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Tween/Teen Craft Program- Recycled Scratch Art (BNS)

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Tween/Teen Craft Programfor grades 6-12Tweens and Teens are invited to experiment and get creative with a fun scratching technique to make your own unique piece of art from some re...

Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Tween/Teen Craft Program

for grades 6-12

Tweens and Teens are invited to experiment and get creative with a fun scratching technique to make your own unique piece of art from some recycled materials (to help celebrate Earth Day).

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.
Kids Discover: Merlin's Gem

Kids Discover: Merlin's Gem

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Join us for Kids Discover with Tony from Merlin's Gem on Saturday April 5th from 10am-11am. We'll have special displays and learn all about rocks and minerals. Registration require...

Required
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Join us for Kids Discover with Tony from Merlin's Gem on Saturday April 5th from 10am-11am. We'll have special displays and learn all about rocks and minerals. Registration required. Ages 6-10. Hope to see you there!

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.
Various lego blocks spread across table

Lego Club (SHA)

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Build the Lego challenge or make your own creation.  

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Build the Lego challenge or make your own creation.  

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

Egg Hunt Story Time - (BNS)

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

For Children ages 2-10Register your child to reserve a spot to Enjoy some books, make a bag for collecting eggs and then join in an Egg Hunt at the Library.(Egg Hunt will be Outsid...

Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

For Children ages 2-10

Register your child to reserve a spot to Enjoy some books, make a bag for collecting eggs and then join in an Egg Hunt at the Library.

(Egg Hunt will be Outside, weather permitting)

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.

Saturday Story Time (SMI)

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Room SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Join us in the children's room for books, song, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for all ages.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Children's Room SMI
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, song, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for all ages.

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.
Gimli

Read with a Pet: Gimli

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Meet Gimli, a lovable cat who is waiting to read with you.  Gimli doesn't worry about how well you read, just that you are there with him, share a story, and that you are gent...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Meet Gimli, a lovable cat who is waiting to read with you.  Gimli doesn't worry about how well you read, just that you are there with him, share a story, and that you are gentle!  Gimli will visit the Children's Department from 1:00-2:00

Chess pieces

Teen Chess Club

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Drop in for a few games of Chess or Checkers. Bring a friend!

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:

Drop in for a few games of Chess or Checkers. Bring a friend!

Saturday Family Movie Matinee:

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Culture
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Come join us on the 1st Saturday of the month for popcorn and a movie at 2 p.m. in the Community Room located on the 3rd floor of the WCFL Hagerstown Branch! August's movie is "___...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Event Details:

Come join us on the 1st Saturday of the month for popcorn and a movie at 2 p.m. in the Community Room located on the 3rd floor of the WCFL Hagerstown Branch! August's movie is "______". Rated __. 

Celebrate National Library Week

National Library Week (HAG)

All Day
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Will you be "Drawn to the Library” this week?  Whatever draws you in, the library has something for everyone. We will have special activities each day to celebrate National Li...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Will you be "Drawn to the Library” this week?  Whatever draws you in, the library has something for everyone. We will have special activities each day to celebrate National Library Week.

Vegetable assortment

Victory Gardens: Food in Hard Times

Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Denny Warrenfeltz of Rooster Vane Gardens has a broad background in historically accurate plants, plantings, and floral arrangements, particularly of the Revolutionary War era. He ...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, Gardening & Environment
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Denny Warrenfeltz of Rooster Vane Gardens has a broad background in historically accurate plants, plantings, and floral arrangements, particularly of the Revolutionary War era.

make a book fortune teller poster

National Library Week (HAG)

All Day
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Will you be "Drawn to the Library” this week?  Whatever draws you in, the library has something for everyone. We will have special activities each day to celebrate National Li...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Will you be "Drawn to the Library” this week?  Whatever draws you in, the library has something for everyone. We will have special activities each day to celebrate National Library Week.

Bookmobile Stop: Hagerstown Day Nursery

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 9:15am - 9:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Hagerstown Day Nursery children, families and staff are welcome. 

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

Hagerstown Day Nursery children, families and staff are welcome. 

Bookmobile Stop: Bright Eyes Early Learning Center

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bright Early Learning Center children, families and staff are welcome.

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

Bright Early Learning Center children, families and staff are welcome.

Dementia Friend Education Workshop

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab 315 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join nonprofit Betty's Wish for an educational Dementia Friend workshop. This is an opportunity for the community to come together and learn about the experiences of those living w...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Computer Lab 315
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join nonprofit Betty's Wish for an educational Dementia Friend workshop.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Sargent Shriver Head Start

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Sargent Shriver Head Start children, families and staff are welcome. 

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

Sargent Shriver Head Start children, families and staff are welcome. 

Toddler Time (WIL)

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Books, felt stories, finger plays, and music. Join us and let's plan and learn together at Toddler Time.  All ages are welcome!  

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

Books, felt stories, finger plays, and music. Join us and let's plan and learn together at Toddler Time.  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 Toddler Playtime (WIL)

Monday, April 7, 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.

The Empowered Caregiver Education Series

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Computer Lab 315 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join nonprofit Betty's Wish and Dementia Friendly Washington County for an Alzheimer's Association educational series for caregivers. 

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Computer Lab 315
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join nonprofit Betty's Wish and Dementia Friendly Washington County for an Alzheimer's Association educational series for caregivers. 

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Seaton of Hagerstown

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 1:45pm - 2:15pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Daniels Circle @ Robin's Glenn

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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!

Various lego blocks spread across table

LEGO Night (SMI)

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us in the Community Room to build with LEGOs.  In April we will be building a bedroom or free build.  Registering is preferred.

Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Join us in the Community Room to build with LEGOs.  In April we will be building a bedroom or free build.  Registering is preferred.

Carrot cake cream cheese bars

Teen Chef -- Carrot Cake Bars

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Holiday/Seasonal, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Celebrate Spring with a delicious twist on carrot cake!  We will be making the old stand-by recipe portable and adding cream cheese to it.  Cream cheese makes everything ...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Holiday/Seasonal, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Celebrate Spring with a delicious twist on carrot cake!  We will be making the old stand-by recipe portable and adding cream cheese to it.  Cream cheese makes everything better!

*New* Hands on Hobbies (WIL)

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Drop in to try your hand at a new or old hobby. Each month we will try something different, incuding; yo-yoing, Rubik’s cube, string games, brain teasers, and hand puzzles. All age...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Drop in to try your hand at a new or old hobby. Each month we will try something different, incuding; yo-yoing, Rubik’s cube, string games, brain teasers, and hand puzzles. All ages are welcome. 

Literacy Council with teal book pages opening at left

Literacy Council of Washington County Intermediate Class

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Computer Lab 315 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

-For ELL adults ready for conversation and intermediate English language learning, join tutor Kate T. from the Literacy Council of Washington County for 9&...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Computer Lab 315
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning
Event Details:

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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.