the fantastical world of Sarah J. Maas' ACOTAR series with crafts, games and friends! Analog Night: 90s Crafts Thursday, November 12 at 6 PM Enjoy a screen-free evening of throwback crafts, snacks and creativity. Bring your own project or try bracelet-making, bead animals, perler bead charms and more. Friend Speed Dating Wednesday, November 18 at 6 PM Making friends in your 20s and 30s is hard. If you're looking to meet some new potential friends, join us for a night of icebreakers, conversation and games!
KIDS The Amazing Race: Crofton Library Edition! Saturday, September 26 at 2 PM Compete in fun team challenges for an afternoon! Come prepared with a group of three to four people, or get paired up with some new friends.
ADULTS Plant Club Thursday, November 12 at 6 PM
KIDS ⚛ Science Saturdays
PRESCHOOLERS Magical, Musical, Math
When can I vote? Early Voting: October 22–29, from 7 AM to 8 PM . Vote at any early voting center in Maryland. Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, from 7 AM to 8 PM . Vote at your assigned polling place. Where can I vote? AACPL's Broadneck, Crofton, Deale and Riviera Beach libraries will serve as early voting centers. If you're voting by mail, ballot drop boxes are available at Broadneck, Busch Annapolis, Crofton, Deale, Glen Burnie, Linthicum, Maryland City at Russett, Odenton, Riviera Beach, Severn and Severna Park libraries. Kindergarten Readiness Babies in Bloom Tuesdays at 10 AM Toddler Time Wednesdays at 10 and 11 AM Preschool Storytime Thursdays at 10 and 11 AM Family Storytime Tuesdays, September 15, October 6, November 3 and 17 at 6 PM Fun in the Fall Saturday, September 19 at 10:30 AM Fall Frolic Saturday, October 10 at 10:30 AM Friendsgiving Saturday, November 21 at 2 PM Please note: No programs November 23 – 28
Explore a different science topic each month. Hurricanes: Saturday, September 12 at 10:30 AM Stomp Rockets: Saturday, October 10 at 10:30 AM
Saturday, November 7 at 10:30 AM Preschoolers and their caregivers will use stories, music and hands- on activities to explore early math skills.
Join us for a craft session to make paper flowers and create a fall wreath. Bring plants, cuttings or pots for the optional swap table.
Parachute Egg Drop Challenge: Saturday, November 14 at 10:30 AM
TEENS Teen Art Club
Tuesdays, Sept. 8, Oct. 13 and Nov. at 5 PM Hang out, have a snack and make some art! Teen Game Night Tuesdays, September 22 and November 24 at 5 PM Hang out, have a snack and play board games!
R The Great Movies Discussion: Fall Edition Fridays, September 11, October 2 and November 6 at 7 PM Watch a selected film on Kanopy, then join us on Zoom for a lively discussion. R English Conversation Club/Club de conversación en inglés Thursdays, September 24, October 22 and November 19 at 6:30 PM Jueves 24 de septiembre, 22 de octubre y 19 de noviembre a las 6:30 PM Get together to practice speaking English. All levels and native languages are welcome. Únase a nosotros para practicar inglés. Todos los niveles y hablantes de cualquier idioma son bienvenidos.
R ⚛ Robots in Space! Tuesday, October 27 at 6 PM
Nature Detectives Starry Skies: Monday, Sept. 14 at 5 PM
Explore the history of robots from early science fiction to the robotic explorers studying our solar system today. Presentation: Rich Isaacman R The Mindful Art of Zentangle Tuesday, November 17 at 6 PM Learn basic drawing strokes and patterns that inspire creativity and relaxation. No previous art experience necessary. Presenter: Dawn Schulman, Certified Zentangle Teacher
Mushrooms and Fungi: Wednesday, Oct. 7 at 5 PM Explore the wonders of the natural world through
Kindergarten Readiness Babies in Bloom
hands-on activities and expert guidance. Each session features a different nature-themed topic designed to spark curiosity and encourage discovery. Voting 101: Make Your Voice Heard
Mondays at 10:30 AM Toddler Time Tuesdays at 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime Tuesdays at 11:30 AM
Family Storytime Halloween Storytime & Parade Saturday, October 31 at 10:30 AM Please note: No programs November 23 – 28
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Broadneck ⚛ Ms. Gaby's Hispanic Heritage Month STEAM Storytime Hora de cuentos STEAM del Mes de la Herencia Hispana con la Sra. Gaby Have fun while learning at this special storytime filled with stories, songs and a STEAM craft in Spanish! No prior Spanish language experience is required. ¡Diviértase mientras aprende en esta hora de cuentos especial llena de historias, canciones y una manualidad STEAM en español! No se requiere experiencia previa en el idioma español. Presenter: Enrichment Collective For preschoolers / Para niños en edad preescolar (Continued on pages 12 and 13) Wednesday, September 30 at 10:30 AM Miércoles, 30 de septiembre a las 10:30 AM
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
Whether you're a first-time voter or a longtime participant, AACPL is here to help you prepare for election season. Who can vote? Maryland residents who are U.S. citizens and 18 years or older are eligible to vote. Key deadlines: Update your registration: Tuesday, October 13 Request a mail-in ballot: By mail or fax: Tuesday, October 27 By email: Friday, October 30
Need more information? Visit AACPL's 2026 Anne Arundel County Voter Essentials at www.aacpl.net/ voter-information for voter
registration information, election deadlines, polling locations, sample ballots, candidate resources, Ready to Vote programs and more.
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