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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 26, 2025 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

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, June 19, 2025 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Friday, June 20, 2025.

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 4, 2025 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Saturday, July 5, 2025.

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 "Everyone" group.

Storytelling Performance with Authentic Community Theater (KEE) (SRC)

11:30am - 12:30pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
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:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Let's get colorful with Authentic Community Theater! This live performance storytime is a great way to get excited about Summer Reading Club. Open to kids and parents of all ages. No registration necessary. 

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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.

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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 "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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Color Your Path: Sidewalk Chalk at the Library (KEE) (SRC)

11:00am - 2:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Keedysville Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Let's decorate the whole county with sidewalk chalk art! At every library branch in Washington County, as part of "Color Our World" Summer Reading Club! 

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group.

Puppet Show for Summer Reading Club! (KEE) (SRC)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Keedysville Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Meet Hermie and Charlotte, and learn all about their colorful world and how they're enjoying Summer Reading Club! See your favorite librarians perform, experience a Reader's Theater, make a fun craft, and hop aboard the Bookmobile! 

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 2025

All Day
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 1, 2025 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

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 13, 2025 in observance of the Indigenous Peoples' Day holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

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 Tuesday, November 11th in observance of the Veteran's Day holiday.  We will reopen at our normal hours on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

Thanksgiving closings 2025

All Day 11/27 - 11/28
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 27th and Friday, November 28th in observance of the Thanksgiving Day holiday. We will re-open at our regular time on Saturday.

Christmas Holiday closings 2025

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
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, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th in observance of the Christmas holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Friday, December 26, 2025.

New Years Eve closing at 5PM

5:00pm - 11:45pm
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
Description:

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

New Year Closing 2026

All Day
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, January 1, 2026 in observance of the New Year holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Friday, January 2, 2026.