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Adult Book Club

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room - CLE at Clear Spring Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join this wonderful group of adults and discuss a different book each month. Please speak with the Clear Spring Branch manager to order a copy of the book.

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

Join this wonderful group of adults and discuss a different book each month. Please speak with the Clear Spring Branch manager to order a copy of the book.

Young teen reading book

Adult Book Share (SHA)

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

What are you reading?  Come share with us and find some new titles to read.  In June, sign up for the Summer Reading Club for adults! 

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

What are you reading?  Come share with us and find some new titles to read.  In June, sign up for the Summer Reading Club for adults! 

Williamsport Book Club

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion!  Our Book Club is a smaller group with a lively book discussion.  Books are selected in advan...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion!  Our Book Club is a smaller group with a lively book discussion.  Books are selected in advance by members. All are welcome, no prior Book Club experie

Williamsport Book Club

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion!  Our Book Club is a smaller group with a lively book discussion.  Books are selected in advan...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion!  Our Book Club is a smaller group with a lively book discussion.  Books are selected in advance by members. All are welcome, no prior Book Club experie

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.

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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.

pretend play library kit 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.

check out a book with a library as a setting

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.

read an art book

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.

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Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)

Thursday, April 10, 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 will be lea...

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: 33
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.

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.
check out a book by a new author 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.

White background with event title in colorful blocks.

Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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 will be lea...

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: 36
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.

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.
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Williamsport Memorial Library 90th Anniversary

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

April 11, 2025, marks the 90th Anniversary of the Rockville Tragedy. We will discuss the tragic events of the Bus Accident that claimed the lives of 14 Williamsport High students b...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Event Details:

April 11, 2025, marks the 90th Anniversary of the Rockville Tragedy. We will discuss the tragic events of the Bus Accident that claimed the lives of 14 Williamsport High students back in 1935.

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.
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.

Writers Group (SMI)

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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 (BNS)

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Meeting the 3rd Tuesday of Every Month at 3 PM.All are Welcome.For the April Meeting the Club will be discussing Nikki Erlick's "The Measure"

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.

For the April Meeting the Club will be discussing Nikki Erlick's "The Measure"

Sharpsburg Church

The Churches on Main Street (SHA)

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join historian, author, and Antietam guide John Schildt as he discusses his book The Churches on Main Street Antietam Aftermath: The Sharpsburg Story.  

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

Join historian, author, and Antietam guide John Schildt as he discusses his book The Churches on Main Street Antietam Aftermath: The Sharpsburg Story.  

Adult Book Club (HAN)

Wednesday, April 16, 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.
A typewriter is against a background with letters on it. Text blocks list information about the program.

Fletcher Writing Group

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Classroom Lab 315 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults
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? Our Fletcher writing groups is open to anyone...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Classroom Lab 315
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, April 18, 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
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 c...

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.

Adult Book Club (SMI)

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for the monthly book club discussion.  The club currently meets in the library Community Room.  In April we will be reading This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub. &nb...

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.  In April we will be reading This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub.  Please call the library to reserve this title.

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Homeschool Book Club (SHA)

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Discussion and activities based on the book Vanderbeekers of 141st Street by Karnia Glaser.  

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Discussion and activities based on the book Vanderbeekers of 141st Street by Karnia Glaser.  

Writers Group (SMI)

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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.  

Williamsport Book Club

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion!  Our Book Club is a smaller group with a lively book discussion.  Books are selected in advan...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion!  Our Book Club is a smaller group with a lively book discussion.  Books are selected in advance by members. All are welcome, no prior Book Club experie