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Remembering September 11: The Pentagon Response (TB/YouTube)
2026-09-10 18:30:00 2026-09-10 19:30:00 America/New_York Remembering September 11: The Pentagon Response (TB/YouTube) On September 11, 2001, Chief Ed Plaugher of the Arlington County Fire Department was the incident commander during the response to the attack on the Pentagon. Retired Chief Plaugher will share his firsthand experiences and the critical decisions made under extraordinary circumstances. He offers a unique perspective on 9/11, one of the defining events of our nation's history. Twin Beaches Branch - Meeting Room East & West Combined

Thursday, September 10
6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Twin Beaches Branch

Meeting Room East & West Combined

On September 11, 2001, Chief Ed Plaugher of the Arlington County Fire Department was the incident commander during the response to the attack on the Pentagon. Retired Chief Plaugher will share his firsthand experiences and the critical decisions made under extraordinary circumstances. He offers a unique perspective on 9/11, one of the defining events of our nation's history.

Chief Ed Plaugher’s fire service career spans more than 40 years, beginning in high school as a volunteer firefighter. He went on to serve 24 years with the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department (VA). Then he was appointed as chief of the Arlington County Fire Department (VA), where he served until June 2004. After he retired from the Arlington County Fire Department, he served as Assistant Executive Director of the International Association of Fire Chiefs until 2012. For both his preparedness and response efforts related to September 11th, Chief Plaugher was awarded the Secretary of the Army “Public Service Award” and the Secretary of Defense “Medal for Exceptional Public Service.”

Retired Chief Plaugher and his wife, Brenda, now reside in Conway, South Carolina.

The presentation will also be streamed live to YouTube.

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

AGE GROUP: | Teen | Senior | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Lectures, Panels & Conversations |

