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You can use Lynda.com FREE through your library?   
Lynda.com offers a huge variety of training in topics such as business, creative endeavors and technology skills. Through your library, you have unlimited access to the more than 4,500 courses including 175,000 video tutorials, and more are added every day! 

You can access Lynda.com in the browser on any computer or hand-held device (don't use the Lynda.com app for library access.) Lynda.com is best viewed using Chrome, Firefox and Safari. You can only access course content through the library's Lynda.com access page - not by directly accessing www.lynda.com. Go to www.smrla.org/lynda or go to Online Resources on www.stmalib.org. All you need is your library card - just enter your card number and PIN (the same as your library account password.) 
 
For more information, come in to any branch or visit www.stmalib.org 
    
Library Closed for Memorial Day memorial
All branches closed on Monday, May 30

All three branches of the St. Mary's County Library will be closed on Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day. Our online services are always available on www.stmalib.org

Summer Reading Starts in June! SummerReading
Programs for babies, kids, teens and adults!

St. Mary's County has something for everyone this summer with Summer Reading Programs for all ages! Babies and Kids are invited to the Summer Reading Games 'On Your Mark, Get Set, READ!', while teens will 'Get in the Game! READ!' and adults will 'Exercise your Mind, READ!' 

Babies, kids and teens programs will start on Monday, June 13. The adult summer reading program will start on Wednesday, June 1. All programs will end on Saturday, August 13. Play for prizes and to gain entries into the Grand Prize drawings that will be held in August. 

More information will be on www.stmalib.org in May or come in to any branch. 

Project Kindness a Success! PK
Thank you for all of your donations!

Through the Project Kindness program that was held April 10 - 16, the three St. Mary's County Library branches collected 723 items for local non-profit organizations. All of these donations will be given to organizations throughout St. Mary's County that serve individuals in need. 

Thank you to everyone who donated! Your donations will make a difference to those in our community. 

The Annual Dinner will be held at Elements on Monday, May 16 

Join the Friends of the Library and come to the Annual Dinner on Monday, May 16 at 6 p.m., at Elements restaurant in Lexington Park. To reserve your place at the Annual Dinner, fill out this form and mail it to Friends of the St. Mary's County Library, P.O. Box 165, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Reservations for the dinner are due by Monday, May 2 and are $36 per person. Menu options are included on the reservation form. 

To join the Friends of the Library, fill out this form and send it to Friends of the St. Mary's County Library, P.O. Box 165, Leonardtown, MD 20650. 

Seeking Summer Reading Teen Volunteers! TeenVolunteers
Middle and high school students (those entering 6th grade and up this fall) may apply to volunteer as Summer Reading Program volunteers.

Does your teen love summer reading? Sign up today to be a Summer Reading Teen Volunteer! Help others sign up and track their summer reading goals, helping with crafts or activities, and more!  Click Here for more information. 

Kids Programs Kids

Remember: We are taking a break from Storytime in May - Storytimes will start again June 1. Watch for the Summer Brochure in May! 

Minecraft Mania! 
Share strategies with other Minecrafters, explore new terrain, gather raw materials and create amazing structures. For ages 6-14. 
Leonardtown        Thursday, May 5            4 - 6 p.m.
Drop - in, no registration
 
Lexington Park      Monday, May 23           6 - 7:30 p.m.  
Registration is required and opens two weeks before the program

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. 
Leonardtown        Wednesday, May 4           10:30 a.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.

Teens Programs Kids

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, May 4 - May 25      3:30 - 5 p.m.

 
It's a Big/Small World: Digital Identity
Facebook, YikYak, Twitter, just some of the countless social media tools out there. Sometimes these tools can be useful; other times they can prevent you from getting a job. Local college students will discuss how to properly use social media so you don't end up getting burned. In partnership with AmeriCorp Vista and St. Mary's College of Maryland students. Free, no registration. 
Leonardtown            Thursday, May 12            3:30 - 5 p.m.

Drafting Disaster: A Teen Writing Workshop
This is a workshop for motivated teen writers that want to share and foster their talents together, for those who want to harness the written word's ability to empower and free people. Snacks, pens, paper, and a limited number of laptops will be provided. This workshop is taught by a Leonardtown High School student. No registration. 
Leonardtown           Saturday, May 14           10 a.m. - 12 noon

Getting Involved: Learning Outside the Classroom
While some learning takes place in the classroom, most of your time in college will involve out-of-class experiences. Tonight, we will talk about the importance of being involved in college and how it can help you land a job once you graduate. In partnership with AmeriCorp Vista and St. Mary's College of Maryland students. Free, no registration. 
Leonardtown            Thursday, May 26            3:30 - 5 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.



