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It's Game Night (SMI)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Event Details:

The library is hosting game night.  Board games are available.  Ages 12 and up please. Registering will give us an idea of how many people to prep for.  Bring your f...

Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

The library is hosting game night.  Board games are available.  Ages 12 and up please. Registering will give us an idea of how many people to prep for.  Bring your favorite board game.

Bookmobile Stop: Greenbrier Elementary School

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 8:45am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop for WCPS students, families and staff.

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

Bookmobile stop for WCPS students, families and staff.

Mother and young baby looking at book together

Infant Storytime (HAG)

Wednesday, May 21, 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:

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...

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 May-July.

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.

Talks with Washington County Health Department: Nutrition & Healthy Kids (WIL)

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:00am
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Raising healthy kids is important. The Washington County Health Department will stop by to talk with us about healthy food choices, and portion sizes for kids. 

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Raising healthy kids is important. The Washington County Health Department will stop by to talk with us about healthy food choices, and portion sizes for kids. 

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.

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.
Mother and young baby looking at book together

Infant Storytime (HAG)

Wednesday, May 21, 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:

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...

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 May-July.

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, May 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Books, music, and educational activities! Preschool Story Time takes place every Wednesday.  All ages are welcome. 

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

Books, music, and educational activities! Preschool Story Time takes place every Wednesday.  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.

*NEW* Wiggles & Giggles Playtime (WIL)

Wednesday, May 21, 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, 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, May 21, 2025 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)
Event Details:

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, May 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

For the residents and staff of Twin Oaks Assisted Living only.

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

For the residents and staff of Twin Oaks Assisted Living only.

Bookmobile Stop: Elgin Station Head Start

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Elgin Station Headstart: Children, families, and staff are welcome. 

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

Elgin Station Headstart: Children, families, and staff are welcome. 

Several children smiling while holding books and sitting in the floor in the children's section of the library

If You're Happy and You Know it!: A Storytime about Feelings (BNS)

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

For Ages: 3-8 This storytime for children helps them explore the different feelings and emotions they may feel as well as recognize those emotions in others. There will b...

Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

For Ages: 3-8 

This storytime for children helps them explore the different feelings and emotions they may feel as well as recognize those emotions in others. 

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.

Adult Book Club (HAN)

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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.
Tween hangout flyer

Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG)

Wednesday, May 21, 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)
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 reg...

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!

Low Waste Living- Workshop and Swap (BNS)

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Low Waste Living- Workshop and SwapWednesday, May 21st at 5:30pmJoin the discussion of the eight forms of capital and how they compliment a low waste lifestyle. There will als...

Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Low Waste Living- Workshop and Swap

Wednesday, May 21st at 5:30pm

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.
White background with event title in colorful blocks.

Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room - 334 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
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. This month we are going to...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
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. This month we are going to learn about bikes in honor of National Bike Month!

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: Pitter Patter Playhouse

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Children, families, and staff from Pitter Patter Playhouse are welcome!

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

Children, families, and staff from Pitter Patter Playhouse are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Kinder Haven Child Care Center

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Children, families, and staff from Kinder Haven Daycare are welcome!

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

Children, families, and staff from Kinder Haven Daycare are welcome!

Toddler Time (SMI)

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

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: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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.

Bookmobile Stop: Rehoboth Learning Center

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 11:15am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Children, families, and staff from Rehoboth Learning Center are welcome!

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

Children, families, and staff from Rehoboth Learning Center are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Creekside Assisted Living

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Everyone is welcome!

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

Everyone is welcome!

Homeschool Day @ the Hancock Library (HAN)

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
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:

Join other homeschoolers for monthly enrichment activities from September through May.January: TBA (Art related)February: Learn about Rube Goldberg, then build a simple machine to ...

Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Join other homeschoolers for monthly enrichment activities from September through May.

January: TBA (Art related)

February: Learn about Rube Goldberg, then build a simple machine to perform a task.

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.
Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Story Time (SHA)

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Join Ms Susan for stories, activities, and a craft! 

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

Join Ms Susan for stories, activities, and a craft! 

Pizza and Chat (SMI)

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Teens, come to enjoy pizza and talk about the programs you would like to see at the library for teens.  Sign up online.

Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Teens, come to enjoy pizza and talk about the programs you would like to see at the library for teens.  Sign up online.

Game Night in The Teen Department

Game Night

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Game Night!1st Thursday - Switch Night2nd Thursday - Card Games3rd Thursday - Board Games4th Thursday - Competition Night

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

Join us every Thursday for Game Night!

1st Thursday - Switch Night

2nd Thursday - Card Games

3rd Thursday - Board Games

4th Thursday - Competition Night

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.