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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.
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Western Maryland Room
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
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! ¿Quiere r...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:
Join us for Movie Night for Grown-ups showing a different movie for adults every 2nd Tuesday on the month at 6:00PM     ...

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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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Write Here, Write Now

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Virtual Event - Fletcher Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Career & Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Do you like to write? Do you wish you had a dedicated time to devote to the craft? If so, join other local writers at WCFL’s writing club, Write Here, Write Now! Come spend an hour or two writing, talking about writing, and workshopping writing with ...

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Mask Recommended

While masks are not required, patrons are strongly encouraged to wear a mask while attending this program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Adults, Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Bring your project and join this group. ...
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.
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, Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
Our Cricut Club is canceled for December, but will resume in January. Enjoy your holiday! If you've ever wanted to own a Cricut, or you have one and don't know where to start, or you are already a Cricut pro and want to share ideas, this program i...

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 "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:
The pages of your favorite stories and legends are about to come to life!   In the spirit of fostering the love of stories, imagination, and community, the Washington County Free Library invites you to don your finest fairytale and magical...

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:
Join the Afternoon Book Club as they discuss Betty Garmus's Lessons in Chemistry Meeting the 3rd Tuesday of Every Month at 3 PM. All are Welcome. ...
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
You must find what is lost in this Christmas themed escape room. (For teens and Adults) Teams of 6 to10 people are recommended though you can do this with fewer. Please contact library to schedule a time.  301-842-2730   ...
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

It's Game Night (SMI)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
The library is partnering with DragonXGames to host game night.  Dungeons and Dragons, Magic the Gathering, and board games are available.  Ages 10 and up please.  Registering will give us an idea of how many people to prep for.  ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Book Club (HAN)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:
Join this lively and fun book discussion. Each month participants will discuss a book chosen by members of the group. ...

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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Adults, Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Bring your project and join this group. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Write Here, Write Now

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Virtual Event - Fletcher Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Career & Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Do you like to write? Do you wish you had a dedicated time to devote to the craft? If so, join other local writers at WCFL’s writing club, Write Here, Write Now! Come spend an hour or two writing, talking about writing, and workshopping writing with ...

Disclaimer(s)

Mask Recommended

While masks are not required, patrons are strongly encouraged to wear a mask while attending this program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Adults, Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Bring your project and join this group. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book Club

11:30am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:
Please call library or stop by to order a copy of the book. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Book Share (SHA)

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:
The  Heaven and Earth Grocery Store  by James McBride  ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Event Details:
Each month pick up *Your sample of the spice of the month *History and info about the spice  *Recipes including the spice January-Fenugreek February-Juniper Berries March-Garam Masala In April we will have a picnic to talk a...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Williamsport Book Club

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Offsite Williamsport
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:
Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion! In January we will discuss The novel "Evvie Drake Starts Over" by Linda Holmes.  All are welcome, no prior Book Club experience is needed!     ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Adults, Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Bring your project and join this group. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Event Details:
Washington County Free Library welcomes you to the Fletcher Film Series. Each month, we bring you films based around a central theme. To kick off the new year, we'll be going "Back in Time" with these time travel films. Note: The film series ...

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:
Do you wanna play a game? Drop in to play a board game or two, or solve a murder mystery! ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:
Join us for Movie Night for Grown-ups showing a different movie for adults every 2nd Tuesday on the month at 6:00PM January's Movie is "Land" Rated PG-13; 89 minutes; 2021. Starring Robin Wright Penn as Edee, who in the aftermath of an unfathom...

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.

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

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. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Event Details:
Each month pick up *Your sample of the spice of the month *History and info about the spice  *Recipes including the spice January-Fenugreek February-Juniper Berries March-Garam Masala In April we will have a picnic to talk a...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Write Here, Write Now

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Career & Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Do you like to write? Do you wish you had a dedicated time to devote to the craft? Come join us for an hour or two of writing and discussion! We are a place for local writers to collaborate with other writers, workshop their works-in-progress, or jus...