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Saturday Story Time (SMI)

Saturday, January 11, 2025 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.
Meals on Wheels Valentine information

Valentines for Meals on Wheels

All Day
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Children's Department is collecting valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program until February 5, 2025.  We are asking you to help make the d...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

The Children's Department is collecting valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program until February 5, 2025.  We are asking you to help make the day a little brighter for those who are feeling isolated at home.

Make a Valentine (SMI)

All Day 1/13 - 1/18
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Smithsburg Branch is collecting Valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program.  Supplies will be available or bring in a Valentine from home!

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

The Smithsburg Branch is collecting Valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program.  Supplies will be available or bring in a Valentine from home!

Bookmobile Stop: Stonecroft Apartments

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 8:45am - 9:00am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: My Favorite Place

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 9:15am - 9:45am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. Children, families and staff from My Favorite Place are welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. Children, families and staff from My Favorite Place are welcome!

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

Toddler Time (HAG)

Monday, January 13, 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)
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 ...

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. Current session runs January-March.

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: Pleasant Valley Road

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: My Favorite Place @ Smithsburg Valley Church

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:15am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. My favorite place children, families and staff are welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. My favorite place children, families and staff are welcome!

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

Toddler Time (HAG)

Monday, January 13, 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)
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 ...

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. Current session runs January-March.

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, January 13, 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)
Event Details:

Sing, dance, and learn together at Toddler Time. A small activity will be provided after story 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:

Sing, dance, and learn together at Toddler Time. A small activity will be provided after story 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.

Bookmobile Stop: Kare'N for Kids Daycare

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 11:30am - 11:45am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. Kare'N for Kids children, families and staff are welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. Kare'N for Kids children, families and staff are welcome!

*NEW* Wiggles & Giggles Toddler Playtime (WIL)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Join us after storytime to wiggle and play in our storytime area.

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 and play in our storytime area.

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.

*New* Crafty Companions (WIL)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Craft Time for adults with developmental disabilities. Join us for a craft each month at our center table with your companion. All supplies are provided.  January's Craft: wat...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Craft Time for adults with developmental disabilities. Join us for a craft each month at our center table with your companion. All supplies are provided.  

January's Craft: watercolor painting 

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.
Book Club Jan 13

Home School Enrichment Class (HAG): Book Club

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 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:

 Home schoolers grades 1 through 8 welcome. This month, we read "The Wild Robot" and "Layla and the Bots", and for a special treat, we will watch the new movie "The Wild Robot...

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), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

 Home schoolers grades 1 through 8 welcome. This month, we read "The Wild Robot" and "Layla and the Bots", and for a special treat, we will watch the new movie "The Wild Robot".

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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Bookmobile Stop: 122 E Magnolia Ave

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Everyone is welcome!

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

Everyone is welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Foxleigh Meadows @ Johnnycake Lane

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 3:15pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Everyone is welcome!

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

Everyone is welcome!

Tea cup with book shelf design on top of small stack of books

Teen Book and Tea Tasting

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

January is National Tea month!  We made scones last week, and this Monday we will taste different teas, eat some tea sandwiches and treats, and pick a book to check out based ...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

January is National Tea month!  We made scones last week, and this Monday we will taste different teas, eat some tea sandwiches and treats, and pick a book to check out based on the “taste” of the plot revealed on the cover.

digital detox

Teen Digital Detox

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Come put down your phone and pick up a game or a conversation over snacks!

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

Come put down your phone and pick up a game or a conversation over snacks!

Various lego blocks spread across table

LEGO Night (SMI)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us in the Community Room to build with LEGOs.  In January we will be building a snowman or snowflake or free build.  Registering is preferred.

Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us in the Community Room to build with LEGOs.  In January we will be building a snowman or snowflake or free build.  Registering is preferred.

Bleu the Bunny

Bleu the Bunny-Therapy Rabbit Visit

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Come visit Bleu, the certified therapy rabbit!

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

Come visit Bleu, the certified therapy rabbit!

Meals on Wheels Valentine information

Valentines for Meals on Wheels

All Day
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Children's Department is collecting valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program until February 5, 2025.  We are asking you to help make the d...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

The Children's Department is collecting valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program until February 5, 2025.  We are asking you to help make the day a little brighter for those who are feeling isolated at home.

Bookmobile Stop: Northern Middle Connections Program

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 9:15am - 9:45am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

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

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: North High Little Hubs

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. Everyone is welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. Everyone is welcome!

Mother and daughter looking at iPad in the library

Toddler Time (BNS)

Tuesday, January 14, 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.

Event Details:

Gather with other Toddles 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 Toddles 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.