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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: | Life Skills | History & Genealogy |

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Phone: 301-863-8188
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Tue, May 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
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Upcoming events

Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, May 15, 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 Lexington Park Library
Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.
Cancelled
Tween/Teen Thursday
Thu, May 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens and tweens are invited to join us at themed hangouts, the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month! Main activities will rotate between art and STEAM options.
Tracks & Stacks: Build-a-Thon!
Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A
Calling all young engineers! You are invited to design a train track, stack some magnets, and explore the joys of building at the library!
Miniature Painting Workshop
Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
Learn the process of painting miniatures for enjoyment, recreation, and for tabletop games! Paint your own custom miniatures. The Library will provide the supplies, bring your designs and imagination.
Veterans Book Group
Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
A book discussion series for veterans led by Vietnam veteran Wayne Karlin. Registration required; space is limited. For more information contact Kimberlé Fields at 301-863-8188 or kfields@stmalib.org.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, May 20, 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 Lexington Park Library
Tue, May 20, 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, May 20, 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.
Afterschool Adventurer's Club
Tue, May 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
A monthly adventure of tabletop fun for teens!
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, May 21, 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.
Cancelled
CareFirst Community Health Plan MD Medicaid - Lobby Visit
Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm
CareFirst will have information on Medicaid, including how to sign up for Medicaid in Maryland, helpful resources, and free giveaway items.
St. Mary's County Court Help Clinic
Wed, May 21, 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 Lexington Park Library
Thu, May 22, 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 Lexington Park Library
Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-3 with their adult caregivers.
Three Oaks Center Outreach - Lobby Visit
Thu, May 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby
The Three Oaks Center will connect those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to resources in the tri county that can help them with benefits, mental health, substance abuse, housing, and more.
Cancelled
Three Oaks Center Outreach - Lobby Visit
Thu, May 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Three Oaks Center will connect those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to resources in the tri county that can help them with benefits, mental health, substance abuse, housing, and more.
Tween/Teen Thursday
Thu, May 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B
Teens and tweens are invited to join us at themed hangouts, the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month! Main activities will rotate between art and STEAM options.
Gentle Storytime at the Lexington Park Library - 2nd and 4th Friday of the month
Fri, May 23, 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.
Asthma & Me @ Lexington Park Library - Presented by the St. Mary's County Health Department
Fri, May 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Celebrate Asthma Awareness Month with a special storytime from our friends at the Health Department!
Destress with Diamond Art
Sat, May 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Come to the library and relax with the popular diamond painting craft.
This event is full
Cancelled
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, May 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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.
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
Wed, May 28, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange.
Veterans' Services - Lobby Visit
Wed, May 28, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Lobby
A representative of the Maryland Dept. of Labor will be in the lobby to connect veterans and the general public to employment services.
St. Mary's County Court Help Clinic
Wed, May 28, 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.
Youth Common Thread
Wed, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B
Beginners and expert crafters alike are invited to join us for Youth Common Thread!
Cancelled
Tween/Teen Thursday
Thu, May 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens and tweens are invited to join us at themed hangouts, the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month! Main activities will rotate between art and STEAM options.
Tabletop Hangout
Sat, May 31, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Saturday Afternoon Tabletop Gaming Hangout! Open tables to play card games, TTRPGs, tabletop games and more!
A Renaissance Day Celebration
Sat, Jun 07, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Longfellow Room,Meeting Rooms A&B
Enjoy a memorable day filled with laughter, art, and historical discovery with demonstrations from the Barony of Dun Carraig, the Southern Maryland chapter of the Society for Creative Anachonism!
AccessHealth at St. Mary's County Hospital - Lobby Visit
Mon, Jun 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
Community health advocates will be in the lobby to talk about health and wellness services through the hospital.
Common Thread
Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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 Sunday, June 1 2025 at 9:00am
The Lights are not Safe
Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Karen Stone, Division Manager of the St. Mary's County Museums, will give a special seminar highlighting the role of the Potomac River and lighthouses during the American Civil War.
Three Oaks Center Outreach - Lobby Visit
Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby
The Three Oaks Center will connect those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to resources in the tri county that can help them with benefits, mental health, substance abuse, housing, and more.
Cancelled
Three Oaks Center Outreach - Lobby Visit
Thu, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Three Oaks Center will connect those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to resources in the tri county that can help them with benefits, mental health, substance abuse, housing, and more.
Mr. Jon Concert- Friday Afternoon - Summer Performer
Fri, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Join musician Mr. Jon and his puppet friend George the Monkey for a high-energy family concert, and come ready to DANCE!
Lexington Park Chess Day
Sat, Jun 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B
An all-ages chess social hang-out! Drop in and out to play as needed, no experience required. Staff will be available to assist those who haven't played before.
Veterans Book Group
Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room B
A book discussion series for veterans led by Vietnam veteran Wayne Karlin. Registration required; space is limited. For more information contact Kimberlé Fields at 301-863-8188 or kfields@stmalib.org.
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