Accessibility

(En Español: Accesibilidad)

Anne Arundel County Public Library's goal is to provide all of our services to customers of all abilities. We have several programs and services, such as Library by Mail, available to provide assistance to those who need it.

One computer in each branch is wheelchair accessible. All public computers are equipped with Fusion software, Windows Narrator screen reader software, and Windows Magnifier text-enlarging software. Please visit our Website Accessibility Statement for information about the accessibility of our website, catalog, and other digital content.

Visual Impairment Aids

Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Hearing Loss Aids

  • American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters are available with advanced notice for library-sponsored programs. To schedule an interpreter, visit AACPL ASL Request Form at least one week prior to the event date. Every effort will be made to accommodate requests made within one week, however, it is possible these requests may not be able to be filled.  For questions, email programming@aacpl.net.
  • The Deaf Culture Digital Library is a collection of resources and help related to deaf culture. The site includes access to a wide selection of eBooks, eAudiobooks, and streaming video for all ages. These materials are accessed through Overdrive/Libby and may be borrowed with your AACPL card, but are on a separate account from your other Overdrive/Libby checkouts.

Reading/Study Aids

C-Pen Reader Pens, which read aloud text for users with reading challenges, are available to borrow.

Library by Mail

Library by Mail is a personalized library service for county residents of all ages who are homebound, either permanently or temporarily, due to illness, disability or injury. Delivers a full range of library services via the mail, free of charge. Library materials are sent via US Mail in a pouch that includes pre-paid postage to return the items to the Library. More information here.

Dementia Friendly Library

Staff at all sixteen Anne Arundel Public Library locations have undergone special training to increase their awareness of the issues that customers with dementia and their caregivers may face and how best to serve those individuals. Library staff have heightened awareness of the challenges faced by those who live with dementia and have learned valuable tips and tools to improve communication and care.

 

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group

Sensory Playtime

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Severn Library
Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Accessibility, Kindergarten Readiness, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events, STEAM
Event Details:

Sensory play is any activity that stimulates a child's senses: touch, smell, taste, sight and hearing. Through sensory play, children use scientific processes to investigate new sensations. We will have different stations to explore!

This event is in the "All" group

Color My World with American Sign Language

11:00am–12:00pm
All
Severn Library
Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Audience: All
Program Type: Accessibility, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Event Details:

Summer @ Your Library (S@YL)

Learn basic American Sign Language as we go on a signing adventure through stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family that feature colors and art vocabulary!

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

Paws To Read

5:00pm–7:00pm
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Accessibility, Kindergarten Readiness
Event Details:

Does your child need some practice reading? Do they not enjoy reading out loud? Come practice reading with Sunny our Pets on Wheels Volunteer Dog!

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.

This event is in the "All" group

Color My World with American Sign Language

2:00pm–3:00pm
All
Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room
Audience: All
Program Type: Accessibility, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Event Details:

Summer @ Your Library (S@YL)

Learn basic American Sign Language as we go on a signing adventure through stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family that feature colors and art vocabulary!

This event is in the "All" group

Color My World with American Sign Language

11:00am–12:00pm
All
Maryland City at Russett Library
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
Audience: All
Program Type: Accessibility, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Event Details:

Summer @ Your Library (S@YL)

Learn basic American Sign Language as we go on a signing adventure through stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family that feature colors and art vocabulary!

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

Beginner Yoga

10:30am–11:30am
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Crofton Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Registration Required
Event Details:

An introductory class to the practice of Hatha yoga focusing on learning the safe alignment of foundational postures, common poses, the flow of Sun Salutation A, and linking breath to movement.

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.