Adult Events Brochure – Winter 2018-2019
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E.S.C.A.P.E. Junk News
Wednesday, March 6, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Lexington Park Library
Feeling lost in today’s media landscape? Join Newseum Education as they tackle buzzwords, bots, and bad actors on social media. In 90 minutes, you’ll get clear definitions of current media terms, practical tools to identify fake and flawed news, and practice with real examples. Register for E.S.C.A.P.E. Junk News.
Author Fair 2019
Saturday, April 27
Lexington Park Library
Presentations by Local Authors – 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Come together and learn with local and aspiring authors. Spend the day discovering new authors and learning how to get started in the writing industry. No registration required. Authors to be announced.
Dare to Dream! Write a Book! – 2 – 4 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to write a book but thought it might be too hard or too expensive to publish? Now there is an easy way to self-publish using a FREE website. Explore easy steps to upload your book file, design a colorful book cover, get an ISBN, revise, order books, upload to Amazon, select sales channels, and upload for Kindle. Presented by Cindy Freland. Register for Dare to Dream!
Veterans' Book Group
When: Friday, February 01, 2019 - 11:30 AM - 1:30 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park Library Meeting Room B
A reading and discussion series for veterans led at the Lexington Park Library by Vietnam veteran, author, and retired College of Southern Maryland professor, Wayne Karlin. Service members of all eras, and their spouses, are welcome. Participants should plan to attend all sessions. Free. Lunch and materials provided. Registration required by Friday, January 26th. To register contact Cecelia Thomas at 301-863-8188, ext 2008 or email cthomas@stmalib.org. The Veterans’ Book Group is coordinated statewide by Maryland Humanities and presented locally in partnership with St. Mary’s County Library. The program was created by the Maine Humanities Council to promote understanding of the military experience and to support returning veterans.
Yoga at the Library
When: Saturday, February 02, 2019 - 9:30 AM - 10:30 AMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park Library Meeting Room B
A Yoga Basics class that is appropriate for all levels of experience. Participants connect with the inner-self and the power of the body's self-healing mechanism. Come and learn how to align the mind, body, and breath as you move your joints through the appropriate range of motion. A yoga practice develops the ability to stay calm during stressful situations as well as repatterning the body's programmed responses. This Yoga Basics class is offered in a relaxed learning environment. Open to all levels of interest and ability. Please bring a yoga mat or a towel. Registration required.
Gayle Danley: Slam Poet
When: Saturday, February 02, 2019 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park Library Meeting Rooms A & B
In celebration of Black History Month, St. Mary’s County Library is excited to host Gayle Danley, a championship poet and grief writer who has won both national and international poetry slam titles.
Danley has a passion for teaching through slam poetry, and has been named the Maryland Library Association’s Poet of the Year for 2018, the Young Audiences of Maryland Artist of the Year, and Young Audiences National Artist of the Year.
In partnership with the St. Mary’s County Branch NAACP #7025, the Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions and the Minority Outreach Coalition
Art on Your Own Terms
When: Monday, February 04, 2019 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park Library Meeting Room B
Dark, winter months got you feeling down? Come brighten your day with a little “art therapy,” and use creativity as your outlet for stress! Experiment with a variety of art supplies, and make a project to take home. Materials provided. Ages 18 and up. No registration required.
Charlotte Hall Book Discussion
When: Monday, February 04, 2019 - 6:45 PM - 7:45 PMWhere: Charlotte Hall Library in Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room
The Charlotte Hall Book Discussion Group will discuss Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann
Copies of the book are available for checkout prior to the discussion. New members are always welcome!
LifeStyles VITA Tax Prep
When: Tuesday, February 05, 2019 - 9:30 AM - 5:30 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library
LifeStyles of Maryland, Inc. will help you file your 2018 federal and state income taxes at no cost. Only available to qualified individuals with an annual income of less than $55,000. Appointments available from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call the Lexington Park Library at 301-863-8188 (press 3) to schedule an appointment.
Planning for Retirement
When: Tuesday, February 05, 2019 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park Library Meeting Room B
How much do you need to retire comfortably? A true retirement number is different for everyone. It depends on factors such as where you'll live and how healthy you'll be as you age. And most challenging of all — how long will you live? While there's no magic amount you should strive to attain, there are some questions you can ask yourself to determine your optimal "number."
This workshop will help you answer those questions, talk about different ways to invest for retirement and more.
Brian E. Koenig will present a class from Consumer Education Services, Inc. (CESI) a non-profit service provider of comprehensive personal financial education and solutions for all life stages and for all of life’s milestones. Their goal is enhanced economic security for everyone we serve. https://www.cesisolutions.org/
Department of Aging and Human Services
When: Wednesday, February 06, 2019 - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lobby
A representative from the Department of Aging and Human Services will be in the foyer to talk about services and upcoming programs for seniors.
Introduction to the Challenges of Beekeeping
When: Wednesday, February 06, 2019 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMWhere: Leonardtown Library in Leonardtown Library Meeting Room
Thinking about keeping bees this year? Join us as Walt Williams, Vice President of the Association of Southern Maryland Beekeepers, returns to the Leonardtown Library for a second time, to talk about beekeeping and its challenges, and explain the importance of beekeeping to our ecosystem.
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
When: Thursday, February 07, 2019 - 9:00 AM - 1:00 PMWhere: Charlotte Hall Library in Parking Lot
Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange.
Yoga at the Library
When: Saturday, February 09, 2019 - 9:30 AM - 10:30 AMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park Library Meeting Room A
A Yoga Basics class that is appropriate for all levels of experience. Participants connect with the inner-self and the power of the body's self-healing mechanism. Come and learn how to align the mind, body, and breath as you move your joints through the appropriate range of motion. A yoga practice develops the ability to stay calm during stressful situations as well as repatterning the body's programmed responses. This Yoga Basics class is offered in a relaxed learning environment. Open to all levels of interest and ability. Please bring a yoga mat or a towel. Registration required.
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
When: Tuesday, February 12, 2019 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMWhere: Leonardtown Library in Parking Lot
Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help, search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange.
Publishing Options for Writers and Illustrators
When: Tuesday, February 12, 2019 - 2:00 PM - 3:30 PMWhere: Leonardtown Library in Leonardtown Library Meeting Room
Christina Allen, local author, illustrator, and winner of five national book awards, will share her experiences with the different publishing options for writers and illustrators. She will speak about the process of self-publishing, publishing with traditional book publishers, and starting her own micro-book publishing house, Corn Crib Publishing. Registration required.
Common Thread
When: Tuesday, February 12, 2019 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park Library Meeting Room A
Whether you have been stitching for years, or you just want to learn, 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.
Walden Pop Up Recovery!
When: Wednesday, February 13, 2019 - 10:30 AM - 12:15 PMWhere: Charlotte Hall Library in Lobby
A representative from Walden will be in the foyer to talk about behavioral health & wellness. Activities provided, games, crafts may be provided.
National Issues Forum: What Should We Do About The Opioid Epidemic?
When: Wednesday, February 13, 2019 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMWhere: Leonardtown Library in Leonardtown Library Meeting Room
National Issues Forums (NIF) is a nonpartisan, nationwide network of locally sponsored public forums for the consideration of public policy issues. It is rooted in the simple notion that people need to come together to reason and talk — to deliberate about common problems.
This National Issues Forum will present three options relating to the question: What Should We Do About the Opioid Epidemic? for deliberation. Each option is based on differing views about what we hold most valuable. Each represents a general direction and suggests a number of actions that can be carried out by different people or groups.
Check out a copy of the guidebook from the Library in advance, and come ready to discuss!
This is a Choose Civility Southern Maryland event.
Dept. of Aging and Human Services Visit
When: Thursday, February 14, 2019 - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AMWhere: Leonardtown Library in Lobby
The Dept. of Aging and Human Services will be in the foyer to talk about services and upcoming programs for seniors.
