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Mon6Jul
Family Storytime at Twinbrook Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 6 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Preschool Storytime at Aspen Hill Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 6 at 2:30 PM; no registration needed.
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Block Party at Davis Library for Ages 5 and Under
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Davis Library on July 6 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Baby Storytime at Kensington Park Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 6 at 2:30 pm, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Potomac Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Potomac Library on Mondays at 2:30 PM; no registration needed.
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Baby Storytime at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 0–3 · Register online at the MCPL events page to secure a spot.
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Baby and Toddler Storytime at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · Get a free ticket at the library or check availability before attending.
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Baby/Toddler Storytime at Long Branch Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in during scheduled times; no registration needed.
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Baby Storytime at McGee Library (0-18 months)
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets at the 5th floor desk starting at 10 am on the day of the event.
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Dinosaur Yoga for Little Ones at White Oak Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 6 at 3 pm, no registration needed.
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Drop-In Play at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on July 6 at 3:30 pm, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Potomac Library
Ages All ages · Drop in Monday afternoons at 3:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the library desk before the event.
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Reading Buddies at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 6 at 6 PM, no registration needed.
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Graphic Novel Workshop for Tweens at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Register online through the library's events page.
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Dino-Ramas Art Activity at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on July 6 at 8 pm; no registration needed.
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DIY Painted Recipe Boxes at Connie Morella Library
Ages High school · Register online at the library's events page.
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Read to a Dog at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 6, 2026, at 4:45 PM.
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Read to a Dog at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 6, 2026, for a one-on-one reading session with a therapy dog.
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Math Explorers at Potomac Library for Grades 2-4
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Potomac Library on July 6, 2026, at 9 PM.
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Tue7Jul
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets at the Information desk 30 minutes before the session.
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Drop-In Play at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on July 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM; no registration needed.
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Toddler/Preschool Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 7 at 2:00 PM, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Davis Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Davis Library on July 7 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up a free ticket at the library desk before storytime starts.
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Baby Lapsit Storytime at Germantown Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 7 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Toddler Storytime at White Oak Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 7 at 2:30 pm, no registration needed.
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Messy Art for Babies & Toddlers at Wheaton Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Wheaton Library on July 7 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Chevy Chase Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the library desk 30 minutes before the program.
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Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the 5th floor desk starting at 10 am on the day of the event.
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Baby Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 7 at 3:00 PM, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages All ages · Drop in Tuesdays at 3pm, no registration required.
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Family Storytime at Germantown Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 7, 2026, no registration needed.
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Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up a free ticket at the library desk before the event starts.
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Baby Storytime at White Oak Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 7 at 3:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Graphic Novel Workshop at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Middle · Register online at the library's events page.
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Science Heroes STEM Show at Wheaton Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Wheaton Library on July 7 at 6pm, no registration needed.
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Upcycle Juice Boxes into Toy Trucks at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 7 at 7 PM; bring a clean juice box.
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Summer Crafternoons: Bookmark Making at Rockville Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in Tuesday afternoons at Rockville Memorial Library starting July 7.
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Reading Buddies at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM.
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Duplo Construction Crew at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on July 7 at 8 PM, no registration needed.
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Middle School Virtual Book Club: Alone by Megan E. Freeman
Ages Middle · Register online at the MCPL events page for the virtual book club.
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Read to a Therapy Dog at Germantown Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 7, 2026 at 5:00 pm.
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Crafternoon at Potomac Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Potomac Library on July 7 at 3 PM, no registration required.
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Why Sharks Matter! at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Wheaton Library on July 7, 2026 at 5:30 PM.
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Pajama Storytime at Twinbrook Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 7 at 10:30 pm; no registration needed.
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Biology with Scientist Bella at Rockville Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Check the library's event page for registration or drop-in details.
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Read to a Dog at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on July 7, 2026, between 4 and 5 pm.
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Wed8Jul
Free Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Third Space for Kids on July 8 at 11:00 AM; check the calendar for other dates.
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Bilingual Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 8 at 2:00 PM, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Damascus Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in Wednesdays at 2:15 PM at the Damascus Community Recreation Center.
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Family Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the library before the event.
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Family Storytime at Kensington Park Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 8 at 2:30 PM, no registration required.
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Toddler/Pre-K Storytime at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 3–5 · Pick up a free ticket at the library before the event.
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Toddler/Preschool Storytime at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 8, 2026 at 2:30 PM.
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Baby and Toddler Storytime at Davis Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Davis Library on July 8 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Olney Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Olney Library on July 8 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Baby Storytime at Chevy Chase Library
Ages 0–3 · Arrive 30 minutes early to pick up free tickets at the desk.
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Family Storytime at Little Falls Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
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Preschool Play and Learn at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at the library on July 8 at 3:00 PM; no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets on the 5th floor at 10 am on the day of the event.
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African Culture Storytime at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Maggie Nightingale Library on July 8 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
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Preschool Storytime at Long Branch Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 8 at 11:00 AM.
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Ag Fair Royalty Visits Germantown Library for Summer Reading
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Pick up free tickets at the library 30 minutes before the 3 pm start time on July 8.
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Family Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the library before the event.
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Family Storytime at Little Falls Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets in advance from the library or online.
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LEGO & Duplo Building at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in any Wednesday at 4 pm; no registration required.
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Sew Sustainable Workshop at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register online at the library's events page.
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Graphic Novel Workshop for Tweens at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Register online at the library's events page.
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Crafternoon: Red, White, and Blue Slime at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 8, 2026, at 6 PM.
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Reading Buddies at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 8 at 7 PM, no registration needed.
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Teens & Tweens: Make Your Own Dinosaur Comic at McGee Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in on July 8, 4-5:30 pm at McGee Library; no registration needed.
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LEGO Building at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in Wednesday afternoons, no registration needed.
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Crafternoon at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in any Wednesday afternoon, no registration required.
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Read to a Dog at Davis Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Davis Library on July 8, 2026, between 4 and 5 pm.
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Family Yoga & Mindfulness at Kensington Park Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 8 at 8 PM, no registration needed.
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LEGO Building Fun at Praisner Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in any Wednesday afternoon; no registration needed.
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Dino-themed Drop-in Crafts at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 8, 2026, between 5 and 6 pm; no registration required.
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Evening Family Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 8 at 5:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Thu9Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Check the calendar for upcoming dates and drop in.
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Storytime at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Bohrer Park on July 9 at 1:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
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Music and Movement at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Pick up a free ticket at the library before the event.
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Baby Storytime at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 9 at 2:30 PM.
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Preschool Dance Party at Twinbrook Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 9 at 2:30 PM, no registration required.
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New Baby and Me: Big Sibling Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Wheaton Library on July 9 at 2:30 pm, no registration required.
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Baby Storytime at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in on Thursdays at 2:30 pm, no registration needed.
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Bilingual Family Storytime at Long Branch Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 9 at 3:00 PM, no registration needed.
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Music and Movement at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
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Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets at the library before the event.
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Drop-In Play at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in on Thursday, July 9 at 3:45 pm at Little Falls Library; no registration needed.
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Graphic Novel Workshop for Tweens at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Register online at the library's events page for the 5-session class starting July 9.
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Word Bead Charms Craft at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 9 at 6 PM; no registration required.
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Thursday Afternoon Adventures at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in any Thursday afternoon at McGee Library; no registration required.
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Reading Buddies at Twinbrook Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 9 at 6 PM, no registration required.
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Larry & Joe: Venezuelan-Appalachian Folk Concert at Strathmore
Ages All ages · Bring blankets or chairs; no registration needed.
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Anansegro: African Village Experience at Chevy Chase Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Chevy Chase Library on July 9 at 7 PM, no registration needed.
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Make a Mobile at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 9 at 7 pm.
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Montgomery College Info Table at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM.
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Read to a Dog at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on July 9, 2026, during the session time.
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Read to a Dog at Connie Morella Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Connie Morella Library on July 9, 4-5 pm; no registration needed.
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LEGO and Duplo Building at Olney Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in Thursday afternoons at Olney Library, no registration needed.
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LEGO Builders at Kensington Park Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 9 at 8:30 pm; no registration required.
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Fact Finders Nonfiction Book Club at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in Thursday evenings at 5 pm starting July 2, 2026, at White Oak Library.
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Read to a Therapy Dog at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 9, 2026, 5-6 pm; no registration needed.
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Crafts at the Library: Recycled Stegosaurus Dinosaur
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Marilyn J. Praisner Library on July 9 at 5 PM.
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Board Game Night at Connie Morella Library
Ages All ages · Drop in on the second Thursday of each month at 5:30 PM.
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Dreamtime Dance Party at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 9 at 7 PM, no registration needed.
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Fri10Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in Friday mornings at 10:30 AM, no registration needed.
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Latino Health Initiative Info Table at Twinbrook Library
Ages All ages · Drop in any other Friday between 10 AM and 1 PM at Twinbrook Library.
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Build It! Lego and Block Play at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 10 at 2:30 pm, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at 2:30 PM on July 10, 2026 at Maggie Nightingale Library.
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Bilingual Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Pick up free tickets at the library desk before the event.
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Infants & Toddlers Program Info Table at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Maggie Nightingale Library on July 10, 2:30–4:30 pm, no registration needed.
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Baby Storytime at Aspen Hill Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 10, 2026 at 2:30 pm.
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Family Storytime at Germantown Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 10 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Drop-in Playtime at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Olney Library on July 10 at 2:30 pm, no registration required.
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Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets on the 5th floor at 10 am on the day of the event.
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Stories and Movement at Little Falls Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Register online via the library's event page.
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Music with Ms. Niki at Praisner Library – Summer Reading 2026
Ages All ages · Drop in at Marilyn J. Praisner Library on July 10 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
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Scrabble Game Night at Davis Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Davis Library on July 10 at 5 PM; no registration required.
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LEGO Afternoon at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at the Gaithersburg Library on July 10 between 2 and 4 pm; no registration needed.
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Graphic Novel Workshop at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Middle · Register online at the library's events page.
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Ice Cream Science at Kensington Park Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 10 at 7 pm.
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LEGO Building at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in Friday afternoons at Quince Orchard Library, no registration required.
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Sat11Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Third Space for Kids on July 11 at 11:00 AM, no registration needed.
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Read to a Dog at Kensington Park Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 11 at 2:30 PM; no registration needed.
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Drop-in Playtime at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Olney Library on July 11 at 2:30 pm, no registration needed.
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Free Play Date at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in anytime between 10:30am and 12:00pm on July 11, 2026.
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Family Storytime at Aspen Hill Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 11 at 2:30 PM, no registration required.
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Luis Garay Percussion at Twinbrook Library – Summer Reading 2026
Ages All ages · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 11 at 3:00 pm, no registration needed.
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Read to a Dog at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 11 at 3 PM; no registration needed.
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Science of Ice Cream at Rockville Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 11 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
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Dino Party at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 11 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
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Monthly Book Sale at Germantown Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 11 between 3 and 5 pm.
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Board Game Drop-In at White Oak Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 11, 2026, 1-4 PM; no registration needed.
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Pokémon Trading Card Club at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in Saturday, July 11 at 6 pm; no registration needed.
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Nature Art Workshop at Quince Orchard Library
Ages All ages · Register online at mcpl.libnet.info
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The Uncle Devin Show at Davis Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Davis Library on July 11 at 7 PM, no registration needed.
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Fossil Dig at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Maggie Nightingale Library on July 11, 2026, 3-4 PM.
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Summer Crafts at Gaithersburg Library with ScribbleArtz
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 11 at 7 pm; no registration required.
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Recycled Stegosaurus Craft at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Marilyn J. Praisner Library on July 11 at 4 PM; no registration needed.
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Chess Club at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 11 at 8 PM.
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Board Game Night at McGee Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at the library on July 11 at 5 pm; no registration needed.
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Sun12Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Third Space for Kids on July 12 at 10:00 AM; no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the library before the event.
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Movie Theme Concert by Bethesda Brass at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Bring chairs or blankets and drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 12 at 5 PM.
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Chess Open Play at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on Sunday, July 12, 4-5:50 pm; no registration needed.
