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Bookmobile Stop: Crest & Greenberry Roads

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Marbern Road

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. Everyone welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. Everyone welcome!

Tween/Teen Craft- Star Wars Papercrafting (BNS)

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

For Grades 6-12Register to make some Star Wars Papercrafts to help celebrate Star Wars Day.

Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

For Grades 6-12

Register to make some Star Wars Papercrafts to help celebrate Star Wars Day.

Free comic book day poster

Free Comic Book Day (SHA)

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 9:15am - 1:00pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by the library and pick up your free comic book!  All ages.  

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Stop by the library and pick up your free comic book!  All ages.  

Several children smiling while holding books and sitting in the floor in the children's section of the library

Gardening Story Time - (BNS)

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Join Miss Alyssa for a fun Gardening Storytime with a few books about gardens and then plant a few seeds to take home.

Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join Miss Alyssa for a fun Gardening Storytime with a few books about gardens and then plant a few seeds to take home.

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.
Kids Discover/Little Explorers: Wonderfully Wild

Kids Discover/Little Explorers: Wonderfully Wild

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Join us as we welcome "Wonderfully Wild" local educational animal encounter on Saturday May 3rd from 11am-12pm. We'll meet real animals including a tortoise, a gecko, and a snake. ...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Join us as we welcome "Wonderfully Wild" local educational animal encounter on Saturday May 3rd from 11am-12pm. We'll meet real animals including a tortoise, a gecko, and a snake. We'll also make an animal craft and learn about animals.

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.

Saturday Story Time (SMI)

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Room SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Join us in the children's room for books, song, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for all ages.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Children's Room SMI
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, song, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for 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.
Gimli

Read with a Pet: Gimli

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Meet Gimli, a lovable cat who is waiting to read with you.  Gimli doesn't worry about how well you read, just that you are there with him, share a story, and that you are gent...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Meet Gimli, a lovable cat who is waiting to read with you.  Gimli doesn't worry about how well you read, just that you are there with him, share a story, and that you are gentle!  Gimli will visit the Children's Department from 1:00-2:00

Chess pieces

Teen Chess Club

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Drop in for a few games of chess hosted with Ms. Bonnie every first Saturday of the month.

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:

Drop in for a few games of chess hosted with Ms. Bonnie every first Saturday of the month.

Saturday Family Movie Matinee:

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room - 334 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Culture
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Come join us on the 1st Saturday of the month for popcorn and a movie at 2 p.m. in the Community Room located on the 3rd floor of the WCFL Hagerstown Branch! August's movie is "___...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Event Details:

Come join us on the 1st Saturday of the month for popcorn and a movie at 2 p.m. in the Community Room located on the 3rd floor of the WCFL Hagerstown Branch! August's movie is "______". Rated __. 

door hanger poster

Children's Book Week (HAG)

All Day
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

“An Ocean of Stories” can be found in children’s books!  We will have special activities each day to celebrate Children's Book Week.  Participate in our scavenger hu...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Event Details:

“An Ocean of Stories” can be found in children’s books!  We will have special activities each day to celebrate Children's Book Week.  Participate in our scavenger hunt and make a “Shhh! time to read” door hanger!

 

Bookmobile Stop: Hagerstown Day Nursery

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 9:15am - 9:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Hagerstown Day Nursery children, families and staff are welcome. 

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

Hagerstown Day Nursery children, families and staff are welcome. 

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Classroom Lab 315 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join nonprofit Betty's Wish and Dementia Friendly Washington County for an Alzheimer's Association class all about your brain and body. 

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Classroom Lab 315
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join nonprofit Betty's Wish and Dementia Friendly Washington County for an Alzheimer's Association class all about your brain and body. 

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Bright Eyes Early Learning Center

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bright Early Learning Center children, families and staff are welcome.

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

Bright Early Learning Center children, families and staff are welcome.

Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Toddler Time (HAG)

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library!  For ages 18-36 months.  Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online ...

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:

Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library!  For ages 18-36 months.  Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs May-July.

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.

Spring Plant/Seed Swap (WIL)

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 7:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Spring has sprung and its time to plan your garden. We welcome all indoor and outdoor plants and seeds of all types to our Second Annual Plant & Seed Swap. Please make sure you...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

Spring has sprung and its time to plan your garden. We welcome all indoor and outdoor plants and seeds of all types to our Second Annual Plant & Seed Swap. Please make sure your items are clearly marked and identified.

Bookmobile Stop: Sargent Shriver Head Start

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Sargent Shriver Head Start children, families and staff are welcome. 

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

Sargent Shriver Head Start children, families and staff are welcome. 

Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Toddler Time (HAG)

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library!  For ages 18-36 months.  Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online ...

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:

Read books, sing songs, make friends, and have fun at the library!  For ages 18-36 months.  Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required.  Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs May-July.

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.
colorful image of book, magical. Storytime now in Williamport Library

Toddler Time (WIL)

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Books, felt stories, finger plays, and music. Join us and let's plan and learn together at Toddler Time.  All ages are welcome!  

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:

Books, 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.

*NEW* Wiggles & Giggles Toddler Playtime (WIL)

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Join us after storytime to wiggle, play, and socialize in our storytime area. Organized activities will be provided from time to time. 

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.

The Empowered Caregiver Education Series

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Classroom Lab 315 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join nonprofit Betty's Wish and Dementia Friendly Washington County for an Alzheimer's Association educational series for caregivers. 

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Classroom Lab 315
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join nonprofit Betty's Wish and Dementia Friendly Washington County for an Alzheimer's Association educational series for caregivers. 

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Seaton of Hagerstown

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 1:45pm - 2:15pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Daniels Circle @ Robin's Glenn

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Everyone is welcome!

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

Everyone is welcome!

Various lego blocks spread across table

LEGO Night (SMI)

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us in the Community Room to build with LEGOs.  In May we will be building a castle or free build.  Registering is preferred.

Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Join us in the Community Room to build with LEGOs.  In May we will be building a castle or free build.  Registering is preferred.