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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
Tue, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Pop-Up Locations
Bring your preschooler to the National Harbor and join us for stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Tue, Aug 27, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Conference Room
An afternoon of knitting.
Tue, Aug 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Sharpen your skills for work or play on the computer, for whatever skills you need most!
Tue, Aug 27, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Tue, Aug 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Aug 27, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
New Carrollton
Prerequisites: Completion of 1-hr Sewing Certification and can sew independently. Click on the title of the program to view and complete the interest form.
Tue, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Watch your favorite anime, talk about and preview new manga. Create art, comics, and costumes. Join fellow anime and manga fans.
Tue, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Listen to favorite stories read aloud and draw your favorite characters.
Tue, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Disfruten creando construcciones maravillosas con nuestros Legos y dejen volar su imaginación.
Tue, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Join us for Needlework Social where you can bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Tue, Aug 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg
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.
Tue, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Conference Room
Are you learning to speak English? Join our club and practice speaking English in a friendly atmosphere.
¿Estás aprendiendo a hablar inglés? Acompañenos y practica inglés en un ambiente agradable.
Tue, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bladensburg
Do you nerd out about "My Hero Academia," "Attack on Titan," "Demon Slayer," or "Sailor Moon"? Come to the Bladensburg Branch Library for a Manga and Anime Club Watch Party showing of “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time." Watch the movie, meet people with similar interests, and explore our collection. All levels of fandom are welcome.
Tue, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
A virtual evening of crocheting and knitting. Participants should provide their own supplies. No prior experience needed. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries Crocheting and Knitting Group.
Tue, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill
Learning to speak Spanish? Join our club and practice speaking Spanish in a friendly atmosphere. This is a Spanish immersion experience.
Tue, Aug 27, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
New Carrollton
Snuggle in for stories, songs, and fun. Pajamas welcome!
Tue, Aug 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Laurel - Conference Room 1
Join a lively discussion! This month we are discussing "Trust" by Hernán Díaz.
Wed, Aug 28, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Learn computer basics with hands-on training in an encouraging environment. Librarians will help participants gain confidence using email, Google and Microsoft programs, the internet, and other applications.
Wed, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
Welcome all veterans, active military, ROTC, potential service members, and families to Base Camp, a monthly informational and resource session for all members of the armed forces. This session will highlight Back to School Month, Anti-terrorism Month, and Workforce Resources.
Cancelled
Wed, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Branch
Are you learning English and would like to practice the language with a teacher who knows Dari and Pashto? This club is for beginner level English learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Wed, Aug 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Mount Rainier
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Disfruten creando construcciones maravillosas con nuestros Legos y dejen volar su imaginación.
Wed, Aug 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Northstar is a digital literacy online platform that offers self-paced computer learning courses and assessments. Participants must attend the learning session and pass a proctored Northstar assessment to receive a free Chromebook. Participants must register and attend the entire sessions to earn the Chromebook.
This event is full
Wed, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Have fun crafting your own tie dye creation! Supplies provided.
Wed, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning Spanish and would like to practice the language? This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Aug 28, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Novice to experienced writers are welcome to find their creative voice. Share ideas, be inspired and participate in constructive group critiques. Feel free to use your own technology or pen and paper!
Wed, Aug 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Conference Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Aug 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning Spanish and would like to practice the language? This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Aug 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Join us for Needlework Social where you can bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Wed, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Perform chair workout exercises to keep fit! We encourage all to bring your comfortable workout clothing to participate.
Participants must sign a waiver before beginning the program.
Wed, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Are you learning English and would like to practice the language? This class is for Beginner level English language learners ready to learn in person.
¿Estas aprendiendo ingles y te gustaría practicar el idioma? ¡Esta clase es para estudiantes de inglés de nivel principiante listos para aprender en persona!
This event is full
Wed, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Wed, Aug 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Snuggle in for stories, songs, and fun. Pajamas welcome!
Wed, Aug 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Conference Room
Crochet with others in the community. No prior experience needed. We’ll provide some supplies to get started, but we also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.
Wed, Aug 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Laurel
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Aug 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning French and would like to practice the language? This club is for high beginner to advanced level French language learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Thu, Aug 29, 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 will be provided for first-time participants.
Thu, Aug 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
This event is full
Thu, Aug 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Stories, fingerplays, and songs will be presented in Spanish and English.
Edades 3 a 5. Se presentarán cuentos, actividades de "Fingerplay," y canciones en inglés y español.
Thu, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Play and socialize. Rain or shine, it will be a good time. Come celebrate our friends who will start school in the 2024–2025 school year.
Thu, Aug 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Spauldings
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Learn to appreciate art by listening to an interactive story and then creating a craft related to the theme.
Thu, Aug 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Oxon Hill
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bowie
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 29, 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.
Thu, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Cancelled
Thu, Aug 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden
Northstar is a digital literacy online platform that offers self-paced computer learning courses and assessments. Participants must attend the learning session and pass a proctored Northstar assessment to receive a free Chromebook. Participants must register and attend the entire sessions to earn the Chromebook.
Thu, Aug 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Thu, Aug 29, 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.
Thu, Aug 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Bladensburg
Prince George's County Council Chair Jolene Ivey invites you to a Financial Literacy Seminar for Youth. Topics include goal setting, expense tracking, budgeting & saving, understanding credit, and navigating credit reports. Free dinner and gift cards. Registration required.
Thu, Aug 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch
Comic anthology "Indiginerds: Tales from Modern Indigenous Life" debuts on August 27, 2024! The Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights and the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System present a conversation with "Indiginerds" editor Alina Pete about this important addition to the comics landscape.
Fri, Aug 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Aug 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Aug 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Aug 30, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Fri, Aug 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bowie
Experience the calming presence of a therapy dog. This program, in partnership with Pets on Wheels, offers a chance to destress, unwind, and connect with a gentle, trained dog. Join us for a positive wellbeing boost!
Fri, Aug 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Fri, Aug 30, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Novice to experienced writers are welcome to share their creative voice through poetry. Bring a poem to read or just listen to local poets.
Sat, Aug 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Stories, fingerplays, and songs will be presented in Spanish and English.
Edades 3 a 5. Se presentarán cuentos, actividades de "Fingerplay," y canciones en inglés y español.
Sat, Aug 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more! This program will be presented in English and another language. Which language will it be?
Sat, Aug 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
In this program, a certified Emotional Intelligence coach will lead participants through an enriching journey of self-discovery and relaxation by creating therapeutic tabletop gardens. Join a supportive community of like-minded individuals, sharing experiences and fostering personal growth together.
Sat, Aug 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
In this program, a certified Emotional Intelligence coach will lead participants through an enriching journey of self-discovery and relaxation by creating therapeutic tabletop gardens. Join a supportive community of like-minded individuals, sharing experiences and fostering personal growth together.
Tue, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Enjoy a Broadway Musical!
Tue, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Tue, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Sharpen your skills for work or play on the computer, for whatever skills you need most!
Tue, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Tue, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Join us for Needlework Social where you can bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Tue, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
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.
Tue, Sep 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Conference Room
Are you learning to speak English? Join our club and practice speaking English in a friendly atmosphere.
¿Estás aprendiendo a hablar inglés? Acompañenos y practica inglés en un ambiente agradable.
Tue, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Tue, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill
Learning to speak Spanish? Join our club and practice speaking Spanish in a friendly atmosphere. This is a Spanish immersion experience.
Tue, Sep 03, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
New Carrollton
Snuggle in for stories, songs, and fun. Pajamas welcome!
