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FCPL Winter Holiday Hours

Frederick County Public Libraries will be closed December 24 and December 25 for Christmas.

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Maple Syrup Festival Library Visit

10:00am–2:00pm
Adult, All Ages
Around the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

This annual event highlights the history of maple syrup in Maryland. The event includes opportunities to see maple syrup demonstrations, delicious breakfast items with locally-made maple syrup, and much, much more. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Outreach at Home & Garden Show

10:00am–4:00pm
Adult
Around the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

Visit the FCPL outreach table to learn about library services and materials!

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chinese for Beginners with AACF

10:30am–11:30am
Adult, All Ages
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: C. Burr Artz Trust Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Understand the history and structure of the Chinese language.

Learn basic greetings and self-introduction.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Pop-Up at the Thurmont Senior Center

10:00am–1:00pm
Adult
Around the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

Staff from the Thurmont Regional Library will be on hand to provide library cards and check out books. 

This event is in the "Adult" group
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Welcome back Dee Buchanan Dance Studio to learn some more dance moves.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Freedom BANG Class

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
Walkersville Branch Library
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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

Navigating the Real Estate Market

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Emmitsburg Branch Library
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Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive 2-hour seminar where you'll gain valuable insights into the real estate market in Frederick County and surrounding areas.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Shri Yoga

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult, All Ages
Urbana Regional Library
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Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Anthony M. Natelli Community 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.

11 am
This event is in the "Adult" group
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Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Wellness
Event Details:

Terri Lemere from Healthy Home Living Solutions will be our guest speaker.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Sol Yoga

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

Join us for this free yoga class offered by Sol Yoga's Good Cause Division. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat. Donations accepted.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Small Business Office Hours

11:00am–3:00pm
Adult
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Study Room 3 (CBA)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Business & Job Skills, Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

An U.S. Small Business Administration representative will be available every third Wednesday of each month to assist with your small business needs.

Counseling | Funding | Contracting

This event is in the "Adult" group

Frederick Community College Information Session

11:30am–12:30pm
Adult
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Programming Room (CBA)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Join us for an  information session  about educational opportunities through Frederick Community College. 

Plan to speak with an Admissions representative to get answers to your questions. 

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Pop-up @ Mount Saint Mary's

11:00am–2:00pm
Teen, Adult
Around the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join the staff of the Thurmont and Emmitsburg Libraries for a pop-up to celebrate Spring on the Mount Saint Mary's campus. Library staff will visit the quad with plenty of materials for checkout, as well as some fun games!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Memoir Writing Workshop for Seniors

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Middletown Branch Library
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Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Books & Authors, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Sharing memories with loved ones is a beautiful experience; sometimes, telling the whole story requires more than just a few words. Please join us and writer Niki Gjoni for a special writing workshop for seniors, focusing on memoir writing.

12 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group

Lawyer in the Library: Maryland Legal Aid (Study Room 3)

12:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Study Room 3 (CBA)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group

Beginner Knitting Series

12:30pm–1:30pm
Adult
Middletown Branch Library
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Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

This series is a 3-week beginner knitting series which will cover the basics of the cast-on, the knit stitch, the bind-off, and possibly more as time allows.

1 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group

Rock Art and Religion in Ancient Egypt

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adult
Walkersville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Join Lauren Lippiello, Assistant Professor of History and Anthropology at FCC, for an illuminating presentation on the rhythms of the sun and its influence on religion in Predynastic Egypt, as revealed by rock art from Aswan, Egypt

2 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group

Book Talk at Middletown 50+ Community Center

2:00pm–2:30pm
Adult
Around the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Books & Authors, Outreach
Event Details:

Join Middletown Branch Librarians each month at the senior center for a topical discussion of favorite, new or trending titles. We will have a selection of items to check out and you'll have an opportunity to sign up for a library card!

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Appalachian Trail - hiking history and wacky facts with Tara Gettig

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teen, Adult
Myersville Community Library
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Library Branch: Myersville Community Library
Room: Community Room (MY)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Tara Gettig, experienced hiker, educator, and outdoor enthusiast, will explore the history, scenery, and culture of the Appalachian Trail.  Come dream about hiking from the warmth of our Community Room during the cold months. 

3 pm
4 pm
5 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group

Outreach: Student Parent Evening of Wellness @ FCC

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adult
Around the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Outreach
6 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group

ESL High Beginner's Conversation Classes

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adult
Walkersville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: The Dorsey Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

We welcome adults who want to practice their English to a conversation class hosted by the Literacy Council of Frederick County.

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

Family Fun Night: Dazzle Dance Party (ages 3 and up)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Adult
Middletown Branch Library
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Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Community Room (MID)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Adult
Event Details:

Join us for a night of elegance and fun! Dress up, hit the dance floor and capture the memories with our on-site photographer. Ages 3 and up.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Friends of the Myersville Library Meeting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Myersville Community Library
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Library Branch: Myersville Community Library
Room: Community Room (MY)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Friends of the Library Meeting
Event Details:

Friends of the Myersville Library Meeting

This event is in the "Adult" group

Researching the History of a House

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Brunswick Branch Library
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Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Community Room (BR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Unless you are the first person to live in your house, you’ve probably at some point wondered who else cooked in your kitchen, when was your roof last replaced, or what was that strange door that leads to nowhere originally used for.