JULY 2017 Events
SummerSTEAM (SO) (TB) Combat the heat and join our interactive SummerSTEAM hour exploring exciting ways to build a better world through stories, activities and a snack. No registration Wed, Jul 19 | 2:30pm-3:30pm MakePlayLearn (SO) Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, Legos® and other building materials; you provide the imagination. No registration Thu, Jul 20 | 10am-11am MakePLayLearn (TB) Thu, Jul 20 | 2:30pm-3:30pm SummerSTEAM (FV) (PF) Combat the heat and join our interactive SummerSTEAM hour, exploring exciting ways to build a better world through stories, activities and a snack. No registration Thu, Jul 20 | 2:30pm-3:30pm Construction Zone (PF) Bring your family to explore the Library’s building sets. It’s come and go constructive time in the storytime room as we bring out the library’s collection. No registration. Sat, Jul 22 | 2pm-4pm Monday Morning Fun (PF) Join us at 10am for dancing, stories, movies and fun. No registration Mon, Jul 24 | 10am-11am MakePlayLearn! (PF) Children drop by to play games, make crafts and art projects. MakerSpace is open from 1-4pm before, during and after the Summer Fun Performances. No registration Wed, Jul 26 | 1pm-4pm SummerSTEAM (SO) (TB) Combat the heat and join our interactive SummerSTEAM hour exploring exciting ways to build a better world through stories, activities and a snack. No registration Wed, Jul 26 | 2:30pm-3:30pm MakePlayLearn (SO) Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, Legos® and other building materials... you provide the imagination. No registration Thu, Jul 27 | 10am-11am MakePLayLearn (TB) Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, Legos® and other building materials... you provide the imagination. No registration Thu, Jul 27 | 2:30pm-3:30pm SummerSTEAM (FV) (PF) Combat the heat and join our interactive SummerSTEAM hour, exploring exciting ways to build a better world through stories, activities and a snack. No registration Thu, Jul 27 | 2:30pm-3:30pm Family Storytime (TB) This storytime is for the family with children of multiple ages. Children enjoy books and language through short stories, songs, crafts and more. An adult must accompany child. No registration Sat, Jul 29 | 10am-10:45am Summer Storytime (FV) (PF) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Sat, Jul 29 | 10am-10:30am
Summer Fun Performances
SUMMER FUN PERFORMANCES
Chris Fascione - July 11 & 12 Prakriti Dance - July 18 & 19 Echoes of Nature - July 25 & 26 Tom Crowl - August 1 & 2 Mike Rose - August 8 & 9 Tuesdays 10 am Northeast Community Center 4075 Gordon Stinnett Avenue Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732 Twin Beaches Branch 410-257-2411
Tuesdays 2 pm Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department 3170 West Ward Road Dunkirk, MD 20754 Fairview Branch 410-257-2101
Wednesdays 10 am Patuxent-Appeal Campus Primary Building 11655 H G Truman Rd. Lusby, MD 20657 410-326-5289
850 Costley Way Prince Frederick, MD 20678 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 calvertlibrary.info Calvert Library programs are free. Calvert Library events are accessible
Wednesdays 2 & 7 pm to individuals with disabilities. For
special needs, please contact us at Calvert Library least 2 weeks prior to the event. Prince Frederick* 410-535-0291 or calvertlibrary.info 850 Costley Way (Market Square Shopping Ctr) Prince Frederick, MD 20678 410-535-0291
Summer Storytime (SO) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Sat, Jul 29 | 10:30am-11am Construction Zone (PF) Bring your family to explore the Library’s building sets. It’s come and go constructive time in the storytime room. No registration. Sat, Jul 29 | 2pm-4pm Monday Morning Fun (PF) Join us at 10am for dancing, stories, movies and fun. No registration Mon, Jul 31 | 10am-11am TEEN/TWEEN EVENTS Manga Otaku Artist Nights (TB) On 1st Tuesdays and 3rd Mondays comics and manga fans ages 10 to 17 gather at the Twin Beaches Branch to learn the techniques of drawing for comics. Join us! Please register. Mon, Jul 17 | 7pm-8:30pm
