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This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.
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Writers and Poets Contest Submissions Accepted

All Day 1/15 - 3/15
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

2025 Washington County Free Library Announces Annual Writers and Poets Contest 

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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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Just in time for Valentines day, make a special  "Hand"made card for someone special! This craft is for Pre-K and below.

One kit per registration. If you need more than one kit, please sign children up separately.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create 2 beautiful Valentine's Day refrigerator magnets - One to keep and one to share with someone special.

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group.

Craft Kit - Polar Bear Craft

All Day 2/3 - 2/15
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

International Polar Bear Day is celebrated in February so stop by the branch and pick up a Polar Bear Craft Kit.  While supplies last.

This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group.

STEM Challenge Kit - Grow a Sweet Potato (SMI)

All Day 2/3 - 2/15
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

In February we will be studying George Washington Carver as our great scientist. Our STEM kit will be to grow a sweet potato in honor of him.  While supplies last.

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.

Home School Enrichment Class: Book Club (HAG)

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 42
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

A time of special enrichment based on this month's books, writing exercises, and games. This month’s books: “Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great” by Judy Blume (recommended for grades 1-4) and “From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E.

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.

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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Everyone is welcome!

This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.

Teen Digital Detox

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Come put down your phone and pick up a game or a conversation over snacks!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

LEGO Night (SMI)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Everyone
Registration
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us in the Community Room to build with LEGOs.  In February we will build a space ship or free build.  Registering is preferred.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. North High Little Hubs children, families and staff welcome. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. Noland Village Head Start children, families and staff welcome!

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.

Toddler Time (BNS)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Young Children (0-6)
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 Toddles 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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Puzzle Swap (SHA)

1:30pm - 6:30pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

It's cold outside!    Why not do a puzzle?  Drop in anytime during the week of February 11 and pick up one or two.   

This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop. Everyone is welcome!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Everyone is welcome!

This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.

Teen Escape Room (WIL)

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Find clues, solve puzzles, and face down timed challenges with your team to escape the room before the clock runs out!

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.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Movie Night - White Bird (SMI)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join us in the Community Room for a showing of White Bird.  This movie is rated PG-13.  Light refreshments will be served.  Please sign up online or call the branch.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Movie Night for Grown-ups (BNS)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Join us for Movie Night for Grown-ups showing a different movie for adults every 2nd Tuesday on the month at 6:00PM

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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile Stop: Little Jacks North

9:00am - 10:15am
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Little Jacks North. Children, families, and staff are welcome!

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.

Infant Storytime (HAG)

10:00am - 10:30am
Young Children (0-6)
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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. Everyone is welcome!

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.

Infant Story Time (SMI)

11:00am - 11:30am
Young Children (0-6)
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Children's Room SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Babies ages 6 - 18 months and their caregiver will enjoy books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes under the guidance of a librarian.  Please join us!

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.

Infant Storytime (HAG)

11:00am - 11:30am
Young Children (0-6)
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.