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Beat the Heat Fan Craft

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+, Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and creative summer event where you'll learn to paint your own beautiful, foldable fans to stay cool and stylish. During this program, you'll be guided through de...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+, Everyone
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and creative summer event where you'll learn to paint your own beautiful, foldable fans to stay cool and stylish.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

The Amazing Josini!

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Main Floor at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come and meet the Amazing Josini; a magician, musician, comedian, and ventriloquist all rolled into one. There's a reason why we call him amazing!Registration is not required for t...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Main Floor
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come and meet the Amazing Josini; a magician, musician, comedian, and ventriloquist all rolled into one. There's a reason why we call him amazing!

Registration is not required for this program.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Build a Sandcastle: A coloring craft

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Creating a sandcastle is as easy as color, cut and glue! This coloring craft makes it possible for kids to create their own sandcastles and bring them home! ( With no sand for you ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Creating a sandcastle is as easy as color, cut and glue! This coloring craft makes it possible for kids to create their own sandcastles and bring them home! ( With no sand for you to clean up). Registration is required.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Crochet 101

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

If you'd like to learn to crochet and are in middle or high school, join us the 4th Tuesday of each month! We'll use tutorials from the library resource, Creativebug, and one on on...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

If you'd like to learn to crochet and are in middle or high school, join us the 4th Tuesday of each month!

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Art Exploration

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Calling all middle and high schoolers, adventure awaits! Let's get creative and explore a different art medium every week, with hands on learning that will result in an awesome pie...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Calling all middle and high schoolers, adventure awaits! Let's get creative and explore a different art medium every week, with hands on learning that will result in an awesome piece of artwork you'll get to take home with you.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Blackout Poetry

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Come learn a new take on poetry, and express yourself! Blackout poetry is a unique way to write a poem, but not having to worry about spelling tricky words!Registration is required...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come learn a new take on poetry, and express yourself! Blackout poetry is a unique way to write a poem, but not having to worry about spelling tricky words!

Registration is required as space is limited.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Magic the Gathering Game Day

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Stop by our Mobile Learning Lab to play a round of Magic the Gathering!  New to the game?  No problem!  Our staff can teach you how to play!  We will be parked ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Stop by our Mobile Learning Lab to play a round of Magic the Gathering!  New to the game?  No problem!  Our staff can teach you how to play!  We will be parked in the Centre at Salisbury's parking lot.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Cascading Carlos

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Main Floor at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

It's that time again - time for a visit from Cascading Carlos! He'll dazzle and entertain you with his juggling prowess. He'll give everyone time to practice their juggling sk...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Main Floor
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Event Details:

It's that time again - time for a visit from Cascading Carlos! 

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Raising the Roost: A Chicken Primer - Part 5 -Build your chicken network

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

"Raising the Roost: A Chicken Primer" is an exciting 5 part series designed to help you start your journey to raising backyard birds with confidence! This bi-weekly series will cov...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

"Raising the Roost: A Chicken Primer" is an exciting 5 part series designed to help you start your journey to raising backyard birds with confidence!

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Build-a-Book Workshop

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Come down to the Sarbanes for a fun and creative book making workshop! Open to children aged 6 and up, this interactive session will guide participants through the process of craft...

Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Come down to the Sarbanes for a fun and creative book making workshop! Open to children aged 6 and up, this interactive session will guide participants through the process of crafting their very own handmade books.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Sketchbook Social

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

A social art club just for teens and tweens! Bring your current art project and chat with others as you work!Registration is required.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

A social art club just for teens and tweens! Bring your current art project and chat with others as you work!

Registration is required.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

DIY Fabric Wreath

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Come and learn how to make an easy wreath with fabric scraps. Each is unique as you put your own flair on them. Do you happen to sew or quilt? This is a great way to get rid of tha...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Come and learn how to make an easy wreath with fabric scraps. Each is unique as you put your own flair on them. Do you happen to sew or quilt? This is a great way to get rid of that scrap fabric stash.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Project Wild

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Project WILD is a conservation and environmental program that focuses on wildlife and habitat. The goal of Project WILD is to develop awareness, knowledge, skills, and commitment r...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Project WILD is a conservation and environmental program that focuses on wildlife and habitat.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Easy Sewing with Kristie

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Join us for Easy Sewing with Kristie, a fun and beginner-friendly hand-sewing class featuring simple embroidery techniques! Each month, we’ll create an adorable little animal that ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us for Easy Sewing with Kristie, a fun and beginner-friendly hand-sewing class featuring simple embroidery techniques!

