Book Discussions and Author Visits
Join us for monthly book discussions and special author visits!
LexiCon Live
LexiCon is an event for people of all ages who love comic books, science fiction, fantasy, gaming, and superheroes! This year, we’ll have a blast with pop music themed activities, crafts, and our cosplay contest! See all the details about LexiCon.
Upcoming Events
If you need special accommodations for any Library event or program, please submit our Accommodations Request form as soon as possible. Learn the basics of threading and operating a sewing machine to make your own herb scented sachet! No experience needed and all materials provided. Classes are a way to get started but are not required before using our sewing machines. Visit our Makerspace during open hours to use one of the sewing machines available for self-guided customer use. We have the sewing machines and all the tools you'll need, just bring your own material and pattern! Note for minors: Teenagers are welcome in our Makerspace classes! Customers aged 14+ can use the Makerspace without a guardian present; younger customers need an adult present at all times while visiting the Makerspace It’s a family event! All ages can have fun learning Spanish while playing Loteria, a fun Bingo game. Fun prizes for the winners! ¡Es un evento familiar! Todas las edades pueden divertirse aprendiendo inglés mientras juegan a Lotería, un divertido juego de Bingo. ¡Premios divertidos para los ganadores! Join us for a morning of Loteria (Mexican Bingo) for all ages! The bingo boards have colorful pictures with Spanish words labeling the picture. Pictures will be called in Spanish and translated to English, giving you an opportunity to learn new Spanish or English words! Únase a nosotros para una mañana de Lotería para todas las edades! Los tableros de bingo tienen imágenes que se llamarán en español y se traducirán al inglés, ¡dándote la oportunidad de aprender nuevas palabras en español o inglés! Registration is Recommended. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. Se recomienda registrarse. Se admiten personas sin cita previa según lo permita el espacio. A book discussion series for veterans led by Vietnam Veteran Wayne Karlin. Registration required; space is limited. For more information contact Kimberlé Fields at 301-863-8188 or kfields@stmalib.org. This book discussion series is tailored for veterans and their families. Service members of all eras, their spouses, and adult children are welcome. Author and retired college professor Wayne Karlin will lead us through conversations about books written in very different styles but connected by themes of war, courage, love, honor, and trauma. Meetings will be held at Lexington Park library on the first Saturday of the month from 2-4 p.m. Supplies are limited; participants may pick up a copy of the book one month before the meetings. The Veterans Book Group is coordinated statewide by Maryland Humanities and is presented locally in partnership with St. Mary’s County Library. Veterans Book Group is supported this year by St. Mary’s County Library. BOOK LIST February 07 - With the Old Breed: at Peleliu and Okinawa by Eugene Sledge Based on notes Sledge secretly kept in a copy of the New Testament, With the Old Breed captures with utter simplicity and searing honesty the experience of a soldier in the fierce Pacific Theater. Here is what saved, threatened, and changed his life. Here, too, is the story of how he learned to hate and kill—and came to love—his fellow man. “In all the literature on the Second World War, there is not a more honest, realistic or moving memoir than Eugene Sledge’s. This is the real deal, the real war: unvarnished, brutal, without a shred of sentimentality or false patriotism, a profound primer on what it actually was like to be in that war. It is a classic that will outlive all the armchair generals’ safe accounts of—not the ‘good war’—but the worst war ever.”—Ken Burns March 07 - Seeking Quan Am: A Dual Memoir by Susan R. Dixon and Mark Smith What happens when a two-tour Vietnam veteran tries to talk to an anti-war activist decades after the war has ended? Will buried memories, simmering resentment, and divisive stereotypes sabotage their effort? Has too much time passed? Mark M. Smith chose to enlist in the Army after his high school graduation in 1966 and to serve in Vietnam as an infantryman with the First Air Cavalry. He wanted to experience war directly, to feel what it was like to come under fire—and he got his wish. His high school classmate Susan R. Dixon had seen the physical effects of world wars, the Six Day War in Israel, and even the French Revolution during her travels in Europe and the Middle East. She also witnessed the emotional effects of the Civil War and world wars in generations of her own family. She opposed the war Mark chose to fight in. When Mark and Susan reconnected in 2012, Mark needed an editor for the writing he had done immediately after the war. Susan had become interested in how the trauma of the Vietnam War had affected not just the veterans, but those who witnessed the war indirectly. Together they journeyed into memory and toward modern Vietnam, with no guarantees where that journey would take them. April 04 - Street Without Joy: The French Debacle in Indochina by Bernard Fall First published in 1961 by Stackpole Books, Street