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Writers & Poets Contest Submissions Accepted

All Day 12/15 - 2/15
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

For full details, please visit the Writers and Poets page on our website. 

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

For full details, please visit the Writers and Poets page on our website. 

Craft Kit - Clay Pot Snowman (SMI)

All Day 1/5 - 1/16
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)

Stop by the library to pick up a craft kit to paint a clay pot to look like a snowman.  While supplies last. 

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the library to pick up a craft kit to paint a clay pot to look like a snowman.  While supplies last. 

STEM Challenge Kit - Human Hand (SMI)

All Day 1/5 - 1/17
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Stop by the library to pick up a STEM Challenge Kit to make a model of the human hand.  While supplies last.

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

Stop by the library to pick up a STEM Challenge Kit to make a model of the human hand.  While supplies last.

Red flyer with event details.

Red Sand Project (HAG)

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone

The Red Sand Project is an interactive art initiative designed to raise awareness about human trafficking, exploitation, and the vulnerabilities that often go unnoticed in our communities.

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The Red Sand Project is an interactive art initiative designed to raise awareness about human trafficking, exploitation, and the vulnerabilities that often go unnoticed in our communities.

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.

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.
Red flyer with event details.

Red Sand Project (WIL)

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone

The Red Sand Project is an interactive art initiative designed to raise awareness about human trafficking, exploitation, and the vulnerabilities that often go unnoticed in our communities.

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The Red Sand Project is an interactive art initiative designed to raise awareness about human trafficking, exploitation, and the vulnerabilities that often go unnoticed in our communities.

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.

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.
Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Pre-School Storytime (BNS)

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Preschool Story Time:

Story time for children ages 3-5.

Come join us for a fun Storytime with rhymes, songs, and a craft.

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:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Come join us for a fun Storytime with rhymes, songs, and a craft.

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.
Tween hangout flyer

Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG)

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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)

NEW! A weekly hangout and advisory board for 9 through 12 year olds. We will eat snacks, play games, make crafts, and talk about what fun things we should do at the library. No registration necessary. Be there or be square!

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
Event Details:

NEW! A weekly hangout and advisory board for 9 through 12 year olds. We will eat snacks, play games, make crafts, and talk about what fun things we should do at the library. No registration necessary. Be there or be square!

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¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés)

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Conference Room - 334 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone

Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to learn in a fun, no-pressure environment. Come chat with us!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to learn in a fun, no-pressure environment. Come chat with us!

emotion art

Afterschool STEAM CLE

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Community Room - CLE at Clear Spring Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
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.

Every 2nd Thursday we will explore different aspects of STEAM. 

January - Art with emotions/water color

February - Beginning Coding with Sphero Indi cars

March - Easter Eggs

April - Rube Goldberg machines

Registration Required
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Every 2nd Thursday we will explore different aspects of STEAM. 

January - Art with emotions/water color

February - Beginning Coding with Sphero Indi cars

March - Easter Eggs

April - Rube Goldberg machines

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.
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*New* Special Evening Storytime Guest: Bleu the Friendly Therapy rabbit (WIL)

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:45pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Join us for a special visit to our Evening Storytime from Bleu, the friendly therapy rabbit. Bleu loves to visit and bring smiles to everyone she meets.

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

Join us for a special visit to our Evening Storytime from Bleu, the friendly therapy rabbit. Bleu loves to visit and bring smiles to everyone she meets.

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.

Evening Storytime (WIL)

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Preschool Story Time:

Story time for children ages 3-5.

Are you unable to attend the morning storytime, then this evening storytime is a great alternative. Join us for books, music,  and educational activities. 

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Are you unable to attend the morning storytime, then this evening storytime is a great alternative. Join us for books, music,  and educational activities. 

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.
Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Family Story Night (HAG)

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Join us for our Family Story Night for children of all ages. 

 

 

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Join us for our Family Story Night for children of 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.

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.

2025 Escape Room

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room 2 - 309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone

You're attending a New Year party, but when the clock is about to hit midnight, it stops! You are stuck in 2025 and must figure out the clues and puzzles to move forward to 2026! Do you have the pop culture knowledge to Escape 2025?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Community Room 2 - 309
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're attending a New Year party, but when the clock is about to hit midnight, it stops! You are stuck in 2025 and must figure out the clues and puzzles to move forward to 2026! Do you have the pop culture knowledge to Escape 2025?

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.

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.

