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Introduction to Children's Publishing

Introduction to Children's Publishing

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch

Program Type:

Books & Authors

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Children's author Annette Whipple will present on the children's book writing process, from choosing age-appropriate topics and vocabulary to finding a publisher. 

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

Children's author Annette Whipple will present on the children's book writing process, from choosing age-appropriate topics and vocabulary to finding a publisher. 

Program Title - Market Your Babysitting Business

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

Event Details:

Learn how to make eye-catching flyers and safely market yourself as a babysitter. Grades 6-12.Part of the Babysitter Basics Program series. For more babysitting programs, click her...

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.

Program Title - Kids Discover History: Our State Story

Kids Discover History: Our State Story

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch

Program Type:

History/Cultural

Age Group:

Elementary

Event Details:

Go back in time to discover our state's fascinating contributions to America's history in celebration of Maryland's 250th anniversary! Ages 6-11.Registration opens two weeks prior ...

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

Go back in time to discover our state's fascinating contributions to America's history in celebration of Maryland's 250th anniversary! Ages 6-11.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

Program Title: History of Space Travel

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

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...

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.

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 - 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.

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Art Lab: Zentangles

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
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Show your creativity, no matter what your skill level or preferred style of art. Bring an art project to work on, or try something new with us! 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.

Art Lab: 3D Pens

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

Show your creativity, no matter what your skill level or preferred style of art. This month, transform your 2D ideas into 3D art with our 3D-printing pens! 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

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: 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.

Market Your Babysitting Business

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: 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.

Neighborhood Bookmobile Visit: Sunrise Inn Elkton

3:30pm–4:00pm
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, right in your neighborhood! 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.

DIY Bookmaking with Patti Paulus

4:00pm–5:00pm
Middle School, High School
North East Branch
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.

Celebrate Clean Water at Cecilton Town Park

4:00pm–5:30pm
Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Bookmobile
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun, hands-on community event all about keeping our water clean and staying safe during storms. Explore how rain carries pollutants into our rivers and streams -learn easy ways we can help protect them. Share

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.

Bookmobile at Fair Hill Nature Center's Frog Frenzy

5:00pm–7:00pm
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.

PAWS & Relax

3:30pm–4:30pm
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:

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.

Neighborhood Bookmobile Visit: West End Gardens Motel & Apartments

2:00pm–2:30pm
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, right in your neighborhood! 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.

Teen Lounge

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: 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.

Babysitter Basics: Kid-Friendly Snacks

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
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Bookmobile at Town of Elkton Event: Cinco De Mayo Celebration

5:30pm–7:00pm
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.

Teen Cuisine: Muchos Nachos!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Middle School, High School
North East Branch
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

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: 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

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.

First Aid & CPR Basics with Tom Coulter

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary, Middle School, High School
North East Branch
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.

Bookmobile at Cecil County Public Schools & Live for Thomas Foundation's Mental Health Matters Community Event

5:00pm–7:00pm
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.

Homeschool Connect

1:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary, Middle School, High School
Elkton Branch
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

4:00pm–4:45pm
Middle School, High School
North East Branch
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

4:00pm–5:00pm
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:

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.

Teen Lounge

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: 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.

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.

Youth Sleuths: The Butler's Demise

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:

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.