Book Discussions and Author Visits
Join us for monthly book discussions and special author visits! See the schedule.
If you need special accommodations for any Library event or program, please submit our Accommodations Request form as soon as possible. The Library is closed in observance of Labor Day Are you drawing Social Security and wondering about recent changes? Talk directly to a representative from the Social Security Administration to get updated information about your current benefits. Social Security Administration specialist, Diana Verela, will present information for those currently drawing benefits for Medicare, Retirement, or Disability, and answer your questions. Do you have questions about using or applying for SSA Disability Benefits? Diana Varela, Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration, will be giving an in person presentation about what the benefits are, eligibility requirements, and the application process followed by Q&A. Is retirement on your horizon? Would you like to know more about Social Security and Medicare benefits so you can make informed decisions about your future? Talk with Diana Varela, Public Affairs Specialist from the Social Security Administration, to learn more about eligibility, timelines, and the application process. 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 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 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 program is also being offered on Friday, November 12th from 2-4 pm. Looking to help your student thrive in school? Dealing with homeschool burnout? Learn all about Library study resources and meet other home teachers!
Registration required because of arts and crafts. We will focus on our library services that are geared towards children and families. This includes help with searching the catalog for different subjects, using our online Homework Helper, our Library Apps, Events that we offer, and so much more! We’ll also go over navigating the library website and a mini tour of the Lexington Park Library. You’ll leave with a whole collection of bookmarks, printouts, and confidence in accessing all the benefits your library card grants you. Kids are welcome to come along! We will have crafts set up to keep them occupied while you learn! 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. Learn how to make your own 3D things! Community health advocates will be in the lobby to talk about health and wellness services through the hospital. Learn about ways that AccessHealth can help with overcoming barriers such as transportation, housing, food insecurity, insurance, benefit applications, and more! 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 Giant Jenga and leaf rubbing art. This event is intended for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities as well as their friends, family, and caregivers. Please register with an email address to receive a reminder email about this event. Walk-ins are welcome. Registration Full 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. Ancestral narratives are a way of sharing family's stories with future generations. Genealogists, no matter their age or experience, will enjoy learning about this useful way of preserving history. This year's One Maryland, One Book selection, Kin: Rooted in Hope, written by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford, reflects the theme, "What We Collect/What We Tell." Their book, written for upper elementary schoolers and up, focuses on the Weatherford's own ancestors who were among the founders of Maryland and gives these individuals voice through enslavement, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. In this program, we'll discuss what ancestral narratives are and the basic steps for recording your own. They can be useful for anything from school assignments to heavy genealogy work. As exemplified by this year's book, they are a great way to pass on the stories of our past in a way that captivates readers. Find your own copy of Kin: Rooted in Hope in our catalog or on our digital apps, Libby and the Palace Project. 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. Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange. 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! Learn about free energy efficiency programs to help your household save money! DHCD's Energy Division currently offers multiple FREE energy programs for low-income families who need important component upgrades and retrofitting of their home to be more energy efficient. These programs are free of charge to Maryland residents whether homeowner or renter. Stop by to learn more! Ask a Master Gardener-Plant Clinics is a program where Master Gardener volunteers, in conjunction with the University of Maryland Extension, provide information to home gardeners. Ask a Master Gardener-Plant Clinics is a program where Master Gardener volunteers, in conjunction with the University of Maryland Extension, provide information to home gardeners. Master Gardeners answer questions, give recommendations, and provide printed information on a variety of gardening subjects. 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 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. Whether you have been creating for years or just started on your journey, join fellow crafters who love all things fabric and fiber. 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. 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. 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 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 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. The Three Oaks Center will connect those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to resources in the tri county that can help them with benefits, mental health, substance abuse, housing, and more. They will also be completing referrals for service on site and collecting paperwork to enroll in their programs and/or offer shelter if available. Each month we will discuss a different fantasy or science fiction novel. September's book is The Village Library Demon-Hunting Society by C.M. Waggoner
Find the book in our catalog Learn to create polished posters and flyers like a pro! Join us for this introductory class to learn how to use Canva, a free, web-based graphic-design tool. We'll get you started with Canva and cover the basics of creating your own promotional flyer. Computer Skills needed for this class: Advanced mouse and keyboard abilities. Register to reserve your spot and receive a reminder email. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. Artist Meagan LeVelle will lead you through the steps of creating a beautiful landscape using acrylic paint. No prior artistic experience needed!
