Easton Library to Host Program about Sharp’s … the Island That Is No More
On Monday, December 9, at 6:30 p.m., in the Easton branch of the Talbot County Free Library, popular local raconteur Gary Crawford will tell the story of Sharp’s Island, a place whose location today is marked only by an oddly tilted lighthouse. All library programs are free and open to the public. Patrons do not need to pre-register to participate in this program. For more information, please call the library at 410-822-1626, or visit tcfl.org.
St. Michaels Library to Offer Family Crafts Program
On Tuesday, December 10, at 3:30 p.m., the St. Michaels branch of the Talbot County Free Library will hold a Holiday and Winter Crafts program for children of all ages. All library programs are free and open to the public. Patrons do not need to pre-register to participate in this program. For more information, please call the library at 410-745-5877, or visit tcfl.org.
Easton Library to Offer Holiday Card-Making Program for Adults
On Wednesday, December 11, from 10:30 a.m. to noon, the Easton branch of the Talbot County Free Library will offer a holiday card-making program. What better way to spread the joy of the season than to present an easy-to-make, beautiful handmade card to family and friends. All library programs are free and open to the public, but patrons do need to pre-register to participate in this program. For more information, please call the library at 410-822-1626, or visit tcfl.org.
St. Michaels Library to Offer Story Time Program
On Wednesday, December 11, at 10:30 a.m., the St. Michaels branch of the Talbot County Free Library will hold a Story Timeprogram for children 5 and under accompanied by an adult.All library programs are free and open to the public. Patrons do not need to pre-register to participate in this program. For more information, please call the library at 410-745-5877, or visit tcfl.org.
St. Michaels Library to Host Bay Hundred Chess
Wednesdays, December 11, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., the St. Michaels branch of the Talbot County Free Library invites patrons to come in to learn and play the strategic game of chess. Beginners are welcome.All library programs are free and open to the public. Patrons do not need to pre-register to participate in this program. For more information, please call the library at 410-745-5877, or visit tcfl.org.
Easton Library to Host Lunch & Learn: “Reflections on Botanical Art”
On Thursday, December 12, at noon., the Easton branch of the Talbot County Free Library will host a lunch and learn program entitled “Reflections on Botanical Art.”A fusion of art and science, botanical art has pleased and educated mankind for thousands of years. As part of their exhibit (on view in the Easton library December 4 – 31), Talbot County artists Lee D’Zmura and Anna Harding will discuss the origins of botanical art and its evolution into a beloved contemporary art form.
Painting by Anna Harding
Anna Harding is a master naturalist who turned botanical art as a way to document native species and educate the public about the beauty, magic, and importance of native plants. Her detailed images are rendered in graphite and colored pencil on paper and drafting film. Having studied under master artists, Harding now teaches at Adkins Arboretum. Her work focuses on capturing the beauty of the indigenous plants of both Maryland and New Mexico. This exhibit features her twelve month study of the collection at Adkins. Each month’s specimen is rendered in sensitive detail and rich color designed to draw the eye into the composition and stimulate curiosity and wonder, giving the viewer a deeper appreciation and understanding of heritage plants—from lowly fungi to stately paw paw trees. Harding, whose work is exhibited locally, is a member of the St Michaels Art League and the Working Artists Forum.
Lee D’Zmura is an award winning botanical artist whose work has been published in books, professional journals and magazines and exhibited throughout the country. She received a certificate of Botanical Art from the Brookside Gardens School of Botanical Art and has taught the subject at numerous venues. Her traditional botanical art is done in watercolor on paper and includes both native and exotic subjects: dandelions to orchids. In delicate detail her paintings tell the stories of the life cycles of plants while capturing their unique beauty. Working from live specimens, she documents her subject through sketches, color studies, botanical details, and photographs … before and after the flowers fade and fall. D’Zmura is a member of the American Botanical Art Society, both national and regional chapters, the St Michaels Art League, and the Working Artists Forum.
Painting by Lee D’Zmura
All library programs are free and open to the public. Patrons do not need to pre-register to attend this program. For more information, please call the library at 410-822-1626, or visit tcfl.org.
Easton Library to Offer Program on Therapeutic Horticulture
On Thursday, December 12, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., in the Easton branch of the Talbot County Free Library, Master Gardener Coordinator Mikaela Boley will demonstrate how one can increase health and happiness through the art of horticulture. This program will include hands-on activity. All library programs are free and open to the public, but patrons do need to pre-register to participate in this program. For more information, please call the library at 410-822-1626, or visit tcfl.org.
St. Michaels Library to Host Memoir Writers Program
On Thursday, December 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the St. Michaels branch of the Talbot County Free Library will host a memoir-writing program. Patrons are invited to come in and share their memories of life and family with a group of friendly, like-minded people. Participants are also invited to bring their lunch.All library programs are free and open to the public. Patrons do not need to pre-register to participate in this program. For more information, please call the library at 410-745-5877, or visit tcfl.org.
Children to Decorate Holiday Cookies at the Easton Library
On Friday, December 13, from 3:30 – 4:45 p.m., in the Easton branch of the Talbot County Free Library, children are invited to stop in and decorate cookies for the holidays! First come, first served!Fun for the whole family. All library programs are free and open to the public. Patrons do not need to pre-register to participate in this program. For more information, please call the library at 410-822-1626, or visit tcfl.org.
Easton Library to Host MY Tech Clinic—Free Hands-On Tech Help Just in Time for the Holidays!
On Saturday, December 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the Easton branch of the Talbot County Free Library invites patrons to come in and receive free help with technology ranging from (but not limited to) laptops, cell phones, setting up accounts, and Microsoft Office.
Do you have a question about your phone, tablet, computer, or printer? How to upload a picture on social media? How to do video chat? How to make reservations online? Set up an account online? Want to learn how to use Microsoft Office? Need to install a router? MY Tech Clinic will help you absolutely free of charge.
MY Tech Clinic was created by two tech enthusiasts who want to give back to the community. They will be providing monthly clinics at the Easton library. Individuals can come in with their devices and ask questions which pertain to technology or involve using technology.
All library programs are free and open to the public. Patrons do not need to pre-register to attend this program. For more information, please call the library at 410-822-1626, or visit tcfl.org.
The St. Michaels Library to Hold Its Annual Book Sale
The St. Michaels branch of the Talbot County Free Library will hold its annual book sale starting at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 14. Patrons are invited to come in and find some great bargains on books for the holidays. For more information, please call the library at 410-745-5877, or visit tcfl.org.
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