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This event is in the "High School" group.

Teen Cuisine: Caramel & Apples

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Middle School, High School
Elkton Branch
Registration
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 caramel apples.  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.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Starlight StoryTime

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Birth to Five, Family
North East Branch
Registration
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Family
Program Type: StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

CCPL StoryTimes feature stories, rhymes, music, and play!

Pajamas and stuffed animals encouraged for this special evening StoryTime. For families with children ages 3-5. Other siblings welcome.   

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Music in the Library: Jacqueline Pollauf

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Perryville Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Award-winning harpist Jacqueline Pollauf will present an hour of harp compositions. 

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.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Native American Basket Weaving

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Elementary
Perryville Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Art, History, Holiday Event, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about indigenous basket weaving in North America and making your own basket. Ages 6-11.

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.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Kids Can Cook: Berry Compote

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Elementary
North East Branch
Registration
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 berry compote!

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

PAWS for Reading

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Birth to Five, Elementary
Elkton Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
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.

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.

This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.

Coping Skills: Shared Toolbox, Individual Tools

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Middle School, High School
Elkton Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

A teen mental health event. Dr. Amy Ocasio, Co-Founder/President of the LIVEFORTHOMAS Foundation, will help teens navigate shared struggles, connect with peers, and gain personalized tools to cope with their own experiences.

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group.

Preschool Science: The Five Senses

11:00am - 12:00pm
Birth to Five
Rising Sun Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Room: Rising Sun Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn more about the senses with simple science experiments and hands-on activities. Ages 3-5.

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.

This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.

Are You Smarter than a Librarian?

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Middle School, High School
Perryville Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your wit and trivia knowledge to see if you can beat our team of librarians in a variety of subjects including: literature, pop culture, food and sports. 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.

This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.

Impulse Improv

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Middle School, High School
North East Branch
Registration
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Improve your acting skills by playing various improvisation games. 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.

This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.

Manga & Anime Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Middle School, High School
Elkton Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet fellow anime and manga enthusiasts and discuss your favorites. Then, read volume one of a manga while watching the anime adaptation for a side-by-side comparison. 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.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group.

Play & Learn

10:00am - 10:45am
Birth to Five
North East Branch
Registration
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.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

ABC...Come Play with Me

11:00am - 12:00pm
Birth to Five, Family
North East Branch
Registration
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Family
Program Type: StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A themed playtime emphasizing pre-literacy games, activities and toys. For families with children ages birth-5.

Registration opens 2 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.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Can You Solve It?

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Elementary, Middle School
Elkton Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Play a variety of games, brainteasers, and puzzles, including solo and group activities. Find your new favorite game and have fun learning! Grades 4-8.

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group.

Thanksgiving StoryTime

10:30am - 11:30am
Birth to Five
Chesapeake City Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Holiday Event, StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A Thanksgiving themed storytime with stories, music, movement, and a craft! 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.

This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.

Teen Lounge

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Middle School, High School
Perryville Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by 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.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

PAWS for Reading

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elementary
Perryville Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Registration 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.

Holiday Closure

5:00pm - 11:45pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Cecilton Branch, Chesapeake City Branch, Elkton Branch, North East Branch, Perryville Branch, Rising Sun Branch, Bookmobile, Online, Off Site
Description:

All branches are closed.

Holiday Closure

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Cecilton Branch, Chesapeake City Branch, Elkton Branch, North East Branch, Perryville Branch, Rising Sun Branch, Bookmobile, Online, Off Site
Description:

All branches are closed.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Kids' Academy: Rain Cloud Science

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elementary
North East Branch
Registration
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Art, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Educational activities for homeschoolers and children in non-traditional school settings. This month, learn about the water cycle and how clouds produce rain. 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.

This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.

Teen Lounge

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Middle School, High School
Elkton Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hang out in our large meeting room, play games, and make art with your friends. 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.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Kids' Academy: Disaster on Mars LEGO Challenge

11:00am - 12:00pm
Elementary
Perryville Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to combat a disaster on Mars and defend your home base?

Educational activities for homeschoolers and children in non-traditional school settings. Ages 6-11. (Repeat program offered on Dec. 11th at 3:00 p.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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

What Have You Been Reading?

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Elkton Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intro to Canva

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
North East Branch
Registration
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Digital Media Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this hands-on class, learn how to create professional looking graphic designs using Canva, a free online design application.  Customize templates for business documents, presentations, social media posts, greeting cards, invitations,

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.