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My Place to Learn, Discover, Relax! March 30, 2016
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News at a Glance 
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Did you know... You can set Hoopla to Kid's Mode? Hoopla gives library customers instant access to thousands of movies, TV shows, music albums, ebooks, comic books and audiobooks. Hoopla has no waits or holds! You can download or stream immediately. New from Hoopla is a 'Kid's Mode' which while you are in that setting will limit what you can checkout to kid-friendly titles and media. All you have to do is go to settings in the Android or IOS App or online and click 'Kid's Mode'. This will change the setting on that device only - not the whole account. If you want to change back to seeing all the content on Hoopla, simply turn off 'Kid's Mode' in settings. For more information, come in to any branch or visit www.stmalib.org |
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Auto-Renewal - A Great New Service! 
One Less Worry!
Starting April 1, all eligible* library materials will be automatically renewed! You'll save time and money through this new service.
*Exceptions include 1. Items that have been placed on hold by another customer. 2. Items that have reached the maximum number of renewals 3. Any e-content (digital books, magazines or music) 4. Any account that is blocked
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Cassie Recognized for Exceptional AskUsNow Transcript
Way to go, Cassie!
Maryland AskUsNow! is the statewide interactive online information service available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Using the expertise of librarians all over Maryland to provide answers to questions, research guidance, and help navigating the internet, AskUsNow provides quick and easy access to great information.
Cassie from Leonardtown Library is one of the AskUsNow! Librarians that answers questions from all over the state. In February, she answered a customers' questions in an exceptional way and is being recognized for her great customer service. Congratulations, Cassie!
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Donate supplies for care packages and get your fines forgiven!
During National Library Week, April 10 - 16, 2016, St. Mary's County Library will be accepting individual and travel-size items or packages of items to get fines waived. Get $1 waived off overdue fines for any individual item from our list, or $3 waived for a package.
Donations: - Sunscreen
- Bottled water
- Batteries
- Chapstick
- Packs of tissues
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Small combs
- Soap/Body wash
- Gum/Mints
- Bandaids
- Mouthwash
- Shampoo
- Lotion
- Deodorant
- Hand Sanitizer
All donations will be distributed through St. Mary's County to local organizations serving individuals in need.
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St. Mary's Financial Classes
In partnership with the St. Mary's County Housing Authority
St. Mary's County Library will be hosting Financial Classes in partnership with the St. Mary's County Housing Authority.
Developing Money Smart Habits
Saturday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Lexington Park Library.
Money management is a skill that is rarely taught in school, and many consumers know how costly it can be to go through life without the help of a smart money-management strategy. Learn how to build one today. This information session is being presented by The Assets for Financial Independence Foundation, Inc, in partnership with the St. Mary's County Housing Authority. Register
Watch for two more classes, 'To Your Credit' and 'Your Own Home' later this summer.
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Technology Survey Results
Thank you to everyone who participated!
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Technology Survey! We had an amazing 946 individuals take our survey, giving us valuable information about how we are meeting the needs of our community. An overview of some of the results is below.
Your library's public access at workAt St. Mary's County Library there are 123 public access terminals within the library system. Of the respondents, 565 (60%) used a computer in the library to access the Internet during the past 12 months, with frequencies as follows:
- 98 (17%) did so once a week or more frequently;
- 114 (20%) did so about 1-3 times a month;
- 353 (62%) did so less than once a month.
48% (453) of respondents say that public access to computers and the Internet is important or very important to them, personally. 86% (812) say it is important or very important to have these resources available for others in our community.
The beneficiaries of library Internet access often extend beyond the individual users; 41% (278) of users found information or performed tasks for other people using the library's computers or Internet connection.
How Do Customers Use Library Technology?
Who uses St. Mary's County Library's public access?91% (617) of St. Mary's County Library's public access technology users have alternative Internet access somewhere other than the library. Of those, 53% received help when they visited the library. Of the 573 respondents with alternative access who received help, 9% were 65 years and older. 14% of St. Mary's County Library's public access technology users are low income (below 200% of the poverty line). Of public technology users with no alternative access, 46% are low income. Return to Top
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Kids Programs
Minecraft Mania!
Share strategies with other Minecrafters, explore new terrain, gather raw materials and create amazing structures. For ages 6-14.
Leonardtown Thursday, April 7 4 - 6 p.m.
