March was declared as National Women’s History Month by Congress in 1987 to honor the extraordinary achievements of American women. The theme for 2023, “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories”, encourages recognition of women who have been active in all forms of media and storytelling including print, radio, TV, stage, screen, blogs, podcasts, and more.
Tuesday, March 7: 4:30-5:15 p.m.
My First Book Club: I Want to be an Engineer
This book club is for children grades Kindergarten through 1st who are learning to read.
Gaithersburg Library
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Thursday, March 9: 6-8 p.m.
The Harriet Tubman Journey to Freedom Traveling Exhibition Lecture
Historian Anthony Cohen, in conjunction with Coming To The Table (CTTT) discusses The Traveling Exhibition: “Harriet Tubman – The Journey to Freedom,” currently traveling the country.
Rockville Memorial Library
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Friday, March 10: 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Art at the Library: Alma Thomas
Learn about Alma Thomas, an African-American artist and teacher who lived and worked in Washington, D.C. Create a work of art to take home.
For grades Kindergarten-5th
Gaithersburg Library
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Saturday, March 11: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Women’s History Month: Yayoi Kusama art
Celebrate the contributions of Yayoi Kusama to the world of art in this drop-in art event for all ages.
Little Falls Library
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Saturday, March 11: 2-3 p.m.
Katharine Wright, Sister of the Wright Brothers – By Regina Rose
Without Katharine Wright (1874-1929) , Orville & Wilbur may not have found their place in history. It is time Katharine is restored to her proper place alongside Wilbur and Orville.
Rockville Memorial Library
In-person
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Saturday, March 11: 2-3 p.m.
Divided Nation, Divided Town: One Woman’s Experience, Women’s History Month Program with Emily Correll
Montgomery History presents the story of Rockville’s Dora Higgins during the Civil War. Based on a letter that Dora, an abolitionist, wrote to her mother as the Confederates came through Rockville.
Wheaton Library
In-person
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Monday, March 13: 4-6 p.m.
Susan’s Future Voters: Women’s History Month Discovery Table
Make a Future Voter Badge to celebrate and learn about Susan B. Anthony an American social reformer and women’s rights activist.
Recommended ages 3 to 12
Twinbrook Library
In-person
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Monday, March 13: 6-8 p.m.
Sanctified Sisters of Colesville — The Hidden History of Commonwealth Farm Speaker Julianne Mangin
Learn the hidden history behind a feminist commune that ran Commonwealth Farm Inn in Colesville from 1903 to 1947.
Olney Library
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Monday, March 13: 6-7 p.m.
SEC Women’s Financial Literacy
Focusing on investing and the different challenges women face on their financial journeys.
Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library
Virtual
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Thursday, March 16: 4:30-5:30 p.m.
STEAM Club: Coding with Ozobots
Learn about women in computer science, then learn some coding skills and put them into practice while playing with Ozobots.
Gaithersburg Library
For grades 3rd to 5th
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Saturday, March 18: 10:30-11 a.m.
Family Storytime
A Women’s History Month storytime for young children featuring fun stories about independent, curious, and adventurous girls.
White Oak Library
Best suited for children 4 and older
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Monday, March 20: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Women’s History Month Celebration: The Culinary History of Montgomery County Maryland – Authors Claudia Kousoulas and Ellen Letourneau
Celebrate Women’s History with local authors Ms. Kousoulas and Ms. Letourneau on their book The Culinary History of Montgomery County Maryland.
Virtual
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Tuesday, March 21: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Know Your County Government – Featuring: The Montgomery County Commission for Women (CFW)
The Montgomery County Commission for Women will be providing an information table on our main floor.
White Oak Library
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Thursday, March 23: 6-7:15 p.m.
Honoring Women’s History Month: Elizabeth Cady Stanton – “Equality For All!” Live Show – Performance by Actress and Smithsonian Scholar Mary Ann Jung
Join us for a live performance of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, one of the principal leaders of the Women’s Rights Movement in 19th century America. Supported by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
Chevy Chase Library
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Tuesday, March 28: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Investing for Women
Learn about taking risk, how to minimize that risk, saving and investing for the long term–both for retirement and just for life. Suzanne McGovern from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will guide you through the discussion and answer any questions you may have as it relates to Saving and Investing.
Damascus Library
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Except where noted, all events are in-person.
