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Reading Buddies - Young Reader (FV )

Young Reader
2024-12-18 18:00:00 2024-12-18 19:00:00 America/New_York Reading Buddies - Young Reader (FV ) At this event, elementary-aged children will do fun activities and read out loud to teen volunteers. Teen volunteers can earn one (1) service learning hour for participating. It's a great way to socialize and build reading confidence! Fairview Branch - Children's Area

Wednesday, December 18
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-12-18 18:00:00 2024-12-18 19:00:00 America/New_York Reading Buddies - Young Reader (FV ) At this event, elementary-aged children will do fun activities and read out loud to teen volunteers. Teen volunteers can earn one (1) service learning hour for participating. It's a great way to socialize and build reading confidence! Fairview Branch - Children's Area

Fairview Branch

Children's Area

At this event, elementary-aged children will do fun activities and read out loud to teen volunteers. Teen volunteers can earn one (1) service learning hour for participating. It's a great way to socialize and build reading confidence!

Does your K-5th grade child love to read out loud, or needs help building reading confidence? Here's the chance for everyone to practice in a safe and welcoming space! 

How it works for young readers:

  • Register for the event.
  • Bring your favorite books or pick one of ours when you get here--we have plenty!
  • Stuffed animals are welcome!
  • Read and engage in fun activities with teen volunteers.
  • Have fun!

How it works for Teen Reading Buddies:

  • Register for the event.
  • Read and engage in fun activities with young readers to build their confidence. 
  • Earn one (1) service learning hour for school!

Reading Buddies is a space for K-5 graders to practice reading in a relaxed and welcoming group! Reading Buddies inspires a love of reading, offers great social activities for children and teens, and promotes positive interactions between children of all ages. Teens earn a service learning hour by participating in a meaningful experience by encouraging children and helping them with their reading skills.

For accessibility accommodations, please contact us at least 2 weeks before the event. 410-535-0291.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Intergenerational | Edu-tainment | Book Events/Discussion |

TAGS: | Children |

Fairview Branch
Phone: (410) 257-2101
Branch manager
Lisa Tassa
Hours
Mon, Feb 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Feb 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Feb 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Feb 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Feb 07 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Feb 08 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 09 Closed
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About the branch

Imagine, explore and discover everything Calvert Library Fairview Branch offers to our community.  
1. Digital materials 
2. Public computers 
3. No late fees 
4. Premium online resources
5. Job seeker services 
6. Meeting rooms 
7. Fun, educational programs for all ages! (link to new calendar) 

Upcoming events

Chess Club (FV)
Wed, Feb 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Room
Enjoy playing chess? Looking to sharpen your chess skills? Come drop in and challenge new opponents! All skill levels and ages are welcome. Please bring a chess board along if you own one.
STEAMLab Jr (FV)
Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Large Room
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM on the first Thursday of each month! Build, code, count and create with different activities each session. Registration required. Intended for scientists in grades K-2.
STEAMLab (FV)
Thu, Feb 06, 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Large Room
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM on the first Thursday of each month! Build, code, count and create with different activities each session. Registration required, intended for scientists in grades 3-5.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Large Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends! Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 0 - 5. Registration recommended.
JobSource Mobile Career Center (FV)
Mon, Feb 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Field Behind Library
Stop by to visit the JobSource Mobile Career Center for your job search needs! Get job counseling and resume help, search for jobs and connect with Southern Maryland JobSource.
Storytime - Babies (FV)
Tue, Feb 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time!
Tue, Feb 11, 10:10am - 10:50am
Large Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends! Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time!
Tue, Feb 11, 11:10am - 11:50am
Large Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends! Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Feb 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
Large Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends! Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 0 - 5. Registration recommended.
Dungeons & Dragons - TEENS (FV)
Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
TeenZone
Meet up and have fun with D&D. Players ages 13-19 of all levels and interest are welcome. Registration is required.
Storytime - Babies (FV)
Tue, Feb 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time!
Tue, Feb 18, 10:10am - 10:50am
Large Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends! Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time!
Tue, Feb 18, 11:10am - 11:50am
Large Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends! Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Fairview Book Disc - Backyard Bird Chronicles (FV & Zoom)
Wed, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Room,Zoom Room
Join us online or in person at the Fairview Branch to discuss "The Backyard Bird Chronicles" by Amy Tan, a gorgeous, witty account of birding, nature and the beauty around us that hides in plain sight. "Unexpected and spectacular." - Ann Patchett.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Feb 22, 10:00am - 10:45am
Large Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends! Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 0 - 5. Registration recommended.
Storytime - Babies (FV)
Tue, Feb 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time!
Tue, Feb 25, 10:10am - 10:50am
Large Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends! Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time!
Tue, Feb 25, 11:10am - 11:50am
Large Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends! Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Calvert County Health Department Information Table (FV)
Tue, Feb 25, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Computer Area
A representative from the Health Department will be available to answer questions and provide information about healthy living and health services in Calvert County.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Mar 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Large Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends! Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 0 - 5. Registration recommended.
Storytime - Babies (FV)
Tue, Mar 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time!
Tue, Mar 04, 10:10am - 10:50am
Large Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends! Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time!
Tue, Mar 04, 11:10am - 11:50am
Large Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends! Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Astronomy Night (FV)
Tue, Mar 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Field Behind Library
Come see what the night sky has to offer in the field behind Fairview. Learn about the equipment used to view the sky from the Astronomy Club of Southern Maryland. All ages welcome. Outdoor only event, weather permitting.
Chess Club (FV)
Wed, Mar 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Room
Enjoy playing chess? Looking to sharpen your chess skills? Come drop in and challenge new opponents! All skill levels and ages are welcome. Please bring a chess board along if you own one.
STEAMLab Jr (FV)
Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Large Room
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM on the first Thursday each month! Build, code, count and create with different activities each session. Registration required. Intended for scientists in grades K-2.
Registration opens Thursday, February 6 2025 at 9:00am
STEAMLab (FV)
Thu, Mar 06, 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Large Room
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM on the first Thursday of each month! Build, code, count and create with different activities each session. Registration required, intended for scientists in grades 3 - 5.
Registration opens Thursday, February 6 2025 at 9:00am
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