without Joy is a classic of military history. Journalist and scholar Bernard Fall vividly captured the sights, sounds, and smells of the brutal— and politically complicated—conflict between the French and the Communist-led Vietnamese nationalists in Indochina. The French fought to the bitter end, but even with the lethal advantages of a modern military, they could not stave off the Viet Minh insurgency of hit-and-run tactics, ambushes, booby traps, and nighttime raids. The final French defeat came at Dien Bien Phu in 1954, setting the stage for American involvement and a far bloodier chapter in Vietnam‘s history. Fall combined graphic reporting with deep scholarly knowledge of Vietnam and its colonial history in a book memorable in its descriptions of jungle fighting and insightful in its arguments. After more than a half a century in print, Street without Joy remains required reading. May 02 - An Artist's Legacy by Khanh Ha Amid the raging Indochina War war blossoms a love story when an artist/reporter meets a singer/performer who travels with an entertainment troupe to the valley of Dien Bien Phu for the climactic confrontation between the Viet Minh and the French Union. The lovers become separated after the victory of Đien Bien Phu when the artist is sent to South Viet Nam to fight the American Viet Nam War. They meet again 40 years later in that valley called Đien Bien Phu. His solitary soul is reunited with his truelove. It is a simple love story that transcends cultural barriers. An Artist's Legacy is a lush, evocative, epic journey, from a love story amid the horror of war to the muted anguish of death and destruction. It carries the quality of Tree of Smoke in a foreign historical setting and an epic sense of Love in the Time of Cholera. June 06 - Robert E. Lee and Me: A Southerner's Reckoning with the Myth of the Lost Cause by Ty Seidule Ty Seidule grew up revering Robert E. Lee. From his southern childhood to his service in the U.S. Army, every part of his life reinforced the Lost Cause myth: that Lee was the greatest man who ever lived, and that the Confederates were underdogs who lost the Civil War with honor. Now, as a retired brigadier general and Professor Emeritus of History at West Point, his view has radically changed. From a soldier, a scholar, and a southerner, Ty Seidule believes that American history demands a reckoning. In a unique blend of history and reflection, Seidule deconstructs the truth about the Confederacy—that its undisputed primary goal was the subjugation and enslavement of Black Americans—and directly challenges the idea of honoring those who labored to preserve that system and committed treason in their failed attempt to achieve it. Part history lecture, part meditation on the Civil War and its fallout, and part memoir, Robert E. Lee and Me challenges the deeply-held legends and myths of the Confederacy—and provides a surprising interpretation of essential truths that our country still has a difficult time articulating and accepting. Photo by Ron Carver Learn how to improve vegetable yields while reducing gardening costs, avoiding heavy tools, and minimizing space requirements using the Square Foot Gardening Method! Square Foot Gardening is perfect for small spaces, first time gardeners, and anyone looking for a simple, effective way to plan your garden! Gardeners at all experience levels are invited to learn the basics of this technique and apply it to your garden for years to come! Note: This class will be held at the Lexington Manor Passive Park Community Garden. In the event of inclement weather, this class will be held at the Lexington Park Library. Register to receive notice of change in venue. This program is made possible with support from the Lexington Manor Passive Park Community Garden and the University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener program. This workshop may qualify for continuing education hours for Master Gardeners. Unlock your crafting potential by learning how to use the Cricut cutting machine to make your own laminated wildflower book mark with vinyl embellishments! This introductory, in-person class will cover how to use the Cricut Maker 3, an electronic die-cutting machine, to make clean and precise cuts on acetate and adhesive vinyl to create a wildflower bookmark. Participants will also learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs. No experience necessary, all materials provided. Everyone is welcome to visit the Leonardtown Library Makerspace during open hours to use the Cricut to create whatever you can imagine! Customers need to have their own Cricut Design Space online account and bring their own material, but we have all the equipment and tools you'll need! Visit the Makerspace webpage to see open hours and learn about all the Makerspace has to offer. Note for minors: Teenagers are welcome in our Makerspace classes! Customers aged 14+ can use the Makerspace without an adult present; younger customers need an adult present at all times while visiting the Makerspace. Register with an email address to receive the link to a trivia game and test your knowledge! The game is multiple choice questions and speed matters! Registration for each week ends at 5 p.m. on Mondays. After 5 p.m., registrants will be emailed a link to that week's trivia. You will have until Thursday at 5 p.m. to complete the game, then