The Summer Reading Program is in full swing at the Kent County Public Library. Stop by any branch to get a game board for kids of all ages, and check out the fun programs we have planned throughout the summer. For more information or to hear our theme song for the summer, visit us online!
Following a brief hiatus, story time is back, and better than ever. We now have Baby Storytime once every week for our youngest patrons. The schedule starting February 1 is:
Baby Story Time
Ages Birth-24 months
Every Tuesday at 11 AM in Chestertown. Please pre-register by calling 410-778-3636
Preschool Story Time
Ages 2-5
Tuesdays at 10 AM in Chestertown, Wednesdays at 10:30 in Rock Hall, and Thursdays at 10:30 in Galena. This is a drop in story time, no registration required.
Baby Story Time
Ages Birth-24 months
Pre-register by calling 410-778-3636
Tuesday, January 11 at 11 AM in Chestertown
Tuesday, January 18 at 11 AM in Chestertown
Every Tuesday at 11 AM in Chestertown beginning February 1.
Preschool Story Time
Ages 2-5
Drop in story time, no registration required
Story Time Break through the end of January.
Story Times resume February 1 on Tuesdays at 10 AM in Chestertown, Wednesdays at 10:30 in Rock Hall, and Thursdays at 10:30 in Galena.
The 11:00 AM session of the "Ginger & Spice" program scheduled for Saturday, December 11 is booked to capacity. However, we've had so many people sign up for the waiting list, we've opened up another session, scheduled for that afternoon at 1:30 PM. Give us a call at 410-778-3636 to register if you'd like to participate.
We're having a special program on Saturday, December 11th at 11 AM. Listen to gingerbread friend stories and create a gingerbread house of your very own!!! This is a family program for young and old. Basic house material will be provided but each participant is asked to bring either a bag of candy or a box of shredded mini wheat cereal to share for decorating the houses. Please call or stop by the library to register.
This should be a popular program, so register now, before it fills up! Call 410-778-3636.
The Kent County Public Library has a special event planned on November 5 for children ages 5 to 10 in tribute to Walter Wick's I Spy and Can You See What I See? books. For more information about the program see this handout. To see some of Walter Wick's amazing artwork, check out one of these books.
There will be no Preschool Storytime in Chestertown or Galena from May 10th to June 14th as we prepare for the summer. However, we will have Baby Storytime in Chestertown on the 2nd and 3rd Tuesdays in May.
Stay tuned for more information about the upcoming Summer Reading Program, scheduled to begin June 9th. If you would like to receive our email newsletter, you can sign up here.
"Make a Splash -- Read!" is the theme this summer. Children will explore the world of water, water fun and pirates through stories, songs, games and other activities about oceans, rivers, lakes, and pools and the creatures that live there. The 2010 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through young adult, with programs, prize drawings, story hours, a reading club, and more. Families are invited to join the Read-to-Me portion of the program. Registration for the Summer Reading Program begins on June 9th. For more information pick up a calendar of events at one of our branches, check our website, www.kentcountylibrary.org or call the library at 410-778-3636. All programs are free of charge.
Storytime Break Ahead!
The last summer preschool storytime dates are:
Chestertown Branch: August 4
Rock Hall Branch: August 5
North County Branch: August 6
There will be no Baby storytime in August.
Preschool storytime will resume September 1. Baby Storytime will resume September 8.
"Under Tables and Out Back Doors"
The library is sponsoring a concert in Fountain Park as part of Crazy Days! Sue Trainor will have you moving, stretching your creativity, and having fun.
Fountain Park, Chestertown
July 24
11:00 AM
One of America's leading reptile wildlife educators will share his live, large, gentle and colorful reptiles from all over the world. Not to be missed kids' program.
Rock Hall Branch
July 20
2:30 PM
Update: Here's an interview with Holly Black that aired on Public Radio Delmarva this morning, Thursday, March 26.
Create It @ Your Library -- This month we are making things to celebrate Spring! All ages are welcome at this drop-in craft program. Drop in and stay for part or all!
