Events
This calendar showcases events sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County and its chapters. For a full calendar of events at Montgomery County Public Libraries, please visit MCPL’s calendar.
september, 2017
Chapters:
Aspen Hill
Aspen Hill
All
Aspen Hill
Bethesda
Chevy Chase
Damascus
Davis
FOLMC
Gaithersburg
Germantown
Kensington Park
Little Falls
Marilyn J. Praisner
Olney
Potomac
Quince Orchard
Rockville
Silver Spring
Twinbrook
White Oak
21sep(sep 21)10:30 am(sep 21)10:30 amBuild and Learn with DUPLO®Chapters:Bethesda
Event Details
Drop in for a session of imaginative construction with DUPLO® (ages 2-5), and EDU-BLOCK® (ages NB-2). We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations must be
Event Details
Drop in for a session of imaginative construction with DUPLO® (ages 2-5), and EDU-BLOCK® (ages NB-2). We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations must be left at the library, but may be photographed before deconstruction. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Bethesda Chapter.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Bethesda Library
7400 Arlington Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814
21sep(sep 21)10:30 am(sep 21)10:30 amConstruction Crew: DuploChapters:Damascus
Event Details
Drop in for a morning open session of imaginative construction with DUPLO (ages 2-5), and EDU-BLOCK (ages NB-2). We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home-- just bring
Event Details
Drop in for a morning open session of imaginative construction with DUPLO (ages 2-5), and EDU-BLOCK (ages NB-2). We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home– just bring your ideas and start building! Your creations must be left at the library, but may be photographed before deconstruction. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Damascus Chapter.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Damascus Library
9701 Main St., Damascus, MD, 20872
21sep(sep 21)10:30 am(sep 21)10:30 amPlay Date at the LibraryChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Come to the Chevy Chase Library on Thursday mornings from 10:30 -11:30 am to meet new friends and have fun with Duplos, blocks, matching and sorting games and other STEM/STEAM
Event Details
Come to the Chevy Chase Library on Thursday mornings from 10:30 -11:30 am to meet new friends and have fun with Duplos, blocks, matching and sorting games and other STEM/STEAM activities. Preschool age. No registration needed.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase Chapter.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
21sep(sep 21)6:30 pmPatrick Ness and Adam SilveraChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Patrick Ness, the author of nine novels including the New York Times bestselling The Rest of Us Just Live Here and A Monster Calls, will discuss his newest book, Release. Release is a new classic about teenage relationships,
Event Details
Patrick Ness, the author of nine novels including the New York Times bestselling The Rest of Us Just Live Here and A Monster Calls, will discuss his newest book, Release. Release is a new classic about teenage relationships, self-acceptance, and what happens when the walls we build start to come down.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase Chapter
Time
(Thursday) 6:30 pm
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
22sep(sep 22)3:30 pm(sep 22)3:30 pmLego PlayChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Drop in for an open session of Lego play on Fridays between 3:30 and 5:00 pm. Program is for children elementary age with an adult. We will provide the Legos
Event Details
Drop in for an open session of Lego play on Fridays between 3:30 and 5:00 pm. Program is for children elementary age with an adult. We will provide the Legos and space, you provide the imagination. No registration needed. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase Chapter.
Time
(Friday) 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
22sep(sep 22)4:30 pm(sep 22)4:30 pmLego CrewChapters:Gaithersburg
Event Details
Come showcase your creativity at this free drop-in LEGO® program sponsored by The Friends of the Library, Gaithersburg Chapter. Come up with your own amazing creations! We supply the bricks
Event Details
Come showcase your creativity at this free drop-in LEGO® program sponsored by The Friends of the Library, Gaithersburg Chapter. Come up with your own amazing creations! We supply the bricks so please leave yours at home. Grades K-5 (with a caregiver.) MakerSpace and STEM.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Gaithersburg Library
Time
(Friday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
23sep(sep 23)10:30 am(sep 23)10:30 amEnglish Conversation GroupChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Every Saturday from 10:30 am to 12 Noon. Open to all non-native English speakers interested in practicing English in a friendly, informal and fun setting. Join us! For more information,
Event Details
Every Saturday from 10:30 am to 12 Noon. Open to all non-native English speakers interested in practicing English in a friendly, informal and fun setting. Join us! For more information, please call 240-773-9590. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase Chapter.
Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
23sep(sep 23)12:30 pm(sep 23)12:30 pmLego Weekend PlayChapters:Silver Spring
Event Details
Children are invited to drop in for to build, create, and play with our DUPLOS (little ones) and LEGOS. We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your
Event Details
Children are invited to drop in for to build, create, and play with our DUPLOS (little ones) and LEGOS. We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations must be left at the library but, may be photographed before deconstruction. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. This STEM program is made possible through the generous support of the Silver Spring Friends of the Library. 5th Floor Program Room, Saturday 12:30-5:30 pm and Sunday 1-4:30 pm Look for extended play time during our Summer hours!
Sponsored by Friends of the Library,Silver Spring Library
Time
(Saturday) 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Silver Spring Library
900 Wayne Ave Silver Spring MD 20910
23sep(sep 23)3:00 pm(sep 23)3:00 pmHarry Potter TeensChapters:Little Falls
Event Details
Don't you wish you were at Hogwarts instead of your school? Come to Little Falls for a peek at what it might be like in Harry Potter's world. Snacks, crafts,
Event Details
Don’t you wish you were at Hogwarts instead of your school? Come to Little Falls for a peek at what it might be like in Harry Potter’s world. Snacks, crafts, photo ops, and more. Muggles welcome. Ages 12-18 only please. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Little Falls Chapter.
Time
(Saturday) 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Little Falls Library
5501 Massachusetts Ave Bethesda, MD 20816
24sep(sep 24)1:00 pm(sep 24)1:00 pmLego Weekend PlayChapters:Silver Spring
Event Details
Children are invited to drop in for to build, create, and play with our DUPLOS (little ones) and LEGOS. We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your
Event Details
Children are invited to drop in for to build, create, and play with our DUPLOS (little ones) and LEGOS. We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations must be left at the library but, may be photographed before deconstruction. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. This STEM program is made possible through the generous support of the Silver Spring Friends of the Library. 5th Floor Program Room, Saturday 12:30-5:30 pm and Sunday 1-4:30 pm Look for extended play time during our Summer hours!
Sponsored by Friends of the Library,Silver Spring Library
Time
(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Silver Spring Library
900 Wayne Ave Silver Spring MD 20910
25sep(sep 25)10:00 amMonday Morning DuplosChapters:Germantown
Event Details
Join us for a drop-in play date! We will have Duplo blocks, shakers and more! This is a summertime program for babies up to age 5. Sponsored by the Friends of
Event Details
Join us for a drop-in play date! We will have Duplo blocks, shakers and more! This is a summertime program for babies up to age 5.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Germantown Chapter.
Time
(Monday) 10:00 am
Location
Germantown Library
19840 Century Blvd, Germantown, MD 20874
Event Details
Please join us for a bilingual (Spanish/English) storytime just right for toddlers and preschoolers. No registration needed. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase Chapter.
Event Details
Please join us for a bilingual (Spanish/English) storytime just right for toddlers and preschoolers. No registration needed. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase Chapter.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
26sep(sep 26)10:30 am(sep 26)10:30 amEnglish Conversation GroupChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Every Tuesday from 10:30 am to 12 Noon. Open to all non-native English speakers interested in practicing English in a friendly, informal and fun setting. Join us! For more information,
Event Details
Every Tuesday from 10:30 am to 12 Noon. Open to all non-native English speakers interested in practicing English in a friendly, informal and fun setting. Join us! For more information, please call 240-773-9590. Free. No reservations needed. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase Chapter
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
26sep(sep 26)10:30 am(sep 26)10:30 amBuild and Learn with DUPLOChapters:Bethesda
Event Details
Drop in for a session of imaginative construction with DUPLO (ages 2-5), and EDU-BLOCK (ages NB-2). We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations must be
Event Details
Drop in for a session of imaginative construction with DUPLO (ages 2-5), and EDU-BLOCK (ages NB-2). We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations must be left at the library, but may be photographed before deconstruction. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Bethesda Chapter.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Bethesda Library
7400 Arlington Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814
27sep(sep 27)2:00 pmFiction Memoir and Biography Book GroupChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Join the group to discuss The Lowland by Jhumpa Lahiri. Copies of the book are made available one month before the session, at the Information Desk. Registration is not required Sponsored
Event Details
