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New Year's Eve - Libraries Close at 5pm

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Around the Community, Brunswick Branch Library, C. Burr Artz Public Library, Community Bookmobile, Early Start Bookmobile, Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks, Emmitsburg Branch Library, Middletown Branch Library, Myersville Community Library, Thurmont Regional Library, Urbana Regional Library, Walkersville Branch Library
Closing
Branches:
Around the Community, Brunswick Branch Library, C. Burr Artz Public Library, Community Bookmobile, Early Start Bookmobile, Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks, Emmitsburg Branch Library, Middletown Branch Library, Myersville Community Library, Thurmont Regional Library, Urbana Regional Library, Walkersville Branch Library

New Year's Day - Libraries Closed

All Day
Around the Community, Brunswick Branch Library, C. Burr Artz Public Library, Community Bookmobile, Early Start Bookmobile, Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks, Emmitsburg Branch Library, Middletown Branch Library, Myersville Community Library, Thurmont Regional Library, Urbana Regional Library, Walkersville Branch Library
Closing
Branches:
Around the Community, Brunswick Branch Library, C. Burr Artz Public Library, Community Bookmobile, Early Start Bookmobile, Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks, Emmitsburg Branch Library, Middletown Branch Library, Myersville Community Library, Thurmont Regional Library, Urbana Regional Library, Walkersville Branch Library
This event is in the "Birth - 5" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Winter Break Build Day

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room (CBA) at C. Burr Artz Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create, STEM, Tween
Age Group:
Birth - 5, Elementary

Join us for some building fun! We will be building with recycled materials, LEGOs, Keva blocks and the MAGNA-TILES.

For all ages! 

Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create, STEM, Tween
Event Details:

Join us for some building fun! We will be building with recycled materials, LEGOs, Keva blocks and the MAGNA-TILES.

For all ages! 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Maryland Writer's Association- Teen Writer's Clubs (12-17)

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Family Play Area at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Age Group:
Teen

Calling all young writer's ages 12-17! We're inviting Teens to practice the craft of writing, share their work, and enjoy the wonderful world of writing. Stop by for activities and discussion with other teen writers.

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Family Play Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Event Details:

Calling all young writer's ages 12-17! We're inviting Teens to practice the craft of writing, share their work, and enjoy the wonderful world of writing. Stop by for activities and discussion with other teen writers.

This event is in the "Birth - 5" group

Little Adventurers

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room (EM) at Emmitsburg Branch Library
Program Type:
Make & Create, STEM
Age Group:
Birth - 5

Children learn and explore through hands on activities using science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts at the library. Caregivers are encouraged to connect with children and participate in the activities!

Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Make & Create, STEM
Event Details:

Children learn and explore through hands on activities using science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts at the library. Caregivers are encouraged to connect with children and participate in the activities!

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Tween Hangout (Ages 8-12)

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Tween
Age Group:
Elementary, Teen

Looking for a fun way to spend your afternoon? Whether you're into crafting, gaming, or both, this is the perfect opportunity to relax, hang out, and make new friends in a creative and friendly environment!

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Tween
Event Details:

Looking for a fun way to spend your afternoon? Whether you're into crafting, gaming, or both, this is the perfect opportunity to relax, hang out, and make new friends in a creative and friendly environment!

This event is in the "Teen" group

Manga and Anime Club (ages 11-18)

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Conference Room at Urbana Regional Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Age Group:
Teen

New to Anime and Manga? Longtime fan? Either way join us to celebrate it while talking all things art, story, cosplay, and culture! This month’s featured craft is Anime and Manga Journaling!

Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Event Details:

New to Anime and Manga? Longtime fan? Either way join us to celebrate it while talking all things art, story, cosplay, and culture! This month’s featured craft is Anime and Manga Journaling!

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 "Birth - 5" group

Tiny STEAM

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Community Room (MY) at Myersville Community Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, STEM
Age Group:
Birth - 5

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math concepts. Designed for ages 2-5 with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Myersville Community Library
Room: Community Room (MY)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, STEM
Event Details:

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math concepts. Designed for ages 2-5 with a caregiver.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Unplugged: Teen Self-Care Series (Ages 10-18)

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Wellness
Age Group:
Teen

UNPLUGGED is a midweek mindfulness program for teens and tweens. It features low lighting, soft noise, and sensory tools. Each program features a different mindful activity to promote mental wellbeing. 

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Wellness
Event Details:

UNPLUGGED is a midweek mindfulness program for teens and tweens. It features low lighting, soft noise, and sensory tools. Each program features a different mindful activity to promote mental wellbeing. 

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

DIY Vision Boards for Tweens (Ages 9-12)

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Programming Room (CBA) at C. Burr Artz Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Tween
Age Group:
Elementary, Teen

Join us for a series of DIY projects. Materials will be provided, just bring your creative energy and some inspiration.

Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Programming Room (CBA)
Age Group: Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Tween
Event Details:

Join us for a series of DIY projects. Materials will be provided, just bring your creative energy and some inspiration.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Make a Winter Wreath (ages 10-18)

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room (MY) at Myersville Community Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Tween
Age Group:
Teen

Make a winter wreath using old CDs. Supplies provided.

For grades 5-12.

Library Branch: Myersville Community Library
Room: Community Room (MY)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Tween
Event Details:

Make a winter wreath using old CDs. Supplies provided.

For grades 5-12.

