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CCPL Spirit Day @ Shop 53 Tattoo & Art Studio

Library Giving Day Kick Off Event

CCPL Spirit Day @ Shop 53 Tattoo & Art Studio
2023-03-31 10:00:00 2023-03-31 18:00:00 America/New_York Library Giving Day Kick Off Event Partner Event -

Friday, March 31
10:00am - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-03-31 10:00:00 2023-03-31 18:00:00 America/New_York Library Giving Day Kick Off Event Celebrate Library Giving Day by getting a book themed tattoo and supporting your local library! Partner Event -

Celebrate Library Giving Day by getting a book themed tattoo and supporting your local library!

Tattoo options will be provided by Shop 53 artists and 20 percent of revenue will be donated to CCPL. Tattoo sessions are available on a first come, first served basis. Shop 53 is located at 6 St. Mary's Ave #102, La Plata, MD 20646. Donation will be automatic, no showing of flyer required. Proceeds from this event will support the new Discovery Lab, a library vehicle primarily focused on technology that will provide the community with access to state of the art equipment. Click here to make a donation. To learn more about Library Giving Day, click here. Please contact Shannon Bland, Development Manager, at sbland@ccplonline.org for more info.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | 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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Cookie Trivia
Mon, Oct 21, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Oct 21, 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, Oct 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Happy Hour Crochet & Knitting [Hybrid Program] - Virtual & In Person @ Potomac Branch
Mon, Oct 21, 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.
Registration is now closed
Come Have a Yarn Ball! - Knit & Crochet @ Waldorf West Branch
Mon, Oct 21, 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.
Cancelled
Teen Creative Writing Workshop
Mon, Oct 21, 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!
Cookie Trivia
Tue, Oct 22, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: Waldorf Senior Center - Falling into Crafts
Tue, Oct 22, 9:00am - 11:00am
Mobile Library Branch
Visit the Mobile Library to make a beautiful autumnal scene!
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Behind The Story: Author Talk with Lori Gottlieb - A CCPL Virtual Author Speaker Series Program
Tue, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Join us and Lori Gottlieb for a discussion of the truths and fictions we tell ourselves and her book, "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone"!
Register
STEM Club: Catapult Contest
Tue, Oct 22, 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!
This event is full
Sewing Machine Lounge - @ Waldorf West
Tue, Oct 22, 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?
Cookie Trivia
Wed, Oct 23, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Peer Outreach @ the Library - Help with SNAP - LifeStyles, Inc
Wed, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Drop in sessions for help with SNAP
Art Exploration Teen Edition: Grant Haffner
Wed, Oct 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Potomac Branch
Take your art knowledge to the next level!
This event is full
English Conversation Club
Wed, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Potomac Branch
The English Conversation Club is a supportive and interactive environment where English learners of all levels can practice their speaking and listening skills.
Horror Movie Club
Wed, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Do you love horror movies?
Cookie Trivia
Thu, Oct 24, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cancelled
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, Oct 24, 9:30am - 9:50am
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Cancelled
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, Oct 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Cancelled
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, Oct 24, 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 - Falling into Crafts
Thu, Oct 24, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Visit the Mobile Library to make a beautiful autumnal scene!
Art Exploration Teen Edition: Grant Haffner
Thu, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Potomac Branch
Take your art knowledge to the next level!
Mobile Library: Swan Point Community - Falling into Crafts
Thu, Oct 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Visit the Mobile Library to make a beautiful autumnal scene!
CCPL Astronomy Club - With Josh Urban
Thu, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Calling all stargazers! Join us for an out-of-this-world program...CCPL Astronomy Club!
Cookie Trivia
Fri, Oct 25, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Citizens for CCPL Book Bazaar
Fri, Oct 25, 9:00am - 4:30pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
My Fresh Start: Free Showers - with Lifestyle of Maryland
Fri, Oct 25, 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.
English Conversation Club
Fri, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New venue 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.
SkillMill Demonstration Day - @ Waldorf West!
Fri, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Cookie Trivia
Sat, Oct 26, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Citizens for CCPL Book Bazaar
Sat, Oct 26, 9:00am - 4:30pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
Imagination Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Sat, Oct 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Imagination Time at P.D. Brown!
Chess Club
Sat, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Players of all ages are invited to join Chess Club at Waldorf West!
Cookie Trivia
Mon, Oct 28, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Oct 28, 9:30am - 9:50am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Citizens for CCPL Book Bazaar
Mon, Oct 28, 10:00am - 6:00pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Happy Hour Crochet & Knitting [Hybrid Program] - Virtual & In Person @ Potomac Branch
Mon, Oct 28, 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.
Spanish Conversation Club
Mon, Oct 28, 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!
