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Meet Michelle Coles, Author of Black Was the Ink (PF)

Celebrate Black History Month
2025-02-27 18:00:00 2025-02-27 19:30:00 America/New_York Meet Michelle Coles, Author of Black Was the Ink (PF) MD Libraries Together and Calvert Library are excited to present Michelle Coles to help celebrate Black History Month 2025. Ms. Coles, a civil rights attorney, wrote the award-winning young adult book "Black Was the Ink," a compelling story that brings history and contemporary issues to life in an engaging way. In person, books will be available for sale & signing. Streaming to YouTube. Calvert Library Prince Frederick - Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3

Thursday, February 27
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-27 18:00:00 2025-02-27 19:30:00 America/New_York Meet Michelle Coles, Author of Black Was the Ink (PF) MD Libraries Together and Calvert Library are excited to present Michelle Coles to help celebrate Black History Month 2025. Ms. Coles, a civil rights attorney, wrote the award-winning young adult book "Black Was the Ink," a compelling story that brings history and contemporary issues to life in an engaging way. In person, books will be available for sale & signing. Streaming to YouTube. Calvert Library Prince Frederick - Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3

Calvert Library Prince Frederick

Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3

MD Libraries Together and Calvert Library are excited to present Michelle Coles to help celebrate Black History Month 2025. Ms. Coles, a civil rights attorney, wrote the award-winning young adult book "Black Was the Ink," a compelling story that brings history and contemporary issues to life in an engaging way. In person, books will be available for sale & signing. Streaming to YouTube.

Due to limited space, please register if you will be attending in person to meet Ms. Coles. The event will also be streamed online on Calvert Library's YouTube channel.

This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services & Technology Act administered by the MD State Library Agency. Streaming provided by Prince George’s County Memorial Library System. 

The story features Malcolm, a Black teen from DC, whose mom is worried about his safety over the summer and sends him to stay with his father’s family on their farm in Mississippi.  Part of the farm had been taken through eminent domain for a highway some years prior and now the state is threatening to take the rest of it even though there is an option to take some of the farm across the road.  Malcolm isn’t all that worried about it until he is transported back in time to the Reconstruction Era as his ancestor Cedric, an aide to Senator Hiram Revels, one of the first Black members of Congress.  Malcolm and readers learn about the Black heroes of the period and learn how to advocate in the present. This is an entertaining and inspiring read for both teens and adults and you’ll undoubtedly learn something new, too!

Place Black Was the Ink on hold.  Borrow the ebook with no wait from Libby today!

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

AGE GROUP: | Teen | Senior | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Lectures, Panels & Conversations | Intergenerational | Book Events/Discussion |