Chestertown
Saturday, March 21st
9:30-11am
North County
Thursday, March 19th
5:30-7pm
Family program -- all ages welcome!
Roses are red,
Candy's a treat,
Come make a Valentine
For someone sweet!
This is the first in a new series of family programs offered by the Kent County Public Library called "Create It @ Your Library." All ages are welcome. Drop in for all or part of the scheduled time.
North County Branch, Thursday, February 12, 5:30-7 PM
Chestertown Branch, Saturday, February 14, 9:30-11 AM
While you're marking your calendars, be sure to save the dates of future programs. Create It @ Your Library will take place on the following Thursday evenings in the North County Branch.
March 19 - Spring
April 23 - Earth Day
May 21 - May's Wacky Holidays
For all children who completed the Summer Reading Game.
• Prize Drawings
• Certificates
• Pizza!
Tuesday, August 5 at 1 PM.
Ages 5-12. The Maryland Science Center presents "Brain Benders!" Balance a light bulb without breaking it. Thrust a straw through a potato. No, it's not magic, it's SCIENCE. Witness unique scientific events that boggle the mind.
Tuesday, August 5 at 2 PM.
For ages 3 and up. Beth Hill, local entomologist, reads Eric Carle's classic book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, with a new twist. Come to this storytime and learn all about caterpillars. A craft is included. Friday, August 1 at 9:45 am.
And don't forget our regularly scheduled storytimes:
Kent County Public Library offers Baby Storytime for ages 0-23 months, Toddler Storytime for ages 2-3 years, and Drop-in story time for ages 3-5. Be sure to view our online Calendar of Events for current information on upcoming story times, or call the library for more information. 410.778.3636.
Bring the whole family to fountain park for Steven's Puppets marionette rendition of "Sleeping Beauty" sponsored by the Kent County Public Library. Our puppet show is always a popular event during Crazy Days, so bring a blanket and save your space. Friday, July 25 at 11:00 AM.
Kent County Public Library is proud to present the Magnificent Magician Thomas A. Lilly and his Furry Side-Kick Wonder Bunny! This family show will be performed at the Rock Hall Branch, at 2:30 PM, on Wednesday, July 23, 2008.
5585 Main Street, Rock Hall, MD 410.639.7162.
Hey kids! Buzz on over to the Kent County Public Library and play Catch the Reading Bug this summer (June 13-August 8). Just pick up a "Catch the Reading Bug" game board and bag of goodies at any library branch any time this summer. Do the reading at your own pace, complete the activities on the game board and turn in your coupons for prizes. Even if you can't read you are welcome to play!
Kids who complete the game will be awarded a tee shirt and will be entered into a drawing for a Playaway audiobook.
The summer reading club kick-off will be a week long celebration, featuring special guests flitting around, buggy crafts, balloons and refreshments beginning June 16th. For exact performer times check the library website calendar.
To get into the summer reading spirit, check out the "Catch the Bug" Themesong, a hip-hop rap done by Secret Agent 23 Skidoo.
Kent County Public Library offers Baby Storytime for ages 0-23 months, Toddler Storytime for ages 2-3 years, and Drop-in story time for ages 3-5. Be sure to view our online Calendar of Events for current information on upcoming story times, or call the library for more information. 410.778.3636.
Insect Inspector Institute is a half day "camp" for ages 7-12 at the Kent County Library Chestertown Branch. It runs 2-4 PM July 7 through July 11. Kids will explore bees, butterflies, and insects. We will have appearances by guest speakers Lisa's World "Butterflies are Magic," Local Entymologist Beth Hill, and Local Bee Keeper Bartholomew's Bees. Crafts everyday and snacks and drinks provided. For more information or to register, call 410-778-3636 or visit the children's department. Registration is limited and starts June 13th.
