Join Oakland Library for a storytime designed especially for babies and toddlers. This program stimulates children’s language development and social skills through stories, music, rhymes, and other activities. Disclaimers: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.

Welcome to Story Time @ Kitzmiller Library! The Story Time is geared for children ages 3-5. Please join us as we look, listen, sing, and play while learning through stories, crafts, and other fun activities. Disclaimers: Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.

Join Oakland Library for a storytime designed for children ages 3 and up. This program promotes creative expression, social skills, listening comprehension, and school readiness through stories, STEM activities, games, music and crafts. Disclaimers: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.

Coffee, Books & More... Relax with your fellow book lovers at the Accident Branch Library as we share our latest reads. You just may discover a new favorite author! For more information, please contact Kim at 301-746-8792 or kcecil@relib.net.

Enjoy refreshments, crafts, and games as we celebrate Grantsville Library's 20th Anniversary. Be sure to enter into the drawing for a $50 Amazon gift card! Don't miss a special harp performance by Lynne Dale at 3:00 PM! Disclaimers: Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.

Maryland Food Bank's Mobile Market is visiting the Grantsville Library! Welcome to your one-stop shop for free healthy foods and resources. Join Grantsville Library for a FULL SHOPPING EXPERIENCE (while food supplies last). Disclaimers: The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission to use any photos they take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is coordinating another National Drug Take-Back Initiative across the United States on Saturday, April 27, 2024. In addition to the three permanent take-back locations, Garrett County is adding several temporary locations during April highlighting the message, Medication Safety Starts with You. Because of the importance of keeping medications out of the hands of those who could misuse or abuse them, the Garrett County Health Department (GCHD) reminds everyone that the county has three permanent medication drop box locations, including Oakland City Police (Town Hall), Garrett County Sheriff’s Office, and the Maryland State Police Barracks in McHenry. The drop boxes are available anytime the lobbies are open. Accepted at these locations are tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs, but not liquids, syringes and other sharps, or illegal drugs. According to local data reports from GCHD, during the fiscal year 2023, 127 pounds of medications were collected at the drop box locations. In addition, the following one-time event will take place on April 6, 2024, 8:30 AM -12:30 PM, at the Community Aquatic & Recreation Complex (CARC), in connection with the Garrett County Health Fair. According to the Washington Division of the DEA, […]

Join Ruth Enlow Library for a watch party of the Total Solar Eclipse, at our Main Branch in Oakland on Monday, April 8 at 1:30 PM. The location will be able to view the eclipse at around 92-93% totality. You will be able to do crafts and activities, as well as view a video feed of the eclipse. Some eclipse glasses will be available to share during the watch party. Disclaimers: The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission to use any photos they take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.

Join Oakland Library for a storytime designed for children ages 3 and up. This program promotes creative expression, social skills, listening comprehension, and school readiness through stories, STEM activities, games, music, and crafts. Disclaimers: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.

Celebrate National Library Week 2024 with a live animal show! Join Kitzmiller Library for an extraordinary journey where stories come to life! Our live animal ambassadors will enchant you as you explore adventures of faraway lands, bygone eras, and the magical adventures that begin in your own backyard. Disclaimers: Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.

Get free help for your civil legal issues* - brought to you by Maryland Legal Aid. *An intake will be completed; if you qualify for services, brief advice will be given. If not, referrals and general legal information will be given. For more information, contact Michael Stevens at mstevens@mdlab.org or 240-979-0640.

Join Ranger Noah for this month's Book Club meeting and share your thoughts on "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer. The club meets once a month for coffee and snacks while sharing insights and thoughts about a nature-themed book. Participants who attend six club meetings will receive a free night of camping. Registration is required. Please email noah.manges@maryland.gov to register. Can't make it this month? Get a headstart on next month's book - "Grandma Gatewood's Walk" by Ben Montgomery.

Join Oakland Library for a storytime designed for children ages 3 and up. This program promotes creative expression, social skills, listening comprehension, and school readiness through stories, STEM activities, games, music, and crafts. Disclaimers: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.

Join the Grantsville Library as you learn about Heirloom Tomatoes. This event is open to all ages. Disclaimers: Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.