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Kids
Events for Kids
Sat, Mar 22, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
This quilt exhibit will showcase a diverse range of unique and vibrant quilts created by talented African-American quilters from the community. Through this exhibit, we honor the rich history, stories, and traditions of the African American experience as expressed through this beautiful and intricate craft.
Sat, Mar 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Join community members as they meet together to sew. The Sewing Lab is equipped with sewing machines and some accessories. We will work on seat cushions, bags, purses, quilting, and other similar projects. You are strongly encouraged to bring you own machine.
Registration is now closed
Sat, Mar 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Rainier
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Come play with Ozobots, pocket sized bots, and learn basic programming concepts.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Registration is now closed
Sat, Mar 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Registration is now closed
Sat, Mar 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Registration is now closed
Sat, Mar 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Dive into the exciting world of chess in a fun and supportive environment! Master the basics, sharpen your strategic skills, and enjoy friendly matches with fellow players.
Registration is now closed
Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Mar 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Dive into the exciting world of chess in a fun and supportive environment! Master the basics, sharpen your strategic skills, and enjoy friendly matches with fellow players.
Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Large Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Art Room
Listen to a great story about an important figure in women's history and then do an art project relating to her.
Tue, Mar 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Mar 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. Ages 6+ are welcome!
Tue, Mar 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Mount Rainier Nature Center, 4701 31st Pl, Mt Rainier, MD 20712
Explore the awesome world of your body with fun, hands-on activities that show how all your organs work together to keep you healthy and strong. You'll learn how your body’s systems team up to make you feel great!
Wed, Mar 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Mount Rainier
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Mar 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Mar 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Step back in time with Ms. Story as she brings remarkable Black women from history to life. Through first-person storytelling and authentic costumes, experience history from the Colonial era through the Civil Rights movement.
Wed, Mar 26, 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, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville - Art Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Wed, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Enjoy a family friendly movie and seasonal beverages.
Thu, Mar 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Thu, Mar 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Thu, Mar 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Have fun crafting and creating art with potatoes as stamps. Supplies are provided.
Thu, Mar 27, 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, Mar 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Mar 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Join community members as they meet together to sew. The Sewing Lab is equipped with sewing machines and some accessories. We will work on seat cushions, bags, purses, quilting, and other similar projects. You are strongly encouraged to bring you own machine.
Tue, Apr 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Homeschool families! Socialize, play games, and do a craft or STEM project. Activities change each month.
Tue, Apr 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Dive into the exciting world of chess in a fun and supportive environment! Master the basics, sharpen your strategic skills, and enjoy friendly matches with fellow players.
Tue, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Art Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Apr 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Apr 01, 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 10-15 minutes.
Tue, Apr 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Listen to favorite stories read aloud and do related activities and games. Kids will learn basic etiquette and table manners through interactive storytelling, hands-on activities, and a mock tea party.
Tue, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Apr 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel - Conference Room 1
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, Apr 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Apr 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville - Art Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Wed, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Kids will dive into the exciting world of engineering and science with fun, hands-on projects! They’ll explore topics like 3D printing and modeling, coding, robotics, electronics and circuits, astronomy with telescopes, building bridges, cracking the egg drop challenge, and much more! Ages 11-15.
Wed, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities about magnetism.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Thu, Apr 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Bowie - Small Meeting Room (209)
Come play a variety of board games with us!
Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Find out about the latest books, share your favorites, and practice your reading with games and other fun activities.
Thu, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Laurel
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for 10-15 minutes.
Thu, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Have fun crafting and creating colorful tissue paper flowers to celebrate the arrival of spring. Supplies are provided.
Thu, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Thu, Apr 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Fri, Apr 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Apr 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Greenbelt
Join us in exploring a time capsule of your life. In this program, attendees will create and reflect on their personal stories while connecting them to the stories of past Greenbelt residents in the Tugwell Collection. This experience is perfect for children ages 9–14, and we encourage parents or guardians to attend as well.
Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Join us for an exciting event that blends powerful social justice poetry from Africa with a fun, hands-on poetry workshop. Hear poems from 12 countries in ten languages, from Ancient Egypt to today’s diaspora in Maryland. Learn how to express your own voice for social justice by writing poems using words, shapes, and sounds.
Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Join community members as they meet together to sew. The Sewing Lab is equipped with sewing machines and some accessories. We will work on seat cushions, bags, purses, quilting, and other similar projects. You are strongly encouraged to bring you own machine.
Sat, Apr 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Sat, Apr 05, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Presented by Kyle's Art for Autism World, Inc, this program aims to spread autism awareness throughout the community while offering a creative and welcoming space for individuals with exceptional needs to express themselves through art.
