This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 1 - 22 2025 Craft Kit - Bug Jar (SMI) All Day 5/1 - 5/22 Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 1 - 22 2025 Craft Kit - Bug Jar (SMI) All Day 5/1 - 5/22 Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Create a Bug Jar with the May craft kit. While supplies last.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 1 - 22 2025 STEM Challenge Kit - Balloon Hovercraft (SMI) All Day 5/1 - 5/22 Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 1 - 22 2025 STEM Challenge Kit - Balloon Hovercraft (SMI) All Day 5/1 - 5/22 Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker Event Details: Design and build a mini hovercraft that can move over a tabletop or floor using this STEM kit.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 1 - 31 2025 Children's Take-and-Make: Egg Carton Bouquet (HAN) All Day 5/1 - 5/31 Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Registration Required This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 1 - 31 2025 Children's Take-and-Make: Egg Carton Bouquet (HAN) All Day 5/1 - 5/31 Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Just in time for Mother's Day, create a beautiful bouquet with paper egg cartons!This craft is for children up to the age of 7.ONE kit per child. Please register each child separately
This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 1 - 31 2025 Family Take-and-Make: Grab Bag! (HAN) All Day 5/1 - 5/31 Everyone Registration Required This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 1 - 31 2025 Family Take-and-Make: Grab Bag! (HAN) All Day 5/1 - 5/31 Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library Age Group: Everyone Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games Registration Required Event Details: What are we making this month? It's a surprise! Will it be a ready-made kit, or parts and pieces to make your own creation? You won't know what you're getting until you get it. Ms.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 19 - 24 2025 Take N Make: Puffy Paint Sidewalk Paint (HAG) All Day 5/19 - 5/24 Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Registration Required This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 19 - 24 2025 Take N Make: Puffy Paint Sidewalk Paint (HAG) All Day 5/19 - 5/24 Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker Registration Required Event Details: (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year. Love making art? Love sidewalk chalk? Grab this Take N Make kit to learn how to make your own puffy paint sidewalk paint. Register to pick your kit up between January 21 and 25. For ages 6 through 12.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 19 - 23 2025 Worm Observation Tank Viewing 05/19/2025 @ 4:00pm - 05/23/2025 @ 3:30pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Registration Required This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 19 - 23 2025 Worm Observation Tank Viewing 05/19/2025 @ 4:00pm - 05/23/2025 @ 3:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: Gardening & Environment Registration Required Event Details: Stop in and take a peek at our earthworm observation tank until the big Tween STEAM Club Worm Party reveal on May 23rd at 3:30 PM. Disclaimer(s) 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 "Everyone" group. May 21 2025 Wed Bookmobile Stop: Twin Oaks Assisted Living 2:00pm - 3:00pm Everyone Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 21 2025 Wed Bookmobile Stop: Twin Oaks Assisted Living 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop Event Details: For the residents and staff of Twin Oaks Assisted Living only.
This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 21 2025 Wed Bookmobile Stop: Elgin Station Head Start 3:30pm - 4:00pm Everyone Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 21 2025 Wed Bookmobile Stop: Elgin Station Head Start 3:30pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop Event Details: Elgin Station Headstart: Children, families, and staff are welcome.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. May 21 2025 Wed If You're Happy and You Know it!: A Storytime about Feelings (BNS) 3:30pm - 4:00pm Young Children (0-6) Registration Required This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. May 21 2025 Wed If You're Happy and You Know it!: A Storytime about Feelings (BNS) 3:30pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library Room: Community Room - BNS Age Group: Young Children (0-6) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Registration Required Event Details: For Ages: 3-8 This storytime for children helps them explore the different feelings and emotions they may feel as well as recognize those emotions in others. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Adult Book Club (HAN) 5:00pm - 6:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 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 "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 21 2025 Wed Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG) 5:00pm - 6:00pm Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 21 2025 Wed Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG) 5:00pm - 6:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games Event Details: NEW! A weekly hangout and advisory board for 9 through 12 year olds. We will eat snacks, play games, make crafts, and talk about what fun things we should do at the library. No registration necessary. Be there or be square!
