Skip to main content
close
font 1 font 2 font 3
Reset to standard size
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Yellow on Black White on Black Soft Greys Black on Linen Black on White
Reset to default contrast
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
book cover image

Register 12 Seats Remaining

Tea and True Tales (SO): Code Name Helene by Ariel Lawhon

Afternoon Book Club
2026-01-07 14:00:00 2026-01-07 15:00:00 America/New_York Tea and True Tales (SO): Code Name Helene by Ariel Lawhon Told in interweaving timelines organized around the four code names Nancy Wake used during the second World War, Code Name Helene is a spellbinding and moving story of enduring love, remarkable sacrifice and unfaltering resolve that chronicles the true exploits of a woman who deserves to be a household name.  Southern Branch -

Wednesday, January 07
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-07 14:00:00 2026-01-07 15:00:00 America/New_York Tea and True Tales (SO): Code Name Helene by Ariel Lawhon Told in interweaving timelines organized around the four code names Nancy Wake used during the second World War, Code Name Helene is a spellbinding and moving story of enduring love, remarkable sacrifice and unfaltering resolve that chronicles the true exploits of a woman who deserves to be a household name.  Southern Branch -

Told in interweaving timelines organized around the four code names Nancy Wake used during the second World War, Code Name Helene is a spellbinding and moving story of enduring love, remarkable sacrifice and unfaltering resolve that chronicles the true exploits of a woman who deserves to be a household name. 

Adults and seniors, each month we will enjoy tea, have treats and discuss non-fiction titles, memoirs, biographies, or fiction that is based on real people. Place a hold on Code Name Helene here.

Calvert Library strives to make our events accessible to all. For access questions or requests, call 410-535-0291.

AGE GROUP: | Senior | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Events/Discussion |

TAGS: | book club | Adults |

Southern Branch
Phone: (410) 326-5289
Branch manager
Meg Faller
Hours
Skip Opening Hours widget
Mon, Dec 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 12 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 13 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 14 Closed
previous
this week
next
About the branch

Imagine, explore and discover everything Calvert Library Southern 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!

Upcoming events

Skip Upcoming Events widget
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Tue, Dec 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting 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 (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Dec 09, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting 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 (SO)
Wed, Dec 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting 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 (SO)
Wed, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Charles Harrell and Dennis Poremski of the Alzheimer's Association.
Tarot Study Group: Drop-In Program (SO) - Tarot vs Oracle
Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Come learn and practice tarot as a creative tool, for self-reflection, introspection, meditation, thoughtfulness, or as a fun hobby.
Teen Night (SO) - DIY Mini Terrarium Craft
Thu, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
We will be making mini terrariums, cards, and other crafts! For ages 12-17. Free event! Please register, limited space.
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Sat, Dec 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Dec 13, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting 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.
Tech Help Drop-in Hour (SO) - Skillbuilders Presents
Tue, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Group Study 106
Learn how to troubleshoot and fix your tech problems! Need help with your devices? Drop-in to Calvert Library's open tech hours! We are pleased to offer personalized assistance with basic tech requests, computer and internet basics, e-Readers, Libby, Microsoft Office or Google apps, personal devices and more!
TACOS Teen Advisory Council of Students (SO) - TACOS Teen Advisory Council of Students
Thu, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Teens! Calvert Library needs you! We want the library to be a safe space where teens can hang out and freely access books, information, and form community. 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.
Reading Buddies - Young Reader (SO) - Young Reader
Thu, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Elementary-aged children read out loud to teen volunteers. Teen volunteers can earn one service learning hour for participating. It's a great way to socialize and build reading confidence!
Reading Buddies - Teen Buddy (SO) - Teen Buddy
Thu, Dec 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!
On Pins And Needles - South (SO) - Knitting and Crocheting
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
If you knit, embroider or crochet, or would like to learn, join us at the Southern Branch on the 3rd Saturday of the month. Get together with other fiber crafters to learn or develop your skills. Work on projects in progress or start something new! Registration requested. BYOY! (Bring Your Own Yarn!)
Cancelled
JobSource Mobile Career Center (SO)
Thu, Dec 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm
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.
Noon Year's Eve Storytime (SO)
Wed, Dec 31, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room
You're invited to count down to Noon Year's Eve with us! We'll read stories, sing songs and most of all have fun! There will be a ball drop when the clock strikes 12 and dance party to follow after. Dress attire optional.
On Pins and Needles (SO)
Sat, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
If you knit, embroider or crochet, or would like to learn, join us for On Pins and Needles at the Southern Branch. Get together with other fiber crafters to learn or develop your skills. Work on projects in progress or start something new! Registration requested. BYOY! (Bring Your Own Yarn!)
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Mon, Jan 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Jan 05, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting 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 (SO)
Tue, Jan 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Jan 06, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting 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 (SO)
Wed, Jan 07, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting 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.
Tea and True Tales (SO): Code Name Helene by Ariel Lawhon - Afternoon Book Club
Wed, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Told in interweaving timelines organized around the four code names Nancy Wake used during the second World War, Code Name Helene is a spellbinding and moving story of enduring love, remarkable sacrifice and unfaltering resolve that chronicles the true exploits of a woman who deserves to be a household name. 
Tween Night (SO) - Balloon Olympics
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Activities, community, fun! Hang out with friends at Calvert Library Southern Branch for this tween-focused event where we play sports with balloons!
Teen Pictionary Tournament (SO) - Teen Game Night
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Come for some fun, fierce, but friendly competition. Join our teen Pictionary tournament or play board games with friends. Pizza! Free event!
See all events