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Upcoming Events
Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Laurel - Conference Room 1
Have a cup of coffee and enjoy conversations focused on relevant and engaging topics. Light refreshments will be provided.
Registration is now closed
Fri, Nov 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Oxon Hill - Small 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 10 community families.
Registration is now closed
Fri, Nov 22, 11:15am - 11:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Registration is now closed
Fri, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
This class will cover the basics of playing the harmonica, and it's use in performing music in the blues tradition. Students will practice several songs using drawing and blowing techniques. Learn how to accompany other musicians and the history of the instrument.
Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
This class will familiarize those who have never played the ukulele with the fretboard. At the end of the class, students will be able to play basic chords and several melodies.
Sat, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Learn and play the strategic card game Magic: The Gathering! We’ll provide cards and teach the basics so newcomers can quickly get into the action. Bring your own cards if you have them, or just come and enjoy the game!
Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Kids aged 5-12 are invited to dive into the exciting world of chess in a fun and supportive environment! Join us to master the basics, sharpen your strategic skills, and enjoy friendly matches with fellow young players.
Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy your afternoon making crafts and learning a new skill. Hands-on learning with step-by-step instructions provided. Learn how to make your own unique Shea Butter.
This event is full
Sat, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Come join us for an afternoon of fun, increase your skills by completing a variety of puzzles. Face off against someone or challenge yourself, improve your memory and have fun!
Mon, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mount Rainier
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Upper Marlboro
Explore and have fun with hands-on science or math activities, songs, and games.
Mon, Nov 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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, Nov 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.
Mon, Nov 25, 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.
Cancelled
Mon, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 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!
Mon, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Come have a fun afternoon creating a pop-up greeting card. Step-by-step hands-on instructions given. All supplies will be provided. Adults only.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Bring your technology inquiries to the library for assistance!
Mon, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Cancelled
Mon, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 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.
Tue, Nov 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Laurel
This session will explain the basic functions of Microsoft Office and how to use Google Drive.
Tue, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Bowie
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. No prior experience needed.
Tue, Nov 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Celebrate Native American Heritage by exploring wonderful storytelling!
Tue, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Cancelled
Tue, Nov 26, 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!
Tue, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
This event is full
Tue, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
How well do you know American history? Test your knowledge of the history, significance, and impact of Thanksgiving and win prizes!
Tue, Nov 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering - Large Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. Ages 6+ are welcome!
Tue, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy your afternoon with this relaxing, stress-relieving activity, featuring Native American imagery including Wampum and Dreamcatcher coloring pages. We'll provide music, coloring pages and supplies. You may bring your own supplies, if you prefer. Be inspired. Let's color together creatively. Adults only.
Tue, Nov 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
Tue, Nov 26, 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Cenaes ofrece clases de Alfabetización en español. Para aprender más sobre la organización visite: https://www.cenaes.org/.
Cenaes offers Spanish literacy classes. To learn more about the organization visit https://www.cenaes.org/
Tue, Nov 26, 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 “Josee, the Tiger and the Fish." Watch the movie, meet people with similar interests, and explore our collection. All levels of fandom are welcome.
Tue, Nov 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Please join us for this look into the important history of libraries.
Tue, Nov 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Virtual Events
Celebrate National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) with a special edition of Writers' Group. Meet the goal of writing a 50,000-word manuscript in 30 days with like-minded writers. All writing levels are welcome.
Tue, Nov 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - Laurel Virtual Events
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, Nov 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Laurel - Conference Room 1
Join a lively discussion! This month we are discussing: "The Thursday Murder Club" by Richard Osman.
Tue, Nov 26, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
New Carrollton
Snuggle in for stories, songs, and fun. Pajamas welcome!
Wed, Nov 27, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 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.
Cancelled
Wed, Nov 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Oxon Hill
A presentation and discussion of the Akan Peoples, Culture, and Language focusing on the Fante Language which is the mother tongue of the program leader, Kofi.
