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Spring Plant/Seed Swap (WIL)

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 6:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Everyone

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.

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.

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.

Pre-School Storytime (HAG)

Friday, May 9, 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)

Join us for our Pre-School Storytime for children ages 3-5.  

 

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.

Infant Lapsit Storytime (BNS)

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Infant Story Time/Lap Sit:

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Registration Required
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.

Pre-School Story Time (SMI)

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)

Calling all ages - Join Miss Laura on Fridays at 11:00 for story time. We are now meeting in the Community Room. Registration is not required.

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 for story time. We are now meeting in the Community Room. Registration is not 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 "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Art of Mosaic II - Mother's Day

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 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

In our 2nd Mosaic workshop, we'll make a mosaic heart-shaped coaster/trivet as a handmade Mother's Day gift. 

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), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Registration Required
Event Details:

In our 2nd Mosaic workshop, we'll make a mosaic heart-shaped coaster/trivet as a handmade Mother's Day gift. 

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.

Family Story Time

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room - CLE at Clear Spring Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Preschool Story Time:

Story time for children ages 3-5.

Join us for 30 minutes of stories, songs, activities and a craft.

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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile Stop: Fahrney Keedy

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile Stop: Mt. Nebo Christian Learning Center

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 2:45pm - 3:15pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Bookmobile stop. Mt. Nebo Christian Learning Center children, families and staff welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. Mt. Nebo Christian Learning Center children, families and staff welcome!

This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.

VolunTeen Orientation

Friday, May 9, 2025 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!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile Special Event: Touch A Truck and Train

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Locomotive and vehicle enthusiasts of all ages are sure to enjoy this event presented by the City of Hagerstown and Hagerstown Parks and Recreation.

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

Locomotive and vehicle enthusiasts of all ages are sure to enjoy this event presented by the City of Hagerstown and Hagerstown Parks and Recreation.

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group.

Reading Day (HAG)

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Come to the library for a special day celebrating books and reading!  We will have a book giveaway from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM.   

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

Come to the library for a special day celebrating books and reading!  We will have a book giveaway from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM.   

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 "Everyone" group.

Spring Plant/Seed Swap (WIL)

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:15am - 3:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Everyone

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writers Group (SMI)

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Join this fun and informal group of fellow writers to share writing, feedback, and ideas.  

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Quiet Room - SMI
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join this fun and informal group of fellow writers to share writing, feedback, and ideas.  

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group.

Family Story Time - (BNS)

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Join Miss Alyssa for a fun Themed Family Storytime with stories and songs.

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 "Adults" group.

She’s Having a Baby! Community Baby Shower (CLE)

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:30pm
Community Room - CLE at Clear Spring Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults

In collaboration with the Washington County Health Department, we are hosting a Community Baby Shower! All expectant mothers, and new mothers with an infant less than 1 year in age are welcome to register.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

In collaboration with the Washington County Health Department, we are hosting a Community Baby Shower! All expectant mothers, and new mothers with an infant less than 1 year in age are welcome to register.

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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Mother's Day Seed Swap and Share

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Everyone

Please come and join us on Saturday, May 10 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM in the Community Room for a Hagerstown Homesteaders Mother's Day Seed Swap and Share.

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

Please come and join us on Saturday, May 10 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM in the Community Room for a Hagerstown Homesteaders Mother's Day Seed Swap and Share.

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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group.

Story Time in our Town - Milk and Honey Farms (SMI)

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)

Children and families come to Milk and Honey Farms for a fun story time and tour of the farm.  Please meet us at Big Field, which is at the corner of Pondsville Rd. and Spur Rd. (just off Mapleville Rd.), Smithsburg, MD. Sign up online.

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children and families come to Milk and Honey Farms for a fun story time and tour of the farm.  Please meet us at Big Field, which is at the corner of Pondsville Rd. and Spur Rd. (just off Mapleville Rd.), Smithsburg, MD. Sign up online.

This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group.

Pokémon Trading Club (SMI)

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)

Bring your Pokémon cards to trade with others in our community room and socialize while you build your deck.  This is for ages 6-17.  Intermediary provided to ensure fair trades.  Parental supervision required for 10 and under.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Bring your Pokémon cards to trade with others in our community room and socialize while you build your deck.  This is for ages 6-17.  Intermediary provided to ensure fair trades.  Parental supervision required for 10 and under.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Noteworthy Sundays - Dr. Ben Lougheed

Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Culture
Age Group:
Everyone

Please join us on Sunday, May 11, 2025, for our Noteworthy Sundays concert series.  This month we welcome world renowned Dr.

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

Please join us on Sunday, May 11, 2025, for our Noteworthy Sundays concert series.  This month we welcome world renowned Dr.

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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile Stop: Stonecroft Apartments

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 8:45am - 9:00am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile Stop: My Favorite Place

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 9:15am - 9:45am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Bookmobile stop. Children, families and staff from My Favorite Place are welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. Children, families and staff from My Favorite Place are welcome!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile Stop: Pleasant Valley Road

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:15am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. All are welcome!

This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group.

Toddler Time (HAG)

Monday, May 12, 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)

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.

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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile Stop: Ivy Hill Farm

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!

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

Bookmobile Stop. All are welcome!