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To the libraryand beyond!

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301-739-3250

Mon-Thur: 10 AM to 9 PMFri: 10 AM to 6 PM100 South Potomac Street Hagerstown, MD

Sat: 10 AM to 5 PMSun: 1 PM to 5 PM@MyWCFL

Noteworthy Sundays @ Your LibrarySunday, May 12 • 3 PM

Acclaimed classical guitarist WilliamFeasley joins us for a concert onMother's Day.

Registration required. Please visit the calendar at washcolibrary.org or call branchto register in advance.

Registration is not required but is appreciated.

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Book BuzzThursday, May 23 • 12 noon

Just in time for our Adult RummerReading Club, get the inside scoop onthe newest releases and popularauthors from our friends at PenguinRandom House!

Mystery Book Club2nd Thursdays, May 9 & June 13 • 7 PM

Western Maryland Room

Sunday, June 16 • 3 PMEl Arte de Flamenco is a flamenco danceperformance with guitar accompanistbased in Ellicott City, MD.

Loosely Bound Book Club

Join us to discuss your May YoungAdult and June Science Fiction picks!You’ll have a chance to pick up the nextgenre reading list as well, but you’llhave to join us to find out what it is!

Mondays, May 13 & June 10 6:30-8:30 PM

50 Book ChallengeThursday, May 19 • 7-9 PMWestern Maryland Room

Join our book group for adults andconverse with fellow book lovers tohelp motivate you to reach a goal ofreading 50 books in a 12 month period.

Life's a Stage DocumentaryScreening and Q&A

Life's A Stage: the Gwen Lehman storyis a documentary that explores theimportance of performing arts educationthrough the extraordinary work ofeducator, Gwen Lehman. Produced anddirected by Annie Danzi and FrostburgState University students.

Sunday, May 5 • 2-4 PM

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Computer Lab #315Drop in and to ask questions and get

help!

Technology Learning Collective (TLC)

Password SaversTuesday, May 28 • 2-4 PM

Computer Lab Learn how to secure your passwordsand some best practices for keeping

your information secure.

Learn to GO LIVETuesday, June 25 • 3-5 PM

Computer Lab Ever wanted to know more about

Facebook, Instagram and YouTubeLive? Join us to figure out how to use

this unique feature on some of the mostpopular social media tools.

Anxiety Across the LifespanTuesday, May 21 • 6-7:30 PM

Join Brook Lane’s Susan Corley, LCSW– C, as she discusses the different typesof anxiety, how they appear at differentages, and treatment methods.

Understanding DepressionTuesday, May 28 • 6-7:30 PM

Join Dr. Jamal Fawaz from Brook Lanefor an enlightening discussion about thisvery common, yet misunderstood illness-one that strikes people of all ages andwalks of life.

Women's HealthFriday, May 24 • 2:30-3:30 PM

Once a month on Friday, Lisa Moranof Priority Partners will cover adifferent health topic.

STARS: Steps to Attaining Resources & Stability

Wednesdays beginning May 8-June 12 1-3 PM

Reach of Washington County &Washington County Free Library areteaming up to offer a unique new six-weekprogram designed to help plan for life'sunexpected twists and turns. Thisprogram is designed to assist participantsto build resources and personal networksthat will help them plan.

Men's HealthFriday, June 14 • 1:30-2:30 PM

Once a month on Friday, Lisa Moranof Priority Partners will cover adifferent health topic.

Health and Wellness Series

Utilizing Local Plants for Food,Medicine and Fun

Saturday, June 15 • 2-3:30 PMJoin us as we welcome the NorthAmerican Bushcraft School to the library!They will be in every 3rd Saturday Junethrough August to discuss local plantsand how we can use them! June 15 willcover Edible Wild Plants.

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Saturdays, May 25 & June 29 • 1-3 PMThursdays, May 9 & June 6 • 5:30-7:30 PM

Bring your friends & family and enjoy some tabletop games! We have oldieslike Monopoly, Yahtzee and Scrabble as well as some more in-depth games

like Settlers of Catan and Ex Libris.

