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This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group.

Craft Kit - Bug Jar (SMI)

All Day 5/1 - 5/22
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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.

STEM Challenge Kit - Balloon Hovercraft (SMI)

All Day 5/1 - 5/22
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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.

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
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.

Family Take-and-Make: Grab Bag! (HAN)

All Day 5/1 - 5/31
Everyone
Registration Required
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.

Take N Make: Puffy Paint Sidewalk Paint (HAG)

All Day 5/19 - 5/24
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Registration Required
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.

Worm Observation Tank Viewing

05/19/2025 @ 4:00pm - 05/23/2025 @ 3:30pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Registration Required
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. 

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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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Offsite Event
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.
Offsite Event
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.
Registration Required
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.

Adult Book Club (HAN)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
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.

Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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.

Low Waste Living- Workshop and Swap (BNS)

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
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 Swap

Wednesday, 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.
Registration Required
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.
Offsite Event
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.
Offsite Event
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.

Computer Basics

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Cancelled
Registration Required
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.

Toddler Time (SMI)

11:00am - 11:30am
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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.
Offsite Event
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.
Offsite Event
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.

Story Time (SHA)

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Young Children (0-6)
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.

Pizza and Chat (SMI)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration Required
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.

Game Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
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 Night

2nd Thursday - Card Games

3rd Thursday - Board Games

4th 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.

Fletcher Writing Group

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
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.

Family Story Night (HAG)

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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.