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Program Title - Too Strong to Break: Students in the Carlisle Indian School Outing System

Too Strong to Break: Students in the Carlisle Indian School Outing System

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch

Program Type:

History/Cultural

Age Group:

Adults

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&...

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

Program Title - Lancaster Science Factory Presents: Constellation Creations

Lancaster Science Factory Presents: Constellation Creations

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch

Program Type:

Science & Technology

Age Group:

Elementary

Event Details:

Dive into the stars and become a constellation storyteller in this hands-on program. Students will explore how cultures around the world interpreted the night sky, listen to conste...

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

Dive into the stars and become a constellation storyteller in this hands-on program. Students will explore how cultures around the world interpreted the night sky, listen to constellation legends, and create their own star stories.

Program Title - Babysitter Basics: Kid-Friendly Snacks

Babysitter Basics: Kid-Friendly Snacks

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch

Program Type:

Cooking

Age Group:

Middle School, High School

Event Details:

Learn to prepare kid-friendly and fun snacks for young children. Grades 6-12.Part of the Babysitter Basics Program series. For more babysitting programs, click here. 

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

Learn to prepare kid-friendly and fun snacks for young children. Grades 6-12.

Program Title-The Worst Day: A Plane Crash, A Train Wreck, and Remarkable Acts of Heroism in Washington, DC

The Worst Day: A Plane Crash, A Train Wreck, and Remarkable Acts of Heroism in Washington, DC

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch

Program Type:

Books & Authors, History/Cultural

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Award-winning journalist Bruce Goldfarb will discuss his new book, "The Worst Day," a minute-by-minute account of two simultaneous catastrophes during a 1982 blizzard—and the extra...

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

Award-winning journalist Bruce Goldfarb will discuss his new book, "The Worst Day," a minute-by-minute account of two simultaneous catastrophes during a 1982 blizzard—and the extraordinary courage of civilians and first responders.

Program Title - Instrument Petting Zoo

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

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.R...

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.

Program Title - Babysitter Basics

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

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....

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. 

Fundraiser - Library Cake Social - Slices of Support

Library Cake Social: Slices of Support Fundraiser

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Elkton Conference Room at Elkton Branch

Program Type:

Special Event

Event Details:

Have your cake and support the Library, too! Purchase your tickets for our Cake Social on Sunday, May 21 at 2pm and enjoy cake, connection, and a celebration of the upcoming Elkton...

Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Conference Room
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Have your cake and support the Library, too! Purchase your tickets for our Cake Social on Sunday, May 21 at 2pm and enjoy cake, connection, and a celebration of the upcoming Elkton Branch transformation.

Cecil Serves: Volunteer Fair

Cecil Serves: Volunteer Fair

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch

Program Type:

Jobs & Careers, Special Event

Age Group:

Middle School, High School, Adults

Event Details:

Tired of talk? Be the change. Discover opportunities to impact your community at the Cecil Serves Volunteer Fair on Tuesday, May 19 from 4:30-6:30 PM, at the Elkton Branch Library....

Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults
Program Type: Jobs & Careers, Special Event
Event Details:

Tired of talk? Be the change. Discover opportunities to impact your community at the Cecil Serves Volunteer Fair on Tuesday, May 19 from 4:30-6:30 PM, at the Elkton Branch Library.

Program Title - Family Book Club

Family Book Club

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch

Program Type:

Books & Authors

Age Group:

Elementary, Middle School

Event Details:

Read and discuss the Black-Eyed Susan nominated graphic novel "Squire and Knight" by Scott Chantler, together as a family!  Pick up your free family copy of the book from the ...

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

Read and discuss the Black-Eyed Susan nominated graphic novel "Squire and Knight" by Scott Chantler, together as a family!  Pick up your free family copy of the book from the Perryville Library while supplies last.

Program Title - Children's Book Festival

Children's Book Festival

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch

Program Type:

Books & Authors, Special Event

Age Group:

Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family

Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled day for the whole family! Meet and greet children’s book authors while enjoying family-friendly activities such as face painting, ice cream, music, and mor...

Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Program Type: Books & Authors, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled day for the whole family! Meet and greet children’s book authors while enjoying family-friendly activities such as face painting, ice cream, music, and more! 

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3D Printing: Design It! Print It!

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary, Middle School
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Creative Commons
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the basics of 3D design using Tinkercad. Get to know the Prusa Core One 3D Printer and take home your creation. This month, make custom keychains.

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.

Bookmobile at Crystal Beach Civic Association's Family Fun Day

11:30am–3:00pm
Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Event Details:

Visit our Bookmobile to browse and borrow from a wide selection of books, movies, and more, at local events! Please be aware that arrival times may vary by up to 30 minutes due to road conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.

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.

Clay Trinket Dishes with The Art Den

3:30pm–5:00pm
Middle School, High School
Chesapeake City Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use clay to create trinket dishes with the Art Den, LLC. 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.

Jurassic Jeopardy

4:00pm–4:45pm
Middle School, High School
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Teen Programming Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Test your prehistoric knowledge in classic game show fashion to win prizes! 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.

Reptile Wonders: Beautiful Bugs

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary, Middle School
Elkton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Nature/Wildlife
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Reptile Wonders: The Nature Center on the Go, for a hands-on interactive program featuring several different insects and arachnids.

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.

Reptile Wonders: Beautiful Bugs

6:00pm–7:00pm
Elementary, Middle School
Rising Sun Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Room: Rising Sun Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Nature/Wildlife
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Reptile Wonders: The Nature Center on the Go, for a hands-on interactive program featuring several different insects and arachnids.

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

3:00pm–4:00pm
Middle School, High School
Perryville Branch
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.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

3:30pm–4:30pm
Middle School, High School
North East Branch
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.

Cozy Corner: Hobbies & Crafts

1:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary, Middle School
Elkton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curl up for a cozy hour of hobbies like crochet, bracelet making, reading, and more! Bring a project or book you're already working on, or come to learn a new skill! All skill levels welcome. 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.

Pressed Pendants

3:30pm–4:30pm
Middle School, High School
Rising Sun Branch
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:

Create pressed pendants out of clay with local artist Maggie Creshkoff. 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.

Water Rockets

4:00pm–5:00pm
Middle School, High School
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Science & Technology, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build and launch a water rocket up to 30 feet in the air using simple household items. Grades 6-12. 

Program pending weather. 

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.

3D Printing: Design It! Print It!

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary, Middle School
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Creative Commons
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the basics of 3D design using Tinkercad. Get to know the Prusa Core One 3D Printer and take home your creation. This month, make a glow in the dark coaster.

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.

Jurassic Jeopardy

4:00pm–5:00pm
Middle School, High School
Chesapeake City Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Test your prehistoric knowledge in classic game show fashion to win prizes! 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.

Pokémon Go! To the Library

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

Meet other Pokémon Trainers, show off your favorites, create your own Pokémon card, and maybe even battle. Teens will be able to spin Pokémon Go stops at the library and maybe even work together to fight in a raid! 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.

Science Heroes: Experiment Lab

6:00pm–7:00pm
Elementary, Middle School
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Science & Technology, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the actions and reactions of physical science through hands on experiments and exciting STEM challenges. Grades 4-8. An interactive science show presented by the Science Heroes. 

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

3:00pm–4:00pm
Middle School, High School
Perryville Branch
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.

Cretaceous Clash

3:30pm–4:30pm
Middle School, High School
Cecilton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Room: Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street)
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Choose a dinosaur species and evolve to survive challenges and pre-historic events. Answer trivia and put your creativity to the test in this DnD style fight for survival. 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.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

3:30pm–4:30pm
Middle School, High School
North East Branch
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.

Cretaceous Clash

4:00pm–4:45pm
Middle School, High School
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Teen Programming Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Choose a dinosaur species and evolve to survive challenges and pre-historic events. Answer trivia and put your creativity to the test in this DnD style fight for survival. 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.

Bite Sized Archeology

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary, Middle School
Chesapeake City Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of archeology through activities involving sweet treats. Grades 4-8.

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.