Summer Film Series: Memoirs onScreen

Wednesdays • 6:30 PM5/30 - The Glass Castle6/5 - October Sky6/12 - A Mighty Heart 6/19 - The Theory of Everything6/26 - Molly’s Game

Remember the 1940sFriday, June 21 • 4-5 PM

Music and memories of the 1940s overlight refreshments. Attendees areencouraged to bring photos and itemsfrom the WWII decade.

Make & Take2nd Tuesdays • 6-8 PM

May 14: We're going to learn how to craftdifferent flowers out of felt. Pin one on a

favorite outfit or create a bouquet.June 11: We’re going to make our own

paper fans and decorate them withcolorful stamps using fruits and

vegetables. Did you know that the cross-section of a bunch of celery looks just

like a rose?

Spanish and English Chat ClubThursdays • 6:30-8:30 PM

Teachers from Comunidad Latina deWashington County and HCC will bethere to help guide discussion and answer questions.

Financial Literacy SeriesTuesdays in May • 6-7 PM

Washington County & the WashingtonCounty Free Library are teaming up tohelp local residents become morefinancially savvy and improve personalfinances!5/7 - Identity Theft & Scams 5/14 - Conquering Debt 5/21 - Getting & Keeping Your Car onthe Road 5/28 - Money Smarts for the WholeFamily

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Your MissionTo read 500 total minutes this summer!

Stop by your library starting June 1 to pick up

a gameboard and registration prize!

Win Out of This World PrizesYou will receive prizes (while supplies last)

for signing up, after logging 200 minutes, 400minutes, and 500 minutes in Beanstack!

What is Beanstack?Beanstack is an online resource used to track yourreading and get recommendations for other greatbooks! Read your favorite novel or log the entire

family's time reading picture books together!

For more information, visit washcolibrary.org!

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Alice Virginia and David W. Fletcher Library Young Adult Department301-739-3250 ext. 270@WCFLTeens

Monday Matters52 days of information and conversation.52 ways to make a difference. Every Monday, teens will have access totopical information and resources.

May 7: Gifts for Her- Painted PlantersMay 14: 3D Printing IIMay 21: A Galaxy of GamesMay 28: Book to MovieJune 4: Gifts for HimJune 11: VR and the Universe

Teen Connect

Teen Library CouncilWednesdays • 5-7 PM

Earn SSL hours by joining a volunteer group that helps with library programming andwrites for The Washingteenian blog.

Tuesdays • 5-7 PM

May 6: Mental HealthMay 13: You Tell Us What MattersMay 20: Body Image & Self-ImageJune: Enjoy the end of the school year!

Your MissionTo read 500 total minutes this summer!Stop by your library starting June 1 to

pick up a gameboard and registration prize!

Win Out of This World PrizesYou will receive prizes for signing up, after logging 200 minutes,

400 minutes, and 500 minutes in Beanstack!

What is Beansack?Beanstack is an online resource used to track your reading and get

recommendations for other great books! Read your favorite graphic novelsor try to finish that awesome series you started last summer!

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Storytimes

Preschool StorytimeFridays • 11:30 AM

Ages 3-5

Toddler Time Mondays

10:15 & 11:15 AMCurrent session runs May-July. Contact the

Children’s Department for details.Ages 18-36 months

Infant Storytime Wednesdays

10:15 & 11:15 AMCurrent session runs May-July. Contact the

Children’s Department for details.Ages 6-18 months

Stories by StarlightThursdays • 6:30 PM

Bring your teddy bear and wear yourpajamas! Join us for songs, crafts, and

fun before bedtime.All ages

Space STEM: The Final Frontier

May 1Get ready to celebrate “A Universe of

Stories” this summer by participating inspace themed STEM activities.

Kids Discover Science WorkshopsSaturday, May 11 • 11 AM

Zany Zip-linesAges 5-9

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LEGOs @ the Library3rd Fridays • 3:30 PM

May 17: Build a DinosaurJune 21: Build a Spaceship

Ages 4 and up

Peep ScienceSaturday, May 18 • 11 AM

A Peep Into PlantsAges 3-5 and their caregivers

Tween MakerspaceSaturday, May 25 • 3 PM

60 Second LEGO ChallengesAges 9-12

Read with a FriendChildren can read with a certified therapy dog. First come, first served.