TAGS: | EDI | Adults |

Calvert Library Prince Frederick
Phone: (410) 535-0291
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On Pins and Needles (PF)
Fri, May 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 2 and 3
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Visit Calvert Library at Spring Craft Fair + Community Event - Join us!
Sat, May 02, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Come visit us at the Spring Craft Fair and Community event hosted by Huntingtown High School and CCPS! Check out local vendors and small business, try some tasty food and even touch a truck!
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Dungeons & Dragons - TWEENS (PF)
Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Teen Zone
Join our Dungeon Master (DM) to learn about D&D and start playing the magical, mystical role-playing game (RPG)! The DM will bring prepared characters, so all you need to do is bring yourself! Please register for this event.
This event is full
Brain Games - Mahjongg, Scrabble & More (PF)
Sat, May 02, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Living Room with Fireplace
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Dungeons & Dragons - TEENS (PF)
Sat, May 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Zone
Meet up and have fun with D&D. Players ages 13 - 19 of all levels and interest are welcome. Registration is required.
This event is full
Art in the Stacks: Open House - Sharp Tongue Studio
Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 3
Visit Calvert Library Prince Frederick to meet the artists behind Sharp Tongue Studio.
MakePlayLearn (PF)
Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room
Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, building bricks and other building materials. You provide the imagination.
Art in the Stacks by Eryka Kahunanui (PF)
Sun, May 03, All day
Eryka Kahunanui is a California-born Kanakaiwi (Native Hawaiian) artist and the creative force behind Sharp Tongue Studio. Her work confronts the layered realities of Hawaiian diaspora, sovereignty and belonging, weaving personal history with broader cultural memory.
Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
Mon, May 04, All day
Front of building
Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children's mental health and well-being.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, May 04, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
STEAMLab Jr -- Volcanoes (PF)
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM! Build, code, count and create with different activities each session. Registration required. Intended for scientists in grades K-2.
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (PF) - Bring a friend and practice with us!
Mon, May 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
Come join us for a fun hour of bilingual conversation! 30 minutes in English and 30 minutes in Spanish! We will get to practice our English and Spanish conversation skills! It will be a time for community members to help each other out with their language needs!
Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
Tue, May 05, All day
Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children's mental health and well-being.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Tue, May 05, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
League of Women Voters: Voter Registration (PF)
Tue, May 05, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Front of building,Lobby
Get registered to vote! A representative of the League of Women Voters will be available to help you with registration.
Storytime - Adaptive (PF)
Tue, May 05, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, music, stories and sensory activities to develop early literacy skills in a slower-paced & smaller group setting. Join us for playtime immediately after! All abilities are welcome, & activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required for children only.
Kindergarten Gear Up (PF)
Tue, May 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room
Join us for a 7-week program designed to help prepare kids and their caregivers to start school in the upcoming year. Through instruction and play, kids will learn social and academic skills while caregivers will learn how to better support their children. This program is intended for children not receiving formal childcare. Registration is required, and it is asked that you attend all sessions.
Registration is now closed
Calvert Writes (PF) - Middle School Showcase
Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3
Students, parents and community members, please join Calvert County Public Schools and Calvert Library to celebrate student authors, novelists, playwrights, journalists, essayists, poets, songwriters and comics at this Gallery of Words Spring Showcase.
Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
Wed, May 06, All day
Front of building
Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children's mental health and well-being.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Wed, May 06, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
WOW (Work on Whatever) Wednesday (PF)
Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Living Room with Fireplace
Bring your project and supplies, whether it's papercraft, scrapbook, quilting, origami or whatever you're working on. Come for the whole time or just a couple of hours. Get your projects done and make new friends! Registration is not required but you'll get a reminder if you do.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, May 06, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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 Writes (PF) - High School Showcase
Wed, May 06, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3
Students, parents and community members, please join Calvert County Public Schools and Calvert Library to celebrate student authors, novelists, playwrights, journalists, essayists, poets, songwriters and comics at this Gallery of Words Spring Showcase.
Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
Thu, May 07, All day
Front of building
Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children's mental health and well-being.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Thu, May 07, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Resumes & Interviewing Skills - MD Dept. of Labor (PF) - Skillbuilders
Thu, May 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 3
Offered by Maryland Department of Labor, American Job Center, this is an interactive workshop for resume and job interview help. Looking for a first job or a better job? Don't miss this free class. Registration closes 3 days before the event.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, May 07, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Storytime - Adaptive (PF)
