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Kids' Academy: Chain Reactions

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North East Storytime Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Educational activities for homeschoolers and children in non-traditional school settings. Ages 6-11. This month, learn how to transform potential energy into kinetic energy usin...

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

Educational activities for homeschoolers and children in non-traditional school settings. Ages 6-11.

This month, learn how to transform potential energy into kinetic energy using popsicle sticks.

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: Maple Heights Apartments

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
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 minu...

Offsite 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.

Early Chapter Book Club

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
North East Storytime Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Meet new friends and dive into lively discussions and activities about our monthly early chapter book selection. Books provided upon registration. This month's title is "Cam Jansen...

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

Meet new friends and dive into lively discussions and activities about our monthly early chapter book selection. Books provided upon registration. This month's title is "Cam Jansen at the Haunted House" by David Adler. Ages 8-11. 

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.

Fire Truck & Safety Day

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Chesapeake City Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Event Details:

Learn about fire safety, explore firefighter equipment and a fire truck from the Chesapeake City Fire Department! Open to families of all ages.

Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Program Type: Science & Technology
Required
Event Details:

Learn about fire safety, explore firefighter equipment and a fire truck from the Chesapeake City Fire Department! Open to families of all ages.

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

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Storytime Room at North East Branch
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. Please call the North East Branch Library Children's Department at 410-9...

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.

Kids' Academy: Money Matters

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Educational activities for homeschoolers and other children in non-traditional school settings. Ages 6-11.  Explore basic economic concepts like buying, selling, counting, ...

Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: History
Required
Event Details:

Educational activities for homeschoolers and other children in non-traditional school settings. Ages 6-11. 

Explore basic economic concepts like buying, selling, counting, and budgeting with a pretend farmers market.

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: West End Gardens Motel & Apartments

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
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 minu...

Offsite 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.

Bridge Building

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology, Special Event
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Test your engineering skills to build bridges using simple materials and see which is the strongest! Ages 6-11. (Repeat of Kids' Academy program offered on Oct. 1st at 11:00 a.m.) ...

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

Test your engineering skills to build bridges using simple materials and see which is the strongest! Ages 6-11. (Repeat of Kids' Academy program offered on Oct. 1st at 11:00 a.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.

Chain Reactions

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North East Storytime Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Learn how to transform potential energy into kinetic energy using popsicle sticks. Ages 6-11. Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.  

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

Learn how to transform potential energy into kinetic energy using popsicle sticks. Ages 6-11.

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.

Neighborhood Bookmobile Visit: Old School House Apartments

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
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 minu...

Offsite 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.

Easy Reader Book Club

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
North East Storytime Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Discover new friends and exciting stories in our early reader book club! Read, chat, and explore fun activities based on our monthly book pick. Books provided during program to rea...

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

Discover new friends and exciting stories in our early reader book club! Read, chat, and explore fun activities based on our monthly book pick. Books provided during program to read together.

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.

Latin Flavors Dance and Stories

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Art, StoryTime
Age Group:
Birth to Five, Elementary, Family
Event Details:

Celebrate Hispanic culture with bilingual stories, a Latin dance demonstration and crafts. For families with children of all ages. 

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

Celebrate Hispanic culture with bilingual stories, a Latin dance demonstration and crafts. For families with children of all ages. 

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: Hollingsworth Manor

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
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 minu...

Offsite 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.

Neighborhood Bookmobile Visit: North Bay Apartments

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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 minu...

Offsite 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.

Kids Can Cook: Apple Muffins

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North East Creative Commons at North East Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Use kitchen tools and techniques to become a junior chef! Ages 8-11. This month, make apple muffins!

Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Creative Commons
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Cooking
Required
Event Details:

Use kitchen tools and techniques to become a junior chef! Ages 8-11. This month, make apple muffins!

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.

PAWS for Reading

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
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. Please call the Elkton Branch Library Children's Department at 410-996-5600 t...

Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary
Required
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.

Neighborhood Bookmobile Visit: Concord Apartments

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
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 minu...

Offsite 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.

All About Horses

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Cecilton Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Learn about horses from local horse trainer, Elisabeth Copeland of Cleveland Yard South LLC. Explore a variety of equestrian equipment and meet one of her horses! Ages 6-14. Thi...

Required
Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Required
Event Details:

Learn about horses from local horse trainer, Elisabeth Copeland of Cleveland Yard South LLC. Explore a variety of equestrian equipment and meet one of her horses! Ages 6-14.

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.

Spooky Science Lab

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Art, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Enjoy thrilling STEM activities such as pumpkin catapults, slime, and DIY lava lamps. Ages 6-11. A Maryland STEM Festival event.  Registration opens two weeks prior to t...

Required
Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Room: Rising Sun Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Art, Science & Technology
Required
Event Details:

Enjoy thrilling STEM activities such as pumpkin catapults, slime, and DIY lava lamps. Ages 6-11.

A Maryland STEM Festival 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.

Touch A Truck

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Jobs & Careers, Science & Technology, Special Event
Age Group:
Birth to Five, Elementary, Family
Event Details:

Climb aboard a variety of large vehicles and learn what they do. Then enjoy the remodeled Perryville Branch! While you're there, visit Cruz the Safety Car robot. Cruz and his frien...

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

Climb aboard a variety of large vehicles and learn what they do. Then enjoy the remodeled Perryville Branch! While you're there, visit Cruz the Safety Car robot.

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.

Neighborhood Bookmobile Visit: Maple Heights Apartments

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
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 minu...

Offsite 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.

Neighborhood Bookmobile Visit: West End Gardens Motel & Apartments

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
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 minu...

Offsite 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.

Spooky Houses

Spooky Houses

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Holiday Event
Age Group:
Birth to Five, Elementary, Family
Event Details:

Use your imagination and the materials provided to decorate a fun and festive spooky house during this special event. For families with children ages 4-11. Please bring a bag of...

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

Use your imagination and the materials provided to decorate a fun and festive spooky house during this special event. For families with children ages 4-11.

Please bring a bag of candy decorations to share. 

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: Engineering

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 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 focus on engineering to build a rubber band powered car! A Maryland STEM Festival event.

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 focus on engineering to build a rubber band powered car!

A Maryland STEM Festival event.

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.