Sat, Apr 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Have fun crafting and creating! Decorate pots and plant a seed to take home! Supplies are provided.
Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Mon, Apr 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Novice to experienced writers are welcome to share their creative voice through poetry. Bring a poem to read or just listen to local poets.
Tue, Apr 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Dive into the exciting world of chess in a fun and supportive environment! Master the basics, sharpen your strategic skills, and enjoy friendly matches with fellow players.
Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Have fun crafting and creating a seashell necklace and enjoy a showing of Disney’s "The Little Mermaid" (1989)! Supplies are provided.
Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Art Room
Come play a variety of board games with us!
Tue, Apr 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Apr 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. Ages 6+ are welcome!
Tue, Apr 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Oxon Hill
Have fun crafting and creating! Supplies are provided.
Tue, Apr 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Enjoy the wonder of photosynthesis and the plant lifecycle by creating a terrarium using common household supplies (provided).
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Tue, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Wed, Apr 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Celebrate National Poetry Month while having fun crafting and creating! Supplies are provided.
Wed, Apr 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on activities using Sphero robotics.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Wed, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Discover the basics of chess in this beginner-friendly program and learn chess rules, strategies, and tactics. Develop critical thinking and sportsmanship as you embark on your chess journey with confidence. This program is suitable for seniors, adults, teens, and children ages 10 and up.
Wed, Apr 09, 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, Apr 09, 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, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville - Art Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Wed, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
START (Serving, Thriving, and Reading Together) is a family-focused program that fosters community among military and civilian families. It includes four weekly sessions featuring children's books on themes like family and courage, followed by discussions and a shared meal. Families with children ages 5 to 12 are encouraged to attend all four sessions.Register
Thu, Apr 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Apr 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
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, Apr 10, 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, Apr 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Fri, Apr 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Apr 12, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Let your geek out at the library’s Geek Out Expo! Experience a day of creativity, camaraderie, and all things geek. From cosplay fun to gaming thrills, it’s the perfect blend of excitement and community spirit.
Sat, Apr 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Join community members as they meet together to sew. The Sewing Lab is equipped with sewing machines and some accessories. We will work on seat cushions, bags, purses, quilting, and other similar projects. You are strongly encouraged to bring you own machine.
Sat, Apr 12, 11:30am - 3:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium
Get ready to roll the dice at the library’s board game demo event! Experience a day of strategy, fun, and friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the tabletop world, it’s the perfect chance to learn, play, and connect with fellow board game enthusiasts.
Sat, Apr 12, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium
Be amazed by The Pirate Girl Painter’s incredible artistry! Watch as they transform faces with dazzling designs inspired by your favorite superheroes. Get ready to wear your fandom with pride! First come, first served.
Sat, Apr 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium
Get ready to battle it out in the ultimate Super Smash Bros. Tournament! Test your skills, strategize your moves, and compete against fellow players for victory. Whether you're a seasoned fighter or a casual player, this is your chance to show off your Smash skills and claim the top spot. Will you be the last one standing? Registration begins in-person at 11:00 AM. Ages 6-12
Sat, Apr 12, 11:30am - 2:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Think Tank (Children's)
Get creative and try something new at Craft and Create! Follow step-by-step instructions to make fun projects like soot sprite pom poms, origami stars, fidget bracelets, packing tape stickers, and fleece tie plushies. Hands-on fun for all skill levels!
Sat, Apr 12, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium
Be spellbound by Pirate Girl Painter's captivating Balloon Twisting Program! Marvel at her talent as she twists and shapes balloons into imaginative creations straight out of your favorite cosplay, anime, and gaming worlds.
Sat, Apr 12, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Conference Room
Think you know your anime? Put your knowledge to the test at our Anime Trivia showdown! From classic series to the latest hits, challenge yourself with questions about characters, plot twists, and iconic moments. Gather your friends, compete for bragging rights, and see who’s the ultimate anime expert!
Sat, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Join us for a National Poetry Month celebration presented by Collective Voices, featuring a powerful poetry reading. The evening will include African drumming, with Doc Powell playing Djembe, and a special presentation by Grace Cavalieri, former Maryland Poet Laureate, as our Poet of Distinction.
Sat, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Dive into the exciting world of chess in a fun and supportive environment! Master the basics, sharpen your strategic skills, and enjoy friendly matches with fellow players.
Sat, Apr 12, 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.
Sat, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Oxon Hill
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Sat, Apr 12, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Think Tank (Children's)
Dress up and hit the dance floor at our Costume Bibliobop! Bring your parents or caregivers and get ready to jump, twirl, and groove to fun, book-inspired beats. It’s a dance party full of energy, laughter, and nonstop fun—come show off your moves!
