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SUMMARY:Storytime: Paige Towler: Talking Rocks And Minerals
DESCRIPTION:Paige Towler will read from Talking Rocks and Minerals\, her new nonfiction picture book told from the perspective of rocks\, offering a view of geology straight from the source. Explaining how different rocks and gemstones form from minerals\, this book is full of fun facts and puns – a great choice for any young rock collector or rock lover. Rock on! \nThere will be a craft activity for kids aged 5-10.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/storytime-paige-towler-talking-rocks-and-minerals/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T103000
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SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books\, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities\, and their grownups are encouraged to participate in the program along with children.  ​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk beginning 30 minutes before the program. Toddler Storytime occurs at 10:30 and 11:15.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/toddler-storytime-at-connie-morella-library/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000
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SUMMARY:Apple Fest
DESCRIPTION:A joyful fall celebration\, Apple Fest is fun of all ages: enjoy giant slides\, face painting\, games and more! \n 
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/apple-fest/
LOCATION:Oneness Family School Lower Campus\, 6701 Wisconsin Avenue\, Chevy Chase\, Maryland
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
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SUMMARY:Build a Play - Mother Goose!
DESCRIPTION:Come build a play with Adventure Theatre! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome and create the play\, Mother Goose\, based on the classic story! Students will build the play through creative drama\, consisting of dialogue\, creating characters\, and movement. They will also learn the basics of creating a set by painting their very own backdrop to enhance the story! An experienced early elementary education Teaching Artist will help the students transform the book into a show complete with costumes and props. Finally\, students will perform the play and show all they have learned. \nThis program is intended for children in grades three to five\, between the ages of eight and eleven. Registration is required for this program\, and will open September 4.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/build-a-play-mother-goose/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T144406Z
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SUMMARY:TAB (Teen Advisory Board) Prop Making
DESCRIPTION:Help us get ready for our Escape the Library program this October! We’ll be making props and decorations for the horror-themed escape room. All the materials will be provided. The only thing you need to do is come prepared to sculpt and paint! Participating teens will receive SSL hours for this program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/tab-teen-advisory-board-prop-making/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
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SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books\, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities\, and their grownups are encouraged to participate in the program along with children.  ​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk beginning 30 minutes before the program. Toddler Storytime occurs at 10:30 and 11:15.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/toddler-storytime-at-connie-morella-library/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251002T144714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T144714Z
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SUMMARY:No Shelf Control "Efrén Divided"
DESCRIPTION:Readers in Grades 4-6! Join “No Shelf Control\,” a book discussion group for kids 9-12. This month we’ll discuss “Efrén Divided” by Ernesto Cisneros\, a story of family and friendship across borders. Efrén Nava’s three-generational Mexican American family is close-knit and hardworking\, but his parents harbor a secret. Once it is discovered\, Efrén must take on unusual responsibilities for a boy his age and try to navigate life across both physical and cultural borders between two countries. In observance of National Hispanic Heritage Month\, this month we will discuss Ernesto Cisnero’s “Efrén Divided\,” the 2021 medal winner of the Pura Belpré Award for “outstanding works of literature for children and young adults that best portray\, affirm\, and celebrate the Latino cultural experience.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can borrow a copy of the book\, along with a specially prepared reading guide for our group\, from the Connie Morella Library; just ask at either the Circulation Desk or Information Desk for the book for the October meeting of No Shelf Control.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/no-shelf-control-efren-divided/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20250815T160037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T160037Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime: Little Witch's To-Do List by Helen Zax
DESCRIPTION:Helen Zax will read her book Little Witch’s To-Do List\, in which Little Witch gets through her daily to-do list  – from training her stubborn owl to taking flying lessons – one item at a time. This book is for ages 3-5 and gently teaches time management.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/storytime-little-witchs-to-do-list-by-helen-zax/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20250815T171340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T171340Z
UID:10000541-1760437800-1760443200@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books\, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities\, and their grownups are encouraged to participate in the program along with children.  ​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk beginning 30 minutes before the program. Toddler Storytime occurs at 10:30 and 11:15.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/toddler-storytime-at-connie-morella-library/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T171500
