Adult Events Brochure – Summer 2018
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Summer Reading Begins June 18!
The Great American Read
The Great American Read is an eight-part PBS series that explores and celebrates the power of reading, told through the prism of America’s 100 best-loved novels (as chosen in a national survey). Watch the series, read the books, and vote for your favorites!
Participate in our Summer ‘Design a Bookmark’ Contest!
Design artwork for a reading themed bookmark this summer. One winner will see their artwork printed on a bookmark available at the library!
Open to all ages. Artwork must be exactly 2.25 inches x 6 inches. All art forms are accepted. If you want to color, paint, or draw, feel free to use our bookmark template !
Submit your reading themed bookmark artwork at your library by July 12.
LexiCon 2018
LexiCon returns to Lexington Park Library on September 15, 2018!
Veterans' Book Group
When: Friday, June 01, 2018 - 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 2009 or email cthomas@stmalib.org. Veterans Book Group is coordinated statewide by Maryland Humanities and presented locally in partnership with St. Marys County Library. The program was created by the Maine Humanities Council to promote understanding of the military experience and to support returning veterans.
Master Gardeners Plant Clinic
When: Saturday, June 02, 2018 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWhere: Charlotte Hall Library in Lobby
Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects,invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener at this free plant clinic. Stop by the table in the library lobby with your plant samples and questions.
Charlotte Hall Book Discussion
When: Monday, June 04, 2018 - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMWhere: Charlotte Hall Library in Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room
A discussion of "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie. Copies of the book are available at the checkout desk.
Master Gardeners Plant Clinic
When: Tuesday, June 05, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lobby
Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects,invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener at this free plant clinic. Stop by the table in the library lobby with your plant samples and questions.
Department of Aging and Human Services
When: Tuesday, June 05, 2018 - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMWhere: 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.
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
When: Thursday, June 07, 2018 - 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.
Coffee and Canvas
When: Saturday, June 09, 2018 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park Library Meeting Room B
Come and enjoy a fun and relaxing afternoon of painting. Artists from Leonardtowns Wine and Design will guide you step by step to complete your very own masterpiece of the Solomons Bridge at Sunset, no previous painting experience needed! Coffee, tea, and light refreshments provided. Open to ages 13 and older. Registration required.
Lexington Park Book Discussion
When: Monday, June 11, 2018 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park Library Longfellow Room
Discussion of the book Alices Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. Copies available at the library 301-863-8188.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (commonly shortened to Alice in Wonderland) is an 1865 fantasy novel written by English mathematician Charles Lutwidge Dodgson under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll. It tells of a girl named Alice falling through a rabbit hole into a fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures. The tale plays with logic, giving the story lasting popularity with adults as well as with children.[1] It is considered to be one of the best examples of the literary nonsense genre.[1][2] Its narrative course and structure, characters and imagery have been enormously influential[2] in both popular culture and literature, especially in the fantasy genre. Wikipedia
Master Gardeners Plant Clinic
When: Tuesday, June 12, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMWhere: Leonardtown Library in Lobby
Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects,invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener at this free plant clinic. Stop by the table in the library lobby with your plant samples and questions.
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
When: Tuesday, June 12, 2018 - 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.
Common Thread
When: Tuesday, June 12, 2018 - 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, June 13, 2018 - 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.
Common Thread
When: Wednesday, June 13, 2018 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMWhere: Charlotte Hall Library in Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room
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.
Dept. of Aging and Human Services Visit
When: Thursday, June 14, 2018 - 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.
Master Gardeners Plant Clinic
When: Saturday, June 16, 2018 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWhere: Charlotte Hall Library in Lobby
Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects,invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener at this free plant clinic. Stop by the table in the library lobby with your plant samples and questions.
Book Bites
When: Monday, June 18, 2018 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Off Site
Grab a bite and gab about books! Join us at our new summer location, Blue Wind Gourmet in Lexington Park, 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 bluewindgourmet.com for directions and to see menu options available for purchase. Adults only. No registration required.
Department of Aging and Human Services
When: Tuesday, June 19, 2018 - 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.
Master Gardeners Plant Clinic
When: Tuesday, June 19, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in Lobby
Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects,invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener at this free plant clinic. Stop by the table in the library lobby with your plant samples and questions.
Walden Pop Up Recovery!
When: Wednesday, June 20, 2018 - 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.
Explore Your Digital Library
When: Wednesday, June 20, 2018 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 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 summer 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!
Gallery reception
When: Thursday, June 21, 2018 - 5:30 PM - 7:30 PMWhere: Lexington Park Library in
Meet mother and daughter artist team Amor & Alizza Damaso and discuss the artworks on display in the Lexington Park Library Art Gallery.
The Longest Table
When: Thursday, June 21, 2018 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMWhere: St. Mary's County Library - Events for All Library Branches in
Share a meal and conversation with someone you don't know*, exchange stories about life in St. Mary's County, and discover both common ground and new ideas. The conversation starts when you come to the table!
Join us on Thursday, June 21 at 6 p.m. for a community conversation over a family-style meal of Mission BBQ. The event will be held at the St. Mary's County Government Center, on the front lawn near Miedzinski Park (23145 Leonard Hall Dr, Leonardtown, MD 20650). During the meal, participants will discuss how to Choose Civility in their everyday interactions.
Tickets are $10, to cover expenses. Purchase your ticket online, or visit any library branch.
*To enhance the experience of getting to know different people, guests will not be seated with their companions.
Master Gardeners Plant Clinic
When: Tuesday, June 26, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMWhere: Leonardtown Library in Lobby
Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects,invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener at this free plant clinic. Stop by the table in the library lobby with your plant samples and questions.
Remind Me 2 Days Before EventCommon Thread
When: Tuesday, June 26, 2018 - 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, June 27, 2018 - 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.