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Wed, Mar 18, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt - Program Room
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Mar 18, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an energizing Quick Sweat Zumba dance class led by a certified instructor! Enjoy lively music and simple, easy-to-follow moves that get you moving, lift your spirits, and help burn calories. Adults with developmental disabilities are warmly welcome!
Registration is now closed
Wed, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Enjoy an afternoon coffee and a classic: "Adam's Rib." Academy Award winners Spencer Tracy and Katharine Hepburn star as a husband-and-wife team of attorneys representing opposite sides of a case in this classic comedy directed by George Cukor.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Get comfortable with the fundamentals of computer use! Through hands-on experience, you'll build essential skills each week and gain confidence navigating the digital world.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Solutions in Hometown Connections (SHC) English classes focus on literacy, letters, and sounds for adult learners. Registration encouraged but not required. Anyone is welcome to join as long as space allows.
https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8162779/SHC-Class-Inquiry
Wed, Mar 18, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
South Bowie
Get ready to move, groove, and shine! Positively Moving combines dance, theatre, and music to help you express your best self. This energetic class continues the Broadway Song and Dance tradition by supporting creativity, connection, and self-expression through movement and performance basics.
Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, unwind with video games, crafts, and plenty of other fun activities! Curious about upcoming events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for the latest Teen Zone updates! For ages 13+
Wed, Mar 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.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Mar 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Have you been wishing to learn Spanish but have not yet begun your learning journey? Start gaining Spanish skills in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere! Connect with others who share your interest in Spanish. This preparation session is for people who have little to no experience with the Spanish language.
Wed, Mar 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Build, create, and explore with legos! With plenty of pieces and endless possibilities, kids can let their imaginations take the lead in this freestyle building session.
Wed, Mar 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
South Bowie
Get ready to move, groove, and shine! Positively Moving combines dance, theatre, and music to help you express your best self. This energetic class continues the Broadway Song and Dance tradition by supporting creativity, connection, and self-expression through movement and performance basics.
Wed, Mar 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Build, create, and explore with legos! With plenty of pieces and endless possibilities, kids can let their imaginations take the lead in this freestyle building session.
Wed, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Spauldings - Conference Room
Connect with others in your community who share your love for needlecraft! Bring your current project or learn to crochet while exchanging tips, ideas, and conversation. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Learning to speak Spanish? Enhance your Spanish skills in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in Spanish. This club is for beginner level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel - Conference Room 1
Learning ASL? Enhance your ASL skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in ASL. Once registered you will receive a reminder email.
Wed, Mar 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Wed, Mar 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Gear up for an exciting time filled with friendly competition! Bring your favorite game or enjoy one from our collection—there’s something for everyone! Participants can receive community service hours at this program. Teens Only.
Wed, Mar 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
South Bowie - Computer Lab
Explore the art of crocheting in this hands-on workshop. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is the perfect place to learn and get creative.
Wed, Mar 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Learning to speak Spanish? Enhance your Spanish skills in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in Spanish. 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, Mar 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Connect with others in your community who share your love for needlecraft! Bring your current project and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while exchanging tips, ideas, and conversation.
Wed, Mar 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
After school, unwind with video games, crafts, and plenty of other fun activities! Curious about upcoming events? Just ask a Oxon Hill staff member for the latest Teen Zone updates! For ages 13+
Wed, Mar 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
New Carrollton
Connect with others in your community who share your love for needlecraft! Bring your current project and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while exchanging tips, ideas, and conversation.
Wed, Mar 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
MakeSmartCool helps young readers build strong language and literacy skills. In this program, kids ages six and up dive into awesome books and grow their reading skills with games and fun activities. With exciting stories and hands-on learning, kids will gain confidence and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Have fun painting an outer space scene and learning about famous female astronauts!
Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Explore the art of crocheting in this hands-on workshop. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is the perfect place to learn and get creative.
Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville - Art Room
Get the support you need with homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. This is a great opportunity to boost your skills and gain confidence in your abilities. This program is especially useful for English Language Learner students but all are welcome.
Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Are you learning to speak English? Enhance your English skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in learning English. Once registered you will receive a reminder email.
Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Come learn about how to use the Library's online resources to do your research for Women's History Month!
Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Are you starting your journey to learn English? This class is designed for beginner-level learners who want to practice and improve their skills. Registration is required, and details on how to connect virtually will be provided later.
Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Get your body moving and have fun at the library! Join us for line dancing and spend an enjoyable hour learning steps with line dancing instructor Dot Hicks. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned dancer, men and women are welcome to enjoy this lively session as a great way to get moving and meet new friends! Attendees are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated.
This event is full
Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Virtual Events
Join a thoughtful conversation about "Circe” by Madeline Miller. Share your insights, hear different perspectives, and connect with fellow readers.
Wed, Mar 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning French and would like to practice the language? This club is for high beginner to advanced level French language learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Mar 18, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.