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

Animal Story time and Color your own book

10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading, Storytime
Event Details:

Join our staff for a storytime.  Your child will also have a chance to color pages in a book about our zoo animals.  They can color at the program or take it home to color.

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

Blackout Poetry

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Centre Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
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 19+" group.

Coloring for Adults

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 19+
Centre Branch
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.

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

11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
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 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Exploring the Shore with Maryland Coastal Bays

11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
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 

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

Sketchbook Social

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Centre Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
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

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Pittsville Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Registration Required
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.

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, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Project Wild

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Registration Required
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 6-11" group.

Miss Nelson is Missing! Escape Room Mystery and Storytime

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages 6-11
Pittsville Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Summer Reading, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

HELP! Miss Nelson has gone missing and you are the only ones that can find her! Work together to find Miss Nelson in this Escape Room Style Mystery and storytime. Registration is required.

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

Coloring for Adults

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 19+
Centre Branch
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.

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

Storyteller Beth Ohlsson

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

Get ready to take storytelling to the next level with Beth Ohlsson! 

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.

Storytime and Craft @ Crooked Oak Playground

10:00am - 11:30am
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Mobile Learning Lab
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Storywalk at the Parks, Summer Reading, Storytime
Event Details:

Join Mobile Services staff for stories, songs, and a craft.  We will be hosting our story time and craft at Crooked Oak Park.  While you are there check out our story walk!

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

Art Exploration

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages 12-18
Centre Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
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 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Make your own acrylic keychains with Cricut Vinyl

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Pittsville Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
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
Registration Required
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

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Centre Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
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.

Lets make "What's your Word?" Bracelets

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Pittsville Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Storytime with Sherman

11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
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, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us at the Sarbanes branch for a special summer storytime with Sherman, the mascot of the Delmarva Shorebirds! 

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

Seasonal Scrapbookers

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Centre Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
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 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, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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 12-18" group.

3D Pens Workshop

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages 12-18
Mobile Learning Lab
Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Come out to the Mobile Learning Lab parked YMCA parking lot and try out our 3D pens.  Bring your imagination to 3D life!  This program is for ages 10 and up.  Registration is required.

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

Felt Magnets

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Centre Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Looking for a cute art project that can live on the fridge forever? Look no further, for felt magnets are here! These summer themed magnets are perfect for holding works of art to the fridge, or even your shopping list.

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 19+" group.

Coloring for Adults

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 19+
Centre Branch
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.