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Anime and Manga Club

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Game Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Movie
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Anime and Manga Club members meet the second Tuesday of each month to talk about manga and watch a member selected anime movie/show. Open to middle and high school students.

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Game Room
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Book Discussion, Movie
Event Details:

Anime and Manga Club members meet the second Tuesday of each month to talk about manga and watch a member selected anime movie/show. Open to middle and high school students.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Art Exploration

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Calling all middle and high schoolers, adventure awaits! Let's get creative and explore a different art medium every week, with hands on learning that will result in an awesome pie...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Calling all middle and high schoolers, adventure awaits! Let's get creative and explore a different art medium every week, with hands on learning that will result in an awesome piece of artwork you'll get to take home with you.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Kids Paints Night: Paint with Q-tips

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Bring the kids for a fun paint night of their own! They will be painting flowers using Q-tips instead of brushes to create their masterpieces! 

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Bring the kids for a fun paint night of their own! They will be painting flowers using Q-tips instead of brushes to create their masterpieces! 

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Make your own acrylic keychains with Cricut Vinyl

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Why not design your own keychain? Using precut vinyl shapes, you'll pick out how you want your keychain to look and we'll teach how to transfer and layer the cricut vinyl to make y...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Why not design your own keychain? Using precut vinyl shapes, you'll pick out how you want your keychain to look and we'll teach how to transfer and layer the cricut vinyl to make your masterpiece!

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

The Miniature Workshop: Dollhouse Edition

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Step into a world of miniature magic at The Miniature Workshop: Dollhouse Edition. Whether you're a long-time dollhouse enthusiast or just discovering the charm of these tiny world...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Step into a world of miniature magic at The Miniature Workshop: Dollhouse Edition. Whether you're a long-time dollhouse enthusiast or just discovering the charm of these tiny worlds, this program offers something for everyone.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Brush Pen Calligraphy

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Calligraphy can be a beautiful addition to any project. It's a neat skill, but can be intimating to start. In this class we'll go over the basics, and teach you a few styles (aka f...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Calligraphy can be a beautiful addition to any project. It's a neat skill, but can be intimating to start. In this class we'll go over the basics, and teach you a few styles (aka fonts) that you can practice and use in your own projects!

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Sketch a Picture of your Pet

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Room 8 at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Bring a picture of your pet!  Our expert artists will lead you through sketching your own masterpiece starring your animal friend.  Registration is required.

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Room 8
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Bring a picture of your pet!  Our expert artists will lead you through sketching your own masterpiece starring your animal friend.  Registration is required.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Lets make "What's your Word?" Bracelets

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Create a personalized daily reminder of your intent as a bracelet. You will get to choose your inspirational word to stamp on a metal token set in a bracelet or that can be added t...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Create a personalized daily reminder of your intent as a bracelet. You will get to choose your inspirational word to stamp on a metal token set in a bracelet or that can be added to  keyring or necklace you already have. 

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Seasonal Scrapbookers

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Join us every month as we create a seasonal scrapbook layout together based on that month! All supplies will be provided, you’ll just need to bring your creativity and imagination....

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us every month as we create a seasonal scrapbook layout together based on that month! All supplies will be provided, you’ll just need to bring your creativity and imagination.


The theme this month is: Summer Reading.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Teen Action Board (TAB) Meeting

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Game Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

All middle and high school students are invited to our TAB (Teen Action Board) Meeting. TAB meetings are a forum where students’ opinions and suggestions are heard. TAB members pro...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Game Room
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Event Details:

All middle and high school students are invited to our TAB (Teen Action Board) Meeting. TAB meetings are a forum where students’ opinions and suggestions are heard.