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Book Drive flyer presented by Maryland Commission on African American History & Culture with their logo and large bookshelf behind.

MCAAHC Book Drive

All Day 2/24 - 6/6
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch

Program Type:

Books & Authors

Age Group:

Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone

Event Details:

You can support the work of the Maryland Commission on African American History & Culture in celebrating & preserving Black culture, by donating books that highlight black ...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

You can support the work of the Maryland Commission on African American History & Culture in celebrating & preserving Black culture, by donating books that highlight black voices and stories.

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MCAAHC Book Drive

All Day 2/24–6/6
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

You can support the work of the Maryland Commission on African American History & Culture in celebrating & preserving Black culture, by donating books that highlight black voices and stories.

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.

Family Take-and-Make: "Bugs-in-a-Bag" DIY Tic Tac Toe game

All Day 4/1–4/30
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a portable and adorable tic-tac-toe set!

  • Ages 8 and up.
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Rabbit with a Fence

All Day 4/6–4/24
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Smithsburg Library and pick up a craft kit to build a Rabbit at a Fence.  Everything is provided except the glue.  While supplies last.

STEM Challenge Kit - Root View

All Day 4/6–4/24
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Stop by the library to pick up a STEM kit to discover how plants grow from seeds.  While supplies last.

Children's Take-and-Make: Spoon and Egg Maracas

All Day 4/16–4/30
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make your own spoon-and-egg maraca!  

National Library Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
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 "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

Take N Make: Quill Pen & Ink

04/20/2026 @ 9:00am–04/24/2026 @ 5:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Pick up a kit at the library branch of your choice during the week of April 20 - 24 to make a quill pen and ink, and learn about The Constitution, and the tools that were used to write it! For kids ages 6 to 12. Registration required.

National Library Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
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 "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

Pulleys, Levers and Catapults

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Clear Spring Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Learn about simple machines using hands-on pulleys, levers and catapults. 

National Library Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
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 "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

Special Storytime Around Town at the City Park Train Hub

11:00am–11:30am
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Williamsport Memorial Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Offsite Williamsport
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Special Storytime Around Town at the Hagerstown City Park Train Hub.
 
Storytime with Williamsport and Hagerstown Libraries.

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.

Homeschool Book Club

1:30pm–2:30pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Sharpsburg Library
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Discussion and activities related to the book. 

Bookmobile Storytime: Boys & Girls Club

3:30pm–4:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Staff and Children Welcome!

Preschool Storytime

3:30pm–4:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Boonsboro Free Library
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Come join us for a fun Storytime with rhymes, songs, and a craft.

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.

Leaders of 250 Years Ago - Thomas Jefferson

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Smithsburg Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to learn about the leaders that built our country 250 years ago.  This month we will be studying Thomas Jefferson.  Each session will include hands-on activities.  Ages 6 - 12.  Please register.

National Library Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
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 "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

Evening Storytime

6:00pm–6:45pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Williamsport Memorial Library
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Are you unable to attend the morning storytime, then this evening family storytime is a great alternative. Join us for books, music,  and educational activities. 

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.

National Library Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
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 "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

National Library Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
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 "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

Maker/Cricut Club

10:00am–11:45am
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join other crafters in creating fun projects with a variety of Cricut machines and heat presses. Each month will feature a different activity. This program is appropriate for ages 12 and up. 

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.

Family Storytime

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Boonsboro Free Library
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Join Miss Alyssa for a fun Themed Family Storytime with stories and songs.

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.

Saturday Storytime

11:30am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
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, songs, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for all ages.  No registration required.

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.

Family Craft Saturday: Faux Stained Glass Flowers

12:00pm–1:30pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a tiny pot of "stained glass" flowers!

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.

*New* Homeschool Hangout

2:00pm–3:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Williamsport Memorial Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Join our Homeschool Hangout for parents and children!

March:

Adults: Let's talk local activities, share ideas. 

Children: STEM activities