Kids Events

Make your own mini zine with us! Zines are pieces of art made by cutting and pasting writing, images, stamps, or tape.

Use our wide variety of craft supplies to create a personalized zine or add a page to our Library Zine! Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own writing, stickers, or pictures to help bring your zine to life!

This program was designed with tweens, teens, and adults in mind. No registration is required for this event.

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.

Need a quiet place to do your homework or study help? Learn how to find and use library resources to support your learning from a librarian during this dedicated time for practice and inquiry.

This event is intended for elementary through high school-aged students and on a first-come, first-served basis; this is not meant for tutoring services but study guidance and support.

Are you new to genealogy or just need a refresher on how to improve your research? This three-part series is aimed at helping you form a good foundation to build upon throughout your journey.

Over the course of these programs you will learn methodology, what is available online and what repositories have information that can help answer your genealogical questions.

Throughout these sessions you will:

Understand how to begin collecting and compile family history information.
Learn the importance of sources and documentation.
Learn which records provide different types of information.
Know the difference between online searching and repositories such as courthouses, cemeteries, historical societies, and state and national archives.

This program is being held in replacement of the one previously scheduled for Monday, March 16th.

About Our Presenter
Eve Love, a native of St. Mary’s County, is an ardent student of history and genealogy. Her interest in family history began as a young adult listening to family stories. She has been conducting personal genealogy research for approximately forty years. Eve is a Member of the St. Mary’s County Genealogical Society and has served as President, 1st Vice President and Secretary. She has attended numerous seminars to expand her knowledge and research techniques and has taught Genealogy Classes at the College of Southern Maryland. Eve is also a member of the St. Mary’s County Historical Society, a volunteer member of the St. Mary’s County Historic Preservation Committee and a volunteer at Historic St. Mary’s City. 

Representatives from SMC Recreation & Parks will be in the lobby with information about their programs, facilities, services, and events, as well as to answer any questions you may have.

St. Mary's County Recreation & Parks strives to provide an enriched quality of life for the community through preservation of natural, cultural and historical resources, enhancement of parks and outdoor spaces, and promotion of a variety of leisure experiences. Come talk to them about their current events, programs, parks, trails, and more!

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. 

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 and ending in the Makerspace.

Children are welcome in this class, however, anyone 13 or under needs to have an adult present in the class for it's entirety and both adult and child should register separately.

Looking for a space to work on your art? Bring your writing, drawing, and other art materials and come work with us!

The following makerspace machines will be available for open use during this time: Cricut Maker, a button maker, Cricut Mug Press, 3D pens, and our Memory Lab. This program is intended for ages 16+.

Gather your friends and join us for an exciting evening of wordplay and friendly competition! Participate in timed rounds and collaborate with teammates. Please register everyone in your team.

Test your vocabulary and trivia skills in a unique event that combines the classic fun of spelling bees with the thrill of theme-based challenges. Compete for the top spot in this one-of-a-kind community event that celebrates learning, literacy, and camaraderie!

• Teams of 2-4 participants will compete in 3-4 timed rounds.
• Each round has a specific theme, with words related to the chosen topic.
• Teams earn points for correctly spelling words and guessing the theme.
• Bonus points can be awarded for quick answers or challenging words.
• The winning team is determined by the highest combined score from all rounds.

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

24400 Mervell Dean Rd, Hollywood, MD 20636

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

23154 Wetstone Ln., California, MD 20619

It's been several weeks since you've received communications from the researchers looking into the secrets of a mysterious fungus. You go looking for answers, but will you make it back?

You and up to five friends are investigating the disappearance of a research crew that stopped responding to messages after discovering a large cache of previously undiscovered fungus.

Can you escape before it's too late?

Each group will have 20 minutes to complete the escape room. As the appointments are timed, your time may be further restricted depending on time of arrival. If you arrive after ten minutes past your registration time, you will not be able to complete the escape room and your reservation will be canceled.

Registration is required and will be made available 2 weeks prior to the escape room date! Both weeks are the same escape room, so please only register for one or the other.

Only one person may register the whole party for each time slot. Please include the names of the additional guests who will be completing the escape room in the registration notes.