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 21 2025 Wed Low Waste Living- Workshop and Swap (BNS) 5:30pm - 7:00pm Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 21 2025 Wed Low Waste Living- Workshop and Swap (BNS) 5:30pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library Room: Community Room - BNS Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness Event Details: Low Waste Living- Workshop and SwapWednesday, May 21st at 5:30pm 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. May 22 2025 Thu Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG) 10:00am - 11:30am Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG) 10:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Conference Room - 334 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. This month we are going to learn about bikes in honor of National Bike 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 "Everyone" group. May 22 2025 Thu Bookmobile Stop: Pitter Patter Playhouse 10:15am - 10:30am Everyone Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 22 2025 Thu Bookmobile Stop: Pitter Patter Playhouse 10:15am - 10:30am Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop Event Details: Children, families, and staff from Pitter Patter Playhouse are welcome!
This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 22 2025 Thu Bookmobile Stop: Kinder Haven Child Care Center 10:30am - 11:00am Everyone Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 22 2025 Thu Bookmobile Stop: Kinder Haven Child Care Center 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop Event Details: Children, families, and staff from Kinder Haven Daycare are welcome!
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu Computer Basics 10:30am - 12:30pm Adults Cancelled Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu Cancelled Computer Basics 10:30am - 12:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Classroom Lab 315 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Science, Technology & Maker Registration Required Event Details: Come learn about Computer Basics! The course will provide an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of computer usage, internet basics, and email. If you don't have your own device, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare. 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.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 22 2025 Thu Toddler Time (SMI) 11:00am - 11:30am Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 22 2025 Thu Toddler Time (SMI) 11:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Room: Community Room - SMI Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Toddlers aged 18 - 36 months and their caregivers will enjoy books, songs, flannel stories and rhymes with a librarian. 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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 22 2025 Thu Bookmobile Stop: Rehoboth Learning Center 11:15am - 11:30am Everyone Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 22 2025 Thu Bookmobile Stop: Rehoboth Learning Center 11:15am - 11:30am Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop Event Details: Children, families, and staff from Rehoboth Learning Center are welcome!
This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 22 2025 Thu Bookmobile Stop: Creekside Assisted Living 2:00pm - 2:30pm Everyone Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 22 2025 Thu Bookmobile Stop: Creekside Assisted Living 2:00pm - 2:30pm Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop Event Details: Everyone is welcome!
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. May 22 2025 Thu Story Time (SHA) 3:30pm - 4:15pm Young Children (0-6) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. May 22 2025 Thu Story Time (SHA) 3:30pm - 4:15pm Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library Age Group: Young Children (0-6) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Join Ms Susan for stories, activities, and a craft!
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. May 22 2025 Thu Pizza and Chat (SMI) 5:00pm - 6:00pm Teens & YA (13-18) Registration Required This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. May 22 2025 Thu Pizza and Chat (SMI) 5:00pm - 6:00pm Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Room: Community Room - SMI Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18) Program Type: Fun & Games Registration Required Event Details: Teens, come to enjoy pizza and talk about the programs you would like to see at the library for teens. Sign up online.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. May 22 2025 Thu Game Night 5:00pm - 7:00pm Teens & YA (13-18) This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. May 22 2025 Thu Game Night 5:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: YA Meeting Room 212 Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18) Program Type: Fun & Games Event Details: Join us every Thursday for Game Night!1st Thursday - Switch Night2nd Thursday - Card Games3rd Thursday - Board Games4th Thursday - Competition Night 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 "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu Fletcher Writing Group 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 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 "Young Children (0-6)" group. This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 22 2025 Thu Family Story Night (HAG) 6:30pm - 7:00pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. May 22 2025 Thu Family Story Night (HAG) 6:30pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) 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. 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.