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Registration opens:
July 06th, 2026

Summer Art Nights for Kids
2026-07-20 18:00:00 2026-07-20 19:00:00 America/New_York Summer Art Nights for Kids Join us for our summer art series! This summer, we’ll be introducing kids to four different artworks from around the world and the art techniques used. Leonardtown Library - Meeting Room 2

Monday, July 20
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-20 18:00:00 2026-07-20 19:00:00 America/New_York Summer Art Nights for Kids Join us for our summer art series! This summer, we’ll be introducing kids to four different artworks from around the world and the art techniques used. Leonardtown Library - Meeting Room 2

Leonardtown Library

Meeting Room 2

Join us for our summer art series! This summer, we’ll be introducing kids to four different artworks from around the world and the art techniques used.

After, they’ll have a chance to recreate the piece, or use it as inspiration to make their own unique piece of art.

For this third session, we will look at works from MC Escher’s Symmetry Series, and participants will have a chance to learn about tessellations and make their own tessellation artwork.

Make sure you wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy!

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

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Crafts |

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Phone: 301-475-2846
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Summer Art Nights for Kids
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 2
Join us for our summer art series! This summer, we’ll be introducing kids to four different artworks from around the world and the art techniques used.
This event is full
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jun 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room 1
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Master Gardeners Plant Clinic
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
Have questions about growing vegetables, soil conditions, mystery insects, invasive weeds, or heirloom plants? Ask a Master Gardener! Stop by with your plant samples and questions.
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Work Out at the Library - For Bigger Bodies and Every Body
Tue, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms 1&2
Want to try out an exercise class but don't know where to start? Start here! The Library will host beginner exercise classes for the community to try out and explore. All you need is your enthusiasm.
This event is full
DINO Bingo! For Littles
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room 1
Bingo for toddlers and preschoolers! Kids age 2-5 will have a blast learning about dinosaurs while playing bingo, and they might even win a prize! Join us for an afternoon of itty-bitty bingo games!
This event is full
DINO Bingo!
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room 1
Kids age 6-11 will have a blast learning while playing bingo, and they might even win a prize! Join us for an afternoon of bingo games!
This event is full
Dino Bingo: Expert Edition
Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Do you know the scientific names of the dinosaurs? Join us for our Dino Bingo: Expert Edition, where we'll be learning pattern recognition and dinosaur names through gameplay!
This event is full
LEGO Block Party at Leonardtown Library
Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 2
We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces!
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jun 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room 1
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Introduction to Canva - A Graphic Design Tool
Fri, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab
Learn to create polished posters and flyers like a pro!
Story Sneak Peek - Listen, Craft, Move!
Sat, Jun 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room 1
The first few chapters of a book, and a craft to go with for elementary age children.
DIY Time Capsule Decor
Sat, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Makerspace
Are you going through some major life changes? Does it feel like the world is getting bigger? Make a DIY Time Capsule Decoration with us so that you can look back on your past eras.
Dino Tales with Bright Star Theatre - Summer Performer
Mon, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Rooms 1&2
Stomp, roar, and laugh your way through a prehistoric storytelling adventure! Bright Star Theatre’s colorful dinosaur characters bring classic fables and folktales to life.
DIY Decor for Teens - Flower Resin Coasters
Mon, Jun 29, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
For those who are hoping to add a pop of color, enter the Makerspace to create a coaster to use, or add as decor around your space!
The Book Worm Club - A Kid's Book Club
Mon, Jun 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Do you like reading? Do you like talking about what books you're reading with people who love reading as much as you do? Do you like crafts and book related activities? Join us for our kids book club!
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jun 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room 1
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Jun 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Computer Lab
Have you ever wanted something 3D printed at the library, but weren't sure how? Now is your chance to learn!
Childcare Training: Every Child Ready to Read
Tue, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Rooms 1&2
A workshop built for early childhood professionals, including licensed child care providers, teachers, child care center staff, and anyone who works with young children!
St. Mary’s Adult Medical Day Care
Wed, Jul 01, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Lobby
Stop by the library on the first Wednesday of each month to meet with St. Mary’s Adult Medical Day Care and learn about respite care options available.
Kids Crafternoon at Leonardtown Library