Thu, May 07, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, music, stories and sensory activities to develop early literacy skills in a slower-paced & smaller group setting. Join us for playtime immediately after! All abilities are welcome, & activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required for children only.
This event is full
Awful Artworks (PF) - Waterworks
Thu, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Have you ever looked at an art project and thought "I could do that," but you in fact could not do that? Let your creativity flow without worrying about an end product!
Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
Fri, May 08, All day
Front of building
Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children's mental health and well-being.
On Pins and Needles (PF)
Fri, May 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 2 and 3
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
Sat, May 09, All day
Front of building
Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children's mental health and well-being.
Jigsaw Puzzle Swap: Reduce, Reuse, Reassemble (PF)
Sat, May 09, 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 3
Love puzzles? Join us at the library for a Jigsaw Puzzle Swap! Bring your gently used puzzles and exchange them for new-to-you challenges. It's a fun, eco-friendly way to refresh your collection and connect with fellow puzzle enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned puzzler or just starting, you'll leave inspired and ready to piece together something new! In partnership with Calvert Co. Puzzle Swap.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, May 09, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
MakePlayLearn (PF)
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room
Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, building bricks and other building materials. You provide the imagination.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, May 11, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Tech Help Drop-in Hour (PF) - Skillbuilders presents
Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Learn how to troubleshoot and fix your tech problems with Calvert Library!
Hora de soporte técnico de convivencia (PF) - Se presenta Skillbuilders
Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
¡Aprender como solucionar y resolver problemas de technología con Calvert Library!
Mindfulness Series: Meditation with LJ (PF)
Mon, May 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2,Meeting Room 3
Discover the power of presence with a sound bath meditation led by LJ of Dusk and Willow Designs in North Beach. The combination of meditation, sounds and vibrations produced by different instruments such as crystal bowls, drums, chimes and other instruments allows your mind to enter a meditative and relaxed state that will instill ultimate peace and relaxation to your body, mind and spirit.
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (PF) - Bring a friend and practice with us!
Mon, May 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Living Room with Fireplace
Come join us for a fun hour of bilingual conversation! 30 minutes in English and 30 minutes in Spanish! We will get to practice our English and Spanish conversation skills! It will be a time for community members to help each other out with their language needs!
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Tue, May 12, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Storytime - Adaptive (PF)
Tue, May 12, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, music, stories and sensory activities to develop early literacy skills in a slower-paced & smaller group setting. Join us for playtime immediately after! All abilities are welcome, & activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required for children only.
Kindergarten Gear Up (PF)
Tue, May 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 3,Storytime Room
Join us for a 7-week program designed to help prepare kids and their caregivers to start school in the upcoming year. Through instruction and play, kids will learn social and academic skills while caregivers will learn how to better support their children. This program is intended for children not receiving formal childcare. Registration is required, and it is asked that you attend all sessions.
Registration is now closed
Dine Out Book Discussion: "Beautiful Swimmers" - by William W. Warner (City Sliders Steakhouse - North Beach)
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
As summer approaches, join us to read this classic about the Maryland blue crab and life on the Chesapeake Bay.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Wed, May 13, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Job Seeker Resources - MD Dept. of Labor (PF) - Skillbuilders presents
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 3
MD Labor Workforce--Veterans Services will be available in person at Calvert Library Prince Frederick to meet with those seeking employment-related support and community service information.
Brain Games - Mahjongg, Scrabble & More (PF)
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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.
JobSource Mobile Career Center (PF)
Wed, May 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Front of building
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.
STEAMLab - Architecture (PF)
Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM! Build, code, count and create with different activities each session. Registration required, intended for scientists in grades 3 - 5.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Thu, May 14, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Storytime - Adaptive (PF)
Thu, May 14, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, music, stories and sensory activities to develop early literacy skills in a slower-paced & smaller group setting. Join us for playtime immediately after! All abilities are welcome, & activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required for children only.
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support (PF & Zoom)
Thu, May 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 3,Zoom Room
Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Jeannette Findley & JC Hooker.
On Pins and Needles (PF)
Fri, May 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 2 and 3
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
HIPPY Calvert Community Baby Shower (PF)
Sat, May 16, 9:30am - 11:00am
Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3
Community Baby Shower sponsored by HIPPY/Healthy Healthy/PAT and Calvert County Health Department
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Brain Games - Mahjongg, Scrabble & More (PF)
Sat, May 16, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 3
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
MakePlayLearn (PF)
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room
Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, building bricks and other building materials. You provide the imagination.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, May 18, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
STEAMLab Jr - Boats (PF)
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM! Build, code, count and create with different activities each session. Registration required. Intended for scientists in grades K-2.
Registration opens Monday, May 4 2026 at 9:00am
Silent Book Club (PF)
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room 3
Need a break to relax and focus on your next read? Join us for an hour of complete silence and focus!
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (PF) - Bring a friend and practice with us!
Mon, May 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
Come join us for a fun hour of bilingual conversation! 30 minutes in English and 30 minutes in Spanish! We will get to practice our English and Spanish conversation skills! It will be a time for community members to help each other out with their language needs!
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Tue, May 19, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Storytime - Adaptive (PF)
Tue, May 19, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, music, stories and sensory activities to develop early literacy skills in a slower-paced & smaller group setting. Join us for playtime immediately after! All abilities are welcome, & activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required for children only.
Teen Night - Spring Reset (PF)
Tue, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
Teens are invited to unwind and recharge at this casual, screen-free evening at the library. Enjoy a variety of creative stations including vision board collages, clay sculpture and journaling, designed to help you reflect on the school year and look ahead to summer. Lemonade and snacks are included. Come out and connect with friends in a welcoming, low-pressure space.
Social on the Spectrum (PF) - Neurodivergent Peer Support Group
Tue, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 3
Join us for a neurodivergent peer support conversation. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with peers about the joys and struggles of being a neurodivergent or autistic adult, or those exploring their identities on the spectrum. We welcome everyone 18+ regardless of ability or diagnostic status. This is a peer-led group, not therapy, and is not intended to diagnose or as medical advice.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Wed, May 20, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, May 20, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, May 20, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Thu, May 21, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Changing Careers - MD Dept of Labor (PF) - Skillbuilders
Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 2 and 3
Offered by Maryland Department of Labor and American Job Center, this free interactive workshop helps you explore a new career direction. Learn to identify strengths, transferable skills, and navigate the career-change process effectively. Create an account at mwejobs.maryland.gov and register with Calvert Library today!
Storytime - Adaptive (PF)
Thu, May 21, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, music, stories and sensory activities to develop early literacy skills in a slower-paced & smaller group setting. Join us for playtime immediately after! All abilities are welcome, & activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required for children only.
TACOS Teen Advisory Council of Students (PF)
Thu, May 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
Teens! Calvert Library needs you! We want the library to be a safe space where teens can hang out and freely access books, information, and form community. TACOS meets monthly to help us with our events and services planning. Join us every third Thursday! You can receive 1 Service Learning hour for each meeting attended.
On Pins and Needles (PF)
Fri, May 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 2 and 3
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
All Calvert Library Locations Closed
Sat, May 23, All day
All Calvert Library locations closed. Downloadable and streaming materials and services available 24/7.
All Calvert Library Locations Closed
Mon, May 25, All day
All Calvert Library locations closed. Downloadable and streaming materials and services available 24/7.
Pokémon Club - Trading Card Game (PF)
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Living Room with Fireplace
Give your child a fun way to build strategy, teamwork and confidence! This club helps young players master the Pokémon Trading Card Game while exploring creativity through exciting Pokémon-themed activities. Perfect for learning new skills and leveling up in a friendly environment!
Calvert Library Foundation Meeting (PF)
Tue, May 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Storytime Room
Calvert Library Foundation Meeting
Brain Games - Mahjongg, Scrabble & More (PF)
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Job Seeker Resources - MD Dept. of Labor (PF) - Skillbuilders presents
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 3
MD Labor Workforce--Veterans Services will be available in person at Calvert Library Prince Frederick to meet with those seeking employment-related support and community service information.
Tech Help Drop-in Hour (PF) - Skillbuilders presents
Wed, May 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Learn how to troubleshoot and fix your tech problems with Calvert Library!
Hora de soporte técnico de convivencia (PF) - Se presenta Skillbuilders
Wed, May 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm
¡Aprender como solucionar y resolver problemas de technología con Calvert Library!
Reading Buddies (PF) - Young Reader
Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
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!
Reading Buddies (PF) - Teen Buddy - Occurs in the Teen Zone
Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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!
Homemaker to Changemaker - Returning to Work after Major Life Events (PF + Zoom)
Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2,Zoom Room
An informal presentation and discussion about returning to work after caring for a family member. More details to come. Please register to receive the Zoom link to participate.
On Pins and Needles (PF)
Fri, May 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 2 and 3
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Tabletop Titans - ADULT (PF) - Good Society: A Jane Austen RPG
Sat, May 30, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Living Room with Fireplace
Live out your very own regency drama! For adults of all experience levels. Please register for this event.
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