Children's author Jack Gantos will be visiting the Talbot County Public Library! He has received numerous awards for his books including ALA Notable Children's Book, School Library Journal Best Book of the Year and he was a National Book Award Finalist for Young People's Literature. His newest book, I am Joey Pigza, was released in July 2007. All are welcome to this free program. Wednesday, May 21, 10 AM & 7 PM.
Update: This program has been cancelled due to unforseen circumstances. We apologize for the inconvenience.
This year Children's Book Week is May 12-17. To celebrate children's book author Stormy Friday will be visiting the library! Stormy Friday is the author of Signal's Airport Adventure. She lives in Arnold, MD. Wednesday, May 14, 6:15 PM.
Ages 2-6 years.
April 28th is the National Day of Puppetry! To celebrate, we will be putting on a special puppet show of the lovable fairy tale "The Frog Prince."
Wednesday, April 30 at 6:30 PM and Friday, May 2 at 9:45 AM.
Beginning May 13th there will be a new program for 2 and 3 year olds at the Kent County Public Library. Toddlers will have socialization and play time at 10:30 leading into story time at 11:00 am. Toddler Story Time will be the 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month, after Baby Story Time. We look forward to seeing you and your Toddlers at the Chestertown Library Branch.
Ages 2 to 5 years.
We will be reading some of our favorite fairy tales in honor of Hans Christian Andersen's 203rd birthday (April 2). Participants will make a magic wand!
Friday, April 4 at 9:45 AM.
Meant for ages 8-12 years, but all ages are welcome!
In honor of Maryland Women's History Month, the library will be having an historical visitor. Colonist Margaret Brent of seventeenth-century Kent Island was the first female landowner, lawyer, and the first woman to fight for the right to vote. Come meet her at the library! Monday, March 24 at 3 PM.
Friday, March 7 at 10 AM. To celebrate Dr. Seuss's 104th birthday (March 2), the Cat in the Hat will come to the library to read some stories! There will also be songs and a craft.
Ages 2-6 years. As February is National Children's Dental Health Month, Judy Gaston, RN will join us for Pajama Storytime with a short program on child dental care followed by some stories. Wednesday, February 27 at 6:15 PM.
The 2008 Caldecott & Newbery Medal winners have been announced and are coming to a library bookshelf near you! And the winners are...
The Invention of Hugo Cabret: a novel in Words and Pictures by Brian Selznick
2008 Caldecott Medal Winner
The Invention of Hugo Cabret, is a 550 page novel in words and pictures. But unlike most novels, the images in my new book don't just illustrate the story. Imagine Paris in the 1930's, a thief, a broken machine, a strange girl, a mean old man, and the secrets that tie them all together... Welcome to The Invention of Hugo Cabret.
Good Masters! Sweet Ladies! written by Laura Amy Schlitz and illustrated by Robert Byrd
2008 Newbery Medal Winner
Laura Amy Schlitz wrote these 22 brief monologues to be performed by students at Park School where she is a librarian. In stunning atmospheric watercolors, they bring to life a prototypical English village in 1255. The first-person character sketches build upon each other to create a finer understanding of medieval life. The book is recommended for children age 10 and up.
To see this year's Honor Books and past years' winners or for more information about these awards and their significance, visit the official Caldecott and Newbery medal pages.
Creative Writing for Beginners Identity Workshop featuring Native Son & The Dri Fish, who are described by Urbanite Magazine as "...super heroes with a hip-hop beat and poet's tongue." For more information, see January's blog posting in the Young Adult Blog, and be sure to check back regularly to stay in the know on cool programs and other up to date info.
Bring the entire family to a Winnie-the-Pooh Birthday celebration in honor of author A.A. Milne's Birthday. The event will be held at the Chestertown Branch on Wednesday, January 16 at 6:00 PM, and will feature balloons, a visit from Pooh, music, a puppet show, and more! The event will be repeated at the North County branch in Galena at 10:30 in the morning on January 17. Remember to RSVP by calling 410-778-3636.
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If you want...
• Your child to enjoy making friends.
• Your child to be eager to participate in new activities.
• Your child to learn to follow directions.
• Your child's listening abilities to increase.