Wed, Sep 04, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Sep 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Learn computer basics with hands-on training in an encouraging environment. Librarians will help participants gain confidence using email, Google and Microsoft programs, the internet, and other applications.
Wed, Sep 04, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Free one-on-one legal services on matters related to housing, landlord/tenant disputes, and tenants' rights -on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible individuals.
Cancelled
Wed, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Branch
Are you learning English and would like to practice the language with a teacher who knows Dari and Pashto? This club is for beginner level English learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Wed, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Enjoy your afternoon creating your own mosaic coaster out on the terrace!
Wed, Sep 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning Spanish and would like to practice the language? This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Sep 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Bowie - Small Meeting Room (209)
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.
Wed, Sep 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Play board games, video games, and have some friendly competition! Bring your own game or play one of ours. Participants can receive community service hours at this program.
Wed, Sep 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Conference Room
Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Sep 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning Spanish and would like to practice the language? This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Sep 04, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Sep 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
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.
Wed, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Crochet with others in the community. No prior experience needed. We’ll provide some supplies to get started, but we also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.
Wed, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Greenbelt
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Wed, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
Explore this year’s One Maryland One Book: "What Storm, What Thunder," by Myriam J.A. Chancy.
All writing levels are welcome.
Wed, Sep 04, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Sep 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning French and would like to practice the language? This club is for high beginner to advanced level French language learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Thu, Sep 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Oxon Hill
WIC participants are invited to come pick up farmers' market coupons to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables! Supplies are limited, so be sure to arrive early.
Farmers will accept e-WIC cards, SNAP, and cash. Use your $35 fruit and vegetable benefit at the farmers' market!
Thu, Sep 05, 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 will be provided for first-time participants.
Thu, Sep 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Largo-Kettering
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Stories, fingerplays, and songs will be presented in Spanish and English.
Edades 3 a 5. Se presentarán cuentos, actividades de "Fingerplay," y canciones en inglés y español.
Thu, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Explore and have fun with hands-on science or math activities, songs, and games.
Our friends from Clearwater Nature Center at Cosca Park will be here to teach us about some animals.
Thu, Sep 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
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, Kanopy, and Freegal 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, Sep 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bowie
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Largo-Kettering
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Oxon Hill
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 05, 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 or early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Thu, Sep 05, 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, Kanopy, and Freegal 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, Sep 05, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Thu, Sep 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 05, 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.
Thu, Sep 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Thu, Sep 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Have fun exploring, crafting, and creating while making a greeting card for the occasion of your choice. Supplies are provided.
Thu, Sep 05, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
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 minutes.
Fri, Sep 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Sep 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Laurel
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Fri, Sep 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Bowie
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers for early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Fri, Sep 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Bring your technology questions to the library! Learn how technology can help you in life, academia, or work. Office hours are first come first served. Please bring laptop/tablet or other device if possible.
Fri, Sep 06, 11:15am - 11:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Sep 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 20 community families.
Fri, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Fri, Sep 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games or card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Sep 07, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Representatives and Friends of the local Guatemalan Consulate will be showcasing Guatemalan Heritage through Guatemalan arts/crafts, clothing, food, music, and much more!
Sat, Sep 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Sep 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Sep 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Join the Archie Edwards Blues Heritage Foundation for a celebration of blues music, showcasing the remarkable talents of its skilled instructors.
Sat, Sep 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Presented by Kyle's Art for Autism World, Inc, this program aims to spread autism awareness throughout the community while offering a creative and welcoming space for individuals with exceptional needs to express themselves through art.
Sat, Sep 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
In this program, teens will use creative writing to learn about leadership skills, build confidence, and develop real-world readiness. They will explore vision leading, job readiness, finance, journaling, and manners.
Sat, Sep 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Are you a dissectologist? Do you love puzzles? Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle. Work with other puzzle lovers to put together book theme puzzles.
Sat, Sep 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pizzeria Paradiso, 4800 Rhode Island Ave, Hyattsville, MD 20781
Calling all Preschoolers and Toddlers! In honor of National Read a Book Day, we’re hosting a Bibliobop Dance Party at Pizzeria Paradiso in Hyattsville! It’s a fantastic opportunity to dance, move, and shake out your sillies while celebrating the joy of reading. Bring your parents or caregivers along for a lively time.
Sat, Sep 07, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Spauldings
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more! This storytime will feature and highlight stories, authors, and cultures from across the world in celebration of welcoming week.
Sun, Sep 08, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Imagine your home enhanced by a beautiful, varied array of plants that benefit the environment. We will explore the problem of loss of habitat and biodiversity in our communities and discuss how everyone can take steps to address the situation.
Mon, Sep 09, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Oxon Hill
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.
Mon, Sep 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Spauldings - Group Study Room 1
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.
Mon, Sep 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your technology questions to the library! Learn how technology can help you in your personal and professional life. Registration is encouraged. Office hours are first come, first served.
Mon, Sep 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mount Rainier
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Accokeek
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Drop-in to get help with using a computer, phone or tablet.
Mon, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Explore and have fun with hands-on science or math activities, songs, and games.
Mon, Sep 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville
Students will sing and dance along to their favorite Broadway shows. Enjoy performing arts activities and improve social skills. Prior acting experience is not required to participate.
Mon, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Looking for a job? Preparing for an interview? Need help filling out an application? Find answers to your questions, receive guidance and assistance.
Mon, Sep 09, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillcrest Heights
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.
Mon, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Mon, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Laurel
Learn and play board games and card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours! Oculus Quest VR will be available to use for teens 13 or older.
Mon, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Watch your favorite anime, talk about and preview new manga. Join fellow anime and manga fans. Participants can receive community service hours at this program.
Mon, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Sharpen your skills for work or play on the computer, for whatever skills you need most!
Mon, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Mon, Sep 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg
Learn computer basics with hands-on training in an encouraging environment. Librarians will help participants gain confidence using email, Google and Microsoft programs, the internet, and other applications.
Tue, Sep 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Oxon Hill
Join a lively discussion! This month we are discussing "Heaven and Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride.
Tue, Sep 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Sharpen your skills for work or play on the computer, for whatever skills you need most!
Tue, Sep 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Bowie
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Tue, Sep 10, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Tue, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
New Carrollton
Prerequisites: Completion of 1-hr Sewing Certification and can sew independently. Click on the title of the program to view and complete the interest form.
Tue, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Join us for Needlework Social where you can bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Tue, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Play video games at the library! Play for fun or start a tournament!
Tue, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Tue, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
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.
Tue, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Spauldings
Legos will be provided and kids can let their imagination run wild. This month’s theme is Cities. Free style building is also encouraged.
Tue, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Conference Room
Are you learning to speak English? Join our club and practice speaking English in a friendly atmosphere.
¿Estás aprendiendo a hablar inglés? Acompañenos y practica inglés en un ambiente agradable.
Tue, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
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.
Tue, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel
Are you new to Medicare? Do you find Medicare confusing? Do you want help navigating your options for Medicare coverage? This program offers education and guidance about Medicare for individuals turning 65 and current beneficiaries. Presented by the Department of Family Services State Health Insurance Assistance Program.
Tue, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Discover the basics of chess in this beginner-friendly program and learn chess rules, strategies, and tactics. Develop critical thinking and sportsmanship as you embark on your chess journey with confidence. This program is suitable for seniors, adults, teens, and children ages 10 and up.
Tue, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating with hands-on experiments and activities. Supplies are provided.
