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This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Kids & Tweens (6-12),
Teens & YA (13-18),
Adults
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan-Mar
15
2025
Writers and Poets Contest Submissions Accepted
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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:
2025 Washington County Free Library Announces Annual Writers and Poets Contest
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.
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Feb
17
2025
Mon
Closing
President's Day closing 2025
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, February 17, 2025 in observance of the President's Day holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
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This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
Young Children (0-6),
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
Take N Make: Easy Animation Zoetrope (HAG)
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Library Branch:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6),
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.
February's Take N Make kit is an Easy Animation Zoetrope--one of the earliest forms of animated video. Register to pick your kit up between January 21 and 25. For ages 6 through 12. Pick up at the branch of your choice.
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This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
Feb
19
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
20
2025
Thu
Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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
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 learning about Hearts!
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.
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This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
Feb
19
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
Feb
21
2025
Fri
Pre-School Storytime (HAG)
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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:
Join us for our Pre-School Storytime for children ages 3-5.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb
22
2025
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room:
Conference Room - 334
Age Group:
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Welcome to the Hagerstown Homesteaders, a monthly Gardening Club. Our goals are to teach you how to grow food from scratch, harvest and preserve food, and cook it from scratch. We will also teach you how to lay ou
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
19
2025
Wed
Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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
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 learning about Hearts!
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.
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This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
Feb
16
2025
Sun
Sunday Hangout: Anti-Valentine's Day Party
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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:
Join us for another Sunday Hangout: Anti-Valentine's Day Party! Come out to celebrate everything anti-Valentine's. Enjoy snacks, a blind date with a book, cookie decorating, and make a Frankentoy!
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb
21
2025
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room:
Conference Room - 334
Age Group:
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Welcome to the Hagerstown Homesteaders, a monthly Gardening Club. Our goals are to teach you how to grow food from scratch, harvest and preserve food, and cook it from scratch. We will also teach you how to lay ou
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.
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This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
Feb
21
2025
Fri
Tween STEAM Club: Moving Music (Chladni Plates) (HAG)
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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:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.
Have you ever heard of a Chladni Plate? It's a super fun invention that lets you SEE the vibrations of music. Come learn how to make your own. Friday, February 21 at 3:30 p.m. in the Fletcher Branch Storytime Room. Ages 9-12 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.
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This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
Feb
18
2025
Tue
Teen Creative Corner-Button Maker
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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 Tuesdays of the month! This week, attendees will be able to make up to 5 buttons!
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This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
Feb
19
2025
Wed
Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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!
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This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
Feb
20
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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:
Join us every Thursday for Game Night! We've got the Nintendo Switch, board games, and snacks!
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
20
2025
Thu
Literacy Council of Washington County Beginner Class
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room:
Classroom Lab 315
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning
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.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
20
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room:
Conference Room - 334
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Books & Authors,
Fun & Games
Event Details:
Calling all writers! Whether you have a work in progress or are looking to get started, join our Fletcher writing group! Workshop and explore other authors' works in a casual and supportive environment.
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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
Young Children (0-6),
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
Feb
20
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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