October 2025

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

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

24400 Mervell Dean Rd, Hollywood, MD 20636

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 3-5, with their adult caregivers.

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

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

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

23154 Wetstone Ln., California, MD 20619

Learn about FREE energy efficiency programs for Maryland residents!

The Department of Housing and Community Development offers multiple programs to upgrade and replace heating and cooling systems, HVAC systems, appliances, insulation, and encapsulation of basements at no cost to Maryland residents if they qualify. Renters and homeowners are both eligible for these programs, which are available for all household income levels. In addition to information on these money-saving programs, DHCD will also give tips and guides on how to save energy in the home.

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

Learn about FREE energy efficiency programs for Maryland residents!

The Department of Housing and Community Development offers multiple programs to upgrade and replace heating and cooling systems, HVAC systems, appliances, insulation, and encapsulation of basements at no cost to Maryland residents if they qualify. Renters and homeowners are both eligible for these programs, which are available for all household income levels. In addition to information on these money-saving programs, DHCD will also give tips and guides on how to save energy in the home.

Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online event. You will receive the Zoom link a day or two before the program.

Join author Carole Boston Weatherford and artist Jeffery Boston Weatherford for an inspiring discussion about their book "Kin: Rooted in Hope."

Released in 2024, the book is a work of art, history and personal genealogy – the authors’ search into their family tree led them to ancestors who were among the founders of Maryland. Hybrid in form, and even more expansive in what it has to say, Kin: Rooted in Hope is a book created by, and about, a Black family and its generations. With each poem and its accompanying illustration, Carole and Jeffery tell their family story through each of their kin and the world they lived in: the Chesapeake Bay, the plantation house, Frederick Douglass, Harriett Tubman and more.

The author talk will begin at 7 p.m., with a book signing and sales to follow. Local historical organizations will offer exhibits in the lobby, starting at 6:30 p.m. and continuing through the conclusion of the event.

This event takes place at the Nancy R. & Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center at St. Mary’s College of Maryland: 47855 College Dr., St. Mary's City, MD 20686 (Public parking is in Lot H or S)

Support for this program is provided by the Arts Alliance at St. Mary’s College of Maryland.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.

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

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

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 3-5, with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

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

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

21905 Chancellors Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

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. 

The Three Oaks Center will connect those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to resources in the tri county that can help them with benefits, mental health, substance abuse, housing, and more.

They will also be completing referrals for service on site and collecting paperwork to enroll in their programs and/or offer shelter if available.

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!

Art Activities

• September: Perler Beads
• October: Sticker Art
• November: Make Your Own Bookmarks

STEM Events

• September: Lego Hangout
• October: Board Game 
• November: Escape Room Puzzles

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 a guardian present; younger customers need an adult present at all times while visiting the Makerspace. Waivers are no longer required.

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. Drop in every second and fourth Thursdays--no registration required. 

Each month we will discuss a different fantasy or science fiction novel. October's book is Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

Find the book in our catalog

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.

Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

LexiCon is an event for people of all ages who love comic books, science fiction, fantasy, gaming, and superheroes! Join us for trivia, an obstacle course for kids, a cosplay contest, and prizes!

Schedule
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Board Games, Photo booth, VR games
10 – 11 a.m.: “Heroes in Training” Course
12 – 2 p.m.: Minifigure Painting
12 – 1 p.m.: Mask Designing with Craft N Stitch
1 – 2 p.m.: Trivia
2 – 3 p.m.: Activities and Prize Vault
3 – 4 p.m.: Cosplay Contest

Schedule subject to change. See more about LexiCon and enter the cosplay contest!

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

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

Have a whackadoo good time inspired by Bluey and friends!

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, if you wish. 

Registration is required. Please include everyone in your group during registration.

The Library is closed in observance of indigenous Peoples' Day

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

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

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

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

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 3-5, with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Ask a Master Gardener-Plant Clinics is a program where Master Gardener volunteers, in conjunction with the University of Maryland Extension, provide information to home gardeners.

Ask a Master Gardener-Plant Clinics is a program where Master Gardener volunteers, in conjunction with the University of Maryland Extension, provide information to home gardeners. Master Gardeners answer questions, give recommendations, and provide printed information on a variety of gardening subjects.

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. 

Want to decorate a pumpkin without getting into the guts? Us, too! Come make a decoupage pumpkin with us!

Whether you have been creating for years or just started on your journey, join fellow crafters who love all things fabric and fiber.

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

Due to the lapse in appropriated federal funding, our presenter is unable to attend this program as currently scheduled.

