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Find Your Next New Book

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the patio to hear about new book releases, just in time for Summer Reading!

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

Join us on the patio to hear about new book releases, just in time for Summer Reading!

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, June 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

"Where the Lost Wander" by Amy Harmon 

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

"Where the Lost Wander" by Amy Harmon 

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, June 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

"The Lost Apothecary" by Sarah Penner *Please note: this discussion is being held at the Perryville Town Hall (parking behind building).*

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Required
Event Details:

"The Lost Apothecary" by Sarah Penner

*Please note: this discussion is being held at the Perryville Town Hall (parking behind building).*

Author Visit: JoAnn Dawson

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Local author JoAnn Dawson discusses her book "Bed, Breakfast & Beyond: 20 Years of Kooky Guests, Gentle Ghosts, and Horses in Between." 

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

Local author JoAnn Dawson discusses her book "Bed, Breakfast & Beyond: 20 Years of Kooky Guests, Gentle Ghosts, and Horses in Between." 

What Have You Been Reading?

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Chat about what you've enjoyed lately and discover new titles for your TBR pile. 

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

Chat about what you've enjoyed lately and discover new titles for your TBR pile. 

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, June 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

"River of the Gods" by Candice Millard *Please note: this discussion is being held at the Perryville Town Hall (parking behind building).*

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Required
Event Details:

"River of the Gods" by Candice Millard

*Please note: this discussion is being held at the Perryville Town Hall (parking behind building).*

Murder and Mayhem Rode the Rails

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Local historian Mike Dixon will present stories of wrecks on the rails, cold-blooded killings, Jesse James-like local train robberies, and serious accidents.

Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Required
Event Details:

Local historian Mike Dixon will present stories of wrecks on the rails, cold-blooded killings, Jesse James-like local train robberies, and serious accidents.

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 Concert Series: Sean Bera

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy contemporary songs you know and love.

Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Required
Event Details:

Enjoy contemporary songs you know and love.

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.

Dungeons and Dragons: A Multiverse of Possibilities

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Whether you are new or an expert DnD player this is a place for you. This program is recommended for ages 16+.

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

Whether you are new or an expert DnD player this is a place for you. This program is recommended for ages 16+.

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.

Aquatic Life and Streams

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cecilton Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Emilio Concari from Maryland Department of Resources discusses the importance of aquatic life and streams in our area.

Required
Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology
Required
Event Details:

Emilio Concari from Maryland Department of Resources discusses the importance of aquatic life and streams in our area.

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, July 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

"Malibu Rising" by Taylor Jenkins Reid

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

"Malibu Rising" by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Summer Concert Series: Jordan Nichols

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy the the versatile talents of Jordan Nichols.

Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Required
Event Details:

Enjoy the the versatile talents of Jordan Nichols.

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

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

"The Guest List" by Lucy Foley

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

"The Guest List" by Lucy Foley

Maryland On Vacation: Unwinding in the Free State, 1875-1952

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Lisa Greenhouse from the State Library Resource Center will use postcards, steamboat & train schedules, resort brochures, and photographs, to explore how Marylanders started ta...

Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Required
Event Details:

Lisa Greenhouse from the State Library Resource Center will use postcards, steamboat & train schedules, resort brochures, and photographs, to explore how Marylanders started taking breaks from their work routines.

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.

New Leeds Village Image

New Leeds Village - Life in a 19th Century Mill Village

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Local historian Don Shaffer discusses families who lived in New Leeds Village, some for over 200 years, including ten 19th century houses that are still stand...

Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Required
Event Details:
Local historian Don Shaffer discusses families who lived in New Leeds Village, some for over 200 years, including ten 19th century houses that are still standing today.

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.

Gentle Yoga Session

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Rebecca Faye Northrop leads a yoga class for all skill levels! Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats. 

Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Event Details:

Rebecca Faye Northrop leads a yoga class for all skill levels! Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats. 

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.

Tech Help Drop-in

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ask all of your basic tech questions.  No advanced registration necessary.

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

Ask all of your basic tech questions.  No advanced registration necessary.

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.

Dungeons and Dragons: Library Mysteries

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Whether you are new or an expert DnD player this is a place for you. This program is recommended for ages 16+.

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

Whether you are new or an expert DnD player this is a place for you. This program is recommended for ages 16+.

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.

Rising Sun: Where History Meets the Mason Dixon Line

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Local historian Mike Dixon explores the intersection of Rising Sun and the Mason Dixon Line, delving into the rich history and cultural significance of both.

Required
Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Room: Rising Sun Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Required
Event Details:

Local historian Mike Dixon explores the intersection of Rising Sun and the Mason Dixon Line, delving into the rich history and cultural significance of both.

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, August 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

"Horse" by Geraldine Brooks

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

"Horse" by Geraldine Brooks

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.

Author Visit: Norman E. "Ned" Donoghue II

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Prisoners of Congress: Philadelphia’s Quakers in Exile, 1777-1778, the untold story of the men who became amongst the nation’s first political prisoners as the Quakers and the Patr...

Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, History
Required
Event Details:

Prisoners of Congress: Philadelphia’s Quakers in Exile, 1777-1778, the untold story of the men who became amongst the nation’s first political prisoners as the Quakers and the Patriots clashed in the new founded state of Pennsylvania.

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.

Crafting Treasures

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity and transform ordinary found objects into unique and stunning wearable art pieces. 

Required
Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Room: Rising Sun Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art
Required
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity and transform ordinary found objects into unique and stunning wearable art pieces. 

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.

Introduction to Meditation

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Rebecca Faye Northrop leads an introduction to meditation class. For all skill levels! Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats. 

Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Event Details:

Rebecca Faye Northrop leads an introduction to meditation class. For all skill levels! Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats. 

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.

Get to Know Your iPad and iPhone

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn to navigate your devices with ease and confidence.

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

Learn to navigate your devices with ease and confidence.

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.