August 2024

Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

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!

Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us for weekly-themed hangouts! Games, art, music and more in store.

No registration required! Stay a little or awhile. Snacks, activities, and good vibes provided. 

Tween session (Ages 8-12): 3-4 PM

Teen session (Ages 13-18): 4-5 PM 

Week 1: DIY Project

Week 2: Games

Week 3: Anime

Week 4: Cozy Reading/Homework Club

Join us every month to Practice your English speaking skills in a group. This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English. Speakers of all levels are welcome.

There will be a new topic for every meeting. 

This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom every month. Please check calendar to register for zoom link.

Writing can be a lonely hobby, so why not attend the writing club to connect with other writers your age? Join us for our bi-monthly writing club, intended for teens!

During the club meetings, you'll be able to share your writing, meet new writers, learn about new genres, and have your writing critiqued by your peers! The club will be held virtually every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Splash & learn with experiments to discover what floats, how it moves, and why. Using household items, we'll determine which items float or sink!

Then, we'll figure out which shapes move best through the water when a sail is attached, create a boat, and test its ability to float while adding “cargo.” This program is presented in partnership with Calvert Marine Museum. Please register each child.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Explore the force of buoyancy in this hands-on STEM session. After observing different types of ships, we'll work in groups to construct a vessel out of household items, & put it to the test.

This program is presented in partnership with Calvert Marine Museum. Please register each child.

Curious about the inner workings of your library? Want to learn more about what the library offers? Join us for this comprehensive tour!

You'll visit the back room to see how we get your books to you, spend time in our computer lab for an overview of key virtual services, and see a demo of the equipment in our Makerspace!

For years now, people have been painting rocks to place in their gardens, on their desks, at tourist destinations, and around the community. Come paint your own rock to place during your adventures!

Rocks, paint, and brushes will be provided. This program is intended for adults, not children.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Get excited for the Summer Olympics and go for the gold! Enjoy Olympic themed crafts, activities and minute -to-win-it style games at the library.

Please register each child participating.

This event will have activities intended for individuals with upper elementary abilities and interests. 

Is someone in your family about to start school for the very first time? Let's get ready for Kindergarten with a special school-themed storytime, crafts, and fun activities.

Please register each person attending, adults and children.

Piscataway artist, Ayanna Proctor, will discuss her new installation representing life in the village. The event will include a hands-on display of cultural items, a Q&A session, and light snacks.

Ayanna Proctor is an enrolled tribal citizen of the Piscataway Nation (Turtle Clan). Her inspiration is continuously derived from her Eastern Woodland heritage, rewilding and time spent in New England winters and the Shenandoah Valley. Ayanna is an award-winning quillwork artist as well as a cultural preservationist and historian. She practices traditional woodland farming, hide tanning, wild-crafting, as well as other ancestral skills. Her artwork has been exhibited in the US, Canada and Europe.

This art installation is made possible by grants through the St. Mary's County Arts Council. 

Registration preferred, but not required. 

Are you ready to embark on a green-fingered adventure? Unearth the secrets of gardening with our Biodiversity and Native Gardening 101 program, perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike!

Unlock the joys of gardening and watch your world bloom! Join us for Biodiversity and Native Gardening 101 and let your green dreams take root.

Join us to Practice your English speaking skills in a group. This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English. Speakers of all levels are welcome.

There will be a new topic for every meeting. Activities will be provided for accompanying children.

This meeting will be held once a month. Please see calendar for dates.

Registration is Recommended. Walk-ins welcome as space allows.

Join the Mobile Library for an all-ages storytime in the park followed by bubbles, music, and more! The Mobile Library will be open for library services as well.

This activity will take place outdoors on the following Mondays from 9:30 - 11 a.m. Participants should bring blankets or chairs for comfort. Please register once per family group for a reminder e-mail or inclement weather notice. Walk-ins are welcome! 

