Ticket, pass and registration policy: An individual may request no more than five tickets for any program.

Daycare and school groups are encouraged to call the Children’s Department to schedule a visit.

*Schools' Out Special:
Art with “Art”

Bring your creative self and make a masterpiece to take home! View the short film “Art” by Patrick O’Donnell, and see how Art (the boy) turns his scribbles and splotches into… well— Art! Then we’ll try a few techniques of our own.

Monday, March 29, 2:00 p.m.

For grades K–5.

Please register in person or by phone beginning March 15. Each child participating must be registered. Limit 24.

*Schools' Out Special:
April Fool’s Flick:
Wallace & Gromit and the Curse of the WereRabbit

The clumsy but creative Wallace invents a humane pest-control outfit called "Anti-Pesto" to protect the gardens in the neighborhood. With the annual Giant Vegetable Competition coming up, panic erupts when a “beast” begins feasting on the town’s vegetable plots. It is up to Wallace and his trusty dog, Gromit, to hunt down a mysterious invader of epic and fluffy proportions. You are welcome to bring your lunch or a snack to enjoy during the film.

Thursday, April 1, 11:00 a.m.

For all ages.

Drop in; no registration required. Limit 100.

Monday Matinee:
Monsters vs Aliens

When a meteorite from outer space hits a young girl and douses her with the alien liquid Quantonium it turns her into a 48 foot monster. She is taken to a secret government compound where she meets a ragtag group of monsters also rounded up over the years. This crew of reluctant heroes is asked to save the earth from the evil alien Gallaxhar in this animated comedy. You are welcome to bring your lunch or a snack to enjoy during the film.

Monday, April 19, 10:30 a.m.

For all ages.

Drop in; no registration required. Limit 100.

*“Holy National Library Week, Batman!”

National Library Week is an annual celebration of the contributions of our nation's libraries and librarians. We think librarians are superheroes, and the caped crusader himself will be stopping by to celebrate our library! Join us for comic book themed games and activities, and bring your camera.

Saturday, April 10, 2:00 p.m.

For all ages.

Please pick up a free ticket for this program beginning March 27. A ticket will be required for each child participating; a person may pick up no more than 5 tickets. Limit 50 children.

The ‘Tween Zone features crafts, demonstrations or performers for those students in grades 4–6. These programs are designed especially for our patrons between childhood and adolescence.

*Magazine Bowls

School's Out and Earth Day is also coming up, so the 'tweens will make Magazine Bowls, a recycled craft that's both colorful and trendy! Can you really make a bowl out of a magazine? All supplies are provided for this free program, and creativity is encouraged.

Monday, April 19, 1:00 p.m.

For grades 4-6.

Registration, in person or by phone, begins April 5. Each 'tween participating must be registered. Limit 30.

Monthly Mind Benders
"National Poetry Month" Quiz

Pick up a monthly Mind Bender contest form at the Potomac Library during the month of April. This month's contest is a "National Poetry Month" Quiz. Complete and return the form before 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 30. A drawing from the entries with the most correct answers will win a $10.00 gift certificate for Borders Books.

April 1–30

*Book Babies: The Series

Babies need books, too! Learn about literacy skills through stories, songs & play for infants & toddlers 6 months–24 months. This series of programs will continue though May. Topics covered in the March sessions are:

Mondays, 10:30 a.m.

March 29: Letter Knowledge

April 12: Phonological Awareness

April 26: Vocabulary

Preregistration is required and registration has been closed. If you are signed up for the series, we ask that you do not sign up for the individual programs on Thursdays, in order to give others the opportunity to attend.

Magic Carpet Time: Storytime for Pre-schoolers

Stories, songs and fingerplays especially for children ages 2–5 years old.

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 24: Magic Everywhere

March 31: Monkey Shines

April 7: Windy Days

April 14: National Library Week

April 21: Rainy, Rainy Days

April 28: Spring Flowers

Please pick up a pass beginning at 10:00 a.m. A pass will be required for each child attending the program. Limit 30 children.

Bedtime Storytime

Get ready for bed, and then join us for a before-bed treat of stories, songs and fingerplays. Wear your pajamas, if you like; pillows, blankets and stuffed animals are also optional.

Wednesdays, March 31 and
April 14 & 28
7:30 p.m.

Please pick up a pass beginning at 7:00 p.m. A pass will be required for each child attending the program. Limit 30 children.

*Book Babies: Individual Sessions

Babies need books, too! Stories, songs and play for infants and toddlers 6 – 24 months.

Thursdays, March 25 and
April 8 & 22
10:30 a.m.

Registration, in person or by phone, begins one week prior to each individual session. These sessions are designed for those not signed up for the Book Babies Series of programs.

*Totally Terrific Thursdays

Crafts or activities for ages 4 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult helper; younger siblings are welcome to attend, too.

Thursdays, 4:30 p.m.

March 18: Play With Your Food

April 1: Jokes & Tricks

April 15: “Go Green” Tree

April 29: Make a Mother’s Day Present

Pick up a free pass beginning at 4:00 p.m. on the day of the program. A pass is required for each child doing the craft. Limit 24 crafters.