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Summer Reading Club - Adult Treasure Hunt!

06/01/2024 @ 9:30am - 09/01/2024 @ 9:30am
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Adventure Begins at Your Library is the Summer Reading Club theme this year, and what says "adventure" more than pirates? This summer, you can go on a treasure hunt in your very own library, at the time and pace you choose.

June Craft Kit - Flying Disc (SMI)

All Day 6/3 - 6/18
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Color your cosmic flying disc and then make it take flight. While supplies last.

June STEM Kit - Constellation Viewer (SMI)

All Day 6/3 - 6/18
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Build a constellation viewer to see star formations through a punched "sky."  While supplies last. 

Teen Game Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
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:

Come join us for Game Night, Thursdays from 5 - 7 PM! Come meet Ms.Yesenia and play games with your friends, from Switch to card games and foosball, you get to choose!

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.

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.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

10:30am - 1:30pm
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.

Storytime with Hospice of Washington County

11:00am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Join us for a special storytime, open to children ages 3-12, presented with the Hospice of Washington County Bereavement Department.  

Infant Lapsit Storytime (BNS)

11:00am - 11:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Interactive reading setting for children ages birth to 18 months.

Had a baby in the last 18 months? Would you like to meet other parents and enjoy a few books and baby bounce rhymes/songs? This storytime is meant for wee ones, birth-18 months. Older siblings are always welcome too.

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.

Pre-School Story Time (SMI)

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

Calling all ages - Join Miss Laura on Fridays at 11:00 for story time. We are now meeting in the Community Room. Registration is not 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.

Summer Reading Kick off party

11:30am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Outdoor games and crafts.  Weather permitting.  

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.

Summer Reading Kick-Off: Find the Pirate Treasure Escape Room! (HANCOCK)

11:30am - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

A group of friendly pirates has visited the library and left behind a locked treasure chest! They said that whoever can open the chest can choose a treasure from within. But there are SIX locks!

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.

Making Your Golden Years Count (WIL)

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us for a free program talking about your Golden Years, presented by Commonwealth Senior Living

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.

Summer Reading Club Kickoff! (SMI)

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Adventure Begins at Your Library is the theme for this year's Summer Reading Club.  Drop in any time between 1:00 and 4:00 to try your brain and braun with Indiana Jones Adventure type activities.  Once you complete the activities, sign

Legos at the Library: Camping (HAG)

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
An interactive program with building challenges with Legos.

Take your mini figures on the camping trip of a lifetime! Join us Friday, June 14 @ 3:30 p.m. for Lego Club. All materials stay at the library. 

Beaded Jewelry

11:00am - 12:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

We will be creating beaded earrings and bracelets sets

Family Story Time - (BNS)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Join Miss Yen for a fun Themed Family Storytime with stories and songs.

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.

Saturday Story Time (SMI)

11:30am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Children's Room SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Join us in the children's room for books, song, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for 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.

Teen Writers Workshop

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Career & Lifelong Learning
Event Details:

Come bring your writing to life through new prompts, styles, and genres! We will peer-edit, share ideas, and create!

Teen Writers Workshop - What is Camp NaNo?

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Career & Lifelong Learning
Event Details:

Come bring your writing to life through new prompts, styles, and genres! We will peer-edit, share ideas, and create! We will be creating an account with NaNoWriMo and getting ready for the July Camp Challenge!

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 May-July.

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.

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 May-July.

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.