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Teen Book Box Pickup August 16 - 30 (FV)

Here There Be Dragons

2025-08-16 00:00:00 2025-08-16 23:59:00 America/New_York Teen Book Box Pickup August 16 - 30 (FV) 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." Fairview Branch -

Saturday, August 16
All day

Add to Calendar 2025-08-16 00:00:00 2025-08-16 23:59:00 America/New_York Teen Book Box Pickup August 16 - 30 (FV) 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." Fairview Branch -

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."

"Here There Be Dragons," hop on for a soaring ride in this month's Teen Book Box! Register to pick up your August Teen Book Box at Calvert Library Fairview Branch.

Boxes can be picked up from August 16 to August 30. Each library location is participating, so be sure to register at the one you want to pick your box up at! We will have a limited supply each month, so if registration fills up, add your name to the wait list. Feel free to decorate the box and share your masterpieces with us! 


Fairview Branch will have 10 boxes.

Prince Frederick will have 15 boxes.

Southern Branch will have 5 boxes.

Twin Beaches Branch will have 20 boxes.

Join us via Zoom on September 2 at 6-7pm to discuss the book! Register here: https://calvertlibrary.libnet.info/event/13476105 

These boxes were created intentionally for teens 13-18 years old. Some materials chosen will not be suitable for children under the age of 13. It is strongly suggested that parents/legal guardians review all library materials before checking items out. For accessibility accommodations, please contact us at least 2 weeks before the event. 410-535-0291.

AGE GROUP: | Teen |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Events/Discussion |

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Fairview Branch

Phone: (410) 257-2101
Branch manager
Lisa Tassa

Hours
Mon, Aug 25 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 29 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 30 Closed
(Holiday)
Sun, Aug 31 Closed
(Holiday)

About the branch

Imagine, explore and discover everything Calvert Library Fairview Branch offers to our community.  
1. Digital materials 
2. Public computers 
3. No late fees 
4. Premium online resources
5. Job seeker services 
6. Meeting rooms 
7. Fun, educational programs for all ages! (link to new calendar) 

Upcoming events

Tue, Sep 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.

Tue, Sep 02, 10:10am - 10:50am
Large 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.

Tue, Sep 02, 11:10am - 11:50am
Large 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, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Room
Enjoy playing chess? Looking to sharpen your chess skills? Come drop in and challenge new opponents! All skill levels and ages are welcome. Please bring a chess board along if you own one.

Thu, Sep 04, 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Large 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.

Thu, Sep 04, 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Large 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 06, 10:00am - 10:40am
Large 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.

Sun, Sep 07, All day
Children's Area
Calvert Library Fairview Branch invites you to enjoy the artwork of Barrett Gibson this month.

Mon, Sep 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Field Behind Library
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.

Tue, Sep 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.

Tue, Sep 09, 10:10am - 10:50am
Large 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.

Tue, Sep 09, 11:10am - 11:50am
Large 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, 10:00am - 10:40am
Large 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.

Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.

Tue, Sep 16, 10:10am - 10:50am
Large 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.

Tue, Sep 16, 11:10am - 11:50am
Large 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.

Tue, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Area
A representative from the Health Department will be available to answer questions and provide information about healthy living and health services in Calvert County.

Wed, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Small Room,Zoom Room
Join us this month for a discussion of "Kin: Rooted in Hope" by Carole Boston Weatherford and Jeffery Boston Weatherford. The whole state is being asked to read and discuss this book as part of the One Maryland One Book initiative.

Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 10:40am
Large 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 - 4:00pm
TeenZone
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

Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.

Tue, Sep 23, 10:10am - 10:50am
Large 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.

Tue, Sep 23, 11:10am - 11:50am
Large 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 27, 10:00am - 10:40am
Large 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.