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STEM Playtime for Preschoolers (WIL)

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
STEM/STEAM Programming:

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

Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday after Preschool Storytime for educational play, a learning craft, or a STEM/STEAM project. This program will be held directly after Preschool Storytime.&nbs...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Join us every Wednesday after Preschool Storytime for educational play, a learning craft, or a STEM/STEAM project. This program will be held directly after Preschool Storytime. 

STEM Playtime in the Williamsport Memorial Library

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.

Preschool Story Time (HAN)

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room - HAN at Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Come to the Hancock Library for a lively morning of stories, music, dancing, movement and FUN! 

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.
Picture of the book

Homeschool Book Club (SHA)

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

There are several versions of The Nutcracker available, according to your child's reading level. We will have activities related to the book. 

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

There are several versions of The Nutcracker available, according to your child's reading level. We will have activities related to the book. 

Toddler girl sitting in the library with open picture book on lap

Pre-School Storytime (BNS)

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Preschool Story Time:

Story time for children ages 3-5.

Event Details:

Come join us for a fun Storytime with rhymes, songs, and a craft.

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:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Come join us for a fun Storytime with rhymes, songs, and a craft.

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.

Gingerbread Cookie Decorating and Mulled Cider (SMI)

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

A special evening for teens ... Decorate Gingerbread Cookies; sip mulled cider; and listen to music together.  Sign up online.

Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

A special evening for teens ... Decorate Gingerbread Cookies; sip mulled cider; and listen to music together.  Sign up online.

Adult Crafty Hour

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Did you know crafting can be relaxing, and help improve your mood?  Join us for a crafty hour for adults only.  In December we will make embroidered snowflakes on felt. A...

Required
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Did you know crafting can be relaxing, and help improve your mood?  Join us for a crafty hour for adults only.  In December we will make embroidered snowflakes on felt. All supplies are provided.

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.
jazz concert picture

Annual Holiday Jazz Concert (SHA)

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Sit back and relax while enjoying the live holiday music of Bob Sykes, Scott Silbert, and Anita Thomas! There will be cookies, too—a lovely holiday tradition.  

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture
Event Details:

Sit back and relax while enjoying the live holiday music of Bob Sykes, Scott Silbert, and Anita Thomas! There will be cookies, too—a lovely holiday tradition.  

2024 va card information

Holiday Cards for Veterans

All Day
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Children’s Department will collect holiday cards for the patients at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg.  You can make your own cards or sign purchased cards.  Drop...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Children’s Department will collect holiday cards for the patients at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg.  You can make your own cards or sign purchased cards.  Drop your cards off today, and thanks for brightening up someone’s holi

Bookmobile Stop: Emma K. Doub

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 8:30am - 12:45pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bookmobile stop. Everyone is welcome!

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

Bookmobile stop. Everyone is welcome!

Toddler Time (SMI)

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Toddlers aged 18 - 36 months and their caregivers will enjoy books, songs, flannel stories and rhymes with a librarian.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Toddlers aged 18 - 36 months and their caregivers will enjoy books, songs, flannel stories and rhymes with a librarian.

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: Greenside Apartments @ Maugansville

Thursday, December 12, 2024 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: Western Maryland Hospital Center

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
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!

Toddler girl sitting in the library with open picture book on lap

Story Time (SHA)

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Join Miss Susan for stories, activities, and a craft. 

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

Join Miss Susan for stories, activities, and a craft. 

image of the grinch, with adult escape room date december 12th

*New* Adult Escape Room

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Wish you could attend our Teen Escape room but you're not a Teen? We now offer our Escape Room for Adults. Find clues, solve puzzles, and face down timed challenges to escape the r...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Wish you could attend our Teen Escape room but you're not a Teen? We now offer our Escape Room for Adults. Find clues, solve puzzles, and face down timed challenges to escape the room before the clock runs out!

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.

Family Game Night (BNS)

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Drop-in with the Family for a Fun Evening of Games, we will have a few Classics, but folks are encouraged to bring any favorites along to share. We will share puzzles and Adult and...

Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Drop-in with the Family for a Fun Evening of Games, we will have a few Classics, but folks are encouraged to bring any favorites along to share. We will share puzzles and Adult and kids Coloring Pages and some treats and warm drinks.

Holiday Photo Booth

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Holiday/Seasonal
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

After you meet a special jolly visitor in the Children's Department, stop by the first floor atrium of the library for an additional photo opportunity! Take a family photo for a...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal
Event Details:

After you meet a special jolly visitor in the Children's Department, stop by the first floor atrium of the library for an additional photo opportunity!

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.
Santa Visit 2024

Santa Visit (HAG)

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Join us for Santa's annual visit to the library!  

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

Join us for Santa's annual visit to the library!  

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.
2024 va card information

Holiday Cards for Veterans

All Day
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Children’s Department will collect holiday cards for the patients at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg.  You can make your own cards or sign purchased cards.  Drop...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Children’s Department will collect holiday cards for the patients at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg.  You can make your own cards or sign purchased cards.  Drop your cards off today, and thanks for brightening up someone’s holi

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Event Details:

Bring your project and join this group.

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

Bring your project and join this group.

Toddler girl sitting in the library with open picture book on lap

Pre-School Storytime (HAG)

Friday, December 13, 2024 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:

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.
Mother and young baby looking at book together

Infant Lapsit Storytime (BNS)

Friday, December 13, 2024 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.

Event Details:

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. Ol...

Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

Pre-School Story Time (SMI)

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
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.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Fahrney-Keedy Senior Living Community

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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: Mount Nebo Christian Pre-School

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 2:45pm - 3:15pm
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!