Read Woke
St. Mary’s County Library invites community members of all ages to join the Read Woke Challenge! Each month, October 2020 through May 2021, choose a book to match that month’s badge. You’ll read books by Hispanic-Americans, Women, Asian-Americans, LGBTQ+ authors, and more!See more information and get started!
YA First Chapter Fridays
Trying to find your next awesome read? Listen to the first chapter of some great books recommended for teens and tweens by library staff. We hope you get hooked and want to read the rest!
Trivia Mondays
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.
YA First Chapter Fridays
Trying to find your next awesome read? Listen to the first chapter of some great books recommended for teens and tweens by library staff. We hope you get hooked and want to read the rest!
Teen Craft Corner - Yarn, Yarn, Yarn
Follow our 3 Instagram craft sessions that are really easy, and will add a new touch to your personal style.
The fall series of the Teen Craft Corner features yarn as the primary material. Learn to make a Pom Pom Bookmark, an Ombre Kool-Aid Dip Dye Tassel Wall Hanging, and an Ombre Monogram Letter. Follow us on Instagram
Trivia Mondays
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.
Virtual LEXICON: Star Wars Grab & Go Crafts
Pick up a grab-and-go craft kit with instructions and supplies for a fun Star Wars-themed craft! Choose from Chewbacca paper bag puppets, popsicle lightsaber bookmarks, or cardboard tube X-wings!
No registration needed. Pick up grab-and-go kits at all three libraries (at the service desk or by curbside appointment), beginning October 16 and while supplies last!
YA First Chapter Fridays
Trying to find your next awesome read? Listen to the first chapter of some great books recommended for teens and tweens by library staff. We hope you get hooked and want to read the rest!
Virtual LEXICON Author Talk: Meet Preeti Chhibber!
Meet Preeti Chhibber! Hear how she became a writer, what it's like to work in publishing, how much she loves Peter Parker & Baby Yoda, and more!
Ask Preeti your questions about writing in the Star Wars & Marvel universes. Preeti Chhibber is the author of Spider-Man: Far From Home: Peter and Ned’s Ultimate Travel Journal, Orientation (Marvel: Avengers Assembly #1), A Jedi You Will Be, and short stories in A Thousand Beginnings and Endings and Star Wars The Clone Wars: Stories of Light and Dark. Please register with an email address to get the link to this live Zoom event. If you require an accommodation for a disability to participate, please contact virtualservices@stmalib.org to request.
Virtual LEXICON: Trivia Deathmatch!: (No actual death involved)
The famous LEXICON Trivia Deathmatch (no actual death involved) is going virtual! Log on for a fast-paced, family-friendly, all-fandom live trivia showdown.
Win bragging rights and virtual tickets for a grand prize drawing. To participate, you will need both Zoom and the Kahoot website or mobile app at the same time. Two devices are recommended for the best experience. Please register with an email address to receive the Zoom invitation to this live online event.
Feel Good and Live Better with root SUP & Fitness: 4 Part Series
Join Jenn Houck and Cathy Pierce of root SUP Fitness, in this 4 Part Series designed to teach you about the importance of Movement/Mobility, Nutrition, Mindfulness, and Building Strength.
Part 1: Movement/Mobility, Monday, September 14th
The first in this 4 Part Series will focus on the importance of Movement/Mobility. There are many ways to incorporate gentle movement throughout your day. How can you care for your joints so they don't ache as often? What are some things you can do for your back/knees/shoulders?
Part 2: Nutrition, Monday, September 28th
Session two will focus on the importance of Nutrition. We all know what to do, but doing it can be another thing entirely! In this session we will discuss Mindful Eating and give you simple, real-life tips on eating (and preparing) solid, healthy meals. Cooking for a busy family? Have multiple eating preferences in your house? Cathy and Jenn have tips for that too!
Part 3: Mindfulness, Monday, October 19th
Session three will focus on the importance of Mindfulness. Mindfulness has become a bit of a buzz word. Cathy and Jenn will provide education on how to actually bring more peace and calm into your life by practicing awareness.
Part 4: Building Strength, Monday, November 2nd
The fourth and final session will focus on the importance of Heart/Bone Health. As we age it is important to care for our heart and bones properly. Different ages require different exercises, guidelines, etc. Do you know what you should be doing at your age for maximum heart/bone strength? It is never too late to start and you may be surprised at how "easy" it can be.
This series is the perfect way to gain valuable Fitness Education! The owners of root SUP and Fitness can help you learn about your body and what can help you Feel Good and Live Better! Opportunities to have your fitness questions answered will be included throughout the sessions.
Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online event.
If you require an ASL interpreter or other accommodation for this event, please contact us at virtualservices@stmalib.org with as much notice as possible, but no later than five business days before the event date.
Trivia Mondays
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.
Acrylic on Canvas with Jamie Naluai: Moonlit Forest
Jamie Naluai will lead participants through painting a moonlit forest in acrylic paint on canvas.
Materials list:
These items can be purchased locally at Walmart, Michaels, and Hobby Lobby.
