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This database is the premier source of business and residential information for reference and research. Used by entrepreneurs, businesses, students, job-seekers or anyone wanting access to information on tens of millions of businesses and hundreds of millions of consumers in an easy to search format.Take a Tour!
Login! Also check out... The Testing and Education Reference Center This online education resource provides everything a student needs to learn more about further education and assists in making informed decisions on their future from one single, handy database. Testing & Education Reference Center also features interactive online practice tests for preparatory examinations including entrance exams and certification and licensing tests. Some of the standardized tests included are: AP exam, SAT, GRE, civil service exams for places of employment like the U.S. Post Office, NCLEX for nurses, real estate, military, PRAXIS for teachers, and GED. In addition to the standardized tests, this resource offers online information about private high schools, colleges and universities, graduate schools, and specialty schools. |
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Library Friends
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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! |
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Highlighting a Community Partner
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Queen Anne's County
Tourism Office
Learn more about this wonderful county you live in.
Plan a "staycation" this summer and enjoy what many people drive here to experience!
Start your journey at the Chesapeake Heritage & Visitor Center. The building is home to the Queen Anne's County Visitor Center. Here you will find brochures and information on Queen Anne's County along with information on other counties in the state. Along with the Visitor Center visit The Chesapeake Heritage Center. Two exhibit halls (The Chester River Room and the Eastern Bay Room) feature the history and heritage of the area along with local artwork. Our wildlife porch allows for birdwatching and features a live Terrapin Turtle and Baby Horseshoe Crabs. The Eastern Bay Room features changing exhibits that display different aspects of Queen Anne's County through the ages.
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Kent Island Branch Children's Events
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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 Children Birth to 6
Story Time
Thursdays, July 17 at 10:30 a.m.For ages 2 to 5 with a parent or caregiverStories, 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, July 18 & 25 at 10:00 a.m.For ages 3 to 36 months with a parent or caregiverNursery rhymes, songs, movement, puppets and story followed by playtime.
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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 22 & 29 at 4:30 p.m. Fridays, 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. | |
Summer Reading Winner!
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Lunch on the Library Lawn
Fridays, July 11 & 18 at noonFor ages 7 - 11Pack 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.
Ms. Colleen's Science Club
Mondays, July 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.
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.
Chibi Drawings with Hanna Kingsley
Thursday, July 17 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.For ages 10 to 18Interested 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.
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Kent Island Branch Teen Events
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Teen Writers
Mondays, 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.
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.
Fabric Flower Pins
Tuesday, July 22nd at 2 p.m.
For ages 13 to adult
Drop in any time between 2:00 and 3:00 P.M. and learn how to create a fabric flower pin in just six easy steps. Minimal sewing is necessary. Warning: heat implements will be used to partially melt the fabric. Materials will be provided.
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 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.
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer
Tuesday, August 12th at 7 p.m.
Book Discussion Group
Join the Tuesday Nighters Book Club as we discuss "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society" by Mary Ann Shaffer. Light refreshments will be provided. Call 410-643-8161 with any questions.
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.
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Centreville Branch Children's Events
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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
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!
Programs for Children Birth to 5 
Mother Goose on the Loose
Tuesdays, July 15 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 16 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.
Preschool Science
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
Fancy Nancy Tea Party
Friday, July 18 at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 23 at 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
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.
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Centreville Branch Teen Events
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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". |
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Centreville Branch Adult & Teen Events
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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!
Creative Fiction Writers with Peggy Jaegly
July 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.
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.
First Time Home Buyers - Issues of Real Estate Saturday, July 26 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
FREE Workshop
Join special guest speaker Scott Butler of the Society of Financial Awareness to learn money saving secrets for first time home buyers. Anyone in the market for a home will benefit from learning the 8 tips every buyer must know and the 6 deadly6 sins to avoid when buying a home. Finding the right loan for you and the keys to financing your home will also be covered. To register call 410-758-0980 or email erin@qaclibrary.org.
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.
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What Staff are Reading
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The Roman Empire is up for the taking. With bloodshed spilling out of the palace and into the streets of Rome, chaos has become the status quo. The Year of Four Emperors will change everything -- especially the lives of two sisters with a very personal stake in the outcome...
Fans of Philippa Gregory's books will be entranced by the Rome-set debut which is awash with historical detail, this is a violent, passionate, compelling read.
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The Serpent and the Pearl by Kate Quinn
Portrait of Julia by Robert MacNeil
The Bees by Laline Paull
Northanger Abbey by Val McDermid
The Phantom of Fifth Avenue by Meryl Gordon
For a list of the Top 10 Books published this month that librarians
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Did you know?
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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.
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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
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