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Kids
Events for Kids
Fri, Jul 26, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Jul 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Registration is now closed
Sat, Jul 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Dive into the fascinating world of waves, light, and sound with the Science Guys of Baltimore! Join us as we uncover the secrets of the color spectrum, learn how sound travels, and explore the wonders of light manipulation. Put on your special glasses to witness mesmerizing rainbows and delve into the science of sound waves, amplitude, wavelength, and frequency.
Sat, Jul 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Dive into the fascinating world of waves, light, and sound with the Science Guys of Baltimore! Join us as we uncover the secrets of the color spectrum, learn how sound travels, and explore the wonders of light manipulation. Put on your special glasses to witness mesmerizing rainbows and delve into the science of sound waves, amplitude, wavelength, and frequency.
Sat, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
This interactive program is designed to assist players in creating their own unique characters for the iconic tabletop role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons (D&D). Players can select from a variety of races, classes, abilities, skills, and equipment to customize their character to fit their desired playstyle and narrative.
Mon, Jul 29, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Study Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Jul 30, 9:00am - 10:00am
Pop-Up Locations
Get hands-on experience caring for and maintaining a container garden by joining Mount Rainier library staff at the Mount Rainier Elementary School vegetable garden. We will meet weekly during the summer to plant, weed, water, and harvest vegetables and learn gardening tips from experts. All ages are welcome and participants are encouraged to keep the vegetables they harvest.
Tue, Jul 30, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Study Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Upper Marlboro
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:45pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Enjoy a family friendly movie.
Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy a family friendly movie. The Anti-Monitor, the Monitor's evil counterpart, is released into the DC Multiverse and begins to destroy the different Earths that compose it. The Monitor attempts to recruit heroes from across the Multiverse to fight back. -IMDB Rated PG-13.
Tue, Jul 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Join us outside on the terrace for chalk art, soap bubbles, and other fun!
Tue, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Wed, Jul 31, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Study Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Enjoy a family friendly movie along with an easy craft.
July 3: "Lilo & Stitch"
July 10: "UP"
July 17: "The Princess & the Frog"
July 24: "The Bad Guys"
July 31: "Moana"
Wed, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Jul 31, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Mount Rainier
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Disfruten creando construcciones maravillosas con nuestros Legos y dejen volar su imaginación.
Wed, Jul 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Have fun crafting and creating! Join us as we use plants to make unique prints! Supplies are provided.
Wed, Jul 31, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Join us for Needlework Social where you can bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Wed, Jul 31, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Experience the story of how the world's greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today.
Wed, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Explore Computational Thinking and the Design Process with WETA. Using the popular PBS Kids show, "Work It Out Wombats!", families will imagine, build, and create together! Ages 4–8 with adults.
Thu, Aug 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Largo-Kettering - Large Meeting Room
Embark on an exciting safari adventure where we'll journey through different animal habitats! From dense forests to vast deserts, we'll explore it all. Don't forget to dress the part and bring your safari gear for the ultimate adventure!
Thu, Aug 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Learn basic American Sign Language as we go on a signing adventure through stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family! Presented by Kathy MacMillan, author of the "Little Hands Signing" series and "Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together".
Thu, Aug 01, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Study Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Embark on an exciting safari adventure where we'll journey through different animal habitats! From dense forests to vast deserts, we'll explore it all. Don't forget to dress the part and bring your safari gear for the ultimate adventure!
Thu, Aug 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Embark on an exciting safari adventure where we'll journey through different animal habitats! From dense forests to vast deserts, we'll explore it all. Don't forget to dress the part and bring your safari gear for the ultimate adventure!
Thu, Aug 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden
Listen to favorite stories read aloud and do related activities and games.
Thu, Aug 01, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Laurel
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for 10 minutes.
Fri, Aug 02, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Aug 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Aug 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Aug 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Aug 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Aug 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Aug 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Sat, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Have fun crafting and creating wooden door hangers during this activity. Supplies are provided so register to secure your spot.
Sat, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Come 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, Aug 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Step into the world of invention with this USPTO program inspired by "Abby Invents Unbreakable Crayons"! Join us for stories, discussions about kid inventors, and artsy activities. Let's explore creativity and become young inventors together!
Mon, Aug 05, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Study Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Mon, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Have fun crafting and creating a bird feeder using recycled materials.
Mon, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Aug 06, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Unleash your inner superhero as we meet some of the animal kingdom's very own superheroes! Explore how animals are portrayed as heroes in movies, cartoons, and literature, and discover their incredible real-life superpowers. You just might find your new favorite superhero animal!
