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Children's Take-and-Make: Paper Pinwheel (HAN)

All Day 6/1–6/30
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a simple kid-friendly pinwheel!

  • This craft is for ages 7 and below.
  • ONE kit per registration. Please register each child separately.

Craft Kit - Rainbow (SMI)

All Day 6/2–6/18
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:

To celebrate the theme of Summer Reading Club, Color Your World, our craft kits this month will be making a rainbow.  While supplies last. 

STEM Challenge Kit - Leonardo Da Vinci's Parachute (SMI)

All Day 6/2–6/18
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Celebrate Leonardo Da Vinci by trying to create his parachute design.  While supplies last.

Family Take-and-Make: Recycled Bird Feeder (HAN)

All Day
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
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 birdfeeder from recycled materials.

For ages 6 and up. One kit per person. Register each person separately. 

Bookmobile Stop: Noland Village Meal Machine-Pop Up Maker Space

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Let your imagination run wild as you tinker, experiment and create using up-cycled items and art supplies at our pop-up maker space. 

Wolfe’s Exotic Encounters Reptile Show (BNS) (SRC)

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register in Advance to attend this exciting show with Live Reptiles.

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.

Wolfe’s Exotic Encounters Reptile Show (CLS) (SRC)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Is there anything cooler than real live reptiles? Come see, learn about, and even touch real reptiles and exotic animals. This is an all ages event. 

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Parkview Apartments at Lynnehaven Dr -Pop-Up Maker Space

3:15pm–4:15pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

 Let your imagination run wild as you tinker, experiment and create using up-cycled items and art supplies at our pop-up maker space.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Cortland Meal Machine-Mobile Pop Up Maker Space

11:30am–12:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Cortland Meal Machine-Mobile. Everyone is welcome!

Splashpad Story Time! (HAN)

11:30am–12:30pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Offsite Hancock
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Join us for this Summer Reading Club edition of our Preschool Story time!  We will meet at the Splashpad in Hancock Park for stories, games, and sign-up for the Summer Reading Program!

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.

Pre-School Storytime (BNS)

3:30pm–4:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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.

World Changers - Leonardo Da Vinci (SMI)

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

Join us to learn about people that changed the world, their lives and achievements.  Each session will include hands on activities.  For the month of June we will be learning about artist, Leonardo Da Vinci.  For ages 6 - 12.

Tie-Dye Your World (BNS)

4:30pm–5:30pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get into colorful gear for Summer Reading with this tie dye program.  Participants can bring their own items to tie dye.  There will be dyeable drawstring bags provided for those without their own items.

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.

Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG)

5:00pm–6:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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!

Toddler Time (SMI)

11:00am–11:30am
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Cancelled
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Toddlers aged 18 - 36 months and their caregivers will enjoy books, songs, flannel stories and rhymes with a librarian.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: McCleary Hill Meal Machine-ACT Performance

12:30pm–1:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ McCleary Hill Meal Machine ACT Performance. Everyone is welcome!

Cricut/Maker Club (HAN)

10:00am–11:30am
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
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:

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.

Family Story Time - (BNS)

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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 Story Time (SMI)

11:30am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Children's Room SMI
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, song, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for 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.

Family Craft Saturday: Color Our World Paint Day - Sunflowers! (HAN)

12:00pm–1:30pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
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:

Color our world with Sunflowers! Paint a beautiful sunflower on black canvas.

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.

LEGO Club: Picnic (HAG)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Build your perfect picnic, LEGO brick by LEGO brick! Ages 4+. No registration required. 

Bookmobile Stop: Noland Village Meal Machine-Pop Up Maker Space

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Let your imagination run wild as you tinker, experiment and create using up-cycled items and art supplies at our pop-up maker space. 

Storytelling Performance with Authentic Community Theater (BNS) (SRC)

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Let's get colorful with Authentic Community Theater! This live performance storytime is a great way to get excited about Summer Reading Club. Open to kids and parents of all ages. No registration necessary. 

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.

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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.

¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés)

9:00am–9:45am
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Classroom Lab 315
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!