TCFL Centennial Events

It's that time of year! Talbot County Free Library's Children's Summer Reading Program runs from June 1st to August 15th. Stop by either branch of the Library to pick up a gameboard and learn how to win fun prizes! All game boards must be turned in by August 15 to be entered into a drawing.

For every 10th book children read, they can also come select an additional prize from the prize bucket.

Prizes include tickets to local and state attractions, giant stuffed animals, and more!

For ages birth - 18 years

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Talbot County Free Library - Easton

Come help the Talbot County Free Library celebrate its 100th Anniversary by participating in a special 100th themed trivia night!

Join us for a fun evening of trivia in celebration of the 100th - bring friends and compete with your team to become trivia champions.

Teams of 1-4 welcome - free admission!

Prizes and light refreshments provided.

Talbot County Free Library - Easton

Join us in celebrating the Library's 100th Birthday with a party that's fun for the whole family!

Experience the magic of Little John's Gigantic Bubble Show and explore different size and types of bubbles with Little John in this fun, interactive program. See volcano bubbles, smoke bubbles, and get surrounded by a giant bubble!

Enjoy cake and special treats, crafts and activities, readings of story-time favorites, and more.

This is a free event, with no registration required.

Join us for an evening of excitement with international bestselling author Elin Hilderbrand at the renowned Oaks Waterfront Hotel in Royal Oak, Maryland.

In what promises to be an elegant evening, guests can expect to receive a copy of Elin's newest book, The Academy (releasing September 16, 2025) - a colorful tale of New England boarding school life, co-written with Elin's daughter, Shelby Cunningham. Enjoy hearing from Elin while you sip on a glass of complimentary wine and snack on upscale hors d'oeuvres. To round off the evening, Elin will be holding a book signing and photo opportunity.

This event also features a cash bar and local vendors. The Smokey Cat Lavender Farm and Wrabyn Boutique will both have booths at the event, as will Browseabout Books, who will be selling additional copies of The Academy and other titles by Elin.

Tickets can be purchased for $100 per person starting July 31st. Tickets are limited to four per order. Multiple orders are permitted.

Event attendance is limited to 175 guests.

The Frederick Douglass Honor Society, the Talbot County Free Library, the Town of Easton, and Talbot County are proud to present the 2025 Frederick Douglass Day. Events held in town and at the library. The day celebrates the legacy of Frederick Douglass and includes fun and educational activities for all ages, including a parade, a children's village, speeches from community leaders, music, food, a lecture at the library and much more.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating a cornerstone of our community — the Talbot County Free Library.

Inspired by our roots in the 1920s, this special event will feature live music, exceptional food and drinks, and a VIP reception for sponsors — all in the company of friends, neighbors, and fellow library supporters.

By purchasing a ticket, you’re not just attending a great evening — you’re investing in the future of our community. Your support directly funds the library’s innovative programs, essential services, and welcoming spaces that inspire learning, creativity, and connection for all ages.

Together, we can ensure the Talbot County Free Library remains a vibrant, accessible hub for generations to come.

Dress to impress in cocktail attire, and come ready to celebrate, connect, and support a cause that truly matters. We can’t wait to share this special night with you.

Check back soon for ticket sales and sponsorship opportunities.

10:00 a.m. | Talbot County Free Library - Easton

Learn about the Tilghman Family and how they navigated a difficult time during the Revolutionary War. Colonel Tench Tilghman was a patriot and George Washington’s longest-serving aide-de-camp (i.e., personal secretary) during the war. His father, James Tilghman, was a loyalist. His uncle, Matthew Tilghman, was the “father of the revolution in Maryland” and one of his brothers served in the British Navy during the war.

Discover how the members of the Tilghman family managed to maintain strong familial relationships and bonds of affection even though they chose different sides of the conflict during a time when the citizens of our nation were very divided, much as we are today.

Learn lessons from the behaviors demonstrated by members of the Tilghman family and George Washington that allowed this family to preserve their caring relationships during this tumultuous period of America’s early history.