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Pet-a-Palooza at the Centreville Library
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Pet Photo Contest - Don't Delay the Deadline is Today!
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Highlighting a Community Partner
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The Centreville Rotary Club - Service Above Self
42nd Annual Artisan's Festival - Saturday and Sunday, October 4 & 5, 2014
Queen Anne's County Fairgrounds - Rt. 18, Centreville
Over 70 artists from throughout the Delmarva Peninsula will be exhibiting a wide range of talents and treasures. Included in the offerings are paintings, pottery, basketry, stained glass, wood carving, jewelry and much more. Children's activities, good food and musical entertainment make for a fun and rewarding day for all ages. Entrance fee.
All proceeds go to worthwhile charities, including youth scholarships, operation of the regional shelter for victims of domestic violence, participation in the Rotary worldwide project to eradicate polio and much more.
It's a great opportunity to start your Christmas shopping with quality gifts at attractive prices.
For more information about the Centreville Rotary Club visit http://www.centrevillerotary.org
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Party Pictures!
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We had fun celebrating the 25th Anniversary
of the opening of the Kent Island Library
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Kent Island Branch Children's Events
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Cooking for Kids: Easy No-Heat Recipes for Kids and Parents
Mondays, Sept. 22 and Oct. 13 at 4:30 p.m.
For ages 6 to 16
Join Rob Glass, A KIHS teacher to learn to cook easy no-heat recipes for kids and parents.
September theme is peanut butter and chocolate chip apple sandwiches. October theme is apple cider. Please register by calling 410-643-8161.
 Mother Goose on the Loose
Fridays, Sept.19 thru Oct. 10 at 9:45 and 11:00 a.m.
For 3 to 36 months with an adult
Nursery rhymes, songs, movement, puppets and a story followed by playtime.
Story Time
Thursdays, Sept. 25 thru Oct. 16 at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 2 to 5 with an adult
Sing, play, read, talk and write about a new theme each week. Stories are followed by a craft, experiment or play.  Stories and Art Wednesdays, Sept. 24 and Oct. 8 at 1:30 p.m.
For ages 3 to 5
Read an Eric Carle story and enjoy books, songs and rhymes about a theme. Then make a related project in the style of Eric Carle's art.
 Read to Rover Tuesdays, Sept. 23 and Oct. 7 & 21 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Thursdays, Sept. 25 and Oct. 16 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
For Kdg through 5th grade
Read to a dog from Pets-on-Wheels to develop reading skills and confidence. You can work towards earning a stuffed dog or a read-to-rover blanket. Please call 410-643-8161 to register for an individual time slot.
Robot City Maker Day Monday, Oct. 13 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
For preK through adults
An array of "make and try" experiences on a drop-in basis presented in conjunction with FutureMakers:
-robotics playground using Primo, a wooden toy robot with a block-based interface that requires no screen and no reading ability (for preK)
-physical computing with MaKey MaKey microcontrollers (for K-5th grades)
-LED sculpture lab (for K-5th grades)
-Arduino demonstration/tryout station (for teen and adults)
This program is made possible by a donation from the Sinsky-Kresser-Racusin Memorial Foundation.
Bricks 4 Kidz: Transportation  Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 1:00 p.m.
For ages 5 to 13
Use LEGO bricks and B4K design plans to create a variety of transportation: car, dragster, airplane, train & railroad crossing, horse and buggy. Please visit www.bricks4kidz.com/qac and click "View Classes" at the top to register. This program is made possible by a donation from the Sinsky-Kresser-Racusin Memorial Foundation.
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Kent Island Teen Events
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 Cooking for Kids: Easy No-Heat Recipes for Kids and Parents
Mondays, Sept. 22 and Oct. 13 at 4:30 p.m.
For ages 6 to 16
Join Rob Glass, A KIHS teacher to learn to cook easy no-heat recipes for kids and parents.
September theme is peanut butter and chocolate chip apple sandwiches. October theme is apple cider.
Please register by calling 410-643-8161.  Teen Writers Mondays, Oct. 13, Nov. 10 and Dec. 1 at 6:00 p.m.For grades 6 to 12Creative writing workshop featuring your choice of poetry, short fiction and creative non-fiction. We'll do free writing and specific prompts. Our September theme is "mood and suspense".
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Kent Island Adult Events
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Identity Theft
Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 7:00 p.m.Society for Financial Awareness (SOFA) guest speaker Scott Butler presents a free workshop about Identity Theft. Learn how they can get your personal information and what to do if you're the victim. Please R.S.V.P. to Peggy at 410-643-8161. For more information visit www.sofausa.org Book Discussion
Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 7:00 p.m.Join the Tuesday Nighters Book Club as we discuss the One Maryland One Book selection, The Distance Between Us by Reyna Grande. Light refreshments will be provided. Call 410-643-8161 with any questions.
