One-on-One Computer Help
Need help with computer, Internet, online application or resume skills? Do you have a tablet, laptop, or smartphone and don't know what to do? Would you like to use the library's e-resources but are not sure how to do that? Our digital specialist can help navigate you through the basics. Begin by going to http://tcfl.org/121techtraining/ to make an appointment.
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM    Mon, Dec 4th
Main Library
Lunch & Learn: Guest Speaker is Kristin Rutkowski
Kristin Rutkowski will share stories and photographs from her book, "Her Helm: Chesapeake Bay." The book highlights women who make their living on the Bay waters as ferry operators, captains and more. An exhibit of the portraits can be seen at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum thru September 2024. The Lunch & Learn Speakers series is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. The event is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be provided.
12:00 PM    Mon, Dec 4th
St. Michaels Branch
Social Services Case Managers at Talbot County Free Library, Easton
A Case Manager will be at the library on Mondays: 12/4; 12/11, and 12/18 from 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Provides free, confidential, one-on-one guidance from a local Social Services case manager. Case managers can help with: Housing and food assistance; medical benefits; home energy & water assistance; child support; protective services, referrals to other agencies; and much, much more! No appointment necessary. But appointments can be made by contacting: Erin Andrew, Talbot County Department of Social Services, 410-770-5895 or 410-253-0285, erin.andrew@maryland.gov
2:30 PM to 4:30 PM    Mon, Dec 4th
Main Library
Holiday Book Club
Ages 8-12. Enjoy reading, crafts and games. Registration limited and required at tcfl.org or by calling 410-822-1626. The books are available upon registration. We will be discussing today the book, "Penina Levine is a Potato Pancake" by Rebecca O'Connell.
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM    Mon, Dec 4th
Main Library
Toys for Tots: Donations Accepted
Join us as we collect toys for the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. Donations collected at the Easton library until Tuesday, December 12, 2023.
   Tue, Dec 5th
Main Library
Working Artists Forum Exhibit
The Working Artist Forum, a local group of professional artists, will be exhibiting small paintings from December 1, 2023 through January 31, 2024 in the Main Meeting room. The paintings are by 27 artists of a variety of subjects and presented in a variety of mediums including watercolor, oil and more. You can buy art directly from the artist with contact information on display with the art. Stop by and enjoy this wonderful exhibit.
   Tue, Dec 5th
Main Library
Story Time
Event held in the Childrens area at the Easton library. For children birth-5 years accompanied by parent or caregiver. Stories, songs and rhymes! Please register at tcfl.org or call 410-822-1626.
10:00 AM    Tue, Dec 5th
Main Library
Library branch in St. Michaels will open at 1:00 PM
The library branch in St. Michaels will open at 1:00 PM due to staff training.
1:00 PM    Tue, Dec 5th
St. Michaels Branch
St. Michaels branch closed today
The library branch in St. Michaels is closed today.
   Wed, Dec 6th
St. Michaels Branch
Library at Easton will open at 11:00 AM
The library in Easton will open at 11:00 AM due to a staff meeting.
11:00 AM    Wed, Dec 6th
Main Library
Stitch & Chat
Bring your own hand crafts and stitching projects and stitch with a group.
10:00 AM    Thu, Dec 7th
St. Michaels Branch
Movie: "Tora!, Tora!, Tora! -- Rated G
This film is a dramatization which chronicles the bombing of Pearl Harbor from both the Japanese and American points of view. Starring Martin Balsam, Joseph Cotton and E. G. Marshall. Rated G.
1:00 PM    Thu, Dec 7th
St. Michaels Branch
Book Sale at the St. Michaels Branch
The St. Michaels branch will have a book sale Saturday, December 9th-Saturday, December 16 during normal library hours. Start your holiday shopping and support the library.
   Sat, Dec 9th
St. Michaels Branch
Bay County Chorus Performance
The Bay County Chorus is the Easton, MD chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. Chartered in 1995, the chorus has been providing entertainment to citizens for over 25 years. Event is free and open to the public.
11:00 AM    Sat, Dec 9th
Main Library
One-on-One Computer Help
Need help with computer, Internet, online application or resume skills? Do you have a tablet, laptop, or smartphone and don't know what to do? Would you like to use the library's e-resources but are not sure how to do that? Our digital specialist can help navigate you through the basics. Begin by going to http://tcfl.org/121techtraining/ to make an appointment.
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM    Mon, Dec 11th
Main Library
Origami and Paper Crafts
For ages 10-Adult. Limit of 12. Please register by calling the St. Michaels Library at 410-745-5877.
