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You can learn about hobbies and crafts FREE through your library!


The Hobbies and Crafts Reference Center offers "how-to" instructions and creative ideas to meet the interests of virtually every hobby enthusiast! Learn about hundred of topics, get step-by-step instructions and even patterns! 


The Home Improvement Reference Center offers a collection of home
 improvement titles from Quayside Publishing, covering thousands of repairs in the areas of outdoor projects, electrical projects, remodeling projects, wood projects, decorating projects, and maintenance


For more information, come in to any branch or visit www.stmalib.org
    
More to Explore in St. Mary's County! MoretoExplore

Visit 12 of 22 sites to receive a More to Explore Compass and be entered to win the Grand Prize!
Discover what is just outside the door or around the corner while walking your way to wellness!The More to Explore Passport Program encourages all in St. Mary's County to get outside and enjoy an amazing combination of parks, historic sites, farmers' markets, and more. What are you waiting for? Get outside and explore! 


Complete your passport online through the library's Summer Reading website, find the More to Explore challenge and visit at least 12 sites! Enter the secret code you find on the trail markers and then visit St. Mary's County Library branch to get your  compass. 


Note: The Water Trail marker is missing, please skip this location! 


Come in and Get Your Summer Reading Prizes! SummerReading

Summer Reading for all ages ends Saturday, August 13



There is still time to sign up and complete Summer Reading! We have 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!'



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.



For more information, click here.


On Your Mark, Get Set, Write! Writing Contest writing

Enter our writing contest and answer the question "What is your greatest success?" Entries will be accepted June 13- July 31. 



The On Your Mark, Get Set...Write! Contest will accept entries from 12:00 a.m. June 13, 2016 until 11:59:59 p.m. on July 31, 2016. Entries must be submitted through the online form. Entries must be no more than 3000 characters (about 500 words) and family friendly (not offensive in content or message). All entries must answer the question: What is your greatest success?


Age Categories 
(age category for submission is determined by the entrant's age on July 31, 2016):
  • 6-11 years old
  • 12-17 years old
  • 18+ years old
For more information, click here.


Kids Programs Kids



Free Professional Performances

Join us on Mondays all summer long!

Charlotte Hall - 10 a.m
Held at Margaret Brent Middle School, 
29675 Point Lookout Rd., Helen, MD



Leonardtown - 12:30 p.m.
Held at Leonardtown Elementary School, 
22855 Duke St, Leonardtown, MD



Lexington Park - 3 p.m.

Held at Lexington Park Library, 21677 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD



July 11: Mr. Jon Music
Join Mr. Jon and his friend George the Monkey for a dancey musical time with plenty of giggles along the way. If you've ever been to a library storytime, you've probably heard his music before - so get ready to DANCE!



July 18: CSM Theater Performers

The College of Southern Maryland Theater Performers will present 'The Sneetches and Other Stories' a play based off the famous book by Dr. Seuss. This fun story is sure to entertain viewers of all ages.



July 25: Jack & Kitty Musical Performance

Jack and Kitty are an Emmy Award winning folk duo who describe their unique sound as 'organic vaudeville folk'; it's organic and acoustic with nothing but positive vibes. Be prepared to have a blast as you get down to their beat!



August 1: Science Tellers

The Science Tellers combine exciting science experiments with dynamic storytelling to create a unique and highly interactive program. Adults and children alike will be entertained by the stories and you may just walk away learning something new.



Far-Out Field Day
Be a champion in the Silly Summer Games! Craft a uniform to join the team, then take on the ultimate obstacle course and more fun and active challenges. All ages! No registration 

Lexington Park        Friday, July 8                 10:30 a.m.
Leonardtown           Friday, July 15                10:30 a.m.
Charlotte Hall          Wednesday, July 20        10:30 a.m.


Minecraft Mania! 

Share strategies with other Minecrafters, explore new terrain, gather raw materials and create amazing structures. Registration opens 2 weeks before each program. For ages 6-9. 
Lexington Park     Friday, July 15                  10 a.m. - 12 noon    Register
Lexington Park       Wednesday, July 27           10 a.m. - 12 noon  Register
Charlotte Hall         Monday, August 8              10 a.. - 12 noon     Register
Leonardtown        Wednesday, August 17     3 - 4 p.m.         Register
Leonardtown        Wednesday, August 17     4 - 5 p.m.         Register


Minecraft Mania!  

