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Hispanic Heritage Scavenger Hunt

2024-09-17 00:00:00 2024-09-17 23:59:00 America/New_York Hispanic Heritage Scavenger Hunt All Branches -

Tuesday, September 17
All day

Add to Calendar 2024-09-17 00:00:00 2024-09-17 23:59:00 America/New_York Hispanic Heritage Scavenger Hunt Come to the Library to to search for clues hidden around the branch! All Branches -

Come to the Library to to search for clues hidden around the branch!

There are letters hiding around the library's Youth Department! All the letters are in plain sight without hiding behind anything. You'll find them in the children's area. Find all the letters to discover a secret message!  

AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Games/Gaming | Community Engagement |

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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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Upcoming events

Mon, Dec 23, All day
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed for Holiday Week, Monday 12/23 - Saturday 12/28.

Tue, Dec 24, All day
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed for Holiday Week, Monday 12/23 - Saturday 12/28.

Wed, Dec 25, All day
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed for Holiday Week, Monday 12/23 - Saturday 12/28.

Thu, Dec 26, All day
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed for Holiday Week, Monday 12/23 - Saturday 12/28.

Fri, Dec 27, All day
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed for Holiday Week, Monday 12/23 - Saturday 12/28.

Sat, Dec 28, All day
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed for Holiday Week, Monday 12/23 - Saturday 12/28.

Mon, Dec 30, 9:00am - 8:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Come take part in creating a Kindness Quilt to get ready for the new year!

Mon, Dec 30, 9:30am - 9:50am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Mon, Dec 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Mon, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Do you have what it takes to be a librarian?

Mon, Dec 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Join us either online or in person for an evening of crocheting, knitting, and socializing with other beginning and advanced crafters.

Tue, Dec 31, All day
Virtual
All CCPL locations closing early (5pm) in observance of New Year's Eve.

Tue, Dec 31, 9:00am - 5:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Come take part in creating a Kindness Quilt to get ready for the new year!

Tue, Dec 31, 9:30am - 9:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Tue, Dec 31, 10:00am - 10:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Tue, Dec 31, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Looking to add a pop of color to your winter reading? Stop by the Mobile Library and create a bouquet of flower bookmarks.

Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a special New Year's Eve Celebration!
This event is full

Wed, Jan 01, All day
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed in observance of New Year's Day.

Thu, Jan 02, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

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

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

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

Thu, Jan 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Come immerse yourself in the history of Tea!

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

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

Thu, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Come immerse yourself in the history of Tea!

Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Come join us for Teen Afternoon in our Teen Central Space.

Thu, Jan 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, January 1 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Jan 02, 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

Fri, Jan 03, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Fri, Jan 03, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution

Fri, Jan 03, 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.

Fri, Jan 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Homeschoolers, it's time for recess!

Fri, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Come learn about the Discovery Lab mobile vehicle!

Fri, Jan 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, January 1 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, Jan 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for an evening of dynamic Japanese drumming with Mark H. Rooney!

Sat, Jan 04, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Sat, Jan 04, 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, A Table For 2 by Amor Towles.

Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Need a professional headshot? Join us and Fully in Focus Visuals to get one free of charge!
This event is full

Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Come and learn about how to best care for our animal friends!

Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Grab the family and join us for an exciting afternoon of crafts.

Sat, Jan 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.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 1 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jan 06, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Mon, Jan 06, 9:30am - 9:50am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Mon, Jan 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Mon, Jan 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, January 1 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jan 06, 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.

Tue, Jan 07, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Tue, Jan 07, 9:30am - 9:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 10:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
La Plata Branch
Come learn about the energy programs available through the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development!

Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

Tue, Jan 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Come immerse yourself in the history of Tea!

Tue, Jan 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, January 1 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

Tue, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Come meet fellow anime fans and enjoy fun games.

Tue, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for Tween Craft Night at the library where we'll make a unique craft each session!

Wed, Jan 08, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Wed, Jan 08, 9:30am - 9:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Wed, Jan 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.

Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Wed, Jan 08, 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!

Wed, Jan 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, January 1 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Jan 09, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

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

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

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

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

Thu, Jan 09, 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!

Thu, Jan 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Come immerse yourself in the history of Tea!

Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Come immerse yourself in the history of Tea!

Thu, Jan 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, January 1 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Jan 09, 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.

Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Film Club is dedicated to learning and actively participating in the film-making process.

Thu, Jan 09, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
La Plata Branch
In January we will discuss "The Making of Another Major Motion Picture" by Tom Hanks. Recommended for ages 18+. Social time is from 6:30 - 6:45; book discussion runs from 6:45 - 7:45.

Fri, Jan 10, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Fri, Jan 10, 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.

Fri, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
La Plata Branch
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution

Fri, Jan 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, January 1 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Jan 11, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Sat, Jan 11, 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!

Sat, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
It's family fun LEGO time!

Sat, Jan 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.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 1 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jan 13, All day
La Plata Branch
Celebrate National Rubber Duck Day at La Plata Library!

Mon, Jan 13, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Mon, Jan 13, 9:30am - 9:50am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Mon, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
La Plata Branch
Join us for our monthly Teen Creative Writing Workshop where we will channel our inner Rick Riordan and Rupi Kaur!

Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Do you have questions about Wills and Estate Planning?

Mon, Jan 13, 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!

Mon, Jan 13, 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.

Tue, Jan 14, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Tue, Jan 14, 9:00am - 11:00am
Mobile Library Branch
Come immerse yourself in the history of Tea!

Tue, Jan 14, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Drop in sessions for help with SNAP

Tue, Jan 14, 9:30am - 9:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
La Plata Branch
This program is intended for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their caregivers.

Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Tue, Jan 14, 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!

Tue, Jan 14, 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.

Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Create a stunning piece of art that really lights up!

Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
It's pajama night at the library!
Registration is now closed

Tue, Jan 14, 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?

Wed, Jan 15, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Wed, Jan 15, 9:30am - 9:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Wed, Jan 15, 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!

Wed, Jan 15, 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.

Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for an adult computer class featuring a sample of our many databases that Charles County Public Library has to offer.

Wed, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join us and author TJ Klune to discuss the magic of found family and fantasy fiction!
Register

Thu, Jan 16, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Thu, Jan 16, 9:00am - 9:20am
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Thu, Jan 16, 9:30am - 9:50am
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Thu, Jan 16, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Come immerse yourself in the history of Tea!

Thu, Jan 16, 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!

Thu, Jan 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Come immerse yourself in the history of Tea!

Thu, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Come join us for Teen Afternoon in our Teen Central Space.

Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 5:50pm
Virtual
Join us to learn the basics of Chinese calligraphy in anticipation of the Lunar New Year!

Thu, Jan 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual
The Social Security Administration provides protection for workers and their families.
Register

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join us and Jojo Liu to learn the basics of Chinese calligraphy and make your own couplets to celebrate the Lunar New Year!

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Potomac Branch
Come read to or hang out with a certified Therapy Animal!

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Registration opens Thursday, December 26 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Jan 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Administración del Seguro Social provee protección para los trabajadores y sus familias.
Register

Fri, Jan 17, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Fri, Jan 17, 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.

Fri, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Come learn about the Discovery Lab mobile vehicle!

Fri, Jan 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Celebrate the end of a long week at our teen-only after hours event.

Sat, Jan 18, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Sat, Jan 18, 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.

Sat, Jan 18, 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.

Mon, Jan 20, All day
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Tue, Jan 21, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?

Tue, Jan 21, 9:30am - 9:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
This program is intended for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their caregivers.

Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Come immerse yourself in the history of Tea!

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

Rescheduled
Tue, Jan 21, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
New date Tuesday, January 21, 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Bring the family for a fun game of Picture Bingo!

Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us and North Point High School's HOSA to receive training in hands-only CPR!

Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
La Plata Branch
Join us and local historian and painter Don Zimmer to learn history along the Port Tobacco River.