Laurel Library
A Branch of PGCMLS at 507 7th Street Maryland 20707
Embedded Files
Coming to the Laurel Library
The Prince George's Memorial Library System Events Calendar is available online.
May Activities
Get Active: Yoga for Families - Children's Mental Health Matters
Friday, May 01: 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Age group: Elementary (5-12 yrs)
event type: Health and Wellness
Join us for a fun and engaging yoga class for children ages 6–10 and their caregivers, led by instructor Genevieve. Move, stretch, and relax together with poses, breathing exercises, and playful activities suitable for all experience levels.
Saturday, May 02: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Age group: Adults
event type: Health and Wellness
Experience a relaxing and rejuvenating Chair Yoga and Movement class designed specifically for seniors. This class focuses on improving flexibility, balance, and overall well-being in a supportive environment. Led by a certified instructor, participants will engage in gentle movements and stretches while seated, making it perfect for all fitness levels.
HSI Adult First Aid | CPR AED Training
Saturday, May 02: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room B
Age group: Teen (13-18 yrs), Adults
event type: Special Event Health and Wellness
This training program helps participants learn or improve their skills in adult first aid and CPR/AED for adults, children, and infants. The program uses demonstrations, guided practice, and scenario-based exercises to build confidence and proficiency. We strongly encourage participants to pre-register for this program.
Makerspace: Tinkercad Greeting Card
Monday, May 04: 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Laurel - Computer Lab
Age group: Teen (13-18 yrs)
event type: STEM Computers and Technology
Get ready to create and innovate in the Makerspace! Explore Tinkercad and create 3D Greeting Cards by designing in Tinkercad. Teens can earn community service hours.
Safe and Smart Online: Internet Safety for Kids
Tuesday, May 05: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Age group: Teen (13-18 yrs), Elementary (5-12 yrs)
event type: Discussions Computers and Technology
This interactive workshop, presented by an Eagle Scout from Troop 544, teaches children and preteens how to stay safe online. The program covers recognizing scams, protecting personal information, dealing with cyberbullying, and using the internet responsibly.
Register
Needlework Social: Knitting and Crocheting
Tuesday, May 05: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room B
Age group: Adults
event type: Fine Arts and Crafts
Connect with others in your community who share your love for needlecraft! Bring your current project and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while exchanging tips, ideas, and conversation. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
ASL Conversation Club: Beginner
Wednesdays 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room 1
Age group: Adults
event type: Language Learning
Learning ASL? Enhance your ASL skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in ASL. Once registered you will receive a reminder email.
Tail Waggin' Tutors: Asian Pacific American Heritage - Held in the Children's Department
Thursday, May 07: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Age group: Elementary (5-12 yrs)
event type: Kids Read Asian Pacific American Heritage
Boost your child’s confidence by reading to friendly, trained therapy dogs! Whether they bring a favorite book or choose one from the library's selection of Asian Heritage themed books. Each child gets 10–15 minutes of one-on-one reading time with a furry friend.
Fridays 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room 1
Age group: Adults
event type: Health and Wellness Discussions
Enjoy a cup of coffee and lively discussions on a variety of timely, engaging topics. It’s a relaxed space to share ideas, connect, and chat with others!
Monday, May 11: 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Large Meeting Room B
Age group: Teen (13-18 yrs)
event type: Teen Zone Chess/Games/Gaming
Gear up for an exciting time filled with friendly competition! Bring your favorite game or enjoy one from our collection—there’s something for everyone! Teens can earn community service hours.
Story Explorers: Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagles Reading Ambassadors
Tuesday, May 12: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Age group: Elementary (5-12 yrs)
event type: Kids Read
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Tuesday, May 12: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room B
Age group: Teen (13-18 yrs), Elementary (5-12 yrs), Adults
event type: Chess/Games/Gaming
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
A Foreign Policy Discussion Series
Wednesday, May 13: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Age group: Adults
event type: Speaker or Panel Discussions
The foreign policy landscape is changing rapidly. This discussion is an opportunity to hear from a foreign policy expert about decisions and decision makers that are currently shaping US foreign policy and an opportunity to express your thoughts on the foreign policy landscape with other politically-minded community members.
HSI Adult First Aid | CPR AED Training
Saturday, May 16: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Age group: Teen (13-18 yrs), Adults
event type: Special Event Health and Wellness
This training program helps participants learn or improve their skills in adult first aid and CPR/AED for adults, children, and infants. The program uses demonstrations, guided practice, and scenario-based exercises to build confidence and proficiency. We strongly encourage participants to pre-register for this program.
Monday, May 18: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room B
Age group: Elementary (5-12 yrs)
event type: STEM Fine Arts and Crafts
Celebrate spring and have fun making art and crafts while learning new skills. With easy-to-follow steps, kids will create their own unique projects to take home.
Story Explorers: Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagles Reading Ambassadors
Tuesday, May 19: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Age group: Elementary (5-12 yrs)
event type: Kids Read
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Needlework Social: Knitting and Crocheting
Tuesday, May 19: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room B
Age group: Adults
event type: Fine Arts and Crafts
Connect with others in your community who share your love for needlecraft! Bring your current project and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while exchanging tips, ideas, and conversation. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Tuesday, May 26: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room B
Age group: Teen (13-18 yrs), Adults
event type: Chess/Games/Gaming
Gear up for an exciting time filled with friendly competition! Bring your favorite deck, enjoy one of ours or build one from our collection of cards—there’s something for everyone! No experience with Magic the Gathering necessary!
Book Discussion: "The Violin Conspiracy" by Brendan Slocumb
Tuesday, May 26: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room 1
Age group: Adults
event type: Fine Arts and Crafts Discussions Black Heritage
Join a thoughtful conversation about The Violin Conspiracy" by Brendan Slocumb. Share your insights, hear different perspectives, and connect with fellow readers.
The Thursday morning baby story times are limited to 15 babies and tickets will be distributed and required to enter to improve safety and help with crowd control beginning in January. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
Otherwise, Program registration is generally not required (except for virtual programs) but is highly recommended. Registration allows us to see which programs are most popular, more accurately purchase supplies, communicate delayed and rescheduled events, and more.
Monthly Activities
Story Explorers: Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagles Reading Ambassadors, Tuesdays at 5:30 pm (elementary)
ASL Conversation Club: Beginner, Wednesday at 5 pm (teens and adults)
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3–5
Wednesdays: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room B
Age group: Young Children (0-5 yrs) event type: Storytime or Playday
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0–2
Thursdays: 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Age group: Young Children (0-5 yrs) event type: Storytime or Playday
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0–2
Thursdays: 11:15am - 11:45am
Large Meeting Room B
Age group: Young Children (0-5 yrs) event type: Storytime or Playday
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
For the video meeting link Email Mike@mdcsr.com
Memorial Day | Library CLOSED May 25, May 26 2026
Juneteenth | Library CLOSED June 19, 2026
Independence Day | Library CLOSED July 4, 2026
Labor Day | Library CLOSED September 7, 2026
PGCMLS Staff Day| Library CLOSED
Native Peoples Day | Library CLOSED
Veterans Day | Library CLOSED November 11, 2026
Thanksgiving | Library CLOSED November 26, 2026
Christmas | Library CLOSED December 24-25
New Year's Eve | Library CLOSED December 31
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse