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Garden Smarter - Chasing Monarchs on Migration (TB)

The How, Why and Where of Monarch Migration

2025-09-06 10:00:00 2025-09-06 11:00:00 America/New_York Garden Smarter - Chasing Monarchs on Migration (TB) Discover the incredible migration of Monarch butterflies with Master Naturalist Lisa Bierer-Garrett. From tagging programs in Minnesota to Western migrations in California and the breathtaking overwintering sites in Mexico, Lisa shares her journey, stunning photos, and tips for helping monarchs thrive in your own yard. Twin Beaches Branch - Meeting Room West

Saturday, September 06
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2025-09-06 10:00:00 2025-09-06 11:00:00 America/New_York Garden Smarter - Chasing Monarchs on Migration (TB) Discover the incredible migration of Monarch butterflies with Master Naturalist Lisa Bierer-Garrett. From tagging programs in Minnesota to Western migrations in California and the breathtaking overwintering sites in Mexico, Lisa shares her journey, stunning photos, and tips for helping monarchs thrive in your own yard. Twin Beaches Branch - Meeting Room West

Twin Beaches Branch

Meeting Room West

Discover the incredible migration of Monarch butterflies with Master Naturalist Lisa Bierer-Garrett. From tagging programs in Minnesota to Western migrations in California and the breathtaking overwintering sites in Mexico, Lisa shares her journey, stunning photos, and tips for helping monarchs thrive in your own yard.

Lisa Bierer-Garrett learned as a teen about a butterfly tagging program that found tagged monarchs in Minnesota flew to the mountains in Mexico. Eager to learn more, she found there was a Western local migration in California too.  Lisa and her husband traveled to California to learn about the Western population that overwinters in the Tall Eucalyptus trees of the Pacific Grove CA.

The Garretts then had the opportunity in 2019 to travel to Mexico City and El Rosario Monarch Preserve. High at 10,000 feet in the Oyamel Fir forests they witnessed millions of monarchs up in the trees roosting.


Join Lisa as she shows the journey of discovery that lets us all learn more about these amazing migratory butterflies. She will also share tips on how we can help them in our yards and gardens on their travels.

Calvert Library strives to make our events accessible to all. For access questions or requests, call 410-535-0291.

AGE GROUP: | Teen | Senior | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures, Panels & Conversations | Class/Workshop |

TAGS: | Garden Smarter | Adults |

Twin Beaches Branch
Phone: (410) 257-2411
Branch manager
Melissa Gray
Hours
Mon, Aug 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 15 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 17 Closed
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About the branch

Serving the Twin Beaches area of Chesapeake Beach and North Beach since 1981. Come discover everything Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch offers to our community.  
1. Digital materials 
2. Public computers 
3. No late fees 
4. Premium online resources 
5. Job seeker services 
6. Fun, educational programs for all ages!

