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¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés)

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room - 334 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to le...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to learn in a fun, no-pressure environment. Come chat with us!

DIY ramen bowls

Teen Chef -- DIY Ramen Bowls

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

We are making DIY ramen bowls to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month!  Learn to make a favorite food even better than you've had before!

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

We are making DIY ramen bowls to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month!  Learn to make a favorite food even better than you've had before!

Picture of Abraham Lincoln

The Boy Who gave Abraham Lincoln a Drink of Water at Antietam Battlefield (SHA)

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Historian and author Tim Snyder and his sister Barb Twigg will talk about the research on their young cousin who interacted with Lincoln in October 1862.  

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Event Details:

Historian and author Tim Snyder and his sister Barb Twigg will talk about the research on their young cousin who interacted with Lincoln in October 1862.  

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¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés)

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room 3 - 333 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to le...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Study Room 3 - 333
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to learn in a fun, no-pressure environment. Come chat with us!

End of the Year Home School Party: Journey to Costa Rica

Home School Enrichment: Party in Costa Rica! (HAG)

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Environment, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Homeschool Enrichment: End of the Year Party. We will be "traveling" to Costa Rica to explore the food, animals and culture from this amazing country! If you like tropical rai...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Environment, Fun & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Homeschool Enrichment: End of the Year Party. We will be "traveling" to Costa Rica to explore the food, animals and culture from this amazing country!

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.

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.

Smithsburg Days (SMI)

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:15am - 3:00pm
Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Smithsburg Days will be celebrated in Veterans Park and the library will join the festivities with a book sale, special craft, special story time, story walk, mini lectures and mor...

Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Event Details:

Smithsburg Days will be celebrated in Veterans Park and the library will join the festivities with a book sale, special craft, special story time, story walk, mini lectures and more.  Stop by to join in the celebration.  The lectures wil

Rainbow fruit parfaits

Teen Chef -- Rainbow Fruit Parfaits

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens & YA (13-18)
Event Details:

Celebrating June, summer, and Pride Month, join us as we layer pretty fruits togther to make a colorful dessert!

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Celebrating June, summer, and Pride Month, join us as we layer pretty fruits togther to make a colorful dessert!

Boba Tea

Taiwan Adventure: Boba Tea (SHA)

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 1:30pm - 6:30pm
Sharpsburg Library
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

We will have everything available for you to make and try different favors of Boba tea.  

Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Event Details:

We will have everything available for you to make and try different favors of Boba tea.  

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¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés)

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room - 334 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to le...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to learn in a fun, no-pressure environment. Come chat with us!

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¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés)

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room - 334 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to le...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your language skills, but need speaking practice? Look no further! This informal group for speakers of both English and Spanish is the perfect opportunity to learn in a fun, no-pressure environment. Come chat with us!

Didgeridoo Down Under: Australian Adventure (BNS)

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library
Program Type:
Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, Summer Reading Club
Age Group:
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Event Details:

Join us for an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience movement and participation. Enjoy the otherworldly sounds of the...

Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, Summer Reading Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Join us for an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience movement and participation. Enjoy the otherworldly sounds of the didgeridoo!

Registration is Requested.

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.

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.
Mark Brugh

Civil War Ghosts of Sharpsburg

Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Please join us for Civil War Ghosts of Sharpsburg, presented by author Mark Brugh. Mark, in full costume, will take us on a 75-minute Power Point ‘Ghost Tour’ of Sharpsburg, MD.&nb...

Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Please join us for Civil War Ghosts of Sharpsburg, presented by author Mark Brugh. Mark, in full costume, will take us on a 75-minute Power Point ‘Ghost Tour’ of Sharpsburg, MD.