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 "Everyone" group Aug 22 2025 Fri Bookmobile Stop: Hager's Crossing Community Center-Color Our World Family Storytime 10:45am–11:15am Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone Offsite Event 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 "Everyone" group Aug 22 2025 Fri Bookmobile Stop: Hager's Crossing Community Center-Color Our World Family Storytime 10:45am–11:15am Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club Event Details: Books, songs and activities that feature color and creativity are sure to delight your whole family at this storytime on the bookmobile! 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 Aug 23 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 Aug 23 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 Aug 23 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 Aug 23 2025 Sat Saturday Story Time (SMI) 11:30am–12:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Aug 27 2025 Wed LEGO Club (HAN) 3:00pm–4:00pm 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 Aug 27 2025 Wed LEGO Club (HAN) 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library Room: Community Room - HAN Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18) Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games Registration Required Event Details: Attention Legomaniacs! Join other LEGO lovers in some bricktastic building fun! A different challenge each month! 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 "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Aug 27 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 Aug 27 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 "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Aug 28 2025 Thu Toddler Time (SMI) 11:00am–11:30am Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Aug 28 2025 Thu Toddler Time (SMI) 11:00am–11:30am 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Aug 28 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 Aug 28 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 "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 30 2025 Sat Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio! 10:00am–11:00am 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 Aug 30 2025 Sat Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio! 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club Registration Required Event Details: You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!
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 Aug 30 2025 Sat Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio! 11:00am–12:00pm 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 Aug 30 2025 Sat Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio! 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club Registration Required Event Details: You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Aug 30 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 Aug 30 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 Aug 30 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 Aug 30 2025 Sat Saturday Story Time (SMI) 11:30am–12:00pm 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.
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 Aug 30 2025 Sat Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio! 1:00pm–2:00pm 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 Aug 30 2025 Sat Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio! 1:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club Registration Required Event Details: You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!
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 Aug 30 2025 Sat Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio! 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 Aug 30 2025 Sat Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio! 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club Registration Required Event Details: You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!
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 Aug 30 2025 Sat Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio! 3:00pm–4:00pm 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 Aug 30 2025 Sat Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio! 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club Registration Required Event Details: You're an artist with a VERY big day coming up - your own premiere at a major art gallery! But wouldn't you know it, just as you're working on your masterpiece for the big day, your rival locks you in your studio and you can't get out!
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Sep 2 - 23 2025 September STEM Kit - Flying Helicopter (SMI) All Day 9/2–9/23 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 Sep 2 - 23 2025 September STEM Kit - Flying Helicopter (SMI) All Day 9/2–9/23 Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker Event Details: How do helicopters work? Learn about them in this STEM kit. While supplies last.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Sep 2 - 25 2025 September Craft Kit - Decorate a Notebook (SMI) All Day 9/2–9/25 Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18) This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Sep 2 - 25 2025 September Craft Kit - Decorate a Notebook (SMI) All Day 9/2–9/25 Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18) Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Pick up a notebook and some craft supplies to create a new notebook for school. While supplies last.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Sep 2 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 Sep 2 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 "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Sep 3 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 Sep 3 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 Sep 4 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 Sep 4 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 "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Sep 6 2025 Sat Lego Club (SHA) 10:00am–11:00am 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 Sep 6 2025 Sat Lego Club (SHA) 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker Event Details: Build the Lego challenge or make your own creation.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Sep 6 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 Sep 6 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 Sep 6 2025 Sat Read with a Pet: Gimli 1:00pm–2:00pm 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 Sep 6 2025 Sat Read with a Pet: Gimli 1:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Meet Gimli, a lovable cat who is waiting to read with you. Gimli doesn't worry about how well you read, just that you are there with him, share a story, and that you are gentle! Gimli will visit the Children's Department from 1:00-2:00
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Sep 10 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 Sep 10 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 "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Homeschool Program: Veterans (SHA) 1:30pm–2:30pm Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18) This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Homeschool Program: Veterans (SHA) 1:30pm–2:30pm Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18) Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Meet some local veterans and hear their stories. Make cards for local hospitalized veterans.