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A photo collage featuring black and white and color photos of people, movie reels, CDs, floppy disks, and more with the St. Mary's County Library 75th logo at the center

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Milestones & Memories

Preserving Our Past
2025-10-18 10:00:00 2025-10-18 11:30:00 America/New_York Milestones & Memories In honor of our library's 75th anniversary, learn the importance of preserving your family's personal histories! Register for text/email reminders. Walk-ins welcome Lexington Park Library - Meeting Room B

Saturday, October 18
10:00am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2025-10-18 10:00:00 2025-10-18 11:30:00 America/New_York Milestones & Memories In honor of our library's 75th anniversary, learn the importance of preserving your family's personal histories! Register for text/email reminders. Walk-ins welcome Lexington Park Library - Meeting Room B

Lexington Park Library

Meeting Room B

In honor of our library's 75th anniversary, learn the importance of preserving your family's personal histories! Register for text/email reminders. Walk-ins welcome

Explore the library's Memory Lab where you can digitize your cherished memories. Discover how to contribute your stories to our community's collective history through oral storytelling and memorabilia collection. Learn how you can conduct your own oral history project to share your family history with future generations.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology | History & Genealogy |

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Lexington Park Library
Phone: 301-863-8188
Hours
Mon, Sep 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 19 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 21 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming events

Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Sep 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.
Story and Stay at Lexington Park Library
Fri, Sep 19, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
StickerFest
Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Stick, swap, and create at StickerFest! Trade stickers, get a free sticker book, and design your own with markers or Cricut. A perfect event for sticker lovers of all ages!
Our SoMD History-A Tapestry of Many Voices - The Big Conversation
Sun, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Parish Hall
(in person at Middleham & St. Peter's Parish)
Register
My School Year Treasure Box
Sun, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Kick off the school year with a memory treasure box that can be updated throughout the year.
This event is full
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Sep 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.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Sep 23, 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 - Tween/Teen Dungeons And Dragons
Tue, Sep 23, 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.
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
Wed, Sep 24, 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.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Sep 24, 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 Court Help Clinic
Wed, Sep 24, 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.
Ancient Migrations: Our Shared Origins - Migration Journeys with St. Mary's College of Maryland
Wed, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A
Delve into the captivating world of ancient migrations and explore the journey of our earliest ancestors.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Sep 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.
Three Oaks Center Outreach - Lobby Visit
Thu, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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!
Wear Your Research, on a Button! - Button-Making from Database Sources
Thu, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
Learn research skills using our free online resources to celebrate National Cooking Day!
Story and Stay at Lexington Park Library
Fri, Sep 26, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
Lexington Park Chess Day
Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Lotería (Bingo) for Everyone! Bilingual Spanish & English
Sun, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
It’s a family event! All ages can have fun learning Spanish while playing Loteria, a fun Bingo game. Fun prizes for the winners!
Art to Unwind
Mon, Sep 29, 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 an opportunity to try something new.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Sep 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Sep 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.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Sep 30, 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.
Nintendo Switch Smackdown
Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
Can you win the challenge? Test your skills in Nintendo Switch games and determine who's the best at games such as Smash Bros, Mario Kart, and more!
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
Pasta Towers
Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Test your architectural skills with pasta! Build the tallest tower with uncooked spaghetti noodles and marshmallows. Bring a friend to share the fun!
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
How Poetry Brings History to the Present Mind - Kin: Rooted in Hope
Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
Each year, thousands of Marylanders read one book as a community. This year, the theme is “What We Collect/What We Tell”. Participants will meet to discuss the book and write their own poems.
Story and Stay at Lexington Park Library
Fri, Oct 03, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Oct 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Oct 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.
Dept. of Housing & Community Development: Energy Division - Lobby Visit
Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Learn about free energy efficiency programs to help your household save money!
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
Crafting Connections - DIY Community Showcase
Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
Celebrate the fall season with a festive event filled with creativity, connection, and hands-on fun! Registration required due to limited supplies.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Oct 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.
Energy Efficiency Programs - Save Energy, Save Money
Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room B
Learn about FREE energy efficiency programs for Maryland residents!
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Oct 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Three Oaks Center Outreach - Lobby Visit
Thu, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 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!
Story and Stay at Lexington Park Library
Fri, Oct 10, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
LexiCon - Origins
Sat, Oct 11, All day
Meeting Rooms A&B
LexiCon is an event for people of all ages who love comic books, science fiction, fantasy, gaming, and superheroes! Join us for trivia, an obstacle course for kids, a cosplay contest, and prizes!
Bluey & Me
Sun, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Have a whackadoo good time inspired by Bluey and friends!
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Oct 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Oct 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.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 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 Wednesday, October 1 2025 at 9:00am
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Oct 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.
CareFirst Community Health Plan MD Medicaid - Lobby Visit
Wed, Oct 15, 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.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Oct 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
Franken-Squishy
Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B
Create spooky-cute squishies at Franken-Squishy! Cut, paint, and redesign old or new squishies with Halloween flair. All materials provided—costumes welcome!
Registration opens Thursday, October 2 2025 at 9:00am
Story and Stay at Lexington Park Library
Fri, Oct 17, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Children's Area
Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
Tie Dye Block Party- Fall Fashion
Fri, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B
Tie Dye Block Party... IN THE FALL!? Teens and Tweens can bring one item of their own to be dyed, or snag one here that we provide from various accessories.
Milestones & Memories - Preserving Our Past
Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B
In honor of our library's 75th anniversary, learn the importance of preserving your family's personal histories! Register for text/email reminders. Walk-ins welcome
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