Celebrating the Completion of Project 20/20 Phase II & III Renovations!
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Wednesday, September 12 | 10:30am
Chestertown Branch
Please join to celebrate the completion of Project 20/20 Phase II & III renovations at Kent County Public Library's Chestertown Branch.
Light refreshments. All are welcome.
Funding for Project 20/20 is provided by The County Library Capital Grant Program, Maryland State Library; The Kent County Government; The Friends of Kent County Public Library; and The Foundation for the Kent County Library.
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Bloodsworth: The True Story of the First Death Row Inmate Exonerated by DNA Evidence
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Pick up a copy of the 2018 One Maryland One Book selection at any KCPL location, then join us for programs that explore the book and its themes.
Join the Discussion
NORTH COUNTY BRANCH
Monday, September 10 | 6:30pm
Tuesday, September 18 | 1pm
ROCK HALL BRANCH
Friday, October 12 | 1pm
CHESTERTOWN BRANCH
Thursday, September 27 | 12pm
Tuesday, October 30 | 12pm
These discussions will be hosted by five of KCPL’s regular monthly book groups. New participants are always welcome!
Beyond the Book
The Innocence Project: Exoneree Michael Austin
Saturday, September 29 | 11am
Chestertown Branch
Michael Austin shares his journey to finding forgiveness after 27 years incarcerated for a crime he did not commit.
Eye-Witness to the Criminal Justice System
Saturday, October 13 | 10am
Chestertown Branch
Bridget Lowrie, J.D., explores the difficulties inherent to eye-witness testimony and its impact on the criminal justice system.
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Copyright for Writers: Fundamentals of Copyright Law, Protecting Your Work, and Avoiding Infringement
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Saturday, September 8 | 11am
Chestertown Branch
Join professor emerita Lynn McLain, J.D., to explore how writers can protect their own works and best avoid liability for infringement of others' rights.
Topics will include overviews of the scope of copyrightable subject matter, copyright registration, remedies for copyright infringement, and the concept of "fair use," as well as lightning introductions to trademark law, defamation law and the rights of privacy and publicity.
Questions welcomed and encouraged. All writers are welcome at this free workshop.
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Kids & Teens Workshop
Wednesday, September 12 | 3:30pm
Chestertown Branch
Adult Workshop
Wednesday, September 26 | 6pm
Chestertown Branch
Learn to Draw in three-dimensional space using 3Doodler pens!
Space is limited.
To register:
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Friday, September 21 | 5pm
Chestertown Branch
This event is for:
- Grown-Up Gamers
- Teen Tabletoppers
- Fun-Loving Families
- Kids with Cards
- Anyone Else Who Wants to Play Board Games
How do you play?
- Bring a favorite game to share OR choose from the many games that will be available.
- Connect with other board game fans.
This FREE all-ages, family-friendly event is a win for everyone!
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Fall Storytime Session
Begins September 18th!
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Preschool Storytime
Chestertown | 10am Tuesdays
North County | 10:30am Thursdays
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Chestertown | 11am Tuesdays
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A Storytime Visit with the Tooth Fairy's Helper!
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Thursday, September 27 | 10:30am
North County Branch
The Tooth Fairy’s Helper will be making a special appearance to share a message about oral health. She will dazzle with song and dance along with the help of puppets and marionettes.
Each child will receive a FREE Tooth Fairy Helper Kit which includes a children’s toothbrush, tooth paste, flossers, coloring/activity page and dental health/nutrition brochure.
Ages 2 to 5.
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NEW! Muzzy BBC Language Learning for Kids
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Multimedia, Multi-Award Winning Language Learning for Children
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Muzzy BBC immerses children in a new language, using video, games, an online recording studio, and other activities to make language learning fun and engaging for children as young as two.
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North County Branch Volunteer Opportunity
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KCPL is seeking volunteers for the North County Branch in Galena.
The perfect person for this opportunity will be:
- Able to commit to volunteering 12-2pm on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays
- Comfortable using a computer and willing to learn to use library software
- Comfortable interacting with the general public
If you're interested in this or other volunteer opportunities at KCPL, please fill out a
volunteer application.
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Download 50 Popular Magazines!
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The OverDrive collection now includes magazines! Use the
Libby app or read online on any internet-capable device.
Magazines are always available and you can check out as many titles as you'd like, because they
don't count toward the six item OverDrive borrowing limit for ebooks and audiobooks
Need help getting started? Drop by a
Tech Questions Answered session or talk to a librarian the next time you visit the library.
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New members are always welcome!
Whether you choose to attend a single session to discuss a particular book or decide to show up regularly, KCPL's book groups are free and open to everyone.
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Interested in joining us? Here's what we're discussing in September:
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Chestertown
The Book Group
1st Wednesday at 5pm
The Fire This Time: A New Generation Speaks about Race
edited by Jesmyn Ward
Kent Nonfiction Book Group
last Tuesday at 12pm
Gorbachev: His Life and Times
by William Taubman
Chestertown Book Group
last Wednesday at 4:30pm
A Man Called Ove
by Fredrik Backman
Literature with Lunch
last Thursday at 12pm
One Maryland One Book Discussion
Bloodsworth: The True Story of the First Death Row Inmate Exonerated by DNA Evidence
by Tim Junkin
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North County
Monday Evening Book Group
1st Monday at 6:30pm
One Maryland One Book Discussion
Bloodsworth: The True Story of the First Death Row Inmate Exonerated by DNA Evidence
by Tim Junkin
North County Afternoon Book Group
3rd Tuesday at 1pm
One Maryland One Book Discussion
Bloodsworth: The True Story of the First Death Row Inmate Exonerated by DNA Evidence
by Tim Junkin
Rock Hall
The Page Turners
2nd Friday at 1pm
Flight Behavior
by Barbara Kingsolver
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2nd & 4th Fridays | 3pm
Chestertown Branch
Bring your laptop, tablet, cell phone, or other device and your questions!
You'll work one-on-one or in small groups with library staff who will help you find answers, troubleshoot problems, and feel more confident using technology.
Learn how to download free eBooks, explore the many resources in KCPL's Digital Library, and build the skills you need to use technology efficiently.
Fridays don't work for you? No problem! You can also
set up an appointment for personalized help with basic technology questions.
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Chestertown Writers' Group
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1st & 3rd Thursdays | 4:30pm
Chestertown Branch
Writers of all experience levels are invited to join this supportive network of scribblers, word-lovers, hired pens, literary aficionados, and honest-to-goodness authors.
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Free Popcorn (and a movie)
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Monday Movies
Monday, September 10 | 2pm
Chestertown Branch
Book Club
Monday, September 17 | 2pm
Chestertown Branch
RBG
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24/7 Access from Anywhere
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Use your
online account
to check due dates, renew or request items, and set your account preferences.
If it's your first time logging in, you'll need the number on the back of your library card and your password will be the last four digits of your phone number. Once you log in, you can add a username and change your password.
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Monday, September 24
Chestertown Branch
3pm Finance Committee
4pm Board of Trustees Meeting
Meetings of the Board of Trustees are open and the public is welcome to attend. Minutes of board meetings and committee meetings are
available online.
Questions about the Board of Trustees?
Please ask
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