Events
This calendar showcases events sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County. For a full calendar of events at Montgomery County Public Libraries, please visit MCPL’s calendar.
By joining these virtual programs, you agree to abide by our rules of conduct. Staff has the authority to remove you from any program if we deem your behavior to be inappropriate, to ensure the safety of staff and guests.
may, 2023
01may4:00 pm5:00 pmSTEM at the Library: Planting SeedsLocation(s):Olney
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Come plant seeds and learn about gardening! Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
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Come plant seeds and learn about gardening! Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Join us at the Olney Library for a fun afternoon outdoors where we will plant seeds and learn about gardening!
This is a hands-on STEM activity where you plant and take home your own seed starter! All supplies will be provided.
This program is for children ages 6 through 12 years old. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Looking for something fun to do? Take a look at these resources for kids using your library card. Don’t have a card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get a Library Card.
TumbleBooks – books that read themselves
Kanopy Kids– videos and animated books
BookFlix – animated stories
Explora Educators, Explora Primary School – education resources
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten – sign up online today, and print out your child’s reading log and your list of Early Literacy Moments
Accommodation Requests
People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
Time
(Monday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Olney Library
3500 Olney Laytonsville Rd Olney, MD 20832
02may(may 2)4:30 pm(may 2)4:30 pmHenna ArtLocation(s):Twinbrook
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Stop by anytime between 4:30pm and 6:30pm to get a temporary henna tattoo by Priya Walunjkar, professional henna artist. Sponsored
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Stop by anytime between 4:30pm and 6:30pm to get a temporary henna tattoo by Priya Walunjkar, professional henna artist. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Stop by anytime between 4:30pm and 6:30pm to learn about the history of Henna Art and get your very own temporary henna tattoo by Priya Walunjkar, professional henna artist .
Henna is a plant-based dye that safely stains the skin for one to two weeks.
Attendance will be limited. Free tickets will be distributed 30 minutes before the program at the Information Desk, on a first-come-first-served basis.
Recommended age: 6 to 12. Parents/caregivers must accompany children under the age of 12 during the program.
Accommodation Requests
People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Location
Twinbrook Library
202 Meadow Hall Drive
03may(may 3)3:30 pm(may 3)3:30 pmTeen Study LoungeLocation(s):Olney
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Drop in and study, work in groups, complete homework, bring art projects,
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Drop in and study, work in groups, complete homework, bring art projects, knit or do other projects in the Teen Area! We’ll have stress relievers, school supplies, and water. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Looking for more fun things to do at MCPL?
Take a look at these resources for Teens. Don’t have a card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get a Library Card.
Accommodation Requests
People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
Time
(Wednesday) 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Olney Library
3500 Olney Laytonsville Rd Olney, MD 20832
03may(may 3)7:47 pm(may 3)7:47 pmArt at the Library: Bronwyn BancroftLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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Explore your creative side & take your masterpiece home! Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
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Explore your creative side & take your masterpiece home! Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Join us as we learn about Aboriginal Australian artist Bronwyn Bancroft, whose work includes a wide range of media from jewelry design to painting, and sculpture to illustration. We’ll then create our own work of art inspired by her bold and patterned paintings!
Want to see more of Bancroft’s art before the program? Check out one of the books she illustrated from the library!
For Grades Kindergarten-5th. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 12 during the program.
Accommodation Requests
People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
Time
(Wednesday) 7:47 pm - 7:47 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Join Aspen Hill Library’s friendly group of knitters and crocheters to share your projects and hone your craft. All levels
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Join Aspen Hill Library’s friendly group of knitters and crocheters to share your projects and hone your craft. All levels welcome. Join Aspen Hill Library’s friendly group of knitters and crocheters to share your projects and hone your craft. All levels welcome. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Looking for more crafty fun?
Nurture your creative side with 1,000+ video classes on painting, knitting, crafting, sewing, and more with Creative Bug! Most videos are captioned.
Don’t have a library card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get a Library Card.
Accommodation Requests
People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
Time
(Thursday) 6:00 pm - 7:45 pm
Location
Aspen Hill Library
4407 Aspen Hill Rd Rockville, MD 20853
06may(may 6)2:00 pm(may 6)2:00 pmLEGO® AfternoonLocation(s):Gaithersburg
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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! Sponsored by
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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! Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
For Preschool to Grade 5th. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 12 during the program.
Accommodation Requests
People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
06may(may 6)2:00 pm(may 6)2:00 pmArt Lab: Romero Britto-Inspired Heart ArtLocation(s):Twinbrook
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Stop by any time between 2pm and 3:30pm to explore your own creativity and make your own Romero Britto inspired Heart Art project. We have all the supplies you need,
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Stop by any time between 2pm and 3:30pm to explore your own creativity and make your own Romero Britto inspired Heart Art project. We have all the supplies you need, and we’re on hand to offer instruction. Wear clothes you aren’t afraid to get messy! Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Allow 20 to 30 minutes. Recommended age: 5 to 12. Parents/caregivers must accompany children under the age of 12 during the program.
Accommodation Requests
People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Twinbrook Library
202 Meadow Hall Drive
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Learn about the rich tradition of henna and celebrate by trying your hand at this decorative art yourself. Bring a
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Learn about the rich tradition of henna and celebrate by trying your hand at this decorative art yourself. Bring a friend. AGES: 12 and UP. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Celebrate with us and learn about the rich tradition of henna in South Asia. Henna has been a unique tool of beauty, symbolizing prosperity and love. Bring a friend to share hand decorating or get a wonderful design by our talented henna guest artists. For TWEENS, TEENS, and ADULTS – Ages 12 and UP.
All supplies provided. No experience necessary.
Registration is preferred as space is limited.
Don’t have a card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get a Library Card.
Accommodation Requests
People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Kensington Park Library
4201 Knowles Ave Kensington, MD 20895
11may(may 11)5:30 pm(may 11)5:30 pmFamily STEM Night: Air ScienceLocation(s):Germantown
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We will celebrate Clean Air Month by talking about the wind and wind power. In this program families will work together to learn about the power of the wind by
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We will celebrate Clean Air Month by talking about the wind and wind power. In this program families will work together to learn about the power of the wind by creating their own wind-powered cars. This program is targeted toward families with children ages 3+. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Registration is required for this program and will open one-week before the program on Thursday, May 4th at 5:30pm. NOTE: You only register once per family.
Looking for more fun things to do at MCPL?
Take a look at these resources for kids using your library card. Don’t have a card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get a Library Card.
TumbleBooks – books that read themselves
Kanopy Kids – videos and animated books
BookFlix – animated stories
Explora Educators, Explora Primary School – education resources
Accommodation Requests
People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
Time
(Thursday) 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Location
Germantown Library
19840 Century Blvd, Germantown, MD 20874
13may(may 13)10:00 am(may 13)10:00 amFriends of the Library Branch BooksaleLocation(s):Germantown
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Join us for our monthly Friends of the Library Branch Booksale! Books,
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Join us for our monthly Friends of the Library Branch Booksale! Books, DVDs, and more available for children, teens, and adults. Hardbacks $1:00, paperbacks 50 cents (children’s 1/2 price), with some items priced higher. All are welcome.
Looking for more fun things to do at MCPL?
Don’t have a card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get a Library Card.
Accommodation Requests
People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location
Germantown Library
19840 Century Blvd, Germantown, MD 20874
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