Library After Hours: Live Music with Elena La Fulana will be held at the Potomac branch on Friday, March 6, from 7-8 p.m. Don’t miss her unique blend of American and Latin folk music, indie rock and messages of artistic meaning and unity. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.
The Humane Society Presents: Pet Care and Animal Safety will be held at the P.D. branch on Saturday, March 7, from 2-3 p.m. Come learn about how to safely care for and interact with your furry friends. Registration is required.
ABCD’s of Medicare will be held at the P.D. Brown branch on Monday, March 9, from 2-3 p.m. Your local State Health Insurance Program can help demystify all parts of Medicare, review benefits programs and available resources.
Going to Extremes 2 will be held virtually on Tuesday, March 10, from 6-7 p.m. Join journalist Peter Mandel on a swashbuckling tour of the globe’s adventures, which can be enjoyed with or without previous introduction to Peter’s work. Registration is required.
Tween Craft Club will be held at the P.D. Brown branch on Tuesday, March 10 from 6-7 p.m. This month, we’ll be making one-of-a-kind prints using a gel printing plate and acrylic paint. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 9-12.
Behind The Story: Author Talk with Kate Quinn will be held virtually on Thursday, March 12, from 7-8 p.m. Join acclaimed author Kate Quinn as she discusses her latest fantastical work, The Astral Library, which poses the question: Have you ever wished you could live inside a book? Registration is required. Recommended for ages 13 and up.
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Jigsaw Puzzle Competition and Swap will be held at the Leonardtown Library on Saturday, March 7, from 10 a.m. to noon. All teams will go head-to-head to see who can complete a 500 piece puzzle first. All teams will have a copy of the same library supplied puzzle for this competition and prizes will be awarded. We’ll also have a puzzle swap in the room, so bring a complete puzzle you’re ready to part with and look for a new-to-you one. Register on www.stmalib.org.
Mindful Spirals: Therapeutic Art Class will be held at the Lexington Park Library on Thursday, March 12 from 6-7:30 p.m. Guided by instructor Jinna Lee, learn simple, step‑by‑step techniques for drawing intricate spirals and patterns. Register on www.stmalib.org.
Letters to the Author will be held at the Lexington Park Library on Friday, March 13, from 2-3 p.m. Design your own card or postcard and learn how to address an envelope. Register on www.stmalib.org.
Book Arts: Make a Reading Journal will be held at the Lexington Park Library on Saturday, March 14, from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn a traditional bookbinding technique as you sew and customize a reading journal that reflects your personality. Register on www.stmalib.org.
Headshots at the Library will be held at the Leonardtown Library on Friday, March 20, from 2-4 p.m. Here’s your chance to get a free, polished digital headshot to use your way: LinkedIn, Teams, work email, personal and business marketing, announcements and social media. Register on www.stmalib.org.
Math Blast: Playing with Patterns will be held at the Charlotte Hall, Lexington Park and Leonardtown Libraries in March, April and May. Make mathematical magic as we explore patterns in music, motion, nature, shapes and colors. Register on www.stmalib.org. Check for spots in any session: Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m. at Charlotte Hall Library; Friday, April 17, 2:30 p.m. at Lexington Park Library; Saturday, April 18, 10 a.m. at Lexington Park Library; Friday, May 1, 2:30 p.m. at Leonardtown Library and Saturday, May 2, 10 a.m. at Leonardtown Library.
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Garden Smarter will be held at the Prince Frederick branch on Saturday, March 7, from 10-11:30 a.m. Come learn how to graft fruit plants such as apples, tomatoes and more through discussion and hands-on activities.
Identity of a Small Town will be held at the North Beach Town Hall on Sunday, March 8, from 1-2 p.m. Learn about local history and more from local experts. This event is presented by Vincent P. Turner II and covers the chains of title for every property in North Beach from the founding of the town to the present.
Southern branch will be closed Monday, March 9 to Saturday, March 14, for carpet replacement.
Kwame Alexander Live in Calvert will be held at Calvert High School and on YouTube on Monday, March 9, from 6:30-8 p.m. Join Kwame Alexander, Emmy-winning producer and #1 NYT bestselling author, for an engaging conversation with Mt. Harmony’s Dr. Melaney Sánchez. Together they’ll explore literacy, self-advocacy and the power of community. Books will be available for sale and signing. Registration is requested for in-person attendance. Doors open at 6pm.
Astronomy Night will be held at the Fairview branch on Tuesday, March 10, from 7:15-8:15 p.m. Come see what the night sky has to offer in the field behind Fairview. Learn about the equipment used to view the sky from the Astronomy Club of Southern Maryland. Outdoor only event, weather permitting.
On Pins and Needles will be held at the Twin Beaches branch on Wednesday, March 11, from 1-4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
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