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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.

Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Event Details:

NEW! A weekly hangout and advisory board for 9 through 12 year olds. We will eat snacks, play games, make crafts, and talk about what fun things we should do at the library. No registration necessary. Be there or be square!

Tween Craft Night (WIL)

5:00pm - 6:15pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Registration
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a craft time just for tweens. Too old for story time, not ready for our teen programs, this event is just for you! (Age 8-12 years)   Registration is preferred.  All supplies will be provided. 

 

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.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

10:30am - 1:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your project and join this group.

Family Story Time

11:30am - 12:00pm
Young Children (0-6)
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Join us for 30 minutes of stories, songs, activities and a craft.

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.

Baila con Aguas Frescas/Dance with Fresh Waters

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 53
Event Details:

Join us for a fun time of dancing and taste-testing aguas frescas, light beverages made from one or more fruits, cereals, flowers, or seeds blended with sugar and water. They are popular in many Latin American countries.

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.

Children's Take-and-Make: Paper Pinwheel (HAN)

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Registration
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Make a simple kid-friendly pinwheel!

  • This craft is for ages 7 and below.
  • ONE kit per registration. Please register each child separately.

Color Your World Art Contest (SMI)

All Day 6/2 - 6/18
Everyone
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Smithsburg Branch during June or July to pick up a 4 x 4 canvas to paint kit.  Return the painted canvas by August 1 to enter into the art contest which will be judged by the public.

Craft Kit - Rainbow (SMI)

All Day 6/2 - 6/18
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

To celebrate the theme of Summer Reading Club, Color Your World, our craft kits this month will be making a rainbow.  While supplies last. 

Toddler Time (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: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Books, felt stories, finger plays, and music. Join us and let's plan and learn together at Toddler Time.  All ages are welcome!

 

 

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.

Homeschool at the Library

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Join us for a variety of STEM activities, crafts and more.  Please check with Clear Spring Branch manager for details of each month's event.

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 Creative Corner

4:30pm - 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 with Ms. Bonnie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month!

*New* Family Fun Night- Crafty Shenanigans (WIL)

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

All are welcome to this family craft night. Spend an hour making fun crafts with your family. Crafts for all ages. All supplies are provided.  This month we will make Summer Crafts. 

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.

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.

Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Event Details:

NEW! A weekly hangout and advisory board for 9 through 12 year olds. We will eat snacks, play games, make crafts, and talk about what fun things we should do at the library. No registration necessary. Be there or be square!

Art Club for Adults & Teens

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Welcome to our new Art Club for Adults and Teens, a monthly group for all art lovers. Art supplies will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own!

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

10:30am - 1:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your project and join this group.

Family Story Time

11:30am - 12:00pm
Young Children (0-6)
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Join us for 30 minutes of stories, songs, activities and a craft.

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.

Tween/Teen Craft- Stitch a Friend (BNS)

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Tween/Teen Craft- Stitch a Friend

Friday, June 6th @ 4:00PM

For Grades 6-12

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.

Toddler Time (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: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Books, felt stories, finger plays, and music. Join us and let's plan and learn together at Toddler Time.  All ages are welcome!

 

 

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.

*New* Crafty Companions (WIL)

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Craft Time for adults with developmental disabilities. Join us for a craft each month at our center table with your companion. All supplies are provided.  

 

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.

Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
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 National Oceans Month!

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.

Crafting Chronicles with Donny-Character Design

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 join Barbara Ingram student Donovan and learn about character design! This event is for teens by teens.