Tue, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Study Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Spauldings - Conference Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Tue, Aug 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Learn the basics of tabletop role playing games like Dungeons and Dragons while decorating your own twenty-sided die. Supplies are provided.
Tue, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Unleash your inner superhero as we meet some of the animal kingdom's very own superheroes! Explore how animals are portrayed as heroes in movies, cartoons, and literature, and discover their incredible real-life superpowers. You just might find your new favorite superhero animal!
Tue, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Disfruten creando construcciones maravillosas con nuestros Legos y dejen volar su imaginación.
Tue, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
A fun filled afternoon of music and dancing!
Tue, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Unleash your inner superhero as we meet some of the animal kingdom's very own superheroes! Explore how animals are portrayed as heroes in movies, cartoons, and literature, and discover their incredible real-life superpowers. You just might find your new favorite superhero animal!
Tue, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Wed, Aug 07, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Wed, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Enjoy a family friendly movie along with an easy craft.
Wed, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Disfruten creando construcciones maravillosas con nuestros Legos y dejen volar su imaginación.
Wed, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Aug 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Join us for Needlework Social where you can bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Wed, Aug 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Largo-Kettering
Have fun as we explore and learn a few simple, fundamental skills important for survival in the great outdoors.
Thu, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Step into the world of invention with this USPTO program inspired by "Abby Invents Unbreakable Crayons"! Join us for stories, discussions about kid inventors, and artsy activities. Let's explore creativity and become young inventors together!
Thu, Aug 08, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Study Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Thu, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Learn how to read coordinate maps and use one to find the treasure! Become a scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science activities using basic scientific principles.
Ages 8–12.
Thu, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Listen to favorite stories read aloud and do related activities and games.
Thu, Aug 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Want to be a Pokémon master? Do you like comics, cartoons, and crafts? Join fellow fans each month as we try to catch’em all, try new series, and enjoy animated worlds.
Thu, Aug 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Fri, Aug 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Receive a free lunch at one of these library branches:
Beltsville, Bladensburg, Fairmount Heights, Glenarden, Hillcrest Heights, Hyattsville, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Spauldings, and Surratts–Clinton.
Open to children up to age 18 while supplies last.
Fri, Aug 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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.
Sat, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Have fun crafting and creating bookmarks with watercolor paints! Supplies are provided.
Sat, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Have fun crafting and creating! Use flowers, leaves, and other natural materials to make colorful prints.
Mon, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Adventure begins at your library this summer! Enjoy a family friendly movie showing of Jumanji with Summer Prince George’s! Closed Captioning will be available for each movie showing in the series, and Spanish Closed Captioning will be available upon request.
Mon, Aug 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Adventure begins at your library with Summer Prince George’s! Have fun crafting and creating a fire breathing dragon at the library this summer! Supplies are provided.
¡La aventura comienza en la biblioteca este verano con Summer Prince George’s! ¡Diviértete creando un dragón que escupe fuego en la biblioteca este verano! Se proporcionan suministros.
Mon, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Aug 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Join us for an Hour of Code creating poem art! Learn to animate a poem with beginner friendly coding blocks! For ages 11 and up.
Tue, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Become a scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science activities using basic scientific principles.
Acompáñenos a explorar la ciencia, la tecnología, la ingeniería y las matemática.
Ages 8–12.
Tue, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Come join us for an hour of afternoon crafting. Make and take home a seashell necklace and enjoy a showing of Disney’s "The Little Mermaid" (2023).
Tue, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy an adventure movie for all ages!
Following the movie, an "Up" inspired take home craft will be given out.
Tue, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Adventure begins at your library this summer! Play board games (or just "games") at the library for Summer Prince George’s! Bring one of your own or play one of ours!
Wed, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Marlboro
Learn to skate with Skate Instruction LLC! You can borrow skates and protective gear or bring your own. The class will cover the proper use of protective gear, falling safety and prevention, basic stride, turning, and stopping. Lace up your skates, and let's roll!
Wed, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Upper Marlboro
Learn to skate with Skate Instruction LLC! You can borrow skates and protective gear or bring your own. The class will cover the proper use of protective gear, falling safety and prevention, basic stride, turning, and stopping. Lace up your skates, and let's roll!
Wed, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Have fun crafting and creating your own air terrarium! Supplies provided.
