Upcoming Events

Make a special rose that will last forever. We will create duct tape roses that you can keep for yourself or give to a friend. Join us for a fun creative evening.

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

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

Let’s explore some of artist and author Faith Ringgold's award-winning children’s books and then create our own story quilt. Designed for elementary ages.

Create a 3D valentine with eye-catching designs! You’ll explore fun materials and simple techniques to create a masterpiece for someone special.

Make a bird feeder, do some bird origami, and/or color or draw a bird.

Ages 10-18 / Grades 5-12

Come in, create a character, and join a one-shot of a tabletop role playing game! Different games to be featured.

Get creative and explore the world of art through hands-on projects and imaginative fun! Each session features a new artistic adventure designed for young artists to express themselves, try new techniques, and make something awesome.

Learn about the application process for Preschool and Kindergarten in Frederick County.

Pizza will be provided while supplies last.

Join Thurmont area resident and retired U.S. Ambassador Shaun Donnelly in a group conversation on International Affairs!

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

Join us for a morning of building! Use the library's blocks and building toys to build with your little one while working on fine motor skills! For ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Potty Training Made Easier

Ready to ditch the diapers? Join us for a 2-part potty training workshop filled with tips, laughs, and real-life solutions!

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.

Preschoolers and their caregivers will practice school-readiness skills with cutting, tracing, play, and other literacy activities.

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

Join us for a variety of art, history, games and sensory hands-on activities for elementary-aged children.

School-age kids will build focus, confidence, and clam while having fun with movement and mindfulness, powered by games and imagination. For kids in grades K-5. 

New to anime and manga? A long time fan? Join us to discuss your favorite series, learn a little about Japan, and celebrate the joy of anime and manga! 

Create a custom mask using art supplies and your imagination! Tweens ages 9–13 will design and decorate wearable masks inspired by characters, creatures, or original ideas.

Come practice your reading skills with patient and adorable Reading Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) from WAGS for Hope! For children grade K-5.

Feeling puppet-y? Make your own puppet using a sock, a paper bag, or your own choice of materials!

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

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

In this workshop, we're going to look at the same image and then develop a scene with at least one character, both inspired by the image. What emotions does the picture make you feel? What kind of character would exist in this make believe space?