Please wear clothing that can be splattered with paint as acrylic paint does not normally wash out. This program is intended for adults (ages 16 and up). Let's celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month! Join us to experience music, arts & crafts, photo wall, sweet treats, and more to celebrate the rich culture of the Hispanic community. ¡Celebremos el inicio del Mes de la Herencia Hispana! Únase a nosotros para experimentar música, artes y manualidades, paredes fotográficas, dulces y más para celebrar la rica cultura de la comunidad hispana. All are welcome to celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month! Enjoy music, light refreshments, a photo wall with props, arts & crafts, and more. Celebrate the rich contributions and positive influence the Hispanic culture has made. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! Disfrute de música, bebidas y antojitos, una pared fotográfica con accesorios, manualidades y más. Celebre las ricas contribuciones y la influencia positiva que ha tenido la cultura hispana. Karen Stone, Division Manager of the St. Mary's County Museums, is back with new information on the Black Diamond Incident! It has always been said that not a single life was lost during the hunt for John Wilkes Booth. This is said with pride, as it should be. If only it were true. In the 1860’s, life on the Potomac River was quite different than it is today. Instead of the calm open waters, the river was the frontline of battle. The Potomac was the main lifeline out of Washington D.C. and for the federal government it was the dividing line between the warring sections of the North and South. For the people of St. Mary’s County, it was the source of their livelihood and much of their food; and for some, it became their final resting place. This is a story of that river, and of the men whose lives were lost in the aftermath of the Civil War, in the hunt for the presidential assassin John Wilkes Booth. This is for those 87 men and their families, so that they will no longer be forgotten. This event is part of the Southern Maryland 250th Semiquincentennial, Maryland 250th, and America 250th celebration, commemorating Southern Maryland's contributions to our nation's founding. It's wreath-ly almost fall! Welcome the new season by designing your own mini autumn wreath. Meet Cheryl Knott, St. Mary's County native with a unique perspective on the history of the county. Born in 1959 with a physical disability that impacted how she walked, Cheryl's life was dramatically different from other children her age. Hear her story of growing up in a world that was hesitant to make space for her. Register to receive a reminder email; walk-ins welcome. This program is made possible with support from The Arc of Southern Maryland and the St. Mary's County Historical Society. 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. CareFirst will have information on Medicaid, including how to sign up for Medicaid in Maryland, helpful resources, and free giveaway items. 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. As we do every 3 months, this meeting will be BYOB - Bring Your Own Book! Come ready to talk about a cozy mystery that you have been reading recently, a go-to favorite/recommendation, or one that you’re excited to read this year! It can be any cozy book, series, or author that you enjoy. Just come prepared to share and get some good recommendations from your peers. Something you suggest may even be selected for a future book club meeting! A list of all the books that we discuss will be sent out after the meeting. Looking for possible books to read and bring to discuss? Try searching for "cozy mysteries" in our catalog or look for digital downloads on our Libby and the Palace Project apps! Turn terra cotta pots into unique art pieces! The materials for this program will be provided, but please feal free to bring in your own nail polish! If you do want to bring your own, make sure they are not gel polishes. These will flake off during the drying period. Please note: there may be strong fumes during this program. Unlock your crafting potential by learning how to use the Cricut cutting machine to make your own Fall themed votive candle. 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 adhesive vinyl to embellish a Fall themed votive candle. 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 a guardian present; younger customers need an adult present at all times while visiting the Makerspace. Waivers are no longer required. (in person at Middleham & St. Peter's Parish) Join us in person for a panel featuring voices of teens to local leaders, sharing different perspectives on Southern Maryland history. Discover how personal perspectives are developed that shape how you see the past, why those views matter, and how understanding different perspectives can improve your relationships, make you a better leader and help our communities work together more effectively. After the panel, take part in small, guided group discussions to share your own ideas, experiences and stories. How can understanding different perspectives help strengthen Southern Maryland as a community? What practical steps can you and our local leaders take to foster mutual respect, cooperation and a shared sense of place and history? The forum is brought to you by The Big Conversation Partners in Dismantling Racism and Privilege in Southern Maryland. Note When you register, you will be asked for the race with which you identify. This is voluntary. We ask for this to create diversified small groups. The same is true regarding age. Partners: Registration Full 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. Each year, thousands of Marylanders read one book as a community and, this year, the theme we focus on is “What We Collect/What We Tell”. This year's One Maryland, One Book is "Kin: Rooted in Hope" written by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford. Their book focuses on the Weatherford's own ancestors who were among the founders of Maryland and gives these individuals voice through enslavement, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. In this program, we invite you to come and create a photo album. Each participant will receive one 8" x 8" photo album along with access to a variety of crafting supplies including stickers, decorative paper, markers, washi tape, and more. You supply the photos! There is a limit of one photo album per participant. Whether you're capturing generations of memories or starting a new tradition, this program is a perfect opportunity to tell your family’s story through photos and art. Find your own copy of Kin in our catalog or on our digital apps, Libby and the Palace Project. Ask a Master Gardener-Plant Clinics is a program where Master Gardener volunteers, in conjunction with the University of Maryland Extension, provide information to home gardeners. Ask a Master Gardener-Plant Clinics is a program where Master Gardener volunteers, in conjunction with the University of Maryland Extension, provide information to home gardeners. Master Gardeners answer questions, give recommendations, and provide printed information on a variety of gardening subjects. Registration will open on September 8, 2025 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 us virtually with Barb Whipkey, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Lexington Park and LaPlata, MD, to learn about Goldfinch activity. Explore their unique behaviors, migratory patterns, and nesting habits during this engaging virtual event. This presentation will deepen your appreciation for these incredible birds. Part of our ongoing series of virtual events featuring, Barb Whipkey, who is the St. Mary's County Coordinator for the Maryland Bluebird Society. You will receive a Zoom invitation link via email. 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. 47720 College Dr., St. Mary's City, MD 20686 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. 22611 Franklin Delano Roosevelt Blvd., Lexington Park, MD 20653 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 Delve into the captivating world of ancient migrations and explore the journey of our earliest ancestors.
