Southern Maryland Community Events Nov. 6-13, 2008

Thursday, November 6, 2008

Thursday 6

CALVERT LIBRARY STORY TIMES, all branches of the Calvert Library system offer 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. 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.

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 on Thursdays for ages 2 months to 5 years. Call branches for times and information. 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. Free.

BASKET BINGO, proceeds benefit Patuxent Habitat for Humanity. Food available for purchase. 6 p.m., Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department, 22733 Lawrence Ave., Leonardtown. $20, includes 20 games. 301-863-6227.

SOLID WASTE TASK FORCE REPORT, on recycling and trash collection changes, a presentation to Charles County commissioners. 6 p.m., Charles County Government Building, 200 Baltimore St., La Plata. Free. 301-274-9504.

Saturday 8

CRAFT SHOW, hosted by St. John Vianney Catholic Church. More than 60 crafters and 20 home party vendors. Free parking. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. John Vianney Catholic Family Life Center, 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick. Free. 410-586-8290.

COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER, for St. Leonard resident Shannon Pearson, who was injured in a car accident. During craft fair, buy T-shirts, candles and tickets for Club BADD. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. John Vianney Catholic Family Life Center, 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick. Prices vary. 410-586-8290. PRINCE 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, through Nov. 22, Prince Frederick Shopping Center, Route 4. Free. 443-532-7479 or http://www.calvertag.com.

WALDORF FARMERS MARKET, producer-only market sells fresh honey, flowers, fruits, vegetables and more. 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays, 4-7 p.m. Wednesdays, through Nov. 26, Waldorf Festival Center, routes 301 and 228. 301-934-8571.

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR, hosted by Huntingtown High School cheerleaders. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Huntingtown High School, 4125 North Solomons Island Rd. Table rental, $25 each. 410-414-7036, 301-855-9031 or cascierol@calvertnet.k12.md.us.

DECORATIVE PAINTERS MEETING, Southern Maryland chapter, Society of Decorative Painters. Previous painting experience necessary. 9:30 a.m., Charlotte Hall Library, 37600 New Market Rd., Charlotte Hall. Free. 240-210-8332, 301-843-3345, 410-326-2576 or http://www.smdpaint.org.

VETERANS HOME OPEN HOUSE, information for seniors, their families and health-care professionals. Tours and demonstrations of services offered, entertainment and light refreshments. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, 29449 Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall. Free. 301-884-8171.

BULL AND OYSTER ROAST, sponsored by American Legion Post 274. All-you-can-eat with all the fixings. 2-6 p.m., American Legion Post 274, 11820 H.G. Trueman Rd., Lusby. Members and seniors, $20; others, $30. 410-326-3274.

TURKEY DINNER, with all the trimmings. Carryout and delivery (within a limited area) available. 3-7 p.m., Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 1250 Emmanuel Church Rd., Huntingtown. Adults, $12; children 12 and younger, $6; children 4 and younger, free. 410-535-3177.

APPRECIATION BANQUET, presented by Point of Change Jail and Street Ministries with Chaplain John A. Lewis and Yvonne Medley. 5-7:30 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, 1200 Charles St., La Plata. $30 a person. 301-609-5917.

Sunday 9

ANTIQUES SHOW AND SALE, sponsored by Leonard Hall Junior Naval Academy. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Leonard Hall Junior Naval Academy, 41740 Baldridge St., Leonardtown. $5. 301-475-8029.

RABIES CLINIC, sponsored by Second Hope Rescue, held at office of veterinarian Candace Guyther. 1-3 p.m., Bear Creek Shopping Center, 21030 Point Lookout Rd., Callaway. Rabies shots, $7 (free for pet owners 65 and older); feline distemper shots, $10 ($5 for owners 65 and older). 240-925-0628.

Monday 10

MONDAY 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.

BOOK DISCUSSION,"Mornings on Horseback" by David McCullough, on the young Theodore Roosevelt. 6 pm, Lexington Park Library, 21677 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park. Free. 301-863-8188.

Tuesday 11

HOOKS AND BOOKS, work on knitting, crocheting, scrapbooks, quilting or sewing while talking about crafts and books. 7 p.m. Tuesday, Calvert Library Prince Frederick Branch, 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick. Free. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Wednesday 12

CREATIVE 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.

Thursday 13

ST. MARY'S AMERICAN ANTIQUE ARTS ASSOCIATION MEETING, presentation by Christina Barbour of St. Clement's Island Museum on "St. Clement's Island: Small Island, Big History." 10 a.m., Leonardtown Library, 23250 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown. Free. 301-475-9258.

TEEN ADVISORY GROUP MEETING, play video games, plan teen programs and discuss books. 5 p.m., Charlotte Hall Library, 37600 New Market Rd., Charlotte Hall; 5:30 p.m., Leonardtown Library, 23250 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown. 301-475-2846, Ext. 1004, or 301-884-2211, Ext. 1004.

CHARLES COUNTY COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MEETING, workshop presentation, "Companions for the Journey: Hospice Care in Charles County," by development hospice representative Colleen Wilson. 6:30 p.m., Charles County Government Building, 200 Baltimore St., La Plata. Free. 301-392-1010.

POTOMAC RIVER ASSOCIATION MEETING,"Menhaden vs. Oysters: Battle of the Bay Filters," a talk by environmentalists Bill Bartlett and Richard Pelz. 6:30 p.m., Lexington Park Library, 21677 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park. Free. 301-373-2551 or dlindsley@verizon.net.

OWINGS COMMUNITY MEETING, Terry Shannon, director of finance and budget for Calvert County, will speak about the current economic climate and its impact on Owings and Calvert County. 7 p.m., Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Route 4 and Chaneyville Road. Free. 410-257-2101 or http://www.oacaforowings.com.

-- Compiled by BONNIE SMITH

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