Tue, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Laurel
Learn to play or improve your chess game. Ages 13 and up.
Tue, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Do you nerd out about "My Hero Academia," "Attack on Titan," "Demon Slayer," or "Sailor Moon"? Join us at the Manga and Anime Club at the Bladensburg Branch Library. Come for screenings, discussions, activities, and Japanese culture. Meet people with similar interests and explore our collection. All levels of fandom are welcome.
Tue, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Oxon Hill
Join Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds Yoga for an all-levels gentle flow class that focuses on postures to increase your flexibility and mobility. Whether you're experienced or new to the practice, come relax, stretch, and find your inner peace with us.
We encourage practitioners to bring their own mats, if not mats will be provided.
This event is full
Tue, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
A virtual evening of crocheting and knitting. Participants should provide their own supplies. No prior experience needed. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries Crocheting and Knitting Group.
Tue, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill
Learning to speak Spanish? Join our club and practice speaking Spanish in a friendly atmosphere. This is a Spanish immersion experience.
Tue, Sep 10, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
New Carrollton
Snuggle in for stories, songs, and fun. Pajamas welcome!
Wed, Sep 11, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Sep 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Learn computer basics with hands-on training in an encouraging environment. Librarians will help participants gain confidence using email, Google and Microsoft programs, the internet, and other applications.
Wed, Sep 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
South Bowie
Students will sing and dance along to their favorite Broadway shows. Enjoy performing arts activities and improve social skills. Prior acting experience is not required to participate.
Wed, Sep 11, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Novice to experienced writers are welcome to find their creative voice through writing. Share ideas, be inspired and participate in group critiques. All genres welcome.
Cancelled
Wed, Sep 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Branch
Are you learning English and would like to practice the language with a teacher who knows Dari and Pashto? This club is for beginner level English learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Sep 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Enjoy your afternoon making string cards and learning a new skill. Hands-on learning with step-by-step instructions provided.
Wed, Sep 11, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Wed, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
An afternoon of crocheting. Learn the basics of crochet through practice. No prior experience needed. Materials will be provided.
Wed, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Enjoy an afternoon of investing in yourself by making crafts that will help you to relax and recharge. Learn how to become better at self-care and learn techniques to manage stress. Create your own self-care plan and make your own self-care product. Hands-on learning with step by step instructions and supplies provided.
Wed, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
South Bowie
Students will sing and dance along to their favorite Broadway shows. Enjoy performing arts activities and improve social skills. Prior acting experience is not required to participate.
Wed, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning Spanish and would like to practice the language? This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hyattsville
Come in for your free blood pressure, diabetes, or cholesterol screening! Walk-ins are welcome, and no appointment is necessary. Final screenings will take place 15 minutes before the end of the program.
Wed, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Bowie - Small Meeting Room (209)
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.
Wed, Sep 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Upper Marlboro
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.
Wed, Sep 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Play board games, video games, and have some friendly competition! Bring your own game or play one of ours. Participants can receive community service hours at this program.
Wed, Sep 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Conference Room
Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Sep 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Want to learn how to save a life? Stop the Bleed is a workshop presented by University of Maryland Capital Regional Hospital. The workshop includes both a presentation on bleeding control basics as well as hands-on skills training by health professionals. Participants will learn how to recognize life-threatening bleeding, how to stop the bleed techniques and wound packing.
Wed, Sep 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning Spanish and would like to practice the language? This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,
Wed, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Play some new and classic board games! Bring one of your own, or play one of ours. Or try out a silly roleplaying adventure! Let’s just have some fun!
Wed, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill
Crochet with others in the community. No prior experience needed. We’ll provide some supplies to get started, but also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.
Wed, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Why are events in the Middle East still so detrimental to American national security interests? Join Bear Afkhami and library staff for an in-depth discussion on how the Middle East impacts global security and economics.
Wed, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
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.
Wed, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Wed, Sep 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities. Ages 5–12 with adult. Due to space limitations, registration is required for each adult and child attending.
This event is full
Wed, Sep 11, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
In light of the unfortunate prevalence of shootings in the US, this program is dedicated to equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond effectively in the event of an active shooter situation. Explore strategies, protocols, and survival techniques to enhance personal safety and preparedness in critical scenarios.
Wed, Sep 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch
The Prince George's County Office of Human Rights and the Prince George's County Memorial Library present a panel discussion featuring three immigrant artists: Carol Zou, Maribel Rodriguez, and Salomé Cosmique.
Wed, Sep 11, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Sep 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
At the end of the Second World War, Cyril Conroy combines luck and a single canny investment to begin an enormous real estate empire, propelling his family from poverty to enormous wealth. His first order of business is to buy the Dutch House, a lavish estate in the suburbs outside of Philadelphia. Meant as a surprise for his wife, the house sets in motion the undoing of everyone he loves.
Wed, Sep 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning French and would like to practice the language? This club is for high beginner to advanced level French language learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Thu, Sep 12, 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 will be provided for first-time participants.
Thu, Sep 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Largo-Kettering
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Stories, fingerplays, and songs will be presented in Spanish and English.
Edades 3 a 5. Se presentarán cuentos, actividades de "Fingerplay," y canciones en inglés y español.
Thu, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Play and socialize. Rain or shine, it will be a good time!
Thu, Sep 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Spauldings
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bowie
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
Largo-Kettering
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
Oxon Hill
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 12, 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, Kanopy, and Freegal 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, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Thu, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Bowie
Computer assistance for senior citizens, and others, who want help with basic computer skills, Microsoft programs, the internet, and other applications.
Thu, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 12, 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.
Thu, Sep 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Want to be a Pokémon master? Do you like comics, cartoons, and crafts? Join fellow fans each month as we try to catch’em all, try new series, and enjoy animated worlds.
Thu, Sep 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Fri, Sep 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Sep 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Oxon Hill
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 15 community families.
Fri, Sep 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Pop-Up Locations
Enjoy the wonderful world of storytelling. Friends and family welcome!
¡Ven y disfruta del maravilloso mundo de contrar cuentos, amigos y familiares son bienvenidos!
Hosted by Greenbelt Library Staff and Random Unselfish Acts of Kindness (RUAK).
Fri, Sep 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Fri, Sep 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Have fun crafting and creating small animals, bugs, and flowers with pipe cleaners! Supplies will be provided.
Fri, Sep 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games or card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Sep 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Bowie
Play a variety of board games with us! Bring one of your own or play one of ours!
Sat, Sep 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Sep 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Bust a move and shake your sillies out. Bring your parents or caregivers and prepare to boogie and bop until we all drop!
Sat, Sep 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
This course will familiarize those who have never played the guitar with some notes on the strings and how to fret basic guitar chords properly. Learn basic chords, including C, D, Dm, E, Em, F, G, A, and Am.
Sat, Sep 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Conduct two very dramatic and entertaining demonstrations of a chemical change. See and feel, firsthand, indicators of a chemical change: evolution of a gas, release of heat, and color change.
Sat, Sep 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more! This program will be presented in English and another language. Which language will it be?
Sat, Sep 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
In this workshop, students will take a captivating journey into the world of blues singing, where storytelling takes center stage. We'll delve into the rich tradition of blues music, where every song tells a heartfelt story. All you need to bring is yourself, courage, and water. Get ready to unlock the power of blues storytelling through song!
Sat, Sep 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Laurel - Conference Room 1
Swap plant seeds and stories with fellow gardeners to prepare for next year’s growing season! Participants are encouraged to bring native and homegrown varieties, although store-bought seeds are also welcome. Seed envelopes will be provided to record care instructions and other important information.