This program is intended for teens. Tweens may attend but the puzzle difficulty may require assistance! 

Time slots are as follows. Please be on time for the registered time or the time you have to escape may be deducted.

3 PM
3:30 PM
5:30 PM
6 PM
6:30 PM

New to Google Sheets? Or would like to learn to use spreadsheets? Then this is the class for you!

Google features much more than just a search engine with Google Sheets you can keep track of finances, make lists, and calculate columns of numbers. We will get you started with the basics like creating, saving, and formatting the spreadsheets. Please bring your Gmail address, password, and cell phone.

This class does not result in certification.

Computer Skills needed for this class: Mouse and keyboard

Register to reserve your spot and receive a reminder email. Walk-ins welcome as space allows.

Learn about the some of the nuance and special considerations needed when undergoing genealogical research for families of color.

Join us for an overview of resources that will help beginners conduct genealogical research of persons of African American descent. Examples of resources to be covered include the Black Newspaper Archives, Ancestry Library edition, Fold 3 Library edition, Freedmen's Bureau Records, the Legacy of Slavery in Maryland website and more. 

A native of Prince George’s County, Maryland, Christine Iko is a graduate of Temple University, where she double majored in English and African American Studies. She then earned a Master of Library Information Science from the University of Pittsburgh. She has been with Enoch Pratt Free Library system for almost 13 years, where she serves in the African American Department.

The Health Department will share information about its health programs and services for all ages to help you, your friends, family, and/or loved ones become the healthiest versions of yourselves!

The Health Department will share information about its health programs and services for all ages to help you, your friends, family, and/or loved ones become the healthiest versions of yourselves! Stop by to say hello and learn 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.

21905 Chancellors Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

Kaiser Permanente unveils a new generation of mobile health services to the region!

The Kaiser Permanente Mobile Health Vehicle will be on site to provide health education and preventative care services. These screenings include: Blood pressure, Diabetes (A1c) and Cholesterol screenings along with other health education/resources. These screenings are at no-cost to customers. For more information, please contact Kaiser Permanente's team at: 802-489-8812. 

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 every second and fourth Thursday. Alternating Art (second week) and STEM activities (fourth week), plus more! No registration required!

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 28th of the previous month and will close on the 5th 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. If more than one location is closed on the 10th, the Lit Kit will be available the next day all three building locations are open.

Lit Kits will be held for a week before the items are returned to the library.

Williams, McClernan & Stack LLC will offer free legal help to those seeking Maryland expungements of criminal records.

Appointments will be at Lexington Park Library and will last approximately 20 minutes. Please bring any paperwork relating to the case if the case was dismissed because the lawyers will be unable to see it on CaseSearch. Upon registering, participants will be asked to give their name, birth date, and phone number. Please also provide a case number if you have special cases you wish to discuss, as well as the name the case is under if it is different. The lawyers are English speakers. A Spanish language translator will be on site if needed. Please note: registration information will be shared with Williams, McClernan, & Stack so that the attorney can assist you during your appointment. 

Maryland Expungements Only

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Williams, McClernan & Stack LLC ofrecerá asistencia legal gratis para aquellos que buscan expunción de antecedentes penales del estado de Maryland el viernes, 10 de abril, 2025.   

Las citas se llevarán acabo en la biblioteca de Lexington Park y durarán aproximadamente 20 minutos.  Por favor traer todos los documentos relacionados con el caso si se retiraron los cargos porque los abogados no podrán verlos en CaseSearch. Al registrarse, se le preguntara a los participantes su nombre, fecha de nacimiento, y número de teléfono.  Favor de proveer el número de caso si tiene casos especiales que quiera discutir, así como el nombre en el caso si es diferente. Los abogados solo hablan Inglés.  Un traductor en Español estará disponible si lo necesita. Nota: la información de la registración será compartida con Williams, McClernan, & Stack para que el abogado le pueda asistir durante la cita.  

Expunción de casos en el estado de Maryland solamente.  

Unlock your crafting potential by learning how to use the Cricut cutting machine to make your own felt flowers!

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 felt to create a flower 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 materials, but we have all the equipment and tools you'll need! Visit the Makerspace webpage to see open hours and learn about all the Makerspace has to offer.

