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SUMMARY:Family Storytime at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:These 25-30-minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and activities that promote and develop language skills and imagination. These programs encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning and introduce them to the culture of reading.​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk on the morning of the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/family-storytime-at-connie-morella-library-2/
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:20260403T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T150000
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SUMMARY:Spring Break Animation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A crash course in animation with artist Leila Cabib! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore the history\, science and creative possibilities of animation as you create three optical toys: a thaumatrope\, a cyclical animated zoetrope strip and a flipbook. \nFor ages 10-15. One-hour workshop \nRegistration required.  All supplies will be provided.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/spring-break-animation-workshop/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T190000
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SUMMARY:Tales of Yesterday - Historical Fiction Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Travel back in time with our historical fiction book club! From political intrigue to daring romances\, every month we visit a different period in time. Join us this April for A Map for the Missing by Belinda Huijuan Tang. \n“An epic\, mesmerizing debut novel set against a rapidly changing post-Cultural Revolution China that reckons with the costs of pursuing one’s dreams and the lives we leave behind.”–Publisher description. \nCopies of the book can be picked up at the front desk at the Connie Morella Library\, or you can borrow a digital copy from our online collection here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/tales-of-yesterday-historical-fiction-book-club-3/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20260317T184614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T184614Z
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SUMMARY:LEGO Construction and Duplo Too!
DESCRIPTION:Each Wednesday\, join us in the meeting room from 4:00pm-5:00pm for a session of building with LEGO and Duplos! We supply the LEGO and Duplo pieces\, and you supply the imagination! \nThis program is for children ages 3 years old and up. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/lego-construction-and-duplo-too-2/
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:20260401T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T205856Z
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SUMMARY:LEGO Construction & Duplo Too!
DESCRIPTION:Each Wednesday\, join us in the meeting room from 4:00pm-5:00pm for a session of building with LEGO and Duplos! We supply the LEGO and Duplo pieces\, and you supply the imagination! \nThis program is for children ages 3 years old and up. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/lego-construction-duplo-too-2/2026-04-01/
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:20260401T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T123000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20260317T184416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T184416Z
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SUMMARY:Fiber Friends at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:A biweekly meeting for creative people to come relax and craft with each other. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo enjoy taking a break and knitting or crocheting? What about embroidery? If so\, join us and relax in a group of fiber enthusiasts! Feel free to bring your projects and work on them in a laid-back setting. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month from 10:30am to 12:30pm.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/fiber-friends-at-connie-morella-library/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
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/2026-03-31/
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:20260325T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20251212T205856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T205856Z
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SUMMARY:LEGO Construction & Duplo Too!
DESCRIPTION:Each Wednesday\, join us in the meeting room from 4:00pm-5:00pm for a session of building with LEGO and Duplos! We supply the LEGO and Duplo pieces\, and you supply the imagination! \nThis program is for children ages 3 years old and up. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/lego-construction-duplo-too-2/2026-03-25/
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:20260324T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20250815T171340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T171340Z
UID:10000564-1774348200-1774353600@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/2026-03-24/
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:20260321T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T153000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T215011Z
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SUMMARY:Daniella Mestyanek Young Author Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a riveting talk from cult survivor\, veteran and author Daniella Mestyanek Young. Daniella was born a third-generation member of the infamous Children of God religious cult\, and grew up being trafficked around the world\, before escaping that life and moving to America at age 15. She put herself through high school and graduated as college valedictorian before commissioning into the US Army as an intelligence officer. That’s where she really started to think about group behavior…and seeing it\, well\, everywhere. She will be reading from her new book\, The Culting of America\, as well as answering questions. A Q&A\, and book sales and signing will follow. \nMost of us think we’d never fall for a cult. We picture robes\, chanting\, and remote compounds. But toxic groups don’t just exist on the fringe. They thrive in boardrooms\, group chats\, fitness classes\, political rallies\, religious groups\, and corporate retreats—anywhere we seek identity\, purpose\, and belonging. The Culting of America reveals how cultish behavior isn’t just thriving in modern life—it’s hiding in plain sight\, woven deep into the fabric of American identity. \nWhether you’re part of a church\, company\, fandom\, or political movement\, the question isn’t if you’re in a cult\, it’s how much of yourself you’ve already lost. \nYou can find Daniella Mestyanek Young’s books in our catalog here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/daniella-mestyanek-young-author-talk/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20260220T214533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T214533Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Your Medicare Options
DESCRIPTION:The Montgomery County State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) will provide an overview of Medicare benefits\, eligibility\, enrollment\, costs\, & coverage\, as well as info on Medicare savings programs\, Medicare fraud\, protection & local services.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/understanding-your-medicare-options/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T193000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T214400Z
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SUMMARY:Middle School Book Club: Grades 6-8
DESCRIPTION:Calling all readers in Grades 6-8! Join us for a lively discussion of THE MONA LISA VANISHES\, by Nicholas Day. The program is for ages 11 to 14. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMiddle 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 March 18 is THE MONA LISA VANISHES\, by Nicholas Day.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/middle-school-book-club-grades-6-8/
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:20260318T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20251212T205856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T205856Z
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SUMMARY:LEGO Construction & Duplo Too!
