June 27,  2014
   



  Celebrate July 4th with Fireworks Around the Area!

Centreville
Across from QAC High School
Saturday, June 28 at dusk

Rock Hall Harbor
Thursday, July 3 at dusk

Chestertown
Chester River
Friday, July 4 at dusk

Annapolis Harbor
Friday, July 4th at 9:15 p.m.
Quick Jump
Friends
Highlighting a Community Partner
KI Children Events
KI Teen Events
KI Adult & Teen Events
CEN Children's Events
CEN Teen Events
CEN Adult & Teen Events
What Staff Are Reading
Did you know...
Branches
Quick Links
  
Library Friends

The Friends library cards and book totes have arrived!

Join the Friends at the Member level and receive a Friends library card. Join the Friends at the Supporter level and receive the Friends library card and Friends book bag. Friends flyers are available at both circulation desks
 
For more information on the Friends and how to join the fun, visit their web page.
 Like us on Facebook here!
Highlighting a Community Partner
Thursdays in the Park 
 
Your Free Ticket to Great Entertainment begins at 7 p.m.

July 10 - Chesapeake Bay Community Band - A Night of Patriotic Music
Centreville Court House Square, Centreville

July 24 - 21 Horses - Be Ready to Dance with this Energetic Country Show
Kent Island Yacht Club, Chester

August 7 - Milkshake - This Band will Rock the Whole Family
Chesapeake Heritage and Visitors Center, Kent Narrows, Chester

August 21 - Bobby and the Believers - A long time Maryland favorite performing a range of hits, party, top 40 and dance music.
Matapeake Club House, Stevensville

Concerts are free, open to the public and held rain or shine. Call the Arts Council at 410-758-2520 in the event of extreme weather conditions or alerts.
Bring a blanket or chairs: picnicking is encouraged. 
 Kent Island Branch Children's Events

Get ready for a Fizz Boom Read Summer!
 

Please see our Fizz Boom Read Summer Reading Program Guide for a complete listing of children's events from June 16-July 31 at both branches of Queen Anne's County Library!


Programs for All Ages
 
Rainbow Loom Meetup
Wednesday, July 2 at 2:30 p.m.
All ages!
Grab your Rainbow Loom, rubber bands, hooks, picks and bring some friends! Haven't tried Rainbow Loom yet? Too young to make your own? Some basic supplies will be available and older kids can create custom designs for younger children.
 
The Juggling Hoffmans
Monday, July 7 at 6:30 p.m.
All ages!
You'll be amazed by the tricks and amused by the antics in a smile-a-long, laugh-a-long interactive good time that introduces the science behind juggling.
 
 
Programs for Children Birth to 6

How many can fit under the chute?
 
Story Time
Thursdays, July 3 - 17 at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 2 to 5 with a parent or caregiver
Stories, songs, rhymes and movement followed by a craft. Sing, write, play, talk and read about a different theme every week.

Mother Goose on the Loose
Fridays, June 27 - July 11, 18 & 25 at 10:00 a.m.
For ages 3 to 36 months with a parent or caregiver
Nursery rhymes, songs, movement, puppets and story followed by playtime.


 
Science experiment fun! 
Programs for PreK & Primary Grade Children

Stories and Science  Wednesday, July 28 at 10:30 a.m. 
For ages 4 to 8
We'll tell purquoi stories and then do science experiments to find out why stuff really happens. It will be folk-science-tastic! Led by Rachael Stein of the Eastern Shore Regional Library.

Dog Days Pet Care 
Wednesday, July 30 at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 2 to 7 
Learn about pet care and dog breeds. Enjoy a dog agility demonstration. Presented by QAC 4-H. 
 
 
Programs for School Aged Children

Read to Rover
Tuesday, July 8, 22 & 29 at 4:30 p.m.
Fridays, June 27 and July 11 & 25 at 11:00 a.m.
For Kdg - 5th grade
Read to a dog from Pets on Wheels to develop reading skills and confidence.  See that smiling girl? She practiced her reading skills and earned a plush dog through our Read to Rover program. That's a good reason to smile!  Please call 410-643-8161 to reserve your time slot or if you have questions.