Fri, Nov 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Nov 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Nov 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Nov 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Learn to appreciate art by listening to an interactive story and then creating a craft related to the theme.
Sat, Nov 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Nov 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
We invite you to engage in an important conversation about local progress in achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. Join us for meaningful civic engagement, as we come together to assess, strategize, and move toward a more equitable Bowie for all. Your input is invaluable in shaping the future of our city.
Mon, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mount Rainier
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 02, 11:30am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 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.
Mon, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Mount Rainier
Looking for a job? Preparing for an interview? Need help filling out an application? Find answers to your questions and receive assistance from library staff.
Mon, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 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, Dec 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!
Mon, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Spauldings - Group Study Room 1
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, Dec 02, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Laurel
Create 3D printed shapes and models using Tinkercad. Come create keychains on Tinkercad. Teens can earn community service hours.
Mon, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering
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.
Mon, Dec 02, 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.
This session: Put on your ugliest sweater and join us for a night of board games and video games!
Mon, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
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, Dec 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.
This event is full
Tue, Dec 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!
Tue, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 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, Dec 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, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
Tue, Dec 03, 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!
Tue, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Tue, Dec 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg
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.
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Dec 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! Ages 13 and up.
In this program, the University of Maryland's African American Digital & Experimental Humanities research unit will teach you creative hardware design! You’ll design hydration monitors while learning about minimal physical computing.
Tue, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
This event is full
Tue, Dec 03, 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Cenaes ofrece clases de Alfabetización en español. Para aprender más sobre la organización visite: https://www.cenaes.org/.
Cenaes offers Spanish literacy classes. To learn more about the organization visit https://www.cenaes.org/
Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
In this workshop, you will get a comprehensive introduction to the IT Industry and CompTIA Tech+ certification. Gain the knowledge and insights needed to determine if a career in IT is right for you.
Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro
Have fun crafting and creating fun winter time crafts! We'll be making and painting ornaments. Supplies limited!
Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
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, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel - Conference Room 1
Come enjoy an evening of coloring landscape pictures
Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Create your own acrylic painting of a winter landscape while enjoying non-alcoholic beverages. Supplies will be provided.
Tue, Dec 03, 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"
Tue, Dec 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, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Have you always wanted to learn Spanish? The Beginners Spanish Club is for you! Join our club and learn basic Spanish vocabulary and phrases in a friendly atmosphere. Led by a native Spanish speaker, you will start from the beginning. Prior knowledge of Spanish is preferred but is not necessary.
Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
New Carrollton
Snuggle in for stories, songs, and fun. Pajamas welcome!
Wed, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 04, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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, Dec 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!
Wed, Dec 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Greenbelt
Explore the Tugwell Collection with Community Archives seminar students featuring highlights and tours of the Tugwell Collection. Light refreshments will be provided.
This program is presented in collaboration with University of Maryland College of Information (INFO) and Center for Archival Futures (CAFe). Refreshments for this program are provided by the Friends of the Greenbelt Library.
Wed, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Oxon Hill
A presentation and discussion of the Akan Peoples, Culture, and Language focusing on the Fante Language which is the mother tongue of the program leader, Kofi.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
Learn the basics of crochet and make something new. No experience needed. Materials will be provided.
Wed, Dec 04, 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, Dec 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, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
Wed, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Dec 04, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 2
We're excited to have you join us for a night of family fun and creativity. Get ready for an exciting journey where we'll play, learn, and create together during our family game night extravaganza!
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 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.
This event is full
Wed, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Wed, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Learn and play board games and card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours!
Wed, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Largo-Kettering
Bring your own device and drop in to this workforce session and gain assistance with filing job applications, resume building tools, and training resources.
Wed, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
This yoga class is perfect for parents looking to relax and recharge. Enjoy mindful movement and deep breathing in a peaceful environment. While we don’t offer childcare, the class is designed to help you feel more balanced and energized. Please bring a mat and blocks if you have them. All levels are welcome.
Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
The Bladensburg Social Equity Commons is partnering with C&J Migrant Solutions to provide a series of in-depth workshops on the naturalization process. From eligibility to preparing Form N-400 to the USCIS interview, each week's workshop offers detailed information on a different step involved in becoming a US citizen.
Wed, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on building challenges.
Wed, Dec 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 also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 04, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
An afternoon of [crocheting, knitting, or quilting]. All ages are welcome.
Thu, Dec 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 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, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Celebrate Dolly Parton's Imagination Library sending one million books to children through our county's Books from Birth Program! Enjoy stories and play a family friendly game of bingo with a fun theme!
Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Spauldings
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 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, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bowie
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Oxon Hill
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 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, Dec 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, Dec 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, Dec 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, Dec 05, 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 winter season and build plastic candy cane structures!
Thu, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Bowie - Small Meeting Room (209)
Come play a variety of board games with us!
Thu, Dec 05, 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, Dec 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, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Use your creativity to make a festive frame for your seasonal pictures. Supplies will be provided.
Thu, Dec 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.
Thu, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Laurel
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Fri, Dec 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Dec 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, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Dec 06, 11:15am - 11:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Dec 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 12 community families.
Fri, Dec 06, 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, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy your afternoon making seasonal door wreaths that you can keep or give to someone special! Hands-on learning with step by step instructions provided.
Fri, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Have fun crafting and creating small lanterns with jars and tissue paper. Supplies are provided.
Fri, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
This class will cover the basics of playing the harmonica, and it's use in performing music in the blues tradition. Students will practice several songs using drawing and blowing techniques. Learn how to accompany other musicians and the history of the instrument.
Sat, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Laurel
Celebrate the vibrant writing community in Prince George's County by meeting our talented local authors. Books will be available for sale by authors. Only electronic payments will be accepted. PGCMLS are not liable for any transactions.
Sat, Dec 07, 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, Dec 07, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Need a photo of your family to share with friends or put on a greeting card? Register by calling Ask A Librarian at (240) 455-5451 and ask to get connected to the Surratts-Clinton Branch Library. 20 minute appointments are available. We'll provide backdrops and props, but you are welcome to bring your own!
Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Glenarden
Play, socialize and join us for a Playday themed puppet show. Rain or shine, it will be a good time!
Sat, Dec 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
This class will familiarize those who have never played the ukulele with the fretboard. At the end of the class, students will be able to play basic chords and several melodies.
Sat, Dec 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate the winter season. You will be able to create your own clay snowman, ugly holiday sweater ornament, and gingerbread house picture frame! All materials will be provided.
Sat, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Sat, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Create thoughtful, hand-made gifts for your loved ones! Supplies are provided for a variety of crafts for all ages.
Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
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.
Mon, Dec 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, Dec 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, Dec 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mount Rainier
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 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, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Upper Marlboro
Explore and have fun with hands-on science or math activities, songs, and games.
Mon, Dec 09, 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, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Mount Rainier
Looking for a job? Preparing for an interview? Need help filling out an application? Find answers to your questions and receive assistance from library staff.
Mon, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Branch
The Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights and the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System invite you to join them in celebrating 76 years of human rights! Panelists, leaders in local, national, and international human rights spaces, will discuss the human rights progress that’s been made and the work still left to do.
Mon, Dec 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, Dec 09, 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!
Mon, Dec 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! X-box games will be available to play. Teens can earn community service hours.
Mon, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Mon, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering
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.
Mon, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Test your knowledge of Prince George's County with trivia. Topics will include local politics, transportation, the library system, and more.
Mon, Dec 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, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
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.
Mon, Dec 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
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, Dec 09, 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.
Tue, Dec 10, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Take the pressure off and de-stress while creating winter themed art. Craft supplies and light refreshments will be available 12pm to 8pm.
