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Upcoming Events
Sat, Apr 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more in celebration of poetry.
Sat, Apr 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium
Poetry readings give voice to the creativity and talent in our poetry and writing communities. In National Poetry Month we celebrate the diversity of voices in today’s poetry and acknowledge the poetic artistry, past and present.
Register to attend. Read your own poetry, share your favorite poet, poem or poetry style or be a great listener. 5–10 minute limit for each poetry reading.
Tue, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
In the 1920s, the Osage found themselves in a unique position among Native American tribes. As other tribal lands were parceled out in an effort by the government to encourage dissolution and assimilation of both lands and culture, the Osage negotiated to maintain the mineral rights for their corner of Oklahoma, creating a kind of “underground reservation.”
Thu, May 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 02, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, May 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, May 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Auditorium
Moksha, the University of Maryland's premier competitive Indian classical dance team, merges contemporary and Indian music with classical dance to craft original pieces that address diverse themes and social justice issues. Through performances nationwide, they strive to elevate awareness of this distinctive art form.
Wed, May 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
3330 Northview Drive, Bowie, Maryland 20716
Talk books (or anything else) in the fresh air and sunshine while walking around scenic Allen Pond Park. Meetup location is near the swan boat, weather permitting. Participants must sign a waiver before beginning to walk.
Thu, May 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room
Have fun crafting and creating your own movie snack cart while learning about free digital resources Kanopy and Hoopla that provide access to movies and more.
Fri, May 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, May 10, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room
Enjoy your afternoon learning a new creative skill. Learn basic drawing exercises and develop your own artwork. Refreshments and supplies are provided. You may bring your own supplies if you wish. Adults only.
Sat, May 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Play a variety of board games with us! Bring one of your own or play one of ours!
Sat, May 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Thu, May 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 16, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room
Learn the best models for writing a professional-looking resume. Practice with real-life examples and live feedback. Explore free library resources to help elevate your job search to the next level.
Fri, May 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Sat, May 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Learn to appreciate art by listening to an interactive story and then creating a craft related to the theme.
Wed, May 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
3330 Northview Drive, Bowie, Maryland 20716
Talk books (or anything else) in the fresh air and sunshine while walking around scenic Allen Pond Park. Meetup location is near the swan boat, weather permitting. Participants must sign a waiver before beginning to walk.
Wed, May 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room
Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with ‘A Scatter of Light’ by Malinda Lo; we will check out some art and poetry from the novel, chat about it, and listen to excerpts from the book. Snacks will be provided.
Thu, May 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 23, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, May 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Tue, May 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room
Join a lively discussion! This month we are discussing "The First Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill George Washington" by Brad Meltzer.
Thu, May 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, May 31, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Tue, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Join Enoch Pratt Free Library Librarians and Baltimore Heritage LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour Guides as they present the fascinating and fabulous history of the LGBTQ+ community, going back to the early 1800s.
Thu, Jun 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Jun 06, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!