Lunch on the Library Lawn
Fridays, June 27 and July 11 & 18 at noon
For ages 7 - 11
Pack your lunch and bring something to sit on and enjoy book talks and chapter books read aloud. In case of bad weather, we will read in the meeting room.   
 
LEGO Mania: Catapults
Saturday, June 28 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
For ages 4 - 14
Drop in to use the library's LEGO collection to design a catapult and launch pom-poms around the library. A brief catapult tutorial will be provided or make your own design.

Fear, Friend or Foe: Baltimore Zoo ZooMobile
Tuesday, July 1 at 10:30 a.m.
For grades K-6
Are you afraid of creatures that crawl, creep or slither? Should you be? Meet some animals that may turn your fear to fascination and learn all about them! Limit 100 attendees.

Ms. Colleen's Science Club
Mondays, July 7, 14, 21 & 28 at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. (full)
For grades 1 to 5
Science experiments and hands-on activities led by AACPS special education teacher Colleen Sedora. Themes will vary weekly. Please call 410-643-8161 for more details and to register for each session.

Clipmobile Racers
Wednesday, July 2 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
For ages 8 to 12
From QAC 4-H's Junkdrawer Robotics series: visit our "junk store" with play money to design, build and test your own clipmobile racer.

Touch Down Challenge
Wednesday, July 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
For ages 8 to 12
From QAC 4-H's Junkdrawer Robotics series: learn about aerodynamics and build a lunar lander that will safely bring your astronauts back to earth.

Cooking for Kids: Easy No-Heat Recipes for Kids and Parents 
Tuesday, July 2 at 10:30 a.m. 
For ages 6 to 16 
Rob Glass a KIHS teacher is presenting two ingredient Nutella Ice Cream program.  Join us to learn how you can make
this yummy recipe.  All you need is a blender. Please register by calling 410-758-8161.    

Program for Tweens
Milk in Motion
Monday, June 30 at 2:30 p.m.
For ages 10 - 14
Conduct science experiments with cream and milk, including tie-dyed milk and ice cream in a bag. Learn about chemical bonds and fat percentages while observing reactions. Presented by QAC 4-H.

Chibi Drawings with Hanna Kingsley
Thursday, July 17 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
For ages 10 to 18
Interested in creating your very own chibi character? Artist and Japanese culture enthusiast Hanna Kinglsey will lead participants through the process of character creation from initial drafts to the final inking with an exploration of color techniques along the way. Registration is requested, but walk-ins are welcome if space permits. Please register by calling 410-643-8161.

  

 
Kent Island Branch Teen Events


LEGO Mania: Catapults
Saturday, June 28 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
For ages 4 to 14
Drop in to use the library's LEGO collection to design a catapult and launch pom-poms around the library. A brief catapult tutorial will be provided or make your own design.
 
Milk in Motion
Monday, June 30 at 2:30 p.m.
For ages 10 - 14
Conduct science experiments with cream and milk, including tie-dyed milk and ice cream in a bag. Learn about chemical bonds and fat percentages while observing reactions. Presented by QAC 4-H.
 
Teen Writers
Mondays, June 30 and July 14 & 28 at 6:00 p.m.
For grades 6 to 12
If you love to write and want to be inspired and encouraged by other writers, please join our group! Free writing and guided prompts develop imaginations, characters, setting, imagery and plot in your choice of fiction, poetry and creative essays. 
 
Rainbow Loom Meetup
Wednesday, July 2 at 2:30 p.m.
All ages!
Grab your Rainbow Loom, rubber bands, hooks, picks and bring some friends! Haven't tried Rainbow Loom yet? Too young to make your own? Some basic supplies will be available and older kids can create custom designs for younger children.

Chibi Drawings with Hanna Kingsley
Thursday, July 17 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
For ages 10 to 18
Interested in creating your very own chibi character? Artist and Japanese culture enthusiast Hanna Kinglsey will lead participants through the process of character creation from initial drafts to the final inking with an exploration of color techniques along the way. Registration is requested, but walk-ins are welcome if space permits. Please register by calling 410-643-8161.
Kent Island Branch Adult & Teen Events

Tuesday Nighter's Book Club 
Tuesday, July 8 at 7:00 p.m. Join the Tuesday Nighters Book Club as we discuss "The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion" by Fanny Flagg. Light refreshments will be provided. Call 410-643-8161 with any questions.