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Story Hour at Olney Library with Guest Storyteller
Ages All ages · Drop in at Olney Library on July 12 at 6 PM, no registration needed.
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Seashell Shadowbox Craft at Germantown Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 12 at 7 PM; supplies limited.
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Preschool Play and Learn at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 12 at 8 PM, no registration needed.
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Mon13Jul
Preschool Storytime at Aspen Hill Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at 2:30 pm on July 13, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Potomac Library
Ages All ages · Drop in Monday afternoons at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Cartooning Workshop at Wheaton Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Drop in at Wheaton Library Teen Media Lab on July 13 at 2:30 PM.
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Block Party at Davis Library for Ages 5 and Under
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Davis Library on July 13 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Baby Storytime at Kensington Park Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 13 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Baby Storytime at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 0–3 · Register online at the provided link to secure a spot.
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Family Storytime at Twinbrook Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 13 at 2:30 PM.
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Baby Storytime at McGee Library (0-18 months)
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets on the 5th floor at 10 am on July 13.
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Dino-Sized Circus at Germantown Library – Summer Reading 2026
Ages All ages · Arrive early to get free tickets, available 30 minutes before the 3:00 PM show.
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Baby and Toddler Storytime at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets at the library before the event.
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Read to a Therapy Dog at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 13 at 3 PM; no registration needed.
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Baby/Toddler Storytime at Long Branch Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 13 at 3:00 pm; no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Potomac Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Potomac Library on July 13 at 3:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Drop-In Play at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on July 13 at 3:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the children's desk 30 minutes before the program.
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Reading Buddies at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 13 at 6 PM.
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STEAM Ice Cream Science at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Olney Library on July 13 at 6 PM.
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Chess Club at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 13 at 8 PM; no registration required.
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Read to a Dog at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 13, 2026, no registration needed.
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Math Explorers at Potomac Library for Grades 2-4
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Potomac Library on July 13 at 5 pm; no registration needed.
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Python Coding Course for Ages 10-17 at White Oak Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register online via the library's events page
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Tue14Jul
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library, Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets at the Information desk 30 minutes before the 10:30 or 11:15 session.
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Toddler/Preschool Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 14 at 2:00 PM, no registration needed.
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Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Get free tickets at the library or check online before the event.
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Family Storytime at Chevy Chase Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the library desk 30 minutes before the program.
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Toddler Storytime at White Oak Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 14 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
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Cartooning Workshop at Wheaton Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Check with Wheaton Library for registration details or drop in.
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Baby Lapsit Storytime at Germantown Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 14 at 2:30 pm, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Davis Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Davis Library on July 14 at 2:30 PM, no registration required.
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Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets on the 5th floor at 10 am on the day of the event.
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Agricultural Fair Royalty Visits Little Falls Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Little Falls Library on July 14 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages All ages · Drop in Tuesdays at 3:00 PM, no registration needed.
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Baby Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 14 at 3:00 PM, no registration needed.
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Family Storytime at Germantown Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 14 at 3:10 PM, no registration needed.
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Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages All ages · Pick up a free ticket at the library desk before the event.
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Baby Storytime at White Oak Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 14, 2026 at 3:30 PM; no registration required.
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Read to a Dog at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Elementary · Register for a session on the library's events page.
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Free Movie Night: Bad Guys 2 at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 14 at 6 pm; no registration required.
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Duplo Construction Crew at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on July 14, 2026, at 8:00 PM.
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Reading Buddies at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in on July 14, 2026 at 8:00 pm at White Oak Library
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Read to a Dog at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on July 14, 2026, 4-5 pm.
Play & Learn
Summer Crafternoons: Diamond Art at Rockville Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in on Tuesdays this summer at Rockville Memorial Library; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Bilingual Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Wheaton Library on July 14 at 4:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Clayternoon at Long Branch Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 14 at 8:30 pm.
Play & Learn
Middle School Virtual Book Club: Alone by Megan E. Freeman
Ages Middle · Register online at the MCPL events page for the virtual book club.
Play & Learn
Evening Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at the library on July 14 at 9 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Pajama Storytime at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at 6:30 pm on July 14, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Pajama Storytime at Twinbrook Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 14 at 6:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Fire Safety Resource Table at Long Branch Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 14, 2026, starting at 2:00 PM.
Community
Wed15Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in Wednesday mornings at 11am, no registration required.
Play & Learn$16
Bilingual Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 15 at 2:00 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Damascus Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in Wednesdays at 2:15 PM at the Damascus Community Recreation Center.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Chevy Chase Library
Ages 0–3 · Arrive 30 minutes early to get free tickets.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Olney Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Olney Library on July 15 at 2:30 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
ASL Storytime with Dinosaurs and Diggers at Little Falls Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Little Falls Library on July 15 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Kensington Park Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 15 at 2:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Toddler/Preschool Storytime at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 15, 2026 at 2:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Cartooning Workshop at Wheaton Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Wheaton Library Teen Media Lab on July 15 at 2:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Baby and Toddler Storytime at Davis Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Davis Library on July 15 at 2:30 pm, no registration required.
Play & Learn
Toddler/Pre-K Storytime at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 3–5 · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the 5th floor desk starting at 10 am on the day of the event.
Play & Learn
Agricultural Fair Royalty Visits Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Maggie Nightingale Library on July 15 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Preschool Storytime at Long Branch Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 15 at 11:00 AM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Crafts for Kids at Rockville Memorial Library with VisArts
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at the Children's Area after storytime; supplies are limited.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets at the library before the event.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Little Falls Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets in advance from the library.
Play & Learn
Drop-In Play at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in on July 15 at 3:30 PM at Little Falls Library; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO & Duplo Building at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in any Wednesday at 4pm, no registration required.
Play & LearnFree
Sew Sustainable Workshop at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages High school · Register online at the library's events page.
Play & Learn
Crafternoon Beading at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 15 at 6 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Reading Buddies at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 15 at 7 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Global Goblet Soccer Crafts at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at the library on July 15, 2026 at 8:00 PM.
Play & Learn
Crafternoon at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in any Wednesday at 4 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Teens: Volunteer at Global Goblet Event at McGee Library
Ages Middle · High school · Contact the library or attend a TAB meeting to volunteer.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Davis Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Davis Library on July 15 at 6 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO Building at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in any Wednesday afternoon at Connie Morella Library.
Play & Learn
Python Coding Course for Ages 10-14 at Potomac Library
Ages Middle · Register online at the library's events page; space may be limited.
Play & Learn
LEGO Building Fun at Praisner Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in Wednesday afternoons, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Python Coding Course for Ages 10-17 at White Oak Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register online via the library events page
Play & Learn
Dino-themed Drop-in Crafts at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 15, 5-6 pm; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Evening Family Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 15 at 5:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Middle School Book Club at Connie Morella Library
Ages Middle · Drop in on July 15 at 6:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Bring-Your-Own-Book Club at Connie Morella Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at the Connie Morella Library on July 15 at 6:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Teen Advisory Board Global Goblet at McGee Library
Ages Middle · High school · Teens interested in volunteering should contact the library or attend a TAB meeting to sign up.
Play & Learn
Global Goblet Soccer Crafts at Brigadier General Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at the library on July 15 at 7 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Thu16Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in Thursday mornings at 11am, no registration required.
Play & Learn$16
Storytime at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Bohrer Park on July 16 at 1:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Drop-In Play at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in on July 16 at 2:00 PM, no registration required.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 16, 2026 at 10:30 AM.
Play & Learn
Cartooning Workshop for Kids at Wheaton Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Wheaton Library Teen Media Lab on July 16 at 2:30 pm.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets at the library desk before the event starts.
Play & Learn
Agricultural Fair Royalty Visits White Oak Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 16 at 3 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up a free ticket at the library desk before the event.
Play & Learn
Archaeology Talk for Kids at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Register online through MCPL's events calendar to secure a spot.
Play & Learn
Field Notes Notebook Lab at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 16 at 6 PM; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Reading Buddies at Twinbrook Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 16 at 6 PM.
Play & Learn
Wendy & DB Family Concert at Strathmore
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Bring a blanket or lawn chair and arrive early for seating.
Play & LearnFree
World Cup Indoor Field Day at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 16 at 7 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO Building at Olney Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in Thursday afternoons at Olney Library, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on July 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM for a session.
Play & Learn
STEM Challenge at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 16, 2026, 5-6 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Fact Finders Nonfiction Book Club at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in Thursdays in July at White Oak Library, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Read to a Therapy Dog at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 16 between 5 and 6 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Hatchlings: Early Learning Workshop for New Parents at Praisner Library
Ages 0–3 · Register online for the 3-session workshop
Care & Parenting
Already Booked Book Club for Ages 9-12 at Germantown Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Bring your child to the Germantown Library on July 16 at 6:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Seashell Shadowbox Craft at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Maggie Nightingale Library on July 16 at 6:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dreamtime Dance Party at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 16 at 7 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Montgomery College Info Table at McGee Library
Ages High school · Drop by the library on July 16 between 4 and 6 pm; no registration required.
School
Read to a Dog at Potomac Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Potomac Library on July 16 at 4:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Fri17Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Third Space for Kids on July 17 at 10:30 AM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn$16
Build It! at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 17 at 2:30 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Cartooning Workshop at Wheaton Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Wheaton Library on July 17 at 2:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Aspen Hill Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 17, 2026 at 2:30 pm.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Germantown Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 17 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Drop-in Playtime at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Olney Library on July 17 at 2:30 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages All ages · Drop in Friday mornings at 11 am, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the 5th floor desk starting at 10 AM on the day of the event.
Play & Learn
LEGO Afternoon at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in anytime between 2 and 4 pm on July 17; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO Building Fun at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in any Friday afternoon at Quince Orchard Library; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Preschool Play and Learn at Twinbrook Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 17 at 7:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Sat18Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Third Space for Kids on July 18 at 11:00 AM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn$16
Read to a Dog at Kensington Park Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 18 between 2:30 and 3:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Parachute Party Family Storytime at Aspen Hill Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 18 at 2:30 PM, no registration required.
Play & Learn
Math, Art, Play! at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 18 at 2:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO & DUPLO Play at Chevy Chase Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Chevy Chase Library on July 18 at 2:30 pm; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Free Play Date at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in anytime between 10:30am and 12:00pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Drop-in Playtime at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Olney Library on July 18 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime and Stay 'n Play at White Oak Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 18 at 2:30 PM, no registration required.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Long Branch Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 18 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Diggin' for Dinosaurs with Culture Queen at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 18 at 3 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Magic Show with Abracadabra Alex at Potomac Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Potomac Library on July 18 at 3:00 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 18 at 3 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Bilingual Music & Movement at Kensington Park Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 18 at 3:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Felt Dinosaur Craft at Rockville Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 18 at 6 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Pokémon Club for Kids at Twinbrook Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 18 at 6:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Summer Crafts at Gaithersburg Library with ScribbleArtz
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 18 at 7 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Teen & Tween Movie Day: National Treasure at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Maggie Nightingale Library on July 18 at 7 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Prehistoric Art Cave Painting Event at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 18 at 8 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Sun19Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in Sunday morning at 10:00 AM; no registration required.
Play & Learn$16
Family Storytime at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
The Uncle Devin Show at Long Branch Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 19 at 3:00 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Sunday Fun Day Drop-In Playtime at Wheaton Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM at Wheaton Library.
Play & Learn
Learn to Yarn Bomb at Wheaton Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Drop in on July 19 at Wheaton Library; first come, first served.
Play & Learn
Chess Open Play at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 19 between 4 and 5:50 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
World Cup Voting at Wheaton Library for Teens
Ages Middle · High school · Visit Wheaton Library's Teens section to vote starting July 19, 2026.
Play & Learn
Mon20Jul
Baby Storytime at Kensington Park Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 20 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Block Party at Davis Library for Ages 5 and Under
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Davis Library on July 20 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 0–3 · Register online at the library's events page; space limited to 20 families.
Play & Learn
Preschool Storytime at Aspen Hill Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 20 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Twinbrook Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 20 at 2:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Potomac Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Potomac Library on July 20 at 2:30 PM, no registration required.
