Library Closure

The Chesapeake City Branch Library will be temporarily closed for updates from Monday, December 1, 2025, through Saturday, January 3, 2026. The Branch will reopen on Monday, January 5, and will be open 6 days per week. For assistance during the closure, please call (410) 996-5600 or email ask@cecilcountylibrary.org.

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Tween Baking Challenge: Winter Cupcakes

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Cooking, Holiday Event
Age Group:
Elementary, Middle School

Bring your baking and decorating skills to this winter-themed cupcake challenge! Grades 4-8. Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Cooking, Holiday Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your baking and decorating skills to this winter-themed cupcake challenge! Grades 4-8. Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

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.

Kids Can Cook: Holiday Appetizers

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North East Creative Commons at North East Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Elementary

Use kitchen tools and techniques to become a junior chef! 

This month, make festive holiday appetizers!

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

Use kitchen tools and techniques to become a junior chef! 

This month, make festive holiday appetizers!

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 Cuisine: Hot Chocolate Through the Ages

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Art, Cooking, Holiday Event
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Learn about the origins of hot chocolate, how it evolved through the ages, and taste some of the very first recipes! Grades 6-12.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Cooking, Holiday Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about the origins of hot chocolate, how it evolved through the ages, and taste some of the very first recipes! 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.

Kids Can Cook: Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North East Creative Commons at North East Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Elementary

Use kitchen tools and techniques to become a junior chef! Ages 8-11

This month, make broccoli cheddar soup.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

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

Use kitchen tools and techniques to become a junior chef! Ages 8-11

This month, make broccoli cheddar soup.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

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.

Cooking the Books: Gluten-Free Goodness

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Creative Commons at North East Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you're gluten-intolerant, cooking for someone who is, or simply curious about expanding your recipe repertoire, this session will guide you through flavorful dishes that everyone can enjoy.

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

Whether you're gluten-intolerant, cooking for someone who is, or simply curious about expanding your recipe repertoire, this session will guide you through flavorful dishes that everyone can enjoy.

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 Cuisine: Potstickers

Tuesday, January 20, 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, make pork and vegetable potstickers to celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year. 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, make pork and vegetable potstickers to celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year. 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.

Chronic Disease Management and Prevention

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Cooking, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Learn about local programs and healthy eating habits that can help prevent and manage chronic diseases.

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

Learn about local programs and healthy eating habits that can help prevent and manage chronic diseases.

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.

Sourdough Basics

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Cooking, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Good Grain Bread Company owner, Esther Schultz, will discuss and give a demonstration on sourdough bread.

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

Good Grain Bread Company owner, Esther Schultz, will discuss and give a demonstration on sourdough bread.

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 Cuisine: Jambalaya

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North East Creative Commons at North East Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Inspired by Leah Chase, the “Queen of Creole Cuisine,” work in groups in make Jambalaya and learn how Chase turned Dooky Chase’s Restaurant into a hub of the Civil Rights Movement. 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:

Inspired by Leah Chase, the “Queen of Creole Cuisine,” work in groups in make Jambalaya and learn how Chase turned Dooky Chase’s Restaurant into a hub of the Civil Rights Movement. 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.

Hot Chocolate Through the Ages

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch
Program Type:
Cooking, History/Cultural
Age Group:
Elementary


Learn about the origins of hot chocolate, how it evolved through the ages, and taste some of the very first recipes! Ages 6-11.

Registration opens two week prior to the program date. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Cooking, History/Cultural
Registration Required
Event Details:


Learn about the origins of hot chocolate, how it evolved through the ages, and taste some of the very first recipes! Ages 6-11.

Registration opens two week prior to the program date. 

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.

Kids Can Cook: Strawberry Shortcakes

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North East Creative Commons at North East Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Elementary

Use kitchen tools and techniques to become a junior chef! Ages 8-11

This month, make strawberry shortcake.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

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

Use kitchen tools and techniques to become a junior chef! Ages 8-11

This month, make strawberry shortcake.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

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.

Intro to Cake Decorating

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Art, Cooking, Holiday Event
Age Group:
Adults

Join professional pastry chef Emily Fonzi and learn new techniques to add visual appeal and details to your own Valentine's Day cake.

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

Join professional pastry chef Emily Fonzi and learn new techniques to add visual appeal and details to your own Valentine's Day cake.

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Risk

This program may have items present that could present an allergy risk. Please contact our staff for more information.
 

Teen Cuisine: Lunar New Year

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Teens can learn to cook! Learn how to make a variety of Chinese Lunar New Year treats. Grades 6-12.

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

Teens can learn to cook! Learn how to make a variety of Chinese Lunar New Year treats. 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 Cuisine: Cupcake Decorating

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Bring your culinary skills to create a delicious, artfully adorned cupcake for your valentines. Grades 6-12.

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

Bring your culinary skills to create a delicious, artfully adorned cupcake for your valentines. 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.