CAMBRIDGE – Before we share our exciting upcoming events schedule, we want to let you know of some upcoming closures to help better plan your visit with us. Both branches will be closed for the …
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CAMBRIDGE – Before we share our exciting upcoming events schedule, we want to let you know of some upcoming closures to help better plan your visit with us. Both branches will be closed for the Maryland/Delaware Library Association Conference for professional development on May 9. Both branches will also be closed in observance of Memorial Day on May 27.
Did you know that May is both Asian American Pacific Islander Month and Mental Health Awareness Month?
To help celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander history and culture, stop by our displays for some featured titles. More can be found in the stacks and not just in the adult section of the library. There are many different titles to broaden horizons in the children's sections featuring Asian American authors and characters, as well.
According to the Neuroscience Institute at Nuvance Health, "Research shows that regular reading can lower blood pressure, reduce stress and improve sleep quality. Researchers have also found a link between reading books and longevity; reading keeps your brain active and promotes mental and emotional fitness" (from nuvancehealth.org).
Prioritize your mental wellness by checking out a book from our Mental Health Display - or any book in general! We have many books that can help you better understand mental wellness, medical diagnoses, and strategies for treatment and coping.
For children and teens, we carry titles focused on learning all about emotions, dealing with stress and anxiety, and promoting self-confidence and positive habits. And for those with more enchanted and fantastical interests, give your busy brain a break and escape to new worlds with our Enchanting Dragons Display at the Cambridge Branch.
Happenings at both Cambridge & Hurlock Libraries:
Happenings at the Cambridge Library:
Happenings at the Hurlock Library:
May 20-30: Scavenger Hunt - Barry Bookworm is at it again, hiding in the Hurlock branch. Visit the library, follow the clues and search for him in the stacks.
Did you know?
The Dewey Decimal number for books on mental health is 616. Check out this section for a variety of mental health topics.
Can't find the title or topic you're looking for? We can request it for free from another library on the Eastern Shore by using your Dorchester County Public Library card - or it may be available through our free digital libraries, Hoopla and Libby. Ask a staff member for more information.
For event updates and additions, be sure to visit our website at dorchesterlibrary.org for our calendar of events. Our summer schedule of events has recently been added. Like us on Facebook at at dorchestercountypubliclibrarymd or follow us on Instagram at dorchesterlibrarymd for more information about events, resources and library announcements.
We would like to give a very grateful shoutout to one of our longtime Cambridge Library families, the Hansons, for donating early literacy toys and program snacks from our Amazon Wishlist. Your support is greatly appreciated.
If you or someone you know would like to give our library system a helping hand or join the Friends of the Library, visit the "Support Us" tab on our website. Your support directly helps us support our communities.
Ms. Rodriguez is information associate, and Ms. Kennedy is assistant director at the Central Library.