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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.
august, 2019
Chapters:
Aspen Hill
Aspen Hill
All
Aspen Hill
Chevy Chase
Connie Morella
Damascus
Davis
FOLMC
Gaithersburg
Germantown
Kensington Park
Little Falls
Marilyn J. Praisner
Olney
Potomac
Quince Orchard
Rockville Memorial
Silver Spring
Twinbrook
White Oak
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Curious about Kangaroos? Learn all about what they eat and where and how they live with Roos2U. **NOTE** We will be handing out tickets half an hour before the program - starting
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Curious about Kangaroos?
Learn all about what they eat and where and how they live with Roos2U.
**NOTE** We will be handing out tickets half an hour before the program – starting at 10:30 AM, first come first served.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Potomac Chapter.
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 11:45 am
Location
Potomac Library
10101 Glenolden Dr, Potomac, MD 20854
17aug(aug 17)12:30 pmLego Weekend PlayChapters:Silver Spring
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Children are invited to drop in to build, create, and play with our DUPLOS (little ones) and LEGOS. We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations
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Time
(Saturday) 12:30 pm
Location
Silver Spring Library
900 Wayne Ave Silver Spring MD 20910
17aug(aug 17)2:00 pm(aug 17)2:00 pmCreative PlayChapters:Aspen Hill
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For children in preschool through kindergarten and their parent/caregiver. Drop in every Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday from 2:00-4:00 pm, for a fun-filled session of block play (Duplos and others) and
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Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Aspen Hill Library
4407 Aspen Hill Rd Rockville, MD 20853
17aug(aug 17)2:00 pm(aug 17)2:00 pmGalaxy T-shirtsChapters:Quince Orchard
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Put a galaxy on a T-shirt using acrylic paint. Materials provided. For teens ages 12-18. This activity can get messy, wear old clothes. Please call 240-777-0200 for more information. A
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Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location
Quince Orchard Library
15831 Quince Orchard Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
18aug(aug 18)1:00 pm(aug 18)1:00 pmLego Weekend PlayChapters:Silver Spring
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Children are invited to drop in to build, create, and play with our DUPLOS (little ones) and LEGOS. We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations
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Time
(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Silver Spring Library
900 Wayne Ave Silver Spring MD 20910
18aug(aug 18)2:00 pm(aug 18)2:00 pmCreative PlayChapters:Aspen Hill
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Drop in every Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday from 2-4 pm, for a fun-filled session of block play (duplos and others) and hands-on learning activities. For children in preschool through kindergarten
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Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Aspen Hill Library Chapter.
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Aspen Hill Library
4407 Aspen Hill Rd Rockville, MD 20853
20aug(aug 20)2:00 pm123 Con AndresChapters:FOLMC
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Andrés Salgado,Latin Grammy Award winner, presents an interactive children’s show that teaches Spanish language, songs, regional dances and Latin American culture. All ages are welcome! Please contact the Marilyn J.
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Andrés Salgado,Latin Grammy Award winner, presents an interactive children’s show that teaches Spanish language, songs, regional dances and Latin American culture. All ages are welcome! Please contact the Marilyn J. Praisner Library at 240-773-9460 at least five days prior to the event to request reasonable accommodations.
The Praisner Library is closed for refresh this summer. Event will be held next door at the Marilyn J. Praisner Community Center.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Montgomery County
Time
(Tuesday) 2:00 pm
Location
Marilyn J Praisner Community Recreation Center
14906 Old Columbia Pike
20aug(aug 20)6:00 pm(aug 20)6:00 pmFamily Science NightChapters:FOLMC
Event Details
Developed by NASA scientists, Family Science Night is a fun and educational STEM program, designed for the whole family to work together on activities that explore our universe! Designed for families
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Developed by NASA scientists, Family Science Night is a fun and educational STEM program, designed for the whole family to work together on activities that explore our universe!
Designed for families with children ages 8+.