T.A.C.O.S. Meeting! T.A.C.O.S. (Teen Advisory Council of Students!) meeting! For teens 13-19. Calvert Library needs your help planning events, revamping our Teen Zone and other awesome things. Help make Calvert Library awesome! Free food (and service learning hours) at every meeting! No registration. Thu, Jul 20 | 5pm-6pm Teen Video Game Night (PF) Join us at the library for Teen Video Game Night! There will be friendly competition, snacks and more! No registration Thu, Jul 20 | 6:30pm-8:30pm Get Crafty @ Your Library (SO) – TWEENS & TEENS Need a place to get out of the heat and just hang with friends? Come to the Southern Branch to a relaxing, creative space for tweens and teens to come in and create. Lots of craft supplies provided. Music, snacks and fun! No registration. Thu, Jul 27 | 2pm-3:30pm Tween Trivia Night (PF) - TWEENS Teams of Tweens will compete in a fun trivia contest! Please register. Tue, Jul 18 | 6:30pm-8pm
Chris Fascione You’ll be laughing out loud as nationally known family entertainer Chris Fascione brings children’s stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances. Full of energy, humor and imagination, Chris creates colorful characters through his unique combination of acting, storytelling, comedy and juggling. A Storytelling World Award winner, Chris brings out the kid in everyone, as adults and children alike have fun participating in the show. For kids of all ages. No registration Tue, Jul 11 | 10am-11am | Northeast Community Center Tue, Jul 11 | 2pm-3pm | Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department Wed, Jul 12 | 10am-10:45am | Paxtuxent-Appeal Campus Appeal Bldg Wed, Jul 12 | 2pm-3pm | Calvert Library Prince Frederick Wed, Jul 12 | 7pm-8pm | Calvert Library Prince Frederick Prakriti Dance Prakriti Dance tells stories in a new way — through the body and face movement of the classical Indian dance style of Bharata Natyam. Stories presented will draw from Indian mythology and the fables of the West, showcasing dance as a versatile language that transcends cultural boundaries. Audience members will learn different hand gestures and have opportunities to brainstorm how they are used in storytelling. For kids of all ages. No registration Tue, Jul 18 | 10am-11am | Northeast Community Center Tue, Jul 18 | 2pm-3pm | Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department Wed, Jul 19 | 10am-10:45am | Paxtuxent-Appeal Campus Appeal Bldg Wed, Jul 19 | 2pm-3pm | Calvert Library Prince Frederick Wed, Jul 19 | 7pm-8pm | Calvert Library Prince Frederick Echoes of Nature Echoes of Nature—Animal Homes: To build or not to build? What kinds of homes do animals build? Or do some move into ready-made homes? Do some even use a “home?” Let’s meet some live animals and find out about their natural habitats. For kids of all ages. No registration Tue, Jul 25 | 10am-11am | Northeast Community Center Tue, Jul 25 | 2pm-3pm | Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department Wed, Jul 26 | 10am-10:45am | Paxtuxent-Appeal Campus Appeal Bldg Wed, Jul 26 | 2pm-3pm | Calvert Library Prince Frederick Wed, Jul 26 | 7pm-8pm | Calvert Library Prince Frederick SPECIAL EVENTS Veterans’ Job Club (PF) Join other veterans and the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning to discuss employment leads, job skill training, human resources guidance, networking for veterans and other general veterans issues. No registration Mon, Jul 3 | 1pm-2pm LIbrary closed for Independence Day Tue, Jul 4
#calvertREADS Festival
Fun, new community challenge for ALL ages How many books can you read? Challenge your friends, family, & yourself! Help us reach our county-wide summer goal of
30,000 books!
Monday Morning Fun MakePlayLearn SummerSTEAM Summer Storytime Construction Zone
Each book read increases your chances to win monthly prize drawings and The Grand Prize of a $100 gift card of your choice.
500 by Five© Tween book meet up Teen events
Stop in all summer to explore our treasure box!
