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Teen Lounge

Wednesday, April 22, 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.

Full STEAM Ahead!

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Art, Science & Technology, StoryTime
Age Group:
Birth to Five

Enjoy different STEAM activities each week in this hands-on program for young learners. Program designed for children ages 20 months - early 4s. Siblings welcome.

To attend multiple sessions, please register for each event.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Art, Science & Technology, StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy different STEAM activities each week in this hands-on program for young learners. Program designed for children ages 20 months - early 4s. Siblings welcome.

To attend multiple sessions, please register for each 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.

Market Your Babysitting Business

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Art, Business, Jobs & Careers, Special Event
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Learn how to make eye-catching flyers and safely market yourself as a babysitter. Grades 6-12.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Business, Jobs & Careers, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make eye-catching flyers and safely market yourself as a babysitter. 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.

DIY Bookmaking with Patti Paulus

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North East Creative Commons at North East Branch
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Craft and design a journal using awls, punching cradles, needles, thread, stamps, glue, and paper. Participants will learn the art of bookmaking from local artist, Patti Paulus, who brings craftsmanship and creativity to every piece she creates.

Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Creative Commons
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Craft and design a journal using awls, punching cradles, needles, thread, stamps, glue, and paper. Participants will learn the art of bookmaking from local artist, Patti Paulus, who brings craftsmanship and creativity to every piece she creates.

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.

History of Space Travel

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Join NASA Ambassador Terence Blanch for an exciting talk on how breakthroughs in communication, radar, rockets, and electronics launched us into space. Discover how everyday people helped make space travel possible.

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

Join NASA Ambassador Terence Blanch for an exciting talk on how breakthroughs in communication, radar, rockets, and electronics launched us into space. Discover how everyday people helped make space travel possible.

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, April 24, 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.

Family StoryTime

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
StoryTime
Age Group:
Birth to Five
CCPL StoryTimes feature stories, rhymes, music, and play! For families with children ages birth-5.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
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.

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.

Tween Academy: Who Polluted the Chesapeake Bay?

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Homeschool, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle School

Learn about the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries while discovering ways people impact the Bay. Ages 9-14.

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, Middle School
Program Type: Homeschool, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries while discovering ways people impact the Bay. Ages 9-14.

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.

Family StoryTime

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch
Program Type:
StoryTime
Age Group:
Birth to Five

CCPL StoryTimes feature stories, rhymes, music, and movement activities. For families with children ages birth-5. Perfect for families with children of multiple ages!

To attend multiple sessions, please register for each event.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

CCPL StoryTimes feature stories, rhymes, music, and movement activities. For families with children ages birth-5. Perfect for families with children of multiple ages!

To attend multiple sessions, please register for each 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.

PAWS & Relax

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North East Teen Programming Room at North East Branch
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Unwind after school with a friendly therapy dog in a cozy library spot. Build calm, healthy habits while enjoying the comfort of a furry friend. Grades 6-12.

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

Unwind after school with a friendly therapy dog in a cozy library spot. Build calm, healthy habits while enjoying the comfort of a furry friend. Grades 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Community Partner Event

This program is hosted as a partner event with the Cecil County Public Library.
 

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 & Dragons: At the Library

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration 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+.

Too Strong to Break: The Carlisle Indian School’s Outing System

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
History/Cultural
Age Group:
Adults

This presentation will discuss the origins of the Carlisle Indian Industrial School and share the remarkable resilience and survival of two Native students who, as part of federal policy, were sent to live with wealthy families in Chester Cou

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

This presentation will discuss the origins of the Carlisle Indian Industrial School and share the remarkable resilience and survival of two Native students who, as part of federal policy, were sent to live with wealthy families in Chester Cou

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, April 29, 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.

Full STEAM Ahead!

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Art, Science & Technology, StoryTime
Age Group:
Birth to Five

Enjoy different STEAM activities each week in this hands-on program for young learners. Program designed for children ages 20 months - early 4s. Siblings welcome.

To attend multiple sessions, please register for each event.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Art, Science & Technology, StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy different STEAM activities each week in this hands-on program for young learners. Program designed for children ages 20 months - early 4s. Siblings welcome.

To attend multiple sessions, please register for each 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.

Tween Academy: Computer Basics

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch
Program Type:
Homeschool, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle School

Learn computer skills, internet safety tips, and the basics to help you get comfortable using a laptop or desktop. 

Educational activities for homeschoolers and children in non-traditional school settings. Ages 9-14.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Homeschool, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn computer skills, internet safety tips, and the basics to help you get comfortable using a laptop or desktop. 

Educational activities for homeschoolers and children in non-traditional school settings. Ages 9-14.

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

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
StoryTime
Age Group:
Birth to Five
CCPL StoryTimes feature stories, rhymes, music, and play! For families with children ages birth-5.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
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.

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.

Checkmate!

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle School

Master the strategies of chess. No previous experience needed. For families with children ages 8-14.

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

Master the strategies of chess. No previous experience needed. For families with children ages 8-14.

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 Cuisine: Muchos Nachos!

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North East Creative Commons at North East Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Teens can learn to cook! This month, spice up your nacho plates with some original flavors. Grades 6-12.

 

Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Creative Commons
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens can learn to cook! This month, spice up your nacho plates with some original flavors. Grades 6-12.

 

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.

Teen Lounge

Wednesday, May 6, 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.