Cookie Trivia
Tue, Oct 29, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Oct 29, 9:30am - 9:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Citizens for CCPL Book Bazaar
Tue, Oct 29, 10:00am - 6:00pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Oct 29, 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 - Falling into Crafts
Tue, Oct 29, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Visit the Mobile Library to make a beautiful autumnal scene!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Kids Craftapalooza
Tue, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for an afternoon of crafting fun!
Effects of Emotional Abuse - with Center for Abused Persons (CAP)
Tue, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Learn more about emotional abuse and how it can affect someone with CAP!
Cookie Trivia
Wed, Oct 30, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Medicare Open Enrollment Lab
Wed, Oct 30, 9:00am - 12:00pm
La Plata Branch
A certified Medicare counselor from the Charles County SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) will provide self-enrollment guidance.
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Oct 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!
Citizens for CCPL Book Bazaar
Wed, Oct 30, 10:00am - 6:00pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Oct 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!
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Oct 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!
Spooky Storytime
Wed, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Potomac Branch
Join us for an afternoon of spooky short stories and creepy crafts!
Registration is now closed
English Conversation Club
Wed, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Potomac Branch
The English Conversation Club is a supportive and interactive environment where English learners of all levels can practice their speaking and listening skills.
Cookie Trivia
Thu, Oct 31, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cancelled
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, Oct 31, 9:30am - 9:50am
La Plata Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Citizens for CCPL Book Bazaar
Thu, Oct 31, 10:00am - 6:00pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
Cancelled
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, Oct 31, 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/Indian Head Senior Center - Falling into Crafts
Thu, Oct 31, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Visit the Mobile Library to make a beautiful autumnal scene!
Cancelled
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, Oct 31, 11:00am - 11:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Create It!
Thu, Oct 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Meet with your friends after school and rotate among the stations to express yourself and create some fabulous works of art.
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Fri, Nov 01, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Fri, Nov 01, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Citizens for CCPL Book Bazaar
Fri, Nov 01, 9:00am - 4:30pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
Peer Outreach @ the Library - HOPE Team Outreach - Charles County Department of Health
Fri, Nov 01, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution
My Fresh Start: Free Showers - with Lifestyle of Maryland
Fri, Nov 01, 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 - Pisgah Park
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Homeschoolers, it's time for recess!
Library Crate - for Teens
Fri, Nov 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 Thursday, October 31 2024 at 9:00am
The Final Chapter - A Murder Mystery Party
Fri, Nov 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Potomac Branch
It?s the midnight release for the famous Author C.S. Penn?s latest book, and everyone's invited!
Library After Hours: Live Music Event with Carly Harvey
Fri, Nov 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us and the Carly Harvey Trio for an evening of music and fun!
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Sat, Nov 02, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Sat, Nov 02, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Citizens for CCPL Book Bazaar
Sat, Nov 02, 9:00am - 4:30pm
La Plata Branch
It's that time of year again!
Saturday Morning Book Discussion - Virtual Event (Via Google Meet)
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual
Love books? Let's Chat! Join us for our Virtual Saturday Morning Book discussion. This month we are discussing the book, Midnight Library by Matt Haig.
NaNoWriMo Write-In
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Brainstorm, socialize and boost your word count alongside fellow writers.
STEM - OZOBOT Discoveries - Programming an Ozobot Mini-Robot
Sat, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Become an instant programmer and learn how to code the Ozobot robot. Ozobots use sensors to follow lines and read Color Codes you make with markers.
Library Crate - for Teens
Sat, Nov 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 Thursday, October 31 2024 at 9:00am
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Sun, Nov 03, 12:00am - 10:59pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Mon, Nov 04, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Mon, Nov 04, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Library Crate - for Teens
Mon, Nov 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 Thursday, October 31 2024 at 9:00am
Happy Hour Crochet & Knitting [Hybrid Program] - Virtual & In Person @ Potomac Branch
Mon, Nov 04, 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.
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Tue, Nov 05, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
All CCPL Locations Closed - for Election Day
Tue, Nov 05, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed for Election Day.
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Wed, Nov 06, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Wed, Nov 06, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Nov 06, 9:30am - 9:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Veterans Resource Visits - @ La Plata Branch
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Morning Story Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Peer Outreach @ the Library - HOPE Team Outreach - Charles County Department of Health
Wed, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution
Global Gaze Book Bite: China
Wed, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Embark on a fascinating journey with us through our new program series, where we delve into diverse cultures and histories through the lens of literature.