June 3: John Baggett Park, 26929 Three Notch Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

June 10: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

June 17: Cecil Park, 19241 St. George's Church Rd., Valley Lee, MD 20692

June 24: Seventh District Park, 23035 Colton Point Rd., Bushwood, MD 20618

July 1: Judge P. H. Dorsey Park, 24275 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650

July 8: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 

July 15: Cardinal Gibbons Park, 16924 St. Peter Claver Rd., St. Inigoes, MD 20684

July 22: Nicolet Park, 21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 5: Chaptico Park, 2660 Budd's Creek Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

August 12: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 19: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Do you have what it takes to engineer strong bridges, tall towers, and giant domes? Using only drinking straws, rolled-up newspaper, and teamwork?

Learn about different types of forces, loads, and strength. Experiment to find the strongest shapes and best construction techniques. Then team up to build something awesome! Please register each child attending.

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.

Finishing up that summer reading list? Camp out in the library and get ready to read s'more! Join us in building a fort, crafting a constellation, and enjoying the great indoors!

Register with your email address secure your spot around the campfire! Click on the "add more people" button to bring special guests!

St. Mary’s County Library makes every effort to make events and programs accessible and inclusive. More information about how we do this is provided on our website’s Event Accessibility Page.

Join us for our summer art series! This summer, we’ll have art programs for kids to show them pieces of art from around the world and the art techniques used.

After, they’ll have a chance to recreate the piece, or use it as inspiration to make their own unique piece of art!

The fourth art piece that we’ll study and try to recreate will be Tar Beach by Faith Ringgold, and we’ll be making collages.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

The St. Mary's Health Department Outreach Team will be in the lobby of the Charlotte Hall Library to provide resources and information - Fun promotional items too!

The St. Mary's Health Department will be providing community members with a variety of health department resources for programs, such as information about our tobacco cessation programs, as well as our free colon cancer screenings, colonoscopies, and mammograms programs, health insurance/medicaid information, and information about our asthma programs and so much more. We will also provide community members with COVID-19 resources and will also offer on site registration for COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for anyone who is interested/eligible. Fun promotional items will be provided, too!

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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.

29655 Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall, MD 20622

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

This event is cancelled and will be rescheduled for a later date.

 We don't always get along with everyone.  Join us and the Community Mediation Center staff to explore how to work through common conflict situations at school.

Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided. This is a drop-in style program with no registration required.

Join us for learning-based crafts, games, and activities as we play our way to developing valuable school readiness skills such as fine motor control, following directions, and group participation.

Activities are designed with preschoolers in mind and vary week to week. No registration required. 

Do you like anime or manga?

Join us for this month’s anime club meeting. We will watch a movie, then have a brief discussion after. Refreshments will be provided.
This month's shows:

• Sword of the Stranger

Ages 16+; under 16 permitted with parent or guardian.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Come say hello to a Master Gardener. Bring your gardening, lawn, plants and insect questions to the for the start of the new growing season.

The Master Gardeners will visit the Charlotte Hall Lobby every first and third Wednesday, April through October. 

The Master Gardener program is part of the UMD Extension program providing information, education, and resources to the public on gardening, lawn care, native plants, trees and shrubs, and all things yard and garden. Come out to the library and join us!

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

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces!

Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided.

Come hang out for an afternoon of racing, dancing and sports!

Join us as we hang out and play various Nintendo Switch games such as : Mario Kart, Nintendo Switch Sports, Just Dance and more! Snacks and drinks will be provided. This event is for ages 12-18 ONLY.

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.

21207 Great Mills Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Visit the St. Mary's County Health Department in the Leonardtown Lobby to get free information. Fun promotional items will be provided, too!

Information will be provided about tobacco cessation programs, free colon cancer screenings, colonoscopies, and mammograms programs, health insurance/Medicaid information, and information about asthma programs and so much more. We will also provide community members with COVID-19 resources and will also offer on-site registration for COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for anyone who is interested/eligible. 

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our 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.

21905 Chancellors Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Do you love making art and trying out new projects? Come hang out and make crafts without the pressure to be perfect.

Come celebrate the end of Summer Reading by making yourself your very own trophy! We'll be using tinfoil, hot glue, and other craft materials to make trophies to treat ourselves!

Materials will be provided. This program is meant for adults, but no prior skills are needed.

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

Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us for weekly-themed hangouts! Games, art, music and more in store.

No registration required! Stay a little or awhile. Snacks, activities, and good vibes provided. 

