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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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Mini Pride Flag Party
Mon, Jun 02, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Jun 02, 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, Jun 02, 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, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Potomac Branch
Come have fun learning STEM topics and exercising through play with My Gym!
Register
Mobile Mondays: Rubber Duck Races - Bensville Park
Mon, Jun 02, 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.
This event is full
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Jun 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Afternoon Story Time - @ Waldof West!
Mon, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us on Mondays all summer long for a special afternoon story time to share the fun of reading with your children!
Afternoon Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Jun 02, 2:30pm - 2:50pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Pride in the Making: Custom Rainbow Bracelets
Mon, Jun 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
La Plata Branch
Kick off Pride Month with a fun and creative bracelet-making event at the library!
Library Crate - for Teens
Mon, Jun 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.
Happy Hour Crochet & Knitting [Hybrid Program] - Virtual & In Person at the Potomac Branch
Mon, Jun 02, 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.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Tue, Jun 03, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Tue, Jun 03, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Jun 03, 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, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Veterans Resource Visits - @ La Plata
Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
La Plata 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.
Outreach Van: Clark Senior Center
Tue, Jun 03, 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.
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Jun 03, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Rescheduled
Living with Alzheimer's for Caregivers: Middle Stage - with the Charles County Department of Health
Tue, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Tuesday, June 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual
Learn about caring for a loved one in the middle stages of Alzheimer's.
Living with Alzheimer's for Caregivers: Middle Stage - with the Charles County Department of Health
Tue, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual
Learn about caring for a loved one in the middle stages of Alzheimer's.
Mobile Library: Autumn Hills Community - Draw it Forward!
Tue, Jun 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Emily Creswick Writer's Process Series: Katherine Lassman - with the College of Southern Maryland
Tue, Jun 03, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Partner Event
Join us at the College of Southern Maryland for this month's Writer's Process!
Library Crate - for Teens
Tue, Jun 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.
SkillMill Demonstration Day - @ PD Brown!
Tue, Jun 03, 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.
ABC's of Medicare: A Beginner's Workshop
Tue, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
La Plata Branch
Your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) will demystify Medicare Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D, SMP, Savings Programs, and Supplemental Insurance.
Anime Club
Tue, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Come meet fellow anime fans and enjoy fun games.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Wed, Jun 04, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Wed, Jun 04, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: La Plata Farmers Market - Draw it Forward!
Wed, Jun 04, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Jun 04, 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 copy - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Jun 04, 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, Jun 04, 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, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution
Behind The Story: Author Talk with Smithsonian Scientists - A CCPL Virtual Author Speaker Series Program
Wed, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Join us and scientists Brian Gratwicke Dr. Gina Della Togna and to discuss extinct animals, animals likely to go extinct soon, and what we can do about it!
Register
Library Crate - for Teens
Wed, Jun 04, 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.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Thu, Jun 05, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Thu, Jun 05, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, Jun 05, 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, Jun 05, 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, Jun 05, 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, Jun 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
ABC's of Medicare: A Beginner's Workshop
Thu, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) will demystify Medicare Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D, SMP, Savings Programs, and Supplemental Insurance.
Mobile Library: Harmony at Waldorf - Draw it Forward!
Thu, Jun 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Mobile Library: Idlewood Neighborhood - Draw it Forward!
Thu, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Library Crate - for Teens
Thu, Jun 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.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Fri, Jun 06, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Fri, Jun 06, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
HOPE Team @ the Library - Charles County Department of Health
Fri, Jun 06, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution
Homeschool Recess
Fri, Jun 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Homeschoolers, it's time for recess!
Pride in the Making: A String Art Workshop
Fri, Jun 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
La Plata Branch
Come celebrate Pride Month at the library with a hands-on string art workshop that's bursting with color and creativity!
Library Crate - for Teens
Fri, Jun 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.
Library After Hours: Live Music with Kinglock
Fri, Jun 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Potomac Branch
Join us and local musician Kinglock for an evening of music and fun!
Mini Pride Flag Party
Sat, Jun 07, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Sat, Jun 07, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: La Plata Farmers Market - 209 Washington Ave La Plata, MD 20646
Sat, Jun 07, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Pop-Up Library services include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, printer/copier services, 500by5 starter kits and materials for check out.
English Conversation Club
Sat, Jun 07, 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
The Humane Society Presents: Getting Your Goat
Sat, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Come get your goat on with the Humane Society of Charles County!
Library Crate - for Teens
Sat, Jun 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.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Mon, Jun 09, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Mon, Jun 09, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Jun 09, 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, Jun 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Mobile Mondays: Lilo and Stitch Party - White Plains Park
Mon, Jun 09, 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 kits and materials for check out.
