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

STEM Time

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ages 6-11
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Closed
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Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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!

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Adult Yoga with Soul Yoga

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages 19+
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Closed
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Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Guest Speaker or Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come join Soul Yoga's instructor Lauren Gilmore for a free adult yoga class! Participants will learn the fundamentals of yoga while exploring how it can benefit them. Grab a friend or family member to experience and learn together.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Ages 0-5
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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.

 

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

3D Printing Workshop

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
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Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM, Class or Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Buckle up for a 3D modeling adventure! Unleash your creativity and bring your designs to life with our magical 3D printer right here at the library!

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 "Everyone" group.

Friends Foundation of the Library Preview Night

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Everyone
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Friend's Preview night 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Friends Foundation of the Library Fall Book Sale

All Day 11/22 - 11/23
Everyone
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Fall Book Sale located in meeting rooms 1-8 located in the basement gently used books, CDs & media

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Public Narcan Training

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Ages 19+
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Guest Speaker or Performance
Event Details:

Steven Bradford from the Maryland Coalition of Families will be conducting a community Narcan Training on Friday, November 22nd, from 1:30 to 4 p.m.

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Sunday Scrabble & More

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ages 19+
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
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!

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Computer Tutor

10:30am - 11:30am
Ages 19+
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

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

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Preschool Playgroup

10:30am - 11:30am
Ages 0-5
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
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.

 

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

Homeschool Maker Monday

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages 6-11
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second and fourth Monday of each month to learn all about STEAM!

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

Paws to Read

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
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
Registration Required
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.

 

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

LEGO Robotics

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

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

Crochet 101

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages 12-18
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Game Room
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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 0-5" group.

Mini-Montessori for 2-6 year-olds

10:00am - 3:00pm
Ages 0-5
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Event Details:

Please ask staff from the children’s desk to enter the program room anytime between 10 am and 3 pm on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month.

Children age 2–6 and their caregivers are invited to Mini-Montessori!

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.

 

Closed for Thanksgiving

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch, Bookmobile, Centre Branch, Mobile Learning Lab, Pittsville Branch, Off Site

Closed for Native American Heritage Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch, Bookmobile, Centre Branch, Mobile Learning Lab, Pittsville Branch, Off Site
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Nutcracker Storytime with Eastern Shore Ballet Theatre

11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages 0-5
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Main Floor
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for storytime with the Eastern Shore Ballet Theatre! After hearing the story of the Nutcracker, attendees will have the opportunity to take pictures with the characters, make crafts, and enjoy snacks. 

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Computer Tutor

10:30am - 11:30am
Ages 19+
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

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

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Preschool Playgroup

10:30am - 11:30am
Ages 0-5
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
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.

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.

RoboCoders

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

RoboCoders: a mashup of LEGO and coding. In each session, we'll tackle a LEGO Robotics challenge and then explore coding, with or without LEGO.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Take and Make: Holiday Ornament

All Day 12/3 - 12/23
Everyone
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Create a Family Heirloom with a Holiday Ornament!

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

Snack Attack

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages 12-18
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Game Room
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a flavor-packed adventure where we will explore international movies and snack boxes!

1st Tuesday of the month

From 5:00-6:30 PM

For teens ages 12-18

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

STEM Time

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ages 6-11
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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!