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Art of Innovation STEAM Festival @ CSM Velocity Center

4465 Indian Head Highway Indian Head, MD 20640
2024-04-20 10:00:00 2024-04-20 14:30:00 America/New_York Art of Innovation STEAM Festival @ CSM Velocity Center Partner Event -

Saturday, April 20
10:00am - 2:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-04-20 10:00:00 2024-04-20 14:30:00 America/New_York Art of Innovation STEAM Festival @ CSM Velocity Center Join us for a free family fun day to learn more about science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics, STEAM, and innovation! Partner Event -

Join us for a free family fun day to learn more about science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics, STEAM, and innovation!

Participate in hands-on STEAM activities, challenges, and demonstrations, learn about innovative technologies, including robotics and 3D printing, and enjoy visual and performing arts exhibits and performances! Check out CCPL's new Discovery Lab while you're there! This is an event that you won't want to miss! 

Check back for more information!

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Community Engagement |

TAGS: | STEAM | Families |

Charles County Public Library events are accessible for all. If you have an accessibility request, please contact programs@ccplonline.org three business days prior to the event.

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Cookie Trivia
Tue, Apr 29, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: Waldorf Senior Center - Herb Garden Starter Kit
Tue, Apr 29, 9:00am - 11:00am
Mobile Library Branch
Kick off your gardening this spring with an Herb Garden Starter Kit!
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Apr 29, 9:30am - 9:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
The Citizens for the Charles County Public Library - Spring Book Bazaar
Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 6:00pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Apr 29, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Cookie Trivia
Wed, Apr 30, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Apr 30, 9:30am - 9:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
The Citizens for the Charles County Public Library - Spring Book Bazaar
Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 6:00pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Five Senses Celebration
Wed, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Come celebrate all five of our senses!
Cookie Trivia
Thu, May 01, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
The Citizens for the Charles County Public Library - Spring Book Bazaar
Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 6:00pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
Cute and Courteous Canines
Thu, May 01, 10:45am - 11:45am
La Plata Branch
Has the La Plata Branch gone to the dogs?  Yes we have! 
Mobile Library: Cobb Island Public Market - Collage Poetry Zines
Thu, May 01, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Mobile Library: Swan Point Community - Collage Poetry Zines
Thu, May 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Library Crate - for Teens
Thu, May 01, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Teens! Do you want the thrill of opening a book subscription box--free? Try Library Crate! Sign up each month to receive a personalized book recommendation, as well as a few surprises.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am
STEM Club: Voice Wave Art
Thu, May 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for our monthly STEM Club where we will experiment, explore, and learn while having fun exploring the principles of science, technology, engineering, and math!
This event is full
Cookie Trivia
Fri, May 02, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
HOPE Team @ the Library - Charles County Department of Health
Fri, May 02, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution
The Citizens for the Charles County Public Library - Spring Book Bazaar
Fri, May 02, 9:00am - 4:30pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
My Fresh Start: Free Showers - with Lifestyle of Maryland
Fri, May 02, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
The Charles County Public Library partnering with Lifestyles of Maryland Foundation Inc. will make the library's public showers available to individuals who are homeless or need to use the showers.
Homeschool Recess
Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Homeschoolers, it's time for recess!
Star Wars Tween Trivia Challenge
Fri, May 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Think you know everything about the galaxy far, far away? Put your Star Wars knowledge to the test in this exciting trivia challenge!
Library Crate - for Teens
Fri, May 02, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Teens! Do you want the thrill of opening a book subscription box--free? Try Library Crate! Sign up each month to receive a personalized book recommendation, as well as a few surprises.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am
Library After Hours: Live Music with Hometown Band
Fri, May 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
La Plata Branch
Join us and Hometown Band for an evening of music and fun!
Cookie Trivia
Sat, May 03, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
The Citizens for the Charles County Public Library - Spring Book Bazaar
Sat, May 03, 9:00am - 4:30pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
Mobile Library: La Plata Farmers Market - 209 Washington Ave La Plata, MD 20646
Sat, May 03, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Pop-Up Library services include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, printer/copier services, 500 by 5 starter kits and materials for check out.
English Conversation Club
Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Waldorf West Branch
The English Conversation Club is a supportive and interactive environment where English learners of all levels can practice their speaking and listening skills.
This event is full
Page Turners - Virtual Event (Via Google Meet)
Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual
Love books? Let's Chat! Join us for our Virtual Page Turners Book discussion. This month we are discussing the book, Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club by Helen Simonson.
The Humane Society Presents: Wild About Worms
Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Come learn about the wild world of worms!