Read with Isla2nd Saturdays, May 11 & June 8 and

4th Sundays, May 26 & June 23 • 2 PM

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Middle School Book ClubAsk at the Children’s Desk aboutupcoming dates, and book titles.

Grades 5-8

Registration required. Please visit the calendar at washcolibrary.org or call branchto register in advance.

Registration is not required but is appreciated.

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Family Movie

Saturday, May 4 • 2 PM

Community Room 308/309

Mary Poppins Returns

Saturday, June 1 • 2 PMSpiderman: Into the Spider-verse

Master Gardeners StorytimeFridays, May 10 & June 7 • 11:30 AM

Reading DaySaturday, May 4 • 10 AM-2 PM

Come to the library for a special daycelebrating books and reading!

Join the Master Gardeners for a specialseed related Preschool Storytime andactivity.

On the first four Tuesday mornings inJuly, we will offer our Preschool Craftprogram for children ages 3-5 and acaregiver. The programs will run from10:15- 11:15 AM. Space is limited, soregister today!

Preschool Craft Registration BeginsJune 1

Join us for a Summer Reading Club Kickoff Celebration, featuring games,

crafts, and other fun activities!

June 20 • 10 AM-2 PMKickoff Celebration

11 AM - Live performance byAuthentic Community Theatre.

All ages1 PM - Space storytelling event

with Stas' Ziolkowski.Ages 8-18

June 27 • 6:30 PMJune 28 • 11:30 AM

Join us for a special Stories byStarlight on Thursday evening and a

special Preschool Storytime on Fridaymorning featuring space themed

books, activities, and crafts.

"Shoot for the Moon" at Storytime

Summer Reading Club

10 AM-2 PM - Book Giveaway!10 AM-2 PM - Button Making

11 AM-1 PM - Balloon Sculptures11 AM - Author Shawn Stout presents

"The Twists and Turns on the Road to Writing a Book"

1 PM - Read to a Therapy Dog2 PM - Family Movie- Mary Poppins

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Summer has come again, and with it the start of the Summer Reading Club! The club is open to children from birth to 18 years, so stop in today to sign up.

This year’s theme is “A Universe of Stories!” Stop by the Children’s Desk to register, pick up your gameboard, and learn more.

May 1Summer Reading Club registration begins!

For more information or to register, visit

June 1

Summer Reading Club begins!

Read 500 total minutes this summer and put a sticker on your

gameboard for every 10 minutes you read!

Receive prizes for signing up, after reading/logging 200 minutes, 400 minutes, and 500 minutes in Beanstack!

Early Literacy/Children:

Don't forget to stop by your library to pick up your gameboardand registration prizes!

washcolibrary.org!

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Boonsboro Branch Library

301-432-5723Mon-Thur: 10:30 AM to 7 PM

Fri: 10:30 AM to 6 PM401 Potomac Street Boonsboro, MD

Sat: 10:15 AM to 2 PM@BoonsboroBranchWCFL

For Children

Toddler TimeTuesdays • 11 AM

Gather to learn about numbers, shapes,and colors with other toddlers.

Ages 18-36 months

Preschool StorytimeWednesdays • 3:30 PM

Have fun at storytime! Develop a love ofreading and start school ready to learn.

Ages 3 and up

Lap-SitFridays • 11 AM

Bring your baby to the library! Join otherfamilies in a fun, interactive setting.

Ages birth-18 months

Themed StorytimeSaturdays • 11 AM

A seasonally themed storytime whichincludes a fun craft to take home!

2nd and 4th Wednesdays • 4:15 PMJoin us for a LEGO building challenge!

LEGO Club

Tuesday, May 28• 1 PMSquishy Circuits

Grades 1-5

Homeschool STEM Classes

Master Gardeners Story Time: 2nd Saturdays • 11 AM

May 11: Learn the parts of a plant andplant a flower for Mom at this blooming

storytime.June 8: Learn how insects chew then

head out to the garden to explore insectsin their world.

American Girl Book ClubMonday, May 13 • 6 PM

May 14: Blair: Girl of the Year 2019Ages 6-12

A Wags to Read4th Mondays • 5:30-6:30 PM

Read to a certified therapy dog to increaseyour child’s skill and enjoyment in reading.