Tween session (Ages 8-12): 3-4 PM

Teen session (Ages 13-18): 4-5 PM 

Week 1: DIY Project

Week 2: Games

Week 3: Anime

Week 4: Cozy Reading/Homework Club

Do you have what it takes to be the SMCL Smash Bros Champion? Can you defeat your foes and win the title? After the contest, free play with everyone, alternating players. ‌ Ages: 8-12 3PM 13-18 4PM

Each month we will discuss a different fantasy or science fiction novel. August's book is Sorcery & Cecelia by Patricia C. Wrede, Caroline Stevermer

Listen to the Audiobook on Hoopla

Read the eBook on Hoopla

Is someone in your family about to start school for the very first time? Let's get ready for Kindergarten with a special school-themed storytime, crafts, and fun activities.

Please register each person attending, adults and children.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Is someone in your family about to start school for the very first time? Let's get ready for Kindergarten with a special school-themed storytime, crafts, and fun activities.

Please register each person attending, adults and children.

Have you ever heard of Book of the Month? What about OwlCrate?

The Lit Kit is just like those boxes - except it's FREE! The Lit Kit is a free customized box for teens ages 14-17 filled with 3-4 goodies AND up to 2 YA library books that we'll choose for you (please note: the library books must be returned). Registration begins on the 1st of the month and will close on the 8th of the month, or when registration reaches the maximum amount of registrations. On the 10th of the month, The Lit Kit will be available to be picked up at the Library location of your choosing. This can be picked up inside of the branch, or via curbside appointment.

Free R.A.D. Self Defense Program for Women & Girls (ages 13-80 yrs. old). Taught by Darlene Gentry. Co-sponsored by Lexington Park Baptist Church.

Meets 2 consecutive days:

Saturday, August 10th 10:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 11th  1:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.  
 

Women and Teens invite your friends to come learn some new skills and proactive strategies to help protect yourself and others! The class is fun, energetic, and interactive. Class includes 9 hours of instruction & practice, a training manual, and light refreshments.

About the Instructor:

Darlene Gentry has over thirty years’ experience in martial arts, women’s self-defense, and self-defense education for the public. She teaches self-defense part-time at St. Mary’s College of Maryland and has instructed women's self-defense courses in many different venues. Darlene also regularly teaches R.A.D. courses for free at Lexington Park Baptist Church.

Parental consent required for participants ages 13-17.

Registrants e-mail addresses will be shared with the course instructor. 

She will provide participants with the registration forms and details about the class like: what clothes to wear, how strenuous the activities are, etc.

For more information on RAD programs, visit The R.A.D. Systems of Self Defense 

Any R.A.D. graduate from any class in the U.S. and Canada can attend another instructor’s class for practice free of charge for the rest of her life!

St. Mary’s County Library makes every effort to make events and programs accessible and inclusive. More information about how we do this is provided on our website’s Event Accessibility page.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Free R.A.D. Self Defense Program for Women & Girls (ages 13-80 yrs. old). Taught by Darlene Gentry. Co-sponsored by Lexington Park Baptist Church.

Meets 2 consecutive days:

Saturday, August 10th 10:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 11th  1:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.  
 

Women and Teens invite your friends to come learn some new skills and proactive strategies to help protect yourself and others! The class is fun, energetic, and interactive. Class includes 9 hours of instruction & practice, a training manual, and light refreshments.

About the Instructor:

Darlene Gentry has over thirty years’ experience in martial arts, women’s self-defense, and self-defense education for the public. She teaches self-defense part-time at St. Mary’s College of Maryland and has instructed women's self-defense courses in many different venues. Darlene also regularly teaches R.A.D. courses for free at Lexington Park Baptist Church.

Parental consent required for participants ages 13-17.

Registrants e-mail addresses will be shared with the course instructor. 

She will provide participants with the registration forms and details about the class like: what clothes to wear, how strenuous the activities are, etc.

For more information on RAD programs, visit The R.A.D. Systems of Self Defense 

Any R.A.D. graduate from any class in the U.S. and Canada can attend another instructor’s class for practice free of charge for the rest of her life!

St. Mary’s County Library makes every effort to make events and programs accessible and inclusive. More information about how we do this is provided on our website’s Event Accessibility page.