Share strategies with other Minecrafters, explore new terrain, gather raw materials and create amazing structures. For ages 10+
Lexington Park       Friday, July 15                 10 a.m. - 12 noon        Register
Lexington Park       Wednesday, July 27         10 a.m. - 12 noon       Register
Charlotte Hall         Monday, August 8            10 a.m. - 12 noon       Register
Leonardtown          Wednesday, August 17      5 - 6 p.m.            Register


Pre-School STEM Explorers: Build it Big!
Little engineers, come build with us! Read books about construction and then try building challenges like towers, ramps and bridges. Ages 3 - 6 with an adult. Registration opens 2 weeks before the program. 
Lexington Park          Wednesday, July 20       10:30 a.m.         Register
Leonardtown             Friday, July 22               10:30 a.m.          Register      


Elementary Coding Academy 
Use the snap-together programming language Scratch to write your own beginner programs, then create a computer-animated story! For 1st to 5th graders. Plan to attend all three sessions. Registration opens 2 weeks prior to first session. Register once for all three sessions.

Lexington Park          Tuesdays, July 26, August 2 and August 9         2 -3 p.m.


School-Age STEM: The Science of Flight
Soar with science! Learn about flight while designing, building and testing gliders, whirly-copters and balloon-powered rocket planes. Ages 7+. Registration opens 2 weeks before the program. 
Lexington Park          Friday, July 29                  2 p.m.             Register


Middle School Coding Academy 
Use the Scratch programming language to write your own programs, then test your skills by creating your own computer game. For 6th to 8th graders. Plan to attend all four sessions. Registration opens 2 weeks prior to first session. Register once for all four sessions.

Lexington Park         Monday, August 1                                      5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
                                 Wednesday, August 3
                                 Monday, August 8
                                 Tuesday, August 9


Kindergarten, Here We Come! 
Let's get ready to start Kindergarten (or Pre-K!) Read stories about school, make crafts, learn how to stay healthy and safe at school and take a ride on a real school bus! Registration opens 2 weeks before each program. 
Charlotte Hall          Tuesday, August 2          10:30 a.m.         Register
Lexington Park        Thursday, August 4         10:30 a.m.         Register
Leonardtown            Saturday, August 6         10:30 a.m.        Register


Papitam! Let's Play!
Meet, play and learn with local Native Americans for hands-on activities: pottery, jewelry-making, sports, music and dance. Registration opens 2 weeks before each program.

Charlotte Hall            Wednesday, August 3         10:30 a.m.     Register
Leonardtown             Wednesday, August 3          2 p.m.          Register


Button Making Bonanza
Use our cool button maker machines to create one of a kind buttons! Personalize your gear, give as gifts, or trade with friends. All ages - recommended for ages 5+. Under 10 will need adult assistance. All supplies provided. No registration. 
Charlotte Hall      Thursday, August 4      6 p.m.


Kentkatam! Let's Dance!
A fun-filled hour of song, dance and edutainment. Take a journey through movement and social dances as members of the Piscataway Conoy Nation share their history in an interactive way. Registration opens 2 weeks before program.

Lexington Park        Friday, August 5          2 p.m.          Register


Crafternoons
June 27 - August 5, 1 - 4 p.m.

Drop-in to make and take home your own crafty creation. All supplies provided. Recommended for children ages 3+
Leonardtown          Tuesdays
Lexington Park       Wednesdays
Charlotte Hall         Thursdays


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      Tuesdays, June 14 - August 30     4 - 6 p.m.




Middle School Coding Academy
Use the Scratch programming language to write your own programs, then test your skills by creating your own computer game. For 6th to 8th graders. Plan to attend all four sessions. Registration opens 2 weeks prior to first session. Register once for all four sessions.


Craftstravaganza
Make and take home your own amazing creation, using our incredible crafting stash- buttons, glitter, feathers, fabric, tissue paper, popsicle sticks, felt, stickers, foam shapes, yarn and more! All supplies provided. No registration. Ages 11 - 18.

Lexington Park            Tuesday, July 12             4 p.m. 


Minecraft Mania!  

Share strategies with other Minecrafters, explore new terrain, gather raw materials and create amazing structures. For ages 10+
Lexington Park       Friday, July 15                 10 a.m. - 12 noon        Register
Lexington Park       Wednesday, July 27         10 a.m. - 12 noon       Register
Charlotte Hall         Monday, August 8            10 a.m. - 12 noon       Register
Leonardtown          Wednesday, August 17      5 - 6 p.m.            Register


Beginner Crocheting for Teens
Create something cool with yarn! Learn terminology and techniques while making a basic crochet creation. Supplies provided. Ages 11-18.
Leonardtown                Wednesday, July 20       1-3 p.m.          Register


Keychain and Pendant Making 
Create custom Keychains or Pendants! Using washers, patterned stamps and special colorful inks, create unique layered looks, then attach them to a cord or keychain fob. Make one for yourself, and one to give to a friend! Ages 11 - 18. All supplies provided, no registration.
Lexington Park             Tuesday, July 26            4-6 p.m.



