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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

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.

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.

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.

Family Take-and-Make: "Bugs-in-a-Bag" DIY Tic Tac Toe game

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Create a portable and adorable tic-tac-toe set!

  • Ages 8 and up.
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a portable and adorable tic-tac-toe set!

  • Ages 8 and up.
  •  

Bookmobile Take and Make: Found Poetry

All Day 4/6 - 4/30
Bookmobile
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Celebrate 250 years of women in the arts with Bookmobile’s Take and Make craft series. We’re kicking off with a found poetry kit inspired by the United States' first woman Poet Laureate, Louise Bogan.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate 250 years of women in the arts with Bookmobile’s Take and Make craft series. We’re kicking off with a found poetry kit inspired by the United States' first woman Poet Laureate, Louise Bogan.

Two women in yoga pose

Restorative Yoga & Sound Bath

Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Join us for a restorative yoga practice. This class is designed for all levels, making it perfect for beginners as well.

Registration Required
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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a restorative yoga practice. 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.

*New* Homeschool Hangout

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
STEM/STEAM Programming:

(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Join our Homeschool Hangout for parents and children!

March:

Adults: Let's talk local activities, share ideas. 

Children: STEM activities 

Registration Required
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
Registration Required
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Join our Homeschool Hangout for parents and children!

March:

Adults: Let's talk local activities, share ideas. 

Children: STEM activities 

Library Scavenger Hunt

Home School Enrichment Class: Arts Council Scavenger Hunt!

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)

Join us for an End of the School Year Field Trip to the Washington County Arts Council gallery where we'll test our observation skills with an artwork scavenger hunt. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an End of the School Year Field Trip to the Washington County Arts Council gallery where we'll test our observation skills with an artwork scavenger hunt. 

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.

Dungeons and Dragons

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Join Dungeon Master Robert for D&D!

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 Dungeon Master Robert for D&D!

It's Game Night (SMI)

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
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.

Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker (BNS)

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Join us for a Boonsboro Historical Society Meeting.

Speaker/Program to be announced

 

 

Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Event Details:

Join us for a Boonsboro Historical Society Meeting.

Speaker/Program to be announced

 

 

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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¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés)

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Conference Room - 334 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone

Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to learn in a fun, no-pressure environment. Come chat with us!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to learn in a fun, no-pressure environment. Come chat with us!

Festive Fridays, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

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

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, celebrate something silly, Washington County Free Library

Festive Fridays

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

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

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.  

Family Take-and-Make: Mini Beaded Potted Plant

All Day 5/2 - 5/29
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Create a beautiful potted plant that doesn't need watering and can survive in the worst conditions! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a beautiful potted plant that doesn't need watering and can survive in the worst conditions! 

plate of spicey chicken sushi with sauce and chopsticks

Teen Chef -- Spicy Chicken Sushi

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Holiday/Seasonal, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) month by making your own sushi!  No raw meat!  Seasoned chicken breast is at the heart of this delicious favorite.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Holiday/Seasonal, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) month by making your own sushi!  No raw meat!  Seasoned chicken breast is at the heart of this delicious favorite.

Cover of book Among the Mountains - The Lovetts and Their Hill Top House

McCauley Lecture: The Lovetts and Their Hill Top House Hotel in Harpers Ferry

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

The Hill Top House Hotel was for generations a beloved destination for couples and families celebrating special occasions, yet few former guests know its history—that it was founded by African-American power couple Tom and Lavinia Lovett.

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Event Details:

The Hill Top House Hotel was for generations a beloved destination for couples and families celebrating special occasions, yet few former guests know its history—that it was founded by African-American power couple Tom and Lavinia Lovett.

May Pole Wand Craft

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Celebrate Spring with the adorable craft!

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:

Celebrate Spring with the adorable craft!

“Get creative with Paracord! 🧵✨ Join us this May for a fun YA workshop at Smithsburg Library. Don’t miss out—spots fill fast!”

Pizza, Soda, and Paracord Power! (Canceled)

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Teens 12–18, join us at Smithsburg Library on April 8, 2026, at 5 PM for a fun night of crafting your own paracord bracelet. All materials are provided—plus pizza and soda to keep you fueled! Sign-up starts on March 8.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens 12–18, join us at Smithsburg Library on April 8, 2026, at 5 PM for a fun night of crafting your own paracord bracelet. All materials are provided—plus pizza and soda to keep you fueled! Sign-up starts on March 8.

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Art Club for Adults & Teens

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Welcome to 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!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to 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!

Stop the Bleed Training

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Stop the Bleed is a FREE certification for teens presented by Mackenzie Shepherd, BSN, RN from Meritus Medical Health Center.  

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop the Bleed is a FREE certification for teens presented by Mackenzie Shepherd, BSN, RN from Meritus Medical Health Center.  

Green typewriter, image says Writers workshop for teens ages 13-18

Writers Workshop

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Join us on the first and third Thursday for WRITERS WORKSHOP! You can bring your poetry, prose, songs, anything! 

TEEN program: For ages 13-18 

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
Event Details:

Join us on the first and third Thursday for WRITERS WORKSHOP! You can bring your poetry, prose, songs, anything! 

TEEN program: For ages 13-18 

card with pop up flowers

Mother's Day Craft- Pop-Up Card

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Conference Room - 334 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults

Celebrate Mom with this beautiful and easy to make pop-up card. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Mom with this beautiful and easy to make pop-up card. 

Candy Sushi

Tween/Teen Afternoon: Candy Sushi

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Tween/Teen Afternoon: We'll get creative with different kinds of candy to make our own Sweet Candy Sushi. Then we'll eat it.

Participants Must Register in advance so we can have enough supplies on hand.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tween/Teen Afternoon: We'll get creative with different kinds of candy to make our own Sweet Candy Sushi. Then we'll eat it.

Participants Must Register in advance so we can have enough supplies on hand.

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.
VolunTeen Orientation -- Every 2nd and 4th Friday 5-5:30 PM

VolunTeen Orientation

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

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!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
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!

Dungeons and Dragons

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)

Join Dungeon Master Robert for D&D!

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 Dungeon Master Robert for D&D!