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The online library support suites highlight some of our best and most useful resources. Check out our full collection of Online Resources for more information.
Upcoming Events
Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hyattsville
¿Quieres aprender a usar la computadora y navegar por Internet a través de la Universidad de Maryland? Únete a nosotros para recibir asistencia personalizada y mejorar tus habilidades tecnológicas en un ambiente amigable y acogedor. Curso de introducción a la Inteligencia Artificial. Se ofrecerá en español.
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Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Do you love to crochet? Would you like to learn? Join us to crochet and make new friends. Beginners welcome and materials for crochet will be provided for first-time participants.
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Spauldings
A caseworker from the Maryland Department of Human Services will be on-site to answer social service questions and assist with various tasks such as applying for the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP), the Maryland energy assistance program, temporary cash assistance, temporary disability assistance, medical assistance, emergency assistance to families with children, and more.
Thu, Aug 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Thu, Aug 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
The PGCPS Judy Center Early Learning Hubs provide early learning experiences for parents and their young children, birth to age four. This summer, the Hillcrest Heights Elementary Judy Center will host playgroups at our branch! Each session is facilitated by an early childhood educator to help families prepare their children for school success. Space is available for 5 community families.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Play and socialize. Rain or shine, it will be a good time!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Learn to appreciate art by listening to an interactive story and then enjoying a "take and make" related to the theme. This program will be held in the Large Meeting Room.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbelt
Get some physical activity in while you're at the library! Sign up for an hour ride on one of our stationary bikes with great free apps from PGCMLS like Libby or Kanopy to enjoy while you work out.
Participants must be 16 or older, sign a waiver before beginning to ride, and be wearing loose-fitting clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Glenarden
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Spauldings
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillcrest Heights
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bowie
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Many animals are experts at hiding in plain sight! In fact, people have learned some of their best disguise tricks from animals. Join us as we explore the world of camouflage, color warning, and chemical defenses. We’ll meet some amazing creatures who use these skills to stay safe, find food, and protect themselves. Get ready to discover how animals go undercover in the wild!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Glenarden
Play and socialize. Rain or shine, it will be a good time!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Kids and teens ages 2 to 18 can grab a free lunch at these library branches while supplies last: Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Beltsville, Spauldings, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, and Hyattsville. Stop by and enjoy a quick bite!
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Kids and teens ages 2 to 18 can grab a free lunch at these library branches while supplies last: Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Beltsville, Spauldings, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, and Hyattsville. Stop by and enjoy a quick bite!
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Kids and teens ages 2 to 18 can grab a free lunch at these library branches while supplies last: Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Beltsville, Spauldings, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, and Hyattsville. Stop by and enjoy a quick bite!
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Kids and teens ages 2 to 18 can grab a free lunch at these library branches while supplies last: Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Beltsville, Spauldings, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, and Hyattsville. Stop by and enjoy a quick bite!
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Large Meeting Room
Kids and teens ages 2 to 18 can grab a free lunch at these library branches while supplies last: Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Beltsville, Spauldings, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, and Hyattsville. Stop by and enjoy a quick bite!
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Kids and teens ages 2 to 18 can grab a free lunch at these library branches while supplies last: Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Beltsville, Spauldings, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, and Hyattsville. Stop by and enjoy a quick bite!
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Kids and teens ages 2 to 18 can grab a free lunch at these library branches while supplies last: Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Beltsville, Spauldings, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, and Hyattsville. Stop by and enjoy a quick bite!
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning English and would like to practice the language? This club is for beginner level English language learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Explore the world of color in plants and animals, with stories, origami and other fun activities.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Enjoy a family friendly movie.
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Oxon Hill
Let your creativity flow as you paint your own masterpiece! Enjoy a fun, relaxed atmosphere with all the painting supplies you need and sip on delicious non-alcoholic beverages.
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Many animals are experts at hiding in plain sight! In fact, people have learned some of their best disguise tricks from animals. Join us as we explore the world of camouflage, color warning, and chemical defenses. We’ll meet some amazing creatures who use these skills to stay safe, find food, and protect themselves. Get ready to discover how animals go undercover in the wild!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Get some physical activity in while you're at the library! Sign up for an hour ride on one of our stationary bikes with great free apps from PGCMLS like Libby and Kanopy to enjoy while you work out.
Participants must be 16 or older, sign a waiver before beginning to ride, and be wearing loose-fitting clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New Carrollton
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is for interest only and not a guarantee of space.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Have fun crafting and creating! Learn about some of the world's coolest snakes while making some of your own to take home! Supplies are provided.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Bowie - Small Meeting Room (209)
Gear up for an exciting time filled with friendly competition! Bring your favorite game or enjoy one from our collection—there’s something for everyone!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Dive into the exciting world of chess in a fun and supportive environment! Master the basics, sharpen your strategic skills, and enjoy friendly matches with fellow players.
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Thu, Aug 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Laurel
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for 10–15 minutes.
Cancelled
Thu, Aug 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill
Dive into the exciting world of chess in a fun and supportive environment! Master the basics, sharpen your strategic skills, and enjoy friendly matches with fellow players.
Thu, Aug 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Do you nerd out about "My Hero Academia," "Attack on Titan," "Demon Slayer," or "Sailor Moon"? Join the Manga and Anime Club! Come for discussions, activities, trailer screenings, and Japanese culture. All levels of fandom welcome.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Aug 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Do you need to earn community service hours? Come make a difference in your community, gain friends from around the area, and make your voice heard in your public library! Ages 13 and up. Limited to the first 35 teens to arrive.
Registration is now closed