Library Crate - for Teens
Sat, May 03, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Teens! Do you want the thrill of opening a book subscription box--free? Try Library Crate! Sign up each month to receive a personalized book recommendation, as well as a few surprises.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am
Cookie Trivia
Mon, May 05, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, May 05, 9:30am - 9:50am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
STEM and Play! - with My Gym
Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Potomac Branch
Come have fun learning STEM topics and exercising through play with My Gym!
Register
Mobile Mondays: Recycling & Composting Story Time - Pisgah Park
Mon, May 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Pop-Up Library services include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, printer/copier services, 500by5 starter booklets and materials for check out.
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, May 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Afternoon Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, May 05, 2:30pm - 2:50pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Library Crate - for Teens
Mon, May 05, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Teens! Do you want the thrill of opening a book subscription box--free? Try Library Crate! Sign up each month to receive a personalized book recommendation, as well as a few surprises.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am
Happy Hour Crochet & Knitting [Hybrid Program] - Virtual & In Person at the Potomac Branch
Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Potomac Branch
Join us either online or in person for an evening of crocheting, knitting, and socializing with other beginning and advanced crafters.
Cookie Trivia
Tue, May 06, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, May 06, 9:30am - 9:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 10:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Mobile Library: Nanjemoy Community Center - Collage Poetry Zines
Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, May 06, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Emily Creswick Writer's Process Series: Samuel Fleming - with the College of Southern Maryland
Tue, May 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Partner Event
Join us at the College of Southern Maryland for this month's Writer's Process!
Library Crate - for Teens
Tue, May 06, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Teens! Do you want the thrill of opening a book subscription box--free? Try Library Crate! Sign up each month to receive a personalized book recommendation, as well as a few surprises.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am
SkillMill Demonstration Day - @ PD Brown!
Tue, May 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Get hands-on experience with the latest technology and let us show you how SkillMill can help you achieve your personal and career goals.
Anime Club
Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Come meet fellow anime fans and enjoy fun games.
Cookie Trivia
Wed, May 07, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: La Plata Farmers Market - Collage Poetry Zines
Wed, May 07, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 07, 9:30am - 9:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 10:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
HOPE Team @ the Library - Charles County Department of Health
Wed, May 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution
STEM Club: Geysers
Wed, May 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for our monthly STEM Club where we will experiment, explore, and learn while having fun exploring the principles of science, technology, engineering, and math!
This event is full
Global Gaze Book Bite: Reader's Choice
Wed, May 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Embark on a fascinating journey with us through our new program series where we delve into cultures and events through the lens of literature.
Behind The Story: Author Talk with Dr. David H. Rosmarin - A CCPL Virtual Author Speaker Series Program
Wed, May 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Join us and author Dr. David H. Rosmarin to discuss using anxiety to thrive!
Register
Intro to Color Coding with Ozobots
Wed, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Get ready for a fun and interactive afternoon of hands-on coding with Ozobots!
Library Crate - for Teens
Wed, May 07, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Teens! Do you want the thrill of opening a book subscription box--free? Try Library Crate! Sign up each month to receive a personalized book recommendation, as well as a few surprises.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am
Empower & Excel: - College Transition for Students with 504 Plans & IEPs
Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join us and My College Planning Team to learn more about how to successfully transition students with 504 Plans and IEPs into college!
Law 101: Expungement
Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
La Plata Branch
Do you have a legal record that's holding you back? You may be able to do something about it.
Cookie Trivia
Thu, May 08, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 08, 9:00am - 9:20am
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 08, 9:30am - 9:50am
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Veterans Resource Visits - @ Potomac Branch
Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Potomac Branch
Disabled Veterans Outreach Specialist & Local Veterans Employment Representative from MD Department of Labor Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning shares about veteran resources.
Mobile Library: Village Green Park/Indian Head Senior Center - Collage Poetry Zines
Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Mobile Library: Gray Brothers Market - Collage Poetry Zines
Thu, May 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
STEM Club: Geysers
Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for our monthly STEM Club where we will experiment, explore, and learn while having fun exploring the principles of science, technology, engineering, and math!
Library Crate - for Teens
Thu, May 08, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Teens! Do you want the thrill of opening a book subscription box--free? Try Library Crate! Sign up each month to receive a personalized book recommendation, as well as a few surprises.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am