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Jun 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Afternoon Story Time - @ Waldof West!
Mon, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us on Mondays all summer long for a special afternoon story time to share the fun of reading with your children!
Afternoon Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Jun 09, 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, Jun 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.
Happy Hour Crochet & Knitting [Hybrid Program] - Virtual & In Person at the Potomac Branch
Mon, Jun 09, 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.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Tue, Jun 10, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Tue, Jun 10, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Color Hunt!
Tue, Jun 10, 9:00am - 8:00pm
La Plata Branch
All ages will enjoy our color-themed scavenger hunt!
Mobile Library: Waldorf Senior Center - Draw it Forward!
Tue, Jun 10, 9:00am - 11:00am
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Jun 10, 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, Jun 10, 10:00am - 10:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Jun 10, 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: Pregunta a una experta
Tue, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Administración del Seguro Social provee protección para los trabajadores y sus familias.
Register
Social Security Administration: Ask An Expert
Tue, Jun 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Virtual
The Social Security Administration provides protection for workers and their families.
Register
Sensory Social
Tue, Jun 10, 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.
Living with Alzheimer's for Caregivers: Late Stage - with the Charles County Department of Health
Tue, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual
Learn about caring for loved ones in the late stages of Alzheimer's.
Behind The Story: Author Talk with Lisa Jewell - A CCPL Virtual Author Speaker Series Program
Tue, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Join us and author Lisa Jewell to discuss writing unexpected twists and turns!
Register
Diabetes Prevention Program - with the Charles County Department of Health
Tue, Jun 10, 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.
Library Crate - for Teens
Tue, Jun 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.
Sewing Machine Lounge - @ Waldorf West
Tue, Jun 10, 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: Nature's Colors - @ P.D. Brown
Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Create a watercolor from nature!
DIY Summer Bucket List Calendar
Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Summer has arrived, and it's time to get creative! Join us for a fun activity where you can design your very own Bucket List Calendar to track all the exciting activities you want to do this summer.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Wed, Jun 11, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Wed, Jun 11, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: La Plata Farmers Market - Draw it Forward!
Wed, Jun 11, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Jun 11, 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, Jun 11, 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, Jun 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Succulent Suncatchers
Wed, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Create your own sparkling succulent decoration!
Library Crate - for Teens
Wed, Jun 11, 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.
Prime Paint Night
Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
La Plata Branch
In your prime? Come to the La Plata Library for Prime Paint Night, an adult-centric painting program where we have a different theme every other month!
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's - with the Charles County Department of Health
Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Learn to recognize common signs of Alzheimer's and next steps to take, including how to talk to the doctor.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Thu, Jun 12, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Thu, Jun 12, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, Jun 12, 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, Jun 12, 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, Jun 12, 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, Jun 12, 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 - Draw it Forward!
Thu, Jun 12, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Pointillism - Paint like Seurat
Thu, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Paint like Seurat while learning about the technique he pioneered!
Mobile Library: Swan Point Community - Draw it Forward!
Thu, Jun 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Library Crate - for Teens
Thu, Jun 12, 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.
Jazzy Yarns
Thu, Jun 12, 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, Jun 12, 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 "The Women" by Kristin Hannah
Thu, Jun 12, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
La Plata Branch
In June we will discuss "The Women" by Kristin Hannah. Recommended for ages 18+. Social time is from 6:30 - 6:45; book discussion runs from 6:45 - 7:45.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Fri, Jun 13, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Fri, Jun 13, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
My Fresh Start: Free Showers - with Lifestyle of Maryland
Fri, Jun 13, 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.
500 by Five Celebration!
Fri, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Potomac Branch
Whether you are just starting, just completed, or are still on your 500 by Five journey, we want celebrate your child for being part of our 500 by Five program!
HOPE Team @ the Library - Charles County Department of Health
Fri, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
La Plata Branch
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution
Library Crate - for Teens
Fri, Jun 13, 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.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Sat, Jun 14, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Sat, Jun 14, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Color Our World - Tiny Art Show
Sat, Jun 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us as we Color Our World one Tiny Art Masterpiece at a time!
Virtual Dungeons and Dragons - Homebrew
Sat, Jun 14, 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!
Screen It & Dream It - Pathways to Invention: Documentary Screening & Activities
Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
A "Spark! Places of Innovation" program. Watch Pathways to Invention and join us for fun games and creative activities that celebrate problem-solving, imagination, and innovation!
Library Crate - for Teens
Sat, Jun 14, 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.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Mon, Jun 16, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Mon, Jun 16, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Celebrate Juneteenth - Community Mural Project
Mon, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
La Plata Branch
Join us in honoring Juneteenth with a powerful display of art, history, and community!
