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This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group

Bird Feeder Craft

All Day 3/2–3/20
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Smithsburg Library and pick up a Bird Feeder craft to build and paint.  While supplies last.

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

STEM Challenge Kit - Benjamin Franklin's Kite

All Day 3/2–3/20
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Stop by the library to pick up a kite kit to make a kite and read the provided information about the exciting experiment Benjamin Franklin performed with a kite during a storm.  While supplies last.

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group

Toddler Time

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Toddlers aged 18 - 36 months and their caregivers will enjoy books, songs, flannel stories and rhymes with a librarian.

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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group

10:30am–1:30pm
Everyone
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your project and join this group.

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group

Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Young Children (0-6)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Calling all ages - join Miss Laura on Fridays at 11:00 AM for story time.  Books, fingerplays, flannel stories, songs and more.  No registration required.

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
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group

Saturday Storytime

11:30am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Join us in the children's room for books, songs, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for all ages.  No registration required.

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

It's Game Night (SMI)

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Smithsburg Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
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 "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

American Flag Pin

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Smithsburg Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the nation's 250th by creating a flag pin.  Basic counted surface embroidery stitches will be used to make this pin which measures approximately 2 x 2.5 inches.  This is a basic project and no experience is necessary.

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group

Infant Story Time

11:00am–11:30am
Young Children (0-6)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Children's Room SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Babies ages 6 - 18 months and their caregiver will enjoy books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes under the guidance of a librarian.  Please join us!

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

Tape It Up! Teen DIY Workshop

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Smithsburg Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on March 11, 2026, for a fun Teen Duct Tape Workshop where you’ll create your own wallet! Bring your creativity and enjoy crafting with friends in a relaxed, hands-on environment.

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group

Toddler Time

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Toddlers aged 18 - 36 months and their caregivers will enjoy books, songs, flannel stories and rhymes with a librarian.

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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group

10:30am–1:30pm
Everyone
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your project and join this group.

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group

Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Young Children (0-6)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Calling all ages - join Miss Laura on Fridays at 11:00 AM for story time.  Books, fingerplays, flannel stories, songs and more.  No registration required.

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

Writers Group

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join this fun and informal group of fellow writers to share writing, feedback, and ideas.  

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

Saturday Storytime

11:30am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Join us in the children's room for books, songs, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for all ages.  No registration required.

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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

You've researched your ancestor but still have unanswered questions about their lives.  It seems you've found every record available for them but could there be something more?

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group

Toddler Time

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Toddlers aged 18 - 36 months and their caregivers will enjoy books, songs, flannel stories and rhymes with a librarian.

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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group

10:30am–1:30pm
Everyone
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your project and join this group.

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group

Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Young Children (0-6)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Calling all ages - join Miss Laura on Fridays at 11:00 AM for story time.  Books, fingerplays, flannel stories, songs and more.  No registration required.

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

Adult Book Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join us for the monthly book club discussion.  The club currently meets in the library Community Room.  For the month of March the club will be reading Small Mercies by Dennis Lahane.

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

It's Game Night (SMI)

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

Peter Geiser: Smithsburg's Inventor

6:45pm–8:00pm
Adults
Smithsburg Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Geiser Way in the Whispering Hills neighborhood of Smithsburg, is named after Peter Geiser, the inventor of the first practical machine for thrashing grain, who was born here.

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group

Infant Story Time

11:00am–11:30am
Young Children (0-6)
Smithsburg Library
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Children's Room SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Babies ages 6 - 18 months and their caregiver will enjoy books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes under the guidance of a librarian.  Please join us!

This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group

Leaders of 250 Years Ago - Benjamin Franklin

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Smithsburg Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to learn about the leaders that built our country 250 years ago.  This month we will be studying Benjamin Franklin.  Each session will include hands-on activities.  Ages 6 - 12.  Please register.