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History of Schaefer's Canal House

History of Schaefer's

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch

Program Type:

History/Cultural

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Walk down memory lane with Chesapeake City local, Larry Ortt to explore Schaefer's Canal House.  Over the years Schaefer's has been many different things and owned by differen...

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

Walk down memory lane with Chesapeake City local, Larry Ortt to explore Schaefer's Canal House.

Pearls of Wisdom: The Oyster Edition

Pearls of Wisdom: The Oyster Edition

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street) at Cecilton Branch

Program Type:

History/Cultural, Science & Technology

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Maryland Department of Natural Resources' Chris Judy will provide an update on the status of Chesapeake Bay oysters, highlight efforts to support their recovery, and share some int...

Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Room: Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History/Cultural, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Maryland Department of Natural Resources' Chris Judy will provide an update on the status of Chesapeake Bay oysters, highlight efforts to support their recovery, and share some interesting and fun facts along the way.

Bay-Wise Series: Water Quality and Stormwater Management

Bay-Wise Series: Water Quality and Stormwater Management

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch

Program Type:

Science & Technology

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Learn about the variety of landscapes in Cecil County, why water quality is important, what a watershed is and what can impair it. You’ll also learn about stormwater management bes...

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

Learn about the variety of landscapes in Cecil County, why water quality is important, what a watershed is and what can impair it.

Algonkian Living History

Algonkian Living History

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch

Program Type:

History/Cultural

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

An interactive program on the ways of life of the Algonkian Native Americans. Drew Shuptar-Rayvis (Pekatawas MakataweU “Black Corn”) will guide you in comparing and examining tradi...

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

An interactive program on the ways of life of the Algonkian Native Americans.

Cecil Serves: Volunteer Fair

Cecil Serves: Volunteer Fair

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
North East Meeting Room at North East 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 12/2, 4-7 PM, at the North East Branch Library. Meet representat...

Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East 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 12/2, 4-7 PM, at the North East Branch Library.

Newark Symphony Orchestra's Serenata Strings

Newark Symphony Orchestra's Serenata Strings

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch

Program Type:

Music

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of holiday music performed by the Serenata Strings from the Newark Symphony Orchestra.

Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of holiday music performed by the Serenata Strings from the Newark Symphony Orchestra.

First State Ringers Concert

First State Ringers

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch

Program Type:

Holiday Event, Music

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Celebrate the season with a holiday musical performance by the First State Ringers handbell choir. 

Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Holiday Event, Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the season with a holiday musical performance by the First State Ringers handbell choir. 

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Neighborhood Bookmobile Visit: North Bay 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.

University of Maryland Extension Presents: Milk to Motion

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary, Middle School, Family
Cecilton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Room: Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Jobs & Careers, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about the dairy industry and have fun experimenting to learn about the properties of milk. Activities include a "milk in motion" science experiment, making a sample of ice cream and butter, and making glue from milk! Ages 6-14.

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.

Tween Academy: Shakespeare Decoded

1:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary, Middle School
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Books & Authors, History/Cultural, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to decipher some of Shakespeare's famous texts as well as his lasting legacy on the modern English language. Ages 9-14.   Educational activities for homeschoolers and other children in 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.

Stories for Teens

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: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Remember story times when you were younger? Join us to relax, de-stress, and relive that cozier and simpler time with stories, music, snacks and a craft. 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: Throwback Crafts

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.

Teen Cuisine: Stuffing

3:15pm–4:15pm
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, make Thanksgiving stuffing on the stovetop. 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: Hot Chocolate Through the Ages

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: Cooking
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 6-10.

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.

Neighborhood Bookmobile Visit: West End Gardens Motel & Apartments

1:45pm–2:15pm
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.

Teens-giving

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: Holiday Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spend an afternoon at the library giving back to our librarians and share a variety of fall-themed snacks with friends!  All attendees will receive 1 volunteer hour for their time.  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

3:15pm–4:15pm
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.

Manga & Anime Club

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: 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.

Tween Academy: Feathers and Contaminates with Tri-State Bird Rescue

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: Homeschool, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover how contaminants, such as oil, affect the overall composition and structure of feathers, and explore how the Tri-State’s Oiled Wildlife Response Team helps save animals effected by oil spills. 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.

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.

Art Lab: Pottery Workshop

3:30pm–4:15pm
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:

Make clay art with local artist Maggie Creshkoff of Backlog Pottery. All materials provided. Presenter will return with fired pottery for participants approx. 4 weeks after event. No prior 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.

PAWS for People: DeStress Event

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:

Did you know that spending time with pets can help impact your mental health? Stop by the Teen Room and meet a PAWS for People therapy dog! 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.

Teen Lounge with Puppies!

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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by this special Teen Lounge to hang out with therapy dogs from PAWS for People. Make calming crafts and destress with 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.

Teens Give Back for the Holidays

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: Holiday Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help prepare and host a holiday event for kids. Attendance required on both days,12/2 and 12/4, to earn 3 service learning hours. 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.

Cecil Serves: Volunteer Fair

4:00pm–7:00pm
Middle School, High School, Adults
North East Branch
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East 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 12/2, 4-7 PM, at the North East Branch Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Community Partner Event

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

No registration

No registration required.

Eric Energy: The Holiday Slime Show

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary, Middle School, Family
Cecilton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Room: Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Holiday Event, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the science of slime, with a holiday twist! Learn about atoms, molecules, and polymers from scientist Eric Energy. Ages 6-14.

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 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.

3D Printing Unleashed: Design It, Print It!

3:00pm–5:00pm
Middle School, High School
Elkton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the world of 3D printing and bring your ideas to life! Our hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, offering a deep dive into the art and science of 3D printing.

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.

Teens Give Back: Memory Bottles

3:15pm–4:15pm
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: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Earn service learning hours with Teens Give Back! Bring your creativity and work with other teens to create sensory bottles for local memory care patients. 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.

Teens Give Back for the Holidays

4:00pm–6:00pm
Middle School, High School
Rising Sun Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Holiday Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help prepare and host a holiday event for kids. Attendance required on both days,12/2 and 12/4, to earn 3 service learning hours. 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.

Tween Baking Challenge: Winter Cupcakes

1:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary, Middle School
Perryville Branch
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.