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Holiday Cookie Swap Saturday, November 14 at 2 PM Bring a fresh batch of your favorite cookies to share, a copy of the recipe and a container to take home a variety of cookies from other participants.
ALL Open Mic Night: Coffee House Style Monday, November 30 at 6:30 PM
ADULTS
ADULTS Junk Journaling Saturday, September 12 at 3 PM Make a junk journal using found and recycled materials to record memories, ideas and inspiration. Supplies provided. Bring your own journal, limited number provided. All Abilities Activities Mondays, September 14, October 12 and November 9 at Noon Enjoy games, crafts and other activities during this monthly social event for adults. Coworking Space Monday, September 28, Saturday, October 17 and Monday, November 16 at 2 PM Enjoy snacks, social support and dedicated time to work on coursework, job applications, budgeting, hobbies and other adulting tasks in a welcoming space for emerging adults.
KIDS ⚛ Kids Drawing Club Wednesdays, September 2, October 7 and November 4 at 6 PM
Perform or enjoy music, poetry and other talents at this family friendly open mic night. Refreshments provided. Pumpkin Painting Contest and Voting Saturday, October 10-Monday, October 19 (submissions accepted) Thursday, October 22-Saturday, October 31 (voting) Paint a craft pumpkin to enter our contest. Family- friendly, fake pumpkins only. Real pumpkins by photo submission only. The winner will receive a special prize and all submissions will be displayed.
Practice instructional drawing, enjoy drawing time with friends and get creative. No experience necessary. ⚛ Kitchen Table Chemistry Thursday, September 24 at 1 PM Enjoy chemistry experiments using ordinary ingredients from our kitchen.
TEENS Teen Hangout Wednesday, September 9 at 5:30 PM Drop in for video games, crafts, snacks and more! Ready to Vote: Teen Volunteer Edition Tuesday, September 22 at 6 PM Learn about voter registration, election volunteer opportunities and other resources for new and future voters. Service hours will be discussed for ages 14 and older. Presenter: League of Women Voters R ⚛ Hackathon VI Tuesday, September 29 at 1 PM, Thursday, October 29 and Monday, November 16 at 4 PM Advance through computer game levels to hone your hacking skills! Presenter: 780th Military Intelligence Brigade Cyber R Halloween After- Hours Teen Lock-In
Flix and Snips Bring your favorite crafty project and enjoy a
Happy Birthday, Severn Library! Tuesday, October 13 at 1 PM
relaxing evening watching a movie. Craft supplies will also be available. Practical Magic (PG-13,1998)
ALL Brown Bear Round the World Saturday, September 26 from 10 AM – noon
The Severn Library is turning 40! Celebrate with us with stories, games, music and a craft.
Monday, September 14 at 5 PM Little Women (PG-13, 2020) Monday, November 9 at 5 PM
Celebrate languages from around the world during this special multilingual read-aloud of a beloved children's classic. Listen as the story is shared in a variety of languages or volunteer to read. Hocus Pocus (PG, 1993)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SEVERN LIBRARY! Originally named the Provinces Community Library for the nearby neighborhood it served, the Severn Library has been a community cornerstone since opening in October 1986. The only branch within the jurisdiction of the Local Development Council (LDC), which allocates grant funding from Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland, Severn underwent a major renovation in 2020. LDC funding also supported the addition of Twig , AACPL's mobile library, which brings books and resources directly to neighborhoods, as well as exterior, bathroom and staff area improvements. An outdoor mural is coming soon. “We are so many things to so many people,” says Branch Manager Ellie Mullen, reflecting on the branch that welcomes approximately 2,500 visitors each week. As the surrounding community has grown by nearly 300 percent, so have the library's services—from early literacy programs to an onsite social worker every Tuesday. Serving nearby military families has also shaped the branch's approach.“Serving a military base often means parents looking for connection with other adults while their spouses are deployed,”Mullen says. “Libraries back in the '80s didn't know they could be what they are today,”she adds.“We see the need and keep on evolving.”
R Ready to Vote! Tuesday, October 13 at 6:30 PM
Monday, October 26 at 5:30 PM Come root for the Sanderson sisters as they run amok amok amok in Salem! Costumes encouraged but not required. Popcorn and candy while supplies last!
Learn about election timelines, ballot security, voter registration, becoming an election judge and other voting resources. Attend in person or register to join online. Presenter: Anne Arundel County Board of Elections, League of Women Voters History Of Odenton: The Town the Railroads Built Wednesday, October 14 at 6 PM Discover Odenton's railroad roots through a historical exhibit and special presentation exploring the community's unique railway history. Doors open at 6 PM and the presentation begins at 6:30 PM .
How to Find A Ghost Thursday, October 15 at 6 PM
Learn to use the library’s history research resources and ghost-hunting technology to find the truth behind real stories of ghosts, monsters and murder.
Friday, October 30 from 6 – 8 PM Teens take over the library after hours for Halloween themed crafts, games, a costume contest, pizza and snacks.
Kindergarten Readiness Babies in Bloom Tuesdays at 10:30 AM Toddler Time Thursdays at 10:30 AM Preschool Storytime Wednesdays at 10:30 AM Family Storytime PJ Storytime/Stuffed Animal Sleepover Monday, September 14 at 5:30 PM Art Afternoon! Saturday, November 21 at 2 PM Young Child at Play Fridays at 10:30 AM Please note: No programs November 23 – 28
Cheers to 40 Years! Friday, October 16 from 6 – 8 PM
You're invited to an afterhours reception to take a stroll down memory lane and see how our branch has changed over the years. Light refreshments provided. Scary Story Spook-A-Thon Saturday, October 31 at 2 PM Share and enjoy scary stories filled with twists, thrills and chills. Bring a favorite story to read, time permitting. Open Tech Help Wednesday, November 11 at 11:30 AM Stop in during our open tech help hour to get your questions answered and learn about the free resources available at the library!
Kindergarten Readiness Babies in Bloom
Presenter: Odenton Heritage Society, Inc. Paying for College and Trade School Thursday, October 22 at 6 PM
Wednesdays at 10:15 AM Toddler Time Tuesdays at 10:15 and 11:15 AM
Learn about FAFSA, scholarship search strategies, student loans and other ways to pay for college or trade school. Presenter: University of Maryland Extension
Preschool Storytime Thursdays at 10:15 and 11:15 AM Family Storytime Saturday, September 12 at 10:15 AM Please note: No programs November 23 – 28
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Comics and Graphic Novels Club Saturday, October 31 at 2:30 PM
#ReadAllTheComics
Join fellow fans to discuss comics and graphic novels, share recommendations and show off favorite covers, artists and writers.
www.aacpl.info/comics-plus-teen
14 R Registration is required and begins two weeks before the program at aacpl.net/events . ⚛ STEAM Program
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