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
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SUMMARY:Cover to Cover: "Lola's First Day of the Dead"
DESCRIPTION:Cover to Cover is a NEW monthly reading\, discussion & activity group for students in grades 2-3. This month we’ll discuss “Lola’s First Day of the Dead” by Keka Novales. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLola Lopes Cruz has always lived in Texas. But one year\, while preparing for Halloween\, she learns about the holiday celebrated by her mother when she was a girl in Guatemala: the Day of the Dead. Find out how Lola manages to balance two different cultural traditions in “Lola’s First Day of the Dead” from the “Hola\, Lola!” series by Keka Novales. For this session\, we will also have crafts available for both of these October 31-November 1 celebrations. \nYou can borrow a copy of “Lola’s First Day of the Dead” by Keka Novales–along with a specially prepared reading guide for our group–from the Connie Morella Library; just ask at either the Circulation Desk or Information Desk for the book for the October meeting of Cover to Cover!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/cover-to-cover-lolas-first-day-of-dead/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251002T175904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T175916Z
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SUMMARY:Middle School Book Club: "Aniana Del Mar Jumps In"
DESCRIPTION:Calling all readers in Grades 6-8! Join the Middle School Book Club: a book discussion group for kids 11-14. The book for October 15 is ANIANA DEL MAR JUMPS IN\, by Jazminne Mendez. Middle School Book Club welcomes ALL readers in grades 6\, 7\, and 8 for a monthly meeting and discussion of books chosen by a librarian just for this age group and read ahead of time. Anyone ages 11-14 is welcome! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are in grades 6\, 7\, or 8 and love to read and have fun talking about books and characters\, Middle School Book Club is the place for you! Over the course of the school year\, we’ll read books with a wide range of genres—featuring characters your age and themes such as friendship\, family\, overcoming adversity\, confronting challenges\, sorting through conflicting values\, and navigating life\, school\, sports and other extracurricular activities\, other people’s expectations\, and their expanding knowledge of themselves and the world around them. We often use new books published within the last 5 years and acclaimed titles from such award programs as the Black-Eyed Susan Tapestry. Each session’s interactive discussions and hands-on activities will relate to the major topics and themes of the book in a fun and engaging way. \nEach month\, you can borrow a copy of the assigned book from the Connie Morella Library. You can also access many of the titles as e-books or e-audiobooks through the library’s free app\, Hoopla and Libby. The book for October is ANIANA DEL MAR JUMPS IN\, by Jazminne Mendez.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/middle-school-book-club-aniana-del-mar-jumps-in/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20250815T171340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T171340Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books\, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities\, and their grownups are encouraged to participate in the program along with children.  ​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk beginning 30 minutes before the program. Toddler Storytime occurs at 10:30 and 11:15.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/toddler-storytime-at-connie-morella-library/2025-10-21/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251003T154254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T154254Z
UID:10000755-1761580800-1761586200@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:STEM at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Science Lab @ the Library\, a self-paced drop-in event featuring several stations with different experiments and activities designed to help children in grades K-5 learn important scientific principles. This hands-on program will provide children with the opportunity to use their critical thinking and problem-solving skills to achieve results in the areas of chemistry\, physics\, math\, and engineering. Teen volunteers from Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School’s Science Olympiad will be available to demonstrate and assist with the activities. \nWe will provide all the materials for this program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/stem-at-library/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20250815T171340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T171340Z
UID:10000543-1761647400-1761652800@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books\, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities\, and their grownups are encouraged to participate in the program along with children.  ​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk beginning 30 minutes before the program. Toddler Storytime occurs at 10:30 and 11:15.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/toddler-storytime-at-connie-morella-library/2025-10-28/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251022T173116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T173116Z
UID:10000792-1761843600-1761850800@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Bethesda Row Trick or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a spooktacular evening of family-friendly fun at our Annual Halloween Trick-or-Treat Event on Bethesda Row!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/bethesda-row-trick-or-treat/
LOCATION:Bethesda Row\, 7262 Woodmont Avenue\, Bethesda\, Maryland\, 20814
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20250924T174233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T174233Z
UID:10000653-1761926400-1761940800@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Mystery Mansion Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy our family-friendly haunted house\, our new crafting workshop\, and snap photos with our spooky characters. Great for ages 3 – 10 (plus their adults!).
