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Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

A Storytime for Adults of All Abilities! Join us as we may read books, sing along to music, dance, play games, make crafts, and more! Registration requested. This month we are celebrating Autumn Leaves!

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.

Writers Group (SMI)

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults
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.  

Teen Pringles and Book Tasting

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us in a sampling of Pringles and a sampling of books.  Blind taste tests and choosing a book by a short synopsis only!  What can go wrong!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Adult Book Club (SMI)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
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.  Check back to find out what the library is reading for the month.

One Maryland, One Book Discussion Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Everyone
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Study Room 3 - 333
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Please join us for the One Maryland, One Book series in November.  This year's selection, What Storm, What Thunder by Myriam JA Chancy was chosen for this year's theme: Restorative Futu

Book Club

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Please call library or stop by to order a copy of the book.

Williamsport Book Club

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
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
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

Library Holiday Open House (SMI)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors, Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

Enjoy some refreshments at the library after Smithsburg's tree-lighting ceremony in Veterans Park.  Tour our building, pick up free craft kits for the kids, check out the used book sale and Santa will be here.  Also, at 7:30 pm, children

Homeschool Book Club (SHA)

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

There are several versions of The Nutcracker available, according to your child's reading level. We will have activities related to the book. 

Writers Group (SMI)

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults
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.  

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.

Adult Book Club (HAN)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join this lively and fun book discussion. Each month participants will discuss a book chosen by members of the group.

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.

Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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. This month we are celebrating Winter and Snow!

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.

Writers Group (SMI)

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults
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.  

Williamsport Book Club

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
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
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

50 Books Cafe

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
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, January 8 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.

Writers Group (SMI)

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults
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.  

Writers and Poets Contest Submissions Accepted

All Day 1/15 - 3/15
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

WCFL welcomes you to submit poetry and short stories for our annual Writers and Poets Contest. More information to follow. 

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.

Adult Book Club (HAN)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join this lively and fun book discussion. Each month participants will discuss a book chosen by members of the group.

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.

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.

Writers Group (SMI)

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults
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 (SMI)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
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.  Check back to find out what the library is reading for the month.