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Kids


Events for Kids

Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!

Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Come play a variety of board games with us!

Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Have fun crafting and creating a special project inspired by Martin Luther King, Jr.

Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Cancelled
Tue, Jan 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Tue, Jan 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Become a scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science activities using basic scientific principles. Drop in to learn about how computers think and solve some puzzles! Ages 8–12.

Tue, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Largo-Kettering
Explore Igloo Engineering! Learn how people in the far north survive the cold and how they use ice to build igloos. Design and build your own mini igloo.
This event is full

Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
An afternoon of poetry and spoken word as we listen to Dr. King's legendary "I Have a Dream" speech. Bring a poem or spoken word to share!

Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Tue, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.

Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Mount Rainier
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.

Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,

Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Cancelled
Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.

Thu, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!

Thu, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Thu, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Families can participate in creating their own artwork with paint supplies while enjoying non-alcoholic beverages.

Thu, Jan 23, 5:00pm - 5:50pm
Laurel
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.

Fri, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Want to be a Pokémon master? Do you like comics, cartoons, and crafts? Join fellow fans each month as we try to catch’em all, try new series, and enjoy animated worlds.

Sat, Jan 25, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Mount Rainier Nature Center, 4701 31st Pl Mount Rainier MD 20782
Exchange seeds with your neighbors and meet local organizations as you prepare for spring and diversify your garden! Children's Story Time: 11:30am -12:00pm Craft: 12:30pm - 1:30pm Seed Starting Workshop: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Unlock the magic of storytelling through dynamic, engaging performances as we bring beloved stories to life! From reading aloud to acting on stage, children will build reading skills while expressing their creativity. Perfect for young readers ready to shine!

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Dive into the exciting world of chess in a fun and supportive environment! Join us to master the basics, sharpen your strategic skills, and enjoy friendly matches with fellow players.

Mon, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Homeschool families! Socialize, play games, and do a craft or STEM project. Projects change each month.

Mon, Jan 27, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Fairmount Heights - Large Meeting Room
Dive into a game of Dungeons and Dragons! Bring your completed character sheets or pick from our ready-made options. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, everyone is welcome. Ideal for ages 10 and up.

Mon, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!

Mon, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating with hands-on experiments and activities. Supplies are provided.

Cancelled
Tue, Jan 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!

Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Listen to a great winter story and then decorate a winter lantern to take home.

Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Tue, Jan 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Tue, Jan 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. Ages 6+ are welcome!

Tue, Jan 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Families can participate in creating their own artwork with paint supplies while enjoying non-alcoholic beverages.

Wed, Jan 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.

Wed, Jan 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,

Cancelled
Wed, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Cancelled
Thu, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Thu, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Thu, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Thu, Jan 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.

Thu, Jan 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities. Ages 5–12 with adult.

Thu, Jan 30, 5:00pm - 5:50pm
Laurel
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.

Sat, Feb 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Oxon Hill
Join community members as they meet together to sew. The Sewing Lab is equipped with sewing machines and some accessories. We will work on seat cushions, bags, purses, quilting, and other similar projects. You are welcome to bring your own machine. Children age 8 and above are welcome with parental guidance.

Sat, Feb 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Dive into the world of habitats and learn how different Pokémon thrive in various environments. Participants will take on the challenge of sorting Pokémon into the right habitats based on clues about their traits, behaviors, and needs. They’ll discover how various Pokémon are uniquely adapted to thrive in specific environments—just like real-world animals! Ages 5–12 with adult.

Sat, Feb 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!

Sat, Feb 01, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Upper Marlboro
Have fun crafting and creating Pokémon Balls with paper plates! Supplies are provided. Supplies are provided.

Sat, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Test your knowledge of Pokémon, their moves, their type, habitats, and adventures. Whether you're a Pokémon expert or just starting your journey, this trivia challenge is perfect for fans of all levels. Ages 10 and up. Spaces are limited.

Sat, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
An afternoon of crocheting and knitting. No prior experience needed. We’ll provide some supplies to get started, but also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.

Sun, Feb 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Bring a friend. Bring your family. Test your knowledge of Super Bowl history before this year's big game.

Tue, Feb 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!

Tue, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Tue, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Cancelled
Tue, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Tue, Feb 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Fairmount Heights - Large Meeting Room
Watch history come alive in this engaging theatrical performance by Ebony Sonshine Puppets. Through dynamic storytelling, music, and puppetry, discover the inspiring stories of Black history makers who changed our world.

