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This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

All 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us to share songs, rhymes, and stories together every Thursday.

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.

 

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Design Your Own Bookmark

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Centre Branch
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

In this hands-on activity, children will have the opportunity to design a personalized bookmark using colorful paper, markers, stickers, and more.

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.

 

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Reading Dragons

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Games, Reading Challenge
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Here There Be Dragons! - If you like Collectible Trading Card games and reading, this program is for you! The Reading Dragons Challenge will take place September through April.

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

3D Acorn Decoration

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Pittsville Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

This intricate 3D acorn will make the perfect table topper, centerpiece, or decoration to show off to your friends and family! We’ll walk you through the process step-by-step and teach you how to put it together. Registration required.

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Adult Trivia Night

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Off Site
Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Games, Special Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Think you know it all? Come prove it at The Brick Room, where an adult trivia night will be hosted! All categories and subjects are included in this exciting night of trivia.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Pittsville Puzzlers

All Day
Pittsville Branch
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Come to the Pittsville Branch for a drop in cozy activity! Help the staff and the branch mascot Jeff the Sloth put together our current puzzle!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Community Computer Lab @ Willards

10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Need a place to study or do some work?  Just need to use a computer for a short task? Stop by the Mobile Learning Lab parked at Willards Lion Community Center!

-Free Computer use

-Wi-Fi

-Job Search Help

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Family Trivia Night

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Bring your family out to compete in a family trivia night!  We will have questions for the adults and the kids. This program will be held at Westside Community Center. Registration required.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Clan Rince Irish Dance Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Main Floor
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Guest Speaker or Performance, Storytime
Event Details:

Join Clan Rince for storytime as they read "Mary McCrary the Irish Dance Fairy" and perform classic Irish dances by the Studio Dancers.

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Buffalo Soldiers Presentation

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Guest Speaker or Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Learn about the history of Buffalo Soldiers and a local effort to create a museum in Eden, MD, from presenter Deborah Scott.

 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Riverwalk Artwalk - A River Run Through Us

All Day 9/15 - 10/12
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Storytime
Event Details:

Nancy Mitchell, Poet Laureate of Salisbury, and Susan Holt, Chair of the Salisbury Public Arts Committee, have curated a collection of poetry and visual art entitled A River Runs Through Us that celebrates rivers as a vital and ancient source of p

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Indian Classical Dance Classes

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Room 1
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Guest Speaker or Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Indian classical dances are rooted in devotion, a majority of them originated as temple dances. Learn about classical dance forms, mudras (hand gestures and finger-postures), and saris in this free 6 session series.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Halloween Costume Swap

All Day 9/16 - 10/13
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
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!

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Preschool Playgroup

10:30am - 11:30am
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for free play, developmentally appropriate guided play, and structured activities, all while learning early socialization!

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.

 

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Coding for Kids

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Nintendo Switch Sports for Adults

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Games, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Do you remember Wii Sports? How much fun it was to play? Then come play the new version on the Nintendo Switch with us!

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

National Voter Registration Day

All Day
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Have you registered to vote in the upcoming election? Stop by the Sarbanes Branch on September 17th and visit the Information desk to fill out a voter's registration form.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Chipman School

9:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

711 Lake St.

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Introduction to 3D Printing

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

A comprehensive introduction to 3D printing, encompassing design with Autodesk Fusion with FDM 3D printing techniques. Presented by Salisbury University's Rommel Center for Entrepreneurship. Please plan to attend all sessions. 

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Seasonal Scrapbookers

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Pittsville Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us every month as we create a seasonal scrapbook layout together based on that month! All supplies will be provided, all you’ll need to bring is your creativity and imagination. Our theme this month is Autumn Exploration.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Teen Action Board (TAB) Meeting

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Game Room
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

All middle and high school students are invited to our TAB (Teen Action Board) Meeting. TAB meetings are a forum where students’ opinions and suggestions are heard.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Game On!

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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.

 

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Adult Yoga with Soul Yoga

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Room 1
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Guest Speaker or Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Come join Soul Yoga's instructor Lauren Gilmore for a free adult yoga class! Participants will learn the fundamentals of yoga while exploring how it can benefit them. Grab a friend or family member to experience and learn together.

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Introduction to 3D Printing

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

A comprehensive introduction to 3D printing, encompassing design with Autodesk Fusion with FDM 3D printing techniques. Presented by Salisbury University's Rommel Center for Entrepreneurship. Please plan to attend all sessions.