Cadette Book Artist Badge Workshop at Calvert Library

 

PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

 

 

Contact: Beverly Izzi

Phone: 410-535-1291

 

 

Cadette Book Artist Badge Workshop at Calvert Library

 

Attention all Cadette Girl Scouts: Come explore the art of bookbinding and learn several book artist techniques. You’ll use these new skills to create your own book and complete the requirements for the Book Artist Badge. The Book Artist Badge Workshop will be held on Thursday, February 21, 2013, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

 

To participate, register online at calvert.lib.md.us. Girl Scouts can attend individually or as a troop, but each girl participating must register separately and should be between the ages of 11 and 14.

 

Actual badges will not be available at the workshop, but each participant will receive a signed form confirming her completion of the requirements which she can give to her troop leader.

 

For more information call Linda Buckley at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

 

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Beverly Allyn Izzi

Youth Services Coordinator

 

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291/301-855-1862

bizzi@somd.lib.md.us

 

 

Donation to Calvert Library from Republican Women Leaders of Calvert (press release with photo)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

Caption for photo linked to below (courtesy photo): 

 

Terri Wolfley, Vice-President of Republic Women Leaders of Calvert and Patricia Hofmann, Director of Calvert Library pose in front of a holiday tree with a donation to supplement the library collection.  Each book has a bookplate attributing the donation to the Maryland Federation of Republican Women Literacy Committee and dedicating the book to a County Commissioner.

 

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http://www.flickr.com/photos/calvertlibrary/8288354903/sizes/k/in/photostream/

 

Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Cinema Cafe at Calvert Library Prince Frederick shows Film based on The Time Traveler's Wife (press release)

January 7, 2013

 

Contact:           Robyn Truslow

                        410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862

 

On Wednesday, February 6, 2013, join Calvert Library Prince Frederick as we present a romantic drama based on Audrey Niffenegger’s novel The Time Traveler’s Wife. It is the story of a Chicago librarian who suffers from a rare genetic disorder that causes him to time travel involuntarily. Despite this complication, he tries to build a stable future with the beautiful young woman he loves. Lights go down at 6:00 pm, and the film will be followed by a short discussion ending by 8:30 pm.  Light refreshments and coffee will be served.  For more information, call Robyn Truslow at (410) 535-0291 or (301) 855-1862.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Teddy Bear Camp at Calvert Library (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 2, 2013

 

Do you and your grandchildren ever wonder what goes on after hours at the Library?  Come to Calvert Library Prince Frederick for Teddy Bear Camp Calvert and find out!  Register and drop off a stuffed animal to Teddy Bear Camp Calvert at Calvert Library Prince Frederick, Monday, February 4 through Wednesday, February 6, from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.  Then, on Saturday, February 9, from Noon - 2 p.m., bring a picnic lunch and return to the library to pick up your stuffed animal, watch the overnight exploits of the “campers” on a big screen, read stories, play games, and make s’mores!  For further information contact Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291 or visit the library’s website at:  http://calvert.lib.md.us.

 

 

Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Inspirational Film and Discussion at Calvert Library Jan. 2 (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE           

December 14, 2012           

 

Contact:           Robyn Truslow

                        410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862

 

            Looking for an inspirational start to your new year?  Join Calvert Library Prince Frederick on Wednesday, January 2, 2013, for a motivating and triumphant film about the power of the human spirit, based on Dan Millman’s bestselling book, Way of the Peaceful Warrior.  A gifted young athlete, bound for Olympic gold, has it all: trophies, talent, and all the women he wants. But after a tragic accident, Dan comes to rely on a mysterious stranger, and an elusive young woman, to teach him the secret to overcome incredible odds and tap into new worlds of strength and understanding. This is one that should not be missed.

