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Lei Day (HAG)

All Day
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Learn about this Hawaiian holiday with a special take and make craft during the day and Family Story Night at 6:30 PM. 

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Learn about this Hawaiian holiday with a special take and make craft during the day and Family Story Night at 6:30 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.

Craft Kit - Bug Jar (SMI)

All Day 5/1 - 5/22
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Create a Bug Jar with the May craft kit. While supplies last.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a Bug Jar with the May craft kit. While supplies last.

STEM Challenge Kit - Balloon Hovercraft (SMI)

All Day 5/1 - 5/22
Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Design and build a mini hovercraft that can move over a tabletop or floor using this STEM kit.

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Design and build a mini hovercraft that can move over a tabletop or floor using this STEM kit.

Children's Take-and-Make: Egg Carton Bouquet (HAN)

All Day 5/1 - 5/31
Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Just in time for Mother's Day, create a beautiful bouquet with paper egg cartons!This craft is for children up to the age of 7.ONE kit per child. Please register each child separat...

Required
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Just in time for Mother's Day, create a beautiful bouquet with paper egg cartons!

  • This craft is for children up to the age of 7.

  • ONE kit per child. Please register each child separately

Bookmobile Stop: Hancock Elementary

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:15am - 11:00am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

WCPS students and staff are welcome!

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

WCPS students and staff are welcome!

Pale brown background. Bold letters for title of event. Event dates and QR Codes for registration. Description of event. Outline of a computer.

Computer Basics 5-week Series

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Classroom Lab 315 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning, Science, Technology & Maker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a 5-week course series on Computer Basics! The course will provide an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of computer usage, internet basics and email. The course wil...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Classroom Lab 315
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Science, Technology & Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join us for a 5-week course series on Computer Basics! The course will provide an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of computer usage, internet basics and email. The course will meet once a week for 5 weeks.

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.

Toddler Time (SMI)

Thursday, May 1, 2025 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.

Williamsport Book Club

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion!  Our Book Club is a smaller group with a lively book discussion.  Books are selected in advan...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion!  Our Book Club is a smaller group with a lively book discussion.  Books are selected in advance by members. All are welcome, no prior Book Club experie

plant swap

May Day Plant/Seed Swap and Share (SHA)

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 1:30pm - 6:30pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Event Details:

Tables will be set up in front of the library.  Feel free to drop off and pick up! 

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

Tables will be set up in front of the library.  Feel free to drop off and pick up! 

Bookmobile Stop: Somerford Assisted Living

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 1:45pm - 2:30pm
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!

Bookmobile Stop: St. James North @ Lyles Drive

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 2:45pm - 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: King's Kids @ St. James Church

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 3:15pm - 3:45pm
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!

Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Story Time (SHA)

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6)
Event Details:

Join Ms Susan for stories, activities, and a craft! 

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

Join Ms Susan for stories, activities, and a craft! 

Williamsport Book Club

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Williamsport Memorial Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion!  Our Book Club is a smaller group with a lively book discussion.  Books are selected in advan...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for an engaging book discussion!  Our Book Club is a smaller group with a lively book discussion.  Books are selected in advance by members. All are welcome, no prior Book Club experie

Game Night in The Teen Department

Game Night

Thursday, May 1, 2025 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)
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Game Night!1st Thursday - Switch Night2nd Thursday - Card Games3rd Thursday - Board Games4th Thursday - Competition Night

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 us every Thursday for Game Night!

1st Thursday - Switch Night

2nd Thursday - Card Games

3rd Thursday - Board Games

4th Thursday - Competition Night

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.

Blooming Spring Papercrafts (BNS)

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
DIY, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Event Details:

Register to make some fun floral papercrafts to help us celebrate spring.Advanced Registration helps ensure that there are enough craft materials and equipment for all participants...

Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Register to make some fun floral papercrafts to help us celebrate spring.

Advanced Registration helps ensure that there are enough craft materials and equipment for all participants.

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.

*New* Evening Storytime (WIL)

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial 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:

Are you unable to attend the morning storytime, then this evening storytime is a great alternative. Join us for books, music,  and educational activities. Now every first...

Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:
Story time for children ages 3-5.

Are you unable to attend the morning storytime, then this evening storytime is a great alternative. Join us for books, music,  and educational activities. 

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.
Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Family Story Night (HAG)

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes & Puppet shows
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Join us for our Family Story Night for children of all ages.   

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Join us for our Family Story Night for children of 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.

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: Cascade Elementary

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 8:45am - 11:30am
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!

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

Friday, May 2, 2025 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.

Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Pre-School Storytime (HAG)

Friday, May 2, 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:

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, May 2, 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.

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, May 2, 2025 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.
Young infant sitting on floor with book and mother holding it

Family Story Time

Friday, May 2, 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.

Event Details:

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.