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Library Events and Programs
Lexington Park Art Gallery: Geofrey Reynolds
Artwork on Display at Lexington Park Library Art Gallery
July 1-August 15 The artwork of Geoffrey Reynolds, Tammy Vitale and Ruth Collins is on display. Reynolds paints in oil, is self taught and channels the passion, brush stroke and color of Vincent Van Gogh. Vitale is a multi-dimensional artist in both medium and message. Collins works primarily in oils with a strong emphasis on illustrative techniques. Artists interested in displaying artwork at the library gallery should contact Candy Cummings at 301-863-6693.
Master Gardener’s Plant Clinics
1st & 3rd Saturday, 10-noon, Charlotte Hall Library, 301-884-2211
1st & 3rd Tuesday, 11 AM-1 PM, Lexington Park Library, 301-863-8188
2nd & 4th Tuesday, 11 AM- 1 PM, Leonardtown Library, 301-475-2846
Drop in and ask a St. Mary’s County Master Gardener your gardening questions. Bring plant samples and/or photos. Free.
Crafternoons
June 28-August 7
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1-4 PM, Charlotte Hall Library, 301-884-2211
Wednesdays, 1-4 PM, Leonardtown Library, 301-475-2846
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays, 1-4 PM, Lexington Park Library
Children ages 4-12 can drop in and complete a weekly craft project related to water. Free.
Library’s Summer Professional Performance –Books, The Magic is Real
Monday, July 26
10:00 AM Charlotte Hall’s performance at White Marsh Elementary
12:30 PM Leonardtown Library’s at Leonard Hall Recreation Center
3:00 PM Lexington Park Library
Children will experience the magic of Joe Romano who brings books to life through the art of magic and illusion. Free and for all ages. Made possible in part by a grant from St. Mary’s County Arts Council and matching funds from St. Mary’s County Library.
Teen Battleship Tournament
Wednesday, July 28, 1-3 PM, Leonardtown Library
Teens ages 12 and older can play Battleship and compete in an online tournament with their friends. Registration required. 301-475-2846
Teen Poster Fun: Learn Digital Editing
Thursday, July 29, 2-4 PM, Lexington Park Library
Teens ages 12 and older can create a celebrity-style poster using their photo and learn to edit photos, change backgrounds, combine images and more. Free. Registration required. 301-863-8188
Kid’s Poster Fun: Learn Digital Editing
Thursday, July 29, 1-3 PM, Leonardtown Library
Children ages 6-11 will use their photo to create a celebrity-style poster to learn how to edit photos, change backgrounds, combine images and more. Free. Registration required. 301-475-2846
August 15-September 30 Southern Maryland Camera Club.
Artists interested in displaying artwork at the library gallery should contact Candy Cummings at 301-863-6693.
Book Discussion
Monday, August 2, 7:00 PM, Charlotte Hall Library
Discussion of Nancy Horan’s book, Loving Frank. 301-884-2211
Library’s Summer Professional Performance –Wacky World of Water
Monday, August 2
10:00 AM Charlotte Hall’s performance at White Marsh Elementary
12:30 PM Leonardtown Library’s at Leonard Hall Recreation Center
3:00 PM Lexington Park Library
John Sullens of Mad Science will amaze the audience with his wacky water experiments. Free. Sponsored by Board of Library Trustees.
Free Teen Movie—Jaws
Wednesday, August 4, 3-5 PM, Lexington Park Library
In this PG rated movie a great white shark terrorizes the residents of a formerly peaceful summer community on the New York coast. Snacks provided. 301-863-8188
Book Discussion
Monday, August 9, 6:00 PM, Lexington Park Library
Discussion of Mike Dash’s book, The First Family: Terror, Extortion, Revenge, Murder, and the Birth of the American Mafia. 301-863-8188
Library’s Summer Professional Performance –Activated Storytellers
Monday, August 9
10:00 AM Charlotte Hall’s performance at White Marsh Elementary
12:30 PM Leonardtown Library’s at Leonard Hall Recreation Center
3:00 PM Lexington Park Library
Activated Storytellers will take the audience on a voyage to foreign lands, distant eras, and various cultures. Free and for all ages. Made possible in part by a grant from St. Mary’s County Arts Council and matching funds from SMECO.
TAG (Teen Advisory Group) Meeting
Tuesday, August 10, 5:30-7 PM, Lexington Park Library
Teens can help plan fun teen programs and meet other teens. Snacks provided. 301-863-8188
Local Fish ‘n Crabs
Wednesday, August 11, 7 PM, Leonardtown Library
Learn more about our “Local Fish ‘n Crabs” from Captain Jack Russell at this informative and entertaining program—complete with “live show & tell”. Free. 301-475-2846
Free Family Movie—The Water Horse
Wed, August 11, 2 PM, Charlotte Hall Library
In this PG rated movie a young boy finds a mysterious enchanted egg and when it hatches it will set in motion an adventure that will take him on the journey of a lifetime as the sea creature of Scottish legend is born. Snacks provided. 301-884-2211
LEGO Beach Fun
Thursday, August 12, 2-4 PM, Lexington Park Library
Children will create beach “stuff” with LEGOs while listening to a beach story. LEGOs provided. Free.
301-863-8188
TAG (Teen Advisory Group) Meeting
Thursday, August 12
5-6 PM, Charlotte Hall Library, 301-884-2211
5:30-6:30 PM, Leonardtown Library, 301-475-2846
Teens can help plan fun teen programs and meet other teens. Snacks provided.
Intermediate Microsoft Word 2007 Class
Tuesday, August 17, 5:30-7:30 PM, Lexington Park Library
Adults can enhance their basic skills and knowledge of Word 2007. More advanced skills and aspects such as formatting, tables, and lists will be covered. Clip art and graphics will be introduced. Working knowledge of Word is a prerequisite. Free. Registration required. 301-863-8188
Free Family Movie—The Water Horse
Wed, August 18, 2 PM, Leonardtown Library
In this PG rated movie a young boy finds a mysterious enchanted egg and when it hatches it will set in motion an adventure that will take him on the journey of a lifetime as the sea creature of Scottish legend is born. Snacks provided. 301-475-2846
Book Discussion
Thursday, August 19, 7:00 PM, Leonardtown Library
Discussion of Audrey Niffenegger’s book, The Time Traveler’s Wife. 301-475-2846
Book Discussion
Monday, August 30, 7:00 PM, Charlotte Hall Library
Discussion of Jennifer Lee Carrell’s book, Interred with Their Bones. 301-884-2211
