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Queen Anne's County Free Library
Upcoming Events & Programs |
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User Survey
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We need your input!
Please take a minute to complete the Library's User Survey by clicking on the image to the right.
The survey can also be found on our web site
and paper copies are available at the circulation desks of both branches.
Your opinion is important to us!
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Pet Food Drive | |
- Donate pet food for local shelters
- QAC Animal Services, ARF and Chesapeake Cats and Dogs
- Dog/Cat, Wet/Dry and Treats
- Drop off at either Library Branch
- Accepted during regular business hours
- Through the month of April
- Please no open or expired food
Please support this wonderful cause that is near and dear to the Library staff who currently owns 20 rescued dogs, 28 rescued cats and 15 rescued rats. The number of rescued pets we have owned in our lifetimes is far, far greater. These animals have enriched our lives in so many ways. Join us on facebook this month, for Happy Tales, stories of rescued pets that have become our valued family members. |
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Carpeting Complete!
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Kent Island Branch Children's Events | |
Story Time
Thursdays, April 25 at 10:15 and 11:00 a.m.
(Please note new times!)
For ages 2 to 5 years with an adult
Books, rhymes, songs, and movement activities followed by a craft.
Read, sing, play, write, and talk about a different theme each week.
Mother Goose on the Loose
Fridays, April 19 at 9:45 and 11:00 a.m.
For ages 3 months to 36 months with an adult
Nursery rhymes, songs, movement, puppets, and story followed by playtime.
Wiggle Giggle Story Time
Tuesdays, April 23 at 10:30 a.m.
For babies to age 5 with an adult
A high-energy story time filled with movement and music for children of varying developmental abilities. Play time follows the stories. Judy Steele from the Infants and Toddlers Early Intervention Program will be in attendance to answer questions and offer support.
The Old Man and the Bay presented by New Moon Theater
Wednesday, April 24 at 10:30 a.m.
For 2nd through 6th grade
Explore the history of the Chesapeake Bay with explorers, pirates, settlers, and watermen, told in tale and song. Included are tales of the privations of 17th century settlers, the dangers of shipwrecks, and how real pirates and privateers started their adventures in the Chesapeake Bay. Great moments in American history are also featured, such as the burning of the Peggy Stewart in Annapolis harbor, the bombing of Ft. McHenry and the famous battle of the Civil War ironclads, the Merrimac and the Monitor. Singer and actor Tom Zielinski spins the tales, interspersed with sea chantey sing-a-longs, keeping audiences actively engaged in history. |
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Kent Island Branch Everyone Events
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Art at Noon
Every Saturday from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
For ALL ages!
Practice creative expression while making your own piece of mixed media art using recycled materials. Themes and materials vary weekly. Bring the whole family! Free!
Led by artist Glenn Shiring
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Kent Island Adult & Teen Events |
Mystery Talks! Book Club
Monday, April 29 at 7:00 p.m.
Book Discussion
Do you want to talk about mysteries and crime fiction with other like-minded folks? Then consider joining Mystery Talks! at the Kent Island Branch. This month we will be discussing The Gods of Gotham by Lindsay Faye. Questions? Contact David by e-mail at dmagayna@atlanticbb.net or by phone at (H)443-249-3548 or (M)443-831-1751.
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
Tuesday, May 14 at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday Nighters Book Club
Join the Tuesday Nighters Book Club as we discuss The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. Light refreshments will be provided. Questions? Call 410-643-8161.
A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson
Thursday, May 23 at 2:00 p.m.
The Real Story Non-Fiction Book Club
This month we will be discussing A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson. Light refreshments will be provided. Questions? Call 410-643-8161. |
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Kent Island Adult Events
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Adult Writer's Group
Saturday, April 20 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Join fellow local writers at these monthly creative writing workshops featuring your choice of poetry, short fiction, and creative non-fiction.
