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Halloween Costume Swap (WIL)

Thursday, September 25, 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. 

Toddler Time (SMI)

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)

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: Young Children (0-6)
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.

Bookmobile Stop: Rehoboth Learning Center @ Rehoboth United Methodist Church

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 11:15am - 11:45am
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!

Appalachian Save a Life Day (SMI)

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Appalachian Save a Life Day is a day to bring awareness and resources to Appalachian communities coping with opioid addiction.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Appalachian Save a Life Day is a day to bring awareness and resources to Appalachian communities coping with opioid addiction.

Community Story Time (SHA)

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)

Meet at the Sharpsburg Library, and we will walk and explore the new Sharpsburg Park on the corner of Main and Church Street. 

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

Meet at the Sharpsburg Library, and we will walk and explore the new Sharpsburg Park on the corner of Main and Church Street. 

Back-to-School Bingo Trivia (BNS)

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)

Back to School Bingo Trivia 

Thursday, September 25th @ 4:30 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Back to School Bingo Trivia 

Thursday, September 25th @ 4:30 

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.
game night tournament 1v1 style tournament

Game Night: Tournament

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Win prizes, eat snacks, and take home the glory at Game Night: Tournament! 1v1 style tournament with the game of your choice: Nintendo, Roblox, Fortnite, and more.  

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:

Win prizes, eat snacks, and take home the glory at Game Night: Tournament! 1v1 style tournament with the game of your choice: Nintendo, Roblox, Fortnite, and more.  

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Pokemon Trivia for Young Adults

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Culture
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Who doesn't wanna catch them all? Pokemon that is. Join us for a Pokemon Trivia for older Teens & young adults. No registration is needed. 

Test your skills and knowledge. 

 

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Event Details:

Who doesn't wanna catch them all? Pokemon that is. Join us for a Pokemon Trivia for older Teens & young adults. No registration is needed. 

Test your skills and knowledge. 

 

Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Family Story Night (HAG)

Thursday, September 25, 2025 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.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

Friday, September 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Bring your project and join this group.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your project and join this group.

halloween swap image of costumes and dates of event

Halloween Costume Swap (WIL)

Friday, September 26, 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. 

Pre-School Story Time (SMI)

Friday, September 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)

Calling all ages - join Miss Laura on Fridays at 11:00 AM for story time.  Books, fingerplays, flannel stories, songs and more.  No registration required.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Calling all ages - join Miss Laura on Fridays at 11:00 AM for story time.  Books, fingerplays, flannel stories, songs and more.  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.
Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Pre-School Storytime (HAG)

Friday, September 26, 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)

Join us for our Pre-School Storytime for children ages 3-5.  

 

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:

Join us for our Pre-School Storytime for children ages 3-5.  

 

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.
Mother and young baby looking at book together

Infant Lapsit Storytime (BNS)

Friday, September 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Infant Story Time/Lap Sit:

Interactive reading setting for children ages birth to 18 months.

Had a baby in the last 18 months? Would you like to meet other parents and enjoy a few books and baby bounce rhymes/songs? This storytime is meant for wee ones, birth-18 months. Older siblings are always welcome too.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Registration Required
Event Details:
Interactive reading setting for children ages birth to 18 months.

Had a baby in the last 18 months? Would you like to meet other parents and enjoy a few books and baby bounce rhymes/songs? This storytime is meant for wee ones, birth-18 months. Older siblings are always welcome too.

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.
Apple

Preserving Apples 4 Ways

Friday, September 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Hagerstown Homesteaders presents Preserving Apples 4 Ways with Jakki Williams. Please join us as we preserve apples to make Applesauce, Apple Butter, Apple Pie Filling, and Apple Jelly.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hagerstown Homesteaders presents Preserving Apples 4 Ways with Jakki Williams. Please join us as we preserve apples to make Applesauce, Apple Butter, Apple Pie Filling, and Apple Jelly.

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.

STEM Club @ the Hancock Library (HAN)

Friday, September 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Each month, students in grades K-5 will participate in a different STEM activity.

January: Create a marble maze with LEGO's

February: Build a simple machine with Rig-A-Ma-Jig's

Registration Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Each month, students in grades K-5 will participate in a different STEM activity.

January: Create a marble maze with LEGO's

February: Build a simple machine with Rig-A-Ma-Jig's

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.

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.
VolunTeen Orientation -- Every 2nd and 4th Friday 5-5:30 PM

VolunTeen Orientation

Friday, September 26, 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)

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!

Registration 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
Registration Required
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, September 27, 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

(NOTE: This event is rescheduled from September 20. Please remember to REGISTER if you plan to attend.) So you have a Cricut (Joy, Joy Xtra, Explore, Maker, Venture.) Now you want to know what you can do with it.

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:

(NOTE: This event is rescheduled from September 20. Please remember to REGISTER if you plan to attend.) So you have a Cricut (Joy, Joy Xtra, Explore, Maker, Venture.) Now you want to know what you can do with it.

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.

Writers Group (SMI)

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Join this fun and informal group of fellow writers to share writing, feedback, and ideas.  

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join this fun and informal group of fellow writers to share writing, feedback, and ideas.  

halloween swap image of costumes and dates of event

Halloween Costume Swap (WIL)

Saturday, September 27, 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. 

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 27, 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.

Saturday Story Time (SMI)

Saturday, September 27, 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.

Family Craft Saturday: Paper Tube Fall Wreaths (HAN)

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Due to scheduling conflicts, this event has been rescheduled to Saturday, September 27.

 

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:

Due to scheduling conflicts, this event has been rescheduled to Saturday, September 27.

 

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.
Dark brown background with coffee beans and a cup of coffee. Title and infomation of the event.

Coffee & Sound Bath

Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults

Explore the flavors of coffee and experience the wellness effects of a Sound Bath!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the flavors of coffee and experience the wellness effects of a Sound Bath!

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.

Food Allergies

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

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.