This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 12 2025 Tue It's Game Night (SMI) 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 12 2025 Tue It's Game Night (SMI) 6:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Room: Quiet Room - SMI Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Fun & Games Registration Required Event Details: The library is hosting game night. Board games are available. Ages 12 and up please. Registering will give us an idea of how many people to prep for. Bring your favorite board game.
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 12 2025 Tue Movie Night for Grown-ups showing "Here" (BNS) 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 12 2025 Tue Movie Night for Grown-ups showing "Here" (BNS) 6:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library Room: Community Room - BNS Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture Registration Required Event Details: Join us for Movie Night for Grown-ups showing a different movie for adults every 2nd Tuesday on the month at 6:00PM 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2025 Wed Reel Talk - "Conclave" (HAG) 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2025 Wed Reel Talk - "Conclave" (HAG) 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Classroom Lab 315 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture Event Details: Want to talk films? Reel Talk is our film discussion program - each month, we meet to talk about a different movie, discussing the process behind making it and its different themes. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 14 2025 Thu Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG) 10:00am–11:30am Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 14 2025 Thu Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG) 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games Registration Required Event Details: A Storytime for Adults of All Abilities! Join us as we read books, sing along to music, dance, play games, make crafts, and more! Registration requested. We are celebrating Happiness Happens Month! 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2025 Fri Senior Center Craft and Chat (HAN) 10:00am–11:00am Adults Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2025 Fri Senior Center Craft and Chat (HAN) 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Event Details: Come and spend time with other seniors creating a craft, having good conversation and enjoying occasional speakers on subjects of interest to our older patrons. Light healthy snacks will be provided. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2025 Fri Craft and Chat Fridays at the Hancock Senior Center (HAN) 10:00am–11:15am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2025 Fri Craft and Chat Fridays at the Hancock Senior Center (HAN) 10:00am–11:15am Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Authors, Career & Lifelong Learning, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games Event Details: On the 3rd Friday of every month, the Hancock Library will sponsor a program at the Hancock Senior Center. Each month will feature a different activity and healthy snacks. Please contact the Library or the Senior Center for more information. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Aug 15 2025 Fri Hagerstown Homesteaders 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults, Everyone Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Aug 15 2025 Fri Hagerstown Homesteaders 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Conference Room - 334 Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Welcome to the Hagerstown Homesteaders, a monthly Gardening Club. Our goals are to teach you how to grow food from scratch, harvest and preserve food, and cook it from scratch. We will also teach you how to lay ou Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 16 2025 Sat Cricut/Maker Club (HAN) 10:00am–11:30am Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 16 2025 Sat Cricut/Maker Club (HAN) 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library Room: Community Room - HAN Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: So you have a Cricut (Joy, Joy Xtra, Explore, Maker, Venture.) Now you want to know what you can do with it. Join other crafters in the adventure that is creating with all things Cricut! 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. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Aug 16 2025 Sat Hagerstown Homesteaders 11:00am–12:30pm Adults, Everyone Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Aug 16 2025 Sat Hagerstown Homesteaders 11:00am–12:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Conference Room - 334 Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Welcome to the Hagerstown Homesteaders, a monthly Gardening Club. Our goals are to teach you how to grow food from scratch, harvest and preserve food, and cook it from scratch. We will also teach you how to lay ou Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 16 2025 Sat Photo pendant necklace 11:00am–1:00pm Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 16 2025 Sat Photo pendant necklace 11:00am–1:00pm Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch Room: Community Room - CLE Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: We will be making pendants using cabochons.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Aug 19 2025 Tue Bookmobile Stop: Summerland Manor- Summer Puzzle Swap 2:30pm–3:00pm Adults, Everyone Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Aug 19 2025 Tue Bookmobile Stop: Summerland Manor- Summer Puzzle Swap 2:30pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club Event Details: All throughout the summer bring a gently used puzzle to your bookmobile stop. Receive a ticket and take home a new-to-you puzzle to enjoy before the end of the summer!