2025 Escape Room

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room 2 - 309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone

You're attending a New Year party, but when the clock is about to hit midnight, it stops! You are stuck in 2025 and must figure out the clues and puzzles to move forward to 2026! Do you have the pop culture knowledge to Escape 2025?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Community Room 2 - 309
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're attending a New Year party, but when the clock is about to hit midnight, it stops! You are stuck in 2025 and must figure out the clues and puzzles to move forward to 2026! Do you have the pop culture knowledge to Escape 2025?

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.

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

Igloo STEM Challenge Family Story Time - (BNS)

Saturday, January 10, 2026 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)

Join Miss Alyssa for a fun Themed Family Storytime with stories and songs. We'll read about igloos and build our own igloos!  

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 Alyssa for a fun Themed Family Storytime with stories and songs. We'll read about igloos and build our own igloos!  

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, January 10, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Join us in the children's room for books, songs, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for all ages.  No registration required.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
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, songs, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for all ages.  No registration 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.

2025 Escape Room

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room 2 - 309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone

You're attending a New Year party, but when the clock is about to hit midnight, it stops! You are stuck in 2025 and must figure out the clues and puzzles to move forward to 2026! Do you have the pop culture knowledge to Escape 2025?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Community Room 2 - 309
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're attending a New Year party, but when the clock is about to hit midnight, it stops! You are stuck in 2025 and must figure out the clues and puzzles to move forward to 2026! Do you have the pop culture knowledge to Escape 2025?

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.

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.

Pokémon Trading Club (SMI)

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)

Bring your Pokémon cards to trade with others in our community room and socialize while you build your deck.  This is for ages 6-17.  Intermediary provided to ensure fair trades.  Parental supervision required for 10 and under.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Bring your Pokémon cards to trade with others in our community room and socialize while you build your deck.  This is for ages 6-17.  Intermediary provided to ensure fair trades.  Parental supervision required for 10 and under.

2025 Escape Room

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room 2 - 309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone

You're attending a New Year party, but when the clock is about to hit midnight, it stops! You are stuck in 2025 and must figure out the clues and puzzles to move forward to 2026! Do you have the pop culture knowledge to Escape 2025?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Community Room 2 - 309
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're attending a New Year party, but when the clock is about to hit midnight, it stops! You are stuck in 2025 and must figure out the clues and puzzles to move forward to 2026! Do you have the pop culture knowledge to Escape 2025?

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.

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.

2025 Escape Room

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room 2 - 309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone

You're attending a New Year party, but when the clock is about to hit midnight, it stops! You are stuck in 2025 and must figure out the clues and puzzles to move forward to 2026! Do you have the pop culture knowledge to Escape 2025?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Community Room 2 - 309
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're attending a New Year party, but when the clock is about to hit midnight, it stops! You are stuck in 2025 and must figure out the clues and puzzles to move forward to 2026! Do you have the pop culture knowledge to Escape 2025?

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.

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.
Coding & Typing Club

Home School Enrichment Class: Coding & Typing Club SECTION 1 (HAG)

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom Lab 315 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
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.

Join us for a NEW Home School Enrichment Class offering: Coding & Typing Club. This introductory course will allow students ages 6 to 13 to explore touch typing concepts and beginner level coding at their own pace. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Classroom Lab 315
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Join us for a NEW Home School Enrichment Class offering: Coding & Typing Club. This introductory course will allow students ages 6 to 13 to explore touch typing concepts and beginner level coding at their own pace. 

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.

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.
Coding & Typing Club

Home School Enrichment Class: Coding & Typing Club SECTION 2 (HAG)

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Classroom Lab 315 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
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.

Join us for a NEW Home School Enrichment Class offering: Coding & Typing Club. This introductory course will allow students ages 6 to 13 to explore touch typing concepts and beginner level coding at their own pace. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Classroom Lab 315
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Join us for a NEW Home School Enrichment Class offering: Coding & Typing Club. This introductory course will allow students ages 6 to 13 to explore touch typing concepts and beginner level coding at their own pace. 

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.

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.
Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Pre-School Storytime (BNS)

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Preschool Story Time:

Story time for children ages 3-5.

Come join us for a fun Storytime with rhymes, songs, and a craft.

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:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Come join us for a fun Storytime with rhymes, songs, and a craft.

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.

Colonial America (SMI)

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Join us to learn about time periods in US history that had a huge impact.  Each session will include hands-on activities.  In January we will study Colonial America.  For ages 6 - 12.  Please register online or call.

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

Join us to learn about time periods in US history that had a huge impact.  Each session will include hands-on activities.  In January we will study Colonial America.  For ages 6 - 12.  Please register online or call.