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

Santa Story Time (SHA)

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Santa will be here!  He will read a story and make balloon animals.  Bring a camera to take a picture with Mr. Claus. 

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

Santa will be here!  He will read a story and make balloon animals.  Bring a camera to take a picture with Mr. Claus. 

winter solstice, trees, snow, snowman dec 19th 5- 6:30

Winter Solstice Party

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us to help celebrate the Winter Solstice, the first day of winter and the shortest day of the year. We will share winter books, crafts, and activities.    &nbs...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us to help celebrate the Winter Solstice, the first day of winter and the shortest day of the year. We will share winter books, crafts, and activities. 

 

 

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.

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.
Build a Gingerbread House! December 19 at 6pm; Pre-K - 5th Grade

Build a Gingerbread House

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Come use your creativity and engineering skills to create a whimsical "gingerbread" house. We'll be using graham crackers, frosting, and assorted candies as our tools. For families...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Come use your creativity and engineering skills to create a whimsical "gingerbread" house. We'll be using graham crackers, frosting, and assorted candies as our tools. For families ages 4 - 12. 

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Ruth Ann Monroe Primary School

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:45am
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!

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

Friday, December 20, 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, December 20, 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, December 20, 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: 20
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, December 20, 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.
Paints, colored pencils, and other arts and crafts supplies

Tween STEAM Club: Knitting as Code: Finger Knit Snakes (HAG)

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
STEM/STEAM Programming:

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

Event Details:

Did you know that computer programming with coding is a lot like knitting? Come find out how, and learn to knit (or code!) your own toy snake. Ages 9 to 12. Registration requested....

Required
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Did you know that computer programming with coding is a lot like knitting? Come find out how, and learn to knit (or code!) your own toy snake. Ages 9 to 12. Registration requested. 

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

VolunTeen Orientation

Friday, December 20, 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!

holiday shop information

The Holiday Shop

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Stop by the Children's Department on Saturdays November 30, December 14, and December 21 for make and take Christmas and Hanukkah crafts.  Each week will feature different pro...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Children's Department on Saturdays November 30, December 14, and December 21 for make and take Christmas and Hanukkah crafts.  Each week will feature different projects.  Crafting supplies will be available during regular lib

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

Family Story Time - (BNS)

Saturday, December 21, 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, December 21, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Room SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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.
crystal bowl on floor in front of seated person

Teen Sound Bath

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Come calm and heal in a submersive experience that's not just for your ears but your body as well.  

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:

Come calm and heal in a submersive experience that's not just for your ears but your body as well.  

Legos at the Library (HAG)

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Lego Club & LEGOs @ the Library:

An interactive program with building challenges with Legos.

Event Details:

Legos at the Library is BACK at Fletcher Branch, with a new date and time: The third Saturday of each month, from 2-3 p.m. Stop by and show off your engineering skills! 

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:
An interactive program with building challenges with Legos.

Legos at the Library is BACK at Fletcher Branch, with a new date and time: The third Saturday of each month, from 2-3 p.m. Stop by and show off your engineering skills! 

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Robin's Nest Daycare

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 8:30am - 8:45am
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: Heidi Cermeno Daycare

Monday, December 23, 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: Fun & Learning Center

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
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: Ritchey's Totlot Child Care Center

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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, December 23, 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.
Day in the Life of a Civil War Soldier Program for Home School Students

Home School Enrichment Class (HAG)

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
STEM/STEAM Programming:

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

Event Details:

Step back in time with a real live (reenactor) civil war soldier as he shares his story of surviving the cold winter, and marching through Hagerstown and surrounding areas. Home sc...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Step back in time with a real live (reenactor) civil war soldier as he shares his story of surviving the cold winter, and marching through Hagerstown and surrounding areas.

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.

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Bookmobile Stop: South Pointe @ Hunters Woods Dr

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 2:15pm - 2:45pm
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!

Polar Express Movie Showing

Special Holiday Movie Matinee: The Polar Express

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Culture
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Come to Fletcher Branch library for a very merry matinee on Christmas Eve Eve. "The Polar Express" begins at 3:30. Free popcorn provided by Warehouse Cinemas Leitersburg, and free ...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Event Details:

Come to Fletcher Branch library for a very merry matinee on Christmas Eve Eve. "The Polar Express" begins at 3:30. Free popcorn provided by Warehouse Cinemas Leitersburg, and free hot chocolate provided as well.

Christmas Holiday closings 2024

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
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

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th in observance of the Christmas holiday. We will reopen at our n...

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 Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th in observance of the Christmas holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Thursday, December 26, 2024.