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Fairview Book Disc - Americanah (FV & Zoom)
2025-01-15 14:00:00 2025-01-15 15:00:00 America/New_York Fairview Book Disc - Americanah (FV & Zoom) Join us online or in person at the Fairview Branch to discuss "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, a modern classic about star-crossed lovers that explores questions of race and being Black in America. "An expansive, epic love story." -O, The Oprah Magazine Fairview Branch - Small Room, Zoom Room

Wednesday, January 15
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-15 14:00:00 2025-01-15 15:00:00 America/New_York Fairview Book Disc - Americanah (FV & Zoom) Join us online or in person at the Fairview Branch to discuss "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, a modern classic about star-crossed lovers that explores questions of race and being Black in America. "An expansive, epic love story." -O, The Oprah Magazine Fairview Branch - Small Room, Zoom Room

Fairview Branch

Small Room, Zoom Room

Join us online or in person at the Fairview Branch to discuss "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, a modern classic about star-crossed lovers that explores questions of race and being Black in America. "An expansive, epic love story." -O, The Oprah Magazine

Click here to place Americanah on hold

Register in advance to receive the Zoom link via email if you wish to attend virtually.

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

AGE GROUP: | Senior | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Events/Discussion |

TAGS: | book discussion | book club | Adults |

Fairview Branch
Phone: (410) 257-2101
Branch manager
Lisa Tassa
Hours
Mon, Dec 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 20 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 21 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 22 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

Anime Night (FV)
Thu, Dec 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Room
A fun night of anime! Tweens/Teens in grades 6-12 invited.
Dungeons & Dragons - TEENS (FV)
Sat, Dec 28, 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.
Noon Year's Eve Storytime (FV)
Tue, Dec 31, 11:15am - 12:15pm
You're invited to count down to Noon Year's Eve with us! We'll read stories, sing songs and most of all have fun! There will be a ball drop when the clock strikes 12 and dance party to follow after. Dress attire optional.
STEAMLab Jr (FV)
Thu, Jan 02, 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.
STEAMLab ( FV)
Thu, Jan 02, 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.
Art in the Stacks Nov-Jan exhibit by Sheri Lynn Tardio (FV) - In Partnership with Calvert Library
Sun, Jan 05, All day
Children's Area
Calvert Library Fairview Branch invites you to enjoy the work of local artist Sheri Lynn Tardio.
Storytime - Babies (FV)
Tue, Jan 07, 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, Jan 07, 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, Jan 07, 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.
Cancelled
Chess Club (FV)
Wed, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Jan 11, 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, Jan 13, 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, Jan 14, 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, Jan 14, 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, Jan 14, 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 - Americanah (FV & Zoom)
Wed, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Room,Zoom Room
Join us online or in person at the Fairview Branch to discuss "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, a modern classic about star-crossed lovers that explores questions of race and being Black in America. "An expansive, epic love story." -O, The Oprah Magazine
Reading Buddies - Teen Buddy (FV) - Teen Reading Buddy
Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 - Young Reader (FV) - Young Reader
Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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!
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Jan 18, 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.
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