Have you ever heard of Book of the Month or Stitch Fix? This is a subscription box like those, but for the library!

Similar to our teen Lit Kit program, the Adult Lit Kit is a customized, packaged surprise for any adult (18+) who loves to read that comes with a handful of goodies and up surprise Adult Library books that we will choose for you. When you are finished with the books, just return them to the nearest library and keep everything else!

Fill out the registration and interest form between the 1st and 8th of the month (or until all registration spots are full). Please answer honestly in order to help our staff select a book that suits your literary tastes. You will then be notified on the 12th of the month that your Adult Lit Kit package is ready for pickup at the Leonardtown Library.

Looking for the Teen Lit Kit? Please click here.

Join the Mobile Library for an all-ages storytime in the park followed by bubbles, music, and more! The Mobile Library will be open for library services as well.

This activity will take place outdoors on the following Mondays from 9:30 - 11 a.m. Participants should bring blankets or chairs for comfort. Please register once per family group for a reminder e-mail or inclement weather notice. Walk-ins are welcome! 

June 3: John Baggett Park, 26929 Three Notch Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

June 10: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

June 17: Cecil Park, 19241 St. George's Church Rd., Valley Lee, MD 20692

June 24: Seventh District Park, 23035 Colton Point Rd., Bushwood, MD 20618

July 1: Judge P. H. Dorsey Park, 24275 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650

July 8: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 

July 15: Cardinal Gibbons Park, 16924 St. Peter Claver Rd., St. Inigoes, MD 20684

July 22: Nicolet Park, 21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 5: Chaptico Park, 2660 Budd's Creek Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

August 12: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 19: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

All children love dinosaurs, but few know we had our own pre-historic creatures right here in Southern Maryland!

In this program we'll discover what fossils are, how they are made, and clues to the ancient past. We'll learn through stories, illustrations, seeing and touching real fossils, and making a model imprint. Each child will receive a fossil to keep. This program is presented in partnership with Calvert Marine Museum. Please register each child.

Explore how fossils are formed by working with real fossils from Southern Maryland!

We'll compare fossils to modern animals to discover how the local habitat has changed over time, and measure fossilized teeth to estimate the size of an ancient shark. This program is presented in partnership with Calvert Marine Museum. Please register each child.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Do you enjoy arts and crafts? Do you enjoy games? Do you want to make new friends? Connect and Converse might just be the event for you!

Join us at the Charlotte Hall Library for an opportunity to connect and converse with others. During this monthly program, we will gather in the meeting room to either create artwork or play a game.

For the month of August, our art activity will be a paper plate fish craft. Our game will be bingo.

This event is intended for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities as well as their friends, family, and caregivers. Connect and Converse usually meets on the second Monday of the month.

Please register with an email address to receive a reminder email about this event. Walk-ins are welcome.

Bring a stuffed friend for a special sleepy storytime then leave your stuffie behind so they can have the best sleepover ever! Come back the next day to see what shenanigans they got up to overnight!

We'll have a permission slip that you can fill out to be sure that we're taking proper care of your stuffed friend, and you can pick up your stuffie Tuesday morning after the library opens. Registration is required for each child participating in the storytime.

Learn how to turn your trash into garden treasure!

Compost is the best fertilizer for your plants and garden - and you can make your own for free! In this interactive workshop, you will learn the basics of how to create your own at-home compost, using materials you might have otherwise thrown out. Walk away with the knowledge and tools to compost - whether on an acre or in a condo!

Informational session is free, and discounted compost bins may be purchased by cash or check at the end of the program. 

This program is made possible with support from the University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener Program and the LMPP Community Garden.

Register to receive a reminder email; walk-ins welcome.

Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

SMCHD will be providing community members with a variety of health department resources for programs.

They will provide information about tobacco cessation programs, as well as free colon cancer screenings, colonoscopies, and mammograms programs, health insurance/medicaid information, and information about asthma programs and so much more. They will also provide community members with COVID-19 resources and will also offer onsite registration for COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for anyone who is interested/eligible.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

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 aprender los requisitos de elegibilidad de medicare, los períodos de inscripción, el proceso de solicitud y los recursos.

