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Rock Photo Holders

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Kick off the Summer Season with a unique place to store a memory!Rocks, Markers, and some wire is all you need for this lovely creation.Registration is required.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Kick off the Summer Season with a unique place to store a memory!

Rocks, Markers, and some wire is all you need for this lovely creation.

Registration is required.

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Interview Do's and Don'ts

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Centre Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

 Interview Do’s and Don’ts, is a valuable workshop designed to help you ace your next job interview! Led by an experienced human resources professional, this session will cove...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

 Interview Do’s and Don’ts, is a valuable workshop designed to help you ace your next job interview!

Computer Tutor

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:Getting Started with a Computer: the essential functions of a mouse &...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:

Preschool Playgroup

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Calling all children ages 0-5 and their caregivers! Join us for Preschool Playgroup every Monday morning for a fun-filled session of free play and social interaction. This welcomin...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Calling all children ages 0-5 and their caregivers! Join us for Preschool Playgroup every Monday morning for a fun-filled session of free play and social interaction.

Summer Reading Collaborative Coloring Mural Project

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

We are making a group mural to hang in the library! Everyone gets a piece to color with their own artistic flair and then we will put all the pieces together to unveil our group ma...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

We are making a group mural to hang in the library! Everyone gets a piece to color with their own artistic flair and then we will put all the pieces together to unveil our group masterpiece! Registration is required.

Adult Coloring

Coloring for Adults

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Coloring is not just for children any more. If you are looking for a relaxing, stress-reducing creative outlet that is inexpensive and allows you to connect with others in your com...

Library Branch: Centre Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Coloring is not just for children any more. If you are looking for a relaxing, stress-reducing creative outlet that is inexpensive and allows you to connect with others in your community, join us every week as we color our world.

logo with a bird and the words "Chincoteague Bay Field Station"

Chincoteague Bay Field Station Summer Fun

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Chincoteague Bay Field Station is joining us at the Sarbanes Branch for summer animal fun! Join us for stories and crafts, and learn a little bit about some of our Eastern Shore wi...

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

Chincoteague Bay Field Station is joining us at the Sarbanes Branch for summer animal fun! Join us for stories and crafts, and learn a little bit about some of our Eastern Shore wildlife.

Registration is not required for this program

Sketchbook Social

Sketchbook Social

Tuesday, July 1, 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.

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Cozy Storytime

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Cozy Storytime is designed to be accessible. We will read gentle stories and sing soothing songs. We'll provide noise-cancelling headphones, fidgets, low lighting, and a quiet corn...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Cozy Storytime is designed to be accessible. We will read gentle stories and sing soothing songs. We'll provide noise-cancelling headphones, fidgets, low lighting, and a quiet corner. Come in your pajamas and bring your favorite snuggly toy.

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.

 

STEM Time

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap C...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap Circuits, littleBits, and more!

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Paint! With Marbles!

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Make your very own modern art as we explore paint and marbles on canvas!Each piece will be completely unique!Registration is required as supplies are limited.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Make your very own modern art as we explore paint and marbles on canvas!

Each piece will be completely unique!

Registration is required as supplies are limited.

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.

 

Raising the Roost

Raising the Roost: A Chicken Primer - Part 3 - Poultry Biosecurity Basics

Wednesday, July 2, 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: 7
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!

Storytime

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday morning for a delightful hour of stories, songs, and interactive fun designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Our engaging storytime helps foster...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday morning for a delightful hour of stories, songs, and interactive fun designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Coffee Club

Coffee Club @ The Centre Branch

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Stop by Centre Branch on Thursday mornings and join the Coffee Club. Enjoy coffee, tea, or hot chocolate, meet new friends, and chat with others to start your day right! Help us sa...

Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Stop by Centre Branch on Thursday mornings and join the Coffee Club. Enjoy coffee, tea, or hot chocolate, meet new friends, and chat with others to start your day right! Help us save waste; bring a mug! No registration is required. 

Coffee Club

Coffee Club @ the Pittsville Branch

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Coffee Club (Formally known as Coffee Klatch), is back at the Pittsville Branch. Join us every Thursday morning for coffee and conversation. No registration required, just drop in!

Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Coffee Club (Formally known as Coffee Klatch), is back at the Pittsville Branch. Join us every Thursday morning for coffee and conversation. No registration required, just drop in!

Intro to Book Binding

Thursday, July 3, 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:

Ever wanted to make your own book? This class will go over coptic book binding, a style of book binding that uses only thread to weave your book together. No glue required! It's be...

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: 2
Event Details:

Ever wanted to make your own book? This class will go over coptic book binding, a style of book binding that uses only thread to weave your book together. No glue required!

Closed for Independence Day

All Day 7/4 - 7/5
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch, Bookmobile, Centre Branch, Mobile Learning Lab, Pittsville Branch, Off Site
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Branches:
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch, Bookmobile, Centre Branch, Mobile Learning Lab, Pittsville Branch, Off Site

Computer Tutor

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:Getting Started with a Computer: the essential functions of a mouse &...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:

Preschool Playgroup

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Calling all children ages 0-5 and their caregivers! Join us for Preschool Playgroup every Monday morning for a fun-filled session of free play and social interaction. This welcomin...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Calling all children ages 0-5 and their caregivers! Join us for Preschool Playgroup every Monday morning for a fun-filled session of free play and social interaction.

Divination

Divination Series - Palmistry

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Centre Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

This engaging series led by Nicole Blackwater of Blackwater Apothecary introduces participants to the fascinating world of divination. Each class includes a brief history of the me...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

This engaging series led by Nicole Blackwater of Blackwater Apothecary introduces participants to the fascinating world of divination.

Ms. Rachel Party: A Musical Playdate for Little Ones

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Games, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled party featuring Ms. Rachel's most beloved songs and activities! This interactive event is designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers to sing, danc...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Games, Special Events, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled party featuring Ms. Rachel's most beloved songs and activities! This interactive event is designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers to sing, dance, and play together.

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.

 

Science for Kids! Rainbow Walking Water Experiment

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

The walking water experiment is a fun way for kids to learn about science! It shows how water moves through tiny spaces (like a straw or paper towel), soaks into things, and mixes ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

The walking water experiment is a fun way for kids to learn about science! It shows how water moves through tiny spaces (like a straw or paper towel), soaks into things, and mixes colors.

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Easy Sewing with Kristie

Tuesday, July 8, 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!

Anime and Manga Club

Tuesday, July 8, 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.