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/mystery-mansion-adventure/2025-10-31/
LOCATION:The Woman’s Club of Chevy Chase
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
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SUMMARY:Mystery Mansion Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy our family-friendly haunted house\, our new crafting workshop\, and snap photos with our spooky characters. Great for ages 3 – 10 (plus their adults!).
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/mystery-mansion-adventure/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:The Woman’s Club of Chevy Chase
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20250815T171340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T171340Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books\, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities\, and their grownups are encouraged to participate in the program along with children.  ​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk beginning 30 minutes before the program. Toddler Storytime occurs at 10:30 and 11:15.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/toddler-storytime-at-connie-morella-library/2025-11-04/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T171500
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251003T155906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T155906Z
UID:10000760-1762445700-1762449300@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:My First Book Club
DESCRIPTION:My First Book Club is a reading program designed to provide students in grades K-1 a unique opportunity to improve literacy and language arts skills through group reading\, discussion\, and related activities. Participants should be attending kindergarten or first grade\, or the equivalent\, but do not need to know how to read independently yet. This program does not teach kids how to read but rather serves as a fun and interactive way for beginning readers to practice reading aloud\, listening to others read\, and talking about stories and characters and language arts concepts\, such as theme and setting. \nEach session will focus on 1-2 short books with related discussion\, activities\, games\, and/or crafts. You do not need to read the book(s) ahead of time! Copies of the books will be provided by the library at the event\, and everyone will have the choice to volunteer to read aloud\, including adult caregivers and the librarians. Questions and discussion topics will be carefully structured to promote skills such as reading comprehension\, word recognition\, pronunciation\, and vocabulary-building.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/my-first-book-club/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251103T164125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T164125Z
UID:10001182-1762597800-1762599600@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Storytime with Tom Tracy and the Barker Adoption Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special storytime as we celebrate National Adoption Month with the Barker Adoption Foundation. Author Tom Tracy will read his picture books\, Wonderfully You: An Ode to Adoption and Scoochie’s Adoption Story. All are welcome!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/storytime-with-tom-tracy-and-barker-adoption-foundation/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20250815T171340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T171340Z
UID:10000545-1762857000-1762862400@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books\, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities\, and their grownups are encouraged to participate in the program along with children.  ​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk beginning 30 minutes before the program. Toddler Storytime occurs at 10:30 and 11:15.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/toddler-storytime-at-connie-morella-library/2025-11-11/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251003T165607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T165607Z
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SUMMARY:No Shelf Control: "The Lost Library"
DESCRIPTION:Calling all readers in grades 4-6! No Shelf Control is a book discussion & activity group just for students age 9-12. This month we’ll discuss “The Lost Library” by Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvan and his best friend\, Rafe\, spend the summer after fifth grade trying to find out the story behind the sudden appearance of little free library—guarded by a big orange cat named Mortimer—in front of the building that used to be the town’s library before something happened that no one will talk about. “The Lost Library” by award-winning and critically-acclaimed children’s chapter book authors Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass features a little bit of mystery\, a lot of curiosity\, some local history\, a bit of fantasy\, and a great friendship. It should provide plenty of material for a great discussion and some fun activities in this month’s meeting of No Shelf Control! \nYou can borrow a copy of the book\, along with a specially prepared reading guide for our group\, from the Connie Morella Library; just ask at either the Circulation Desk or Information Desk for the book for the November meeting of No Shelf Control.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/no-shelf-control-lost-library/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251003T170907Z
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SUMMARY:Spanish/English Bilingual Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a fun bilingual storytime just right for the whole family! \nWe welcome you to participate in stories\, songs\, and rhymes in Spanish and English. These 25-30-minute programs are designed to engage children of all ages with diverse stories and activities.  We’ll use call-and-response and movement to develop language skills and creativity. \nTogether we’ll encourage young learners to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. Let’s meet new friends and spark children’s growth in language and literacy! \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk beginning 30 minutes before the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/spanish-english-bilingual-storytime/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251103T164403Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime: Calm Down Coco and Finley Feels by Joan Waites