Tue, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Oxon Hill
Join a lively discussion! This month we are discussing "Mad Honey" by Jodie Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boyken.
Tue, Dec 10, 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, Dec 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Dec 10, 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, Dec 10, 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, Dec 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, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
Tue, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Learn how the 3D printing process works! Design and create your own cookie cutters by using online software like Tinkercad and your imagination.
Tue, Dec 10, 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!
Tue, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Get creative! Come have fun designing your own keychain with fuse beads.
Tue, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Tue, Dec 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! Ages 13 and up.
Tue, Dec 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.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering - Large Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. Ages 6+ are welcome!
Tue, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
Tue, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Enjoy a family friendly movie.
Tue, Dec 10, 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Cenaes ofrece clases de Alfabetización en español. Para aprender más sobre la organización visite: https://www.cenaes.org/.
Cenaes offers Spanish literacy classes. To learn more about the organization visit https://www.cenaes.org/
Tue, Dec 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, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Laurel
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Dec 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 the Manga and Anime Club for discussions, activities, trailer screenings, and Japanese culture. All levels of fandom welcome.
Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Enjoy making ugly sweaters. Hands-on learning with step-by-step instructions provided. Please bring your own sweater/sweatshirt to decorate.
Tue, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Have you always wanted to learn Spanish? The Beginners Spanish Club is for you! Join our club and learn basic Spanish vocabulary and phrases in a friendly atmosphere. Led by a native Spanish speaker, you will start from the beginning. Prior knowledge of Spanish is preferred but is not necessary.
Tue, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - Laurel Virtual Events
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, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Virtual Events
Congratulations on completing the National Novel Writing Month challenge of writing a 50,000-word novel in 30 days! Now what? Join the PGCMLS Writers’ Group as we revise and edit the first draft of our novels to get one step closer to a finished and publishable product. All writing levels are welcome.
Tue, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
New Carrollton
Snuggle in for stories, songs, and fun. Pajamas welcome!
Wed, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall,Small Meeting Room
Come enjoy a cup of coffee and watch the movie "A Warm December" featuring Sydney Poitier and Ester Anderson in this engaging and heart warming movie.
Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
"A silent film star falls for a chorus girl just as he and his delusional jealous screen partner are trying to make the difficult transition to talking pictures in 1920s Hollywood."
—From IMDb.
"'Singin’ in the Rain' is a transcendent experience, and no one who loves movies can afford to miss it."
—Roger Ebert
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 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.
Wed, Dec 11, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Oxon Hill
A presentation and discussion of the Akan Peoples, Culture, and Language focusing on the Fante Language which is the mother tongue of the program leader, Kofi.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bowie - Conference 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, Dec 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, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Have fun crafting and creating winter themed items! Supplies are provided.
Wed, Dec 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Do you need to earn community service hours? Come make a difference in your community, gain friends from around the area, and make your voice heard in your public library! Ages 13 and up.
Limited to the first 20 teens to arrive.
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Hillcrest Heights
Get ready to activate your icy powers as you enjoy the family friendly movie entitled Frozen!
Wed, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Have fun creating unique and vibrant snowflakes using art supplies! All supplies included.
Wed, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Largo-Kettering
Bring your own device and drop in to this workforce session and gain assistance with filing job applications, resume building tools, and training resources.
Wed, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Enjoy hot cocoa and a family-friendly movie to kick off the winter season!
Wed, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
The Bladensburg Social Equity Commons is partnering with C&J Migrant Solutions to provide a series of in-depth workshops on the naturalization process. From eligibility to preparing Form N-400 to the USCIS interview, each week's workshop offers detailed information on a different step involved in becoming a US citizen.
Wed, Dec 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.
Wed, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel
Celebrate Dolly Parton's Imagination Library sending one million books to children through our county's Books from Birth Program! We will read some of the books that Dolly sends out! Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more! This program is held in Meeting Room B.
Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
An afternoon of [crocheting, knitting, or quilting]. All ages are welcome.