Presentado por Diana Varela, Especialista en Relaciones Publicas, Administración del Seguro Social.  Preguntas y respuestas después de la presentación.  Este evento no será grabado. 

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 about Medicare eligibility requirements, enrollment periods, the application process, and resources.

Presentation by Diana Varela, Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration followed by Q&A. This event will not be recorded.

We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination! Come and build something amazing with our thousands of LEGO and Duplo pieces. This is a drop-in style program with 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.

Maritime Building
44720 Lighthouse Rd., Piney Point, MD 20674

Join us for learning-based crafts, games, and activities as we play our way to developing valuable school readiness skills such as fine motor control, following directions, and group participation.

Activities are designed with preschoolers in mind and vary week to week. No registration required. 

Turn your boring baths into a luxury home spa treatment!

Learn how to make your very own bath bombs in the Leonardtown Library's Makerspace.

When added to a bath, these creations will react with the water and fizz—releasing exfoliating salts and wonderful smelling oils!

All materials will be provided.

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, or tips. Basic supplies available, if needed. All skill levels welcome.

Registration is recommended.

Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and activities in Spanish and English! You don't need to know Spanish to enjoy this storytime!

¡Acompañanos para historias, rimas, canciones y actividades en ingles y español! ¡No necesitas saber inglés para disfrutar de esta hora del cuento!

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

This storytime is planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Planeados para las edades de 1 a 5 años; todas las edades son bienvenidas con sus cuidadores adultos.

Tenga en cuenta: el espacio para la hora del cuento es limitado. Cada hora del cuento se llenará al máximo de su capacidad por orden de llegada. Hemos aumentado el número de cuentos semanales para satisfacer las necesidades de nuestra comunidad.

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Community Health Plan Maryland is looking to grow Maryland Medicaid. By doing so, we share, provide and connect people to resources in the community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

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

Come say hello to a Master Gardener. Bring your gardening, lawn, plants and insect questions to the for the start of the new growing season.

The Master Gardeners will visit the Lexington Park Lobby every second and fourth Wednesday, April through October. 

The Master Gardener program is part of the UMD Extension program providing information, education, and resources to the public on gardening, lawn care, native plants, trees and shrubs, and all things yard and garden. Come out to the library and join us!

Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided.

Come learn more about the library's Cricut Maker by using it to create vinyl stencils.

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 which we'll use as a stencil for a painting project for you to take home with you. 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 but must have a waiver signed by their guardian. Waivers are available in the Makerspace and are needed for minors to participation in this class.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Calling all young artists. Step into a world of boundless imagination and unleash your creativity in bold new ways!

Dive into a dynamic art experience that invites you to push the boundaries of traditional art. Be experimental with painting techniques or create a mixed media masterpiece. Embrace the artistic journey where the process reigns supreme!

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

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!

Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us for weekly-themed hangouts! Games, art, music and more in store.

No registration required! Stay a little or awhile. Snacks, activities, and good vibes provided. 

Tween session (Ages 8-12): 3-4 PM

Teen session (Ages 13-18): 4-5 PM 

Week 1: DIY Project

Week 2: Games

Week 3: Anime

Week 4: Cozy Reading/Homework 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.

Join us as we wrap up Summer with Little Bookshop of Murder by Maggie Blackburn, the first in the Beach Reads Mystery series.

Summer Merriweather’s plans to spend her summer vacation full of Shakespeare and scholarly prestige are cut short after her mother’s death, from an apparent heart attack. She returns home for the funeral and to sell her mom’s embarrassingly romance-themed bookstore, Beach Reads. At least that was the plan until she goes in Beach Reads and finds a note addressed to her mother: “Sell the bookstore or die.”

Clearly, something is rotten on Brigid’s Island. The police insist there’s not enough evidence to launch a murder investigation. Instead, Summer and her Aunt Agatha screw their courage to the sticking place and start sleuthing. But there are more suspects than are dreamt of in the Bard’s darkest philosophizing. And if Summer can’t find the villain, the town will be littered with a Shakespearean tragedy’s worth of corpses—including her own.

Find a physical copy in the Library catalog or download digital copies on Hoopla.

Do you like anime and manga? Join us for this month’s anime club meeting. We will watch the first episode of two different shows, then have a brief discussion after. Refreshments will be provided.