Adult Programs adult
  
Mobile Career Center
Charlotte Hall     Thursday, May 5             9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Leonardtown       Tuesday, May 10            1 - 4 p.m.
Lexington Park    Wednesday, May 25     9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Master Gardeners Plant Clinics
Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects,invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener at this free plant clinic. Stop by the table in the library lobby with your plant samples and questions.
Lexington Park        1st and 3rd Tuesdays         11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Leonardtown            2nd and 4th Tuesdays        11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Charlotte Hall          1st and 3rd Saturdays         10 a.m. - 12 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 [email protected]
Lexington Park      May 6 and June 3    11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Handmade at Your Library
A craft program for beginner and experienced do-it-yourselfers. Join us one Saturday a month to make unique handicrafts. We'll supply the instructions and materials, and you bring the creativity! This month we're making Washi tape coasters and votive candle holders. This is an adults only program. Register
Lexington Park        Saturday, May 7          10 a.m. - 11 a.m.



One-on-One Help available - 
call your branch to make an 
appointment for one-on-one computer assistance.  

Introduction to Excel 2013 for Business
Learn the basics to create & use an Excel spreadsheet with applications for business, including data analysis. Basic computer skills required. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Register. 
Charlotte Hall                           Monday, May 2                   2 - 4 p.m.

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. 
Lexington Park                            Tuesday, May 3                  2 - 4 p.m.

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. 
Leonardtown                               Wednesday, May 4             2 - 4 p.m.

Computer Basics 1 and 2: Introduction to Computers and Windows 7
Parts one and two of a four part series. Learn the components, terminology, and general use of a computer. Learn how to use a mouse and keyboard. Explore the basics of Microsoft's operating system. Learn how to create, store, and manage files & folders, and run multiple programs. Learn how to use various tools and techniques to make your computer experience more productive. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Register.
Lexington Park                             Tuesday, May 10                  2- 4 p.m.

Intermediate Word 2013
Learn intermediate features for Word, including Mail Merge. Basic Word skills required. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Register. 
Leonardtown                                  Wednesday, May 11               2 - 4 p.m.

Computer Basics 3: Introduction to the Internet
Part three of a four part series. Learn terminology, basic features, and how to navigate the Internet. Pick up tips on browsing and evaluating websites in order to make your browsing experience more successful. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Register. 
Lexington Park                               Tuesday, May 17                  2 - 4 p.m.

Work Smarter with Google
Learn how to use Google drive to enhance productivity by sharing documents and calendar events. Explore more effective search techniques to improve your search results. Register.
Leonardtown                                     Wednesday, May 18             2 - 4 p.m.

Computer Basics 4: Introduction to E-mail
Part four of a four part series. Set up your personal email account and learn how to compose an email. Explore various email providers and the features and tools they offer. Adult classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Register.
Lexington Park                                 Tuesday, May 24                    2 - 4 p.m.

Introduction to Genealogy
Learn about free websites to start your genealogy search. Also covers the library's databases, U.S. Census, Social Security Death index and more. Knowledge of Internet required. Register. 
Leonardtown                                      Wednesday, May 25               2 - 4 p.m.


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Book Discussions BkDis
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.  

State of Wonder
 by Ann Patchett
Award-winning, New York Times bestselling author, Ann Patchett, returns with a provocative and assured novel of morality and miracles, science and sacrifice set in the Amazon rain forest. A researcher at a pharmaceutical company, Marina Singh, journeys into the heart of the Amazonian delta to check on a field team that has been silent for two years--a dangerous assignment that forces Marina to confront the ghosts of her past. (Novelist)

Charlotte Hall    Monday, May 2        7 p.m.

How We Got to Now... offers a fascinating glimpse at how a handful of basic inventions--such as the measurement of time, reliable methods of sanitation, the benefits of competent refrigeration, glassmaking and the faithful reproduction of sound--have evolved, often in surprising ways. - Shelf Awareness 
 

Lexington Park     Monday, May 9     6 p.m. 
 
 
 
Light in August by William Faulkner
Featuring some of Faulkner's most memorable characters: guileless, dauntless Lena Grove, in search of the father of her unborn child; Reverend Gail Hightower, who is plagued by visions of Confederate horsemen; and Joe Christmas, a desperate, enigmatic drifter consumed by his mixed ancestry this is a novel about hopeful perseverance in the face of mortality. 

Leonardtown             Thursday, May 19       7 p.m.

  
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Lexington Park Library Art Gallery artgallery
Featuring works by Yellow Door Art Studio students. 

The Gallery will be featuring works by Yellow Door Art Studio students. Yellow Door offers classes for children and adults throughout the year. Check out their website for all the opportunities!
This program is supported by the St. Mary's County Arts Council

If you are interested in exhibiting your work at the Lexington Park Library Art Gallery, please contact Nell Elder at  [email protected]  or 240-309-0686.


Laura Boonchaisri | St. Mary's County Library | 301-475-2846 ext. 1007 | [email protected]   www.stmalib.org
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