Summer Reading ClubKickoff Party

Wednesday, June 5 • 3:30-6 PMSign up for SRC and enjoy activities,

games, and a Story Walk.

Authentic Community TheaterMonday, June 17 • 3:30 PM

Come see a live performance based on“A Universe of Stories.”

Trekking the Universe Storytime BoxTuesday, June 25 • 11 AM

Wednesday, June 26 • 3:30 PM (with craft)Saturday, June 29 • 11 AM (with craft)

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Book Discussions For Tweens & Teens

For Adults & Families

ABC: Afternoon Book Club3rd Tuesdays • 3 PM

May 21: Us Against You by Fredrik Backman

June 18: Once Upon a Riverby Diane Setterfield

Book Share2nd Thursdays, May 9 & June 13

6 PMShare a current read with the group.

Anime & Manga Club2nd and 4th Fridays • 4:30 PMTalk about manga and anime!

Teen Game Night3rd Fridays • 4:30 PM

Bring your favorite games or try one ofours and have some indoor fun.

1st Saturdays, May 4 & June 1 • 11 AMJoin us to try your hand at rug hooking.Let us know you’re coming and we can

have materials to teach you how.

Green FestThursday, May 18 • 10 AM-5 PM

We will be set-up and talking aboutSummer Reading Club!

Rug Hooking

Master Gardeners Plant ClinicSaturday, May 22 • 11 AM

Bring in your gardening questions and plantsor pest samples to improve your garden. Movie Nights

2nd Tuesdays • 6 PMMay 14: Green Book

June 11: Welcome to Marwen

Boonsboro/Keedysville/SharpsburgCommunity ConversationThursday, May 23 • 5-7 PM

Teens and adults are invited to talkabout their community as we partner

with the United Way for a good dinnerand great conversation.

Registration required. Please visit the calendar at washcolibrary.org or call branchto register in advance.

Registration is not required but is appreciated.

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Free Family MoviesSaturday, May 25

11:30 AMSpiderman: Into the Spider-verse

Saturday, June 2911:30 AM

Mary Poppins Returns

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Leonard P. Snyder Memorial Library

301-842-2730

Tues-Thur: 11:30 AM to 7 PMFri: 11:30 AM to 6 PM12624 Broadfoarding Road Clear Spring, MD

Sat: 10:15 AM to 2 PMSun: 1:15 PM to 5 PM

Happy Mother's DayFriday, May 10 • 11:30 AM

Celebrate mothers with stories, songs and a craft.

Friday StorytimeFridays • 11:30 AM

Stories, songs, movement, and more.Ages 2-5 and their caregivers

For Children

LEGO Building Club1st Tuesdays, May 7 & June 4 • 3:45 PM

Try the monthly building challenge or come up with your own design.

For Adults & Families

Adult Book Discussion1st Wednesdays • 11:15 AM

May 1: Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate

June 5: The Night the Lights Went Outby Karen White

Handprint ArtSaturday, May 11 • 11 AM

Make a personalized tote or decorate aflower pot for Mother's Day.

For all ages

Make It Take It Family Craft3rd Thursdays, May 16 &

June 20 • 5 PMDrop in and make a seasonal

craft with your family.

Saturday Sun CraftSunday, June 8 • 11 AM

Create a sun medallion to decorate your home.

For ages 8 and up

Shoot for the MoonFriday, June 21 • 11:30 AM

Summer Reading Club themed stories,songs, and more.

Special Friday Storytimes: Ages 2-5 and their caregivers

Summer Reading ClubA Universe of Stories

Wednesday, June 19 • 12:30-4:30 PMKick off Summer Reading with

space-themed activities.All ages

Authentic Community TheaterWednesday, June 19 • 1 PM

Join us for this interactive summerreading themed performance.

All ages

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KVeterans Memorial Library

301-678-5300

Tues-Wed: 11:30 AM to 7 PM

Fri: 11:30 AM to 6 PM231 Veterans Memorial Parkway Hancock, MD

Sat: 11:15 AM to 3 PM@HancockLibrary

Thur: 3:15 PM to 7 PM

For ChildrenPreschool Storytime

Wednesdays • 11:30 AMStories, songs, movement activities,simple sign language, and a craft.