DESCRIPTION:Joan Waites will read her picture books: Calm Down Coco\, that introduces calming techniques for children through the story of a rambunctious cat; and Finley Feels\, about an adopted dog who must adjust to his new home. Perfect for children aged 1-4\, but all are welcome!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/storytime-calm-down-coco-and-finley-feels-by-joan-waites/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251017T145046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T145046Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Open Mic @ The Writer's Center
DESCRIPTION:A special Open Mic to uplift the voices and work of the teenagers in our community. \nProse\, poetry\, and spoken word Open Mic @ The Writer’s Center! All writers are welcome to come and share 4-5 minutes of their latest work. \n\nSign-up starts at 1:45pm\, and readings begin promptly at 2pm.\nLimited to 20 readers\, so arrive early if you plan to read.\n\nSponsored by Poet Lore\, America’s oldest poetry magazine. \nFREE and open to the public. Please note that we no longer offer advance sign-up.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/teen-open-mic-writers-center/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes,Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251103T164448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T164448Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Storytime: Dasher and the Polar Bear by Matt Tavares
DESCRIPTION:Author-illustrator Matt Tavares will be in store to read his new Dasher book\, Dasher and the Polar Bear\, the third book in his bestselling series. This time\, Dasher the reindeer discovers that the only thing better than making Christmas magic is making a new friend to share it with.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/sunday-storytime-dasher-and-polar-bear-by-matt-tavares/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20250815T171340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T171340Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books\, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities\, and their grownups are encouraged to participate in the program along with children.  ​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk beginning 30 minutes before the program. Toddler Storytime occurs at 10:30 and 11:15.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/toddler-storytime-at-connie-morella-library/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T171500
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251003T171205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T171205Z
UID:10000767-1763482500-1763486100@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Cover to Cover! "Stella & Marigold"
DESCRIPTION:Cover to Cover is a NEW monthly reading\, discussion & activity group for students in grades 2-3. This month we’ll discuss “Stella & Marigold” by Annie Barrows and Sophie Blackall. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nStella and her sister\, Marigold\, are best friends. Follow them as they first meet\, play together\, help the plumber\, go into a meerkat tunnel at the zoo\, help each other through a sick day\, and have other ordinary experiences that usually turn out to have an unusual twist to them! “Stella & Marigold” is the first book in a new series from the acclaimed authors of the popular Ivy + Bean books. \nYou can borrow a copy of “Stella and Marigold” by Annie Barrows and Sophie Blackall–along with a specially prepared reading guide for our group–from the Connie Morella Library; just ask at either the Circulation Desk or Information Desk for the book for the November meeting of Cover to Cover!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/cover-to-cover-stella-marigold/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251003T171823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T171823Z
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SUMMARY:Middle School Book Club: "WINK"
DESCRIPTION:Middle School Book Club welcomes ALL readers in grades 6\, 7\, and 8 for a monthly meeting and discussion of books chosen by a librarian just for this age group and read ahead of time. Anyone ages 11-14 is welcome! \nIf you are in grades 6\, 7\, or 8 and love to read and have fun talking about books and characters\, Middle School Book Club is the place for you! Over the course of the school year\, we’ll read books with a wide range of genres—featuring characters your age and themes such as friendship\, family\, overcoming adversity\, confronting challenges\, sorting through conflicting values\, and navigating life\, school\, sports and other extracurricular activities\, other people’s expectations\, and their expanding knowledge of themselves and the world around them. We often use new books published within the last 5 years and acclaimed titles from such award programs as the Black-Eyed Susan Tapestry. Each session’s interactive discussions and hands-on activities will relate to the major topics and themes of the book in a fun and engaging way. \nEach month\, you can borrow a copy of the assigned book from the Connie Morella Library. You can also access many of the titles as e-books or e-audiobooks through the library’s free app\, Hoopla and Libby. The book for November 19 is WINK\, by Rob Harrell.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/middle-school-book-club-wink/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260105
DTSTAMP:20260403T181654
CREATED:20251022T172730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T172730Z
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SUMMARY:The Snowman and the Snowdog
DESCRIPTION:A soaring new musical for the holiday season! This follow-up to Raymond Briggs’ “The Snowman™” is based on the video of the same name. It is told with breathtaking theatre magic by talented actors\, stunning puppetry\, and beautiful projections. A boy has moved into a new house and lost his beloved dog. In the garden he builds a snowman and then\, to keep it company\, a snow dog. They both come to life during the night\, and the three embark on a fantastic journey.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/snowman-and-snowdog/
LOCATION:Imagination Stage\, 4908 Auburn Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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