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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, May 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 16 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 17 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 18 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

Calvert History Mural Community Input Session (FV)
Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Room
Join us for a community input session to share your ideas and help shape the design of a mural that reflects Calvert County history. Bring your history photos to the sessions to share!
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time
Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Large 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 0 - 5. Registration recommended.
Storytime - Babies (FV)
Tue, May 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Large Room
Join us for Storytime! We'll share stories, sing songs and have fun! Registration recommended. Suggested for children under 2.
Story Explorers (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time!
Tue, May 20, 10:10am - 10:50am
Large 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 (FV) - Where discovery begins one story at a time!
Tue, May 20, 11:10am - 11:50am
Large 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.
Fairview Book Discussion: "The Ministry of Time" (FV & Zoom) - by Kaliane Bradley
Wed, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Large Room,Study Room,Zoom Room
Join us online or in person at the Fairview Branch to discuss "The Ministry of Time" by Kaliane Bradley. An exquisitely original and feverishly fun fusion of genres and ideas, "The Ministry of Time" asks: What does it mean to defy history, when history is living in your house? Kaliane Bradley's answer is a blazing, unforgettable testament to what we owe each other in a changing world.
Reading Buddies - Young Reader (FV) - Young Reader
Wed, May 21, 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 - Teen Buddy (FV) - Teen Reading Buddy
Wed, May 21, 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!
Calvert County Health Department Information Table (FV)
Tue, May 27, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Computer Area
A representative from the Health Department will be available to answer questions and provide information about healthy living and health services in Calvert County.
Cancelled
English Conversation Hour (FV) - Come practice your English with us!
Tue, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Are you trying to learn or be more confident in conversational English? Do you enjoy talking to others? Would you like to get to know your community better at the same time? Then the English Conversation Hour is for you!
Dungeons & Dragons - TEENS (FV)
Sat, May 31, 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.
Art in the Stacks exhibit by Kathleen Addario (FV) - In Partnership with Calvert Library
Sun, Jun 01, All day
Children's Area
Calvert Library Fairview invites you to enjoy the work of local artist, Kathleen Addario. The exhibition will run through July 2025.
Chess Club (FV)
Wed, Jun 04, 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.
JobSource Mobile Career Center (FV)
Mon, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Field Behind Library
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.
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