Registration is required and begins on July 20th. **Only sign up once per family**
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Time
(Tuesday) 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Germantown Library
19840 Century Blvd, Germantown, MD 20874
20aug(aug 20)7:00 pm(aug 20)7:00 pmClassics in Context Book DiscussionChapters:Connie Morella
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Join Kathy Kelly for a lively discussion of Scoop by Evelyn Waugh. This book discussion is part of the Classics in Context series. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Connie Morella Chapter.
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Time
(Tuesday) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location
Connie Morella Library
7400 Arlington Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814
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No more eating at your desk on Wednesdays! Come out every Wednesday May through September, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the outdoor market book sale in the passageway between Gibbs
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No more eating at your desk on Wednesdays!
Come out every Wednesday May through September, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the outdoor market book sale in the passageway between Gibbs Street and Dawson’s Market. The Friends of the Library, Rockville Memorial Chapter sells books for all ages, fiction and non-fiction, CDs and DVDs each week. Book selections change from week to week. Enjoy the outdoor market and peruse their book collection on your lunch hour.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Rockville Memorial Chapter.
Time
(Wednesday) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Rockville Memorial Library
21 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850
21aug(aug 21)12:00 pm(aug 21)12:00 pmGentle Hatha YogaChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Gentle yoga is perfect for seniors, those who are just starting out with yoga, less mobile or simply want a more relaxed yoga experience. Each class will be taught by
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Register here or by calling the library at (240) 773-9590. Please bring your own yoga mat and bath towel.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase
Time
(Wednesday) 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
22aug(aug 22)10:30 am(aug 22)10:30 amConstruction Crew: DUPLOChapters:Damascus
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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
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Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Damascus Chapter.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Damascus Library
9701 Main St., Damascus, MD, 20872
22aug(aug 22)10:30 am(aug 22)10:30 amPlay Date at the LibraryChapters:Chevy Chase
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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
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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. For Preschool age. Free! No registration needed.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
22aug(aug 22)10:30 am(aug 22)10:30 amPlay Date at the LibraryChapters:Chevy Chase
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Meet new friends and have fun with Duplos, blocks, matching and sorting games and other STEM/STEAM activities. For Preschool age. Free! No registration needed. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library,
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Meet new friends and have fun with Duplos, blocks, matching and sorting games and other STEM/STEAM activities. For Preschool age. Free! No registration needed.
Sponsored by the 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
22aug(aug 22)10:30 am(aug 22)10:30 amHandcrafters' MeetupChapters:Chevy Chase
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Are you interested in learning a new handcraft or just gathering with other hand crafters for sharing ideas, patterns and good company? Then this group is for you! Sarah Stout,
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Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
22aug(aug 22)2:00 pm(aug 22)2:00 pmCANCELLED - Teen Summer Movie: Easy AChapters:Quince Orchard
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CANCELLED! Teens bring a friend and join us for a cool summer movie - Easy A. Rated PG-13. There will be popcorn and snacks. For teens ages 13 - 18. Registration
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Program sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Quince Orchard Chapter.
