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Coding & Typing Club

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

Monday, April 13, 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.

*New* Homeschool Hangout

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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

Join our Homeschool Hangout for parents and children!

 

March:

Adults: Let's talk local activities, share ideas. 

Children: STEM activities 

Registration 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
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our Homeschool Hangout for parents and children!

 

March:

Adults: Let's talk local activities, share ideas. 

Children: STEM activities 

Mother and daughter looking at iPad in the library

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, April 15, 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.
program flyer

Special Evening Storytime Guest: Bleu the Friendly Therapy Rabbit

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:45pm - 6:30pm
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 (like the cheese)  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 (like the cheese)  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

Thursday, April 16, 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 family 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 family 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.
Several children smiling while holding books and sitting in the floor in the children's section of the library

Earth Day Celebration

Saturday, April 18, 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 an Earth Day Storytime, then head outside with your family to do an Earth Day Scavenger Hunt along the nature trail behind the library!

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 an Earth Day Storytime, then head outside with your family to do an Earth Day Scavenger Hunt along the nature trail behind the library!

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 Storytime

Saturday, April 18, 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.
Various lego blocks spread across table

LEGO Club

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Lego Club & LEGOs @ the Library:

An interactive program with building challenges with Legos.

Children ages 4 and older, come build with LEGO. A new LEGO building idea every month. Materials must stay at the library. No registration necessary.

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, Fun & Games
Event Details:
An interactive program with building challenges with Legos.

Children ages 4 and older, come build with LEGO. A new LEGO building idea every month. Materials must stay at the library. No registration necessary.

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.
celebrate national library week

National Library Week

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

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

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:

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

make a book fortune teller

National Library Week

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

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

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:

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

pretend play library kit

National Library Week

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

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

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:

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

check out a book with a library as a setting

National Library Week

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

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

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:

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

Bark of the Bog Owl

Homeschool Book Club

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Discussion and activities related to the book. 

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Discussion and activities related to the book. 

Mother and daughter looking at iPad in the library

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, April 22, 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.

Leaders of 250 Years Ago - Thomas Jefferson

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Join us to learn about the leaders that built our country 250 years ago.  This month we will be studying Thomas Jefferson.  Each session will include hands-on activities.  Ages 6 - 12.  Please register.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to learn about the leaders that built our country 250 years ago.  This month we will be studying Thomas Jefferson.  Each session will include hands-on activities.  Ages 6 - 12.  Please register.

check out a book with a cover that makes you smile

National Library Week

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

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

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:

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

Evening Storytime

Thursday, April 23, 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 family 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 family 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.
check out a book by an author new to you

National Library Week

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

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

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:

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

celebrate national library week

National Library Week

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

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

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:

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

Maker/Cricut Club

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:45am
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Join other crafters in creating fun projects with a variety of Cricut machines and heat presses. Each month will feature a different activity. This program is appropriate for ages 12 and up. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join other crafters in creating fun projects with a variety of Cricut machines and heat presses. Each month will feature a different activity. This program is appropriate for ages 12 and up. 

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

Family Storytime

Saturday, April 25, 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.

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.

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 Storytime

Saturday, April 25, 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.

*New* Homeschool Hangout

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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
STEM/STEAM Programming:

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

Join our Homeschool Hangout for parents and children!

March:

Adults: Let's talk local activities, share ideas. 

Children: STEM activities 

Registration 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
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Join our Homeschool Hangout for parents and children!

March:

Adults: Let's talk local activities, share ideas. 

Children: STEM activities 

Home School Enrichment Class: Arts Council Scavenger Hunt!

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)

Join us for an End of the School Year Field Trip to the Washington County Arts Council gallery where we'll test our observation skills with an artwork scavenger hunt. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an End of the School Year Field Trip to the Washington County Arts Council gallery where we'll test our observation skills with an artwork scavenger hunt. 

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.