Pirate tales from around the world for young readers! Fits right in with the Library’s theme this week—pirates and mermaids!Ms. Julie’s Book of the Week:
“Sea Queens: Women Pirates Around the World" by Jane Yolen
Here be 13 intriguingly true tales of infamous female pirates who ruled and wandered the waves throughout history! Elementary aged readers will treasure this side of history rarely told. Request these tales through our Library-to-Go service or download the plundering plights on hHoopla!
May we have your attention please—- tax free week is here!Shop Maryland Tax Free begins August 9th! More than ever, we should support our locally-owned businesses to help them survive these incredibly difficult times. Stay tuned for more details about the college scholarship and more!
Learn about a forestry maintenance project taking place at the Blackwater Refuge.A 48 acre forest thinning project is taking place now on the refuge. This project will reduce the density of mature trees, increasing fruiting shrubs, vine tangles and young trees in the understory, providing habitat for songbirds, nesting turkey, and other wildlife. Curious about forestry projects on Blackwater NWR? A WHCP radio interview discusses the goals of forest management on the refuge. ow.ly/BWyq50AQld1
Photo credit: Matt Whitbeck/USFWS
Being kind — Mr. Bill reads about spreading kindness during today’s story time. Have a listen.
What Does it Mean to Be Kind? by Rana DiOrio
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Mr. Bill reads "What Does it Mean to Be Kind?" Written by Rana DiOrio Illustrated by Stéphane Jorisch Published by Little Pickle Press
Virtual Second Saturday this afternoon with the DCA!Join us at 5:30pm tonight here on Facebook Live for our August 2nd Saturday Artists’ Reception.
Have any questions or want to inquire about any of the art you see? Give us a call at 410-228-7782