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Highlighting a Community Partner
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Head Start Community Day
July 15 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Join us for a fun day and meet with community organizations, register for Head Start, and look for bargains at the yard sale. Bring your own table to join the sale - the space is FREE!
For more information call Miss D. at 410-827-3258 - Head Start, 5441 Main St., Grasonville, MD
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Summer Reading for Kids of All Ages
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CRAFTERNOON
Come to the library for an afternoon of crafting and art fun! CEN: Thursday, June 30 at 2:30 pm Wednesday, July 13 at 2:30 pm SATURDAY STEM MOVIE: Zootopia (PG)
Take a break from the heat to join us in watching a film, with a science experiment at the intermission. Snacks and blankets will be provided. Feel free to bring favorite blankets, pillows, stuffed animals, and snacks. (PG, 108 minutes) KI: Saturday, July 16 at 2:30 pm SUMMER READING WRAP UP PARTY
Drop in for snacks, crafts, LEGOŽ bricks, sidewalk chalk, and prize books to celebrate your summer reading success! CEN: Friday, July 29 from 10:30-12 noon KI: Friday, July 29 from 10:30-12 noon
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Summer Reading Birth to 5
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 STORY TIME 
Ages: 2-5Read, sing and play at the library during story time while developing early literacy skills. Story time is followed by a craft and playtime. CEN: Wed. at 10:30 am June 29-July 27 KI: Fri. at 9:45 and 11:00 am June 24, and July 1, 8, and 22 STORIES ON THE LAWN: Saturday Story Time
Ages: 2-5 and siblingsRead, sing, and play at the library during story time while developing early literacy skills. If weather permits, story time will be held on the lawn. Bring a blanket. KI: Saturday, July 16 from 10:00-10:45 am  BOUNCING BABIES Ages: Birth-24 monthsJoin us biweekly for rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story. Followed by a social playtime. A great opportunity for parents to meet people in the community! KI: Tues, July 5 and 19 at 9:45 & 11:00 am  MOTHER GOOSE ON THE LOOSE Ages: 3-36 monthsNursery rhymes, songs, movement, puppets and a story. CEN: Tuesdays at 10:30 am June 28-July 26  PAJAMA STORY TIME Ages: 2-5Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal or blanket and enjoy some stories, songs, and a craft! CEN: Thursday, July 7 at 6:30 pm PRESCHOOL SCIENCE Ages: 2-5Come to the library for hands on learning about a science topic! Registration required at calendar.qaclibrary.org.CEN: Monday, July 11 at 10:30 am
 MOVE IT!
Ages: 2-5A high-energy story time that ends with a "pop!" KI: Thursday, July 14 at 10:30 am  FINGER PAINT FRIDAY
Ages: 2-6Join us at the library for finger painting fun! CEN: Friday, July 22 at 10:30 am |
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Summer Reading School Age
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 SUMMER SNACK CLUB Ages: 6-16
Make and eat a healthy snack with KIHS teacher Rob Glass, a Jamie Oliver food ambassador.
Registration required at calendar.qaclibrary.org
Red, White and Blueberry Parfait
KI: Mon. July 18 at 4:30 pm
READ TO ROVER  Grades: K-5
Read to a dog from the Delmarva Chapter of Pets on Wheels to gain confidence and improve reading skills. Please stop by the Kent Island desk or call (410) 643-8161 to register for a 10-minute time slot.
KI: Tuesday, June 28 at 4:00 pm
Thursday, June 30 at 4:00 pm
Tuesday, July 12 at 4:00 pm
Friday, July 15 at 11:00 am
 BOOK BUDDIES
Special book club for school students to talk about the monthly selection. Registration for book discussion required at calendar.qaclibrary.org. At 4:30 pm, other ages (including siblings) are welcomed to participate in the craft, activity and snack.
"Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made" by Stephen Pastis
KI: Wednesday, July 20 at 4:00 pm
GARDENING SUMMER SERIES Grades: PreK-3 and 4-7
Join Master Gardener, Molly Garrett to explore our out-door world through gardening. Registration required at calendar.qaclibrary.org
Pollinators
KI: Grades PreK-3: Thurs. June 30 at 10:30 am
Grades 4-7:Thurs. July 7 at 2:30 pm
Natural Art
KI: Grades PreK-3: Mon. July 11 at 10:30 am
Grades 4-7: Mon. July 18 at 2:30 pm
GSK SCIENCE IN THE SUMMER
Grades: 2-4 and 4-6
In partnership with the American Association for the Advancement of Science and GSK the library will offer the following sessions that help elementary school children "grow into science." The camp will focus on Biosciences. Registration required at calendar.qaclibrary.org
CEN: Mon. July 18 and Thurs. July 21
Grades 2-3: from 9:30-11:30 am 
Grades 4-6: from 12:30-2:30 pm
 YOUNG GARDENERS Grades: 1-3
Stories and activities to get your garden blooming!
