• One Maryland One Book Discussion

    Ruth Enlow Library of Garrett County, Grantsville Branch 102 Parkview Drive, Grantsville, MD, United States

    Please join us as we discuss the 2026 One Maryland One Book, No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore. “There are moments in our lives when we discover an artist, an album, a film, or a cultural artifact that leaves a lasting impression. These moments inform how we understand the world, […]

  • Southern Regional Humanities Network: Networking Event

    Historic Sotterley 44300 Sotterley Ln, Hollywood, Maryland

    Come join fellow cultural workers and community members as we convene local groups, historic sites, and engaged individuals as part of our Southern Regional Humanities Network efforts. Historic Sotterley will serve as our host and offer a chance for participants to explore their exhibitions and hear about programming. There will also be time to meet […]

  • Aberdeen Morning Book Discussion

    Harford County Public Library, Aberdeen Library 21 Franklin Street, Aberdeen, MD, United States

    Join us to discuss this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. […]

  • Potomac Book Club

    Charles County Public Library, Potomac Branch 3225 Ruth B. Swann Drive, Indian Head, MD, United States

    Potomac Book Club – Join a group of adult readers in discussing “No Sense in Wishing” by Lawrence Burney at the CCPL Potomac Branch, located at 3225 Ruth B. Swann Drive, Indian Head, MD 20640 (301) 375-7375.

  • One Maryland One Book Discussion: No Sense in Wishing

    Enoch Pratt Free Library, Govans Branch 5714 Bellona Avenue, Baltimore, MD, United States

    Join us for a discussion of the 2026 One Maryland One Book selection No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney. No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney is a personal and analytical essay collection that showcases his home city of Baltimore, […]

  • Towson Book Club: One Maryland One Book

    Baltimore County Public Library, Towson Branch 320 York Road, Towson, MD, United States

    Join us for a lively discussion of this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities and the Maryland Center for the Book, sponsored by The Institute of Museum and Library Services via […]

  • Open Mic: Poetry and Reform

    Worcester County Library, Pocomoke Branch 401 5th Street, Pocomoke City, MD, United States

    Join our host, Sista Big, for an evening of powerful words and fresh perspectives. Share original work or listen as community voices explore themes of change, justice, and hope through poetry and music. All experience levels welcome.

  • Page Turners VIRTUAL Book Discussion

    Charles County Public Library, La Plata Branch 2 Garrett Ave, La Plata, MD, United States

    Join our VIRTUAL book discussion for lively, welcoming conversation where readers can share insights, reactions, and favorite passages from “No Sense in Wishing” by Lawrence Burney. Registration is required. For additional information, see CCPLonline.org – Events – September 26, 2026.

  • What is Creative Non-Fiction?

    Wicomico Public Library, Centre Branch 2300 N. Salisbury Blvd STE L101, Salisbury, MD, United States

    Creative writing, we’ve heard of it, but what is it really? Join us at Centre branch as we explore the in’s and out’s of creative non-fiction within this year’s One Maryland One Book No Sense in Wishing. Professor Melissa Reddish from Wor-Wic Community College, and a published author herself, will lead us on a short […]

  • One Maryland One Book Discussion and Bookmark Craft

    St. Mary’s County Library, Charlotte Hall Branch 37600 New Market Road, Charlotte Hall, MD, United States

    Each year, thousands of Marylanders share in the experience of reading the same book. Discuss this year’s selection with fellow readers and make a personalized, playlist-themed bookmark!

  • One Maryland One Book Discussion: No Sense in Wishing

    Enoch Pratt Free Library, Edmondson Avenue Branch 4330 Edmondson Avenue, Baltimore, MD, United States

    Join us for a discussion of the 2026 One Maryland One Book selection No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney. No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney is a personal and analytical essay collection that showcases his home city of Baltimore, […]

  • Book Discuss

    Cecil County Public Library, North East Branch 485 Mauldin Avenue, North East, MD, United States

    Book discussion for the One Maryland One Book selection: “No Sense in Wishing” by Lawrence Burney