Time
(Thursday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Quince Orchard Library
15831 Quince Orchard Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
23aug(aug 23)10:30 am(aug 23)10:30 amBuild and Learn with DUPLOChapters:Connie Morella
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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
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Time
(Friday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Connie Morella Library
7400 Arlington Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814
23aug(aug 23)4:30 pm(aug 23)4:30 pmLego CrewChapters:Gaithersburg
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Come showcase your creativity at this free drop-in LEGO® program. Come up with your own amazing creations! We supply the bricks so please leave yours at home. Grades K-5 (with a
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Come showcase your creativity at this free drop-in LEGO® program. 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
24aug(aug 24)12:30 pmLego Weekend PlayChapters:Silver Spring
Event Details
Children are invited to drop in to build, create, and play with our DUPLOS (little ones) and LEGOS. We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations
more
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Time
(Saturday) 12:30 pm
Location
Silver Spring Library
900 Wayne Ave Silver Spring MD 20910
24aug(aug 24)2:00 pm(aug 24)2:00 pmCreative PlayChapters:Aspen Hill
Event Details
For children in preschool through kindergarten and their parent/caregiver. Drop in every Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday from 2:00-4:00 pm, for a fun-filled session of block play (Duplos and others) and
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Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Aspen Hill Library
4407 Aspen Hill Rd Rockville, MD 20853
25aug(aug 25)1:00 pm(aug 25)1:00 pmLego Weekend PlayChapters:Silver Spring
Event Details
Children are invited to drop in to build, create, and play with our DUPLOS (little ones) and LEGOS. We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations
Event Details
Time
(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Silver Spring Library
900 Wayne Ave Silver Spring MD 20910
25aug(aug 25)2:00 pm(aug 25)2:00 pmCreative PlayChapters:Aspen Hill
Event Details
Drop in every Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday from 2-4 pm, for a fun-filled session of block play (duplos and others) and hands-on learning activities. For children in preschool through kindergarten
Event Details
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Aspen Hill Library Chapter.
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Aspen Hill Library
4407 Aspen Hill Rd Rockville, MD 20853
26aug(aug 26)4:30 pmLearn Basic KnittingChapters:Potomac
Event Details
Knitting is a great way to relax and spend your time. Bring your own needle crafts or use our limited supplies. For ages 8 and up. All skill levels welcome!
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Time
(Monday) 4:30 pm
Location
Potomac Library
10101 Glenolden Dr, Potomac, MD 20854
27aug(aug 27)10:15 am(aug 27)10:15 am123 Con AndresChapters:FOLMC
Event Details
Andrés Salgado, a Latin Grammy Award winner, presents an interactive children's show that teaches Spanish language, songs, regional dances and Latin American culture. Space is limited free tickets will be
Event Details
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Montgomery County
Time
(Tuesday) 10:15 am - 10:45 am
Location
Little Falls Library
5501 Massachusetts Ave Bethesda, MD 20816
27aug(aug 27)11:00 am(aug 27)11:00 am123 Con AndresChapters:FOLMC
Event Details
Andrés Salgado, a Latin Grammy Award winner, presents an interactive children's show that teaches Spanish language, songs, regional dances and Latin American culture. Space is limited free tickets will be
Event Details
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Montgomery County
Time
(Tuesday) 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Location
Little Falls Library
5501 Massachusetts Ave Bethesda, MD 20816
28aug(aug 28)10:30 am(aug 28)10:30 amMusic with Mr. JonChapters:FOLMC
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Join us for an energetic musical show that inspires fun, laughter, and dancing. For children ages 1-6. Free tickets will be distributed 30 minutes prior to the program; space is limited. No
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Join us for an energetic musical show that inspires fun, laughter, and dancing.
For children ages 1-6. Free tickets will be distributed 30 minutes prior to the program; space is limited.
Time
(Wednesday) 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Location
Connie Morella Library
7400 Arlington Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814
Event Details
No more eating at your desk on Wednesdays! Come out every Wednesday May through September, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the outdoor market book sale in the passageway between Gibbs
Event Details
No more eating at your desk on Wednesdays!
Come out every Wednesday May through September, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the outdoor market book sale in the passageway between Gibbs Street and Dawson’s Market. The Friends of the Library, Rockville Memorial Chapter sells books for all ages, fiction and non-fiction, CDs and DVDs each week. Book selections change from week to week. Enjoy the outdoor market and peruse their book collection on your lunch hour.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Rockville Memorial Chapter.
