Week Calendar

Enjoy a variety of goods from local vendors at our Farmer's Market every Saturday from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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.

Roaming Readers event with the Woodlands walking club

Join us as infants and their caregivers explore early literacy and social emotional developmental skills at this self-paced program.

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

Songs, stories, and fun for preschoolers and their grownups. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

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

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

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

Songs, stories, and fun for preschoolers and their grownups. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Music, movement, stories, and more outdoors on the Library Plaza! Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver. 

In case of inclement weather, this storytime will be moved indoors.

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more! For ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Songs, stories, and play for babies and their grownups. Designed for ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.   Afterwards, we offer a "stay and play" for all to enjoy.

Join us at the Carroll Creek Amphitheater for Family storytime presented in partnership with Downtown Frederick Partnership. Enjoy stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and more.

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

We are taking Toddler Storytime on the road!

Join us for outside storytime. Enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! Ages 0-5. Consider bringing a blanket for sitting on the ground. Storytime will move inside in the event of bad weather.

Songs, stories, and fun for preschoolers and their grownups. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Need help with your devices, or would you like to discover the basics of browsing the web, setting up an email or writing a resume? We are here to help. Laptops provided. Join us at the Thurmont Senior Center this month.

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more! For ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Music, movement, stories and more!  

Join us for a very special storytime with local author, Connie Collins Morgan. She has written several books, including "The Runaway Beignet." She will share her books with us. She will also have her books for sale and signing!

Songs, stories, and fun for preschoolers and their grownups. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

More than 1 in 4 older adults fall each year. Join us for information and learn some exercises to help improve your balance and prevent falls. Presented by Country Meadows.

Celebrate Shark Week with a fin-tastic storytime for the entire family! We'll have a visit from Baby Shark, read, sing, dance, and celebrate all creatures that swim under the sea! For ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a lively Storytime filled with music, movement. 

Spend a morning in nature. Enjoy a nature-themed storytime followed by an easy, ranger-guided hike. Come dressed for the weather. Meet at gravel parking lot across from park visitor center - 14707 Park Central Road, Thurmont, MD.

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.

Join Kelly Vita from Sandy Spring Bank to learn the ins and outs of mortgages and buying a home. First-time homebuyers welcome!

Ready to exercise! Ready to dance! Ready to shake off the pounds!  Zumba at the Library on Saturday mornings is the perfect solution!  

Visit with an ant, a tortoise, a jackrabbit and an ornery donkey. Featured is Kokopelli Winds, a woodwind quartet and narrator.

Crochet is an easy and relaxing craft to learn. Join local artisan, Amy Porter, for this introductory class. We will learn how to create a foundation chain and basic stitches. Using these skills, create a unique mug rug to take home.

Join us to explore songs, stories, and fun designed for our youngest audience and their caregivers.

Bring your imagination and explore art in this preschool art maker program. Dress for mess! Designed for ages 3-5.

Preschool-aged 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!

While summer is here, enjoy a free lunch! Lunches available for carry-out or curbside pick-up for youth ages 0-18.
 Funds provided by Glade Valley Community Services and the Town of Walkersville.

Enjoy music, stories and more.

Bring your wiggles for songs, stories, and fun for toddlers and their grownups. In the event of inclement weather, storytime will be held inside.

Let's get moving! Take on 10 physical challenges with Mr. Chris, physical education teacher and YouTube star from Beaniebootv. Plan to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated and appropriate play shoes.

While summer is here, enjoy a free lunch! Lunches available for carry-out or curbside pick-up for youth ages 0-18.
 Funds provided by Glade Valley Community Services and the Town of Walkersville.

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

Explore the radical world of reptiles with Nicole and her exotic pets! Not only will participants learn all about what makes a reptile a reptile, they will have the opportunity to pet and interact with lots of animal friends!

While summer is here, enjoy a free lunch! Lunches available for carry-out or curbside pick-up for youth ages 0-18.
 Funds provided by Glade Valley Community Services and the Town of Walkersville.

Join us outside after storytime for some creative play time. Ages 0-5. Creative Play move inside in the event of bad weather.

Mooove and groove with us at this special storytime at Happy Cow Creamery located at 8728 Dollyhyde Rd. Union Bridge, MD 21791 In the event of inclement weather, storytime will be held at Walkersville Branch Library.

Explore the radical world of reptiles with Nicole and her exotic pets! Not only will participants learn all about what makes a reptile a reptile, they will have the opportunity to pet and interact with lots of animal friends!

While summer is here, enjoy a free lunch! Lunches available for carry-out or curbside pick-up for youth ages 0-18.
 Funds provided by Glade Valley Community Services and the Town of Walkersville.

Young learners can practice skills they will need for school - listening, asking, writing, cutting, tracing, and more.

Join us for a special preschool storytime located at Utica District Park 10200-B Old Frederick Rd, Frederick, MD 21701. We will meet near Shelter 1.