DESCRIPTION:Each Wednesday\, join us in the meeting room from 4:00pm-5:00pm for a session of building with LEGO and Duplos! We supply the LEGO and Duplo pieces\, and you supply the imagination! \nThis program is for children ages 3 years old and up. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/lego-construction-duplo-too-2/2026-03-18/
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:20260318T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T123000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20260220T214216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T214216Z
UID:10001678-1773829800-1773837000@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Fiber Friends
DESCRIPTION:A biweekly meeting for creative people to come relax and craft with each other. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo enjoy taking a break and knitting or crocheting? What about embroidery? If so\, join us and relax in a group of fiber enthusiasts! Feel free to bring your projects and work on them in a laid-back setting. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month from 10:30am to 12:30pm.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/fiber-friends-4/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T171500
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20260220T214019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T214019Z
UID:10001677-1773764100-1773767700@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Cover to Cover! Book Club for Grades 2-3
DESCRIPTION:Cover to Cover is a NEW monthly reading\, discussion & activity group for students in grades 2-3. This month\, we’ll discuss “Tree. Table. Book.” by Lois Lowry\, a story of an amazing friendship! \nCover to Cover is a new monthly reading\, discussion\, and activity group created just for students in 2nd and 3rd grade. Each month\, we will read a different chapter book that you can check out ahead of time from the Connie Morella Library (or read or listen to on one of our free e-book apps\, if available)\, along with a specially prepared reading guide to help you get ready for the group’s next meeting. At each session\, we’ll have an icebreaker activity and discuss the plot\, characters\, topics\, settings\, and themes of the book in a variety of different ways\, from traditional question-and-answer discussion to role plays\, think-pair-share\, fishbowl\, and more to encourage fun interaction among the participants. Then we’ll finish with an activity related to the book–for example\, a small art or craft project or interactive game–to reinforce the main themes or topics.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/cover-to-cover-book-club-for-grades-2-3/
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:20260317T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
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/2026-03-17/
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:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T133000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20260220T213758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T213758Z
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SUMMARY:Pi Day Extravaganza: A 3-14 Event
DESCRIPTION:A Special Storytime at 10:30\, followed by drop-in self-paced activities about the history and culture of pie-making and -eating and the importance of circles and pi in everyday life! For ages 3-10. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch Fourteenth (3-14) is the one day of the year dedicated to the homonym (look it up!) that can either help you calculate a measurement or fulfill your craving for a fruity round baked sweet! \nJoin us at the Connie Morella Library for a Special Storytime about circles and pi at 10:30\, then drop by anytime between 11:00 am -1:30 pm and try your hand at one or more of the self-paced\, individual and team fun learning activities about the geometry of everyday life and the cultural and culinary importance of pies. Age-appropriate activities for kids 3-10 will be available. \nNote: no actual food will be served\, but there will be recipes!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/pi-day-extravaganza-a-3-14-event/
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:20260312T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20260220T213359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T213359Z
UID:10001674-1773311400-1773316800@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Bethesda Reads Book Discussion Club
DESCRIPTION:Interested in joining? The Book Club meets the second Thursday of each month from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. We’ll talk over the book The Japanese Lover by Isabel Allende. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe book chosen for this month’s discussion is The Japanese Lover by Isabel Allende. In 1939\, young Alma Belasco’s parents send her away from Poland to live in safety with an aunt and uncle in their mansion in San Francisco. \nCopies of this book will be available at the check out desk\, while supplies last.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/bethesda-reads-book-discussion-club-3/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20260220T213208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T213208Z
UID:10001673-1773253800-1773257400@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:No Shelf Control: A Book Club for Grades 4-6
DESCRIPTION:Calling all readers ages 9-12: No Shelf Control is the place for you! Pick up a copy of “Property of the Rebel Librarian” and join us tonight for a discussion of middle school readers and censorship. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen June Harper’s parents discover she’s reading a book called “The Making of a Witch\,” they become deeply concerned that her middle school librarian has stocked the shelves with material not appropriate for kids that age. Enough of the community and school administration agree and remove a wide range of authors and subjects from the collection\, implementing a ban on even bringing certain books into school. June realizes she’s not alone in opposing this and works with other avid tweenage readers to find ways to secretly pass around and read books that they’ve loved and want to read. When the identity of the “rebel librarian” is uncovered\, what will be the consequences? How should parents\, teachers\, and librarians balance access to reading material with their desire to shield their students and children from certain language\, topics\, and ideas until they’re older?