Drop - in, no registration
Lexington Park Tuesday, April 19 6 - 7:30 p.m. Registration is required and opens two weeks before the program.
JAMuary in April: Family Jam and Open Mic
Sing and strum along to some of your favorite songs at our all ages celebration of music. Bring an instrument, or play one provided by the library. No registration required. Charlotte Hall Saturday, April 9 10:30 a.m. Elephant & Piggie & Friends Party (Children's Book Week) We love Elephant & Piggie, the Pigeon, and all their friends! Celebrate Children's Book Week with wacky games, readers' theater, silly songs and creative crafts featuring our favorite Mo Willems books. Charlotte Hall Saturday, April 23 10:30 a.m.Lexington Park Friday, April 29 10:30 a.m.
Kids and their grownups dance 'til we drop with all our favorite kid-friendly songs from storytime and beyond! All ages. No registration needed.
Charlotte Hall Friday, April 29 10:30 a.m.
School Age STEM: Project Wet and Wild
Get a little wet and a little wild as we learn about the natural environment with experiments and engineering challenges. Ages 6 - 12. Registration opens 2 weeks before the program.
Leonardtown Friday, April 29 2 p.m.
Alice in Wonderland: Through the Looking Glass
Travel through a whimsical world and help Alice become queen. Celebrate Humpty-Dumpty's un-birthday and play a game of croquet! All ages.
Lexington Park Thursday, May 26 6 - 7:30 p.m.
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Teens Programs
Teen Art Contest Showcase
See local teen art on display at the Lexington Park Library Art Gallery Show starting Tuesday, March 1 through Thursday, March 31.
Awards showcase at
Lexington Park Library on Thursday, March 31, 5-7 p.m.
Teen Tech Space
Open computer lab use for Teens and Tweens ages 11 - 18. Play Minecraft, Wii, games, computers, and make crafts. Hang out and bring your friends!
Lexington Park Wednesdays, January 6- May 25 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Money 101: How to Pay for College
Money makes the world go 'round. When looking at college, it is easy to get overwhelmed by all the dollar signs attached with a college. However, there are ways to navigate the system in order to attend the college that you love without breaking the bank. In partnership with AmeriCorp Vista and St. Mary's College of Maryland students. Free, no registration.
Leonardtown Thursday, April 14 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Southern Maryland Math Circle
The Southern Maryland Math Circle provides fun, fascinating math activities for middle and high school student (and their families)! Run by the faculty from St. Mary's College of Maryland. Snacks provided.
Lexington Park Saturday, April 9 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Alice in Wonderland: Through the Looking Glass
Travel through a whimsical world and help Alice become queen. Celebrate Humpty-Dumpty's un-birthday and play a game of croquet! All ages.
Lexington Park Thursday, May 26 6 - 7:30 p.m.
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Adult Programs
Charlotte Hall Thursday, April 7 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Leonardtown Tuesday, April 12 1 - 4 p.m.
Lexington Park Wednesday, April 27 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Veterans Book Group
Veteran and author Wayne Karlin will lead a book group the first Friday of each month February - June. Lunch and all materials are provided. Registration required: contact Cecelia Thomas at 301-863-8188, press 3 or cthomas@stmalib.org.
Lexington Park April 1, May 6 and June 3 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Mobile Veterans Center
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Mobile Vet Center (MVC) will be available to provide services for veterans, active duty service members, and their families. The MVC counselors focus on readjustment issues such as PTSD, drug and alcohol dependency, military sexual trauma, suicide prevention, and dealing with lost. They can also help connect individuals with other veterans' services and programs. All of the MVC services are free and confidential. Drop-in event, no registration required.
Lexington Park Friday, April 1 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Developing Money Smart Habits
Money management is a skill that is rarely taught in school, and many consumers know how costly it can be to go through life without the help of a smart money-management strategy. Learn how to build one today. This information session is being presented by The Assets for Financial Independence Foundation, Inc, in partnership with the St. Mary's County Housing Authority.
Lexington Park Saturday, April 9 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Job Searching
This workshop is designed to assist with navigating through the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE) system to conduct Job Search. Participants will learn how to job search utilizing additional career sites to enhance employability, learn tips on how to complete an online application and learn how to conduct a successful job search. Professionals will help review position descriptions and utilizes ONET online resource center to enhance your resume and application content. In partnership with JobSource, St. Mary's One Stop Career Center.
