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Worcester County School students can access the library's online resources using their school lunch number.

HOW TO ACCESS ONLINE RESOURCES

The Library has many resources available to help you ace your next school project or test.

 

NEW! Peterson's Test and Career Prep (Testing & Education Reference Center) - Peterson's Test and Career Prep helps students and adults be better prepared down the road for both college and their career. Discover comprehensive test prep and career solutions from Peterson's, a world-leading educational provider.

 

BrainFuse (Free, online tutoring help) - Brainfuse is a database for test preparation, tutoring, and homework help; available seven days a week between the hours of 2:00 pm and 11:00 pm, EST. Spanish speaking tutors available.

 

Mango Languages - Mango boasts over 70 languages, including dialectical variants and English lessons for non-native speakers. Offerings include common languages as well as more unique ones, including Pirate! Mango continues to grow the languages offered and is currently developing courses in American Sign Language. Focusing not only on the words to be spoken but also on cultural nuances, the lessons are self-paced and most learners finish one unit in about three months with daily study.

 

Muzzy - An award-winning language learning program for kids, created by the BBC, using natural the immersion approach alongside animated stories, online games, printable flashcards, and worksheets.

 

NewsBank - Search full-text and archived articles from local newspapers including the Bay Times (8/2/06-current), The Capital (1/1/02-current), Dorchester Star (6/30/06-current), Kent County News (11/30/06-current), Record Observer (8/4/06-current), Star Democrat (11/16/05-current) and the Times Record (8/2/06-current)

 

Niche Academy - Short, simple tutorials for a variety of library services including databases, streaming resources, and software. Available 24/7 when in-person assistance isn’t readily available!

 

Gale Resources through the Maryland State Library

The Library offers several resources through Gale for students in elementary, middle, and high school, and even college students and educators.  Click here to see all that we offer.

CHECKING OUT MATERIALS

Your student library card will also allow to check out three books when you visit your local library branch.  The library is fine free so there is no need to worry about charges as long as you return your material.  If you need help completing an assignment or finding a great book to read, library staff are here to help.

We would also love to see you at an upcoming program, check out our calendar to see what’s coming up.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Photography Contest

Celebrate National Library Week by submitting a photo of your community between  April 1 & April 14. Voting begins on the 19th.  The winner from each branch will win a novelty card catalog box contain…

Date:
Saturday, Apr 1, 2023
Time:
12:00am - 11:59pm
Location:
,
Categories:
Arts

Dangerous Women: The Power of the Feminine in Greek Mythology

Dr. Jennifer Ballengee from Towson University Zooms in to talk to us about these ladies of myth. …

Date:
Tuesday, Mar 28, 2023
Time:
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location:
,
Categories:
Lecture/Presentation

Project T(w)een: World Art Day

Today is World Art Day! Follow some great tutorials and create a canvas masterpiece. For ages 11+ **REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please register online at worcesterlibrary.org under 'events' or call…

Date:
Saturday, Apr 15, 2023
Time:
11:00am - 2:00pm
Location:
Ocean Pines Large Meeting Room, Ocean Pines Large Meeting Room
Categories:
Crafts

Service Learning Info Night

Attention high school students! Need service learning hours? Attend our info session to learn about volunteer opportunities at the library.…

Date:
Wednesday, Apr 5, 2023
Time:
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Location:
Snow Hill Branch, Snow Hill Branch
Categories:
Discussion

Your Nose Knows: The Science of Smell

This is the first of a three part series about senses. Why do we have nose hairs? Why do we sneeze?  Learn all about the anatomy of your nose and experiment with smelly things. For ages 6+.   …

Date:
Monday, Apr 3, 2023
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location:
Pocomoke Meeting Room, Pocomoke Meeting Room
Categories:
STEM

Salty, Sweet or Bitter? The Science of Taste

This is the second of a three part series about senses.  Learn all about the anatomy of your mouth and tongue and participate in some tasting experiments. For ages 6+.  410-957-0878  …

Date:
Monday, Apr 10, 2023
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location:
Pocomoke Meeting Room, Pocomoke Meeting Room
Categories:
STEM

Eye Spy: The Science of Sight

The last of a three part series about senses. Have you ever wondered what was inside your eyeball? How does the eye work?  Learn all about the anatomy of your eye and try some visual experiments. For …

Date:
Monday, Apr 17, 2023
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location:
Pocomoke Meeting Room, Pocomoke Meeting Room
Categories:
STEM