Time
(Wednesday) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Rockville Memorial Library
21 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850
28aug(aug 28)12:00 pm(aug 28)12:00 pmGentle Hatha YogaChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Gentle yoga is perfect for seniors, those who are just starting out with yoga, less mobile or simply want a more relaxed yoga experience. Each class will be taught by
more
Event Details
Register here or by calling the library at (240) 773-9590. Please bring your own yoga mat and bath towel.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase
Time
(Wednesday) 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
28aug(aug 28)2:00 pm(aug 28)2:00 pmFiction, Memoir and Biography Book GroupChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Join the group to discuss Nobody's Fool by Richard Russo. Copies of the selected book are made available one month before the session, at the Information Desk. Registration is not required. Sponsored by Friends
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Join the group to discuss Nobody’s Fool by Richard Russo. Copies of the selected book are made available one month before the session, at the Information Desk.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Chevy Chase Chapter.
Time
(Wednesday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
29aug(aug 29)10:30 am(aug 29)10:30 amHandcrafters' MeetupChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Are you interested in learning a new handcraft or just gathering with other hand crafters for sharing ideas, patterns and good company? Then this group is for you! Sarah Stout,
Event Details
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
29aug(aug 29)10:30 am(aug 29)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
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Damascus Chapter.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Damascus Library
9701 Main St., Damascus, MD, 20872
29aug(aug 29)10:30 am(aug 29)10:30 amPlay Date at the LibraryChapters:Chevy Chase
Event Details
Meet new friends and have fun with Duplos, blocks, matching and sorting games and other STEM/STEAM activities. For Preschool age. Free! No registration needed. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library,
Event Details
Meet new friends and have fun with Duplos, blocks, matching and sorting games and other STEM/STEAM activities. For Preschool age. Free! No registration needed.
Sponsored by the 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
29aug(aug 29)10:30 am(aug 29)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. For Preschool age. Free! No registration needed.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Chevy Chase Library
8005 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
29aug(aug 29)4:00 pm(aug 29)4:00 pmBuild and Learn with LEGOChapters:Connie Morella
Event Details
Children ages 6 - 10 are invited to drop in for a session of imaginative construction with LEGO. We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations
Event Details
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Connie Morella Library
7400 Arlington Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814
29aug(aug 29)7:00 pmCommunity Conversation at Potomac LibraryChapters:FOLMC
Event Details
Coucilmember Will Jawando will be hosting a community conversation to discuss the fiscal year 2020 budget, the state of the County’s library system and listen to concerns from community members
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Coucilmember Will Jawando will be hosting a community conversation to discuss the fiscal year 2020 budget, the state of the County’s library system and listen to concerns from community members on County issues.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Please RSVP to Walton Harris at walton.harris@montgomerycountymd.gov or at 240-777-7945.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm
Location
Potomac Library
10101 Glenolden Dr, Potomac, MD 20854
30aug(aug 30)10:30 am(aug 30)10:30 amBuild and Learn with DUPLOChapters:Connie Morella
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
Time
(Friday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
Connie Morella Library
7400 Arlington Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814
30aug(aug 30)4:30 pm(aug 30)4:30 pmLego CrewChapters:Gaithersburg
Event Details
Come showcase your creativity at this free drop-in LEGO® program. Come up with your own amazing creations! We supply the bricks so please leave yours at home. Grades K-5 (with a
Event Details
Come showcase your creativity at this free drop-in LEGO® program. 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
31aug(aug 31)12:30 pmLego Weekend PlayChapters:Silver Spring
Event Details
Children are invited to drop in to build, create, and play with our DUPLOS (little ones) and LEGOS. We supply the blocks, so please leave yours at home. Your creations
more
Event Details
Time
(Saturday) 12:30 pm
Location
Silver Spring Library
900 Wayne Ave Silver Spring MD 20910
31aug(aug 31)2:00 pm(aug 31)2:00 pmCreative PlayChapters:Aspen Hill
Event Details
For children in preschool through kindergarten and their parent/caregiver. Drop in every Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday from 2:00-4:00 pm, for a fun-filled session of block play (Duplos and others) and
Event Details
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Aspen Hill Library
4407 Aspen Hill Rd Rockville, MD 20853
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