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Small fall leaf bowl

Family Take-and-Make: Small Fall Leaf Bowl (HAN)

All Day 11/4 - 11/30
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Event Details:

Create a beautiful bowl with artificial fall leaves. *This craft is for ages 6 and up.

Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Create a beautiful bowl with artificial fall leaves.

*This craft is for ages 6 and up.

Make and Take Craft Kit - Thankful Pumpkin (SMI)

All Day 11/12 - 11/25
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.

STEM Challenge Kit - Balloon Pinwheel (SMI)

All Day 11/12 - 11/25
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.

Toddler Time (SMI)

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Toddlers aged 18 - 36 months and their caregivers will enjoy books, songs, flannel stories and rhymes with a librarian.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Toddlers aged 18 - 36 months and their caregivers will enjoy books, songs, flannel stories and rhymes with a librarian.

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

Story Time (SHA)

Thursday, November 21, 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:

Join Miss Susan for stories, activities, and a craft. 

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

Join Miss Susan for stories, activities, and a craft. 

fall family bingo november 21 5pm register today

Fall Family BINGO!

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for Fall Family BINGO! This Family friendly event is perfect for all ages. We will play 10 games for mini prizes. Join us. Space is limited, registration opens June Novembe...

Required
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join us for Fall Family BINGO! This Family friendly event is perfect for all ages. We will play 10 games for mini prizes. Join us. Space is limited, registration opens June November 1st.

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

Family Story Night (HAG)

Thursday, November 21, 2024 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)
Event Details:

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

Thanksgiving Story Time & Fun - (BNS)

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Join us for some fun Thanksgiving Stories and activities, then we will make lots of crafts for you to take home.

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

Join us for some fun Thanksgiving Stories and activities, then we will make lots of crafts for you to take home.

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.

Saturday Story Time (SMI)

Saturday, November 23, 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.
Wool Dyeing Art for home schoolers

Home School Enrichment: Wool Dyeing Class 1 (HAG)

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room - 227 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:

Let's make art by dyeing wool! The 4H Extension Office of Washington County will teach us how. For home schoolers grades 1 through 8. Fletcher Branch Storytime Room 227. Registrati...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
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: 0
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Let's make art by dyeing wool! The 4H Extension Office of Washington County will teach us how. For home schoolers grades 1 through 8. Fletcher Branch Storytime Room 227. Registration Required. This is the first class section. 

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.
Wool Dyeing Art for home schoolers

Home School Enrichment Class: Wool Dyeing CLASS 2 (HAG)

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Storytime Room - 227 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:

Let's make art by dyeing wool! The 4H Extension Office of Washington County will teach us how. For home schoolers grades 1 through 8. Fletcher Branch Storytime Room 227. Registrati...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
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: 0
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Let's make art by dyeing wool! The 4H Extension Office of Washington County will teach us how. For home schoolers grades 1 through 8. Fletcher Branch Storytime Room 227. Registration Required. This is the second class section. 

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.
Boy Scouts of America

Boy Scout Presentation

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Community Room - CLE at Clear Spring Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Presentation by the "Adopt a Highway Coordinator" and the Boy Scouts of America

Required
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Presentation by the "Adopt a Highway Coordinator" and the Boy Scouts of America

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

Pre-School Storytime (BNS)

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 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.

Event Details:

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.
holiday shop information

The Holiday Shop

Saturday, November 30, 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, November 30, 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, November 30, 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.

Family Take-and-Make: Layered Paper Tree Ornament (HAN)

All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Event Details:

Create a beautiful layered stand-up tree ornament... with decorations! *This craft is for patrons 6 to adult. *One kit per person. Please add each person separately.

Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Create a beautiful layered stand-up tree ornament... with decorations!

*This craft is for patrons 6 to adult.
*One kit per person. Please add each person separately.

Make and Take Craft Kit - Christmas Ornament (SMI)

All Day 12/2 - 12/20
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Create a Christmas ornament to hang on your tree.  While supplies last.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

Create a Christmas ornament to hang on your tree.  While supplies last.

STEM Challenge Kit - Christmas Paper Circuit Card (SMI)

12/02/2024 @ 7:15pm to 12/20/2024 @ 8:15pm
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Create a card for a loved one that lights up. While supplies last.

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

Create a card for a loved one that lights up. While supplies last.

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

Pre-School Storytime (BNS)

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 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.

Event Details:

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.

Reindeer Pinecone Craft Time Fun! (BNS)

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Make a Pine Cone into a Reindeer as an Ornament or Table Decoration to be kept and treasured or to be given as a present. We will also serve Cocoa to enjoy our Craft Time together....

Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Make a Pine Cone into a Reindeer as an Ornament or Table Decoration to be kept and treasured or to be given as a present. We will also serve Cocoa to enjoy our Craft Time together.

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Toddler Time (SMI)

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Toddlers aged 18 - 36 months and their caregivers will enjoy books, songs, flannel stories and rhymes with a librarian.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Toddlers aged 18 - 36 months and their caregivers will enjoy books, songs, flannel stories and rhymes with a librarian.

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

Story Time (SHA)

Thursday, December 5, 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:

Join Miss Susan for stories, activities, and a craft. 

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

Join Miss Susan for stories, activities, and a craft. 

sunset, book and words "evening storytime"

*New* Evening Storytime

Thursday, December 5, 2024 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.

Event Details:

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

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. Every first Thursday of the month.

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.