Sat, Sep 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Laurel
Come learn about the beauty and importance of native plants in supporting our local ecosystems. Whether you love nature, gardening, teaching, or simply care about our environment, this program is perfect for you.
Sat, Sep 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Sat, Sep 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Upper Marlboro
Have fun crafting and creating! Catch island vibes as you make beautiful pieces of art with colored sand!
Sat, Sep 14, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Oxon Hill
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Sat, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Sat, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beltsville
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 15 minutes.
Sat, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Come play a variety of board games with us!
Mon, Sep 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Oxon Hill
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.
Mon, Sep 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Spauldings - Group Study Room 1
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.
Mon, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your technology questions to the library! Learn how technology can help you in your personal and professional life. Registration is encouraged. Office hours are first come, first served.
Mon, Sep 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mount Rainier
Celebrate Welcoming Week, a week every year where libraries celebrate welcoming people, especially immigrants, into our communities. Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Accokeek
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Pop-Up Locations
Greenbelt Cinema, in partnership with the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System is offering a free program of stories, songs, and a short film! This program is best suited for children ages 1–5 and their caregivers. Please, no unaccompanied children or adults.
Mon, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Drop-in to get help with using a computer, phone or tablet.
Mon, Sep 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Upper Marlboro
Discuss a true crime book. This month we are discussing "Little, Crazy Children: A True Crime Tragedy of Lost Innocence" by James Renner.
Mon, Sep 16, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville
Students will sing and dance along to their favorite Broadway shows. Enjoy performing arts activities and improve social skills. Prior acting experience is not required to participate.
Mon, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Looking for a job? Preparing for an interview? Need help filling out an application? Find answers to your questions, receive guidance and assistance.
Mon, Sep 16, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillcrest Heights
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.
Mon, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Enjoy your afternoon creating a decorative desk organizer. Step-by-step hands-on instructions given. All supplies will be provided. Adults only.
Mon, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Spauldings - Conference Room
Get hands-on experience learning the basics of computer use. Every week, we will explore a different area of computer skills.
This event is full
Mon, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating paper Molas. Supplies are provided.
Mon, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making your own Paper Bag Piñata! Supplies are provided.
Mon, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Have fun crafting and creating. Make a 3D collage house from cardboard and decorate it!
Mon, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Watch your favorite anime, talk about and preview new manga. Join fellow anime and manga fans. Participants can receive community service hours at this program.
Mon, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Sharpen your skills for work or play on the computer, for whatever skills you need most!
Mon, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
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.
Mon, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Spauldings - Conference Room
Start the quest to discover your ancestry through genealogical research! We will show you how to find your beloved ancestors in a variety of historical records and help you map out your family tree.
Mon, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg
Learn computer basics with hands-on training in an encouraging environment. Librarians will help participants gain confidence using email, Google and Microsoft programs, the internet, and other applications.
Mon, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
Novice to experienced writers are welcome to find their creative voice through writing. Share ideas, be inspired and participate in group critiques. All genres welcome.
Mon, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Screen and discuss "Salt of the Earth," the classic film inspired by a 1951 strike against the Empire Zinc Company in New Mexico. At the time, it was considered subversive, and was blacklisted because the International Union of Mine, Mill and Smelter Workers sponsored it and many blacklisted Hollywood professionals helped produce it.
Tue, Sep 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Branch
This fall, grab your favorite lunch at noon and tune in to virtual conversations with the Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights and the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System on topics from how racism is making us sick to human trafficking awareness to increasing equity and opportunity in the sciences. Let’s learn together!
Tue, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Have you learned ASL and would like some extra practice time? Join our club and practice what you’ve learned in a friendly atmosphere.
Tue, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Can you solve the crime before the detective? Come test your sleuthing skills at our monthly interactive screening of a TV cozy mystery.
Tue, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Tue, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Sharpen your skills for work or play on the computer, for whatever skills you need most!
Tue, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Tue, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
New Carrollton
Prerequisites: Completion of 1-hr Sewing Certification and can sew independently. Click on the title of the program to view and complete the interest form.
Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Join us for Needlework Social where you can bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Tue, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
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.
Tue, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on building challenges.
Tue, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Conference Room
Are you learning to speak English? Join our club and practice speaking English in a friendly atmosphere.
¿Estás aprendiendo a hablar inglés? Acompañenos y practica inglés en un ambiente agradable.
Tue, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Become a scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science activities using basic scientific principles.
Ages 8–12.
Tue, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Largo-Kettering
September 15th marks the anniversary of the publication of Peter H. Reynolds "The Dot." Join us as we explore the story's themes—bravery, creativity, and self-expression—while also learning about pointillism art.
Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Discover the art and science of caring for curly hair with B'WARE Cosmetology. Gain essential education on curly hair care techniques while refining your styling skills through hands-on practice with mannequin heads.
Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Do you nerd out about "My Hero Academia," "Attack on Titan," or "Demon Slayer"? Join the Manga and Anime Club! We will have a special guest speaker who will share cover cosplay tips and tricks, convention etiquette and safety, inclusivity in the fandom, and resources for buying costumes and materials.
Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Delve into the rich cultural heritage of the Caribbean, Central, and South America as Cantaré performs songs in Spanish and Portuguese, accompanied by fascinating historical insights. This interactive bilingual performance invites the whole family to sing, play percussion, and dance to Latin rhythms like salsa and merengue.
Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Step into the captivating world of this bilingual play as Alre and Quines, accompanied by their magical bag, breathe life into enchanting tales. Join Harlequins and their diverse group of friends on thrilling adventures across different countries, immersing themselves in vibrant cultures, music, and dances.
Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Tue, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
miXt Food Hall - 3809 Rhode Island Ave, Brentwood, MD 20722
Join the Mount Rainier Branch Library and Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights for our new monthly book club! This month we hope you can join us as we discuss "Family Lore" by Elizabeth Acevedo.
Tue, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
Join a lively discussion! This month we are discussing "Las Madres" by Esmeralda Santiago.
Tue, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill
Learning to speak Spanish? Join our club and practice speaking Spanish in a friendly atmosphere. This is a Spanish immersion experience.
Tue, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
New Carrollton
Snuggle in for stories, songs, and fun. Pajamas welcome!
Wed, Sep 18, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Learn computer basics with hands-on training in an encouraging environment. Librarians will help participants gain confidence using email, Google and Microsoft programs, the internet, and other applications.
Wed, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Free one-on-one legal services on matters related to housing, landlord/tenant disputes, and tenants' rights -on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible individuals.
Wed, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
"Summer Stock" starring Gene Kelly and Judy Garland.
Wed, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
South Bowie
Students will sing and dance along to their favorite Broadway shows. Enjoy performing arts activities and improve social skills. Prior acting experience is not required to participate.
Cancelled
Wed, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Branch
Are you learning English and would like to practice the language with a teacher who knows Dari and Pashto? This club is for beginner level English learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Wed, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Join us to make cards and art for new community members in Prince George's County for Welcoming Week. Materials will be provided.
Wed, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
South Bowie
Students will sing and dance along to their favorite Broadway shows. Enjoy performing arts activities and improve social skills. Prior acting experience is not required to participate.
Wed, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel
Have you learned ASL and would like some extra practice time? Join our club and practice what you’ve learned in a friendly atmosphere.
Participants should already have a working vocabulary of at least 100 signs before registering.
Wed, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning Spanish and would like to practice the language? This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Bowie - Small Meeting Room (209)
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.