Play & Learn
Baby and Toddler Storytime at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · Get free tickets at the library or check availability before attending.
Play & Learn
Baby/Toddler Storytime at Long Branch Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 20 at 3 PM.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at McGee Library (0–18 months)
Ages 0–3 · Pick up a free ticket on the 5th floor at 10 am on July 20.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Potomac Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Potomac Library during the scheduled time; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Drop-In Play at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on July 20 at 3:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the children's desk 30 minutes before the program.
Play & Learn
Kickstart SSL Hours at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages Middle · Register online for the July 20 event
Play & Learn
Reading Buddies at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 20 at 6 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Crunchy Dino Slime at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on July 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM.
Play & Learn
Manga Cafe for Tweens & Teens at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 20, 2026 at 8 pm.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 20, 2026, during the event time.
Play & Learn
Math Explorers at Potomac Library for Grades 2-4
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Potomac Library on July 20 at 5:00 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Read to a Therapy Dog at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 20, 2026, for a one-on-one reading session with a therapy dog.
Play & Learn
Coding with Python Course at White Oak Library (Ages 10-17)
Ages Middle · High school · Register online through the library's events page; space may be limited.
Play & Learn
Tue21Jul
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets at the Information desk 30 minutes before the 10:30 or 11:15 session.
Play & LearnFree
Drop-In Play at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on July 21 at 2:00 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Toddler/Preschool Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 21 at 2 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Baby Lapsit Storytime at Germantown Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 21 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Chevy Chase Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the library desk 30 minutes before the program.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime at White Oak Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at White Oak Library during scheduled storytime; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Davis Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Davis Library on July 21 at 2:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Get free tickets at the library or check online before the event.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 21 at 3:00 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the 5th floor desk starting at 10 am on the day of the event.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages All ages · Drop in Tuesdays at 3:00 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Germantown Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Germantown Library during scheduled storytime; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at White Oak Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 21 at 3:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Teen Creative Writing Workshop at Kensington Park Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register online for the workshop
Play & Learn
Duplo Construction Crew at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on July 21, 2026, 4-5 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Reading Buddies at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Olney Library on July 21; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Manga Cafe for Tweens & Teens at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 21, 2026, at 8 pm.
Play & Learn
Summer Crafternoons: Sand Art at Rockville Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in Tuesday afternoons at Rockville Memorial Library, no registration required.
Play & Learn
Game Night at Long Branch Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 21 at 8:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Middle School Virtual Book Club: Alone by Megan E. Freeman
Ages Middle · Register online at the MCPL events page for the virtual book club.
Play & Learn
Pajama Storytime at Olney Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Olney Library on July 21 at 6:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Pajama Storytime at Twinbrook Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 21 at 6:30 PM, no registration required.
Play & Learn
Biology with Scientist Bella at Rockville Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 21, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Chess Club at McGee Library in Silver Spring
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at the library on Tuesday evenings at 8:30 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Wed22Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in Wednesday mornings at 11am, no registration needed.
Play & Learn$16
LEGO & Duplo Building at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in any Wednesday at 4pm, no registration required.
Play & LearnFree
Bilingual Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 22 at 2:00 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Damascus Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in Wednesdays at 2:15 PM at the Damascus Community Recreation Center.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Olney Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Olney Library on July 22 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Little Falls Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Kensington Park Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 22 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Chevy Chase Library
Ages 0–3 · Arrive 30 minutes early to pick up free tickets at the desk.
Play & Learn
Baby and Toddler Storytime at Davis Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Davis Library on July 22 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Toddler/Pre-K Storytime at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Get free tickets at the library before the event.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the library desk 30 minutes before the program.
Play & Learn
Ag Fair Royalty Visits Quince Orchard Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 22, 2026 at 3:00 PM.
Play & Learn
Preschool Storytime at Long Branch Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in on July 22, 2026 at 3:00 PM at Long Branch Library; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the 5th floor desk starting at 10 am on the day of the event.
Play & Learn
Preschool Play and Learn at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at the library on July 22 at 3:00 PM.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Little Falls Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets in advance from the library.
Play & Learn
Sew Sustainable Workshop at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages High school · Register online via the library's events calendar.
Play & Learn
Crafternoon: Make Pasta Dinosaurs at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 22 at 6 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Reading Buddies at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 22 at 7 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dinosaur Terrariums at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at the library on July 22, 2026; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO Building at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in Wednesday afternoons, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Davis Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Davis Library on July 22 between 4 and 5:30 pm.
Play & Learn
Manga Cafe for Tweens & Teens at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 22 at 8 pm.
Play & Learn
Crafternoon at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in any Wednesday at 4 pm, no registration required.
Play & Learn
Python Coding Course for Ages 10-14 at Potomac Library
Ages Middle · Register online at the library's events page; space is limited.
Play & Learn
LEGO Building at Praisner Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in any Wednesday afternoon, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dino-themed Drop-in Crafts at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 22, 2026, between 5 and 6 pm. No registration required.
Play & Learn
Python Coding Course for Ages 10-17 at White Oak Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register online at the library's events page.
Play & Learn
Evening Family Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 22 at 5:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Olney Library Debate Club for Teens (Ages 13-17)
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Olney Library on July 22 at 6:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Thu23Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Third Space for Kids on July 23 at 11:00 AM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn$16
Big Bang Boom Concert at Strathmore
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Bring a blanket and arrive early for seating; no registration required.
Play & LearnFree
Storytime at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Bring a blanket and drop in at Bohrer Park on July 23 at 1:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in Thursday afternoons at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in on July 23, 2026 at 2:30 pm at Quince Orchard Library; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Music and Movement at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Pick up free tickets at the library before the event.
Play & Learn
DIY Painted Recipe Boxes at White Oak Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register online starting July 9, 2026
Play & Learn
Bilingual Family Storytime at Long Branch Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 23 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Music and Movement at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up a free ticket at the library desk before the event.
Play & Learn
Intro to Python Coding Series for Teens at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register online through the library's events page for the four-part series.
Play & Learn
Bad Art Night at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 23 at 6pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Reading Buddies at Twinbrook Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 23 at 6 PM.
Play & Learn
Thursday Afternoon Adventures: Explore the Stars at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in Thursday afternoon, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Indoor Mini Golf at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at 7pm on July 23 at Gaithersburg Library, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Learn Python Game Design at Wheaton Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register online at the library's events page for the three-week series starting July 23.
Play & Learn
LEGO Building Fun at Olney Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in Thursday afternoons at Olney Library, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on July 23, 2026, during the session time.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Connie Morella Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Connie Morella Library on July 23, 2026, 4-5 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Manga Cafe for Tweens & Teens at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 23 at 8 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Game Night at Long Branch Library: Board Games, Puzzles & Switch
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 23 at 8:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Make a Thaumatrope at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at the Marilyn J. Praisner Library on July 23 at 5 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Montgomery College Info Session at Wheaton Library
Ages High school · Drop in at Wheaton Library on July 23, 2026, at 9 PM.
School
Fact Finders Nonfiction Book Club at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in any Thursday in July at 5 pm at White Oak Library.
Play & Learn
Read to a Therapy Dog at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 23 between 5 and 6 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Hatchlings: Early Learning Workshop for New Parents at Praisner Library
Ages 0–3 · Register once for all three sessions via the library's event page.
Care & Parenting
Dreamtime Dance Party at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 23 at 7 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Montgomery College Info Table at White Oak Library
Ages High school · Drop by the White Oak Library on July 23 to speak with Montgomery College representatives.
School
Fri24Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in Friday mornings at 10:30 AM, no registration required.
Play & Learn$16
Family Storytime at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at 2:30 PM on July 24, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Build It! Lego Drop-In at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 24, 2026 at 2:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Germantown Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 24 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Bilingual Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Get free tickets at the library before the event starts.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Aspen Hill Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in on Thursday, July 24, 2026 at 2:30 pm at Aspen Hill Library.
Play & Learn
Drop-in Playtime at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Olney Library on July 24 at 2:30 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets on the 5th floor at 10 am on the day of the event.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at the library during storytime; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Preschool Dance Party at Long Branch Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 24 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO Afternoon at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 24, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Kalanidhi Dance Performance at Kensington Park Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 24 at 7 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO Building at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in any Friday afternoon at Quince Orchard Library; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Bilingual Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Pick up a free ticket at the library desk before the event starts.
Play & Learn
Sat25Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in Saturday morning, no registration needed.
Play & Learn$16
Pokémon Day at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 25 at 2:30 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Free Play Date at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in anytime between 10:30am and 12:00pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Aspen Hill Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 25 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Potomac Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Potomac Library on July 25 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Drop-in Playtime at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on July 25 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 25 at 3 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
123 Andrés Family Concert at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 25 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Teen Mindfulness Workshop at Germantown Library
Ages High school · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 25 at 5 PM; no registration needed.
Care & Parenting
Science of Ice Cream at Davis Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Davis Library on July 25 at 6 PM.
Play & Learn
Rocknoceros Summer Reading Concert at Quince Orchard Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 25 at 6 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dinosaur Nugget Pillow Craft at Rockville Library
Ages Elementary · Check with Rockville Memorial Library for registration details.
Play & Learn
LEGO Challenge at Little Falls Library (Ages 5+)
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Little Falls Library on July 25 at 6:30 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Chess Club at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 25 at 8 pm.
Play & Learn
Make a Thaumatrope at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at the Marilyn J. Praisner Library on July 25, 2026, during the event time.
Play & Learn
Chess Club at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Drop in at 8 pm on July 25; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Sun26Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Third Space for Kids on July 26 at 10:00 AM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn$16
Family Storytime at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
Sunday Family Storytime at McGee Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at 3:00 PM on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at the McGee Library.
Play & Learn
Preschool Play and Learn at Long Branch Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 26 at 3:00 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Chess Open Play at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on Sunday, July 26, 4-5:50 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dino Circus Show at Connie Morella Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at the Connie Morella Library on July 26 at 6 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Bilingual Storytime at McGee Library in Silver Spring
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at the library on July 26 at 3:00 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Mon27Jul
Baby Storytime at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 0–3 · Register online at the library's events page to secure a spot.
Play & Learn
Block Party at Davis Library for Ages 5 and Under
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Davis Library on July 27 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Potomac Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Potomac Library during the scheduled time; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Twinbrook Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Twinbrook Library during the scheduled time; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Kensington Park Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in on Monday, July 27, 2026 at 10:30 am at Kensington Park Library.
Play & Learn
Preschool Storytime at Aspen Hill Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in during scheduled storytime; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at McGee Library (0-18 months)
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets on the 5th floor at 10 am on July 27
Play & Learn
Baby and Toddler Storytime at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Pick up free tickets at the library before the event.
Play & Learn
Baby/Toddler Storytime at Long Branch Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in Monday afternoons at 3:00 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Potomac Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Potomac Library on July 27 at 3:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the library before the event.
Play & Learn
Reading Buddies at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 27 at 6:00 PM.
Play & Learn
Montgomery College Info Table at Olney Library
Ages High school · Drop in at Olney Library on July 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM.
School
Anansegro: African Village Experience at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on July 27 at 7 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Chess Club at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 27 at 8 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Python Coding Course for Ages 10–14 at Rockville Library
Ages Middle · Register online at the library's events page; space is limited.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 27, 2026, starting at 4:45 PM.
Play & Learn
Math Explorers at Potomac Library for Grades 2-4
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Potomac Library on July 27, 2026, at the scheduled time.
Play & Learn
Python Coding Course for Ages 10-17 at White Oak Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register online via the library's events page.
Play & Learn
Tue28Jul
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets at the Information desk 30 minutes before the 10:30 or 11:15 session.
Play & LearnFree
Toddler/Preschool Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 28 at 2:00 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Baby Lapsit Storytime at Germantown Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at the Germantown Library on July 28 at 2:30 PM; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime at White Oak Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 28 at 2:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Davis Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Davis Library on July 28 at 2:30 pm, no registration required.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Chevy Chase Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the library desk 30 minutes before the program.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 28 at 3:00 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Agricultural Fair Royalty Visits Praisner Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at the library on July 28 at 3 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets on the 5th floor at 10 am on the day of the event.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Germantown Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 28, 2026, at 3:10 PM.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up a free ticket at the library desk before the event starts.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at White Oak Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 28 at 3:30 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 28 between 6 and 7 PM.
