This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 3 2025 Mon McCauley Lecture: Jonathan Hager - The Forgotten Patriot Legacy of the Father of Western Maryland 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens & YA (13-18), Adults This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 3 2025 Mon McCauley Lecture: Jonathan Hager - The Forgotten Patriot Legacy of the Father of Western Maryland 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Event Details: Jonathan Hager is primarily known as the founder of Hagerstown, MD and the Father of Washington County, and that's it--but there is so much more to know!
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Nov 4 2025 Tue Homeschool at the Library 1:00pm–2:00pm Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18) Registration Required This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Nov 4 2025 Tue Homeschool at the Library 1:00pm–2:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Pre-School Storytime (BNS) 3:30pm–4:00pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Pre-School Storytime (BNS) 3:30pm–4:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG) 5:00pm–6:00pm Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG) 5:00pm–6:00pm 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!
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Art Club for Adults & Teens 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Art Club for Adults & Teens 5:30pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Conference Room - 334 Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Welcome to our new Art Club for Adults and Teens, a monthly group for all art lovers. Art supplies will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own!
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Writers Workshop 5:00pm–8:30pm Teens & YA (13-18) This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Writers Workshop 5:00pm–8:30pm 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 Event Details: Join us on the first and third Thursday for WRITERS WORKSHOP! You can bring your poetry, prose, songs, anything! TEEN program: For ages 13-18
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Family Story Night (HAG) 6:30pm–7:00pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Family Story Night (HAG) 6:30pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Join us for our Family Story Night for children of 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. 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 "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Nov 7 2025 Fri Festive Fridays 4:00pm–5:30pm Teens & YA (13-18) This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Nov 7 2025 Fri Festive Fridays 4:00pm–5:30pm 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
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 8 2025 Sat Family Story Time - (BNS) 11:00am–12:00pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 8 2025 Sat Family Story Time - (BNS) 11:00am–12:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 8 2025 Sat Saturday Story Time (SMI) 11:30am–12:00pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 8 2025 Sat Saturday Story Time (SMI) 11:30am–12:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Nov 10 2025 Mon Home School Enrichment Class: Coding & Typing Club (HAG) 2:00pm–3:30pm Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18) Registration Required This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Nov 10 2025 Mon Home School Enrichment Class: Coding & Typing Club (HAG) 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Classroom Lab 315 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. Join us for a NEW Home School Enrichment Class offering: Coding & Typing Club. This introductory course will allow students ages 6 to 13 to explore touch typing concepts and beginner level coding at their own pace. 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 "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 10 2025 Mon ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) 6:00pm–7:00pm Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone Registration Required This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 10 2025 Mon ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Study Room 3 - 333 Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to learn in a fun, no-pressure environment. Come chat with us!
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Pre-School Storytime (BNS) 3:30pm–4:00pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Pre-School Storytime (BNS) 3:30pm–4:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG) 5:00pm–6:00pm Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG) 5:00pm–6:00pm 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!
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Family Story Night (HAG) 6:30pm–7:00pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Family Story Night (HAG) 6:30pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Join us for our Family Story Night for children of 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. 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 "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Nov 14 2025 Fri VolunTeen Orientation 5:00pm–5:30pm Teens & YA (13-18) Registration Required This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Nov 14 2025 Fri VolunTeen Orientation 5:00pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: YA Meeting Room 212 Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18) Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning Registration Required Event Details: Come to a short orientation to familiarize yourself with the expectations, potential jobs, and benefits of our VolunTeen program. Then you will be all set to earn SSL hours!
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Cricut/Maker Club (HAN) 10:00am–11:30am Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Cricut/Maker Club (HAN) 10:00am–11:30am 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: So you have a Cricut (Joy, Joy Xtra, Explore, Maker, Venture.) Now you want to know what you can do with it. Join other crafters in the adventure that is creating with all things Cricut! 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Family Story Time - (BNS) 11:00am–12:00pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Family Story Time - (BNS) 11:00am–12:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Saturday Story Time (SMI) 11:30am–12:00pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Saturday Story Time (SMI) 11:30am–12:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 17 - 21 2025 Take N Make: Spectroscope Rainbow Maker 11/17/2025 @ 9:00am–11/21/2025 @ 6:00pm Kids & Tweens (6-12) Registration Required This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 17 - 21 2025 Take N Make: Spectroscope Rainbow Maker 11/17/2025 @ 9:00am–11/21/2025 @ 6:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12) 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. Register to pick up your Take N Make kit at the library branch of your choice between November 17 and 21. For ages 6 to 12. Registration required. This month's Take N Make project: Make a Spectroscope!
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 19 2025 Wed Pre-School Storytime (BNS) 3:30pm–4:00pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 19 2025 Wed Pre-School Storytime (BNS) 3:30pm–4:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 19 2025 Wed Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG) 5:00pm–6:00pm Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 19 2025 Wed Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG) 5:00pm–6:00pm 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!
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Nov 20 2025 Thu Writers Workshop 5:00pm–8:30pm Teens & YA (13-18) This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Nov 20 2025 Thu Writers Workshop 5:00pm–8:30pm 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 Event Details: Join us on the first and third Thursday for WRITERS WORKSHOP! You can bring your poetry, prose, songs, anything! TEEN program: For ages 13-18
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 20 2025 Thu Family Story Night (HAG) 6:30pm–7:00pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Nov 20 2025 Thu Family Story Night (HAG) 6:30pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Join us for our Family Story Night for children of 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. 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.