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Books! The Magic is Real with Joe Romano!

A 2024 CCPL Summer Learning Challenge Program!

2024-07-11 14:00:00 2024-07-11 15:00:00 America/New_York Books! The Magic is Real with Joe Romano! La Plata Branch -

Thursday, July 11
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-11 14:00:00 2024-07-11 15:00:00 America/New_York Books! The Magic is Real with Joe Romano! A magic show focusing on popular children's books with Joe Romano! La Plata Branch -

A magic show focusing on popular children's books with Joe Romano!

Come spend an afternoon mesmerized by exciting new magic and illusion to bring popular children's books to life with the captivating show "Books! The Magic is Real!" Volunteers will be able to perform incredible feats of magic, so don't miss out!

This program is a ticketed event. Tickets will be handed out one hour prior to the event's start time.


About the Presenter: 


Motivational performer Joe Romano has appeared in front of over 2 million elementary school children. His productions of “Books! The Magic is Real!” & "Green Magic!" delight children with their mix of education and magic!


He has appeared in every major theme park in the United States including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, Knott's Berry Farm, Six Flags Texas and Six Flags America. His appearances include The White House, Disney Cruise Lines and halftime appearances at The Washington Redskins football games. Most recently, Romano was chosen to open for First Lady, Michele Obama at the "Read Across America" celebration at the Library of Congress.


The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Charles County Public Library.

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.

La Plata Branch

Phone: 301-934-9001

Hours
Mon, Sep 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 19 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 21 Closed

About the library

Upcoming events

Thu, Sep 18, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Thu, Sep 18, 9:00am - 9:20am
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 9:50am
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Thu, Sep 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Fri, Sep 19, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Fri, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Join us for our monthly needlework and fiber arts club! Work on your projects and socialize with your fellow crafty community members.

Sat, Sep 20, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Mon, Sep 22, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Tue, Sep 23, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Howdy, friends! Babies and their caregivers will have a rootin-tootin' time at Baby Hoedown!

Wed, Sep 24, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Thu, Sep 25, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Thu, Sep 25, 9:00am - 9:20am
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 9:50am
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 10:45am
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Thu, Sep 25, 11:00am - 11:45am
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Fri, Sep 26, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Sat, Sep 27, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Mon, Sep 29, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Tue, Sep 30, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Wed, Oct 01, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Wed, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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

Wed, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Baby Music and Movement is a fun, dynamic program for babies and toddlers to sing, dance, and develop gross motor skills with their caregivers!

Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Pre-K Music and Movement is a fun, dynamic program for children to sing, dance, and develop gross motor skills with their caregivers!

Thu, Oct 02, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Thu, Oct 02, 9:00am - 9:20am
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 9:50am
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Thu, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:45am
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Thu, Oct 02, 10:45am - 11:45am
Has the La Plata Branch gone to the dogs?  Yes we have! 

Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Fri, Oct 03, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Sat, Oct 04, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Mon, Oct 06, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Tue, Oct 07, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Disabled Veterans Outreach Specialist & Local Veterans Employment Representative from MD Department of Labor Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning shares about veteran resources.

Tue, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for our monthly Sensory Social where we will explore various activities specially cultivated for sensory seeking youth.

Wed, Oct 08, All day
Want to discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" at your book club? The La Plata branch as 'Book Club in a Bag' kits available while supplies last. Five books, Readers' Guide & Author visit info included.

Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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!

Thu, Oct 09, 9:00am - 9:20am
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Thu, Oct 09, 9:30am - 9:50am
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Thu, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
In October we will discuss "Kin: Rooted in Hope" by Carole Weatherford. Recommended for ages 18+. Social time is from 6:30 - 6:45; book discussion runs from 6:45 - 7:45.

Fri, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution

Fri, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Join us for our monthly needlework and fiber arts club! Work on your projects and socialize with your fellow crafty community members.

Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Come learn about the history of LGBTQIA+ individuals and communities in Maryland!

Wed, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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!

Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Come read to or hang out with a certified Therapy Animal!
This event is full

Fri, Oct 17, 9:00am - 4:30pm
It's that time of year again!

Sat, Oct 18, 9:00am - 4:30pm
It's that time of year again!