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Upcoming Events
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Cancelled
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Thu, Nov 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
¿Quieres aprender a usar la computadora y navegar por Internet a través de la Universidad de Maryland? Únete a nosotros para recibir asistencia personalizada y mejorar tus habilidades tecnológicas en un ambiente amigable y acogedor. Curso de introducción a la Inteligencia Artificial. Se ofrecerá en español.
Thu, Nov 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
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.
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Thu, Nov 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
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.
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
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.
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden - Multipurpose Room
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.
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville - Program Room
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.
Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
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.
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights - Large Meeting Room
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.
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Enjoy a day of play and socializing with friends! Rain or shine, this event promises to be a fun-filled experience for everyone!
Cancelled
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillcrest Heights - Conference Room 1
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.
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
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.
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Thu, Nov 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
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.
Thu, Nov 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Oxon Hill - Foundry
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.
Thu, Nov 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
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.
Thu, Nov 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Get excited about healthy food with activities, stories, and games! Enjoy a day of play and socializing with friends! Rain or shine, this event promises to be a fun-filled experience for everyone!
Thu, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
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, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning English? Enhance your English skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in English. Registration is required, and details on how to connect virtually will be provided later.
Cancelled
Thu, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Spauldings
Join us for an energizing Zumba dance class led by a certified instructor! Enjoy lively music and simple, easy-to-follow moves that get you moving, lift your spirits, and help burn calories. Adults with developmental disabilities are warmly welcome!
Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Decorate a Kindness Block using magazine images, quotes, examples of random acts of kindness, positive words and artwork. Materials provided. Celebrate World Kindness Day, Thursday, November 13 !
Thu, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New Carrollton
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 12 community families. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is for interest only and not a guarantee of space.
Thu, Nov 13, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Take charge of your health with free HIV and syphilis screenings from the Prince George’s County Health Department. Open to teens and adults (ages 16+). No appointment needed—just stop by for testing in a welcoming and supportive environment. Walk-ins welcome!
Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch
The Prince George's County Office of Human Rights and the Prince George's County Memorial Library System are excited to host Kaitlin Dickinson, Prince George's County Climate Action Officer.
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bowie
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, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Join a thoughtful conversation about "The Woman in the Woods and Other North American Stories" by Alina Pete, Kate Ashwin & Kel McDonald. Share your insights, hear different perspectives, and connect with fellow readers.
Thu, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Want to be a Pokémon master? Do you like comics, cartoons, and crafts? Join fellow fans each month as we try to catch 'em all, try new series, and enjoy animated worlds.
Thu, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Thu, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Earn community service hours while making a real impact! Join TAG to contribute to your community, meet new friends, and have your voice heard at the library. This session features a special presentation by the University of Maryland Support, Advocacy, Freedom, and Empowerment (SAFE) Center for Human Trafficking Survivors. Ages 13 and up. Limited to the first 35 teens to arrive.