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

VolunTeen Orientation

5:00pm–5:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration Required
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

Pokémon Trading Club (SMI)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Bring your Pokémon cards to trade with others in our community room and socialize while you build your deck.  This is for ages 6-17.  Intermediary provided to ensure fair trades.  Parental supervision required for 10 and under.

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

Teen Water Color Painting (SHA) (SRC)

2:00pm–6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in and give water coloring a try! 

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

Macramé Rainbow (SRC)

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens and Adults join us to make a hanging macramé rainbow at the Smithsburg branch.  All materials will be provided.  For ages 13 - adult.  Space is limited please sign up online.

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

It's Game Night (SMI)

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

The library is hosting game night.  Board games are available.  Ages 12 and up please. Registering will give us an idea of how many people to prep for.  Bring your favorite board game.

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

Festive Fridays

4:00pm–5:30pm
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: 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 "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

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

Card Printing (SMI)

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens, draw a design in a Styrofoam tray and then print several cards from your design.  All materials provided.  Sign up online.

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

Part 3 Journaling Through Art (WIL)

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for Journaling through Art.  This 3 Part series, begins in June. We will discuss journaling

Part 1- June 17th - Immerse yourself in the world of journaling. Learn ways to make journaling  a daily habit

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

Intro to Music Production with Stephen Coghill

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Movies, Music & Culture, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

Proud owner of COG Digital Studio located in Hagerstown, MD.

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

Writers Workshop

5:00pm–8:30pm
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: 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 "Teens & YA (13-18)" group

VolunTeen Orientation

5:00pm–5:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration Required
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 "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Photo pendant necklace

11:00am–1:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will be making pendants using cabochons. 

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

Hanging Yarn Art (SHA) (SRC)

1:30pm–6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Drop in while we are open and make a unique wall hanging using a simple macrame knot. Use our yarn and/or bring some of your own to incorporate into the project. While supplies last. 

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

It's Game Night (SMI)

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

The library is hosting game night.  Board games are available.  Ages 12 and up please. Registering will give us an idea of how many people to prep for.  Bring your favorite board game.

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

Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker (BNS)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Event Details:

Join us for a Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker

 

 

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

LEGO Club (HAN)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration Required
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
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio!

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

Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio!

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
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

Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
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

Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio!

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
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

Escape Room - Escape the Artist's Studio!

3:00pm–4:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
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

September Craft Kit - Decorate a Notebook (SMI)

All Day 9/2–9/25
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
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

Homeschool at the Library

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration Required
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.