Wed, Sep 18, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Watch a movie to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!
Wed, Sep 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Learn and play board games and card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours!
Wed, Sep 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Play board games, video games, and have some friendly competition! Bring your own game or play one of ours. Participants can receive community service hours at this program.
Wed, Sep 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Conference Room
Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Sep 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making God’s Eye (Ojo de Dios), a traditional Mexican folk craft and/or a Worry Doll, a traditional Guatemalan craft.
Wed, Sep 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning Spanish and would like to practice the language? This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,
Wed, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
"Most people in the world have powers called Quirks, but not Izuku. When he meets the world's greatest Hero, that changes, as does his destiny."
—From Netflix.
Wed, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill
Crochet with others in the community. No prior experience needed. We’ll provide some supplies to get started, but also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.
Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Laurel Volunteer Rescue Squad will be visiting Laurel Library to give an informative session on fire prevention, emergency preparedness, and battery safety. Learn essential tips and techniques from our expert volunteers to keep you and your loved ones safe in any situation.
Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
Aprenda sobre los recursos gratuitos que la biblioteca tiene para ofrecer en línea! Entre recursos para practicar idiomas y para completar su currículum laboral, vea lo que su tarjeta de la biblioteca puede hacer por usted. Para hispanohablantes.
Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Are you learning to speak English? Join our club and practice speaking English in a friendly atmosphere.
¿Estás aprendiendo a hablar inglés? Acompañenos y practica inglés en un ambiente agradable.
Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an enchanting journey through the vibrant rhythms and traditions of the Dominican Republic. Larimar Folklore Dominicano showcases captivating folkloric dances that embody the rich cultural tapestry of the Caribbean nation. Join us for an evening filled with music, dance, and the spirit of Dominican folklore.
Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Have fun crafting and creating! Build a community by transforming paper bags into buildings to create a bustling neighborhood! All supplies provided.
Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Crochet with others in the community. No prior experience needed. We’ll provide some supplies to get started, but also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.
Wed, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Celebrate fall with us by making Paper Bag Scarecrows and Handprint Acorns! Supplies provided.
Wed, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
Hone in on what’s on the page, what’s missing, and how to improve your writing with our writers’ workshop. Bring your novels, short stories, or poems to share with our critique circle and receive tips and inspiration from like minds. All writing levels are welcome.
Wed, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning French and would like to practice the language? This club is for high beginner to advanced level French language learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Thu, Sep 19, 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 will be provided for first-time participants.
Thu, Sep 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Largo-Kettering
Explore and have fun with hands-on science or math activities, songs, and games as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Stories, fingerplays, and songs will be presented in Spanish and English.
Edades 3 a 5. Se presentarán cuentos, actividades de "Fingerplay," y canciones en inglés y español.
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more! This program is being held in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights
Bring your preschooler to enjoy stories and songs in celebration of Hispanic Heritage.
Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
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, Kanopy, and Freegal 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, Sep 19, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bowie
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 19, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 19, 11:15am - 11:45am
Oxon Hill
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 19, 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.
Thu, Sep 19, 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 or early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Thu, Sep 19, 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, Kanopy, and Freegal 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, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Thu, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Step into the world of creativity and tranquility with dynamic fusion of art and yoga! Come wearing comfortable clothes and be ready to unwind. Registration required.
Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Become a mad scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science experiments using basic scientific principles. Let’s celebrate the end of summer and make back to school themed slime together!
Ages 8–12.
Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch
Finding ways to keep teens and young adults engaged can be daunting, but PGCMLS' Teen Services Specialist is up for the task! Join the Prince George's County Office of Human Rights and The Prince George's County Memorial Library System in conversation with Isaiah West about how his goals for teen programming at the library and how he's helping to nurture a new generation of leaders.
Thu, Sep 19, 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.
Thu, Sep 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Thu, Sep 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for fun STEM-related board games. Bring one of your own, or play one of ours.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Fri, Sep 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Sep 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Laurel
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Fri, Sep 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Bowie
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers for early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Fri, Sep 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Bring your technology questions to the library! Learn how technology can help you in life, academia, or work. Office hours are first come first served. Please bring laptop/tablet or other device if possible.
Fri, Sep 20, 11:15am - 11:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Fri, Sep 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beltsville
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 15 minutes.
Fri, Sep 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games or card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill
Celebrate the fourth annual Festival of Cultures! Experience the rich diversity of our county through special performances, storytime, and arts and crafts. Bring your friends and family for a memorable day celebrating our cultural tapestry.
Registration is encouraged but not required.
Sat, Sep 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Sep 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Sep 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Explore and have fun with hands-on science or math activities, songs, and games.
Sat, Sep 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Presented by Kyle's Art for Autism World, Inc, this program aims to spread autism awareness throughout the community while offering a creative and welcoming space for individuals with exceptional needs to express themselves through art.
Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Join us for a special literacy event focused on helping our youngest learners become strong readers with the support of their biggest champions – parents! In this interactive workshop, parents will discover key aspects of the science of reading and learn practical ways to assist their children at home.
Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Step into the captivating world of this bilingual play as Alre and Quines, accompanied by their magical bag, breathe life into enchanting tales. Join Harlequins and their diverse group of friends on thrilling adventures across different countries, immersing themselves in vibrant cultures, music, and dances.
Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Rainier
Cubelets are uniquely designed, individual robot blocks that snap together with magnets, teaming up to create thousands of novel robot constructions, each with new behaviors. Participants can design and redesign robot constructions with ease, using the robot blocks to model real-world behaviors and to launch students into creativity and critical thinking.
Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Learn a new skill (or just get a refresher) in the fun technique of cursive writing! It’s a must-have skill for life and learning will be a breeze with handy practice sheets!
Sat, Sep 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hyattsville
Group will discuss "The Kneeling Man: My Father's Life as a Black Spy Who Witnessed the Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr." by Leta McCullough Seletzky. Copies of the book are limited; please check at the information desk for details.
Mon, Sep 23, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Oxon Hill
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.
Mon, Sep 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Spauldings - Group Study Room 1
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.
Mon, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your technology questions to the library! Learn how technology can help you in your personal and professional life. Registration is encouraged. Office hours are first come, first served.
Mon, Sep 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mount Rainier
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Accokeek
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Drop-in to get help with using a computer, phone or tablet.
Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Upper Marlboro
Explore and have fun with hands-on science or math activities, songs, and games.
Mon, Sep 23, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Prepare for US Citizenship with Solutions in Hometown Connections (SHC)! SHC citizenship classes are designed for people who have their United States Permanent Residency documentation, who entered the US as refugee, asylee, SIV, or VAWA.
Mon, Sep 23, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville
Students will sing and dance along to their favorite Broadway shows. Enjoy performing arts activities and improve social skills. Prior acting experience is not required to participate.
Mon, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Looking for a job? Preparing for an interview? Need help filling out an application? Find answers to your questions, receive guidance and assistance.
Mon, Sep 23, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillcrest Heights
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.
Mon, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Mon, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Unlock the potential of the Internet! This hands-on event is perfect for those wanting to master the essentials of searching and browsing the web, signing up for and using email, and managing your passwords for maximum safety and security online. Our friendly instructors will guide you through practical exercises, ensuring you leave with newfound confidence in navigating the digital landscape.
Mon, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making your own Guatemalan inspired worry doll! Supplies are provided.
Mon, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Watch your favorite anime, talk about and preview new manga. Join fellow anime and manga fans. Participants can receive community service hours at this program.
