Storytime – Summer 2025
June 17 – August 23
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500 by Five
Help your child read 500 books by age five! Reading with your child helps them get read for school, increase their vocabulary, improve logical thinking, and more. See more information about 500 by Five and get started!
Earn an Honorary MLS!
We’re offering an opportunity for aspiring librarians to learn more about what we do and earn an honorary MLS (Mini Library Science) certificate! See more information and schedule an appointment!
Virtual Storytime and Activities
Watch virtual storytimes, get ideas for playtime with your little one, and more!
If you need special accommodations for any Library event or program, please submit our Accommodations Request form as soon as possible. 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 and build something amazing with our thousands of LEGO and Duplo pieces. 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. 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. Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our
sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials
provided. Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided. Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. 21895 Pegg Rd, Lexington Park, MD 20653 Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout! While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location. 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. The Library is closed in observance of Independence Day. An all-ages chess social hang-out! Drop in and out to play as needed, no experience required. Staff will be available to assist those who haven't played before.
Small chess guides will be available for each player for reference. Chess boards will be provided by the library, but feel free to bring your favorite set. 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. Come to the Charlotte Hall Library, make your own playdough, and use it to make the ultimate playdough creation! Playdough is the ultimate toy! Build creativity, strengthen your hands, foster language development, practice math skills, and much more. Playdough made at this event will be taste safe, but will contain gluten. This event is intended for individuals with Toddler, Preschool or Early Elementary Abilities. Registration opens 2 weeks before the event. Make your own origami creations out of paper! Learn how to fold cats, cranes, frogs, hearts, and more. Origami paper and instructions will be available. Registration Full Join us for our summer art series! This summer, we’ll be introducing kids to four different artworks 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. Make sure you wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy! 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. 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. 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 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. 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 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 We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces! We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces! 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. Can you win the challenge? Snacks and goodies as we play Nintendo Switch games and determine who's the best at games such as Smash Bros, Mario Kart, and more!
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 every second and fourth Thursday. Alternating Art and STEM activities, plus more! No registration required! Tweens and Teens hang at 3! Jun 12- Perler Bead Shennanigans Jul 10- Tabletop Painting Workshop Aug 7- Mini Monet Jun 26- Building & Board Games Jul 24- Creative Writing Aug 21- 3D Pens Join the Mobile Library for an all-ages storytime in the park followed by bubbles, music, playtime, and art! The Mobile Library will be open for library services as well. This activity will take place outdoors from 9:30-11 a.m on Mondays in June and on Fridays in July and August. Participants should bring blankets or chairs for comfort. Please register once per family group for a reminder e-mail or inclement weather notice. In the event of inclement weather, the program may be moved to an indoor location. Registered participants will be notified via email at least one hour prior to the event. Updates will also be shared through our social media channels and on our website. Monday, June 16: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653 Monday, June 23: Cecil Park, 19241 St. George's Church Rd., Valley Lee, MD 20692 Monday, June 30: Seventh District Park, 23035 Colton Point Rd., Bushwood, MD 20618 Friday, July 11: Judge P. H. Dorsey Park, 24275 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650 Friday, July 18: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 Friday, July 25: John Baggett Park, 26929 Three Notch Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659 Friday, August 01: Nicolet Park, 21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD 20653 Friday, August 15: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 It’s hip. It’s happening. It’s a tie-dye block party. Join us and make your very own groovy garment. Ages 8 to 18. It’s hip. It’s happening. It’s a tie-dye block party. Join us and make your very own groovy garment. Ages 8 to 18. The Library will supply 1 cotton bandana per person to tie-dye, but you are welcome to bring 1 additional item (tee, bag, hat, etc.) if you’d like. You will have 20 minutes to complete your tie-dye project. Each appointment is for one participant only. Wear something you won’t mind getting messy. This program was made possible in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council and the Maryland State Arts Council. 