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Bookmobile Stop: South Pointe at Hunter's Woods- Summer Puzzle Swap

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 2:15pm - 2:45pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop, Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

All throughout the summer bring a gently used puzzle to your bookmobile stop. Receive a ticket and take home a new-to-you puzzle to enjoy before the end of the summer!   

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

All throughout the summer bring a gently used puzzle to your bookmobile stop. Receive a ticket and take home a new-to-you puzzle to enjoy before the end of the summer!   

It's Game Night (SMI)

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

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.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
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.

LEGO Club (HAN)

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)

Attention Legomaniacs! Join other LEGO lovers in some bricktastic building fun! A different challenge each month! 

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Attention Legomaniacs! Join other LEGO lovers in some bricktastic building fun! A different challenge each 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.

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, August 27, 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)

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!

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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!

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Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Combined Community Room 308/309 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 Bunnies!

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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, 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 Bunnies!

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 - Escape the Artist's Studio!

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!

Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio!

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!

Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio!

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!

Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio!

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!

Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio!

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!

Homeschool at the Library

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room - CLE at Clear Spring Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
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.

Join us for a variety of STEM activities, crafts and more.  Please check with Clear Spring Branch manager for details of each month's event.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Join us for a variety of STEM activities, crafts and more.  Please check with Clear Spring Branch manager for details of each month's event.

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.
Tween hangout flyer

Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG)

Wednesday, September 3, 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)

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!

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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!

Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, September 5, 2025 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 silly with Swaneet! Each month we'll find two silly ways to celebrate, with snacks, poems, games, crafts, and more. 

June 6: National Donut Day & author birthday: Rick Riordan 

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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 silly with Swaneet! Each month we'll find two silly ways to celebrate, with snacks, poems, games, crafts, and more. 

June 6: National Donut Day & author birthday: Rick Riordan 

It's Game Night (SMI)

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

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.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
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.

Tween hangout flyer

Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG)

Wednesday, September 10, 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)

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!

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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!

White background with event title in colorful blocks.

Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Combined Community Room 308/309 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 National Voter Registration Month!

Register Now
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, 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 National Voter Registration 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.

Pokémon Trading Club (SMI)

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)

Bring your Pokémon cards to trade with others in our community room and socialize while you build your deck.  This is for ages 6-17.  Intermediary provided to ensure fair trades.  Parental supervision required for 10 and under.

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Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Bring your Pokémon cards to trade with others in our community room and socialize while you build your deck.  This is for ages 6-17.  Intermediary provided to ensure fair trades.  Parental supervision required for 10 and under.

Tween hangout flyer

Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG)

Wednesday, September 17, 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)

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!

View Details
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!

A typewriter is against a background with letters on it. Text blocks list information about the program.

Fletcher Writing Group

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room - 334 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all writers! Do you like to blog? To journal? Do you have a work in progress? Do you have an idea and not know where to start?

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Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Calling all writers! Do you like to blog? To journal? Do you have a work in progress? Do you have an idea and not know where to start?

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.

Craft and Chat Fridays at the Hancock Senior Center (HAN)

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Career & Lifelong Learning, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults

On the 3rd Friday of every month, the Hancock Library will sponsor a program at the Hancock Senior Center. Each month will feature a different activity and healthy snacks. Please contact the Library or the Senior Center for more information.

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Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Career & Lifelong Learning, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Event Details:

On the 3rd Friday of every month, the Hancock Library will sponsor a program at the Hancock Senior Center. Each month will feature a different activity and healthy snacks. Please contact the Library or the Senior Center for more information.

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, September 19, 2025 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 silly with Swaneet! Each month we'll find two silly ways to celebrate, with snacks, poems, games, crafts, and more. 

June 6: National Donut Day & author birthday: Rick Riordan 

View Details
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 silly with Swaneet! Each month we'll find two silly ways to celebrate, with snacks, poems, games, crafts, and more. 

June 6: National Donut Day & author birthday: Rick Riordan 

Picture of Sharpsburg MD

Scavenger Hunt (SHA)

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Everyone

In honor of Sharpsburg Days.  Pick up your clues and return them completed before we close for a treat or a donated Sharpsburg book.  While supplies last 

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

In honor of Sharpsburg Days.  Pick up your clues and return them completed before we close for a treat or a donated Sharpsburg book.  While supplies last 

Be Our Guest Tea Party

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

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It's Game Night (SMI)

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

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.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
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.