Robot City Maker Day
Monday, Oct. 13 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
For preK through adults
An array of "make and try" experiences on a drop-in basis presented in conjunction with FutureMakers:
-robotics playground using Primo, a wooden toy robot with a block-based interface that requires no screen and no reading ability (for preK)
-physical computing with MaKey MaKey microcontrollers (for K-5th grades)
-LED sculpture lab (for K-5th grades)
-Arduino demonstration/tryout station (for teen and adults)
This program is made possible by a donation from the Sinsky-Kresser-Racusin Memorial Foundation. "Brickvember" LEGO Challenge Saturday, Nov. 1 from 10:00 a.m. to noonAre you an adult fan of LEGO? We're hoping that this year's "Bricktober" didn't wear you out and you are ready to do a free build session at the Kent Island Library. Just bring your creativity and we will provide the LEGOs! 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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 Mother Goose on the Loose
Tuesdays, Sept. 9 thru Oct. 14 at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 3 to 36 months with a parent or caregiver
Join us for nursery rhymes, songs, movement, puppets and a story!
Story Time Wednesdays, Sept. 10 thru Oct. 15 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 each week.
Pajama Story Time Thursdays, Sept. 11, Oct. 9 and Nov. 13 at 7:00 p.m.
For ages 2 to 5 with a parent or caregiver
Wear your pjs and bring your favorite stuffed animal or blanket and enjoy stories, songs and a craft!
Guess and Win! Sept. 8 thru Sept. 20
For grades pre-K to 8
Guess how many LEGO bricks are in the container. The closest guess will win a LEGO mini-figure! The container and the forms will be in the children's room so drop by anytime!
Crafternoon Monday, Oct. 13 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
For 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!
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Centreville Branch Teen Events
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Teen Advisory Board
Tuesday, Oct. 14 and Nov. 11 from 5:00 to 5:45 p.m.
For grades 6 to 12
Come to the TAB meeting and help plan future programs, pick out books and work on projects for the library!
The Maze Runner
Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 5:00 p.m.
For grades 6 to 12
Are you a fan of The Maze Runner? Come to the library to talk about the book and the movie! Snacks provided.
Heads Up Party
Monday, Oct. 27 at 5:00 p.m.
For grades 6 to 12
Bring a friend and come to the library to play Heads Up on the library's iPad! We have lots of decks and we always have fun while playing. Snacks provided.
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Centreville Branch Adult Events
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Pet-a-Palooza
Saturday, Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For all ages and well-behaved and vaccinated dogs and cats on 6 foot leashes
Come celebrate and learn more about your small animal friends. All day events include: photo contest voting; guess the treats contest; and face painting. Meet animals from local rescue groups who are looking for a forever home. Special events, lectures and demos including police dogs at work.
Creative Fiction Writers with Peggy Jaegly
Oct. 2 & 23, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4 at 7:00 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.
Social Security Explained Saturday, Sept. 27 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. FREE Workshop presented by The Society for Financial Awareness with guest speaker Scott Butler Learn about the type of benefits you are eligible to receive; the difference between full retirement age and delayed retirement; how to file for benefits; retirement planning strategies; and types of annuities. The Art of Charles and Anne West: The Last American Impressionists  Friday, Oct. 10 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Illustrated talk by Thomas G. West (in the library meeting room) followed by a tour of the West Gallery (Lawyers Row, Centreville) Charles and Anne West always remained true to the vision of the French Impressionists of the late 19th century -- with lively and colorful oil paintings of rural landscapes, town and river scenes, portraits of local people -- in many cases recording the history of the Eastern Shore before the Bay Bridge was built. Join us for an illustrated talk by their son, Thomas G. West. We will then view the three painting owned by the library and walk to the West Gallery on Lawyers Row where we complete the program. Don't miss this rare opportunity to visit the West Gallery and learn more about these notable artists.  Coffee and Classics Monday, Oct. 13 at 10:00 a.m. Book Discussion A new book discussion group is forming at the library. A second chance to read and discuss the books you should have read in high school and college. Even if you read them as a teen - life experiences may make them more meaningful as you re-read them. The first selection is Frankenstein by Mary Shelley which has little to do with the movie version. Join us for this morning program. 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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Julie is reading...
I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World
(Young Readers Edition) by Malala Yousafzai and Patricia McCormick
Malala felt like a regular schoolgirl, squabbling with her brothers and trying to keep her grades up... until the Taliban barred Pakistan's girls from attending school. With bravery and determination, Malala spoke up for the educational rights of schoolchildren everywhere and was shot by the Taliban. She writes about her recovery, limitations, and gratitude after the shooting. Malala remains an international activist for girls' education and is the youngest person to be nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. Malala tells her story with author Patricia McCormick, known for her social justice novels for young adults.
Other staff are reading... 
For a list of the Top 10 Books published this month that librarians
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Did you know?
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Americans spend more than twice as much
on candy as they do on public libraries.
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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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