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Electric Cars 101

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Electric cars are coming to the Severna Park Library! Join us to learn from invited experts to hear what it's like to buy and charge electric cars. We'll then head outside to ou...

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Electric cars are coming to the Severna Park Library!

Bug Ball

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Storytimes, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Celebrate spring by joining us for an exciting bug-themed party! Put on your best set of wings and enjoy crafts, music, and other activities in a fun, bug-friendly environment.

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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Storytimes, Special Events
Event Details:

Celebrate spring by joining us for an exciting bug-themed party! Put on your best set of wings and enjoy crafts, music, and other activities in a fun, bug-friendly environment.

Bodkin Environmental Fair

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Mountain Road - Off Site at Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
All
Event Details:

Visit the library at Bodkin Elementary’s 15th Annual Environmental & Local Culture Fair - Educate, Create & Shop!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Mountain Road - Off Site
Age Group: All
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Visit the library at Bodkin Elementary’s 15th Annual Environmental & Local Culture Fair - Educate, Create & Shop!

Houseplant Repotting Demonstration

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Crofton - Other In-library location at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Whether your thumb is green or not so green, we welcome plant enthusiasts to join us for a drop-in program as we repot some of the resident branch plants. Staff will be available t...

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Other In-library location
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Whether your thumb is green or not so green, we welcome plant enthusiasts to join us for a drop-in program as we repot some of the resident branch plants.

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Plant Clinic: Ask a Master Gardener

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Crofton - Lobby at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Adults
Ask A Master Gardener:

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment

Ask A Master Gardener

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

bonsai tree

Bonsai Basics

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn the history of the Asian zen art of bonsai and the basics for growing your own bonsai tree. This presentation will be given by the Maryland Bonsai Association.

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: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Learn the history of the Asian zen art of bonsai and the basics for growing your own bonsai tree. This presentation will be given by the Maryland Bonsai Association.

two children using a magnifying glass to look at flowers

Nature Explorers Club at Busch Annapolis

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Our big world contains many small worlds. Get an up-close look at a piece of our planet by joining the Nature Explorers Club. Each month we'll investigate an aspect of the ecosyste...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Busch Annapolis Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides)
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Required
Event Details:

Our big world contains many small worlds. Get an up-close look at a piece of our planet by joining the Nature Explorers Club.

STEM graphic with science icons

Build the Best Nest

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Can you build a bird nest? Join naturalist Kerry Wixted to learn why, where, when and how birds build nests. Participate in a STEM challenge where kids use natural and recycled mat...

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Can you build a bird nest? Join naturalist Kerry Wixted to learn why, where, when and how birds build nests. Participate in a STEM challenge where kids use natural and recycled materials to build the best bird nest they can.

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Plant Clinic: Ask a Master Gardener

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Crofton - Lobby at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Adults
Ask A Master Gardener:

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment

Ask A Master Gardener

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

Nature-Explorers

Nature Explorers Club At Deale

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Each month we'll investigate an aspect of the ecosystem through presentations, conversations, active games and hands on activities. For ages 7-11.

Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

Each month we'll investigate an aspect of the ecosystem through presentations, conversations, active games and hands on activities. For ages 7-11.

a peace lily plant in a gray pot with the AACPL logo

Crofton Houseplant Club

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Crofton - Other In-library location at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

We welcome houseplant enthusiasts of all experience levels to join us for an evening full of planty fun! There will be a brief informational session, followed by show-and-tell and ...

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Other In-library location
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

We welcome houseplant enthusiasts of all experience levels to join us for an evening full of planty fun! There will be a brief informational session, followed by show-and-tell and plenty of time for questions and discussion.

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Make Friends with an Earthworm

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Special Events
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Explore the wonderful world of earthworms in this special storytime and learn why earthworms are Soil Superstars! 

Library Branch: Busch Annapolis Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides)
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Special Events
Event Details:

Explore the wonderful world of earthworms in this special storytime and learn why earthworms are Soil Superstars! 

