STEAMing Through Summer

Thu, Jul 17, 9:30am - 10:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.

Book Arts: Make a Reading Journal

Thu, Jul 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.

Armor Building

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Rooms A&B

Build your own set of armor from around the world! Work together in teams or work on your own to create a suit of armor from cardboard.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Jul 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room B

Ever wonder how books are sewn? Learn how to sew your very own Reading Journal!

Registration is now closed

Spin and Sculpt Clay - Pottery on the Wheel

Fri, Jul 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.

Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Rooms A&B

Get your hands dirty and your creativity spinning!

Registration is now closed

Cooking Up Confidence: Cooking And Nutrition Workshop - For Teens And Their Caregivers

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

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.

Historic St. Mary's City at the Library!

Sun, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Meeting Rooms A&B

Calling all history lovers! Interpreters from Historic St. Mary's City will be visiting the Lexington Park Library.

Beatbox Remix: Christylez Bacon & Qi Yu @ Lexington Park - Summer Performer

Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Meeting Rooms A&B

Progressive hip-hop artist/composer Christylez Bacon is joined by guzheng (Chinese zither) artist Qi Yu for an innovative performance exploring cross-cultural collaboration through music.

The Great Migration of African Americans - Migration Journeys with St. Mary's College of Maryland

Mon, Jul 21, 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.

Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room B

A pivotal moment in U.S. history, when millions of African Americans left the rural South for urban centers in the North and West. Register to receive a reminder via email or text. Walk-ins welcome!

Tue, Jul 22, 9:30am - 10:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.

Tue, Jul 22, 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 Writing Club

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room A

Calling all teen writers! Participate in a workshop designed to improve your worldbuilding, character creation, and writing skills!

African Migration and Its Maryland Connections - Migration Journeys with St. Mary's College of Maryland

Tue, Jul 22, 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.

Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room B

Trace the story of humanity from its African roots to modern-day migrations. Register to receive a reminder email or text message. Walk-ins welcome!

Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center

Wed, Jul 23, 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.

Wed, Jul 23, 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, Jul 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.

Wed, Jul 23, 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.

LEGO Block Party at Lexington Park Library

Wed, Jul 23, 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, Jul 23, 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.

Capturing the Flavor - Spices on the Move Series

Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room B

Delve into the rich, flavorful world of herbs and spices!

Thu, Jul 24, 9:30am - 10:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.

Three Oaks Center Outreach - Lobby Visit

Thu, Jul 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.

Thu, Jul 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.

Tween/Teen Thursdays

Thu, Jul 24, 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!

Cricut Crafts: Make a Custom Apron

Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room A

Learn more about the library's Cricut Maker and practice cutting heat transfer vinyl to embellish an apron to wear while crafting, gardening, cooking, and more!

This event is full

Gentle Storytime at the Lexington Park Library

Fri, Jul 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.

St. Mary's County Dept of Aging & Human Services - Lobby Visit

Fri, Jul 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.

Fri, Jul 25, 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.

Preparing Healthy Snacks

Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Meeting Rooms A&B

Join local health and life coach, Shaniqua Cousins, as she demonstrates to families how to assemble healthy snacks as part of the More to Explore program.

The History of Ellis Island - The Island of Hope and Tears

Sat, Jul 26, 9:30am - 10:30am

Meeting Rooms A&B

"Give us your tired, your poor, your huddled masses." Join us for a history talk and Q&A with Historian Paul Rose on the topic of Ellis Island.

Sat, Jul 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Memory Lab at Lexington Park

Learn about migration histories of cultures around the world. Register to receive a reminder email, walk-ins welcome!

Preschool STEAM Fun: Color Mixing

Sat, Jul 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Memory Lab at Lexington Park

Learn about migration histories of cultures around the world. Register to receive a reminder email, walk-ins welcome!

STEAMing Through Summer

Sat, Jul 26, 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.

Sun, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Rooms A&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.

Magician Anthony Salazar @ Lexington Park - Summer Performer

Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:15am

Meeting Rooms A&B

Prepare to be amazed by Anthony Salazar, magician! This show includes award-winning sleight-of-hand magic with elaborate props, mind-reading, and music.

Mon, Jul 28, 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, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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.

Tue, Jul 29, 9:30am - 10:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.

Tue, Jul 29, 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.

From Southern MD to Kentucky: A Stuffed Ham Journey

Tue, Jul 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.

Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room B

Our speakers will explore the local tradition of stuffed ham and the migration of families from Southern Maryland to Kentucky. Walk-ins are welcome! Register to receive email/text reminders.

Veterans' Services - Lobby Visit

Wed, Jul 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.

Wed, Jul 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, Jul 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.

Wed, Jul 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.

Crafternoon at Lexington Park Library

Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room B

Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided.

