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This event is in the "Adult" group.

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Family Play Area at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn about research in diet, nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Use hands-on tools to help incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy ag...

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Family Play Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Wellness
Event Details:

Learn about research in diet, nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Use hands-on tools to help incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Elementary Explorers

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Thurmont Imagination Zone at Thurmont Regional Library
Program Type:
Homeschool, STEM
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Participate in a variety of experiences related to science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.  This program is designed for children in grades K - 5 and their care...

Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library
Room: Thurmont Imagination Zone
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Homeschool, STEM
Event Details:

Participate in a variety of experiences related to science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.  This program is designed for children in grades K - 5 and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Fastest Puzzle Challenge (Ages 12-18)

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Family Play Area at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, STEM
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

According to Guiness World Records, the fastest a 1,000 piece puzzle was put together was in 1 hour and 40 minutes. How fast can you put the pieces together? Compete individua...

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

According to Guiness World Records, the fastest a 1,000 piece puzzle was put together was in 1 hour and 40 minutes. How fast can you put the pieces together? 

Compete individually or bring a friend and team up. 

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Time: Popcorn and Pixar (ages 13-18)

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room (BR) at Brunswick Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Join us to experiment with popcorn toppings and view Pixar shorts!This program is for teens in 7th through 12th grades (ages 13-18).

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

Join us to experiment with popcorn toppings and view Pixar shorts!

This program is for teens in 7th through 12th grades (ages 13-18).

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

Starlight Storytime

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Recurring Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 5
Event Details:

Songs, stories and fun for the whole family -- pajamas are welcome!  Designed for ages 0-5, with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Recurring Storytime
Event Details:

Songs, stories and fun for the whole family -- pajamas are welcome!  Designed for ages 0-5, with a caregiver.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Budget Town Hall Meeting with Council Member Donald

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Public Meeting
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Public Meeting
This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.

Baby Storytime

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Community Room (CBA) at C. Burr Artz Public Library
Program Type:
Recurring Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 5
Event Details:

Songs, stories, and play for babies and their grownups. Designed for ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.

Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Recurring Storytime
Event Details:

Songs, stories, and play for babies and their grownups. Designed for ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.

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

Family Storytime

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room (MID) at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Recurring Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 5
Event Details:

Songs, stories and fun for the whole family. Designed for ages 0-5, with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Community Room (MID)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Recurring Storytime
Event Details:

Songs, stories and fun for the whole family. Designed for ages 0-5, with a caregiver.

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 "Teen" group.

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

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Family Play Area at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Age Group:
Teen
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...

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

Family Storytime

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Community Room (CBA) at C. Burr Artz Public Library
Program Type:
Recurring Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 5, Elementary
Event Details:

Movement, music, stories and fun for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.

Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary
Program Type: Recurring Storytime
Event Details:

Movement, music, stories and fun for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

R.E.A.D.® with Wags for Hope (ages 5-10)

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Practice reading skills to patient and adorable Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.). For Children Grades K-5. 

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool
Event Details:

Practice reading skills to patient and adorable Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.). For Children Grades K-5. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Journaling Workshop with Laura Rennie

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room (MY) at Myersville Community Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Make regular journaling feel like a joy, not a chore. Join local writer Laura Rennie for a practical and inspiring journaling workshop. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or a total ...

Library Branch: Myersville Community Library
Room: Community Room (MY)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Make regular journaling feel like a joy, not a chore. Join local writer Laura Rennie for a practical and inspiring journaling workshop.

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

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Thurmont Imagination Zone at Thurmont Regional Library
Program Type:
Recurring Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 5
Event Details:

Stories, movement, music, and fun for the entire family.  Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library
Room: Thurmont Imagination Zone
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Recurring Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, movement, music, and fun for the entire family.  Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.

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

Signing Stories for Babies - ASL Immersive Storytime for Deaf, Hard of Hearing and CODA

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Community Room (CBA) at C. Burr Artz Public Library
Age Group:
Birth - 5
Event Details:

Donna DiMarco brings deaf, hard of hearing and CODA babies and their families stories, interactive bonding moments and more in this ASL immersive storytime. A playgroup is featured...

Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Event Details:

Donna DiMarco brings deaf, hard of hearing and CODA babies and their families stories, interactive bonding moments and more in this ASL immersive storytime. A playgroup is featured afterward for families to connect. 

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

First Saturday STEM Lab Drop-in

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Thurmont Imagination Zone at Thurmont Regional Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, STEM
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Drop in for a hands-on STEM Lab opportunity.  This program is designed from children in grades K-5 and their caregiver.

Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library
Room: Thurmont Imagination Zone
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, STEM
Event Details:

Drop in for a hands-on STEM Lab opportunity.  This program is designed from children in grades K-5 and their caregiver.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Joseph and ATME: Creating An App To Improve Parking Habits and Neighborhood Safety.

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 "Adult" group.

Frederick Acoustic Music Enterprise

Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

A song circle is a gathering of folks to make music together, to sing, play, and share songs. Bring your own acoustic instrument. You can also just sing or listen.

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

A song circle is a gathering of folks to make music together, to sing, play, and share songs. Bring your own acoustic instrument. You can also just sing or listen.

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

Infant Storytime

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Darrell L Batson Community Room at Walkersville Branch Library
Program Type:
Recurring Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 5
Event Details:

Join us inside to explore songs, stories, and fun designed for our youngest audience and their caregivers! This program is intended for children 0-12 months and their families.

Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Recurring Storytime
Event Details:

Join us inside to explore songs, stories, and fun designed for our youngest audience and their caregivers! This program is intended for children 0-12 months and their families.

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

Musical Storytime

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Community Room (CBA) at C. Burr Artz Public Library
Program Type:
Recurring Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 5
Event Details:

Music, movement, and stories for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.

Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Recurring Storytime
Event Details:

Music, movement, and stories for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.

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

Baby Storytime

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room (MY) at Myersville Community Library
Program Type:
Recurring Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 5
Event Details:

Songs, stories, and play for babies and their grownups. Designed for ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Myersville Community Library
Room: Community Room (MY)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Recurring Storytime
Event Details:

Songs, stories, and play for babies and their grownups. Designed for ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.

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

It Takes a Village

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Darrell L Batson Community Room at Walkersville Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment
Age Group:
Birth - 5
Event Details:

Join us for a caregiver-led discussion and playgroup for tips and tricks to help navigate raising little ones. 

Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Join us for a caregiver-led discussion and playgroup for tips and tricks to help navigate raising little ones. 

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

Musical Storytime

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room (MID) at Middletown Branch Library
Program Type:
Education & Enjoyment, Recurring Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 5
Musical Storytime:

Music, movement, and stories for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Community Room (MID)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Recurring Storytime

Musical Storytime

Music, movement, and stories for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.