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Art in the Stacks by Brittany Colip (SO)
2026-12-06 00:00:00 2026-12-06 23:59:00 America/New_York Art in the Stacks by Brittany Colip (SO) Professionally, Brittany Colip is a statistical programmer with a focus on healthcare quality measures. Brittany's artistic background is primarily in acrylic painting, and the themes in her paintings are primarily focused on nature and wildlife. Come enjoy Brittany's artwork from October-December 2026. Southern Branch -

Sunday, December 06
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Professionally, Brittany Colip is a statistical programmer with a focus on healthcare quality measures. Brittany's artistic background is primarily in acrylic painting, and the themes in her paintings are primarily focused on nature and wildlife. Come enjoy Brittany's artwork from October-December 2026.

Professionally, Brittany Colip is a statistical programmer with a focus on healthcare quality measures. She enjoys finding patterns and making sense of messy data, but she also needs an outlet from looking at the computer screen all day. In addition, the advancement of artificial intelligence (A.I.) and technology causes stress and anxiety for her, because she worries about the impacts it will have on our natural world.

Producing artwork is an outlet for her. Brittany’s background is primarily in acrylic painting, and the themes in her paintings are primarily focused on nature and wildlife. She enjoys painting scenes from photos she has taken of landscapes or animals she has seen while running or hiking. She also enjoys plein air painting (i.e., “open air”, or painting a landscape scene outside on-site), and finds that it is very relaxing to be outside and focused on capturing the beauty in the surrounding scenery. She believes in painting nature as-is, even if not perfect (such as that old crooked tree) -- because nature itself is beautiful.

Brittany was born in Tyler, Texas and now lives in Port Republic, Maryland. She developed an interest in painting and art thanks to her Aunt Nell, who introduced her and her other cousins to watercolor painting at a young age. Brittany also admires and draws inspiration from the great western landscape masters such as Albert Bierstadt and Thomas Moran, John J. Audubon (specifically, his Birds of America), television landscape painting superstar Bob Ross, and friends and neighbors that she enjoys painting and spending “crafternoons” with.

Calvert Library invites you to enjoy exhibits of local art in each of our locations all month. 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: | Exhibition | Arts/Crafts |

TAGS: | Adults |

Southern Branch
Phone: (410) 326-5289
Branch manager
Meg Faller
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Mon, Nov 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 06 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 08 Closed
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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!)
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Mon, Nov 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Mon, Nov 09, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
MakePlayLearn (SO)
Mon, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting 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 (SO)
Tue, Nov 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
Tue, Nov 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.
Cancelled
Local Behavioral Health Authority Information Table (SO)
Tue, Nov 10, 11:00am - 2:00pm
A representative from the Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA) will be available to answer questions and provide information about behavioral health resources and services in Calvert County.
Calvert County Homeless Outreach (SO) - LifeStyles & On Our Own Calvert
Tue, Nov 10, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Group Study 106
Are you experiencing homelessness, housing instability or other life challenges? On Our Own of Calvert and LifeStyles of Maryland Street Outreach can connect you with shelter placement, immediate resources and supportive services to help you meet your immediate needs and work toward stability.
Brain Games - Mahjongg (SO)
Tue, Nov 10, 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.
Karaoke Teen Night (SO) - Karaoke Night
Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Express yourself! Looking for a fun, low-pressure, supportive place to perform? Sing solo, duet or get the whole room singing along! Not into singing? Come and cheer on your friends. Free pizza, snacks and glow bracelets! For ages 13-18. Please register.
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Sat, Nov 14, 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 14, 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 14, 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!)
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Mon, Nov 16, 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 16, 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 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
Tue, Nov 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.
Brain Games - Mahjongg (SO)
Tue, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, 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, eReaders, Libby, Microsoft Office or Google apps, personal devices and more!
Storytime - Adaptive (SO)
Wed, Nov 18, 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.
Rescheduled
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support (SO)
Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
New date Wednesday, November 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Charles Harrell and Dennis Poremski of the Alzheimer's Association.
TACOS: Teen Advisory Council of Students (SO) - TACOS Teen Advisory Council of Students
Thu, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 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!
This event is full
Reading Buddies - Teen Buddy (SO)
Thu, Nov 19, 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, Nov 21, 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 21, 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 21, 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 23, 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 23, 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 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
Tue, Nov 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.
Brain Games - Mahjongg (SO)
Tue, Nov 24, 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, Nov 25, 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.
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Sat, Nov 28, 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 28, 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 28, 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 30, 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 30, 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, Dec 01, 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, Dec 01, 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, Dec 01, 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 Farmer's Wife by Carol Booker - Afternoon Book Club
Tue, Dec 01, 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/real events. *This month the author, Carol Booker, will be in attendance!*
Storytime - Adaptive (SO)
Wed, Dec 02, 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.
Tech Help Drop-in Hour (SO) - Skillbuilders Presents
Thu, Dec 03, 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, eReaders, Libby, Microsoft Office or Google apps, personal devices and more!
Storytime - Babies (SO)
Sat, Dec 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (SO) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, Dec 05, 10:15am - 10:55am
Meeting Room
Join us for Story Explorers, an exciting new Storytime class where imaginations run wild. Your little one will journey through captivating stories, merrily move to music and join in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and early learning. This class ends with guided play, a great time to make new friends.?Adult must accompany child. Suggested for ages 2 - 5. Registration recommended.
On Pins and Needles (SO)
Sat, Dec 05, 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!)
Art in the Stacks by Brittany Colip (SO)
Sun, Dec 06, All day
Professionally, Brittany Colip is a statistical programmer with a focus on healthcare quality measures. Brittany's artistic background is primarily in acrylic painting, and the themes in her paintings are primarily focused on nature and wildlife. Come enjoy Brittany's artwork from October-December 2026.
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