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Color Our World Pre-School Storytime (HAG)

11:00am–11:30am
Young Children (0-6)
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 colorful stories, songs, experiments and a craft to celebrate the Summer Reading Club theme Color Our World.  At 11:00 AM for ages 3 and up.    

 

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.

Infant Lapsit Storytime (BNS)

11:00am–11:45am
Young Children (0-6)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Registration Required
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.

Puppet Show for Summer Reading Club! (SMI) (SRC)

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet Hermie and Charlotte, and learn all about their colorful world and how they're enjoying Summer Reading Club! See your favorite librarians perform, experience a Reader's Theater, make a fun craft, and hop aboard the Bookmobile! 

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.

Yogurt Making with Jakki

11:00am–12:30pm
Everyone
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hagerstown Homesteaders present Jakki Williams as she instructs us on preparing homemade yogurt and condensed milk from scratch.  Samples will be provided so please come with an appetite.

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.

Family Story Time

11:30am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6)
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.

Bookmobile Stop: Crest & Greenberry Roads

2:30pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Crest & Greenberry rds. Everyone is welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Marbern Rd

3:00pm–3:30pm
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Marbern rd. Everyone is welcome!

Festive Fridays

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: Books & Authors, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Holiday/Seasonal, Movies, Music & Culture, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Celebrate something silly with Swaneet! Each month we'll find two silly ways to celebrate, with snacks, poems, games, crafts, and more. 

June 6: National Donut Day & author birthday: Rick Riordan 

Lego Club (SHA)

10:00am–11:00am
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Sharpsburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Build the Lego challenge or make your own creation. 

Family Story Time - (BNS)

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Join Miss Alyssa for a fun Themed Family Storytime with stories and songs.

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.

Painted Landscape Demonstration

11:00am–1:30pm
Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Clear Spring Branch
Room: Community Room - CLE
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Artist David Buckley Good will be demonstrating traditional oil painting techniques while creating a landscape on canvas.  David Buckley Good is a graduate of the Schuler School of Fine Arts in Baltimore and served on their faculty from 1999-

Saturday Story Time (SMI)

11:30am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Children's Room SMI
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Join us in the children's room for books, song, flannelgraph stories and more.  This story time is for 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.

Read with a Pet: Gimli

1:00pm–2:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Meet Gimli, a lovable cat who is waiting to read with you.  Gimli doesn't worry about how well you read, just that you are there with him, share a story, and that you are gentle!  Gimli will visit the Children's Department from 1:00-2:00

Saturday Family Movie Matinee: Dog Man

2:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Music & Culture
Event Details:

Come join us on the 1st Saturday of the month for popcorn and a movie at 2 p.m. in the Community Room located on the 3rd floor of the WCFL Hagerstown Branch! August's movie is "Dog Man". Rated PG. 

The Big Storm Storywalk 

All Day 8/4–8/9
Everyone
Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Enjoy a leisurely, self-led walk around the second floor atrium railing while reading "The Big Storm" by Nancy Tafuri. This is provided by the Potomac Audubon Society.  

Bookmobile Stop: Hagerstown Day Nursery

9:15am–9:30am
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Hagerstown Day Nursery. Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Bright Eyes Early Learning Center

9:45am–10:15am
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Bright Eyes Early Learning Childcare. Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Sargent Shriver Head Start

11:00am–11:30am
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Sargent Shriver Head Start. Children, families, and staff are welcome!

Toddler Time (WIL)

11:00am–11:30am
Young Children (0-6)
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Stories, felt stories, finger plays, and music. Join us and let's plan and learn together at Toddler Time.  All ages are welcome!

 

 

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.

Wiggles & Giggles Toddler Playtime (WIL)

11:30am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6)
Library Branch: Williamsport Memorial Library
Room: Community Room - WIL
Age Group: Young Children (0-6)
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us after storytime to wiggle, play, and socialize in our storytime area. Organized activities will be provided from time to time. 

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Seaton of Hagerstown

1:45pm–2:45pm
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Bookmobile Stop @ Seaton of Hagerstown. Everyone is welcome!

Bookmobile Stop: Daniel's Circle at Robin's Glen-Color Our World Family Storytime

3:00pm–4:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop, Storytimes & Puppet shows, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

 Books, songs and activities that feature color and creativity are sure to delight your whole family at this story time on the bookmobile! 

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.

LEGO Night (SMI)

5:00pm–6:00pm
Everyone
Registration Required
Library Branch: Smithsburg Library
Room: Community Room - SMI
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Science, Technology & Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the Community Room to build with LEGOs.  In August we will be building a rainbow or free build.  Registering is preferred.

Teen Chef -- Double Chocolate cookies

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens & YA (13-18)
Registration Required
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, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Who doesn't enjoy some chocolate?  Learn how to make double chocolate chip cookies -- chocolate chips in chocolate cookies! 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.