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10 am
This event is in the "Birth - 5" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Animal Encounter Story Time at Jumbo's Pumpkin Patch

10:00am–10:45am
Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Around the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Event Details:

Enjoy the fall fun of a petting zoo, story time, and explore the pumpkin patch! 

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

Autism & Sensory Friendly Storytime

10:15am–10:45am
Birth - 5, Elementary
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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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
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

C & O Canal Bike Ride

10:00am–12:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Brunswick Branch Library
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Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Outside Library (BR)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Wellness
Event Details:

Bridgeway Bikes will lead us on a 12-mile roundtrip bike ride between Brunswick and Point of Rocks. Bring your bike and meet us at the Brunswick train station parking lot.

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

C & O Canal Bike Ride

10:00am–12:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Around the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Wellness
Event Details:

Bridgeway Bikes will lead us on a 12-mile roundtrip bike ride between Brunswick and Point of Rocks. Bring your bike and meet us at the Brunswick train station parking lot.

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

C & O Canal Bike Ride

10:00am–12:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Around the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Wellness
Event Details:

Bridgeway Bikes will lead us on a 12-mile roundtrip bike ride between Brunswick and Point of Rocks. Bring your bike and meet us at the Brunswick train station parking lot.

11 am
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

R.E.A.D.® with Wags for Hope

11:00am–12:00pm
Elementary, All Ages
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: Small Room
Age Group: Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

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

12 pm
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: Programming Room (CBA)
Age Group: Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, STEM
Event Details:

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

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1 pm
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Curious Kids -Future Makers: So You Want To Be A...?

1:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary
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: Small Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, STEM
Event Details:

Get ready for the future and experience a day in the life of some of your favorite careers! Geared for elementary-aged children.

This event is in the "Birth - 5" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Harvest Crafternoon

1:00pm–2:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create
Event Details:

Create creative mini projects inspired by the autumn season and the bounty of harvest time. 

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

Passage to Freedom: Janice the Griot

1:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Middletown Branch Library
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Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Community Room (MID)
Age Group: Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, History & Genealogy, Homeschool
Event Details:

Travel in story from Africa to Slavery to Freedom – Stories of the Underground Railroad, Civil Rights and African American Freedom Fighters. This program is presented by Janice Curtis Greene an accomplished storyteller, an American Griot.

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

Library Pop-Up at Learning Disabilities and Mental Health Resource Fair @ Monocacy Valley Church

1:00pm–5:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Around the Community
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Around the Community
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Visit your favorite librarians at FCPL's pop-up table at the Learning Disabilities and Mental Health Resource Fair. We'll be at Monocacy Valley Church and sharing library resources that support dyslexia.

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

Library Pop-Up at Learning Disabilities and Mental Health Resource Fair @ Monocacy Valley Church

1:00pm–5:00pm
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: Outreach
Event Details:

Visit your favorite librarians at FCPL's pop-up table at the Learning Disabilities and Mental Health Resource Fair. We'll be at Monocacy Valley Church and sharing library resources that support dyslexia.

2 pm
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Early Reader Time: Monster Madness!

2:00pm–3:00pm
Elementary
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Programming Room (CBA)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

This book club is designed to build on the excitement of emergent readers with different books and related activities to enjoy with their peers.  We'll read about and create our own monsters this month.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Elementary Explorers: Limitless Leaves

2:00pm–2:45pm
Elementary
Thurmont Regional Library
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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 "Birth - 5" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Saturday Craftacular: Spooky Squeegee Art

2:00pm–3:00pm
Birth - 5, Elementary
Emmitsburg Branch Library
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Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Event Details:

Black cats, bats and goofy ghosts come alive with the scrape of a squeegee! Come prepared to get a little messy during this fun hands-on painting activity. Age group: Birth-5, Elementary. 

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

Tween Hangout (Ages 8-12)

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary, Teen
Middletown Branch Library
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Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Education & Enjoyment, Tween
Event Details:

Looking for a fun way to spend your afternoon? Whether you're into crafting, gaming, or both, this is the perfect opportunity to relax, hang out, and make new friends in a creative and friendly environment!

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Kid Quest: A Role-Playing Game Adventure!