Play & Learn
Picture Book Workshop at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 28 at 7 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Science of Ice Cream at Wheaton Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Wheaton Library on July 28 at 7pm; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Summer Crafternoons: Book Binding at Rockville Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in Tuesday afternoons at Rockville Memorial Library; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Duplo Construction Crew at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on July 28 at 8 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Reading Buddies at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 28, 2026, at 8:00 PM.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on July 28, 2026, during the event time.
Play & Learn
Middle School Virtual Book Club: Alone by Megan E. Freeman
Ages Middle · Register online at the MCPL events page for the virtual book club.
Play & Learn
Read to a Therapy Dog at Germantown Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Germantown Library on July 28, 2026, 5-6 pm.
Play & Learn
Pajama Storytime at Twinbrook Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 28 at 6:30 PM, no registration required.
Play & Learn
Pajama Storytime at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at 6:30 PM on July 28, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Chess Club at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in Tuesday evenings at 8:30 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Wed29Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in Wednesday mornings at 11am, no registration required.
Play & Learn$16
LEGO Building at Connie Morella Library, Bethesda
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in any Wednesday at 4pm, no registration required.
Play & LearnFree
Bilingual Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 29 at 2 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Montgomery College Info Table at Gaithersburg Library
Ages High school · Drop by the Gaithersburg Library lobby on July 29 anytime after 2 PM.
School
Free Sports Physicals at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Attend on July 29 at Gaithersburg Library; no registration mentioned, so arrive early.
Care & Parenting
Family Storytime at Damascus Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in Wednesday afternoons at 2:15 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Chevy Chase Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets at the library desk 30 minutes before the 2:30 PM start.
Play & Learn
Toddler/Pre-K Storytime at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Pick up free tickets at the library before the event.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Kensington Park Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on July 29 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
Baby and Toddler Storytime at Davis Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Davis Library on July 29 at 2:30 PM, no registration required.
Play & Learn
Toddler/Preschool Storytime at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 29 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Little Falls Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Olney Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Olney Library on July 29 at 2:30 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at the 5th floor desk starting at 10 am on the day of the event.
Play & Learn
Agricultural Fair Royalty Visits Aspen Hill Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 29 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Preschool Storytime at Long Branch Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Long Branch Library on July 29 at 3:00 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
ASL Storytime at Praisner Library: Dinosaurs & Diggers
Ages All ages · Drop in at Marilyn J. Praisner Library on July 29 at 3 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Little Falls Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets in advance from the library or online.
Play & Learn
Family Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Pick up free tickets at Wheaton Library before the event.
Play & Learn
Crafternoon Summer Art Projects at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 29, 6–8 pm; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Reading Buddies at Gaithersburg Library (July 29)
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 29 at 7 PM.
Play & Learn
Science of Ice Cream at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on July 29 at 7 PM.
Play & Learn
Teen Dinosaur Comic Workshop at McGee Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at the library on July 29 at 8 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Read to a Therapy Dog at Davis Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Davis Library on July 29, 2026, 4-5 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO Building at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in Wednesday afternoons, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Crafternoon at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in on Wednesdays at 4 pm at White Oak Library.
Play & Learn
Python Coding Course for Ages 10-14 at Potomac Library
Ages Middle · Register on the Montgomery County Public Libraries events page.
Play & Learn
LEGO Building Fun at Praisner Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in any Wednesday afternoon, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Python Coding Course for Ages 10-17 at White Oak Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register online via the library's events page
Play & Learn
Dino-themed drop-in crafts at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in anytime between 5 and 8 pm on July 29; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Evening Family Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 29 at 5:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dinosaur Program for Ages 3-10 at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at the Connie Morella Library on July 29, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Thu30Jul
Story Circle at Third Space for Kids in Bethesda
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Third Space for Kids on July 30 at 11am, no registration needed.
Play & Learn$16
Storytime at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Bohrer Park on July 30 at 1:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
My First Art Class at Potomac Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Potomac Library on July 30, 2026 at 2:30 pm.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Get free tickets at the library's event page or at the desk before the program.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on July 30, 2026 at 10:30 AM.
Play & Learn
Music and Movement at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Get free tickets at the library or check the event page for availability.
Play & Learn
Jenn's Uncommon Critters Dinosaur Show at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Pick up free tickets at the 3rd floor desk starting at 10:30 AM on July 30.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets at the library before the event.
Play & Learn
Intro to Python Coding Series for Teens at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register online via the MCPL events page for the series.
Play & Learn
Reading Buddies at Twinbrook Library (July 30)
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 30 between 6 and 7 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Thursday Afternoon Adventures at McGee Library
Ages All ages · Drop in any Thursday afternoon at McGee Library; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dino Discovery at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 30 at 7 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on July 30, 2026, between 4 and 5 pm.
Play & Learn
LEGO & Duplo Building at Olney Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in any Thursday afternoon, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Science of Ice Cream at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Check with the library for registration details or drop in.
Play & Learn
Python Coding Course for Ages 10–14 at Rockville Library
Ages Middle · Register online via the library's events page; space is limited.
Play & Learn
Fact Finders Nonfiction Book Club at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Ask a librarian at White Oak Library for the week's book list before attending.
Play & Learn
Read to a Therapy Dog at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on July 30, 5-6 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dreamtime Dance Party at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 30 at 7 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Imitate an Illustrator: Andrea Fritz at Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at the library on July 30 at 7 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Fri31Jul
Build It! Lego Drop-In at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on July 31 at 2:30 pm; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Craft-In Movie: Finding Nemo at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Marilyn J. Praisner Library on July 31 at 3 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dinosaur Babies Show at Twinbrook Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on July 31 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO Afternoon at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on July 31, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Harry Potter Birthday Party at Long Branch Library
Ages All ages · Check with Long Branch Library for registration details or drop in.
Camps & Seasonal
Sat1Aug
MCPL 75th Anniversary Party at Quince Orchard Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on August 1, 2-4 pm; no registration needed.
Camps & Seasonal
Free Play Date at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in anytime between 10:30am and 12:00pm on August 1, 2026.
Play & Learn
Singing for a Better World at Aspen Hill Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on August 1 at 2:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Book Tasting for Ages 3-12 at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on August 1 at 3 PM; no registration required.
Play & Learn
1980s Retro BINGO at Quince Orchard Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on August 1 at 4 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Craft-In Movie: Finding Nemo at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at the library on August 1 at 5 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO Free Play at Germantown Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in Saturday afternoon, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dinosaur Terrariums at Davis Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Davis Library on August 1 at 5:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Lego & Duplo Free Play at Twinbrook Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on August 1 at 6:30 PM; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Luis Garay Percussion at White Oak Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at White Oak Library on August 1 at 7 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Parks Playhouse Junior: Free Kids' Shows at Flower Avenue Park
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Flower Avenue Park on August 1–2 by 10 a.m. for the free show
Play & LearnFree
Sun2Aug
Sunday Fun Day Drop-In Playtime at Wheaton Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM at Wheaton Library.
Play & Learn
Jurassic Park Screening at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Show up at Rockville Memorial Library on August 2 at 6:00 PM.
Play & Learn
GIMP Digital Art Class for Ages 8-12 at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Register online via the library's events page.
Play & Learn
Parks Playhouse Junior free kids' show in Silver Spring Aug 2
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at 1100 Jackson Road in Silver Spring on Aug 2 by 10 a.m. with a blanket or chair; no registration needed.
Play & LearnFree
Mon3Aug
Block Party at Davis Library for Ages 5 and Under
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Davis Library on August 3 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dino Academy Show at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at 3:00 PM on August 3, 2026, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Music with Ms. Niki at Germantown Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Pick up free tickets at the library desk 30 minutes before the 3pm start time on August 3.
Play & Learn
Baby Storytime at McGee Library (0-18 months)
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets on the 5th floor at 10 am on the day of the event.
Play & Learn
STEAM Beach House Building at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on August 3 at 6 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Math Explorers at Potomac Library for Grades 2-4
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Potomac Library on August 3 at 5 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Tue4Aug
Kalanidhi Dance at Connie Morella Library
Ages All ages · Get free tickets at the library or online before the event.
Play & Learn
Jewelry-Making Craft Night at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at the Gaithersburg Library on August 4 at 7 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Duplo Construction Crew at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on August 4 at 8 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Summer Crafternoons at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in any Tuesday afternoon, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Chess Club at McGee Library in Silver Spring
Ages All ages · Drop in on August 4 at 8:30 pm at the McGee Library; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Biology with Scientist Bella at Rockville Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on August 4, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Wed5Aug
Learn About Library Services for Blind & Print Disabled at McGee Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at the library on August 5, no registration needed.
Care & Parenting
Stay & Play and Learn at Long Branch Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Long Branch Library on August 5 at 3:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Crafternoon at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on Wednesdays at 4 pm; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Dino-themed Drop-in Crafts at Aspen Hill Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on August 5, 2026, between 5 and 6 pm; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Thu6Aug
Storytime at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Bohrer Park on August 6 at 1:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Kindergarten Readiness Storytime at Wheaton Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Wheaton Library on August 6 at 2:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Fire Safety Info Table at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on August 6, 5–6 pm; no registration needed.
Community
Thursday Afternoon Adventures at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in any Thursday at 6 pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Movie Bingo & Snacks: Super Mario Galaxy at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on August 6 at 6 pm; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Imitate an Illustrator: Winona Nelson at Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Marilyn J. Praisner Library on August 6 at 7 PM.
Play & Learn
Dinosaur Detectives at Wheaton Library for Grades 3-5
Ages Elementary · Register online at the MCPL events page
Play & Learn
Wildlife Detectives: Live Animals at Chevy Chase Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Chevy Chase Library on August 6 at 7 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Firefly Nightlight Craft at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at the Marilyn J. Praisner Library on August 6 from 5-6 pm.
Play & Learn
Hatchlings: Early Learning Workshop for New Parents at Potomac Library
Ages 0–3 · Register online for the 3-session workshop
Care & Parenting
Fri7Aug
Build It! Lego Drop-In at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on August 7, 2026, at 2:30 pm; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Kindergarten Prep Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on August 7 at 3:00 PM.
Play & Learn
LEGO Afternoon at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at the Gaithersburg Library on August 7, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Diggin' for Dinosaurs with Culture Queen at Kensington Park Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on August 7 at 6 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dinosaur Spelling Bee at Germantown Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Germantown Library on August 7, 2026.
Play & Learn
Sat8Aug
3rd Annual Big Bloom Festival in Silver Spring
Ages All ages · Drop in on August 8, no registration needed.
Play & LearnFree
Silly Songs & Stories at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at 2:30 pm on August 8; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Free Play Date at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in anytime between 10:30am and 12:00pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Science Heroes STEM Show at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on August 8 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Wildlife Adventures: Digging for Clues at Quince Orchard Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on August 8 at 3 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Teen Movies at the Library: Superman
Ages All ages
Community
Board Games @ White Oak Library- In-person
Ages All ages
Community
Pokémon Trading Card Club
Ages All ages
Community
Puzzle Races! - In-person
Ages All ages
Community
Puzzle Race: followed by Puzzle Swap
Ages All ages
Community
Summer Crafts with ScribbleArtz
Ages All ages
Community
Crafts at the Library: Firefly Nightlights! - In Person
Ages All ages
Community
Free Ice Cream Cone with Cops & Fire-Rescue in Gaithersburg
Ages All ages · Drop in Saturday, Aug. 8, at Ice Cream Worx — no sign-up needed.
Community
Sun9Aug
A Dino ate the Exit!
Ages All ages
Community
Chess Open Play at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on August 9 between 4-5:50pm, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
A Dino ate the Exit! Escape Room at Rockville Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Attend at Rockville Memorial Library on August 9, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Play & Learn
Dino Escape Room at Rockville Library
Ages All ages · Check the library's event page for registration details and mark your calendar.
