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Saturday Story Time (SMI)

11:30am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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.

LEGO Club (HAG)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
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, Fun & Games
Event Details:
An interactive program with building challenges with Legos.

Children ages 4 and older, come build with LEGO. A new LEGO building idea every month. Materials must stay at the library. No registration necessary.

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.

Valentines for Meals on Wheels

All Day
Everyone
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

The Children's Department is collecting valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program until February 4, 2026.  We are asking you to help make the day a little brighter for those who are feeling isolated at home.

Martin Luther King Day 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 Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of the MLK holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Valentines for Meals on Wheels

All Day
Everyone
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

The Children's Department is collecting valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program until February 4, 2026.  We are asking you to help make the day a little brighter for those who are feeling isolated at home.

Make a Valentine (SMI)

All Day 1/20–2/3
Everyone
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

The Smithsburg Branch is collecting Valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program.  Supplies will be available in the library or bring in Valentines from home!

Bookmobile Stop: Old Forge Elementary

8:45am–11:45am
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Students and staff are welcome!

Take N Make: Mysterious Marble Roller (HAG)

01/20/2026 @ 9:00am–01/23/2026 @ 5:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Pick up a kit at the library branch of your choice to make a marble rolling toy that will shock and impress your friends! For kids ages 6 to 12. Registration required. 

Toddler Time (BNS)

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6)
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Learning and reading about numbers, shapes and colors with other toddlers ages 18-36 months.

Gather with other Toddlers to learn Numbers, Shapes, and Colors at Story Time.

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.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Summerland Manor

2:30pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Everyone is welcome!

Afternoon Book Club (BNS)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Meeting the 3rd Tuesday of Every Month at 3 PM.

All are Welcome.

Bookmobile Stop: Elgin Station Head Start

3:30pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Creative Corner-Freestyle Crafternoon

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come get creative and work on a personal project!

Journaling Through Art (WIL)

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Our Journaling program continues with a monthly event on the third Tuesday at 5:30pm. No registration is required. We will provide supplies. 

Ages Teen 13- Adult 

Valentines for Meals on Wheels

All Day
Everyone
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

The Children's Department is collecting valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program until February 4, 2026.  We are asking you to help make the day a little brighter for those who are feeling isolated at home.

Bookmobile Stop: Greenbrier Elementary

8:45am–10:30am
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Students and staff are welcome!

Infant Storytime (HAG)

10:00am–10:30am
Young Children (0-6)
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.

Infant Storytime (HAG)

11:00am–11:30am
Young Children (0-6)
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.

Preschool Storytime (WIL)

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

Stories, music, and educational activities! Preschool Story Time takes place every Wednesday.  All ages are welcome. In the summer we will take storytime outside on Wednesdays! 

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Tiny Tots

11:15am–11:30am
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Tiny Tots Daycare: children, families, and staff are welcome!

Wiggles & Giggles Playtime (WIL)

11:30am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6)
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us after storytime to wiggle, play, and socialize in our storytime area. Organized activities will be provided from time to time. 

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.

Preschool Story Time (HAN)

11:30am–12:30pm
Young Children (0-6)
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Come to the Hancock Library for a lively morning of stories, music, dancing, movement and FUN! 

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.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Twin Oaks Assisted Living

1:30pm–2:30pm
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Residents and staff are welcome!

Spice Club (SHA)

1:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Event Details:

Each month pick up:

  • Your sample of the spice of the month (while supplies last)
  • Information about the spice
  • Recipe including the spice

January: Adobo

February: Lavender

March: Turmeric