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Book Arts: Make a Reading Journal
2026-03-14 10:00:00 2026-03-14 12:00:00 America/New_York Book Arts: Make a Reading Journal Learn a traditional bookbinding technique as you sew and customize a reading journal that reflects your personality. Walk-in's welcome. Registration recommended for text and email reminders! Lexington Park Library - Meeting Rooms A&B

Saturday, March 14
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-14 10:00:00 2026-03-14 12:00:00 America/New_York Book Arts: Make a Reading Journal Learn a traditional bookbinding technique as you sew and customize a reading journal that reflects your personality. Walk-in's welcome. Registration recommended for text and email reminders! Lexington Park Library - Meeting Rooms A&B

Lexington Park Library

Meeting Rooms A&B

Learn a traditional bookbinding technique as you sew and customize a reading journal that reflects your personality. Walk-in's welcome. Registration recommended for text and email reminders!

If you enjoy this event, be on the lookout for our upcoming "DIY: Pockets for Journals" program and the "Advanced Book Arts" workshop to further enhance your bookmaking skills and personalize your journaling experience!

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Life Skills | Health & Wellness | Arts & Crafts |

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Lexington Park Library
Phone: 301-863-8188
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Mon, Dec 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 19 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 20 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 21 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Dec 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all children welcome with their adult caregivers.
Adult Afternoon Craft Club
Thu, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
Get together with fellow craft-lovers and create something simple but satisfying. We will meet once a month and craft something new each session.
Cup to Keepsake: DIY Shrink Ornaments
Thu, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room B
Transform everyday plastic cups into one-of-a-kind ornaments!
Story and Stay at Lexington Park Library
Fri, Dec 19, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
KPOP Demon Hunters Party
Sat, Dec 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Calling all HUNTR/X and Saja Boys fans for a Golden time at this K-Pop Demon Hunters Party at the Lexington Park Library!
This event is full
Lexington Park Chess Day
Sat, Dec 20, 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.
Cardboard Cat Cabins & Castles
Sun, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Use cardboard to make adorable and impressive castles or cabins for your feline friends to enjoy!
Tracks and Stacks
Mon, Dec 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Calling all tiny engineers! You're invited to design a train track, stack some magnets, and explore the joys of building. Drop in from 1-2:30 p.m. to join the fun!
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Dec 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all children welcome with their adult caregivers.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Dec 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.
Cancelled
Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Dec 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all children welcome with their adult caregivers.
Cancelled
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Dec 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Cancelled
Story and Stay at Lexington Park Library
Fri, Dec 26, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
3D Pen Snowmen!
Mon, Dec 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A
Make a 3D Snowman, Snowflake, or other craft with our 3D Pens!
This event is full
3D Pen Snowmen!
Mon, Dec 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A
Make a 3D Snowman, Snowflake, or other craft with our 3D Pens!
This event is full
Nintendo Switch Smackdown
Mon, Dec 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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!
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Dec 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Winter Igloos
Tue, Dec 30, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Area
This hands-on activity encourages creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork while transforming ordinary cardboard into cozy arctic hideaways.
Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Dec 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all children welcome with their adult caregivers.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Dec 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.
2025 Trivia Party!
Tue, Dec 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A
Test your knowledge of pop culture and trends of the year 2025 as we prepare to welcome in 2026. Refreshments will be available as well as small prizes for round winners!
Noon Year's Eve at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
All the fun of a New Year's Eve party for our young friends with early bedtimes! Countdown to a Happy NOON Year with silly songs, creative crafts, and awesome activities.
Cancelled
Story and Stay at Lexington Park Library
Fri, Jan 02, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
Arts and Crafts Day for All
Sat, Jan 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Start off the new year by exploring a new hobby. Drop in to try a variety of arts and craft mediums provided by the library. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jan 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all children welcome with their adult caregivers.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Jan 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.
Connect & Converse at Lexington Park Library - Inclusive Crafts and Games Night
Tue, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
On the first Tuesday of December, January, and February, we invite caregivers and adults with cognitive disabilities to a fun-filled evening of crafts and games. Adults of all abilities are welcome!
Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all children welcome with their adult caregivers.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Jan 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all children welcome with their adult caregivers.
Tween Teen Thursdays
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B
Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us every second and fourth Thursday. Alternating Art (second week) and STEM activities (fourth week), plus more! No registration required!
Make Your Mug, with Cricut!
Fri, Jan 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
Create your custom mug using infusible ink with the Cricut Mug Press! This program will be repeated on January 22nd for an evening session.
Story and Stay at Lexington Park Library
Fri, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area,Meeting Room A
Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
Origami Workshop
Sat, Jan 10, 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms A&B
Learn how to fold cats, cranes, frogs, hearts, and more! Origami paper and instructions will be available.
All the Dirt on Winter Sowing - Veggies, Herbs, & Native Plants
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Get a head start on your garden this year with winter seed starting!
Eco-Bricks: Transforming Trash into Building Blocks
Sun, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
Through this hands-on workshop, participants will learn a creative way to turn everyday plastic waste into something useful!
Art to Unwind
Mon, Jan 12, 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, Jan 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all children welcome with their adult caregivers.
Purposeful Play - Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Tue, Jan 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.
Community Friendship Quilt to Celebrate 75 Years - Common Thread
Tue, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room B
Join us for a special Common Thread gathering. As always, you're welcome to bring your current crocheting, embroidery, cross-stitch, or any other needlework project to share with fellow crafters.
Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all children welcome with their adult caregivers.
Open Art Hour
Wed, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room B
Everyone needs a bit of time to relax and create. Come and paint with your fellow library users. Chat and make friends, or paint on your own - however you feel that day.
Sensory Friendly Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B
Designed for the interests of children with sensory differences, their caregivers, and siblings. Stories, songs, and activities offered with lower lights, lower volume, and in a no-judgement zone.
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Jan 15, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B
Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all children welcome with their adult caregivers.
Adult Afternoon Craft Club
Thu, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
Get together with fellow craft-lovers and create something simple but satisfying. We will meet once a month and craft something new each session.
Expungement Day
Fri, Jan 16, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Williams, McClernan & Stack LLC will offer free legal help to those seeking Maryland expungements of criminal records.
Story and Stay at Lexington Park Library
Fri, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area
Come for a story and then stay to play. All ages welcome with their adult caregivers.
Manifesting 2026 by Creating a Vision Board - Dream, Achieve, and Record Series
Sat, Jan 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms A&B
Visualize and design your future by creating a vision board, turning aspirations into achievable goals. Walk-in's welcome. Registration recommended for text and email reminders!
Lexington Park Chess Day
Sat, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Poetry Workshop
Sat, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B
A welcoming space where writers of every level can collaborate with peers, spark inspiration, and share your work whenever you feel ready!
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