Mon, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Sharpen your skills for work or play on the computer, for whatever skills you need most!
Mon, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Mon, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg
Learn computer basics with hands-on training in an encouraging environment. Librarians will help participants gain confidence using email, Google and Microsoft programs, the internet, and other applications.
Mon, Sep 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Laurel - Conference Room 1
Celebrate the freedom to read during Banned Books Week by creating a miniature bookshelf full of banned books. Learn about actions you can take to fight book censorship. Materials will be provided.
Mon, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch
The Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights and Prince George’s County Memorial Library System presents a conversation with Edwidge Danticat about her collection of exceptional new essays, "We're Alone."
Tue, Sep 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Branch
This fall, grab your favorite lunch at noon and tune in to virtual conversations with the Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights and the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System on topics from how racism is making us sick to human trafficking awareness to increasing equity and opportunity in the sciences. Let’s learn together!
Tue, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Enjoy a Broadway Musical!
Tue, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Have you learned ASL and would like some extra practice time? Join our club and practice what you’ve learned in a friendly atmosphere.
Tue, Sep 24, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Get expert career tips and find the job-search tools and professional resources that every experienced worker needs to sharpen skills and get hired.
Tue, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
In this session, Prince George's Community College will provide you with educational information and opportunities, including assistance with FAFSA paperwork, financial aid and scholarship assistance, degree and trade information, and more!
Tue, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Sharpen your skills for work or play on the computer, for whatever skills you need most!
Tue, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Bowie
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Tue, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Tue, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
New Carrollton
Prerequisites: Completion of 1-hr Sewing Certification and can sew independently. Click on the title of the program to view and complete the interest form.
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Join us for Needlework Social where you can bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Explore the work of picture book artist Raúl Colón and then make watercolor art!
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on building with Plus Plus Blocks!
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Tue, Sep 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
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.
Tue, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Conference Room
Are you learning to speak English? Join our club and practice speaking English in a friendly atmosphere.
¿Estás aprendiendo a hablar inglés? Acompañenos y practica inglés en un ambiente agradable.
Tue, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
It's Banned Books Week! Unleash your creativity and transform old vinyl records or a canvas into powerful art, drawing inspiration from banned books. Fusing literature and art, it's a rebellion of expression!
Tue, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Bowie
START (Serving, Thriving, and Reading Together) is a family-focused program that fosters community among military and civilian families. It includes four weekly sessions featuring children's books on themes like family and courage, followed by discussions and a shared meal. Families with children ages 5 to 12 are encouraged to attend all four sessions.
Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Discover the basics of chess in this beginner-friendly program and learn chess rules, strategies, and tactics. Develop critical thinking and sportsmanship as you embark on your chess journey with confidence. This program is suitable for seniors, adults, teens, and children ages 10 and up.
Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Part 1:
University of Maryland Extension will teach the basics of robotics and programming. As well give an overview of robot components and fundamental coding principles.
Ages 8–12.
Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an enchanting journey through the vibrant rhythms and traditions of the Dominican Republic. Larimar Folklore Dominicano showcases captivating folkloric dances that embody the rich cultural tapestry of the Caribbean nation. Join us for an evening filled with music, dance, and the spirit of Dominican folklore.
Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Do you nerd out about "My Hero Academia," "Attack on Titan," "Demon Slayer," or "Sailor Moon"? Come to the Bladensburg Branch Library for a Manga and Anime Club showing of “Dragon Ball Super: Broly." Watch the movie, meet people with similar interests, and explore our collection. All levels of fandom are welcome.
Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bowie - Conference Room
A mesmerizing story of shipwreck, survival, and savagery, culminating in a court martial that reveals a shocking truth. On January 28, 1742, a ramshackle vessel of patched-together wood and cloth washed up on the coast of Brazil. Inside were thirty emaciated men, barely alive, and they had an extraordinary tale to tell...
Please join us for a discussion of this interesting work.
Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
A virtual evening of crocheting and knitting. Participants should provide their own supplies. No prior experience needed. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries Crocheting and Knitting Group.
Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill
Learning to speak Spanish? Join our club and practice speaking Spanish in a friendly atmosphere. This is a Spanish immersion experience.
Tue, Sep 24, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
New Carrollton
Snuggle in for stories, songs, and fun. Pajamas welcome!
Tue, Sep 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Laurel - Conference Room 1
Join a lively discussion! This month we are discussing: "The Wren, the Wren: a Novel" by Anne Enright
Tue, Sep 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch
The Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights and Prince George’s County Memorial Library System presents a conversation with Ofelia Montelongo about Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodriguez's new book, "Tías and Primas: On Knowing and Loving the Women Who Raise Us."
Wed, Sep 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Prepare for US Citizenship with Solutions in Hometown Connections (SHC)! SHC citizenship classes are designed for people who have their United States Permanent Residency documentation, who entered the US as refugee, asylee, SIV, or VAWA.
Wed, Sep 25, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Learn computer basics with hands-on training in an encouraging environment. Librarians will help participants gain confidence using email, Google and Microsoft programs, the internet, and other applications.
Wed, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
Welcome all veterans, active military, ROTC, potential service members, and families to Base Camp, a monthly informational and resource session for all members of the armed forces. This session will highlight Back to School Month, Suicide Prevention Month, and Hispanic Heritage Month.
Wed, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
South Bowie
Students will sing and dance along to their favorite Broadway shows. Enjoy performing arts activities and improve social skills. Prior acting experience is not required to participate.
Cancelled
Wed, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Branch
Are you learning English and would like to practice the language with a teacher who knows Dari and Pashto? This club is for beginner level English learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Wed, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
Have fun creating your own crocheted granny square. Materials will be provided.
Wed, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Mount Rainier
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Mount Rainier
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
South Bowie
Students will sing and dance along to their favorite Broadway shows. Enjoy performing arts activities and improve social skills. Prior acting experience is not required to participate.
Wed, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning Spanish and would like to practice the language? This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel
Have you learned ASL and would like some extra practice time? Join our club and practice what you’ve learned in a friendly atmosphere. Participants should already have a working vocabulary of at least 100 signs before registering.
Wed, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Bowie - Small Meeting Room (209)
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.
Wed, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Play board games, video games, and have some friendly competition! Bring your own game or play one of ours. Participants can receive community service hours at this program.
Wed, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Conference Room
Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning Spanish and would like to practice the language? This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,
Wed, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill
Crochet with others in the community. No prior experience needed. We’ll provide some supplies to get started, but also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.
Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the PGCMLS and WETA! Join us for a screening of the popular animation "Alma’s Way." Following the screening, we will have fun musical activities for kids and families to participate in.
Ages 4–8 with adults.
Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Are you learning to speak English? Join our club and practice speaking English in a friendly atmosphere.
¿Estás aprendiendo a hablar inglés? Acompañenos y practica inglés en un ambiente agradable.
Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Experience the heartfelt melodies and soulful storytelling of Liah Perez, the talented Dominican-American singer and songwriter. Through a captivating blend of pop, Latin rock, and ballads, Liah takes you on a musical journey filled with emotions, exploring themes of love, loss, the search for home, and the quest for meaning.
Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel - Conference Room 1
Learn to play blackjack and have some friendly competition.
Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bowie
Are you learning to speak English? Join our club and practice speaking English in a friendly atmosphere.
¿Estás aprendiendo a hablar inglés? Acompañenos y practica inglés en un ambiente agradable.
(Ages 16+)
Wed, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Crochet with others in the community. No prior experience needed. We’ll provide some supplies to get started, but we also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.
