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A Centennial of Service: The History of the NBVFD (TB)

North Beach Volunteer Fire Department
2026-08-06 18:30:00 2026-08-06 19:30:00 America/New_York A Centennial of Service: The History of the NBVFD (TB) Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department (NBVFD) with a presentation by Assistant Chief John Tippett on the department's history from the early days of operating out of a garage to today's modernized fire department. Twin Beaches Branch - Meeting Room East & West Combined

Thursday, August 06
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-08-06 18:30:00 2026-08-06 19:30:00 America/New_York A Centennial of Service: The History of the NBVFD (TB) Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department (NBVFD) with a presentation by Assistant Chief John Tippett on the department's history from the early days of operating out of a garage to today's modernized fire department. Twin Beaches Branch - Meeting Room East & West Combined

Twin Beaches Branch

Meeting Room East & West Combined

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department (NBVFD) with a presentation by Assistant Chief John Tippett on the department's history from the early days of operating out of a garage to today's modernized fire department.

Join us for an evening with John Tippett, assistant chief with the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department (NBVFD), as he delivers a fascinating look into the 100-year history of the NBVFD through the department’s ten decades of service. The department serving our community today was chartered by a group of concerned citizens on August 4, 1926. The run up to that historical date, and the ensuing 100 years, are a microcosm of the American Story.
 
John started his research three years ago while looking at old newspaper stories for a small picture book project. This then ballooned into a treasure trove as he learned from community members that the story of the NBVFD is an integral part of the evolution of the Twin Beaches, Calvert County, and lower Anne Arundel County. The small picture book project expanded to a more detailed story of the NBVFD that is expected to be available by the centennial.
 
John Tippett is a fifty-year veteran of the fire service who has been fortunate enough to live out his life’s dream. He spent 35 years in the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue System, starting as a high school cadet and retiring as a safety battalion chief. He was also the leader of Maryland Task Force 1, a FEMA urban search and rescue team with responses to the Pentagon on September 11th, Hurricane Katrina, and other disasters. In 2008, he became the first deputy chief of operations for the Charleston, South Carolina, Fire Department. After serving a year as interim chief, John moved to North Beach in 2018 for a position with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation as its director of fire service programs. John retired from that position in 2025 and now enjoys serving the community as a NBVFD member.

AGE GROUP: | Teen | Senior | Adult |

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

TAGS: | Adults |

Twin Beaches Branch
Phone: (410) 257-2411
Branch manager
Melissa Gray
Hours
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Mon, Jul 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 07 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 10 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 11 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 12 Closed
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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.  
1. Digital materials 
2. Public computers 
3. No late fees 
4. Premium online resources 
5. Job seeker services 
6. Fun, educational programs for all ages!

