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Building Minds Through Play-Building Strong Friendships (PF)
2026-11-18 17:30:00 2026-11-18 18:30:00 America/New_York Building Minds Through Play-Building Strong Friendships (PF) Join us for a playful, hands-on session for caregivers and children (birth-48 months)! Discover fun ways to build early STEAM skills, support memory, problem-solving, and artistic expression- all through curiosity and play. Learn tips to boost language, social, and motor development. Calvert Library Prince Frederick - Storytime Room, Children's Computers

Wednesday, November 18
5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Calvert Library Prince Frederick

Storytime Room, Children's Computers

Join us for a playful, hands-on session for caregivers and children (birth-48 months)! Discover fun ways to build early STEAM skills, support memory, problem-solving, and artistic expression- all through curiosity and play. Learn tips to boost language, social, and motor development.

Discover ways to foster essential cognitive skills and early STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) concepts in young children through curiosity and play. Learn strategies to support memory building, problem-solving, and symbolic representation. Discover ways to nurture your child’s early math skills, explore science, and encourage artistic expression to help manage emotions and develop motor skills.

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

AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Babies | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM/STEAM | Special Event | Intergenerational | Class/Workshop |

TAGS: | Adults |

Calvert Library Prince Frederick
Phone: (410) 535-0291
Branch manager
Sarah Avant
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Mon, Oct 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
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Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Silent Book Club (PF)
Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room 3
Need a break to relax and focus on your next read? Join us for an hour of complete silence and focus!
Beginner Bookworms - Magical Creatures (PF)
Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Storytime Room
Calling all kindergarteners to second graders! We have a book club for you! Each month, we will strengthen our reading skills through book discussions, games and activities featuring book titles from our Early Reader collection. Books are provided at the program--no need to read ahead of time! There are two identical sessions throughout the month, so please only register for one date a month.
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (PF) - Bring a friend and practice with us!
Mon, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
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 (PF)
Tue, Oct 20, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Tue, Oct 20, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.
Social on the Spectrum (PF) - Neurodivergent Peer Support Group
Tue, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 3
Join us for a neurodivergent peer support conversation. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with peers about the joys and struggles of being a neurodivergent or autistic adult, or those exploring their identities on the spectrum. We welcome everyone 18+ regardless of ability or diagnostic status. This is a peer-led group, not therapy, and is not intended to diagnose or as medical advice.
Teen Night (PF) - Creepy Cupcake Wars
Tue, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
Get creative with cupcakes! Frosting and candy will be provided as Teens design the coolest or creepiest cupcake and enter it into our contest. Prizes and pizza!
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Wed, Oct 21, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Thu, Oct 22, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Thu, Oct 22, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.
All Calvert Library Locations Closed
Fri, Oct 23, All day
All Calvert Library locations closed today for staff training. Downloadable and streaming materials and services available 24/7.
Visit Calvert Library at Halloween at Hallowing with CCPR - Join us!
Fri, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Come visit us for Halloween at Hallowing hosted by Calvert County Parks and Recreation! Join community organizations for a night of hauntingly good, free family fun! In addition to trick-or-treating, families can enjoy games and activities, a hayride, local food trucks, an inflatable costume run and a toilet paper mummy-wrap contest! It's sure to be a spooktacular evening!
Garden Smarter: Biomechanics for the Gardener (PF)
Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
This is a review of principles of biomechanics for safe bending and lifting while gardening, avoiding repetitive stress conditions of the hand and using energy conservation principles for the most efficient use of your gardening energy. 
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Visit Calvert Library at Halloween in the Garden - Trick or Treat!
Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Come visit us for Halloween in the Garden hosted by Annmarie Gardens! It?s everyone?s favorite Halloween celebration at Annmarie! Join us for a day of trick-or-treating, games, and family fun with more than 50 community booths spread throughout the garden. Come dressed up and enjoy a DJ dance party, music, photo opportunities, and food and drinks while exploring all the spooky activities.
Drop-in Switch (PF)
Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room
Have fun and make friends at this electronic twist on game night! Play games using the Nintendo Switch. Registration is not required.
Visit Calvert Library for Halloween Family Fun Night - at Chesapeake Beach!
Sat, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Come visit us at Halloween Family Fun Night hosted by the town of Chesapeake Beach! Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy a festive evening of Halloween fun, community connection, and plenty of treats. This free, family-friendly event features Trick-or-Treat Street, local vendors and community partners, spooky tunes, pumpkin painting, games and more!
What You Need to Know about Medicaid Changes (PF)
Mon, Oct 26, 9:30am - 11:30am
Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3
Join Dr. Nimfa Teneza-Mora of the Calvert County Health Department for an informative presentation on upcoming HR 1 Medicaid changes, including work requirements. The Health Department Children's Health Program Team will also be on-site for a question-and-answer session.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Lawyer in the Library (PF) - Meet briefly with an attorney to get hands-on help.
Mon, Oct 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
Need help with an expungement? Have civil legal questions? Meet briefly with an attorney at the library to get hands-on help. Maryland Legal Aid serves financially eligible individuals only. See full description for details on income guidelines.
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (PF) - Bring a friend and practice with us!
Mon, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
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 (PF)
Tue, Oct 27, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Tue, Oct 27, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.
Pokémon Club - Trading Card Game (PF)