Note for minors: Teenagers are welcome in our Makerspace classes! Customers aged 14+ can use the Makerspace without a guardian present; younger customers need an adult present at all times while visiting the Makerspace. 

It's a beautiful day in our children's book neighborhood. Stop by, pick a book off the shelf, and be read to by our librarian of the day.

An informal chance to read and spend time with the youth librarians of the Lexington Park Library. Look for our red accordion stool to know it's time. All picture book lovers welcome. Books will be read in the order they are offered to our librarian.

An interactive training program rooted in the tradition of gathering stories in informal, welcoming spaces.

Front Porch Stories invites you to learn the fundamentals of ethnographic research and oral history methods including developing a research focus and interview guides, interviewing and recording techniques, analyzing themes, creating safe and inviting spaces, and more!

Registration is not required to attend--register to receive an email reminder, all walk-ins are welcome!

Visit our makerspace to make a craft with our 3D Pens. 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.

Celebrate National Board Game Day at the library! Play life-sized versions of your favorite board games, including Jenga, Sorry, checkers, Uno, and more.

Feel free to drop in and out of the meeting room during the program time; no registration required. This event is for all ages.

Spend an afternoon at Port of Leonardtown Park reading and crafting! Pack your own picnic, bring a book to exchange (or not), craft mini books, and enter a raffle to win a mini book cart.

Share, relax, or simply enjoy the atmosphere your way. Feel free to pack your own full picnic, along with a blanket or chairs, and settle in for a peaceful afternoon in the park. Mingle with fellow readers or keep it low-key and dive into your own book while enjoying the quiet company of others doing the same.

You can create your own mini books, browse selections from the Mobile Library, and pick up free children's books from the Friends of the Library while supplies last. Swap titles if you'd like-bring a book, take a book, or just browse with no pressure. However you spend it, it's a chance to slow down, unplug, and enjoy a good book in good company. 

This is a weather-dependent event.

Bring in a cherished photo and create a puzzle to challenge and delight friends and family!

Bring a photo from home, create your own artwork during the program, or use one of our pre-made designs. We will provide blank puzzles and the sublimation oven that will bake your chosen piece directly onto the front of the 48 piece puzzle (7.5 '' x 5.1''). 

Community health advocates will be in the lobby to talk about health and wellness services through the hospital.

Learn about ways that AccessHealth can help with overcoming barriers such as transportation, housing, food insecurity, insurance, benefit applications, and more!

Do you enjoy doing arts & crafts, playing board games, and making new friends? Connect and Converse might be the event for you!

We meet on the second Monday of the month to make a craft, play a game, and listen to music.

Our activities for this month are Jenga and mini canvas painting.

This event is intended for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities as well as their friends, family, and caregivers.

Registration is required for attendees. Please use the Add More People button to register every person who will be attending.

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. Feel free to bring your tablet, laptop, journal, or wherever you write best!

Registration is recommended for this event. 

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.

Art doesn't have to be intimidating, or time consuming. Instead, it can be a chance to explore creativity, the ability to make mistakes, and an opportunity to try something new.

Each session will feature a small art and/or craft project that can be completed in an hour to an hour and a half.
 

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

Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects, invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener! Stop by with your plant samples and questions.

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. 

Poetry writing workshop inspired by collection of poems "Ink Knows No Borders".

We will examine selections from Ink Knows No Borders, edited by Patrice Vecchione and Alyssa Raymond, and use those poems as a catalyst for exploring the immigrant and refugee experience through poetry. Selections will be read and reflection will be facilitated by Dr. José R. Ballesteros, Professor of International Languages and Cultures and Interim Co-director of Equity Programming at St. Mary's College of Maryland.

Participants are encouraged to reflect and write based on their own experiences, opinions, and beliefs. All are welcome! No previous poetry experience is necessary; we will all leave with a draft, ideas, and inspiration for future poems.

Whether you have been stitching for years, or you just want to learn, join fellow crafters who love all things fabric and fiber. Register to receive email/text reminders. Walk-in's welcome!

