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FCPL Winter Holiday Hours

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

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (6/01)	Mon (6/02)	Tue (6/03)	Wed (6/04)	Thu (6/05)	Fri (6/06)	Sat (6/07)
10 am				This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Autistm/ASD Friendly Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Birth - 5, Elementary C. Burr Artz Public Library This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library Room: Programming Room (CBA) Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary Program Type: Recurring Storytime Event Details: A multi-sensory storytime designed to support children with autism or sensory processing challenges. This time is designed to meet your child where they are in, a fun, engaging environment. This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Junior Gardeners 10:30am–11:30am Birth - 5, Elementary Emmitsburg Branch Library This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library Room: Community Room (EM) Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, STEM Event Details: Is your child interested in learning how to care for a garden? Look no further! Join us for a fun morning of exploring, creating, and learning how to care for plants and gardens at the Emmitsburg Library. Ages 0-12.			This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Family Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Birth - 5, Elementary C. Burr Artz Public Library This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library Room: Community Room (CBA) Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary 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 "Elementary" group R.E.A.D.® with Wags for Hope (ages 5-10) 10:30am–11:30am Elementary Middletown Branch Library This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool Event Details: Practice reading skills to patient and adorable Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.). For Children Grades K-5. This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Saturday Craftacular: Sensational Sea Creatures 10:30am–11:30am Birth - 5, Elementary Emmitsburg Branch Library This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library Room: Community Room (EM) Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create Event Details: Let's celebrate World Ocean Day! Join us as we explore the ocean depths and create cute or creepy ocean creatures using recycled materials. Age Groups: Birth-5, Elementary.
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1 pm		This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Curious Kids: Beach Day 1:00pm–2:00pm Elementary, All Ages Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks Room: Small Room Age Group: Elementary, All Ages Program Type: STEM Event Details: Spend a day at the beach without leaving your hometown! Join in on the fun as we create experiment and explore using sand. Geared for Elementary aged children.
2 pm	This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Author Event: Hannah Evans - The Letter 2:00pm–3:00pm Birth - 5, Elementary C. Burr Artz Public Library This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library Room: Community Room (CBA) Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary Program Type: Books & Authors, Education & Enjoyment Event Details: Join Author Hannah Kent as she reads from her book, The Letter.				This event is in the "Elementary" group Elementary Explorers: Who Is Jane Goodall? 2:00pm–2:45pm Elementary Thurmont Regional Library This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library Room: Community Room (TRL) Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Homeschool, STEM Event Details: Participate in a variety of experiences related to science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. This program is designed for children in grades K - 5 and their caregivers.		This event is in the "Elementary" group Family STEAM Drop In 2:00pm–2:45pm Elementary Thurmont Regional Library This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library Room: Thurmont Imagination Zone Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, STEM Event Details: Drop in for a hands-on STEM Lab or STEAM Lab opportunity. This program is designed for children in grades K-5 and their caregiver.
3 pm				This event is in the "Elementary" group Kids Zen Zone with Fit2Shine Studio 3:00pm–4:00pm Elementary Urbana Regional Library This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library Room: Anthony M. Natelli Community Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Education & Enjoyment Event Details: Practice fun yoga poses and mindfulness in this interactive program with Fit2Shine Studio. Geared for kids in grades K-5th.		This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Meet the Rover at Hill Street Park 3:30pm–4:00pm Elementary, All Ages Around the Community Offsite Event This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Around the Community Age Group: Elementary, All Ages Program Type: Outreach Event Details: It's time for a pop-up library experience. Visit the Rover, sign up for a library card, check out some materials, and participate in fun seasonal activities. We can't wait to see you at the park!
4 pm			This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Summer Challenge Kick-Off (all ages) 4:30pm–6:00pm Elementary, All Ages Brunswick Branch Library This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library Room: Community Room (BR) Age Group: Elementary, All Ages Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool Event Details: Are you excited to start reading and exploring for the Summer Challenge? Visit the library this afternoon to have some fun, sign up for the Summer Challenge, and pick out books to kick off your summer! This program is for all ages.	This event is in the "Elementary" group Discovery Depot (Grades K-5) 4:00pm–4:45pm Elementary Myersville Community Library This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Myersville Community Library Room: Community Room (MY) Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create, STEM Event Details: Discover and explore the world around you through science, math, technology, history, art, and literature. Designed for kids in grades K-5.
5 pm				This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Summer Challenge Kick-Off at Rocky Point Creamery 5:30pm–7:00pm Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages Around the Community Offsite Event This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Around the Community Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Outreach Event Details: Register for the Summer Challenge program and celebrate with yard games, crafts and a dairy cow mascot who will be available for selfies and high-fives. This event will be held at Rocky Point Creamery.	This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teen" group Tween Hang Out 5:30pm–6:30pm Elementary, Teen C. Burr Artz Public Library This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teen" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library Room: STEM Lab Age Group: Elementary, Teen Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Tween Event Details: Looking for a fun way to spend some free time? Whether you're into art, crafting, gaming, or enjoy them all, this is the perfect opportunity to relax, hang out, and make new friends in a creative and friendly environment! And also, snacks! Disclaimer(s) Special Note Regarding Children's Programs Any food/beverage offered may contain ingredients which may cause allergic reaction, i.e., wheat, nuts, soy, etc. Parents/guardians, please be advised that it is solely your responsibility to ensure the welfare of the children in your care and your option to allow/disallow the products offered. Registration for this event acknowledges that you have read and understand this caution.
6 pm		This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teen" group Tween Tech: Minecraft Monday (Ages 10-13) 6:00pm–6:45pm Elementary, Teen Walkersville Branch Library This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teen" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room Age Group: Elementary, Teen Program Type: Computers & Technology, Education & Enjoyment, Tween Event Details: Mine, build, and explore with like-minded tweens in our library Minecraft server! This program is intended for tweens ages 10-13. This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Adult" group Roots & Wings - A Parenting Journey with More Than A Father 6:00pm–7:00pm Birth - 5, Elementary, Adult C. Burr Artz Public Library This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Adult" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library Room: Programming Room (CBA) Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Adult Program Type: Education & Enjoyment Event Details: Join us for an informal playgroup and presentation where both children and caregivers are welcome.	This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Dog Days of Summer Kick-Off Party 6:00pm–7:00pm Birth - 5, Elementary Thurmont Regional Library This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library Room: Community Room (TRL) Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary Program Type: Recurring Storytime Event Details: Kick off the summer with our favorite canine characters - Bluey, Clifford and Dog Man! Fun games and activities for the whole family! This event is in the "Elementary" group Yellow Springs Elem. Math Night 6:00pm–7:30pm Elementary Thurmont Regional Library This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library Age Group: Elementary	This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Bilingual Storytime 6:00pm–6:30pm Birth - 5, Elementary Walkersville Branch Library This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary Program Type: Recurring Storytime Event Details: Join us for an all-ages storytime featuring songs, stories, and rhymes in Spanish and other world languages. This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Summer Jam with Mr. Jon & Friends 6:00pm–7:00pm Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages Urbana Regional Library This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library Room: Anthony M. Natelli Community Room Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages Program Type: Education & Enjoyment Event Details: Get ready for an energetic music show that inspires fun, laughter and dancing! This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Pajama Storytime 6:30pm–7:00pm Birth - 5, Elementary C. Burr Artz Public Library This event is in the "Birth - 5" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library Room: Children's Department (CBA) Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary Program Type: Recurring Storytime