Visit the World on the Move page on our website to learn more about the World on the Move exhibit and additional Library programming. This presentation will explore the journey of our earliest ancestors, unveiling the movements and milestones that have ultimately shaped who we are today, including the pivotal role of Africa as the source of modern humans. Speaker - Sarah Hlubik, Visiting Assistant Professor at St. Mary’s College of Maryland Sarah Hlubik is a paleoarchaeologist specializing in the origins of human behavior, culture, and fire use. Her research focuses on the Koobi Fora region in Kenya, a rich fossil and archaeological area. By examining evidence of fire use and its impact on human evolution, she aims to understand its effect on the broader fire ecology and natural landscapes in the Pleistocene. Migration Journeys with St. Mary’s College of Maryland is a thought-provoking series that will offer valuable insights into the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of people who have traversed our state and nation, continents and oceans. Discover St. Mary's County's rich history through diverse stories of movement, culture, and resilience from Africa, the Caribbean, and Chesapeake through the insights of expert speakers from the St. Mary's College of Maryland's Department of Anthropology on history, music, and more. Next in the series World on the Move: 250,00 years of Human Migration was developed by the American Anthropological Association, together with the Smithsonian’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage and Smithsonian Exhibits. It is administered by the American Library Association’s Public Programs Office. The Three Oaks Center will connect those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to resources in the tri county that can help them with benefits, mental health, substance abuse, housing, and more. They will also be completing referrals for service on site and collecting paperwork to enroll in their programs and/or offer shelter if available. Get a FREE headshot photo taken at our Library! Headshots are a unique service for entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, job seekers, and more. Use your digital photos to enhance your professional portfolio and make your LinkedIn profile stand out among the selfies! Registrants will receive a set of FREE digital high quality headshots. Recommended attire includes neutral colors and to avoid clothing with logos. By appointment only. Registration will open September 4. Learn research skills using our free online resources to celebrate National Cooking Day! Find images through your research to create custom buttons showcasing cultural foods, recipes, and cooking techniques! Participants will use various online databases including the St. Mary's Library's free online resources and the Library of Congress web archives to explore culturally significant foods, recipes, and cooking techniques. We will then use the button maker to create decorative pins with printed photos, snippets of articles, and more. Wear your button and celebrate your knowledge! Each month we will discuss a different romance novel. September's title is A Gamble at Sunset by Vanessa Riley Find the book in our catalog Learn the basics of threading and operating a sewing machine to make your own fall themed mini pillow decoration! 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. Waivers are no longer 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. 21078 Three Notch 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. 21078 Three Notch 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. Intersection of McCool Dr. and Clark St., California, MD 20619 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 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.
Small chess guides will be available for each player for reference. Chess boards will be provided by the library, but feel free to bring your favorite set. 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 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 Registration will open on September 14, 2025 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. Learn more about the library's Cricut Maker and practice cutting adhesive vinyl to create a sparkly keychain! This introductory, hands-on class will cover how to use an electronic die-cutting machine called the Cricut Maker to cut adhesive vinyl to customize a clear acrylic keychain with diamond-inspired design to celebrate the library's 75th anniversary! Participants will also learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs compatible with Cricut cutting machines. No experience necessary, all materials provided. NOTE: This program will be repeated later in the evening on the same day at 5:30pm. Please register for only the afternoon session or the evening session. Learn more about the library's Cricut Maker and practice cutting adhesive vinyl to create a sparkly keychain! This introductory, hands-on class will cover how to use an electronic die-cutting machine called the Cricut Maker to cut adhesive vinyl to customize a clear acrylic keychain with diamond-inspired design to celebrate the library's 75th anniversary! Participants will also learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs compatible with Cricut cutting machines. No experience necessary, all materials provided. NOTE: This program is a repeat of the same event earlier in the afternoon the same day at 1:30pm. Please register for only the afternoon session or the evening session. 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. Delve into the Declaration of Independence with us. What power did it hold? How did it change the course of American history? Dr. Jim Gibb will present on this revolutionary document. While not a legal document as such—it was a declaration of will and lacked the force of law—the Declaration asserted the Second Continental Congress’ theory of government. This theory proposed that government was a trust instrumentality of a society designed to secure members of that society in their persons and property, and to protect their rights to Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. It says nothing about how the new nation would govern itself. This presentation is a conversation about those principles. During this series, we will explore the deficiencies of the initial Articles of Confederation, the further refinement of such ideas as the sovereignty of the People, and the development of our Nation’s “owners’ manual,” the document that instructs government as to its role in American society and the US Constitution’s constraints on government. 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. Registration will open on September 15, 2025 Join Williams, McClernan, & Stack LLC for an overview of estate planning basics and to have your questions answered. Have you ever wondered about the difference between a will and an estate? Or what a power of attorney or advanced directive is? This seminar will go over what these estate planning tools are and how to best use them. And make sure you bring your questions!
