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Silent Book Club
Join us for a brand-new book club we're bringing you in partnership with the Green Room, Oakland.
Dungeons & Dragons
Join the adventure as we embark on a Dungeons & Dragons quest at the Main Library in Oakland on Saturday, December 20th, at 12 PM!
Library Academy: Maps & Geography - What You Need to Know
Ever wondered how to read a map? Wish you knew a bit more about geography and the layout of the world? We've got you!
Jane Austen Candlelit Tea
You are cordially invited to join us for a Jane Austen Candlelit Tea!
Ruth Enlow Library Holiday Open Houses
Join us for our annual series of Holiday Open Houses as we celebrate "the most wonderful time of the year"!
Find dates of all Holiday Open Houses here!Library Academy
Learn the skills you need to survive as a 21st century adult in Garrett County!
Find upcoming Library Academy sessions here!Dungeons & Dragons
Join the adventure as we embark on a Dungeons & Dragons quest at the Main Library in Oakland on Saturday, November 22nd at 12 PM!
Guys Readin' Stuff
Join us for our newest book club, "Guys Readin' Stuff" - just a group of dudes who like books! Adults and teens welcome. Meet cool folks, share the stuff you like.
Find upcoming Guys Readin' Stuff meetings here!Gardening Tools
We're proud to announce that our Accident Library, in partnership with the University of Maryland Extension, has launched a new project with a selection of garden tools you can check out to prep yo
Place a hold now!Beyond Salem: Fact and Folklore of Witch Trials in Colonial America
Join us on Wednesday, November 19th, 6 pm, at the Main Library, for Beyond Salem: Fact and Folklore of Witch Trials in Colonial America.
Jane Austen's 250th Birthday Afternoon Tea
You are cordially invited to join us as we celebrate this beloved author's 250th birthday!
Author Visit: How to Write a Good Mystery with Robert Kazary
Join us for an author visit by Robert Kazary, co-author of the Herb Wyman mystery series!
Student Discovery Series: SuGO Robotics
Join us for SuGO™, the not-so-ancient art of building Sumo Wrestling Robots using Lego Mindstorms.
Student Discovery Series: Kids, Rethink Your Drink Choices
This program will provide information on the best drink choices for kids and which drinks to avoid because of their high sugar and/or high caffeine content.
Student Discovery Series: Turkey Zipline Challenge
Karen Wood, University of Maryland Extension/4-H Youth Development, will present an engaging Fall science activity where participants will design and construct a zipline and carrier that will succe
Battle of the Books
2026 Battle of the Books Competition
Student Discovery Series: Seed Saving & Pumpkin Decorating
Did you know you can save seeds from pumpkins and other garden plants for next year's garden? Have you ever heard of a library that has seeds instead of books?
Student Discovery Series: Discovery Table
Come and see skulls, skins, and shells of the wildlife that call Garrett County home. Live critters will also be visiting the program for attendants to see and touch.
It's a Conspiracy: A History
Join us on Saturday, October 11 AM - 12 PM at the Main Library for It's a Conspiracy: A History. Director Vose will guide attendees through an overview of conspiracy theories and the think
Dungeons & Dragons
Join the adventure as we embark on a Dungeons & Dragons quest at the Main Library in Oakland on Saturday, October 25th at 12 PM!