January 9th, 2026
January 2025: Your monthly update on events and programs at the Library
1/9/26 – Cecil TV – Naomi Copenhaver, Perryville Library Branch Manager
Happy New Year from the Perryville Branch! If you haven’t had a chance to visit this location of CCPL, add it to your list. This branch offers an incredible collection of books, computer access, quiet spaces, a family gathering area, teen room and a meeting room for patrons to use.
What’s Happening at CCPL???
Adult Winter Reading – Winter Reading started on December 15th and goes till February 28th. Come to any branch to pick up your Winter Reading log, then fill in the circle for each challenge you complete to earn a free raffle ticket with a chance to win a Book Lovers Basket! We do ask that everyone registers for Winter Reading so you can do that on our webpage or in person at any branch location.
Chesapeake City Branch Reopening – Last Monday, January 5th after some renovations, our Chesapeake City branch reopened to the public. It is now open 6 days a week so please go visit my buddies over in Chesapeake City and see their beautiful branch!
Upcoming Programs for Kids & Families
Family Storytimes
Several Days throughout the Month | All Branches!
CCPL Family Storytimes feature stories, rhymes, music, and play for families with children from birth to age 5. Exciting news – Perryville is once again offering Family Storytime, beginning Friday, January 23rd. We can’t wait to see you there!
Fingertip Literacy: Discovering Braille
January 15 | Chesapeake City
Explore accessibility and inclusivity during National Braille Literacy Month by learning about the history of Braille, discovering vision differences through hands-on activities, and creating your name in Braille.
Sound Effect Live Theater
January 21 | North East
Discover the history of sound effects in film and try your hand at it yourself through a fun, collaborative storytelling activity.
Upcoming Programs for Teens
Homeschool Connect
January 12 | Elkton
Meet at the library for hands-on activities while building connections with other homeschooling families. Enjoy a welcoming space to learn, socialize, and share ideas with other homeschoolers.
Art Lab: Vision Board
January 22 | Perryville
Create your own virtual vision board and flex your collage skills to map out your hopes and hobbies in the new year!
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens
January 22 | Chesapeake City
Learn how to play the world’s most popular tabletop RPG. All materials provided and no previous experience required.
Upcoming Programs for Adults
Ancient Archeoastronomy in Modern Design
January 13 | North East
Professional architect Ed Rahme will discuss how ancient astronomy influenced the construction of ancient communities, and how this wisdom can inform and elevate modern architectural design.
Sourdough Basics
January 21 | Rising Sun
Good Grain Bread Company owner, Esther Schultz, will discuss and give a demonstration on sourdough bread. Learn how to maintain a sourdough starter as well as basic bread making techniques and tips to make your own homemade sourdough breads.
Habit Shift Mindset
January 22 | Cecilton Community Center
This interactive program offers scientific insights into how habits are formed and how they can be changed through practical, relevant, and personalized strategies.
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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