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Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
2025-05-10 00:00:00 2025-05-10 23:59:00 America/New_York Chalk the Walk (All Locations) Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children?s mental health and well-being. Calvert Library Prince Frederick - Front of building

Saturday, May 10
All day

Add to Calendar 2025-05-10 00:00:00 2025-05-10 23:59:00 America/New_York Chalk the Walk (All Locations) Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children?s mental health and well-being. Calvert Library Prince Frederick - Front of building

Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children?s mental health and well-being.

Chalk the Walk is an Annual Event held the 1st full week of May in recognition of Children's Mental Health Awareness Week. Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children’s mental health and well-being. Share photos of your artwork and join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #CalvertMentalHealthMatters.

More information about Chalk the Walk and other locations, visit https://www.calvertcountymd.gov/3780/Chalk-the-Walk

AGE GROUP: | Tween | Teen | Senior | Preschool | Children | All Ages | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Exhibition |

TAGS: | Adults |

Calvert Library Prince Frederick
Phone: (410) 535-0291
Branch manager
Sarah Avant
Hours
We're closed Friday April 18 due to Holiday
Mon, Apr 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 18 Closed
(Holiday)
Sat, Apr 19 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 20 Closed
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Upcoming events

Storytime - Babies (PF)
Tue, Apr 15, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Registration is now closed
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Registration is now closed
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Apr 15, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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.
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
English Conversation Hour (PF) - Come practice your English with us!
Tue, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Are you trying to learn or be more confident in conversational English? Do you enjoy talking to others? Would you like to get to know your community better at the same time? Then the English Conversation Hour is for you!
Rescheduled
Calvert Library Foundation Meeting
Tue, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Wednesday, April 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Calvert Library Foundation Meeting
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Wed, Apr 16, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Apr 16, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Apr 16, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Thu, Apr 17, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Thu, Apr 17, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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
TACOS Teen Advisory Council of Students (PF)
Thu, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
Teens! Calvert Library needs you! We want the library to be a safe space where teens can hang out and freely access books and information. TACOS meets monthly to help us with our events and services planning. Join us every third Thursday! You can receive 1 Service Learning hour for each meeting attended.
All Calvert Library Locations Closed
Fri, Apr 18, All day
All Calvert Library locations closed. Downloadable and streaming materials and services available 24/7.
Cancelled
Pins and Needles (PF)
Fri, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Apr 19, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Brain Games (PF) - Mahjongg, Scrabble & More
Sat, Apr 19, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
MakePlayLearn (PF)
Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime 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.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
STEAMLab Jr (PF)
Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
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. Grown-ups are encouraged to stay in the room for the duration of the program.
Silent Book Club (PF)
Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room 3
Need a break to relax and focus on your next read? Join us for an hour of complete silence and focus!
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Tue, Apr 22, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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
Kindergarten Gear Up
Tue, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for an 8 week program designed to help prepare kids and their caregivers to start school in the upcoming year. Through instruction and play, kids will learn social and academic skills while caregivers will learn how to better support their children. This program is intended for children not receiving formal childcare. Registration is required, and it is asked that you attend all sessions.
Dine Out Book Discussion: Their Eyes Were Watching God - by Zora Neale Hurston (Panera)
Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us to discuss "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston. Dinner at Panera at 6pm with book discussion at 7pm. Come for dinner, the discussion, or both!
Job Seeker Resources - MD Dept. of Labor (PF) - Skillbuilders
Wed, Apr 23, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 3
MD Labor Workforce Development Specialists, Veterans Services, Senior Community Service Employment, and Justice Involved program representatives, along with Health Department staff will be available (in person) at Calvert Library Prince Frederick to meet with those seeking employment-related support and community service information.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Wed, Apr 23, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Brain Games (PF) - Mahjongg, Scrabble & More
Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 2
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Changing Careers Workshop - MWE Workshop (PF) - Skillbuilders
Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Group Study Room
Thinking about a new direction? Learn how to navigate the process of changing your career path. Identify your strengths and transferable skills. Learn how to begin the career-change process efficiently and effectively.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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.
Calvert Library Foundation Meeting
Wed, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Storytime Room
Calvert Library Foundation Meeting
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Thu, Apr 24, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Thu, Apr 24, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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