Code Name Verity
Thursday, July 24 at 2:00 p.m.
For ages 13 to Adult
A captured female spy writes a confession of her deeds for a Nazi interrogator in "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein, this month's Afternoon Book Club selection. Or does she? Come and discuss your thoughts with us about this historical fiction thriller. Light refreshments will be provided.
 
Computer & e-Reader/Tablet Assistance

Do you have questions about a Microsoft Office product? Do you need to set up an email account, but don't know how? Or maybe you have questions about how to download a library book to your e-Reader. We can help answer your computer and e-Reader questions at the Kent Island Branch. Just call 410-643-8161 to set up an appointment today.
Centreville Branch Children's Events 

Get ready for a Fizz Boom Read Summer!

Please see our Fizz Boom Read Summer Reading Program Guide for a complete listing of children's events from June 16-July 31 at both branches

of Queen Anne's County Library!


A Program for All Ages!
Crafternoon
Monday, June 30 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, July 15 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.
All ages!
Come to the library for an afternoon of crafting and art fun. A variety of projects and supplies will be provided. Drop by for part of the program or stay the whole time!

The Juggling Hoffmans
Monday, July 7 at 2:30 p.m.
All ages!
You'll be amazed by the tricks and amused by the antics in a smile-a-long, laugh-a-long interactive good time that introduces the science behind juggling.

Programs for Children Birth to 5
Author/Illustrator Janet Stoeke reads from her book "Minerva Louise" 
 
Mother Goose on the Loose
Tuesdays, July 1 to 29 at 10:30 a.m.For ages 3 to 36 months with a parent or caregiver
Nursery rhymes, songs, movement, puppets and story followed by playtime.

Story Time
Wednesdays, July 2 to 30 at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 2 to 5 with a parent or caregiver
Stories, songs, rhymes and movement followed by a craft. Sing, write, play, talk and read about a different theme every week.  

Toddler Dance Party
Friday June 27 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
For ages 2 to 5 with a parent or caregiver
Come and get your wiggles and giggles out at the Toddler Dance Party. Listen to a dance themed story time and ten have fun dancing to music with scarves!

Preschool Science
Monday, July 7 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. - Colors
Monday, July 21 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. - Gravity
For ages 3 to 5
Come to the library for hands on science! Each week focuses on a different topic. Read a book and then do experiments! Registration required for each session.

Programs for PreK & Primary Grade Children

Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Thursday, July 10 - drop off from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday, July 11 - pick up from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For ages 2 to 8
Drop you stuffed animal off at the library for a sleepover! While you're sleeping, your stuffed animal will have a fun time at the library! Pick your stuffed animal up the next day and see all the fun they had!

Fancy Nancy Tea Party
Friday, July 18 at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
For ages 4 to 8
Come and have a tea party in celebration of Fancy Nancy. Dress in your most splendiferous outfit and enjoy a book, craft and of course a tea party! Registration required.

Sing Along with Mr. Sam
Monday, July 28 at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 3 to 7
Musician/librarian digs into sing-alongs that will make you dance.

Programs for School Aged Children

 Fear, Friend or Foe: Baltimore Zoo ZooMobile
Tuesday, July 1 at 2:30 p.m.
For grades K-6
Are you afraid of creatures that crawl, creep or slither? Should you be? Meet some animals that may turn your fear to fascination and learn all about them! Limit 100 attendees. 

Fizz, Boom, Read Obstacle Course & Team Trivia
Thursday, July 24 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
For ages 7 to 11
Brain teasers, relays, water activities and physical challenges. Please register by calling 410-643-8161.