Disclaimer(s)

Animal Waiver Form

Programs that involve interaction with animals require a signed Animal Waiver Form. 


Las programas que tienen interacción con animales requieren un formulario de exención de animales firmado.

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Plant Clinic: Ask a Master Gardener

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Crofton - Lobby at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Adults
Ask A Master Gardener:

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment

Ask A Master Gardener

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Crofton Village Garden Club Flower Show

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

The Crofton Village Garden Club will be holding a free Flower Show on May 21, 2 PM to 6 PM at the Library! There will be over 200 horticulture exhibits, 24 floral design exhibits, ...

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

The Crofton Village Garden Club will be holding a free Flower Show on May 21, 2 PM to 6 PM at the Library!

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Foraging 101

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to forage at the library! Anne Arundel County Park Ranger Victor Jones will introduce basic foraging how-tos, including how to spot edible plants, how to avoid dangerous ...

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: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Event Details:

Learn how to forage at the library! Anne Arundel County Park Ranger Victor Jones will introduce basic foraging how-tos, including how to spot edible plants, how to avoid dangerous look-alikes, how to prepare foraged food, and more! 

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

FarmUnity Spring Harvest Festival

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate the planting season at the FarmUnity community garden! Bring the whole family for demonstrations, crafts, STEM activities and more. Hopefully, the strawberr...

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate the planting season at the FarmUnity community garden! Bring the whole family for demonstrations, crafts, STEM activities and more. Hopefully, the strawberries will be ready to pick! 

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 with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Plant Clinic: Ask a Master Gardener

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Crofton - Lobby at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Adults
Ask A Master Gardener:

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment

Ask A Master Gardener

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

From Mountains to Sea, Exploring Maryland's Natural Areas

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

From the ancient peatlands in the western part of the State to the globally rare serpentine savanna at Soldier’s Delight, Maryland is a small state with a lot to offer. Learn about...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

From the ancient peatlands in the western part of the State to the globally rare serpentine savanna at Soldier’s Delight, Maryland is a small state with a lot to offer.

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Plant Clinic: Ask a Master Gardener

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Crofton - Lobby at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Adults
Ask A Master Gardener:

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment

Ask A Master Gardener

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Plant Clinic: Ask a Master Gardener

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Crofton - Lobby at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Adults
Ask A Master Gardener:

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment

Ask A Master Gardener

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

SERC logo

Story Hike at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Edgewater - Off Site at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Storytimes, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Join us at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center for a special Story Hike! All are welcome to enjoy a story and learn about hiking etiquette at the Reed Center before we se...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Off Site
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Storytimes, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Required
Event Details:

Join us at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center for a special Story Hike!

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Plant Clinic: Ask a Master Gardener

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Crofton - Lobby at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Adults
Ask A Master Gardener:

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment

Ask A Master Gardener

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

Image of tent, flashlight and camp flag inside a room

"Camp Severn" Adventure

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Camp Severn is open! Join us for an indoor camping adventure with literacy activities and more. Bring blankets to build your own tent. Other supplies needed are your flashlights, p...

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: Gardening & Environment, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Camp Severn is open! Join us for an indoor camping adventure with literacy activities and more. Bring blankets to build your own tent. Other supplies needed are your flashlights, pillows, and stuffed animal.

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.

An image of a man fishing, behind a logo stating "CCA MARYLAND" in red.

Making Reef Balls: Building Artificial Reefs

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Other In-library location at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Dive in and help as we team up with the Coastal Conservation Association of Maryland to create artificial reefs for the oysters of the Chesapeake Bay to call home! On Day 1 of this...

Library Branch: Busch Annapolis Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Busch Annapolis - Other In-library location
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Dive in and help as we team up with the Coastal Conservation Association of Maryland to create artificial reefs for the oysters of the Chesapeake Bay to call home!

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.