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Holiday Closing - Easter

Frederick County Public Libraries will be closed on Sunday, March 31, 2024.

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This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Earth Investigators: What Tree Do You See?

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Walkersville Branch Library
Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Yard - Walkersville
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:
Join us as we explore and investigate trees! Learn how to identify which tree is which by looking closely at their observable properties.   This program is designed for elementary-aged children. In the event of inclement weather, storyt...
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Connect: Frederick Martial Arts

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Walkersville Branch Library
Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:
Join Chief Instructor Jeff Chavez from Frederick Martial Arts as he guides you through a dynamic session combining physical movement with mental focus. ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Foster Care 101: A Q&A Session with Kaitlin Morris

4:00pm - 4:45pm
C. Burr Artz Public Library
Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:
Curious about becoming a Foster Parent? Connect with Family Resource Trainer and Recruiter Kaitlin Morris from Frederick County DSS to learn more about the need for foster families in Frederick County and the steps to get involved. ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Freedom BANG Fitness Class

10:00am - 11:00am
Walkersville Branch Library
Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:
Freedom Bang is a pre-choreographed fusion of boxing, HIIT, hip hop, world dance, optional weighted gloves and just a touch of attitude.  Offering a wide range of intensity options to help you customize your workout. ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Thurmont Green Fest

10:00am - 2:00pm
Thurmont Regional Library
Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library
Room: Deck
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:
Enjoy activities for the whole family including fun demonstrations on furniture upcycling, making rag rugs, beekeeping and much more. Discover children’s nature activities, be thrilled by live reptiles and discover our nature Story path. Connect w...
This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Biomes of the World

10:00am - 4:30pm
Brunswick Branch Library
Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Inside Library (BR)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create, STEM
Event Details:
Drop in anytime between 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. to take a whirlwind tour of Earth's seven land biomes right here at the library! Crafts, science activities, and sensory explorations galore for each biome will give young explorers a chance to appreci...
This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.

Family Storytime

10:15am - 10:45am
C. Burr Artz Public Library
Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Birth - 5
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 "Birth - 5" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Thurmont Regional Library
Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library
Room: Inside Library (TRL)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
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 "Adult" group.

Adult Crafternoon

11:00am - 1:00pm
C. Burr Artz Public Library
Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: STEM Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Make & Create
Event Details:
Learn how to embroider with help from local crafters. Please bring your own item to embroider(hat, t-shirt, tote bag, etc.) Thread and hoops will be available to use during the event. You can also bring your own project to work on and enjoy spendi...
This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Shrek the Musical: A Preview Performance

2:00pm - 3:00pm
C. Burr Artz Public Library
Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Programming Room (CBA)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:
Come enjoy songs from the popular hit "Shrek: The Musical" presented by Linganore High School Drama. ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Bird Walk for Beginners at Brunswick Crossing

9:00am - 10:00am
Brunswick Branch Library
Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Outside Library (BR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:
Curious about what types of birds live in your own backyard? Join Brunswick’s own local birder Barb Kemerer on a leisurely walk and learn about some of the beautiful wildlife in Frederick County! The group will be and walking through some of the surr...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Frederick Children's Chorus Little Music Makers Performance

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Walkersville Branch Library
Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:
Join us for a performance by the Frederick Children’s Chorus: Little Music Makers along with an opportunity to learn a song and sing along.   ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Anthony M. Natelli Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, History & Genealogy
Event Details:
Join us for a panel of three representatives from different organizations in Frederick County who will discuss how death & dying play a role in their faiths. Organizations include Beth Sholom Congregation, Frederick CUUPS, and Xa Loi Temple. ...
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

R.E.A.D.® with Wags for Hope

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Urbana Regional Library
Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Programming Room (UR)
Age Group: Elementary
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 "Birth - 5" group.

Infant Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Walkersville Branch Library
Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Fireplace
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.

Baby Storytime

10:15am - 10:45am
Urbana Regional Library
Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Anthony M. Natelli Community Room
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Recurring Storytime

Baby Storytime

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.

Musical Storytime

10:15am - 10:45am
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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

10:30am - 11:00am
Myersville Community Library
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.

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Emmitsburg Branch Library
Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Recurring Storytime
Event Details:
Enjoy music, stories and more! Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver. ...
This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.

It Takes a Village

10:30am - 11:00am
Walkersville Branch Library
Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Fireplace
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.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Thurmont Regional Library
Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library
Room: Community Room (TRL)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Recurring Storytime
Event Details:
Songs, stories, and fun for preschoolers and their grownups. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver. ...
This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.

Baby Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Brunswick Branch Library
Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Community Room (BR)
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.  Afterwards, we offer a baby playgroup for all to enjoy. ...
This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.

Instrument Petting Zoo

10:45am - 11:15am
C. Burr Artz Public Library
Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Programming Room (CBA)
Age Group: Birth - 5
Event Details:
Inspired by Musical Storytime? Play with a variety of instruments from around the world and make some music of your own! ...
This event is in the "Birth - 5" group.

Baby Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Walkersville Branch Library
Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Birth - 5
Program Type: Recurring Storytime
Event Details:
Join us to explore songs, stories, and fun designed for our youngest audience and their caregivers. ...