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Book cover of The Barber Family: From Slavery, Through Segregation and the Civil Rights Movement, Four Generations in St. Mary's County, by Donald M. Barber and David G. Brown. The cover features a photo of a large white structure with a red roof and thre

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A Family History: The Barber Family in St. Mary's County
2024-10-20 14:00:00 2024-10-20 15:30:00 America/New_York A Family History: The Barber Family in St. Mary's County The Barber Family has lived in St. Mary's County for generations. Learn about their life from post-slavery through the 1964 Civil Rights Act, as told by Historic Sotterley descendant Donald Barber. Lexington Park Library - Meeting Rooms A&B

Sunday, October 20
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-20 14:00:00 2024-10-20 15:30:00 America/New_York A Family History: The Barber Family in St. Mary's County The Barber Family has lived in St. Mary's County for generations. Learn about their life from post-slavery through the 1964 Civil Rights Act, as told by Historic Sotterley descendant Donald Barber. Lexington Park Library - Meeting Rooms A&B

Lexington Park Library

Meeting Rooms A&B

The Barber Family has lived in St. Mary's County for generations. Learn about their life from post-slavery through the 1964 Civil Rights Act, as told by Historic Sotterley descendant Donald Barber.

Join co-authors Donald Barber and David Brown for an interactive discussion of their new book: The Barber Family: From Slavery, Through Segregation, and The Civil Rights Movement. Come with questions for Mr. Barber about his life, his family, and the history of St. Mary's County!

Authors will be available for book signing after the event. Copies of the book will be available for purchase; payment may be in the form of cash, check, or credit card. Email MuseumStore@Sotterley.org to arrange a purchase in advance.

A Family History: The Barber Family in St. Mary's County is a hybrid event. If you are planning to attend virtually, be sure to register for the event to receive a link to the online session. In-person walk-ins welcome. All registrants will receive a Zoom link before the session.

Sponsored by UCAC, NAACP 7025, and Historic Sotterley.

   

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Lifelong Learning | History & Genealogy |

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Phone: 301-863-8188
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Tue, Dec 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
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Fri, Dec 20 9:00AM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming events

Baby Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Thu, Dec 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Toddler Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Thu, Dec 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.
Tween/Teen Thursday
Thu, Dec 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B
Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us for weekly-themed hangouts! Games, art, music and more in store.
Lego Mania
Fri, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces!
Tracks & Stacks: Build-a-Thon!
Sat, Dec 28, 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms A&B
Calling all young engineers! You are invited to design a train track, stack some magnets, and explore the joys of building at the library!
Crafternoon - Fun With 3D Pens
Mon, Dec 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Visit the library to make a craft with our 3D Pens. This program is intended for upper elementary aged children and tweens. Please register every member of your family that is attending. 
Baby Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Tue, Dec 31, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Toddler Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Tue, Dec 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.
Noon Years Eve at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
All the fun of a New Year's Eve party for our young friends with early bedtimes! Countdown to a Happy NOON Year with silly songs, creative crafts, and awesome activities.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun For Preschoolers
Tue, Dec 31, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Join us for learning-based crafts, games, and activities as we play our way to developing valuable school readiness skills such as fine motor control, following directions, and group participation.
Baby Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Thu, Jan 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Toddler Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.
Tween/Teen Thursday
Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B
Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us for weekly-themed hangouts! Games, art, music and more in store.
Gentle Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Fri, Jan 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned for individuals ages 1-5 who prefer a quieter atmosphere; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
STEAMing Through Winter
Fri, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Tackle challenging STEAM activities while laughing, learning and discovering the joy in every scientific twist and turn. 
Mixed Media Art Collage
Sat, Jan 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Making art can feel overwhelming at times, but we deserve to see our art on the wall! Come and create a collage using watercolor-painted paper. You'll be delighted with what you can make!
Onyx Storm: Fan Theories
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B
Let's discuss fan theories before the release of Onyx Storm, the 3rd book from the Empyrean book series by Rebecca Yarros!
Adventures in Art - Painting Under the Table
Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Join us for a fun and creative art program inspired by the legendary Michelangelo!
Registration opens Sunday, December 22 2024 at 9:00am
Baby Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jan 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Toddler Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room B
Join us for learning-based crafts, games, and activities as we play our way to developing valuable school readiness skills such as fine motor control, following directions, and group participation.
Get Tech Smart: Drop-In
Tue, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
Drop in during this open session to get all your tech and computer skill questions answered!
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
Baby Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Thu, Jan 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Toddler Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.
Tween/Teen Thursday
Thu, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B
Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us for weekly-themed hangouts! Games, art, music and more in store.
Student Success - Educational Resources at your Library
Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Looking to help your student thrive in school? Dealing with homeschool burnout? Parents can benefit from learning about all the resources the Library has to offer!
Introduction to 3D Printing
Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab
Have you ever wanted something 3D printed at the library, but weren't sure how? Now is your chance to learn!
Tweengineers: Paper Airplane Challenge!
Mon, Jan 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B
How do you make the best paper airplane? What's the best paper? What's the best design? The only way to find out is to bring in the best Tweengineers to test it out!
Build Your Budget - A Hands-On Workshop
Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
Want to feel in control of your money? Join us for an interactive workshop to build your own budget!
Baby Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jan 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Toddler Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.
Be Your Best Self at School - What To Do When You Experience Conflict
Tue, Jan 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A
We don't always get along with everyone.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room B
Join us for learning-based crafts, games, and activities as we play our way to developing valuable school readiness skills such as fine motor control, following directions, and group participation.
Common Thread
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room B
Whether you have been creating for years or just started on your journey, join fellow crafters who love all things fabric and fiber.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 1 2025 at 9:00am
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
A storytime where sitting is optional, and activities are designed for kids with extra energy. Planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
St. Mary's County Dept of Aging & Human Services - Lobby Visit
Wed, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby
SMCDAHS will be providing community members information regarding programs and services available to the county's senior residents, as well as other segments of the population in need.
St. Mary's County Court Help Clinic
Wed, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Longfellow Room
The St. Mary’s County Circuit Court offers a free Family Law Self Help Legal Clinic to provide legal assistance/advice regarding family law.
Baby Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Thu, Jan 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Introduction to Apple (iOS) Mobile Device Basics
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab
Do you have an Apple device and don't know what to do next? Complete this workshop to get a $10 gift card!
Toddler Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.
Tween/Teen Thursday
Thu, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B
Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us for weekly-themed hangouts! Games, art, music and more in store.
Gentle Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Fri, Jan 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned for individuals ages 1-5 who prefer a quieter atmosphere; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
Preschool STEAM Fun: Color Mixing
Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
Let's be scientists & investigate color mixing! Predict, observe, test, collect data, & have lots of fun as we learn about primary colors & secondary colors and how they combine.
Registration opens Sunday, January 5 2025 at 2:00pm
Baby Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jan 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Toddler Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room B
Join us for learning-based crafts, games, and activities as we play our way to developing valuable school readiness skills such as fine motor control, following directions, and group participation.
Afterschool Adventurer's Club
Tue, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
A monthly get together for tabletop gaming aimed at teens with a persistent world.
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