Tue, Feb 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Tue, Feb 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for 10 minutes.

Tue, Feb 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Oxon Hill
Listen to favorite stories about Black pioneers who were trailblazers in aviation. Then, create your own paper airplanes.

Tue, Feb 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Have you ever wondered why spiders have such long legs? Come join me for a fun African folktale all about Anansi the spider! You’ll learn how Anansi’s adventures changed the world of spiders forever. We’ll also dance a lively Ghanaian dance, explore cool facts about the Ashanti Kingdom, and have fun with stickers and more!

Tue, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
miXt Food Hall - 3809 Rhode Island Ave, Brentwood, MD 20722
Kick off Black History Month by sharing your favorite works from Black writers at miXt Food Hall. Come and read a poem, quote, or piece of writing that inspires you. Celebrate the rich diversity of Black literature, discover lesser-known gems, and connect with your community. All ages welcome.

Tue, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Wed, Feb 05, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,

Wed, Feb 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Have you ever wondered why spiders have such long legs? Come join me for a fun African folktale all about Anansi the spider! You’ll learn how Anansi’s adventures changed the world of spiders forever. We’ll also dance a lively Ghanaian dance, explore cool facts about the Ashanti Kingdom, and have fun with stickers and more!

Wed, Feb 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Watch history come alive in this engaging theatrical performance by Ebony Sonshine Puppets. Through dynamic storytelling, music, and puppetry, discover the inspiring stories of Black history makers who changed our world.

Wed, Feb 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.

Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Enjoy a family friendly movie and seasonal beverages.

Wed, Feb 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Kids will dive into the exciting world of engineering and science with fun, hands-on projects! They’ll explore topics like 3D printing and modeling, coding, robotics, electronics and circuits, astronomy with telescopes, building bridges, cracking the egg drop challenge, and much more! Ages 11-15.

Thu, Feb 06, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Homeschool families! Socialize, play games, and do a craft or STEM project. Activities change each month.

Thu, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Bowie - Small Meeting Room (209)
Come play a variety of board games with us!

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for a limited amount of time.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Craft, cut, create! Design and cut custom Valentine’s Day cards with precision using Cricut Explore 3 and Cricut Design Space. Supplies are provided.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Have fun crafting and creating a collage inspired by the work of Romare Bearden! Supplies are provided.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!

Thu, Feb 06, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Laurel
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for [10–15] minutes.

Thu, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Laurel
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.

Fri, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.

Sat, Feb 08, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Explore African American Inventors and Innovators who influenced our way of life in the workforce as we know it today. Discover how these inventors were able to innovate in communication, technology, transportation, science, and much more!

Sat, Feb 08, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Explore the folklore and history behind the popular hair style. Included will be different hair experiments. Ages 5–12 with adult.

Sat, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Former Prince George's County Poet Laureate, Sistah Joy, will share her original poetry that inspires, informs, and empowers the community. This Black History Month literary celebration will include an open mic, African drumming, and a captivating visual art exhibit. All ages welcome.

Sat, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Rainier
Have fun crafting and creating! Make paper story quilts inspired by the work of Faith Ringgold (1930-2024). Supplies are provided.

Sat, Feb 08, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Oxon Hill
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Sat, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beltsville
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for 15 minutes.

Mon, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!

Tue, Feb 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Come play a variety of board games with us!

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Tue, Feb 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. Ages 6+ are welcome!

Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Oxon Hill
Enjoy a family friendly movie.

Tue, Feb 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Want to be a Pokémon master? Do you like comics, cartoons, and crafts? Join fellow fans each month as we try to catch ’em all, try new series, and enjoy animated worlds.

Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Step back in time with Ms. Story as she brings remarkable Black women from history to life. Through first-person storytelling and authentic costumes, experience history from the Colonial era through the Civil Rights movement.

Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Joe's Movement Emporium - 3309 Bunker Hill Rd, Mt Rainier, MD 20712
Step into the remarkable life of Harriet Tubman with this one-woman show. Known for leading enslaved people to freedom via the Underground Railroad, Tubman’s legacy also includes her work as a spy during the Civil War and a suffragist, tireless in her advocacy for justice and equality. This performance brings to life her strength, determination, and commitment to freedom.

Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Laurel
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!

Wed, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beltsville
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Wed, Feb 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Have fun creating heart-themed artwork with paint supplies while enjoying some light refreshments. Supplies are provided. Registration is required.