Open to knitters, crocheters, quilters, embroiderers, cross-stitchers, and any other kind of needleworkers. Bring your current project, mingle with like-minded makers, and swap patterns, ideas, and tips. Basic supplies available, if needed. All skill levels welcome. No registration required.

Poetry writing workshop inspired by collection of poems "Ink Knows No Borders".

We will examine selections from Ink Knows No Borders, edited by Patrice Vecchione and Alyssa Raymond, and use those poems as a catalyst for exploring the immigrant and refugee experience through poetry. Selections will be read and reflection will be facilitated by Dr. José R. Ballesteros, Professor of International Languages and Cultures and Interim Co-director of Equity Programming at St. Mary's College of Maryland.

Participants are encouraged to reflect and write based on their own experiences, opinions, and beliefs. All are welcome! No previous poetry experience is necessary; we will all leave with a draft, ideas, and inspiration for future poems.

MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Community Health Advocates will be in the lobby to talk about health and wellness services throughout the hospital, and to provide blood pressure and other screenings.

They will also provide information about ways that Access Health can help with overcoming barriers such as transportation, housing, food insecurity, insurance, benefit applications, and more.

DJ Oso Rock (and his hype girl Ms. Tess) present a half hour of family friendly bangers! The only rule is: you can't stop dancing! (unless you get really tired, then you can take a brief break!)

Please be advised this program will include loud music, flashing lights, and a lot of movement!

Discover the art of sustainable crafting by turning clear recycled plastic and simple dried flowers into elegant botanical bookmarks.

Guided step‑by‑step, you’ll learn how to arrange vibrant blooms, embed them in sleek, transparent frames, and add a personal touch with ribbons or charms. This relaxing, eco‑friendly session offers a perfect blend of creativity and sustainability—plus you’ll walk away with a beautiful, functional keepsake to mark your favorite reads.

This event is for adults.

It's been several weeks since you've received communications from the researchers looking into the secrets of a mysterious fungus. You go looking for answers, but will you make it back?

You and up to five friends are investigating the disappearance of a research crew that stopped responding to messages after discovering a large cache of previously undiscovered fungus.

Can you escape before it's too late?

Each group will have 20 minutes to complete the escape room. As the appointments are timed, your time may be further restricted depending on time of arrival. If you arrive after ten minutes past your registration time, you will not be able to complete the escape room and your reservation will be canceled.

Registration is required and will be made available 2 weeks prior to the escape room date! Both weeks are the same escape room, so please only register for one or the other.

Only one person may register the whole party for each time slot. Please include the names of the additional guests who will be completing the escape room in the registration notes.

This program is intended for teens. Tweens may attend but the puzzle difficulty may require assistance! 

Time slots are as follows. Please be on time for the registered time or the time you have to escape may be deducted.

3 PM
3:30 PM
5:30 PM
6 PM
6:30 PM

Have a favorite garment that needs a little repair? Come learn some mending basics so you can fix it yourself!

We'll demonstrate how to change a hem, repair a hole, and attach a button.  You are invited, but not required, to bring your own item to repair and we'll help you repair it yourself, as time allows.

No experience needed.

Visit our Makerspace during open hours to use one of the sewing machines available for self-guided customer use. We have the sewing machines and all the tools you'll need, just bring your own material and pattern!

Note for minors: Teenagers are welcome in our Makerspace classes! Customers aged 14+ can use the Makerspace without an adult present; younger customers need an adult present at all times while visiting the Makerspace. 

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

Eager to start your spring planting?

Master Gardeners will teach you the proper methods for transplanting seedlings into the garden or containers, whether you winter sow them yourself in milk jugs, grow them indoors or buy from nurseries. A colorful presentation will be followed by a hands-on chance to transplant seedlings into pots you can take home.

This program is made possible with support from the Lexington Manor Passive Park Community Garden and the University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener and Master Naturalist programs. This workshop may qualify for continuing education hours for Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists.

Each month we will discuss a different romance novel. Register to receive the zoom link for the discussion.

April's title is The Girl Who Knew Too Much by Amanda Quick. 

Find The Girl Who Knew Too Much in our catalog

Representatives will be here to educate and assist those who are seeking low-cost or free health insurance options through Maryland Health Connection.

