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Building for Butterflies (SO)
2026-10-20 18:00:00 2026-10-20 20:00:00 America/New_York Building for Butterflies (SO) The Calvert Marine Museum Education Department, through the efforts of Alice Merkel, obtained a grant from the Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust in order to create a Butterfly Waystation to support local pollinators and assist the Monarch Butterflies in their annual migration. This free lecture series is supported by a grant from Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust. Light Refreshments provided. Southern Branch - Meeting Room

Tuesday, October 20
6:00pm - 8:00pm

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The Calvert Marine Museum Education Department, through the efforts of Alice Merkel, obtained a grant from the Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust in order to create a Butterfly Waystation to support local pollinators and assist the Monarch Butterflies in their annual migration. This free lecture series is supported by a grant from Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust. Light Refreshments provided.

The Calvert Nature Society Presents environmental lecture series is a year-long educational initiative designed to engage Calvert County residents with accessible, informative and inspiring presentations on environmental topics relevant to Southern Maryland. Each lecture is free and open to the public. 

In addition to lectures, the series will showcase natural science research projects and assessments in Southern Maryland – especially the small grant projects that CPNHT supports – as well as other volunteer based activities that contribute to the improvement of the environmental health of our local ecosystem. 

The Calvert Marine Museum Education Department, through the efforts of Alice Merkel, was able to obtain a grant from the Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust in order to create a Butterfly Waystation to support local pollinators and assist the Monarch Butterflies in their annual migration. By planting of native Milkweed Common plants and other native plants, it is our hope that this will create new opportunities for educational interpretation to visitors to the site about the importance of pollinators to the greater Chesapeake Bay region.

An experienced museum professional in both collections and education, Alice Merkel, is a senior Educational Interpreter at the Calvert Marine Museum.

Light Refreshments will be provided.

This free lecture series is supported by a generous grant from Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust.

Reservations are recommended, but not required

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: | STEM/STEAM | Lectures, Panels & Conversations |