Mobile Mondays: Fun on the Story Trail - Pisgah Park
Mon, Jun 16, 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 kits and materials for check out
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Jun 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Things That Go Boom! with Mad Science of DC - a CCPL Summer Learning Challenge Program!
Mon, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Come have an explosive good time with Mad Science of DC!
Adult Computer Class: Google Workspace
Mon, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for an adult computer class that will focus on Google Workspace
Happy Hour Crochet & Knitting [Hybrid Program] - Virtual & In Person at the Potomac Branch
Mon, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 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.
Juneteenth Poetry Reading w/ Alyshia "Mocha Goddess" Bradley
Mon, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Juneteenth with poet Alyshia "Mocha Goddess" Bradley as she reads from her collections and shares works by influential Black authors in an evening of powerful storytelling and reflection.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Tue, Jun 17, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Tue, Jun 17, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Meet Me @ the Library
Tue, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
This program is intended for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their caregivers.
Mobile Library: Nanjemoy Community Center - Draw it Forward!
Tue, Jun 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Jun 17, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Balloon-Powered Car Challenge: Design, Build, Race! - a Spark! Places of Innovation Program
Tue, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Get your creativity in gear and get ready to race into an afternoon of high-speed fun! Have you ever dreamed of designing your own car? Now's your chance to make it a reality without an engine!
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Kids Craftapalooza
Tue, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for an hour of hands-on fun as we bring back some of the best crafts from previous children's story times and programs!
SkillMill Demonstration Day - @ La Plata!
Tue, Jun 17, 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.
Uncle Ty-Rone the Kids Comedian! - a CCPL Summer Learning Challenge Program!
Tue, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Come laugh and learn with Uncle Ty-Rone and his ventriloquppets!
Mini Pride Flag Party
Wed, Jun 18, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Wed, Jun 18, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: La Plata Farmers Market - Draw it Forward!
Wed, Jun 18, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Jun 18, 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, Jun 18, 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, Jun 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
DIY Suncatchers
Wed, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Kick off the summer with a fun and creative craft - making your very own faux stained glass suncatcher!
Reptile World - a CCPL Summer Learning Challenge Program!
Wed, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
La Plata Branch
Come learn about and meet all sorts of cool reptiles!
So You Want to Be a Librarian? - Tween Edition
Wed, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Tweens! Do you have what it takes to be a librarian?
LEGO Spike Essentials Building Session - a Spark! Places of Innovation Program
Wed, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Join us for an afternoon of LEGO building and STEM!
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So You Want to Be a Librarian? - Teen Edition
Wed, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Teens! Do you have what it takes to be a librarian?
Crafter's Corner - Brushstrokes and Beverages
Wed, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Brushstrokes and Beverages as we create, paint and sip!
All CCPL Locations Closed - In observance of Juneteenth
Thu, Jun 19, All day
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed in observance of Juneteenth.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Fri, Jun 20, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Fri, Jun 20, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
My Fresh Start: Free Showers - with Lifestyle of Maryland
Fri, Jun 20, 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, Jun 20, 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, Jun 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Celebrate the end of a long week at our teen-only after hours event.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Sat, Jun 21, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Sat, Jun 21, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Saturday Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West Branch!
Sat, Jun 21, 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, Jun 21, 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.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Mon, Jun 23, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Mon, Jun 23, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Jun 23, 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, Jun 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Mobile Mondays: Space Party - Laurel Springs Park
Mon, Jun 23, 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, Jun 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Afternoon Story Time - @ Waldof West!
Mon, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us on Mondays all summer long for a special afternoon story time to share the fun of reading with your children!
Afternoon Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Jun 23, 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, Jun 23, 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!
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Happy Hour Crochet & Knitting [Hybrid Program] - Virtual & In Person at the Potomac Branch
Mon, Jun 23, 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.
Don't Judge a Book by its Cover! - Spotlighting Queer Authors & Characters
Mon, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
La Plata Branch
"Blindly" choose a book and then get a little crafty!
Mini Pride Flag Party
Tue, Jun 24, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Tue, Jun 24, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Jun 24, 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, Jun 24, 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, Jun 24, 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.
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Artistry Unleashed: Van Gogh's Flowers
Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Let's learn about Vincent Van Gogh while creating eye-catching sunflowers.
Duck Painting
Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Color your world - one duck at a time! Join us for a fun and creative duck-painting session where you can design your very own one-of-a-kind rubber duck.
Stewardship Story Time - with the Accokeek Foundation
Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for a special story time all about land stewardship with the Accokeek Foundation!
