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Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
78 upcoming events for kids and families at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library, straight from the calendar we read every week.
Library · Silver Spring · Updated September 16, 2026
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**Free tickets required! Tickets available on the 3rd Floor at 10:30 am the same day. Space is limited** This spellbinding special event introduces children to the principles of air and pressure. Children see an incredible exothermic reaction take place and even get the chance to watch a hovercraft in action! Presented…
MONDAY
21
SEPTEMBER
**Tickets required for entry. Free tickets available on the 5th floor at 10 am the same day. Space is limited** A storytime experience for our youngest library users, ages 0-18 months, and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally…
Need someone to help look over your resume? Need help with applying for jobs? Come see the Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library staff to get help with job related topics! These 30 minute one-on-one appointments will be first come first served and will take place in Meeting Room #1 on the 3rd Floor. Questions abou…
Join us as we practice English conversation in an informal, friendly relaxed setting. New members are always welcome. Looking for resources to practice English? Take a look at these resources using your library card. Don't have a card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get a Library Card . Language learning resourc…
TUESDAY
22
SEPTEMBER
**New Policy- please note. Tickets required for entry. Free tickets are available on the fifth floor at 10 am the day of the program. Space is limited.** 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 a…
Chess club is free to attend, and all ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces will be provided. Learn chess in a non-competitive environment - beginners are welcome! We meet in the 5th floor each Tuesday from 4:30pm-7:30pm. Participants 13 and under should plan to have a parent stay in the program with the…
Love crocheting? Love knitting? Want to hang around other people who love yarn? Come to the Crochet and Knitting Club to meet like minded craft enthusiasts! You can bring your own projects and we will also supply limited materials for small crochet or knitting projects as well! Questions about this program? Contact the…
NEW: You will need to be signed into Zoom to attend this program via the web. To sign in, you must first create a free account: https://zoom.us/signup Once you are signed in on Zoom, return to this page and click on the link below to join the program. --- NEW: You will need to be signed into Zoom to attend this program…
WEDNESDAY
23
SEPTEMBER
**New Policy- please note. Tickets required for entry. Free tickets are available on the fifth floor at 10 am the day of the program. Space is limited.** 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 a…
Hangout Hub is a welcoming social club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants can listen to stories, chat with friends, enjoy snacks, play games, and explore simple arts and crafts in a relaxed, inclusive environment. No reading experience is needed—just come as you are and enjoy spen…
Ready to change your life? This is your chance to get all your Montgomery College questions answered regardless of your age - whether you are curious about MC, planning to apply, or already attending! Drop by and learn what Montgomery College has to offer: Dual Enrollment, Early College, Middle College, and Jumpstart d…
Interested in careers in science, food service jobs or agriculture? Celebrate Civic Awareness Month at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library on Wednesday, September 23 from 4-5 PM - discover STEM careers, ask questions, make art, earn SSL, and help our community and the Little Free Seed Library of downtown Silver…
*You must already have a Gmail account to register for this class* In this 2-session class, you will learn the basics of using your Google Drive account. This class will meet Wednesday September 23 and Wednesday September 30, from 6:00 - 7:30pm. 13 computers available for use by registered participants. Class takes pla…
THURSDAY
24
SEPTEMBER
Staff from Pathways to Housing DC will be available to provide information and referrals for emergency housing and related issues. No appointments needed - we meet in the Mac Lab on the third floor, or see a library staff member Questions about this program? Contact the branch at 240-773-9420 Looking for more fun thing…
Click on the link for more information about our selections. Each month's physical copies can be found behind the 3rd floor circulation desk at the library. We meet in the third floor meeting room at 2:00pm on the 4th Thursday of the month. September 24th- Dictionary of Lost Words October 22nd - The Violin Conspiracy N…
Join us at McGee Library every Thursday afternoon for Afternoon Adventures -- be part of the fun! Every Thursday afternoon in our 5th floor program room, we will host a variety of fun activities including board games, card games, video games, Legos, movies, crafts, and more. This program is for children ages 5 years ol…
Librarians hosting Tech Time can offer assistance with troubleshooting and navigating issues on a personal device, such as: E-books/E-readers (Kindle, Kobo, etc.) Computers Smartphones Tablets We cannot assist with: -Fixing physical hardware components -Removing malware or scanning for malware -Downloading apps and sof…
El Club Español de conversación regresa en persona los jueves de 5:30pm a 7:00pm a la Biblioteca Brigadier General Charles E. McGee. El nuevo formato dará la bienvenida a hablantes nativos de inglés y español. Las sesiones semanales se estructurarán como encuentros espontáneos, donde habrá un intercambio entre los dos…
In this basics course, you will learn: What is a mouse, and how do you use it? What is an internet browser? What do these buttons on the keyboard do? And more! This is a two-session course that will take place on September 24th and October 1st *unless cancelled or re-scheduled*. The content of the course will repeat ev…
FRIDAY
25
SEPTEMBER
**New Policy- please note. Tickets required for entry. Free tickets are available on the fifth floor at 10 am the day of the program. Space is limited.** 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 a…
SATURDAY
