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Take-and-Make: Paper Bead Bracelet (HAN)

All Day 3/1 - 3/31
Registration
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults, Children, Teens
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:
Make a beautiful bracelet out of DIY paper beads. Materials and instructions provided. Registration is required. Please note: * This craft is for  participants kindergarten to adult only. * Younger patrons can register for our Pre-...

PreK Take-and-Make: Tissue Paper Flowers (HAN)

All Day 3/4 - 3/31
Registration
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:
It's March, when the weather gets warmer and flowers start to bloom. To celebrate, make  some flowers of your own!  This craft is for PreK only. ONE PERSON PER REGISTRATION. If you need more than one kit, please register each PRE-K child se...

Cryptogram Puzzles (WIL)

10:00am - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone, Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:
Stop by our center table space to try and break our secret Cryptogram messages. Cryptograms are puzzle messages designed to be solved using a cipher.  Can you break the code and solve our puzzle?  Puzzles are available every day this Mar...

Makerspace Tabletop Challenge (Grades K-5) (WIL)

10:30am - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.
Stop by our Makerspace to try a new tabletop challenge every week. Activities will include pre-coding, engineering, math, nature, science, design, and electricity. Look for a new tabletop activity every Monday.  Designed for children gra...

Tween/Teen March Book Madness (WIL)

10:30am - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:
Stop by the Teen/YA sitting area and vote for the winning YA Book in our Williamsport YA Book March Madness! Brackets will be updated weekly.    ...

Story Time at the Post Office (SHA)

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Meet at the library to write a card to a friend or relative. We will walk over to the post office for a quick visit and to mail the card.  I hear there will be a special Post Office treat!   ...

The Astonishing Behavior of Bees (and Beekeepers) (BNS)

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Registration
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:
Join Local Beekeeper, Chuck Schwalbe, for a talk about everything you didn't know about bees and their keepers. ...

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Photographs/Videography

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Views of Presenters

Some Library programs are presented by independent business people. Washington County Free Library does not endorse their services or theories, nor shall the library be liable for any action taken as a result of information from these programs.

Write Here, Write Now

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Career & Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Do you like to write? Do you wish you had a dedicated time to devote to the craft? If so, join other local writers at WCFL’s writing club, Write Here, Write Now! Come spend an hour or two writing, talking about writing, and workshopping writing with ...

Disclaimer(s)

Mask Recommended

While masks are not required, patrons are strongly encouraged to wear a mask while attending this program.

Family Story Night (HAG)

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Join us for our Family Story Night for children of all ages.      ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Masks Recommended

While masks are not required, patrons are strongly encouraged to wear a mask while attending this program.

Photographs/Videography

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Design a Bookmark Contest

All Day
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
In honor of Youth Art Month, the Children’s Department will be sponsoring a Design a Bookmark Contest for children ages 5-12.  Official entry blanks and rules will be available at all branches, and here on the calendar.  Winning bookmarks w...

Cryptogram Puzzles (WIL)

10:00am - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone, Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:
Stop by our center table space to try and break our secret Cryptogram messages. Cryptograms are puzzle messages designed to be solved using a cipher.  Can you break the code and solve our puzzle?  Puzzles are available every day this Mar...

International Film Festival

10:15am - 5:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Purpose of Meeting
Screening independent films ...

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

10:30am - 1:30pm
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Bring your project and join this group. ...

Makerspace Tabletop Challenge (Grades K-5) (WIL)

10:30am - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.
Stop by our Makerspace to try a new tabletop challenge every week. Activities will include pre-coding, engineering, math, nature, science, design, and electricity. Look for a new tabletop activity every Monday.  Designed for children gra...

Tween/Teen March Book Madness (WIL)

10:30am - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:
Stop by the Teen/YA sitting area and vote for the winning YA Book in our Williamsport YA Book March Madness! Brackets will be updated weekly.    ...

Infant Lapsit Storytime (BNS)

11:00am - 11:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:
Interactive reading setting for children ages birth to 18 months.
Had a baby in the last 18 months? Would you like to meet other parents and enjoy a few books and baby bounce rhymes/songs? This storytime is meant for wee ones, birth-18 months. Older siblings are always welcome too. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Please inform us of special needs two weeks prior to the program.

Pre-School Story Time (SMI)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Call all ages - Join Miss Laura on Fridays at 11:00 for story time. We are now meeting in the Community Room.  Registration is required. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photographs/Videography

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Pre-School Storytime (HAG)

11:30am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Join us for our Pre-School Storytime for children ages 3-5.     ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Masks Recommended

While masks are not required, patrons are strongly encouraged to wear a mask while attending this program.

Photographs/Videography

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Family Story Time (CLE)

11:30am - 12:15pm
Registration
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Story time for children ages 3-5.
Join us for stories, songs, puppet friends, and more! For ages 3-5. Registration is required.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Mask Recommended

While masks are not required, patrons are strongly encouraged to wear a mask while attending this program.

Design a Bookmark Contest

All Day
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
In honor of Youth Art Month, the Children’s Department will be sponsoring a Design a Bookmark Contest for children ages 5-12.  Official entry blanks and rules will be available at all branches, and here on the calendar.  Winning bookmarks w...