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Adult Take and Make - Macrame Tree Ornament (SMI)

All Day 12/1 - 12/19
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Teens and Adults, stop by the library to pick up your kit to make a macrame tree ornament.  While supplies last.  Craft requires a glue gun. 

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

Teens and Adults, stop by the library to pick up your kit to make a macrame tree ornament.  While supplies last.  Craft requires a glue gun. 

Craft Kit - Foam Holiday Crocodile Banner (SMI)

All Day 12/1 - 12/19
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)

Stop by the library to pick up a craft kit to take home and create a funny crocodile banner for the holidays.  While supplies last. 

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

Stop by the library to pick up a craft kit to take home and create a funny crocodile banner for the holidays.  While supplies last. 

STEM Challenge Kit - Circuit Card (SMI)

All Day 12/1 - 12/19
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Stop by the Smithsburg Library to pick up your STEM Challenge Kit to make a holiday card that lights up by creating a circuit.  While supplies last. 

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

Stop by the Smithsburg Library to pick up your STEM Challenge Kit to make a holiday card that lights up by creating a circuit.  While supplies last. 

Writers & Poets Contest Submissions Accepted

All Day 12/15 - 2/15
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

For full details, please visit the Writers and Poets page on our website. 

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

For full details, please visit the Writers and Poets page on our website. 

Take N Make: Salt Dough Ornaments

12/15/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/19/2025 @ 6:00pm
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
STEM/STEAM Programming:

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

Register to pick up your Take N Make kit at the library branch of your choice between December 15 and 19. For ages 6 to 12. Registration required. This month's Take N Make project: Salt Dough Ornaments! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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.

Register to pick up your Take N Make kit at the library branch of your choice between December 15 and 19. For ages 6 to 12. Registration required. This month's Take N Make project: Salt Dough Ornaments! 

Lego Club (BNS)

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Join us for some hands-on fun as we try some Lego Challenges and discover what we can make.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for some hands-on fun as we try some Lego Challenges and discover what we can make.

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.

Adult Book Club (HAN)

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Join this lively and fun book discussion. Each month participants will discuss a book chosen by members of the group.

Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join this lively and fun book discussion. Each month participants will discuss a book chosen by members of the group.

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.

Teen Holiday Jar (SMI)

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Teens, join us to decorate a holiday jar with painting, stickers and a tealight for a gift or for your room.  Register online or call to register.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens, join us to decorate a holiday jar with painting, stickers and a tealight for a gift or for your room.  Register online or call to register.

Tween hangout flyer

Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG)

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)

NEW! A weekly hangout and advisory board for 9 through 12 year olds. We will eat snacks, play games, make crafts, and talk about what fun things we should do at the library. No registration necessary. Be there or be square!

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Event Details:

NEW! A weekly hangout and advisory board for 9 through 12 year olds. We will eat snacks, play games, make crafts, and talk about what fun things we should do at the library. No registration necessary. Be there or be square!

Bookmobile Stop: Calvary's Kids

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 9:00am - 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: Open Arms @ Concordia Lutheran

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
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!

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Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults

A Storytime for Adults of All Abilities! Join us as we read books, sing along to music, dance, play games, make crafts, and more! Registration requested. We are celebrating Hot Cocoa Wonders!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

A Storytime for Adults of All Abilities! Join us as we read books, sing along to music, dance, play games, make crafts, and more! Registration requested. We are celebrating Hot Cocoa Wonders!

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Hager's Crossing Community Center

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
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!

Toddler Time (SMI)

Thursday, December 18, 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.
Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Family Story Time

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room - CLE at Clear Spring Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Preschool Story Time:

Story time for children ages 3-5.

Join us for 30 minutes of stories, songs, activities and a craft.

Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Join us for 30 minutes of stories, songs, activities and a craft.

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.

POP-UP MAKERSPACE @ Williamsport High School Community Hubs

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Everyone

Visit the Bookmobile and create your own bookish ornament. 

Cancelled
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Visit the Bookmobile and create your own bookish ornament. 

Santa

Santa Story Time (SHA)

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)

Santa will read a story and make balloon animals!  Bring your camera for a picture with Mr. Claus.  

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

Santa will read a story and make balloon animals!  Bring your camera for a picture with Mr. Claus.  

Tween STEAM Club: Making Music with Bottles (HAG)

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
STEM/STEAM Programming:

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

Fun and educational STEAM projects for kids aged 9 to 12. Registration requested but not required. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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.

Fun and educational STEAM projects for kids aged 9 to 12. Registration requested but not required. 

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.
20 sided die

Role Playing Game Guild (BNS)

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

We are starting a new Role Playing Game Guild. Join our adventures as we get started. All skill levels welcomed. 

For GRADES 6-12.

Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

We are starting a new Role Playing Game Guild. Join our adventures as we get started. All skill levels welcomed. 

For GRADES 6-12.

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.

Manga Club (HAN)

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Are you between 18 and 30, and enjoy all things Manga? This group is for you! Each month will have book discussions, movies and snacks!

First December meeting rescheduled to December 18.

Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Are you between 18 and 30, and enjoy all things Manga? This group is for you! Each month will have book discussions, movies and snacks!

First December meeting rescheduled to December 18.

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.
Green typewriter, image says Writers workshop for teens ages 13-18

Writers Workshop

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Join us on the first and third Thursday for WRITERS WORKSHOP! You can bring your poetry, prose, songs, anything! 

TEEN program: For ages 13-18 

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us on the first and third Thursday for WRITERS WORKSHOP! You can bring your poetry, prose, songs, anything! 

TEEN program: For ages 13-18 

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Evening Storytime (WIL)

Thursday, December 18, 2025 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)

Are you unable to attend the morning storytime, then this evening 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:

Are you unable to attend the morning storytime, then this evening 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.
Therapy Dog Storytime

Family Story Night (HAG)

Thursday, December 18, 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)

Come meet Tank... a yellow lab therapy dog who loves meeting new friends. He'll be visiting us during our Thursday evening Family Storytime for holiday stories and crafts. All ages welcome!

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:

Come meet Tank... a yellow lab therapy dog who loves meeting new friends. He'll be visiting us during our Thursday evening Family Storytime for holiday stories and crafts. All ages welcome!

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: Ruth Ann Monroe Elementary

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:45am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Students and staff are welcome!

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

Students and staff are welcome!