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Library News

 

Library Closed 9/1/2025


Both branches of TCFL will be closed on Monday, September 1st for the Labor Day holiday.


We will reopen with normal operating hours on Tuesday, September 2nd.


 

Shelf Life: History Edition


This week, we have a special story shared by library lover, Sue Regier - read on below to learn about why Sue loves libraries, including TCFL!


"I have loved books and libraries my whole life. From infancy, my grandmother read and sang to me. When I learned to read by myself, my mother and I visited the local library to check out books. In elementary school, Bookmobile Day was a gold star day for me. And through all my school years, my first stop when summer break began was to get a big pile of library books to while away the days. So, it is not surprising that shortly after retiring to Easton five years ago I showed up to volunteer at the Talbot County Free Library.

 

For two years, I staffed events and book sales while serving on the Friends of the Library Council. In 2022, I joined the TCFL Board of Trustees, the governing body of the library. In the past year, I also became a member of the TCFL Foundation which oversees the investments of donated monies. These three entities each have their role in creating and sustaining our Easton and St. Michaels libraries.

 

I cannot emphasize enough how rewarding my volunteer experiences with our library have been and I encourage anyone who loves libraries to explore these opportunities. Our libraries offer individual volunteer roles directly in the stacks as well. You can put in as many or as few hours as makes you happy.

 

I hope to see you at the library soon!"


Sue Regier,

Member TCFL Board of Trustees and the Foundation


Thank you, Sue, for sharing a story! Have a story or memory you'd like to share? Send us an email at librarymemories@tcfl.org - anonymous submissions accepted also!

One Maryland One Book 2025 Selection - Kin: Rooted in Hope


The 2025 One Maryland One Book selection is Kin: Rooted in Hope by Carole Boston Weatherford. Stop by TCFL to check out a copy of this powerful story, complete with moving illustrations by Jeffery Boston Weatherford.

 

Featured Adult Programming

 

Frederick Douglass Speaks on Emancipation & Reconstruction

Wednesday, August 27th

1:00 p.m.

Easton Branch


A Date with History Speaker Series welcomes Historian and Frederick Douglass reenactor, Nathan M. Richardson. He will speak on Emancipation and Reconstruction. This event is presented by the Talbot Historical Society in partnership with the Talbot County Free Library.









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Maryland Public Television Presents: Becoming Frederick Douglass

Thursday, September 4th

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

Easton Branch


Discover how a man born into slavery in Talbot County, MD, became one of the most influential voices for democracy in American history. Oscar-nominated filmmaker Stanley Nelson explores the role Douglass played in securing the right to freedom for African Americans.


Corporate Funding for this film was provided by Bowie State University, DIRECTV and Pfizer, Inc. Rating: TV-14. Event is free and open to the public. 


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For more events, visit our online events calendar!

 

Featured Youth Programming

 

Read with Tiger

Monday, August 25th

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Easton Branch


For children ages 5-10. Read with Janet Dickey and her dog, Tiger! Bring your own book or pick out a book at the library.


No registration required.



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Story Time

Tuesday, August 26th

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

Easton Branch


Join us for a fun story time for ages birth - 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Come experience stories, songs, and rhymes!


No registration required.



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Story Time and Craft at CBMM

Wednesday, August 27th

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum


Join us for a special story time and craft at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum.


For children 5 and under, accompanied by an adult. Registration is required for free admission to the museum. Enter the CBMM's new Welcome Center for your free admission and walk to the lighthouse for the program.



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Afternoon Chess

Wednesday, August 27th

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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2025 Summer Reading Survey


As Summer Reading wraps up, please consider taking a moment to complete this short survey! Your participation helps us provide engaging Summer Reading programming each year.


The survey can be found at the links below, offered in English and Spanish. This survey will close on September 5th.




For more youth events, visit our online events calendar!

 
 

Book Clubs at the Library

 
 


Easton Book Club


Monday, September 15

6:30 p.m. - Easton Branch



This month's selection:

Kin: Rooted in Hope

by Carole Boston Weatherford



To learn more or view the full list of selections, click below.



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Resources at the Library

MY Tech Clinic


Saturday, Sept. 20th

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

St. Michaels Temporary Branch


Drop-in for free help with technology ranging from, but not limited to, laptops, cell phones, setting up accounts, and Microsoft Office.

Walk-ins welcome!








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Digital Literacy Classes


Monday, September 8th

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!


Register Here

Brainfuse


It's Back to School Season!


Whether it’s your first day of middle school or your final semester before graduation, Brainfuse HelpNow gives you access to real tutors, live help, and study tools anytime, anywhere. It's a FREE resource with your library card at tcfl.org 😎





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Community Resources

 

Local Talbot County Food Pantries



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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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