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Longwood Gardens, Historic Treasure

Longwood Gardens, Historic Treasure

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch

Program Type:

History/Cultural

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Learn about the storied history of Longwood Gardens from Dan Sekowski, the Gardens' Associate Director of Outdoor Landscaping.This is a Longwood Community Read program.

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Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History/Cultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about the storied history of Longwood Gardens from Dan Sekowski, the Gardens' Associate Director of Outdoor Landscaping.

This is a Longwood Community Read program.

Books, Bourbon & BBQ - Fundariser

Books, Bourbon & BBQ - To Benefit the Library

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

A Special After-Hours Event to Benefit the Library's Literacy ProgramsJoin us for a festive evening of Books, Bourbon & BBQ!Your $75 Ticket includes all of the following:Live M...

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Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

A Special After-Hours Event to Benefit the Library's Literacy Programs

Join us for a festive evening of Books, Bourbon & BBQ!

Your $75 Ticket includes all of the following:

Author Visit: Kent and Constance Hays Matsumoto

Author Visit: Kent and Constance Hays Matsumoto

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch

Program Type:

Books & Authors, History/Cultural

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Meet the coauthors of "Of White Ashes," a WWII historical novel inspired by their families' true stories. Join us to hear about their extensive research and the experiences of ordi...

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Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, History/Cultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet the coauthors of "Of White Ashes," a WWII historical novel inspired by their families' true stories. Join us to hear about their extensive research and the experiences of ordinary people who compel us to reflect on humanity's resilience.

Guest of the Nation: Lafayette Returns to America, 1824-1825

Guest of the Nation: Lafayette Returns to America, 1824-1825

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch

Program Type:

History/Cultural

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

The Marquis de Lafayette played a pivotal role in the American War for Independence. In 1824, President James Monroe invited Lafayette back to the United States to commemorate the ...

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Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History/Cultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Marquis de Lafayette played a pivotal role in the American War for Independence.

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We're Going on a Fairy Hunt!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Birth to Five
Chesapeake City Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

 Enjoy stories, create a craft, and go on a fairy adventure! Fairy costumes are encouraged. Ages 2-6. 

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.

Starlight StoryTime

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Birth to Five, Family
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Family
Program Type: StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

CCPL StoryTimes feature stories, rhymes, music, and play!

Pajamas and stuffed animals encouraged for this special evening StoryTime. For families with children ages 3-5. Other siblings 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.

Family StoryTime

10:30am - 11:30am
Birth to Five
Cecilton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

CCPL StoryTimes feature stories, rhymes, music, and play! For families with children ages birth-5.

To attend multiple sessions, please register for each event. 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.

Neighborhood Bookmobile Visit: North Bay Apartments

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Bookmobile
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Event Details:

Visit our Bookmobile to browse and borrow from a wide selection of books, movies, and more, right in your neighborhood! Please be aware that arrival times may vary by up to 30 minutes due to road conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.

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.

Bookmobile at Town of Elkton Event: Cinco De Mayo Celebration

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Bookmobile
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Event Details:

Visit our Bookmobile to browse and borrow from a wide selection of books, movies, and more, at local events! Please be aware that arrival times may vary by up to 30 minutes due to road conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.

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.

Instrument Petting Zoo

10:30am - 11:45am
Birth to Five
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn, touch, and “play” instruments from the four instrumental families with the guidance of trained musicians. Presented by the Northern Chesapeake Symphony Orchestra. Ages 3-5.

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

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth to Five, Family
Elkton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Family
Program Type: StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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.

Bookmobile at Cecil County Public Schools & Live for Thomas Foundation's Mental Health Matters Community Event

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Bookmobile
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Event Details:

Visit our Bookmobile to browse and borrow from a wide selection of books, movies, and more, at local events! Please be aware that arrival times may vary by up to 30 minutes due to road conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.

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

11:00am - 12:00pm
Birth to Five, Family
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Family
Program Type: StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Registration opens 2 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.

PAWS for Reading

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Birth to Five, Elementary
North East Branch
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary
Event Details:

Practice your reading skills by reading one-on-one with a specially-trained therapy dog. Ages 4-11.

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.

PAWS for Reading

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Birth to Five, Elementary
Elkton Branch
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary
Event Details:

Practice your reading skills by reading one-on-one with a specially-trained therapy dog. Ages 4-11.

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.

Jump-N-Fun Fitness for Kids

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth to Five
Rising Sun Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Room: Rising Sun Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get your wiggles out with this fun-filled class featuring aerobic, strength, and balance activities. Ages 2-6.

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.

Preschool Science: Colors

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Birth to Five
Elkton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Life is so colorful! Learn about primary and secondary colors with simple science experiments, crafts, and hands-on activities. Ages 3-5.

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.

Play & Learn

10:00am - 10:45am
Birth to Five
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Registration 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.

Preschool Science: Vegetable Gardens

10:30am - 11:30am
Birth to Five
Chesapeake City Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Plant a mini vegetable garden and learn how vegetables grow! Ages 3-6.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date. 

A Longwood Community Read program.

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.

Starlight StoryTime

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Birth to Five, Family
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Family
Program Type: StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

CCPL StoryTimes feature stories, rhymes, music, and play!

Pajamas and stuffed animals encouraged for this special evening StoryTime. For families with children ages 3-5. Other siblings 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.

Summer Reading Kickoff: Drop-In Art- Color Our World

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Birth to Five, Elementary, Family
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Outdoor Terrace
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Family
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kick off our Summer Reading theme "Color Our World." Create a variety of art projects including painting, drawing, and crayon making. Play outdoor games, enjoy an ice pop, and take a photo with our green screen.

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.

PAWS for Reading

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Birth to Five, Elementary
Perryville Branch
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Practice your reading skills by reading one-on-one with a specially-trained therapy dog. Ages 4-11.

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.

Summer Reading Kickoff: Creator Open House- Color Our World

11:00am - 1:00pm
Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Program Type: Art, Science & Technology, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kick off Summer Reading with art, science, and technology activities that Color Our World--the 2025 Summer Reading theme! Drop in anytime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

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.

Summer Reading Kickoff: Messy Art Day

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Birth to Five, Elementary, Family
Rising Sun Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Room: Rising Sun Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Family
Program Type: Art, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kick off Summer Reading with a fun, hands-on program where children can explore their creativity through a variety of messy art stations. Finish the day with an ice pop. Ages 3-11.

Children are encouraged to dress in old clothes. 

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.

Summer Reading Kickoff: Community Banner

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Chesapeake City Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Program Type: Art, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help decorate and add your signature to our Summer Reading banner and sign up for Summer Reading! For families with children and teens of all ages. 

Summer Reading t-shirts provided while supplies last.

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.

Summer Reading Kickoff: Touch-A-Truck

10:00am - 12:00pm
Birth to Five, Elementary, Family
Elkton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Family
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kick off the Summer Reading and Learning Program! Climb aboard a variety of large vehicles and learn what they do. While you're there, pick up a Summer Reading log and register your family for the program.

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.

Bookmobile at Town of Rising Sun Event: SunFest

10:00am - 3:00pm
Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Bookmobile
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Event Details:

Visit our Bookmobile to browse and borrow from a wide selection of books, movies, and more, at local events! Please be aware that arrival times may vary by up to 30 minutes due to road conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.

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.

Summer Reading Kickoff: Ice Cream Social

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Cecilton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Room: Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street)
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build an ice cream sundae and sign up for Summer Reading! For families with children and teens of all ages.

Summer Reading t-shirts provided while supplies last.

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.