Possible Shows Are-

Yu Yu Hakusho

Cowboy Bebop

Dragon Ball Z

Ages 16+; under 16 permitted with parent or guardian.

Writing can be a lonely hobby, so why not attend the writing club to connect with other writers your age? Join us for our bi-monthly writing club, intended for teens!

During the club meetings, you'll be able to share your writing, meet new writers, learn about new genres, and have your writing critiqued by your peers! The club will be held virtually every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Visit our makerspace to make a craft with our 3D Pens. This program is for upper elementary aged children to do with a caregiver! Please register every member of your family that is attending.

Due to makerspace policies, children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult to use the space. Because of this, we ask that both parents and children register themselves for this program.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Meet real, live reptiles from around the world! From baby tortoises to giant pythons, learn about their habitats, diet, adaptations, & behaviors.

Location: Picnic Pavilion at 5th District Park, 37880 New Market Turner Road, Mechanicsville, MD 20659. This event is supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council.

It’s a family event! All ages can have fun learning Spanish while playing Loteria, a fun Bingo game. Fun prizes for the winners!

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.

No storytime today due to our professional performance from Reptile Wonders. Join us over at 5th District Park to pet the snakes and lizards! Storytime will resume next week.

Additional Reptile Wonders event information here

Meet real, live reptiles from around the world! From baby tortoises to giant pythons, learn about their habitats, diet, adaptations, & behaviors.

Most seating will be on the floor- feel free to bring a blanket! Space may be limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council.

Meet real, live reptiles from around the world! From baby tortoises to giant pythons, learn about their habitats, diet, adaptations, & behaviors.

Most seating will be on the floor- feel free to bring a blanket! Space may be limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council.

Join the Mobile Library for an all-ages storytime in the park followed by bubbles, music, and more! The Mobile Library will be open for library services as well.

This activity will take place outdoors on the following Mondays from 9:30 - 11 a.m. Participants should bring blankets or chairs for comfort. Please register once per family group for a reminder e-mail or inclement weather notice. Walk-ins are welcome! 

June 3: John Baggett Park, 26929 Three Notch Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

June 10: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

June 17: Cecil Park, 19241 St. George's Church Rd., Valley Lee, MD 20692

June 24: Seventh District Park, 23035 Colton Point Rd., Bushwood, MD 20618

July 1: Judge P. H. Dorsey Park, 24275 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650

July 8: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 

July 15: Cardinal Gibbons Park, 16924 St. Peter Claver Rd., St. Inigoes, MD 20684

July 22: Nicolet Park, 21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 5: Chaptico Park, 2660 Budd's Creek Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

August 12: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 19: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

AI is becoming increasingly prevalent in today's technological world. Can you tell the difference between "real" and AI?

Join us for an interactive workshop that focuses on identifying and using Generative AI like Chat GPT and Image Generators.

This class will be taught by Maria Barga, University of Maryland Extension Tech Educator.

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.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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.

Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided. This is a drop-in style program with no registration required.

Join us for learning-based crafts, games, and activities as we play our way to developing valuable school readiness skills such as fine motor control, following directions, and group participation.

Activities are designed with preschoolers in mind and vary week to week. No registration required. 

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Come say hello to a Master Gardener. Bring your gardening, lawn, plants and insect questions to the for the start of the new growing season.

The Master Gardeners will visit the Charlotte Hall Lobby every first and third Wednesday, April through October. 

The Master Gardener program is part of the UMD Extension program providing information, education, and resources to the public on gardening, lawn care, native plants, trees and shrubs, and all things yard and garden. Come out to the library and join us!

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
Phone: 301-475-4200 ext 4110

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

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

The Maryland Insurance Administration is an independent State agency that regulates Maryland’s insurance industry.

The agency’s goal is to provide efficient, effective service to the consumers of insurance products and the insurance industry. 
A representative from the agency will be present on August 22, 2024 from 11am-3pm with educational materials related to various lines of insurance.

Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us for weekly-themed hangouts! Games, art, music and more in store.

No registration required! Stay a little or awhile. Snacks, activities, and good vibes provided. 

