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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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Homeschool Book Club

1:30pm–2:30pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Sharpsburg Library
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Discussion and activities related to the book. 

National Library Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

A Storytime for Adults of All Abilities! Join us as we read books, sing along to music, dance, play games, make crafts, and more! Registration requested. We are celebrating Egg Hunts and will be going on our own egg hunt!

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.

Views of Presenters

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.

Adult Anime Club

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - HAN
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Are you an adult (18-30)  with a love of Japanese animation and comics? Then we have a program for you!  Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy all things anime from movies, discussions and games to crafts and cosplay!

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.

Views of Presenters

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.

National Library Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

National Library Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Will you "Find Your Joy” at the library this week?  Whatever brings you in, the library has something for everyone.

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.  

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 April the club will be reading Calamity of Souls by David Baldacci.

Festive Fridays

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

Festive Fridays

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.  

Free Comic Book Day

9:15am–1:00pm
Everyone
Sharpsburg Library
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Stop by the Library and pick up your free comic book.  All ages 

Children's Book Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate the world of children’s books with different activities each day.  

Children's Book Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate the world of children’s books with different activities each day.  

Children's Book Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate the world of children’s books with different activities each day.  

Children's Book Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate the world of children’s books with different activities each day.  

Children's Book Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate the world of children’s books with different activities each day.  

Children's Book Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate the world of children’s books with different activities each day.  

Book Club for Adults

11:30am–1:00pm
Adults
Clear Spring Branch
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

The group reads the same book and the we have an in-depth and lively discussion about what we have read.

Please contact Leigh Snyder, branch manager, to get signed up and receive a copy of the book.

Adult Book Share

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Sharpsburg Library
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

What is your favorite current read? 

50 Books Cafe

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Western Maryland Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join us on Wednesday, May 6 at 6:00pm for a group book chat! Whether you're reading 50 books or just want to chat about what you're reading, we'll be happy to see you! 

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.

Children's Book Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate the world of children’s books with different activities each day.  

Children's Book Week

All Day
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate the world of children’s books with different activities each day.  

Williamsport Book Club

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Williamsport Memorial Library
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion!  Our Book Club is a smaller group with a lively book discussion.  Books are selected in advance by members. All are welcome; no prior Book Club experie

Williamsport Book Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Williamsport Memorial Library
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion!  Our Book Club is a smaller group with a lively book discussion.  Books are selected in advance by members. All are welcome; no prior Book Club experie