Kent County Public Library

 

Mission Statement

Kent County Public Library should be the cornerstone of the community where children and adults can experience life-long learning, personal enrichment, and connection with one another.

The library provides a welcoming environment with a knowledgeable staff, robust resources, access to emerging technologies, and innovative services and programs.

Vision Statement

Kent County Public Library is the premier place to experience the joy of reading, the discovery of ideas, the power of information, the excitement of collaboration, and the reward of social interaction and it is recognized as such by the community.

 

Visit the official Kent County Public Library Website

 

Chestertown Branch

408 High Street
Chestertown, Maryland 21620
410-778-3636
410-778-6756 (fax)


 

Hours of Operation:
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday closed

North County Branch

111-B1 N. Main Street
Galena, Maryland 21635
410-648-5380


 

 Hours of Operation:
Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday closed

Rock Hall Branch

5585 Main Street
Rock Hall Municipal Building
Rock Hall, Maryland 21661
410-639-7162


 

 Hours of Operation:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday closed

Kent County Community Center Computer Facility

11041 Worton Road

Worton, Maryland 21678
410-778-1948

This location is not a full-service branch, but has computers and laptops available for public use.

 Hours of Operation:
May 1st through October 31st:
Monday through Saturday 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday closed

November 1st through April 30th:
Monday through Friday 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Saturday 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday closed


 

 

 

 

 

Kent County Public Library Events

For a full listing of Kent County Public Library programs, please visit the library's website.


  • 6th Annual Toy Train & Model Railroad Exhibit

  • Saturday,   |  Saturday, 10 am - 1 pm
  • Location: Main Meeting Room, 408 High Street
  • Contact: Kent County Public Library
  • Phone: 4107783636
  • URL: www.kentcountylibrary.org/events/calendar.php
  • Kent County Public Library hosts its 6th Annual Toy Train & Model Railroad Exhibit, featuring tinplate trains from the 1920s & 1930s and magnificent operating layouts in O and Standard Gauge.

    This exhibit is made possible thanks to the enthusiasm, knowledge, and generosity of father-son team of Bob and David Singer.

    Free admission & all ages welcome.

  • Happiness Hour: How to Make a Tiny Book!

  • Wednesday,   |  Wednesday, 6 pm
  • Location: Main Meeting Room, 408 High Street
  • Contact: Kent County Public Library
  • Phone: 4107783636
  • URL: www.kentcountylibrary.org/events/calendar.php
  • Registration required.

    Happiness Hour is a time for grown-ups to explore their powers of creativity!

    Featured Project: Make a Tiny Book!

    This beginner’s class will teach you the basics of book binding as you learn how to your own tiny book. The end result can be used as a bullet journal, glamorous to-do list, or handmade gift. All supplies will be provided for this FREE program.

    Come, create, and leave a little happier than your arrived.

  • Gingerbread Houses in Rock Hall

  • Wednesday,   |  Wednesday, 3 pm
  • Location: 5585 Main Street
  • Contact: Kent County Public Library, Rock Hall branch
  • Phone: 410-639-7162
  • URL: www.kentcountylibrary.org/events/calendar.php
  • REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

    Looking for some fun family time to get ready for the holidays? Why not build a gingerbread house and fill your home with sugar plums and gumdrops.

    Sign Up to register for the Rock Hall branch Gingerbread House program.

  • Gingerbread Houses in Chestertown

  • Wednesday,   |  Wednesday, 5:30 pm
  • Location: Main Meeting Room, 408 High Street
  • Contact: Kent County Public Library
  • Phone: 4107783636
  • URL: www.kentcountylibrary.org/events/calendar.php
  • REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

    Looking for some fun family time to get ready for the holidays? Why not build a gingerbread house and fill your home with sugar plums and gumdrops.

  • Gingerbread Houses in North County

  • Saturday,   |  Saturday, 11 am
  • Location: 111-B1 N. Main Street, Galena, MD
  • Contact: Kent County Public Library, North County branch
  • Phone: 410-648-5380
  • URL: www.kentcountylibrary.org/events/calendar.php
  • REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

    Looking for some fun family time to get ready for the holidays? Why not build a gingerbread house and fill your home with sugar plums and gumdrops.

    Sign Up to register for the North County branch Gingerbread House program.