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Library News

TCFL to Close Early on 2/9/26

TCFL will be closing early at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 9th due to a scheduled strategic planning meeting.

We will reopen at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 10th.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

Help Us Shape the Future of TCFL!

The Library is creating a new 3-year Strategic Plan to guide our work and better serve the community. As part of this process, we want to hear from you to make sure the plan reflects the needs and priorities of Talbot County residents.

We invite you to help shape the future of the Talbot County Free Library by completing THIS survey by February 25, 2026. All survey responses are anonymous and will be collected and summarized by our planning consultant, Due East, and shared with our staff, Board, and Strategic Planning Committee.

If you would like to be entered into a raffle for one of several $50 Visa gift cards, please provide your email address at the end of the survey. The gift card drawing will take place on February 26. If you are selected, you will receive an email from Due East. Please bring that email to the Circulation Desk to pick up your gift card.

Thank you for your time and for sharing your thoughts.

Featured Adult Programming

Understanding the Business of Talbot County Session 1

Tuesday, February 17th

5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Easton Branch

Join Talbot County Council members Pete Lesher and Lynn Mielke for an engaging look at how Talbot County is organized and how it operates — from the County Council and departments that keep things running smoothly, to the boards, commissions, and committees where citizens can lend their voices and expertise. This program is presented in partnership with Chesapeake Forum.

Session 2 will be held on March 2nd.

This class is free and open to the public, to register please visit the link below.

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Community Gardens with Teresa Speight

Tuesday, February 24th

11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Easton Branch

Join us for the Talbot County Garden Club's free winter lecture series! We welcome author and gardener Teresa Speight, who will speak about the benefits of community gardens, how to create a successful community garden, and the treasures that African American gardeners have passed along in their appreciation for the gifts of the soil. This program is presented in partnership with the Talbot County Garden Club.

This program is free and open to the public; no registration is required.

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For more events, visit our online events calendar!

Events Calendar

Featured Youth Programming

Picture Book Read Aloud: Timothy O'Toole, a Cat's Tale!

Saturday, February 7th

10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Easton Branch

Meet children's book author, Maire McArdle, and children's book illustrator, Stephen Walker.

Enjoy listening to their new picture book: Timothy O'Toole, a Cat's Tale, and join us for a fun coloring activity.

No registration required. Recommended for children ages 2-7 years.

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Story Time

Tuesday, February 10th

10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Easton Branch

This program is for children ages birth - 5, accompanied by an adult.

Join us for engaging stories, songs, and rhymes!

No registration necessary.

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Afternoon Chess

Wednesday, February 11th

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Easton Branch

For players ages 8 - 16 years old.

Join us to learn and play chess!

Registration is required - snacks will be provided.

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Read with Pumpkin

Wednesday, February 11th

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Easton Branch

For children ages 5-10. Read with Helen and her dog, Pumpkin!

Bring your own book or pick out a book at the library.

No registration necessary.

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Teen Night! Palettes and Pastries Thursday, February 12th

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Easton Branch

For ages 13 and up.

Enjoy pastries and tea/cocoa as we paint on canvas! Pizza and snacks will be provided.

Registration is required.

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STEAM Story Time

Saturday, February 14th

10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Easton Branch

For children ages 2 - 6, accompanied by an adult.

Join us for an engaging STEAM story time with a focus on science!

No registration necessary.

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For more youth events, visit our online events calendar!

Events Calendar

Book Clubs at The Library

Talbot Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Book Group

Thursday, February 12th

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

This month's selection is The Jasmine Throne by Tasha Suri.

This meeting will be held in the Frederick Douglass Room.

No registration required.

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Easton Book Group

Monday, February 23rd

6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Easton Branch

This month's selection is The Correspondent by Virginia Evans.

This meeting will be held in the Main Meeting Room.

No registration is required.

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Hummingbird Book Club

Thursday, February 19th

4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

Easton Branch

This month's selection is The Sherlock Society (Book 1) by James Ponti.

For ages 7-12 years old - snacks and a craft will be provided!

Registration is required.

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Tech Help at the Library

MY Tech Clinic

Saturday, February 28

1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Easton Branch

Join us for a free clinic hosted by MY Tech, and receive help with technology ranging from, but not limited to, cell phones, setting up accounts, and Microsoft Office.

More Information

Community Resources

Local Talbot County Food Pantries

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Support Talbot County Free Library

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Monday and Thursday: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Tuesday and Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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