Button-Making Bonanza
Use our cool button maker machines to create one-of-a-kind buttons. Personalize your gear, give as gifts, or trade with friends!  All supplies provided, no registration.
Charlotte Hall             Thursday, August 4        6 p.m.


Finish Line Party
Hey teens! For the first time ever, if you complete your summer reading gameboard challenge, you will be invited to attend our special Finish Line Party! Food, Games, Prizes - FUN! Ages 11-18 are eligible; Admission granted exclusively to Teen Summer Reading Volunteers, or Finish Line Ticket holders.
Lexington Park           Tuesday, August 2           4 p.m.

Leonardtown               Tuesday, August 9          1 p.m.

Charlotte Hall             Wednesday, August 10    2 p.m.


Drop-In College Preparedness Classes
Drop-in for a college preparedness class presented by Americorp Vista. Leonardtown branch only. No registration required. 

Get It In Writing: How to Write the Best College Admissions Essay

Wednesday, August 17, 6-7:30 p.m.





Adult Programs adult

 
Mobile Career Center
Charlotte Hall     Thursday, August 4         9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Leonardtown       Tuesday, July 12             1 - 4 p.m.
Lexington Park    Wednesday, July 27        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.


Foundation Center: Introduction to Finding Grants
Are you new to the field of grant seeking? Discover what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders. Join us for a 30 minute hands-on session following the presentation to learn how to use Foundation Center's Foundation Directory Online database to find the right funding match for your organization.
Lexington Park             Wednesday, July 13         2-4 p.m.             Register


Veterans Book Group
Veteran and author Wayne Karlin will lead a book group. Lunch and all materials are provided. Registration required: contact Cecelia Thomas at 301-863-8188, press 3 or [email protected]
Lexington Park         Friday, August 5           11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
                                 Friday, September 2     11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
                                 Friday, October 14        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 is an adults only program.  

Lexington Park        Saturday, July 9          10 a.m. - 11 a.m.         Register
Lexington Park        Saturday, August 6      10 a.m. - 11 a.m.        Register





One-on-One Help available - 
call your branch to make an 
appointment.  


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                       Thursday, July 14               2 p.m. 


 

Computer Basics 4: Introduction to E-mail

Thursday, July 21, 2016 - 2:00 PM at Lexington Park Library Computer Lab
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                         Thursday, July 21                2 p.m. 


Introduction to Wordpress

Learn about how to set up and use this introductory blogging platform. Basic computer skills required.
Leonardtown                              Monday, July 25                   2 p.m.

 

Cloud Computing 101

Have you heard of the Cloud, but you're not quite sure what that means or where to go to access it? Take a look at some common cloud applications and learn how easy and convenient cloud computing can be. Register.

Leonardtown                              Wednesday, August 10            5:30 p.m.







Lexington Park Library Art Gallery art

 
Joanna Macaulay's photographic style is generally colorful, with a strong simplified subject and an awareness of line and shape. She loves catching reflections, beautiful light, movement and emotions whenever possible.


She has photographed event, travel, animal and nature photography for many years. Most recently, she has enjoyed being the Official Volunteer Photographers for the Chesapeake Orchestra (mostly for the River Concert Series).  


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. 


Book Discussions Book

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 Boston Girl by Anita Diamant
Recounting the story of her life to her granddaughter, octogenarian Addie describes how she was raised in early-twentieth-century America by Jewish immigrant parents in a teeming multicultural neighborhood.
 (Novelist)



Charlotte Hall    Monday, July 11        6:45 p.m.





In this striking literary debut, Carol Rifka Brunt unfolds a moving story of love, grief, and renewal as two lonely people become the unlikeliest of friends and find that sometimes you don't know you've lost someone until you've found them. ... An emotionally charged coming-of-age novel, Tell the Wolves I'm Home is a tender story of love lost and found, an unforgettable portrait of the way compassion can make us whole again. - Amazon
  

Lexington Park     Monday, June 13     6 p.m. 
 
 
  
A Visit from the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan
Carver transformed the American short story in the 1970s and 80s with spare and intense dramas. Beneath his pared-down surfaces run disturbing, violent undercurrents. Suggestive rather than explicit, and seeming all the more powerful for what is left unsaid, Carver's stories were held up as exemplars of a new school in American fiction, minimalism; a movement whose wide influence continues to this day. Gathering all Carver's stories, this volume provides a comprehensive overview of Carver's career and scope.


Leonardtown             Thursday, June 16       7 p.m.




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

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