This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. Feb 21 2025 Fri Tween STEAM Club: Moving Music (Chladni Plates) (HAG) 3:30pm - 4:30pm Kids & Tweens (6-12) Registration This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. Feb 21 2025 Fri Tween STEAM Club: Moving Music (Chladni Plates) (HAG) 3:30pm - 4:30pm 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 Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year. Have you ever heard of a Chladni Plate? It's a super fun invention that lets you SEE the vibrations of music. Come learn how to make your own. Friday, February 21 at 3:30 p.m. in the Fletcher Branch Storytime Room. Ages 9-12 welcome. 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 "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Feb 22 2025 Sat Hagerstown Homesteaders 11:00am - 12:30pm Adults, Everyone Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Feb 22 2025 Sat Hagerstown Homesteaders 11:00am - 12:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Conference Room - 334 Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness Registration Required Seats Remaining: 3 Event Details: Welcome to the Hagerstown Homesteaders, a monthly Gardening Club. Our goals are to teach you how to grow food from scratch, harvest and preserve food, and cook it from scratch. We will also teach you how to lay ou Disclaimer(s) 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 "Young Children (0-6)" group. Feb 24 2025 Mon Toddler Time (HAG) 10:00am - 10:30am Young Children (0-6) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. Feb 24 2025 Mon Toddler Time (HAG) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Young Children (0-6) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library! For ages 18-36 months. Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required. Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs January-March. 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. Feb 24 2025 Mon Toddler Time (HAG) 11:00am - 11:30am Young Children (0-6) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. Feb 24 2025 Mon Toddler Time (HAG) 11:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Young Children (0-6) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library! For ages 18-36 months. Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required. Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs January-March. 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. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Feb 24 2025 Mon ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) 11:00am - 12:00pm Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone Registration 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. Feb 24 2025 Mon ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) 11:00am - 12:00pm 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 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!
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 "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. Feb 24 2025 Mon Home School Enrichment Class (HAG): Microscope Mystery 2:00pm - 3:30pm Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18) Registration 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 "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. Feb 24 2025 Mon Home School Enrichment Class (HAG): Microscope Mystery 2:00pm - 3:30pm 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: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker Registration Required Seats Remaining: 50 Event Details: (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year. Learn how to use a microscope, and use it to solve a whodunnit mystery using forensics. Home schoolers in grades 1 through 8 welcome. 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. 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. Feb 26 2025 Wed Infant Storytime (HAG) 10:00am - 10:30am Young Children (0-6) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. Feb 26 2025 Wed Infant Storytime (HAG) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Young Children (0-6) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Share books, rhymes, and music with your baby at the library. Open to children 6-18 months. Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required. Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs January-March. 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. Feb 26 2025 Wed Infant Storytime (HAG) 11:00am - 11:30am Young Children (0-6) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. Feb 26 2025 Wed Infant Storytime (HAG) 11:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Young Children (0-6) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Share books, rhymes, and music with your baby at the library. Open to children 6-18 months. Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required. Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs January-March. 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 "Adults" group. Feb 27 2025 Thu Literacy Council of Washington County Beginner Class 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 27 2025 Thu Literacy Council of Washington County Beginner Class 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Computer Lab 315 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning Event Details: - 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. 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. Feb 27 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. Feb 27 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. Feb 28 2025 Fri Pre-School Storytime (HAG) 11:00am - 11:30am Young Children (0-6) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. Feb 28 2025 Fri Pre-School Storytime (HAG) 11:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Young Children (0-6) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Join us for our Pre-School Storytime for children ages 3-5. 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 "Everyone" group. Feb 28 2025 Fri Blessed Are The Cheesemakers! 