you'll receive an email with the full results. Trivia uses Kahoot, accessible through any internet browser, no account needed. May the 4th be with you as we make Vader and droid bookmarks to celebrate this unofficial holiday. Register to reserve your spot. Walk-ins welcome as space and materials allow. May the 4th be with you as we make Vader and droid bookmarks to celebrate this holiday. Learn the basics of Microsoft Office’s computer spreadsheet application in this introductory class. Excel is most often used to make lists or calculate columns of numbers. We will get you started with the basics like creating, saving, and formatting the spreadsheets. This class does not result in Microsoft certification. Computer Skills needed for this class: Mouse and keyboard Register to reserve your spot and receive a reminder email. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. Representatives from SMC Recreation & Parks will be in the lobby with information about their programs, facilities, services, and events, as well as to answer any questions you may have. St. Mary's County Recreation & Parks strives to provide an enriched quality of life for the community through preservation of natural, cultural and historical resources, enhancement of parks and outdoor spaces, and promotion of a variety of leisure experiences. Come talk to them about their current events, programs, parks, trails, and more! Stop by the library on the first Wednesday of each month to meet with St. Mary’s Adult Medical Day Care and learn about respite care options available. Stop by the library on the first Wednesday of each month to meet with St. Mary’s Adult Medical Day Care and learn about respite care options available. St. Mary’s Adult Medical Day Care offers provides s a place for socialization, rehabilitation, meaningful activities, and a strong sense of community. Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. 20331 Point Lookout Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 Stop the Bleed is a national public health campaign initiated by the U.S. Department of Defense to empower everyday people to act as immediate responders in life-threatening bleeding emergencies. The campaign encourages bystanders to become trained, equipped, and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. It aims to inform the general public about basic trauma care techniques to stop or slow bleeding during emergencies. You will be taught different methods of tourniquet application and bleeding control to stop massive hemorrhage and life-threatening bleeding. This class is provided in partnership with the Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Patuxent River. Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. 21895 Pegg Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653 Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. 46472 Admiral Lane, Lexington Park, MD 20653 Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange. Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects, invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener! Stop by with your plant samples and questions! Register for Virtual Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club - Malka Older novellas Each month we will discuss a different fantasy or science fiction.
May's books are two novellas by Malka Older The Mimicking of Known Successes Find the books in our catalog by clicking on the titles above. Register for Intro to 3D Printing Have you ever wanted something 3D printed at the library, but weren't sure how? Now is your chance to learn! This introductory course will cover the basics of how a 3D printer works and how to use PrusaSlicer software. Learn how to find ready-to-print files online and submit them to the Library for printing. No prior experience is needed. This is an in-person class held in the Computer Lab Makerspace. Join the Advanced Book Arts Waitlist Take your crafting to the next level by assembling and binding your own custom journal from scratch.
Registration is required. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll layer paper, fold signatures, and use traditional stitching techniques with a needle and thread to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind journal. We’ll also explore using a bone folder (or popsicle stick!) to sharpen folds and finish your book with care. This free event offers both experienced and new gardeners a chance to add native plants to their yards. In doing so, you will be creating habitat for our native birds, bees and butterflies. If you're new to gardening with native plants, this event is the place to get started! Meet and chat with native-plant enthusiasts, view native plants in the Front Yard gardens, and take home free plants and seeds! If you're an experienced native gardener, please spread the joy by bringing your favorite plants and seeds to swap and share. Strange as it sounds, we're trying to prevent the spread of invasive weeds and jumping worms, so please follow these simple steps when bringing your plants to the event: Dig up your plants. An all-ages chess social hang-out! Drop in and out to play as needed, no experience required. Staff will be available to assist those who haven't played before. Register for Introduction to Google Drive Ever wonder what exactly is Google Drive? Or want to use it for more than just saving items on your phone?
