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To serve the people of Wicomico County by supporting learning, enriching lives, and building community. UPCOMING CLOSINGS
All locations of Wicomico Public Libraries will be closed on the following dates: Good Friday - Friday, March 30 Easter - Sunday, April 1
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BOOK F E S T I VA L
APRIL 19 - MAY 19
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Maida Finch, Ph.D. - Chairperson Michele Canopii, Ph.D. - Vice Chairperson H. Scott Duncan, Ph.D. - Treasurer Audrey Orr - Secretary Richard Duvall, Esq. George Demko, Ph.D. James L. Otway, Esq. Richard Keenan, Ph.D. Susan M. Bounds Marc Kilmer - County Council Representative Jim Ireton - City Council Liaison EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Andrea Berstler, MLS, MLIS 2018 BOARD MEETINGS
February 13, 2018 April 10, 2018 June 12, 2018 August 14, 2018 October 9, 2018 December 11, 2018
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
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A 1 month series of fun, family-friendly events, designed to inspire children and adults to read. Visit wicomicolibrar y.org for a list of participating events.
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THOUGHTS FROM OUR DIRECTOR
WELCOME SPRING
As we welcome spring, we look forward to getting outside, enjoying more daylight and better weather. We want you to know you can take the Library with you. Whether you are on the beach, in the mountains, or just out your back door our online library is ready to provide you with your next book, a magazine to browse, an audiobook to listen to, or streaming movies and music. All for free. You just need your library card. Your students have the same access with their Wicomico County Public School’s Student Virtual Card. Over the next few weeks, we will be completing the process of making a new strategic plan, preparing for Summer Reading, putting the finishing touches on this year’s Salisbury Book Festival, and preparing to welcome thousands of visitors to the Downtown area for the National Folk Festival. As we continue to work to make this the best public library for our community, we hope that you will share your thoughts and ideas on what that library should look like and what it should do. This is your public library and we hope you will take advantage of everything it offers to you and your family. Andrea Berstler, Executive Director
Friends of Wicomico Public Libraries
FRIENDS-ONLY PREVIEW SALE!
THURSDAY, MAR. 22 5-7 PM FOR CURRENT FRIENDS ONLY. Must bring Friends membership card!
BIANNUAL BOOK SALE DOWNTOWN LIBRARY MARCH 23, 24, 25 Friday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4:30 pm
NOT A FRIENDS MEMBER? JOIN TODAY!
Sunday 1 pm - 4:30 pm
Downtown Library Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: Tue & Thu: Sun (9/10/17 - 5/27/18):
Adult | Downtown Library BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP A monthly book club that meets at the Downtown Library. We will read and discuss a new book each month. Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly 2:00 pm Thursday | Mar. 1 Citizen: An American Lyric by Claudia Rankine 2:00 pm Thursday | Apr. 5 Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance 2:00 pm Thursday | May 3 SUNDAY YARNS This program is for crocheters and knitters of all levels. Bring a project and join us for an afternoon of fun. 2:00 pm Sunday | Mar. 4 May 6 ZUMBA WITH DEE! Join Zumba instructor Deatrice Livingston for weekly exercise in Meeting Room 1. Children under 16 years of age need to be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. 5:30 pm Tuesday | Mar. 6, 13, 27 Apr. 3, 17, 24 May 1 EXPRESS YOURSELF WITH YARN Do you like to knit or crochet? Would you like to learn? Come join us for an evening of creativity! We’ll provide knitting needles, crochet hooks and yarn to use for the evening. Or bring your own. Open to all ages. 6:00 pm Tuesday | Mar. 6 Apr. 3 May 1 POETRY READING WITH ADAM TAVEL Join local poet Adam Tavel as he reads from his new book of poetry. 6:00 pm Thursday | Apr. 5
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410-749-3612 10 am - 5 pm 10 am - 8 pm 1 - 5 pm
