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Saturday Story Time (SMI)

Saturday, January 17, 2026 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.
Various lego blocks spread across table

LEGO Club (HAG)

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Lego Club & LEGOs @ the Library:

An interactive program with building challenges with Legos.

Children ages 4 and older, come build with LEGO. A new LEGO building idea every month. Materials must stay at the library. No registration necessary.

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Event Details:
An interactive program with building challenges with Legos.

Children ages 4 and older, come build with LEGO. A new LEGO building idea every month. Materials must stay at the library. No registration necessary.

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.
Meals on Wheels invitation

Valentines for Meals on Wheels

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

The Children's Department is collecting valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program until February 4, 2026.  We are asking you to help make the day a little brighter for those who are feeling isolated at home.

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 4, 2026.  We are asking you to help make the day a little brighter for those who are feeling isolated at home.

Martin Luther King Day closing 2026

All Day
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of the MLK holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, January 2...

Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of the MLK holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Meals on Wheels invitation

Valentines for Meals on Wheels

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

The Children's Department is collecting valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program until February 4, 2026.  We are asking you to help make the day a little brighter for those who are feeling isolated at home.

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 4, 2026.  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 1/20 - 2/3
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone

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

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

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

Bookmobile Stop: Old Forge Elementary

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 8:45am - 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!

Take N Make: Mysterious Marble Roller (HAG)

01/20/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/23/2026 @ 5:00pm
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, 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.

Pick up a kit at the library branch of your choice to make a marble rolling toy that will shock and impress your friends! For kids ages 6 to 12. Registration required. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Pick up a kit at the library branch of your choice to make a marble rolling toy that will shock and impress your friends! For kids ages 6 to 12. Registration required. 

Mother and daughter looking at iPad in the library

Toddler Time (BNS)

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 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.

Gather with other Toddlers 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 Toddlers 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.

Bookmobile Stop: Summerland Manor

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
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!

Young teen reading book

Afternoon Book Club (BNS)

Tuesday, January 20, 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.

Bookmobile Stop: Elgin Station Head Start

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
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!

Creative Corner-Freestyle Crafternoon

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Come get creative and work on a personal project!

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

Come get creative and work on a personal project!

program flyer

Journaling Through Art (WIL)

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Our Journaling program continues with a monthly event on the third Tuesday at 5:30pm. No registration is required. We will provide supplies. 

Ages Teen 13- Adult 

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

Our Journaling program continues with a monthly event on the third Tuesday at 5:30pm. No registration is required. We will provide supplies. 

Ages Teen 13- Adult 

Meals on Wheels invitation

Valentines for Meals on Wheels

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

The Children's Department is collecting valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program until February 4, 2026.  We are asking you to help make the day a little brighter for those who are feeling isolated at home.

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 4, 2026.  We are asking you to help make the day a little brighter for those who are feeling isolated at home.

Bookmobile Stop: Greenbrier Elementary

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 8:45am - 10:30am
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!

Mother and young baby looking at book together

Infant Storytime (HAG)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 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)

Share books, rhymes, and music with your baby at the library.  Open to children 6-18 months. Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs January-March.

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:

Share books, rhymes, and music with your baby at the library.  Open to children 6-18 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.
Mother and young baby looking at book together

Infant Storytime (HAG)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 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)

Share books, rhymes, and music with your baby at the library.  Open to children 6-18 months. Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs January-March.

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:

Share books, rhymes, and music with your baby at the library.  Open to children 6-18 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.

Preschool Storytime (WIL)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)

Stories, music, and educational activities! Preschool Story Time takes place every Wednesday.  All ages are welcome. In the summer we will take storytime outside on Wednesdays! 

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

Stories, music, and educational activities! Preschool Story Time takes place every Wednesday.  All ages are welcome. In the summer we will take storytime outside on Wednesdays! 

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: Tiny Tots

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Tiny Tots Daycare: children, families, and staff are welcome!

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

Tiny Tots Daycare: children, families, and staff are welcome!

Wiggles & Giggles Playtime (WIL)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)

Join us after storytime to wiggle, play, and socialize in our storytime area. Organized activities will be provided from time to time. 

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, play, and socialize in our storytime area. Organized activities will be provided from time to 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.

Preschool Story Time (HAN)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)

Come to the Hancock Library for a lively morning of stories, music, dancing, movement and FUN! 

Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Come to the Hancock Library for a lively morning of stories, music, dancing, movement and FUN! 

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Twin Oaks Assisted Living

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Residents and staff are welcome!

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

Residents and staff are welcome!

picture of spices

Spice Club (SHA)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 7:00pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Each month pick up:

  • Your sample of the spice of the month (while supplies last)
  • Information about the spice
  • Recipe including the spice

January: Adobo

February: Lavender

March: Turmeric 

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Event Details:

Each month pick up:

  • Your sample of the spice of the month (while supplies last)
  • Information about the spice
  • Recipe including the spice

January: Adobo

February: Lavender

March: Turmeric