We will review what Google Drive is, as well as how to upload, create, and organize your files. Please bring your Gmail address, password, and cell phone. This class does not result in certification. Computer Skills needed for this class: Internet searching Register to reserve your spot and receive a reminder email. Please use the Add More People button to register every person who will be attending. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. If you've been struggling to get in time to read those last few chapters or if you have been looking for some quiet time to really sink into the good part of a book, come join us for Silent Book Club! If you've been struggling to get in time to read those last few chapters or if you have been looking for some quiet time to really sink into the good part of a book, come join us for Silent Book Club! It's all the community of a book club, but without the pressure of discussion. Participants can bring their book, drinks, and snacks to come and dedicate some time to reading. There will be a chance to swap recommendations and chat half-way through, but if you just got to a juicy part, you could easily keep your head down. It's the perfect opportunity to dedicate time for a little shelf-care. Join the Connect and Converse Waitlist Do you enjoy doing arts & crafts, playing board games, and making new friends? Connect and Converse might be the event for you! We meet on the second Monday of the month to make a craft, play a game, and listen to music. Our activities for this month are suncatchers and a memory match card game. This event is intended for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities as well as their friends, family, and caregivers. Registration is required for attendees. Please use the Add More People button to register every person who will be attending. Therapy animals from Pets on Wheels are visiting the library! Friends of all ages are invited to practice reading with a furry friend, or just enjoy some pets and snuggles. Art doesn't have to be intimidating, or time consuming. Instead, it can be a chance to explore creativity, the ability to make mistakes, and an opportunity to try something new. Each session will feature a small art and/or craft project that can be completed in an hour to an hour and a half. Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange. Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects, invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener! Stop by with your plant samples and questions. Register for Administración del Seguro Social: Beneficios por incapacidad Administración del Seguro Social provee protección para los trabajadores y sus familias. El programa provee ingreso mensual a las personas mayores de edad, los trabajadores que sufren de una incapacidad, niños con incapacidades y las familias en las que fallece un cónyuge o padre. Le invitamos a esta presentación virtual para obtener más información sobre los beneficios por discapacidad, los requisitos de elegibilidad y el proceso de solicitud. Presentado por Diana Varela, Especialista en Relaciones Publicas, Administración del Seguro Social. Preguntas y respuestas después de la presentación. Este evento no será grabado. Register for Social Security Administration: Disability Benefits The Social Security Administration provides protection for workers and their families. Programs provide monthly income to seniors, workers with a disability, children with disabilities, and families in which a spouse or parent has died. We invite you to this virtual presentation to learn more about disability benefits, eligibility requirements, and the application process. Presentation by Diana Varela, Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration followed by Q&A. This event will not be recorded. Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. Maritime Building Ready to trade confusion for confidence?
In this series, we'll cover the practical, real-world skills every emerging and young adult needs to navigate independence.
This month we are discussing financial planning with Laura Hyatt of First Command Financial Services, Inc. Investing can be complicated –but it doesn’t have to be. We believe there are a handful of guiding principles that can help simplify your financial journey and keep you on track for your goals. Though success is never guaranteed, it is often the natural consequence of consistently applying proven fundamentals. During this presentation, we will review five timeless principles of investing which are proven and easy to apply. And stay tuned for more Adulting Classes with topics like, basic home repairs, mastering professional communication, health and wellness, and how to get involved in your community. Stop guessing, start growing! Whether you have been stitching for years, or you just want to learn, join fellow crafters who love all things fabric and fiber.