The Social Security Administration provides protection for workers and their families.

SSA Programs provide monthly income to seniors, workers with a disability, children with disabilities, and families in which a spouse or parent has died.

In this open forum, community residents will have the opportunity to ask questions about any aspect of Social Security benefits. Have your questions answered by our Social Security Administration outreach specialist, Diana Varela. You will receive a Zoom link to join this virtual presentation a day or two before the program date.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.

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

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.

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

CareFirst will have information on Medicaid, including how to sign up for Medicaid in Maryland, helpful resources, and free giveaway items.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 3-5, with their adult caregivers.

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

That WIP you said you'd finish would love to come to the Maker Space!

It's a Teen Takeover in the Makerspace!

From 5:30-7 pm on 9/24, 10/15, and 11/12, the Makerspace will be open for teens to hang out, make art, and vibe! You can work on your own project or make a zine, a tiny painting, or just chill for a bit. Bring your own materials or utilize the Makerspace for your art.

No registration required. Walk-ins welcome! 

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.

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

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!

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 3-5, with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Create spooky-cute squishies at Franken-Squishy! Cut, paint, and redesign old or new squishies with Halloween flair. All materials provided—costumes welcome!

Get ready to cut, glue, paint, and create your very own spooky-cute squishy creation in this hands-on Halloween workshop inspired by YouTube artist Moriah Elizabeth!

At Franken-Squishy, we’ll breathe new life into old or damaged squishies—just like Dr. Frankenstein—with monster makeovers, creepy-cute combos, and Halloween-themed transformations. Participants will mix and match parts, use fabric paint to redesign, and turn squishy "misfits" into spooky masterpieces!

All materials provided—just bring your creativity and an old squishy or two if you have them. Costumes encouraged but not required!

REGISTRATION OPENS OCTOBER 1st! 

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 program will be held inside the Library in the Maryland Room, rather than the usual Meeting Room.

In honor of spooky season, this month we will be discussing The Village Library Demon-Hunting Society (2024) by C. M. Waggoner.

The number of bodies that librarian Sherry Pinkwhistle keeps finding (and killers she's been catching) is starting to concern her. Her neighbors, however, don't seem surprised. As the body count rises, Sherry starts to become convinced that the cause of these deaths is a bit more... unnatural. When a friend ends up dead and her cat, Lord Thomas Crowell, suddenly becomes possessed by a demon, she starts to worry she may have to become an exorcist as well as an amateur sleuth. Luckily, she discovers that her village has its own "Demon-Hunting Society." With their help, she may be able to solve the murder AND get rid of the demon possessing her cat.

Find physical copies in our Library catalog or check out the eBook or digital audiobook versions on Libby or Palace Project.

Unlock your crafting potential by learning how to use the Cricut cutting machine to make your own Fall themed tote bag!

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 Iron-on Vinyl (also known as Heat Transfer Vinyl, or HTV) as well as the Cricut Heat Press to apply the vinyl onto fabric. Participants will also learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs. No experience necessary, all materials provided.

Everyone is welcome to visit the Leonardtown Library Makerspace during open hours to use the Cricut to create whatever you can imagine! Customers need to have their own Cricut Design Space online account and bring their own material, but we have all the equipment and tools you'll need! Visit the Makerspace webpage to see open hours and learn about all the Makerspace has to offer.

Note for minors: Teenagers are welcome in our Makerspace classes! Customers aged 14+ can use the Makerspace without a guardian present; younger customers need an adult present at all times while visiting the Makerspace. Waivers are no longer required.

Get a FREE headshot photo taken at our Library!

Want to give your personal branding a boost? Here's your chance to get a free, polished digital headshot to use your way: LinkedIn, Teams, work email, personal and business marketing, announcements, and social media. Grab an appointment time while they last!  Recommended attire includes neutral colors and to avoid clothing with logos.

Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Join us for a study in nature - we'll chat about leaves and trees, do some leaf crafting, and head into the Front Yard to see if we can be tree detectives!

This event is intended for preschoolers. Please register each person participating.

Tie Dye Block Party... IN THE FALL!? Teens and Tweens can bring one item of their own to be dyed, or snag one here that we provide from various accessories.

A STEM-based program for preschool-aged children all about our favorite orange gourd!

Participants will enhance their motor skills while using tweezers to count pumpkin seeds; practice the scientific method to estimate the height, weight, and circumference of provided pumpkins; and participate in a sensory experience by making slime inside of a real pumpkin! This program was designed for preschool and lower elementary aged children. Please register each child attending.