2:00pm - 3:30pm Everyone Registration This event is in the "Everyone" group. Feb 28 2025 Fri Blessed Are The Cheesemakers! 2:00pm - 3:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Everyone Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker Registration Required Seats Remaining: 16 Event Details: Please join us on Friday, February 28, 2025 from 2:00-3:30 PM in our Community Room to hear Master Cheesemaker, Kelly Harding, from Village Cheeseworks, teach us how to make artisan cheeses. Disclaimer(s) 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 "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. Feb 28 2025 Fri VolunTeen Orientation 5:00pm - 5:30pm Teens & YA (13-18) Registration This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. Feb 28 2025 Fri VolunTeen Orientation 5:00pm - 5:30pm 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: 10 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. Mar 1 2025 Sat Design a Bookmark Contest All Day Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. Mar 1 2025 Sat Design a Bookmark Contest All Day Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: In honor of Youth Art Month, the Children’s Department will be sponsoring a Design a Bookmark Contest for children ages 5-12. Official entry blanks and rules will be available at all branches, and here on the calendar as an attachment.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. Mar 1 2025 Sat Kids Discover: Wheelie Racers 11:00am - 12:00pm Kids & Tweens (6-12) Registration This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. Mar 1 2025 Sat Kids Discover: Wheelie Racers 11:00am - 12:00pm 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 Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Join us for Kids Discover STEM: Wheelie Racers. Special guest 4-H will be joining us as we construct our own wheelie racers on Saturday March 1st from 11am-12pm. 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. Mar 1 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. Mar 1 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 "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. Mar 1 2025 Sat Teen Chess Club 1:00pm - 3:00pm Teens & YA (13-18) This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. Mar 1 2025 Sat Teen Chess Club 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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: Drop in for a few games of chess hosted with Ms. Bonnie every first Saturday of the month.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. Mar 1 2025 Sat Teen Mardi Gras Party 1:00pm - 4:00pm Teens & YA (13-18) This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group. Mar 1 2025 Sat Teen Mardi Gras Party 1:00pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: YA Meeting Room 212 Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18) Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Fun & Games Event Details: Come celebrate Mardis Gras with a grand costume party! Take this opportunity to bring out your cosplay and win a prize. Also, enjoy some uniquely Mardis Gras snacks and make a Mardis Gras mask!
This event is in the "Everyone" group. Mar 1 2025 Sat Saturday Family Movie Matinee: Transformers One 2:00pm - 4:00pm Everyone This event is in the "Everyone" group. Mar 1 2025 Sat Saturday Family Movie Matinee: Transformers One 2:00pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture Event Details: Come join us on the 1st Saturday of the month for Warehouse Cinemas popcorn and a movie at 2 p.m. in the Community Room located on the 3rd floor of the WCFL Hagerstown Branch! March's movie is "Transformers One". Rated PG.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. Mar 2 2025 Sun Design a Bookmark Contest All Day Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. Mar 2 2025 Sun Design a Bookmark Contest All Day Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: In honor of Youth Art Month, the Children’s Department will be sponsoring a Design a Bookmark Contest for children ages 5-12. Official entry blanks and rules will be available at all branches, and here on the calendar as an attachment.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. Mar 3 2025 Mon Design a Bookmark Contest All Day Kids & Tweens (6-12) This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group. Mar 3 2025 Mon Design a Bookmark Contest All Day Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: In honor of Youth Art Month, the Children’s Department will be sponsoring a Design a Bookmark Contest for children ages 5-12. Official entry blanks and rules will be available at all branches, and here on the calendar as an attachment.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. Mar 3 2025 Mon Toddler Time (HAG) 10:00am - 10:30am Young Children (0-6) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. Mar 3 2025 Mon Toddler Time (HAG) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Young Children (0-6) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library! For ages 18-36 months. Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required. Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs January-March. 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. Mar 3 2025 Mon Toddler Time (HAG) 11:00am - 11:30am Young Children (0-6) This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group. Mar 3 2025 Mon Toddler Time (HAG) 11:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Young Children (0-6) Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows Event Details: Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library! For ages 18-36 months. Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required. Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs January-March. 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.
Mar 3 2025 Mon McCauley Lecture: "Historic Schoolhouses of Washington County" 5:30pm - 7:45pm Mar 3 2025 Mon McCauley Lecture: "Historic Schoolhouses of Washington County" 5:30pm - 7:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Purpose of Meeting History talk