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Special Announcement
Due to the continuing impacts from the winter storm, PGCMLS will have a delayed opening on Thursday, January 29th. The Accokeek and Laurel branches will remain closed.
Debido a los continuos efectos de la tormenta invernal, PGCMLS abrirán con retraso el jueves 29 de enero. Las sucursales de Accokeek y Laurel permanecerán cerradas.
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Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Spauldings
A caseworker from the Maryland Department of Human Services will be on-site to answer social service questions and assist with various tasks such as applying for the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP), the Maryland energy assistance program, temporary cash assistance, temporary disability assistance, medical assistance, emergency assistance to families with children, and more.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton
Do you love to crochet? Would you like to learn? Join us to crochet & make new friends. Beginners welcome & materials will be provided for first-time participants.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Largo-Kettering
Bring your toddler for a joyful session of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging experience is perfect for sparking imagination and fostering a love of reading in little ones.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt
Bring your baby for a delightful time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays! It’s a fun and engaging experience that sparks early literacy while nurturing those precious bonding moments.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your baby for a delightful time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays! It’s a fun and engaging experience that sparks early literacy while nurturing those precious bonding moments.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel
Bring your baby for a delightful time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays! It’s a fun and engaging experience that sparks early literacy while nurturing those precious bonding moments. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is for interest only and not a guarantee of space. Please pick up a ticket on the day of the program.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your toddler for a joyful session of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging experience is perfect for sparking imagination and fostering a love of reading in little ones.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill
Bring your baby for a delightful time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays! It’s a fun and engaging experience that sparks early literacy while nurturing those precious bonding moments.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville
Enjoy a vibrant mix of stories, fingerplays, and songs in both Spanish and English! This interactive session invites little ones to explore language and culture in a fun, engaging way.
Edades 3 a 5. Se presentarán cuentos, actividades de "fingerplay," y canciones en inglés y español.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your toddler for a joyful session of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging experience is perfect for sparking imagination and fostering a love of reading in little ones.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:45am
Accokeek
Bring your preschooler for a special storytime! In addition to reading books, the books will be acted out using shadow puppets and narrated using audio books!
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillcrest Heights
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Spauldings
Bring your toddler for a joyful session of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging experience is perfect for sparking imagination and fostering a love of reading in little ones.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Jump into a world of discovery with hands-on science and math activities! Enjoy lively songs and fun games that make learning exciting. It’s a playful way for little ones to explore STEM concepts while having a great time!
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Glenarden
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie
Bring your toddler for a joyful session of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging experience is perfect for sparking imagination and fostering a love of reading in little ones.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Oxon Hill
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Largo-Kettering
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Cancelled
Thu, Jan 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel
Bring your baby for a delightful time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays! It’s a fun and engaging experience that sparks early literacy while nurturing those precious bonding moments. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is for interest only and not a guarantee of space. Please pick up a ticket on the day of the program.
Thu, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, unwind with video games, crafts, and plenty of other fun activities! Curious about upcoming events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for the latest Teen Zone updates! For ages 13+
Thu, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Get your body moving and have fun at the library! Sign up for a ride on one of our stationary bikes with great free apps from PGCMLS, like Libby and Kanopy, to enjoy while you work out.
Participants must be 16 or older, sign a waiver before beginning to ride, and be wearing loose-fitting clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Thu, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Bowie - Computer Lab
Get comfortable with the fundamentals of computer use! Through hands-on experience, you'll build essential skills each week and gain confidence navigating the digital world.
Thu, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Get the support you need with homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. This is a great opportunity to boost your skills and gain confidence in your abilities. This program is especially useful for English Language Learner students but all are welcome.
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Have tech questions? Bring them to the library! Get help with using technology for daily life, learning English online, job hunting, and exploring online resources. Registration is encouraged, with appointments available based on availability—first come, first served.
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Get the support you need with homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. This is a great opportunity to boost your skills and gain confidence in your abilities. This program is especially useful for English Language Learner students but all are welcome.
Thu, Jan 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Do you need to earn community service hours? Come make a difference in your community, gain friends from around the area, and make your voice heard in your public library! Ages 13 and up. Limited to the first 35 teens to arrive.
Thu, Jan 29, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Enjoy a free screening of "The Tigger Movie" at the library. Join us for our Hundred Acre Celebration as we celebrate 100 years of Winnie the Pooh. Relax and watch the film on the big screen with others in the community.