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Bringing the Library to Fruitland: Summer Series

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM, Games, Technology
Age Group:
Everyone

Step into our Mobile Learning Lab and discover a hands-on space designed for exploration, creativity, and skill-building.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM, Games, Technology
Event Details:

Step into our Mobile Learning Lab and discover a hands-on space designed for exploration, creativity, and skill-building.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Prehistoric Hat Creations

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Roar into the mobile learning lab for a fun craft adventure! In this hands-on program, participants will create their very own dinosaur hat using colorful felt and simple craft supplies.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Roar into the mobile learning lab for a fun craft adventure! In this hands-on program, participants will create their very own dinosaur hat using colorful felt and simple craft supplies.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Storytime with Ms. Tiffany

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Riley Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

A weekly, 45-minute long, storytime for all of our little learners that will include read-alouds, songs, crafts, and more!

Library Branch: Riley Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A weekly, 45-minute long, storytime for all of our little learners that will include read-alouds, songs, crafts, and more!

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group

PokéClub

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18

Calling all young Pokémon Trainers! Join us for PokéClub, an official Pokémon Club program offered in partnership with the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC).

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM, Games, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Calling all young Pokémon Trainers! Join us for PokéClub, an official Pokémon Club program offered in partnership with the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC).

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group

T(w)een Anime Club

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Riley Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Book Discussion, Games
Age Group:
Ages 12-18

A library club for teens, meeting weekly to discuss what they are reading/watching; watch episodes of anime; play anime-related games, participate in anime-related activities; earn prizes, etc.

Library Branch: Riley Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Book Discussion, Games
Event Details:

A library club for teens, meeting weekly to discuss what they are reading/watching; watch episodes of anime; play anime-related games, participate in anime-related activities; earn prizes, etc.

This event is in the "Ages 18+" group

Virtual Tours: Across the World

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Other, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 18+

Join us as we spend the summer months looking at museums from all over the world! Content for some may be slightly graphic in nature, so please, only adults.

June - Louvre: Founding Myths: From Hercules to Darth Vader

Upcoming
Registration Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 18+
Program Type: Other, Technology
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join us as we spend the summer months looking at museums from all over the world! Content for some may be slightly graphic in nature, so please, only adults.

June - Louvre: Founding Myths: From Hercules to Darth Vader

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Bringing the Library to Bivalve: Summer Series

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone

21109 Bivalve Lodge Rd, Bivalve, MD 21814

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

21109 Bivalve Lodge Rd, Bivalve, MD 21814

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Bringing the Library to Bivalve: Summer Series

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM, Games, Technology
Age Group:
Everyone

Step into our Mobile Learning Lab and discover a hands-on space designed for exploration, creativity, and skill-building.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM, Games, Technology
Event Details:

Step into our Mobile Learning Lab and discover a hands-on space designed for exploration, creativity, and skill-building.

This event is in the "Ages 18+" group

Coffee Club @ the Riley Branch

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Riley Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 18+

Visit the new Lewis R. Riley Branch for Coffee Club (formally known as Coffee Klatch). Join us every Thursday morning for coffee and conversation. No registration needed, just drop in!.

Library Branch: Riley Branch
Age Group: Ages 18+
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Visit the new Lewis R. Riley Branch for Coffee Club (formally known as Coffee Klatch). Join us every Thursday morning for coffee and conversation. No registration needed, just drop in!.

This event is in the "Ages 18+" group

Cretaceous Coffee Hour! || Mesozoic Mixers Series || Coffee Club @ The Centre Branch!

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 18+

Cheers, fellow reptilians! Coffee Club is stirring…but we’re mixing it up this summer! Join us on the second Thursdays June-August for our “Mesozoic Mixers” series!

Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 18+
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Cheers, fellow reptilians! Coffee Club is stirring…but we’re mixing it up this summer! Join us on the second Thursdays June-August for our “Mesozoic Mixers” series!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Bringing the Library to Hebron: Summer Series

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone

Hebron, MD 21830

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Hebron, MD 21830

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Bringing the Library to Hebron: Summer Series

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM, Games, Technology
Age Group:
Everyone

Step into our Mobile Learning Lab and discover a hands-on space designed for exploration, creativity, and skill-building.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM, Games, Technology
Event Details:

Step into our Mobile Learning Lab and discover a hands-on space designed for exploration, creativity, and skill-building.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group

The Iron Keep: Table Top Gaming

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 6:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Games, Guest Speaker or Performance
Age Group:
Ages 12-18

Step into the world of imagination, strategy, and storytelling with The Iron Keep, a tabletop role-playing game experience designed especially for teens.

