Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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april
02apr(apr 2)4:30 pm(apr 2)4:30 pmSTEAM Club: Solar EclipseLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Join us as we get ready for the solar eclipse on April 8th! We'll learn about what happens during a
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Join us as we get ready for the solar eclipse on April 8th! We’ll learn about what happens during a solar eclipse and how to view one safely with hands on activities.
For Grades 1st to 5th. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.
Questions about this program? Contact the Gaithersburg Library at 240-773-9490
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
05apr(apr 5)11:00 am(apr 5)11:00 amABSeeds StorytimeLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Come listen to stories, rhymes and songs about springtime and growing plants, then stay for a flower craft that highlights
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Come listen to stories, rhymes and songs about springtime and growing plants, then stay for a flower craft that highlights early literacy skills during this special extended storytime!
Ideal for ages 18 months to 5 years with a parent or caregiver.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Friday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
06apr(apr 6)2:00 pm(apr 6)2:00 pmLEGO® AfternoonLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Come by for some LEGO® building fun! Come by anytime between 2-4
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Come by for some LEGO® building fun!
Come by anytime between 2-4 p.m. for some LEGO® building fun. We’ll supply the LEGO®s and you supply the imagination! We have both regular LEGO®s and larger Duplo LEGO®s!
For Preschool to 6th Grade. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 12 during the program.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
09apr(apr 9)6:30 pm(apr 9)6:30 pmIntergenerational Graphic Novel Book ClubLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Join us for a graphic novel book club where we'll share different perspectives and a love for reading across generations,
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Join us for a graphic novel book club where we’ll share different perspectives and a love for reading across generations, between older adults and high school students.
Book to be determined. A copy of the book will be available at the Gaithersburg Library’s Information Desk beginning March 12th.
We kindly ask that you register for this book club.
For interested teen’s please register here. Teens can earn SSL hours for their participation.
For interested adults please email Luca Carroll at lucarroll@asbury.org.
This book club is in partnership with Asbury Methodist Village, Gaithersburg Beloved Community Initiative, and Link Generations.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Tuesday) 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Explore your creative side & create a masterpiece! Join us as we
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Explore your creative side & create a masterpiece!
Join us as we learn about artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude who designed art installations usually involving wrapping well know places or objects in fabric. We’ll then attempt our own art installation inspired by their innovative methods!
For Grades Kindergarten-5th. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.
Questions about this program? Contact the Gaithersburg Library at 240-773-9490
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Thursday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
13apr(apr 13)1:00 pm(apr 13)1:00 pmDrag Story HourLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Story hour just got a lot more glamorous! Join us as we
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Story hour just got a lot more glamorous!
Join us as we celebrate reading through the glamorous art of drag! Come listen to age appropriate, diverse, and culturally inclusive stories in a program where kids can express their authentic selves.
For children ages 18 months to 10 years with their families.
Drag Story Hour is program where storytellers use the art of drag to read books to kids in libraries, schools, and bookstores. DSH captures the imagination and play of the gender fluidity of childhood and gives kids glamorous, positive, and unabashedly queer role models. In spaces like this, kids are able to see people who defy rigid gender restrictions and imagine a world where everyone can be their authentic selves!
Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.
Questions about this program? Contact the Gaithersburg Library at 240-773-9490
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Saturday) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
13apr(apr 13)2:00 pm(apr 13)2:00 pmWrite to RightLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Join teen volunteers from Write to Right in a monthly writing workshop where we'll explore using creative writing as a
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Join teen volunteers from Write to Right in a monthly writing workshop where we’ll explore using creative writing as a tool towards social change.
This program occurs on the second Saturday of the month.
Registration is encouraged, but not required. Feel free to join anytime.
For ages 9 to 14.
Questions about this program? Contact the Gaithersburg Library at 240-773-9490
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County in partnership with Write to Right.
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
16apr(apr 16)4:30 pm(apr 16)4:30 pmMy First Book Club: Dirt and BugsyLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Join us for a book club for children who are learning to read.
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Join us for a book club for children who are learning to read.
Together we’ll read Dirt and Bugsy followed by a literary activity and fun craft! You do not need to read the book before the program.
For Grades Kindergarten-1st. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 12 during the program.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
17apr(apr 17)6:30 pm(apr 17)6:30 pmTween Book Club: Lions and LiarsLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Explore different genres of tween literature each month with games, activities and book discussions.
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Explore different genres of tween literature each month with games, activities and book discussions.
This month we’re talking about Lions and Liars by Kate Beasley; followed by an activity related to the book. Pick up a copy of the book at the Circulation Desk beginning March 20th.
For Grades 4-6.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Wednesday) 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Read a different Magic Tree House book each month then join us for games, activities and book discussions.
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Read a different Magic Tree House book each month then join us for games, activities and book discussions.
This month we’re talking about Midnight on the Moon; followed by an activity related to the book. Pick up a copy of the book at the Information Desk beginning March 21st. Can’t finish the book before our next meeting? That’s ok, you can still come!
For Grades 2-3.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Thursday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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A fun, guided, interactive children's yoga practice tailored to encourage breath, movement, mindfulness, and meditation. This
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A fun, guided, interactive children’s yoga practice tailored to encourage breath, movement, mindfulness, and meditation.
This practice will include basic yoga poses, sequences and breath work. Please bring your own mat or towel.
