Calendar
February 8, 2012
10:15am - 11:00am
Elkton Central Branch
A gentle introduction to language and literature using a blend of music, rhymes, lap bounces and stories for pre-walking babies with a caregiver. Registration is required.
February 8, 2012
10:30am - 11:30am
Cecilton Branch
A theme-based class where children ages 3 - 5 explore their world through stories, songs, and learning activities. Children attend independently, and then caregivers join the children at the end for a craft. Registration required.
February 8, 2012
10:30am - 11:15am
Rising Sun Branch
A dynamic half-hour filled with music, rhymes, stories, and movement activities for children ages 2 to 3 1/2 years with a caregiver. "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required.
February 8, 2012
10:30am - 11:30am
North East Branch
A dynamic half-hour filled with music, rhymes, stories, and movement activities for walking toddlers to age 3 1/2 with a caregiver. "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required and opens January 9.
February 8, 2012
11:15am - 12:00pm
Elkton Central Branch
A dynamic class filled with music, rhymes, stories, and movement activities for children ages 2 - 3 1/2 with a caregiver. "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required.
February 8, 2012
1:00pm - 1:45pm
North East Branch
A theme-based class where children ages 3 1/2 - 5 explore their world through stories, songs, and learning activities. Children attend independently, and then caregivers join children at the end for a craft. Registration is required and opens January 9.
February 8, 2012
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Chesapeake City Branch
Join us as we explore different topics through books, then get creative through crafts! This month's theme is Valentine's Day. This program is for children in grades K-3. Registration is required.
February 8, 2012
3:30pm - 4:15pm
Around the World in 60 Minutes-Germany
Rising Sun Branch
Come discover all that is Germany! Enjoy a treat and make a craft. Registration required.
February 8, 2012
3:30pm - 4:15pm
Fiber Arts: Crochet-a-Valentine
Elkton Central Branch
Say it with hearts and flowers. Use beginning stitches to create lovely crocheted valentines. Materials are provided. Registration is required. For children in grades 3-6.
February 8, 2012
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rising Sun Branch
Join us as local author David Healey leads a discussion of his Civil War novel "Sharpshooter". Stop in the Rising Sun Branch to pick up a copy.
February 8, 2012
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Cecil County African Americans in the Civil War
Elkton Central Branch
Join us in celebrating Black History Month as Eric Mease presents a program on the lives of Cecil County African Americans who served with the Union forces during the Civil War. Over 130 served their county in segregated black regiments. Find out what life was like for them-- the struggles they faced and successes they achieved. Light refreshments...
February 9, 2012
10:15am - 11:00am
Elkton Central Branch
A lively combination of music, rhymes, activities and stories for one-year-olds with a caregiver. "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required.
February 9, 2012
10:30am - 11:30am
Chesapeake City Branch
Enjoy stories, rhymes, music and learning activities perfect for toddlers. This program is for walkers up to age 3 and a caregiver. Registration is required - please call or stop by to sign up!
February 9, 2012
10:30am - 11:15am
Rising Sun Branch
A theme-based class where children ages 3 1/2 - 5 explore their world through stories, songs and learning activities. Children attend independently and then caregivers join children at the end for a craft. Registration is required.
February 9, 2012
10:30am - 11:15am
Perryville Branch
A theme-based class where children ages 3 ½ - 5 explore their world through stories, songs, and learning activities. Children attend independently, and then caregivers join children at the end for a craft. Registration is required.
February 9, 2012
1:30pm - 2:15pm
Elkton Central Branch
A theme-based class where children ages 3 1/2 - 5 explore their world through stories, songs, and learning activities. Children attend independently, and then caregivers join children at the end for a craft.
February 9, 2012
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Perryville Branch
Anti-Valentine's Day Bash! Join us for a funfest of Anti-Valentine-themed games and crafts. Refreshments provided; Registration required. For students in grades 6-12.
February 9, 2012
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chesapeake City Branch
Looking for a cool gift idea for friends or family members this Valentine's Day? Or maybe just something to brighten up your room? Stop by the Chesapeake City branch and learn how to make unique duct tape flowers! Open to grades 6-12. Registration is required.
February 9, 2012
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Elkton Central Branch
Have fun with writing in this series of workshops for teens grades 8 through 12. We will focus on creative writing including poetry, journaling, and short stories. Whether you are new to creative writing or you've been putting pen to paper for a while, this series will have something for all levels. Writing supplies will be provided. Registration r...