For Adults & Families

Family Movie FridaysFridays in June • 1-3 PM

A family-friendly movie each Fridayafternoon all summer long!

Adult Book Club2nd Tuesdays, May 14 &

June 21 • 5 PMNew members always welcome!

Family Craft Saturday2nd Saturdays, May • 1-3 PM May 18: Faux Punched Tin Art

June 8: Father's Day CraftAges 8+ and their families

Homeschool Day at the LibraryTuesday, May 14 • 2 PM

An art enrichment activity.

LEGO Club1st Tuesdays • 4 PM

A new challenge every month!Grades K and up

STEAM

Tween/Teen Night3rd Tuesdays • 4 PM

Games, crafts, and activities.Ages 10-18

Minecraft/Roblox Club4th Tuesdays • 4 PM

Grades 1 and up

Authentic Community TheaterSunday, June 16 • TIME

Original storytelling performances topromote our Summer Reading Club!

Science in the SummerJune 25-28 • 1-3 PM

Rocket Camp! Participants will learnabout the universe and planets, and willbuild a small model rocket. Registration

and parental consent form required. Grades 3-6

Summer Reading Club

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EKeedysville Branch Library

301-432-6641Tues: 3:15 PM to 7 PMWed: 1:15 PM to 5 PM

22 Taylor Drive Keedysville, MD

Sat: 9:15 AM to 12 PM@KeedysvilleBranchWCFL

Keedysville Creative Kids Corner Starting 1st Saturdays

Enjoy different children’s book authors and a craft kit (all month) that you can make or take home.

May 4: Flowers craft ft. Marion Dane Bauer

June 1: Straw rocket craft and space booksAges 3-10

For Children

Super Tuesday STEAMLast Tuesdays • 4 PM

May 28: SlimeJune 25: Moon Craters

Grades K-5

For Adults & FamiliesTuesday Book Club2nd Tuesdays • 6 PM

Explore different genres of books, meetnew people, and enjoy conversation.

May 14: The Lost Girls of Parisby Pam Jenoff

June 11: In His Father's Footstepsby Danielle Steel

The cemetery records collected by Samuel Piper in the 1930s were typed by theConococheague Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Piper visitedcemeteries throughout Washington County, walking row by row, copying what wason the marker. Many of these markers are illegible today with damage from theelements. The records are being added to the Whilbr website at digital.whilbr.org,look for Washington County Cemeteries - Samuel Piper/DAR. Not all districts areuploaded yet, so visit later if the district you are interested in is not yet online.

Pinterest PartySaturdays, May 17 & June 29 • 10 AM

May 18: Container GardenJune 29: Cosmic Bath Bombs

Teens and adults

Kickoff PartySaturday, June 1 • 9:30 AM-12 PM

Sign up for Summer Reading Club andenjoy activities, games, and a Story Walk.

Trekking Across the Universe Storytime BoxTuesday, June 18 • 4 PM

Wednesday, June 19 • 3 PMSaturday, June 22 • 10:30 AM

Summer Reading Club

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301-432-8825 Tues-Thurs: 2:30 PM to 8 PM106 East Main Street Sharpsburg, MD

Sat: 9:15 AM to 1 PM@WCFLSharpsburg

For Children

Themed StorytimeThursdays • 3:30 PM

Ages 3 and up

Books with Baby2nd Thursdays, May 9 & June 13

2:30 PMFun activities for to share with baby!

Ages birth-24 months

Movie Nights

A Dog's Way HomeWednesday, May 15 • 6 PM

Antietam Endgame: The Conclusion of Lee’s Maryland Invasion

Thursday, May 9 • 7 PMThe Maryland Campaign did not

conclude with the Battle of Antietam, theoutcome still hung much in the balance.Presented by Historic Site Manager and

Battlefield Guide, Kevin Pawlak.

For Adults & FamiliesAdult Book Share

Wednesday, May 1 & June 5 • 10 AMBring a current favorite book to share. In

June, sign up for the adult SummerReading Club!