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Living Room with Fireplace
Give your child a fun way to build strategy, teamwork and confidence! This club helps young players master the Pokémon Trading Card Game while exploring creativity through exciting Pokémon-themed activities. Perfect for learning new skills and leveling up in a friendly environment!
Dine-out Book Discussion: "The Alice Network" by Kate Quinn - at City Sliders
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us to discuss "The Alice Network" by Kate Quinn, a historical fiction novel about women during World War I and World War II.
Calvert Library Foundation Meeting (PF)
Tue, Oct 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Storytime Room
Calvert Library Foundation Meeting
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Wed, Oct 28, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Brain Games - Mahjongg, Scrabble & More (PF)
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Living Room with Fireplace
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Cancelled
Job Seeker Resources - MD Dept. of Labor (PF) - Skillbuilders presents
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
MD Labor Workforce--Veterans Services will be available in person at Calvert Library Prince Frederick to meet with those seeking employment-related support and community service information.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Skillbuilders presents
Wed, Oct 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room 1
Learn how to troubleshoot and fix your tech problems with Calvert Library!
Hora de soporte técnico de convivencia (PF) - Se presenta Skillbuilders
Wed, Oct 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm
¡Aprender como solucionar y resolver problemas de technología con Calvert Library!
Visit Calvert Library at Trunk or Treat - with Infants and Toddlers!
Wed, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Come visit us for Trunk or Treat hosted by Calvert County Infants and Toddlers! Learn a little about Calvert Library's resources while visiting trunks from different community partners who will be set up giving goodies!
Reading Buddies - Teen Buddy (PF) - Occurs in the Teen Zone
Wed, Oct 28, 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 (PF)
Wed, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
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!
Basics of Wills, Trusts and Estates (PF + Zoom)
Wed, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2,Zoom Room
Learn from an attorney about the basic documents needed for your estate plan. More details to come. This presentation will be made available in person and on Zoom. Sessions are later posted on YouTube.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Thu, Oct 29, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, Oct 29, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Thu, Oct 29, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.
Latine Classic Film Screening (PF)
Thu, Oct 29, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a screening of the 1988 film starring Edward James Olmos as Jaime Escalante in this inspirational true story about a teacher and the unmotivated East Los Angeles High School students he inspires into learning calculus and having to "stand and deliver" to prove themselves to their detractors. (From Swank.)
On Pins and Needles (PF)
Fri, Oct 30, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 2 and 3
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Oct 31, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Sat, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime 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.
Art in the Stacks by Christopher Crunkleton (PF)
Sun, Nov 01, All day
Calvert Library invites you to enjoy the artwork of Christopher Crunkleton, October-December 2026.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Nov 02, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (PF) - Bring a friend and practice with us!
Mon, Nov 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
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 (PF)
Tue, Nov 03, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Tue, Nov 03, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.
Beginner Bookworms - Friendship (PF)
Tue, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Storytime Room
Calling all kindergarteners to second graders! We have a book club for you! Each month, we will strengthen our reading skills through book discussions, games and activities featuring book titles from our Early Reader collection. Books are provided at the program - no need to read ahead of time! There are two identical sessions throughout the month, so please only register for one date a month.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Wed, Nov 04, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
WOW (Work on Whatever) Wednesday (PF)
Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 3
Bring your project and supplies, whether it's papercraft, scrapbook, quilting, origami or whatever you're working on. Come for the whole time or just a couple of hours. Get your projects done and make new friends! Registration is not required, but you'll get a reminder if you do.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Thu, Nov 05, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Resumes & Interviewing Skills - MD Dept. of Labor (PF) - Skillbuilders
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 3
Offered by Maryland Dept. 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.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Thu, Nov 05, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.
Awful Artworks (PF) - Monochrome
Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Have you ever looked at an art project and thought, "I could do that," but you in fact could not do that? Let your creativity flow without worrying about an end product!
On Pins and Needles (PF)
Fri, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 2 and 3
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Calvert County Health Department Information Table (PF)
Fri, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Front of building,Lobby
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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 - TWEENS (PF)
Sat, Nov 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Living Room with Fireplace
Join our Dungeon Master (DM) to learn about D&D and start playing the magical, mystical role-playing game (RPG)! The DM will bring prepared characters so all you need to do is bring yourself! Please register for this event.
This event is full
Brain Games - Mahjongg, Scrabble & More (PF)
Sat, Nov 07, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 3
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Dungeons & Dragons - TEENS (PF )
Sat, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Living Room with Fireplace
Meet up and have fun with D&D. Players ages 13 - 19 of all levels and interest are welcome. Registration is required.
MakePlayLearn (PF)
Sat, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime 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.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Skillbuilders presents
Mon, Nov 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Learn how to troubleshoot and fix your tech problems with Calvert Library!
Hora de soporte técnico de convivencia (PF) - Se presenta Skillbuilders
Mon, Nov 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