STEM Club: Binary Code
Wed, Nov 06, 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
Rescheduled
Peer Outreach @ the Library - HOPE Team Outreach - Charles County Department of Health
Wed, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Wednesday, November 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution
Library Crate - for Teens
Wed, Nov 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 Thursday, October 31 2024 at 9:00am
Fanfiction Writing Workshop - Formatting & Descriptions
Wed, Nov 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Interested in learning ways to elevate your fanfiction writing?
ASL Club for Kids
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Are you interested in practicing introductory sign language skills? Join Ms. Kate to review ASL using fingerspelling, numbers, and other phrases
Family Caregivers Resource Session
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Family Caregivers are remarkable people who give so much to those they love.
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Thu, Nov 07, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Thu, Nov 07, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Cute and Courteous Canines
Thu, Nov 07, 10:45am - 11:45am
La Plata Branch
Has the La Plata Branch gone to the dogs?  Yes we have! 
Housing Tax Credits Info Session for Seniors - Presented by Securing Older Adults with Resources (SOAR)
Thu, Nov 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Learn all about Tax Credit Programs in Maryland for Homeowners and Renters along with other resources to help seniors stay financially independent in your home.
Morning Story Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, Nov 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
La Plata Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
LEGO Spike Essentials Build Session
Thu, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Join us for an afternoon of LEGO building and STEM!
This event is full
STEM Club: Binary Code
Thu, Nov 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!
Mobile Library: Harmony at Waldorf - Mini Koi Ponds
Thu, Nov 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Visit the Mobile Library to create your own model koi fish pond!
Mobile Library: Idlewood Neighborhood - Mini Koi Ponds
Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Visit the Mobile Library to create your own model koi fish pond!
Library Crate - for Teens
Thu, Nov 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 Thursday, October 31 2024 at 9:00am
Teen Nights - @ PD Brown
Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Come join us for Teen Nights in our Teen Central Space.
STEM Club: Addition Games
Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New venue 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!
Behind The Story: Author Talk with Stanley Milford, Jr. - A CCPL Virtual Author Speaker Series Program
Thu, Nov 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join us for an evening with Stanley Milford, Jr. to discuss his book "The Paranormal Ranger: A Navajo Investigator's Search for the Unexplained."
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Fri, Nov 08, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Fri, Nov 08, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
My Fresh Start: Free Showers - with Lifestyle of Maryland
Fri, Nov 08, 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.
Peer Outreach @ the Library - HOPE Team Outreach - Charles County Department of Health
Fri, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
La Plata Branch
HOPE Comfort Bag Distribution
Library Crate - for Teens
Fri, Nov 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 Thursday, October 31 2024 at 9:00am
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Sat, Nov 09, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Sat, Nov 09, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
NaNoWriMo Write-In
Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Brainstorm, socialize and boost your word count alongside fellow writers.
Virtual Dungeons and Dragons - Homebrew
Sat, Nov 09, 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!
This event is full
Saturday Family Crafternoon: Needle Felt Woodland Creatures
Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Potomac Branch
Grab the family and join us for an exciting afternoon of crafts!
Behind The Story: En conversación con Javier Zamora - A CCPL Virtual Author Speaker Series Program
Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
¡Una conversación especial con el autor Javier Zamora! (A special conversation with author Javier Zamora!)
Register
Library Crate - for Teens
Sat, Nov 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 Thursday, October 31 2024 at 9:00am
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Sun, Nov 10, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Mon, Nov 11, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
All CCPL Locations Closed - In observance of Veterans Day
Mon, Nov 11, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Virtual
All CCPL locations closed in observance of Veterans Day.
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Tue, Nov 12, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Tue, Nov 12, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Mobile Library: Waldorf Senior Center - Mini Koi Ponds
Tue, Nov 12, 9:00am - 11:00am
Mobile Library Branch
Visit the Mobile Library to create your own model koi fish pond!
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Nov 12, 9:30am - 9:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for a story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!
Paws to Read - with Pets on Wheels Therapy Animals!
Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Come read to or hang out with a certified Therapy Animal!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Sensory Social
Tue, Nov 12, 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.
STEM Club: Elephant Toothpaste
Tue, Nov 12, 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!
This event is full
Advanced ASL Club
Tue, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Virtual
Are you interested in practicing Intermediate/Advanced Sign Language skills?
Anime Club
Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Come meet fellow anime fans and enjoy fun games.
Sewing Machine Lounge - @ Waldorf West
Tue, Nov 12, 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: Pressed Flower Lanterns - @ P.D. Brown
Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Light up the night with your own pressed flower lantern!
Glow in the Dark Paint Night for Teens
Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Express your creative side with glow in the dark paint night!
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Wed, Nov 13, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Wed, Nov 13, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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: George Rodrigue
Wed, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Potomac Branch
Calling all artists! Join us for an afternoon of art history fun, learning all about different artists while learning new art skills and techniques!