Register to receive email/text reminders. Walk-in's welcome! Open to knitters, crocheters, quilters, embroiderers, cross-stitchers, and any other kind of needleworkers. Bring your current project, mingle with like-minded makers, and swap patterns, ideas, and tips. Basic supplies available, if needed. All skill levels welcome. No registration required. Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. 24400 Mervell Dean Rd, Hollywood, MD 20636 Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. 23154 Wetstone Ln., California, MD 20619 SMCHD will be providing community members with a variety of health department resources for programs. They will provide information about tobacco cessation programs, free colon cancer screenings, colonoscopies, and mammograms programs, health insurance/Medicaid information, information about asthma programs, and so much more. Stop by and say hello - you'll get a chance to spin their trivia question wheel to learn more about how to stay healthy and will be able to enter a raffle to win a free item! Enjoy learning more about how to take charge of you and your loved ones' health and wellness! Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. 21905 Chancellors Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 The Maryland Food Bank’s Mobile Market is coming to visit! Stop by to shop from our “grocery store on wheels” and receive free nonperishable food items, fresh produce, and other non-food necessities while supplies last. Come learn how to crochet with a fun and simple craft perfect for any reader. Materials (such as yarn and hooks) and instructions will be provided. No experience is necessary! This is the perfect project for anyone wanting to get the hang of crocheting for the first time or for anyone wanting to get back into crocheting after a long break. We'll go over basic stitches and everyone will leave with the skills necessary to finish their bookworm, even if they aren't able to finish it by the end. Join the Adaptive Art Studio for Adults with Cognitive Disabilities Waitlist Learn about Pointillism. We'll have an example art piece to talk about and then we'll each create our own version of the piece! No experience needed and all materials will be provided. This program is intended for adults with cognitive disabilities and their caregivers. You will only need to register the adult participant not the accompanying caregiver. Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. 13820 Point Lookout Rd, Ridge, MD 20680 Register for Introduction to Ancestry.com Library Edition Interested in starting your genealogical research but do not know how to start? Join us as we provide an overview of Ancestry Library Edition, a free service available at St. Mary's County Library. Ancestry is one of the most well known and most utilized genealogical databases. St. Mary’s County Library offers this service free to anyone in the Library, allowing individuals to perform their research. During this introductory class, we will offer answers and clarification, along with a tutorial of how to use Ancestry to research one’s own genealogy and family history. We will cover understanding the sources provided, identifying where to acquire more information, and learning how to get started using Ancestry. This session is open to anyone, regardless of experience. We look forward to seeing you! Catch us on stage for LexiCon Live! We will have a blast with live performance-based activities, crafts, and of course, our cosplay contest! Keep an eye out for more information about our redebut! Want to help out with LexiCon? We are looking for volunteers for set up on Friday, May 15, 2026 and for a variety of tasks on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Volunteer Application Form Interested in vending? Please review the policies and apply to be a vendor here: Vendor Application Form Registration for the Digital Photocard Decorating class and the Lexicon Dungeons & Dragons - A K-Pop Demon Hunters Inspired Adventure (10:00am - 11:30am) or (1:00pm - 2:30pm) will open two weeks prior to Lexicon on May 02, 2026. Please sign up for just one D&D session—we have limited space and want as many as possible to play! Follow the links below to see some of our LexiCon programs of the past few years! Join the Lexicon Dungeons & Dragons Waitlist Join us for a unique K-Pop D&D Adventure where the show doesn’t go as planned.
No experience needed—all materials provided.
Participants must be 8 or older.
You are members of the rising idol group Glowspell, preparing to take the stage in front of a massive crowd. But before the performance can begin, something goes wrong—the music is stolen. A mischievous supernatural being named Tokki has taken it, turning your concert into a chaotic, reality-bending trial. When the curtain rises, the fans are still cheering… but now you must fight, perform, and reclaim your sound while the audience believes it’s all part of the act. Balance the spotlight and the chaos as the stage itself becomes part of the challenge. This beginner-friendly one-shot blends music, storytelling, and action into a fast-paced, unforgettable experience. Please only register for one D&D event during Lexicon, we have limited space and want everyone to play! Register for Digital Photocard Decorating Want to collect and decorate K-Pop photocards but don't have the supplies? Learn to design them digitally! This class will cover creating and editing your own photocards using Canva. Want to collect and decorate K-Pop photocards but don't have the supplies? Learn to design them digitally! This class will cover creating and editing your own photocards using Canva. The instruction portion will focus on a variety of basic skills while decorating photocards for each member of HUNTRX from K-Pop Demon Hunters and will be followed by an open workshop where participants can make photocards of anyone they like! This class is best suited for teens and adults. Computer skills necessary for this class: Mouse and keyboard Please bring your Canva account login information or a way to access your email so you can set up an account during the class! Register for Lexicon Dungeons & Dragons Join us for a unique K-Pop D&D Adventure where the show doesn’t go as planned.
No experience needed—all materials provided.
