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May 2012
Library News and Events
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We hope to see you at these upcoming Community Events!
Go Wild About Reading Salisbury Zoo, May 3; 6 - 7:30 pm Salisbury Zoo and Eastern Shore Reading Council have partnered with professors from Salisbury University, and Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset libraries to offer a FREE fun night where children will learn about zoo animals through literacy activities. * Event is rain or shine.
* Activities will be offered for preschool (3-4 year olds), primary students (K-2nd), & intermediate students (3rd-5th).
*This is a great way to Avoid the Summer Reading Setback and get information on Summer Reading programs from local libraries.
Somerset Strawberry Festival** Marion; Saturday, May 12
Princess Anne Street Fest**
Saturday, May 12
**Sneaks the Cat will be making a special appearance...Summer Reading t-shirts will be available for purchase!
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May Program Listings
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Maryland and The War of 1812
2012 marks the bicentennial of the most forgotten war in America's history, the War of 1812. Also know as the Second War for American Independence, Jeff Korman, of the State Library Resource Center, talks about Maryland's role in the War of 1812.
Tuesday, May 1 at 11 am * Crisfield Library
Tuesday, May 1 at 3 pm * Princess Anne Library
The Top 20 Feeder Birds in the Mid-Atlantic Region
Discover the top 20 birds that visit feeders based on data collected by Cornell Lab of Ornithology's Project Feeder Watch. You will learn about identification, distribution, and the food preferences of these 20 birds.
Thursday, May 17 at 2 pm * Princess Anne Library
Pine Needle Basket Making
Learn the technique of making pine needle baskets for your home or to give as gifts. Local pine needles are used to create fragrant and lovely pieces of art. Native American artist, Dawn Manyfeathers will instruct this class. Please call the Princess Anne Library to register at 410-651-0853.
Monday, May 21 at 1 pm * Princess Anne Library
An Exploration of Decoy History
Whether used as hunting tools, examined as historical artifacts, or admired as works of art, decoys are inseparable from their historical context. This lecture presents some of the many wildfowl carving traditions from around the world.
Thursday, May 24 at 2 pm * Crisfield Library
Basic Drawing Techniques
Learn to draw with artist John Iampieri at he teaches the basic techniques you need to know to create your masterpiece. This program is for all ages and all aspiring artists! Registration requested, please call 410-651-0852.
Wednesday, May 30 at 4 pm * Princess Anne Library |
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Family, Children, and Teen Programs
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Saturday Story Time-"Animals Everywhere"
Stories, songs, games, craft, and fun! For all ages, accompanied by a parent/caregiver.
Sat., May 5 from 2 - 3 pm * Crisfield Library
Sat., May 5 from 2 - 3 pm * Princess Anne Library
Family Night @ the Library - "Plant a Garden" Stories, songs, games, craft, and fun! For all ages, accompanied by a parent/caregiver. Mon., May 14, 5:30 - 6:30 * Princess Anne Library Tues., May 15, 5:30 - 6:30 pm * Crisfield Library
Family Movie MatineeSat., May 19, 2 pm * Crisfield Library Sat., May 19, 2 pm * Princess Anne Library
Family Board Games Sat., May 26, 2 pm * Crisfield Library
Sat., May 26, 2 pm * Princess Anne Library
Teen - YA Movie (rated PG-13) Sat., May 5, 2 pm * Princess Anne Library
Teen - Lego Creations! Friday, May 11, 3 - 5 pm * Crisfield Library
Friday, May 11, 3 - 5 pm * Princess Anne Library
Wii Gaming
Friday, May 25, 3:30 pm * Crisfield Library
Friday, May 25, 3:30 pm * Princess Anne Library
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Hours of Operation
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Princess Anne Library11767 Beechwood St.
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0852
Mon. - Th. 10 am - 7 pm Fri. - Sat. 10 am - 5 pm Sunday - Closed Corbin Memorial Library
4 E. Main Street
Crisfield, MD 21817
(410) 968-0955
Mon. - Th. 11 am - 7 pm Friday 11 am - 5 pm Saturday 10 am - 5 pm Sunday - Closed Ewell Library,Smith Island
20910 Caleb Jones Rd.
Ewell, MD 21824
(410) 425-5141
Monday - Closed Tues. - 1-4 pm / 6-9 pm Wednesday - 6 - 9 pm Thursday - 1 - 4 pm Friday - 6 - 7 pm Sat - Sun. - Closed
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Coming in June...
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Dream Big, Read! |
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