Be a part of MD Workforce Exchange Job Search Workshop (PF) Participants will learn how to navigate the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE) system to conduct an effective job search. We will cover job search utilizing additional career sites to enhance your employability. We will also provide tips on how to complete an online application. We will review position descriptions and utilize ONET online resource center to enhance your résumé and application content. If you have a laptop, please bring it. Please register. Wed, Jul 5 | 6:30pm-8:30pm
Poets’ Circle (PF) Beginner or big-time, confident or compulsive, stuck or star-lit! All are welcome. Expect a friendly session of discussion, editing and support. Bring 5 copies of what you want to work on or just yourself. Please register. Sat, Jul 8 | 9am-11am
Drawing What You See (TB) You may have thought “I’d like to draw that!” Artist, illustrator and Librarian McNevin Hayes teaches this interactive, hands-on class. Paper and pencils will be provided, or you can bring your own. yes registration Tue, Jul 11 | 7pm-8:30pm
JobSource Mobile Career Center (FV) Visit the JobSource Mobile Career Center for your job search needs. Get job counseling and résumé help, search for jobs and connect with Southern Maryland JobSource. No registration. Mon, Jul 10 | 1pm-4pm
ADULT EVENTS Green Crafting (SO) Green crafters will meet on Mondays to make crafts out of material that would typically be thrown away. Crocheting, needlework, and simple tying will be used. Teens welcome. No registration Mon, Jul 3 | 2pm-5pm Résumé Writing Workshop (PF) Participants will learn the basic fundamentals of a professional résumé. This workshop is designed for resume development by using tools and helpful links to create a résumé that best reflects participants’ skills and experience as they relate to positions they are applying for. We will review format, content, grammar, etc. You will learn why a résumé is an essential marketing tool. Please register. Wed, Jul 5 | 1pm-3pm JobSource Mobile Career Center (TB) Stop by to visit the JobSource Mobile Career Center for your job search needs! Get job counseling and résumé help, search for jobs and connect with Southern Maryland JobSource. No registration. Fri, Jul 7 | 1pm-4pm
Learn Mahjongg (SO) Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! No registration. Sat, Jul 8 | 1pm-3pm
Green Crafting (SO) Green crafters will meet on Mondays to make crafts out of material that would typically be thrown away. Crocheting, needlework and simple tying will be used. Teens welcome. No registration Mon, Jul 10 | 2pm-5pm Book Discussion - What Have You Read Good Lately? (TB) An informal get-together to catch up on your summer reading! No registration Mon, Jul 10 | 7pm-8:30pm Board of Trustees meeting (PF) Calvert Library Board of Trustees monthly meeting. No registration. Tue, Jul 11 | 2pm-5pm
FV - Fairview Branch PF - Calvert Library Prince Frederick SO-Southern Branch TB - Twin Beaches Branch
www.CalvertLibrary.info
JobSource Mobile Career Center (PF) Visit the JobSource Mobile Career Center for your job search needs! Get job counseling and résumé help, search for jobs and connect with Southern Maryland JobSource. No registration. Wed, Jul 12 | 1pm-4pm
Summer Storytime (PF) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration. Tue, Jul 18 | 10am-10:30am Tue, Jul 18 | 11am-11:30am
Book Discussion - (Lotus Cafe) Recurring monthly book discussion held at Lotus Cafe. This month’s book is: The Two Family House by Lynda Cohen Loigman. No registration Wed, Jul 12 | 6:30pm-8pm
Family Storytime (TB) This storytime is for the family with children of multiple ages. Children enjoy books and language through short stories, songs, crafts and more. An adult must accompany child. No registration Sat, Jul 22 | 10am-10:45am
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support (PF) Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Jeannette Findley. Please register. Thu, Jul 13 | 7pm-8:30pm Garden Smarter - Summer Blooms, Bees, & Butterflies in the Demo Gardens (CRB) July heat brings out the blooms of native plants that provide nectar and pollen for many creatures. Enjoy the scene, and learn how to grow them in your yard. At the Community Resources Building, 30 Duke Street, Prince Frederick. No registration. Sat, Jul 15 | 10am-11:30am Books & Toys The One and Only Ivan (SO) The One and Only Ivan by K.A. Applegate. Moms, parents, caregivers and your tots! Book club for moms, playtime for kids! No registration. Mon, Jul 17 | 10am-11am Green Crafting (SO) Green crafters will meet on Mondays to make crafts out of material that would typically be thrown away. Crocheting, needlework and simple tying will be used. Teens welcome. No registration Mon, Jul 17 | 2pm-5pm Calvert Eats Local Buy Local Challenge Potluck (PF) Bragging rights to those who bring the dishes with the lowest # of “food miles.” Eats Local members are invited to bring a friend plus your plate, utensils, cup and napkin for a truly green experience! yes registration Mon, Jul 17 | 6:30pm-8:30pm
Résumé Writing Workshop A great résumé is the best way to market yourself. Come learn how to make yours shine!