TAGS: | Adults |

Twin Beaches Branch
Phone: (410) 257-2411
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Melissa Gray
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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.  
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Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Aug 11, 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
Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Aug 11, 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
MakePlayLearn (TB)
Tue, Aug 11, 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.
Tween Summer Book Fest - "A Kid Like Me" by Norm Feuti (TB)
Tue, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Join other booklovers during this fun summer book club! Each month, we will read a new book and come together to discuss, play games and do activities. Did we mention there will be snacks?! The first seven (7) registrants to visit the Twin Beaches Branch will receive a free copy of the book to take home!
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Wed, Aug 12, 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.
Job Seeker Resources - MD Dept. of Labor (TB) - Skillbuilders presents
Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room East
MD Labor Workforce--Veterans Services will be available to meet with those seeking employment-related support and information on community services. This event focuses on Veterans Services, but all job seekers are welcome to attend. More job seeker help is available on mwejobs.maryland.gov. 
Calvert County Health Department Information Table (TB)
Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Living Room
A representative from the Health Department will be available to answer questions and provide information about healthy living and health services in Calvert County.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Aug 12, 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.
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room West
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for conversation and shared creativity.
Active Play - Active Fun! (TB)
Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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!
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (TB)
Wed, Aug 12, 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!
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Thu, Aug 13, 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.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, Aug 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.
Drop-in Switch (TB)
Thu, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Opera Baltimore: Summer Fun (TB)
Thu, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room East & West Combined
Join us for an exploration of opera by an experienced, real-life opera performer! 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.
Teen Book Bag Pickup (TB)
Sat, Aug 15, All day
Teen area
Looking for your next read without the stress of choosing? We've got you. Sign up for a free Teen Book Bag and you'll get a surprise Teen read, a sticker, a bookmark, a snack and a few extras just for fun! Important: Each library location is participating, so be sure to register for the branch where you want to pick up your bag.
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Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Aug 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.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Aug 15, 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.
MakePlayLearn (TB)
Sat, Aug 15, 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.
Tween Night (TB) - Ice Age and Ice Pops
Tue, Aug 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Hey Tweens, this night is designed just for you! Celebrate the end of summer with a cool movie night just for Tweens. Watch a fun flick set during the Ice Age while enjoying an ice pop. Ages 8-12.
Brain Games - Mahjongg (TB )
Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room West
Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room West
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for conversation and shared creativity.
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (TB)
Wed, Aug 19, 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!
Song Circle (TB)
Thu, Aug 20, 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!
Writers by the Bay (TB)
Tue, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room East
Looking for a writers' group? All writers and would-be writers are welcome to come for critique and camaraderie. If you're new to writing or looking to rekindle your writing habits, this monthly in-person writers' group will help you explore creative writing.
Job Seeker Resources - MD Dept. of Labor (TB) - Skillbuilders presents
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room East
MD Labor Workforce--Veterans Services will be available to meet with those seeking employment-related support and information on community services. This event focuses on Veterans Services, but all job seekers are welcome to attend. More job seeker help is available on mwejobs.maryland.gov. 
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room West
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for conversation and shared creativity.
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (TB)
Wed, Aug 26, 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!
Yoga on the Terrace - All Levels (TB)
Thu, Aug 27, 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
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Mon, Aug 31, 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.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Aug 31, 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.
Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Sep 01, 9:15am - 10:00am
Program Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to all, including neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, stories, play and sensory activities to develop social skills in a small and predictable group setting. All abilities are welcome, and activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required.
Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Sep 01, 10:15am - 11:00am
Program Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to all, including neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, stories, play and sensory activities to develop social skills in a small and predictable group setting. All abilities are welcome, and activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required.
Mindfulness Series: Meditation with Kamini (TB)
Tue, Sep 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room East & West Combined
Discover the power of presence with Mindfulness Meditation led by Kamini. Kamini is a certified Yoga and Meditation teacher by Art of Living Organization. The class begins with gentle stretching and breathwork and ends with a guided meditation. This meditation series invites you to find clarity, deepen self-awareness, and embrace moments of stillness and peace.
Drop-in Switch (TB)
Tue, Sep 01, 6:30pm - 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.
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Wed, Sep 02, 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.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Sep 02, 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.
Brain Games - Mahjongg (TB)
Wed, Sep 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room West
Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Morning Book Discussion (TB) - Book Chat!
Wed, Sep 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us to discuss all the great books everyone has been reading lately!
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Sep 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room West
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for conversation and shared creativity.
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support (TB)
Wed, Sep 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East
Get tips and support from other caregivers. Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Susan Brayford and Sandra Raviv.
Active Play - Active Fun! (TB)
Wed, Sep 02, 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! Calvert Library strives to make our events accessible to all. For access questions or requests, call 410-535-0291.
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Thu, 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.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, 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.
Song Circle (TB)
Thu, Sep 03, 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!
Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Sep 08, 9:15am - 10:00am
Program Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to all, including neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, stories, play and sensory activities to develop social skills in a small and predictable group setting. All abilities are welcome, and activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required.
Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Sep 08, 10:15am - 11:00am
Program Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to all, including neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, stories, play and sensory activities to develop social skills in a small and predictable group setting. All abilities are welcome, and activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required.
Reading Buddies - Teen Buddy (TB)
Tue, Sep 08, 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 (TB)
Tue, Sep 08, 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!
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Wed, Sep 09, 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.
Job Seeker Resources - MD Dept. of Labor (TB) - Skillbuilders presents
Wed, Sep 09, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room East
MD Labor Workforce--Veterans Services will be available to meet with those seeking employment-related support and information on community services. This event focuses on Veterans Services, but all job seekers are welcome to attend. More job seeker help is available on mwejobs.maryland.gov. 
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Sep 09, 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.
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room West
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for conversation and shared creativity.
Maryland Insurance Administration Information Table (TB)
Wed, Sep 09, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Living Room
A representative from the Maryland Insurance Administration will be available to answer your general questions and provide information about insurance including, but not limited to, life, health, vehicle, and homeowners. 
Active Play - Active Fun! (TB)
Wed, Sep 09, 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! Calvert Library strives to make our events accessible to all. For access questions or requests, call 410-535-0291.
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Thu, 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.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, 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.
Remembering September 11: The Pentagon Response (TB/YouTube)
Thu, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room East & West Combined
On September 11, 2001, Chief Ed Plaugher of the Arlington County Fire Department was the incident commander during the response to the attack on the Pentagon. Retired Chief Plaugher will share his firsthand experiences and the critical decisions made under extraordinary circumstances. He offers a unique perspective on 9/11, one of the defining events of our nation's history.
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