A Program for Tweens

Chibi Drawings with Hanna Kingsley
Monday, July 21 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
For ages 10 to 18
Interested in creating your very own chibi character? Artist and Japanese culture enthusiast Hanna Kinglsey will lead participants through the process of character creation from initial drafts to the final inking with an exploration of color techniques along the way. Registration is requested, but walk-ins are welcome if space permits. Please register by calling 410-758-0980. 
Centreville Branch Teen Events
Teen Advisory Board
Tuesday, July 8 at 5:00 p.m.
For ages 13 to 18
Want to be more involved in the library? Then come to the Teen Advisory Board. Help choose books, plan programs, work on projects and discuss your latest read!

Breakfast of Books for Teens
Saturday, June 28 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
For ages 11 to 18
Come to the library for some breakfast goodies and the first look at our newest teen books! Don't forget to bring your library card and your friends!

Book to Movie
Friday, July 11 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
For ages 13 to 18
Come to the library to watch a movie on our big screen. We will have voting throughout the summer to pick the movie.
Check back in early July to see what movie teens chose! Snacks provided.

Chibi Drawings with Hanna Kingsley
Monday, July 21 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
For ages 10 to 18
Interested in creating your very own chibi character? Artist and Japanese culture enthusiast Hanna Kinglsey will lead participants through the process of character creation from initial drafts to the final inking with an exploration of color techniques along the way. Registration is requested, but walk-ins are welcome if space permits. Please register by calling 410-758-0980.

Chocolate Party
Tuesday, July 22 at 3:00 p.m.
For ages 11 to 18
Think you're an expert in chocolate or can't get enough of it? Then come to the Chocolate Party at the library and play games like "guess that chocolate bar" or "how many kisses in a jar".

 

Centreville Branch Adult & Teen Events

 

Stories and Remembrances of Centreville's Past with Dan Tabler

Wednesdays, July 16 and August 6 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

All ages welcome!

Enjoy a summer evening on the front porch of the library sipping lemonade, eating cookies and listening to Dan Tabler tell stories of life in Centreville and Queen Anne's County from days gone by.  Bring your memories and pictures to share!

 

Life Insurance and You

Saturday, June 28 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Join guest speaker Scott Butler for this FREE Life Insurance 101 Workshop. Who needs life insurance? What are the types of life insurance? How can life insurance be used? How do I file a claim? Presented by SOFA - The Society for Financial Awareness.

R.S.V.P. to 410-758-0980 or info@qaclibrary.org

 

Creative Fiction Writers with Peggy Jaegly

July 3 & 24, Aug. 7 & 28, Sept. 4 & 25, Oct. 2 & 23, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. 

Creative Fiction Writers is an independent and non-competing group for both beginner and advance writers who are serious about learning and improving their craft of creative writing.

Members will learn how to provide and receive helpful critiques and explore various avenues to publish and market their work. Meetings may open with a discussion focusing on one aspect of writing, publishing or marketing to be followed by a voluntary critique session. Writers choosing to participate in the critique session may read no more than 10 pages of double-spaced in 12 point font (manuscript format) of their current writing project to receive a critique from those attending. Writers offering critique must first read and agree to the critique rules.

 

The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce
Thursday, July 17 at 7:00 p.m. 
Book Discussion Group
Harold Fry is convinced that he must deliver a letter to an old friend in order to save her, meeting various characters along the way and reminiscing about the events of his past and people he has known, as he tries to find peace and acceptance.

Computer & e-Reader/Tablet Assistance

Do you have questions about a Microsoft Office product?  Or maybe you have questions about how to download a library book to your e-Reader. We can help answer your computer and e-Reader questions at the Centreville Branch. One-on-one tutorial sessions are available. Just call 410-758-0980 to set up an appointment today.
What Staff are Reading


Kim is reading...

In studying the leaders who've had the greatest influence in the world, Simon Sinek discovered that they all think, act, and communicate in the exact same way -- and it's the complete opposite of what everyone else does. Sinek calls this powerful idea The Golden Circle, and it provides a framework upon which organizations can be built, movements can be lead, and people can be inspired. And it all starts with WHY.
 

Other staff are reading...


 
 
 
For a list of the Top 10 Books published this month that librarians
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Did you know?


Mr. Dan Tabler has two high school diplomas. One from Centreville High School which only went up to the 11th grade way back then. The second is from a High School in West Virginia where he lived with his grandparents and completed the 12th grade.
 
Queen Anne's County 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