Wednesday, July 5 1pm-3pm Calvert Library Prince Frederick
Green Crafting (SO) Green crafters will meet on Mondays to make crafts out of material that would typically be thrown away. Crocheting, needlework and simple tying will be used. Teens welcome. No registration Mon, Jul 24 | 2pm-5pm Song Circle / Jam Session (SO) Singer-musicians trade songs, taking turns choosing and leading a group of musicians. It’s a sing-along with space for learning from each other and trying new things. A range of playing abilities and experience can be expected. Public is welcome to participate or just observe. No registration Wed, Jul 26 | 6:30pm-8:30pm JobSource Mobile Career Center (SO) Visit the JobSource Mobile Career Center for your job search needs! Get job counseling and résumé help, search for jobs and connect with Southern Maryland JobSource. No registration. Thu, Jul 27 | 1pm-3pm Green Crafting (SO) Green crafters will meet on Mondays to make crafts out of material that would typically be thrown away. Crocheting, needlework and simple tying will be used. Teens welcome. No registration Mon, Jul 31 | 2pm-5pm ART IN THE STACKS Calvert Barn Quilts @ Fairview Come see miniature examples of the “barn quilts” that will be adorning Calvert County this summer for the “Calvert Barn Quilt Trail!” Sponsored by the Arts Council of Calvert County, the Department of Economic Development and a number of local artists and sponsors. No registration Heather Heling Mixed Media Works (SO) Local artist Heather Heling uses paint, magazine clippings, found objects and ephemera to create inspirational 3D pieces of art on canvas. Onewoman show runs July 1 through August 31, 2017. Opening reception is Saturday, July 15th 1-3pm. No registration Mary Blumberg, Watercolor @TWIN Enjoy the beautiful work of Mary Blumberg, artist, teacher and interior designer. No registration Meet the artist: Mary Blumberg (TB) Come to Twin Beaches Library to talk to Mary Blumberg and socialize with other art enthusiasts! No registration Wed, Jul 12 | 7pm-8pm
Calvert Library events are accessible to individuals with disabilities. For special needs, please contact us at least 2 weeks prior to the event at 410-535-0291.
CHILDREN’S EVENTS Book Discussion - A Prayer for Owen Meany (PF) A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving. While playing baseball in the summer of 1953, Owen Meany hits a foul ball that kills his best friend’s mother, and he becomes convinced that he is an instrument of God. No registration Tue, Jul 18 | 7pm-8:30pm
Family Storytime (TB) This storytime is for the families with children of multiple ages. Children enjoy books and language through short stories, songs, crafts and more. An adult must accompany child. No registration Sat, Jul 1 | 10am-10:45am
Summer Storytime (FV) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Sat, Jul 1 | 10am-10:30am Summer Storytime (PF) (SO) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Sat, Jul 1 | 10am-10:30am Summer Storytime (Calvert Marine Museum) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Tue, Jul 11 | 10am-10:30am Summer Storytime (FV) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Tue, Jul 11 | 10am-10:30am Summer Storytime (PF) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Tue, Jul 11 | 10am-10:30am Tue, Jul 11 | 11am-11:30am Family Storytime (TB) This storytime is for the family with children of multiple ages. Children enjoy books and language through short stories, songs, crafts and more. An adult must accompany child. No registration Sat, Jul 15 | 10am-10:45am Summer Storytime (FV) (PF) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Sat, Jul 15 | 10am-10:30am Summer Storytime (SO) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Sat, Jul 15 | 10:30am-11am Summer Storytime (FV) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration. Tue, Jul 18 | 10am-10:30am Summer Storytime (Pavillion at the Boardwalk In Solomons) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Tue, Jul 18 | 10am-10:30am
