Announcements

FCPL Winter Holiday Hours

Frederick County Public Libraries will be closed December 24 and December 25 for Christmas.

"Museums by Candlelight": Local Author Showcase, Exhibits, and the Walkersville High School String Quartet

All Day
All Ages
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Authors, History & Genealogy, Maryland Room
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Once a year, Frederick County’s historic sites and museums, including the Maryland Room, provide visitors with a living reminder of this area's remarkable past. During Museums by Candlelight, special programming will delight visitors of all ages.

Library Pop-Up at Blue Heron Winter Carnival

9:00am - 3:00pm
Elementary, All Ages
Around the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Outreach

Freedom BANG fitness class

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
Walkersville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Wellness
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Freedom Bang is a pre-choreographed fusion of boxing, HIIT, hip hop, world dance, optional weighted gloves and just a touch of attitude. Offering a wide range of intensity options to help you customize your workout.

Shri Yoga

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, All Ages
Urbana Regional Library
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Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Anthony M. Natelli Community Room
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Wellness
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Shri Yoga is a calming but challenging style practiced in an informal environment. Classes include various asanas, breathing exercises, chakra vibration, mantras, and relaxation techniques. Attendees are welcome to bring their own mat.

Memory Lab by Appointment

10:00am - 2:30pm
Adult
Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks
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Library Branch: Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks
Room: Small Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, History & Genealogy

Memory Lab

Use our equipment to convert your photos and analog home videos to digital formats you can share and enjoy today! Lab volunteers will be available to help. Formats accepted: mini DV tapes, VHS tapes, VHS-C tapes, photos, slides, and negatives. Bring a flash drive or other device to save your files. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Department of Education.
Event Details:

To reserve an appointment, click here or call the Point of Rocks Library at 301-874-4560.

Family Storytime

10:15am - 10:45am
Birth - 5, Elementary
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary
Program Type: Recurring Storytime
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Movement, music, stories and fun for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Birth - 5
Thurmont Regional Library
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Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Recurring Storytime
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Stories, movement, music, and fun for the entire family.  Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.  

Adult Crafternoon: DIY Gift Wrapping

11:00am - 2:00pm
Adult
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: STEM Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Event Details:

Learn how to creatively wrap gifts with help from local crafters. Kraft paper and accessories will be available to use.

Museums By Candlelight at the Emmitsburg Library

12:00pm - 4:45pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Emmitsburg Branch Library
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Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Inside Library (EM)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, History & Genealogy, Make & Create
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Be transported back in time to the beginnings of library service in Frederick County in a 100-year-old school, now serving as home to the Emmitsburg Library.

"Museums by Candlelight" With the African American Cultural and Heritage Society (AARCH)

12:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, History & Genealogy
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Join the African American Resources Cultural and Heritage Society for Museums by Candlelight.

Museums by Candlelight

12:00pm - 5:00pm
Thurmont Regional Library
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Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library
Room: Inside Library (TRL)
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Once a year, Frederick County’s numerous historic sites and museums provide visitors with a living reminder of this area's remarkable past.

Chess Tournament for Kids (grades 3-8)

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Elementary, Teen
Myersville Community Library
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Library Branch: Myersville Community Library
Room: Community Room (MY)
Age Group: Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Put what you learned to use in a chess tournament. Designed for kids in grades 3-8.

No Bake Holiday Treats

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen, Adult
Middletown Branch Library
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Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Make & Create, STEM
Event Details:

Join us to make three easy no-bake recipes for the perfect holiday get-together! We will make a mocktail, appetizer, and dessert that require no baking. Teens and adults welcome, recommended for ages 16-25.

Noteable Progressions: An Afternoon of Music

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult, All Ages
Urbana Regional Library
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Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Anthony M. Natelli Community Room
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
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An afternoon of music and celebration!