This event is in the "Birth - 5" group

School Skills

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Community Room (MY) at Myersville Community Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, STEM
Age Group:
Birth - 5

Young learners can practice skills they will need for school - listening, asking, writing, cutting, tracing, and more. Designed for ages 2-5 with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Myersville Community Library
Room: Community Room (MY)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, STEM
Event Details:

Young learners can practice skills they will need for school - listening, asking, writing, cutting, tracing, and more. Designed for ages 2-5 with a caregiver.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Leadership Council Meeting

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Age Group:
Teen

Join us as Middletown's Teen Leadership Council meets. Tweens and teens, grades 6 through 12, meet to collaborate with each other and teen librarians on upcoming library events and to plan teen-led projects.

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Event Details:

Join us as Middletown's Teen Leadership Council meets. Tweens and teens, grades 6 through 12, meet to collaborate with each other and teen librarians on upcoming library events and to plan teen-led projects.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Discovery Depot (Grades K-5)

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Community Room (MY) at Myersville Community Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create, STEM
Age Group:
Elementary

Discover and explore the world around you through science, math, technology, history, art, and literature. For kids in grades K-5. 

Library Branch: Myersville Community Library
Room: Community Room (MY)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Books & Authors, Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create, STEM
Event Details:

Discover and explore the world around you through science, math, technology, history, art, and literature. For kids in grades K-5. 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Time: Book Art (ages 11-18)

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room (BR) at Brunswick Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create
Age Group:
Teen

Create a tiny masterpiece inspired by books!

This program is for teens in 6th through 12th grades (ages 11-18).

Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Community Room (BR)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create
Event Details:

Create a tiny masterpiece inspired by books!

This program is for teens in 6th through 12th grades (ages 11-18).

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Library Council (TLC) ages 11-18

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Conference Room at Urbana Regional Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Tween, Wellness
Age Group:
Teen

Tweens and teens, grades 6 through 12, meet to collaborate with each other and teen librarians on upcoming library events and to plan teen-led projects.  Teen Library Council (TLC) is an opportunity for teens to make an impact within the libr

Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Tween, Wellness
Event Details:

Tweens and teens, grades 6 through 12, meet to collaborate with each other and teen librarians on upcoming library events and to plan teen-led projects.  Teen Library Council (TLC) is an opportunity for teens to make an impact within the libr

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

Make A Calming Bottle

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Programming Room (CBA) at C. Burr Artz Public Library
Program Type:
Homeschool, Make & Create, STEM, Wellness
Age Group:
Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages

Create a calming sensory tool out of recycled materials to keep at home. 

Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Programming Room (CBA)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Homeschool, Make & Create, STEM, Wellness
Event Details:

Create a calming sensory tool out of recycled materials to keep at home. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Brunswick Arts Council Program - Mini Book Making

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room (BR) at Brunswick Branch Library
Program Type:
Make & Create
Age Group:
Adult

Join us and learn how to make mini books from recycled materials using junk mail, magazine pages, cardboard, recycled packaging, old photographs, and more!

Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Community Room (BR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Make & Create
Event Details:

Join us and learn how to make mini books from recycled materials using junk mail, magazine pages, cardboard, recycled packaging, old photographs, and more!

This event is in the "Birth - 5" group

Little Adventurers

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room (EM) at Emmitsburg Branch Library
Program Type:
Make & Create, STEM
Age Group:
Birth - 5

Children learn and explore through hands on activities using science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts at the library. Caregivers are encouraged to connect with children and participate in the activities!

Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Make & Create, STEM
Event Details:

Children learn and explore through hands on activities using science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts at the library. Caregivers are encouraged to connect with children and participate in the activities!

This event is in the "Teen" group

How to Start a Book Club for Teens (Ages 10-18)

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Age Group:
Teen

Have you ever wanted to start a book club but weren’t sure where to begin? Join us for this fun and interactive workshop just for teens!

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Books & Authors, Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to start a book club but weren’t sure where to begin? Join us for this fun and interactive workshop just for teens!

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Artist Adventures: Lois Ehlert (ages 6-10)

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room (MID) at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create
Age Group:
Elementary

Come to the library to create your own artwork inspired by Alma Thomas and learn more about this influential figure in art history. Geared towards ages 6-10.

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Community Room (MID)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create
Event Details:

Come to the library to create your own artwork inspired by Alma Thomas and learn more about this influential figure in art history. Geared towards ages 6-10.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Club Crochet (ages 11-18)

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Conference Room at Urbana Regional Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Wellness
Age Group:
Teen

Get crocheting with the skilled ladies of the Woodlands! Whether you are a practiced hand or it's your first time holding a hook, join us for community and skill-sharing. You can also try our alternative fiber art craft.

Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Wellness
Event Details:

Get crocheting with the skilled ladies of the Woodlands! Whether you are a practiced hand or it's your first time holding a hook, join us for community and skill-sharing. You can also try our alternative fiber art craft.

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 "Birth - 5" group

Tiny STEAM

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Community Room (MY) at Myersville Community Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, STEM
Age Group:
Birth - 5

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math concepts. Designed for ages 2-5 with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Myersville Community Library
Room: Community Room (MY)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, STEM
Event Details:

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math concepts. Designed for ages 2-5 with a caregiver.

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Tween Cork Snowman (Ages 9-13)

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Community Room (EM) at Emmitsburg Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Tween
Age Group:
Elementary, Teen

Stay warm in the library and turn a cork into a snowman.  Personalize your snowman with various decorations making each creation unique.

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

Stay warm in the library and turn a cork into a snowman.  Personalize your snowman with various decorations making each creation unique.