February 9, 2012
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Perryville Branch
Please join us for a showing of the popular movie The Help. Popcorn and drinks will be provided!
February 9, 2012
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rising Sun Branch
What is Valentine's Day without poetry? Let Mike Collins sweep you off your feet with romantic poetry and stories. Registration required. For adults and mature teens.
February 10, 2012
10:30am - 11:00am
Perryville Branch
A lively combination of music, rhymes, activities and stories for one year olds with a caregiver (parents with infants are also welcome to attend this program at the Perryville Branch). "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required.
February 11, 2012
10:00am - 10:45am
A, B, C...Come Play with Me, Valentine
Elkton Central Branch
Gather in the Children's Room for a Valentine's Day-themed playtime with an emphasis on pre-literacy games, activities, toys, and crafts. Stories, rhymes, and songs at 11. For families with children ages birth-5. Registration is required.
February 11, 2012
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cecilton Branch
Too cold outside and nothing to do? Grab your friends and come to the library for popcorn and a movie. All school age children and families invited. Please call ahead to let us know you're coming.
February 13, 2012
10:30am - 11:15am
Rising Sun Branch
A gentle introduction to language and literature using a blend of music, rhymes, lap bounces ans stories for pre-walking babies with a caregiver. Registration is required.
February 13, 2012
10:30am - 11:30am
Chesapeake City Branch
Foster your child's independence with this program filled with stories, activities and rhymes. Caregivers, join us at the end to help with the craft! This program is for ages 3 to 5. Registration is required - please call or stop by to sign up!
February 13, 2012
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult Afternoon Book Discussion
Rising Sun Branch
Join us for a discussion of "My Name is Mary Sutter" by Robin Oliviera. Stop in the Rising Sun Branch to pick up a copy.
February 13, 2012
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Perryville Branch
Stories and activities for homeschoolers and other children in non-traditional school settings. Activities may include stories, science and crafts. Best for grades K - 2. Registration requested.
February 13, 2012
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Perryville Branch
The Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.) offers suggestions and helps in making your library an exciting place for teens. We brainstorm ideas for upcoming events and programs. We will participate in fun activities. We seek teen input on new books. We need your creative ideas! Have your voice heard and play an exciting role in your library. Grades 6-12...
February 13, 2012
4:00pm - 4:45pm
Cecilton Branch
Read it. Discuss it. Keep it. A unique book discussion for teens. For grades 6-9. Featuring "Heist Society" by Ally Carter. Registration is required.
February 13, 2012
6:00pm - 7:00pm
North East Branch
Participants will work in teams to use LEGO blocks to design creative solutions to a specified challenge. For children in grades K-5. Program supports Maryland State Curriculum Standards, Registration is required and opens January 13.
February 13, 2012
6:30pm - 7:15pm
Perryville Branch
Join us in your pajamas for stories, songs and craft in a relaxed evening setting. Best suited for ages 5 - 11. Registration required
February 13, 2012
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cecilton Branch
Join us to discuss "Every Last One" by Anna Quindlen.
February 13, 2012
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010
Elkton Central Branch
This ninety minute course introduces the student to the basics of word processing using Microsoft's Word program from the very first step on how to identify and utilize the tools to editing, saving and printing features. The student will leave the class with a basic understanding of how the program works and how to access it on their own from their...
February 14, 2012
10:15am - 11:00am
Elkton Central Branch
A dynamic class filled with music, rhymes, stories, and movement activities for children ages 2 - 3 1/2 with a caregiver. "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required.
February 14, 2012
10:30am - 11:15am
Perryville Branch
A dynamic half-hour filled with music, rhymes, stories, and movement activities for children ages 2 - 3 1/2 years with a caregiver. "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required.
February 14, 2012
10:30am - 11:30am
Cecilton Branch
A dynamic class filled with music, rhymes, stories and movement activities for walkers through age 3 with a caregiver. "Stay & Play" afterwards. Registration required.
February 14, 2012
10:30am - 11:15am
Rising Sun Branch
A lively combination of music, rhymes, activities and stories for one year olds with a caregiver. "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required.
February 14, 2012
11:15am - 12:00pm
Elkton Central Branch
A dynamic class filled with music, rhymes, stories, and movement activities for children ages 2 - 3 1/2 with a caregiver. "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required.
