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  • The South Bowie Branch Library will be temporarily closed starting Sunday, October 11, for ceiling repairs.
    The anticipated reopening is mid-November. Nearby alternative locations include Bowie, Largo-Kettering, and Upper Marlboro branch libraries.
  • La Biblioteca de South Bowie cerrará temporalmente a partir del 11 de octubre para realizar reparaciones en el techo. Se estima abrir nuevamente a mediados de noviembre. Las bibliotecas más cercanas a las que pueden acudir son las siguientes: Bowie, Largo-Kettering y Upper Marlboro.

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Lunch and Learn: "Always Carry Salt" by Samantha Ellis - Co-presented with the Prince George's County Office of Human Rights
Tue, Oct 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Branch
This fall, grab your favorite lunch at noon and tune in to virtual conversations with the Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights and the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System on topics from repairing the effects of racial injustice to fighting for equitable access to recovering from exile and loss. Let’s learn together!
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2-3
Tue, Oct 20, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt - Program Room
Bring your toddler for a joyful session of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging experience is perfect for sparking imagination and fostering a love of reading in little ones.
Registration is now closed
Homeschool Hangout
Tue, Oct 20, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Largo-Kettering - Entrepreneur Lab
Homeschool families! Socialize, play games, and do a craft or STEM project. Activities change each month.
Registration is now closed
Pins and Needles: Knitting - Held in Learning Lab
Tue, Oct 20, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Connect with others in your community who share your love for needlecraft! Bring your current project and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while exchanging tips, ideas, and conversation.
Registration is now closed
Confident with AI: A Job Search Series - Use AI to Assess Your Qualifications - Presented by Library2Go: Career Connector
Tue, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Southern Area Aquatics and Recreation Complex - 13601 Missouri Ave, Brandywine, MD 20613
Learn how to use a free AI tool as a "second opinion" before you apply. Use AI to compare your resume against a real job posting to spot genuine matches and gaps. Participants leave knowing how to get honest, specific feedback on their fit for a role, while understanding exactly where AI's judgment should be questioned. This is one session of a four part series. Feel free to attend one or all.
Registration is now closed
Film Discussion: Mysteries and Mayhem - You Solve It!
Tue, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Can you solve the crime before the detective? Come test your sleuthing skills at our monthly interactive screening of a TV cozy mystery.
Registration is now closed
ASL Conversation Club: Intermediate
Tue, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Take your ASL skills to the next level by practicing with fellow intermediate learners in a friendly and engaging setting. Registration is required, and details on how to connect virtually will be provided later.
Registration is now closed
English Conversation Club
Tue, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Learning to speak English? Enhance your skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in English. Once registered you will receive a reminder email.
Registration is now closed
Teen Zone
Tue, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, unwind with video games, crafts, and plenty of other fun activities! Curious about upcoming events? Just ask a Bowie Branch staff member for the latest Teen Zone updates! For ages 13+
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Technology Help - Upper Level Public Computers
Tue, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Have tech questions? Bring them to the library! Get help with using technology for daily life, learning English online, job hunting, and exploring online resources. Registration is encouraged, with appointments available based on availability—first come, first served.
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Basic Computer Skills for Beginners - 4-day Computer Course
Tue, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
New to using computers? Do you need a refresher? This beginner's course for adults will introduce you to some basic computer terminology and lead you through practice activities to help you develop your digital literacy skills. Most importantly, you will gain the confidence you need to make effective use of your computer.
Registration is now closed
Sew it Seams: Open Sewing Lab - Held in the Tech Lab
Tue, Oct 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
New Carrollton
Prerequisites: Completion of 1-hr Sewing Certification and can sew independently. Click on the title of the program to view and complete the interest form.
Chess Club
Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Registration is now closed
Kids Achieve Club - Ayuda con la Tarea
Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Get the support you need with homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. This is a great opportunity to boost your skills and gain confidence in your abilities. This program is especially useful for English Language Learner students but all are welcome.
Registration is now closed
Game On
Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Art Room
Gear up for an exciting time filled with friendly competition! Bring your favorite game or enjoy one from our collection—there’s something for everyone!
Registration is now closed
Needlework Social
Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Join us for Needlework Social where you can bring in any needlecraft you are working on while getting to know those around you.
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Craft and Create: Cardboard Creatures
Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Unleash your creativity while learning new crafting skills! With step-by-step guidance, you’ll create something unique and have fun along the way.
Kids Achieve Club - Ayuda con la Tarea
Tue, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Get the support you need with homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. This is a great opportunity to boost your skills and gain confidence in your abilities. This program is especially useful for English Language Learner students but all are welcome.
Registration is now closed
Teen Action Group (TAG)
Tue, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Earn community service hours while making a real impact! Join TAG to contribute to your community, meet new friends, and have your voice heard at the library.
Registration is now closed
Pins and Needles: Crochet Club
Tue, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Explore the art of crocheting in this hands-on workshop. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is the perfect place to learn and get creative.
Registration is now closed
Spanish Conversation Club: Beginner
Tue, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Learning to speak Spanish? Enhance your Spanish skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in Spanish. Once registered you will receive a reminder email.
Registration is now closed
Story Explorers: Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagles Reading Ambassadors
Tue, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Laurel - Computer Lab
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Registration is now closed
Game On: New Adult Game Spotlight - This Game Is Killer
Tue, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Come test out this fun semi-cooperative horror game where survival means trusting no one--not even those closest to you. (Ages 20-26)
Registration is now closed
Cenaes: Spanish Literacy
Tue, Oct 20, 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 2
Cenaes ofrece clases de Alfabetización en español. Para aprender más sobre la organización visite: https://www.cenaes.org/. Para inscribirse llame a Cenaes al 202-607-3901. Cenaes offers Spanish literacy classes. To learn more about the organization visit https://www.cenaes.org/ To register call Cenaes at 202-607-3901.
Black Voices Book Discussion: "No Sense in Wishing" by Lawrence Burney
Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Share your thoughts, explore new perspectives, and dive into lively conversation about books centered on Black voices. This month we are discussing this year's One Maryland, One Book selection: "No Sense in Wishing" by Lawrence Burney.
Get Hired: Interview Techniques - Presented by Maryland Department of Labor
Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Beltsville - LifeLab
Learn practical interview techniques to help you succeed in today’s job market. This program covers interview preparation, common questions, professional communication, and interview do’s and don’ts. Participants will build confidence and gain strategies for pursuing a new job or transitioning into a new career.
Discover: Hands-Only CPR and AED Training - Presented by Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department Hospital
Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Learn lifesaving skills in this Hands-Only CPR and AED workshop presented by the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department. Participants will learn how to respond in a cardiac emergency and practice simple, effective CPR techniques that could help save a life. No certification is provided.
This event is full
English Conversation Club
Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Large Meeting Room
Learning to speak English? Enhance your skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in English. Once registered you will receive a reminder email.
Legos: Creative Club - Held by the tables by the large windows
Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Build, create, and explore with legos! With plenty of pieces and endless possibilities, kids can let their imaginations take the lead in this freestyle building session.
Solidarity Stories: "Infinite Country"
Tue, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mixt Food Hall - 3809 Rhode Island Ave, Brentwood, MD 20722
Join the Mount Rainier Branch Library and Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights for our monthly book club! This month we hope you can join us as we discuss "Infinite Country" by Patricia Engel.
Needlework Social: Knitting and Crocheting
Tue, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Connect with others in your community who share your love for needlecraft! Work on your current project and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while exchanging tips, ideas, and conversation. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
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