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 19 2025 Tue Discovering The Hidden Clues in US Census Records (SMI) 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 19 2025 Tue Discovering The Hidden Clues in US Census Records (SMI) 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Room: Community Room - SMI Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: Nearly all genealogists have used US census records in their family research. But if you are only looking at names and ages, you are missing a wealth of information available.
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 20 2025 Wed Adult Book Club (HAN) 5:00pm–6:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 20 2025 Wed Adult Book Club (HAN) 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Authors Event Details: Join this lively and fun book discussion. Each month participants will discuss a book chosen by members of the group. 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. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 21 2025 Thu Fletcher Writing Group 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 21 2025 Thu Fletcher Writing Group 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Classroom Lab 315 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games Event Details: Calling all writers! Do you like to blog? To journal? Do you have a work in progress? Do you have an idea and not know where to start? 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Aug 22 2025 Fri Bookmobile Stop: Washington County Commission on Aging- Summer Puzzle Swap 11:30am–12:00pm Adults, Everyone Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Aug 22 2025 Fri Bookmobile Stop: Washington County Commission on Aging- Summer Puzzle Swap 11:30am–12:00pm Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club Event Details: All throughout the summer bring a gently used puzzle to your bookmobile stop. Receive a ticket and take home a new-to-you puzzle to enjoy before the end of the summer!
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 23 2025 Sat Writers Group (SMI) 10:30am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 23 2025 Sat Writers Group (SMI) 10:30am–12:00pm Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Room: Quiet Room - SMI Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Authors Event Details: Join this fun and informal group of fellow writers to share writing, feedback, and ideas.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 23 2025 Sat Etched and Painted Glass 11:00am–1:00pm Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 23 2025 Sat Etched and Painted Glass 11:00am–1:00pm Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch Room: Community Room - CLE Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: We will be etching glass using stencils and then accenting it with paint.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Aug 25 2025 Mon Bookmobile Stop: South Pointe at Hunter's Woods- Summer Puzzle Swap 2:15pm–2:45pm Adults, Everyone Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Aug 25 2025 Mon Bookmobile Stop: South Pointe at Hunter's Woods- Summer Puzzle Swap 2:15pm–2:45pm Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club Event Details: All throughout the summer bring a gently used puzzle to your bookmobile stop. Receive a ticket and take home a new-to-you puzzle to enjoy before the end of the summer!
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 26 2025 Tue Hanging Yarn Art (SHA) (SRC) 1:30pm–6:00pm Teens & YA (13-18), Adults This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 26 2025 Tue Hanging Yarn Art (SHA) (SRC) 1:30pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club Event Details: Drop in while we are open and make a unique wall hanging using a simple macrame knot. Use our yarn and/or bring some of your own to incorporate into the project. While supplies last.
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 26 2025 Tue Adult Book Club (SMI) 5:00pm–6:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 26 2025 Tue Adult Book Club (SMI) 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Room: Community Room - SMI Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Authors Event Details: Join us for the monthly book club discussion. The club currently meets in the library Community Room. The book for August is The Wager: a tale of shipwreck, mutiny and murder by David Grann.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 26 2025 Tue It's Game Night (SMI) 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 26 2025 Tue It's Game Night (SMI) 6:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Room: Quiet Room - SMI Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Fun & Games Registration Required Event Details: The library is hosting game night. Board games are available. Ages 12 and up please. Registering will give us an idea of how many people to prep for. Bring your favorite board game.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 26 2025 Tue Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker (BNS) 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens & YA (13-18), Adults This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 26 2025 Tue Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker (BNS) 6:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library Room: Community Room - BNS Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Event Details: Join us for a Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 28 2025 Thu Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG) 10:00am–11:30am Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 28 2025 Thu Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG) 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games Registration Required Event Details: A Storytime for Adults of All Abilities! Join us as we read books, sing along to music, dance, play games, make crafts, and more! Registration requested. We are celebrating Bunnies! 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. 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.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 30 2025 Sat Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio! 10:00am–11:00am Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 30 2025 Sat Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio! 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club Registration Required Event Details: You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!