Seedco enrollment counselors will be available to educate and assist with Maryland Health Connection accounts.

If you need assistance, don't forget to bring these items:

1. Birth dates for each household member applying for coverage
2. Social Security numbers or document numbers for each household member applying for coverage
3. Employer and income information for everyone in your household (including pay stubs or tax forms)
4. Citizenship or immigration information for anyone applying for coverage
5. Information about any job-related health insurance available to your household

Call Seedco at 1-855-339-3007 for more information.

https://seedco.org/marylandhealth/  

https://www.marylandhealthconnection.gov/ 

Do you have a preschool-aged child? Come learn about the St. Mary's County Head Start Center-Based Program, which focuses on preparing children for kindergarten.

Representatives from Head Start will be available to talk about their services, enrollment, and answer any questions you may have.

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.

This month's selection is Murder Takes a Vacation by Laura Lippman, the first in her new Mrs. Blossom series.

After finding a winning lottery ticket, everything changes for Mrs. Blossom. She's determined to see the world and no longer let life pass her by, something she was all too used to in her job assisting a private investigator and literally making a living blending into the background.

When she booked her cruise through France on the MS Solitaire, she did not expect to meet Allan on the flight there. He's the first man to spark something inside of her since her beloved husband's passing. However, she also didn't expect Allan to be found dead twenty-four hours later in Paris.

Mrs. Blossom doesn't know who to trust on board the ship, especially when the mystifying Danny keeps popping up around every corner, always present when things go awry. He is convinced that Allan was transporting stolen artwork and that Mrs. Blossom knows more about Allan, his death, and the artifact than she is letting on.

Mrs. Blossom's questions only increase as they continue to sail down the Seine. Why does it feel like she's being followed? Who was Allan really, and why was he killed? And, the most alarming question of all, why do these mysterious men keep flirting with her?!

Find a copy today in our Catalog or download the eBook and audiobook on Libby or the Palace Project.

Bring your littles along to this Big & Little yoga class taught by Kathy Therrien! Children ages 3 to 10 are invited to join their caregivers at this morning yoga session.

Mats will be available, but please feel free to bring your own yoga mat or a beach towel to use. 

Registration is required for this event.

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.

13820 Point Lookout Rd, Ridge, MD 20680

Are you new to using a PC or want to build more confidence using the Windows 11 operating system? Learn how to navigate it effectively with this class!

During this workshop, attendees will learn how to navigate the Windows 11 operating system, manage applications using the task manager, find and manage files and folders, save and delete files, and more.

Computer skills needed for this class: none. 

Register to reserve your spot and receive a reminder email. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. 

Use the Add More People button to register every person who will be attending.

Make mathematical magic as we explore patterns in music, motion, nature, shapes, and colors. Create fantastic pattern crafts to take home!

Check for spots in other sessions:

• Sat, April 18, 10am at Lexington Park Library
• Fri, May 1, 2:30 at Leonardtown Library
• Saturday, May 2, 10am at Leonardtown Library

It's a beautiful day in our children's book neighborhood. Stop by, pick a book off the shelf, and be read to by our librarian of the day.

An informal chance to read and spend time with the youth librarians of the Lexington Park Library. Look for our red accordion stool to know it's time. All picture book lovers welcome. Books will be read in the order they are offered to our librarian.

Make mathematical magic as we explore patterns in music, motion, nature, shapes, and colors. Create fantastic pattern crafts to take home!

Check for spots in other sessions:

• Fri, April 17, 10am at Lexington Park Library
• Fri, May 1, 2:30 at Leonardtown Library
• Saturday, May 2, 10am at Leonardtown Library

Pick a game to play from our Board Game Buffet!

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.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities all about how to take care of our planet! This special Storytime was planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

This special Storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis.

Check out the full lineup of Sustainability Fair events at: https://www.stmalib.org/events/sustainability-fair/ 

Do you love finding ways to reuse items that might otherwise get thrown away? Have you ever wanted to create art? In this program, you can do both!

Make new art creations using found items! Artist Deb McClure will be available to help let your creativity run wild. Come prepared to get a bit messy and have fun! Drop in or stick around for the whole thing.