Join the group to discuss The Lowland by Jhumpa Lahiri. Copies of the book are made available one month before the session, at the Information Desk. Registration is not required
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase Chapter
Time
(Wednesday) 2:00 pm
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
28sep(sep 28)10:30 am(sep 28)10:30 amBuild and Learn with DUPLO®Chapters:Bethesda
Event Details
Drop in for a session of imaginative construction with DUPLO® (ages 2-5), and EDU-BLOCK® (ages NB-2). We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations must be
Event Details
Drop in for a session of imaginative construction with DUPLO® (ages 2-5), and EDU-BLOCK® (ages NB-2). We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations must be left at the library, but may be photographed before deconstruction. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Bethesda Chapter.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Bethesda Library
7400 Arlington Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814
28sep(sep 28)10:30 am(sep 28)10:30 amConstruction Crew: DuploChapters:Damascus
Event Details
Drop in for a morning open session of imaginative construction with DUPLO (ages 2-5), and EDU-BLOCK (ages NB-2). We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home-- just bring
Event Details
Drop in for a morning open session of imaginative construction with DUPLO (ages 2-5), and EDU-BLOCK (ages NB-2). We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home– just bring your ideas and start building! Your creations must be left at the library, but may be photographed before deconstruction. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Damascus Chapter.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Damascus Library
9701 Main St., Damascus, MD, 20872
28sep(sep 28)10:30 am(sep 28)10:30 amPlay Date at the LibraryChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Come to the Chevy Chase Library on Thursday mornings from 10:30 -11:30 am to meet new friends and have fun with Duplos, blocks, matching and sorting games and other STEM/STEAM
Event Details
Come to the Chevy Chase Library on Thursday mornings from 10:30 -11:30 am to meet new friends and have fun with Duplos, blocks, matching and sorting games and other STEM/STEAM activities. Preschool age. No registration needed.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase Chapter.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
29sep(sep 29)3:30 pm(sep 29)3:30 pmLego PlayChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Drop in for an open session of Lego play on Fridays between 3:30 and 5:00 pm. Program is for children elementary age with an adult. We will provide the Legos
Event Details
Drop in for an open session of Lego play on Fridays between 3:30 and 5:00 pm. Program is for children elementary age with an adult. We will provide the Legos and space, you provide the imagination. No registration needed. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase Chapter.
Time
(Friday) 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
29sep(sep 29)4:30 pm(sep 29)4:30 pmLego CrewChapters:Gaithersburg
Event Details
Come showcase your creativity at this free drop-in LEGOŽ program sponsored by The Friends of the Library, Gaithersburg Chapter. Come up with your own amazing creations! We supply the bricks
Event Details
Come showcase your creativity at this free drop-in LEGOŽ program sponsored by The Friends of the Library, Gaithersburg Chapter. Come up with your own amazing creations! We supply the bricks so please leave yours at home. Grades K-5 (with a caregiver.) MakerSpace and STEM.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Gaithersburg Chapter
Time
(Friday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
30sep(sep 30)10:30 am(sep 30)10:30 amEnglish Conversation GroupChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Every Saturday from 10:30 am to 12 Noon. Open to all non-native English speakers interested in practicing English in a friendly, informal and fun setting. Join us! For more information,
Event Details
Every Saturday from 10:30 am to 12 Noon. Open to all non-native English speakers interested in practicing English in a friendly, informal and fun setting. Join us! For more information, please call 240-773-9590. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase Chapter.
Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
30sep(sep 30)12:30 pm(sep 30)12:30 pmLego Weekend PlayChapters:Silver Spring
Event Details
Children are invited to drop in for to build, create, and play with our DUPLOS (little ones) and LEGOS. We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your
Event Details
Children are invited to drop in for to build, create, and play with our DUPLOS (little ones) and LEGOS. We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations must be left at the library but, may be photographed before deconstruction. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. This STEM program is made possible through the generous support of the Silver Spring Friends of the Library. 5th Floor Program Room, Saturday 12:30-5:30 pm and Sunday 1-4:30 pm Look for extended play time during our Summer hours!
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Silver Spring Library
Time
(Saturday) 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Silver Spring Library
900 Wayne Ave Silver Spring MD 20910
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