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Explore STEM Connections

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brooklyn Park - Teen Area at Brooklyn Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Explore connections in STEM! 10/22 - Learn about DNA by making a model. 10/29 - Compete against others to make a toothpick bridge!

Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Teen Area
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Explore connections in STEM!

10/22 - Learn about DNA by making a model.

10/29 - Compete against others to make a toothpick bridge!

A white canvas, colorful watercolor paint pan, and several brushes are arranged on a wooden background

Paint Night

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Odenton - Creation Station at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing and fun acrylic paint night! Follow the instructor's detailed guide and create an art piece related to the season. Highly recommended to arrive as close t...

Required
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Creation Station
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing and fun acrylic paint night! Follow the instructor's detailed guide and create an art piece related to the season.

Kids sitting in theater seats and eating popcorn while watching a movie

Movie and Craft Night

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Movies
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Come join our crafting fun! Come watch a movie on our big screen and make a cool movie craft.

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Movies
Event Details:

Come join our crafting fun! Come watch a movie on our big screen and make a cool movie craft.

Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Fall Crafternoon

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Belcher Conference Room C at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and easy craft program with a special fall-themed project. This program is for ages 5-11 with an accompanying adult and registration is required.

Required
Library Branch: Busch Annapolis Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Busch Annapolis - Belcher Conference Room C
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and easy craft program with a special fall-themed project. This program is for ages 5-11 with an accompanying adult and registration is required.

Hallyu

Hallyu Club

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. Participants have the option to bring a dish of their choosing to share with other participants.  ...

Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia.

Participants have the option to bring a dish of their choosing to share with other participants. 
Library will provide tea and other snacks. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at library programs has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Alergias Alimentarias: La Biblioteca no puede garantizar que la comida servida en los programas no ha estado en contacto con las nueces de árbol, la soya, u otros alérgenos.

a hand holding a paint brush is painting an abstract image using the watercolors next to the paper

Salty Watercolors

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Draw a design with glue, sprinkle it with salt and paint it with watercolors to make a beautiful piece of art.

Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Draw a design with glue, sprinkle it with salt and paint it with watercolors to make a beautiful piece of art.

A group of children eating lunch together at a cafeteria table.

Homeschool Lunch and Hangout

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Severna Park - Other In-library location at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Bring a brown bag lunch* to enjoy in the library meeting room with other homeschoolers, followed by indoor recess with games and activities. *Lunch is not provided.

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Other In-library location
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Bring a brown bag lunch* to enjoy in the library meeting room with other homeschoolers, followed by indoor recess with games and activities.

*Lunch is not provided.

Purple flyer stating "Happy Diwali" with diya lamps all around.

Diwali Diya Lamps STEM Activity

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Holiday, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a holiday that is celebrated worldwide. It is observed by Hindu, Sikh, Jain, and some Buddhist communities. Diwali is a time of joy...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Holiday, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a holiday that is celebrated worldwide. It is observed by Hindu, Sikh, Jain, and some Buddhist communities. Diwali is a time of joy, gratitude, and hope and typically lasts for five days.

Stretchy blue slime

Slime Making

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Odenton - Creation Station/Memory Lab at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Join us for some homemade slime fun! Learn about the science behind slime and make some of your own!  

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Creation Station/Memory Lab
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for some homemade slime fun! Learn about the science behind slime and make some of your own!  

Halloween Crafternoon

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Holiday, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Kids are invited to unleash their creativity and dive into a world of Halloween-themed crafts. From creepy critters to ghostly decorations, this fun-filled session is perfect for y...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Holiday, Special Events
Event Details:

Kids are invited to unleash their creativity and dive into a world of Halloween-themed crafts. From creepy critters to ghostly decorations, this fun-filled session is perfect for young crafters who love Halloween. 

Young boys reaching up to grab a can of spray paint, that is on a sign stating graffiti is a crime.

Rebel Art: Banksy Style!

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Explore Banksy's street art and craft your own temporary masterpieces inspired by his iconic style! Adults are welcome too! 

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Event Details:

Explore Banksy's street art and craft your own temporary masterpieces inspired by his iconic style! Adults are welcome too! 

Bowl filled with different colors of yarn

Woven Yarn Bowls

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room at Maryland City at Russett Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Make a decorative woven bowl using only a paper plate and yarn. 

Library Branch: Maryland City at Russett Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Make a decorative woven bowl using only a paper plate and yarn. 

Explore STEM Connections

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brooklyn Park - Teen Area at Brooklyn Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Explore connections in STEM! 10/22 - Learn about DNA by making a model. 10/29 - Compete against others to make a toothpick bridge!

Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Teen Area
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Explore connections in STEM!