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/no-shelf-control-a-book-club-for-grades-4-6/
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:20260311T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20251212T205856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T205856Z
UID:10000429-1773244800-1773248400@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:LEGO Construction & Duplo Too!
DESCRIPTION:Each Wednesday\, join us in the meeting room from 4:00pm-5:00pm for a session of building with LEGO and Duplos! We supply the LEGO and Duplo pieces\, and you supply the imagination! \nThis program is for children ages 3 years old and up. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/lego-construction-duplo-too-2/2026-03-11/
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:20260310T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
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/2026-03-10/
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:20260307T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T110000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20260220T211753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T211753Z
UID:10001672-1772879400-1772881200@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Family Storytime at Connie Morella
DESCRIPTION:These 25-30-minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and activities that promote and develop language skills and imagination. These programs encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning and introduce them to the culture of reading.​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk on the morning of the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/family-storytime-at-connie-morella/
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:20260305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
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SUMMARY:Tales of Yesterday: Historical Fiction Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Travel back in time with our historical fiction book club! From political intrigue to daring romances\, every month we visit a different period in time. Join us this March for All We Were Promised by Ashton Lattimore. \n“The paths of three young Black women in pre-Civil War Philadelphia unexpectedly–and dangerously–collide in this dramatic debut novel inspired by the explosive history of a city at war with itself. Philadelphia\, 1837. When nineteen-year-old Charlotte escaped from the deteriorating White Oaks plantation four years ago\, she’d expected freedom to look completely different from her former life as an enslaved housemaid. Instead\, she’s locked away playing servant to her white-passing father\, hiding their past and identities to protect themselves from slavecatchers who would destroy their new lives. Charlotte longs to break away\, but outside the walls of their townhouse\, the City of Brotherly Love is up in arms. Pennsylvania is a free state\, yet abolitionists are struggling to establish a permanent home for the anti-slavery movement\, as southern sympathizers incite violence against free Black people and white vigilantes stalk the streets. Undeterred\, Charlotte sneaks out and forges an unlikely friendship with Nell\, a member of one of Philadelphia’s wealthiest Black families. Nell is under so much pressure from her parents to settle down and marry Alex\, a close family friend\, that the two pretend to get engaged\, just to take the heat off. Meanwhile Nell and Charlotte grow close over their mutual commitment to abolition\, so when Evie\, Charlotte’s enslaved friend from White Oaks\, shows up in the city\, they conspire to help her flee North. Charlotte and her father’s freedom is threatened as she and Nell navigate the abolitionist world’s racial and class politics and ever-present dangers\, struggling to forge a plan to free Evie from slavery before it’s too late. Inspired by the untold history of Pennsylvania Hall\, one of Philadelphia’s landmarks lost to violence\, All We Were Promised is the story of three young Black women–the rebel\, the socialite\, and the fugitive–fighting for each other in an American city straining to live up to its loftiest ideals.”–Publisher description. \nCopies of the book can be picked up at the front desk at the Connie Morella Library\, or you can borrow a digital copy from our online collection here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/tales-of-yesterday-historical-fiction-book-club-2/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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SUMMARY:My First Book Club at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:Children in Grades K-1 can practice their reading skills through group reading\, activities & games based on beginner reader books. Each session will focus on a different theme. Caregivers must attend.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/my-first-book-club-at-connie-morella-library/
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:20260304T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
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SUMMARY:LEGO Construction & Duplo Too!
