Upcoming Events

Filters
Age Group

Summer Reading Club - Adult Treasure Hunt!

06/01/2024 @ 9:30am - 09/08/2024 @ 9:30am
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Adventure Begins at Your Library is the Summer Reading Club theme this year, and what says "adventure" more than pirates? This summer, you can go on a treasure hunt in your very own library, at the time and pace you choose.

Go on Walkabout with Sneaks! (HAN)

All Day 6/24 - 8/15
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Dear Summer Reading Friend,

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.

SRC Bird Watch Quest (WIL)

All Day 7/1 - 7/31
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Science, Technology & Maker, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

All month this July, pick up your birding journals and search inside the library each week to discover birds common to our area. Scan the QR code and listen to the bird sounds. (Ages 5-8)

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

11:00am - 12:00pm
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 48
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!

Water for Wildlife with Master Gardener Trica (SHA)

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

Make a shallow water dish from recycled containers for your butterflies and insects with Master Gardener Trica Stopowski.  

Teen Game Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Come join us for Game Night, Thursdays from 5 - 7 PM! Come meet your peers and play games with your friends, from Switch to card games and foosball, you get to choose!

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

10:30am - 1:30pm
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your project and join this group.

VolunTeen Orientation

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 8
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!

Soaring Doves for Teens (SMI)

11:00am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The Hospice of Washington County bereavement department will be hosting a Soaring Doves Teen Program at the Washington County Free Library, Smithsburg Branch.  Though experiencing a death can be a life-changing event for anyone, adolescence i

Disclaimer(s)

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.

It's Game Night (SMI)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

Summer Reading Club: Planetarium Show (HAG)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Set sail on an adventure through the stars as we learn about the cosmic legends of ancient Africa in this planetarium show. Show begins at 4:00 in the Community Room (308/309).

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.

Teen Game Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Come join us for Game Night, Thursdays from 5 - 7 PM! Come meet your peers and play games with your friends, from Switch to card games and foosball, you get to choose!

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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.

Orienteering (SMI)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Come learn basic navigation skills using compasses on an orienteering course from the scouts of Troop 14.  This is for grades K - 12.  The scouts will have courses for different age groups.  Please sign up online.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

10:30am - 1:30pm
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your project and join this group.

Family Craft Saturday: Alcohol Ink Coffee Cup (HAN)

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Create a beautifully decorated coffee mug with alcohol ink and a straw. Registration is required. One spot per registration. Participants must be at least 6 years old. Patrons under 10 must be supervised by an adult at all times.

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.

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

11:00am - 12:00pm
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 8
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!

Adventure in Fun: Reptile Show (SHA)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Event will take place at the Sharpsburg Park on High Street.   Dustin from Adventure in Fun has entertained thousands of audiences from different walks of life and all ages and encourages them to give reptiles a chance.   Join

Vacation Tile Coasters (SMI)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Teens and Tweens where do you wish you could travel on vacation?  Join us to make a vision board coaster about where you want to travel.  All materials provided.  Register online!

Summer Reading Wrap-Up: Library Olympics! (HAN)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Offsite Hancock
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

 

Celebrate the end of the Summer Olympics and the Summer Reading Club!

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.

Story City - Teens TTRPG

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

The Teens Department is so excited to announce that we are going to start a Tabletop Roleplaying Game come August 15th, with great support from our friend, David Kunz! He will act as our GM.

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

10:30am - 1:30pm
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your project and join this group.

Teen/Tween Making DuctTape Pouches (BNS)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Tweens and Teens are invited to make a zipper pouch with duct tape.

Supplies are limited; Registration is Required

VolunTeen Orientation

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 8
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!

Teen Writers Workshop

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Career & Lifelong Learning
Event Details:

Come bring your writing to life through new prompts, styles, and genres! We will peer-edit, share ideas, and create!