U.S. Navy Band Country Current (PF) - U.S. Navy Band Country Current (PF)
Thu, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3
Get ready for toe-tapping fun as the U.S. Navy Band Country Current brings their unique blend of bluegrass and country to Calvert Library! A high-energy performance for all ages! Don't miss it! Registration encouraged but not required.
Pins and Needles (PF)
Fri, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 2 and 3
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Garden Smarter: Master Gardener Demo Garden Tour (CRB)
Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Come join Master Gardeners on a tour of the native plant Demonstration Garden at the Community Resources Building. Learn about native plants that do well in challenging conditions as well as methods to help reduce storm water erosion. Walk-Ins are welcome!
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
What's Up with Your Vote? (PF and Zoom) - LWVCC Nonpartisan Forum
Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3,Zoom Room
Dive deep into the world of voting with a panel of experts who will guide you through our current election process from the nuts and bolts of voting to complex debates around the Electoral College vs. the Popular Vote, and open or closed primary systems. Whether you're unaffiliated or not sure how primaries work, this event is for you!
MakePlayLearn (PF)
Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime 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.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Calvert History Mural Community Input Session (PF)
Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
Join us for a community input session to share your ideas and help shape the design of a mural that reflects Calvert County history. Bring your history photos to the sessions to share!
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Tue, Apr 29, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Apr 29, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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.
Kindergarten Gear Up
Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
Join us for an 8 week program designed to help prepare kids and their caregivers to start school in the upcoming year. Through instruction and play, kids will learn social and academic skills while caregivers will learn how to better support their children. This program is intended for children not receiving formal childcare. Registration is required, and it is asked that you attend all sessions.
SoMD Art & Poetry Celebrating our Waterways (PF) - Book Launch Party
Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3
Celebrate local artists and poets, celebrating our waterways! This book was published as part of Water/Ways, a Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Services project back in 2020 just as COVID hit. The project was also supported by Friends of Calvert Library.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Wed, Apr 30, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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.
Reading Buddies - Teen Buddy (PF)
Wed, Apr 30, 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 (PF)
Wed, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
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!
Business Planning 101 (PF + Zoom)
Wed, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2,Zoom Room
Two local business development experts will present the basics of an effective business plan.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Thu, May 01, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Thu, May 01, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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
Awful Artworks (PF) - Waterworks
Thu, May 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Have you ever looked at an art project and thought "I could do that," but you in fact could not do that? Let your creativity flow without worrying about an end product!
Pins and Needles (PF)
Fri, May 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 2 and 3
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Calvert County Health Department Information Table (PF)
Fri, May 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lobby
A representative from the Health Department will be available to answer questions and provide information about healthy living and health services in Calvert County.
Master Gardener Plant Sale (CRB)
Sat, May 03, 8:00am - 12:00pm
Parking Lot
Help support Calvert County Master Gardener education outreach programs ( Garden Smarter Lecture & Workshop Series, Bay-Wise yard visits, Demo Gardens and more ) by participating in our Annual Plant Sale.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Family Health Expo (Bethel Way of the Cross Church)
Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Free screenings & information on nutrition, fitness, mental wellness, diabetes & hearth health, maternal health, hearing & vision, cancer prevention and more. Visit the Bookmobile! Free! Drop off women's hygiene products to support young individuals in need in Calvert County!
Dungeons & Dragons - TWEENS (PF)
Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 3
Join our Dungeon Master (DM) to learn about D&D and start playing the magical, mystical role-playing game (RPG)! The DM will bring prepared characters so all you need to do is bring yourself! Please register for this event.
Brain Games (PF) - Mahjongg, Scrabble & More
Sat, May 03, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Dungeons & Dragons - TEENS (PF )
Sat, May 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 3
Meet up and have fun with D&D. Players ages 13 - 19 of all levels and interest are welcome. Registration is required.
This event is full
MakePlayLearn (PF)
Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime 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 Donna Carley Tizol (PF)
Sun, May 04, All day
Calvert Library Prince Frederick invites you to enjoy watercolors and acrylics/mixed media-collage art by local artist Donna Carley Tizol. The exhibition will run through May 2025.
Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
Mon, May 05, All day
Front of building
Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children?s mental health and well-being.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Cut Costs, Keep Fun - Learn to Access Libby, Freegal & Kanopy (PF)
Mon, May 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Learn how your library card can help you access free digital content like TV, movies, and music. Bring your device for help using these resources.
STEAMLab Jr (PF)
Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