Mobile Library: Autumn Hills Community - Draw it Forward!
Tue, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Behind The Story: Author Talk with Katherine Applegate - A CCPL Virtual Author Speaker Series Program
Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
Join us and author Katherine Applegate to discuss her novel in verse, "Odder"!
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Diabetes Prevention Program - with the Charles County Department of Health
Tue, Jun 24, 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, Jun 24, 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?
Jihwa with the Korean American Cultural Arts Foundation - a CCPL Summer Learning Challenge Program!
Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
La Plata Branch
Come make traditional Korean mulberry paper flowers with the Korean American Cultural Arts Foundation!
Mini Pride Flag Party
Wed, Jun 25, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Wed, Jun 25, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: La Plata Farmers Market - Draw it Forward!
Wed, Jun 25, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Jun 25, 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, Jun 25, 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, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color - a CCPL Summer Learning Challenge Program!
Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Potomac Branch
Come learn how science colors our world!
Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color - a CCPL Summer Learning Challenge Program!
Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Come learn how science colors our world!
Introduction to 3D Printing - a Spark! Places of Innovation Program
Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Learn how to design 3D objects for printing!
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Evening Cuddle Time - @ La Plata Library!
Wed, Jun 25, 5:30pm - 5:50pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Evening Story Time - @ La Plata Library!
Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for Evening Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Color Our World Book Discussion
Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join our in-person book discussion celebrating BIPOC authors! Each month, we'll explore diverse voices across genres. June's book: Shutter by Ramona Emerson.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Thu, Jun 26, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Thu, Jun 26, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, Jun 26, 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, Jun 26, 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, Jun 26, 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, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Mobile Library: Harmony at Waldorf - Draw it Forward!
Thu, Jun 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Mobile Library: Idlewood Neighborhood - Draw it Forward!
Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Help the Mobile Library fill out our community sketch book!
Jihwa with the Korean American Cultural Arts Foundation - a CCPL Summer Learning Challenge Program!
Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Come make traditional Korean mulberry paper flowers with the Korean American Cultural Arts Foundation!
Mini Pride Flag Party
Fri, Jun 27, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Fri, Jun 27, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
My Fresh Start: Free Showers - with Lifestyle of Maryland
Fri, Jun 27, 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.
Storytime In the Park
Fri, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Potomac Branch
Join us for a fun, exciting storytime in the park.
SkillMill Demonstration Day - @ Waldorf West!
Fri, Jun 27, 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.
Mini Pride Flag Party
Sat, Jun 28, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Sat, Jun 28, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Saturday Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown Memorial Branch!
Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Can't make it to a CCPL story time during the week? Join us on the fourth Saturday of every month for a fun and engaging story time at the P.D. Brown Memorial Branch.
Chess Club
Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Players of all ages are invited to join Chess Club at Waldorf West!
Q-Tip Pointillism: A Creative Painting Experience!
Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Unleash your creativity and paint like never before?using Q-Tips!
Stay & Play: Family Lego Time - @ Waldorf West
Sat, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
It's family fun LEGO time!
Mini Pride Flag Party
Mon, Jun 30, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and self-expression at the La Plata Branch this June!
Cookie Trivia
Mon, Jun 30, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Jun 30, 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, Jun 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Mobile Library: Mondays @ the Park! - Lego Block Party - Bensville Park
Mon, Jun 30, 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, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Afternoon Story Time - @ Waldof West!
Mon, Jun 30, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us on Mondays all summer long for a special afternoon story time to share the fun of reading with your children!
Afternoon Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Jun 30, 2:30pm - 2:50pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Happy Hour Crochet & Knitting [Hybrid Program] - Virtual & In Person at the Potomac Branch
Mon, Jun 30, 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.
Mobile Library: Waldorf Senior Center - Clay Flowers
Tue, Jul 01, 9:00am - 11:00am
Mobile Library Branch
Stop by and pick up a clay rose to color up your world!
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Jul 01, 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, Jul 01, 10:00am - 10:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Books! The Magic is Real with Joe Romano - a CCPL Summer Learning Challenge Program!
Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
A magic show focusing on popular children's books with Joe Romano!
Emily Creswick Writer's Process Series: Dr. Suzanne Summers - with the College of Southern Maryland
Tue, Jul 01, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Partner Event
Join us at the College of Southern Maryland for this month's Writer's Process!
Pete the Cat's Bedtime Bash
Tue, Jul 01, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
He is furry and he is BLUE! You may have seen him wearing a couple of "kool" shoes. Not only does he "MEOW," but he sings a tune or two!
Anime Club
Tue, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Come meet fellow anime fans and enjoy fun games.
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