Check out the full lineup of Sustainability Fair events at: https://www.stmalib.org/events/sustainability-fair/  

Meet with a variety of local "green" organizations that are helping preserve the natural beauty of Southern Maryland!

Learn ways to save money through energy efficiency programs, hear about how to save the bees with native plants, and more!

Participating partners include:

• SMECO: Come meet the SMECO Energy Efficiency team at their table and chat about easy ways to cut energy costs and make managing energy use simpler. Learn about energy efficiency and demand response programs, and pick up practical tips to stay comfortable at home while taking more control of your energy use. SMECO is here to help members save money and support a more sustainable community.
• University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener Program: Master Gardeners are committed to educating residents about safe, effective and sustainable horticultural practices that build healthy gardens, landscapes, and communities. Learn about the upcoming Master Gardener certification course, register for future educational programs, and get tips and tricks for a successful gardening season!
• Lexington Manor Passive Park Community Garden - Gateway Native Garden: The Community Garden is right around the corner and full of fun opportunities to grow with your community. From the communal garden plots full of growing veggies (and quickly ripening strawberries) to the native plants supporting our pollinators right outside the fence, there's always something growing on at the garden!
• St. Mary's College of Maryland - Environmental Studies Department Student Capstone Project: Maryland Seed Swapper Guide: Meet the group of passionate undergraduates designing a community resource to empower people in Maryland to get involved in their communities, specifically through the cultivation of native seeds. Their aim is to create a user-friendly, fact-based, and accessible package for people who want the right information for environmental protection through native plants.

Check out the full lineup of Sustainability Fair events at: https://www.stmalib.org/events/sustainability-fair/  

Meet real, live reptiles & amphibians!

Discover how these fascinating animals adapt to their surroundings in the framework of major environmental issues - pollution, climate change, and habitat loss, to name a few. Come see these creatures up close and gain a new appreciation for the wonders of the natural world, while understanding the importance of protecting their fragile environments.

Each critter will be introduced with brief educational lecture followed by hands-on interaction. Drop in for a favorite animal or stick around for the whole thing!

Check out the full lineup of Sustainability Fair events at: https://www.stmalib.org/events/sustainability-fair/  

A representative of the Maryland Dept. of Labor will be in the lobby to connect veterans and the general public to employment services.

Learn about connections to employers, connections to the DVA, health services, veterans resources, assistance for homeless veterans, and more!

Veteran Services - Workforce Development & Adult Learning

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.

Need a quiet place to do your homework or study help? Learn how to find and use library resources to support your learning from a librarian during this dedicated time for practice and inquiry.

This event is intended for elementary through high school-aged students and on a first-come, first-served basis; this is not meant for tutoring services but study guidance and support.

Are you interested in researching the lives of your ancestors? Do you watch "Finding Your Roots" and wonder how they find all that information?

Members of the St. Mary's County Genealogical Society will be available to give beginners guidance on how to get started.  Or if you've already begun they can assist on planning the next step to expand your research.

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. 

Want to get better at using Cricut Design Space? It's the software needed to use Cricut cutting machines. Learn the basics about how to create your own designs.

Join us in our COMPUTER LAB to learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs with the Cricut Maker. You'll set up your own free Cricut Design Space account (or log in to your existing account) and then be guided through creating your own designs. No experience necessary.

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 an adult present; younger customers need an adult present at all times while visiting the Makerspace. 

Want to showcase your love for your fandom? This series will show you how to make your own fan merch for whatever it is you love! This session will be about designing and making photo keychains.

No experience needed! Characters will be provided for ease of adventure. We'll have a D&D 5e Game every time, while we may have new games to teach as well.

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

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

13723 Point Lookout Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

47550 Mill Field Dr., St. Mary's City, MD 20686

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

Make your own melty creations with our perler beads and heat press!

Registration is recommended for this event. This event was designed with lower and upper elementary school students in mind. 

Everyone needs a bit of time to relax and create. Come and paint with your fellow library users. Chat and make friends, or paint on your own - however you feel that day.

Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us every second and fourth Thursday. Alternating Art (second week) and STEM activities (fourth week), plus more! No registration required!