LifeStyles VITA Tax Prep
When: Tuesday, February 19, 2019 - 9:30 AM - 5:30 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library
LifeStyles of Maryland, Inc. will help you file your 2018 federal and state income taxes at no cost. Only available to qualified individuals with an annual income of less than $55,000. Appointments available from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call the Lexington Park Library at 301-863-8188 (press 3) to schedule an appointment.
Remind Me 2 Days Before EventExplore Your Digital Library
When: Tuesday, February 19, 2019 - 2:30 PM - 4:30 PMWhere: Leonardtown Library in Leonardtown Library Meeting Room
Looking for a great read? Studying for the SAT, GMAT or ASVAB? Researching your family's ancestry? Want to learn a new language?
Are you planning on writing a research paper? Would you like to watch movies or listen to books on your phone or device? Drop by the Leonardtown Library this winter with your laptop, tablet, or mobile device and our tech team will show you how to access all kinds of FREE library resources that are right at your fingertips!
Understanding 401K
When: Tuesday, February 19, 2019 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park Library Meeting Room B
Nothing is more central to your retirement plan than your 401(k). It represents the largest chunk of most retirement nest eggs. Finding the money to save in the account is just step one. Step two is investing it, and that’s one place where people get tripped up: You probably have money invested in a 401k or IRA, but maybe you have no idea how to actually read your investment statements. This workshop will help you to understand how investing in your 401K works, the terminology on your statements, and more.
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Walden Pop Up Recovery!
When: Wednesday, February 20, 2019 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMWhere: Leonardtown Library in Lobby
A representative from Walden will be in the foyer to talk about behavioral health and wellness.
Remind Me 2 Days Before EventUnderstanding Credit and Debt
When: Saturday, February 23, 2019 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park Library Meeting Room B
Credit cards, auto loans, store cards, personal loans and mortgages are all common forms of consumer credit. While credit can work to your advantage, many people find themselves in debt after spending more than they can afford. Before you get rid of your debt, you need to know how credit card debt works. This workshop will address the different types of credit and debt, identify ways to use credit more wisely, and provide some tips for managing debt. Questions are welcome!
Brian E. Koenig will present a class from Consumer Education Services, Inc. (CESI) a non-profit service provider of comprehensive personal financial education and solutions for all life stages and for all of life’s milestones. Their goal is enhanced economic security for everyone we serve. https://www.cesisolutions.org/
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Book Bites
When: Monday, February 25, 2019 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Off Site
Grab a bite and gab about books! Join us at our new winter location, Taphouse 1637 in California, for a relaxed conversation about what you’ve been reading. Share what you loved (or loathed) about the last book you read, gather new recommendations from the rest of the group, and enjoy the company of fellow bibliophiles. Visit taphouse1637.com for directions and to see menu options available for purchase. Adults only. No registration.
Remind Me 2 Days Before EventMaster Gardener Series: Love Your Houseplants
When: Tuesday, February 26, 2019 - 1:00 PM - 2:30 PMWhere: Leonardtown Library in Leonardtown Library Meeting Room
Master Gardeners will teach attendees how to plant and take care of succulents, African violets, and orchids, as well as perennial houseplants and container gardens. Attendees will create and take home their own small container garden.
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Protect Yourself: Online Security and Privacy
When: Tuesday, February 26, 2019 - 5:30 PM - 7:30 PMWhere: Charlotte Hall Library in Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room
Learn how to protect your data with strong passwords and two-factor authentication, avoid internet scams, and use freely available tools to limit what personal information is collected and shared while you browse the web. Registration recommended; walk-ins welcome as space allows.
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Common Thread
When: Tuesday, February 26, 2019 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park Library Meeting Room A
Whether you have been stitching for years, or you just want to learn, 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.
Remind Me 2 Days Before EventSouthern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
When: Wednesday, February 27, 2019 - 9:00 AM - 1:00 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Parking Lot
Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange.
Remind Me 2 Days Before EventPlease 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.