Wed, Feb 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Have fun designing buttons celebrating Black love and appreciation for trailblazers in Black history. Supplies are provided.

Wed, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Discover the basics of chess in this beginner-friendly program and learn chess rules, strategies, and tactics. Develop critical thinking and sportsmanship as you embark on your chess journey with confidence. This program is suitable for seniors, adults, teens, and children ages 10 and up.

Wed, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,

Wed, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Step back in time with Ms. Story as she brings remarkable Black women from history to life. Through first-person storytelling and authentic costumes, experience history from the Colonial era through the Civil Rights movement.

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New Carrollton
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities. Learn basic coding logic using miniature spherical robots! Ages 5–12 with adult.

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Wed, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities using coffee filters to make parachutes. Ages 5–12 with adult.

Thu, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Become a scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science activities using basic scientific principles. Use electricity to make your very own light-up Valentine's Day card! Perfect for kids who love art and science, this hands-on program lets you design a special card for someone you care about—and make it glow! Ages 8–12.

Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Thu, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Want to be a Pokémon master? Do you like comics, cartoons, and crafts? Join fellow fans each month as we try to catch 'em all, try new series, and enjoy animated worlds.

Thu, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Test your knowledge of Black History in a fun, engaging environment. Board Games will also be available for playing.

Thu, Feb 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Laurel
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.

Fri, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.

Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1,Large meeting room 2
Master jump rope techniques while having fun and getting active! This interactive fitness program focuses on building your skills, improving coordination, and getting fit through Double Dutch jumping. All skill levels are welcome!

Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
In celebration of Black History Month, watch the movie "Hidden Figures". All ages are welcome and light refreshments will be served. Rated PG, 2 hr 7min

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bladensburg
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for 10 minutes.

Tue, Feb 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!

Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Come play a variety of board games with us!

Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Tue, Feb 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Watch history come alive in this engaging theatrical performance by Ebony Sonshine Puppets. Through dynamic storytelling, music, and puppetry, discover the inspiring stories of Black history makers who changed our world.

Tue, Feb 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Tue, Feb 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Learn about the achievements of roboticist Ayanna Howard and drop in for hands-on activities using Cubelet Robots! Ages 8–12.

Tue, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Learn how Major Charity Adams Earley led the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion (an all Black women's unit) in clearing over 17 million pieces of backlogged mail. Sorting activities using different mathematical properties will engage participants in interactive activities. Ages 5–12 with adult.

Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Step back in time with Ms. Story as she brings remarkable Black women from history to life. Through first-person storytelling and authentic costumes, experience history from the Colonial era through the Civil Rights movement.

Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.

Cancelled
Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie
Have fun exploring, crafting, and creating with hands-on experiments and activities. Learn about the Quilts of Gee's Bend and design a panel. Supplies are provided.

Tue, Feb 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1,Large meeting room 2
Experience Freedom Songs by We Are Zion Music (WAZM) — a vibrant Black History Month celebration featuring a powerful performance that honors the spirit of freedom and resilience. Discover the rich heritage of African American history, paying tribute to the past while inspiring the future. Let the spirit of unity and resilience lift your soul in this unforgettable musical experience!

Wed, Feb 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beltsville
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!

Wed, Feb 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Discover facts about Black History through a game of Bingo!

Wed, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,

Wed, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Explore the awesome world of your body with fun, hands-on activities that show how all your organs work together to keep you healthy and strong. You'll learn how your body’s systems team up to make you feel great!

Wed, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Step back in time with Ms. Story as she brings remarkable Black women from history to life. Through first-person storytelling and authentic costumes, experience history from the Colonial era through the Civil Rights movement.

Wed, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.

Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. Ages 6–12.

Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Crochet with others in the community. No prior experience needed. We’ll provide some supplies to get started, but also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.

Wed, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Kids will dive into the exciting world of engineering and science with fun, hands-on projects! They’ll explore topics like 3D printing and modeling, coding, robotics, electronics and circuits, astronomy with telescopes, building bridges, cracking the egg drop challenge, and much more! Ages 11-15.


Kids Achieve Club

The mission of the Kids Achieve Club (KAC) program is to provide academic support through homework assistance and reading practice for English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) students in grades 1-6. The program was created to support the unique needs of English Learners to foster a love of reading and to provide academic support. Although KAC was created to align with the needs and to engage English Learners, it is an inclusive program. Children of all backgrounds and ethnicities are invited to participate. 

