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Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month at Local Libraries
April is Arab American Heritage Month. AACPL is celebrating all month with events, book lists organized by reader age group, and STEM activities. Visit the library’s website for full details.
Anne Arundel County Food Pantry & Resource List
This list, published by the Anne Arundel County Food Bank and updated regularly, provides information on where to find free food and basic necessities throughout the county. Pantry locations, contact numbers, and hours are included.
Language Exchange at Brooklyn Park Library
Wednesday, April 17, 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Practice English or Spanish in a fun and informal setting.
https://www.aacpl.net/event/
also Wednesday, May 15, 6 pm – 7:30 pm
https://www.aacpl.net/event/
Korean-English Language Hour at Severn Library
Monday, April 22, 7 pm – 8 pm
From the library’s website:
Practice your English or Korean language skills. Snacks, conversation prompts, and information about library and county resources will be provided.
https://www.aacpl.net/event/
Discover English Conversation Club at Discoveries Library
Monday, May 6, 6 pm – 7 pm
Adults at all proficiency levels are welcome to practice speaking English. All languages are welcome, and children may accompany their parents. Call the branch at 410-222-0133 for more information. https://www.aacpl.net/event/
English/Spanish Exchange at Busch Annapolis Library
Wednesday, May 15, 7 pm – 8 pm
Practice English and Spanish conversation in an informal environment. All levels are welcome. This event is for adults.
https://www.aacpl.net/event/
English-Spanish Conversation Hour at Glen Burnie Library
Thursday, May 9, 7:30 pm _ 8:30 pm
Practice your English or Spanish conversation skills, enjoy snacks, and learn about library and county resources. This event is for teens (11 yrs+) and adults.
https://www.aacpl.net/event/
Language Exchange at Brooklyn Park Library
Practice English or Spanish in a fun and informal setting.
Scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, 6 pm – 7:30 pm
https://www.aacpl.net/event/