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. For years, people have been painting rocks to place in their gardens, on their desks, at tourist attractions, and other places around their community. Come paint your own rock to place during your adventures this summer and help "Color Our World!" This program is for all ages and artists of all levels. Participants will be supplied with a rock, paint, and examples of designs they could potentially utilize. Registration is required. We'll learn some basic coding concepts, build mazes, and code instructions for our Botley robots to find their way through. Please register each child attending. No coding experience required; this program is intended for beginners in the lower elementary grades. We'll learn some basic coding concepts, build mazes, and code instructions for our Botley robots to find their way through. Please register each child attending. No coding experience required; this program is intended for beginners in the lower elementary grades. 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. Dream Big & Read with Bluey at a special sleepy storytime inspired by everyone's favorite Heeler family! July is Bluey Reads Month! We’ll play fun Bluey-approved games, make some crafts, and we may even activate our own Bluey dance mode! Dress in your favorite Bluey-themed attire or comfy pajamas, if you wish. Registration is required. Please include everyone in your group during registration (children and adults). Is this session full? Space is still available in the July 21st session: https://stmalib.libnet.info/event/13514751 Therapy animals from Pets on Wheels are visiting the library! Friends of all ages are invited to practice reading with a furry friend, or just enjoy some pets and snuggles. Designed for children with sensory differences, their caregivers, and siblings. Stories, songs, and activities offered with lower lights, lower volume, and in a no-judgement zone. This is also an appropriate option for caregivers with sensory differences themselves. If our other storytimes are sometimes too overwhelming, come to this sensory friendly storytime! Registration is required as space is limited to keep this storytime true to it's goals. Please register each person who will be in the room. 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 and build something amazing with our thousands of LEGO and Duplo pieces. 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. No experience needed! Characters will be provided or you can make your own ahead of time! We'll have a D&D 5e Game every time, while we may have new games to teach as well. 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. Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our
sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials
provided. Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided. 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. Build your own set of armor from around the world! Work together in teams or work on your own to create a suit of armor from cardboard. This event will be held in the Makerspace and using the ChompSaw, a child-safe specialized saw for cutting cardboard. Participants must be 10 years old or older. Join the Mobile Library for an all-ages storytime in the park followed by bubbles, music, playtime, and art! The Mobile Library will be open for library services as well. This activity will take place outdoors from 9:30-11 a.m on Mondays in June and on Fridays in July and August. Participants should bring blankets or chairs for comfort. Please register once per family group for a reminder e-mail or inclement weather notice. In the event of inclement weather, the program may be moved to an indoor location. Registered participants will be notified via email at least one hour prior to the event. Updates will also be shared through our social media channels and on our website. Monday, June 16: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653 Monday, June 23: Cecil Park, 19241 St. George's Church Rd., Valley Lee, MD 20692 Monday, June 30: Seventh District Park, 23035 Colton Point Rd., Bushwood, MD 20618 Friday, July 11: Judge P. H. Dorsey Park, 24275 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650 Friday, July 18: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 Friday, July 25: John Baggett Park, 26929 Three Notch Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659 Friday, August 01: Nicolet Park, 21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD 20653 Friday, August 15: 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. Registration will open on July 4, 2025 We'll learn some basic coding concepts, build mazes, and code instructions for our Botley robots to find their way through. Please register each child attending. No coding experience required; this program is intended for beginners in the lower elementary grades. Registration Full Get your hands dirty and your creativity spinning! Kids ages 8-16 will learn the basics of throwing pottery on a wheel. From shaping clay to forming their own bowl, participants will discover the magic of molding and spinning to create one-of-a-kind masterpiece. No experience needed-just bring your imagination and be ready to get messy! The kitchen comes to the library with a cooking demonstration mixed with wellness! This series will help teach vital skills to tweens, teens, and their caretakers. Attendees will learn vital food safety skills as well as self sufficiency methods and broadening skill sets on nutrition, meal preparation, and healthy decision making. Labs are hands on food demonstrations. In conjunction with the University of Maryland Extension, presented by Deon Littles, Ed.D., Family & Consumer Sciences Agent June 28th- Food Safety and Sanitation July 19th- Seasoning and Spice Lab August 15th- Mystery Basket Lab Explore the rich and diverse world