Play & Learn
Mon10Aug
Block Party at Davis Library for Ages 5 and Under
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Davis Library on August 10 at 2:30 PM; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Infants & Toddlers Program Info Table at Little Falls Library (Aug 10)
Ages 0–3 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on August 10, 2026, at 3 pm.
Care & Parenting
STEAM at Olney Library: Volcanoes!
Ages Elementary · Check the library's event page for registration details.
Play & Learn
Math Explorers at Potomac Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Potomac Library on August 10, 2026 at 5 PM.
Play & Learn
Red Cup Stacking Challenge at Olney Library
Ages All ages · Drop by Olney Library today at 4 p.m. to join the challenge.
Play & Learn
Tue11Aug
Animation Workshop at Wheaton Library Teen Media Lab
Ages Middle · High school · Register online through Montgomery County Public Libraries events calendar.
Play & Learn
Resin Art Workshop for Teens at Long Branch Library
Ages High school · Attend the workshop on August 11 at 6 PM at Long Branch Library.
Play & Learn
Learn How a Kid's Curiosity Uncovered History at Locust Grove Nature Center
Ages All ages · Attend the free talk on August 11, 2026, at Gaithersburg Library at 7 PM; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Duplo Construction Crew at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on August 11, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Teen Art Club at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Crafternoon at Potomac Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Potomac Library on Aug 11 at 5 p.m. — no registration needed.
Play & Learn
The Basics Info Table for Parents of Young Kids at Praisner Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Marilyn J. Praisner Library on Aug. 11 at 3 p.m. — no registration needed.
Care & Parenting
Wed12Aug
Montgomery College Info Table at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at the library lobby on August 12 between 2 and 4 p.m.
School
Family Storytime at Damascus Community Recreation Center
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in Wednesday afternoons at 2:15 PM; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Dinosaur Pop-Up Museum at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on August 12 starting at 2:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Puzzle Race at Kensington Park Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Register online at the library's event page
Play & Learn
Echoes of Nature: Jurassic Jaunt at Long Branch Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Long Branch Library on August 12, 2026 at 7 PM.
Play & Learn
Weekly Crafternoon at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in during the scheduled time; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dino-Mite Drop-In Crafts at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in during program hours on August 12, no registration required.
Play & Learn
Back-to-School Supply Swap at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Stop by the library Aug. 12 with supplies to donate, or just come take what you need.
Camps & Seasonal
Thu13Aug
Storytime at Bohrer Park
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Montgomery College Info Table at Aspen Hill Library
Ages High school · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on August 13, 2026, 2-4 pm. No registration needed.
School
Music and Movement at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Get free tickets at the library or online in advance.
Play & Learn
Mini Comic Workshop at Wheaton Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at the Teen Media Lab, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Music and Movement at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Pick up free tickets at the library or register online before the event.
Play & Learn
Resin Art Workshop for Teens at Rockville Library
Ages Middle · High school · Check library for registration details.
Play & Learn
AI and Your Digital Life at Quince Orchard Library
Ages High school · Register on MCPL website for free event
Play & Learn
Monsters University Movie & Craft at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Imitate an Illustrator: Sam Winston at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Check MCPL website for registration or drop-in details
Play & Learn
LEGO and Duplo Construction at Olney Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Olney Library on Thursday, Aug. 13, at 4 p.m. for LEGO building.
Play & Learn
Dinosaur Babies Puppet Show at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Wheaton Library on Aug. 13 at 4 p.m. for the puppet show.
Play & Learn
Teen Gaming Club at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Middle · High school · Send your teen to the free drop-in program at the Aspen Hill Library on August 13 at 4 p.m.
Play & Learn
LEGO Builders at Kensington Park Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on Aug 13 at 4:30 p.m. for the LEGO session.
Play & Learn
Fidget Trading at Davis Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in with fidgets at Davis Library on Aug. 13 at 5 p.m.
Play & Learn
Back to School Bingo at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at the library on Aug 13 at 5 pm; check MCPL events page to confirm no registration is needed.
Camps & Seasonal
Hatchlings: Playful Learning Workshop for New Parents at Potomac Library
Ages 0–3 · Register once for the three-session series before Aug 6
Care & Parenting
Already Booked Book Club for Ages 9-12 at Germantown Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Attend the Already Booked Book Club at Germantown Library on Aug 13 at 6:30 p.m.
Play & Learn
Coding With Python for Ages 10–14 at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Check the MCPL online events calendar to register for the course.
Play & Learn
Dreamtime Dance Party at White Oak Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at White Oak Library on Aug 13 at 7 p.m.
Play & Learn
Fri14Aug
Drop-In Brick Building at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library on Aug 14 starting at 2:30 p.m.
Play & Learn
Drop-in Play Date at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Olney Library on August 14 at 2:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
STEMusic Concert at Long Branch Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Long Branch Library on Aug. 14 for the free concert; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
STEMusic Concert at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Head to Gaithersburg Library on Aug 14 at 6 p.m. to catch the free concert.
Play & Learn
Resin Art Workshop for Teens at Rockville Library
Ages Middle · High school · Check the MCPL event page to confirm registration and details.
Play & Learn
LEGO Afternoon at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop by Gaithersburg Library at 6 PM on Aug 14; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Montgomery County Agricultural Fair Returns Aug. 14-22 in Gaithersburg
Ages All ages · Check the fair's schedule closer to opening day for times and ticket info.
Play & Learn
The Basics Info Table at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop by the information table at the library on Aug. 14; no registration needed.
Care & Parenting
Preschool Play and Learn at Twinbrook Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Twinbrook Library at 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 14.
Play & Learn
Spanish/English Bilingual Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Reserve tickets for the Aug 14 bilingual storytime at Connie Morella Library.
Play & Learn
Spanish-English Bilingual Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Check MCPL's event listing or call Connie Morella Library for ticket details before Aug 14.
Play & Learn
Build with LEGO and Duplos at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on Friday afternoons, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Montgomery County Agricultural Fair opens Aug. 14
Ages All ages · Check the fair website for hours, pricing, and daily attractions.
Play & Learn
Sat15Aug
Magic Duel Comedy Show in Bethesda
Ages All ages · Show up at The Writer's Center on August 15 at 5 PM; no registration needed.
Play & LearnFree
Drop-In Vinyl Art for Families at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library during the event; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Drumming Basics: Brazilian Rhythms at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15.
Play & Learn
Audio Wonder Room: Sound Science at Rockville Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on Aug 15 at 2 PM, no sign-up needed.
Play & Learn
STEM Explorers: Make Your Own Dinosaur Egg at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on Aug 15 at 10:30 a.m.
Play & Learn
Free Play Date at Maggie Nightingale Library in Poolesville
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in anytime between 10:30 a.m. and noon; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Drop-In Play Date at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Olney Library at 10:30 a.m. on Aug. 15 — no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Cabin John Miniature Train turns 60 with half-price rides
Ages All ages · Show up at Cabin John Miniature Train on Aug 15 and buy $2 tickets on-site.
Camps & Seasonal$2 per person
Little Explorers: Crickets at Brookside Nature Center
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Register each child online in advance; a guardian must attend.
Play & Learn$7.00
LEGO & DUPLO Play at Chevy Chase Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Chevy Chase Library during the session on Aug 15 — no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Animals Around the World at Olney Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Olney Library on Aug. 15 at 3 p.m. for the free animal program.
Play & Learn
Music-Themed Children's Story Time at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at the library for the free story time on Aug. 15 at 3 p.m.
Play & Learn
Rhythmaya Dance at Aspen Hill Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library at 11 a.m. on Aug. 15.
Play & Learn
Children's Dance Party at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop by the children’s area at Rockville Memorial Library ready to dance.
Play & Learn
Silent Disco for Teens at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on Aug. 15 for the teen silent disco.
Play & Learn
Back-to-School Clothing Swap at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Bring clean, gently used clothing to Wheaton Library on Aug. 15 and take home free back-to-school pieces.
Camps & Seasonal
Roy Moy STEMusic at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Head to Rockville Memorial Library on Aug. 15 at 5 p.m. to catch the show.
Play & Learn
Silent Disco Party 2 for Teens at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on Aug. 15 at 6 p.m.; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Rock Painting at Germantown Library
Ages Elementary · Arrive 30 minutes early to pick up free tickets.
Play & Learn
Pokémon Club for Kids at Twinbrook Library
Ages Elementary · Check the MCPL events page for details, then plan to go to Twinbrook Library on Aug. 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Play & Learn
Summer Crafts with ScribbleArtz at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Check MCPL's events calendar for details, then head to Gaithersburg Library on Aug. 15.
Play & Learn
Captain Tomado Magic Show at Davis Library
Ages All ages · Arrive early for seating; call Davis Library to confirm details.
Play & Learn
Wildlife Detectives: Digging for Clues at Kensington Park Library
Ages Elementary · Check the library's online event listing for age/registration details.
Play & Learn
Family Movie: 'Hoppers' at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages All ages · Stop by Maggie Nightingale Library at 3 p.m. on Aug. 15 for the screening.
Play & Learn
Sun16Aug
Sunday Fun Day at Wheaton Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Wheaton Library for the playtime, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition Virtual Game (Aug 16)
Ages All ages · Register in advance through MCPL's online events calendar.
Play & Learn
Twig Sailboats: Library Craft for Kids 4-12
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Middle · Check the MCPL events page for details on the Aug. 16 program at Wheaton Library.
Play & Learn
Dinosaur Escape Room Celebrates End of Summer Reading in Rockville
Ages Middle · High school · Drop by Rockville Memorial Library’s Teen Space at 6 pm tonight for the escape room.
Play & Learn
Mon17Aug
Origami Craft Kits for Teens at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Drop by Gaithersburg Library on Aug 17 to pick up a kit.
Play & Learn
Block Party at Davis Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Davis Library at 2:30 p.m. on Aug. 17, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Write to Right Social Justice Writing Workshop at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Middle · High school · Check MCPL's events calendar for registration details.
Play & Learn
T-Rex Tea Party for Summer Reading Finishers at Olney Library
Ages Elementary · Bring your reader to Olney Library on Aug 17 at 4 p.m.
Play & Learn
Hooked! Teen Crochet Hour at Wheaton Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Wheaton Library on Aug. 17; call ahead to confirm details.
Play & Learn
Seashell Shadowbox Craft at Davis Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Davis Library on Aug. 17 at 6 p.m.; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Stedwick Pool Reopens Aug. 17 After $4.8M Renovation
Ages All ages · Arrive by noon on Aug. 17 to see the newly renovated pool.
Play & Learn
Ag Fair in Gaithersburg runs through Aug. 22, with sensory-friendly Monday
Ages All ages · Bring kids 11 and under free; for a quieter visit, go Monday morning before 1 p.m.
Camps & Seasonal
Professional days for teachers
Ages All ages
School
Tue18Aug
Family Storytime at Davis Library for Kids of All Ages
Ages All ages · Drop in at Davis Library on Aug. 18 at 2:30 pm.
Play & Learn
Get Messy! Baby-Toddler Art at Wheaton Library
Ages 0–3 · Check the Wheaton Library events page to confirm and reserve a spot before Aug. 18.
Play & Learn
Ancient Air: A Prehistoric Bubble Adventure at Twinbrook Library
Ages All ages · Check MCPL's event page to confirm registration, then attend at Twinbrook Library on Aug. 18 at 11 a.m.
Play & Learn
Teen Writing Workshop for Social Change at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Middle · High school · Sign up through the Montgomery County Public Libraries events page
Play & Learn
Duplo Construction Crew at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Stop by Little Falls Library during the event.
Play & Learn
Ancient Air: Prehistoric Bubble Adventure at White Oak Library
Ages All ages · Confirm details on the MCPL events page, then join at White Oak Library on Aug. 18 at 8 p.m.