Tween session (Ages 8-12): 3-4 PM

Teen session (Ages 13-18): 4-5 PM 

Week 1: DIY Project

Week 2: Games

Week 3: Anime

Week 4: Cozy Reading/Homework Club

Have you heard of the latest book club trend sweeping the nation? It's all about reading in "companionable silence" and spending time together as a reading community.

All types of readers are welcome, no matter your preferred genre or format. Bring any book that you'd like to read, grab a book off of our shelves, or download one of our digital eBook and audiobook apps.

We'll start with around 10-15 minutes of casual chatting before diving into our individual books.

Each month we will discuss a different romance novel. August's title is Desperate Duchesses by Eloisa James

Listen to the audiobook on Hoopla

Find it in our catalog 

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Join us for an exciting journey into Process Art, where imagination knows no bounds.

Let your little ones unleash their inner artist through hands on activities that celebrate the joy of creation. From painting to collage to sculpture and more, this program promises a new adventure in art!

Representatives from the League of Women Voters will be here to provide voter registration assistance and information.

Every eligible voter should have a fair and equal opportunity to register to vote and to cast their ballot. Stop by to make sure your vote counts!

Applicants will need a Maryland-issued photo ID (ex. Driver's License) or the last four digits of their Social Security Number to register.

Do you like graphic novels? Do you want to talk about your favorite graphic novel with kids your age? Join us for our kids book club!

Participants can bring in and discuss their favorite graphic novels, participate in related activities, and enjoy refreshments with peers.

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, or tips. Basic supplies available, if needed. All skill levels welcome.

Registration is recommended.

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

Come say hello to a Master Gardener. Bring your gardening, lawn, plants and insect questions to the for the start of the new growing season.

The Master Gardeners will visit the Lexington Park Lobby every second and fourth Wednesday, April through October. 

The Master Gardener program is part of the UMD Extension program providing information, education, and resources to the public on gardening, lawn care, native plants, trees and shrubs, and all things yard and garden. Come out to the library and join us!

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.

13270 Point Lookout Rd., Ridge, MD 20680

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
Phone: 301-475-4200 ext 4110

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

Come beat the summer heat with some spicy snacks and your spicy opinions!

We will provide spicy food, the space, and the platform for you to share your Hot Take!

You will present your take on our theme for up to three minutes, after which you will defend your Hot Take from questions for two minutes.

Alternative debate methods can be developed over the series.

First session will be who you think was the Biggest Awards Snub (Oscars, Grammys, etc). Themes for the second and third meeting will be decided by popular vote.

This program is registration only in order to ensure that we have enough food and time for all participants!

Walk-ins will be required to sign a waiver.

This program is intended for ages 13-18.

Visit the St. Mary's County Health Department in the Leonardtown Lobby to get free information. Fun promotional items will be provided, too!

Information will be provided about tobacco cessation programs, free colon cancer screenings, colonoscopies, and mammograms programs, health insurance/Medicaid information, and information about asthma programs and so much more. We will also provide community members with COVID-19 resources and will also offer on-site registration for COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for anyone who is interested/eligible. 

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. 

Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us for weekly-themed hangouts! Games, art, music and more in store.

No registration required! Stay a little or awhile. Snacks, activities, and good vibes provided. 

Tween session (Ages 8-12): 3-4 PM

Teen session (Ages 13-18): 4-5 PM 

Week 1: DIY Project

Week 2: Games

Week 3: Anime

Week 4: Cozy Reading/Homework Club

Learn the basics of threading and operating a sewing machine to make your own herb scented sachet!

No experience needed and all materials provided.

Once you learn how to operate the sewing machine, visit our Makerspace during open hours to use one of the sewing machines available for customer use. We have the sewing machines and all the tools you'll need, just bring your own material!

Note for minors: Teenagers are welcome in our Makerspace classes! Customers aged 14+ can use the Makerspace without a guardian present but must have a one time waiver signed by their guardian. Waivers are available in the Makerspace and are needed for participation in this class.

Tabletop Gaming Hangout! Open tables to play card games, TTRPGs, tabletop games and more!

The library will provide a small amount of games, but you can bring your own and play with folks new and old! If you’re interested in running a game for the community, fill out the form here and we'll make sure it's noted in the description below!