DESCRIPTION:Each Wednesday\, join us in the meeting room from 4:00pm-5:00pm for a session of building with LEGO and Duplos! We supply the LEGO and Duplo pieces\, and you supply the imagination! \nThis program is for children ages 3 years old and up. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/lego-construction-duplo-too-2/2026-03-04/
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:20260303T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
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/2026-03-03/
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:20260228T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20260220T211211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T211211Z
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SUMMARY:"Our Earth" Book Discussion Club
DESCRIPTION:Come\, share your ideas and learn more about environmental topics in this space for thoughtful exchange\, around fiction and non-fiction books. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nStarting from a common base to have real discussions about the environment\, this book discussion club is a great way to deepen ideas\, have respectful debates while listening to the points of view of others and broaden our understanding and vision on this important topic. Together\, we may discover new forms of commitment and imagine new sustainable and desirable horizons. \nThis month’s selection is Falter: has the human game begun to play itself out\, by Bill McKibben. “Thirty years ago Bill McKibben offered one of the earliest warnings about climate change. Now he broadens the warning: the entire human game\, he suggests\, has begun to play itself out. Bill McKibben’s groundbreaking book The End of Nature — issued in dozens of languages and long regarded as a classic — was the first book to alert us to global warming. But the danger is broader than that: even as climate change shrinks the space where our civilization can exist\, new technologies like artificial intelligence and robotics threaten to bleach away the variety of human experience. Falter tells the story of these converging trends and of the ideological fervor that keeps us from bringing them under control. And then\, drawing on McKibben’s experience in building 350.org\, the first truly global citizens movement to combat climate change\, it offers some possible ways out of the trap. We’re at a bleak moment in human history — and we’ll either confront that bleakness or watch the civilization our forebears built slip away. Falter is a powerful and sobering call to arms\, to save not only our planet but also our humanity.” — Provided by publisher. \nA limited number of copies will be available at the Check Out Desk.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/our-earth-book-discussion-club-4/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20260220T211041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T211041Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Afternoon Games\, Puzzles\, Coloring & Crafts!
DESCRIPTION:Looking for an indoor activity on a cold Early Release day from school? We’ll have a variety of games\, puzzles\, coloring\, and winter-themed crafts–fun for all ages! Friends and families welcome! \nCome spend an afternoon at the library and maybe make new friends playing some of your favorite children’s and family board and card games: Checkers\, Chess\, Candy Land\, Go Fish\, Connect Four\, Bananagrams\, Battleship\, Sorry!\, Pictionary\, Apples to Apples\, and more! Desktop puzzles\, floor puzzles\, a coloring station\, and winter-themed crafts\, too! Children\, teens\, and families welcome!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/winter-afternoon-games-puzzles-coloring-crafts/
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:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20260220T210858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T210858Z
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SUMMARY:The Life and Legacy of Reverend Josiah Henson
DESCRIPTION:Enslaved; Abolitionist; Methodist Preacher; Underground Railroad conductor; Founder of the Dawn Settlement; Entrepreneur; Author. Presented by the Josiah Henson Museum and Park in Montgomery County. \nJosiah Henson\, born into slavery and scarred by brutal abuse\, overcame illiteracy and physical hardship to gain his freedom\, learn to read\, and become a Methodist preacher and community leader. A man of unwavering moral principles\, he repeatedly returned to the United States via the Underground Railroad to help fugitives settle in Canada\, founded the Dawn Settlement\, and published an 1849 autobiography that inspired Uncle Tom’s Cabin. His story profoundly influenced the abolitionist movement; Abraham Lincoln even credited Henson’s narrative\, alongside Uncle Tom\, as a catalyst for the Civil War. Henson traveled internationally to raise funds\, met Queen Victoria and U.S. President Hayes\, and devoted his later years to advancing education until his death.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/life-and-legacy-of-reverend-josiah-henson/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T233715
CREATED:20251212T205856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T205856Z
UID:10000427-1772035200-1772038800@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:LEGO Construction & Duplo Too!
DESCRIPTION:Each Wednesday\, join us in the meeting room from 4:00pm-5:00pm for a session of building with LEGO and Duplos! We supply the LEGO and Duplo pieces\, and you supply the imagination! \nThis program is for children ages 3 years old and up. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/lego-construction-duplo-too-2/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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