GSK Science in the SummerJune 25-27 • 2-3:30 PM

Discover how food becomes our body’sfuel, the role DNA plays in making us

who we are, and much more. Grades 3-6

Stories in the CommunityThursday, May 30 • 3:30 PM

We will read a story or two about firetrucks then walk up to the Sharpsburg

Volunteer Fire Station.

Authentic Community TheaterThursday, June 20 • 3:30 PM

A live interactive performance about the“Universe of Stories."

South Mountain Copper MinesThursday, June 13 • 7 PM

The South Mountain has been the homefor sporadic deposits of pure metalliccopper, native copper for eons. This

lecture will present the geologic forcesthat created these deposits. Presented

by Dr. Steven Hatleberg.

Free Comic Book DaySaturday, May 4 • 9:15 AM-1 PM

Pick up your free comic book and discoverthe amazing world of comics!

Hands-on Activities & StoriesThursday, June 20 • 6 PM

Stas’ Ziolkowski has told stories aboutscientists and mathematicians in

classrooms over the past 40 years!Ages 8-14

Summer Reading Club

It's Storytime in Our TownSaturday, May 18 • 11:30 AM

8 North Maple Ave, Smithsburg, MDLittle readers, learn all about our

town’s EMS! What do they do? Whatwill we learn? How exciting! Storiesand songs, too! See you there and

look for another community location inthe future.

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GSmithsburg Branch Library

301-824-7722

Mon: 10:30 AM to 7 PM

Wed-Thurs: 10:30 AM to 7 PM66 West Water Street Smithsburg, MD

Sat: 10:15 AM to 2 PM

Tues: 12:30 PM to 9 PM

Fri: 10:30 AM to 6 PM

Osmo AfternoonFridays, May 10 & June 7 • 3 PM

Sharpen up your programming skillsthrough games with Osmo and Cubetto.

For Children

LEGOs at the LibraryMonday, May 13 • 5:30 PM

LEGO Free Build

Test Tube TerrariumsThursday, May 16 • 5 PM

Grow a seed in a test tube.Ages 4-12

Storytimes

Infant Storytime 2nd and 4th Wednesdays • 11 AM

Ages 6-18 months

Toddler TimeThursdays • 11 AMAges 18-36 months

Preschool Storytime Fridays • 11 AM

Ages 3-5

Saturday Storytime Saturdays • 11:30 AM

All ages

@WCFLSmithsburgBranch

Parachute PlaytimeSaturday, June 15 • 11:30 AM

A super FUN day! We’ll be playing gameswith our colorful parachute to fun tunes!

Ages 3-8

Authentic Community TheaterFriday, June 21 • 11 AM

The theater group will help us celebrateA Universe of Stories!

All ages

Kick Off PartyFriday, June 14 • 11 AM-6 PM

Stop by to make a light saber, minipinball game, and try a fewactivities to celebrate SRC!

All ages

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For Tweens & TeensTissue Flowers

May 1-11Stop by the YA area of the library and make

a tissue paper flower for Mother's Day.

DIY Stargazing T-Shirt Tote BagWednesday, June 19 • 4:30 PM

Create your very own tote bag withdazzling starry prints! What fun!

For Adults & Families

Adult Book Club4th Tuesdays • 5 PM

May 28: The Story of Arthur Truluvby Elizabeth Berg

June 25: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng

Writers Group2nd & 4th Saturdays • 10:15 AM

Knitting, Crocheting, & Craft GroupMondays (except May 27)

10:30 AM- 2:30 PMBring a project and join this group.

Tech Drop-InFridays, May 10 & 24, June 7 & 21

3-5 PMOur expert will help you with any

and all technology questions. No appointment needed.

Hagerstown RailroadingTuesday, May 21 • 7 PM

Randy Anderson presents “HagerstownRailroading from the Franklin Railroad tothe Present”. This lecture is sponsored by

the Smithsburg Historical Society.

CaregivingTuesday, May 7 • 7 PM

Melissa Fowler will be here fromHospice to give a presentation about

caregiving, the signs of caregiverburnout, and dealing with stress.

Paper WreathTuesday, May 28 • 6:30 PM

Create a beautiful paper wreath from thepages of a book!

