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

Free Summer Lunch for Ages 18 and Under!

All Day
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Thurmont Regional Library
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Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library
Room: Study Room 1 (TRL)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Wellness
10 am
This event is in the "Birth - 5" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Summer Lunch (Ages 0-18)

10:00am–12:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Emmitsburg Branch Library
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Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

While supplies last, lunches are available for youth ages 0-18 each Tuesday June 17 -August 11.
Lunches are provided by Helping Hands and Caring Hearts, a local nonproft.

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

Tween/Teen Leadership Camp (Ages 11-18)

10:30am–12:00pm
Elementary, Teen
Emmitsburg Branch Library
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Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Tween
Event Details:

Our speaker will be Shawn Snyder from Animal Control. We will also make dog toys and treats to donate to the Animal Control Shelter.

11 am
12 pm
This event is in the "Birth - 5" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Summer Lunch (Ages 0-18)

12:00pm–1:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Walkersville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Event Details:

While supplies last, lunches are available for youth ages 0-18.
 Funds provided by Glade Valley Community Services and the Town of Walkersville.

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

Summer Lunch Program (ages 0-18)

12:15pm–1:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Brunswick Branch Library
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Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Community Room (BR)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Event Details:

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 13 -August 19 (lunches will not be served on June 19 & July 4).

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

Summer Lunch (Ages 0-18)

12:00pm–1:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Walkersville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Event Details:

While supplies last, lunches are available for youth ages 0-18.
 Funds provided by Glade Valley Community Services and the Town of Walkersville.

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

Summer Lunch Program (ages 0-18)

12:15pm–1:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Brunswick Branch Library
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Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Community Room (BR)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Event Details:

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 13 -August 19 (lunches will not be served on June 19 & July 4).

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

Summer Lunch (Ages 0-18)

12:00pm–1:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Walkersville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Event Details:

While supplies last, lunches are available for youth ages 0-18.
 Funds provided by Glade Valley Community Services and the Town of Walkersville.

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

Summer Lunch Program (ages 0-18)

12:15pm–1:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Brunswick Branch Library
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Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Community Room (BR)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Event Details:

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 13 -August 19 (lunches will not be served on June 19 & July 4).

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

Summer Lunch (Ages 0-18)

12:00pm–1:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Walkersville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Event Details:

While supplies last, lunches are available for youth ages 0-18.
 Funds provided by Glade Valley Community Services and the Town of Walkersville.

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

Summer Lunch Program (ages 0-18)

12:15pm–1:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Brunswick Branch Library
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Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Community Room (BR)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Event Details:

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 13 -August 19 (lunches will not be served on June 19 & July 4).

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

Summer Lunch (Ages 0-18)

12:00pm–1:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Walkersville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Event Details:

While supplies last, lunches are available for youth ages 0-18.
 Funds provided by Glade Valley Community Services and the Town of Walkersville.

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

Summer Lunch Program (ages 0-18)

12:15pm–1:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Brunswick Branch Library
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Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Community Room (BR)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen
Event Details:

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 13 -August 19 (lunches will not be served on June 19 & July 4).

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

Break My Game Tabletop Game Play Testing

12:00pm–3:00pm
Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Play testing in-progress tabletop game designs with the designers to give feedback and have fun.

Disclaimer(s)

Sign Language Interpreter

If an american sign language (asl) interpreter is needed for an event, we ask that you contact us one week in advance to ensure that we can process this request. If you need to cancel this request, we ask that you give us one weeks' notice.
1 pm
This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Time: Make Your Own Affirmation Jar (Ages 13-18)

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teen
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: STEM Lab
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Join us to create your own affirmation jars to take home and learn about the effects of positive self-esteem with Heartly House. For ages 13-18. Affirmation jars are while supplies last. 

Disclaimer(s)

Sign Language Interpreter

If an american sign language (asl) interpreter is needed for an event, we ask that you contact us one week in advance to ensure that we can process this request. If you need to cancel this request, we ask that you give us one weeks' notice.
2 pm
This event is in the "Teen" group

Tween/Teen Perler Beads

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teen
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: STEM Lab
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Make your very own perler bead creation!

Disclaimer(s)

Sign Language Interpreter

If an american sign language (asl) interpreter is needed for an event, we ask that you contact us one week in advance to ensure that we can process this request. If you need to cancel this request, we ask that you give us one weeks' notice.
This event is in the "Teen" group
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Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, History & Genealogy, Homeschool
Event Details:

Ever wonder how much a medieval longsword weighs? 10 lbs? 20lbs? What if you were given the chance to master the majestic weapon that has long dominated the fantasy world?

