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Make a Holiday Card (SMI)

All Day 11/15 - 12/9
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
We will be collecting holiday cards for the patients at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg.  You can make your own cards or sign purchased cards.  Card making supplies will also be available at the Smithsburg Library during library hours....

Holiday Cards for Veterans

All Day 11/26 - 12/14
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
The Children's Department is collecting holiday cards for the veterans at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg until December 14, 2022.  We are asking you to help make the season a little brighter for those not able to spend the holidays at...

Christmas Keychain Kit (SMI)

All Day 12/1 - 12/15
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Students, pick up a craft kit and make a holiday keychain. While supplies last. ...

STEM Challenge - Cup Christmas Tree (SMI)

All Day 12/1 - 12/15
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
Create a Christmas Tree out of cups.  See how tall you can make your tree. For school age children. While supplies last. ...

STEM Take-and-Make: Clothespin Reindeer Ornament (HAN)

All Day 12/1 - 12/29
Registration
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Offsite Hancock
Age Group: Children
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:
Make this cute reindeer ornament with a clothespin and supplies provided. Craft kit includes everything you need. ONE KIT PER REGISTRATION, so make sure to register each child individually. This craft is appropriate for children of all ages. ...

Noteworthy Sundays Concert: Calvin Thomas

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Details:
Join us at the Fletcher Branch for an afternoon of great music with Calvin Thomas as part of our 15th Annual Noteworthy Sundays Concert Series! Calvin Thomas is a singer-songwriter currently in Maryland, USA. He's played a variety of gigs over a 1...

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.

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.

Makerspace Tabletop Challenge (Grades K-5)

All Day
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Offsite Williamsport
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
Stop by the new Makerspace to try a new tabletop challenge every week! Activities offered will include pre-coding, engineering, math, nature, and building challenges. ...

Make and Take 2 Go - Book Page Gift Bags

All Day 12/5 - 12/30
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Pick up this kit early to make some memorable DIY book page gift bags, just in time for the holidays! ...

Living and Dying With COVID-19: The Maryland Stories

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Computer Lab 315
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
Come share your experience with how you've been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic as we collect stories from around Maryland. In partnership with the Global Z Recording Project, recordings will become part of the Maryland State Archives and Enoch Pra...

Disclaimer(s)

Mask Recommended

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

Game Night

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Start the school year off with some game time after the first day of school! #gamenight #funwithfriends #librariesrock  ...

Makerspace Tabletop Challenge (Grades K-5)

All Day
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Offsite Williamsport
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
Stop by the new Makerspace to try a new tabletop challenge every week! Activities offered will include pre-coding, engineering, math, nature, and building challenges. ...

Toddler Time (BNS)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Learning and reading about numbers, shapes and colors with other toddlers ages 18-36 months.
Gather with other Toddles to learn Numbers, Shapes, and Colors at Story Time. ...

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.

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.

Tech Tuesday

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Computer Lab 315
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
A librarian will be available for drop-in appointments to help with computer questions, technology advice, and more. Tech Tuesdays are cancelled until further notice. If you need assistance, you can still schedule a tech help appointment with lib...

Disclaimer(s)

Mask Recommended

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

Manga/Anime Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Join us at a new later time for the school year as Manga/Anime club moves to 5 pm.  Talk, watch, read, anime and manga -- with new friends who understand the words you are using!  Anyone welcome, from new to the genre to professors of it. ...

Makerspace Tabletop Challenge (Grades K-5)

All Day
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Offsite Williamsport
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
Stop by the new Makerspace to try a new tabletop challenge every week! Activities offered will include pre-coding, engineering, math, nature, and building challenges. ...

Preschool Storytime (Ages 2-6)

11:00am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Books, music, and educational activities!  ...

STEM Playtime for Preschoolers (Ages 2-6)

11:30am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
Welcome to our Makerspace! Join us every Wednesday after Preschool Storytime for educational play focused on STEM concepts. ...