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Closing
Christmas Holiday closings 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 Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th in observance of the Christmas holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Friday, December 26, 2025.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
22
2025
Mon
Bookmobile Stop: Robin's Nest Daycare
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:
Children, families, and staff are welcome!
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
22
2025
Mon
Cancelled
Bookmobile Stop: Heidi Cermeno Daycare
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:
Children, families, and staff are welcome!
This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
22
2025
Mon
Bookmobile Stop: Fun & Learning Center
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:
Children, families, and staff are welcome!
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
23
2025
Tue
Cancelled
Bookmobile Stop: Hancock Elementary
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:
Students and staff are welcome!
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
22
2025
Mon
Bookmobile Stop: Little Friends Bilingual Childcare
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:
Children, families, and staff are welcome!
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
26
2025
Fri
Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)
Library Branch:
Smithsburg Library
Room:
Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Bring your project and join this group.
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This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
Dec
22
2025
Mon
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:
Stories, 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
Dec
22
2025
Mon
Wiggles & Giggles Toddler Playtime (WIL)
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.
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This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
Dec
23
2025
Tue
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.
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This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
Dec
24
2025
Wed
Preschool Story Time (HAN)
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.
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This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
Dec
26
2025
Fri
Pre-School Story Time (SMI)
Library Branch:
Smithsburg Library
Room:
Community Room - SMI
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Calling all ages - join Miss Laura on Fridays at 11:00 AM for story time. Books, fingerplays, flannel stories, songs and more. 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
Dec
26
2025
Fri
Pre-School Storytime (HAG)
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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
Dec
26
2025
Fri
Infant Lapsit Storytime (BNS)
Library Branch:
Boonsboro Free Library
Room:
Community Room - BNS
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Interactive reading setting for children ages birth to 18 months.
Had a baby in the last 18 months? Would you like to meet other parents and enjoy a few books and baby bounce rhymes/songs? This storytime is meant for wee ones, birth-18 months. Older siblings are always welcome too.
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 "Young Children (0-6)" group
Dec
26
2025
Fri
Infant and Toddler Story Time (HAN)
Library Branch:
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room:
Community Room - HAN
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows,
Fun & Games
Event Details:
Spend some quality time with your baby or toddler, and meet other adults with very young ones. During this shorter story time for our youngest patrons, we will have fun with stories, fingerplay and music.
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.
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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
Dec
27
2025
Sat
Family Story Time - (BNS)
Library Branch:
Boonsboro Free Library
Room:
Community Room - BNS
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6),
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Join Miss Alyssa for a fun Themed Family Storytime with stories and songs.
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.
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
Dec
27
2025
Sat
Saturday Story Time (SMI)
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.
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This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
Dec
26
2025
Fri
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.
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This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens & YA (13-18),
Adults
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
21
2025
Sun
Restorative Yoga & Sound Bath
Library Branch:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room:
Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18),
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness,
Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:
Join us for a restorative yoga practice to celebrate the Winter Solstice. This class is designed for all levels, making it perfect for beginners as well.
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.
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This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
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
Young Children (0-6),
Kids & Tweens (6-12),
Teens & YA (13-18),
Adults
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group
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
Dec
22
2025
Mon
Library Branch:
Williamsport Memorial Library
Room:
Community Room - WIL
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6),
Kids & Tweens (6-12),
Teens & YA (13-18),
Adults
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Event Details:
Join our Homeschool Hangout for parents and children! December
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
Kids & Tweens (6-12),
Teens & YA (13-18)
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
Dec
22
2025
Mon
Home School Enrichment Class: Coding & Typing Club SECTION 1 (HAG)
Library Branch:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room:
Classroom Lab 315
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12),
Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.
Join us for a NEW Home School Enrichment Class offering: Coding & Typing Club. This introductory course will allow students ages 6 to 13 to explore touch typing concepts and beginner level coding at their own pace.
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.
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 "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
22
2025
Mon
Bookmobile Stop: South Pointe @ Hunter's Woods Dr
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
23
2025
Tue
Bookmobile Stop: Spickler Rd
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
Kids & Tweens (6-12),
Teens & YA (13-18)
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
Dec
22
2025
Mon
Home School Enrichment Class: Coding & Typing Club SECTION 2 (HAG)
Library Branch:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room:
Classroom Lab 315
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12),
Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.
Join us for a NEW Home School Enrichment Class offering: Coding & Typing Club. This introductory course will allow students ages 6 to 13 to explore touch typing concepts and beginner level coding at their own pace.
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.
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 "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
23
2025
Tue
Bookmobile Stop: Sweetsies Community Stop
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
Kids & Tweens (6-12),
Teens & YA (13-18)
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
Dec
24
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Room:
Community Room - HAN
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12),
Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker,
Fun & Games
Event Details:
Attention Legomaniacs! Join other LEGO lovers in some bricktastic building fun! A different challenge each 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.
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
Dec
26
2025
Fri
Library Branch:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room:
YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning
Event Details:
Come to a short orientation to familiarize yourself with the expectations, potential jobs, and benefits of our VolunTeen program. Then you will be all set to earn SSL hours!
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This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens & YA (13-18),
Adults
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
23
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Smithsburg Library
Room:
Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18),
Adults
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Event Details:
The library is hosting game night. Board games are available. Ages 12 and up please. Registering will give us an idea of how many people to prep for. Bring your favorite board game.
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