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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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Lexington Park Library
Phone: 301-863-8188
Hours
Mon, Aug 25 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 29 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 30 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 31 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming events

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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Play-Doh It Yourself!
Wed, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Play your own way with an hour of Play-Doh fun! Create fantastic scenes on custom Play-Doh mats, stamp a design on your Doh, or just Doh it yourself!
Student Success - Educational Resources at your Library
Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Rooms A&B
Looking to help your student thrive in school? Dealing with homeschool burnout? Learn all about Library study resources and meet other home teachers! Registration required because of arts and crafts.
Intro to 3D Printing
Sun, Sep 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Computer Lab
Learn how to make your own 3D things!
AccessHealth at St. Mary's County Hospital - Lobby Visit
Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
Community health advocates will be in the lobby to talk about health and wellness services through the hospital.
Dept. of Housing & Community Development: Energy Division - Lobby Visit
Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Lobby
Learn about free energy efficiency programs to help your household save money!
Common Thread
Tue, Sep 09, 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.
St. Mary's County Court Help Clinic
Wed, Sep 10, 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, Sep 11, 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 11, 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!
Big & Little Yoga Class
Fri, Sep 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Bring your littles along to this Big & Little yoga class! Children ages 4-10 are invited to join their caregivers at this morning yoga session.
Landscape Painting for Any Artist
Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B
Artist Meagan LeVelle will lead you through the steps of creating a beautiful landscape using acrylic paint. No prior artistic experience needed!
Celebremos el mes de la Hispanidad - Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Sat, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Let's celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month! Join us to experience music, arts & crafts, photo wall, sweet treats, and more to celebrate the rich culture of the Hispanic community.
Cooking Up Confidence
Mon, Sep 15, 3:45pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A
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.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Sep 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
Tue, Sep 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.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Sep 16, 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.
Growing Up Different: Navigating Disability in the '60s-'70s
Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Meet Cheryl Knott, St. Mary's County native with a unique perspective on the history of the county.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 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, 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.
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.
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