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September STEM Kit - Flying Helicopter (SMI)

All Day 9/2 - 9/23
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

How do helicopters work?  Learn about them in this STEM kit.  While supplies last.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

How do helicopters work?  Learn about them in this STEM kit.  While supplies last.

September Craft Kit - Decorate a Notebook (SMI)

All Day 9/2 - 9/25
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)

Pick up a notebook and some craft supplies to create a new notebook for school. While supplies last.

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

Pick up a notebook and some craft supplies to create a new notebook for school. While supplies last.

Picture of Sharpsburg MD

Scavenger Hunt (SHA)

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Everyone

In honor of Sharpsburg Days.  Pick up your clues and return them completed before we close for a treat or a donated Sharpsburg book.  While supplies last 

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

In honor of Sharpsburg Days.  Pick up your clues and return them completed before we close for a treat or a donated Sharpsburg book.  While supplies last 

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

Family Story Time - (BNS)

Saturday, September 20, 2025 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.
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Hagerstown Homesteaders

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Conference Room - 334 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Welcome to the Hagerstown Homesteaders, a monthly Gardening Club.  Our goals are to teach you how to grow food from scratch, harvest and preserve food, and cook it from scratch.  We will also teach you how to lay ou

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to the Hagerstown Homesteaders, a monthly Gardening Club.  Our goals are to teach you how to grow food from scratch, harvest and preserve food, and cook it from scratch.  We will also teach you how to lay ou

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.
Be Our Guest

Be Our Guest Tea Party

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Come one and all to the most enchanting tea party in the land! Join Princess Belle and friends for a fairytale tea party. Dress as your favorite Disney character. Enjoy snacks, crafts, games, and more! Registration is required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come one and all to the most enchanting tea party in the land! Join Princess Belle and friends for a fairytale tea party. Dress as your favorite Disney character. Enjoy snacks, crafts, games, and more! Registration is 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.

Food Allergies

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

Be Our Guest Tea Party

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Classroom Lab 315 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Purpose of Meeting:

we'd like to use the community room for a Belle (Be Our Guest) Tea Party and use 315 as a quiet space

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Classroom Lab 315
Purpose of Meeting

we'd like to use the community room for a Belle (Be Our Guest) Tea Party and use 315 as a quiet space

Bookmobile Special Event: City Park Fall Fest

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

This event in partnership with the South End Block Party will feature family-fun activities spread across six sites in the park. The Bookmobile will be open for tours, book check-out and signing up for a library card.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

This event in partnership with the South End Block Party will feature family-fun activities spread across six sites in the park. The Bookmobile will be open for tours, book check-out and signing up for a library card.

Saturday Story Time (SMI)

Saturday, September 20, 2025 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.

Bookmobile Stop: Robin's Nest Daycare

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 8:30am - 8:45am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Heidi Cermeno Daycare

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 9:15am - 9:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Fun & Learning Center

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Toddler Time (HAG)

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)

Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library!  For ages 18-36 months.  Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online registration is not enabled.

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

Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library!  For ages 18-36 months.  Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online registration is not enabled.

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.
halloween swap image of costumes and dates of event

Halloween Costume Swap (WIL)

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 7:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us for our first Halloween Costume Swap. Costumes and accessories for all ages, all sizes. Gently used and in good or great condition are accepted. Drop off Sept 22- Oct 10th during branch hours. 

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

Join us for our first Halloween Costume Swap. Costumes and accessories for all ages, all sizes. Gently used and in good or great condition are accepted. Drop off Sept 22- Oct 10th during branch hours. 

Bookmobile Stop: Little Friends Bilingual Childcare

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Toddler Time (HAG)

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)

Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library!  For ages 18-36 months.  Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online registration is not enabled.

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

Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library!  For ages 18-36 months.  Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online registration is not enabled.

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.
colorful image of book, magical. Storytime now in Williamport Library

Toddler Time (WIL)

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)

Stories, felt stories, finger plays, and music. Join us and let's plan and learn together at Toddler Time.  All ages are welcome!

 

 

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Stories, felt stories, finger plays, and music. Join us and let's plan and learn together at Toddler Time.  All ages are welcome!

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs/Videography

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Wiggles & Giggles Toddler Playtime (WIL)

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)

Join us after storytime to wiggle, play, and socialize in our storytime area. Organized activities will be provided from time to time. 

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us after storytime to wiggle, play, and socialize in our storytime area. Organized activities will be provided from time to time. 

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.
Baseball Stadium Tour

Home School Enrichment Class: Flying Boxcars Stadium Tour (HAG)

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Business, Government & Legal, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)

Hey home schoolers: Get an exclusive sneak peek at what goes on behind the scenes at the Flying Boxcars baseball stadium. This class will meet at Fletcher Branch library at 1:30, and walk to the stadium as a group for a 2:00 tour.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Business, Government & Legal, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hey home schoolers: Get an exclusive sneak peek at what goes on behind the scenes at the Flying Boxcars baseball stadium. This class will meet at Fletcher Branch library at 1:30, and walk to the stadium as a group for a 2:00 tour.

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.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: South Pointe @ Hunter's Woods Dr

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 2:15pm - 2:45pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Everyone is welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Everyone is welcome!

Dungeons and Dragons!

Monday, September 22, 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)

Join Dungeon Master Robert, one of our teen volunteers, for Dungeons and Dragons for Teens! Space is limited, so make sure you sign up!  

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

Join Dungeon Master Robert, one of our teen volunteers, for Dungeons and Dragons for Teens! Space is limited, so make sure you sign up!  

halloween swap image of costumes and dates of event

Halloween Costume Swap (WIL)

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 7:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us for our first Halloween Costume Swap. Costumes and accessories for all ages, all sizes. Gently used and in good or great condition are accepted. Drop off Sept 22- Oct 10th during branch hours. 

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

Join us for our first Halloween Costume Swap. Costumes and accessories for all ages, all sizes. Gently used and in good or great condition are accepted. Drop off Sept 22- Oct 10th during branch hours. 

Mother and daughter looking at iPad in the library

Toddler Time (BNS)

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Toddler Time:

Learning and reading about numbers, shapes and colors with other toddlers ages 18-36 months.

Gather with other Toddlers to learn Numbers, Shapes, and Colors at Story Time.

Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Learning and reading about numbers, shapes and colors with other toddlers ages 18-36 months.

Gather with other Toddlers to learn Numbers, Shapes, and Colors at Story Time.

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.
evebt flyer with dates and time with graphic of children and adults

Homeschool Back to School Meet UP (WIL)

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us for a fall Homeschool Meet Up. Discuss ideas for homeschool events at the library, socialize with other homeschool families, and find out what we have to offer your homeschooler (s) this year. 

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

Join us for a fall Homeschool Meet Up. Discuss ideas for homeschool events at the library, socialize with other homeschool families, and find out what we have to offer your homeschooler (s) this year.