Play & Learn
Chess Club (In-Person) at McGee Library
Ages All ages · Stop by the McGee Library on Aug. 18 at 4:30 p.m. to join the chess club.
Play & Learn
Board Games and Nintendo Switch at Long Branch Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Long Branch Library at 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 18.
Play & Learn
Build-a-Dino with Marshmallows at Potomac Library
Ages All ages · Drop by Potomac Library on Aug. 18 at 4:30 p.m. for the build.
Play & Learn
College Application Timeline Talk for Teens and Parents
Ages Middle · High school · Check the MCPL events calendar to confirm details and register if requested.
School
Biology with Scientist Bella at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Bring the kids to Rockville Memorial Library at 6:30 PM on Aug. 18.
Play & Learn
Teen Advisory Board at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at the library on Aug. 18 at 6 p.m.
Community
Wed19Aug
Little Explorers: Crickets at Brookside Nature Center
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Register each child online for the Aug 19 session; a guardian must attend.
Play & Learn$7.00
Move-Along Storytime at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Confirm on the MCPL events page, then drop in.
Play & Learn
Crafts for Kids at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at the library on Aug 19; supplies are first come, first served.
Play & Learn
Social Justice Writing Workshop at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Middle · High school · Check the MCPL events calendar to register and confirm the full schedule.
Play & Learn
Weekly Crafternoon at White Oak Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at White Oak Library for the weekly Crafternoon.
Play & Learn
Coding with Python at Potomac Library (Ages 10-14)
Ages Elementary · Middle · Register online at Montgomery County Public Libraries' events page.
Play & Learn
Middle School Book Club at Connie Morella Library
Ages Middle · Get a copy of 'A Year Down Yonder' and call the library to confirm registration details.
Play & Learn
Preschool Play and Learn at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at the Marilyn J. Praisner Library at 3 p.m. on Aug. 19.
Play & Learn
Spanish-English Bilingual Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Attend the 2 p.m. storytime at Gaithersburg Library on Aug. 19.
Play & Learn
LEGO and Duplo Building at Connie Morella Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Connie Morella Library on Aug. 19 at 4 p.m.
Play & Learn
Teen Bracelet-Making at McGee Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at the library at 8 p.m. on Aug. 19; supplies are provided.
Play & Learn
Thu20Aug
Morning at the Stream at Brookside Nature Center
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Register online at the Montgomery Parks event page; no registration needed for under 3.
Play & Learn$7.00
Storytime at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Bring a blanket and drop in at Bohrer Park for the 1:30 pm storytime.
Play & Learn
Meet Montgomery College Staff at Twinbrook Library
Ages High school · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on Aug. 20 at 3 p.m.; no registration needed.
School
Music and Movement for Young Kids at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Get a free ticket at the library before the program
Play & Learn
Write to Right: Social Justice Writing Workshop at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Middle · High school · Check the MCPL events calendar and register if slots are open.
Play & Learn
Thursday Afternoon Adventures at McGee Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at McGee Library on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 20, or check the MCPL events calendar for each week's activity.
Community
Build, Play, Create: Python Game-Making Program at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Check Montgomery County Public Libraries' events page for registration.
Play & Learn
Learn to Illustrate Like Delreé Dumont at Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Check the MCPL events page for registration details
Play & Learn
Warhammer Club for Tweens and Teens at Little Falls Library
Ages Middle · High school · Arrive at Little Falls Library by 8 p.m. on Aug. 20; supplies are provided.
Play & Learn
DIY Hot Air Balloon STEM Craft at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Bring your child to the library at 5 p.m. on Aug. 20; call ahead if you want to confirm age limits.
Play & Learn
Teen Creative Writing Workshop at Davis Library
Ages Middle · High school · Check the library's online calendar for registration requirements.
Play & Learn
STEM Challenge at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Drop by Rockville Memorial Library on Aug. 20 for the STEM Challenge
Play & Learn
Summer Reading Finishers' Party in Poolesville: Pizza, Bowling and Bingo
Ages All ages · Take your summer reading finishers to the party at Maggie Nightingale Library on Aug. 20 at 6 p.m.
Play & Learn
Hatchlings: Playful Development Workshop for New Parents at Potomac Library
Ages 0–3 · Register online for the remaining Hatchlings sessions on the MCPL events calendar.
Care & Parenting
Dreamtime Dance Party at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Bring the kids to White Oak Library on Aug. 20 for the evening dance party and bedtime story.
Play & Learn
Music and Movement at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Pick up a ticket at Little Falls Library before the program.
Play & Learn
Fri21Aug
Build It! at White Oak Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at White Oak Library at 2:30 PM; no sign-up required.
Play & Learn
Write to Right: Social Justice Writing Workshop
Ages Middle · High school · Check the Montgomery County Public Libraries calendar to confirm age range and registration for this workshop.
Play & Learn
LEGO® Afternoon at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on Aug. 21 at 6 p.m.; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO and Duplo Building at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on Friday, Aug 21, at 3:30 pm.
Play & Learn
Montgomery College Info Table at Gaithersburg Library
Ages High school · Stop by the Gaithersburg Library lobby on Aug. 21 to speak with Montgomery College staff.
School
Drop-in Play Date at Olney Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Olney Library on Friday, Aug 21 at 2:30 pm — no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Sat22Aug
MCPS Back to School Fairs on Aug. 22 at Six High Schools
Ages All ages · Check the MCPS website to find your school's region and host high school for Aug. 22.
Camps & Seasonal
Play Date at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Free Drop-In Playtime at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in anytime between 10:30 a.m. and noon; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Jenn's Uncommon Critters Visits Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Check the MCPL events page for registration details before heading to Rockville Memorial Library.
Play & Learn
Free Parent Workshop on Back-to-School Transition in Silver Spring
Ages All ages · Attend the free presentation at the McGee Library on Aug. 22.
Care & Parenting
Teen Mindfulness and Resilience Workshop at Germantown Library
Ages Middle · High school · Reserve a spot on the MCPL events calendar
Care & Parenting
SAT Reading and Math Practice at Quince Orchard Library
Ages High school · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on Aug. 22 at 5 p.m.; no registration needed.
School
DIY Hot Air Balloons at Praisner Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Check the library's event page for age recommendations and registration details.
Play & Learn
MCPS Back-to-School Fairs Set for Aug. 22 Across Six Regions
Ages All ages · Visit the MCPS website to find your region's fair and mark Aug. 22 on your calendar.
Camps & Seasonal
Teen Advisory Board at Little Falls Library
Ages Middle · High school · Encourage your teen to attend the meeting at Little Falls Library on Aug. 22 at 2 p.m.
Play & Learn
MCPS Back-to-School Fairs Start Saturday, Aug. 22
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Check the MCPS website for fair locations and times.
Camps & Seasonal
Sun23Aug
Wheaton Regional Park Hosts 12th Annual Friendship Picnic
Ages All ages · Drop in at Wheaton Regional Park on Aug. 23; no registration needed.
Camps & Seasonal
Germantown Back to School Giveaway at Northwest High
Ages Elementary · Middle · High school · Just drop in on Sunday, Aug. 23 — no registration needed.
Camps & Seasonal
Mon24Aug
Infants and Toddlers Program Info Table at Kensington Park Library
Ages 0–3 · Drop by Kensington Park Library on Aug. 24 at 2 p.m. to talk with the program representative.
Care & Parenting
Block Party at Davis Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Davis Library on Aug. 24 at 2:30 p.m.
Play & Learn
Chess Club at White Oak Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at White Oak Library on Aug. 24 at 8 p.m.; kids under 11 should come with an adult.
Play & Learn
Student Transition Day
Ages All ages
School
Tue25Aug
Wed26Aug
Spanish-English Bilingual Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on Aug. 26 at 2 p.m.
Play & Learn
Try Virtual Reality Headsets at Olney Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop by Olney Library at 5 pm on Aug 26 to try a VR headset.
Play & Learn
Virtual Reality Headset Demo at Olney Library
Ages High school · Drop by Olney Library for the VR demo on Aug 26 at 1:30 PM.
Play & Learn
Try Virtual Reality at Olney Library for MCPL's 75th Anniversary
Ages High school · Attend the VR demo at Olney Library on Aug. 26 at 7 p.m.
Play & Learn
LEGO and Duplo Building at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at the library on Wednesday afternoons during the program time.
Play & Learn
YA Author Anna Bright on Writing Careers at McGee Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at McGee Library on Aug. 26 at 8 p.m.; no registration or ticket needed.
Play & Learn
Olney Library Debate Club for Teens
Ages Middle · High school · Check the Olney Library event listing for details and sign-up.
School
Thu27Aug
Storytime at Bohrer Park, Hosted by Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Bohrer Park on Aug 27 at 9:30 am; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
My First Art Class at Potomac Library
Ages 0–3 · Check the MCPL event page for registration requirements.
Play & Learn
Music and Movement for Young Kids at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Get a ticket at Little Falls Library before Aug. 27.
Play & Learn
Warhammer Club for Tweens and Teens at Little Falls Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Little Falls Library on Aug. 27 at 4 p.m.
Play & Learn
Thursday Afternoon Adventures at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at McGee Library on Thursday afternoons.
Play & Learn
Board Games, Puzzles and Nintendo Switch at Long Branch Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Long Branch Library on Aug 27 at 4:30 PM; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Music & Movement at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Pick up a free ticket at Little Falls Library before the program.
Play & Learn
Virtual Parent Q&A with Pediatric Associates of Montgomery County
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Register via Montgomery County Public Libraries' events calendar to get the virtual link.
Care & Parenting
Fri28Aug
Preschool Dance Party at Long Branch Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Long Branch Library on Aug 28 at 3 p.m., no registration required.
Play & Learn
Dance and Stories with Metropolitan Ballet Theatre
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Sign up on the Montgomery County Public Libraries events calendar; registration is required.
Play & Learn
Bilingual Spanish/English Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Get tickets before the event; space is limited.
Play & Learn
Spanish/English Bilingual Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Pick up a free ticket at the library before the storytime start.
Play & Learn
Drop-in Play Date at Olney Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Olney Library on Aug 28 anytime between 2:30 and 3:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Preschool Play and Learn at Twinbrook Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Twinbrook Library at 7:30 pm on Aug. 28.
Play & Learn
Sat29Aug
Magic Duel Comedy Show in Bethesda
Ages Elementary · Middle · Buy tickets online at bethesda.org
Play & LearnFree
Raptor Caretaker Chat at Meadowside Nature Center
Ages All ages · Attend the 2 p.m. caretaker chat at Meadowside Nature Center on Aug. 29
Play & Learn$0.00
Maryland Renaissance Festival Opens Its 50th Season Aug. 29
Ages All ages · Check the festival website for hours, tickets, and the schedule.
Camps & Seasonal
Free Play Date at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in anytime between 10:30 a.m. and noon on Aug. 29, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Play Date at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at 2:30 PM on Aug. 29 — no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO Challenge at Little Falls Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Little Falls Library on Aug. 29 at 6:30 p.m.
Play & Learn
Sun30Aug
GIMP Shape Art Workshop for Ages 8-12 at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Bring your child to the McGee Library's 5th Floor Conference Room on Aug. 30 at 6 p.m.
Play & Learn
Creative Art Adventures at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Middle · High school · Bring your teen to the Rockville Memorial Library Teen Space on Aug. 30 at 3 p.m.
Play & Learn
Robotics Course for Teens at Rockville Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register via the MCPL events calendar.
Play & Learn
1-on-1 Basketball Showcase at Dogwood Park in Rockville
Ages All ages · Drop in at Dogwood Park on Aug. 30, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Mon31Aug
Tue1Sep
Book Bedazzling at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library's Teen Space on Sept. 1.
Play & Learn
In-Person Chess Club at McGee Library in Silver Spring
Ages All ages · Drop in at McGee Library on Sept. 1 at 4:30 p.m. and ask at the desk to join the chess club.
Play & Learn
Make Beadable Pens and Journals at Praisner Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at the Marilyn J. Praisner Library on Sept. 1 at 5 PM.