PAINT:
You can get any brand of acrylic paint but make sure it’s in a tube and not craft paint in the bottles. The size depends on how big your canvas is and if you will be using the paint for more projects.
- Mars Black/black acrylic paint
- Ultramarine Blue acrylic paint
- Light blue acrylic paint- any light blue will do
- Titanium white acrylic paint
- Burnt sienna acrylic paint
BRUSHES:
- Flat brush
- Large round brush, size 10-12-16, doesn’t matter
- Small round brush, size 2-6, doesn’t matter
Canvas- 8x10 or square, any shape will do- just not very large
Masking tape
Pencil
Hair dryer (so we can dry paint a little faster)
Scissors
Paper towels
Cup of water
Plate for a palette
YA First Chapter Fridays
Trying to find your next awesome read? Listen to the first chapter of some great books recommended for teens and tweens by library staff. We hope you get hooked and want to read the rest!
One Shot Role Playing Game
A rare day off for our adventurer's turns into a barnyard battle as a talking sheep interrupts them with an important quest.
The players will face fearsome foes including giant apes, evil wizards, and.....a bed? This adventure is 3rd level and the characters will be made available ahead of time.
No experience required. Pre-made characters, with a brief overview of the rules. A free Roll20 account is required to play. Microphone required. Character adjustment must be done at least 2 days ahead of the game and must give a list of changes to the dungeon master who will then approve them.
Community Conversations On Race: Acrylic Painting: With Local Artist Monet Brady
Local artist Monet Brady will teach four classes in acrylic painting on Fridays Sept. 18th & 25th and Fridays Oct. 23rd & 30th.
Local Artist Monet Brady will guide participants in creating a new painting each week. During this time, we will have a Q&A with her to talk about her experience in the art world and how her race may have affected it.
This program is part of the Community Conversations on Race.
Each session is a new painting - you do not need to attend all four sessions!
About the artist: Monet Brady has a Fine Arts background with a degree in history and art history. With over 450 painting events under her belt, she has plenty of experience with making sure people have a good time while creating art. Monet loves sharing her skills with those around her. She incorporates her technical know-how with the mastery of letting go and creating. With over 450 painting events under her belt, she has plenty of experience with making sure people have a good time while creating art.
For each class, participants who want to paint will need a 16x20 canvas and red, yellow, blue, white, and black acrylic paint. A large square brush, medium round brush, and small detail brush are recommended for use. Supplies are not required; you are welcome to just watch the sessions, but if you'd like to participate, you'll want at least the basic supplies.
Register to receive the link to the Zoom meeting the day before each session!
Join us this fall for Community Conversations on Race, a series of virtual events to engage in conversation and learn from fellow community members. Community partners for this series include NAACP Unit 7025, Community Mediation of St. Mary’s, Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions (UCAC), Historic Sotterley, and St. Mary’s County Recreation and Parks – Museum Division.
September 25 Project:
October 23 Project:
October 30 Project:
Trivia Mondays
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.
Nutrition Nuggets
Is online learning leaving your kids on their own for breakfast and lunch? Pop in and join us for a bite-sized snack making session.
Learn how to make quick and easy, nutritiously complete meals with just a few simple ingredients and tools.
Register to receive the list of ingredients and required tools.
YA First Chapter Fridays
Trying to find your next awesome read? Listen to the first chapter of some great books recommended for teens and tweens by library staff. We hope you get hooked and want to read the rest!
Community Conversations On Race: Acrylic Painting: With Local Artist Monet Brady
Local artist Monet Brady will teach four classes in acrylic painting on Fridays Sept. 18th & 25th and Fridays Oct. 23rd & 30th.
Local Artist Monet Brady will guide participants in creating a new painting each week. During this time, we will have a Q&A with her to talk about her experience in the art world and how her race may have affected it.
This program is part of the Community Conversations on Race.
Each session is a new painting - you do not need to attend all four sessions!
About the artist: Monet Brady has a Fine Arts background with a degree in history and art history. With over 450 painting events under her belt, she has plenty of experience with making sure people have a good time while creating art. Monet loves sharing her skills with those around her. She incorporates her technical know-how with the mastery of letting go and creating. With over 450 painting events under her belt, she has plenty of experience with making sure people have a good time while creating art.
For each class, participants who want to paint will need a 16x20 canvas and red, yellow, blue, white, and black acrylic paint. A large square brush, medium round brush, and small detail brush are recommended for use. Supplies are not required; you are welcome to just watch the sessions, but if you'd like to participate, you'll want at least the basic supplies.
Register to receive the link to the Zoom meeting the day before each session!
Join us this fall for Community Conversations on Race, a series of virtual events to engage in conversation and learn from fellow community members. Community partners for this series include NAACP Unit 7025, Community Mediation of St. Mary’s, Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions (UCAC), Historic Sotterley, and St. Mary’s County Recreation and Parks – Museum Division.
September 25 Project:
October 23 Project:
October 30 Project:
Please note that library staff may be taking photos of any or all events to use for future library publications. Event participants’ photos may be used without notification or compensation. If you do not feel comfortable having your photo taken, please inform library staff when you arrive to an event.