Summer Storytime (FV) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Sat, Jul 22 | 10am-10:30am Summer Storytime (PF) (SO) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Sat, Jul 22 | 10am-10:30am Summer Storytime (Annmarie Garden) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Tue, Jul 25 | 10am-10:30am Summer Storytime (PF) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Tue, Jul 25 | 10am-10:30am Tue, Jul 25 | 11am-11:30am Summer Storytime (FV) Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. Tue, Jul 25 | 10am-10:30am Summer Storytime (Wetlands Overlook Park) Join us for our weekly Summer storytimes that are held at different venues in the Beach area. These themed storytimes are for families with children of multiple ages and include stories, songs and fingerplays. This week’s storytime will be at Wetlands Overlook Park (4020 11th Street, North Beach). No registration Wed, Jul 26 | 10am-10:45am Construction Zone (PF) Bring your family to explore the Library’s building sets. It’s come and go constructive time in the storytime room as we bring out the library’s collection of Legos, Keva Planks, Lincoln Logs, blocks, Magformers and more. No registration. Sat, Jul 1 | 2pm-4pm Get the Buzz about Bees (TB) Families with school-aged children are invited to learn about bees from our local partner, Chesapeake’s Bounty. Find out the important role bees play in our food chain, do a beeswax project and taste different honeys. It’s sure to BEE a great time! No registration Sat, Jul 8 | 2pm-3:30pm Monday Morning Fun (PF) Join us at 10am for dancing, stories, movies and fun. No registration Mon, Jul 10 | 10am-11am
Summer 2017 Tween Events Grades 5-7 Manga Otaku Artist Nights (TB) 6/6, 6/19, 7/17, 8/1, 8/21 7pm-8:30pm
Get Crafty @ Your Library (SO) 6/22, 7/27, 8/24 | 2pm-3:30pm
Make Your Own Rube Goldberg Machine (PF) 6/20 | 6:30pm-8pm
Tween Trivia Night (PF) 7/18 | 6:30pm-8pm
Giant Game Night (PF) 8/15 |6:30pm-8pm
Parent/Tween Summer Book Meet-Up: The War That Saved My Life 8/3 (TB), 8/7 (FV), 8/8 (PF), 8/10 (SO) | 6:30pm-8pm
*Registration required for all events, except Get Crafty. (PF) Prince Frederick (TB) Twin Beaches (FV) Fairview (SO) Southern
Summer Storytime (Bayside History Museum) Join us for our weekly Summer storytimes that are held at different venues in the Beach area. These themed storytimes are for families with children of multiple ages and include stories, songs and fingerplays. This week’s storytime will be at the Bayside History Museum (4025 4th St, North Beach). No registration Wed, Jul 12 | 10am-10:45am MakePlayLearn! (PF) Children drop by to play games, make crafts and create art projects. MakerSpace is open from 1-4pm before, during and after the Summer Fun Performances. No registration Wed, Jul 12 | 1pm-4pm SummerSTEAM (SO) (TB) Combat the heat and join our interactive SummerSTEAM hour exploring exciting ways to build a better world through stories, activities and a snack. No registration Wed, Jul 12 | 2:30pm-3:30pm MakePlayLearn (SO) Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, Legos® and other building materials; you provide the imagination. No registration Thu, Jul 13 | 10am-11am MakePLayLearn (TB) Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, Legos® and other building materials; you provide the imagination. No registration Thu, Jul 13 | 2:30pm-3:30pm
SummerSTEAM (FV) (PF) SummerSTEAM: Combat the heat and join our interactive SummerSTEAM hour, exploring exciting ways to build a better world through stories, activities and a snack. No registration Thu, Jul 13 | 2:30pm-3:30pm Construction Zone (PF) Bring your family to explore the Library’s building sets. It’s come and go constructive time in the storytime room as we bring out the library’s collection of Legos®, Keva Planks®, Lincoln Logs®, blocks, Magformers® and more. No registration. Sat, Jul 15 | 2pm-4pm Monday Morning Fun (PF) Join us at 10am for dancing, stories, movies and fun. No registration Mon, Jul 17 | 10am-11am Summer Storytime (Bandshell at Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa) Join us for our weekly Summer storytimes that are held at different venues in the Beach area. These themed storytimes are for families with children of multiple ages and include stories, songs and fingerplays. This week’s storytime will be at Bandshell at Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa(4165 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach). No registration Wed, Jul 19 | 10am-10:45am MakePlayLearn! (PF) Children drop by to play games, make crafts and art projects. MakerSpace is open from 1-4pm before, during and after the Summer Fun Performances. No registration Wed, Jul 19 | 1pm-4pm