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

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

In honor of our library's 75th anniversary, learn the importance of preserving your family's personal histories! Register for text/email reminders. Walk-ins welcome

Explore the library's Memory Lab where you can digitize your cherished memories. Discover how to contribute your stories to our community's collective history through oral storytelling and memorabilia collection. Learn how you can conduct your own oral history project to share your family history with future generations.

Explore the garden and go on guided nature walks with a Master Gardener!

A St. Mary's County Master Gardener will take groups of kids with their parents into the garden and around the outside of the Library to observe and explore nature and our surroundings. We will learn about trees changing color, seeds sleeping in the ground and what they will grow into, pollinators and the lives that live in the garden. She will show and teach use of various tools and explain their importance for observation and education.

Infants to younger elementary children and their parents will be taken in groups to explore, there will be activities inside for those waiting.

Use cardboard to make adorable and impressive castles or cabins for your feline friends to enjoy!

Using the Library's ChompSaw, a child-safe specialized saw for cutting cardboard, and some other child-safe cutting tools, participants will be given a starter design and then be encouraged to improve and experiment with designs of their own.

Through trial-and-error testing, learn what goes into engineering to create more effective supports, and work together to share and implement ideas.

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. Please note that October's event will be held on the third Monday of the month due to Indigenous Peoples' Day. 

Our activities for this month are Legos and glitter magnets. As glitter can be messy, we recommend wearing casual clothes to this event!

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

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

Get on-the-spot assistance to apply for health insurance through Maryland Health Connection!

Maryland Health Connection's Certified Enrollment Counselors from Seedco will help you identify the plans that meet your needs and budget!

Open enrollment through Maryland Health Connection is November 1st through January 15th. During this time, Maryland residents, 65 and under, who are not enrolled in Medicaid, Medicare, VA, or have an offer of employer sponsored health insurance may be eligible to apply.

Please bring the following information for each applicant:

• Birth dates
• Social Security Number or ITIN
• Employer and income information
• Citizenship or immigration information
• Current enrollment identification
• Photo ID

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments guarantee someone will be available to assist you at the event. Call Seedco at 855-339-3007 to set up an appointment or if you have any questions. 

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.

Create a not-so-spooky new friend out of simple supplies!

All materials provided. This program is intended for upper elementary aged children. Please register each child participating.

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

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

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

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 3-5, with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Join us for 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. 

Join us for an open and compassionate discussion on suicide prevention, followed by a journal-decorating activity.

Health professionals from the St. Mary’s County Health Department will share valuable information, answer questions, and connect attendees with local resources. After the presentation, unwind with creative journal-decorating to encourage reflection and self-care.

Your Mind Matters is an ongoing series dedicated to promoting mental wellness, reducing stigma, and connecting our community with tools for healthier living.

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.

Adventures and activities are aimed at ages 10 to 18.

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

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

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

13723 Point Lookout Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 3-5, with their adult caregivers.

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

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

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

47720 College Dr., St. Mary's City, MD 20686

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

You receive a mysterious invitation to Dr. Jekyll's Lab. But the writing changes halfway through. Surely there is nothing odd about this venture...

You and up to five friends must escape Mr. Hyde's clutches before time runs out!

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.

Registration is required and is now available!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 3-5, with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

The Three Oaks Center will connect those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to resources in the tri county that can help them with benefits, mental health, substance abuse, housing, and more.

They will also be completing referrals for service on site and collecting paperwork to enroll in their programs and/or offer shelter if available.

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!

Art Activities

• September: Perler Beads
• October: Sticker Art
• November: Make Your Own Bookmarks

STEM Events

• September: Lego Hangout
• October: Board Game 
• November: Escape Room Puzzles

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. Drop in every second and fourth Thursdays--no registration required. 

Join us virtually with Barb Whipkey, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Lexington Park and LaPlata, MD, to learn about birds who store food in caches; the little birds who hide away a big stash!

Register to receive a Zoom link; the Zoom link will arrive via email one to two days before the program.

Each month we will discuss a different romance novel. October's title is Angelika Frankenstein Makes Her Match by Sally Thorne

Find the book in our catalog

Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

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

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

21078 Three Notch Rd, Lexington Park, MD 20653

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

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

Calling all tiny engineers! You are invited to design a train track, stack some magnets, and explore the joys of building.

Join us in the thrill of the build with this hour of hands on, interactive play! Register with your email address to secure your spot-click on "add more people" button to bring special guests!

