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Reading Buddies - Young Reader (FV)

Young Reader
2025-12-17 18:30:00 2025-12-17 19:30:00 America/New_York Reading Buddies - Young Reader (FV) 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! Fairview Branch -

Wednesday, December 17
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-17 18:30:00 2025-12-17 19:30:00 America/New_York Reading Buddies - Young Reader (FV) 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! Fairview Branch -

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!

Does your K-5th grade child love to read out loud, or needs help building reading confidence? Here's the chance for everyone to practice in a safe and welcoming space! 

How it works for young readers:

  • Register for this event.
  • Bring your favorite books or pick one of ours when you get here--we have plenty!
  • Stuffed animals are welcome!
  • Read and engage in fun activities with teen volunteers.
  • Have fun!

How it works for Teen Reading Buddies:

  • Register for the Reading Buddies - Teen Buddy event.
  • Read and engage in fun activities with young readers to build their confidence. 
  • Earn one (1) service learning hour for school!

Reading Buddies is a space for K-5 graders to practice reading in a relaxed and welcoming group! Reading Buddies inspires a love of reading, offers great social activities for children and teens, and promotes positive interactions between children of all ages. Teens earn a service learning hour by participating in a meaningful experience by encouraging children and helping them with their reading skills.

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

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Intergenerational | Edu-tainment | Book Events/Discussion |

TAGS: | Children |

Fairview Branch
Phone: (410) 257-2101
Branch manager
Lisa Tassa
Hours
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Mon, Mar 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 06 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 08 Closed
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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

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Storytime - Babies (FV)
Tue, Mar 03, 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.
Registration is now closed
People's Insurance Counsel Division (PICD) Table - with the Office of the Attorney General (FV)
Tue, Mar 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Area
People's Insurance Counsel of Division (PICD) represents the interests of consumers concerning Maryland Homeowners' Insurance and Medical Professional Liability Insurance and will have a table set up at the library to answer customer questions.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Mar 03, 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.
Registration is now closed
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Mar 03, 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.
Registration is now closed
Storytime - Adaptive (FV)
Wed, Mar 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
Small 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.
Chess Club (FV)
Wed, Mar 04, 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.
Prevent T2: Proven Program to Prevent or Delay Diabetes (FV)
Thu, Mar 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Small Room
Take charge of your health! Join our 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
STEAMLab Jr (FV) Rube Goldberg
Thu, Mar 05, 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.
STEAMLab (FV) Rube Goldberg
Thu, Mar 05, 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.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Mar 07, 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.
JobSource Mobile Career Center (FV)
Mon, Mar 09, 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.
Storytime - Babies (FV)
Tue, Mar 10, 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.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Mar 10, 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.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Mar 10, 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.
Astronomy Night (FV)
Tue, Mar 10, 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Field Behind Library
Come see what the night sky has to offer in the field behind Fairview. Learn about the equipment used to view the sky from the Astronomy Club of Southern Maryland. All ages welcome. Outdoor only event, weather permitting.
Storytime - Adaptive (FV)
Wed, Mar 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
Small 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.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Mar 14, 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.
Storytime - Babies (FV)
Tue, Mar 17, 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.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Mar 17, 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.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Mar 17, 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.
Calvert County Health Department Information Table (FV)
Tue, Mar 17, 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.
Storytime - Adaptive (FV)
Wed, Mar 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Small 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.
Fairview Book Discussion (FV & Zoom)
Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Small Room,Zoom Room
"The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon
Reading Buddies (FV) - Teen Buddy
Wed, Mar 18, 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 (FV) - Young Reader - Young Reader
Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large 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!
Prevent T2: Proven Program to Prevent or Delay Diabetes (FV)
Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Small Room
Take charge of your health! Join our 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
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Mar 21, 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.
Books in Bloom Exhibit (All Locations)
Tue, Mar 24, All day
Come enjoy the book-inspired floral arrangements created by Calvert Garden Club and members of the community that will be on display at all Calvert Library locations.
Storytime - Babies (FV)
Tue, Mar 24, 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.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Mar 24, 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.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Mar 24, 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.
Books in Bloom Exhibit (All Locations)
Wed, Mar 25, All day
Come enjoy the book-inspired floral arrangements created by Calvert Garden Club and members of the community that will be on display at all Calvert Library locations.
Storytime - Adaptive (FV)
Wed, Mar 25, 11:00am - 11:45am
Small 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.
Books in Bloom Exhibit (All Locations)
Thu, Mar 26, All day
Come enjoy the book-inspired floral arrangements created by Calvert Garden Club and members of the community that will be on display at all Calvert Library locations.
Prevent T2: Proven Program to Prevent or Delay Diabetes (FV)
Thu, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Small Room
Take charge of your health! Join our 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
Books in Bloom Exhibit (All Locations)
Fri, Mar 27, All day
Come enjoy the book-inspired floral arrangements created by Calvert Garden Club and members of the community that will be on display at all Calvert Library locations.
Books in Bloom Exhibit (All Locations)
Sat, Mar 28, All day
Come enjoy the book-inspired floral arrangements created by Calvert Garden Club and members of the community that will be on display at all Calvert Library locations.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Mar 28, 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.
Dungeons & Dragons - TEENS (FV)
Sat, Mar 28, 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.
Storytime - Babies (FV)
Tue, Mar 31, 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.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Mar 31, 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.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Mar 31, 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.
Storytime - Adaptive (FV)
Wed, Apr 01, 11:00am - 11:45am
Small 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.
Chess Club (FV)
Wed, Apr 01, 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.
Prevent T2: Proven Program to Prevent or Delay Diabetes (FV)
Thu, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Small Room
Take charge of your health! Join our 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
STEAMLab Jr (FV) Architecture
Thu, Apr 02, 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.
Registration opens Thursday, March 5 2026 at 9:00am
STEAMLab (FV) Architecture
Thu, Apr 02, 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.
Registration opens Thursday, March 5 2026 at 9:00am
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