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Favorite Book Character Voting

All Day 10/18 - 11/5
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

The Children’s Department is sponsoring two elections this voting season. Children and their families can vote for their favorite children’s picture book character and favorite chi...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

The Children’s Department is sponsoring two elections this voting season. Children and their families can vote for their favorite children’s picture book character and favorite children’s chapter book character.

Early Voting (SMI)

10/24/2024 @ 7:00am to 10/31/2024 @ 8:00pm
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Business, Government & Legal
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Smithsburg Branch is an early voting site.  Stop by the branch during this time to cast your vote in the general election.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business, Government & Legal
Event Details:

The Smithsburg Branch is an early voting site.  Stop by the branch during this time to cast your vote in the general election.

winter scene info about the event decoration swap holiday and winter

Winter & Holiday Decoration Swap

All Day
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Do you have old or unused holiday decorations that you are ready to part with? Bring them to our first winter & holiday decoration swap. All holidays, and winter season items. ...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

Do you have old or unused holiday decorations that you are ready to part with? Bring them to our first winter & holiday decoration swap. All holidays, and winter season items.

Cover of "The War that Saved My Life" by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

Home School Book Club: "The War that Saved My Life" Packet Registration

All Day 11/1 - 11/10
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Register today to pick up a Home School Book Club packet for the month of November. The title available is "The War that Saved My Life" by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley, recommended fo...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Register today to pick up a Home School Book Club packet for the month of November. The title available is "The War that Saved My Life" by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley, recommended for grades 5 through 8.

Bookmobile Stop: Cascade Elementary

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 8:45am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. Everyone is welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. Everyone is welcome!

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Event Details:

Bring your project and join this group.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your project and join this group.

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

Pre-School Storytime (HAG)

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Join us for our Pre-School Storytime for children ages 3-5.    

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:

Join us for our Pre-School Storytime for children ages 3-5.  

 

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.
Mother and young baby looking at book together

Infant Lapsit Storytime (BNS)

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Infant Story Time/Lap Sit:

Interactive reading setting for children ages birth to 18 months.

Event Details:

Had a baby in the last 18 months? Would you like to meet other parents and enjoy a few books and baby bounce rhymes/songs? This storytime is meant for wee ones, birth-18 months. Ol...

Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Interactive reading setting for children ages birth to 18 months.

Had a baby in the last 18 months? Would you like to meet other parents and enjoy a few books and baby bounce rhymes/songs? This storytime is meant for wee ones, birth-18 months. Older siblings are always welcome too.

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.

Pre-School Story Time (SMI)

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Calling all ages - Join Miss Laura on Fridays at 11:00 for story time. We are now meeting in the Community Room. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Calling all ages - Join Miss Laura on Fridays at 11:00 for story time. We are now meeting in the Community Room. Registration is not required.

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: Crest & Greenberry Rds

Friday, November 1, 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, November 1, 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, November 1, 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!

winter scene info about the event decoration swap holiday and winter

Winter & Holiday Decoration Swap

All Day
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Do you have old or unused holiday decorations that you are ready to part with? Bring them to our first winter & holiday decoration swap. All holidays, and winter season items. ...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

Do you have old or unused holiday decorations that you are ready to part with? Bring them to our first winter & holiday decoration swap. All holidays, and winter season items.

Various lego blocks spread across table

Lego Club (SHA)

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Build the Lego challenge or make your own creation. 

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Build the Lego challenge or make your own creation. 

Illustration of a child with a large light bulb to the right of his head and small science related icons.

Bookmobile Stop: STEAM Festival

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop, Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Everyone
STEM/STEAM Programming:

(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. Everyone is welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Bookmobile Stop. Everyone is welcome!

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

Family Story Time - (BNS)

Saturday, November 2, 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.
Kids Discover: Jointed Scarecrows

Kids Discover: Jointed Scarecrows

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Join us for Kids Discover STEM and create your own jointed scarecrow on Saturday November 2nd from 11am-12pm. Storytime and instruction begin promptly at 11am, but the room is open...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Science, Technology & Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us for Kids Discover STEM and create your own jointed scarecrow on Saturday November 2nd from 11am-12pm. Storytime and instruction begin promptly at 11am, but the room is open to complete activities until 12pm. Registration required.

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.

Storytime In Our Town: Lewis Orchards (SMI)

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Children and families come to the Lewis Orchards for a fun story time.  Please meet us at 11739 Mapleville Rd., Smithsburg, MD.  Together we will enjoy stories, music and...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Children and families come to the Lewis Orchards for a fun story time.  Please meet us at 11739 Mapleville Rd., Smithsburg, MD.  Together we will enjoy stories, music and fun.  Sign up online.  If you are unable to attend the e

Gimli

Read with a Pet: Gimli

Saturday, November 2, 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

Chess pieces

Teen Chess Club

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Drop in for a few games of chess hosted with Ms. Bonnie every first Saturday of the month.

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:

Drop in for a few games of chess hosted with Ms. Bonnie every first Saturday of the month.

Frankie singing

Noteworthy Sundays - Frankie Roma

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

Please join us on Sunday, November 3 for a concert performance by Frankie Roma.  Cocktail attire is requested.  International Swing Singer Frankie Roma has been singing S...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining: 47
Event Details:

Please join us on Sunday, November 3 for a concert performance by Frankie Roma.  Cocktail attire is requested.  International Swing Singer Frankie Roma has been singing Sinatra and Rat Pack genre songs a

winter scene info about the event decoration swap holiday and winter

Winter & Holiday Decoration Swap

All Day
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Do you have old or unused holiday decorations that you are ready to part with? Bring them to our first winter & holiday decoration swap. All holidays, and winter season items. ...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

Do you have old or unused holiday decorations that you are ready to part with? Bring them to our first winter & holiday decoration swap. All holidays, and winter season items.

STEM Challenge Kit - Balloon Pinwheel (SMI)

All Day 11/4 - 11/8
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Assemble these pieces, blow up the balloon and watch it spin.  While supplies last.

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

Assemble these pieces, blow up the balloon and watch it spin.  While supplies last.

Make and Take Craft Kit - Thankful Pumpkin (SMI)

All Day 11/4 - 11/9
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Build a 3D pumpkin and add the things you are thankful for. While supplies last.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Build a 3D pumpkin and add the things you are thankful for. While supplies last.