Wed, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Snuggle in for stories, songs, and fun. Pajamas welcome!
Wed, Sep 25, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Sep 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning French and would like to practice the language? This club is for high beginner to advanced level French language learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Thu, Sep 26, 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 will be provided for first-time participants.
Thu, Sep 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Largo-Kettering
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Stories, fingerplays, and songs will be presented in Spanish and English.
Edades 3 a 5. Se presentarán cuentos, actividades de "Fingerplay," y canciones en inglés y español.
Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Spauldings
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bowie
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 11:15am - 11:45am
Largo-Kettering
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 11:15am - 11:45am
Oxon Hill
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Sep 26, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Have you ever been approached with a fraudulent offer or been a victim of identity theft? These days, scammers are sophisticated. And separating the real from the phony can be tough—especially when emotions are running high. Join us for a free event where we’ll take a look into the latest scams, how to avoid them, and what to do if you’ve been targeted.
Thu, Sep 26, 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.
Thu, Sep 26, 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, Kanopy, and Freegal 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, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Thu, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Bowie
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Drop-in to get help with using a computer, phone or tablet.
Thu, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special Community Conversation featuring Samantha Howard, the Latino Liaison for the County Executive’s Office, hosted by the Prince George's County Office of Human Rights and the Prince George's County Memorial Library System.
Thu, Sep 26, 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.
Thu, Sep 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Fri, Sep 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Oxon Hill
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 15 community families.
Fri, Sep 27, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Fri, Sep 27, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Take charge of your health at our free blood pressure screening sessions. Led by University of Maryland School of Nursing students, get your blood pressure checked, and bring your medications for a personalized review. Empower yourself with valuable insights to manage your health better. Open to all, join us in prioritizing well-being!
Fri, Sep 27, 11:15am - 11:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Sep 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games or card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Sep 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Sep 28, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Virtual Branch
Estudios Universitarios a su Alcance, es una asociación entre UMD, PGCC y PGCPS que brinda información completa sobre admisiones, ayuda financiera y oportunidades de educación superior en español.
Learn how to navigate the college application and financial aid process This is a live webinar and breakout sessions with representatives from UMD, PGCC, and PGCPS.
Sat, Sep 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hyattsville
This course will familiarize those who have never played the guitar with some notes on the strings and how to fret basic guitar chords properly. Learn basic chords, including C, D, Dm, E, Em, F, G, A, and Am.
Sat, Sep 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Block coding teaches coding using visual methods. Simply click the different blocks of code and drag them
together to design your very own basketball game!
Ages 10–15. Register to secure a spot
Sat, Sep 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more! This program will be presented in English and another language. Which language will it be?
Sat, Sep 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Engage in a "Real Talk Mentoring Session," a unique event that brings together the forces of community mentorship and educational empowerment to address the challenges our children face in today's rapidly evolving world. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of a transformative conversation.
Together, let's build a safer and brighter future for the children of Prince George's County!
Sat, Sep 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hyattsville
In this workshop, students will take a captivating journey into the world of blues singing, where storytelling takes center stage. We'll delve into the rich tradition of blues music, where every song tells a heartfelt story. All you need to bring is yourself, courage, and water. Get ready to unlock the power of blues storytelling through song!
Sat, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
In this program, a certified Emotional Intelligence coach will lead participants through an enriching journey of self-discovery and relaxation by creating therapeutic tabletop gardens. Join a supportive community of like-minded individuals, sharing experiences and fostering personal growth together.
Sat, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
In this program, teens will use creative writing to learn about leadership skills, build confidence, and develop real-world readiness. They will explore vision leading, job readiness, finance, journaling, and manners.
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Experience the heartfelt melodies and soulful storytelling of Liah Perez, the talented Dominican-American singer and songwriter. Through a captivating blend of pop, Latin rock, and ballads, Liah takes you on a musical journey filled with emotions, exploring themes of love, loss, the search for home, and the quest for meaning.
Rescheduled
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Saturday, September 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Do you nerd out about "My Hero Academia," "Attack on Titan," "Demon Slayer," or "Sailor Moon"? Join us as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Howl's Moving Castle. Meet people with similar interests and explore our collection. All levels of fandom are welcome.
Sat, Sep 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
In this program, a certified Emotional Intelligence coach will lead participants through an enriching journey of self-discovery and relaxation by creating therapeutic tabletop gardens. Join a supportive community of like-minded individuals, sharing experiences and fostering personal growth together.
Sat, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Mon, Sep 30, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Oxon Hill
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.
Mon, Sep 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Spauldings - Group Study Room 1
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.
Mon, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your technology questions to the library! Learn how technology can help you in your personal and professional life. Registration is encouraged. Office hours are first come, first served.
Mon, Sep 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mount Rainier
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Bring your preschooler for some fun stories, songs, fingerplays, and more.
Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Accokeek
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Drop-in to get help with using a computer, phone or tablet.
Mon, Sep 30, 11:30am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 30, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Prepare for US Citizenship with Solutions in Hometown Connections (SHC)! SHC citizenship classes are designed for people who have their United States Permanent Residency documentation, who entered the US as refugee, asylee, SIV, or VAWA.
Mon, Sep 30, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville
Students will sing and dance along to their favorite Broadway shows. Enjoy performing arts activities and improve social skills. Prior acting experience is not required to participate.
Mon, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Looking for a job? Preparing for an interview? Need help filling out an application? Find answers to your questions, receive guidance and assistance.
Mon, Sep 30, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillcrest Heights
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.
Mon, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Spauldings - Conference Room
Get hands-on experience learning the basics of computer use. Every week, we will explore a different area of computer skills.
Mon, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Mon, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Watch your favorite anime, talk about and preview new manga. Join fellow anime and manga fans. Participants can receive community service hours at this program.
Mon, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Sharpen your skills for work or play on the computer, for whatever skills you need most!
Mon, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
A monthly meetup (rendezvous) to speak and/or learn French in person. This program is meant to complement the Library's weekly Virtual French Conversation Club on Wednesdays at 7 pm.
Mon, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
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.
Mon, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg
Learn computer basics with hands-on training in an encouraging environment. Librarians will help participants gain confidence using email, Google and Microsoft programs, the internet, and other applications.
Tue, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Have you learned ASL and would like some extra practice time? Join our club and practice what you’ve learned in a friendly atmosphere.
Tue, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Enjoy a Broadway Musical!
Tue, Oct 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Laurel
This session will explain the basic parts of a desktop computer, how to use a mouse, and simple desktop navigation.
Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Become more digitally savvy at the Library! Sharpen your skills for work or play on the computer, for whatever skills you need most!
Tue, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton
Prerequisites: Completion of 1-hr Sewing Certification and can sew independently. Click on the title of the program to view and complete the interest form.
Tue, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Join us for Needlework Social where you can bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Tue, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Tue, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
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.
Tue, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy a film showing of "Como Agua Para Chocolate" for Hispanic Heritage Month! A discussion of the film and book will follow afterwards with refreshments provided.
¡Disfruta de una presentación de la película de Como Agua Para Chocolate para el mes de la Herencia Hispana! Una discusión de la película y el libro seguirá después con bocadillos proveídos.
Tue, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Conference Room
Are you learning to speak English? Join our club and practice speaking English in a friendly atmosphere.
¿Estás aprendiendo a hablar inglés? Acompañenos y practica inglés en un ambiente agradable.
Tue, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Baden - Multipurpose 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.
Tue, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Enjoy a family-friendly movie to kick off Spooky Season!