Play & Learn
Teen Tuesday Kick-Off Party at Kensington Park Library
Ages Middle · High school · Stop by Kensington Park Library on Sept. 1 for the Teen Tuesday kick-off.
Play & Learn
Montgomery College Info Table at Gaithersburg Library
Ages High school · Drop by the Gaithersburg Library lobby on Sept. 1 to talk with Montgomery College staff.
School
Drop-in Play for Young Children at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Little Falls Library on Tuesday, Sept. 1, at 10:30 a.m.; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Wed2Sep
Teen Lounge: Free After-School Hangout Wednesdays in Rockville
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in on Wednesdays after school at the Rockville Library Teen Space; no registration needed.
Community
Book Clubs for Kids Open House at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at the open house at White Oak Library on Sept. 2
Play & Learn
Boogie Woogie Wednesday at Kensington Park Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Kensington Park Library at 6 p.m. on Sept. 2 for the music-and-movement session.
Play & Learn
Preschool Play and Learn at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages 3–5 · Stop by the library's children's area at 3 p.m. on Sept. 2 with your preschooler.
Play & Learn
Coloring Social at Germantown Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Germantown Library on Sept. 2 at 4 p.m.; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Thu3Sep
Parent & Tot Skate and Craft at Wheaton Ice Arena
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Wheaton Ice Arena at 10:45 am; $5 per child-parent pair includes skate rental.
Play & Learn$5 paid at the ice rink for skating admission
Preschool Dance Party at Twinbrook Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Twinbrook Library on Sept. 3 at 2:30 p.m.
Play & Learn
Storytime at Bohrer Park with Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Check the library's events page for storytime details and any weather changes.
Play & Learn
Sensory Space for Teens & Adults at Germantown Library
Ages Middle · High school · Mark your calendar and head to the Germantown Library at 8 p.m. on Sept. 3 for the session.
Care & Parenting
Thursday Afternoon Adventures Start Sept. 3 at McGee Library
Ages All ages · Check the MCPL events calendar for the week's theme and drop in at McGee Library on Thursday afternoon.
Play & Learn
Crafternoon at Wheaton Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Wheaton Library on September 3 at 4:15 PM — no registration needed.
Play & Learn
My First Book Club for K-1 Readers at Connie Morella Library
Ages Elementary · Bring your K-1 reader to Connie Morella Library at 8:15 p.m. on Sept. 3.
Play & Learn
Warhammer Club for Tweens and Teens at Little Falls Library
Ages Middle · High school · Stop by Little Falls Library on Sept. 3 at 8 p.m. to play.
Play & Learn
Little Falls Teen Writers' Club Meets Online Sept. 3
Ages Middle · High school · Register through the MCPL events calendar to get the virtual link.
Play & Learn
Fri4Sep
Music and Movement for Babies and Toddlers at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · Bring your baby or toddler to the free music and movement session at Olney Library on Sept. 4 at 2:30 p.m.
Play & Learn
Apple Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on Sept. 4 at 11 a.m. for the storytime.
Play & Learn
High School Football Kicks Off Tonight: Quince Orchard vs. Paint Branch
Ages High school · Check Quince Orchard's athletics page for tonight's kickoff time.
Play & Learn
Sat5Sep
Learn to Ride Bikes at Fairland Recreational Park
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Register with Montgomery Parks to reserve a spot or a loaner bike.
Play & Learn$0.00
Yoga Sprouts at Brookside Gardens
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Bring a yoga mat and arrive at Brookside Gardens by 10 a.m. on Sept. 5; check the Montgomery Parks site for any registration requirements.
Play & Learn$7.00
Childcare Sign-Up for Crabs, Creeks & Cold Brews at Meadowside
Ages All ages · Register the adult 21+ for the main event first, then add children to childcare—spots are capped at 14.
Play & Learn$0.00
School of Rock Rockville Grand Opening Celebration on Sept. 5
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at School of Rock Rockville on Sept. 5 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for the free grand opening celebration.
Play & Learn
Play Date at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in anytime between 10:30 a.m. and noon, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Superb Saturday STEAM: Ice Cream Lab at Kensington Park Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Stop by the Kensington Park Library on Sept. 5 at 3 p.m., or check MCPL's events calendar for updates.
Play & Learn
LEGO Afternoon at Gaithersburg Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on Sept. 5 at 6 p.m. — no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Back to School STEM at Little Falls Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Attend the STEM program at Little Falls Library on Sept. 5 at 6 p.m.
Play & Learn
Blue Whale Craft at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Check the library's event listing to confirm registration and drop in at 7 p.m.
Play & Learn
Sensory Storytelling at Little Falls Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Register through the Montgomery County Public Libraries events calendar
Play & Learn
LEGO Free Play at Germantown Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Germantown Library for LEGO building, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Anime Food Festival Takes Over Rockville Town Center Sept. 5
Ages All ages · Just show up — free admission, no registration needed.
Camps & Seasonal
Mon7Sep
Paint the Town Art Exhibit & Sale at Kensington Town Hall
Ages All ages · Stop by the free exhibit and sale on Sept. 7 at Kensington Town Hall.
Play & LearnFree
Gaithersburg Labor Day Parade Steps Off Sept. 7 on New Route
Ages All ages · Check the city's website for the updated parade route and street closures before Sept. 7.
Camps & Seasonal
Kensington's 59th Labor Day Parade and Festival is Sept. 7
Ages All ages · Arrive early along the parade route for a good viewing spot.
Camps & Seasonal
Labor Day - Schools and offices closed
Ages All ages
School
Tue8Sep
Outdoor Drop-Off Preschool Program at Black Hill Discovery Center
Ages 3–5 · Register online through Montgomery Parks for the 25-session program.
Play & Learn$625.00
STEAM Club at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Check the MCPL events page for the theme and any registration details.
Play & Learn
Teen Movie Night at Kensington Park Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Kensington Park Library at 5 p.m. on Sept. 8; no registration listed.
Play & Learn
Crafternoon at Potomac Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Potomac Library for the craft program.
Play & Learn
Painted Rock Tic-Tac-Toe Craft at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages All ages · Check the MCPL events page to confirm the session and head to the library at 5 p.m. on Sept. 8.
Play & Learn
Teen Writers' Group at Potomac Library
Ages Middle · High school · Check Potomac Library's events page for registration details before Sept. 8.
Play & Learn
Toddler Storytime with Songs, Books and Movement at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · Pick up free tickets at the library before the program; space is limited.
Play & Learn
County Offers Virtual 988 Day Session Sept. 8
Ages All ages · Check Montgomery County's official channels for the link to join the virtual 988 Day session on Sept. 8.
Care & Parenting
Wed9Sep
Family Storytime at Damascus Community Recreation Center
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at 25520 Oak Drive in Damascus at 2:15 p.m. for the storytime.
Play & Learn
Teen Lounge Wednesdays at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in Wednesdays after school at the Teen Space — no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Movie Night Volunteers at McGee Library (Teens & Tweens)
Ages Middle · High school · Register in advance for a volunteer spot through Montgomery County Public Libraries
Play & Learn
Family Movie Night: Fantastic Mr. Fox at McGee Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 9.
Play & Learn
Book Crew for K-1 Beginning Readers at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Bring your kindergartner or first grader to the children's area at White Oak Library on Sept. 9 at 5 p.m.
Play & Learn
Teen Volunteer Hour at Wheaton Library
Ages Middle · High school · Send your teen to the Teen Media Lab at Wheaton Library on Sept. 9 at 5:30 p.m. to join the volunteer hour.
Community
Hatchlings: New Parent Workshop at Germantown Library
Ages 0–3 · Register online for the 3-session series.
Care & Parenting
No Shelf Control! Book Club (Grades 4-6) at Connie Morella Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Check MCPL's events page for details and drop in to the Connie Morella Library on Sept. 9.
Play & Learn
Puzzle Club at Germantown Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Attend at 8 p.m. on Sept. 9 at Germantown Library.
Play & Learn
Meadowside Nature Center Reopening Celebration Set for Sept. 9
Ages All ages · Drop in at Meadowside Nature Center on Sept. 9 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to explore the renovated space.
Play & Learn
Spanish-English Bilingual Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on Sept. 9 at 10 a.m.
Play & Learn
Thu10Sep
Free Virtual Workshop: Breastfeeding and the Return to Work
Ages 0–3 · Register on the Montgomery County Public Libraries events page to receive the virtual meeting link.
Care & Parenting
Montgomery College Information Table at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on Sept. 10 starting at 7 p.m.; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Thursday Afternoon Adventures at McGee Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at McGee Library any Thursday afternoon; check the library's calendar for the week's theme.
Play & Learn
Teen Open Studio at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in Sept 10 at 8 p.m. at Quince Orchard Library; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
LEGO Builders at Kensington Park Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Drop in at Kensington Park Library on Sept. 10 at 4:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Germantown Library Hosts Volunteer Hour for Teens
Ages Middle · High school · Bring your teen to the Germantown Library on Sept. 10 at 4:30 p.m. for the volunteer hour.
Care & Parenting
Beehive Card Craft at the Praisner Library
Ages All ages · Confirm program details on the MCPL events calendar before Sept. 10.
Play & Learn
Beyond the Board Game Night at Connie Morella Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Connie Morella Library on the second Thursday of the month; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Breastfeeding and the Return to Work (Virtual MCPL Event)
Ages 0–3 · Sign up on the MCPL events page to get the virtual link.
Care & Parenting
Dreamtime Dance Party at White Oak Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Check the MCPL events calendar to confirm details and any registration requirements.
Play & Learn
Warhammer Club for Tweens & Teens at Little Falls Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Little Falls Library on Sept. 10; supplies and instruction are provided.
Play & Learn
Fri11Sep
Meadowside Nature Center Celebration
Ages All ages · Drop in starting at 11 a.m. at Meadowside Nature Center.
Play & Learn$0.00
Yoga Storytime for Kids Under 5 at Little Falls Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Bring your child to Little Falls Library on Sept. 11 at 2:30 p.m. for the free session.
Play & Learn
Preschool Play and Learn at Twinbrook Library
Ages 3–5 · Drop in at Twinbrook Library at 7:30 pm on Sept 11
Play & Learn
Spanish/English Bilingual Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Contact Connie Morella Library to get tickets before the event.
Play & Learn
Spanish/English Bilingual Storytime at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Get free tickets from the library before the program.
Play & Learn
Sat12Sep
Nature Yoga for Little Ones at Brookside Gardens
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Check the Montgomery Parks event page to register and confirm fees.
Play & Learn$7.00
Raptor Caretaker Chats at Meadowside Nature Center
Ages All ages · Drop in at Meadowside Nature Center on Sept. 12 at 2 p.m. for the chat.
Play & Learn$0.00
Play Date at Olney Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Olney Library on September 12 at 2:30 PM; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Play Date at the Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at the library between 10:30 a.m. and noon; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Playtime with Craft at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on Sept. 12 at 2:30 PM, no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Sensory Storytelling with ReadAbility at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Check the library's event listing to confirm whether registration is required, then plan to attend at Gaithersburg Library on Sept. 12 at 3 p.m.
Play & Learn
Time Capsule at Twinbrook Library
Ages All ages · Bring a small everyday keepsake and drop in at Twinbrook Library on Sept. 12 at 4 pm.
Play & Learn
Board Games at White Oak Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at White Oak Library at 5 PM on Sept. 12; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Science Saturday: Science Games at Maggie Nightingale Library
Ages Elementary · Register in advance; space is limited
Play & Learn
Beehive Card Craft at Marilyn J. Praisner Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at the Marilyn J. Praisner Library on Sept. 12 at 4 p.m.
Play & Learn
Sun13Sep
Creative Art Adventures for Teens at Rockville Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop by the Teen Space at Rockville Memorial Library on Sept 13 at 3 p.m. for the first workshop.
Play & Learn
Little Hands Signing with Kathy MacMillan at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Bring your little one to the Connie Morella Library at 6 p.m. on Sept. 13.