LEGAL CLINIC AT YOUR LIBRARY Join us at the library to get free legal advice from lawyers in the field. Some of the issues the legal experts can address: • • • • • • • • •
Bankruptcy—Chapter 7 Expungements & Shielding Birth Certificates Debt and Consumer Disputes Foreclosures Deed Changes Name Changes Income Tax Disputes Divorce & Custody
Visit the Downtown Branch or call (410) 749-3612 ext. 127 to sign-up. 2:00 pm Wednesday | Apr. 11 MOVIE MATINÉES AT YOUR LIBRARY No more waiting in theater lines or on library hold lists to see a new movie. Come enjoy a matinée featuring titles that are in high demand. No one younger than age 18 will be admitted to an R-rated movie without a parent or guardian. Hidden Figures (PG) 2:00 pm Saturday | Mar. 24
Kingsman: The Golden Circle (R) 2:00 pm Saturday | May 26
Dunkirk (PG-13) 2:00 pm Saturday | Apr. 28 POETRY READING WITH SUE ELLEN THOMPSON Ms.Thompson will read select poems from her past work. Thompson’s poems have been included in the Best American Poetry series, read many times on National Public Radio by Garrison Keillor, and featured in U.S. Poet Laureate Ted Kooser’s nationally syndicated newspaper column. 6:00 pm Tuesday | Apr. 24 THE ART AND CRAFT OF COFFEE Join us as we welcome Rise Up Coffee as they discuss the art and craft of coffee. We will learn all about how coffee goes from plant to cup and how local brewers create that perfect beverage. Coffee will be served! 6:00 pm Tuesday | May 15
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Children & all ages | Downtown Library
WEEKLY
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: Tue & Thu: Sun (9/10/17 - 5/27/18):
LAPTIME FOR BABIES Wow! Our baby’s brains are developing so fast! Join us for finger plays, songs, stories, and fun for ages 0-23 months with a caregiver. 10:30 am & 11:15 am Tuesday | Mar. 6, 13 Apr. 3, 10 May 1, 8 TIME 4 TWOS Storytime for 2 year olds. Stories, music, singing, fingerplays, simple crafts, and much more. Designed to introduce young children to the joys of reading and encourage reading at home. 10:30 am Friday | Mar. 2, 9 Apr. 6, 13 May 4, 11 READ-A-LONG WITH ROSIE For ages 5 -11 and their parents & caregivers. Make a theme-related craft, enjoy singing with guitar and cd accompaniment, interactive stories, and light refreshments. 6:30 pm Thursday | Mar. 15 Apr. 19 May 17 3-5’S STORY TIME All 3, 4, and 5 year olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, fingerplays, songs, and a take-home craft during our half hour program. 10:30 am Wednesday | Mar. 7, 14, 21 Apr. 4, 11, 18 May 2, 9, 16
10 am - 5 pm 10 am - 8 pm 1 - 5 pm
DOG DAYS - PAWS TO READ This program allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5-7 minutes. Children must be 4-12 years old, accompanied by an adult and not have any allergies to dogs. Permission slip must be signed by parent/guardian and presented at the program. 2:00 pm 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month
Help your child get ready for kindergarten by attending a fun and engaging story time!
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Join us every Sunday as kids get to take part in hands on projects, crafts and activities focusing on science, technology, arts and more. Sunday afternoons - 2:00 pm LEGO CHALLENGE! The LEGO Challenge is open! Children ages 5-11 are constructing with LEGOs, learning about their community and world, and building skills and confidence. Thursday afternoons - 3:30 pm 2:00 pm Saturday | Mar. 10, 24 Apr. 14, 28 May 12, 26 BETH OHLSSON-OUR LOCAL STORYTELLER AND OUR LOCAL TREASURE Local Storyteller Beth Ohlsson takes us to that “Once Upon a Time” place with her words. Ages 6 and older. 11:00 am Saturday | Mar. 17 Apr. 21 May 19
READ ACROSS AMERICA Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with special guests from our community reading some of their favorite Dr. Seuss books! A free book will be given to each child. This program is brought to you by the Salisbury Jaycees. 10:30 am Saturday | Mar. 3
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Teen | Downtown Library
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Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: Tue & Thu: Sun (9/10/17 - 5/27/18):
TEEN OTAKU CLUB Members meet the second Tuesday of each month to talk about manga and watch a member-selected anime movie/show. Open to ages 12-18 only.
