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Puppet Show

Puppet Show (SMI)

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Enjoy this fun filled puppet adventure written and performed by your very own librarians! Please sign up.

Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 42
Event Details:

Enjoy this fun filled puppet adventure written and performed by your very own librarians! Please sign up.

Bookmobile Stop: Crest & Greenberry Rds

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Marbern Rd

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:15pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Lakeside Village

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

VolunTeen Orientation -- Every Other Friday 5-5:30 PM

VolunTeen Orientation

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Come to a short orientation to familiarize yourself with the expectations, potential jobs, and benefits of our VolunTeen program.  Then you will be all set to earn SSL hours! ...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come to a short orientation to familiarize yourself with the expectations, potential jobs, and benefits of our VolunTeen program.  Then you will be all set to earn SSL hours!

Various lego blocks spread across table

Lego Club (SHA)

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Build the Lego challenge or make your own creation.  

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Build the Lego challenge or make your own creation.  

Several children smiling while holding books and sitting in the floor in the children's section of the library

Family Story Time - (BNS)

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Join Miss Yen for a fun Themed Family Storytime with stories and songs.

Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Join Miss Yen for a fun Themed Family Storytime with stories and songs.

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.

Saturday Story Time (SMI)

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Room SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Join us in the children's room for books, song, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for all ages.

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.

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.
Gimli

Read with a Pet: Gimli

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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 gent...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), 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

Saturday Movie Matinee: Trolls Band Together SINGALONG SHOWING. 2:00 p.m. in Fletcher Branch Community Room 308/309

Saturday Family Movie Matinee: Trolls Band Together SINGALONG SHOWING

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Culture
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

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! August's movie is a sp...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Event Details:

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! August's movie is a special Singalong Showing of "Trolls Band Together"!

Nature Adventure Box

All Day 8/5 - 8/9
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Try nature experiments, explore a sensory box and create a critter out of a pinecone all week at the library.  At our weekly story times join us for books, songs, flannel stor...

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Try nature experiments, explore a sensory box and create a critter out of a pinecone all week at the library.  At our weekly story times join us for books, songs, flannel stories, and a craft about nature.

Bookmobile Stop: Hagerstown Day Nursery

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 9:15am - 9:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Bright Eyes Early Childcare

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Sargent Shriver Head Start

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

colorful image of book, magical. Storytime now in Williamport Library

Toddler Time (WIL) (Ages 18-36months)

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Sing, dance, and learn together at Toddler Time. A small craft activity will be provided after story time. All ages are welcome! This program will take place in the  Willia...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Sing, dance, and learn together at Toddler Time. A small craft activity will be provided after story time. All ages are welcome!

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.

Cherished Memories: Helping Children & Families Cope with the Death of a Love One (SMI)

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Children and families who have experienced the death of a loved one or friend are invited to attend this event.  This free support event will include story time, crafts, and r...

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Children and families who have experienced the death of a loved one or friend are invited to attend this event.  This free support event will include story time, crafts, and resources on coping with the death of a loved one.  Hosted in p

Soaring Doves for Teens (SMI)

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

The Hospice of Washington County bereavement department will be hosting a Soaring Doves Teen Program at the Washington County Free Library, Smithsburg Branch.  Though experien...

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The Hospice of Washington County bereavement department will be hosting a Soaring Doves Teen Program at the Washington County Free Library, Smithsburg Branch.  Though experiencing a death can be a life-changing event for anyone, adolescence i

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Seaton of Hagerstown

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 1:45pm - 2:15pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Toy Truck Adventure - Obstacle Course (SMI)

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Kids and kids-at-heart bring your toy trucks and RC vehicles to our outdoor obstacle course at the Smithsburg Library.  Stations include jumps, sand pit and a surprise challen...

Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Details:

Kids and kids-at-heart bring your toy trucks and RC vehicles to our outdoor obstacle course at the Smithsburg Library.  Stations include jumps, sand pit and a surprise challenge.  End your course at our wash station with lots of bubbles!

A young lady in cabaret dress poses on top of letters spelling out the title

Fletcher Film Series - "Cabaret" (HAG)

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Culture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Washington County Free Library welcomes you to the Fletcher Film Series. Each month, we bring you films based around a central theme. As summer draws to a close, enjoy some "Song &...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Event Details:

Washington County Free Library welcomes you to the Fletcher Film Series. Each month, we bring you films based around a central theme. As summer draws to a close, enjoy some "Song & Dance" with these musical films.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Marty Snook Rec Dept Camp

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Picking up returned books

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Picking up returned books

Bookmobile Stop: Puppet Show @ Keedysville Library

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

All are Welcome

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

All are Welcome

Toddler girl sitting in the library with open picture book on lap

Puppet Show (KEE)

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite Keedysville at Keedysville Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Preschool Story Time:

Story time for children ages 3-5.

Event Details:

Enjoy this fun filled puppet adventure written and performed by your very own librarians!    

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Keedysville Library
Room: Offsite Keedysville
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Details:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Enjoy this fun filled puppet adventure written and performed by your very own librarians!

 

 

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.
Mother and daughter looking at iPad in the library

Toddler Time (BNS)

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Toddler Time:

Learning and reading about numbers, shapes and colors with other toddlers ages 18-36 months.

Event Details:

Gather with other Toddles to learn Numbers, Shapes, and Colors at Story Time.

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 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.