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Tweens and Teens Mysterious Benedict Society Puzzles & Codes Scavenger Hunt (BNS)

4:00pm - 5:45pm
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:
Tweens who have read the Mysterious Benedict Society books by Trenton Lee Stewart (and those who have NOT) are invited to solve puzzles and clues just like those in the books for a fun Scavenger Hunt. ...

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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.

Lego Club (SHA)

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
Build the Lego challenge or make your own creation!  ...

Family Story Time - (BNS)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Join Miss Lauren for a fun Themed Family Storytime with stories and songs. ...

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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.

Kids Discover: Pumpkin Lanterns

11:00am - 12:00pm
Registration
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
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Join us on October 7th from 11am-12pm for Kids Discover STEM activities that include creating your own pumpkin jar lantern. Lots of fun fall activities. Storytime and instruction begin promptly at 11am, but the room is open to complete activities unt...

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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.

Sharpsburg Days (SHA)

11:00am - 1:00pm
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Deborah Rochefort from the Peter Burr House will demonstrate spinning.  She will also show how to make a small mat out of roving which you can then take home!  ...

Saturday Story Time (SMI)

11:30am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Children's Room SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Join us in the children's room for books, song, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for all ages. ...

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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.

Read with a Pet: Gimli

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Meet Gimli, a lovable cat who is waiting to read with you.  Gimli doesn't worry about how well you read, just that you are there with him, share a story, and that you are gentle!  Gimli will visit the Children's Department from 1:00-2:00 on...

Saturday Family Movie Matinee

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Event Details:
Family Movie Matinee is back! Come join us on the 1st Saturday of the month for popcorn and a movie at 2 p.m. in the Community Room located on the 3rd floor of the WCFL Hagerstown Branch!   ...

Indigenous People Day closing 2023

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:
All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Monday, October 9, 2023 in observance of the Indigenous People holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. ...

Yoga for Teens

5:15pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Teens, start your week off right with Yoga every other Monday night.  Come breathe and relax in a safe and inclusive environment with Ms. Bonnie.  All abilities are welcome! ...

Monday Murder True Crime Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Movies, Music & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:
Calling all true crime fans! Join us for a club that covers all things true crime - books, news, podcasts, and more. Held every 2nd Monday of the month. ...

Teens Digital Detox Happy Hour

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Unplug in the Teen Cave for an hour of screen-free fun.  We have board games, crosswords and sudoku, and coloring pages, or you may choose to work on personal projects, homework or read.  Disconnecting from our devices even for a short peri...

Toddler Time (BNS)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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.

*NEW* Teen Craft TIme (WIL)

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Offsite Williamsport
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:
In September we will learn and practice the art of Japanese Book Binding and make a small book.  Registration is preferred but not required. You can register above using the link, or stop by anytime between 5:00- 6:30 pm to participate. Designed...

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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.

Game Night at the Library

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:
Do you wanna play a game? Drop in to play a board game or two, or solve a murder mystery! ...

Movie Night for Grown-ups showing "I Wanna Dance with Somebody"(BNS)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 34
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 October's feature film will be the BioPic, I Wanna Dance with Somebody about the life and career of Whitney Houston starring Naomi ...

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.

Apple Button Art (SMI)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:
Create an apple out of buttons on a canvas. Adult event. Sign up online.  Limited space.  If you sign up and then are unable to attend, please cancel your reservation or call the library so we can move up those on the waiting list.  Th...

Infant Storytime (HAG)

10:00am - 10:30am
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:
Share books, rhymes, and music with your baby at the library.  Open to children 6-18 months. Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs September-November....

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.