Sponsored by the Master Gardeners and Kent Island Garden Club.
KI: Wednesday, July 27 at 4:30 pm
 THE JUGGLING HOFFMANS Grades: K-5
You'll be amazed by the tricks and amused by the antics in a smile-a-long, laugh-a-long interactive good time!
CEN: Monday, June 27 at 2:30 pm
KI: Monday, June 27 at 10:30 am
MANCALA
Grades: K-5
Bring an empty egg carton and learn to play mancala, a count-and-capture game from an Arabic word meaning "to move." (Extra cartons available.)
KI: Tuesday, June 28 at 2:30 pm
 LIVE ACTION ANGRY BIRDS Grades: 1-6
Join us for this STEM program based off the popular game Angry Birds. We'll build up a series of obstacles to knock down via throwing, slingshots, and catapults.
KI: Wednesday, July 6 at 2:30 pm
FABULOUS FIFTIES
Grades: K-5
Party 1950s style with checkers, hula hoops, jump rope, hopscotch, roller skates, and pin the hair on Elvis.
KI: Thursday, July 7 at 10:30 am
 SUN SAFETY Grades: 1-5
Learn different ways to stay safe in the sun with a hands on experiment and a cool gift to take home. Program will be presented by Sally Rosenberry and sponsored by QAC 4-H Program. Registration required at calendar.qaclibrary.org
KI: Wednesday, July 13 at 2:30 pm
SCIENCETELLERS: Power & Energy
Grades: PreK-5
Make things fly, spin, move and soar while listening to a series of stories that will energize your summer!
CEN: Thursday, July 14 at 10:30 am
KI: Thursday, July 14 at 1:30 pm
LEGOŽ MANIA
Grades: K-8
Come to the library to play with the library's LEGOŽ bricks!
CEN: Tuesday, June 28 at 2:30 pm
Monday, July 11 art 2:30 pm
 SCALY SKINS: Baltimore Zoo ZooMobile Grades: K-7
Spend time with cold-blooded Zoo animals and compare reptiles and amphibians.
CEN: Tuesday, July 19 at 2:30 pm
KI: Tuesday, July 26 at 3:30 pm
TANGLE DOODLES Grades: K-5
Fill tangle starters with patterns, color, geometric designs, and other doodles. Supplies provided.
KI: Thursday, July 21 at 10:30 am
FOCUSING ON FITNESS
Grades: K-2
Practice some brain-gym exercises by playing concentration games to keep your brain fit. Try concentrating long enough to blow a ball across the table into a cup, and other fun activities. Registration required at calendar.qaclibrary.org.
KI: Thursday, July 21 from 2:00-3:00 pm
WACKY OLYMPICS  Grades: K-5
Come to the library to take part in our own wacky version of the Olympics!
There will be fun events like hula hooping and jump roping!
CEN: Monday, July 25 at 2:30 pm
SPORTS SCIENCE
Grades: 3-5
What's your dominant side? Do you kick with your left or right foot? Experiments that will teach you more about how your body and brain work together. Plus other sports related experiments such as energy transfer through balls. Registration required at calendar.qaclibrary.org
KI: Wed. July 27 from 10:30 am- 12 noon
LEGO Minifigure Exchange ALL AGES
Are you stuck with two farmers? Three policeman? Today, you can bring in any LEGO minifigure you wold like to exchange and trade your completed LEGO minifigure (head, hair/hat, torso, and legs) with us or others visiting the Library all day long.
KI: Saturday, July 30th - ALL DAY
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Summer Reading Teens
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Teen Writers 
Grades: 9-12
Love to write? Practice your craft and be inspired by others who enjoy creative writing. We'll try free writing and themed prompts in your choice of poetry or prose.
KI: Mon. July 11, and July 25 from 6:00-7:00 pm
Teen Art Program: Collage Art Grades: 6-12
Join local professional artist, Hanna Kingsley to create textures with paint, then use pieces to create complete art pieces on Bristol Board. Registration required at calendar.qaclibrary.org.
KI: Wednesday, June 29 at 6:00 pm
Pizza Box Circuits Grades: 6-12
Using clean pizza boxes and cardboard learn about circuits and make your own circuit board using paperclips and other everyday items!
CEN: Wednesday, June 29 at 2:30 pm
 Live Action Pac Man Grades: 6-12
Bring your friends to play a life size version of Pac Man. You'll get the chance to play the role of Pac Man and the ghosts.
CEN: Tuesday, July 26 at 2:30 pm
Competitive Gaming
Grades: 6-12
Join us to play games at the library. We will provide card games, board games, and chess as well as food to fuel the competition.
