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Queen Anne's County Free Library
Upcoming Events & Programs |
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| Volunteers Wanted |
The Library is looking for a few (or more) good men (and women) to volunteer to help with programming and services. Some of the specific skills that are needed...
- Resume Writing and/or Job Search
- Device Advice (how to use all sorts of electronic devices)
- Adopt a Shelf (helping to keep a section of shelving neat and tidy)
- Computer Software Skills (especially Microsoft Office products)
- Any other skills that you have, that you are willing to share with others, via a library program or club.
If you are interested or would like more information call Peggy at the Kent Island Branch 410-643-8161 or Kim at the Centreville Branch 410-758-0980. |
| Chesapeake Explorer App Now Available | |
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Click on the Image to
Download the App |
Chesapeake Explorer is a FREE app from the National Park Service that helps you find and get to places where you can experience the Chesapeake region's beauty, history, heritage and relaxation firsthand. Find places nearby by activity, trail name, or type of site. Take a suggested tour, build your own tour, tag favorites, share photos of your visit or save places for visiting later.
Available for both Apple and Android.
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| 190 Digital Magazine Subscriptions Free | 
Full digital copies of your favorite magazines
View magazines on your computer or mobile device
Unlimited access to our entire collection of 190 popular titles
The exact same material you get in print plus exclusive features like video, audio and live links
Access with your iPad, iPhone, desktop and laptop computers
Watch for the link on our web page www.quan.lib.md.us
Brought to you in conjunction with the
Eastern Shore Regional Library |
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| Kent Island Branch Children's Events |
 Finger Rhyme Time Fridays, February 8 and 22 at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 6 months to 3 years with a caregiver
Finger plays, rhymes, music, puppets, and movement activities followed by finger painting with homemade finger paints. Dress for a fun mess! (Click on the picture to link to the paint recipe.)
Story Time
Thursdays, February 14 and 21 at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 2 to 5 years with a caregiver
Books, rhymes, songs, and movement activities followed by a craft. Read, sing, play, write, and talk about...
February 14 - Valentine's Day
February 21 - Boxes
Magic Candle Stories: Hearts
Monday, February 11 at 6:30 p.m.
For Kindergarten to 5th grade with caregiver
Meet in the children's room for 45 minutes of stories "by candlelight" and creative activities. This month we will be reading about hearts and making a craft with fleece.
Hearts in Art
Wednesday, February 13 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
For all ages (1/2 day for Queen Anne's County Public Schools)
Using recycled materials, make a piece of art with an optional "heart" theme to take home for yourself or your Valentine! Led by artist Glenn Shiring. Materials provided.
Read to Rover
Thursday, February 21 from 4:10 to 5:00 p.m.
For kindergarten to 5th grade
Read to a dog from Pets-on-Wheels. Please call 410-643-8161 to sign up for a time slot. Free. |
| Kent Island Branch Family Events | |
Art at Noon
Every Saturday from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
For ALL ages!
Use recycled materials to create a piece of art. Supplies provided.
Led by artist Glenn Shiring. Free!
No registration required.
LEGO Free Build
Saturday, February 16 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
For ages 4 and older
See what objects you can build with the library's LEGO collection. Fun for the whole family. |
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Kent Island Adult & Teen Events |
 Tuesday Nighters Book Club
Tuesday, February 12 at 7:00 p.m. Hunger Games trilogy by Suzanne Collins
Join the Tuesday Nighters Book Club as we discuss the
"Hunger Games" trilogy by Suzanne Collins.
Light refreshments will be provided. Questions? Call Kristin at 410-643-8161.
Non-Fiction Book Club
Thursday, February 21 at 2:00 p.m.
No Easy Day by Mark Owen and Kevin Maurer
Interested in learning the real story? Join Kent Island Branch's non-fiction book club. Questions? Call Kristin at 410-643-8161.
Austen & Abbey:
The Best of Britain Tea Party
Saturday,Febraury 23 at 3:00 p.m.
The Kent Island Branch will be hosting a tea party in celebration of two famous British imports: Jane Austen and Downton Abbey. In addition to fending off match-making mammas and sizing up the wealth of any and all eligible bachelors, tea party guests are invited to learn the popular card game "Whist". Costume and hats (from both the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries) are encouraged to get everyone in the spirit of the event, but not required. The program is free, but R.S.V.P.s are required to attend. To reserve your spot, please call The Kent Island Library at 410-643-8161.
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| Centreville Branch Children's Events | |
Valentine's Day Cards
Saturday, February 9 from 9 a.m. to noon
For all ages
Come to the library and make cards for Valentine's Day! Drop by the children's room for supplies and ideas and take your creation with you!
Valentine's Day Story Time
Thursday, February 14 at 7:00 p.m.
For babies through age 5 with a caregiver
Celebrate Valentine's Day with a special story time! Come and enjoy songs, stories and a craft! |
| Centreville Branch Adult & Teen Events |
 A Downton Abbey Tea PartySaturday, February 9 at 10:00 a.m.
Fans of the wildly popular Downton Abbey PBS series will gather for tea, dainty sandwiches & pastries, conversation, superlatives, and the opportunity to vie for the "Crawley Cup". Fancy dress encouraged, but not required. R.S.V.P. is requested to Erin at 410-758-0980.
Non-Fiction in the Afternoon
Tuesday, February 12 at 2 p.m.
Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin
Join us as we discuss the book that inspired the Oscar-buzzed film. Lincoln: Team of Rivals doesn't just tell the story of Abraham Lincoln: it is a multiple biography of the entire team of personal and political competitors that he put together to lead the country through its greatest crisis. In the book, Doris Kearns Goodwin, profiles five key players, four of whom contended for the 1860 Republican presidential nomination and all of whom later worked together in Lincoln's cabinet.
Pistols and Petitions:
Queen Anne's Slave Self-Emancipation in the 19th Century
Wednesday., February 20 from 12:10 to 12:50 p.m. - Something About Maryland Lunchtime Series - Bring a lunch to enjoy while you listen.
and Wednesday, February 27 at 7:00 p.m.
Guest presenters Tanner Sparks and Alex Champion of the Maryland State Archives will be bringing their Legacy of Slavery in Maryland research project to the Centreville Branch. Their presentation will be about the Queen Anne's County slaves who freed themselves (or attempted to) through freedom petitions or by taking up arms for the United States Colored Troops in the Civil War.
Book Discussion Group
Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 7 p.m.
Life of Pi by Yann Martel
After the sinking of a cargo ship, a solitary lifeboat remains bobbing on the wild blue Pacific. The only survivors from the wreck are a sixteen-year-old boy named Pi, a hyena, a wounded zebra, an orangutan -- and a 450 pound royal Bengal Tiger.
Something About Maryland: Lunchtime Series
Thursday, March 21 from 12:10 to 12:50 p.m.
Alpha: the Story of a Red Fox
Bring a lunch to enjoy while Jean Higgins presents her study and photography of Alpha and her kits. Jean has observed and recorded the life cycle of these foxes over a seven year period. You will gain a new understanding and appreciation of this beautiful native animal. Dessert will be provided by the Library. |
| Centreville Adult Events | 
How to Home Brew
Saturday, February 9 at 5 p.m.
Learn how YOU can be the Brewmaster
Join the Beer Whisperer, Brian Tyler, as he discusses the home brewing process and what it takes to brew beer at home. Brewers of all levels are invited. |
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Queen Anne's County Free Library
Centreville Branch - 121 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD 21617 - 410-758-0980
Kent Island Branch - 200 Library Circle, Stevensville, MD 21666 - 410-643-8161 | |
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