Participants must be 8 or older. You are members of the rising idol group Glowspell, preparing to take the stage in front of a massive crowd. But before the performance can begin, something goes wrong—the music is stolen. A mischievous supernatural being named Tokki has taken it, turning your concert into a chaotic, reality-bending trial. When the curtain rises, the fans are still cheering… but now you must fight, perform, and reclaim your sound while the audience believes it’s all part of the act. Balance the spotlight and the chaos as the stage itself becomes part of the challenge. This beginner-friendly one-shot blends music, storytelling, and action into a fast-paced, unforgettable experience. Please only attend one D&D event during Lexicon, we have limited space and want everyone to play! A representative of the Maryland Dept. of Labor will be in the lobby to connect veterans and the general public to employment services. Learn about connections to employers, connections to the DVA, health services, veterans resources, assistance for homeless veterans, and more! Register with an email address to receive the link to a trivia game and test your knowledge! The game is multiple choice questions and speed matters! Registration for each week ends at 5 p.m. on Mondays. After 5 p.m., registrants will be emailed a link to that week's trivia. You will have until Thursday at 5 p.m. to complete the game, then you'll receive an email with the full results. Trivia uses Kahoot, accessible through any internet browser, no account needed. Join the Puzzle Prints! Waitlist Bring in a cherished photo and create a puzzle to challenge and delight friends and family! Bring a photo from home, create your own artwork during the program, or use one of our pre-made designs. We will provide blank puzzles and the sublimation oven that will bake your chosen piece directly onto the front of the 48 piece puzzle (7.5 '' x 5.1''). Register for The Bill of Rights The Bill of Rights describes individual liberties that we have as Americans, but how can we interpret this 234-year-old document? To find out, join our presentation with Dr. Jim Gibb. Some of the leading proponents of the US Constitution refused, in the end, to sign it. One major impediment: no enumeration of rights. Commitment to amending the Constitution with a Bill of Rights ultimately led to ratification. Where did the concept of a bill, or list, or rights originate? Whose rights? How do we interpret those rights, each of those first ten amendments constituting the Bill of Rights being brief and, in many respects, vague? This presentation will be held live over Zoom. It will also be recorded and uploaded to the St. Mary's County Library YouTube channel. If you would like to attend this event live and/or watch the recording, please register with an email address to receive the Zoom link the day before the event. The YouTube link to the recording will be emailed to everyone who registers for this program. Are you interested in researching the lives of your ancestors? Do you watch "Finding Your Roots" and wonder how they find all that information? Members of the St. Mary's County Genealogical Society will be available to give beginners guidance on how to get started. Or if you've already begun they can assist on planning the next step to expand your research. Register for Upcycled Tin Can Pocket Posy Transform ordinary tin cans into charming pocket posies perfect for brightening any window or nook. Guided step‑by‑step, you’ll learn how to découpage upcycled tin cans with colorful paper, attach decorative hooks, and then fill them with fresh or dried blooms and playful accents. This artistic session blends sustainability with creativity, giving you a charming, portable garden accessory that sways with the breeze. Come craft, connect, and leave with a unique, hand‑made treasure to brighten any indoor or outdoor space. This event is for adults. MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Community Health Advocates will be in the lobby to talk about health and wellness services throughout the hospital, and to provide blood pressure and other screenings. They will also provide information about ways that Access Health can help with overcoming barriers such as transportation, housing, food insecurity, insurance, benefit applications, and more. The St. Mary’s County Circuit Court offers a free Family Law Self Help Legal Clinic to provide legal assistance/advice regarding family law.
Come for a one-on-one session with an attorney to discuss matters such as custody, visitation, divorce, child support, name change, guardianship, and domestic violence. First Come First Serve. No appointments - walk-ins only. Contact Person: Claire Langeluttig, Family Services Coordinator Email: claire.langeluttig@mdcourts.gov NOTE: Dates are subject to change without prior notice. Please contact Claire Langeluttig to confirm dates. We recommend getting to the library by 5:30pm to sign in. Please note that the attorney must leave by 7:30pm Register for Virtual Romance Book Club: Love, Lies, and Cherry Pie Each month we will discuss a different romance novel. Register to receive the zoom link for the discussion. May's Title is Love, Lies, and Cherry Pie by Jackie Lau Representatives will be here to educate and assist those who are seeking low-cost or free health insurance options through Maryland Health Connection. Seedco enrollment counselors will be available to educate and assist with Maryland Health Connection accounts. Call Seedco at 1-855-339-3007 for more information. https://seedco.org/marylandhealth/ https://www.marylandhealthconnection.gov/ Do you have a preschool-aged child? Come learn about the St. Mary's County Head Start Center-Based Program, which focuses on preparing children for kindergarten. Representatives from Head Start will be available to talk about their services, enrollment, and answer any questions you may