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Noon Year's Eve

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Holiday Event
Age Group:
Elementary, Family
Event Details:

Help us bring in the New Year 2025 with crafts, games, and more! Activities designed for ages 5-11. Other family members welcome. 

Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Family
Program Type: Holiday Event
Required
Event Details:

Help us bring in the New Year 2025 with crafts, games, and more! Activities designed for ages 5-11. Other family members welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Holiday Closure

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 11:45pm
Cecilton Branch, Chesapeake City Branch, Elkton Branch, North East Branch, Perryville Branch, Rising Sun Branch, Bookmobile, Online, Off Site

All branches are closed.

Closing
Branches:
Cecilton Branch, Chesapeake City Branch, Elkton Branch, North East Branch, Perryville Branch, Rising Sun Branch, Bookmobile, Online, Off Site
Description:

All branches are closed.

Holiday Closure

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Cecilton Branch, Chesapeake City Branch, Elkton Branch, North East Branch, Perryville Branch, Rising Sun Branch, Bookmobile, Online, Off Site

All branches are closed.

Closing
Branches:
Cecilton Branch, Chesapeake City Branch, Elkton Branch, North East Branch, Perryville Branch, Rising Sun Branch, Bookmobile, Online, Off Site
Description:

All branches are closed.

Branch at a Glance Calendars: January

Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at 8:00am - 8:00am
Online
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online

Play & Learn

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
North East Storytime Room at North East Branch
Age Group:
Birth to Five
Event Details:

Play, socialize, and learn while making connections. For families with children ages birth-2. Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date. 

Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Required
Event Details:

Play, socialize, and learn while making connections. For families with children ages birth-2. 

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

STEAM Lab: Bears and Hibernation

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North East Storytime Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

A monthly STEAM-themed educational activity. Ages 6-11. This month, we will learn about Maryland’s largest land animal - Black Bears! Explore fossils from the Maryland Department o...

Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Required
Event Details:

A monthly STEAM-themed educational activity. Ages 6-11. This month, we will learn about Maryland’s largest land animal - Black Bears!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Teen Lounge

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Stop by to play games, do art projects, and try out new tech! Walk-ins welcome. Grades 6-12.

Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Required
Event Details:

Stop by to play games, do art projects, and try out new tech! Walk-ins welcome. Grades 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Stained Glass Painting

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cecilton Branch
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Create faux stained glass art using special painting techniques. Grades 6-12.This program will be held in the Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street).

Required
Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art
Required
Event Details:

Create faux stained glass art using special painting techniques. Grades 6-12.

This program will be held in the Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street).

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

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Book Discussion

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Elkton Conference Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Cemetery of Untold Stories by Julia Alvarez

Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Required
Event Details:

The Cemetery of Untold Stories by Julia Alvarez

Kids' Academy: Sustainable Future Building

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Jobs & Careers, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Plan, reinvent, and engineer for sustainability! Ages 6-11.Educational activities for homeschoolers and children in non-traditional school settings. (Repeat program offered on Jan....

Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Jobs & Careers, Science & Technology
Required
Event Details:

Plan, reinvent, and engineer for sustainability! Ages 6-11.

Educational activities for homeschoolers and children in non-traditional school settings. (Repeat program offered on Jan. 15th at 3:00 p.m.)

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Preschool Art: Playdough

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Birth to Five
Event Details:

Build and play with playdough while learning early academic concepts! Ages 2-5.Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Art
Required
Event Details:

Build and play with playdough while learning early academic concepts! Ages 2-5.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Staying Safe Online

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North East Digital Media Lab at North East Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In this course, you will learn how to avoid Internet scams in ads, emails, and online shopping.

Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Digital Media Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology
Required
Event Details:

In this course, you will learn how to avoid Internet scams in ads, emails, and online shopping.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Teen Lounge with Puppies!

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Stop by this special Teen Lounge to hang out with therapy dogs from PAWS for People. Make calming crafts and destress with friends! Grades 6-12.

Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Required
Event Details:

Stop by this special Teen Lounge to hang out with therapy dogs from PAWS for People. Make calming crafts and destress with friends! Grades 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Teen Cuisine: Smoothies

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Teens can learn to cook! This month, make healthy smoothies. Grades 6-12.

Required
Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Room: Rising Sun Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Cooking
Required
Event Details:

Teens can learn to cook! This month, make healthy smoothies. Grades 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Risk

This program may have items present that could present an allergy risk. Please contact our staff for more information.
 

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Kids' Academy: Bird Olympics

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

How would you compare if you "faced down" a bird in these Avian Olympic challenges? Learn some amazing physical attributes of birds that help them fly, find food and migrate long d...

Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Required
Event Details:

How would you compare if you "faced down" a bird in these Avian Olympic challenges? Learn some amazing physical attributes of birds that help them fly, find food and migrate long distances.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

STEAM Lab: Bears and Hibernation

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North East Storytime Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

A monthly STEAM-themed educational activity. Ages 6-11. This month, we will learn about Maryland’s largest land animal - Black Bears! Explore fossils from the Maryland Department o...

Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Required
Event Details:

A monthly STEAM-themed educational activity. Ages 6-11. This month, we will learn about Maryland’s largest land animal - Black Bears!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Tween Academy: Ancient Egypt Book Discussion

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

A monthly educational activity for students in homeschool and non-traditional school settings. Ages 9-14.This month, learn about Ancient Egypt and discuss "Treasury of Eg...

Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Books & Authors
Required
Event Details:

A monthly educational activity for students in homeschool and non-traditional school settings. Ages 9-14.

This month, learn about Ancient Egypt and discuss "Treasury of Egyptian Mythology" by Donna Jo Napoli.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Manga & Anime Club

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Meet fellow anime and manga enthusiasts and discuss your favorites. Read, watch, and enjoy anime-themed activities. Grades 6-12.  

Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Books & Authors
Required
Event Details:

Meet fellow anime and manga enthusiasts and discuss your favorites. Read, watch, and enjoy anime-themed activities. Grades 6-12.  

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Creature Clash

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Choose your team's species and learn to adapt through a series of challenges in this interactive wildlife trivia game. Grades 6-12. 

Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Required
Event Details:

Choose your team's species and learn to adapt through a series of challenges in this interactive wildlife trivia game. Grades 6-12. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Family Trivia Night: Book Edition

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Age Group:
Birth to Five, Elementary, Family
Event Details:

Put your book knowledge to the test with trivia, bingo, and other games! For families with children ages 3-11.Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Family
Required
Event Details:

Put your book knowledge to the test with trivia, bingo, and other games! For families with children ages 3-11.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Intro to PowerPoint

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to make effective slides, insert images, and share your PowerPoint presentations with your audience. This class is targeted to beginners.

Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology
Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make effective slides, insert images, and share your PowerPoint presentations with your audience. This class is targeted to beginners.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

ABC...Come Play with Me

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
StoryTime
Age Group:
Birth to Five, Family
Event Details:

A themed playtime emphasizing pre-literacy games, activities, toys, and crafts. For families with children ages birth-5.Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Family
Program Type: StoryTime
Required
Event Details:

A themed playtime emphasizing pre-literacy games, activities, toys, and crafts. For families with children ages birth-5.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

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Book Discussion

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Required
Event Details:

The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Teen Lounge

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Stop by to play games, do art projects, and try out new tech! Walk-ins welcome. Grades 6-12.

Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Required
Event Details:

Stop by to play games, do art projects, and try out new tech! Walk-ins welcome. Grades 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.