Have a teen? They can join us this Saturday for a FREE viewing of The Mandalorian and Grogu at AMC Theater in Annapolis Mall. Popcorn and drink (plus a library swag bag) provided. There are limited seats, so make sure to reserve their spot(s) in advance: aacpl.info/43o63o1

AACPL will be closing at 1 pm today (Monday, March 16) due to the weather. Please stay safe, friends!

AACPL will be closed Monday, February 23 due to inclement weather.

AACPL will close at 4 pm on Sunday, February 22, due to the inclement weather.

We're heartbroken to learn a student in our community was injured by the accidental discharge of a gun today. Remember that gun locks are available FREE at all of our libraries. Stop in and ask - and help prevent the next tragedy. In partnership: @aahealth.bsky.social. aacpl.info/GunSafetyLocks

AACPL will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, 1/29, as we continue to clear our properties of snow and ice. AACPL will be open on Friday, 1/30.

Folks, please wait to return your items until the libraries have reopened. We are still closed today because we are working to clear the ice from lots and sidewalks. We want everyone to stay safe in these very icy conditions. Remember, AACPL does not charge overdue fines.

AACPL will be closed Sunday, January 25 and Monday, January 26 due to the weather. HOWEVER, we are open until 5 pm on Saturday, so there's still time to go grab some snow day reads.

Reminder to charge up those eReaders so you don't run out of books if the power goes out this weekend.

Did you get library bingo in 2025?

AACPL will be closed Sunday, December 14, due to inclement weather. ❄️

Teens! Join us at AMC Theaters in Annapolis Mall this Monday, November 24 at 2 pm for exclusive viewing of Wicked: For Good. Costumes encouraged and snacks provided. Register here to reserve your spot! aacpl.info/forgood

AACPL will be open regular hours tomorrow, November 11 (Veteran's Day). Come visit us!

Yoga Nidra, scheduled for this evening at Broadneck Library, has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience!

The events Solving the Enigma Code, scheduled for November 1 at Eastport Library and Talking In Code: Native American Code Talkers: A History of the WWII Native American Code Talkers*, scheduled for November 5 at Deale Library, have been canceled due to the ongoing government shutdown. 1/2

We know times are tough for a lot of Marylanders right now, especially our Federal employees. If you need help with groceries or meals, we've updated our Food Resources page with a few additional options, including resources for families, kids, seniors, and even pets. www.aacpl.net/food-resources

Did you know that AAWDC offers free career services at the Brooklyn Park Library? Stop by on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.! Anne Arundel County Public Library #AAWDC #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerServices #CommunityEngagement #CareerSuccess

Good Morning! AACPL is open regular hours today, Monday, October 13. Stop by and see us!

Today we remember one of the great ones. Take a moment to learn more about the life and advocacy of Jane Goodall. aacpl.info/janegoodall

Hey Severna Park! We're holding another session of A Beginner's Guide to AI at Severna Park Library tomorrow from 6-7:30 pm. Bring your friends, parents and whoever keeps sending you those gifs of raccoons jumping on trampolines. www.aacpl.net/event/hold-b...

Did you know that AACPL has a totally free streaming service for kids that includes content from PBS Kids, Blippi, Highlights, and more? Oh, and there are zero annoying ads. aacpl.info/kanopykids

Listen. It's been a long month. If you need to scream it out, head over to Crofton Library. We scream together at 6:30. aacpl.info/4geAbrL

Don't miss the newest episode of the Pittman and Friends podcast with AACPL CEO Skip Auld! There are so many cool things happening at the public library: www.aacounty.org/pittmanandfr...

Severna Park Library is accepting donations through September 30 for Annapolis Light House to support a teen-led service project. These donations will help those experiencing or at risk of homelessness in our community. 1/2

September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day. Learn how you can get FREE gun safety locks at your local AACPL branch: aacpl.info/gunlocks

Next Tuesday's AI class filled up in a flash, but we still have spots in Wednesdays's Info Literacy 101! Is it the name? It's the name isn't it? We'll accept more exciting suggestions.