10 am - 5 pm 10 am - 8 pm 1 - 5 pm
LET US HELP YOUR CHILD SUCCEED IN SCHOOL
6:00 pm Tuesday | Mar. 13 Apr. 10 May 8
TAC (TEEN ADVISORY COUNCIL) Want to help choose the books, movies and music we buy for the Teen Lounge? Have ideas about the programs we schedule for teens? Come have some PIZZA while we talk about what you’d like to see, and earn 1.5 service hours. Ages 12-18. 6:00 pm Tuesday | Mar. 20 Apr. 17 May 15
Homework Help Center Students grades K-12 can get FREE assistance with homework and school projects at the Downtown Library throughout the school year. ROBOTICS CLUB Explore the world of robotics and coding! For ages 10 and older. 6:00 pm Thursday | Mar. 1, 15 Apr. 5, 19 May 3, 17
Free use of school supplies, laptops, iPads, and color printouts for school related assignments!
HOMEWORK HELP CENTER HOURS Downtown Library 410-749-3612 ext 125
SATURDAY GAMING AT THE LOUNGE Come play your favorite Wii U, PS2 and Xbox Kinect games at the Teen Lounge Game Room! Open to ages 12-18. Saturday afternoons - 1:00 pm
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Adult | Centre Branch Library STITCH FOR A BIT Knitters, crocheters, and others who enjoy related crafts are welcome to bring their projects and join our craft group. All skill levels welcome! Come share your projects, get some advice, and make new friends! Registration is required. 6:30 pm Monday | Mar. 19 Apr. 16 May 21 A CROSS-CULTURAL PERSPECTIVE OF GARDENING AND GARDENS This brief lecture explores the diverse ways people perceive the act of gardening and gardens themselves. Recommended ages 13 and older. 6:30 pm Tuesday | Mar. 20 CRAFTY SPRING CREATIONS Come join us in crafting something new for the spring season. We will feature a different craft each session so don’t miss out - spring is here! Decorating Flower Pots 10:30 am Saturday | Mar. 10
Hanging Grapevine Birdbaths 10:30 am Saturday | May 12
Teacup Fairy Gardens 10:30 am Saturday | Apr. 14 INSPIRATIONS: A POETRY WRITING WORKSHOP WITH GERRY LAFEMINA This workshop will focus on generating new writing by giving participants a variety of prompts designed to give them new sources of inspiration and formal/poetic challenges. 1:15 pm Saturday | Apr. 7 MEMORY IN POETRY WORKSHOP WITH GERRY LAFEMINA For ages 60 and older. Learn all about freeing your inner memory with special guest poet, Gerry LaFemina. Seniors will explore memory through a careful study of imagery and specific captured moments throughout famous poems, then write their own memory-based poems. 3:00 pm Saturday | Apr. 7
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Salisbury READS
AN ANNUAL EVENT ENCOURAGING WICOMICO COUNTY RESIDENTS TO READ AND DISCUSS THE SAME BOOK. F U N D I N G TO P U R C H A S E T H E B O O K S WA S P R O V I D E D B Y T H E C O M M U N I T Y F O U N D AT I O N O F T H E E A S T E R N S H O R E .
PICK UP A FREE C O P Y O F HILLBILLY ELEGY AT Y O U R L O C A L L I B R A RY B R A N C H
READ THE BOOK AND SHARE IT WITH A FRIEND
DISCUSS THE BOOK. THERE WILL BE A COMMUNITY DISCUSSION AT T H E D O W N T O W N L I B R A R Y T H U R S D AY, M AY 1 7 AT 6 P M .