Register.
Lexington Park Monday, April 18 2 - 4 p.m.
Interview Skills
This workshop will introduce and answer questions as they relate to interviewing. Discussed will be purpose, preparation, body language, salary, legal and illegal questions, closings and follow-up. Participants will have a clear understanding of how to prepare and conduct themselves during an interview. In partnership with JobSource, St. Mary's One Stop Career Center.
Lexington Park Monday, April 25 2 - 4 p.m.
One-on-One Help available -
call your branch to make an
appointment for one-on-one computer assistance.
Microsoft Office: Introduction to Word 2013
Learn how to open, create, format, print, and save documents using Microsoft Word 2013. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1 & 2, or basic skills in using the mouse & keyboard. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Register
Lexington Park Monday, April 4 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Genealogy 101: Part 2Part 2 of 2. Explore additional places to locate genealogical information using books, libraries, websites, censuses, government sources and more. Basic computer skills and email account required. Register Charlotte Hall Thursday, April 7 2 - 4 p.m.
Microsoft Office: Introduction to PowerPoint 2013Learn the basics of creating multimedia presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint 2013. Explore how to animate presentations using various effects. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1 & 2, or basic skills in using the mouse & keyboard. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Register Lexington Park Monday, April 11 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Staying Safe OnlineLearn how to stay safe online by protecting your personal information and avoiding common Internet scams. Prerequisite: Ability to use a mouse. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Register Leonardtown Monday, April 11 2 - 4 p.m.
Microsoft Office: Introduction to Publisher 2013Learn to create flyers, cards, certificates and more! Basic computer skills required, ability to use a mouse, and familiarity with Microsoft Word. Adult computer classes are for ages 16 and up. Register Lexington Park Monday, April 18 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Microsoft Office: Introduction to Excel 2013
This class is recommended for individuals who are new to Microsoft Excel or have limited spreadsheet experience: Providing an introduction to spreadsheets and the practical uses and versatility of Excel. Students will learn time saving features and tips for using Excel effectively. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1 & 2, or basic skills in using the mouse & keyboard. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Register Leonardtown Monday, April 18 2 - 4 p.m. Microsoft Office: Introduction to Excel 2013
This class is recommended for individuals who are new to Microsoft Excel or have limited spreadsheet experience: Providing an introduction to spreadsheets and the practical uses and versatility of Excel. Students will learn time saving features and tips for using Excel effectively. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1 & 2, or basic skills in using the mouse & keyboard. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Register Lexington Park Monday, April 25 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Microsoft Office: Intermediate Excel 2013
Learn intermediate formulas, work with rows, columns, and worksheets. Basic Excel skills required. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Register Leonardtown Monday, April 25 2 - 4 p.m.
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Book Discussions
Join a book discussion at your branch to talk about a good book!
All three book discussion groups are seeking new members for 2016.
All book discussions are open to the public. Copies of selected titles are available at the hosting library.
The best-selling author John Grisham takes on big coal with dramatic results. Losing her job at New York City's largest law firm in the weeks after the collapse of Lehman Brothers, Samantha becomes an unpaid intern in a small Appalachian community where she stumbles upon dangerous secrets. (Novelist)
Charlotte Hall Monday, April 4 7 p.m.
The author of Bird in Hand and The Way Life Should Be delivers her most ambitious and powerful novel to date: a captivating story of two very different women who build an unexpected friendship: a 91-year-old woman with a hidden past as an orphan-train rider and the teenage girl whose own troubled adolescence leads her to seek answers to questions no one has ever thought to ask. ... Rich in detail and epic in scope, Orphan Train is a powerful novel of upheaval and resilience, of second chances, of unexpected friendship, and of the secrets we carry that keep us from finding out who we are. -Amazon
Lexington Park Monday, April 11 6 p.m.
Fifteen years ago Vida Avery arrived alone and pregnant at elite Fayer Academy. She has since become a fixture and one of the best teachers Fayer has ever had. By living on campus, on an island off the New England coast, Vida has cocooned herself and her son, Peter, from the outside world and from an inside secret. For years she has lived largely through the books she teaches, but when she accepts the impulsive marriage proposal of ardent widower Tom Belou, the prescribed life Vida has constructed is swiftly dismantled. How will she remain intact?
Leonardtown Thursday, April 21 7 p.m.
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