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Computer Tutor

Monday, July 28, 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 28, 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.

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.

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Growing Up WILD!

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Growing Up WILD is an early childhood education curriculum that builds on children’s sense of wonder about nature and invites them to explore wildlife and the world around them. Th...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Available
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Growing Up WILD is an early childhood education curriculum that builds on children’s sense of wonder about nature and invites them to explore wildlife and the world around them.

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.

 

Paws to Read

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

At Paws to Read, children can read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in children...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

At Paws to Read, children can read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in children while they are relaxing and having fun.

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.

 

Adult Coloring

Coloring for Adults

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Space at Centre at 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
Room: The Space at Centre
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.

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.

 

Passports

Passport Information Session

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Centre Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Come learn about how to apply for a United States passport. We will go over what is required to apply for a passport, how long it takes and what you will need to bring to your pass...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come learn about how to apply for a United States passport. We will go over what is required to apply for a passport, how long it takes and what you will need to bring to your passport application appointment.

How to Start a Fairy Garden

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

You've probably seen them all over Pinterest, but how do you make a Fairy Garden? Come join us! We will explain what a Fairy Garden is, and have a small craft that you can take hom...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

You've probably seen them all over Pinterest, but how do you make a Fairy Garden? Come join us! We will explain what a Fairy Garden is, and have a small craft that you can take home to start your own!

Raising the Roost

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!

Storytime

Thursday, July 31, 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 31, 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 31, 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!

Coffee Club

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Let's talk books! Join us for coffee and discussion.Coffee and cups provided, but feel free to bring your own. We will be meeting on the main floor.

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Book Discussion, Other
Event Details:

Let's talk books! Join us for coffee and discussion.

Coffee and cups provided, but feel free to bring your own. We will be meeting on the main floor.

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.

 

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Grab a partner and head to the Westside Community Center for our Jigsaw Puzzle Competition.  Teams of two will compete to see who is the fastest puzzle solving team.  Eac...

Open
Available
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Available
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Grab a partner and head to the Westside Community Center for our Jigsaw Puzzle Competition.  Teams of two will compete to see who is the fastest puzzle solving team.

The Salisbury Salon Creative Circle

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Room 8 at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Class or Workshop, Guest Speaker or Performance, Other, Special Events
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Room 8
Program Type: Book Discussion, Class or Workshop, Guest Speaker or Performance, Other, Special Events

Computer Tutor

Monday, August 4, 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 &...

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, August 4, 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 - Scrying

Monday, August 4, 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.

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Exploring the Shore with Maryland Coastal Bays

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

Summertime means beach time, but there's so much more to our shores than swimming and sunbathing! Our friends from Maryland Coastal Bays are coming to the Sarbanes Branch to tell u...

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

Summertime means beach time, but there's so much more to our shores than swimming and sunbathing! Our friends from Maryland Coastal Bays are coming to the Sarbanes Branch to tell us 

Sketchbook Social

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.

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.

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Cozy Storytime

Tuesday, August 5, 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.