Slime Saturday

  Join us for some slime fun as you learn what slime is and make your own slime to take with you! For children ages 6 to 10.   …

Date:
Saturday, Apr 15, 2023
Time:
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Location:
Ocean City Meeting Room, Ocean City Meeting Room
Categories:
STEM

Peep Slime

Join us as we make taste-safe slime using this popular spring snack. For ages 6-11.…

Date:
Tuesday, Apr 18, 2023
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location:
Pocomoke Meeting Room, Pocomoke Meeting Room
Categories:
STEM

Peep Slime

Join us as we make taste-safe slime using this popular spring snack. For ages 6-11.…

Date:
Thursday, Apr 20, 2023
Time:
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Location:
Ocean Pines Large Meeting Room, Ocean Pines Large Meeting Room
Categories:
STEM

Washi Tape Light Switch Covers

Update and add style to the light switch covers in your home. All materials provided. For tweens and teens. …

Date:
Wednesday, Apr 19, 2023
Time:
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Location:
Berlin Branch, Berlin Branch
Categories:
Crafts

Anime & Manga Club

Join us as we celebrate our appreciation for anime and manga. Monthly themes will include trivia games, Japanese snacks, and art exploration. For ages 13-16.…

Date:
Tuesday, Apr 4, 2023
Time:
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Location:
Ocean City Meeting Room, Ocean City Meeting Room
Categories:
Discussion

Earth Day Painted Shells

Celebrate Earth Day by exploring your creativity and artistry while painting Assateague sea shells! Local artist Evie Eggers will walk you through the creation of your own custom shell. All materials …

Date:
Saturday, Apr 22, 2023
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Location:
Berlin Branch, Berlin Branch
Categories:
Crafts

Tinker Time: Blackout Poetry

Drop in any time! Use our supplies and your imagination to create. This month, explore blackout poetry.…

Date:
Saturday, Apr 1, 2023
Time:
12:00am - 11:59pm
Location:
Snow Hill Branch, Snow Hill Branch
Categories:
Crafts STEM

Crochet Bookmarks

Create Bookworm Bookmarks for your favorite reader or yourself. Yarn supplied but can bring your own if you need a special color. Limited number of Crochet hooks available. For ages Adult and Teen.  F…

Date:
Monday, Apr 24, 2023
Time:
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Location:
Snow Hill Meeting Room, Snow Hill Meeting Room
Categories:
Crafts

Anime & Manga Club

Join us as we celebrate our appreciation for anime and manga. Monthly themes will include trivia games, Japanese snacks, and art exploration. For ages 13-16.…

Date:
Tuesday, Apr 4, 2023
Time:
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Location:
Ocean City Meeting Room, Ocean City Meeting Room
Categories:
Discussion

Rock Painting

Spring time is here.  Join us for an afternoon of rock painting.  Call the Snow Hill Branch for more information 410-632-3495.…

Date:
Wednesday, Apr 19, 2023
Time:
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Location:
Snow Hill Meeting Room, Snow Hill Meeting Room
Categories:
Crafts

ONLINE RESOURCES

Brainfuse

Brainfuse is a database for test preparation, tutoring, and homework help; available seven days a week between the hours of 2:00 pm and 11:00 pm, EST. Spanish speaking tutors available.

 

Mango Languages

Mango boasts over 70 languages, including dialectical variants and English lessons for non-native speakers. Offerings include common languages as well as more unique ones, including Pirate! Mango continues to grow the languages offered and is currently developing courses in American Sign Language. Focusing not only on the words to be spoken but also on cultural nuances, the lessons are self-paced and most learners finish one unit in about three months with daily study.

 
 

Muzzy

An award-winning language learning program for kids, created by the BBC, using the natural immersion approach alongside animated stories, online games, printable flashcards, and worksheets.

 

NewsBank Local Newspapers

Search full-text and archived articles from local newspapers including the Bay Times (8/2/06-current), The Capital (1/1/02-current), Dorchester Star (6/30/06-current), Kent County News (11/30/06-current), Record Observer (8/4/06-current), Star Democrat (11/16/05-current) and the Times Record (8/2/06-current).

Niche Academy

Short, simple tutorials for a variety of library services including databases, streaming resources, and software. Available 24/7 when in-person assistance isn’t readily available!

Gale Resources

The Library offers several resources through Gale for students in elementary, middle, and high school, and even college students and educators.  Click the link to see all that we offer.

Worcester County Library - 307 North Washington Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 Email: contact@worcesterlibrary.org | Phone: 410-632-2600 | Fax: 410-632-1159