Thu, Dec 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 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, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Largo-Kettering
Work with others to find clues and use STEM principles to solve puzzles.
Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:45am
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
In this puppet show, seven different animals seek shelter from the winter snow in a large hollow stump. The cuddly puppets will enchant children as poems and songs reveal each animal's characteristics. As more animals find their way into the stump, the space inside becomes snugger, and the melodies of their songs blend in a magical harmony.
Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton
Play and socialize. Rain or shine, it will be a good time!
Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bowie
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
Oxon Hill
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 12, 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, Dec 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, Dec 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, Dec 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, Dec 12, 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, Dec 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, Dec 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.
Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Thu, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Laurel
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Laurel
Have a cup of coffee and enjoy conversations focused on relevant and engaging topics. Light refreshments will be provided.
Fri, Dec 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Dec 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, Dec 13, 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, Dec 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Dec 13, 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, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Dress in your favorite Era for an afternoon of music, dancing, trivia, and friendship bracelets! Fun for all ages!
Fri, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Crochet with others in the community. We’ll provide some supplies to get started, but we also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.
Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 3:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
This informative workshop is designed to provide you with valuable insights and opportunities to enroll in health insurance. Prince George's County Health Connect will guide you through the process, offering comprehensive information on Medicaid and health plans. Health insurance enrollment will take place at this event.
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
You are invited to experience Baden Library’s first ever, life-sized, interactive version of Candyland! The game board will wind throughout the Baden Library, and visitors will traverse such places as Peppermint Forest and Gingerbread Meadows. Just don’t get lost in the Gumdrop Mountains or get stuck in Licorice Swamp! Drop in anytime between 11am and 3pm to experience the fun.
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Please join the Friends of the Largo-Kettering Library for their annual winter book sale!
Sat, Dec 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Glenarden - Small 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, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Plus-Plus is a unique construction toy with one shape and endless possibilities! Use Plus-Plus pieces to build a variety of structures and shapes.
Sat, Dec 14, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Oxon Hill
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community? Come play a variety of games and have some friendly competition! Bring your own game or play one of ours! Cards, puzzles, board games and hopscotch. Wear your ugly sweater and possibly win a prize!
Sat, Dec 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.
Mon, Dec 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, Dec 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, Dec 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mount Rainier
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 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, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Dec 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Mount Rainier
Looking for a job? Preparing for an interview? Need help filling out an application? Find answers to your questions and receive assistance from library staff.
Mon, Dec 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Discuss a true crime book. This month we are discussing, "At Any Cost: A Father's Betrayal, a Wife's Murder, and a Ten-Year War for Justice" by Rebecca Rosenberg.
Mon, Dec 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, Dec 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, Dec 16, 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!
Mon, Dec 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.
Mon, Dec 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
New to using computers? Do you need a refresher? This beginner's course for adults will introduce you to some basic computer terminology and lead you through practice activities to help you develop your digital literacy skills. Most importantly, you will gain the confidence you need to make effective use of your computer. Join us in a 4-day course where participants will be able to:
This event is full
Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering
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.
Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating with hands-on experiments and activities. Supplies are provided.
Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden
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.
This session: Express yourself through button-making! Supplies will be provided for you to make buttons for yourself or to give as a gift.
Mon, Dec 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, Dec 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, Dec 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
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, Dec 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.
This event is full
Tue, Dec 17, 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, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Bowie
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. No prior experience needed.
Tue, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
New to using computers? Do you need a refresher? This beginner's course for adults will introduce you to some basic computer terminology and lead you through practice activities to help you develop your digital literacy skills. Most importantly, you will gain the confidence you need to make effective use of your computer. Join us in a 4-day course where participants will be able to:
This event is full
Tue, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Dec 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, Dec 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, Dec 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, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
Tue, Dec 17, 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!
Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Tue, Dec 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! Ages 13 and up.
Tue, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Become a scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science activities using pocket sized robots, and learn basic programming concepts.
