This event is in the "Adults" group Discovering The Hidden Clues in US Census Records (SMI) Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Age Group: Adults Nearly all genealogists have used US census records in their family research. But if you are only looking at names and ages, you are missing a wealth of information available. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 19 2025 Tue Discovering The Hidden Clues in US Census Records (SMI) 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Room: Community Room - SMI Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: Nearly all genealogists have used US census records in their family research. But if you are only looking at names and ages, you are missing a wealth of information available.
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 This event is in the "Everyone" group ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) Monday, August 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 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! Register Now Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Everyone" group Aug 25 2025 Mon ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Registration Required 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!
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker (BNS) Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Join us for a Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker View Details This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 26 2025 Tue Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker (BNS) 6:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library Room: Community Room - BNS Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Event Details: Join us for a Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker 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 "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Teen Chef -- Plantain Cheese Turnovers Monday, September 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18) Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with an easy treat native to Honduras! Fried plantain dough around melted cheese – yum! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Sep 8 2025 Mon Teen Chef -- Plantain Cheese Turnovers 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: YA Meeting Room 212 Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18) Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with an easy treat native to Honduras! Fried plantain dough around melted cheese – yum! 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 "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) Monday, September 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 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! Register Now Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Everyone" group Sep 8 2025 Mon ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Registration Required 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Living History - Frances Perkins Friday, September 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Age Group: Adults, Everyone Living History at the Library proudly presents. "I Am Not Content: an Hour with Frances Perkins". Frances Perkins was the Secretary of Labor under FDR and the founder of Social Security. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Sep 12 2025 Fri Living History - Frances Perkins 1:00pm–2:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: Living History at the Library proudly presents. "I Am Not Content: an Hour with Frances Perkins". Frances Perkins was the Secretary of Labor under FDR and the founder of Social Security.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group McCauley Lecture: Does Anybody Really Know When the Civil Rights Movement Began? Monday, September 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Does anybody really know when the Civil Rights Movement began? You will by the end of this presentation! View Details This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 15 2025 Mon McCauley Lecture: Does Anybody Really Know When the Civil Rights Movement Began? 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Event Details: Does anybody really know when the Civil Rights Movement began? You will by the end of this presentation!
This event is in the "Adults" group How to Get the Most from Newspaper Research Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Age Group: Adults Newspapers can provide a wealth of information for family research. Obituaries and marriage announcements are just the tip of the iceberg. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 16 2025 Tue How to Get the Most from Newspaper Research 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Room: Community Room - SMI Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: Newspapers can provide a wealth of information for family research. Obituaries and marriage announcements are just the tip of the iceberg.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker (BNS) Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Community Room - BNS at Boonsboro Free Library Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Join us for a Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker View Details This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 23 2025 Tue Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker (BNS) 6:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library Room: Community Room - BNS Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Event Details: Join us for a Boonsboro Historical Society Speaker 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 "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) Monday, September 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 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! Register Now Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Everyone" group Sep 29 2025 Mon ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Registration Required 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!
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group McCauley Lecture: Jacob Brumbaugh: A Washington County Dunker Farmer, Pacifist, and Patriot Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Jacob Brumbaugh is recognized as a “Patriot” by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and The Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) not because of ever joining the militia or the Continental Army, but because he provided as View Details This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 9 2025 Thu McCauley Lecture: Jacob Brumbaugh: A Washington County Dunker Farmer, Pacifist, and Patriot 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Event Details: Jacob Brumbaugh is recognized as a “Patriot” by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and The Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) not because of ever joining the militia or the Continental Army, but because he provided as
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 This event is in the "Everyone" group The Weather Gods Curse the Gettysburg Campaign Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Program Type: Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone As the nation’s future hung in the balance, the Weather Gods delivered a wrath of fury on Union and Confederate forces throughout the Gettysburg Campaign. Register Now Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Everyone" group Oct 18 2025 Sat The Weather Gods Curse the Gettysburg Campaign 1:30pm–3:00pm 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, Everyone Program Type: Books & Authors, Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: As the nation’s future hung in the balance, the Weather Gods delivered a wrath of fury on Union and Confederate forces throughout the Gettysburg Campaign. 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.
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 This event is in the "Everyone" group ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 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! Register Now Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Everyone" group Oct 27 2025 Mon ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Registration Required 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!
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group McCauley Lecture: Jonathan Hager - The Forgotten Patriot Legacy of the Father of Western Maryland Monday, November 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Jonathan Hager is primarily known as the founder of Hagerstown, MD and the Father of Washington County, and that's it--but there is so much more to know! View Details This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 3 2025 Mon McCauley Lecture: Jonathan Hager - The Forgotten Patriot Legacy of the Father of Western Maryland 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: Cultural Heritage & Genealogy Event Details: Jonathan Hager is primarily known as the founder of Hagerstown, MD and the Father of Washington County, and that's it--but there is so much more to know!
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 This event is in the "Everyone" group ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) Monday, November 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 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! Register Now Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 10 2025 Mon ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Registration Required 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!
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 This event is in the "Everyone" group ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) Monday, November 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 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! Register Now Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 24 2025 Mon ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Registration Required 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!
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 This event is in the "Everyone" group ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 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! Register Now Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 8 2025 Mon ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Registration Required 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!
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 This event is in the "Everyone" group ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) Monday, December 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 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! Register Now Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 29 2025 Mon ¡Conversemos! Spanish/English Chat Group (Grupo de Chat español/inglés) 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Registration Required 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!