 

Lights go down at 6:00 pm and the film will be followed by a short discussion ending by 8:30pm.  Light refreshments and coffee will be served.  For more information call Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Calvert Eats Local revisits Barbara Kingsolver's Animal, Vegetable, Miracle (press release)

December 3, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:  Robyn Truslow 410-535-0291

 

When Barbara Kingsolver wrote Animal, Vegetable, Miracle (published in 2007), she helped to build the buy-local food movement across the country. A respected and popular fiction writer, Kingsolver moved with her family to rural Virginia and she and her family spent a year trying to only eat locally-sourced food. She documented those experiences in Animal, Vegetable, Miracle which became a national best seller. Greg Bowen will lead a discussion on the book on Monday, December 17 at 6:30 p.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

 

In December of 2007, Bowen led a discussion of this book a few weeks before the library hosted the Smithsonian traveling exhibit, “Key Ingredients:  America by Food,” both to build excitement about the coming exhibit and to see what sort of interest there was in Calvert for the locavore movement.  A huge turnout for the book discussion led to the formation of Calvert Eats Local, a grassroots organization that meets monthly at Calvert Library. The group shows films, brings in speakers (including immensely popular Joe Salatin), and once a quarter, the members enjoy an amazing potluck.  In addition to the obvious advantage of enjoying fresher, healthier and more delicious food, eating locally supports our local farmers and builds the local economy. 

 

To revisit their roots and to see who else is out there who hasn’t joined the fold yet, the group decided to consider this Kingsolver book again.  According to Bowen, “The book is incredible. We can definitely get more out of talking about it now that we have done so much more ourselves towards eating mostly locally-sourced food.  Plus, Kingsolver is a master.  Her ideas are inspiring and her language is stunning.”  All are welcome at the discussion, even if you haven’t read the book.  Be inspired and learned something about this huge movement.  For more information, call Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Murder Mystery Event for Teens at Calvert Library

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

November 21, 2012                                                                                                                           

Contact: Beverly Izzi

               410-535-0291

 

 

South Side Sinners - A Prohibition Era Murder Mystery

 

Midnight in a dark alleyway… music from the local venue has faded away and you stumble upon... a dead mobster! Join Calvert Library Prince Frederick and the TACOS as we discover whodunit in Prohibition Era Chicago. Costumes are encouraged! Light refreshments provided. This TEEN program is on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 and runs from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Registration is requested and can be done on our website at www.calvert.lib.md.us

For more information visit us at www.calvert.lib.md.us or call Rachel Hummel at (410) 535-0291 or (301) 855-1862.

 

 

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Beverly Allyn Izzi

Youth Services Coordinator

 

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291/301-855-1862

bizzi@somd.lib.md.us

 

 

Download Library Books to your new ereader Workshop (press release)

December 18, 2012

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

Did you get an ereader for the holidays?  Do you want to save money on ebooks?  Or are you looking for a way to pass time on your commute?  The many advantages of ebooks include the ability to change the print size, the flexibility of downloading from home, and they are automatically returned – which means there are never any overdue charges!  If you are interested in downloading electronic audio books or electronic print books, then our Life Long Learning class, Downloading Books using Overdrive is for you!  

 

Calvert Library is part of a statewide consortium that buys ebooks for Maryland library customers to check out on the ereading device of their preference.    As of today, there are thousands of titles available with multiple copies of each.  If you wonder why there needs to be multiple copies of a digital book, maybe you would be interested in attending the ebook workshop. 

 

The ereader event, Downloading Books using Overdrive, is at Calvert Library, Fairview Branch on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 7pm.  Your friendly librarians will explain how digital rights management works for library ebooks and also tell you how to download those books to your device.  If you would like to attend, please register through the website or by calling 410-257-2101.

 

Getting set up to take advantage of library ebooks does take a little patience the first time but after the initial software is downloaded and your account created, it is even easier than a trip to the library to “pick up” a few books.  Attendees will be walked through the entire process of downloading the software, creating an Adobe Digital Editions account and then checking out an ebook and loading it on an ereader or smartphone.  If you have one, feel free to bring your e-reader, laptop, tablet or smartphone and your library card for hands-on practice. 

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Calvert Library Cinema Cafe showing film based on "Flipped" (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE           

November 12, 2012    

 

Contact:           Robyn Truslow

                        410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862

 

            On Wednesday, December 5, 2012, join Calvert Library Prince Frederick as we present a coming-of-age romantic comedy, based on Wendelin Van Draanen’s book, Flipped.  The movie is full of quirky characters and an amusing series of misunderstandings and missed opportunities, but also tackles larger questions about character, environmental awareness, and class.

 

Lights go down at 6:00 pm and the film will be followed by a short discussion ending by 8:30pm.  Light refreshments and coffee will be served.  For more information call Robyn Truslow at (410) 535-0291 or (301) 855-1862.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

(Press release) Fracking Conversation Next Topic in Civil Discourse Series at Calvert Library

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

Questions about “fracking?”  Is natural gas hydraulic fracturing the answer to energy independence and job growth or environmental nightmare?  Calvert Library Prince Frederick is hosting a conversation about this controversial process of harvesting natural gas on Tuesday, November 13 at 7pm.  The conversation will be kicked off by participants with various viewpoints and then opened to the audience to share their concerns, questions and thoughts about the process and impact for Southern Maryland.

 

Guests that have already RSVP’d include Emily Wurth, a Food & Water Watch representative; Delegate Shane Robinson, a representative pushing for a formal ban on “fracking” in Maryland; Douglas Duncan, a scientist with the US Geological Survey; and Steve Everly, a spokesman from the Energy In Depth campaign launched by the Independent Petroleum Association of America which is focused on public education “about the promise and potential of responsibly developing American’s onshore energy resource base.” 

 

This conversation is part of Calvert Library’s Civil Discourse series which has been going on for several years as a partnership with the Calvert County Community Mediation Center, All Saints Episcopal Church, Trinity United Methodist Church, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Southern Maryland, and other active engaged citizens interested in discussing and learning more about controversial topics that impact our community.  This conversation has further collaboration from Patuxent Riverkeeper, St. Mary’s Watershed Association and the Tidewater Land Trust.

 

For more information, call the Calvert Library Prince Frederick at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 or check the website at calvert.lib.md.us. 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Pub Quiz at Calvert Library (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

For one night only, the library won’t help you find the answers.  But that won’t stop us from asking plenty of tough questions!  The Friends of Calvert Library are sponsoring their second Pub Quiz Night as a fundraiser on Friday, November 16.  The Calvert Library Prince Frederick doors open at 6:30pm and the quiz begins promptly at 7pm.  The Quizmaster is JR Mathers and he is firmly in the camp of “Rule #1.  The Quizmaster is always right!”  You must have a picture ID verifying that you are 21 or older to enter.  Teams of up to six people can be added to the waiting list through the Calvert Library online calendar at calvert.lib.md.us. You must come to any Calvert Library location to pay in order for the team to be accepted as a competing team, so participation is based on a first-paid, first-served basis.  The fee is $60 per team or $75 at the door if there is still space available.  The winning team will receive $300.  There is only space for 16 teams and 20 spectators.  Eight teams have registered already.  It should be a fun night and spectators 21 and older can also purchase their space ahead of time for $5.  There will be free snacks, a cash bar and donations are welcome.  There are lots of rules, some may even be made up on the spot(!), and the format is detailed on the Calvert Library website (calvert.lib.md.us).  For more information, call Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch offers ereader workshop (press release)

November 12, 2012

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

Do you want to save money on ebooks?  Or are you looking for a way to pass time on your commute?  The many advantages of ebooks include the ability to change the print size, the flexibility of downloading from home, and that they are automatically returned – which means there are never any overdue charges!  If you are interested in downloading electronic audio books or electronic print books then our Life Long Learning class, Downloading Books using Overdrive is for you!  

 

Calvert Library is part of a statewide consortium that buys ebooks for Maryland library customers to check out on the ereading device of your preference.    As of today, there are thousands of titles available with multiple copies of each.  If you wonder why there needs to be multiple copies of a digital book, maybe you would be interested in attending the ebook workshop. 

 

The ereader event, Downloading Books using Overdrive, is at Calvert Library, Twin Beaches Branch on Tuesday, December 11 at 7pm.  Your friendly librarians will explain how digital rights management works for library ebooks and also tell you how to download those books to your device.  If you would like to attend, please register through the website or by calling 410-535-091 or 301-855-1862.

 

Getting set up to take advantage of library ebooks does take a little patience the first time but after the initial software is downloaded and your account created, it is even easier than a trip to the library to “pick up” a few books.  Attendees will be walked through the entire process of downloading the software, creating an Adobe Digital Editions account and then checking out an ebook and loading it on an ereader or smartphone.  If you have one, feel free to bring your e-reader, laptop, tablet or smartphone and your library card for hands-on practice. 

 

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Saving with Coupons and More at Calvert Library (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

Have you noticed that Calvert Library has regular workshops and events for your enrichment and lifelong learning pleasure?  The library goings-on for just a week include dozens of opportunities.  A few of the upcoming ones include a Saving With Coupons workshop on Wednesday, October 24; Halloween Open Mic on Thursday, October 25; a Wii Gaming Tournament on Saturday, October 27;  a presentation of the Statewide Ballot Questions with the League of Women Voters on Monday, October 29; a popular movie showing based on Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins on Tuesday, October 30; and a Retire Gracefully: Financial Planning workshop on Thursday, November 1 featuring Lyn Striegel. 

 

The coupon workshop will be run by local coupon celebrity Kimberly Pepper-Hoctor, “The Girl Who Loves Coupons.”  Get ready to unleash a new set of money-saving tools to turn your shopping woes around.   Kimberly is a 30-year coupon veteran who has been featured in The Washington Post, The Enterprise, County Times, Calvert Gazette, SMNewsNet, FM News New York, WHUR-AM, and many other international news, radio and TV programs for her couponing skills and classes.  A military spouse who has taught hundreds of military and civilian families for the past seven years, it was Kimberly's community work that gained her recognition in 2009 as one of 10 top military spouses by The Flagship Newspaper and WVEC-TV.

 

Kimberly now spends time teaching others throughout Maryland & DC how to coupon and runs a local Facebook forum called thegirllovescoupons.  Come learn her coupon clipping secrets and bring some fun to your finances!  The workshop begins at 7:00pm at Calvert Library Prince Frederick. 

 

Then the next night is a great opportunity to howl at the Halloween Open Mic.  There are still a few slots left for performers and plenty of space for those who want to enjoy the show which begins at 7pm.  Costumes are welcome!  Call the Calvert Library Prince Frederick at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 or take a look at the library website, calvert.lib.md.us, for details on other great upcoming events. 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Basic Photography Workshop at Calvert Library (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 30, 2012

Contact: Sarah Avant

410-535-0291

 

Basic Photography Workshop at Calvert Library

 

Whether your camera is old or new, simple or advanced, the way it captures a photograph remains the same. The simplest point-and-shoot models and fancy DSLR cameras all follow the same basic rules. Understanding those basics and combining them with simple, easy to remember tips and techniques is the first step toward capturing more emotional, powerful, and creative photos.

 

Calvert Library and Calvert Photography Club invite you to a free Photography Basics class taught by local photographer Jeff Smallwood, Nov. 26, 2012 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

 

Topics covered in this class include:

 

• An introduction to the basic features of a camera

• How to use your camera options to achieve different results

• Top tips and techniques for taking creative and powerful shots

• Basic rules of composition and lighting

• Common mistakes and how to avoid them

 

Bringing your camera to class is not required, but may be helpful for those that want to review their camera features during the class.

 

Jeff Smallwood is a local photographer and nature enthusiast. He is experienced in a wide range of styles and techniques, including black & white, portraits, landscapes, and seascapes. His favorite subjects include the natural and varied beauty of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Smallwood has a strong background in the digital and scientific sides of photography as well as the traditional photographic arts. He is currently serving as Vice President of the Calvert Photography Club and has lived in Calvert County for almost 18 years. He can be found online at www.jeffsmallwood.com

 

The Calvert Photography Club was formed to bring together folks that are interested in photography with the desire to become better photographers. The club promotes the interests of photographers with the goal of helping members produce better photographs, as well as to educate, encourage, and expand the photographic knowledge and capabilities of our members. Club members meet monthly and sponsor photo trips and monthly photo assignments throughout the year. Learn more about the club by visiting them online at www.calvertphotographyclub.com

 

Calvert Library and Calvert Photography Club are working together to help you capture beautiful memories this holiday season.  Registration for this event is encouraged. Sign up online at calvert.lib.md.us or call 301-855-1862 or 410-535-0291.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Intergenerational Veteran's History Event (press release)

October 10, 2012

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

What was it like to be a U.S. service member during World War II? Korea?  Vietnam?  Afghanistan?  Or anywhere else in the world?  Do you know U.S. veterans who have stories to tell about their military experiences? 

 

All are invited to Calvert Library Prince Frederick on Saturday, November 10, 2012 from 10am-3pm as we honor our local veterans and hear their personal stories.  Teens and others are encouraged to bring their favorite veterans to Meeting Room 3 to share their personal experiences, pictures, and documents and prepare their stories to submit to the Library of Congress’ Veterans History Project.  At the same time a showcase of pre-recorded interviews of local veterans produced by Jake Ottenwaelder for an Eagle Scout project will continuously play in Meeting Rooms 1 & 2.  Refreshments will be provided.

 

Calvert Library Director Patricia Hofmann said of the event, “We really wanted to offer more opportunities for cross-generational interaction in our events this year so when Leslie [Bonner] suggested this partnership with an Eagle Scout project, I thought it was perfect.”  Librarian and former Scout Leader Leslie Bonner has done several projects through the library to support Scouting including a recent event at which Boy Scouts could complete the entire American Heritage Merit Badge.  Bonner said, “I had lots of help from the community in making that intense event work but we had 77 boys complete a merit badge with a little homework and a couple hours at the library.”  Public Relations Coordinator Robyn Truslow described the event as “Speed-networking for Boy Scouts.  Leslie had coordinated veterans to interview, Kirsti Uunila to talk about the National Register of Historic Places, Guffrie Smith to portray Frederick Douglass, Fred Dellinger as Abraham Lincoln, Van Ireland to talk about family history, Leila Boyer to talk about heritage career opportunities, docents to give tours of the Lincoln exhibit and more.  A truly amazing event made successful because of dedicated library partners and advocates.” 

 

That and previous Scout partnerships led to the “Hear Our Veterans’ Voices” event showcasing Eagle Scout Ottenwaelder’s project and making the Library of Congress Veteran’s History Project accessible to other young people and veterans.  Keep an eye out for other intergenerational events hosted by Calvert Library!

 

For more information, call the Calvert Library Prince Frederick at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 or check the website at calvert.lib.md.us.  To find out more about The Library of Congress Veterans History Project visit their website at http://www.loc.gov/vets/kit.html.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Eye of the Storm Productions performs Readers Theater of The Cellist of Sarajevo (photo and caption)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

October 10, 2012

 

Have you read The Cellist of Sarajevo by Steven Galloway yet?   You know that the whole state is reading it as the One Maryland One Book title this year, right?  Well, if you just don’t have time to read it or you aren’t a reader, you can still be part of the conversation.  On Tuesday, October 16, Huntingtown High School’s Eye of the Storm Productions will be performing a full-length Readers’ Theater at 7pm.  The free show is two hours and covers the book in enough detail that you will feel like you have read it.  The performance uses a script adapted from the book by Keith Shaffer and is staged by Derek Anderson with 30 students involved in this intensely dramatic production.

 

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November Cinema Cafe at Calvert Library (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Contact:           Robyn Truslow

                        410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862

 

On Wednesday, November 7, 2012, Calvert Library Prince Frederick will present a historical drama based on John Boyne’s novel The Boy in the Striped Pajamas. The powerful film portrays the Holocaust through the eyes of Bruno, the eight-year-old son of a Nazi commander at Auschwitz, who strikes up a friendship with a Jewish boy through the fence of the camp where everyone wears striped pajamas. Lights go down at 6:00 pm, and the film will be followed by a short discussion ending by 8:30 pm.  Light refreshments and coffee will be served.  For more information, call Robyn Truslow at (410) 535-0291 or (301) 855-1862.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Author at Huntingtown High School on Tuesday, October 2 (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 20, 2012

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

You have undoubtedly heard about One Maryland One Book, the project of the Maryland Humanities Council whereby the whole of Maryland is encouraged to read and discuss the same book. This year’s book is The Cellist of Sarajevo by Steven Galloway and in addition to many copies at the library, there are “wandering” copies floating around the county with messages encouraging you to pick it up, read it, review it online and be entered to win a an iPod Touch.

 

Calvert County has really embraced this project.  Private discussion groups are using this book as their book of the month, a number of teachers are assigning the book for their students to read and discuss, and of course, Calvert Library is offering many options to engage with the book and really fill out the conversation.  Calvert Library will be hosting the author, Steven Galloway, at Huntingtown High School on Tuesday, October 2 at 7:00pm.  The event is free and open to the public and will include a live cello performance by Zack Branch as well as a teaser for the full production of a Readers’ Theater to be performed by Eye of the Storm Productions (Huntingtown High’s very talented theater group).  The full script will be read at an event open to the public on Tuesday, October 16 at Huntingtown High School.  Zack Branch has composed solo cello versions of the piece featured in the book, Albinoni’s Adagio and communities across the state will be using his recording, made with support from Garrett Music Academy, Caroline County and Maryland Humanities Council, with their Readers’ Theater presentations.

 

Be sure to check Calvert Library’s full calendar to see all the book discussions being offered.  The first one was already held at Twin Beaches branch with 25 in attendance.  Calvert Library Prince Frederick will also host a showing of the film Welcome to Sarajevo, set in war-torn 1992 Sarajevo and based on Michael Nicholson’s non-fiction book Natasha’s Story about the orphaned children in Bosnia-Herzegovina and the child that he adopted from there.  The film will be shown on Wednesday, October 10 at 6pm.  The next evening, Civil Discourse team at Calvert Library Prince Frederick will host a discussion based on The Cellist of Sarajevo titled “Courage and Unity During Times of War.”  That discussion will be begin at 7pm.  For more information, call Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

(press release) Calvert Library Approved Charity for Combined Federal Campaign

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 25, 2012

Contact: Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

It is the time of year when all federal employees are encouraged to give back to their communities via the Combined Federal Campaign.  Calvert Library Foundation has just been added as an approved CFC charity and according to Foundation President Kip AtLee, the timing is perfect. “We are working to raise the funds to provide shelving and furniture for the renovated space that will be the new Southern Branch so being included in the CFC will make it easy for people to contribute.”   Between the bases and Calvert’s proximity the DC-area, there are many federal employees who are advocates of Calvert Library and will be happy to select them to receive their CFC donation.   Library Foundation co-treasurer Emily Gilcrest also happens to be a federal employee and she says, “Obviously I love the library.  My most recent library discovery is that audio books can actually make my commute into the city ‘time-well-spent.’  I am more than happy to have another easy way to support the library I’ve loved since I was a child.”  Ever the fundraiser, Gilcrest adds with a smile, “In case anyone else needs to know, the CFC number for the Calvert Library Foundation is 53532.”

 

AtLee points out that “the Foundation will take donations from non-federal employees as well.  We are doing very well in our campaign for Southern but we haven’t reached our goal yet and we will soon need those funds. ” According to Patti AtLee, also a Foundation member and yes, married to Kip, “You can even donate online with Paypal through the Foundation website at http://calvertlibraryfoundation.com.”  On the website, you can see that their goal for this capital campaign is $200,000 and there are many ways to make your mark on the library with your donation.  Donors can sponsor areas of the library and have a recognition plaque posted, a great way to be a model for supporting one’s community.  Foundation member, former Library Trustee and current volunteer Martha Grahame has sponsored the Staff Office area.  When asked why she chose that particular area, Grahame responded, “I spend a lot of time with the staff and I know how hard they work.  We talk about how librarians are like ducks…so serene and floating along out in the public area making it all look so easy while underneath (or in the work area) their feet are churning away!  I wanted the staff to know that I appreciate them.” 

 

If you want to know what areas are still available to sponsor, stop by any of the library locations for an updated list or call Library Director Patricia Hofmann at 410-535-0291. 

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Gaming Tournaments at Calvert Library (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291 

Calvert Library has some exciting events for gamers coming soon. The fun begins on Saturday, October 27 at 1:00pm with a Smash Bros. Brawl pre-qualifier where winners will move on to compete in the National Online Tournament representing Calvert Library. Saturday, November 3, 2012 is International Games Day and we will hold our annual MarioKart tournament for ages 6-12 at 10:00am followed by the National Smash Finals at 1:00pm. Come to play or come to root for Calvert Library. Just come! Valuable Play-N-Trade gift cards from owner of the Lusby store, Kevin Chronister, will be awarded to the top three players in each tournament.  If Calvert Library wins the International Tournament, Chronister promises a prize as well. 

Bring your own controller if you like and costumes are welcome. This tournament is sponsored by Friends of Calvert Library and prizes are provided by Lusby Play-N-Trade. Smash Bros. Brawl is a rated Teen game. Participants under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend and give permission for their participation. Find rules and registration info on our website at calv.lib.md.us.

Why are we gaming at the library?  Well, not only is it fun, but gaming is a form of informational literacy.  According to ilovelibraries.org, gaming is an opportunity for kids to manage several resources at once, develop strategies, predict outcomes, adapt to changes, track statistics and more!   Gaming in the library also provides an opportunity for kids to interact with other kids from the community and for families to play together. 

For more information, call the Calvert Library Prince Frederick at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. 

Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Freedmen's Bureau Records Workshop at Calvert Library Prince Frederick (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 19, 2012

 

The Freedmen’s Bureau records are the richest and most extensive source of post-Civil War and Reconstruction eras’ genealogical information for African Americans.  Nearly four million slaves were emancipated during the Civil War and the Bureau of Refugees, Freedmen and Abandoned Lands was formed in 1865 to provide assistance.  That assistance consisted of educational activities, legal assistance, issuance of rations, clothing, and medicine as well as settling freedmen on confiscated and abandoned lands.  Documents available include local censuses, marriage records, educational records and medical records and include full names plus former masters and plantations.  Learn how to mine these records for your family history at a Calvert Library Prince Frederick workshop on Saturday, October 13 at 10am.  National Archives African American Genealogy Subject Specialist Reginald Washington will present.   Registration is recommended.

 

Washington lectures frequently on NARA's holdings relating to African American genealogy; and over the past 12 years has spoken at the conferences of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, the National Genealogical Society, the Federation of Genealogical Societies, the National Institute on Genealogical Research, the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research, and numerous local genealogy societies and clubs. His articles have appeared in several genealogical journals and magazines, including Prologue, Ancestry, and the Bulletin Negro History Bulletin. He served for more than five years as a member of the Editorial Advisory Board of the National Quarterly Genealogical Quarterly. Before joining the staff of NWCC1 in 1990, Reginald served as a reference archivist in the Center for Legislative Archives (NWL), where he provided expert research service on the records of the committees of Congress. Prior to joining NWL, Reginald worked as an archives technician in the Records Declassification Division at Suitland, Maryland. Reginald began his career at NARA as a National Archives volunteer. In October 2000, Reginald gave congressional testimony in support of The Freedmen's Bureau Preservation Act of 2000. This act authorized $ 3 million for the preservation of more than 1,000 linear feet of field office records of the Freedmen's Bureau. The Freedmen's Preservation Project involved staff from a number of NARA units, and included volunteers, students, archivists, archives specialists, archives technicians, conservators, editors, five and microfilm camera operators. This five-year year initiative, completed in Fall 2006, resulted in the reproduction of more than one million images of Freedmen's Bureau field office records on more than a thousand rolls of microfilm. The Genealogical Society of Utah has started a project to digitize and index the microfilmed records. The records will eventually be placed on the Internet.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Downton Abbey on the Big Screen at Calvert Library (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE           

 

August 30, 2012

 

Contact:           Robyn Truslow

                        410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862

 

Downton Abbey on the Big Screen at Calvert Library

 

Calvert Library Prince Frederick is hosting popular PBS series Downton Abbey on their big screen and inviting anyone interested to come start with Season One.  They are also encouraging you to bring your knitting with you.  The series begins on Tuesday, September 18, at 5:00pm and will continue the third Tuesday of each month until there is no longer a solid audience for it. 

 

The newish building for Calvert Library Prince Frederick has always been a gathering place and many of the events hosted there aim to provide opportunities for those with similar interests a chance to meet like-minded people.  Many crafting groups have found the library welcoming to their hobby.  Perhaps that’s because library director Patricia Hofmann happens to be a knitter.  This diversion has prompted her to offer to hostess a series where knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, needlepoint or whatever your chosen busy-work is welcomed.  “Gardening season is almost over so now I can start to work on my knitting projects.  I love to get more than one thing accomplished at a time and I’ve heard that I MUST watch Downton Abbey… so this series was born.  We start at 5pm so we can eat dinner while knitting, enjoying nice company, watching a great show and still be able to get to any evening meeting or events that start at 7pm.” Hofmann has sometimes been described as a multi-tasker.  Robyn Truslow, Public Relations Coordinator says that the “other” reason the library chose a 5pm start was that the library likes “to have a variety of events that are accessible to various people and a number of folks have told us that they don’t like to drive at night.  This series is for them!”

 

For more information, call Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Calvert Conversations at Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

Calvert Conversations, an informal discussion of local history, will begin again at Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch on September 13, 10-11 am.  The topic of discussion at the first gathering will be “Oystering on the Bay”.  The setting is perfect, overlooking an historic harbor on the bay.  Branch Manager Joan Kilmon will lead the “conversations” that take place the second Thursday of each month:  September 13, October 11, November 8, December 13, January 10, February 14, March 14, April 11, May 9.

 

New-timers and old-timers gather together to ask questions, get answers, all the while enjoying a cup of coffee or tea and meeting other folks who want to know more about where they live.  Join in the discussion!  For more information, call the Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch at 410-257-2411 or check the website at calvert.lib.md.us. 

 

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Calendar Listing:

 

Calvert Conversations

Thursday, September 13: 10:00-11:00am

Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 410-257-2411

A friendly discussion of local history of interest to long-time residents and new. Complimentary coffee and tea. Come, relax in our living room, and share or learn something new!  

 

 

 

Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Friends of Calvert Library Annual meeting and Book Sale (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE           

 

August 20, 2012

 

Contact:           Robyn Truslow

                        410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862

 

Friends of Calvert Library Annual Meeting and Super Sidewalk Sale

 

Each year Friends of Calvert Library host an annual meeting to elect officers and conduct other official business.  This year they have a special treat in store.  Attendees will participate in the brief meeting complete with refreshments and then there will be a tour of the library to include the behind-the-scenes component.  Additionally, the Friends will make a donation to the Calvert Library Foundation so that a brick will be placed in one attendee’s honor on the library patio of engraved bricks.  This event is scheduled for Wednesday, September 12 at 7pm at Calvert Library Prince Frederick. 

 

And by popular demand, Friends of Calvert Library will host another September Sidewalk Sale with thousands of used books, videos, music and more.  Some of these books are so gently used that you cannot tell that someone has loved them before.  These book sales provide funds that support the library with extras like the national-level speakers who presented during the Lincoln exhibition, books for children’s book discussions, supplies for the children’s events, prizes for Summer Reading, pizza at teen events, appreciation luncheon for library volunteers, snacks for the Teen Advisory Program and more. 

 

Help us spin gold out of this lovely stock by coming to the Friends of Calvert Library Super Sidewalk Used Book Sale on Saturday, September 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way).  Buy from the fantastic selection of gently used books – fiction, non-fiction and videos. Great opportunity for early holiday bargain shopping!  For more information, call Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291.

 

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Calendar Listings:

 

Friends of Calvert Library Annual Meeting

Wednesday, Sept. 12, 7pm-8pm

Calvert Library Prince Frederick, MD

Join us for refreshments and a tour of the library, including non-public behind the scenes areas, plus win an engraved brick in your honor. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

 

Friends of the Library Gently Used Book Sale

Saturday, September 15, 9:00am-3:00pm

Calvert Library Prince Frederick, MD

Great selection of used books, videos, and music at low prices. Sidewalk sale, weather permitting.  Inside in case of inclement weather.  Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

 

 

 

Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!

 

Free Concert on 9/11 at Calvert Library (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE           

 

August 17, 2012

 

Contact:           Robyn Truslow

                        410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862

 

Calvert Library appreciates you!  In honor of our many wonderful customers, Calvert Library is hosting a special musical performance for Customer Appreciation Day.  On Tuesday, September 11, 2012 from 7:00-8:30 pm, swing by Calvert Library Prince Frederick to enjoy a free concert, “The Heart of the Nation: A Musical Tribute to 9/11.”

 

As the popular GrooveSpan Duo, vocalist Jennifer Cooper and guitarist Carl Reichelt will give a poignant and captivating performance commemorating the resilience, camaraderie and patriotism of our nation.  Inspired by the unforgettable events of 9/11, the popular pair will share selections from the musical roots of our nation, including jazz, blues, and special arrangements of patriotic songs.

 

GrooveSpan Duo is a talented and versatile band that performs a myriad of genres with incredible skill, style, artistry and a deep passion for making music. They perform most frequently in Southern Maryland and receive consistent praise for the depth, skill, and variety that they pour into each of their performances.  For more information about the band, check them out online at http://go-diva.webs.com or like them on Facebook.  CDs will be available for sale and signing.

 

For additional information, please call Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

Phone 410-535-0291

Fax 410-535-3022

rtruslow@somd.lib.md.us

Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!