LIBRARY LINKS

CHARLES

A Winter Learning Challenge will be held through Jan. 8, 2022. Read minutes or books, log reviews or complete challenges under the activity badges to earn 100 points to collect badges and win prizes. For all ages. Registration required. Go to www.ccplonline.org/winter-learning-challenge-2021/.

A Take & Make winter wreath will be offered through Dec. 31. Receive your free winter wreath kit at Waldorf West Branch which includes all the materials you will need along with any needed instructions. Limited availability. For preschool age. Go to https://ccplonline. libnet.info/event/5715912.

Go on a Reindeer Hunt 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, at the Portomac Branch. Move from outdoor station to station of crafts and games until you find the reindeer. For children. Registration required. Go to https://ccplonline.libnet.info/ event/5517616.

A Not Just For Kids: Adult Graphic Novel Book Club will meet virtually 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 13. Discuss modern and classic graphic novels. This month’s selection is “Happy!,” which is available through Hoopla. For adults. Registration required. Go to https://ccplonline.libnet. info/event/5287685.

A Drawing Club will meet virtually 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14. Draw and color in a laid-back environment and help decide group or solo projects. All levels welcome. For teens. Registration required. Go to https://ccplonline.libnet.info/ event/5664296.

A virtual session titled “Is Starting A Nonprofit Right For You?” will be held 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14. Learn legal and logistical elements necessary to start a successful nonprofit and possible alternatives. For adults. Registration required. Go to https://ccplonline.libnet.info/ event/4883068.

A virtual class on Book Folding: Fireplace will be held 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 16. Pick up the kit at the La Plata Branch. For teens and adults. Registration required. Go to https://ccplonline.libnet. info/event/502089

ST. MARY’S

All three locations of the St. Mary’s County Library will be closed on Friday, Dec. 10, for staff training day. All locations will reopen with regular business hours Saturday, Dec. 11.

A “Thinking Money Exhibit For Kids” will be at the Lexington Park Library. The traveling exhibit is designed to teach kids and their families about money. The interactive exhibit uses games, activities and a storyline to help children understand what money is, its function in society, choices and values. The exhibit will run through Jan. 21, 2022.

The Virtual Romance Book Club will discuss “A Cowboy to Remember” by Rebekah Weatherspoon 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15. The book will be available in eBook and on Hoopla. Registration required. Go to www.stmalib.org.

Maryland Workforce Exchange will hold virtual workshops on resumes and cover letters

9 to 11 a.m. and Boomers and Beyond! 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15. The workshop is for experienced, seasoned jobseekers who want to step into a new role. Registration required. Go to www. stmalib.org.

A Family Sing-Along with Tess will be held virtually 10:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 23. Bring an instrument if you have one. Registration required. Go to www. stmalib.org.

A free Childcare Providers’ Workshop: Rock & Rhyme with musician, puppeteer, and educator Mr. Jon will be held 1 to 4:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18. Learn how music and puppets support early literacy, social-emotional skills and fun. Earn 3 Core of Knowledge Hours. Receive a free CD of learning songs. Social distancing guidelines will be in effect. Registration required. Go to www.stmalib.org.

CALVERT

On Pins & Needles will meet 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, at the Prince Frederick Branch. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project. Go to https://calvertlibrary.libnet.info/ event/5601543.

The Bookmobile will be at Bayside Forest, 303 Deane Ave. in Prince Frederick 10 to 11 a.m. and Long Beach Community Center, 5845 Calvert Beach Blvd. in St. Leonard noon to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec.

11. Wi-Fi access, public computer access, copying & printing, library card services and materials for check out.

Poets Circle will be held in person and online 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec.

11. Discussion, editing and support. All levels welcome. Bring five copies of your work. Go to https://calvertlibrary.libnet. info/events?r=thismonth.

Twin Book Discussion will virtually discuss “The House in the Cerulean Sea” by T.J. Klune 4 to 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 13. Registration required. Go to https:// calvertlibrary.libnet.info/events?r=thismonth.

A Tween and Teen Paint Night will be held virtually and in person 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 13. Registration required. Go to https://calvertlibrary.libnet.info/ events?r=thismonth.

Maryland Workforce Exchange will hold virtual workshops on resumes and cover letters 9 to 11 a.m. and Boomers and Beyond! 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec.

15. The workshop is for experienced, seasoned jobseekers who want to step into a new role. Registration required. Go to https://calvertlibrary.libnet.info/ events?r=thismonth.

A book discussion on Gregory Maguire’s “Hiddensee” will be held virtually 2 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1. Registration required. Go to https://calvertlibrary. libnet.info/events?r=thismonth.