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Festive Fridays

4:00pm–5:30pm
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: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something silly with Swaneet! Each month we'll find two silly ways to celebrate, with snacks, poems, games, crafts, and more. 

June 6: National Donut Day & author birthday: Rick Riordan 

Cricut/Maker Club (HAN)

10:00am–11:30am
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
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.

Hagerstown Homesteaders

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults, Everyone
Registration Required
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.

Amigurumi crochet Chick in Egg

11:00am–1:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
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:

Learn to crochet this cute chick in an egg.  We will learn to read a pattern, make basic stitches and easy embroidery.

Color Your Path: Sidewalk Chalk at the Library

11:00am–2:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Let's decorate the whole county with sidewalk chalk art! At every library branch in Washington County, as part of "Color Our World" Summer Reading Club! 

Color Your Path: Sidewalk Chalk at the Library (BNS) (SRC)

11:00am–2:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Let's decorate the whole county with sidewalk chalk art! At every library branch in Washington County, as part of "Color Our World" Summer Reading Club! 

Color Your Path: Sidewalk Chalk at the Library (CLE) (SRC)

11:00am–2:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Let's decorate the whole county with sidewalk chalk art! At every library branch in Washington County, as part of "Color Our World" Summer Reading Club! 

Color Your Path: Sidewalk Chalk at the Library (HAN) (SRC)

11:00am–2:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Let's decorate the whole county with sidewalk chalk art! At every library branch in Washington County, as part of "Color Our World" Summer Reading Club! 

Color Your Path: Sidewalk Chalk at the Library (KEE) (SRC)

11:00am–2:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Keedysville Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Let's decorate the whole county with sidewalk chalk art! At every library branch in Washington County, as part of "Color Our World" Summer Reading Club! 

Color Your Path: Sidewalk Chalk at the Library (SHA) (SRC)

11:00am–2:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Let's decorate the whole county with sidewalk chalk art! At every library branch in Washington County, as part of "Color Our World" Summer Reading Club! 

Color Your Path: Sidewalk Chalk at the Library (SMI) (SRC)

11:00am–2:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Let's decorate the whole county with sidewalk chalk art! At every library branch in Washington County, as part of "Color Our World" Summer Reading Club! 

Color Your Path: Sidewalk Chalk at the Library (WIL) (SRC)

11:00am–2:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Let's decorate the whole county with sidewalk chalk art! At every library branch in Washington County, as part of "Color Our World" Summer Reading Club! 

Magic Show with TimCo Magic Creations (BNS) (SRC)

11:30am–12:30pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Registration Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Prepare to be amazed by mindblowing magic tricks with TimCo magic! A Summer Reading Club special event. 

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.

Snake Story Time (SMI)

11:30am–12:30pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Registration Required
Event Details:

Slither into fun at our snake-themed Saturday story time! Enjoy snake-filled stories and then help us create a colorful rock snake by painting your very own rock to add to the display. It's a hiss-terically good time for kids of all ages!

LEGO Club: Build a Sculpture (HAG)

2:00pm–3:00pm
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: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Build a big sculpture, a little sculpture, a colorful sculpture--the only rules are your imagination! Ages 4+. No registration required. 

Bookmobile Stop: Bester Elementary Summer School

9:00am–9:45am
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Bester Elementary Summer School. Students and staff are welcome!

Toddler Time (HAG)

10:00am–10:30am
Young Children (0-6)
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library!  For ages 18-36 months.  Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs May-July.

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.

Toddler Time (HAG)

11:00am–11:30am
Young Children (0-6)
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library!  For ages 18-36 months.  Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs May-July.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Maugansville Elementary Rec Dept Camp

8:30am–9:15am
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Maugansville Elementary Rec Dept Camp. Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Marty Snook Rec Dept Camp

9:30am–10:15am
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Marty Snook Rec Dept Camp. Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Eating Healthy on a Budget

11:00am–12:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Eating healthy while sticking to a budget can be a challenge. In this workshop, we'll discuss tips and recipe ideas to help you meet your nutritional goals - without breaking the bank! 

Toddler Time (BNS)

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6)
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
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 Toddlers 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.

Bookmobile Stop: Noland Village Meal Machine-Pop Up Maker Space

11:30am–12:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Noland Village Meal Machine-Mobile. Everyone is Welcome!

Color your Rubber Duck (SHA) (SRC)

1:30pm–6:30pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Come in the week of July 22 and paint a white duck to take home!  While supplies last.