While summer is here, enjoy a free lunch! Lunches available for carry-out or curbside pick-up for youth ages 0-18.
 Funds provided by Glade Valley Community Services and the Town of Walkersville.

Visit your favorite library staff members at our outreach table.  Asbury United Methodist Church is having their annual Community Block Party on Saturday, July 15, 2023, located on the block of West All Saints Street between Court and Be

Join Myersville Library staff for a fun outdoor storytime in the Lark Pavillion at Surreybrooke. Pack a picnic or snack. 8610 Baltimore National Pike, Middletown.

Lawyer in the Library provides free one-on-one legal advice from Maryland Legal Aid lawyers. Types of issues include:

The City of Frederick will visit us serve lunches for children and teens (under 18) each afternoon this summer from 12:15-1:00 pm. Lunch will be served June 5-August 18 (lunches will not be served on June 19 & July 4).

This summer, free lunches will be available from Tuesday through Thursday for youths 18 and under.  Lunch may be picked up between 12 and 1pm, while supplies last, and may be carried out or enjoyed on the library's covered deck.  

The City of Frederick will visit us serve lunches for children and teens (under 18) each afternoon this summer from 12:15-1:00 pm. Lunch will be served June 5-August 18 (lunches will not be served on June 19 & July 4).

This summer, free lunches will be available from Tuesday through Thursday for youths 18 and under.  Lunch may be picked up between 12 and 1pm, while supplies last, and may be carried out or enjoyed on the library's covered deck.  

The City of Frederick will visit us serve lunches for children and teens (under 18) each afternoon this summer from 12:15-1:00 pm. Lunch will be served June 5-August 18 (lunches will not be served on June 19 & July 4).

This summer, free lunches will be available from Tuesday through Thursday for youths 18 and under.  Lunch may be picked up between 12 and 1pm, while supplies last, and may be carried out or enjoyed on the library's covered deck.  

The City of Frederick will visit us serve lunches for children and teens (under 18) each afternoon this summer from 12:15-1:00 pm. Lunch will be served June 5-August 18 (lunches will not be served on June 19 & July 4).

The City of Frederick will visit us serve lunches for children and teens (under 18) each afternoon this summer from 12:15-1:00 pm. Lunch will be served June 5-August 18 (lunches will not be served on June 19 & July 4).

Are you skilled in chess or looking to brush up on your skills? Are you a chess master in your own home?

Storytime is moving and grooving at the Walkersville Community Park at 22 Kenneth Drive Walkersville, MD 21793

Learn about the Maryland Community for Life^SM program which has been developed by the Maryland Department of Aging to support older adults as they age at home.

Join professional crafter Denise Wagenaar and learn how to slow stitch using a needle, thread and scraps of fabric to create a lovely cottage wall hanging.  All supplies are provided, just bring your imagination! (while supplies last)

Join Dr.

Children practice reading skills to the patient and adorable Reading Education Assistance Dogs. For Children Grades K-5. 

Join us this summer on our lovely terrace for free family-friendly live music performed by local musicians every 2^nd Sunday at 2 p.m.

New to anime and manga? A long time fan? Join us to discuss your favorite series, learn a little about Japan, and show off your drawing skills! Weekly meetings will be held, feel free to drop into one or come to them all!  

Enjoy an atmosphere of positivity and paint your own BE KIND sign! No prior experience necessary. A team from the non-profit Action For Kindness will guide you through the workshop so everyone walks away happy with the art they've created.

Is your child starting Kindergarten in the fall? Join us for stories, songs, activities and crafts that promote kindergarten readiness skills. This 60-minute program is designed to help kids become comfortable with a routine and prepare

Join us for Hip Hop fun led by instructors from Elite Feet Dance Studio in Frederick.

Join us for colorful and creative fun as we learn some decorative techniques and make playdoh cupcakes with Nikkie Byrd, owner of Sage Cakery. Playdoh cupcakes are a fun sensory and imaginative play activity for kids.

Explore the radical world of reptiles with Nicole and her exotic pets! Not only will participants learn all about what makes a reptile a reptile, they will have the opportunity to pet and interact with lots of animal friends!

Grades 6-12 join us to enjoy the beach away from the beach! Make snow cones and build mini sandcastles while you relax at the library!

Enjoy an atmosphere of positivity and paint your own BE KIND sign! No prior experience necessary. A team from the non-profit, Action For Kindness, will guide you through the workshop so everyone walks away happy with the art they've created.

Create your own little critter by knitting with your hands! 

Please join Mr. Chris, a Carroll County Public Schools physical education teacher and YouTube star from Beaniebootv, as you take on 10 physical challenge stations!

Explore the radical world of reptiles with Nicole and her exotic pets! Not only will participants learn all about what makes a reptile a reptile, they will have the opportunity to pet and interact with lots of animal friends!

Join Fit2Shine Studio as we cultivate self-esteem and body awareness with fun exploration of movement and relaxed breathing. Fit2Shine Studio promotes strong minds and bodies while teaching children to release tension and relax.