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM    Mon, Dec 11th
St. Michaels Branch
Social Services Case Managers at Talbot County Free Library, Easton
A Case Manager will be at the library on Mondays: 12/4; 12/11, and 12/18 from 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Provides free, confidential, one-on-one guidance from a local Social Services case manager. Case managers can help with: Housing and food assistance; medical benefits; home energy & water assistance; child support; protective services, referrals to other agencies; and much, much more! No appointment necessary. But appointments can be made by contacting: Erin Andrew, Talbot County Department of Social Services, 410-770-5895 or 410-253-0285, erin.andrew@maryland.gov
2:30 PM to 4:30 PM    Mon, Dec 11th
Main Library
Library branch in St. Michaels to close at 4:00 p.m.
The library branch in St. Michaels will close at 4:00 p.m. for the library staff holiday party.
4:00 PM    Tue, Dec 12th
St. Michaels Branch
Library at Easton to close at 5:00 p.m.
The library at Easton will close at 5:00 p.m. for the library staff holiday party.
5:00 PM    Tue, Dec 12th
Main Library
Drop For Scotty Community Food Drive
Drop off canned and non-perishable goods during the months of November and December at the Easton library.
   Wed, Dec 13th
Main Library
St. Michaels Library Food Drive
The St. Michaels library is accepting canned and non-perishable goods until December 20. All goods donated will be given to the St. Michaels Community Center.
   Wed, Dec 13th
St. Michaels Branch
Story Time & Craft
For children 5 and under, accompanied by an adult. Pre-register by calling 410-745-5877.
10:30 AM    Wed, Dec 13th
St. Michaels Branch
Afternoon Chess
Recommended for ages 8-15. Learn and play chess. Snacks served. Please register at tcfl.org or call 410-822-1626.
4:30 PM    Wed, Dec 13th
Main Library
Memoir Writing
Thursday Writers will meet the second and fourth Thursday of the month at St. Michaels Library, in person. Learn how to preserve your family's history by writing and sharing your stories. Please pre-register for this program by calling 410-745-5877.
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM    Thu, Dec 14th
St. Michaels Branch
Young Gardeners: Holiday Wreath Making
For children in grades 1-4. Please register for this STEM event at tcfl.org or call 410-822-1626. Event is sponsored by the Talbot County Garden Club.
4:00 PM    Thu, Dec 14th
Main Library
Create Marbleized Paper
For ages 8-17. Dress in old clothes in case paint splatters. Create marbleized paper for various art projects/gifts. Must pre-register by calling St. Michaels library at 410-745-5877.
4:00 PM    Thu, Dec 14th
St. Michaels Branch
Talbot County Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Book Club
Meeting held in the Easton Library: Main Meeting Room. Read all three of the following books and then choose one recipe. "Black Food: Stories, Art, and Recipes from the African Diaspora" by Bryant Terry; "New Native Kitchen: Celebrating Modern Recipes of the American Indian" by Freddie Bitsoie & James Fraioli; "The Latin American Cookbook" by Virgilio Martinez (Author) & Nicholas Gill (Contributor). To register, visit http://www.tcfl.org/bookclub/
6:00 PM    Thu, Dec 14th
Main Library
Holiday Gift Wrapping
Join the library for a holiday gift wrapping experience! Stop by the Easton Library on Friday, December 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to wrap your own gifts with complimentary wrapping paper and supplies. Festive music, coffee, cookies and a new friend will also be provided. For more information, call (410) 822-1626 or visit www.tcfl.org today!
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM    Fri, Dec 15th
Main Library
MY Tech Clinic
Free help with technology ranging from, but not limited to, laptops, cell phones, setting up accounts, and Microsoft Office.
1:30 PM to 4:30 PM    Sat, Dec 16th
Main Library
One-on-One Computer Help
Need help with computer, Internet, online application or resume skills? Do you have a tablet, laptop, or smartphone and don't know what to do? Would you like to use the library's e-resources but are not sure how to do that? Our digital specialist can help navigate you through the basics. Begin by going to http://tcfl.org/121techtraining/ to make an appointment.
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM    Mon, Dec 18th
Main Library
Social Services Case Managers at Talbot County Free Library, Easton
A Case Manager will be at the library on Mondays: 12/4; 12/11, and 12/18 from 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Provides free, confidential, one-on-one guidance from a local Social Services case manager. Case managers can help with: Housing and food assistance; medical benefits; home energy & water assistance; child support; protective services, referrals to other agencies; and much, much more! No appointment necessary. But appointments can be made by contacting: Erin Andrew, Talbot County Department of Social Services, 410-770-5895 or 410-253-0285, erin.andrew@maryland.gov
2:30 PM to 4:30 PM    Mon, Dec 18th
Main Library
Holiday Book Club
Ages 8-12. Enjoy reading, crafts and games. Registration limited and required at tcfl.org or by calling 410-822-1626. The books are available upon registration. We will be discussing today the book, "Top Elf" by Caleb Zane Huett.
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM    Mon, Dec 18th
Main Library