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Purposeful Play

Serious Fun for Preschoolers
2025-05-13 16:00:00 2025-05-13 16:45:00 America/New_York Purposeful Play 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. Lexington Park Library - Meeting Rooms A&B

Tuesday, May 13
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-13 16:00:00 2025-05-13 16:45:00 America/New_York Purposeful Play 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. Lexington Park Library - Meeting Rooms A&B

Lexington Park Library

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.

Activities are designed with preschoolers in mind and vary week to week. No registration required. 

AGE GROUP: | Preschool |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Play & Activities | Books & Reading |

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Lexington Park Library
Phone: 301-863-8188
Hours
We're closed Monday May 26 due to Memorial Day
Mon, May 26 Closed
(Memorial Day)
Tue, May 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 30 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 31 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 01 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

If you need special accommodations for any Library event or program, please submit our Accommodations Request form as soon as possible.

Upcoming events

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!
Registration is now closed
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 Anachronism!
Honoring the Divine Nine - A Southern Maryland Juneteenth Event
Sun, Jun 08, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Join us as we celebrate the rich history of local alumni chapters of Black fraternities and sororities. Register to receive an event reminder!
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 - Danger on the Potomac during the American Civil War
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.
Tween/Teen Thursdays
Thu, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us every second and fourth Thursday. Alternating Art and STEM activities, plus more!
Mr. Jon Concert- Friday Afternoon @ Lexington Park - 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.
Intro to 3D Printing
Sun, Jun 15, 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!
Lunch at the Library
Mon, Jun 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.
Get Creative with Perler & Biggie Beads!
Mon, Jun 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Come join us for some hands-on crafting fun! Whether you're a seasoned fuse bead artist or trying it for the first time, we'll have everything you need to design and create your own masterpieces.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jun 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.
Lunch at the Library
Tue, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.
ChompSaw - Kids, Come Try Out Our New Cardboard ChompSaw and Tools
Tue, Jun 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Families can safely test it out by making a small take home project. Quick, easy and fun for everyone 5 and up.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 3 2025 at 9:00am
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Jun 17, 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.
After-School Adventurer's Club
Tue, Jun 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
No experience needed! Characters will be provided or you can make your own ahead of time! We'll have a D&D 5e Game every time, while we may have new games to teach as well.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Jun 18, 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.
CareFirst Community Health Plan MD Medicaid - Lobby Visit
Wed, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Lobby
CareFirst will have information on Medicaid, including how to sign up for Medicaid in Maryland, helpful resources, and free giveaway items.
Lunch at the Library
Wed, Jun 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.
Teen Summer Kick Off Party
Wed, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Pizza, Previews, and Play! Come see the fun ahead this summer at Lexington Park Library as we goof off and kick off the season right.
St. Mary's County Court Help Clinic
Wed, Jun 18, 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.
Opera Bears @ Lexington Park - Summer Performer
Fri, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Rooms A&B
Puppets + Opera = FUN! The puppet bears Grizzelina & Grizzelino (and their human friends from Maryland Opera) sing, play, and share all the ways that opera is a delightful way to tell a story.
Lunch at the Library
Fri, Jun 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.
Art for Anyone - Inspired by Andrea Nelson
Sat, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
Have you ever wanted to try watercolor painting, but didn't know where to start? Come join us as we explore the art of watercolor through the tutorials of Art Influencer, Andrea Nelson.
Lunch at the Library
Mon, Jun 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.
Fuse Beads - Kids, Try Out Our Fuse Bead Kits
Mon, Jun 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Drop in to make a fuse bead creation. Ages 4 and up
Registration opens Monday, June 9 2025 at 9:00am
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jun 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.
Lunch at the Library
Tue, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.
Nintendo Switch Smackdown!
Tue, Jun 24, 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Computer Lab
Can you win the challenge? Snacks and goodies as we play Nintendo Switch games and determine who's the best at games such as Smash Bros, Mario Kart, and more!
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Jun 24, 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.
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
Wed, Jun 25, 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, Jun 25, 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.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Jun 25, 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.
Lunch at the Library
Wed, Jun 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.
LEGO Block Party at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces!
St. Mary's County Court Help Clinic
Wed, Jun 25, 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, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B,Meeting Rooms A&B
Beginners and expert crafters alike are invited to join us for Youth Common Thread!
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Jun 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.
Lunch at the Library
Thu, Jun 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.
Three Oaks Center Outreach - Lobby Visit
Thu, Jun 26, 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.
Spin and Sculpt - Kids, Try Out A Pottery Wheel!
Thu, Jun 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Make a small clay pot on our pottery wheel
Registration opens Thursday, June 12 2025 at 9:00am
Cancelled
Three Oaks Center Outreach - Lobby Visit
Thu, Jun 26, 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 Thursdays
Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us every second and fourth Thursday. Alternating Art and STEM activities, plus more!
Gentle Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Fri, Jun 27, 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.
Lunch at the Library
Fri, Jun 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.
Food and Life Workshop - For Teens and Caregivers
Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Rooms A&B
The kitchen comes to the library with a cooking demonstration mixed with wellness! This series will help teach vital skills to tweens, teens, and their caretakers.
Spin and Sculpt Clay - Pottery on the Wheel
Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Get your hands dirty and your creativity spinning!
Registration opens Monday, June 2 2025 at 9:00am
Lunch at the Library
Mon, Jun 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.
Petite Process Art
Mon, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B
Art doesn't have to be intimidating, or time consuming. Instead, it can be a chance to explore creativity, the ability to make mistakes, and even an opportunity to engage in meditation.
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