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Events & Programs

Check out what's happening at the library! 

For trainings on library resources visit our Training page

For information about upcoming Library seminars or to schedule a seminar visit our Seminars page

Summer Library Challenge launched June 15th! 

Check out the Summer Library Challenge page for all the details

Next Read with NOAA book announced!

Join us on September 28th to discuss our latest read.

Check out the book club page

OAR Wellness Events


 Mindfulness Crafting Hour

The OAR Wellness Council has organized a Crafting Community to practice mindfulness through crafting. Members are invited to attend the tri-weekly in-person event to create community and learn from one another. 

Every 3 Weeks on Thursday @ 12:00 PM at NOAA Library in Silver Spring, SSMC3 Floor 2

Upcoming meeting dates: 

  • August 6th
  • August 27th
  • September 17th

Interested in learning how to knit, crochet, embroider? Join our Buddy System! We will pair you up with an experienced crafter who can provide support and guidance.

Add the repeating event to your Google Calendar

Not located in Silver Spring but want to have a similar group or other wellness related activity where you are located? 

Please reach out to the Wellness Council Workgroup at oar.wellness@noaa.gov. All personnel are welcome, including NOAA affiliates, interns, fellows, volunteers, etc.

NEW! We also have a hybrid meeting space for those who aren't able to attend in Silver Spring as well. Reach out to the Wellness Council Workgroup to be added to the meeting invite. 


To reserve the Library's open meeting space (SSMC3, 2nd Floor), please consult the calendar below to find an open date/time and email the library to reserve. 

Library is not open to the public. NOAA employees and Affiliates only.

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Max Capacity: 40 people

AV Equipment: Large monitor, snowball microphone (for online audience), laptop camera, speakers

Library's training and seminar space can be rearranged with tables and chairs to best fit the intended use