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Cozy Reading Time

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone

We welcome you to an hour of reading with light music and warm beverages. 

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

We welcome you to an hour of reading with light music and warm beverages. 

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.
Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

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, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

Kids Discover/Little Explorers: Glow in the Dark Slime and Beaded Hearts

Kids Discover/Little Explorers STEM: Glow in the Dark Slime and Beaded Hearts

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Join us for Kids Discover/Little Explorers STEM (downtown Hagerstown Branch Library) and make your own glow in the dark slime and colorful beaded heart creations on Saturday February 7th from 11am-12pm. Ages 3-10. Registration required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Kids Discover/Little Explorers STEM (downtown Hagerstown Branch Library) and make your own glow in the dark slime and colorful beaded heart creations on Saturday February 7th from 11am-12pm. Ages 3-10. 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.
program flyer

Cozy Reading Time

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone

We welcome you to an hour of reading with light music and warm beverages. 

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

We welcome you to an hour of reading with light music and warm beverages. 

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.
Galentine's Party on a pink and white checkered backround, with candy hearts that say Crafts, Games, and Snacks. For ages 13-18

Galentine's Day Party

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Join us for Galentine's Day Party! We'll be celebrating our gals and pals with snacks, crafts, and games! Make a love potion, grab a snack, and celebrate the love of friendship with us at WCFL. 

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

Join us for Galentine's Day Party! We'll be celebrating our gals and pals with snacks, crafts, and games! Make a love potion, grab a snack, and celebrate the love of friendship with us at WCFL. 

valentine's party information

Valentine's Day Party (HAG)

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Celebrate all things lovey dovey with stories, games, snacks and more. Registration is requested.  The party begins at 3:00 PM. For ages 3-12. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate all things lovey dovey with stories, games, snacks and more. Registration is requested.  The party begins at 3:00 PM. For ages 3-12. 

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.

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.

Valentine Story Time (SM)

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Join us for a special Valentine's Day Story time with books, songs, flannel board, craft and a Valentine snack.  For ages 12 and under.  Please register online or call 301-824-7722.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special Valentine's Day Story time with books, songs, flannel board, craft and a Valentine snack.  For ages 12 and under.  Please register online or call 301-824-7722.

Family Craft Saturday: Decoupage Valentine Trinket Box (HAN)

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Need a Valentine gift for that special someone? Come and create a beautiful decoupage trinket box.

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, Holiday/Seasonal
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need a Valentine gift for that special someone? Come and create a beautiful decoupage trinket box.

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.
program flyer

Cozy Reading Time

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone

We welcome you to an hour of reading with light music and warm beverages. 

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

We welcome you to an hour of reading with light music and warm beverages. 

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.
Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

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, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

Kids Discover/Little Explorers: Black Bears Trunk

Kids Discover/Little Explorers STEM: Black Bear Trunk

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Join us for Kids Discover/Little Explorers STEM (Fletcher Branch-downtown Hagerstown) as we learn all about black bears with a special trunk from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Kids Discover/Little Explorers STEM (Fletcher Branch-downtown Hagerstown) as we learn all about black bears with a special trunk from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.

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.
program flyer

Cozy Reading Time

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone

We welcome you to an hour of reading with light music and warm beverages. 

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

We welcome you to an hour of reading with light music and warm beverages. 

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.
Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

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, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

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, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

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, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

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, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

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, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

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, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

White background with event title in colorful blocks.

Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)

Thursday, April 9, 2026 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 Kite Month, and we will decorate and create our own kites!

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 Kite Month, and we will decorate and create our own kites!

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.
Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

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, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

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, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

White background with event title in colorful blocks.

Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)

Thursday, April 23, 2026 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 Egg Hunts and will be going on our own egg hunt!

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 Egg Hunts and will be going on our own egg hunt!

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.

Escape Room - Earth Day Adventure

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Holiday/Seasonal, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Everyone

Find clues and solve the puzzles in this Earth Day Adventure themed escape room! 

One registration per person. If you are bringing a group, please register separately for each individual. We look forward to seeing you there!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Holiday/Seasonal, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Find clues and solve the puzzles in this Earth Day Adventure themed escape room! 

One registration per person. If you are bringing a group, please register separately for each individual. We look forward to seeing you there!

Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

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, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.