Join us for an afternoon of creative fun while learning some sewing basics and getting comfortable working with fabric and notions. No experience necessary and all materials will be provided.

Mr. Chris, a Carroll County Public Schools physical education teacher and YouTube star from Beaniebootv, will lead you through 10 physical challenge stations! Plan to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated and appropriate play shoes.

Crafters, Creepers, and Master Builders are invited to the Minecraft Club.  Chat with other players, work together to build great things, or just play on the Library’s own server.

Enjoy an atmosphere of positivity and paint your own BE KIND sign! No prior experience necessary. A team from the non-profit, Action For Kindness, will guide you through the workshop so everyone walks away happy with the art they've created.

Join us for free play of all of our board games at the library! We will have experts in several games to help you learn if you want to play a game you never have before. Have a favorite that you want to share with others?

Bring your little dinosaur and/or tea party hostess down for this one-of-a-kind tea party. We hope to answer a couple questions such as, "How Do Dinosaurs Show Good Manners" and how to be a gracious host with a little help from "Tea Rex".

Zen out and create a calming masterpiece on a rock!

Enjoy some Dog Man and Cat Kid (and Captain Underpants) themed activities. Cartooning, trivia, and more! Designed for students in 3rd through 7th grades.

Complete various science and engineering activities to solve a puzzle.  STEM activities suitable for ages 10 and up in grades 4th through 8th. Presented in partnership with the Frederick County Branch of The NAACP and Ten Plus, Inc.

Writing With Joy: The Origins, Development and Characteristics of Fanfiction  

Ready to take that leap and start your own business?  Let's talk through some things you need to do.  From A to Z, let's talk being your own boss.

Children can learn and explore using STEAM-based activities. Caregivers are encouraged to connect with children and participate in the activities! Designed for elementary students in grades K-5.

Join us as we host popular TikTok creator Katie Siegel for the release of her debut novel, Charlotte Illes Is Not a Detective.

Grades 6-12. Make a colorful shirt or bag using the sharpie tie dye method. All supplies provided. 

Explore the radical world of reptiles with Nicole and her exotic pets! Not only will participants learn all about what makes a reptile a reptile, they will have the opportunity to pet and interact with lots of animal friends!

Join us for a pop up library visit at Bruster's Ice Cream! Ice cream, books, library cards, Summer Challenge - there will be something for everyone!

Travel the world of traditional map-making with former National Geographer Cartographer, Steve Wells, who will showcase some of his iconic maps, atlases, methods and tools. Learn about projections, orientation, relief and legends.

Come play on Open Game Night!  Board games, card games, chess and much more. It's a fun night of cooperative play and team building.

Join the library for a science program highlighting a career in the sciences and explore fun, hands-on science activities. For Grades K-5 and caregivers. 

Prepare your mind and body for bedtime with stretches, music, stories and more. Chatty Counselors will lead us in making worry dolls that help us say goodbye to anxious thoughts.

Join the adventure! Elementary ages and up are welcome to join us at Middletown Library for Dungeons and Dragons! All skill levels welcome!

Join us for an all-ages storytime after a long day of work and play. Unwind with stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family!

Join us outdoors on the Urbana Library Plaza for an evening of music, movement, and stories for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.

Come play video games, board games, and more. Snacks will be provided! Geared for ages 8-13.

Join us for bedtime themed songs and stories--pajamas are welcome!

Come share a story with a specially trained therapy dog form WAGS for Hope.

Try your hand at blackout poetry, using a marker to cover up words in a text.

Delve into the world of notional ekphrasis, a powerful method for crafting works of art that seamlessly blend visual and literary elements.

Join some of our coaches and sports commissioners from Glade Valley Athletic Association (GVAA) to learn about their programs and ask questions about the youth fall sports season.

Join us as we celebrate local author Kate Myers’ debut novel, Excavations! Kate will discuss her hilariously smart novel, answer questions, and sign books.

The Frederick County Landmarks Foundation is bringing back a popular free series of how-to seminars on how to obtain a plaque for a historic home.  At each event, staff from the Frederick County Public Library’s Maryland Room, which specializ

Join us as we celebrate the release of Amiee Gibbs debut novel, The Carnivale of Curiosities. This dazzling gothic tale of Faustian bargains, jealousy, and murder set in a spectacular circus, where star-crossed lovers’ destinies

Please join us for our in-depth journey of using Sahaja Yoga Meditation as a way to achieve stress- free living. Feel the freedom of your Self!

Get your popcorn ready, because Starlight is back! 

Movies start at 8:30 p.m., but the fun really begins with pre-show activities at 7 p.m.

Join us on the lawn behind the Community Center at Brunswick Crossing for a free showing of the Disney-hit Moana on an enormous 28ft screen!  Pre-movie activities will start at 8:00pm, with the movie beginning at dusk (around 8: