Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch Celebrates their First Birthday

 

 

Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch Celebrates their First Birthday 

April 2, 2025 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
Contact: Robyn Truslow 
410-535-0291 

Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch is celebrating their first birthday the whole month of April!  They are hosting two big authors, the US Secret Service, Live Action Clue for teens and eight different Makerspace events! 

Whether you are high-tech or textile-tactile, you will find a Makerspace event for you… make a button to celebrate the Osprey Festival in North Beach, make some earrings or a wallet, learn about wildlife photography and create Bay-inspired décor with the laser etcher. 

If you'd rather listen and learn, put one of the sessions about Internet Safety on your calendar (Thursday, April 10, 6:30pm for adults or Saturday, April 12, 2pm for kids!), come hear author Michael Kauffman's take on the conspiracy to assassinate Lincoln on the anniversary of his death or learn how to support your loved one with PTSD from expert Dr. Elspeth Cameron Ritchie.  

Dr. Ritchie brings extensive experience in military and veteran mental health issues, with a distinguished 28-year career in the Army and a focus on forensic psychiatry. Her expertise encompasses the psychological challenges faced by service members, veterans and first responders. PTSD can lead to symptoms such as flashbacks, severe anxiety and uncontrollable thoughts about the event, impacting both the individuals and their loved ones. "PTSD Support for Loved Ones," is scheduled for Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 1pm to 2pm.  

Michael Kauffman will present "Finding Something New in an Old Story" on Monday, April 14, 2025 at 6pm. There will be a display of related artifacts at the library for the next two months, as well.  Kauffman's book "American Brutus" used a multidisciplinary approach to studying this history, applying modern criminology, behavioral science, legal reasoning and information technology. It has been praised as a thorough and well-reasoned account of the Lincoln assassination. Kauffman has been described as "legendary" in the field of Lincoln assassination studies and his book was optioned as an HBO miniseries. 

The new Twin Beaches Branch opened on April 16, 2024, and has already seen nearly twice the expected visitors.  According to Branch Manager Melissa Gray, the staff has hosted over 122,000 customers, made over 3,000 new library cards, circulated over 200,000 physical items, had over 10,000 computer uses and presented over 700 programs for more than 17, 000 attendees.  Ms. Gray said, "We knew this new space was needed, but the positive reception from our community has been truly overwhelmingly positive. It's gratifying to see so many community members find their way here and how they have made it their new space." 

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

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Celebration links: https://qrfy.io/p/uVdt3N_jQe  

 

 

Robyn Truslow

She/Her/Hers

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291 or direct # 667-803-0500

410-535-3022 (fax)

CalvertLibrary.info

CORRECTION [press release] PTSD Support for Loved Ones: Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch Hosts Expert Presentation

The link to the event should be: https://calvertlibrary.libnet.info/event/12889172. Full corrected release below

PTSD Support for Loved Ones - Calvert Library Add to Calendar 2025-04-26 13:00:00 2025-04-26 14:00:00 America/New_York PTSD Support for Loved Ones Is your loved one dealing with PTSD and you aren't sure how to best support them or you find yourself wondering how you can support your mental and emotional health and theirs? Hear from Retired Colonel Dr. Elspeth Cameron Ritchie (Army) on how to best deal with these challenges. calvertlibrary.libnet.info

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

PTSD Support for Loved Ones: Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch Hosts Expert Presentation 

 

North Beach, MD – Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch is pleased to announce an upcoming program titled "PTSD Support for Loved Ones," scheduled for Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. The event will feature a presentation by Dr. Elspeth Cameron Ritchie, MD, MPH, a retired U.S. Army Colonel and current Chair of Psychiatry at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. 

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Dr. Ritchie brings extensive experience in military and veteran mental health issues, with a distinguished 28-year career in the Army and a focus on forensic psychiatry. Her expertise encompasses the psychological challenges faced by service members, veterans and first responders. PTSD can lead to symptoms such as flashbacks, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event, impacting both the individuals and their loved ones. 

 

 The "PTSD Support for Loved Ones" program aims to provide families and friends with a deeper understanding of PTSD, offering strategies to support affected individuals effectively. Dr. Ritchie's presentation will cover: 

• Understanding PTSD: An overview of the condition, its symptoms, and its impact on daily life and family life. 
• Support Strategies: Practical advice for family members to assist loved ones in managing PTSD and also taking care of their own mental and emotional health. 
• Resources: Information on local and national support services available to families and individuals dealing with PTSD. 

 

The event will be held at the new Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, located at 4100 5th St, North Beach, MD 20714. 

 

Attendance is free, but registration is encouraged due to limited seating. To register or for more information, please visit the Calvert Library website at PTSD Support for Loved Ones or contact Twin Beaches Branch at 410-257-2411. 

 

This program is part of Calvert Library's ongoing commitment to providing valuable resources and support to the community, addressing critical issues that affect residents' well-being. 

 

Links:  

https://www.guilford.com/author/Elspeth-Cameron-Ritchie?srsltid=AfmBOoo7ibuBNZB3k6xfdpPwTtS88tr82UgZeG3JYgJtRm1duvZfV6qC  

Event: https://calvertlibrary.libnet.info/event/12889172

PTSD Support for Loved Ones - Calvert Library Add to Calendar 2025-04-26 13:00:00 2025-04-26 14:00:00 America/New_York PTSD Support for Loved Ones Is your loved one dealing with PTSD and you aren't sure how to best support them or you find yourself wondering how you can support your mental and emotional health and theirs? Hear from Retired Colonel Dr. Elspeth Cameron Ritchie (Army) on how to best deal with these challenges. calvertlibrary.libnet.info

 

Contact: 

Sally Anderson 

Public Services Librarian, Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch 

Email: sally.anderson@calvertlibrary.info 

Phone: 410-257-2411 

Robyn Truslow

She/Her/Hers

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291 or direct # 667-803-0500

410-535-3022 (fax)

CalvertLibrary.info

[press release] PTSD Support for Loved Ones: Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch Hosts Expert Presentation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

PTSD Support for Loved Ones: Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch Hosts Expert Presentation 

 

North Beach, MD – Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch is pleased to announce an upcoming program titled "PTSD Support for Loved Ones," scheduled for Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. The event will feature a presentation by Dr. Elspeth Cameron Ritchie, MD, MPH, a retired U.S. Army Colonel and current Chair of Psychiatry at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. 

⁠⁠⁠ 

Dr. Ritchie brings extensive experience in military and veteran mental health issues, with a distinguished 28-year career in the Army and a focus on forensic psychiatry. Her expertise encompasses the psychological challenges faced by service members, veterans and first responders. PTSD can lead to symptoms such as flashbacks, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event, impacting both the individuals and their loved ones. 

 

 The "PTSD Support for Loved Ones" program aims to provide families and friends with a deeper understanding of PTSD, offering strategies to support affected individuals effectively. Dr. Ritchie's presentation will cover: 

• Understanding PTSD: An overview of the condition, its symptoms, and its impact on daily life and family life. 
• Support Strategies: Practical advice for family members to assist loved ones in managing PTSD and also taking care of their own mental and emotional health. 
• Resources: Information on local and national support services available to families and individuals dealing with PTSD. 

 

The event will be held at the new Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, located at 4100 5th St, North Beach, MD 20714. 

 

Attendance is free, but registration is encouraged due to limited seating. To register or for more information, please visit the Calvert Library website at PTSD Support for Loved Ones or contact Twin Beaches Branch at 410-257-2411. 

 

This program is part of Calvert Library's ongoing commitment to providing valuable resources and support to the community, addressing critical issues that affect residents' well-being. 

 

Links:  

https://www.guilford.com/author/Elspeth-Cameron-Ritchie?srsltid=AfmBOoo7ibuBNZB3k6xfdpPwTtS88tr82UgZeG3JYgJtRm1duvZfV6qC  

 

Contact: 

Sally Anderson 

Public Services Librarian, Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch 

Email: sally.anderson@calvertlibrary.info 

Phone: 410-257-2411 

Robyn Truslow

She/Her/Hers

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291 or direct # 667-803-0500

410-535-3022 (fax)

CalvertLibrary.info

Calvert Library Invites Community Input for Strategic Planning Process

For Immediate Release

February 19, 2025

Calvert Library Invites Community Input for Strategic Planning Process

Calvert Library is embarking on a strategic planning process to shape its services and programs for the next 3-5 years. As part of this effort, the library is seeking input to ensure it continues to meet the evolving needs of our community.

One opportunity for residents to share their ideas will be at screening of the documentary, Free for All: The Public Library, scheduled for Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 6pm at Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Hosted in partnership with Friends of Calvert Library, Maryland Public Television, and PBS Independent Lens, this special screening offers a chance to see the documentary before its official debut.

Free for All: The Public Library tells the story of the quiet revolutionaries who made a simple idea happen. From the pioneering women behind the “Free Library Movement” to today's librarians who serve the public despite working in a contentious age of closures and book bans, the film highlights the importance of libraries as civic institutions where everything is free, and the doors are open to all.

Following the film, attendees will have the opportunity to provide input on Calvert Library's future plans and learn how to be effective library advocates. In addition to participating in the discussion, you can also provide feedback through this link (https://qrfy.io/r/DBcDko6Alj).

“Community input is vital as we plan for the future,” said Carrie Willson, Executive Director of Calvert Library. “We want to hear from residents about the resources, programs and services that matter most to them. If you prefer direct engagement over a survey, this event is a great way to get involved and have a voice in shaping our library’s future.”

For more information about the strategic planning process, to register for Free for All: The Public Library, or to access the survey, visit https://calvertlibrary.info  or contact Calvert Library at 410-535-0291.

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Robyn Truslow

She/Her/Hers

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291

410-535-3022 (fax)

CalvertLibrary.info

 

MD Libraries Together feature author/attorney Michelle Coles on Feb 27 at Calvert Library Prince Frederick

Maryland Libraries Together to Feature Author and Attorney Michelle Coles

For Immediate Release

Contact: Robyn Truslow, 410-535-0291

 

February 4, 2025 BALTIMORE — Award-winning author and Civil Rights attorney Michelle Coles is set to speak in Calvert County next month as part of a Black History Month celebration organized by Calvert Library and the collaborative Maryland Libraries Together. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on February 27 at Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Space is limited so please register if you plan to attend in person.  It also will be live-streamed.

 

“Public libraries across Maryland are dedicated to providing their communities with programs and events that enrich lives and inspire curiosity,” said Maryland State Librarian Morgan Lehr Miller. “I’m thrilled they have worked together to bring yet another accomplished author to the state to share important stories and perspectives.”

 

Coles wrote the award-winning young-adult book Black Was the Ink. The story features Malcolm, a Black teenager from Washington, D.C. whose mother is worried about his safety and sends him to stay with his father’s family on their farm in Mississippi. The state acquired part of the farm through eminent domain years earlier. Now, the state is threatening to seize the rest of it.

 

In the story, Malcolm ends up getting transported back in time to the Reconstruction Era as his ancestor Cedric, an aide to Senator Hiram Revels, who was one of the first Black members of Congress. Malcolm and readers learn about the Black heroes of the period and how to advocate in the present. The book is an entertaining, inspiring and informative read for teens and adults.

 

“We’re pleased to bring Ms. Coles to Maryland Libraries Together to shine light on a period of history that is too often told without celebrating Black accomplishments,” said Carrie Willson, Executive Director of Calvert Library. “She does a marvelous job of tying our history to our present and we think this is the perfect event to share statewide.”

 

Books will be available for sale and signing at the event. Thanks to publisher Lee & Low, Black Was the Ink will be available for checkout online with no waiting during the month of February through the Maryland Digital Library powered by Overdrive/Libby.

 

The event comes four months after award-winning author Nnedi Okorafor, whose work on the Marvel Black Panther comic book series garnered international acclaim, spoke during a Maryland Libraries Together event at Leonardtown High School. Programming for Maryland Libraries Together is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act administered by the Maryland State Library Agency.

 

Learn more about the Michelle Coles event on February 27, including how to register and view the livestream, by visiting the Maryland Libraries Together information page on the Maryland State Library Agency website. Prince George’s County Memorial Library System is assisting with streaming and technical services. Seating for the in-person event is limited.

 

About the Maryland State Library Agency

The Maryland State Library Agency (MSLA) is an independent agency providing strategic leadership and guidance to Maryland’s public libraries. MSLA promotes the planning and implementation of library programs, supports staff and career development through education and training, and facilitates resource sharing among libraries. MSLA oversees the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled, Maryland’s Public Libraries, the State Library Network, the Public Library Capital Grants Program and the Maryland Deaf Culture Digital Library.

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Robyn Truslow

She/Her/Hers

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291

410-535-3022 (fax)

CalvertLibrary.info

 

Calvert Library Releases Enhanced App for Even More Convenient Library Access

Calvert Library Releases Enhanced App for Even More Convenient Library Access

 

January 16, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Robyn Truslow
410-535-0291

Calvert Library is excited to announce the release of an enhanced version of its popular library app, which was launched during the COVID-19 pandemic to provide safe and convenient services to the community. The upgraded app builds on the original's success, offering a host of powerful new features designed to make accessing library resources easier than ever.

"When we introduced the app during the height of the pandemic, our goal was to ensure people could safely check out books and access library services from their personal devices," said Executive Director Carrie Willson. "This new version also significantly improves customers' experience with finding the library events they love and getting great reading recommendations. It's much more engaging visually and best of all, it enables families to manage everyone's account in one place."

What's New in the Enhanced App:

• Multiple Card Login: Seamlessly manage all your library cards in one app—perfect for families and power users.
• Improved Catalog Search: Discover and reserve materials effortlessly. Place holds, choose pickup locations, pause or cancel holds, and more with an upgraded search experience.
• Integrated Room Booking: Reserve library meeting spaces directly in the app, with the ability to cancel reservations if plans change.
• Event Registration Made Simple: Far more easily explore, register for, and cancel attendance at library events, all within the app.
• Apple Wallet Integration: Add your library card to Apple Wallet for quick, contactless access to your library account.
• Self-Checkout: A carryover from the original app, customers can still check out materials directly from their smartphones

Whether you're booking a meeting room, managing your holds, or checking out books, the app brings the library to your fingertips like never before.  The new app is available now for download or update on the App Store and Google Play. If you're already using the app, simply update to access the new features. New users can search for "Calvert Library" to get started today.  Or visit our website for easy access to apps for all our services.

For assistance or additional information, visit Calvert Library or call 410-535-0291.

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Robyn Truslow

She/Her/Hers

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291 or direct # 667-803-0500

410-535-3022 (fax)

CalvertLibrary.info

Calvert Library Board Applications Being Accepted

Calvert Library Board Applications Being Accepted

November 22, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Robyn Truslow
410-535-0291

 

Calvert Library announces a pending vacancy on the Calvert Board of Library Trustees (BOLT). All qualified applicants are welcome and all candidates will be assessed using the same criteria.  Applications are accepted through December 13, 2024.

 

The responsibilities of the Board of Library Trustees are established by State Code. The Board is responsible for governance and fiscal oversight; approving library policies and budget and overseeing the work of the Executive Director. The Board is comprised of 7 community members who volunteer their time and support to the library. Officers include President, Vice President and Secretary. Responsibilities include monthly meetings; the board meets at 5:30pm on third Tuesdays. Meetings are held virtually via Zoom as well as meeting once a year at each library location. In addition to regular meetings, there is an annual meeting of the Southern Maryland Regional Library Association Corporation that Board members are invited to attend and an annual Citizens for Maryland Libraries meeting generally held on a Saturday in October.

Service on the BOLT is a volunteer public office with a normal appointment term of five years.  The open terms begin in January 2025 and lasts through December of 2029. While State law provides that individuals may serve more than one term (but not more than two full terms in succession), each term is separate and requires application, nomination by the Board and appointment by the Board of County Commissioners.  Appointment to one term does not create an entitlement to serve more than one term.  The Board appreciates that experience on the Board is a significant factor to be considered, but recognizes that other factors may also be significant including, but not limited to: the quality of past performance; current Board composition; specific current needs of the Board; and, the comparative qualifications of all applicants.  Additionally, since Board membership is a privilege, all eligible County citizen should have equal access to consideration for this privilege.

 

Details and a link to the online application can be found at https://calvertlibrary.info/about-us/board-of-trustees/meet-the-board/. 

 

 

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

410-535-0291

410-535-3022 Fax

rtruslow@calvertlibrary.info