Thursday, October 30, 2008
Thursday 30
CALVERT FAMILY STORY TIME, costumes welcome. Themed stories, discussions, games and projects for children in kindergarten through third grade. For times, dates and locations, call Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862; Fairview Branch, 410-257-2101; Southern Branch, 410-326-5289; or Twin Beaches Branch, 410-257-2411. Free.
CALVERT LIBRARY STORY TIMES, for children 5 and younger, including infants and their families. For times, dates and locations, call Prince Frederick Branch, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862; Fairview Branch, 410-257-2101; Southern Branch, 410-326-5289; or Twin Beaches Branch, 410-257-2411. Through Nov. 17. Free. http://www.calvert.lib.md.us.
KIDS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN, themed stories, discussions and projects for children in kindergarten through third grade at each Calvert Library Branch. For times, dates and locations, call Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862; Fairview Branch, 410-257-2101; Southern Branch, 410-326-5289 or Twin Beaches Branch, 410-257-2411. Free.
PUMPKIN PATCH, through tomorrow, sponsored by Emmanuel United Methodist Church. Pumpkins, mums and other seasonal decorations. Admission, free; prices vary for pumpkins and crafts. 2510 Plum Point Rd., Huntingtown. 410-535-3177.
SMOKE-FREE BINGO, sponsored by American Legion Post 82 Auxiliary. Doors open, 6 p.m.; early bird, 7:15 p.m., American Legion Post-La Plata, 6330 Crain Hwy., La Plata. One pack, $17; two, $25; three, $32; four, $38; early bird, $1 per pack. Winner-take-all and jackpot, $1 per sheet. 301-932-1399.
ST. MARY'S LIBRARY STORY TIMES, walk-in story times for ages 2 months to 5 years. Call branches for times: Charlotte Hall Library, 37600 New Market Rd., 301-884-2211; Leonardtown Library, 23250 Hollywood Rd., 301-475-2846; and Lexington Park Library, 21677 FDR Blvd., 301-863-8188. Thursdays-Sundays, Mondays-Thursdays. Free.
BOOK CLUB FOR HOME-SCHOOLERS, for fourth- through seventh-graders. "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeleine L'Engle. 2-3 p.m., Calvert Library Prince Frederick Branch, 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick. Free. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
CHARLES ONE MARYLAND ONE BOOK-WRITING WORKSHOP, using "A Hope in the Unseen: An American Odyssey from the Inner City to the Ivy League," by Ron Suskind, as a model. 6-9 p.m., Potomac Branch Library, 3225 Ruth B. Swann Dr., Indian Head. Free. 301-375-7375.
CALVERT CREEP FEST OPEN MIC, perform creepy poetry, music, prose or comedy. Costumes welcome. 7-8:30 p.m., Calvert Library Prince Frederick Branch, 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick. Free. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Friday 31FALL BINGO, hosted by St. Leonard Company Seven Alarmers of the St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department. Door prizes. Refreshments for sale. 6:30 p.m., St. Leonard Fire Department, 200 Calvert Beach Rd. $15; additional cards, $10. 410-326-6560.
Saturday 1PRINCE FREDERICK FARMERS MARKET, products from White Oak Point Farm, Cox Farm, Goose Creek Farm and Herbert Farm, among others. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, Prince Frederick Shopping Center, Route 4 between Duke and Church streets. Free. 443-532-7479 or http://www.calvertag.com.
WALDORF FARMERS MARKET, producer-only market featuring fresh honey, flowers, fruits, vegetables and more. 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays, 4-7 p.m. Wednesdays, Waldorf Festival Center, routes 301 and 228. 301-934-8571.
FALL CRAFT FAIR, sponsored by Second District Fire Department and Rescue Squad Auxiliary. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Second District Fire Department and Rescue Squad, 45245 Drayden Rd, Valley Lee. Admission, free. 301-994-0447.
HEALTH FAIR, honoring National Diabetes Month. Information available in Spanish. 9 a.m., blood glucose monitors giveaway; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., screenings. Snacks available. Health Partners Primary Care Center, 3070 Crain Hwy., Waldorf. Free. 301-645-3556 or 301-643-5378.
FALL DINNER, hosted by All Faith Episcopal Church of Charlotte Hall. Fried oysters, Southern Maryland stuffed ham, fried chicken, side dishes and drinks. Proceeds will be used for church maintenance. Noon-5 p.m., Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department, 28165 Hills Club Rd., Mechanicsville. Adults and carryouts, $18; children 8 and younger, $8. 301-884-3773.
FITNESS AND DIABETES FESTIVAL, sponsored by St. Mary's County Board of Commissioners, Department of Recreation and Parks and St. Mary's Hospital. Health and fitness vendors, free screenings, flu shots, children's activities and demonstrations of gymnastics, self-defense and yoga. Noon-4 p.m., Leonard Hall Recreation Center, 23145 Leonard Hall Dr., Leonardtown. Admission, free; flu shots, $20. 301-475-4200, Ext. 1802.
ITALIAN DINNER, entertainment, door prizes, bake table and silent auction. Carryouts available. 4-7 p.m., Waters Memorial United Methodist Church, 5400 Mackall Road, St. Leonard. Adults, $11; children 6-12, $6; children 5 and younger, free. 410-586-1716.
BASKET BINGO,50/50 drawing and basket raffle. 6 p.m.; games start, 7 p.m., St. Mary Star of the Sea School, 6485 Indian Head Hwy., Indian Head. One pack of regular games and four special games, $25; additional packs of regular games, $5; additional special game cards, $1. 301-283-6151.
PITCH CARD PARTY, sponsored by Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary. Includes refreshments. Must be 16 or older. 7:30 p.m., Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue Squad, 28120 Old Flora Corner Rd. $5. 301-884-3810.
Sunday 2SUNDAY LUNCH, hosted by American Legion Auxiliary 274. Ham, scalloped potatoes, beans, cole slaw, rolls, dessert, tea, coffee and lemonade. Carryouts available. 12:30-2 p.m., American Legion Post 274, 11820 H.G. Trueman Rd., Lusby. $6. 410-326-3274.
Monday 3MONDAY MORNING MOVIES, stories, songs and movies for children and their caregivers. 10-11 a.m. Mondays, except holidays, Calvert Library Prince Frederick Branch, 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick. Free. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Wednesday 5CREATIVE MEMOIR WORKSHOP, on using life experiences to write nonfiction, short fiction or poetry. 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, Calvert Library Prince Frederick Branch, 850 Costley Way. Free. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
SOUTHERN MARYLAND DEMENTIA CARE CONFERENCE, sponsored by Greater Waldorf Jaycees and Morningside House Premiere Senior Living. Open to anyone interested in learning more about dementia. Continental breakfast. 8:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m., Greater Waldorf Jaycees, 3092 Crain Hwy. Family caregivers, $25; professionals, $35. 301-934-5856 or 800-331-7299.
CHARLES COUNTY ANTIQUE ARTS SOCIETY MEETING, presentation by National Park Service ranger Jason Martz on Abraham Lincoln and the Gettysburg Address. Table available for sale items. Visitors welcome. 9:30 a.m., Charles County Department of Social Services, 200 Kent Ave., La Plata. Free. 301-579-6390.
AUDUBON SOCIETY, monthly meeting of Southern Maryland chapter, with Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary director Chris Swarth talking about "Waterbird Ecology of the Patuxent River." 7:30 p.m., Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Sanctuary, 2880 Grays Rd., Battle Creek. Free. 410-535-5327.
-- Compiled by BONNIE SMITH
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