Colonial Era Migration to the Chesapeake - Migration Journeys with St. Mary's College of Maryland

Wed, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room B

Discover the migration patterns of people to Maryland in the 17th and early 18th centuries. Register to receive a reminder email or text message. Walk-ins welcome!

Thu, Jul 31, 9:30am - 10:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

CareFirst Community Health Plan MD Medicaid - Lobby Visit

Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.

Thu, Jul 31, 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.

Thu, Jul 31, 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.

Thu, Jul 31, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Memory Lab at Lexington Park

Learn about migration histories of cultures around the world. Register to receive a reminder email, walk-ins welcome!

Internal Migrations within Africa and Beyond - Migration Journeys with St. Mary's College of Maryland

Thu, Jul 31, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Memory Lab at Lexington Park

Learn about migration histories of cultures around the world. Register to receive a reminder email, walk-ins welcome!

Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room B

Explore the complex movements of people within Africa and between Africa and the Americas. Register to receive a reminder email or text message. Walk-ins welcome!

Kindergarten Here We Come- Lexington Park

Fri, Aug 01, 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.

Sat, Aug 02, 10:00am - 11:30am

Meeting Rooms A&B

Is someone in your family about to start school for the very first time? Let's get ready for Kindergarten with a special school-themed storytime, crafts, and fun activities.

Registration opens Saturday, July 19 2025 at 10:00am

Lexington Park Chess Day

Sat, Aug 02, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Meeting Room A

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.

Rain Barrel Workshop

Sun, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Rooms A&B

Learn how collecting rooftop rainwater can help keep your garden beautiful!

The Navy Moves to St. Mary's County - A History of the Patuxent River Naval Air Station

Mon, Aug 04, 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 Busy with Busy Bags

Mon, Aug 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Meeting Rooms A&B

Drop by the library to make up to 5 Busy Bags—screen-free, hands-on activity kits for toddlers & preschoolers! Perfect for quiet time, travel, or play. Fun, easy, and mess-free!

Mon, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Rooms A&B

Join us for a history of Patuxent River Naval Air Station!

Tue, Aug 05, 9:30am - 10:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.

Tue, Aug 05, 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.

The Foundings of St. Mary's County - Migration Journeys with St. Mary's College of Maryland

Tue, Aug 05, 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.

Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room B

Journey through the deep prehistory of St. Mary’s County. Register to receive a reminder email or text message. Walk-ins welcome!

Wed, Aug 06, 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.

LEGO Block Party at Lexington Park Library

Wed, Aug 06, 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.

Wed, Aug 06, 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!

Thu, Aug 07, 9:30am - 10:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.

Nintendo Switch Smackdown!

Thu, Aug 07, 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.

Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Meeting Room B

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!

Tween/Teen Thursdays

Thu, Aug 07, 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!

Science of Flight: Gliders and Launchers

Thu, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room B

Explore flight in this hands-on workshop! Build gliders and puck launchers while learning about aerodynamics, lift, drag and energy using the kid-safe ChompShop cutting tool.

Gentle Storytime at the Lexington Park Library

Fri, Aug 08, 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.

Reptile Wonders- Saturday Afternoon @ Lexington Park - Summer Performer

Fri, Aug 08, 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.

Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Rooms A&B

Meet real, live reptiles from around the world! From baby tortoises to giant pythons, learn about their habitats, diet, adaptations, & behaviors.

Friends of St. Mary's County Library Children's Book Sale

Sun, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Find great reads at great prices!

AccessHealth at St. Mary's County Hospital - Lobby Visit

Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Lobby

Community health advocates will be in the lobby to talk about health and wellness services through the hospital.

Mind & Motion - Healthy St. Mary's Partnership

Mon, Aug 11, 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.

Mon, Aug 11, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Meeting Rooms A&B

Join us for an exciting story walk and participate in a fun wellness activity!

Registration opens Friday, July 25 2025 at 9:00am

Paws to Read

Mon, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 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.

Tue, Aug 12, 9:30am - 10:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Star Jars!

Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room A

It's a Star Party! The Perseid meteor shower peaks at 11pm on August 12. Bring your own jar to fill with paper stars!

Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.

Tue, Aug 12, 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.

Tue, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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.

Wed, Aug 13, 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.

Crafternoon at Lexington Park Library

Wed, Aug 13, 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.

Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room B

Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided.

Maryland’s First European Immigrants - the arrival of the first permanent English settlers

Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room B

St. Mary’s County Museum Director Karen Stone will present the story of Maryland’s first wave of immigrants – the English who came to stay in 1634.

Thu, Aug 14, 9:30am - 10:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room B

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.

Three Oaks Center Outreach - Lobby Visit

Thu, Aug 14, 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.

Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Lobby

Ancient Migrations: Our Shared Origins - Migration Journeys with St. Mary's College of Maryland

Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room B

Delve into the captivating world of ancient migrations and explore the journey of our earliest ancestors. Register to receive a reminder email or text message. Walk-ins welcome!