10/22 - Learn about DNA by making a model.

10/29 - Compete against others to make a toothpick bridge!

Día de los Muertos - Ofrenda Nicho Box

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Día de los Muertos is a celebration for families and communities to honor and remember loved ones who have passed on. Altoid tins and mixed media materials will be used to create a...

Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Día de los Muertos is a celebration for families and communities to honor and remember loved ones who have passed on.

Art Night

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a night of creating art!  During Art Night, we will guide you as you create your very own work of art using a variety of art supplies.  Registration i...

Required
Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Event Details:

Join us for a night of creating art!  During Art Night, we will guide you as you create your very own work of art using a variety of art supplies. 

Words "Dia de los Muertos" with smiling skulls, flowers and leaves

Coco & Calaveras Movie & Craft

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Holiday, Movies
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Step into the magical world of 'Coco' and unleash your creativity with a Dia de los Muertos calavera/skull craft. With themes of love and remembrance, let your imagination run wild...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Holiday, Movies
Event Details:

Step into the magical world of 'Coco' and unleash your creativity with a Dia de los Muertos calavera/skull craft. With themes of love and remembrance, let your imagination run wild as you decorate your own sugar skull ornament.

Coco

Dia De Los Muertos Celebration

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Holiday, Movies, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Come to the library to celebrate Dia De Los Muertos!  We'll watch Coco, then do some themed crafts! Feel free to bring your own pillows and blankets to get comfy while we w...

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Holiday, Movies, Special Events
Event Details:

Come to the library to celebrate Dia De Los Muertos!  We'll watch Coco, then do some themed crafts!

Feel free to bring your own pillows and blankets to get comfy while we watch!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at library programs has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Alergias Alimentarias: La Biblioteca no puede garantizar que la comida servida en los programas no ha estado en contacto con las nueces de árbol, la soya, u otros alérgenos.

Home Sweet Homeschool Chalkboard

Homeschool Hangout

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Games, STEM/STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Calling all homeschoolers! Explore a different subject every week with fun games, STEM, reading, writing, crafts, and tons of other activities! All ages are welcome! Note: Activ...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Games, STEM/STEAM, Technology
Event Details:

Calling all homeschoolers! Explore a different subject every week with fun games, STEM, reading, writing, crafts, and tons of other activities! All ages are welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at library programs has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Alergias Alimentarias: La Biblioteca no puede garantizar que la comida servida en los programas no ha estado en contacto con las nueces de árbol, la soya, u otros alérgenos.

Person knitting with blue yarn

Skeins & Stitches

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Meet old friends and new while sharing your talents with others as we teach and learn the relaxing craft of knitting, crocheting and all forms of needlework. Everyone is welcome.

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Meet old friends and new while sharing your talents with others as we teach and learn the relaxing craft of knitting, crocheting and all forms of needlework. Everyone is welcome.

Hands holding paint brushes are painting at a table

Painted Tote Bags

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Embellish a canvas tote bag with paint. All supplies will be provided.

Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Embellish a canvas tote bag with paint. All supplies will be provided.

STEAM & Snacks

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brooklyn Park - Public Floor at Brooklyn Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Join us for STEAM crafts and snacks!

Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Public Floor
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for STEAM crafts and snacks!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at library programs has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Alergias Alimentarias: La Biblioteca no puede garantizar que la comida servida en los programas no ha estado en contacto con las nueces de árbol, la soya, u otros alérgenos.

Hallyu

Hallyu Club

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. Participants have the option to bring a dish of their choosing to share with other participants.  ...

Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia.

Participants have the option to bring a dish of their choosing to share with other participants. 
Library will provide tea and other snacks. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at library programs has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Alergias Alimentarias: La Biblioteca no puede garantizar que la comida servida en los programas no ha estado en contacto con las nueces de árbol, la soya, u otros alérgenos.

Thursday Night Art Club

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Each session we will meet to learn, experiment, and create with a specific art medium or technique. Create something new using our provided supplies, or bring your current paper cr...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Each session we will meet to learn, experiment, and create with a specific art medium or technique.

Community Service Crafternoon: A hand writing the word "Volunteer" in blue marker

Community Service Crafternoon

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Community Services
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Earn service hours while making a craft to serve a community need. Project to be announced.

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Community Services
Event Details:

Earn service hours while making a craft to serve a community need. Project to be announced.

Disclaimer(s)

Walk-Ins Welcome

Registration helps us plan, but walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Nos ayuda planear si se inscribe de antemano, pero puede entrar sin inscribirse si hay cupos disponibles.

American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters are available with advanced notice for library-sponsored programs. To schedule an interpreter, complete this request form at least one week prior to the event date. For questions, email programming@aacpl.net.