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Wolfe's Exotic Live Reptile Show (HAG) (SRC)

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Do you love reptiles and other animals? Come meet some new scaly friends at this live animal show. All ages welcome. This is a Summer Reading Club event. 

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), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Do you love reptiles and other animals? Come meet some new scaly friends at this live animal show. All ages welcome. This is a Summer Reading Club event. 

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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Game Night in The Teen Department

Game Night

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Game Night!1st Thursday - Switch Night2nd Thursday - Card Games3rd Thursday - Board Games4th Thursday - Competition Night

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Game Night!

1st Thursday - Switch Night

2nd Thursday - Card Games

3rd Thursday - Board Games

4th Thursday - Competition Night

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.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

Friday, June 13, 2025 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.

Summer Reading Club Kickoff Party (SMI)

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Color Your World is the theme of the Summer Reading Club and we will be celebrating our kickoff with colorful art stations in the Community Room.  This is a drop in event so s...

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Color Your World is the theme of the Summer Reading Club and we will be celebrating our kickoff with colorful art stations in the Community Room.

Pokémon Trading Club (SMI)

Saturday, June 14, 2025 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)
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...

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.

Stitch Art (SMI)

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Teens and tweens, learn the basic stitch to start your journey to decorating personal items as seen in trending videos.  Everything will be provided.  For ages 10 and up....

Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Teens and tweens, learn the basic stitch to start your journey to decorating personal items as seen in trending videos.  Everything will be provided.  For ages 10 and up.  Sign up online.

It's Game Night (SMI)

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Event Details:

The library is hosting game night.  Board games are available.  Ages 12 and up please. Registering will give us an idea of how many people to prep for.  Bring your f...

Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

The library is hosting game night.  Board games are available.  Ages 12 and up please. Registering will give us an idea of how many people to prep for.  Bring your favorite board game.

Game Night in The Teen Department

Game Night

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Game Night!1st Thursday - Switch Night2nd Thursday - Card Games3rd Thursday - Board Games4th Thursday - Competition Night

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Game Night!

1st Thursday - Switch Night

2nd Thursday - Card Games

3rd Thursday - Board Games

4th Thursday - Competition Night

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.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

Friday, June 20, 2025 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.

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

VolunTeen Orientation

Friday, June 20, 2025 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!

Cricut/Maker Club (HAN)

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Event Details:

So you have a Cricut (Joy, Joy Xtra, Explore, Maker, Venture.) Now you want to know what you can do with it. Join other crafters in the adventure that is creating with all things C...

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
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

So you have a Cricut (Joy, Joy Xtra, Explore, Maker, Venture.) Now you want to know what you can do with it. Join other crafters in the adventure that is creating with all things Cricut!

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.

Family Craft Saturday: Color Our World Paint Day - Sunflowers! (HAN)

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Event Details:

Color our world with Sunflowers! Paint a beautiful sunflower on black canvas.This program is open to all ages, but is recommended for ages 8 and up.Children under the age of 9 will...

Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Color our world with Sunflowers! Paint a beautiful sunflower on black canvas.

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.

Tween & Teen Tuesday (WIL)

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

New program for Tweens & Teens, ages 11-18. Stop by the Teen/Young Adult area each month for a craft, discussion, poll, or activity.April:  We will create poetry your choi...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

New program for Tweens & Teens, ages 11-18. Stop by the Teen/Young Adult area each month for a craft, discussion, poll, or activity.

April:  We will create poetry your choice- black out or concrete

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

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Western Maryland Room 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
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 le...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Western Maryland Room
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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!

LEGO Club (HAN)

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Attention Legomaniacs! Join other LEGO lovers in some bricktastic building fun! A different challenge each month! This event is for students in grades 1 through 5.No dropoffs,...

Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Attention Legomaniacs! Join other LEGO lovers in some bricktastic building fun! A different challenge each 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.

Summer Reading Club BINGO! Kick-off (WIL)

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for BINGO! Family friendly event for all ages. Space is limited, registration opens June 1.

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, Summer Reading Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join us for BINGO! Family friendly event for all ages. Space is limited, registration opens June 1.

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.
Game Night in The Teen Department

Game Night

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Game Night!1st Thursday - Switch Night2nd Thursday - Card Games3rd Thursday - Board Games4th Thursday - Competition Night

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Game Night!

1st Thursday - Switch Night

2nd Thursday - Card Games

3rd Thursday - Board Games

4th Thursday - Competition Night

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.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

Friday, June 27, 2025 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.

Homeschool at the Library

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room - CLE at Clear Spring Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
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.

Event Details:

Join us for a variety of STEM activities, crafts and more.  Please check with Clear Spring Branch manager for details of each month's event.

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, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Join us for a variety of STEM activities, crafts and more.  Please check with Clear Spring Branch manager for details of each month's event.

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.
Game Night in The Teen Department

Game Night

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Game Night!1st Thursday - Switch Night2nd Thursday - Card Games3rd Thursday - Board Games4th Thursday - Competition Night

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Game Night!

1st Thursday - Switch Night

2nd Thursday - Card Games

3rd Thursday - Board Games

4th Thursday - Competition Night

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.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

Friday, July 4, 2025 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.

Cancelled
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.

Cricut/Maker Club (HAN)

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Event Details:

So you have a Cricut (Joy, Joy Xtra, Explore, Maker, Venture.) Now you want to know what you can do with it. Join other crafters in the adventure that is creating with all things C...

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
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

So you have a Cricut (Joy, Joy Xtra, Explore, Maker, Venture.) Now you want to know what you can do with it. Join other crafters in the adventure that is creating with all things Cricut!

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.

LEGO Club (HAN)

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Attention Legomaniacs! Join other LEGO lovers in some bricktastic building fun! A different challenge each month! This event is for students in grades 1 through 5.No dropoffs,...

Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Attention Legomaniacs! Join other LEGO lovers in some bricktastic building fun! A different challenge each 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.

Homeschool at the Library

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room - CLE at Clear Spring Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
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.

Event Details:

Join us for a variety of STEM activities, crafts and more.  Please check with Clear Spring Branch manager for details of each month's event.

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, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Join us for a variety of STEM activities, crafts and more.  Please check with Clear Spring Branch manager for details of each month's event.

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.