For Grades Kindergarten-5th. The practice is specifically designed for early elementary with benefits for all elementary aged children.
Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.
Questions about this program? Contact the Gaithersburg Library at 240-773-9490
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Saturday) 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
may
03may(may 3)11:00 am(may 3)11:00 amStorytime Around the WorldLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Join us for an English-Mandarin Chinese bilingual storytime! Come listen to stories,
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Join us for an English-Mandarin Chinese bilingual storytime!
Come listen to stories, rhymes and songs in English and Mandarin Chinese with our guest readers from CCACC Academy, then stay for a craft that highlights early literacy skills during this special extended storytime!
Ideal for ages 18 months to 5 years with a parent or caregiver.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Friday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
04may(may 4)2:00 pm(may 4)2:00 pmLEGO® AfternoonLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Come by for some LEGO® building fun! Come by anytime between 2-4
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Come by for some LEGO® building fun!
Come by anytime between 2-4 p.m. for some LEGO® building fun. We’ll supply the LEGO®s and you supply the imagination! We have both regular LEGO®s and larger Duplo LEGO®s!
For Preschool to 6th Grade. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 12 during the program.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
07may(may 7)6:30 pm(may 7)6:30 pmIntergenerational Graphic Novel Book ClubLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Join us for a graphic novel book club where we'll share different perspectives and a love for reading across generations,
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Join us for a graphic novel book club where we’ll share different perspectives and a love for reading across generations, between older adults and high school students.
Book to be determined. A copy of the book will be available at the Gaithersburg Library’s Information Desk beginning April 9th.
We kindly ask that you register for this book club.
For interested teen’s please register here. Teens can earn SSL hours for their participation.
For interested adults please email Luca Carroll at lucarroll@asbury.org.
This book club is in partnership with Asbury Methodist Village, Gaithersburg Beloved Community Initiative, and Link Generations.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Tuesday) 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
11may(may 11)2:00 pm(may 11)2:00 pmWrite to RightLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Join teen volunteers from Write to Right in a monthly writing workshop where we'll explore using creative writing as a
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Join teen volunteers from Write to Right in a monthly writing workshop where we’ll explore using creative writing as a tool towards social change.
This program occurs on the second Saturday of the month.
Registration is encouraged, but not required. Feel free to join anytime.
For ages 9 to 14.
Questions about this program? Contact the Gaithersburg Library at 240-773-9490
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County in partnership with Write to Right.
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
14may(may 14)4:30 pm(may 14)4:30 pmMy First Book Club: Gigi and OjijiLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Join us for a book club for children who are learning to read.
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Join us for a book club for children who are learning to read.
Together we’ll read Gigi and Ojiji followed by a literary activity and fun craft! You do not need to read the book before the program.
For Grades Kindergarten-1st. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 12 during the program.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
15may(may 15)6:30 pm(may 15)6:30 pmTween Book Club: Shark SummerLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Explore different genres of tween literature each month with games, activities and book discussions.
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Explore different genres of tween literature each month with games, activities and book discussions.
This month we’re talking about Shark Summer by Ira Marcks; followed by an activity related to the book. Pick up a copy of the book at the Circulation Desk beginning April 17th.
For Grades 4-6.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Wednesday) 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Read a different Magic Tree House book each month then join us for games, activities and book discussions.
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Read a different Magic Tree House book each month then join us for games, activities and book discussions.
This month we’re talking about Dolphins at Daybreak; followed by an activity related to the book. Pick up a copy of the book at the Information Desk beginning April 18th. Can’t finish the book before our next meeting? That’s ok, you can still come!
For Grades 2-3.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Thursday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
20may(may 20)6:00 pm(may 20)6:00 pmContemporary Conversations with Bao PhiLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Footprints on Different Ponds: An Evening with Bao Phi
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Footprints on Different Ponds: An Evening with Bao Phi
MCPL celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a visit from Vietnamese-American children’s author Bao Phi.
MCPL celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a visit from Vietnamese-American children’s author Bao Phi. Bao’s work has been featured in two collections from Coffee House Press, Asian American Literary Review, and in the Anthology The Spoken Word Revolution. His fiction and essays have also appeared in Octavia’s Brood: Stories from Social Justice Movements and A Good Time for the Truth: Race in Minnesota.
He is the author of the award-winning books A Different Pond, Song I Sing, Thousand Star Hotel, Hello Mandarin Duck! and My Footprints. Awards for his work include the prestigious Caldecott Award, Charlotte Zolotow Award, Asian/Pacific American Awards for Literature, and a Minnesota Book Award from the Friends of the Saint Paul Library.
Bao was the first Vietnamese-American performer featured on HBO’s Def Poetry Jam and created the Loft Literary Center’s Equilibrium Writers series which won an award from the Minnesota Council of Non-Profits. He was a Visiting Critic in the English Department of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York during the 2021-2022 school year.
Q&A after the presentation, followed by a book signing reception featuring complimentary light fare.
Some of Bao Phi’s books will be available at the event for purchase from the Friends of the Library Montgomery County (FOLMC) or by visiting https://bookshop.org/shop/folmc.
The Contemporary Conversations series is sponsored by Friends of the Library Montgomery County (FOLMC) and Classroom 2 Community (C2C).
Time
(Monday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877