Wed, Aug 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Join us for Needlework Social where you can bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Wed, Aug 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Sing along with Poppy, Branch, Viva and Tiny Diamond and the BroZone gang.
Wed, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Glenarden
Bust a move and shake your sillies out. Bring your parents or caregivers and prepare to boogie and bop until we all drop!
Wed, Aug 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Join us as we learn about the 3D printing process. Get creative and learn by doing to develop new skills. Spaces are limited. Register to secure your spot.
This event is full
Thu, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Play and socialize. Rain or shine, it will be a good time!
Thu, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Step into the world of invention with this USPTO program inspired by "Abby Invents Unbreakable Crayons"! Join us for stories, discussions about kid inventors, and artsy activities. Let's explore creativity and become young inventors together!
Thu, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Oxon Hill
Family fun water games and activities.
Thu, Aug 15, 2:30pm - 4:15pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Enjoy a family friendly movie.
Thu, Aug 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Wrap up your summer adventure with stories of adventure, crafts and activities
Thu, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Become a scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science activities using basic scientific principles.
Acompáñenos a explorar la ciencia, la tecnología, la ingeniería y las matemática.
Ages 8–12.
Thu, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Thu, Aug 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg
Explore science, technology, engineering and math from the Middle Ages. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities as we make model parachutes and investigate physics concepts.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Thu, Aug 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Glenarden
Listen to favorite stories read aloud and do related activities and games.
Fri, Aug 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Aug 17, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Glenarden
Get ready for the new school year with a brand new backpack thanks to GrindHardDreamBig! Backpacks will be given out while supplies last. Each child must be present to receive one backpack. Limit one backpack per child.
Sat, Aug 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Build a model space station using structural engineering, Green Design, and Restorative
Design practices. Learn about circuits and solar energy while using the engineering process to redesign a room for a school.
Register to secure a spot. Ages 8–15.
Mon, Aug 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
School is in and the library is your destination for great learning resources. Come for reading tips, STEM activities, demonstrations and much more! Meet other homeschool families and find out about events the library has that can supplement your learning.
Mon, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Learn to skate with Skate Instruction LLC! You can borrow skates and protective gear or bring your own. The class will cover the proper use of protective gear, falling safety and prevention, basic stride, turning and stopping. Lace up your skates, and let's roll!
Mon, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating with hands-on experiments and activities. Supplies are provided.
Mon, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Have fun crafting and creating! Learn how to tie-dye a drawstring bag. Supplies are provided.
Mon, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Mon, Aug 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Have fun crafting and creating! Supplies are provided.
Tue, Aug 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden
In this intermediate footwork class, you will learn how to improve your skating technique and add flair to your moves. Borrow skates and protective gear, or bring your own.
Lace up your skates, and let's roll!
Tue, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Come play a variety of board games with us!
¡Vengan a jugar con una gran variedad de juegos de mesa!
Tue, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Become a scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science activities using basic scientific principles. Cubelets are robotic blocks that can be connected in different configurations to perform different behaviors including driving around on a tabletop or responding to light, sound, and temperature.
Acompáñenos a explorar la ciencia, la tecnología, la ingeniería y las matemática.
Ages 8–12.
Tue, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Here there be dragons! Have fun exploring, crafting and creating your own fantasy world map. Supplies are provided.
Wed, Aug 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Disfruten creando construcciones maravillosas con nuestros Legos y dejen volar su imaginación.
Wed, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Aug 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Join us for Needlework Social where you can bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
Wed, Aug 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Have fun crafting and creating a coral reef from a shoebox! Supplies are provided and limited.
Wed, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Come join us and enjoy an evening of video games using the Nintendo Switch system.
Wed, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Fri, Aug 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Aug 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mount Rainier
Become a scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science activities using basic scientific principles and build electric circuits with step-by step instructions.
Acompáñenos a explorar la ciencia, la tecnología, la ingeniería y las matemática.
Ages 8–12.
Sat, Aug 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Come and enjoy the voices of ten poets representing diverse interests, ethnicities, and generations as they share their literary journeys and original poetry accompanied by the soothing rhythms of Djembe drummer, Kevin Arnold. Kimeko Robinson will also share a captivating visual art exhibit.
Sat, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Have fun crafting and creating! Supplies are provided.
Kids Achieve Club
The mission of the Kids Achieve Club (KAC) program is to provide academic support through homework assistance and reading practice for English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) students in grades 1-6. The program was created to support the unique needs of English Learners to foster a love of reading and to provide academic support. Although KAC was created to align with the needs and to engage English Learners, it is an inclusive program. Children of all backgrounds and ethnicities are invited to participate.
