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Community Computer Lab @ Willards

Friday, October 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Need a place to study or do some work?  Just need to use a computer for a short task? Stop by the Mobile Learning Lab parked at Hebron Fire Department! -Free Computer use ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Need a place to study or do some work?  Just need to use a computer for a short task? Stop by the Mobile Learning Lab parked at Hebron Fire Department!

-Free Computer use

-Wi-Fi

-Job Search Help

Paint Day

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

We are taking our painting class to Westside Community Center.  Come out and join us for a fall themed paint day.  Registration is required.

Available
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

We are taking our painting class to Westside Community Center.  Come out and join us for a fall themed paint day.  Registration is required.

Sunday Scrabble & More

Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Stop by the Sarbanes Branch for an afternoon of wordsmithing with the classic game Scrabble. Boards and dictionary will be provided for use, but feel free to bring your own, too...

Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Games
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Stop by the Sarbanes Branch for an afternoon of wordsmithing with the classic game Scrabble.

Boards and dictionary will be provided for use, but feel free to bring your own, too!

Paws to Read

Monday, October 14, 2024 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:

Paws to Read allows your child to 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 chil...

Cancelled
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
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to 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.

 

Halloween Costume Swap

All Day 10/16 - 10/31
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Other, Special Events
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+, Everyone
Event Details:

Let's reuse and recycle this Halloween! Donate gently used Halloween Costumes and pick up a new-to-you ensemble for the holiday! A donation is not required in order to pick up a...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+, Everyone
Program Type: Other, Special Events
Event Details:

Let's reuse and recycle this Halloween! Donate gently used Halloween Costumes and pick up a new-to-you ensemble for the holiday!

Game On!

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come play your favorite video games every month! Every month is something new, so be sure to check us out. We have a variety of games for the Playstation 4, Nintendo Switch, VR hea...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Games
Available
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Come play your favorite video games every month! Every month is something new, so be sure to check us out. We have a variety of games for the Playstation 4, Nintendo Switch, VR headsets, and even board games!

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.

 

Storytime

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

All 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us to share songs, rhymes, and stories together every Thursday. Studies have shown that singing aloud and sharing book...

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:

All 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us to share songs, rhymes, and stories together every Thursday.

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.

 

Family Game Night

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Room 1 at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Grownups, do you want to hang out with your kids, but need something they will like to do?  Spend a fun filled evening playing board games with your family.  We will have...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Room 1
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Grownups, do you want to hang out with your kids, but need something they will like to do?  Spend a fun filled evening playing board games with your family.  We will have a selection of games to choose from.  Feel free to join up wi

Community Computer Lab @ Sharptown

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Need a place to study or do some work?  Just need to use a computer for a short task? Stop by the Mobile Learning Lab parked at Sharptown Town Hall! -Free Computer use -...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Need a place to study or do some work?  Just need to use a computer for a short task? Stop by the Mobile Learning Lab parked at Sharptown Town Hall!

-Free Computer use

-Wi-Fi

-Job Search Help

Sew a Softie

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Learn how to sew in this monthly program for kids ages 6 and up. You will leave each session with a complete project; come to one or all! We'll cover basic hand-sewing, including q...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how to sew in this monthly program for kids ages 6 and up. You will leave each session with a complete project; come to one or all!

Preschool Playgroup

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for free play, developmentally appropriate guided play, and structured activities, all while learning early socializat...

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

Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for free play, developmentally appropriate guided play, and structured activities, all while learning early socialization!

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.

 

Storywalk @ Winterplace Park

10/21/2024 @ 12:00pm to 11/04/2024 @ 12:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Storywalk at the Parks, Storytime
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Count with us as you walk along our storywalk path at Winterplace Park.  See who and what is At the Old Haunted House.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Book Discussion, Storywalk at the Parks, Storytime
Event Details:

Count with us as you walk along our storywalk path at Winterplace Park.  See who and what is At the Old Haunted House.

Coding for Kids

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Whether you already know how to code or want to learn, this is the program for you! For Fall and Winter 2024, we'll explore different platforms and apps based on the Scratch e...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Whether you already know how to code or want to learn, this is the program for you! For Fall and Winter 2024, we'll explore different platforms and apps based on the Scratch engine.

the word spike on a yellow background

LEGO Robotics

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

LEGO robotics exists at the intersection of engineering and coding. We'll complete challenges to learn what we can do with the LEGO Education Spike kits. For elementary and midd...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

LEGO robotics exists at the intersection of engineering and coding. We'll complete challenges to learn what we can do with the LEGO Education Spike kits.

Tabletop Game Club

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Do you need a break from technology?  Do you like Scrabble, Uno, etc.?  Come join us in playing tabletop games with your friends.  We will be parked at Parkside High...

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

Do you need a break from technology?  Do you like Scrabble, Uno, etc.?  Come join us in playing tabletop games with your friends.  We will be parked at Parkside High, but all middle and high schoolers are welcome!

Storytime

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

All 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us to share songs, rhymes, and stories together every Thursday. Studies have shown that singing aloud and sharing book...

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:

All 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us to share songs, rhymes, and stories together every Thursday.

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.

 

Young Thinkers Club

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

In the Young Thinkers Club, children will play games, talk, and do activities that get them thinking--and having fun! This club is led by faculty and students from Salisbury Univer...

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

In the Young Thinkers Club, children will play games, talk, and do activities that get them thinking--and having fun! This club is led by faculty and students from Salisbury University's philosophy department.

Community Computer Lab @ Fruitland

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Need a place to study or do some work?  Just need to use a computer for a short task? Stop by the Mobile Learning Lab parked at Fruitland Big Lots! -Free Computer use -W...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Need a place to study or do some work?  Just need to use a computer for a short task? Stop by the Mobile Learning Lab parked at Fruitland Big Lots!

-Free Computer use

-Wi-Fi

-Job Search Help

STEM games/Pop up Bookmobile Stop

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
STEM, Games, MD STEM Festival, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Are you interested in STEM?  We will have our STEM related games and activities out for use.  This program will take place on our Mobile Learning Lab with it being parked...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM, Games, MD STEM Festival, Technology
Event Details:

Are you interested in STEM?  We will have our STEM related games and activities out for use.  This program will take place on our Mobile Learning Lab with it being parked at Sharptown Town Hall.  Guess what!....our fabulous bookmobi

Sunday Scrabble & More

Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Stop by the Sarbanes Branch for an afternoon of wordsmithing with the classic game Scrabble. Boards and dictionary will be provided for use, but feel free to bring your own, too...

Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Games
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Stop by the Sarbanes Branch for an afternoon of wordsmithing with the classic game Scrabble.

Boards and dictionary will be provided for use, but feel free to bring your own, too!

Preschool Playgroup

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for free play, developmentally appropriate guided play, and structured activities, all while learning early socializat...

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

Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for free play, developmentally appropriate guided play, and structured activities, all while learning early socialization!

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.

 

Fun with Coding for 11 year olds and up

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, MD STEM Festival, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Is your preteen or teen interested in STEM?  Here is their chance to work with our STEM pathways, Sphero Bolt, and Snap Circuits.  We will be located in our STEAM lab at ...

Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM, MD STEM Festival, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Is your preteen or teen interested in STEM?  Here is their chance to work with our STEM pathways, Sphero Bolt, and Snap Circuits.  We will be located in our STEAM lab at our Sarbanes branch. This is a MD STEM festival program.

Paws to Read

Monday, October 28, 2024 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:

Paws to Read allows your child to 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 chil...

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:

Paws to Read allows your child to 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.