3 pm
This event is in the "Teen" group

Animanga Club

3:15pm–4:15pm
Teen
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: STEM Lab
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

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! 

Disclaimer(s)

Sign Language Interpreter

If an american sign language (asl) interpreter is needed for an event, we ask that you contact us one week in advance to ensure that we can process this request. If you need to cancel this request, we ask that you give us one weeks' notice.
This event is in the "Teen" group

Upcycling: Paper Beads (Ages 12-18)

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teen
Middletown Branch Library
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Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Make & Create
Event Details:

Learn how to make unique beads from paper, usually from recycled materials. Cut, roll, and decorate paper to create custom beads that can be used for jewelry, keychains, or other cool projects.

4 pm
This event is in the "Teen" group

Crochet 101 & Fiber Art Fun! (ages 9-18)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teen
Urbana Regional Library
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Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Anthony M. Natelli Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, Wellness
Event Details:

Get started with crocheting, a life-long hobby - with the talented ladies of the Woodlands! Learn how to hold the hook & yarn and how to make a starting chain - then build from there! 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Design Your Dream Space

4:30pm–6:30pm
Teen
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: STEM Lab
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create, STEM
Event Details:

Learn how to read blueprints,  and design your dream space, going from paper to a 3D activity that you can take home with the Frederick County Building Industry Association.

Disclaimer(s)

Sign Language Interpreter

If an american sign language (asl) interpreter is needed for an event, we ask that you contact us one week in advance to ensure that we can process this request. If you need to cancel this request, we ask that you give us one weeks' notice.
5 pm
This event is in the "Teen" group

Anime Afternoon (Ages 10-17)

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teen
Thurmont Regional Library
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Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Tween
Event Details:

Anime Afternoon is a place to chat with other enthusiasts about your favorite anime and manga! Chat about what you're currently reading and watching. 

Disclaimer(s)

Sign Language Interpreter

If an american sign language (asl) interpreter is needed for an event, we ask that you contact us one week in advance to ensure that we can process this request. If you need to cancel this request, we ask that you give us one weeks' notice.
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Intro to Tarot for Self-Reflection

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teen, Adult
Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks
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Library Branch: Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks
Room: Large Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Wellness
Event Details:

Learn about the meaning of tarot and how it can enrich your journey of self-reflection. Presented by Mary Mannix, FCPL Librarian & Maryland Room Manager.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Tween Gaming Hour: Switch Edition (ages 9-13)

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teen
Thurmont Regional Library
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Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Tween
Event Details:

Play our Nintendo Switch or bring your own and play with friends! Open to all skill levels for ages 9-13.

Disclaimer(s)

Sign Language Interpreter

If an american sign language (asl) interpreter is needed for an event, we ask that you contact us one week in advance to ensure that we can process this request. If you need to cancel this request, we ask that you give us one weeks' notice.
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Macrame for Beginners: Air Plant Hangers!

5:30pm–7:30pm
Teen, Adult
Myersville Community Library
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Library Branch: Myersville Community Library
Room: Community Room (MY)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Make & Create
Event Details:

Learn introductory macrame technique while making an air plant hanger to take home. 

No prior experience needed! 

Program begins promptly at 5:30, and space limited.

All supplies provided. 

 

6 pm
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Oh, Crit! D&D Improv Performance: Ages 10 and Up

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teen, All Ages
Middletown Branch Library
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Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Community Room (MID)
Age Group: Teen, All Ages
Program Type: Tween
Event Details:

Oh Crit performs improv comedy fused with Dungeons & Dragons!Join them as they embark on an adventure of twists and turns, bizarre characters, occasional epic failure…

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Time: Singing Class with Renee's Music (ages 11-18)

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

Love to sing or want to develop your vocal skills? Join us for a fun and engaging program designed to introduce the fundamentals of singing in a relaxed yet structured setting.

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

Tween Time: Singing Class with Renee's Music (ages 8-13)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Elementary, Teen
Brunswick Branch Library
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Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Inside Library (BR)
Age Group: Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Love to sing or want to develop your vocal skills? Join us for a fun and engaging program designed to introduce the fundamentals of singing in a relaxed yet structured setting.

7 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

On-site at the Starlight Family Film Festival: Monsters, Inc. (G)

7:30pm–10:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Urbana Regional Library
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Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

This event is located at 9023 Harris Street, Frederick, MD 21704, a few blocks away from the Urbana Regional Library.

Get your popcorn ready, because Starlight is back!