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Color Program Box (SMI)

All Day 8/11 - 8/16
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us for colorful stories, songs, experiments and a craft to celebrate the SRC theme "Color Our World."

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Join us for colorful stories, songs, experiments and a craft to celebrate the SRC theme "Color Our World."

Story Walk (SMI)

All Day 8/11 - 8/16
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us on a walk outside the library to read "The Big Storm" by Nancy Tafuri.  This Storywalk is provided by the Potomac Audubon Society.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Join us on a walk outside the library to read "The Big Storm" by Nancy Tafuri.  This Storywalk is provided by the Potomac Audubon Society.

Bookmobile Stop: Greenside Apartments at Maugansville

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Bookmobile Stop @ Greenside Apartments. Everyone is welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Greenside Apartments. Everyone is welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Western Medical Center

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Bookmobile Stop @ Western Medical Center. Everyone is welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Western Medical Center. Everyone is welcome!

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Bring your project and join this group.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: McCleary Hill Meal Machine Book Pick-Up Only

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Bookmobile Stop: McCleary Hill Meal Machine. Everyone is welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop: McCleary Hill Meal Machine. Everyone is welcome!

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Hagerstown Homesteaders

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room - 334 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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.

Bookmobile Stop: Canal Rd

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Bookmobile stop at Canal Rd, everyone welcome!

Note: Bookmobile will park in the loop on the left, prior to Canal Park parking area. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop at Canal Rd, everyone welcome!

Note: Bookmobile will park in the loop on the left, prior to Canal Park parking area. 

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Hagerstown Homesteaders

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Conference Room - 334 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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.

Outdoor Movie with the Town of Boonsboro (BNS)

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 7:45pm - 9:30pm
Offsite Boonsboro at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Culture, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us in the Field next to the Library behind the Boonsboro Police Station for our Summer Outdoor Movie starting at Dusk

August will be showing The War with Grandpa

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Offsite Boonsboro
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Join us in the Field next to the Library behind the Boonsboro Police Station for our Summer Outdoor Movie starting at Dusk

August will be showing The War with Grandpa

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.

"Mini Masterpieces" Summer Reading Club Art Exhibit Reception

Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Everyone

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Celebrate Summer Reading Club 2025 with a BIG 'tiny art' exhibition for artists of all ages! 

 

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

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Celebrate Summer Reading Club 2025 with a BIG 'tiny art' exhibition for artists of all ages! 

 

Bookmobile Stop: Summerland Manor- Summer Puzzle Swap

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop, Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

All throughout the summer bring a gently used puzzle to your bookmobile stop. Receive a ticket and take home a new-to-you puzzle to enjoy before the end of the summer!   

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

All throughout the summer bring a gently used puzzle to your bookmobile stop. Receive a ticket and take home a new-to-you puzzle to enjoy before the end of the summer!   

Bookmobile Stop: Parkview Apartments at Lynnehaven Dr -Pop-Up Maker Space

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone

 Let your imagination run wild as you tinker, experiment and create using up-cycled items and art supplies at our pop-up maker space.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

 Let your imagination run wild as you tinker, experiment and create using up-cycled items and art supplies at our pop-up maker space.

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.
Mr. Jon Kids Concert

Mr. Jon: Kids Music Concert! (WIL) (SRC)

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Culture, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone

Join multiple Parents' Choice Award winning musician Mr. Jon & Friends for a musical comedy concert for the whole family.  Mr.

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Join multiple Parents' Choice Award winning musician Mr. Jon & Friends for a musical comedy concert for the whole family.  Mr.

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.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Twin Oaks Assisted Living

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

For the residents and staff of Twin Oaks Assisted Living only.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

For the residents and staff of Twin Oaks Assisted Living only.

Bookmobile Stop: Elgin Station Head Start

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Elgin Station Headstart: Children, families, and staff are welcome. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Elgin Station Headstart: Children, families, and staff are welcome. 

Bookmobile Stop: Bright Beginnings Daycare

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 9:15am - 9:45am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Bookmobile Stop @ Bright Beginnings Daycare. Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Bright Beginnings Daycare. Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Plumwood Circle-Color Our World Family Storytime

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Everyone

 Books, songs and activities that feature color and creativity are sure to delight your whole family at this storytime on the bookmobile!  

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

 Books, songs and activities that feature color and creativity are sure to delight your whole family at this storytime on the bookmobile!  

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.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Bring your project and join this group.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Hager's Crossing Community Center-Color Our World Family Storytime

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Everyone

Books, songs and activities that feature color and creativity are sure to delight your whole family at this storytime on the bookmobile!  

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Books, songs and activities that feature color and creativity are sure to delight your whole family at this storytime on the bookmobile!  

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Washington County Commission on Aging- Summer Puzzle Swap

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop, Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

All throughout the summer bring a gently used puzzle to your bookmobile stop. Receive a ticket and take home a new-to-you puzzle to enjoy before the end of the summer!   

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

All throughout the summer bring a gently used puzzle to your bookmobile stop. Receive a ticket and take home a new-to-you puzzle to enjoy before the end of the summer!   

Junior Homesteaders

Junior Homesteaders

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Please join us on Saturday, August 23 for our next Junior Homesteaders class.  We will learn about some planting, gardening, and homesteading basics.  Please register today as seats are limited.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please join us on Saturday, August 23 for our next Junior Homesteaders class.  We will learn about some planting, gardening, and homesteading basics.  Please register today as seats are limited.

Bookmobile Stop: Bluebell Dr. Daycare

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 8:30am - 8:45am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Bluebell Dr. Daycare: children, families, and staff are welcome. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bluebell Dr. Daycare: children, families, and staff are welcome. 

Bookmobile Stop: Heidi Cermeno Daycare

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:15am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Heidi Cermeno Daycare: children, families, and staff are welcome!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Heidi Cermeno Daycare: children, families, and staff are welcome!