This event is in the "Everyone" group 5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest (HAN) All Day 9/27 - 10/24 Hancock Veterans Memorial Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal Age Group: Everyone Decorate a pumpkin for our 5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Everyone" group Sep-Oct 2025 5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest (HAN) All Day 9/27–10/24 Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library Age Group: Everyone Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal Registration Required Event Details: Decorate a pumpkin for our 5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest! 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.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Craft Kit - Yarn Pumpkin (SMI) All Day 10/1 - 10/11 Smithsburg Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Stop by the Smithsburg Branch to pick up a craft kit to create a yarn pumpkin out of a paper towel roll. While supplies last. View Details This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Oct 1 - 11 2025 Craft Kit - Yarn Pumpkin (SMI) All Day 10/1–10/11 Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop by the Smithsburg Branch to pick up a craft kit to create a yarn pumpkin out of a paper towel roll. While supplies last.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Fall Decorating Contest (SHA) Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 1:30pm - 7:00pm Sharpsburg Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Everyone Decorate, cut or fold old book pages. Draw or paint using any medium. Pick up your book pages anytime after October 1(while supplies last) and return them decorated by October 16. There will be age categories and prizes awarded. View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group Oct 7 2025 Tue Fall Decorating Contest (SHA) 1:30pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library Age Group: Everyone Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Decorate, cut or fold old book pages. Draw or paint using any medium. Pick up your book pages anytime after October 1(while supplies last) and return them decorated by October 16. There will be age categories and prizes awarded.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Creative Corner-Autumn Wreath Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18) Teens are invited to join us for Creative Corner with Ms. Bonnie on the first and third Tuesday of every month! This week, we'll be getting into the autumn spirit by decorating small, themed wreaths. Come drop in and unleash your creativity! View Details This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Oct 7 2025 Tue Creative Corner-Autumn Wreath 4:30pm–6:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: YA Meeting Room 212 Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18) Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Teens are invited to join us for Creative Corner with Ms. Bonnie on the first and third Tuesday of every month! This week, we'll be getting into the autumn spirit by decorating small, themed wreaths. Come drop in and unleash your creativity!
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group *NEW* Fountain Pen Social (WIL) Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Fountain Pen Enthusiasts, and those interested in this timeless tool are welcome to our social. Bring along your favorite pen to share, and learn why this pen is still going strong after hundreds of years. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 7 2025 Tue *NEW* Fountain Pen Social (WIL) 6:00pm–6:45pm Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library Room: Community Room - WIL Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Fountain Pen Enthusiasts, and those interested in this timeless tool are welcome to our social. Bring along your favorite pen to share, and learn why this pen is still going strong after hundreds of years. 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 "Adults" group Dollar Store Pumpkin Makeover (SMI) Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Community Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Turn a Dollar Store Pumpkin into a lovely decoration for your home decoupaging with a napkin. Everything is provided. Spaces are very limited. Please sign up online. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 7 2025 Tue Dollar Store Pumpkin Makeover (SMI) 6:30pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Room: Community Room - SMI Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Turn a Dollar Store Pumpkin into a lovely decoration for your home decoupaging with a napkin. Everything is provided. Spaces are very limited. Please sign up online.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group Preschool Story Time (HAN) Wednesday, October 8, 2025 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) Come to the Hancock Library for a lively morning of stories, music, dancing, movement and FUN! View Details This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group Oct 8 2025 Wed Preschool Story Time (HAN) 11:30am–12:30pm 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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Fall Decorating Contest (SHA) Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 1:30pm - 7:00pm Sharpsburg Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Everyone Decorate, cut or fold old book pages. Draw or paint using any medium. Pick up your book pages anytime after October 1(while supplies last) and return them decorated by October 16. There will be age categories and prizes awarded. View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group Oct 8 2025 Wed Fall Decorating Contest (SHA) 1:30pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library Age Group: Everyone Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Decorate, cut or fold old book pages. Draw or paint using any medium. Pick up your book pages anytime after October 1(while supplies last) and return them decorated by October 16. There will be age categories and prizes awarded.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG) Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12) NEW! A weekly hangout and advisory board for 9 through 12 year olds. We will eat snacks, play games, make crafts, and talk about what fun things we should do at the library. No registration necessary. Be there or be square! View Details This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Oct 8 2025 Wed Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG) 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games Event Details: NEW! A weekly hangout and advisory board for 9 through 12 year olds. We will eat snacks, play games, make crafts, and talk about what fun things we should do at the library. No registration necessary. Be there or be square!
