Hilda C. Landers Library & Archives

Thanksgiving Break Hours at the Library & Archives

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Autumn leaves blowing in the windAs the holiday season approaches, the Library & Archives will have adjusted hours over Thanksgiving Break. We hope you enjoy a restful few days and find time to relax, recharge, and spend time with loved ones.

Library & Archives Hours for Thanksgiving Week

  • Sunday, Nov. 23: Open regular hours

  • Monday, Nov. 24: Open regular hours

  • Tuesday, Nov. 25: Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (closing early)

  • Wednesday, Nov. 26 to Saturday, Nov. 29: Closed for Thanksgiving Break

  • Sunday, Nov. 30: Open 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. (opening late)

 If you need help while we are closed, our Ask Us service is always available to support you. Enjoy the break!

“From Twilight to Sunshine” – LGBTQIA+ History Event

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“From Twilight to Sunshine”

Presented by the Enoch Pratt Library: Explore Maryland’s Journey of LGBTQIA+ visibility, from hidden communities in the 19th century to the rise of activist movements in the 1970s. Light refreshments catered by Bon Appetit.

Date: October 12, 2025

Time: 5pm

Location: Hilda C. Landers Library – Room 321 – located on the 3rd floor. Elevators on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floor.

This event is co-sponsored by the Hilda C. Landers Library & Archives, the Multicultural Programs Office, and the Office of Community Outreach & Engagement. The event is free and open to the public.

Annual Library Book Sale – October 8

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Graphic with bold red, blue, and yellow design featuring the words “Book Sale.”The Annual Library Book Sale is back!

Date: October 2
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: The path outside Hilda C. Landers Library

Browse tables full of used books on a wide variety of topics. Bring your friends, stock up on affordable reads, and support your library community.

Prices:

  • $1 Hardcovers

  • 50¢ Paperbacks

Please note: Cash only.

Welcome Back! Fall Semester Hours at the Library

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Sign graphic that reads 'Welcome Back Students!'As the semester begins, the Library is returning to our regular fall semester hours on September 2, 2025.

Library Hours 

  • Sunday: Noon – 10:00 p.m.
  • Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday: Noon – 5:00 p.m.

Archives Hours

  • The archives will be available by appointment. Please contact Shane Moran, smmoran1@smcm.edu, to set up an appointment.

We look forward to supporting your research, studying, and library needs throughout the semester. Remember, if you ever need assistance outside of these times, our Ask Us service is available to help.

 

 

Welcome Shane Moran!

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Headshot of Shane Moran smiling, framed by decorative animated books.Please welcome Shane Moran, our new College Archivist! 

Shane will be working to preserve and document St. Mary’s history, making our Archives accessible to the campus community and beyond, and providing primary source and information literacy instruction. They will also serve as the library liaison for the History and Museum Studies programs.

Shane grew up right outside of Philadelphia. He received his Master of Arts in History from Millersville University, and his Master of Science in Library and Information Science from Drexel University. In their free time, Shane enjoys reading fantasy novels, playing video games, and bookbinding. 

Shane joined the Library & Archives in July 2025.

Welcome Elisia Lewis!

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Headshot of Elisia Lewis standing and smiling, framed by decorative animated books.Please welcome our new Interlibrary Loan & Acquisition Technician, Elisia Lewis!

Elisia is a recent graduate of St. Mary’s College of Maryland where she earned her Bachelor’s in History. While at SMCM, she worked as a Library Student Circulation Assistant, Career Mentor, and Program Student Ambassador for AADS. In her spare time, she enjoys reading cozy mysteries, bookbinding, and connecting with the local community at fun events! 

Elisia joined the Library & Archives in August 2025.

Off-Campus Access to Library Databases Affected – May 27

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Graphic announcement with a background of bookshelves. The text reads: "ANNOUNCEMENT: Off-Campus Access to Library Databases Affected. May 27 @ 9:30am." To the right of the text is an illustration of a colorful stack of books.

Due to scheduled system updates, off-campus access to library databases may be temporarily affected on Monday, May 27 starting at 9:30 AM.

This brief disruption is part of a planned migration to improve system reliability. We expect access to return to normal within one hour.

On-campus access will not be affected.

If you plan to use library resources from off campus that morning, we recommend downloading any needed materials ahead of time. We will post an update once access is fully restored.

If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the library through our Ask Us form or email us directly at ask@smcm.libanswers.com.

Contact Us:

(240) 895-4264

ask@smcm.libanswers.com
47645 College Drive
St. Mary's City, MD, 20686-3001

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