of Black art in this hands-on workshop. Discover the styles of iconic and contemporary Black artists, and let their work ignite your creativity. Create your own unique masterpieces inspired by these influential creators. All skill levels are welcome! Calling all history lovers! Interpreters from Historic St. Mary's City will be visiting the Lexington Park Library. Play seventeenth century games like ninepins and graces, explore sensory bins, and learn how to make yucca cordage! This event is intended for families with children aged preschool and up. Progressive hip-hop artist/composer Christylez Bacon is joined by guzheng (Chinese zither) artist Qi Yu for an innovative performance exploring cross-cultural collaboration through music. Elements of hip-hop, like human beatbox, rhyming, and storytelling, blend with elements of traditional and modern Chinese music to create a unique experience spotlighting teamwork and creativity. Together, these two musicians blend genres and styles to bring a wholly original performance that pushes the envelope for musical collaboration. Most seating will be on the floor- feel free to bring a blanket! Summer Performing Arts events are supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council. 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. Progressive hip-hop artist/composer Christylez Bacon is joined by guzheng (Chinese zither) artist Qi Yu for an innovative performance exploring cross-cultural collaboration through music. Elements of hip-hop, like human beatbox, rhyming, and storytelling, blend with elements of traditional and modern Chinese music to create a unique experience spotlighting teamwork and creativity. Together, these two musicians blend genres and styles to bring a wholly original performance that pushes the envelope for musical collaboration. This event takes place at Mechanicsville Elementary School, in the gym. Most seating will be on the floor- feel free to bring a blanket! Summer Performing Arts events are supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council. Registration will open on July 7, 2025 Join us for our summer art series! This summer, we’ll be introducing kids to four different artworks 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. Make sure you wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy! Dream Big & Read with Bluey at a special sleepy storytime inspired by everyone's favorite Heeler family! July is Bluey Reads Month! We’ll play fun Bluey-approved games, make some crafts, and we may even activate our own Bluey dance mode! Dress in your favorite Bluey-themed attire or comfy pajamas, if you wish. Registration is required. Please include everyone in your group during registration (children and adults). This event is a repeat of the same event from July 14th. Please register for only one session. 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. Calling all teen writers! Participate in a workshop designed to improve your worldbuilding, character creation, and writing skills! This event is intended for writers aged 13-18. 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. 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 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. 47720 College Dr., St. Mary's City, MD 20686 We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces! We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces! 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. Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us every second and fourth Thursday. Alternating Art and STEM activities, plus more! No registration required! Tweens and Teens hang at 3! Jun 12- Perler Bead Shennanigans Jul 10- Tabletop Painting Workshop Aug 7- Mini Monet Jun 26- Building & Board Games Jul 24- Creative Writing Aug 21- 3D Pens Join the Mobile Library for an all-ages storytime in the park followed by bubbles, music, playtime, and art! The Mobile Library will be open for library services as well. This activity will take place outdoors from 9:30-11 a.m on Mondays in June and on Fridays in July and August. Participants should bring blankets or chairs for comfort. Please register once per family group for a reminder e-mail or inclement weather notice. In the event of inclement weather, the program may be moved to an indoor location. Registered participants will be notified via email at least one hour prior to the event. Updates will also be shared through our social media channels and on our website. Monday, June 16: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653 Monday, June 23: Cecil Park, 19241 St. George's Church Rd., Valley Lee, MD 20692 Monday, June 30: Seventh District Park, 23035 Colton Point Rd., Bushwood, MD 20618 Friday, July 11: Judge P. H. Dorsey Park, 24275 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650 Friday, July 18: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 Friday, July 25: John Baggett Park, 26929 Three Notch Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659 Friday, August 01: Nicolet Park, 21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD 20653 Friday, August 15: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 Registration will open on July 11, 2025 Let's be scientists & investigate color mixing! Predict, observe, test, collect data, & have lots of fun as we learn about primary colors & secondary colors and how they combine. Recommended for preschoolers and young elementary students. 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. Join local health and life coach, Shaniqua Cousins, as she demonstrates to families how to assemble healthy snacks. This event is a partnership between Healthy St. Mary's Partner a Division of Community Engagement, St. Mary’s County Health Department and St. Mary's County Library Learn about migration histories of cultures around the world.
