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Community Food & Toy Drives at TCFL

The Drop for Scotty and Toys for Tots drives are still accepting donations at the Easton Branch of TCFL!

Please consider donating non-perishable foods to the Drop for Scotty bin (located in the Lobby); or new, unwrapped toys to the Toys for Tots box (located near the Circulation Desk).

The Toys for Tots drive will run until Dec. 8th, and Drop for Scotty will accept donations through the end of December.

Thank You to Our Giving Tuesday Donors!

A heartfelt thank‑you to all who contributed on Giving Tuesday!

With your help, $1,053 was raised to advance early childhood literacy in Talbot County. This support directly sustains essential initiatives, including the Raising a Reader program.

Featured Adult Programming

Holiday Wrapping Party

Friday, December 12th

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Easton Branch

Stop by and enjoy some holiday music and refreshments while wrapping your gifts!

Wrapping paper and supplies provided.

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Maryland Health Connection Open Enrollment Session

Saturday, December 13th

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Easton Branch

Stop by to learn more about the 2026 private plans and get free application assistance.

No registration necessary.

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For more events, visit our online events calendar!

Events Calendar

Featured Youth Programming

Afternoon Chess

Wednesday, December 10th

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

Easton Branch

For ages 8-16.

Learn and play chess! Snacks will be provided.

Registration is required.

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Read with Pumpkin

Wednesday, December 10th

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

Easton Branch

For children ages 5 -10 years old, accompanied by an adult.

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!

Thursday, December 11th

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

Easton Branch

For ages 13 and up.

Enjoy cookies and hot cocoa as we paint a winter wonderland scene on canvas!

Pizza and snacks will be provided. Registration is required.

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STEAM Storytime

Saturday, December 13th

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Easton Branch

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

Join us for a Saturday STEAM Storytime for an engaging, interactive, science-focused program.

Registration is required.

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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, Dec. 11th

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

This month's selection is the documentary Planetwalker.

This meeting will be held via Zoom.

No registration required.

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Tech Help at the Library

Digital Literacy Classes

Monday, December 8

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Easton Branch

Do you want to learn more about computers and tablets? Do you want to hone your computer skills? Learn the basics of using a computer and mouse, creating an email, and other programs through hands-on activities each week. Walk-ins now welcome!

MY Tech Clinic

Saturday, December 13

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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TCFL @ Frosty's Holiday Village

Come see TCFL at Frosty's Holiday Village this December and pick up FREE books and candy - we can't wait to see you!

Support Talbot County Free Library

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