Upcoming events

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Storytime - Babies (TB)
Wed, Jul 08, 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.
Calvert County Health Department Information Table (TB)
Wed, Jul 08, 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, Jul 08, 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, Jul 08, 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, Jul 08, 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, Jul 08, 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, Jul 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.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, Jul 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.
Drop-in Switch (TB)
Thu, Jul 09, 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.
Ship's Company Chanteymen: Celebrating the 250th (TB)
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Terrace
Help Calvert Library celebrate America's 250th birthday as the Ship's Company Chanteymen bring the music of maritime life in the 1700s and 1800s to life with the backdrop of the beautiful Chesapeake Bay.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Jul 11, 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, Jul 11, 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.
Jigsaw Puzzle Swap: Reduce, Reuse, Reassemble (TB)
Sat, Jul 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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!
MakePlayLearn (TB)
Sat, Jul 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.
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Mon, Jul 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
Mon, Jul 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.
Resumes & Interviewing Skills - MD Dept of Labor (TB) - Skillbuilders
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room East
Offered by Maryland Department of Labor, American Job Center, this is an interactive workshop for resume and job interview help. Looking for a first job, or a better job? Don't miss this free class. Registration closes 3 days before the event.
Game On! (TB)
Mon, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room
Drop in for some fun and games with friends! So many board games to try!
Book Discussion (TB) - Book Chat!
Mon, Jul 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room East
Join us to discuss all the great books everyone has been reading lately!
Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 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
Summer STEAM Jr. - Shrink-Wrapped Skeletons (TB)
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Program Room
Combat the heat and join our interactive Summer STEAM program as we Unearth a Story through paleontology and geology-themed activities. Intended for children in K-2nd grade. Registration required.
This event is full
Summer STEAM - Shrink-Wrapped Skeletons (TB)
Tue, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Program Room
Combat the heat and join our interactive Summer STEAM program as we Unearth a Story through paleontology and geology-themed activities. Intended for tweens in 3rd-5th grade. Registration required.
This event is full
Tween Summer Book Fest - "Wrecker" by Carl Hiaasen (TB)
Tue, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Join other book lovers 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!
Teen Book Bag Pickup (TB)
Wed, Jul 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.
This event is full
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Wed, Jul 15, 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, Jul 15, 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, Jul 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.
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Jul 15, 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, Jul 15, 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, Jul 15, 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, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 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.
Song Circle (TB)
Thu, Jul 16, 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!
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 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.
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Mon, Jul 20, 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, Jul 20, 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.
Game On! (TB)
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room
Drop in for some fun and games with friends! So many board games to try!
Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Jul 21, 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, Jul 21, 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
Summer STEAM Jr. - Jurassic DNA (TB)
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Program Room
Combat the heat and join our interactive Summer STEAM program as we Unearth a Story through paleontology and geology-themed activities. Intended for children in K-2nd grade. Registration required.
This event is full
Summer STEAM - Jurassic DNA (TB)
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Program Room
Combat the heat and join our interactive Summer STEAM program as we Unearth a Story through paleontology and geology-themed activities. Intended for tweens in 3rd-5th grade. Registration required.
This event is full
Tween Night (TB)
Tue, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Hey Tweens, this night is designed just for you! Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch for fun activities and tasty snacks. Ages 8-12.
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Wed, Jul 22, 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, Jul 22, 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, Jul 22, 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, Jul 22, 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, Jul 22, 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, Jul 23, 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, Jul 23, 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, Jul 23, 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.
Yoga on the Terrace - All Levels (TB)
Thu, Jul 23, 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
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 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.
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Mon, Jul 27, 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, Jul 27, 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.
Game On! (TB)
Mon, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room
Drop in for some fun and games with friends! So many board games to try!
Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Jul 28, 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, Jul 28, 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
Summer STEAM Jr. - Nature Fossils (TB)
Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Program Room
Combat the heat and join our interactive Summer STEAM program as we Unearth a Story through paleontology and geology-themed activities. Intended for children in K-2nd grade. Registration required.
Summer STEAM - Nature Fossils (TB)
Tue, Jul 28, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Program Room
Combat the heat and join our interactive Summer STEAM program as we Unearth a Story through paleontology and geology-themed activities. Intended for tweens in 3rd-5th grade. Registration required.
Writers by the Bay (TB)
Tue, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room East
Looking for a writers' group? All writers and would-be writers are welcome to come for critique & 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.
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Wed, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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, Jul 30, 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, Jul 30, 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.
Reptile World: Summer Fun (TB)
Thu, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room East & West Combined
The Reptile World program is designed to give audiences the opportunity to meet an interesting selection of live, large, colorful and gentle reptiles from all over the world. 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.
Drop-in Switch (TB)
Thu, Jul 30, 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.
Story Explorers (TB) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Aug 01, 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 01, 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 01, 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.
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Mon, Aug 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
Mon, Aug 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.
Prevent T2: Proven Program to Prevent or Delay Diabetes (TB)
Mon, Aug 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room East
Take charge of your health! Join our free, 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. Please register.
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Game On! (TB)
Mon, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room
Drop in for some fun and games with friends! So many board games to try!
Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Aug 04, 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.
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Storytime - Adaptive (TB)
Tue, Aug 04, 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 04, 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.??
Storytime - Babies (TB)
Wed, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 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) - The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Botswick
Wed, Aug 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room East
Margaret never really meant to start a book club . . . or a feminist revolution, for that matter in this bold and plucky novel from "New York Times" bestselling author Marie Bostwick.
On Pins and Needles (TB)
Wed, Aug 05, 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 05, 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!
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support (TB)
Wed, Aug 05, 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.
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (TB)
Wed, Aug 05, 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 06, 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 06, 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 06, 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.
KIBO Engineers - LEGO Creatures (TB)
Thu, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room
Come explore the engineering design process in a teamwork-focused setting! Tap into your artistic expression and take on a LEGO design challenge. Using hands-on materials and the screen-free KIBO robotics coding kit, let robotics and programming principles bring your LEGO creature to life! Registration required. Intended for scientists in grades K-5 and their families to create together.
Song Circle (TB)
Thu, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Porch
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!
A Centennial of Service: The History of the NBVFD (TB) - North Beach Volunteer Fire Department
Thu, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room East & West Combined
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department (NBVFD) with a presentation by Assistant Chief John Tippett on the department's history from the early days of operating out of a garage to today's modernized fire department.
Teen Night (TB)
Thu, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Activities, community, fun! Hang out with friends for this teen-focused event!
JobSource Mobile Career Center (TB)
Fri, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Driveway
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.
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