News from the Shores of the Chesapeake Bay
On Friday, March 22, Ruth Rogers Clausen will give a talk titled “Delaware Botanic Gardens: From a Humble Beginning to an Amazing Reality”. The Delaware Botanic Gardens at Pepper Creek located in Dagsboro, DE is still a work in progress; it will open its doors to the public in September 2019. The mission of the […]
Continue ReadingNew to the Chestertown Harry Potter Festival this year is an art exhibit celebrating diversity in the world of Harry Potter. “Shades of Erised: Different Reflections of Hogwarts” is a multi-media art exhibit featuring the work of Kent County Public School students as well as fan-art pieces gathered from around the country. Harry Potter fans […]
Continue ReadingJust in time for summer, the children’s and young adult collections at Kent County Public Library’s Rock Hall Branch are being refreshed, rejuvenated, and filled with brand new books! Maryland State Education Association president Betty Weller will be the guest of honor at this celebration of books and education. Join us for light refreshments and […]
Continue ReadingAs a warship captain during the Cold War, Doug Norton held launch codes for nuclear weapons and was prepared to use them, but he also participated in high-stakes international negotiations to reduce their numbers and the chance of nuclear war. On Saturday, June 30th, 2018 Mr. Norton will visit Kent County Public Library’s Chestertown branch […]
Continue ReadingOpening Reception for Chestertown RiverArts Photo Club Exhibit at Kent County Public Library At the Chestertown RiverArts Photo Club novice, enthusiast and professional photographers alike have been meeting monthly for several years to show their latest images for comments, praise, and suggestions for improvement. This exhibit is a selection of some of their finest photographs […]
Continue ReadingThe Kent County Extension Office and the Kent County Public Library are pleased to announce the start of the 19th annual Horticulture Lecture Series. The series is meant for anyone who likes to garden, both amateurs and professionals alike. The talks will focus on a wide array of gardening related topics. The purpose of the […]
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On Saturday, February 3rd, 2018 Kent County Public Library welcomes African-American poet and playwright Robert Earl Price for a presentation that weaves together readings from his work with insights into the key events that shaped his career as a black cultural worker in America. Mr. Price is a veteran of the Black Arts Movement that […]
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