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Books in Bloom (FV)

March 15-18
2023-03-15 00:00:00 2023-03-15 23:59:00 America/New_York Books in Bloom (FV) Books in Bloom is a community event to make book inspired floral arrangements. There are no wrong designs! All are welcome! This is a fun floral design to make representing the 2023 theme of "connections" through your own inspiration of any adult or children's book at Calvert county libraries.  We encourage you to check out the book to display with your floral arrangement. Fairview Branch -

Wednesday, March 15
All day

Add to Calendar 2023-03-15 00:00:00 2023-03-15 23:59:00 America/New_York Books in Bloom (FV) Books in Bloom is a community event to make book inspired floral arrangements. There are no wrong designs! All are welcome! This is a fun floral design to make representing the 2023 theme of "connections" through your own inspiration of any adult or children's book at Calvert county libraries.  We encourage you to check out the book to display with your floral arrangement. Fairview Branch -

Books in Bloom is a community event to make book inspired floral arrangements. There are no wrong designs! All are welcome! This is a fun floral design to make representing the 2023 theme of "connections" through your own inspiration of any adult or children's book at Calvert county libraries.  We encourage you to check out the book to display with your floral arrangement.

Please sign up at the library you would like to display your arrangement at. Please do not use very fragrant flowers in your display and it should not hang down over the display bookshelf or table. Have fun with your creativity but keep the floral aspect of the interpretation. 

We would love to have the community join us in the event.  

This event sponsored by Calvert Garden Club          

Attend a demonstration classes to learn tips and tricks to floral design. This is a great opportunity for homeschoolers, clubs, scouts, or anyone who loves flowers an opportunity to make something to share with our community.

There will be two demonstration classes:

At Calvert Library Prince Frederick on Thursday, Feb 23 6:30-7:30pm with Shahla Butler

At Calvert Library Southern Branch, Saturday, Feb. 25 1-2:30pm with Barbara Whited

Please join us for one of the classes or both!

Ask your friends, family and neighbors to join us. 

Arrangement delivery to chosen library:

  • Drop off on Wednesday morning, March 15 between 9am-12pm
  • Pick up on Saturday afternoon, March 18 between  3-5pm
  • Please contact Andrea Kroll with any questions at krofly@hotmail.com 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Exhibition |

TAGS: | All Ages |

Fairview Branch
Phone: (410) 257-2101
Branch manager
Lisa Tassa
Hours
Mon, Apr 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 23 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 24 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 25 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 26 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 27 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 28 Closed
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About the branch

Imagine, explore and discover everything Calvert Library Fairview Branch offers to our community.  
1. Digital materials 
2. Public computers 
3. No late fees 
4. Premium online resources
5. Job seeker services 
6. Meeting rooms 
7. Fun, educational programs for all ages! (link to new calendar) 

Upcoming events

Storytime: Saturdays (FV)
Sat, Apr 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children ages birth-5.
Grooving and Moving Birth - 2 (FV)
Mon, Apr 29, 9:15am - 9:35am
Large Room
Join us for Grooving and Moving where we will use music and movement to start the day! Fans of Storytime will enjoy playing instruments, moving, and singing together. For ages Birth - 2. Registration required.
Grooving and Moving ages 3 - 5 (FV)
Mon, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Large Room
Join us for Grooving and Moving where we will use music and movement to start the day! Fans of Storytime will enjoy moving, playing instruments and singing together. For ages 3 - 5. Registration required.
Storytime: Babies (FV)
Tue, Apr 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Includes a ten minute playtime! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Storytime: Middles (FV)
Tue, Apr 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-3.
Storytime: Preschoolers (FV)
Tue, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:45am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 3-5.
Chess Club (FV)
Wed, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Room
Enjoy playing chess? Looking to sharpen your chess skills? Come drop in and challenge new opponents! All skill levels and ages are welcome. Please bring a chess board along if you own one.
STEAMLab Jr. (FV)
Thu, May 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Large Room
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM on the first Thursday each month! Build, code, count, and create with different activities each session. Registration required. Intended for scientists in grades K-2.
This event is full
STEAMLab (FV)
Thu, May 02, 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Large Room
Become a scientist and explore topics related to STEAM on the first Thursday each month! Build, code, count, and create with different activities each session. Registration required. Intended for scientists in grades 3-5.
This event is full
Storytime: Saturdays (FV)
Sat, May 04, 10:00am - 10:45am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children ages birth-5.
Art in the Stacks May-July exhibit by Elaine Strong (FV) - In Partnership with Calvert Library
Sun, May 05, All day
Elaine Davy Strong is a local Southern Maryland artist who has experience in acrylics and oil painting. She worked in the National Gallery of Art photo lab and has experience restoring art. Her artwork has been featured at Annmarie Garden and CalvART in Prince Frederick.
Storytime: Babies (FV)
Tue, May 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Includes a ten minute playtime! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Storytime: Middles (FV)
Tue, May 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-3.
Storytime: Preschoolers (FV)
Tue, May 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 3-5.
WOW (Work on Whatever) Wednesday Kids (FV)
Wed, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Room
Kids in K-8th grade can bring their project and supplies. Whether it's paper craft, scrapbook, quilting, origami or whatever you're working on. We'll have some crafting materials to try out too. Get your projects done and make new friends!
Chesapeake Garden Club Plant Sale and Q& A - In Partnership with Calvert Library
Sat, May 11, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Small Room
Beautiful plants and arrangements just in time for spring and Mother's Day! As you buy your selections you can also have your garden questions answered by a Master Gardener (Q&A starts at 11AM).
Storytime: Saturdays (FV)
Sat, May 11, 10:00am - 10:45am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children ages birth-5.
Dungeons & Dragons - TEENS (FV)
Sat, May 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
TeenZone
Meet up and have fun with D&D. Players ages 13 - 19 of all levels and interest are welcome. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Grooving and Moving Birth - 2 (FV)
Mon, May 13, 9:15am - 9:35am
Large Room
Join us for Grooving and Moving where we will use music and movement to start the day! Fans of Storytime will enjoy playing instruments, moving, and singing together. For ages Birth - 2. Registration required.
Grooving and Moving ages 3 - 5 (FV)
Mon, May 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Large Room
Join us for Grooving and Moving where we will use music and movement to start the day! Fans of Storytime will enjoy moving, playing instruments and singing together. For ages 3 - 5. Registration required.
JobSource Mobile Career Center (FV)
Mon, May 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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 (FV)
Tue, May 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Includes a ten minute playtime! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Storytime: Middles (FV)
Tue, May 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-3.
Storytime: Preschoolers (FV)
Tue, May 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 3-5.
Reading Buddies (FV) - Teen Reading Buddy
Wed, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Area
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 (FV) - Young Reader
Wed, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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: Saturdays (FV)
Sat, May 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children ages birth-5.
Dungeons & Dragons - TEENS (FV)
Sat, May 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
TeenZone
Meet up and have fun with D&D. Players ages 13 - 19 of all levels and interest are welcome. Registration is required.
Storytime: Babies (FV)
Tue, May 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Includes a ten minute playtime! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Storytime: Middles (FV)
Tue, May 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 2-3.
Storytime: Preschoolers (FV)
Tue, May 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children 3-5.
MakePlayLearn (FV)
Fri, May 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Large 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!
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