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Music and Memory in the African Diaspora

Migration Journeys with St. Mary's College of Maryland
2025-08-28 18:00:00 2025-08-28 19:30:00 America/New_York Music and Memory in the African Diaspora Experience how Caribbean music preserves and expresses the stories of the African Diaspora. Register to receive a reminder email or text message. Walk-ins welcome! Lexington Park Library - Meeting Room B

Thursday, August 28
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-28 18:00:00 2025-08-28 19:30:00 America/New_York Music and Memory in the African Diaspora Experience how Caribbean music preserves and expresses the stories of the African Diaspora. Register to receive a reminder email or text message. Walk-ins welcome! Lexington Park Library - Meeting Room B

Lexington Park Library

Meeting Room B

Experience how Caribbean music preserves and expresses the stories of the African Diaspora. Register to receive a reminder email or text message. Walk-ins welcome!

Explore the power of music as a vessel for memory, connection, and cultural exchange.

Speaker - Garrey Dennie, Associate Professor of History at St. Mary’s College of Maryland 

Dr. Garrey Dennie specializes in African History and African Diaspora Studies. With a background as a speechwriter for Nelson Mandela, he lectures on liberation rhetoric in South Africa and teaches courses on African and Caribbean history, as well as American slave systems. His expertise includes writing Caribbean histories for the general public, and he has published articles on significant historical moments in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, his home country.


Visit the World on the Move page on our website to learn more about the World on the Move exhibit and additional Library programming.

Migration Journeys with St. Mary’s College of Maryland is a thought-provoking series that will offer valuable insights into the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of people who have traversed our state and nation, continents and oceans. Discover St. Mary's County's rich history through diverse stories of movement, culture, and resilience from Africa, the Caribbean, and Chesapeake through the insights of expert speakers from the St. Mary's College of Maryland's Department of Anthropology on history, music, and more.

World on the Move: 250,00 years of Human Migration was developed by the American Anthropological Association, together with the Smithsonian’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage and Smithsonian Exhibits. It is administered by the American Library Association’s Public Programs Office.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy | Culture |

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Tue, Aug 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
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Upcoming events

Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
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.
Lunch at the 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.
LEGO Block Party at Lexington Park Library
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!
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
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.
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Aug 07, 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, 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.
Nintendo Switch Smackdown!
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!
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.
Registration is now closed
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.
Lunch at the Library
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.
Reptile Wonders- Saturday Afternoon @ Lexington Park - Summer Performer
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 - 2:00pm
Join us for an exciting story walk and participate in a fun wellness activity!
Lunch at the Library
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.
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.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
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!
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Aug 12, 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, 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.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
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.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
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.
Lunch at the 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.
Crafternoon at Lexington Park Library
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.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
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.
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Aug 14, 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, 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.
Three Oaks Center Outreach - Lobby Visit
Thu, Aug 14, 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, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B
Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us every second and fourth Thursday. Alternating Art and STEM activities, plus more!
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!
Lunch at the Library
Fri, Aug 15, 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.
Cooking Up Confidence: Cooking And Nutrition Workshop - For Teens And Their Caregivers
Fri, Aug 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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.
Collage and Gelli Printing Class
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
Learn how to create colorful, multi-layered, textural collage prints using Gelli plates, paint, book and magazine pages and scrapbook paper!
This event is full
Migration of the Piscataway
Sun, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Learn from Mario Harley of the Piscataway Conoy Tribe about migrations away from their historical homelands throughout the Colonial period and beyond.
Cancelled
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Mon, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.
"Exodus and Exile" A History of Modern Mass Migration
Mon, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B
Join us for a history talk and Q&A with Historian Paul Rose on the topic of mass migration in the modern world.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Aug 19, 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
Tue, Aug 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
SMCHD will be providing community members with a variety of health department resources for programs.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Aug 19, 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 - Teen Dungeons And Dragons
Tue, Aug 19, 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, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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.
World on the Move Exhibit Tour
Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Memory Lab at Lexington Park
Learn about migration histories of cultures around the world. Register to receive a reminder email, walk-ins welcome!
World on the Move Exhibit Tour
Wed, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Memory Lab at Lexington Park
Learn about migration histories of cultures around the world. Register to receive a reminder email, walk-ins welcome!
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 1-5 with their adult caregivers.
Staying, Leaving, & Adapting: Life Along Changing Coastlines
Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Did you know that nearly 40% of the world’s population lives within 100 kilometers of a coastline?
Gentle Storytime at the Lexington Park Library
Fri, Aug 22, 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.
Historic Sotterley: Day of Unity and Healing
Sat, Aug 23, All day
This year’s Day of Unity and Healing is extra special because Historic Sotterley will be hosting it on the UNESCO Day of Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition.
Petite Process Art
Mon, Aug 25, 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.
From Southern MD to Kentucky: A Stuffed Ham Journey
Tue, Aug 26, 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.
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
Wed, Aug 27, 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.
St. Mary's County Court Help Clinic
Wed, Aug 27, 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.
Three Oaks Center Outreach - Lobby Visit
Thu, Aug 28, 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, Aug 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B
Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us every second and fourth Thursday. Alternating Art and STEM activities, plus more!
Music and Memory in the African Diaspora - Migration Journeys with St. Mary's College of Maryland
Thu, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
Experience how Caribbean music preserves and expresses the stories of the African Diaspora. Register to receive a reminder email or text message. Walk-ins welcome!
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