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Reptile Wonders owner with alligator

Reptile World: Summer Fun (TB)
2025-08-09 11:00:00 2025-08-09 12:00:00 America/New_York Reptile World: Summer Fun (TB) Join Reptile World to meet live, large, colorful and gentle reptiles from all over the world. Discover what reptiles are, what makes them different from birds and mammals and how important they are in our environment. DUE TO LIMITED SPACE, FREE TICKETS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED STARTING ONE HOUR BEFORE THE SHOW ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS UNTIL CAPACITY IS REACHED.   Twin Beaches Branch - Meeting Room East & West Combined

Saturday, August 09
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-09 11:00:00 2025-08-09 12:00:00 America/New_York Reptile World: Summer Fun (TB) Join Reptile World to meet live, large, colorful and gentle reptiles from all over the world. Discover what reptiles are, what makes them different from birds and mammals and how important they are in our environment. DUE TO LIMITED SPACE, FREE TICKETS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED STARTING ONE HOUR BEFORE THE SHOW ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS UNTIL CAPACITY IS REACHED.   Twin Beaches Branch - Meeting Room East & West Combined

Twin Beaches Branch

Meeting Room East & West Combined

Join Reptile World to meet live, large, colorful and gentle reptiles from all over the world. Discover what reptiles are, what makes them different from birds and mammals and how important they are in our environment. DUE TO LIMITED SPACE, FREE TICKETS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED STARTING ONE HOUR BEFORE THE SHOW ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS UNTIL CAPACITY IS REACHED.  

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

AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Performance | Edu-tainment |

TAGS: | Children |

Twin Beaches Branch
Phone: (410) 257-2411
Branch manager
Melissa Gray
Hours
Mon, Jul 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 31 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 01 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 03 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

Cancelled
Song Circle (TB)
Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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!
JobSource Mobile Career Center (TB)
Fri, Aug 01, 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.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Aug 02, 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.
Garden Smarter-How to Start and Grow a Recession Garden (TB)
Sat, Aug 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room West
Garden Smarter Lecture or Workshop
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Aug 02, 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 02, 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, Aug 03, 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, Aug 04, 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
Mon, Aug 04, 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.
Game On! (TB)
Mon, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room
Teens and Tweens drop in for some fun and games with friends! So many board games to try!
Drop in Switch (TB)
Mon, Aug 04, 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 - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 10:40am
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
MakePlayLearn (TB)
Tue, Aug 05, 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!
Intro to Laser Etching--Bay Inspired Decor (TB)
Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Become part of the Twin Beaches Maker Community! Come and learn how to design and etch on the Makerspace Laser Etcher. Each participant will be certified to use the laser etcher at the completion of the program and will take home a Bay-inspired design as a keepsake. All registrants must complete the online training for the laser etcher on the library's webpage before the program.
This event is full
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Wed, Aug 06, 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.
Head Start Information Table (TB)
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
A representative from Calvert County Public Schools Head Start program will be available to provide information and answer questions about their services for 4 year old children.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Aug 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
Wed, Aug 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.
Morning Book Discussion (TB) - "We Solve Murders" by Richard Osman
Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room East
Join us this month at Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch to discuss our current book selection, "We Solve Murders" by Richard Osman.
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Aug 06, 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 06, 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!
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support (TB)
Wed, Aug 06, 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.
Song Circle (TB)
Thu, Aug 07, 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!
Teen Night (TB) - Totally Art-rageous
Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Activities, community, fun! Hang out with friends at Calvert Library Twin Beaches for this teen-focused event!
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Aug 09, 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 09, 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.
Reptile World: Summer Fun (TB)
Sat, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room East & West Combined
Join Reptile World to meet live, large, colorful and gentle reptiles from all over the world. Discover what reptiles are, what makes them different from birds and mammals and how important they are in our environment. DUE TO LIMITED SPACE, FREE TICKETS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED STARTING ONE HOUR BEFORE THE SHOW ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS UNTIL CAPACITY IS REACHED.  
MakePlayLearn (TB)
Sat, Aug 09, 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!
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Mon, Aug 11, 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
Mon, Aug 11, 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.
Resumes and Interviewing Skills - MWE Workshop (TB) - Skillbuilders
Mon, Aug 11, 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.
Game On! (TB)
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room
Teens and Tweens drop in for some fun and games with friends! So many board games to try!
Drop in Switch (TB)
Mon, Aug 11, 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 - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 10:40am
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
MakePlayLearn (TB)
Tue, Aug 12, 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!
Reading Buddies - Teen Buddy (TB)
Tue, Aug 12, 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!
Reading Buddies - Young Reader (TB)
Tue, Aug 12, 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!
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Wed, Aug 13, 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, Aug 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
Wed, Aug 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.
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Aug 13, 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 13, 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!
Bilingual Conversation Hour - Spanish-English (TB)
Wed, Aug 13, 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
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 about 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.
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 (TB) - End Of Summer Board Game Bash
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 East
Focus on Veteran's Services!
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Aug 27, 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 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.
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