26
SEPTEMBER
A special presentation on Health and Wellness by Montgomery County Health and Human Services. As summer winds down, many children and teens experience a mix of excitement and anxiety about returning to school — new teachers, new routines, social pressures, and academic expectations can all feel overwhelming. Join Montg…
SUNDAY
27
SEPTEMBER
GIMP is an open-source graphics program—similar to Photoshop, but free! GIMP allows you to create graphics or edit photos using a variety of customizable tools and features. This class will introduce kids to the interface and encourage them to express themselves through digital art! The projects our participants create…
MONDAY
28
SEPTEMBER
**Tickets required for entry. Free tickets available on the 5th floor at 10 am the same day. Space is limited** A storytime experience for our youngest library users, ages 0-18 months, and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally…
Need someone to help look over your resume? Need help with applying for jobs? Come see the Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library staff to get help with job related topics! These 30 minute one-on-one appointments will be first come first served and will take place in Meeting Room #1 on the 3rd Floor. Questions abou…
Join us as we practice English conversation in an informal, friendly relaxed setting. New members are always welcome. Looking for resources to practice English? Take a look at these resources using your library card. Don't have a card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get a Library Card . Language learning resourc…
TUESDAY
29
SEPTEMBER
**New Policy- please note. Tickets required for entry. Free tickets are available on the fifth floor at 10 am the day of the program. Space is limited.** 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 a…
Chess club is free to attend, and all ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces will be provided. Learn chess in a non-competitive environment - beginners are welcome! We meet in the 5th floor each Tuesday from 4:30pm-7:30pm. Participants 13 and under should plan to have a parent stay in the program with the…
Love crocheting? Love knitting? Want to hang around other people who love yarn? Come to the Crochet and Knitting Club to meet like minded craft enthusiasts! You can bring your own projects and we will also supply limited materials for small crochet or knitting projects as well! Questions about this program? Contact the…
WEDNESDAY
30
SEPTEMBER
**New Policy- please note. Tickets required for entry. Free tickets are available on the fifth floor at 10 am the day of the program. Space is limited.** 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 a…
*You must already have a Gmail account to register for this class* In this 2-session class, you will learn the basics of using your Google Drive account. This class will meet Wednesday September 23 and Wednesday September 30, from 6:00 - 7:30pm. 13 computers available for use by registered participants. Class takes pla…
THURSDAY
1
OCTOBER
Staff from Pathways to Housing DC will be available to provide information and referrals for emergency housing and related issues. No appointments needed - we meet in the Mac Lab on the third floor, or see a library staff member Questions about this program? Contact the branch at 240-773-9420 Looking for more fun thing…
Join us at McGee Library every Thursday afternoon for Afternoon Adventures -- be part of the fun! Every Thursday afternoon in our 5th floor program room, we will host a variety of fun activities including board games, card games, video games, Legos, movies, crafts, and more. This program is for children ages 5 years ol…
Librarians hosting Tech Time can offer assistance with troubleshooting and navigating issues on a personal device, such as: E-books/E-readers (Kindle, Kobo, etc.) Computers Smartphones Tablets We cannot assist with: -Fixing physical hardware components -Removing malware or scanning for malware -Downloading apps and sof…
In this basics course, you will learn: What is a mouse, and how do you use it? What is an internet browser? What do these buttons on the keyboard do? And more! This is a two-session course that will take place on September 24th and October 1st *unless cancelled or re-scheduled*. The content of the course will repeat ev…
FRIDAY
2
OCTOBER
**New Policy- please note. Tickets required for entry. Free tickets are available on the fifth floor at 10 am the day of the program. Space is limited.** 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 a…
MONDAY
5
OCTOBER
**Tickets required for entry. Free tickets available on the 5th floor at 10 am the same day. Space is limited** A storytime experience for our youngest library users, ages 0-18 months, and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally…
Need someone to help look over your resume? Need help with applying for jobs? Come see the Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library staff to get help with job related topics! These 30 minute one-on-one appointments will be first come first served and will take place in Meeting Room #1 on the 3rd Floor. Questions abou…
Join us as we practice English conversation in an informal, friendly relaxed setting. New members are always welcome. Looking for resources to practice English? Take a look at these resources using your library card. Don't have a card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get a Library Card . Language learning resourc…
TUESDAY
6
OCTOBER
**New Policy- please note. Tickets required for entry. Free tickets are available on the fifth floor at 10 am the day of the program. Space is limited.** 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 a…
Chess club is free to attend, and all ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces will be provided. Learn chess in a non-competitive environment - beginners are welcome! We meet in the 5th floor each Tuesday from 4:30pm-7:30pm. Participants 13 and under should plan to have a parent stay in the program with the…
Regular programs
- Baby Storytime at McGee Library
- Job and Resume Help
- English Conversation Club
- Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E McGee Library
- Chess Club - In-person
- Crochet and Knitting Club
- Hangout Hub
- Pathways to Housing - In-person
- Thursday Afternoon Adventures!
- Tech Time - In-person
- El Club Español de Conversación- In-person
- Computer Basics
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