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Eco-Bricks: Transforming Trash into Building Blocks
2026-01-11 14:00:00 2026-01-11 15:00:00 America/New_York Eco-Bricks: Transforming Trash into Building Blocks Through this hands-on workshop, participants will learn a creative way to turn everyday plastic waste into something useful! Lexington Park Library - Meeting Room B

Sunday, January 11
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-11 14:00:00 2026-01-11 15:00:00 America/New_York Eco-Bricks: Transforming Trash into Building Blocks Through this hands-on workshop, participants will learn a creative way to turn everyday plastic waste into something useful! Lexington Park Library - Meeting Room B

Lexington Park Library

Meeting Room B

Through this hands-on workshop, participants will learn a creative way to turn everyday plastic waste into something useful!

Eco-bricks are plastic bottles packed with clean, non-recyclable plastics, and can be used as building blocks for sculptures, benches, planters, and more.

While packing your first brick, hear from Master Naturalist Cody Hance about other ways you can reduce & reuse waste at home!

Register to receive a reminder email; walk-ins welcome.

AGE GROUP: | Upper Elementary | Tween | Teen | Lower Elementary | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Gardening & Environment | Arts & Crafts |

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Phone: 301-863-8188
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Mon, Dec 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
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Wed, Dec 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
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Sun, Dec 14 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Computer Lab
Make your screen dance! Code awesome moves, pump up the music, and create your own Dance Party. You bring the beat—your code brings the magic!
Maryland Health Connection Enrollment Assistance
Mon, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B
Get on-the-spot assistance to apply for health insurance through Maryland Health Connection!
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Tue, Dec 16, 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 16, 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 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.
After-School Adventurer's Club - Tween/Teen Dungeons And Dragons
Tue, Dec 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
No experience needed! Characters will be provided for ease of adventure. We'll have a D&D 5e Game every time, while we may have new games to teach as well.
This event is full
Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Wed, Dec 17, 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.
CareFirst Community Health Plan MD Medicaid - Lobby Visit
Wed, Dec 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.
St. Mary's County Family Law Court Help Clinic
Wed, Dec 17, 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.
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
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!
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!
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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.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 16 2025 at 9:00am
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.
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.
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Fri, Jan 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B
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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.
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Meeting Rooms A&B
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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!
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