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Manga and Anime Club

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Chat about your favorite fandoms, learn about new manga series and make anime-themed art projects!  Grades 6-12.

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

Chat about your favorite fandoms, learn about new manga series and make anime-themed art projects!  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.

First Aid & CPR Basics with Tom Coulter

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle School, High School

Learn how to respond in a medical emergency with first aid basics and a hands-on CPR demonstration. Presented by Thomas L. Coulter of The Coulter Group, LLC. Grades 4-12. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to respond in a medical emergency with first aid basics and a hands-on CPR demonstration. Presented by Thomas L. Coulter of The Coulter Group, LLC. Grades 4-12. 

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.

Local Spies of the American Revolution

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
History/Cultural
Age Group:
Adults

Join historian Garrett Hastings for a fascinating look at Revolutionary War espionage with a focus on our local region.

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

Join historian Garrett Hastings for a fascinating look at Revolutionary War espionage with a focus on our local region.

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

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
North East Storytime Room at North East Branch
Age Group:
Birth to Five

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

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date. 

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.

Instrument Petting Zoo

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Birth to Five, Elementary

Learn, touch, and "play" instruments from the four instrumental families with the guidance of trained musicians. Presented by the Northern Chesapeake Symphony Orchestra. Ages 3-6.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary
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 3-6.

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.

Homeschool Connect

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Homeschool
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle School, High School

Meet at the library for fun activities while connecting with other homeschoolers. Ages 9-14.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet at the library for fun activities while connecting with other homeschoolers. Ages 9-14.

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

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to avoid common scams in areas like web ads, emails, and online shopping.

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

Learn how to avoid common scams in areas like web 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.

Book Discussion

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy lively conversation at our monthly book discussion. 

 


 

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

Enjoy lively conversation at our monthly book discussion. 

 


 

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

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
North East Creative Commons at North East Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Creative Commons
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration 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.

Teen Lounge

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Meet fellow enthusiasts of the arts, from writing and painting, to manga and anime. Every second Tuesday of the month. Grades 6-10.

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

Meet fellow enthusiasts of the arts, from writing and painting, to manga and anime. Every second Tuesday of the month. Grades 6-10.

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.

Book Discussion

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy lively conversation at our monthly book discussion

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

Enjoy lively conversation at our monthly book discussion

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.

Book Discussion

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street) at Cecilton Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy lively conversation at our monthly book discussion. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Room: Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy lively conversation at our monthly book discussion. 

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: The Beach!

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Homeschool, Nature/Wildlife, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary

Gear up for beach season by learning about beach critters, tides, and sand dunes! Ages 6-11.

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Homeschool, Nature/Wildlife, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gear up for beach season by learning about beach critters, tides, and sand dunes! Ages 6-11.

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

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

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Art, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop into the Teen Lounge 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.

Cooking the Books: Taste of Mexico

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Creative Commons at North East Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Create Mexican recipes that highlight the country's rich culinary heritage.

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

Create Mexican recipes that highlight the country's rich culinary heritage.

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.

Tween Academy: Spongebob Science

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Homeschool, Nature/Wildlife, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle School
Did you know Spongebob was created by a marine biologist? Learn about the ecology behind the nautical nonsense!
 
 A monthly educational activity for students in homeschool and non-traditional school settings.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Homeschool, Nature/Wildlife, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:
Did you know Spongebob was created by a marine biologist? Learn about the ecology behind the nautical nonsense!
 
 A monthly educational activity for students in homeschool and non-traditional school settings.

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 for Teens

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Learn how to play the world's most famous tabletop RPG. All materials provided. No previous experience required. Grades 6-12.

Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to play the world's most famous tabletop RPG. All materials provided. No previous experience required. 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.

Youth Sleuths: The Butler's Demise

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

The butler is missing! Bring your best sleuthing skills and put them to the test as we hunt for clues to find the culprit. Grades 6-12.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Event Details:

The butler is missing! Bring your best sleuthing skills and put them to the test as we hunt for clues to find the culprit. 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.

Intro to Cheesemaking

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Creative Commons at North East Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Join us for a live demonstration showing just how simple it is to make fresh mozzarella using a cheese-making kit.
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Creative Commons
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for a live demonstration showing just how simple it is to make fresh mozzarella using a cheese-making kit.

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

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Storytime Room at North East Branch
Age Group:
Birth to Five, Elementary

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

Registration opens one month prior to the program.

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

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

Registration opens one month prior to 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.

Babysitter Basics

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Business, Special Event
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

From changing a diaper to important questions to ask the parents, learn the basics of being a prepared babysitter. Ages 13-18. 

Please note: This is not a certification course. 

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

From changing a diaper to important questions to ask the parents, learn the basics of being a prepared babysitter. Ages 13-18. 

Please note: This is not a certification course. 

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.

Book Discussion

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy lively conversation at our monthly book discussion

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

Enjoy lively conversation at our monthly book discussion

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: Colonial Kids

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Homeschool, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary

Learn about what life was like for kids 250 years ago, around the birth of America!

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Homeschool, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about what life was like for kids 250 years ago, around the birth of America!

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

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.

Let's Paint!

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street) at Cecilton Branch
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle School, Family

Enjoy creative time with your family in this freeform painting session! For families with children ages 6-14. All supplies, as well as inspiration and templates, provided.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Room: Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy creative time with your family in this freeform painting session! For families with children ages 6-14. All supplies, as well as inspiration and templates, provided.

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.