Upcoming Events

Jan 9, 2026 marks the 110th anniversary of the end of World War One’s Gallipoli campaign: a disastrous failure for the Allies but a stunning victory for the crumbling Ottoman Empire.

Calling all young poets: this one is for you!

Come chill in the Teen Zone and work on needlefelting projects with other teens! We will provide the necessary supplies. If you don't know how to felt, we will show you!

This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12 (age 11-18)

Squirrel has never seen snow before. Will he like it? Come find out! Join us for a fun telling of The Snow Thief by Alice Hemming and Nicola Slater. Then participate in wintry hands-on STEM activities. Age Group: Elementary.

Travel back in time and join us for a panel discussion about Frederick's underground music scene in the 80s!

Winter doesn't have to mean putting your green thumb on hold - bring the garden inside!

This book club is designed to build on the excitement of emergent readers with different books and related activities to enjoy with their peers.

Come learn about noteworthy comets of the last 1,000 years and how they have influenced history and culture, from local amateur astronomer Scott Carr. 
 

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

Inspired by Musical Storytime? Play with a variety of instruments from around the world and make some music of your own!

Engage your baby's senses with activities designed just for them while visiting with other caregivers. For ages 0-24 months, with a caregiver.

Preschoolers and their caregivers will build school-ready skills while having fun and exploring their social-emotional selves at this weekly kindergarten prep program. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

The Teen Leadership Council is planning an Escape Room! Stay tuned for theme and details. In the meantime, attend TLC meetings to help develop the event and learn to think like a librarian.

Join the experts from C2 Education for a presentation on strategies for achieving a 1500+ SAT Score.

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Designed for toddlers and their caregivers. Ages 18 - 36 mos.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help develop the skills needed for school. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Join us for play based learning, games and activities! Designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Introducing toddlers and their caregivers to a variety of preschool-readiness skills including fine motor development, social emotional skills, and early literacy activities. 

Come join Anna Glenn from the University of Maryland Extension for Young Homesteaders, a three-part hands-on series where youth ages 9–13 will learn the basics of sustainable living live gardening, animal care, and more.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life plann

Help spread comfort in our community! Partnering with Frederick Health, the Teen Library Council will teach you how to sew soft items that support patients facing surgery, cancer treatment, or memory care challenges.