The driving simulator at Busch Annapolis Library has been featured in American Libraries Magazine! aacpl.info/drivingsimala Have you tried it out? @amlibraries.bsky.social

A little encouragement spotted in the Severna Park Library today. Thank you to whoever left it to brighten our day!

School is back, so this is a good time to remind you that students from kindergarten to college have access to free subject-specialist online tutors via Brainfuse and AACPL. Visit our Student Center page to access this resource and many more. www.aacpl.net/research-lea...

Exciting news: @aacpl.bsky.social just expanded Discoveries: The Library At the Mall! In just a few years, Discoveries has become one of the busiest branches in all of the Anne Arundel County Public Library system serving more than 143,000 people in the last year.

It's Library Card Sign-Up Month! Did you know you can get your AACPL card in minutes online? And that it gives you instant access to all of the library's online collections including streaming movies, eBooks, eAudiobooks, online learning, tutoring, job search help and so much more? aacpl.info/card

On this #TBT, check out this Summer Reading Program photo from 1994 at Riviera Beach Library, courtesy of Digital Maryland. Look at all those excited young @aacpl.bsky.social readers!

This booklist of AI in Fiction was 100% created by human librarians. aacpl.info/AI_Fiction What books would you add to it?

Busch Annapolis Library is closing at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, June 24, due to lack of air conditioning.

Maryland City at Russett Library will be closed Tuesday, June 24 due to lack of air conditioning. Severn is currently closed for branch improvements. All other locations are open, and AC is on - come on in and keep cool today!

Save money on home AC and spend your day at the library today! All branches (except Severn) are open and keeping cool. Read, use a computer, attend an event, or just hang out. www.aacpl.net/events/upcom...

!!! UPDATE on tomorrow's Park and Pride at Riviera Beach Library !!! 🌈🌈🌈 www.aacpl.net/event/pasade...

Have Library Card Will Travel '25 is here! Tag us in a photo of your summer vacation with your AACPL card to be entered into a contest for fabulous prizes (gift cards to awesome locally-owned businesses). www.aacpl.net/event/have-l... #HLCWT #SummerReading #ColorYourWorld

Hey movie lovers - we just added a ton of new films and tv shows to Kanopy streaming and they don't use your monthly credits! Just look for the categories that say Unlimited Viewing. #StreamSmarter

Summer @ Your Library has begun -- and it's not just for kids! There are challenges and prizes for readers of all ages! Learn more and sign up the whole family here: www.aacpl.net/summer

Pride Month starts in three days! AACPL has a fabulous lineup of events, recommended reads, and more. Get your calendars ready! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ www.aacpl.net/pridemonth

It's still Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, so let's celebrate with some cozy Japanese cat books, which are having a *moment* right now. Do you have a favorite in this genre? aacpl.info/cozycat

Meet David, Linthicum Library's first Kid Librarian! David had a great time selecting titles for his book display. David's display will be up for two weeks, until it's the next Kid Librarian's turn!

The scheduled mobile food drive at the Eastport-Annapolis Neck Branch, originally planned for today, Friday, May 16th from 2–3 p.m., has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. 1/2

Saving money is hard. Make sure you're taking advantage of the perks of having a library card! www.aacpl.net/save

After almost 5 years, we'll no longer be distributing free Covid tests at all library branches. Free tests are still available in Health-to-Go vending machines at Brooklyn Park & Deale branches. We're thankful for our partner @aahealth.bsky.social who allowed us to provide this service so long!

Did you know that AACPL offers storytimes with certified ASL interpreters? If you're an Anne Arundel resident, please fill out this (extremely short) survey. aacpl.info/aslsurvey And learn more about these programs here: aacpl.info/ASL

We have a new app! Manage your account, pull up your library card, check the catalog, and more from your phone. Just search "Anne Arundel Public Library" in the Apple or Android app store.

It's #LibraryGivingWeek! Summer @ Your Library helps prevent the “summer slide” when students are out of school. Read daily & participate in fun & engaging library events for prizes! Donate to make this year's Summer @ Your Library the best yet! Foster literacy & learning here ➡️ aacpl.net/donate

Last night's Trans Pride Party at Glen Burnie Library was a great success! Thank you to everyone who came out to show their pride or their allyship. We loved this beautiful rainbow that appeared over the library during the event. 🌈