Upcoming events

Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, Aug 14, 6:30pm - 7:10pm
Program 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.
Teen Book Box Pickup August 16 - 30 (TB) - Here There Be Dragons
Sat, Aug 16, All day
It's the triumphant return of the Teen Book Box! During the summer, we will be checking out free boxes each month to teens who register. Inspired by subscription boxes like Loot Crate, each box will have a theme and contain a library book to borrow, a free book to keep, a fun activity and a snack. Boxes can be picked up from August 16 to August 30. The theme for August is "Here There Be Dragons."
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Aug 16, 10:00am - 10:40am
Program 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 (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 11:40am
Program 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 (TB)
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program 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!
Maryland Insurance Administration Information Table (TB)
Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Living Room
A representative from the Maryland Insurance Administration will be available to answer your general questions and provide information about insurance including, but not limited to, life, health, vehicle, and homeowners. 
Game On! (TB)
Mon, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room
Teens and Tweens drop in for some fun and games with friends! So many board games to try!
Introduction to Sewing--Wallet Style Organizer (TB)
Mon, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Join us for a brief introduction to sewing. At this event, you will learn the basics of the Bernina sewing machine in our Makerspace and create your own wallet-style organizer! Participants must complete the Bernina sewing machine online certification piece before this event. Click through to the full event description for the certification link.
This event is full
MakePlayLearn (TB)
Tue, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program 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!
Tween Night - End Of Summer Board Game Bash (TB)
Tue, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Hey Tweens, join us for the End Of Summer Board Game Bash! Challenge your friends to classic and new board games, enjoy snacks, and celebrate the end of summer with laughter and friendly competition. Ages 8-12.
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room West
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Active Play -- Active Fun! (TB)
Wed, Aug 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room
Kids and Tweens can come jump and play on our Active Floor--an interactive gaming system you play with your feet! You'll be floored!
Tween Summer Book Fest (TB) - "Wildfire" by W. R. Philbrick
Wed, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Join other book lovers during this fun summer book club! Each month we will read a new book and come together to discuss, play games and do activities. Did we mention there will be snacks?! The first ten (10) registrants get a copy of the book to keep! Contact your library branch at 410-257-2411 to pick up your book at least one (1) week before the event .
Song Circle (TB)
Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room West
Join us at Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch for a fun and creative Song Circle! Whether you're a musician, singer, or just love to hum along, this event is for you. Lead or learn folk and acoustic tunes in a casual, welcoming jam session. Bring your instrument, voice, or enthusiasm. Spectators are welcome to come enjoy the music, energy, and community spirit!
MakePlayLearn (TB)
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program 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!
Overcoming Challenges to Succeed - MWE Workshop (TB) - Skillbuilders
Mon, Aug 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room West
Offered by Maryland Department of Labor, American Job Center, this is an interactive workshop to learn about challenges and barriers that may interfere with navigating a successful career plan. Don't miss this free class. Registration closes the Thursday before the event.
Job Seeker Resources - MD Dept of Labor (TB) - Skillbuilders presents
Wed, Aug 27, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room West
Focus on Veteran's Services!
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Aug 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Active Play -- Active Fun! (TB)
Wed, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Kids and Tweens can come jump and play on our Active Floor--an interactive gaming system you play with your feet! You'll be floored!
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (TB)
Wed, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room East
Come join us for a fun hour of bilingual conversation! 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!
Yoga on the Terrace - All Levels (TB)
Thu, Aug 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Terrace
Join us for our summer yoga series with a gentle flow class for all levels on the beautiful Twin Beaches Branch terrace overlooking the Bay. In the case of inclement weather, the class will be canceled.
This event is full
Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Sep 02, 9:15am - 10:00am
Program 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
Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Sep 02, 10:15am - 11:00am
Program 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.
Drop in Switch (TB)
Tue, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Area
Have fun and make friends at this electronic twist on game night! Play games using the Nintendo Switch. Registration is not required.
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Wed, Sep 03, 9:15am - 9:35am
Program Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:40am
Program 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.
Morning Book Discussion (TB) - Book Chat! Let's share our favorite books from the past year
Wed, Sep 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room East
We all love to read! Let's take time to share some books we've really enjoyed over the past year.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Sep 03, 11:00am - 11:40am
Program 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.
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room West
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support (TB)
Wed, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East
Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Susan Brayford and Sandra Raviv. Special guest speaker on August 6th! Donny Williams from Serving Together will discuss what we can do for service members, veterans and miliary families, particularly highlighting what we can do to support caregivers.
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (TB)
Wed, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room East
Come join us for a fun hour of bilingual conversation! 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!
Active Play -- Active Fun! (TB)
Wed, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Kids and Tweens can come jump and play on our Active Floor--an interactive gaming system you play with your feet! You'll be floored! For accessibility accommodations, please contact us at least 2 weeks before the event. 410-535-0291.
Song Circle (TB)
Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room West
Join us at Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch for a fun and creative Song Circle! Whether you're a musician, singer, or just love to hum along, this event is for you. Lead or learn folk and acoustic tunes in a casual, welcoming jam session. Bring your instrument, voice, or enthusiasm. Spectators are welcome too?come enjoy the music, energy, and community spirit!
Teen Night (TB)- Game Show Night - Family Feud
Thu, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Activities, community, fun! Hang out with friends at Calvert Library Twin Beaches for this teen-focused event!
JobSource Mobile Career Center (TB)
Fri, Sep 05, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Driveway
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.
Garden Smarter - Chasing Monarchs on Migration (TB) - The How, Why and Where of Monarch Migration
Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room West
Discover the incredible migration of Monarch butterflies with Master Naturalist Lisa Bierer-Garrett. From tagging programs in Minnesota to Western migrations in California and the breathtaking overwintering sites in Mexico, Lisa shares her journey, stunning photos, and tips for helping monarchs thrive in your own yard.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 10:40am
Program 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 (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Sep 06, 11:00am - 11:40am
Program 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 (TB)
Sat, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program 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 Vidheha Ranjan (TB)
Sun, Sep 07, All day
Calvert Library Twin Beaches invites you to enjoy photography by local artist Vidheha Ranjan. The exhibition will run through September 2025.
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Mon, Sep 08, 9:15am - 9:35am
Program Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Resumes and Interviewing Skills - MWE Workshop (TB) - Skillbuilders
Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room West
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 (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 10:40am
Program 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 (TB)
Tue, Sep 09, 9:15am - 10:00am
Program 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
Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Sep 09, 10:15am - 11:00am
Program 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.
Reading Buddies - Young Reader ( TB )
Tue, Sep 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
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 - Teen Buddy ( TB )
Tue, Sep 09, 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!
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Wed, Sep 10, 9:15am - 9:35am
Program Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 10:40am
Program 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 (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:40am
Program 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.
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Sep 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room West
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Active Play -- Active Fun! (TB)
Wed, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Kids and Tweens can come jump and play on our Active Floor--an interactive gaming system you play with your feet! You'll be floored! For accessibility accommodations, please contact us at least 2 weeks before the event. 410-535-0291.
Bilingual Conversation Hour - Spanish-English (TB)
Wed, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room East
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!
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 10:40am
Program 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 (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Sep 13, 11:00am - 11:40am
Program 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 (TB)
Sat, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program 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.??
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