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This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

LGBTQIA+ Book Club

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Discussion of Pageboy: A Memoir by Elliot Page We will meet every month to discuss queer fiction and nonfiction titles in a safe and healthy space. All are welcome.&nb...

Library Branch: Broadneck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Event Details:

Discussion of Pageboy: A Memoir by Elliot Page

This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group.

Early Reader Book Club

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Kids in grades K-2 are welcome to join us to practice some reading skills through books, activities, and games. The goal of this club is to build your child's confidence in reading...

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: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Kids in grades K-2 are welcome to join us to practice some reading skills through books, activities, and games. The goal of this club is to build your child's confidence in reading and discover books that they love! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month: Mountain Road's Adult Book Club: As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow, by Zoulfa Katouh

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arab American Interest, Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In celebration of Arab American Heritage Month: Salama Kassab works desparately to find a way out of the turmoil of Syria before her sister-in-law gives birth. This program...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arab American Interest, Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Required
Event Details:

In celebration of Arab American Heritage Month: Salama Kassab works desparately to find a way out of the turmoil of Syria before her sister-in-law gives birth.

This program is both virtual and in person.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Comics and Graphic Novels Club

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Odenton - Staff Conference Room at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join other comic and graphic novel fans to discuss what you are currently reading and recommend other books that the group would enjoy in our quarterly book club. Bring in pieces o...

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Staff Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Join other comic and graphic novel fans to discuss what you are currently reading and recommend other books that the group would enjoy in our quarterly book club.

This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group.
This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.

Homeschool Hangout: Book Fair Special

Monday, May 6, 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! This Homesc...

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arnold Senior Center Book Club

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Broadneck - Other In-library location at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Older Americans
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We will be discussing The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner at this month's meeting. This book club is held at the Broadneck Library in partnership with the Arnold Sen...

Library Branch: Broadneck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Other In-library location
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Older Americans
Event Details:

We will be discussing The Lost Apothecary b

This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group.

Graphic Novel Book Club: Plants vs. Zombies by Paul Tobin and Ron Chan

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Special Events
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Read any Plants vs. Zombies graphic novel and join us for a discussion, activities, and crafts. For 3rd-6th grade

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Books and Writing, Special Events
Event Details:

Read any Plants vs. Zombies graphic novel and join us for a discussion, activities, and crafts.

For 3rd-6th grade

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.

Teen Creative Writing Club

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Practice your craft and find your community! Hone your skills or just have fun with writing prompts, games, and group discussion. 

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Practice your craft and find your community! Hone your skills or just have fun with writing prompts, games, and group discussion. 

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.

This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group.

Early Reader Book Club

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Odenton - Children's Area at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Children in K-2 can practice their reading skills through group reading, activities and games based on popular beginner reader books. Each session will focus on a different th...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Children's Area
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Children in K-2 can practice their reading skills through group reading, activities and games based on popular beginner reader books. Each session will focus on a different theme.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cookbook Club Mystery Ingredient Challenge

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Shake up your cooking and reading repertoires with this mystery ingredient virtual program. After registering you will be notified by email when your mystery ingredi...

Full
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Health & Wellness
Required
Event Details:

Shake up your cooking and reading repertoires with this mystery ingredient virtual program. After registering you will be notified by email when your mystery ingredient and library materials (two random ingredient-related books

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Book Club: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Crofton - Other In-library location at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Update: This event has moved to Thursday, May 16 at 2 pm.   Join us at the Crofton Library for our Adult Book Club! This month we will discuss Remarkably Bright Creature...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Other In-library location
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

SoCo Hallyu

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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. Everything from the northern reaches of Japan, east through China, South past the Himalayas, and west to the Phi...

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. Everything from the northern reaches of Japan, east through China, South past the Himalayas, and west to the Philippines - explore a world of pop culture and vibrant history.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

What's Cooking? Rice!

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Welcome to What’s Cooking?!, Mountain Road's cookbook club. Every month we come together and share dishes across a theme, so be sure to bring enough to feed at least five people. P...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing
Required
Event Details:

Welcome to What’s Cooking?!, Mountain Road's cookbook club. Every month we come together and share dishes across a theme, so be sure to bring enough to feed at least five people.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.