Tue, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Bowie
START (Serving, Thriving, and Reading Together) is a family-focused program that fosters community among military and civilian families. It includes four weekly sessions featuring children's books on themes like family and courage, followed by discussions and a shared meal. Families with children ages 5 to 12 are encouraged to attend all four sessions.
Tue, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Upper Marlboro
Come skate at the library! You can borrow skates or bring your own. Lace up your skates, and let's roll!
Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Come and have fun with author Isha M. Renta as she introduces kids to the exciting world of Bomba music! At this event, Isha will show how the Bomba drum works and share its special story. Kids will also enjoy a reading of "Sofia and Her Bomba Drum," making it a perfect mix of music, stories, and fun for children ages 4-8!
Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Wed, Oct 02, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Prepare for US Citizenship with Solutions in Hometown Connections (SHC)! SHC citizenship classes are designed for people who have their United States Permanent Residency documentation, who entered the US as refugee, asylee, SIV, or VAWA.
Wed, Oct 02, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room,Lecture Hall
Free one-on-one legal services on matters related to housing, landlord/tenant disputes, and tenants' rights -on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible individuals.
Wed, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
South Bowie
Students will sing and dance along to their favorite Broadway shows. Enjoy performing arts activities and improve social skills. Prior acting experience is not required to participate.
Wed, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Learn computer basics with hands-on training in an encouraging environment. Librarians will help participants gain confidence using email, Google and Microsoft programs, the internet, and other applications.
Wed, Oct 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Laurel
Bring your technology questions to the library! Learn how technology can help you in your personal and professional life. Registration is encouraged. Office hours are first come, first served.
Wed, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Wed, Oct 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
South Bowie
Students will sing and dance along to their favorite Broadway shows. Enjoy performing arts activities and improve social skills. Prior acting experience is not required to participate.
Wed, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel
Have you learned ASL and would like some extra practice time? Join our club and practice what you’ve learned in a friendly atmosphere.
Participants should already have a working vocabulary of at least 100 signs before registering.
Wed, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning Spanish and would like to practice the language? This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Bowie - Small Meeting Room (209)
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.
Wed, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning Spanish and would like to practice the language? This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Conference Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hyattsville
Play board games, video games, and have some friendly competition! Bring your own game or play one of ours.
Wed, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Play board games, video games, and have some friendly competition! Bring your own game or play one of ours. Participants can receive community service hours at this program.
Wed, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,
Wed, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Are you learning to speak English? Join our club and practice speaking English in a friendly atmosphere.
¿Estás aprendiendo a hablar inglés? Acompañenos y practica inglés en un ambiente agradable.
Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Go through a brief overview of photography history with the Laurel Historical Society, as they share the basics of preservation for print and digital photographs. Examples will be on display and participants will learn the best practices for caring for their family photos.
Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Are you learning English and would like to practice the language? This class is for Beginner level English language learners ready to learn in person.
¿Estas aprendiendo ingles y te gustaría practicar el idioma? ¡Esta clase es para estudiantes de inglés de nivel principiante listos para aprender en persona!
Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hyattsville
Join the City of Hyattsville, Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights, and the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System in conversation about Heather McGhee's "The Sum of Us"
Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Crochet with others in the community. No prior experience needed. We’ll provide some supplies to get started, but we also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.
Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
Learn how to write horrifying short stories with exciting writing prompts in this writers’ workshop.
All writing levels are welcome.
Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Greenbelt
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Wed, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning French and would like to practice the language? This club is for high beginner to advanced level French language learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 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 will be provided for first-time participants.
Thu, Oct 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Largo-Kettering
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Stories, fingerplays, and songs will be presented in Spanish and English.
Edades 3 a 5. Se presentarán cuentos, actividades de "Fingerplay," y canciones en inglés y español.
Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Oxon Hill
Learn to appreciate art by listening to an interactive story and then creating a craft related to the theme.
Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Explore and have fun with hands-on science or math activities, songs, and games. Join us as we learn about and celebrate fall.
Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
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, Kanopy, and Freegal 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, Oct 03, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 11:15am - 11:45am
Largo-Kettering
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bowie
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Oct 03, 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.
Thu, Oct 03, 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, Kanopy, and Freegal 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, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Thu, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Thu, Oct 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Have fun exploring, crafting, and creating Fall leaves using tissue paper and a stencil.
Thu, Oct 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Thu, Oct 03, 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.
Cancelled
Thu, Oct 03, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
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 minutes.
Fri, Oct 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Laurel
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Fri, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers for early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Fri, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Bring your technology questions to the library! Learn how technology can help you in life, academia, or work. Office hours are first come first served. Please bring laptop/tablet or other device if possible.
Fri, Oct 04, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Take charge of your health at our free blood pressure screening sessions. Led by University of Maryland School of Nursing students, get your blood pressure checked, and bring your medications for a personalized review. Empower yourself with valuable insights to manage your health better. Open to all, join us in prioritizing well-being!
Fri, Oct 04, 11:15am - 11:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Oct 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 20 community families.
Fri, Oct 04, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Greenbelt
Bring your lunch for a learning opportunity where we will discuss important health topics. Each session will provide a short presentation followed by an opportunity for discussion, a 20-minute energetic and low impact seated exercise class, and a 5-minute mindful meditation practice. Perfect for all levels of fitness!
Fri, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie
After school, teens can enjoy video games, crafts, and a variety of other fun activities. Want to know about special events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for all the latest Teen Zone happenings!
Fri, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Fri, Oct 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the Prince George’s County Latino Advisory Board! This event will feature a reading and panel discussion of excerpts from the favorite books of our esteemed board members. Immerse yourself in the rich and diverse literary traditions of the Latino community as our panelists share personal insights and discuss the cultural significance of their selected works.
Sat, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by listening to an interactive story and creating construction paper mola.
Sat, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Stories, fingerplays, and songs will be presented in Spanish and English.
Edades 3 a 5. Se presentarán cuentos, actividades de "Fingerplay," y canciones en inglés y español.
Sat, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Learn to appreciate art by listening to an interactive story and then creating a craft related to the theme.
Sat, Oct 05, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Presented by Kyle's Art for Autism World, Inc, this program aims to spread autism awareness throughout the community while offering a creative and welcoming space for individuals with exceptional needs to express themselves through art.
Sat, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
In this program, teens will use creative writing to learn about leadership skills, build confidence, and develop real-world readiness. They will explore vision leading, job readiness, finance, journaling, and manners.
Sat, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1,Large meeting room 2
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an enchanting journey through the vibrant rhythms and traditions of the Dominican Republic. Larimar Folklore Dominicano showcases captivating folkloric dances that embody the rich cultural tapestry of the Caribbean nation. Join us for an evening filled with music, dance, and the spirit of Dominican folklore.
Sat, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Have fun crafting and creating Alebrijes, colorful Mexican folk art sculptures of fantastical creatures, using air dry clay! Supplies are provided.
Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Teens can participate in creating their own artwork with paint supplies while enjoying non-alcoholic beverages. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we will be looking towards birds of Latin America to create our own artwork and hang it up in our public art display wall. Teens can earn community service hours.
Sat, Oct 05, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
South Bowie
Join us for a celebration of National Arts and Humanities Month featuring a dynamic mix of poetry, African drumming, classical music, visual art by Prince George's County students, and dance. This lively event promises to uplift and inspire attendees of all ages with its blend of creativity and culture.
Sat, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
How much do you know about Hispanic culture? Join our exciting trivia game and test your knowledge of history, music, food, sports, and celebrities. The winner will receive a gift bag filled with PGCMLS swag!