Cancelled
Sat, Apr 12, 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 10-15 minutes.
Sat, Apr 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Conference Room
Think you know your anime? Put your knowledge to the test at our Anime Trivia showdown! From classic series to the latest hits, challenge yourself with questions about characters, plot twists, and iconic moments. Gather your friends, compete for bragging rights, and see who’s the ultimate anime expert!
Sat, Apr 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Think Tank (Children's)
Explore science, technology, engineering, and math with hands-on experiments and activities! Drop in and get creative with our STEM kits, including Rigamajig, Plus-Plus, Brain Flakes, and more. Ages 5–12 with an adult.
Mon, Apr 14, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Meet some live animals and learn about Maryland's wildlife from the experts! Maryland Park Service will teach you about our environment and how to be a good steward to Maryland's natural resources.
Mon, Apr 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Novice to experienced writers are welcome to share their creative voice through poetry. Bring a poem to read or just listen to local poets.
Mon, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
April is Financial Literacy Month. Join us as we discuss financial education for ages 5-12 with adult.
Tue, Apr 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Dive into the exciting world of chess in a fun and supportive environment! Master the basics, sharpen your strategic skills, and enjoy friendly matches with fellow players.
Tue, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on electricity experiments and activities.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Tue, Apr 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Explore the awesome world of your body with fun, hands-on activities that show how all your organs work together to keep you healthy and strong. You'll learn how your body’s systems team up to make you feel great!
Tue, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating with hands-on experiments and activities. Supplies are provided.
Tue, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel - Conference Room 1
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, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud and do related activities and games.
Wed, Apr 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating by potting a flower or small plant and designing your own colorful pot! Learn about caring for plants while expressing your creativity with fun, bright designs. Supplies are provided. Registration required.
Wed, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville - Art Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Wed, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
START (Serving, Thriving, and Reading Together) is a family-focused program that fosters community among military and civilian families. It includes four weekly sessions featuring children's books on themes like family and courage, followed by discussions and a shared meal. Families with children ages 5 to 12 are encouraged to attend all four sessions.Register
Wed, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Kids will dive into the exciting world of engineering and science with fun, hands-on projects! They’ll explore topics like 3D printing and modeling, coding, robotics, electronics and circuits, astronomy with telescopes, building bridges, cracking the egg drop challenge, and much more! Ages 11-15.
Thu, Apr 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Explore and have fun with hands-on experiments using chemical reactions.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Thu, Apr 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Upper Marlboro
Come skate at the library! You can borrow skates or bring your own. Lace up your skates, and let's roll!
Cancelled
Thu, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Become a scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science activities using basic scientific principles. Create self-watering planters from recycled 2-liter bottles, while learning about the plant life cycle and best practices for gardening
Ages 8–12.
Thu, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Have fun crafting and creating a special project inspired by items found in nature.
Thu, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Thu, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Conduct earth science experiments to get ready for Earth Day
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Fri, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Explore and have fun with hands-on activities and PBS online resources! Your child learns best through play, and Maryland Public Television (MPT) and PBS KIDS can help! At our special Early Learning Media Ambassador's event, children ages 5-8 and their adults will investigate an animal of their choice!
Fri, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Have fun exploring, and creating beautiful flowers using paper, floral tape, and more. As you create, learn about the functions of petals, stems, and leaves, connecting art with science. Perfect for kids who love creativity and nature!
Fri, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Apr 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Join community members as they meet together to sew. The Sewing Lab is equipped with sewing machines and some accessories. We will work on seat cushions, bags, purses, quilting, and other similar projects. You are strongly encouraged to bring you own machine.
Sat, Apr 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Rainier
Cubelets are uniquely designed, individual robot blocks that snap together with magnets, teaming up to create thousands of novel robot constructions, each with new behaviors. Participants can design and redesign robot constructions with ease, using the robot blocks to model real-world behaviors and to launch students into creativity and critical thinking.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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 10-15 minutes.
Mon, Apr 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Novice to experienced writers are welcome to share their creative voice through poetry. Bring a poem to read or just listen to local poets.
Mon, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights - D.R.E.A.M Lab
Use equipment in our DREAM Lab to learn new skills by working on a project. This week we will make digital art using the Autodesk app on the iPad.
Mon, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating with hands-on experiments and activities. 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.
Helpful Online Resources
Featured
Together We’re Better Artwork Contest Winners
The 2022-2023 artwork contest had wonderful submissions from Elementary and Middle Schoolers across the state. Winning students and schools were invited to attend Developmental Disabilities Day at the Maryland Legislature. Check them out here!
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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.
For all of our resources, please visit here and if you're having trouble accessing anything, please contact us.
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!