Register to receive a reminder email, walk-ins welcome! Visit the World on the Move page on our website to learn more about the World on the Move exhibit and additional Library programming. The St. Mary’s County Library has been selected to host World on the Move: 250,000 Years of Human Migration, a national exhibition that aims to help people appreciate migration histories — their own and those of others — by drawing on a wealth of case studies from across human history and the breadth of cultures. The tour includes an overview of the World on the Move exhibit, themed programs, and more! The exhibit will open at Lexington Park Library on July 21st, 2025, and close on August 22nd, 2025. Guests may visit the exhibit during regular library hours. Tours will be given twice a day on July 26th, July 31st, and August 20th. World on the Move: 250,00 years of Human Migration was developed by the American Anthropological Association, together with the Smithsonian’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage and Smithsonian Exhibits. It is administered by the American Library Association’s Public Programs Office. Learn about migration histories of cultures around the world.
Register to receive a reminder email, walk-ins welcome! Visit the World on the Move page on our website to learn more about the World on the Move exhibit and additional Library programming. The St. Mary’s County Library has been selected to host World on the Move: 250,000 Years of Human Migration, a national exhibition that aims to help people appreciate migration histories — their own and those of others — by drawing on a wealth of case studies from across human history and the breadth of cultures. The tour includes an overview of the World on the Move exhibit, themed programs, and more! The exhibit will open at Lexington Park Library on July 21st, 2025, and close on August 22nd, 2025. Guests may visit the exhibit during regular library hours. Tours will be given twice a day on July 26th, July 31st, and August 20th. World on the Move: 250,00 years of Human Migration was developed by the American Anthropological Association, together with the Smithsonian’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage and Smithsonian Exhibits. It is administered by the American Library Association’s Public Programs Office. Registration will open on July 11, 2025 Tackle challenging STEAM activities while laughing, learning and discovering the joy in every scientific twist and turn. Ages 4-14 are invited to join us for different STEAM activities appropriate to their skills and interests. Tackle them all, or master one, you get to choose! Registration will open on July 12, 2025 Let's be scientists & investigate color mixing! Predict, observe, test, collect data, & have lots of fun as we learn about primary colors & secondary colors and how they combine. Recommended for preschoolers and young elementary students. Please register each child. Registration will open on July 13, 2025 Let's be scientists & investigate color mixing! Predict, observe, test, collect data, & have lots of fun as we learn about primary colors & secondary colors and how they combine. Recommended for preschoolers and young elementary students. Please register each child. Prepare to be amazed by Anthony Salazar, magician! This show includes award-winning sleight-of-hand magic with elaborate props, mind-reading, and music. 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. Summer Performing Arts events are supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council. 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. Prepare to be amazed by Anthony Salazar, magician! This show includes award-winning sleight-of-hand magic with elaborate props, mind-reading, and music. 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. Summer Performing Arts events are supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council. 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 a craft, and enjoy refreshments with peers. 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 and build something amazing with our thousands of LEGO and Duplo pieces. 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. 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. Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our
sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials
provided. Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided. Journey through the deep prehistory of St. Mary’s County. Uncover the layers of migration and settlement that have shaped this region and understand their lasting impacts on local culture and society. Visit the World on the Move page on our website to learn more about the World on the Move exhibit and additional library programming. Register to receive a reminder email; walk-ins welcome. Discover the migration patterns of varied peoples to Maryland in the 17th and 18th centuries. Learn about the roots of early naturalization policies in the region and their significance in shaping local history. Migration Journeys is a thought-provoking series that will offer valuable insights into the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of people who have traversed our state and nation, continents and oceans. Through the insights of expert speakers from the St. Mary's College of Maryland's Department of Anthropology, we explore human movement and its role in shaping history, culture, and society and the factors that influenced these migrations. Julia A. King is the George B. and Willma Reeves Endowed Chair in the Liberal Arts professor of anthropology at St. Mary's College of Maryland, where she researches, teaches, and writes about early American and Indigenous history, archaeology, and culture. She has received recognition for her research from the Society for Historical Archaeology, the Society for Ethnohistory, and the William and Mary Quarterly, among others. World on the Move: 250,00 years of Human Migration was developed by the American Anthropological Association, together with the Smithsonian’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage and Smithsonian Exhibits. It is administered by the American Library Association’s Public Programs Office. 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. It's gaming day! It’s time to game on! Swing by the library for an afternoon packed with fun and games. Dive into video game showdowns on the Nintendo Switch, conquer the competition in board games, or just chill with friends in a laid-back, game-filled vibe. Whether you're a gaming pro or just here for the snacks, there’s something for everyone. Perfect for teens ages 13-18. No registration required. Learn about migration histories of cultures around the world.