2018 SALISBURY READS SELECTION
Centre Branch
Children & all ages | Centre Branch Library LEGO CHALLENGE! The LEGO Challenge is open! Children ages 5-11 are constructing with LEGOs, learning about their community and world, and building skills and confidence. Saturday mornings - 10:30 am
Join us as kids get to take part in hands-on projects, crafts and activities focusing on science, technology, arts and more. Saturday afternoons - 4:00 pm KIDS CRAFT Drop in for a fun and engaging craft. Ages 5 and older. 10:30 am Saturday | Mar. 17 Apr. 21 May 19
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WEE CRAFT A kids craft for the little ones. Recommended for ages 2 and older. Rainbows 10:30 am Saturday | Mar. 3
Mother’s Day Gifts 10:30 am Saturday | May 5
Celebrating Spring 10:30 am Saturday | Apr. 14 WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH - MAD SCIENTISTS! We’re mad for science! Join us for fun, kooky science experiments and learn about notable women in science. Recommended for ages 6 and older. 10:30 am Saturday | Mar. 24
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Teen | Centre Branch Library INTRODUCTION TO ARDUINO Arduino? What’s an Arduino? Come in and learn about these little electronics boards that can be programmed to blink lights, run motors and read sensors. You can use them to make projects like robots, cosplay lighting effects, and other ‘smart’ projects. This class will get you started with the basics. No experience needed, just a desire to learn something new. You will need to bring your own laptop to install the Arduino programming software. Registration is required. 6:00 pm Tuesday | Mar. 6 Apr. 3 May 1 THE ARDUINO HOBBYIST GROUP Come join us as we learn how to make Arduino projects work. See how to use lights, motors, sensors and other peripherals with your Arduino and make awesome projects! We will also take time to discuss projects that group members are making and help make them successful. Participation in this group assumes a basic knowledge of how Arduinos work, either from prior knowledge or through our Introduction to Arduino class. Please bring a laptop with the Arduino software installed. Registration is required. 6:00 pm Tuesday | Mar. 13, 27 Apr. 10, 24 May 8, 22
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Want to work at a tech company? Get your start with a Girls Who Code Club! Girls Who Code Clubs are FREE programs for 6th - 12th grade girls to explore coding in a fun and friendly way. Use computer science to impact your community and join our sisterhood of supportive peers and role models. 1:00 pm Saturday afternoons starting Mar. 24 STORYTELLERS - EPIC POEMS Join us for this 3 part workshop and expand your creative writing realm in a pressure-free environment. For ages 13 and older. 6:30 pm Friday | Apr. 6, 13, 20 ANIME CLUB Have an interest in manga and anime? Join the Anime Club! Each month we will focus on a new theme. For ages 13 and older.
SONG LYRIC WORKSHOP WITH GERRY LAFEMINA For high school students. The relationship between melody and language, between rhythm and “story,” between lyrics and lyricism will be explored, as will focus on hooks, familiarity and surprise, and phrasing. Students are encouraged to bring instruments! Registration is required. 11:00 am Saturday | Apr. 7 10
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Fan Art 6:30 pm Thursday | Mar. 29
Otaku Food 6:30 pm Thursday | May 31
Japanese Games 6:30 pm Thursday | Apr. 26 ROBOTICS CLUB Explore the world of robotics and coding! For ages 10 and older. 6:00 pm Wednesday | Mar. 14 Apr. 11, 25 May 9, 23
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Adult | Pittsville Branch Library
Mon - Sat Sun:
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10 am - 6 pm Closed
HEALTHY YOU SERIES You have just been diagnosed with a disease, what do you do now? Join us as we welcome a local health professional who will be speaking with us regarding life after diagnoses, including healthy eating, exercise and lifestyle changes. Food samples will be provided as well as a question and answer period. Registration is required.
FAIRY GARDENS WITH JANELLE Join us as we welcome Janelle Willey back to the Library. She will teach us how to make a small table top fairy garden for our home. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required. Space is limited.
“I Have Diabetes, Now What?” 4:00 pm Monday | Mar. 12
SEED BOMBS - GUERRILLA GARDENING Come to the branch and learn all about Guerrilla Gardening and how to make Seed Bombs (Green Grenades). A fun way to garden without a lot of work or having to own the land. Let’s beautify our area one flower at a time! Fun for the whole family. Registration is required.
“I Have High Blood Pressure, Now What?” 4:00 pm Monday | Apr. 16 “I Have Heart Disease, Now What?” 4:00 pm Monday | May 21
10:00 am Monday | Apr. 23
3:00 pm Wednesday | May 9
PYSANKA - UKRAINIAN EGGS Join us as we learn the ancient art of Pysanky or Ukrainian Easter egg decorating. We will adorn real eggs with traditional Ukrainian folk designs. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required, space is limited.
LOCAL HOME BREWING - TIPS FROM THE PROS Join us as we welcome local brewer Michael Piorunski of Evolution Craft Brewing who will be speaking about local home brewing including infusing flavor into brewing water to influence beer flavor while featuring Eastern Shore ingredients and how to use them in beer. Open for brewers of all skill levels. Registration is required.
6:00 pm Tuesday | Mar. 20
4:00 pm Saturday | May 12
“WHAT’S MY PASSION?” - FINDING YOUR CAREER NICHE IN A DIGITAL WORLD Learn about free online training, test preparations, self enhancement activities and other free resources to help further your career or find and begin a new one. Registration is required, space is limited.
