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Join us for the 11th Annual Chesapeake
Children's Book Festival!
The Talbot County Free Library is gearing up to celebrate the 11th Annual Chesapeake Children’s Book Festival (CCBF), on Saturday, June 6th, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Easton Branch on 100 W Dover Street.
The festival is a free, one-day event that celebrates early literacy, community, and the joy of reading — rain or shine. It’s also the launch of the Talbot County Free Library’s popular Summer Reading Program. Attendees can look forward to a variety of activities for the entire family, including author readings, crafts, games, giveaways, music, and more. Children who sign up at the Festival for Summer Reading will receive a voucher for one free book from one of the 22 visiting authors while supplies last. The Maryland Opera Bears will be performing at 1:00 p.m. in the Children's Area.
Read More | Check out the author lineup | CCBF Preview - YouTube
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TCFL Closures for CCBF
The Easton Branch of TCFL will be open from 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 6 for the Chesapeake Children's Book Festival. Circulation services will be available, but the reference desk will be closed. There will be no public computer access.
The St. Michaels Branch will be closed on Saturday, June 6.
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New eResources Available With Your TCFL Card
Following the discontinuation of hoopla service on May 31st, 2026, two new eResources are now available for free with your Talbot County Free Library card.
Blackstone Unlimited Audio offers an extensive, always available library of popular and classic audiobook titles with no waiting periods, holds, or expirations. Up to 10 titles can be downloaded for on-the-go listening.
Kanopy features unlimited, on-demand streaming access to films and documentaries, including titles in Spanish and titles from the BBC. No tickets or credits are required and titles are only available through streaming.
Both of these new resources are always available for free with your Talbot County Free Library card. To learn more, click here.
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Memoir Writing Group
Thursday, June 11th
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
St. Michaels Branch
The Memoir Writers' Group has been meeting in St. Michaels for over 20 years. Twice a month, on the 2nd and 4th Thursday, the group meets to share narratives on various topics. This group of writers creates a safe space for feedback and discussion.
Bay 100 Chess Club
Thursday, June 11th
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
St. Michaels Branch
Join us for a friendly afternoon of chess at the St. Michaels Branch! Beginners welcome.
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The American Revolution and the Fate of the World
Tuesday, June 23rd
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Easton Branch
We welcome Dr. Richard Bell, Professor of History at the University of Maryland and he discusses a bold new framework for understanding the Revolutionary War not as a tidy founding moment but as a sprawling, high-stakes struggle fought on land and sea, shaped by commerce, diplomacy, propaganda, and contingency. This is the American Revolution as you’ve never seen it before: complex, global, and astonishingly relevant to the modern world.
This program is free, but registration is required. A reception will begin at 6:30 and a book signing will follow the talk.
Click here for more information
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St. Michaels Story Time & Craft
Wednesday, June 10th
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
St. Michaels Branch
For ages birth - 5, accompanied by an adult.
Listen to stories, sing to live music, and create a craft!
No registration is required.
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Frederick Douglass Read Aloud
Wednesday, June 10th
4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Easton Branch
For children ages 6 - 12.
Join Ms. Maya as she reads aloud from a Frederick Douglass biography! Snacks served.
No registration necessary.
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Dinosaur Scratch Art
Thursday, June 11th
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
St. Michaels Branch
For ages 6 - 11.
Receive your own dinosaur scratch art kit, and scratch away to reveal your dinosaur scenes!
Registration is required.
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Evening Story Time - NEW!
Thursday, June 11th
6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Easton Branch
For children ages 2 -7, accompanied by an adult.
Join us for an evening of stories, songs, and crafts!
No registration necessary.
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Easton Book Group
Monday, June 15th
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Easton Branch
This month's selection is Yellowface
by R.F. Kuang.
This meeting will be held in the Main Meeting Room. No registration is required.
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MY Tech Clinic
Saturday, June 20th
1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
St. Michaels 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
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Donate Book to the MCAAHC Drive at TCFL!
Both branches of TCFL are drop-off locations for the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture's 2025-2026 Book Drive! Please considering donating new or gently used books that feature Black and diverse authors, stories, and narratives.
The final day to donate is June 18th, 2026. Be sure to also visit TCFL at the 16th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 20th at the Academy Art Museum in Easton!
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Hours of Operation:
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.
Easton: 410-822-1626 | St. Michaels: 410-745-5877
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