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Social Security In Action
Disability Benefits with Social Security Administration
Planning for Retirement with Social Security
Mobile Library Stop at St. Mary's Caring Soup Kitchen
Mobile Library Stop at Lexington Park Senior Apartments
Mobile Library Stop at Patuxent Cove Apartments
Introduction to Ancestry.com Library Edition
Student Success : Educational Resources at your Library
This program is aimed specifically towards homeschoolers & guardians of school age children. 
Intro to 3D Printing
Intro to 3D Printing
AccessHealth at St. Mary's County Hospital: Lobby Visit
Connect and Converse
Trivia Mondays
Introduction to Ancestral Narratives for All Ages: A One Maryland, One Book Program
Paws to Read
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
St. Mary's County Health Department: Lobby Visit
Dept. of Housing & Community Development: Energy Division: Lobby Visit
Ask a Master Gardener-Plant Clinic
Mobile Library Stop at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum
44720 Lighthouse Rd., Piney Point, MD 20674Administración del Seguro Social: Beneficios por incapacidad
Common Thread
Social Security Administration: Disability Benefits
Mobile Library Stop at St. Mary's Adult Medical Daycare
Mobile Library Stop at Wildewood Village Event Center
St. Mary's County Court Help Clinic
Phone: 301-475-4200 ext 4110Mobile Library Stop at Loffler Senior Center
Maryland Food Bank Mobile Market
Three Oaks Center Outreach: Lobby Visit
Virtual Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club
Introduction to Canva - A Graphic Design Tool
Landscape Painting for Any Artist
Celebremos el mes de la Hispanidad: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
The Black Diamond Incident: Local History Talk
Make a Mini Fall Wreath!
Growing Up Different: Navigating Disability in the '60s-'70s
MedStar St. Mary's Community Health Advocates
CareFirst Community Health Plan MD Medicaid: Lobby Visit
Cozy Mystery Book Club
Nail Polish Pots
Cricut Crafts: Vinyl on glass votive candles
Our SoMD History-A Tapestry of Many Voices: The Big Conversation
Also, you will be asked if you are able to negotiate stairs. A few of the small groups will be located on the lower level.
You will receive registration confirmation. Registration closes 2 days prior to the event. Programs are available when you check in the day of the event.
of Calvert County
Trivia Mondays
Crafting Keepsakes: A One Maryland, One Book Program
Ask a Master Gardener-Plant Clinic
Intro to 3D Printing
Good as Gold
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
Mobile Library Stop at First Saints Community Food Pantry
Mobile Library Stop at St. Mary's College of Maryland
Mobile Library Stop at Victory Woods
St. Mary's County Court Help Clinic
Phone: 301-475-4200 ext 4110Ancient Migrations: Our Shared Origins: Migration Journeys with St. Mary's College of Maryland
Music and Memory in the African Diaspora
Thursday, August 28, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Three Oaks Center Outreach: Lobby Visit
Headshots at the Library
Wear Your Research, on a Button!: Button-Making from Database Sources
Virtual Romance Book Club - A Gamble at Sunset
Sewing Machine 101: Mini fall pillow
Mobile Library Stop at Home Grown Farm Market
Mobile Library Stop at Home Grown Farm Market
Mobile Library Stop at Columbia Colony
Mobile Library Stop at Columbia Colony
Lexington Park Chess Day
Mobile Library Stop at Challenger Estates
Mobile Library Stop at Challenger Estates
Lotería (Bingo) for Everyone! Bilingual Spanish & English
Cricut Crafts: Acrylic Keychains - AFTERNOON SESSION
Cricut Crafts: Acrylic Keychains - EVENING SESSION
Art to Unwind
The Declaration of Independence and Principles of Government: Towards a More Perfect Union: A Series
Estate Planning
Please note: This event is not a legal consultation. Williams, McClernan, & Stack LLC will answer general questions, but cannot provide legal advice during this seminar.
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.