Free Movie NightsTuesday, May 14 • 7 PM

Green Book Friday, June 21 • 7 PM: Mary Poppins Returns

American Sign Language ClassTuesdays in June • 6-8 PM

Join us for a four week Intro to AmericanSign Language class taught by Deafnet

Association. The class is free and issponsored by the Smithsburg Library

Advisory Board. The cost of the textbookfor the class is $20.

Registration required. Please visit the calendar at washcolibrary.org or call branchto register in advance.

Registration is not required but is appreciated.

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301-223-7027Mon-Thurs: 10:30 AM to 7 PM

Fri: 10:30 AM to 6 PM104 East Potomac Street Williamsport, MD

Sat: 10:15 AM to 3 PM@WCFLWilliamsport

Storytime with a CraftWednesdays • 11:30 AM

Books, music, activities, and a craft.Ages 2-6

For Children

Mother's Day StorytimeWednesday, May 8 • 11:30 AM

Bring your Mom, Grandma, or a specialsomeone in your life) for a special story

time. Enjoy books, tea and a specialactivity together.

Ages 2-6

LEGO Club at the Library2nd Tuesdays, May 14 &

June 11 • 4 PMLEGO Club is a great place to build

and meet other builders.

Farm Animal StorytimeWednesday, May 18 • 11:30 AM

Learn about farm animals and visitwith one from a local farm. Thisprogram involves live animals.

Ages 2-6

Storytimes

Registration required. Please visit the calendar at washcolibrary.org or call branchto register in advance.

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Celebrate Famous Author BirthdaysSaturday, May 20: Mary Pope Osborne

Friday, June 10: Maurice SendakWednesday, June 12: Anne Frank

Tuesday, June 25: Eric CarleVisit the library on these days to read a

book by these authors and enjoy a smallactivity related to each author’s books.

Pajama StorytimeWednesday, May 22 • 11:30 AM

Come to storytime in your pajamasand celebrate Margaret Wise Brown's

famous book, Good Night Moon!Ages 2-6

1,000 Books Summer Playtime and Juice

Monday, June 17 • 10:30 AM- 12 PMShare book titles, socialize withfriends and enjoy a cup of juice

(iced coffee for caregivers). Ages birth-5 and their caregivers

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Adult Book Club 1st Thursdays • 5:30 PM

May 2: Robinson Crusoe by Daniel DefoeJune 6: A Hope Unseen by Ron SuskindWe will meet again in August—we askyou to bring titles of books you’d like to

possibly read for Book Club!

Teen/Adult Crafternoon Fridays, May 17 & June 7 • 3-5 PMJoin us for a drop-in time to work on

craft projects. Grab a friend and join anew creative group. Please bring your

own craft projects and supplies.

STEM TuesdaysTuesdays, May 21 & June 18 • 4 PM

Stop by the library to explore andlearn with STEM activities and toys.

All ages

Hooks & NeedlesTuesdays • 12-2 PM

Our fun group meets to knit and crochetevery week, share ideas and show off

current projects.

For Adults & Families

For Tweens & TeensStudy TimeThursdays

End the school year with great grades!Join us for special study times after

school! Snacks and drinks provided. Ages 10-18

Cinco de MayoSaturday, May 4

Join us for a drop-in activity tocelebrate Cinco de Mayo.

All ages

Flag DayFriday, June 14 • 4 PM

Stop by the library to make a specialflag craft in honor of Flag Day.

All ages

Summer Reading ClubSummer Reading Club Sign-Ups

June 3-8Summer Reading Club Sign-Ups Special sign-up week for the 2019Summer Reading Club: A Universeof Stories. Sign up anytime during

the summer!

Authentic Community Theater Wednesday, June 19 • 11 AM

Enjoy a free performance from theAuthentic Community Theater. Thisprogram is a special program for

our Summer Reading Club!

Washington County Free Library strives to make all programs accessible. Pleaseinform us of special needs two weeks prior to the program.Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for librarypromotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for usto use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if youwould prefer your photo not be taken.Some library programs are presented by independent business people. WashingtonCounty Free Library does not endorse their services or theories, nor shall the librarybe liable for any action taken as a result of information from these programs.