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Reading Buddies - Teen Buddy (SO)

Teen Reading Buddy
2024-11-07 18:30:00 2024-11-07 19:30:00 America/New_York Reading Buddies - Teen Buddy (SO) 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! Southern Branch -

Thursday, November 07
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-07 18:30:00 2024-11-07 19:30:00 America/New_York Reading Buddies - Teen Buddy (SO) 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! Southern Branch -

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 Reading Buddies - Young Readers 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 on this page. 
  • 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: | Teen |

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

TAGS: | Teens |

Southern Branch
Phone: (410) 326-5289
Branch manager
Meg Faller
Hours
Mon, Dec 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 06 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 08 Closed
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Imagine, explore and discover everything Calvert Library Southern 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!

Upcoming events

Storytime - Babies (SO)
Mon, Dec 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Storytime (SO)
Mon, Dec 09, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Tue, Dec 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Storytime (SO)
Tue, Dec 10, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.
Storytime (SO)
Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:40am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.
Storytime (SO)
Wed, Dec 11, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support (SO)
Wed, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Charles Harrell and Dennis Poremski of the Alzheimer's Association.
Tarot Study Group: Drop-In Program (SO) - Creative Uses
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Come learn and practice tarot as a creative tool, for self-reflection, introspection, meditation, thoughtfulness, or as a fun hobby. This month we will look at how to use tarot in creative endeavors.
Teen Craft Night (SO) - DIY Mini Terrarium
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
We will be making mini terrariums, cards, and other crafts! For ages 13-17. Free event! Please register, limited space.
Rescheduled
Teen Craft Night (SO) - DIY Mini Terrarium
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Thursday, December 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
We will be making mini terrariums, cards, and other crafts! For ages 13-17. Free event! Please register, limited space.
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Sat, Dec 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Storytime (SO)
Sat, Dec 14, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.
STEAMLab Jr (SO)
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM on the third Thursday each month! Build, code, count and create with different activities each session. Registration required. Intended for scientists in grades K-2.
STEAMLab (SO)
Thu, Dec 19, 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM on the third Thursday of each month! Build, code, count and create with different activities each session. Registration required, intended for scientists in grades 3-5.
Fiber Fiends (SO) - Knitting and Crocheting
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
If you knit, embroider or crochet, or would like to learn, join us at the Southern Branch on the 3rd Saturday of the month. Get together with other fiber crafters to learn or develop your skills. Work on projects in progress or start something new! Registration requested. BYOY! (Bring Your Own Yarn!)
Noon Year's Eve Storytime (SO)
Tue, Dec 31, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room
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.
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Mon, Jan 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Storytime Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins?one story at a time!?
Mon, Jan 06, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting 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 (SO)
Tue, Jan 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Storytime Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins?one story at a time!?
Tue, Jan 07, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting 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.
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