Book Swap for Kids Books
Nov. 1, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
St. John’s Lutheran Church | 300 Maple Road West, Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
The Linthicum Mommy and Me group is hosting its first-ever book swap. It’s a great time to find a new home for your old books and pick up new ones! Email or call ahead to donate books.
Free | tinyurl.com/KidsBookSwap010
The Book of Life Movie and Craft
Nov. 1, 2-4 p.m.
Discoveries: The Library at the Mall | 2260 Annapolis Mall Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
Celebrate and learn more about Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) at this free event featuring a screening of the 2014 animated movie “The Book of Life” and a shadowbox diorama craft.
Free | aacpl.net
Illuminate Annapolis Festival
Nov. 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Anne Arundel Community College – Schwartz Student Union | 101 College Parkway, Arnold, MD 21012
If you’re interested in holistic medicine or the more mystical side of life, this wellness festival allows families to peruse products from local vendors, get tarot and astrology readings and participate in workshops. Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult.
Free | illuminatefestivals.com
Groovy Art Show
Nov. 8, 5-8 p.m.
Open Eye Gallery at Arundel Lodge | 2600 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037
To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the Open Eye Gallery is going back to when it first opened with this 1970s-themed celebration and art show! Dress up in your grooviest duds and enjoy themed food and art from local vendors. Proceeds fund Arundel Lodge’s mission to support adults with mental health disorders.
Free | facebook.com/ALIOpenEyeGallery
Holiday Harvest Craft Fair
Nov. 16, noon-5 p.m.
Kent Island Resort | 500 Kent Manor Drive, Stevensville, MD 21666
Come to Kent Island for this seasonal craft fair full of cozy fall fun! Browse crafts from local vendors, enjoy live music, food, drink and children’s activities and pick up gifts for the holidays!
Free | kentislandresort.com/events/holiday-harvest-craft-fair
Piscataway Nation Singers & Dancers
Nov. 22, 2-3 p.m.
Odenton Regional Library | 1325 Annapolis Road, Odenton, MD 21113
November is National Native American Heritage Month, so it’s the best time to learn about Maryland’s indigenous tribes. The Piscataway people are some of Maryland’s oldest residents, and the Piscataway Nation Singers & Dancers carry on their ancient musical traditions.
Free | aacpl.net