Register to receive a reminder email, walk-ins welcome! Visit the World on the Move page on our website to learn more about the World on the Move exhibit and additional Library programming. The St. Mary’s County Library has been selected to host World on the Move: 250,000 Years of Human Migration, a national exhibition that aims to help people appreciate migration histories — their own and those of others — by drawing on a wealth of case studies from across human history and the breadth of cultures. The tour includes an overview of the World on the Move exhibit, themed programs, and more! The exhibit will open at Lexington Park Library on July 21st, 2025, and close on August 22nd, 2025. Guests may visit the exhibit during regular library hours. Tours will be given twice a day on July 26th, July 31st, and August 20th. World on the Move: 250,00 years of Human Migration was developed by the American Anthropological Association, together with the Smithsonian’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage and Smithsonian Exhibits. It is administered by the American Library Association’s Public Programs Office. Journey through the deep prehistory of St. Mary’s County. Uncover the layers of migration and settlement that have shaped this region and understand their lasting impacts on local culture and society. Visit the World on the Move page on our website to learn more about the World on the Move exhibit and additional library programming. Register to receive a reminder email; walk-ins welcome. Explore the complex movements of people within Africa and between Africa and the Americas. Understand the causes, experiences, and legacies of these migrations within the African continent and beyond. Migration Journeys is a thought-provoking series that will offer valuable insights into the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of people who have traversed our state and nation, continents and oceans. Through the insights of expert speakers from the St. Mary's College of Maryland's Department of Anthropology, we explore human movement and its role in shaping history, culture, and society and the factors that influenced these migrations. Julia A. King is the George B. and Willma Reeves Endowed Chair in the Liberal Arts professor of anthropology at St. Mary's College of Maryland, where she researches, teaches, and writes about early American and Indigenous history, archaeology, and culture. She has received recognition for her research from the Society for Historical Archaeology, the Society for Ethnohistory, and the William and Mary Quarterly, among others. World on the Move: 250,00 years of Human Migration was developed by the American Anthropological Association, together with the Smithsonian’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage and Smithsonian Exhibits. It is administered by the American Library Association’s Public Programs Office. Learn about migration histories of cultures around the world.
Register to receive a reminder email, walk-ins welcome! Visit the World on the Move page on our website to learn more about the World on the Move exhibit and additional Library programming. The St. Mary’s County Library has been selected to host World on the Move: 250,000 Years of Human Migration, a national exhibition that aims to help people appreciate migration histories — their own and those of others — by drawing on a wealth of case studies from across human history and the breadth of cultures. The tour includes an overview of the World on the Move exhibit, themed programs, and more! The exhibit will open at Lexington Park Library on July 21st, 2025, and close on August 22nd, 2025. Guests may visit the exhibit during regular library hours. Tours will be given twice a day on July 26th, July 31st, and August 20th. World on the Move: 250,00 years of Human Migration was developed by the American Anthropological Association, together with the Smithsonian’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage and Smithsonian Exhibits. It is administered by the American Library Association’s Public Programs Office.