KI: Wednesday, July 27 at 6:30
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Book Club at the Yacht Club
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The Book Club at the Kent Island Yacht Club 
Thursday, July 28 - Favorite Summer Reads
Bring a favorite summer reading book to share. The challenge is to try to find a book you have enjoyed, but may not be familiar to others. Maybe a debut novel or non-fiction selection on an esoteric topic?
Discussion begins at 6 p.m.
Limited dinner menu and drinks will be available to purchase
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Kent Island Branch Adult Events
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Genealogy Club
Tuesday, July 5 at 7:00 p.m.
Are you looking for help researching your local Queen Anne's County ancestors? Then come to the Genealogy Club! During this meeting, Rachel Frazier of the Maryland State Archives will be giving an introduction to the resource: MdLandRec.net which provides free online access to modern and historic land records. The presentation will include training and tips for searching this valuable resource. Join us as we explore this resource and the types of genealogical discoveries they reveal.
 Book Lovers Social
Tuesday, July 12 at 7:00 p.m.
Have you just read a book that you would love to talk about but have no one with which to share your enthusiasm? Are you looking to discover new books, authors, and genres but just don't know where to look? Then come to the Book Lovers Social! Everyone will get a chance to discuss a book with the group- whether it is an old favorite or one you just read that you couldn't stand. Or you can just come to listen! Open to all ages. Light refreshments will be provided. Please call 410-643-8161 with any questions.
 Gentle Yoga Summer Workshops Mondays, June 27 and July 11 & 25 and August 1, 8 & 15 at 4:45 to 5:45 p.m.
For ages 18 and up
Each session will focus on gentle yoga to nurture your nervous system along with breathing practices that affect all the body systems in a positive way. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. FREE but registration required for each session at calendar.qaclibrary.org
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Kent Island Branch Technology Events
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Need help with Technology?
Sign up for a session with a Teen Tech Tutor! Possible topics include: tablets; smartphones; email; digital photos; and Facebook. To register - fill out a form at the circulation desk or call Erin at 410-758-0980.  One on Ones Tuesday, July 12 at 9:00 and 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, July 13 at 4:00 and 5:00 p.m.
Registration Required. Get individual attention on topics that YOU want to learn. Sign up for a 45 minute one on one session that covers the subject of your choosing. Possible topics include: computers for beginners, Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, job search strategies, Resume review, Internet, Email, Library services, Tablets and Smartphones. Interested in something else? Just let us know! Register at calendar.qaclibrary.org
Organizing Your Digital Photos  Wednesday, June 29 at 9:30 a.m.
What does the pictures folder on your computer look like? Can you find what you're looking for? This workshop will cover how to organize and label all those digital images so you can find them again. Registration required at calendar.qaclibrary.org
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 Centreville Branch. Just call 410-758-0980 to set up an appointment today.
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Centreville Branch Adult Events
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  Coloring and Coffee Monday, June 27 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Relax, rejuvenate and create! Join the new adult coloring craze. Stop by the Library for hot coffee or tea and coloring pages. No experience necessary. Coloring outside the lines is encouraged! Summertime Yoga
Wednesday, June 29 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.This is your chance to have a FREE introduction to yoga. Led by Everybody Yoga this series is geared for beginners and will be held in the meeting room. Please bring you own mat or towel. Space is limited and registration is required at calendar.qaclibrary.org
 Grooversize with MikeSwaGG Fitness Get physically and mentally fit with this "Exercise Your Mind" program. Let the music move you. Classes are FREE, but space is limited. Register at calendar.qaclibrary.org |
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Centreville Branch Technology Events
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One on Ones
Wednesday, July 20 at 9:00 and 10:00
Thursday, July 21 at 3:00 and 4:00 and 5:00 p.m.
Registration Required. Get individual attention on topics that YOU want to learn. Sign up for a 45 minute one on one session that covers the subject of your choosing. Possible topics include: computers for beginners, Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, job search strategies, Resume review, Internet, Email, Library services, Tablets and Smartphones. Interested in something else? Just let us know! Register at calendar.qaclibrary.org
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 Centreville Branch. Just call 410-758-0980 to set up an appointment today.
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What Staff are Reading
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Debbie just finished...
This new non-fiction book takes on the task of encouraging Baby Boomers to start thinking about how they might want to spend their remaining years on this planet. Having to deal with Parkinson's disease for over twenty years, "Sometimes", the author writes, "I fell like a scout from my generation, sent out ahead to experience in my fifties what even the healthiest Boomers are going to experience in their sixties, seventies, or eighties." Sometimes humorous, sometimes sad, this group of essays gives us Baby Boomers something to think about.
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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The joy of reading and lifelong learning begins
when a parent reads to a child.
Pick up a special tracking sheet at your library branch to get started. After reading 500 books by age 5, children will receive a certificate and be photographed for our "500 by Five" Wall of Fame.
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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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STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER
FANCY NANCY TEA PARTY
