This new program at Connie Morella Library will allow individuals, including those with disabilities, to read to a calm, gentle dog in a low-pressure environment. Reading aloud to a therapy dog can be a beneficial experience for adults and teens promoting relaxation, reducing anxiety, and improving communication skills. This interaction can also boost reading fluency and...
Come to Caddies on Cordell every Tuesday at 7:30 PM for Trivia Night. It's free to play, and there are gift card prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams. Enjoy Happy Hour prices from 3-10 PM, and half off pizza all day long!
One of the world’s most celebrated contemporary pianists and composers, Ludovico Einaudi returns following the release of his latest album, The Summer Portraits. Renowned for his signature blend of minimalist classical and cinematic music, Einaudi’s evocative compositions have captivated audiences in prestigious venues like the Royal Albert Hall, La Scala, and the Sydney Opera House. His...
Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information, please view our flyer here.
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...
Ms. Reed is an international award-winning fiber artist. Her primary medium is Wet Felting which is an ancient technique of hand agitation to create fabric primarily using silk and wool. She is a Speaker, Coach, Artist, Volunteer, Advocate, and a survivor of extreme domestic violence. Her mission work is to inspire healing with art, world...
Across the vast and rugged expanses of Australia’s Central Desert, Aboriginal Peoples have long recorded their journeys with ritual songs. Over sandhills, along rock formations and salty lakes, in caves and on weathered sandstone mesas, women stop to take stock of their surroundings, to remember the land of their forebears, to honor their heritage. They...
Montgomery County’s Commission on Aging has a new program to help residents learn about the wide array of programs and services the County offers, ranging from: recreational; lifelong learning; volunteer and career opportunities; computers/technology; life transitions as we age; staying safe; and services that include caregiver support, in-home care, mental health services, food, transportation, and...
Interested in joining? The Book Club meets the second Thursday of each month from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm, meeting room 2. The book chosen for this month's discussion is "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe. This is the first of three novels in Chinua Achebe's critically acclaimed African Trilogy. It is a classic narrative about Africa's...
Enjoy two pop-up dog parks, free giveaways, a musical performance by the instructors of Bach to Rock Bethesda, and food and drink for sale from Smoke BBQ.
Join us for a night of puzzles, board games, and card games! Whether you're new to puzzles and tabletop games or are looking for people to play with, join others in a relaxed evening of gaming at the library. Feel free to use one of the puzzles and games in our collection or bring your...
Featuring six true stories shared by forced migrants, offering moving perspectives on starting new lives here.
