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Halloween Costume Swap

All Day 10/16 - 10/31
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Other, Special Events
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+, Everyone
Event Details:

Let's reuse and recycle this Halloween! Donate gently used Halloween Costumes and pick up a new-to-you ensemble for the holiday! A donation is not required in order to pick up a...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+, Everyone
Program Type: Other, Special Events
Event Details:

Let's reuse and recycle this Halloween! Donate gently used Halloween Costumes and pick up a new-to-you ensemble for the holiday!

Homeschool Maker Monday

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second an...

Closed
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second and fourth Monday of each month to learn all about STEAM!

Paws to Read

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in chil...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in children while they are relaxing and having fun.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Kids movie night flyer displaying all five movies. The Nightmare Before Christmas, Ghostbusters, Hocus Pocus, Goosebumps, and Frankenweenie.

Halloween Movie Night for Kids!

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 3:45pm - 6:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

It’s Halloween all month long at the Pittsville branch! Come stop by every Tuesday for a special Halloween movie night. At the end you’ll get to grab a sweet treat from one of our ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Movie
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

It’s Halloween all month long at the Pittsville branch! Come stop by every Tuesday for a special Halloween movie night. At the end you’ll get to grab a sweet treat from one of our librarians. This week’s movie is: Frankenweenie.

Halloween Parade

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Main Floor at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Other, Special Events
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Join us for the Halloween Parade after Storytime on Thursday, 10/31! Come in costume and trick-or-treat your way through the library! 

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Main Floor
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Other, Special Events
Event Details:

Join us for the Halloween Parade after Storytime on Thursday, 10/31! Come in costume and trick-or-treat your way through the library! 

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

3D Printing Workshop

3D Printing Workshop

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Buckle up for a 3D modeling adventure! Unleash your creativity and bring your designs to life with our magical 3D printer right here at the library! Registration Required

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM, Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Buckle up for a 3D modeling adventure! Unleash your creativity and bring your designs to life with our magical 3D printer right here at the library!

Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Craft Club

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come join us at the Sarbanes branch for an exciting afternoon crafting and let your imagination run wild! This program is open to children of all ages and supplies will be provided...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us at the Sarbanes branch for an exciting afternoon crafting and let your imagination run wild! This program is open to children of all ages and supplies will be provided

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Fun with Coding for 5-10 yr. olds

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
STEM, MD STEM Festival, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Is your 5-10 year old interested in STEM?  Bring them out our Mobile Learning Lab at Willards Elementary for our Fun with Coding workshop!  We will have our Squishy Circu...

Open
Available
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM, MD STEM Festival, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Is your 5-10 year old interested in STEM?  Bring them out our Mobile Learning Lab at Willards Elementary for our Fun with Coding workshop!  We will have our Squishy Circuits, Sphero indi, and Osmos out for use.  This program is part

Coding for Kids

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Whether you already know how to code or want to learn, this is the program for you! For Fall and Winter 2024, we'll explore different platforms and apps based on the Scratch e...

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Whether you already know how to code or want to learn, this is the program for you! For Fall and Winter 2024, we'll explore different platforms and apps based on the Scratch engine.

Tiny Creators - After School STEM Program

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Storybook Room at Centre Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come be a tiny creator! The first Tuesday of every month homeschooled students can come to the branch and take part in special STEAM activities and projects. Every month there will...

Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come be a tiny creator! The first Tuesday of every month homeschooled students can come to the branch and take part in special STEAM activities and projects.

STEM Time

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap C...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap Circuits, littleBits, and more!

Get Zen-Tangled Up

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 5:45pm - 6:45pm
The Storybook Room at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come sit in on a fun time while we learn about doodles, and how to make fun ones! Registration highly encouraged.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Come sit in on a fun time while we learn about doodles, and how to make fun ones! Registration highly encouraged.

3D Printing Workshop

3D Printing Workshop

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Buckle up for a 3D modeling adventure! Unleash your creativity and bring your designs to life with our magical 3D printer right here at the library! Registration Required

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM, Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Buckle up for a 3D modeling adventure! Unleash your creativity and bring your designs to life with our magical 3D printer right here at the library!

Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Paws to Read

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in chil...

Cancelled
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in children while they are relaxing and having fun.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

the word spike on a yellow background

LEGO Robotics

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

LEGO robotics exists at the intersection of engineering and coding. We'll complete challenges to learn what we can do with the LEGO Education Spike kits. For elementary and midd...

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

LEGO robotics exists at the intersection of engineering and coding. We'll complete challenges to learn what we can do with the LEGO Education Spike kits.

3D Printing Workshop

3D Printing Workshop

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Buckle up for a 3D modeling adventure! Unleash your creativity and bring your designs to life with our magical 3D printer right here at the library! Registration Required

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM, Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Buckle up for a 3D modeling adventure! Unleash your creativity and bring your designs to life with our magical 3D printer right here at the library!

Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Young Thinkers Club

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

In the Young Thinkers Club, children will play games, talk, and do activities that get them thinking--and having fun! This club is led by faculty and students from Salisbury Univer...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

In the Young Thinkers Club, children will play games, talk, and do activities that get them thinking--and having fun! This club is led by faculty and students from Salisbury University's philosophy department.

Young Thinkers Festival

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Children's Main Floor at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

It's the Young Thinkers party extravaganza! Join us for critical thinking, picture book deep dives, and problem-solving fun for children, teens, and families. The Young Thinkers...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Main Floor
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Special Events
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

It's the Young Thinkers party extravaganza! Join us for critical thinking, picture book deep dives, and problem-solving fun for children, teens, and families.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

stuffed snake & pillow in front of books

Sew a Softie

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Learn how to sew in this monthly program for kids ages 6 and up. You will leave each session with a complete project; come to one or all! We'll cover basic hand-sewing, including q...

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to sew in this monthly program for kids ages 6 and up. You will leave each session with a complete project; come to one or all!

Coding for Kids

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Whether you already know how to code or want to learn, this is the program for you! For Fall and Winter 2024, we'll explore different platforms and apps based on the Scratch e...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Whether you already know how to code or want to learn, this is the program for you! For Fall and Winter 2024, we'll explore different platforms and apps based on the Scratch engine.

STEM Time

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap C...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap Circuits, littleBits, and more!

Game On!

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come play your favorite video games every month! Every month is something new, so be sure to check us out. We have a variety of games for the Playstation 4, Nintendo Switch, VR hea...

Cancelled
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come play your favorite video games every month! Every month is something new, so be sure to check us out. We have a variety of games for the Playstation 4, Nintendo Switch, VR headsets, and even board games!

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Get Zen-Tangled Up

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:45pm - 6:45pm
The Storybook Room at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come sit in on a fun time while we learn about doodles, and how to make fun ones! Registration highly encouraged.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Come sit in on a fun time while we learn about doodles, and how to make fun ones! Registration highly encouraged.

Thankful Turkey Craft

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on everything we’re grateful for. What better way to think about what we’re thankful for than by writing it down on this adorable turkey’s feather...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on everything we’re grateful for. What better way to think about what we’re thankful for than by writing it down on this adorable turkey’s feathers! Registration required.