The Friends of the St. Mary's County Library Annual Spring Book Sale offers thousands of gently used books at amazing prices! Cash, check, credit cards accepted.

Friday, April 24 is Members Only Day. Not a member? Join today! Or join at the door!

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

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a haiku in your best handwriting! Learn to write your name in cursive, then practice a poem in script. This event is for upper elementary students through tweens.

It's a beautiful day in our children's book neighborhood. Stop by, pick a book off the shelf, and be read to by our librarian of the day.

An informal chance to read and spend time with the youth librarians of the Lexington Park Library. Look for our red accordion stool to know it's time. All picture book lovers welcome. Books will be read in the order they are offered to our librarian.

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

21078 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

Tarot cards aren't just for fortune telling. They can be used to meditation, self-reflection, or even just for a fun way to to find a new perspective.

Learn the basics of tarot and how to do a simple spread. There will be time to play with the cards on your own. Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours. All experience levels welcome. 

Find great reads at great prices!

The Friends of the St. Mary's County Library Annual Spring Book Sale offers thousands of gently used books at amazing prices! Cash, check, credit cards accepted.

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

Intersection of McCool Dr. and Clark St., California, MD 20619

Enjoy a cozy afternoon movie, relax, and chat! After the show, there will be a brief discussion to share thoughts and connect.

There will be something new and fresh to explore each month. Check out movies you've never seen, or share some love for one of your favorites! Popcorn will be provided.

Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome as space allows.

All movies will be rated PG-13 and under.

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

Intersection of Smith St., and Scobee St., California, MD 20619

Find great reads at great prices!

The Friends of the St. Mary's County Library Annual Spring Book Sale offers thousands of gently used books at amazing prices! Cash, check, credit cards accepted.

The SoMD Improv Comedy Club is joining us to teach you how to "Yes, And" your way to confidence and success. This three week (with a week off in the middle) series is aimed at teens.

Please try to register for all three sessions to get the most out of this learning experience, as we learn Chicago styled comedy improv. 

You can find SoMD Improv Comedy Club on Facebook & Instagram @sic_somdimprovcomedy or through Email: somdimprov@gmail.com

Learn more about the library's Cricut Maker and practice cutting adhesive vinyl to customize a water bottle to take home!

This introductory, hands-on class will cover how to use an electronic die-cutting machine called the Cricut Maker to customize a water bottle to help you meet those hydration goals! First we'll cut a vinyl decal and then learn how to use transfer tape to apply the design. Participants will also learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs compatible with Cricut cutting machines. No experience necessary, all materials provided.

NOTE: This program will be repeated later in the evening on the same day at 5:30pm. Please register for only the afternoon session or the evening session.

Use the library's Cricut Maker and Heat Press to embellish a multi-use tea towel for your kitchen!

Learn how to use an electronic die-cutting machine called the Cricut Maker, create an iron-on decal using heat transfer vinyl (HTV), and apply that decal to a cotton tea towel using the Cricut Heat Press. Participants will also learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs. No experience necessary; all materials are provided.

NOTE: This program has two sessions--the afternoon session on Monday, April 27, 2:00pm-4:00pm and the evening session on Thursday, April 30, 5:30pm-7:30pm. Please register for only ONE of the sessions.

Learn more about the library's Cricut Maker and practice cutting adhesive vinyl to customize a water bottle to take home!

This introductory, hands-on class will cover how to use an electronic die-cutting machine called the Cricut Maker to customize a water bottle to help you meet those hydration goals! First we'll cut a vinyl decal and then learn how to use transfer tape to apply the design. Participants will also learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs compatible with Cricut cutting machines. No experience necessary, all materials provided.

NOTE: This program is a repeat of the same event earlier in the afternoon the same day at 1:30pm. Please register for only the afternoon session or the evening session.

Do you like reading? Do you like talking about what books you're reading with people who love reading as much as you do? Do you like crafts and book related activities? Join us for our kids book club!

Participants can bring in and discuss whatever they're reading, whether it's novels, graphic novels, nonfiction books, audiobooks, etc., participate in a craft, and enjoy refreshments with peers.

