November 2012
"The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library."

Albert Einstein
Library News
Bus Trip: Sight and Sound Millennium Theater & Hershey Farms Restaurant in Lancaster - Thursday, November 8 
Enjoy a performance of Jonah at the Sight and Sound Theater and then enjoy a Pennsylvania Dutch meal at the Hershey Farms Restaurant.  The show features brilliant stage performances, larger-than-life sets, and impressive special effects.  Buses will leave from behind the Post Office in Snow Hill at 7:30 am and from the Ocean Pines Library at 8:00 am.  Buses will stop at teh Delaware House going to and returning from Lancaster.  To reserve your spot, call 410-632-3970.  Ticket price, including show and dinner, is $110.00.
 
Journey Stories: A Museum on Main Street Exhibit 

The Mosely Gallery at UMES will be hosting "Journey Stories," a traveling Smithsonian exhibit from October 18 - November 30.  The exhibit includes accounts of immigrants coming to America, stories of families moving across the country in search of their own homestead or employment, and the harrowing journeys of Africans and Native Americans forced to move.  Related programming at the library is also planned - details below. 

Upcoming Programs  

Papercrafts for Teens & Adults

The library will provide the supplies - you provide the talent! Learn how to make a colorful & simple project using just paper and glue.

Friday, November 2; 3 pm * Princess Anne Library

 

Holiday Cooking Demonstration with Chef Dahl

Chef Derek Dahl of The Palette Restaurant will demonstrate how to cook a fabulous holiday meal for your friends and family.

Monday, November 5; 2 pm * Crisfield Library

 

Everything Bluebird

Think Spring! Birdwatcher Janice Ward discusses the lovely bluebird with tips for attracting them to your yard.

Wednesday, November 7; 4 pm * Crisfield Library

 

Journey Stories - Book Discussion: The Alchemist

One of the most widely read books in the world, The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho follows the story of a young shepherd on his journey to Egypt. This program is a companion to the Smithsonian exhibit being displayed at the Mosely Gallery at UMES.

Thursday, November 8, 4 pm * Crisfield Library

 

Bus Trip: Sight and Sound Millennium Theater & Hershey Farms Restaurant in Lancaster

Enjoy a performance of Jonah at the Sight and Sound Theater and then enjoy a Pennsylvania Dutch meal at the Hershey Farms Restaurant. The show features brilliant stage performances, live animals, larger-than-life sets, and impressive special effects! Buses will leave from behind the Post Office in Snow Hill at 7:30 am and from the Ocean Pines Library at 8:00 am. Buses will stop at the Delaware House going to and returning from Lancaster. To reserve your spot please call 410-632-3970, spots fill up quickly.

Ticket prices including show and dinner are $110.00

Thursday, November 8

 

Literary Film Series: The Shootist

See John Wayne's last (and one of his best) performances.

Tuesday, November 13; 1 pm * Princess Anne Library

 

Decoy Carving Demonstration

A resident carver of the Ward Museum demonstrates the skill and art of decoy carving.

Tuesday, November 13; 4 pm * Princess Anne Library

 

Journey Stories - Book Discussion: The Alchemist

One of the most widely read books in the world, The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho follows the story of a young shepherd on his journey to Egypt. This program is a companion to the Smithsonian exhibit being displayed at the Mosely Gallery at UMES.

Wednesday, November 21, 2 pm * Princess Anne Library

 

Amelia Earhart: Dreams Take Flight . . . A Living History Presentation

Actress Mary Ann Jung portrays Amelia Earhart as she re-enacts her life and the events which lead up to Amelia being known as a legend of our time.

Thursday, November 29; 1 pm * Princess Anne Library

Family, Children, & Teen Programs 

Story Time

Storybooks, finger plays, songs and fun for preschool children - free, no registration required.  

Princess Anne Library:

Tuesdays, November 6, 13, 20, 27; 11:15-11:45 am  

Crisfield Library:

Thursdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 11:15 - 11:45 am  

  

Saturday Story Time 

"Turkey & Indian Corn"

 Princess Anne Library:

November 3, 2 - 3 pm

Crisfield Library:

November 10, 2 - 3 pm 

 

Family Night @ the Library

"Let's Eat!"

Princess Anne Library:

Monday, November 19; 5:30 - 6:30 pm  

Crisfield Library:

Tuesday, November 20; 5:30 - 6: 30 pm 

 

Family Movie Matinee

Join us at either the Crisfield or Princess Anne library branch for a family-friendly movie on the third Saturday of each month at 2 pm. Pillows, blankets encouraged & light refreshments provided.

 

Family Board Games

Bring your family to the library to play a classic board game or to try out a new one, fourth Saturday of each month at 2 pm.

 

Teen Programs

Princess Anne Library:

Board Games - November 10, 3:30 pm 

Journaling Workshop - November 26, 3 pm                   

Crisfield Library:

Wii Gaming - November 16, 3:30 pm

YA Movie (may be rated PG-13) - November 3, 2 pm
Hours of Operation

Princess Anne Library
11767 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

Coming in December:
Christmas Around the World 
Join us for a fun and educational program as we learn the traditions of Christmas from other countries around the world.   

Tues., Dec. 11, 4 pm; Princess Anne Library
Mon., Dec. 17, 4 pm;
Crisfield Library