This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Crafty Hour (WIL) Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm Community Room - WIL at Williamsport Memorial Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Did you know crafting can be relaxing, and help improve your mood? Join us for a crafty hour for adults only. All supplies are provided. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 8 2025 Wed Adult Crafty Hour (WIL) 5:30pm–6:45pm Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library Room: Community Room - WIL Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Did you know crafting can be relaxing, and help improve your mood? Join us for a crafty hour for adults only. 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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Fall Decorating Contest (SHA) Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 1:30pm - 7:00pm Sharpsburg Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Everyone Decorate, cut or fold old book pages. Draw or paint using any medium. Pick up your book pages anytime after October 1(while supplies last) and return them decorated by October 16. There will be age categories and prizes awarded. View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group Oct 9 2025 Thu Fall Decorating Contest (SHA) 1:30pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library Age Group: Everyone Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Decorate, cut or fold old book pages. Draw or paint using any medium. Pick up your book pages anytime after October 1(while supplies last) and return them decorated by October 16. There will be age categories and prizes awarded.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI) Friday, October 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:30pm Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Everyone Bring your project and join this group. View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group Oct 10 2025 Fri Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI) 10:30am–1:30pm Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Room: Quiet Room - SMI Age Group: Everyone Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Bring your project and join this group.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group Family Story Time Friday, October 10, 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. View Details This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group Oct 10 2025 Fri Family Story Time 11:30am–12:00pm 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 Fall Decorating Contest (SHA) Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 1:30pm - 7:00pm Sharpsburg Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Everyone Decorate, cut or fold old book pages. Draw or paint using any medium. Pick up your book pages anytime after October 1(while supplies last) and return them decorated by October 16. There will be age categories and prizes awarded. View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group Oct 14 2025 Tue Fall Decorating Contest (SHA) 1:30pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library Age Group: Everyone Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Decorate, cut or fold old book pages. Draw or paint using any medium. Pick up your book pages anytime after October 1(while supplies last) and return them decorated by October 16. There will be age categories and prizes awarded.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group Preschool Story Time (HAN) Wednesday, October 15, 2025 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) Come to the Hancock Library for a lively morning of stories, music, dancing, movement and FUN! View Details This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group Oct 15 2025 Wed Preschool Story Time (HAN) 11:30am–12:30pm 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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Fall Decorating Contest (SHA) Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 1:30pm - 7:00pm Sharpsburg Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Everyone Decorate, cut or fold old book pages. Draw or paint using any medium. Pick up your book pages anytime after October 1(while supplies last) and return them decorated by October 16. There will be age categories and prizes awarded. View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group Oct 15 2025 Wed Fall Decorating Contest (SHA) 1:30pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library Age Group: Everyone Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Decorate, cut or fold old book pages. Draw or paint using any medium. Pick up your book pages anytime after October 1(while supplies last) and return them decorated by October 16. There will be age categories and prizes awarded.
This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG) Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Storytime Room - 227 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12) NEW! A weekly hangout and advisory board for 9 through 12 year olds. We will eat snacks, play games, make crafts, and talk about what fun things we should do at the library. No registration necessary. Be there or be square! View Details This event is in the "Kids & Tweens (6-12)" group Oct 15 2025 Wed Tween Hangout & Advisory Board (HAG) 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Storytime Room - 227 Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12) Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games Event Details: NEW! A weekly hangout and advisory board for 9 through 12 year olds. We will eat snacks, play games, make crafts, and talk about what fun things we should do at the library. No registration necessary. Be there or be square!
This event is in the "Adults" group Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG) Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games Age Group: Adults A Storytime for Adults of All Abilities! Join us as we read books, sing along to music, dance, play games, make crafts, and more! Registration requested. We are celebrating Campfire Stories with hot cocoa and a s'mores sheet pan! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 16 2025 Thu Storytime for Adults with All Abilities (HAG) 10:30am–12:00pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: Combined Community Room 308/309 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Music & Culture, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games Registration Required Event Details: A Storytime for Adults of All Abilities! Join us as we read books, sing along to music, dance, play games, make crafts, and more! Registration requested. We are celebrating Campfire Stories with hot cocoa and a s'mores sheet pan! 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 Fall Decorating Contest (SHA) Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 1:30pm - 7:00pm Sharpsburg Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Everyone Decorate, cut or fold old book pages. Draw or paint using any medium. Pick up your book pages anytime after October 1(while supplies last) and return them decorated by October 16. There will be age categories and prizes awarded. View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group Oct 16 2025 Thu Fall Decorating Contest (SHA) 1:30pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library Age Group: Everyone Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Decorate, cut or fold old book pages. Draw or paint using any medium. Pick up your book pages anytime after October 1(while supplies last) and return them decorated by October 16. There will be age categories and prizes awarded.
This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Writers Workshop Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:30pm YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18) Join us on the first and third Thursday for WRITERS WORKSHOP! You can bring your poetry, prose, songs, anything! TEEN program: For ages 13-18 View Details This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Oct 16 2025 Thu Writers Workshop 5:00pm–8:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: YA Meeting Room 212 Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18) Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us on the first and third Thursday for WRITERS WORKSHOP! You can bring your poetry, prose, songs, anything! TEEN program: For ages 13-18
This event is in the "Adults" group Craft and Chat Fridays at the Hancock Senior Center (HAN) Friday, October 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:15am Hancock Veterans Memorial Library Program Type: Books & Authors, Career & Lifelong Learning, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games Age Group: Adults On the 3rd Friday of every month, the Hancock Library will sponsor a program at the Hancock Senior Center. Each month will feature a different activity and healthy snacks. Please contact the Library or the Senior Center for more information. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 17 2025 Fri Craft and Chat Fridays at the Hancock Senior Center (HAN) 10:00am–11:15am Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Authors, Career & Lifelong Learning, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker, Fun & Games Event Details: On the 3rd Friday of every month, the Hancock Library will sponsor a program at the Hancock Senior Center. Each month will feature a different activity and healthy snacks. Please contact the Library or the Senior Center for more information. 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 Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI) Friday, October 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:30pm Quiet Room - SMI at Smithsburg Library Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Everyone Bring your project and join this group. View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group Oct 17 2025 Fri Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI) 10:30am–1:30pm Library Branch: Smithsburg Library Room: Quiet Room - SMI Age Group: Everyone Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Bring your project and join this group.
This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group Family Story Time Friday, October 17, 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. View Details This event is in the "Young Children (0-6)" group Oct 17 2025 Fri Family Story Time 11:30am–12:00pm 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 "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Festive Fridays Friday, October 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm YA Meeting Room 212 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18) Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts. View Details This event is in the "Teens & YA (13-18)" group Oct 17 2025 Fri Festive Fridays 4:00pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room: YA Meeting Room 212 Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18) Program Type: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games Event Details: Celebrate something with Swaneet! We’ll celebrate obscure holidays and author birthdays with snacks, games, and crafts.