July 2nd, 2026
Bugs, Dinosaurs, Books & Beyond: July at Cecil County Public Library
Big Things Happening at CCPL
Sumer Reading – Our all-ages Summer Reading & Learning Program is happening now! This year’s theme is Unearth a Story, and we have Summer Reading programs happening at every branch. Come on in and get your log! For Kids and Teens – Keep track of each day that you read tis summer and complete fun reading challenges. For every 10 days of reading, earn a reading reward and a chance to win a special prize! For adults – For each completed challenge, bring your Reading Passport to any branch to receive a stamp, a themed bookmark, and an entry for a chance to win a “Book Lover’s Basket.”
Summer Lunches – Free Summer Lunches are available Monday through Friday from 12:00–12:30 PM at the Elkton and North East Branches. Prepared meals are provided at no cost for children and teens ages 18 and under through the Cecil County Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services as part of the USDA Summer Food Service Program.
Upcoming Programs for Kids & Families
Reptile Wonders: Beautiful Bugs
July 1| Elkton and Rising Sun
This one is actually for kids and teens. Join Reptile Wonders: The Nature Center on the Go, for a hands-on interactive program featuring several different insects and arachnids. Learn where the animals are found, what they eat, what eats them, and some unique characteristic about each bug.
Dino Discovery Live!
July 11 | Perryville
Travel back to the age of dinosaurs with Dino Discovery Live! Explore fascinating dino facts, see real fossils, and meet live reptiles and birds—including lizards, snakes, and other amazing animals with prehistoric roots.
Black Belt Basics
July 16 | Chesapeake City
July 20 | Cecilton Community Center
July 23 | Rising Sun and Elkton
Get moving with instructors from Impact Martial Arts! Learn basic martial arts techniques, practice fun drills, and build strength, coordination, confidence, and focus in this active, beginner-friendly program.
Upcoming Programs for Teens
Start Up Cecil
July 20-23 | North East
Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs in grades 6–10! In this half-day, camp-style workshop, teens will meet local business owners, explore the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, participate in hands-on brainstorming activities, and create their own business plan. The program concludes with a final showcase where participants will pitch their ideas to a panel of judges.
Escape Jurassic Park!
July 7 | North East
July 25 | Perryville
Can you survive Jurassic Park? Work together to solve prehistoric puzzles, crack codes, and complete exciting challenges before time runs out. Use your teamwork and problem-solving skills to escape in this thrilling escape room adventure!
Pressed Pendants
July 14 | Rising Sun
Create a one-of-a-kind pressed clay pendant with local artist Maggie Creshkoff! Learn simple clay techniques as you design and decorate a beautiful keepsake inspired by nature.
Upcoming Programs for Adults
Music in the Library: The Honey Badgers
July 8 | North East
Enjoy an evening of heartfelt folk music with The Honey Badgers, a touring Americana duo known for thoughtful lyrics, lively fiddle tunes, rich harmonies, and engaging performances.
Nick Caloyianis: The Shark Man of Baltimore
June 9 | Elkton
Join Oscar and Emmy Award–winning underwater filmmaker Nick Caloyianis for a presentation on his 30-year career filming sharks around the world. The first to document Greenland shark in Arctic waters in 1995, Nick will share stories from the field and discuss how his collaborations with marine biologists led to groundbreaking discoveries.
Lake Malawi and the Great Lakes of Africa
July 21 | Chesapeake City
Journey through Africa’s spectacular Great Lakes region with Foreign Service Officer and world traveler Ed Denny. Discover the beauty, wildlife, and rich culture of Malawi—the “Warm Heart of Africa”—and learn why this remarkable region is so important to the world.
Music in the Library: Charlie Zahm
July 30 | Elkton
Celebrate 250 years of American independence with singer and guitarist Charlie Zahm. Enjoy an inspiring concert of patriotic and folk songs from the Revolutionary era, along with the stories behind the music that helped shape a nation.
How to Get All the Details
Want to register for programs or see all our upcoming events? Visit www.cecilcountylibrary.org
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