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Highlighting a Community Partner
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1. Build a Warm & Supportive Relationship with your child. 2. Be a good ROLE MODEL for drinking, taking medications & handling stress. 3. Know your child's Risk Level.
4. Know your child's Friends. 5. Monitor, Supervise & Set Boundaries. 6. Have Ongoing Conversations & Provide Information about alcohol & drugs.
Drug-Free Queen Anne's Coalition
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Byki is a powerful and personalized language-learning system.
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Kent Island Branch Children's Events
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Halloween Story Time Friday, Oct. 31 at 9:45 and 11 a.m.
For babies through age 5
Not-so-spooky stories, songs, rhymes and puppets. Color a treat bag, then wear your costume into the library to trick or treat!
Library Treat Bags Friday, Oct. 31 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
For ages 4 to 10
wear your costume to the library to decorate a treat bag and collect some Halloween goodies. Drop-in anytime from 1 to 4 p.m.
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.
ScratchJr - Create Interactive Stories Thursday, Nov. 6, 13 and 20 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
For ages 5 to 7
Drop in to work your way through a series of 4 programming modules using ScratchJr, an introductory programming app for young children available on our iPads. Drive a car across the screen, make characters dance and dribble a basketball, and design a spooky forest.
 Mother Goose on the Loose Fridays, Nov. 7 and 14 at 9:45 and 11:00 a.m.
For ages 6 months to 3 years with an adult
Nursery rhymes, songs, movement, puppets, and story followed by playtime. The Mother Goose on the Loose app complements one or two of our 30+ rhymes/songs.
Read-to-Rover Tuesday, Nov. 11 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 12 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 20 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
For grades K to 5
Read to a dog from Pets-on-Wheels to develop reading skills and confidence. Please call 410-643-8161 to register for an individual time slot.
Stories and Art: Eric Carle Wednesdays, Nov. 19 and Dec. 17 at 1:30 p.m.
For ages 3 to 5 with an adult
Read an Eric Carle story and enjoy books, songs & rhymes about a theme. Then make a related project in the style of Eric Carle's art. Stories led by Ms Julie and art by Ms Ann.
Turkey Time Thursday, Nov. 20 at 10:30 a.m.
For babies through age 5 with an adult
Sing, read, play, talk, and write about Thanksgiving followed by a turkey craft and playtime.
Cooking for Kids Mondays, Nov. 24 and Dec. 15 from 4:30 to 5:00 p.m.
For ages 6 to 16
Rob Glass, a KIHS teacher, leads "Cooking for Kids: Easy No Heat Recipes for Kids and Parents". November theme: Thanksgiving. December theme: Mason jar hot cocoa. Please RSVP by calling 410-643-8161.
Saturday Art Series
Melissa Kay-Steves: Introduction to Stamping on Metals Saturday, Nov. 8 from 10:00 a.m. to noon
For grades K to 5
Do your children enjoy working with their hands, love to create jewelry, or live for crafting? This class introduces children to various techniques and hand tools for stamping, texturing, punching, riveting, and polishing metal. Children will have fun getting creative while making a key chain or pendant.
Alex Sabo: Introduction to Brush and Sponge Techniques Saturday, Nov. 22 from 10:00 a.m. to noon - Fall Colors
Saturday, Dec. 13 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. - Winter Colors
For grades K to 5
Use acrylic paints on canvas while learning wet and dry brush and sponge techniques. Different seasonal colors will be used, and each student will take home a finished painting. Taught by Alex Sabo of A Girl and A Brush and Kent Island Library's mural artist.
Brandy Redding: Personalized Ceramic Tile Coasters Saturday, Dec. 20 from 10:00 a.m. to noon
For grades K to 5
Create a handmade gift for someone special. Each student will make a set of 4 coasters using decorative papers and hand tie them with a personally crafted gift tag.
This art series has been funded in part by the Queen Anne's County Arts Council and the Maryland State Arts Council with support from the Friends of the Queen Anne's County Library and the Eastern Shore Regional Library.
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Kent Island Teen Events
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 Cooking for Kids: Easy No-Heat Recipes for Kids and Parents
Mondays, Nov. 24 and Dec. 15 from 4:30 to 5:00 p.m.
For ages 6 to 16
Rob Glass, a KIHS teacher, leads "Cooking for Kids: Easy No Heat Recipes for Kids and Parents". November theme: Thanksgiving. December theme: Mason jar hot cocoa. Please register by calling 410-643-8161.
 Mondays, 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.
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Kent Island Adult Events
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"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!  NaNoWriMo Kick-Off
Saturday, Nov. 1 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.Did you start writing your novel at 12:01 a.m. today? Come to the Kent Island Library this afternoon to join fellow writers as you start your journey to a 50,000 word novel! Snacks and support will be supplied! Don't forget to check our online calendar for other NaNoWriMo dates throughout November at the library.  The Tuesday, Nov. 11 Book Club cancelled and rescheduled to Tuesday, Dec. 9.