A cornerstone of American government is the the political power of both the federal government and individual states. In this presentation, Dr. Jim Gibb will explain how this system came to be.

The relationship between states and the proposed national government plagued convention delegates. Some saw states as obsolete in the new system; others vociferously advocated for the continued power and authority of each state. In this presentation we will explore the arguments and the solutions that led to the system of shared sovereignty that we have today.

This presentation will explore Articles IV through VII of the U.S. Constitution.

This event will be held live over Zoom. It will also be recorded and uploaded to the St. Mary's County Library YouTube channel.

If you would like to attend this event live and/or watch the recording, please register with an email address to receive the Zoom link the day before the event. The YouTube link to the recording will be emailed to everyone who registers for this program.

Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects, invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener! Stop by with your plant samples and questions.

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. 

Would you like to make choices in your home landscape that invite birds and butterflies into your yard and help protect water quality in the Chesapeake Bay?

Learn about the process of transforming a lawn into a native plant garden. Master Gardeners will discuss how Leonardtown Library's Front Lawn was transformed and how you can take those lessons home.

The "Front Yard" team will share strategies and resources for homeowners who are interested in transforming swathes of turf grass into garden areas that beautify their property, reduce stormwater runoff from their yards, and create habitat for Maryland native birds, butterflies and other pollinators.

The Front Yard is a community project supported by Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay, Friends of St Clements Bay, St. Mary's County Garden Club, St. Mary's County Master Gardeners and The Leonardtown Butterfly Trail.

Join Barb Whipkey, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Lexington Park and LaPlata, for this talk all about hummingbirds.

Barb will discuss nesting behaviors, attracting hummingbirds to your feeders, and more.  Barb will even give some of her tips for hand feeding the hummingbirds.  Make this your best hummingbird season ever!

Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online event.

Designed for neurodiverse library users, their caregivers, siblings, companions, & friends. Picture books, songs, and activities offered with lower lights, lower volume, and in a no-judgement zone.

If other storytimes are sometimes too overwhelming to anyone in your group, come to this sensory friendly storytime on the 4th Wednesday of every month.

Registration is required as space is limited to keep this storytime true to its goals. Please register each person who will be in the room. 

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

Learn all about irrigation!

Proper irrigation management is the foundation of growing great plants; without it all the best seeds, transplants, soils and fertilizer will not do a thing for your garden. We will cover some of the many options for delivering water to your plants, recognizing conditions when irrigation is needed/is not needed, and the importance of proper irrigation management for promoting plant health.

Note: This class will be held at the Lexington Manor Passive Park Community Garden. In the event of inclement weather, this class will be held at the Lexington Park Library. Register to receive notice of change in venue.

This program is made possible with support from the Lexington Manor Passive Park Community Garden and the University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener program. This workshop may qualify for continuing education hours for Master Gardeners.

Want to try out an exercise class but don't know where to start? Start here! The library will host beginner exercise classes for the community to try out and explore. All you need is your enthusiasm.

Want to try out an exercise class but don't know where to start? Start here! The library will host beginner exercise classes for the community to try out and explore. No equipment needed, just bring yourself.

April 29: Pilates

May 27: Yoga

June 24: Pilates

July 22: Fitness 101 Seminar

Use the library's Cricut Maker and Heat Press to embellish a multi-use tea towel for your kitchen!

Learn how to use an electronic die-cutting machine called the Cricut Maker, create an iron-on decal using heat transfer vinyl (HTV), and apply that decal to a cotton tea towel using the Cricut Heat Press. Participants will also learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs. No experience necessary; all materials are provided.

NOTE: This program has two sessions--the afternoon session on Monday, April 27, 2:00pm-4:00pm and the evening session on Thursday, April 30, 5:30pm-7:30pm. Please register for only ONE of the sessions.

Show off your love of reading with some cute jewelry! Learn how to make miniature books of your own and create a fun pair of earrings.

Various cover designs will be available in floral patterns and themed around classic literature. No prior crafting skills or experience are required. All materials will be provided, along with instructions on how to make your own miniature books and design your own covers at home.

Clip-on earrings will be available for those without pierced ears in addition to standard earring hooks.