February 14, 2012
12:00pm - 12:30pm
Perryville Branch
A dynamic half-hour filled with music, rhymes, stories, and movement activities for children ages 2 - 3 1/2 years with a caregiver. "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required.
February 14, 2012
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Warm & Fuzzy Film Series--Matinee
North East Branch
"You've Got Mail" on the big screen starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks. A small bookstore owner grows to hate the man behind the supersized bookstore who seems to be running her out of business, but unknowingly falls for him on the internet. Popcorn provided. Call 410-996-6269 to register.
February 14, 2012
3:30pm - 4:15pm
Elkton Central Branch
THIS PROGRAM WAS RESCHEDULED FROM 2/7/12: Read it. Discuss it. Keep it. A unique book discussion group for teens grades 6-8. This month we will be discussing "I am Number Four" by Pittacus Lore. Registration required.
February 14, 2012
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Warm & Fuzzy Film Series--Evening Showing
North East Branch
"You've Got Mail" on the big screen starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks. A small bookstore owner grows to hate the man behind the supersized bookstore who seems to be running her out of business, but unknowingly fall for him on the Internet. Popcorn provided. Call 410-996-6269 to register.
February 15, 2012
10:15am - 11:00am
Elkton Central Branch
A gentle introduction to language and literature using a blend of music, rhymes, lap bounces and stories for pre-walking babies with a caregiver. Registration is required.
February 15, 2012
10:30am - 11:30am
Cecilton Branch
A theme-based class where children ages 3 - 5 explore their world through stories, songs, and learning activities. Children attend independently, and then caregivers join the children at the end for a craft.
February 15, 2012
10:30am - 11:15am
Rising Sun Branch
A dynamic half-hour filled with music, rhymes, stories, and movement activities for children ages 2 - 3 1/2 years with a caregiver. "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required.
February 15, 2012
10:30am - 11:30am
North East Branch
A dynamic half-hour filled with music, rhymes, stories, and movement activities for walking toddlers to age 3 1/2 with a caregiver. "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required and opens January 9.
February 15, 2012
11:15am - 12:00pm
Elkton Central Branch
A dynamic class filled with music, rhymes, stories, and movement activities for children ages 2 - 3 1/2 with a caregiver. "Stay and Play" afterwards. Registration is required.
February 15, 2012
1:00pm - 1:45pm
North East Branch
A theme-based class where children ages 3 1/2 - 5 explore their world through stories, songs, and learning activities. Children attend independently, and then caregivers join children at the end for a craft. Registration is required and opens January 9.
February 15, 2012
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion
Cecilton Branch
Join us to discuss "Saving Cee Cee Honeycutt" by Beth Hoffman.
February 15, 2012
3:00pm - 3:45pm
Chesapeake City Branch
This discussion program is for children in Grades 4 and 5. Stop by the library and pick up your book today! Registration is required. This month's book is "I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912" by Lauren Tarshis.
February 15, 2012
3:30pm - 4:30pm
North East Branch
Read it. Discuss it. Keep it. A unique book discussion for teens grades 6-10. Registration required.Book title: "His Majesty's Dragon," by Naomi Novik. When the HMS Reliant captures a French ship and its priceless cargo, an unhatched dragon egg, Captain Will Laurence is swept into an unexpected kinship with an extraordinary creature and joins th...
February 15, 2012
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Perryville Branch
Do you know whose pictures are on your money? Come learn who they are, as well as some fun history about our dollar bills! Children will be given the opportunity to see all different types of United States currency and learn about the people on them, then use that info to play a trivia game! Presented by APGFCU. For children in grades 1-5. Reg...
February 15, 2012
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anti-Valentine's Day Gross Out
Rising Sun Branch
Think all that Valentine's Day mush makes you sick? Wait until you see what we want you to eat. Candy and chocolates? Try kitty litter and dried scabs! join us for our Anti-Valentine's Gross Out and see what you can stomach.
February 15, 2012
7:00pm - 8:45pm
Saloma Furlong: Why I Left the Amish
Elkton Central Branch
Join us as Saloma Furlong, author of "Why I Left the Amish: A Memoir," speaks about her life growing up Amish, her father's mental illness, her brother's brutality and the struggles she faced with her family and the Amish culture that demanded she conform. Registration is required.