• Your child to begin to recognize favorite books and songs.
• Your child to develop brain power.
• Your own storytelling and play skills to blossom.
Come to the Chestertown Branch on the 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10 AM for Baby Storytime. Please call in advance to register. 410-778-3636
Carole Boston Weatherford, author of Moses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom will be making a presentation and signing her books on Wednesday, June 13 at 6:15 PM at the Chestertown Branch of the Kent County Library. Moses received the Caldecott Honor Award for most distinguished American picture book for children. Carole Weatherford has authored 23 books of poetry, nonfiction and children's literature. She will have books available for purchase. For more information call 410-778-3636.
Sneaks, the library mascot will also be on hand to distribute gameboards for the summer reading club.
The library recently hosted a party for The Cat in the Hat's 50th birthday. Dr. Seuss's the Cat in the Hat attended a pajama storytime with the kids and read stories, danced to songs, and had cupcakes after. There were 81 attendees. Thank you to everyone who came. We hope you had a great time. Click below for some pictures to remember the event.
Next Wednesday, March 28 at 6:30 PM
Children are invited to wear their PJs, bring a bedtime pal and enjoy an evening storytime and light refreshments.
For kids 2 to 6 years.
For ages birth to 24 months. Join us the second and third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 to delight and stimulate your baby's senses with books, music, and puppets. Call 410-778-3636 to register in advance.
Next Wednesday, February 28 at 6:30 PM
Children are invited to wear their PJs, bring a bedtime pal and enjoy an evening storytime and light refreshments.
For kids 2 to 6 years.
For ages birth to 24 months. Join us the second and third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 to delight and stimulate your baby's senses with books, music, and puppets. Call 410-778-3636 to register in advance.
This coming Thursday, February 8 at 6:30 PM
North County Branch in Galena
Children are invited to wear their PJs, bring a bedtime pal and enjoy an evening storytime and light refreshments.
For kids 2 to 6 years.
Next Wednesday, January 31 at 6:30 PM
Children are invited to wear their PJs, bring a bedtime pal and enjoy an evening storytime and light refreshments.
For kids 2 to 6 years.
Things That Fly
2:00 PM Chestertown Branch, Wednesday January 24
Ages 6 and up
Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center presents "Feathered Friends." Meet a live owl and learn about the special adaptations that make these birds the pinnacle of the food chain. Participate in a pellet dissection to determine the diet of an owl. Please register if you plan to attend. 410-778-3636.
Bookmaking Workshop
4:00 PM North County Branch, Wednesday January 24
Ages 7 to 10 years
Come to the library to write, illustrate and bind your very own book! Come with an idea for a story and go home with a finished book to keep on your shelves forever. Please register if you plan to attend. 410-778-3636.
Join us for this participatory music program by a trained Kindermusik expert. Singing, instrument exploration, sound identification, dancing and more. For ages 2 to 5 years.
Thursday, January 18 at the North County Branch at 10:30 am
Friday, January 19 at the Chestertown Branch at 9:45 am
Mother-Daughter Book Club
6:30 PM, Wednesday January 10 in Chestertown OR Thursday January 11 in Galena
For daughters 8 to 10 years old.
Want to spend more quality time with your daughter? Call the library to sign up for our new Mother-Daughter Book Club. It will be a bonding experience!
Traveling Pants Crafty Workshop
5:00 PM, Thursday January 11
For girls 10 and up.
Join us after school to celebrate the release of Forever in Blue. Make your own Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants journal or scrapbook. Decorate whichever way fits you best! Materials will be provided. Please register.
For ages birth to 24 months. Join us the second and third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 to delight and stimulate your baby's senses with books, music, and puppets. Call 410-778-3636 to register in advance.
Eww Gross! A disgusting program for children ages 5-8.
Listen to stories that will gross you out! Then get "hands-on" with gross stuff. Participants will make a gross concoction to take home with them!
Tuesday, November 21 at 2:30 PM, Chestertown Branch. 410-778-3636