BAD ART NIGHT We will set out a crazy pile of wild, weird, and normal arts and craft materials. You can make as many pieces of Bad Art as you can in the allotted time. The last 30 minutes we will have a special show and award bad prizes to the worst pieces. Registration is required. Space is limited.
4:00 pm Tuesday | Apr. 10
6:00 pm Tuesday | May 15
THE AMAZING RACE - LIBRARY EDITION In this special Library edition teams will race around the world (figuratively) completing challenges to win tiny prizes (no million dollars...sorry!). The team that completes the challenges in the least amount of time, wins the race. Bring your own team or join one already here. Fun to be had! Registration is required.
INDOOR CORNHOLE AT THE BRANCH Have you ever wanted to try cornhole? Now you can at the Library no matter what the weather is outside. Come try it indoors and see if you like it. Leagues will be forming in the spring. Drop-ins welcome!
4:00 pm Wednesday | Apr. 18
4:00 pm Wednesday | May 16
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Children & all ages | Pittsville Branch Library
Mon - Sat Sun:
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10 am - 6 pm Closed
HOMEWORK HELP CENTER Skilled and dedicated volunteers are available to provide homework assistance to students in grades K-12. Tuesday & Thursday afternoons - 3:00 pm
Join us every Thursday as kids get to take part in hands-on projects, crafts and activities focusing on science, technology, arts and more. Drop-ins welcome! Thursday afternoons - 3:00 pm CRAFTERNOONS FOR KIDS Join us the first Tuesday of each month as we learn a new fun craft. Drop-ins welcome. Rainsticks 3 pm Tuesday | Apr. 3
Tie Dye Art 3 pm Tuesday | May 1
Project READ seminars and workshops SELF-ADVOCACY WORKSHOP James Tobat â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Job Developer from Dove Pointe will be talking to the learners about advocating for themselves (financially, medically, educationally, etc.). Adult learner enrollment only. Wednesday, March 7 10 am - 12 pm | Downtown Library INTERNET AND SOCIAL MEDIA SECURITY Kara will advise the adult learners on how to safely navigate the internet and social media sites to avoid scams, fraud and identity theft. Adult learner enrollment only. Thursday, April 12 10 am - 12 pm | Downtown Library Room 1 SELF EMPLOYMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP The adult learners will receive information on starting their own small businesses. Please register. This event is open to all library members. Wednesday, April 18 10 am - 12 pm | Downtown Library DRIVERS EDUCATION WORKSHOP We will discuss the non-traditional ways that low literacy individuals can be compliant and obtain their license with assistance taking the assessment test. Light refreshments will be served. Please register. This event is open to all library members. Wednesday, May 9 10 am - 12 pm | Downtown Libary If you or someone you know is in need of literacy assistance or if you are interested in volunteering, please call 410-749-3612 x159 or email wcurtis@wicomico.org
NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK is APRIL 8–14, 2018 “Discover your passions and achieve your goals at the library.”
— M I S T Y COPE L A N D
MISTY COPELAND
Life in Motion Photo Credit Gregg Delman
National Library Week Honorary Chair As the first African American principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre, Misty Copeland’s leadership inspires young people to pursue their dreams regardless of the challenges they encounter. She is the author of several bestselling books, including Ballerina Body, published in March 2017.
LIBRARIES LEAD Spring 2018
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Introd ucing t he new St udent Virtua l Card! How do I use my Student Virtual Card? Your Student Virtual Card works just like a regular library card. No plastic card is required. Your card number is WCPS plus your meal number. For example, WCPS12345. When you visit the library and check out a book, just tell the staff member that you are a Wicomico County Public School student and tell them your meal number. Or show them your student id.
IF YOU ARE A WICOMICO COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENT IN GRADES 1-12 YOU NOW HAVE ACCESS TO THE
What can I do with my student card? • • • •
Check out 5 print materials (no audio-visual) Use any computer at Wicomico Public Libraries Access our professional databases online Access eBooks, audiobooks, digital magazines, digital movies and music using our online library
INFORMATION AND SERVICES OFFERED AT WICOMICO PUBLIC LIBRARIES! ALL ACCOUNTS ARE FINE-FREE.
Access all of these databases and more with your Student Virtual Card.
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