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Birdland Caravan: Surprise Pop Up Photo-Op with Players Chayce McDermott and Ryan O'Hearn

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Urbana Regional Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Surprise! The Birdland Caravan is bringing the excitement of Orioles baseball to Frederick County! Join us at the Urbana Regional Library for a special stop on the three-day winter...

Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Surprise! The Birdland Caravan is bringing the excitement of Orioles baseball to Frederick County! Join us at the Urbana Regional Library for a special stop on the three-day winter tour.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Oakdale Feeder Multicultural Festival at Oakdale High School

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Around the Community
Program Type:
Outreach
Age Group:
Elementary, All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Outreach
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Mahjong with AACF

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room (CBA) at C. Burr Artz Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Recurring mahjong and game event hosted by the Asian American Center of Frederick.

Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Recurring mahjong and game event hosted by the Asian American Center of Frederick.

This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Special Storytime with the MSO: Little Melba and Her Big Trombone

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Community Room (MID) at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Special Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us in partnership with the Maryland Symphony Orchestra for a special musical reading of Little Melba and Her Big Trombone, written by Katheryn Russell-Brown, illustrated by Fr...

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Community Room (MID)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Special Storytime
Event Details:

Join us in partnership with the Maryland Symphony Orchestra for a special musical reading of Little Melba and Her Big Trombone, written by Katheryn Russell-Brown, illustrated by Frank Morrison. All ages welcome.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Shri Yoga

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Small Conference Room at Urbana Regional Library
Program Type:
Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Shri Yoga is a calming but challenging style practiced in an informal environment. Classes include various asanas, breathing exercises, chakra vibration, mantras, and relaxation te...

Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Community Craft Swap!

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Gymnasium at Emmitsburg Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Refresh your stash with a craft supply swap! How it works: Donate your new or gently used craft supplies to the Emmitsburg Senior Center or Emmitsburg Library during the week ...

Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Gymnasium
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Event Details:

Refresh your stash with a craft supply swap! 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Frederick County Nature Council Presents, 2024 Nature Anthology Book Launch!

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room (CBA) at C. Burr Artz Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Join the Frederick County Nature Council as they celebrate talented local writers! Authors will be reading from their collections, which include essays, short fiction, and poetry. ...

Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join the Frederick County Nature Council as they celebrate talented local writers! Authors will be reading from their collections, which include essays, short fiction, and poetry.

Disclaimer(s)

Sign Language Interpreter

If an american sign language (asl) interpreter is needed for an event, we ask that you contact us one week in advance to ensure that we can process this request. If you need to cancel this request, we ask that you give us one weeks' notice.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Turn Your Ideas Into Reality: Learn the Journey of Building an App Start-Up!

Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room (CBA) at C. Burr Artz Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Maryland Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Joseph Ogundeyi, a long-time  Frederick County resident, recently launched ATME—a free mobile and web platform designed to enhance communication and convenience for drivers. T...

Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Maryland Room
Event Details:

Joseph Ogundeyi, a long-time  Frederick County resident, recently launched ATME—a free mobile and web platform designed to enhance communication and convenience for drivers.

This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Tuscarora Judy Center Playgroup

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 9:15am - 9:45am
Around the Community
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Shri Yoga

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Anthony M. Natelli Community Room at Urbana Regional Library
Program Type:
Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Shri Yoga is a calming but challenging style practiced in an informal environment. Classes include various asanas, breathing exercises, chakra vibration, mantras, and relaxation te...

Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Anthony M. Natelli Community Room
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bunnies in the Library

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Inside Library (BR) at Brunswick Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Hop on over to the library to meet and learn about bunnies with Leaps and Squeaks Animal Rescue. This program is for all ages. 

Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Inside Library (BR)
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Hop on over to the library to meet and learn about bunnies with Leaps and Squeaks Animal Rescue. This program is for all ages. 

This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

The Runaway Beignet Author Storytime with Connie Collins Morgan

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room (MID) at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool
Age Group:
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Author Connie Collins Morgan transports children and families to New Orleans with music and an interactive storytime featuring her book "The Runaway Beignet".Connie Collins Morgan,...

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Community Room (MID)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Books & Authors, Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool
Event Details:

Author Connie Collins Morgan transports children and families to New Orleans with music and an interactive storytime featuring her book "The Runaway Beignet".

This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Lunar New Year Celebration

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room (EM) at Emmitsburg Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Event Details:

Happy Lunar New Year! Join the Asian American Center of Frederick County for a fun-filled event as we ring in the Year of the Snake. Activities will include a dance performance by ...

Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Happy Lunar New Year! Join the Asian American Center of Frederick County for a fun-filled event as we ring in the Year of the Snake.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bollywood Afternoon with Zind Performing Academy and Bride and Prejudice!

Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Darrell L Batson Community Room at Walkersville Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Nobody can have the winter blahs when Bollywood (or Mr. Darcy) is around.  Attend a workshop where participants learn about the history of Bollywood dancing and then get up on...

Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Nobody can have the winter blahs when Bollywood (or Mr. Darcy) is around.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Taylor Swift Valentine's Day Party

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room (EM) at Emmitsburg Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Age Group:
Elementary, Teen, All Ages
Event Details:

Enter your Lover era at our Taylor Swift Valentine’s Day Party! Enjoy making friendship bracelets, singing along to favorite Taylor Swift songs, and more! Costumes are encouraged. ...

Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Elementary, Teen, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Event Details:

Enter your Lover era at our Taylor Swift Valentine’s Day Party! Enjoy making friendship bracelets, singing along to favorite Taylor Swift songs, and more! Costumes are encouraged. Ages 5-12.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Paws to Read

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Fireplace at Walkersville Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Elementary, All Ages
Event Details:

Join Go Team Therapy Dogs to improve your reading confidence and make a new friend when you read aloud to a therapy dog.

Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Join Go Team Therapy Dogs to improve your reading confidence and make a new friend when you read aloud to a therapy dog.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Shri Yoga

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Small Conference Room at Urbana Regional Library
Program Type:
Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Shri Yoga is a calming but challenging style practiced in an informal environment. Classes include various asanas, breathing exercises, chakra vibration, mantras, and relaxation te...

Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Special Storytime: Books with a Bunny (ages 0-5)

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room (BR) at Brunswick Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Special Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 5, All Ages
Event Details:

Join Jenn from Jenn's Uncommon Critters for a special rabbit-themed storytime featuring a real live bunny! This program is designed for children ages 0-5.

Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Community Room (BR)
Age Group: Birth - 5, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Special Storytime
Event Details:

Join Jenn from Jenn's Uncommon Critters for a special rabbit-themed storytime featuring a real live bunny! This program is designed for children ages 0-5.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Celtic Harp Trio

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Inside Library (MD) at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Inside Library (MD)
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

R.E.A.D.® with Wags for Hope

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Small Room at Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Elementary, All Ages
Event Details:

Children practice reading skills to the patient and adorable Reading Education Assistance Dogs. For Children Grades K-5. 

Library Branch: Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks
Room: Small Room
Age Group: Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Children practice reading skills to the patient and adorable Reading Education Assistance Dogs. For Children Grades K-5. 

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Break My Game Tabletop Game Play Testing

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room (CBA) at C. Burr Artz Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Play testing in-progress tabletop game designs with the designers to give feedback and have fun.

Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Play testing in-progress tabletop game designs with the designers to give feedback and have fun.

Disclaimer(s)

Sign Language Interpreter

If an american sign language (asl) interpreter is needed for an event, we ask that you contact us one week in advance to ensure that we can process this request. If you need to cancel this request, we ask that you give us one weeks' notice.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Northern Lights Chalk Art

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room (EM) at Emmitsburg Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Wellness
Age Group:
Elementary, All Ages
Event Details:

Create your own version of the Northern Lights using chalk pastels! Ages 5-12.

Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Wellness
Event Details:

Create your own version of the Northern Lights using chalk pastels! Ages 5-12.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Author-Illustrator visit with Elizabeth Lilly

Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Anthony M. Natelli Community Room at Urbana Regional Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Elementary, All Ages
Event Details:

Join author and illustrator Elizabeth Lilly as she talks about children’s books, illustration, writing, animating, and art/illustration careers. Book signing to follow.

Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Anthony M. Natelli Community Room
Age Group: Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join author and illustrator Elizabeth Lilly as she talks about children’s books, illustration, writing, animating, and art/illustration careers. Book signing to follow.

This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Kindness Festival

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room (MID) at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Make & Create, Wellness
Age Group:
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Celebrate International Random Acts of Kindness Day with us! We invite the community to come together to create craft projects that support charitable causes and connect with local...

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Community Room (MID)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Make & Create, Wellness
Event Details:

Celebrate International Random Acts of Kindness Day with us! We invite the community to come together to create craft projects that support charitable causes and connect with local organizations offering ways to give back.