¡Aprender como solucionar y resolver problemas de technología con Calvert Library!
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (PF) - Bring a friend and practice with us!
Mon, Nov 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
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!
Calvert County Family Network Information Table (PF)
Tue, Nov 10, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Front of building,Lobby
Meet with the Family Resource Navigator to learn about local programs, services, and supports for children and families.Stop by and get connected to resources in the community!
Calvert County Family Network Information Table (PF)
Tue, Nov 10, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Meet with the Family Resource Navigator to learn about local programs, services, and supports for children and families.Stop by and get connected to resources in the community!
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Tue, Nov 10, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Tue, Nov 10, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.
Wise Women Wellness (PF) - Embracing the Change: Perimenopause and Menopause Topics
Tue, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 3
Join a warm, welcoming meetup for women experiencing perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause. Each session offers a mix of conversation, community and occasional guest speakers covering topics like sleep, mood, hot flashes, nutrition and more. Come to learn, laugh and support one another through this shared chapter. Presented in partnership with CalvertHealth.
All Calvert Library Locations Closed
Wed, Nov 11, All day
All Calvert Library locations closed. Downloadable and streaming materials and services available 24/7.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Thu, Nov 12, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Thu, Nov 12, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support (PF & Zoom)
Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 3,Zoom Room
Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by JC Hooker.
On Pins and Needles (PF)
Fri, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 2 and 3
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
Pub Quiz (Calvert County Fairgrounds)
Fri, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 10:00pm
For one night only, the library won't help you find the answers. But that won't stop us from asking plenty of tough questions. Register for $120 per team of up to 6 adults. (The team isn't considered registered until paid.) Cash prize to the top 3 teams! Limited space! Registration required. Doors open and food trucks will be on site at 5pm. Quiz begins at 7pm.
Free Legal Name Change Clinic - Come learn about MD's legal process for changing your name!
Sat, Nov 14, 9:30am - 11:00am
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
FreeState Justice, Maryland's LGBTQIA+ civil advocacy nonprofit organization, is offering a free confidential legal name change clinic to all Maryland residents. Minors under 18 are eligible, pending Parental consent. For more details please call the legal intake line at (443) 977-4243 or email intake@freestate-justice.org.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime 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.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Nov 16, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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.
What You Need to Know about Medicaid Changes (PF)
Mon, Nov 16, 4:15pm - 6:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
Join Dr. Nimfa Teneza-Mora of the Calvert County Health Department for an informative presentation on upcoming HR 1 Medicaid changes, including work requirements. The Health Department Children's Health Program Team will also be on-site for a question-and-answer session.
Silent Book Club (PF)
Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room 3
Take a break and recharge at Silent Book Club! Bring your own book or pick one here, and enjoy a cozy hour of quiet reading. Feel free to bring blankets or pillows. Schedule: 6pm: Arrive and share your read. 6:15pm: Silent reading. 7:15pm: Optional social time. For adults 18+ seeking a calm, child-free space to read and connect.
Beginner Bookworms - Friendship (PF)
Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Storytime Room
Calling all kindergarteners to second graders! We have a book club for you! Each month, we will strengthen our reading skills through book discussions, games and activities featuring book titles from our Early Reader collection. Books are provided at the program - no need to read ahead of time! There are two identical sessions throughout the month, so please only register for one date a month.
Bilingual Conversation Hour: Spanish-English (PF) - Bring a friend and practice with us!
Mon, Nov 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
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 (PF)
Tue, Nov 17, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF)
Tue, Nov 17, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.
Board of Library Trustees Meeting (PF)
Tue, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room
Calvert Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Dine Out Discussion: "Careless People" (at Stoney's) - by Sarah Wynn-Williams
Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us to read about a memoir about working at Facebook.
Social on the Spectrum (PF) - Neurodivergent Peer Support Group
Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 3
Join us for a neurodivergent peer support conversation. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with peers about the joys and struggles of being a neurodivergent or autistic adult, or those exploring their identities on the spectrum. We welcome everyone 18+ regardless of ability or diagnostic status. This is a peer-led group, not therapy, and is not intended to diagnose or as medical advice.
Teen Night (PF) - BYOM (Burn Your Own Music)
Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
In the coming-of-age films of the 90s/00s, the mixtape was the ultimate DIY memento. Songs were individually selected based on the theme or occasion. Prom? Mixtape. Summer Vacation. Mixtape. CDs and other pieces of physical media allow people to disconnect and experience music.
Storytime - Babies (PF)
Wed, Nov 18, 9:15am - 9:35am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime 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 (PF) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Wed, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime 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.
Building Minds Through Play-Building Strong Friendships (PF)
Wed, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Computers,Storytime Room
Join us for a playful, hands-on session for caregivers and children (birth-48 months)! Discover fun ways to build early STEAM skills, support memory, problem-solving, and artistic expression- all through curiosity and play. Learn tips to boost language, social, and motor development.
From Buying to Owning (PF + Zoom) - A panel for first time homeowners
Wed, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2,Zoom Room
Hear directly from local real estate professionals in a moderated panel designed to provide guidance and answer your questions. More details to come. . This presentation will be made available in person and on Zoom. Sessions are later posted on YouTube.
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