Join us in honoring 75 years of community, learning, and imagination at the St. Mary's County Library's Leonardtown Celebration!

Our Diamond Jubilee will feature festivities and fun for the whole family, whether you're a lifelong library lover or joining us for the first time.

Stop by and participate in our photo booth, come on behind-the-scenes Library tours, create crafts, vote on your favorite book, 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.

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

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.

Fire burn and cauldron bubble! Perfect for the spooky season, come make an adult sensory bottle designed to look like your very own potion!

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

Celebrate & share the bounty of this year's growing season!

Join us at the Lexington Manor Passive Park Community Garden for a joyful year-end celebration with music, snacks, and activities! Learn essential gardening skills at one of the mini seed-saving workshops, create a craft to beautify your home garden, and share stories and seeds with fellow gardeners as we reflect on another successful year at the Community Garden.

This event features a native plant swap and a vegetable seed swap to support our pollinators and local biodiversity! Spread the joy by bringing native plants and veggie seeds to share, or simply enjoy the abundance of the season as you build your garden for next year!

Schedule of events:

• 1:00 - 4:00 PM:
  • Live music
  • Arts & crafts
  • Native plant swap and vegetable seed swap
  • Partner organizations meet 'n' greet
  • Appreciation Corner cards
  • Light refreshments
• 2:00 - 2:15PM: Gateway Native Garden Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and BayWise Certification Plaque Unveiling
• 2:30 - 2:45PM & 3:30 - 3:45PM: Seed saving demos with a Master Naturalist

As your garden transitions to the cooler months, find warmth at your local community garden! 

Note: This event is weather-dependent. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be postponed to Sunday, November 2, 1 - 4 p.m. Register to receive a reminder email or notice of postponement due to weather. Walk-ins welcome!

Come enjoy Halloween-themed games and activities while trick-or-treating through the library in your costume!

Register once per family group to receive a reminder email. Walk-ins welcome!

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.

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.
 

What were the Articles of Confederation? What did this agreement set out to do, and what made it ineffective in the end? Attend this presentation with guest speaker Dr. Jim Gibb to find out!

The Second Continental Congress adopted the Articles of Confederation as a contract that defined the relationship existing between the sovereign States. This presentation explores the practical aspects of that contract, informed by principles, but in the end unwieldly and inadequate to the needs of the war and to overcoming obstacles confronting the New Republic.

During this series, we will explore the deficiencies of the initial Articles of Confederation, the further refinement of such ideas as the sovereignty of the People, and the development of our Nation’s “owners’ manual,” the document that instructs government as to its role in American society and the US Constitution’s constraints on government.

This presentation 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.

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

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

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

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 3-5, with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Ask a Master Gardener-Plant Clinics is a program where Master Gardener volunteers, in conjunction with the University of Maryland Extension, provide information to home gardeners.

Ask a Master Gardener-Plant Clinics is a program where Master Gardener volunteers, in conjunction with the University of Maryland Extension, provide information to home gardeners. Master Gardeners answer questions, give recommendations, and provide printed information on a variety of gardening subjects.

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. 

Learn about the importance of maintaining the tree canopy and ways you can help protect our environment!

This seminar is hosted by Caroline DiGiovanni, a Watershed Restoration Educator with the University of Maryland Extension. She will speak on trees and the role they play in helping to manage stormwater to protect our waterways.

Suggestions on ways you can help by planting more trees and protecting the trees we already have will be shared along with considerations for selecting tree species when planting. 

Can you win the challenge? Test your skills in Nintendo Switch games and determine who's the best at games such as Smash Bros, Mario Kart, and more!

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 3-5, with their adult caregivers.

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

Add to your basics skills of threading and operating a sewing machine to create your own microwavable soup bowl cozy!

Basic sewing machine experience is needed but all materials are provided. If you have not operated a sewing machine, please consider taking Sewing Machine 101 before taking this class.

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

Note for minors: Teenagers are welcome in our Makerspace classes! Customers aged 14+ can use the Makerspace without a guardian present; younger customers need an adult present at all times while visiting the Makerspace. Waivers are no longer required.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 3-5, with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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

It's our most spectacularly spooky event of the year! Join us for an evening of autumnal activities, ghostly games, and trick or treating adventures through the library!

No registration is required to attend this family friendly event! Grab your ghostly pals and don your best costumes for the spookiest soirée of the season!

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

Come enjoy Halloween-themed games and activities while trick-or-treating through the library in your costume!

Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

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