TAGS: | Adults |

Southern Branch
Phone: (410) 326-5289
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Meg Faller
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Fri, Oct 09 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Storytime - Babies (SO)
Sat, Oct 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Oct 10, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
On Pins and Needles (SO)
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
If you knit, embroider or crochet, or would like to learn, join us for On Pins and Needles at the Southern Branch. Get together with other fiber crafters to learn or develop your skills. Work on projects in progress or start something new! BYOY! (Bring Your Own Yarn!)
SEEDCO--Maryland Health Connection (SO)
Tue, Oct 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Got health coverage? SEEDCO can help you get it! Maryland Health Connection offers no-cost and low-cost health insurance. Second Tuesdays of the month. Drop in anytime from 9am-12pm.
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Tue, Oct 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Oct 13, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Brain Games - Mahjongg (SO)
Tue, Oct 13, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Storytime - Adaptive (SO)
Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, music, stories and sensory activities to develop early literacy skills in a slower-paced & smaller group setting. Join us for playtime immediately after! All abilities are welcome, & activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required for children only.
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support (SO)
Wed, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Charles Harrell and Dennis Poremski of the Alzheimer's Association.
Tarot Study Group: Drop-In Program (SO) - Gratitude
Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Come learn and practice tarot as a creative tool, for self-reflection, introspection, meditation, thoughtfulness or as a fun hobby.
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Sat, Oct 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Oct 17, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
On Pins and Needles (SO)
Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
If you knit, embroider or crochet, or would like to learn, join us for On Pins and Needles at the Southern Branch. Get together with other fiber crafters to learn or develop your skills. Work on projects in progress or start something new! Registration requested. BYOY! (Bring Your Own Yarn!)
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Mon, Oct 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Oct 19, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Tue, Oct 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Oct 20, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Brain Games - Mahjongg (SO)
Tue, Oct 20, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Tech Help Drop-in Hour (SO) - Skillbuilders Presents
Tue, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn how to troubleshoot and fix your tech problems! Need help with your devices? Drop in to Calvert Library's open tech hours! We are pleased to offer personalized assistance with basic tech requests, computer and internet basics, e-readers, Libby, Microsoft Office or Google apps, personal devices and more!
Building for Butterflies (SO)
Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room
The Calvert Marine Museum Education Department, through the efforts of Alice Merkel, obtained a grant from the Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust in order to create a Butterfly Waystation to support local pollinators and assist the Monarch Butterflies in their annual migration. This free lecture series is supported by a grant from Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust. Light Refreshments provided.
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Storytime - Adaptive (SO)
Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, music, stories and sensory activities to develop early literacy skills in a slower-paced & smaller group setting. Join us for playtime immediately after! All abilities are welcome, & activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required for children only.
JobSource Mobile Career Center (SO)
Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 1:00pm
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Stop by to visit the JobSource Mobile Career Center for your job search needs! Get job counseling and resume help, search for jobs and connect with Southern Maryland JobSource.
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Sat, Oct 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Oct 24, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
On Pins and Needles (SO)
Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
If you knit, embroider or crochet, or would like to learn, join us for On Pins and Needles at the Southern Branch. Get together with other fiber crafters to learn or develop your skills. Work on projects in progress or start something new! Registration requested. BYOY! (Bring Your Own Yarn!)
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Mon, Oct 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Oct 26, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Tue, Oct 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Oct 27, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Brain Games - Mahjongg (SO)
Tue, Oct 27, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Storytime - Adaptive (SO)
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, music, stories and sensory activities to develop early literacy skills in a slower-paced & smaller group setting. Join us for playtime immediately after! All abilities are welcome, & activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required for children only.
TACOS: Teen Advisory Council of Students (SO) - TACOS Teen Advisory Council of Students
Thu, Oct 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Teens! Calvert Library needs you! We want the library to be a safe space where Teens can hang out, freely access books and information and form community. TACOS meets monthly to help us with our events and services planning. You can receive one (1) service learning hour for each meeting attended.
Reading Buddies - Young Reader (SO)
Thu, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting 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!
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Reading Buddies - Teen Buddy (SO)
Thu, Oct 29, 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!
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Sat, Oct 31, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Oct 31, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
On Pins and Needles (SO)
Sat, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
If you knit, embroider or crochet, or would like to learn, join us for On Pins and Needles at the Southern Branch. Get together with other fiber crafters to learn or develop your skills. Work on projects in progress or start something new! Registration requested. BYOY! (Bring Your Own Yarn!)
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Mon, Nov 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Nov 02, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Tue, Nov 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Tue, Nov 03, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
Brain Games - Mahjongg (SO)
Tue, Nov 03, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Tea and True Tales (SO): The Personal Librarian - by Marie Benedict Afternoon Book Club
Tue, Nov 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Adults and seniors, join us for an in-person book club. Each month we will enjoy tea, have treats and discuss non-fiction titles, memoirs, biographies or fiction based on real people.
Storytime - Adaptive (SO)
Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Adaptive storytime is designed to be inclusive & welcoming to neurodivergent children. This class uses movement, music, stories and sensory activities to develop early literacy skills in a slower-paced & smaller group setting. Join us for playtime immediately after! All abilities are welcome, & activities generally fall within a preschool interest level. Registration required for children only.
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support (SO)
Wed, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Charles Harrell and Dennis Poremski of the Alzheimer's Association.
Tween Night (SO) Switch Game Night
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Hey Tweens, this night is designed just for you! Join us on the 1st Wednesday of each month at Calvert Library Southern Branch for fun activities. Ages 9-12.
Tech Help Drop-in Hour (SO) - Skillbuilders Presents
Thu, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn how to troubleshoot and fix your tech problems! Need help with your devices? Drop in to Calvert Library's open tech hours! We are pleased to offer personalized assistance with basic tech requests, computer and internet basics, e-readers, Libby, Microsoft Office or Google apps, personal devices and more!
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Sat, Nov 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Nov 07, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
On Pins and Needles (SO)
Sat, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
If you knit, embroider or crochet, or would like to learn, join us for On Pins and Needles at the Southern Branch. Get together with other fiber crafters to learn or develop your skills. Work on projects in progress or start something new! Registration requested. BYOY! (Bring Your Own Yarn!)
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