Teen Writing Club

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Teen and tweens ages 11-17 explore the craft of writing through writing prompts, discussion, and feedback. Young writers are welcome to bring something they've already written to s...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Books and Writing, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Teen and tweens ages 11-17 explore the craft of writing through writing prompts, discussion, and feedback. Young writers are welcome to bring something they've already written to share, or just listen.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book Lovers Book Chat

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It's a book club without the book! Chat about a book you've read and hear about great books that others have enjoyed.

Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

It's a book club without the book! Chat about a book you've read and hear about great books that others have enjoyed.

This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group.

Paws to Read

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors. Call the Busch Annapolis Library at 410-222-1750 for available t...

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: Books and Writing
Required
Event Details:

Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors. Call the Busch Annapolis Library at 410-222-1750 for available times and to register.

Disclaimer(s)

Release and Waiver Form

This program requires the completion of a Release and Waiver form.

Este programa requiere completar un formulario de liberación y renuncia.

 

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ask a Narrator

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Older Americans, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

 Join us at this Spring's "Ask A Narrator" Workshop where professional audiobook narrator Ellen Quay will introduce us to the wonderful world of audiobook creation!  Whet...

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Older Americans, Special Events
Event Details:

 Join us at this Spring's "Ask A Narrator" Workshop where professional audiobook narrator Ellen Quay will introduce us to the wonderful world of audiobook creation!  Whether you're interested in narrating, an author considering making an

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book Lovers

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It's a book club without the book! Chat about a book you've read and hear about great books that others have enjoyed.

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: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

It's a book club without the book! Chat about a book you've read and hear about great books that others have enjoyed.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Explore the World in Books

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Each month we will explore a new destination. Readers will share what they have learned through books which might include a history, biography, cookbook, mystery or even a picture ...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing
Event Details:

Each month we will explore a new destination. Readers will share what they have learned through books which might include a history, biography, cookbook, mystery or even a picture book. Destination: Malaysia  

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.

Anime and Manga Club

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Odenton - Teen Room at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Club! We will have discussions, games/events, or even an anime viewing.

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Club! We will have discussions, games/events, or even an anime viewing.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.

Teen Writers' Club

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Riviera Beach - Study Room 134 at Riviera Beach Library (New Location Opening Soon)
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Teen Writers Club:

Teens and tweens ages 11-17 explore the craft of writing with the help of a volunteer from the Maryland Writers Association. A completed permission form is required for new attende...

Event Details:

Teens, ages 11-17 explore the craft of writing with the help of a volunteer from the Maryland Writers' Association. A completed permission form is required for new attendees. After...

Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library (New Location Opening Soon)
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Study Room 134
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Books and Writing

Teen Writers Club

Teens and tweens ages 11-17 explore the craft of writing with the help of a volunteer from the Maryland Writers Association. A completed permission form is required for new attendees.  

Event Details:

Teens, ages 11-17 explore the craft of writing with the help of a volunteer from the Maryland Writers' Association. A completed permission form is required for new attendees.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Anime & Manga Club for Adults!

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Games, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Anime/Manga Club:

Share in the love of Japanese animation and comics! Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy anime watching, manga discussions, games, creating, and more! Light snacks provided and co...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Games, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events

Anime/Manga Club

Share in the love of Japanese animation and comics! Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy anime watching, manga discussions, games, creating, and more! Light snacks provided and cosplay is always 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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fans & Fiction Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

If you are an enjoyer of fanfiction and fanworks, come recommend stories you're reading, discuss tropes & plots & narratives, and write freeform or to the monthly prompt.

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing, Special Events
Event Details:

If you are an enjoyer of fanfiction and fanworks, come recommend stories you're reading, discuss tropes & plots & narratives, and write freeform or to the monthly prompt.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Walking Book Club

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Exercise your body and mind as we walk the mall and discuss what you've been reading lately! Stop at the library afterwards for a drink and pick up your next read.

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Event Details:

Exercise your body and mind as we walk the mall and discuss what you've been reading lately! Stop at the library afterwards for a drink and pick up your next read.

Disclaimer(s)

Release and Waiver Form

This program requires the completion of a Release and Waiver form.

Este programa requiere completar un formulario de liberación y renuncia.

 

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.