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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, Aug 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 22 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 24 Closed

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

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.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Aug 27, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room West
MD Labor Workforce--Veterans Services will be available (in person) at Calvert Library Twin Beaches to meet with those seeking employment-related support and community service information.

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.

Wed, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room West
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!

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!

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

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

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.
This event is full

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wed, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East
Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Susan Brayford and Sandra Raviv.

Wed, Sep 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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!

Wed, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room West
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!

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 to come enjoy the music, energy, and community spirit!

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wed, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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!

Wed, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room West
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!

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.

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.

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.

Mon, Sep 15, 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.

Mon, Sep 15, 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.

Mon, Sep 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room East
Take charge of your health! Join our free, fun and supportive year-long diabetes prevention program for those at risk of diabetes or looking to lose weight. Learn how small changes in eating, activity, and mindset can lead to big results. Connect with others, build healthy habits, and reduce your risk together. Presented in partnership with the Calvert County Health Department.
Register

Mon, Sep 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Teens and Tweens drop in for some fun and games with friends! So many board games to try!

Tue, Sep 16, 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

Tue, Sep 16, 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.
This event is full

Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room West
Join us this month as we discuss "Good Dirt" by Charmaine Wilkerson.

Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Hang out and build with LEGOs at the library! Try out fun challenges or freestyle your own awesome creations. Everything?s provided, including snacks?just bring your imagination! Ages 8-12.

Wed, Sep 17, 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.

Wed, Sep 17, 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.

Wed, Sep 17, 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.

Wed, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room West
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.

Wed, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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!

Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room West
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!

Thu, Sep 18, 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!

Thu, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program 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.

Sat, Sep 20, 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.

Sat, Sep 20, 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.

Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room
Come explore the Engineering Design Process in a teamwork-focused setting! Take on unique design challenges and tap into your artistic expression. Using hands-on materials and the screen-free KIBO robotics coding kit, learn to use robotics and programming principles to transform your ideas into reality! Registration required. Intended for scientists in grades K-2.

Sat, Sep 20, 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.

Mon, Sep 22, 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.

Mon, Sep 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room West
Offered by Maryland Department of Labor, American Job Center, this is an interactive workshop for learning about challenges/barriers that may interfere with navigating a successful career plan. Don't miss this free class. Registration closes the Thursday before the event.

Mon, Sep 22, 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.

Mon, Sep 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room East
Take charge of your health! Join our free, fun and supportive year-long diabetes prevention program for those at risk of diabetes or looking to lose weight. Learn how small changes in eating, activity, and mindset can lead to big results. Connect with others, build healthy habits, and reduce your risk together. Presented in partnership with the Calvert County Health Department.
Register

Mon, Sep 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program 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.

Tue, Sep 23, 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

Tue, Sep 23, 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.
This event is full

Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room East & West Combined
Are you curious about your family roots or looking for a moving story of connection and discovery? Join us for the heartfelt story of how a Calvert Library librarian discovered her biological father using genealogical resources. Learn how the library's resources can empower you to research your family history.

Tue, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Come explore the Engineering Design Process in a teamwork-focused setting! Take on unique design challenges and tap into your artistic expression. Using hands-on materials and the screen-free KIBO robotics coding kit, learn to use robotics and programming principles to transform your ideas into reality! Registration required, intended for scientists in grades 3-5.