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Chris Haley

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Alex Haley: Father of African American Genealogy

Bayside History Museum Winter Series (in-person & Zoom)

2022-02-09 18:30:00 2022-02-09 19:30:00 America/New_York Alex Haley: Father of African American Genealogy Hear from actor/speaker/historian, Chris Haley. This lecture series is sponsored by the Bayside History Museum, Calvert Library and John Hanson Chapter NSDAR. A special birthday cake in honor of Alex Haley's 100th birthday, which would have been celebrated on February 10, will be offered. Calvert Library Prince Frederick - Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2, Zoom Rm 1

Wednesday, February 09
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2022-02-09 18:30:00 2022-02-09 19:30:00 America/New_York Alex Haley: Father of African American Genealogy Hear from actor/speaker/historian, Chris Haley. This lecture series is sponsored by the Bayside History Museum, Calvert Library and John Hanson Chapter NSDAR. A special birthday cake in honor of Alex Haley's 100th birthday, which would have been celebrated on February 10, will be offered. Calvert Library Prince Frederick - Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2, Zoom Rm 1

Calvert Library Prince Frederick

Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2, Zoom Rm 1

Hear from actor/speaker/historian, Chris Haley. This lecture series is sponsored by the Bayside History Museum, Calvert Library and John Hanson Chapter NSDAR. A special birthday cake in honor of Alex Haley's 100th birthday, which would have been celebrated on February 10, will be offered.

As Director of both the Study of the Legacy of Slavery in Maryland at the Maryland State Archives Research Department and the Utopia Film Festival in Greenbelt, Maryland, Mr. Christopher E. Haley has served on many prestigious boards in the world of African American genealogy as well as in the Arts.  

They include the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Foundation, Historic London Town Foundation, Annapolis Arts Alliance Foundation and the Annapolis Film Festival.  

Chris is well respected as a speaker at numerous venues throughout the United States where he has spoken on themes such as African American history, self-empowerment, and genealogy.   

He earned his B.A. in English, and Drama minor at the University of Maryland, College Park. He resides in Landover, Maryland.  

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures, Panels & Conversations |

TAGS: | race | EDI | Adults |

Calvert Library Prince Frederick

Phone: (410) 535-0291
Branch manager
Sarah Avant

Hours
Mon, Nov 25 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 26 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 27 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Thu, Nov 28 Closed
Fri, Nov 29 Closed
Sat, Nov 30 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 01 Closed

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Upcoming events

Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 3,Zoom Rm 1
This month's movies are: "Eve's Bayou" (1997) & "King of New York" (1990). Both are available on Hoopla through Calvert Library. Watch the movie before the Hybrid event and join us for a lively discussion on Monday night. Please register to receive an emailed link to the Zoom event an hour before it begins.

Tue, Nov 26, 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.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Tue, Nov 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Storytime Room
Calvert Library Foundation Meeting

Cancelled
Wed, Nov 27, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Maryland Department of Labor, Veterans Program, Senior Community Service Employment and Job Service representatives will be in person at Calvert Library Prince Frederick to meet with those seeking employment or career change. Walk-ins welcome on the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month.

Wed, Nov 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.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1
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
Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Participants will learn professional techniques and the importance of effective interviewing. This workshop will teach you best practices enhancing your interviewing skills by providing insight on dress attire, appropriate attitude, and professional etiquette and presentation. Virtual interview techniques are also discussed.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Wed, Nov 27, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.

Wed, Nov 27, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
All Calvert Library locations closed. Downloadable and streaming materials and services available 24/7.

Thu, Nov 28, All day
All Calvert Library locations closed. Downloadable and streaming materials and services available 24/7.

Fri, Nov 29, All day
All Calvert Library locations closed. Downloadable and streaming materials and services available 24/7.

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Sat, Nov 30, 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.

Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM! Build, code, count and create with different activities each session. Registration required. Intended for scientists in grades K-2. Grown-ups are encouraged to stay in the room for the duration of the program.

Tue, Dec 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.

Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Wed, Dec 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 3
Bring your project and supplies. Whether it's paper craft, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Wed, Dec 04, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1, 2, and 3
Embark on your hero's journey this holiday season by finding a moment of calm amidst life's many adventures. Whether you've been crafting epic stories, recovering from campaigns, prepping for snowy fun or braving holiday shopping quests, yogi Stephanie Sweeney invites you to join a mindful yoga flow inspired by the timeless hero's journey.

Thu, Dec 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.

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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.

Thu, Dec 05, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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

Fri, Dec 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.

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.

Sat, Dec 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.

Sat, Dec 07, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Living Room with Fireplace
Meet up and have fun with D&D. Players ages 13-19 of all levels and interests are welcome. Registration is required.
This event is full

Sat, Dec 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.

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Mon, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
Learn from Women's Commissioner Brandy Curtis Richards how to have a successful "No Spend Month!"

Tue, Dec 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.

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Wed, Dec 11, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 3
Maryland Department of Labor, Veterans Program, Senior Community Service Employment and Job Service representatives will be in person at Calvert Library Prince Frederick to meet with those seeking employment or career change. Walk-ins welcome on the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month.

Wed, Dec 11, 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.

Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1
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.

Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Offered by Maryland Department of Labor, American Job Center, this is an interactive workshop for resume and cover letter writing help. Looking for a job, or a better job? Don't miss this free class. Registration closes the Monday before the event.

Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Wed, Dec 11, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.

Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Front of building
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.

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM! Build, code, count and create with different activities each session. Registration required, intended for scientists in grades 3-5.
This event is full

Thu, Dec 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.

Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Thu, Dec 12, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime 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.

Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 3,Zoom Rm 1
Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Jeannette Findley & JC Hooker.

Fri, Dec 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.

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 10:40am
Storytime Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun, ending with guided play! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-5.

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Come visit us at the Home for the Holidays Parade in Downtown Prince Frederick hosted by the Calvert County Fair Board and Calvert County Optimist Club!

Sat, Dec 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.

Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM! Build, code, count and create with different activities each session. Registration required. Intended for scientists in grades K-2. Grown-ups are encouraged to stay in the room for the duration of the program.
Registration opens Monday, December 2 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Dec 16, 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!

Wed, Dec 18, 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!

Wed, Dec 18, 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!

Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
Teens! Calvert Library needs you! We want the library to be a safe space where teens can hang out and freely access books, information, and form community. TACOS meets monthly to help us with our events and services planning. Join us every third Thursday! You can receive 1 Service Learning hour for each meeting attended.

Fri, Dec 20, 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.

Sat, Dec 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Come and play the ever popular Pokémon Trading Card Game with other Pokémon enthusiasts! Bring your own deck and test your skills against other trainers. Don't know how to play? No worries! We will have decks for you to use and experienced trainers to show you how. So, Trainers, come battle, trade, or just hang out with other Pokémon fans.

Sat, Dec 21, 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.

Tue, Dec 24, All day
All Calvert Library locations closed. Downloadable and streaming materials and services available 24/7.

Wed, Dec 25, All day
All Calvert Library locations closed. Downloadable and streaming materials and services available 24/7.