Jazzy Yarns
Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join fellow crafters as we work on our current projects and chat about all things fiber.
Teen Film Club - @ Waldorf West!
Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Film Club is dedicated to learning and actively participating in the film-making process.
La Plata Book Discussion - Discussing "Heaven & Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride
Thu, May 08, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
La Plata Branch
In May we will discuss "The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride. Recommended for ages 18+. Social time is from 6:30 - 6:45; book discussion runs from 6:45 - 7:45.
Cookie Trivia
Fri, May 09, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
My Fresh Start: Free Showers - with Lifestyle of Maryland
Fri, May 09, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
The Charles County Public Library partnering with Lifestyles of Maryland Foundation Inc. will make the library's public showers available to individuals who are homeless or need to use the showers.
HOPE Team @ the Library - Charles County Department of Health
Fri, May 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
La Plata Branch
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution
Library Crate - for Teens
Fri, May 09, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Teens! Do you want the thrill of opening a book subscription box--free? Try Library Crate! Sign up each month to receive a personalized book recommendation, as well as a few surprises.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am
Cookie Trivia
Sat, May 10, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Virtual Dungeons and Dragons - Homebrew
Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Virtual
Join us for our Virtual Dungeons and Dragons Homebrew sessions! From the comfort of your home, you can become a grand adventurer with a story tailored specifically for you!
Live Concert with the Alice GuZheng Ensemble
Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a mesmerizing musical experience featuring the Alice Gu-Zheng Ensemble!
Saturday Family Crafternoon: Strawberry Fields Painting
Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Grab the family and join us for an exciting afternoon of crafts.
Library Crate - for Teens
Sat, May 10, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Teens! Do you want the thrill of opening a book subscription box--free? Try Library Crate! Sign up each month to receive a personalized book recommendation, as well as a few surprises.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am
Cookie Trivia
Mon, May 12, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, May 12, 9:30am - 9:50am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Mobile Mondays: Bugs Story Time - Oakridge Park
Mon, May 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Pop-Up Library services include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, printer/copier services, 500by5 starter booklets and materials for check out.
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, May 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Afternoon Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, May 12, 2:30pm - 2:50pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Spanish Conversation Club
Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Come to our Spanish Virtual Conversational Club and make new amigos as you learn new vocabulary and practice speaking the language. Basic Spanish vocabulary is required. íTe esperamos!
Happy Hour Crochet & Knitting [Hybrid Program] - Virtual & In Person at the Potomac Branch
Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Potomac Branch
Join us either online or in person for an evening of crocheting, knitting, and socializing with other beginning and advanced crafters.
Cookie Trivia
Tue, May 13, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, May 13, 9:30am - 9:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 10:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Outreach Van: Clark Senior Center
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Pop-Up Library services include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, 500 by 5 starter kits, and materials for check out.
Meet Me @ the Library
Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
La Plata Branch
This program is intended for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their caregivers.
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, May 13, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Administración del Seguro Social: Beneficios por incapacidad
Tue, May 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Administración del Seguro Social provee protección para los trabajadores y sus familias.
Register
Social Security Administration: Disability Benefits
Tue, May 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Virtual
The Social Security Administration provides protection for workers and their families.
Register
STEM Club: Candy Science
Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Join us for our monthly STEM Club where we will experiment, explore, and learn while having fun exploring the principles of science, technology, engineering, and math!
Sensory Social
Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for our monthly Sensory Social where we will explore various activities specially cultivated for sensory seeking youth.
Mobile Library: Autumn Hills Commmunity - Collage Poetry Zines
Tue, May 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Diabetes Prevention Program - with the Charles County Department of Health
Tue, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Potomac Branch
This program is designed to help individuals at risk for Type 2 diabetes adopt healthier lifestyles and prevent the onset of the disease through evidence-based strategies.
Sewing Machine Lounge - @ Waldorf West
Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Is sewing your thing but you don't have a sewing machine or a sewing space to start creating?
Tween Craft Club: Diamond Painting - @ P.D. Brown
Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Try the diamond painting trend!
Cookie Trivia
Wed, May 14, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: La Plata Farmers Market - Collage Poetry Zines
Wed, May 14, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 14, 9:30am - 9:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Art Exploration: Laurel Burch