have. Register for Cozy Mystery Book Club Join us to discuss a different cozy mystery on the 3rd Thursday of each month at the Leonardtown Library. Be ready to talk about a genre that puts us all at ease while keeping us on our toes. This month we'll be answering the question of "what antique is worth killing for?" with The Antique Hunter's Guide to Murder by C. L. Miller, their debut novel and the first in the Antique Hunter's series. Freya Lockwood is shocked to learn that Arthur Crockleford, antiques dealer and her estranged mentor, has died under rather strange circumstances. She has spent the last twenty years avoiding her quaint English hometown, but now has no choice to return when she receives a letter from Arthur himself, sent days before his mysterious death, asking her to investigate. After joining up with her eccentric Aunt Carole, Freya follows the clues and finds herself at an old manor house for a so-called antiques enthusiast's weekend. But not all is as it seems. It's clear to Freya that these antiques are all poor reproductions and her fellow guests seem to be nothing but secretive and menacing. What is going on at this estate and how does it connect to Arthur? Can Freya and Carole discover the truth before the killer strikes again? Find a copy in our catalog or download an eBook or digital audiobook on Libby or the Palace Project! Register for Headshots at the Library Get a FREE headshot photo taken at our Library! Want to give your personal branding a boost? Here's your chance to get a free, polished digital headshot to use your way: LinkedIn, Teams, work email, personal and business marketing, announcements, and social media. Grab an appointment time while they last! Recommended attire includes neutral colors and to avoid clothing with logos. Registration will open May 7. Registration will open on May 7, 2026 Enjoy an afternoon of creativity and nostalgia! Put your building skills to the test with our LEGO Design Challenge. Every month features a fresh theme, giving you the chance to create unique sculptures that will be showcased in the library for the community to enjoy. Our current theme is Prehistoric. From Jurrasic giants to ancient landscapes—let's see what you can excavate from the LEGO bins! Please note that all creations are temporary; once the display concludes, pieces are returned to the collection for future builders. Ages 16+ Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. 21078 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653 Registration will open on May 9, 2026 Expand your literary palate in a fun, interactive “fine‑dining” style experience! Looking for a new book but wish you could sample a few before deciding? Nibble at different genres before committing, then take your order to go at the checkout counter! Snack‑only vibes – no full‑course meals, just tasty bites to enjoy while you savor new books. Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. Intersection of McCool Dr. and Clark St., California, MD 20619 Pick a game to play from our Board Game Buffet!
Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. Intersection of Smith St., and Scobee St., California, MD 20619 The Library is closed in observance of Memorial Day. Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects, invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener! Stop by with your plant samples and questions. Registration will open on May 12, 2026 Want to showcase your love for your fandom? This series will show you how to make your own fan merch for whatever it is you love! This session will be about designing and making charms. Thinking about buying a house? Come have a friendly, no-pressure chat with Amy Scott, Owner of OE Realty, and her team about buying a home in Maryland.
Registration required. Walk-in's accepted if space allows. The OE Realty team will walk you through the home buying process, explain key terms, and share loan options—including Homebuyer Education for First Time Homebuyers in Maryland. Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange. Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. 13723 Point Lookout Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653 Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. 47550 Mill Field Dr., St. Mary's City, MD 20686 Registration will open on May 13, 2026 Stop the Bleed is a national public health campaign initiated by the U.S. Department of Defense to empower everyday people to act as immediate responders in life-threatening bleeding emergencies. The campaign encourages bystanders to become trained, equipped, and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. It aims to inform the general public about basic trauma care techniques to stop or slow bleeding during emergencies. You will be taught different methods of tourniquet application and bleeding control to stop massive hemorrhage and life-threatening bleeding. This class is provided in partnership with the Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Patuxent River. The St. Mary’s County Circuit Court offers a free Family Law Self Help Legal Clinic to provide legal assistance/advice regarding family law.
Come for a one-on-one session with an attorney to discuss matters such as custody, visitation, divorce, child support, name change, guardianship, and domestic violence. First Come First Serve. No appointments - walk-ins only. Contact Person: Claire Langeluttig, Family Services Coordinator Email: claire.langeluttig@mdcourts.gov NOTE: Dates are subject to change without prior notice. Please contact Claire Langeluttig to confirm dates. We recommend getting to the library by 5:30pm to sign in. Please note that the attorney must leave by 7:30pm Everyone needs a bit of time to relax and create. Come and paint with your fellow library users. Chat and make friends, or paint on your own - however you feel that day. Interested in learning more about using the internet?