Lunch at the Library
LEGO Block Party at Charlotte Hall Library
Purposeful Play : Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Mobile Library Stop at St. Mary's Caring Soup Kitchen
Lunch at the Library
Crafternoon at Lexington Park Library
Kids Crafternoon at Leonardtown Library
Mobile Library Stop at Lexington Park Senior Apartments
Mobile Library Stop at Patuxent Cove Apartments
46472 Admiral Lane, Lexington Park, MD 20653Lunch at the Library
Library Closed
Lexington Park Chess Day
Lunch at the Library
Playdough Power Play
Origami Workshop
Art Night for Kids
Lunch at the Library
Crafternoon at Charlotte Hall Library
Mobile Library Stop at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum
44720 Lighthouse Rd., Piney Point, MD 20674Purposeful Play : Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Mobile Library Stop at St. Mary's Adult Medical Daycare
Lunch at the Library
Mobile Library Stop at Wildewood Village Event Center
LEGO Block Party at Lexington Park Library
LEGO Block Party at Leonardtown Library
Mobile Library Stop at Loffler Senior Center
Lunch at the Library
Nintendo Switch Smackdown!
Mobile Library Stop at Victory Woods
Tween/Teen Thursdays
SPARK: Storytime in the Park
Tie Dye Block Party at Lexington Park
The Library will supply 1 cotton bandana per person to tie-dye, but you are welcome to bring 1 additional item (tee, bag, hat, etc.) if you’d like. You will have 20 minutes to complete your tie-dye project. Each appointment is for one participant only. Wear something you won’t mind getting messy. This program was made possible in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council and the Maryland State Arts Council. Tie Dye Block Party at Charlotte Hall
Lunch at the Library
This Rocks!: Rock Painting for All
Robots are A-MAZE-ing!
Robots are A-MAZE-ing!
Lunch at the Library
Bluey Reads Month Pajama Party!
Paws to Read
Sensory Friendly Storytime
Lunch at the Library
LEGO Block Party at Charlotte Hall Library
Purposeful Play : Serious Fun for Preschoolers
After-School Adventurer's Club
Lunch at the Library
Crafternoon at Lexington Park Library
Kids Crafternoon at Leonardtown Library
Lunch at the Library
Armor Building
SPARK: Storytime in the Park
Lunch at the Library
Robots are A-MAZE-ing!
Spin and Sculpt Clay: Pottery on the Wheel
Cooking Up Confidence: Cooking And Nutrition Workshop: For Teens And Their Caregivers
Art and Legacy - Black History Through Creative Expression
Historic St. Mary's City at the Library!
Beatbox Remix: Christylez Bacon & Qi Yu @ Lexington Park: Summer Performer
Lunch at the Library
Beatbox Remix: Christylez Bacon & Qi Yu @ Mechanicsville ES: Summer Performer
Art Night for Kids
Bluey Reads Month Pajama Party!
Lunch at the Library
Teen Writing Club
Crafternoon at Charlotte Hall Library
Purposeful Play : Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Mobile Library Stop at First Saints Community Food Pantry
Lunch at the Library
Mobile Library Stop at St. Mary's College of Maryland
LEGO Block Party at Lexington Park Library
LEGO Block Party at Leonardtown Library
Lunch at the Library
Tween/Teen Thursdays
SPARK: Storytime in the Park
Preschool STEAM Fun: Color Mixing
Lunch at the Library
Preparing Healthy Snacks
World on the Move Exhibit Tour
World on the Move Exhibit Tour
STEAMing Through Summer
Preschool STEAM Fun: Color Mixing
Preschool STEAM Fun: Color Mixing
Magician Anthony Salazar @ Lexington Park: Summer Performer
Lunch at the Library
Magician Anthony Salazar @ Leonardtown: Summer Performer
Kids Graphic Novel Book Club
Lunch at the Library
LEGO Block Party at Charlotte Hall Library
Purposeful Play : Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Lunch at the Library
Crafternoon at Lexington Park Library
Kids Crafternoon at Leonardtown Library
Colonial Era Migration to the Chesapeake: Migration Journeys with St. Mary's College of Maryland
Lunch at the Library
Gaming in the Library
World on the Move Exhibit Tour
Internal Migrations within Africa and Beyond: Migration Journeys with St. Mary's College of Maryland
World on the Move Exhibit Tour
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