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Family Take-and-Make: Small Fall Leaf Bowl (HAN)

All Day 11/4 - 11/30
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Create a beautiful bowl with artificial fall leaves.

*This craft is for ages 6 and up.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

10:30am - 1:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
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.

VolunTeen Orientation

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Come to a short orientation to familiarize yourself with the expectations, potential jobs, and benefits of our VolunTeen program.  Then you will be all set to earn SSL hours!

Teen Pringles and Book Tasting

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us in a sampling of Pringles and a sampling of books.  Blind taste tests and choosing a book by a short synopsis only!  What can go wrong!

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.

Home School Enrichment: Wool Dyeing Class 1 (HAG)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Let's make art by dyeing wool! The 4H Extension Office of Washington County will teach us how. For home schoolers grades 1 through 8. Fletcher Branch Storytime Room 227. Registration Required. This is the first class section. 

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.

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.

Home School Enrichment Class: Wool Dyeing CLASS 2 (HAG)

3:15pm - 4:15pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Let's make art by dyeing wool! The 4H Extension Office of Washington County will teach us how. For home schoolers grades 1 through 8. Fletcher Branch Storytime Room 227. Registration Required. This is the second class section. 

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.

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.

Teen Tuesday (WIL)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

New program for Teens, ages 13-18. Stop by the Teen/Young Adult area each month for a craft, discussion, poll, or activity.

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.

Boy Scout Presentation

5:30pm - 6:45pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Presentation by the "Adopt a Highway Coordinator" and the Boy Scouts of America

Family Take-and-Make: Layered Paper Tree Ornament (HAN)

All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Hancock Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Create a beautiful layered stand-up tree ornament... with decorations!

*This craft is for patrons 6 to adult.
*One kit per person. Please add each person separately.

Make and Take Craft Kit - Wine Cork Santa or Snowman (SMI)

All Day 12/2 - 12/20
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Teens and Adults, stop by the library to pick up your kit to make an ornaments out of a wine cork.  Select from a Santa or Snowman while supplies last.  Glue gun needed.

Teen Chef -- Sausage Bites

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

I'll be sharing on of my family's favorite recipes as we make sausage bites.  We enjoy these little delights for breakfast on Thanksgiving and Christmas at my house!  Come find out why we look forward to them all year!

Teen Creative Corner-Paper Crafts: Masu Origami Box and Snowflakes

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
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:

Come get creative with Ms. Bonnie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month!

It's Game Night (SMI)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

The library is hosting game night.  Board games are available.  Ages 12 and up please. Registering will give us an idea of how many people to prep for.  Bring your favorite board game.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

10:30am - 1:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
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.

Demonstration Christmas Wrapping

11:00am - 12:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Isabelle Stottlemeyer from the Garden Club in Clear Spring will be demonstrating gift wrapping skills.

Bring a present to wrap or an empty box will be supplied.  It can make a pretty present decoration for under your Christmas tree.

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

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 6
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!

Home School Enrichment Class (HAG)

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Storytime Room - 227
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) themed programs during the school year.

Information to come. 

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.

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.

Teen Holiday Party

4:30pm - 7:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Let's celebrate the winter holidays with some games, crafts, and of course food!  Stop by or stay the whole time for an early start to you holiday season.

Returning Favorite- Teen Escape Room

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Find clues, solve puzzles, and face down timed challenges with your team to escape the room before the clock runs out! Call ahead at 301-223-7027 to reserve a team slot, or drop in during the program to join a team!

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.

Homeschool Book Club (SHA)

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18)
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. 

Gingerbread Cookie Decorating and Mulled Cider (SMI)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration 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.

Knitting, Crocheting, and Craft Group (SMI)

10:30am - 1:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
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.

Hot Chocolate Bar & Movie Night

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: YA Meeting Room 212
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy hot chocolate bar and A Charlie Brown Christmas! The hot chocolate bar will include peppermint sticks, marshmallows, whipped cream and more.

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.

Teen/Tween Holiday Origami and Wrapping Paper Prints (BNS)

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us to try some different ways of making presents look more festive this holiday season. 

Register online or at the desk.