Southern Maryland Community Events Nov. 13-20, 2008
Southern Maryland Community Events Nov. 13-20, 2008
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Thursday 13
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 the 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:/
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 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. Thursdays. Free.
ST. MARY'S AMERICAN ANTIQUE ARTS ASSOCIATION MEETING, presentation by Christina Barbour of St. Clement's Island Museum on "St. Clement's Islan: Small Island, Big History." 10 a.m., Leonardtown Library, 23250 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown. Free. 301-475-9258.
CHARLES COUNTY COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MEETING, workshop presentation, "Companions for the Journey: Hospice Care in Charles County," by 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 environmentalist 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, finance and budget director 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:/
Friday 14
HOLIDAY BAZAAR, hosted by the auxiliary of St. Mary's Hospital. Handmade items, quilts, holiday items and more. Proceeds benefit the auxiliary. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., St. Mary's Hospital, 25500 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown. 301-475-6153. 301-475-8981.
AUCTION, sponsored by the Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary. Chicken dinner and refreshments available for purchase. 6 p.m. (doors open, 4 p.m.), Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department, 28165 Hills Club Rd. Admission, free. 301-884-3810.
Saturday 15
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, Prince Frederick Shopping Center, Route 4. Free. 443-532-7479 or http:/
WALDORF FARMERS MARKET, 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.