Wed, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided.
Intro to Knitting: Bookmark
Wed, Jul 01, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Demystify knitting (and purling) while making a bookmark. We'll walk you through the knitting process, and you'll leave with a brand-new skill!
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jul 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room 1
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Library Closed
Fri, Jul 03, All day
The Library is closed in observance of Independence Day.
Library Closed
Sat, Jul 04, All day
The Library is closed in observance of Independence Day.
Summer Art Nights for Kids
Mon, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 2
Join us for our summer art series! This summer, we’ll be introducing kids to four different artworks from around the world and the art techniques used.
Registration opens Monday, June 22 2026 at 9:00am
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jul 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room 1
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Sensory Friendly Storytime @ Leonardtown Library
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 2
Designed for neurodiverse library users, their caregivers, siblings, companions, & friends. Picture books, songs, and activities offered with lower lights, lower volume, and in a no-judgement zone.
Registration opens Wednesday, June 24 2026 at 10:00am
Video Game Drop In - Nintendo Switch One
Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Drop in for some games, company, and air conditioning at the library!
LEGO Block Party at Leonardtown Library
Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 2
We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces!
St. Mary's County Health Department
Thu, Jul 09, 9:00am - 11:00am
Lobby
The Health Department will share information about its health programs and services for all ages to help you, your friends, family, and/or loved ones become the healthiest versions of yourselves!
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jul 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room 1
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Cricut Crafts: Mugs with Infusible Ink
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Unlock your crafting potential by learning how to use the Cricut cutting machine and Cricut Mug Press to customize a ceramic mug!
Registration opens Friday, June 26 2026 at 9:00am
Taiko: The Art of Japanese Drumming with Mark Rooney - Summer Performer @ Leonardtown
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Rooms 1&2
Feel the rhythm and experience the power of taiko! This exciting interactive performance features traditional and contemporary Japanese drumming, energetic rhythms, and audience participation.
Tots in the Front Yard - Easy Peasy Tree and Flower Identification
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Explore the garden and go on guided nature walks with a Master Gardener!
Registration opens Saturday, June 20 2026 at 10:00am
Silent Book Club
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 2
If you've been struggling to get in time to read those last few chapters or if you have been looking for some quiet time to really sink into the good part of a book, come join us for Silent Book Club!
Managing Your Online Presence (Social Media) - Partnership with American Job Center for Southern Maryland
Mon, Jul 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab
Learn how to create a memorable LinkedIn profile and control your social media presence and how others see you online.
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
Tue, Jul 14, 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.
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jul 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room 1
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
MedStar St. Mary's Community Health Advocates
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Community Health Advocates will be in the lobby to talk about health and wellness services throughout the hospital, and to provide blood pressure and other screenings.
Summer Cinema
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 2
Grab a snack, sit back, and watch a movie playing at the library!
Kids Crafternoon at Leonardtown Library
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided.
Sewing Machine 101: Eco-Friendly Cleaning Cloth
Wed, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Learn the basics of threading and operating a sewing machine to make your reusable, terry lined cleaning cloth!
Registration opens Tuesday, July 7 2026 at 9:00am
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jul 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room 1
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Head Start
Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
Do you have a preschool-aged child? Come learn about the St. Mary's County Head Start Center-Based Program, which focuses on preparing children for kindergarten.
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Summer Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2
Toddlers and preschoolers dance, sing, listen, and play with their grownups at the Library!
Friendship Bracelet Exchange
Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Make friendship bracelets out of embroidery thread and beads! Bring some bracelets to trade with friends or to keep for yourself!
Cozy Mystery Book Club
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
Join us to discuss a different cozy mystery on the 3rd Thursday of each month at the Leonardtown Library. Be ready to talk about a genre that puts us all at ease while keeping us on our toes.
Summer Art Nights for Kids
Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 2
Join us for our summer art series! This summer, we’ll be introducing kids to four different artworks from around the world and the art techniques used.
Registration opens Monday, July 6 2026 at 9:00am
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