Tue, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
Tue, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Have fun crafting and creating winter themed items! Supplies are provided.
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height 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, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Get ready for the new year by letting go of the negatives from this one. Craft your own "Letting Go" plate and at the end of the program, let it all go and get rid of them. Supplies will be provided.
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Have fun crafting snowflakes and wreaths out of pipe cleaners! Supplies are provided.
Tue, Dec 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, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
Join a lively discussion! This month we are discussing "Temple Folk" by Aaliyah Bilal.
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Have you always wanted to learn Spanish? The Beginners Spanish Club is for you! Join our club and learn basic Spanish vocabulary and phrases in a friendly atmosphere. Led by a native Spanish speaker, you will start from the beginning. Prior knowledge of Spanish is preferred but is not necessary.
Tue, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
New Carrollton
Snuggle in for stories, songs, and fun. Pajamas welcome!
Wed, Dec 18, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 18, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
New to using computers? Do you need a refresher? This beginner's course for adults will introduce you to some basic computer terminology and lead you through practice activities to help you develop your digital literacy skills. Most importantly, you will gain the confidence you need to make effective use of your computer. Join us in a 4-day course where participants will be able to:
This event is full
Wed, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
Enjoy your afternoon making a crochet scunchie. Materials will be provided.
Wed, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Welcome the Winter with a festive storytime for the whole family. Join us as we celebrate Winter, Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa in stories, songs and crafts. Refreshments will be served.
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
This program is designed for children ages 2-3 with language delays and their caregivers. Parents will gain a better understanding of how children develop language and strategies they can use to promote their child’s language development in natural, everyday situations. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 4 community families.
Wed, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,
Wed, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Learn and play board games and card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours!
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
The Bladensburg Social Equity Commons is partnering with C&J Migrant Solutions to provide a series of in-depth workshops on the naturalization process. From eligibility to preparing Form N-400 to the USCIS interview, each week's workshop offers detailed information on a different step involved in becoming a US citizen.
Wed, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Enjoy a movie together: Kermit the Frog, The Great Gonzo, and Fozzie Bear are reporters who travel to Britain to interview a rich victim of jewel thieves and help her along with her secretary, Miss Piggy. Hot chocolate provided; sing along optional.
Wed, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
An afternoon of [crocheting, knitting, or quilting]. All ages are welcome.
Thu, Dec 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 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, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Largo-Kettering
Bust a move and shake your sillies out during our dance party. Bring your parents or caregivers and prepare to boogie and bop until we all drop!
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Spauldings
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 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, Dec 19, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bowie
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 19, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Dec 19, 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, Dec 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, Dec 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, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
New to using computers? Do you need a refresher? This beginner's course for adults will introduce you to some basic computer terminology and lead you through practice activities to help you develop your digital literacy skills. Most importantly, you will gain the confidence you need to make effective use of your computer. Join us in a 4-day course where participants will be able to:
This event is full
Thu, Dec 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, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Bowie
Join us for a fun celebration of winter holidays. Hear stories about Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. Crafts and activities related to the theme to follow. All are welcome to share and learn!
Thu, Dec 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, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Let's build a paper reindeer and make it fly! Will yours go the fastest? Supplies will be provided.
Thu, Dec 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Laurel
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Thu, Dec 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Branch
The Social Security Administration provides protection for workers and their families.
Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Branch
Administración del Seguro Social provee protección para los trabajadores y sus familias.
Fri, Dec 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Dec 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, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Dec 20, 11:00am - 2:00pm
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, Dec 20, 11:15am - 11:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, Dec 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
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, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton
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. Caregivers can sign up their child at the Information Desk beginning two weeks before the event.
Sat, Dec 21, 2:30pm - 4:15pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy a family friendly movie.
Mon, Dec 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.
Fri, Dec 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Laurel
Have a cup of coffee and enjoy conversations focused on relevant and engaging topics. Light refreshments will be provided.