Play & Learn
Superman Smashes the Klan Book Club for Teens and Older Adults
Ages High school · Join the discussion at Wheaton Library on Sept. 13 at 6 p.m.; check MCPL's events page for room details.
Play & Learn
FIRST Robotics Intro at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register via the MCPL events calendar
Play & Learn
Kids Caucus: Voting-Themed Storytime at Olney Library
Ages All ages · Mark the calendar for 2:30 p.m. on Sept. 13 and stop by Olney Library.
Play & Learn
Origami Club at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on Sept. 13 at 6 p.m. for free origami folding.
Play & Learn
Sensory Storytime with ReadAbility at Germantown Library
Ages All ages · Arrive at the Germantown Library by 11 a.m. for the sensory storytime.
Play & Learn
Mon14Sep
Open Block Play at Davis Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Davis Library on Sept. 14 at 2:30 p.m.
Play & Learn
Teen Lounge at Davis Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Davis Library on September 14 at 6:45 p.m.
Play & Learn
Newspaper Bridge STEM Activity at Olney Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Olney Library on Sept. 14 to build your bridge.
Play & Learn
Chess Club at White Oak Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at White Oak Library on Sept. 14 at 8 p.m.; kids under 11 need an adult.
Play & Learn
Teen-Plus Chess Meetup at Germantown Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Germantown Library on Sept. 14 — no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Math Explorers for Grades 2-4 at Potomac Library
Ages Elementary · Check the MCPL events page for registration details.
Play & Learn
Wheaton Teen Time: Arts and Crafts at the Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at the Teen Media Lab on Sept. 14 at 5 p.m., no registration needed.
Play & Learn
College Essay Workshop at Connie Morella Library
Ages High school · Check the MCPL events page for time and registration.
School
Tue15Sep
Teen Art Club at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop by Aspen Hill Library on September 15 at 8 p.m. for the Teen Art Club.
Play & Learn
Cover to Cover! Grades 2-3 Book Club at Connie Morella Library
Ages Elementary · Check the MCPL events page for details and registration.
Play & Learn
Craft Tales: With Lots of Love at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on Sept. 15 at 8:30 p.m. for the free program.
Play & Learn
Game On! Board Games and Nintendo Switch at Long Branch Library
Ages All ages · Drop in at Long Branch Library on Sept. 15 for the game night.
Play & Learn
Homework Help at White Oak Library (Grades K-5)
Ages Elementary · Drop in with your K-5 student at White Oak Library on Sept. 15; no registration noted.
School
Study Skills and Academic Planning at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Middle · High school · Register on the MCPL events calendar
Care & Parenting
Intergenerational Graphic Novel Book Club at Gaithersburg Library
Ages High school · Contact Gaithersburg Library to confirm a spot and get the book.
Play & Learn
Read to a Dog with Bilingual Therapy Dog Kiwi
Ages Elementary · Check the Montgomery County Public Libraries calendar to confirm session details and registration.
Play & Learn
Wed16Sep
Storytime with the Animals at Meadowside Nature Center
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Check the Montgomery Parks event page for details.
Play & Learn$0.00
Family Storytime at Damascus Community Recreation Center
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at the Damascus Community Recreation Center on Sept. 16 at 2:15 p.m. for the storytime.
Play & Learn
Crafts for Kids With VisArts at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Drop in at the library's Children's Area on Sept. 16; supplies are first come, first served.
Play & Learn
Teen Lounge at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in Wednesdays after school; no registration needed.
Community
Teen Redacted Poetry Workshop at McGee Library
Ages Middle · High school · Check the MCPL events calendar for details and any registration requirement.
Play & Learn
Wild Readers Book Club for Grades 2 & 3 at White Oak Library
Ages Elementary · Check MCPL events for Wild Readers Book Club details and the current book.
Play & Learn
Hatchlings New-Parent Workshop at Germantown Library
Ages 0–3 · Register once for all three sessions
Care & Parenting
Middle School Book Club at Connie Morella Library
Ages Middle · Attend the Sept. 16 book club meeting at Connie Morella Library at 6:30 p.m.
Play & Learn
Spanish-English Bilingual Storytime at Gaithersburg Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Drop in at Gaithersburg Library on Sept. 16 at 2 p.m., no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Crafternoon at Germantown Library
Ages Elementary · Check the MCPL events calendar to confirm the session and see if registration is needed.
Play & Learn
Thu17Sep
Gaithersburg Library Storytime at Bohrer Park
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Bring the kids and a blanket to Bohrer Park on Sept. 17 at 2:30 p.m.
Play & Learn
Teen Gaming Club at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop by Aspen Hill Library at 4 p.m. on Sept. 17 for the gaming club.
Community
Hispanic Heritage Books and Zine Craft for Teens at Quince Orchard Library
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at Quince Orchard Library on Sept. 17; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Thursday Afternoon Adventures at McGee Library
Ages All ages · Head to the McGee Library children's area on a Thursday afternoon to join the activity.
Community
Pirate Boot Camp at Chevy Chase Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Chevy Chase Library on Sept. 17 at 4 p.m.
Play & Learn
Magic Tree House Book Club: Merlin Missions at Gaithersburg Library
Ages Elementary · Check the library's online calendar for the current Merlin Missions title and whether registration is needed before the Sept. 17 meeting.
Play & Learn
Summer Reading Finishers Ice Cream Chemistry Party at Kensington Park Library
Ages All ages · Drop by Kensington Park Library on Sept. 17 at 4:30 p.m. for the party.
Play & Learn
Practice Reading Out Loud to a Therapy Dog at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Check the Montgomery County Public Libraries events page or call Rockville Memorial Library to confirm the start time and registration policy.
Play & Learn
Teen Creative Writing Workshop at Davis Library
Ages Middle · High school · Check the MCPL events page for registration details for the workshop.
Play & Learn
Warhammer Club for Tweens and Teens at Little Falls Library
Ages Middle · High school · Mark Thursday, Sept. 17 and plan to arrive at Little Falls Library; no equipment or experience needed.
Play & Learn
Teen Nutrition Program at Potomac Library
Ages Middle · High school · Check the Montgomery County Public Libraries events calendar to confirm details and sign up if needed.
Care & Parenting
Already Booked Book Club for Ages 9-12 at Germantown Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Pick up a copy of Posted and join the discussion at Germantown Library on Sept. 17.
Play & Learn
Teen Writer's Club Meets Online Sept. 17
Ages Middle · High school · Find the event on the MCPL online events calendar and click through for the virtual meeting link.
Play & Learn
Fri18Sep
Infants and Toddlers Program Info Table at Germantown Library
Ages 0–3 · Stop by the Germantown Library information table on Sept. 18 to talk with the program representative.
Care & Parenting
Teen Lounge at Rockville Library for MCPS Early Release Day
Ages Middle · High school · Drop in at the Teen Space after school on Sept. 18.
Care & Parenting
Games, Puzzles & Coloring for MCPS Early Release Day at Connie Morella Library
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Middle · High school · Drop in at Connie Morella Library on Sept. 18; no registration needed.
Play & Learn
Early release day for students
Ages All ages
School
Sat19Sep
Roots to Rocks Bike Clinic at South Germantown Recreational Park
Ages All ages · See the Montgomery Parks event page for location and registration details.
Play & Learn-
Children's Day at Brookside Gardens
Ages Elementary · Middle · Register online to help planning, or just drop in with a picnic.
Play & Learn$0.00
Raptor Caretaker Chat at Meadowside Nature Center
Ages All ages · Join the caretaker chat at Meadowside Nature Center on Sept. 19 at 2 p.m.
Play & Learn$0.00
Poolesville Day Returns Sept. 19 With Parade, Car Shows, Family Fun
Ages All ages · Mark your calendar and drop in at Whalen Commons on Sept. 19 — free, no tickets or registration needed.
Camps & Seasonal
Burtonsville Day Returns Sept. 19 With Parade and Festival
Ages All ages · Mark your calendar and arrive early for the parade.
Camps & Seasonal
46th Annual Pumpkin Festival at Butler's Orchard in Germantown
Ages All ages · Check the orchard's website for hours and ticket details before you go.
Camps & Seasonal
Rockville Police Open House: K-9 Demos, Vehicles, and More
Ages All ages · Drop by the Rockville City Police Department on Sept. 19; no registration needed.
Community
Playtime with Craft at Quince Orchard Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Head to the Quince Orchard Library meeting room at 10:30 a.m.; no registration required.
Play & Learn
Robotics Boot Camp Starts Sept. 19 at Wheaton Library's Teen Media Lab
Ages Middle · High school · Check MCPL's online events page to confirm the age range and sign up for the series.
Play & Learn
Grandparenting 101 for Caregivers at Davis Library
Ages All ages · Check the MCPL events calendar for this program and register to attend.
Care & Parenting
Pokémon Card Club for Kids at McGee Library, Sept. 19
Ages Elementary · Middle · Bring your child’s Pokémon deck to the McGee Library on Sept. 19.
Play & Learn
Rock-Identifying STEM Club at Germantown Library
Ages Elementary · Middle · Check the MCPL events calendar to confirm age range and registration.
Play & Learn
Teen Advisory Board Science Conversation at Aspen Hill Library
Ages Middle · High school · Plan to bring your teen to Aspen Hill Library on Sept. 19 at 6:30 p.m. for the meeting.
Play & Learn
International Dot Day Celebration at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Elementary · Drop in at Rockville Memorial Library on Sept. 19 at 7 p.m. — no registration needed.
Play & Learn
SAT Strategy Talk with Grace Shao at Quince Orchard Library
Ages High school · Show up at Quince Orchard Library on Sept. 19 at 8 p.m.; no registration needed.
School
Chess Club at Aspen Hill Library on Sept. 19
Ages All ages · Drop in at Aspen Hill Library on Saturday, Sept. 19, at 4 p.m.
Play & Learn
Sun20Sep
Little Dragon Story Hour Brings Mandarin Storytime to Germantown Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Attend the free session at Germantown Library on Sept. 20 at 2:30 pm.
Play & Learn
Mad Science Air & Pressure Show at McGee Library
Ages Elementary · Arrive by 10:30 a.m. to pick up free tickets on the library's 3rd floor.
Play & Learn
Little Hands Signing With Kathy MacMillan at Connie Morella Library
Ages 0–3 · 3–5 · Mark Sept. 20 at 6 p.m. on the calendar and check the MCPL events page for registration details.
Play & Learn
FIRST Robotics Intro at Rockville Memorial Library
Ages Middle · High school · Check MCPL's events page to register or reserve a spot.
Play & Learn
Sat26Sep
Yoga Sprouts: Kids' Yoga at Brookside Gardens
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Bring your own mat or borrow one at the class; adults attend free with their child.
Play & Learn$7.00
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical Comes to Imagination Stage
Ages 3–5 · Elementary · Visit Imagination Stage's website for show times and tickets.
Play & Learn
Sat3Oct
Taste of Bethesda Returns Oct. 3 with Food, Music, and Kids' Activities
Ages All ages · Mark October 3 on the calendar and head to Norfolk Avenue in Woodmont Triangle anytime between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Play & LearnFree
Harvest Festival at Agricultural History Farm Park
Ages All ages · Visit the Montgomery Parks event page for schedule and admission details.
Camps & Seasonal$20/Car
Montgomery County Scouts: Merit Badge Day at Morgan State, Oct. 3
Ages Middle · High school · Register at ambu1906.org/ambu-baltimore
Play & Learn
Sat10Oct
AutumnFest at Maydale Nature Classroom
Ages All ages · Save the date and check the Montgomery Parks event page for details.
Camps & Seasonal
Yoga Sprouts: Nature Yoga for Little Ones at Brookside Gardens
Ages 3–5 · Bring your little one to Brookside Gardens at 10 a.m.; mats are available to borrow.
Play & Learn$7.00
Germantown October Fest Returns Oct. 10 with Nappy Roots, Parade
Ages All ages · Drop in Oct. 10, 11 a.m.–5 p.m., at Germantown Town Center; no registration needed.
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