Wed, May 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Potomac Branch
Calling all artists! Join us for an afternoon of art history fun, where you can learn about different artists and new art skills and techniques!
Behind The Story: Author Talk with Liann Zhang - A CCPL Virtual Author Speaker Series Program
Wed, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join us and author Liann Zhang to discuss writing brilliant, dark, and diabolical thrillers!
Register
Cookie Trivia
Thu, May 15, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 15, 9:00am - 9:20am
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 15, 9:30am - 9:50am
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Art Exploration: Laurel Burch
Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Potomac Branch
Calling all artists! Join us for an afternoon of art history fun, where you can learn about different artists and new art skills and techniques!
Mobile Library: Harmony at Waldorf - Collage Poetry Zines
Thu, May 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Mobile Library: Idlewood Neighborhood - Collage Poetry Zines
Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Paws to Read - with Pets on Wheels Therapy Animals!
Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Potomac Branch
Come read to or hang out with a certified Therapy Animal!
Lego Spike Essentials Robotics Club
Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Learn about the basics of robotics in a way that's fun and interactive with Legos! This program meets every other month. Registration is required.
Cookie Trivia
Fri, May 16, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
My Fresh Start: Free Showers - with Lifestyle of Maryland
Fri, May 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
The Charles County Public Library partnering with Lifestyles of Maryland Foundation Inc. will make the library's public showers available to individuals who are homeless or need to use the showers.
Thread Heads
Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for our monthly needlework and fiber arts club! Work on your projects and socialize with your fellow crafty community members.
Teen Game Night
Fri, May 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Celebrate the end of a long week at our teen-only after hours event.
Cookie Trivia
Sat, May 17, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Saturday Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West Branch!
Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Can't make it to a CCPL story time during the week? Join us on the third Saturday of every month for a fun and engaging story time at the Waldorf West branch.
SkillMill Demonstration Day - @ Potomac!
Sat, May 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Potomac Branch
Get hands-on experience with the latest technology and let us show you how SkillMill can help you achieve your personal and career goals.
Cookie Trivia
Mon, May 19, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, May 19, 9:30am - 9:50am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children! This is a Spark! Places of Innovation Program.
Mobile Mondays: Lemonade Story Time - Laurel Springs
Mon, May 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Pop-Up Library services include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, printer/copier services, 500by5 starter booklets and materials for check out.
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children! This is a Spark! Places of Innovation Program.
Adult Computer Class: Typing
Mon, May 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for an adult computer class that will focus on learning or building your typing skills.
Afternoon Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, May 19, 2:30pm - 2:50pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Sow and Grow: Starting an Indoor Herb Garden
Mon, May 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
La Plata Branch
Get your hands dirty and your green thumb ready! In this fun, hands-on program, kids and tweens will plant seeds in recycled pots to start their very own indoor herb garden.
Happy Hour Crochet & Knitting [Hybrid Program] - Virtual & In Person at the Potomac Branch
Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Potomac Branch
Join us either online or in person for an evening of crocheting, knitting, and socializing with other beginning and advanced crafters.
Come Have a Yarn Ball! - Knit & Crochet @ Waldorf West Branch
Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a project that will benefit the Waldorf community! If you don't know how to knit or crochet, don't worry, we can teach you! BYO materials encouraged, some yarn will be provided by staff.
Cookie Trivia
Tue, May 20, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: Waldorf Senior Center - Collage Poetry Zines
Tue, May 20, 9:00am - 11:00am
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, May 20, 9:30am - 9:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children! This is a Spark! Places of Innovation Program.
Meet Me @ the Library
Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
This program is intended for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their caregivers.
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, May 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children! This is a Spark! Places of Innovation Program.
SkillMill Demonstration Day - @ La Plata!
Tue, May 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
La Plata Branch
Get hands-on experience with the latest technology and let us show you how SkillMill can help you achieve your personal and career goals.
Interview Prep 101
Tue, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Feeling nervous about job interviews? Not sure how to answer tricky questions or make the best impression? Fear not! We are here to help you boost your confidence and sharpen your interview skills.
Cookie Trivia
Wed, May 21, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: La Plata Farmers Market - Collage Poetry Zines
Wed, May 21, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 21, 9:30am - 9:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time c - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children! This is a Spark! Places of Innovation Program
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Advanced STEM Club: Chemistry - Fire
