Thursday, November 13, 2008
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://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 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://www.oacaforowings.com.
Friday 14HOLIDAY 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 15PRINCE 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://www.calvertag.com.
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.
BASKET BINGO, to benefit Seventh District Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary. No children permitted without ticket and accompanied by an adult. 5 p.m., Seventh District Fire Department, 21530 Coltons Point Rd., Avenue. $15 admission; $5 additional games; $1 specials. 301-769-2654 or 301-769-2614.
Sunday 16BASKET BINGO, more than 25 Longaberger baskets as prizes. Refreshments available. 1 p.m., St Mary's Newport Catholic Church, 11555 Saint Mary's Church Rd., Charlotte Hall. $20 per person. 301-934-8825.
VERA BRADLEY BINGO, presented by Unique Sports Academy. All ages welcome. Food available for purchase. 1 p.m., American Legion Post-La Plata, 6330 Crain Hwy., La Plata. $20, includes 20 games; $5, additional packets; $1 each for specials. 301-366-4432.
Monday 17MONDAY 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.
ADULT COMPUTER CLASS, "Introduction to the Internet." Learn terms and basic features, get tips on browsing and evaluating sites. 2-4 p.m., Lexington Park Library, 21677 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park. Free. 301-863-8188.
Tuesday 18ADULT COMPUTER CLASS, "Introduction to the Internet." Learn terms and basic features, get tips on browsing and evaluating sites. 2-4 p.m., Leonardtown Library, 23250 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown. Free. 301-475-2846.
PUBLIC FORUM, on affordable and workforce housing and proposed housing initiatives. Forum will be taped and broadcast on county government channel 95 (for schedule, go to http://www.stmarysmd.com). 6-8 p.m., Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center, 24005 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown. Free. 301-475-4200, Ext. 1340.
BEEKEEPERS DINNER, for Association of Southern Maryland Beekeepers. 7 p.m., Golden Corral Restaurant, 2800 Crain Hwy., Waldorf. Prices vary. 301-884-5230.
Wednesday 19"THE LITTLE MERMAID" AUDITIONS, for community performances Jan. 25-Feb. 3. Prepare a short monologue and song. 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, College of Southern Maryland, 8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata. Free; reservations required. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, or 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828, http://www.csmd.edu/Finearts or bxoffc@csmd.edu.
NAACP MEETING, elections of officers and executive committee at-large members. 7 p.m., Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative, 23365 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown. Free. 301-247-7012.
Thursday 20NATIONAL ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION MEETING, for Calvert County chapter. Calvert Pines Senior Center, 450 W. Dares Beach Rd., Prince Frederick. Free. 410-535-4576.
ADULT COMPUTER CLASS, "Introduction to E-mail." Learn to set up an account and send and receive e-mail. 2-4 p.m., Leonardtown Library, 23250 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown. Free. 301-475-2846.
POETS' CORNER, take eight copies of your poetry to share and discuss with others. 2 p.m. today, Calvert Library Prince Frederick Branch, 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick. Free. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING, for Dunkirk Area Concerned Citizens Association. Board of directors election. 7 p.m., Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, 3170 West Ward Rd. Free. 410-257-3694.
-- Compiled by BONNIE SMITH
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