Almost everything is online these days - from government forms to shopping. Being able to use the Internet is now an essential skill to live and work in today's world. Get better acquainted with the online world and learn how to safely use it to fit your needs. Register to reserve your spot and receive a reminder email. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. Registration will open on May 15, 2026 Want to try out an exercise class but don't know where to start? Start here! The Library will host beginner exercise classes for the community to try out and explore. All you need is your enthusiasm. No equipment needed, just bring yourself. April 29: Pilates May 29: Yoga June 23: Pilates July 22: Fitness 101 Seminar
Sewing Machine 101: Summer Sachet
Lotería (Bingo) for Everyone!: Bilingual Spanish & English
Veterans Book Group
Square Foot Gardening
Cricut Crafts: Wildflower Bookmarks
Trivia Mondays
May the 4th Be with Your Bookmark
May the 4th Be Your Bookmark
Intro to Microsoft Excel
St. Mary's County Recreation & Parks
St. Mary’s Adult Medical Day Care
Mobile Library Stop at St. Mary's Caring Soup Kitchen
Stop The Bleed Training
Mobile Library Stop at Lexington Park Senior Apartments
Mobile Library Stop at Patuxent Cove Apartments
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
Ask a Master Gardener Plant Clinic
Virtual Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club - Malka Older novellas
The Imposition of Unnecessary Obstacles
Intro to 3D Printing
Advanced Book Arts
Bring your favorite papers or notebooks to incorporate, or use the materials we provide. If you’ve enjoyed our earlier journal crafting sessions, this is the perfect way to deepen your skills and make something truly special. Let’s keep creating—one stitch at a time. Native Plant Swap and Seed Swap: at the Front Yard
Shake the dirt off the roots.
Gently rinse the roots clean.
Label each plant (include the botanical name if you can).
Bring them to the Swap & Share in a bucket of water or wrapped in wet paper and tucked in a plastic bag.
For more information, contact Liz Curtz, Friends of St Clements Bay, at curtzeli@gmail.com or Marlene Smith, Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay, @ nikhaven@comcast.net
Participating partners include St. Mary's County Master Gardeners, Butterfly Alley, the Leonardtown Butterfly Trail, Friends of St Clements Bay, Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay, and the St. Mary's County Garden Club.
Lexington Park Chess Day
Introduction to Google Drive
Silent Book Club
Connect and Converse
Paws to Read
Art to Unwind
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
Master Gardeners Plant Clinic
Administración del Seguro Social: Beneficios por incapacidad
Social Security Administration: Disability Benefits
Mobile Library Stop at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum
44720 Lighthouse Rd., Piney Point, MD 20674Adulting Class: Financial Planning
Common Thread
Mobile Library Stop at St. Mary's Adult Medical Daycare
Mobile Library Stop at Wildewood Village Event Center
St. Mary's County Health Department: Lobby Visit
Mobile Library Stop at Loffler Senior Center
Maryland Food Bank Mobile Market
Beginner Crochet: Bookworm Bookmarks
Adaptive Art Studio for Adults with Cognitive Disabilities
Mobile Library Stop at Ridge Volunteer Fire Department
Introduction to Ancestry.com Library Edition
LexiCon Live!
Register for the cosplay contest here: Cosplay Contest Lexicon Dungeons & Dragons: A K-Pop Demon Hunters Inspired Adventure
Digital Photocard Decorating
Lexicon Dungeons & Dragons: A K-Pop Demon Hunters Inspired Adventure
Veteran Employment Services: Lobby Visit
Veteran Services - Workforce Development & Adult LearningTrivia Mondays
Puzzle Prints!
The Bill of Rights: Towards a More Perfect Union: A Series
St. Mary's County Genealogical Society
Upcycled Tin Can Pocket Posy
MedStar St. Mary's Community Health Advocates
St. Mary's County Family Law Court Help Clinic
Phone: 301-475-4200 ext 4110Virtual Romance Book Club: Love, Lies, and Cherry Pie
Get Covered Clinic: Maryland Health Connection Enrollment Assistance:Lobby Visit
If you need assistance, don't forget to bring these items:
Head Start
Cozy Mystery Book Club
Headshots at the Library
LEGO Design Challenge: Prehistoric
Mobile Library Stop at Home Grown Farm Market
Book Tasting Brunch
Mobile Library Stop at Columbia Colony
Board Game Buffet
Mobile Library Stop at Challenger Estates
Library Closed
Master Gardeners Plant Clinic
Make Your Own Merch: Charms
Homebuyer Help: Get Your Questions Answered
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
Mobile Library at First Saints Community Food Pantry
Mobile Library at St. Mary's College of Maryland
Stop the Bleed Training
St. Mary's County Family Law Court Help Clinic
Phone: 301-475-4200 ext 4110Open Art Hour
Internet Basics
Computer Skills needed for this class: Mouse and keyboardWork Out at the Library: For Bigger Bodies and Every Body
Please note that library staff may be taking photos of any or all events to use for future library publications. Event participants’ photos may be used without notification or compensation. If you do not feel comfortable having your photo taken, please inform library staff when you arrive to an event.
