July 29th, 2025
August 2025: Your monthly update on events and programs at the Library
Here is a summary of the events and topics discussed in the interview from the Cecil TV library segment featuring Naomi Copenhaver, branch manager of the Perryville Public Library:
Library Services and Initiatives
Cooling Centers: All branches serve as air-conditioned safe spaces during hot weather.
ABCmouse: A new free educational resource offered through the library for early learners, accessible in branches or online with a library card.
Ongoing Programs
Summer Reading & Learning Program: Open to all ages with reading logs, prizes, and adult raffle entries (e.g., to win Crab Crawl tickets).
Upcoming Events (August)
Children & Families
Family Story times: Held at multiple branches with stories, songs, and play.
Turtle Dance Music – Reading Rocks (Aug 5, Elkton): Interactive, inclusive music and comedy show.
Science Guys – Color Our World (Aug 6, Cecilton): A science-themed presentation with experiments and demos.
Teens
Modern Art Workshop (Aug 17, Chesapeake City): Learn about and create pop art.
Stained Glass Mosaics (Aug 12, Perryville): Hands-on mosaic-making project.
Woodworking 101 (Aug 13, Northeast): Build a caddy organizer while learning basic woodworking skills.
Adults
Memory to Manuscript (Aug 9, Perryville): Author-led workshop on writing memoirs.
Author Visit – Jack Brubaker (Aug 13, Rising Sun): Talk on his book about the Paxton Boys and Indigenous history.
Senior Safety Seminar (Aug 27, Northeast): Presentation on scam prevention for older adults by state and local officials.
Special Event
Crab Crawl (Sept 13, Downtown North East): Crab-themed food stroll at local restaurants, with a raffle and auction benefiting library programs.
Stay Informed
Library Website: cecilcountylibrary.org for event registration, program details, and learning tools.
Newsletter: Library Link—monthly updates on programs and special initiatives.
