Children’s Programs
Easton
Afternoon Chess Academy
Tuesdays, September 4 & 18, 4:30 p.m. Learn and play chess. For ages 6 – 16. Snacks served. Limited space, please pre-register.
Music of Minecraft
Saturday, September 8, 2:00 p.m. The Front Porch Orchestra will play selections from Daniel Rosenfeld’s dreamy, minimalist Minecraft soundtrack—all of it arranged with a twist of bluegrass! Fun for the whole family!
Story Time
Tuesdays, September 11 – November 27 (excluding Nov. 20), 10:00 a.m. For ages 5 and under accompanied by an adult.
We are Makers
Wednesday, September 12, 4:00 p.m. Enjoy art and creativity. Drawing, painting and collage. For ages 6 -12. Limited space, please pre-register.
Read with Latte, a Certified Therapy Dog
Monday, September 17, 4:00 p.m. Bring a book or choose a library book and read with Janet Dickey and her dog, Latte. For children 5 and older.
Frederick Douglass Day
Saturday, September 22, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The library joins with the Frederick Douglass Honor Society and other local organizations to sponsor this annual celebration of Talbot County’s most famous native son. Speakers, a parade, food vendors, free music, and more!
Sensitive Story Time
Wednesday, September 26, 10:30 a.m. For sensitive children, 5 and under, who prefer a calm, comfortable, quiet environment with few distractions. One caregiver per child is required. If you plan to attend, please contact Laura Powell at 410-822-1626 or [email protected].
We are Builders
Wednesday, Sept. 26, 4:00 p.m. Enjoy STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). Build with LEGOS and Zoobs. For ages 6 – 12.
St. Michaels
Maker Space
Wednesday, September 5, 3:30 p.m. Design and create using Legos and Zoobs.
Family Crafts
Tuesday, September 11, 3:30 p.m.: Decorate Back-to-School Folders
Story Time
Wednesdays, September 12 & 26, 10:30 a.m. For children 5 and under accompanied by an adult.
Book Arts for Teens & Adults
Explore the process of creating a personal journal/book.
Monday, September 17, 3:30 p.m.: Fold and Cut Book
Family Unplugged Games
Thursday, September 20, 3:30 p.m. Bring the whole family to the library for an afternoon of board games and fun educational children’s games. For all ages (children 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult).
Teen & Adult Programs
Easton
Afternoon Chess Academy
Tuesdays, September 4 & 18, 4:30 p.m. Learn and play chess. For ages 6 – 16. Snacks served. Limited space, please pre-register.
Urban Gardening
Thursday, September 6, 5:30 p.m. Want to grow more of your own food, but feeling restricted by space? Talbot County Master Gardeners Missy Corley and Neoma Rohman talk about their experiences as urban gardeners farming in downtown Easton.
The Music of Minecraft with the Front Porch Orchestra
Saturday, September 8, 2:00 p.m. The Front Porch Orchestra will play selections from Daniel Rosenfeld’s dreamy, minimalist Minecraft soundtrack, arranged with a twist of bluegrass!
Stitching Time
Monday, September 10, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Work on your favorite project with a group. Limited instruction provided for beginners. Newcomers are welcome!
The Spanish Club
Mondays, September 10 & 24, October 1, 22, & 29, November 5 & 26, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. This program is designed for low/medium Spanish language adult beginners, or those who want to refresh Spanish skills acquired in the past. Class size is limited to 15. Pre-registration is required. Students who attend 80% of the classes will receive a Certificate of Completion.
One Maryland One Book Discussion: Bloodsworth
Monday, September 10, 6:30 p.m. “Library Guy” Bill Peak hosts a discussion of this year’s One Maryland One Book, Bloodsworth by Tim Junkin.
Ask a Master Gardener
Thursdays, September 13 & 27, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. You have gardening questions, we have the very best gardening answers!
Tradition, Speed and Grace: Chesapeake Bay Sailing Log Canoes by John C. North II
Thursday, September 13, 6:30 p.m. Pete Lesher of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum discusses Judge John C. North II’s new book on the joys and thrills of log canoe racing.
Easton Library Book Group Discussion: Bloodsworth by Tim Junkin
Monday, September 17, 6:30 p.m. The Easton library book group discusses this year’s One Maryland One Book, Bloodsworth by Tim Junkin.
Lunch & Learn: Chair Exercises To Do while Watching TV
Thursday, September 20, noon. Physical therapist assistant Shelby Vincent shows you how easy it is to incorporate exercise into your daily routine.
Fighting Fraud and Identity Theft
Monday, September 24, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Join the staff of Shore United Bank and the Talbot County Free Library to learn tips on how to prevent identity theft and protect your privacy.
St. Michaels
Arts & Crafts
Thursday, September 6, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Free instruction for knitting, beading, needlework and tatting. Bring your coloring books, Zentangle pens or anything else that fuels your passion for being creative. You may also bring a lunch.
Bay Hundred Chess
Wednesdays, September 12 & 26, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Learn and play the strategic game of chess. Beginners welcome.
One Maryland One Book Discussion: Bloodsworth
Thursday, September 13, 3:00 p.m. “Library Guy” Bill Peak hosts a discussion of this year’s One Maryland One Book, Bloodsworth by Tim Junkin.
Saturday Speaker Series: Fake News & How to Spot It
Saturday, September 15, 2:00 p.m. Ryan O’Grady of the Enoch Pratt Free Library provides you with strategies for evaluating information sources and spotting fake news.
St. Michaels Library Book Group Discussion: Bloodsworth by Tim Junkin
Wednesday, September 19, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday Movie @ Noon
September 25: Call the library at 410-745-5877 to find out the title of the film (which we cannot name here due to licensing requirements).
Contact: Bill Peak, telephone: 410-822-1626
Note: All library programs are free and open to the public. Unless otherwise noted below, patrons do not need to pre-register to participate in these programs.
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