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Book Drive flyer presented by Maryland Commission on African American History & Culture with their logo and large bookshelf behind.

MCAAHC Book Drive

All Day 2/24 - 6/6
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch

Program Type:

Books & Authors

Age Group:

Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone

Event Details:

You can support the work of the Maryland Commission on African American History & Culture in celebrating & preserving Black culture, by donating books that highlight black ...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

You can support the work of the Maryland Commission on African American History & Culture in celebrating & preserving Black culture, by donating books that highlight black voices and stories.

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Spring Fest Scavenger Hunt

10:15am–1:45pm
Everyone
Keedysville Library
Library Branch: Keedysville Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Stop by the Library during Spring Fest to get a copy of the Scavenger Hunt.

If you complete it, and return it to the library before 2:00 PM, when the library closes, and you will get a prize.

Keedysville Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Young Children (0-6)
Keedysville Library
Library Branch: Keedysville Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Have fun and develop a love of reading with Ms. Yen at the Keedysville Library.

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.

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.

Memorial Day closing 2026

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Juneteenth closing 2026

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Friday, June 19, 2026 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Saturday, June 20, 2026.

SRC Puppet Show

1:00pm–2:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Keedysville Library
Library Branch: Keedysville Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Help puppet friends unearth the story of Summer Reading! Puppet show, Reader's Theater, crafts, and bookmobile visit. Open to all ages, but best suited for children and caregivers. 

Independence Day closings 2026

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Friday, July 3, 2026 and Saturday, July 4, 2026 (Administrative Closing) in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

Authentic Community Theater Storytelling Performance

3:30pm–4:30pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Keedysville Library
Library Branch: Keedysville Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Help local performers unearth a story in this skit by Authentic Community Theater. Open to all ages, but will appeal most to preschool and early elementary 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.

Labor Day closing 2026

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

Indigenous Peoples' Day Closing 2026

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Monday, October 12, 2026 in observance of the Indigenous Peoples' Day holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

Veteran's Day closing 2026

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Wednesday, November 11th in observance of the Veteran's Day holiday.  We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, November 12, 2026.

Thanksgiving closings 2026

All Day 11/26–11/27
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

The Washington County Free Library and its Branches will be closed on Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th in observance of the Thanksgiving Day holiday. We will re-open at our regular time on Saturday.

Christmas Holiday closings 2026

All Day 12/24–12/25
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Thursday, December 24th and Friday, December 25th in observance of the Christmas holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Saturday, December 26, 2025.

New Years Eve closing at 5PM

5:00pm–11:45pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library will be closing at 5PM on Thursday, December 31st.

New Year Closing 2027

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Friday, January 1, 2027 in observance of the New Year holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Saturday, January 2, 2027.