Take a look at our foundation booklet titled Kids Achieve Club Reading Activities by Dr. Dawn Jacobs Martin Ph.D. This booklet is filled with reading strategies integrated with the Five Pillars of Literacy, making it the perfect resource and guide for mentors, parents, and caregivers.
If you would like to learn more about early literacy, or if you have children the age of 5 and under, please visit our Early Literacy page for more information.
La misión del programa Kids Achieve Club (KAC) es proveer apoyo académico y asistencia en las tareas y practicar la lectura para estudiantes de inglés como segundo idioma en los grados 1° - 6°. El programa fue creado específicamente para proveer un servicio de las necesidades de estudiantes que están aprendiendo el inglés o que el inglés es su segundo idioma para fomentar un amor a la lectura y proveer apoyo académico. Aunque el programa KAC fue creado para alinearse con las necesidades e involucrar a estudiantes de inglés como segundo idioma es un programa inclusivo. Niños de todo origen y etnicidad son bienvenidos a participar.
con un folleto que se titula, Actividades de Leer, por Dra. Dawn Jacobs Martin, Ph.D. Este folleto está lleno de las estrategias de lectura que integran los “cinco pilares de alfabetización.” El libro es un recurso para tutores, padres, y las personas encargadas del cuidado del niño.
Si quiere aprender más sobre la alfabetización temprana, o si tiene niños de los años 5 y menos, por favor visite nuestra página web Alfabetización Temprana para más información.
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ABCmouse (Library Access)
The ABCmouse curriculum is designed to help young children (ages 2-8+) build a strong foundation for future academic success. ABCmouse is 100% educational, with more than 10,000 learning activities (books, puzzles, educational games, art activities, songs, etc.) across all major subject areas—reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music.
ABCmouse at Home (Remote Access)
Now available from home! The ABCmouse curriculum is designed to help young children (ages 2-8+) build a strong foundation for future academic success. ABCmouse is 100% educational, with more than 10,000 learning activities (books, puzzles, educational games, art activities, songs, etc.) across all major subject areas—reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music.
Beanstack
Discover favorite books, earn badges and participate in reading challenges with Beanstack!
Biography in Context
Meet the people who made history by accessing video, audio, images, primary sources and articles for over a half-million international figures.
Brainfuse HelpNow
Chat online with a real tutor and get live, homework help from 2pm to 11:55pm EST.
ComicsPlus
Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of digital graphic novels, manga and comics. Checkouts are for seven days with unlimited renewals.
Creativebug
1,000+ art & craft video classes covering art & design, sewing, quilting, paper, knitting, crochet, food & home, jewelry, holiday & party, and kids.
Encyclopedia Britannica for Kids
An excellent starting place for any research project about animals, geography, people and more.
Encyclopedia Britannica ImageQuest
Access millions of images from the best collections in the world.
Encyclopedia Britannica Library Edition
Search encyclopedia articles, magazines, web sites and videos.
Gale In Context: Middle School
Find information here about the most studied middle school topics.
Gale in Context: Elementary
Cross-curricular research and homework help for K-5 students.
Gale Ebooks
Find eBooks on countries, cultures, history, technology, science and more, with translations available in 40 languages.
Libby/OverDrive for Kids
OverDrive and the Libby app offer classic and contemporary children's books for all ages in both eBook and eAudio format.
Mango Languages
Learn a new language from home or on-the-go with Mango! Mango adapts to your unique learning style so you pick up on new vocabulary quickly.
National Geographic Kids (Gale)
Tutorial
Magazines, newspapers, journals, and reference content for middle and high school students.
NoveList K-8
Find just the right book and get recommendations based on your interests and reading level.
Pebble Go
Have fun researching while playing educational games and engaging with read-aloud audio for five categories: animals, science, biographies, social studies and dinosaurs. Designed specifically for grades K-3.
Transparent languages
An easy-to-use interface that integrates real-life language use by native speakers. With over 100 languages to choose from, every language-learner will find something of interest.
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Book Lists
Looking for something good to read? Maybe you need to find a book for class or you want to explore new genres like comic books or nonfiction. Either way, you are sure to find a title you will like from one of our lists. Don't forget, if you need help locating these books or other resources, ask a librarian for help. Or, log on to Beanstack to see all of the lists. You can reserve a title right from your account!