Wed, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for our monthly Advanced STEM Club where we will experiment, explore, and learn while having fun exploring the principles of science, technology, engineering, and math!
Behind The Story: Author Talk with Rachelle Bergstein - A CCPL Virtual Author Speaker Series Program
Wed, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Join us and author Rachelle Bergstein to discuss how Judy Blume rewrote childhood for all of us!
Register
Virtual Beginner's Chinese Calligraphy - with Jojo Liu
Wed, May 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Join artist Jojo Liu as she teaches the art of traditional Chinese calligraphy in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Learn Chinese Calligraphy - with Jojo Liu
Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join artist Jojo Liu as she teaches the art of traditional Chinese calligraphy in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Crafter's Corner - Brushstrokes and Beverages
Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Brushstrokes and Beverages as we create, paint and sip!
Cookie Trivia
Thu, May 22, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 22, 9:00am - 9:20am
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 22, 9:30am - 9:50am
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 10:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Mobile Library: Cobb Island Public Market - Collage Poetry Zines
Thu, May 22, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Advanced STEM Club: Chemistry - Fire
Thu, May 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for our monthly Advanced STEM Club where we will experiment, explore, and learn while having fun exploring the principles of science, technology, engineering, and math!
Mobile Library: Swan Point Community - Collage Poetry Zines
Thu, May 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Micro Mini Golf
Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Potomac Branch
Get ready to design, build, and play in this one-of-a-kind Micro Mini Golf challenge!
Cookie Trivia
Fri, May 23, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
My Fresh Start: Free Showers - with Lifestyle of Maryland
Fri, May 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
The Charles County Public Library partnering with Lifestyles of Maryland Foundation Inc. will make the library's public showers available to individuals who are homeless or need to use the showers.
SkillMill Demonstration Day - @ Waldorf West!
Fri, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Get hands-on experience with the latest technology and let us show you how SkillMill can help you achieve your personal and career goals.
All CCPL Locations Closed - In observance of Memorial Day
Sat, May 24, All day
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed in observance of Memorial Day.
All CCPL Locations Closed - In observance of Memorial Day
Mon, May 26, All day
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed in observance of Memorial Day.
Cookie Trivia
Tue, May 27, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, May 27, 9:30am - 9:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 10:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Mobile Library: Nanjemoy Community Center - Collage Poetry Zines
Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, May 27, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Living with Alzheimer's for Caregivers: Early Stage - with the Charles County Department of Health
Tue, May 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Learn about caring for loved ones in the early stages of Alzheimer's.
Diabetes Prevention Program - with the Charles County Department of Health
Tue, May 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Potomac Branch
This program is designed to help individuals at risk for Type 2 diabetes adopt healthier lifestyles and prevent the onset of the disease through evidence-based strategies.
STEM Club: Earthquakes and Tsunamis
Tue, May 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for our monthly STEM Club where we will experiment, explore, and learn while having fun exploring the principles of science, technology, engineering, and math!
Sewing Machine Lounge - @ Waldorf West
Tue, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Is sewing your thing but you don't have a sewing machine or a sewing space to start creating?
The Art of Performance - Auditioning
Tue, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
La Plata Branch
Come practice your theater skills and learn the art of auditioning in this fun filled workshop!
Cookie Trivia
Wed, May 28, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: La Plata Farmers Market - Collage Poetry Zines
Wed, May 28, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 28, 9:30am - 9:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, May 28, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Art Exploration Teen Edition: Using and Creating Texture
Wed, May 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Potomac Branch
Take your art knowledge to the next level!
Evening Cuddle Time - @ La Plata Library!
Wed, May 28, 5:30pm - 5:50pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Horror Movie Club - Viewer's Choice!
Wed, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Do you love horror movies?
Evening Story Time - @ La Plata Library!
Wed, May 28, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for Evening Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Cookie Trivia
Thu, May 29, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 29, 9:00am - 9:20am
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 29, 9:30am - 9:50am
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 29, 10:00am - 10:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Mobile Library: Village Green Park/Indian Head Senior Center - Collage Poetry Zines
Thu, May 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, May 29, 11:00am - 11:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Mobile Library: Gray Brothers Market - Collage Poetry Zines
Thu, May 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Cut, paste, & create! Craft your own Collage Poetry Zine!
Art Exploration Teen Edition: Using and Creating Texture
Thu, May 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Potomac Branch
Take your art knowledge to the next level!
CCPL Astronomy Club - With Josh Urban
Thu, May 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Calling all stargazers! Join us for an out-of-this-world program...CCPL Astronomy Club!
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