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Games, Guest Speaker or Performance
Event Details:

Step into the world of imagination, strategy, and storytelling with The Iron Keep, a tabletop role-playing game experience designed especially for teens.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 18+" group

Trivia Night

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games, Special Events
Age Group:
Ages 18+

Think you know it all? Come prove it at The Brick Room, where an adult trivia night will be hosted! All categories and subjects are included in this exciting night of trivia.

Open
Registration Available
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Ages 18+
Program Type: Games, Special Events
Registration Available
Event Details:

Think you know it all? Come prove it at The Brick Room, where an adult trivia night will be hosted! All categories and subjects are included in this exciting night of trivia.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Unearth Juggling Skills with Cascading Carlos

Friday, August 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Main Floor at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Children are invited to Unearth the fun of juggling with Cascading Carlos! In this interactive program, kids will learn the basics of juggling while developing coordination, focus, and confidence.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Main Floor
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Registration Available
Event Details:

Children are invited to Unearth the fun of juggling with Cascading Carlos! In this interactive program, kids will learn the basics of juggling while developing coordination, focus, and confidence.

This event is in the "Ages 18+" group

Jurassic Jam! Karaoke & Open Mic || "For the Record" Music Club: Deluxe Edition

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Games, Guest Speaker or Performance, Other, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 18+

Let’s hear you roar for the last day of Summer Reading…literally! Hop up on our Stone Age soundstage for a mini karaoke battle or bring your instrument to perform in our open mic* segment.

 

Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 18+
Program Type: Games, Guest Speaker or Performance, Other, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Let’s hear you roar for the last day of Summer Reading…literally! Hop up on our Stone Age soundstage for a mini karaoke battle or bring your instrument to perform in our open mic* segment.

 

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

STEMasaurus

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

Dig into science and engineering at STEMasaurus! Designed for ages 6–11, this hands-on Saturday program begins with a fun exploration of dinosaurs and the science behind them.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Registration Available
Event Details:

Dig into science and engineering at STEMasaurus! Designed for ages 6–11, this hands-on Saturday program begins with a fun exploration of dinosaurs and the science behind them.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Summer Wrap-Up Ice Cream Party!

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Riley Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone

Celebrate the end of Summer Reading with cool treats and fun outdoor activities! 

Library Branch: Riley Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of Summer Reading with cool treats and fun outdoor activities! 

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group

Teen Gaming Club!

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Riley Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 12-18

Drop in every Saturday from 2:00–4:30 PM for a fun afternoon of video gaming and hanging out with friends.

Library Branch: Riley Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Drop in every Saturday from 2:00–4:30 PM for a fun afternoon of video gaming and hanging out with friends.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Unearth a craft: Fuse Beads Dinosaurs

Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

Dig into a dino-mite craft! Unearth your library at the county fair and create your own prehistoric dinosaur using colorful fuse beads. All supplies provided—just bring your imagination.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Dig into a dino-mite craft! Unearth your library at the county fair and create your own prehistoric dinosaur using colorful fuse beads. All supplies provided—just bring your imagination.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group

Art Social Hour

Monday, August 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riley Branch
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 18+

Unwind, create, and connect at our Art Social Hour! Bring your current project or start something new in a relaxed, welcoming space. Whether you’re here to socialize or focus quietly, we'll be happy to have you!

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riley Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 18+
Registration Available
Event Details:

Unwind, create, and connect at our Art Social Hour! Bring your current project or start something new in a relaxed, welcoming space. Whether you’re here to socialize or focus quietly, we'll be happy to have you!

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group

Build Your Own Lego Stormchaser

Monday, August 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18

Test your skills at building a mini storm chaser car! We will put your building skills to the test with our own mini storm (a leaf blower) and see if it holds up to the test and take it home with you after!

Upcoming
Registration Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Registration Available
Event Details:

Test your skills at building a mini storm chaser car! We will put your building skills to the test with our own mini storm (a leaf blower) and see if it holds up to the test and take it home with you after!

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 18+" group

Board Game Club

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Riley Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 18+

Looking for a new game to play with friends or family? Come out to our monthly Board Game Club and explore the library’s collection of board games!

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riley Branch
Age Group: Ages 18+
Program Type: Games
Registration Available
Event Details:

Looking for a new game to play with friends or family? Come out to our monthly Board Game Club and explore the library’s collection of board games!

This event is in the "Ages 18+" group

"I Know What You Did This Summer" || "Monthly Memories" Scrapbooking

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 18+

Preserve your Summer 2026 adventures! The story is never really over... :)

Library Branch: Centre Branch
Age Group: Ages 18+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Preserve your Summer 2026 adventures! The story is never really over... :)