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. Grown-ups are encouraged to stay in the room for the duration of the program.
Registration opens Monday, April 21 2025 at 9:00am
Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
Tue, May 06, All day
Front of building
Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children?s mental health and well-being.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Tue, May 06, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, May 06, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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.
Kindergarten Gear Up
Tue, May 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
Join us for an 8 week program designed to help prepare kids and their caregivers to start school in the upcoming year. Through instruction and play, kids will learn social and academic skills while caregivers will learn how to better support their children. This program is intended for children not receiving formal childcare. Registration is required, and it is asked that you attend all sessions.
Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
Wed, May 07, All day
Front of building
Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children?s mental health and well-being.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Wed, May 07, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
WOW (Work on Whatever) Wednesday (PF)
Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 3
Bring your project and supplies. Whether it's paper craft, scrapbook, quilting, origami, or whatever you're working on. Come for the whole time or just a couple of hours. Get your projects done and make new friends! Registration is not required but you'll get a reminder if you do.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, May 07, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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.
Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
Thu, May 08, All day
Front of building
Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children?s mental health and well-being.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Thu, May 08, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Thu, May 08, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support (PF & Zoom)
Thu, May 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 3,Zoom Room
Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Jeannette Findley & JC Hooker.
Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
Fri, May 09, All day
Front of building
Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children?s mental health and well-being.
Pins and Needles (PF)
Fri, May 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 2 and 3
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Chalk the Walk (All Locations)
Sat, May 10, All day
Front of building
Come use chalk to draw pictures and write positive messages and words of encouragement on the library sidewalks to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help encourage conversations about children?s mental health and well-being.
Jigsaw Puzzle Swap: Reduce, Reuse, Reassemble (PF)
Sat, May 10, 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 3
Love puzzles? Join us at the library for a Jigsaw Puzzle Swap! Bring your gently used puzzles and exchange them for new-to-you challenges. It's a fun, eco-friendly way to refresh your collection and connect with fellow puzzle enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned puzzler or just starting, you'll leave inspired and ready to piece together something new! In partnership with Calvert Co. Puzzle Swap.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime 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.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Tue, May 13, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, May 13, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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.
Kindergarten Gear Up
Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room
Join us for an 8 week program designed to help prepare kids and their caregivers to start school in the upcoming year. Through instruction and play, kids will learn social and academic skills while caregivers will learn how to better support their children. This program is intended for children not receiving formal childcare. Registration is required, and it is asked that you attend all sessions.
Calvert Writes (PF) - Middle School Showcase
Tue, May 13, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3
Students, parents and community members, please join Calvert County Public Schools and Calvert Library to celebrate student authors, novelists, playwrights, journalists, essayist, poets, song writers and comics artists at this Showcase.
Cancelled
Job Seeker Resources - MD Dept. of Labor (PF) - Skillbuilders
Wed, May 14, 9:00am - 3:00pm
MD Labor Workforce Development Specialists, Veterans Services, Senior Community Service Employment, and Justice Involved program representatives, along with Health Department staff will be available (in person) at Calvert Library Prince Frederick to meet with those seeking employment-related support and community service information.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Wed, May 14, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Brain Games (PF) - Mahjongg, Scrabble & More
Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Living Room with Fireplace
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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.
JobSource Mobile Career Center (PF)
Wed, May 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Front of building
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.
Calvert Writes (PF) - High School Showcase
Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3
Students, parents and community members, please join Calvert County Public Schools and Calvert Library to celebrate student authors, novelists, playwrights, journalists, essayist, poets, song writers and comics artists at this Showcase.
STEAMLab (PF)
Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime 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.
This event is full
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Thu, May 15, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Thu, May 15, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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
TACOS Teen Advisory Council of Students (PF)
Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
Teens! Calvert Library needs you! We want the library to be a safe space where teens can hang out and freely access books and information. TACOS meets monthly to help us with our events and services planning. Join us every third Thursday! You can receive 1 Service Learning hour for each meeting attended.
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