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Día del Niño

Day of the Child
2025-04-30 18:00:00 2025-04-30 19:30:00 America/New_York Día del Niño Come celebrate Día del Niño/Day of the Child with crafts and activities. One free book per child while supplies last. Lexington Park Library - Meeting Room B

Wednesday, April 30
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-30 18:00:00 2025-04-30 19:30:00 America/New_York Día del Niño Come celebrate Día del Niño/Day of the Child with crafts and activities. One free book per child while supplies last. Lexington Park Library - Meeting Room B

Lexington Park Library

Meeting Room B

Come celebrate Día del Niño/Day of the Child with crafts and activities. One free book per child while supplies last.

El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a celebration every day of children, families, and reading that culminates yearly on April 30. Día del Niño is a nationally recognized initiative that emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. 

Ven a celebrar el Día del Niño con manualidades y actividades. Un libro gratis por niño hasta agotar existencias.

El día de los niños/El día de los libros, comúnmente conocido como Día, es una celebración diaria de los niños, las familias y la lectura que culmina anualmente el 30 de abril. El Día del Niño es un evento/iniciativa reconocido a nivel nacional que enfatiza la importancia de la alfabetización para todos los niños de todos los orígenes lingüísticos y culturales.

AGE GROUP: | General Audience |

EVENT TYPE: | Play & Activities | En Español | Books & Reading | Bilingual |

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Lexington Park Library
Phone: 301-863-8188
Hours
Mon, Apr 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 23 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 24 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 25 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 26 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 27 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming events

Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 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, Apr 25, 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.
Behind the Scenes! - St. Mary's County Library 75th Anniversary Kickoff
Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 4:00pm
2025 is our 75th Anniversary! April is also National Library Month! We're celebrating all things St. Mary's County Library this month to kick off our celebratory year.
Comic Book Bonanza: Swap, Sketch, and Socialize
Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Longfellow Room,Meeting Rooms A&B
Bring your love for comics and your creativity to join us for a fun-filled day where the library is giving away our used adult graphic novels. Pick up your favorites in trade paperback or hardcover.
Environmental Meet & Greet - Sustainability Fair
Sun, Apr 27, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Lobby
Meet with a variety of local "green" organizations that are helping preserve the natural beauty of Southern Maryland!
Found Object Art Workshop - Sustainability Fair
Sun, Apr 27, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B
Do you love finding ways to reuse items that might otherwise get thrown away? Have you ever wanted to create art? In this program, you can do both!
Creature Feature: Live Turtles, Frogs, Snakes, & More! - Sustainability Fair
Sun, Apr 27, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A
Meet real, live reptiles & amphibians!
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 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.
Credit 101 - Healthy Finances Workshop
Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
Improving or establishing credit doesn't have to be confusing!
Veterans' Services - Lobby Visit
Wed, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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.
Beacon of Hope Pop Up - Lobby Visit
Wed, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lobby
Beacon of Hope Recovery Community Center team members will be on site to exchange positivity and engage on everyday wellness fun facts.
St. Mary's County Court Help Clinic
Wed, Apr 30, 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.
Día del Niño - Day of the Child
Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
Come celebrate Día del Niño/Day of the Child with crafts and activities. One free book per child while supplies last.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, May 01, 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 01, 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 01, 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.
Free Movie Screening of "Free for All: The Public Library" - Literacy
Fri, May 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
This film explores the history and impact of public libraries in shaping our lives. Join us for an engaging discussion about the incredible ways the library helps us learn, connect, and grow together.
Bike Rodeo: Safety Stampede - at Lexington Park Elementary
Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Parking Lot
This event has been rescheduled for May 3, 2025 due to inclement weather.
Project Butterfly & Bumblebee - Citizen Science
Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B
Susan Polsky, from the Association of Southern Maryland Beekeepers, will teach us how to help the state increase pollinator habitats. Register to receive email or text reminders! Walk-In's welcome!
Veterans Book Group
Sat, May 03, 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.
Menopause Matters | La Menopausia Importa
Sun, May 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room B
Take control of your health and well-being during menopause! This session will be bilingual ¡Tome el control de su salud y bienestar durante la menopausia! Esta sesión será bilingüe.
Plant Swap & Share at the Community Garden
Sun, May 04, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
This free event offers both experienced and new gardeners a chance to start a robust garden - with both native plants and veggies!
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, May 06, 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 06, 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 06, 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.
Selling Your First Home Q&A
Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
Ask the simple and difficult questions about selling a home. Register for email/text reminders. Walk-in's welcome!
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, May 07, 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.
Zine-Making: Fannish and Alternative Culture
Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B
Make your own mini zine with us! Learn about how zines were created and used by both marginalized and fannish communities pre-Internet and get a chance to design one of your own.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, May 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
St. Mary's County Health Department - Lobby Visit
Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
SMCHD will be providing community members with a variety of health department resources for programs.
Toddler Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, May 08, 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 08, 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 08, 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 08, 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.
Conceptos básicos de ciberseguridad
Thu, May 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Computer Lab
¡Aprenda cómo protegerse y proteger su información en línea!
Gentle Storytime at the Lexington Park Library - 2nd and 4th Friday of the month
Fri, May 09, 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.
Cricut Crafts: Custom Tote Bag
Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B
Come learn more about the library's Cricut Maker and practice cutting heat transfer vinyl to embellish a tote bag to take home!
Registration opens Saturday, April 26 2025 at 10:00am
Mother's Day Craft: Birdfeeder
Sun, May 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
Join us to make birdfeeders to put up in your own backyard!
AccessHealth at St. Mary's County Hospital - Lobby Visit
Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
Community health advocates will be in the lobby to talk about health and wellness services through the hospital.
Paws to Read
Mon, May 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Area
Therapy animals from Pets on Wheels are visiting the library! Friends of all ages are invited to practice reading with a furry friend, or just enjoy some pets and snuggles.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, May 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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.
Common Thread
Tue, May 13, 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.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, May 14, 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 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
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
A workshop to teach attendees the process of painting miniatures for enjoyment, recreation, and for tabletop gaming.
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.
CareFirst Community Health Plan MD Medicaid - Lobby Visit
Wed, May 21, 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.
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!
Registration opens Wednesday, May 7 2025 at 9:00am
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.
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