Questions? Call 410-643-8161
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Centreville Branch Children's Events | |
Mother Goose on the Loose
Tuesdays, April 23 and May 7 at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 3 months to 36 months with a caregiver
30 minutes of nursery rhymes, songs, books, movement, puppets, and musical instruments to help develop early literacy skills for young children.
The Old Man and the Bay presented by
New Moon Theater
Wednesday, April 24 at 2:30 p.m.
For 2nd through 6th grade
Explore the history of the Chesapeake Bay told in tale and song. Singer and actor, Tom Zielinski, spins the tales, interspersed with sea chantey sing-a-longs, keeping the audience engaged in history!
Story Time
Wednesdays, April 24 and May 8 at 10:30 a.m.
For babies through age 5 with a caregiver
Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement followed by a craft.
Garden Affair Story Times
Saturday, May 4 at 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
All ages welcome!
The Master Gardener's will be celebrating spring with their all day "Garden Affair" on the grounds of the Library and Wright's Chance. Take a break from enjoying the outdoor events, and come in to join us for stories, rhymes, and songs that celebrate gardens and spring!
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Centreville Branch Teen Events
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Book to Movie Club
Friday, April 26 - Book Discussion 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. - Movie 4:50 to 7:30 p.m.
For ages 13 thru 18
Don't sit at home on a Friday night - join us for the first "Book to Movie Book Club" featuring The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Come and discuss the book and then watch the movie. Bring a friend. Refreshments will be provided.
Teen Advisory Board
Wednesday, May 15 from 5:15 to 6:00 p.m.
For ages 13 thru 18
The Library wants your input! Suggest books and help plan programs! To find out more attend the meeting. Refreshments will be provided.
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Centreville Branch PET-A-PALOOZA | 
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Centreville Branch Adult & Teen Events |
Lyme Disease: How to Prevent, Recognize and Treat
Tuesday, April 23 from 12:10 to 12:50 p.m.
Something About Maryland Lunchtime Series
Spring is here and so are the deer ticks. Pack a lunch to join us and hear Joyce Levy of the Queen Anne's County Health Department talk about the newest information on Lyme disease: how you can protect yourself from being bitten; how to recognize the signs and symptoms; and what are the newest treatment options. Dessert will be provided by the Library.
End of Your Life Book Club by Will Schwalbe
Thursday, April 25 at 7:00 p.m.
Book Discussion Group
This is the inspiring true story of a son and his mother, who start a "book club" that brings them together as his life comes to a close. Throughout, they are constantly reminded of the power of books to comfort us, astonish us, teach us, and tell us what we need to do with our lives and in the world. Reading isn't the opposite of doing; it's the opposite of dying.
Alpha: the Story of a Red Fox
Thursday, May 9 from 12:10 to 12:50 p.m.
Something About Maryland Lunchtime Series
Bring a lunch to eat while listening to Jean Higgins, artist, photographer, and potter present her study and photography of Alpha and her kits. You will gain a new understanding and appreciation of this beautiful native animal.
Tips to Learning Bird Songs
Tuesday, May 21 from 12:10 to 12:50 p.m.
Something About Maryland Lunchtime Series
You are out enjoying nature and you see the birds hopping and flying and you hear the birds singing. But wait! What bird is singing that song? You know what many birds look like, but those tweets and whistles and squawks are just too hard to learn...or are they?
Jim Wilson will provide tips on how to sort out and learn the songs of some of the birds that are in the Centreville area. He will go over some of the tools available to help you learn bird songs in the comfort of your home. For those interested, Jim will lead a follow-up bird walk on Saturday morning, May 25, at an early hour to take advantage of the Dawn Chorus. Comments, special requests and questions can be e-mailed to Jim Wilson at wlsngang@verizon.net or call him at 410-758-3717. |
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Centreville Branch Adult Events |  Free Introduction to Computer Classes Tuesday, April 23 - Intro to Excel Thursday, April 25 - More Excel
All Classes are from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Sign Up Now! Space is limited. To register or if you have questions call 410-758-0980 |
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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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