Take a look at our foundation booklet titled Kids Achieve Club Reading Activities by Dr. Dawn Jacobs Martin Ph.D. This booklet is filled with reading strategies integrated with the Five Pillars of Literacy, making it the perfect resource and guide for mentors, parents, and caregivers.

If you would like to learn more about early literacy, or if you have children the age of 5 and under, please visit our Early Literacy page for more information.

La misión del programa Kids Achieve Club (KAC) es proveer apoyo académico y asistencia en las tareas y practicar la lectura para estudiantes de inglés como segundo idioma en los grados 1° - 6°.  El programa fue creado específicamente para proveer un servicio de las necesidades de estudiantes que están aprendiendo el inglés o que el inglés es su segundo idioma para fomentar un amor a la lectura y proveer apoyo académico. Aunque el programa KAC fue creado para alinearse con las necesidades e involucrar a estudiantes de inglés como segundo idioma es un programa inclusivo.  Niños de todo origen y etnicidad son bienvenidos a participar.  

con un folleto que se titula, Actividades de Leer, por Dra. Dawn Jacobs Martin, Ph.D. Este folleto está lleno de las estrategias de lectura que integran los “cinco pilares de alfabetización.” El libro es un recurso para tutores, padres, y las personas encargadas del cuidado del niño. 

Si quiere aprender más sobre la alfabetización temprana, o si tiene niños de los años 5 y menos, por favor visite nuestra página web Alfabetización Temprana para más información.

Helpful Online Resources

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ABCmouse (Library Access)

The ABCmouse curriculum is designed to help young children (ages 2-8+) build a strong foundation for future academic success. ABCmouse is 100% educational, with more than 10,000 learning activities (books, puzzles, educational games, art activities, songs, etc.) across all major subject areas—reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music.

ABCmouse at Home (Remote Access)

Now available from home! The ABCmouse curriculum is designed to help young children (ages 2-8+) build a strong foundation for future academic success. ABCmouse is 100% educational, with more than 10,000 learning activities (books, puzzles, educational games, art activities, songs, etc.) across all major subject areas—reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music.

Beanstack

Discover favorite books, earn badges and participate in reading challenges with Beanstack!

Biography in Context

Meet the people who made history by accessing video, audio, images, primary sources and articles for over a half-million international figures.

Brainfuse HelpNow

Chat online with a real tutor and get live, homework help from 2pm to 11:55pm EST.

ComicsPlus

Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of digital graphic novels, manga and comics. Checkouts are for seven days with unlimited renewals.

Creativebug

1,000+ art & craft video classes covering art & design, sewing, quilting, paper, knitting, crochet, food & home, jewelry, holiday & party, and kids.

Encyclopedia Britannica for Kids

An excellent starting place for any research project about animals, geography, people and more.

Encyclopedia Britannica ImageQuest

Access millions of images from the best collections in the world.

Encyclopedia Britannica Library Edition

Search encyclopedia articles, magazines, web sites and videos.

Gale In Context: Middle School

Find information here about the most studied middle school topics.

Gale in Context: Elementary

Cross-curricular research and homework help for K-5 students.

Gale Ebooks

Find eBooks on countries, cultures, history, technology, science and more, with translations available in 40 languages.

Libby/OverDrive for Kids

OverDrive and the Libby app offer classic and contemporary children's books for all ages in both eBook and eAudio format.

Mango Languages

Learn a new language from home or on-the-go with Mango! Mango adapts to your unique learning style so you pick up on new vocabulary quickly.

National Geographic Kids (Gale)

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Magazines, newspapers, journals, and reference content for middle and high school students.

NoveList K-8

Find just the right book and get recommendations based on your interests and reading level.

Pebble Go

Have fun researching while playing educational games and engaging with read-aloud audio for five categories: animals, science, biographies, social studies and dinosaurs. Designed specifically for grades K-3.

Transparent languages

An easy-to-use interface that integrates real-life language use by native speakers. With over 100 languages to choose from, every language-learner will find something of interest.

For all of our resources, please visit here and if you're having trouble accessing anything, please contact us.


Book Lists


Looking for something good to read? Maybe you need to find a book for class or you want to explore new genres like comic books or nonfiction. Either way, you are sure to find a title you will like from one of our lists. Don't forget, if you need help locating these books or other resources, ask a librarian for help. Or, log on to Beanstack to see all of the lists. You can reserve a title right from your account!