Fanfiction Writing Workshop - Dialogue
Wed, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Interested in learning ways to elevate your fanfiction writing?
Poké Paint
Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
La Plata Branch
Calling all Pokémon enthusiasts and art lovers!
Crafter's Bingo
Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waldorf West Branch
Calling all crafty adults!!! Join us for an exciting night of Bingo. Winners will receive seasonal adult craft kits with instructions. Also, everyone will make a small craft while we play.
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Thu, Nov 14, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Thu, Nov 14, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ La Plata!
Thu, Nov 14, 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, Nov 14, 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, Nov 14, 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, Nov 14, 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 - Mini Koi Ponds
Thu, Nov 14, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Library Branch
Visit the Mobile Library to create your own model koi fish pond!
Art Exploration: George Rodrigue
Thu, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Potomac Branch
Calling all artists! Join us for an afternoon of art history fun, learning all about different artists while learning new art skills and techniques!
Mobile Library: Swan Point Community - Mini Koi Ponds
Thu, Nov 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Visit the Mobile Library to create your own model koi fish pond!
Behind The Story: Author Talk with Javier Zamora - A CCPL Virtual Author Speaker Series Program
Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
Join us for an afternoon with author Javier Zamora!
Jazzy Yarns
Thu, Nov 14, 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, Nov 14, 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 [In Person] - Discussing "The Four Winds" by Kristin Hannah
Thu, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
La Plata Branch
In November we will discuss "The Four Winds" by Kristin Hannah. Recommended for ages 18+. Social time is from 6:30 - 6:45; book discussion runs from 6:45 - 7:45.
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Fri, Nov 15, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Fri, Nov 15, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
My Fresh Start: Free Showers - with Lifestyle of Maryland
Fri, Nov 15, 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.
Teen Game Night
Fri, Nov 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Celebrate the end of a long week at our teen-only after hours event.
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Sat, Nov 16, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Sat, Nov 16, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
NaNoWriMo Write-In
Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Brainstorm, socialize and boost your word count alongside fellow writers.
Saturday Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West Branch!
Sat, Nov 16, 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, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 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.
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Sun, Nov 17, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Mon, Nov 18, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Mon, Nov 18, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Cuddle Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Morning Story Time - @ Waldorf West!
Mon, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Waldorf West Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Happy Hour Crochet & Knitting [Hybrid Program] - Virtual & In Person @ Potomac Branch
Mon, Nov 18, 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.
Come Have a Yarn Ball! - Knit & Crochet @ Waldorf West Branch
Mon, Nov 18, 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.
Teen Creative Writing Workshop
Mon, Nov 18, 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!
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Tue, Nov 19, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Tue, Nov 19, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Medicare Open Enrollment Lab
Tue, Nov 19, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
A certified Medicare counselor from the Charles County SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) will provide self-enrollment guidance.
Cuddle Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 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 - Mini Koi Ponds
Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Library Branch
Visit the Mobile Library to create your own model koi fish pond!
Morning Story Time - @ Potomac!
Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:50am
Potomac Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
SkillMill Demonstration Day - @ La Plata!
Tue, Nov 19, 1:30pm - 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.
Clases de Computadoras en Español
Tue, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
¿ Eres un adulto que necesitas aprender los conceptos básicos de computación ? Si es así, puedes participar en nuestra clases de computadoras .  ¡No necesitas hacer cita y son gratis
Turkey in the Stacks!
Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Potomac Branch
Come learn about and visit with a real, live turkey!
In A Flash: Six Word Memoir Contest
Wed, Nov 20, All day
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?
Cookie Trivia
Wed, Nov 20, All day
Waldorf West Branch
Want some cookies?
Medicare Open Enrollment Lab
Wed, Nov 20, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
A certified Medicare counselor from the Charles County SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) will provide self-enrollment guidance.
Cuddle Time - @ P.D. Brown!
Wed, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:45am
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!
Create It!
Wed, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
Meet with your friends after school and rotate among the stations to express yourself and create some fabulous works of art.
Art Exploration Teen Edition: Diana Beltrán Herrera
Wed, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Potomac Branch
Take your art knowledge to the next level!
Advanced STEM Club: Crash Test Dummies
Wed, Nov 20, 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!
Lessons from the Animal People - with Dovie Thomason
Wed, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waldorf West Branch
Join us to celebrate Native American Heritage Month with storyteller Dovie Thomason!
Fanfiction Writing Workshop - Worldbuilding & Compelling Alternate Universes
Wed, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Interested in learning ways to elevate your fanfiction writing?
Behind The Story: Author Talk with Mona Susan Power - A CCPL Virtual Author Speaker Series Program
Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join us and Mona Susan Power to discuss native rights and culture in fiction, as well as her book "A Council of Dolls!"
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