Join the Tuesday Nighters Book Club as we discuss Food in History by Reay Tannahill. We will also be selecting what books we will be discussing next year! 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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Halloween Make and Take Craft 
Friday, Oct. 31 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
For ALL AGES
Come to the library to make a fun Halloween craft in the children's room!
Bricks 4 Kidz: Winter Fun Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 10:00 a.m.
For ages 5 to 13
Join us for a fun building event with Bricks 4 Kidz. Registration required. To register go to www.bricks4kidz.com 
Fun with Scarves
Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 1 to 3 with an adult
Bring your toddler to the library for lots of fun scarf activities! There will be books,songs, dancing and scarves!
Buttons at the Library Wednesday, Nov. 5 from noon to 5:00 p.m.
For ALL AGES
Drop by the library to make a button! We will have the button maker out and button making supplies. Bring your creativity to the children's room. 
Pajama Story Time
Thursday, 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!
Turkey Time Story Time
Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 3 to 5 with a parent or caregiver
Join us for a special turkey themed story time just in time for Thanksgiving!
Saturday Art Series
Melissa Kay-Stevens: Introduction to Stamping on Metals
Saturday, November 15 from 2:30 to 3:30
For Grades K to 5
Do your children enjoy working with their hands, love to create jewelry, or live for crafting? This class introduces children to various techniques and hand tools for stamping, texturing, punching, riveting, and polishing metal. Children will have fun getting creative while making a key chain or pendant.
Hanna Kingsley: Puppet Design Saturday, November 22 from 2:30 to 4:00 - Turkey
For Grades K to 5
Saturday, December 20 from 2:30 to 4:30 - Reindeer
For Grades 3 to 5
Create holiday themed puppets with movable parts.
The Saturday Art Series has been funded in part by the Queen Anne's County Arts Council and the Maryland State Arts Council with support from the Friends of the Queen Anne's County Library and the Eastern Shore Regional Library.
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Centreville Branch Teen Events
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Teen Advisory Board
Monday, Nov. 17 (rescheduled date) and Tuesday, December 9 at 5:00 p.m.
For grades 6 to 12
Bring a friend and come to the TAB meeting. Help plan future programs, pick out books and work on projects for the library!
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Centreville Branch Adult Events
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Creative Fiction Writers with Peggy Jaegly
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. NaNoWriMo Write In
Saturdays, Nov. 1 & 29 at 4:00 p.m.National Novel Writing Month is your chance to write that book. Join fellow writers for an intense hour dedicated to getting your words down. Classics and Coffee Book Discussion - "Macbeth"
Monday, Nov. 3 at 10:00 a.m.For those who've always wanted an excuse to read (or re-read) classic literature. Join as we discuss Shakespeare's Macbeth while enjoying a hot cup of tea or coffee.
Dealing with Difficult People During the Holidays
with therapist and author Loriann Oberlin LCPC
Monday, Nov. 3 at 7 p.m
Lecture, movie clips, Q & A session and book signing
How do you endure six weeks of excess - an overtaxed schedule, strained finances, unrealistic expectations and people with whom you wouldn't ordinarily ask to lunch? Easton therapist and author Loriann Oberlin will tackle the topic and give you tips on how to survive the holiday season, ward off mistakes and manage emotions so that they don't get the better of you. She will also help you learn how to communicate boundaries and wishes effectively. Loriann Oberlin earned a master's degree in clinical counseling from Johns Hopkins University and is the co-author of Overcoming Passive-Agression and The Angry Child as well as the author of Surviving Separation and Divorce. Join us in the library meeting room to gain skills to make your holiday more enjoyable for you and your family.
Book Discussion
Thursday, Nov. 20 at 7:00 p.m.
Join us as we discuss Burial Rites by Hannah Kent
Northern Iceland, 1829 - A woman condemned to death for murdering her lover. A family forced to take her in. A priest tasked with absolving her. But all is not as it seems and time is running out. Winter is coming and with it the execution date.
Reverse Mortgages
Saturday, Nov. 22 at 2:00 p.m.
A free workshop offered by SOFA - The Society for Financial Awareness
Learn about how a reverse mortgage can change your life.
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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Library Friends
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Please visit the Friends Group's on-going book sales in the lobby of both branches.
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 the circulation desks.
For more information on the Friends and how to join the fun, visit our web page. Like us on Facebook here!
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What Staff are Reading
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Jenny is reading...
The Perilous Sea by Sherry Thomas
The second in a new fantasy series, sees Titus, the prince, and Iolanth, a mage from prophecy, continue their adventures in the hopes of defeating the Bane who rules over the entire magical world. Iolanth and Titus' magical adventures take them from Eton College, to the Sahara Desert, and everywhere in between as they try to stay safe and save their world!
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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