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50 Books Cafe

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Western Maryland Room at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Join us on Wednesday, March 4 at 6:00pm for a group book chat! Whether you're reading 50 books or just want to chat about what you're reading, we'll be happy to see you! 

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Western Maryland Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join us on Wednesday, March 4 at 6:00pm for a group book chat! Whether you're reading 50 books or just want to chat about what you're reading, we'll be happy to see you! 

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.
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Writers Workshop

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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 

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.  

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Storytime for Adults with All Abilities

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Classroom Lab 315 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, 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 Pi Day with pie and pi related crafts!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Classroom Lab 315
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, 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 Pi Day with pie and pi related crafts!

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.

Adult Anime Club

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults

Are you an adult (18-30)  with a love of Japanese animation and comics? Then we have a program for you!  Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy all things anime from movies, discussions and games to crafts and cosplay!

Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Are you an adult (18-30)  with a love of Japanese animation and comics? Then we have a program for you!  Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy all things anime from movies, discussions and games to crafts and cosplay!

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.

Writers Group

Saturday, March 14, 2026 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.  

Young teen reading book

Afternoon Book Club

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Meeting the 3rd Tuesday of Every Month at 3 PM.

All are Welcome.

Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Meeting the 3rd Tuesday of Every Month at 3 PM.

All are Welcome.

Adult Book Club

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 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.
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Writers Workshop

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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 

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.  

Adult Book Club

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for the monthly book club discussion.  The club currently meets in the library Community Room.  Please check back to see what the Smithsburg branch is reading this month.

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

Join us for the monthly book club discussion.  The club currently meets in the library Community Room.  Please check back to see what the Smithsburg branch is reading this month.

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Storytime for Adults with All Abilities

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Classroom Lab 315 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, 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 Craft Month and explore a variety of crafts!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Classroom Lab 315
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, 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 Craft Month and explore a variety of crafts!

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.

Adult Anime Club

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults

Are you an adult (18-30)  with a love of Japanese animation and comics? Then we have a program for you!  Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy all things anime from movies, discussions and games to crafts and cosplay!

Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Are you an adult (18-30)  with a love of Japanese animation and comics? Then we have a program for you!  Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy all things anime from movies, discussions and games to crafts and cosplay!

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.

Writers Group

Saturday, March 28, 2026 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.  

Young teen reading book

Book Club for Adults

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Community Room - CLE at Clear Spring Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

The group reads the same book and the we have an in-depth and lively discussion about what we have read.

Please contact Leigh Snyder, branch manager, to get signed up and receive a copy of the book.

Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

The group reads the same book and the we have an in-depth and lively discussion about what we have read.

Please contact Leigh Snyder, branch manager, to get signed up and receive a copy of the book.

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Writers Workshop

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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 

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.

Adult Anime Club

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults

Are you an adult (18-30)  with a love of Japanese animation and comics? Then we have a program for you!  Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy all things anime from movies, discussions and games to crafts and cosplay!

Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Are you an adult (18-30)  with a love of Japanese animation and comics? Then we have a program for you!  Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy all things anime from movies, discussions and games to crafts and cosplay!

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.

Writers Group

Saturday, April 11, 2026 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.  

Kazu Kibuishi, Author of the Amulet Graphic Novels

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Everyone

Author visit

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Author visit