3:00pm–4:00pm
Elementary
Urbana Regional Library
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Library Branch: Urbana Regional Library
Room: Anthony M. Natelli Community Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Calling all young adventurers! Let's go on a magical adventure with our friends in this introduction to RPG.

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

Tween Spooky Clay Art

3:45pm–4:45pm
Elementary, Teen
Emmitsburg Branch Library
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Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Make & Create, Tween
Event Details:

Spiders, ghosts, bats and more! Get into the spooky spirit and sculpt spooky creatures from clay. 

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
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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

Minecraft Monday (ages 6-10)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary
Middletown Branch Library
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Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, STEM
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of Minecraft creation. This program is for elementary age children who are ready to have fun crafting a world together.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Artist Adventures: Bob Ross (ages 6-10)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary
Middletown Branch Library
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Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Community Room (MID)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create
Event Details:

There are no mistakes only happy accidents.  Come paint a landscape with some happy little trees! Geared towards ages 6-10.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

STEAM Lab: Bee Bots

4:30pm–5:00pm
Elementary
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Programming Room (CBA)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us for a variety of science, technology, engineering, arts and math activities for elementary-aged children.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Elementary Explorers: 4H Rabbit Program (ages 5-10)

4:30pm–5:30pm
Elementary
Brunswick Branch Library
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Library Branch: Brunswick Branch Library
Room: Community Room (BR)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool
Event Details:

Learn about rabbits and how to care for them with special guests from 4-H.

This program is for children in kindergarten through 5th grades (ages 5-10).

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

Tween-Tastic: Marble Runs (Ages 8-13)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Elementary, Teen
Walkersville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room
Age Group: Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Tween
Event Details:

Design and build your own marble run! Experiment with ramps, tunnels, and twists to see how fast and far your marble can go as you create an exciting course.

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

Tween Scene: Magical Kitties (ages 8-13)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary, Teen
Middletown Branch Library
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Library Branch: Middletown Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Make & Create
Event Details:

Come in, create a magical kitten character, and join a one-shot of the tabletop role playing game Magical Kitties!

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Discovery Depot (Grades K-5)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Elementary
Myersville Community Library
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Library Branch: Myersville Community Library
Room: Community Room (MY)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Books & Authors, Education & Enjoyment, Homeschool, Make & Create, STEM
Event Details:

Discover and explore the world around you through science, math, technology, history, art, and literature. For kids in grades K-5. 

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Kid Quest: An Elementary RPG

4:00pm–4:45pm
Elementary
C. Burr Artz Public Library
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Community Room (CBA)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
5 pm
6 pm
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Tween Scene: Griddle Gourmet (Ages 10-13)

6:00pm–6:45pm
Elementary, Teen
Walkersville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room
Age Group: Elementary, Teen
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment, Tween
Event Details:

Turn up the heat and get cooking! In this hands-on program, tweens will learn the basics of griddle cooking while creating easy, tasty recipes.

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

Autism/ASD Friendly Storytime

6:00pm–6:30pm
Birth - 5, Elementary
Walkersville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Darrell L Batson Community Room
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary
Program Type: Special 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

Family Storytime

6:00pm–6:30pm
Birth - 5, Elementary
Walkersville Branch Library
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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 after a long day of work and play. Unwind with stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family!

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Art-Ventures: Yarn Monsters

6:00pm–7:00pm
Elementary
Thurmont Regional Library
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Library Branch: Thurmont Regional Library
Room: Community Room (TRL)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Get creative and explore the world of art through hands-on projects and imaginative fun! Each session features a new artistic adventure designed for young artists to express themselves, try new techniques, and make something awesome.

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
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Library Branch: C. Burr Artz Public Library
Room: Children's Department (CBA)
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary
Program Type: Recurring Storytime
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Family Fun: R.E.A.D. WAGS for Hope

6:00pm–7:00pm
Elementary
Emmitsburg Branch Library
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Library Branch: Emmitsburg Branch Library
Room: Community Room (EM)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Come practice your reading skills with patient and adorable Reading Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) from WAGS for Hope! For children grade K-5.

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

Tween Time: Book Trivia (3rd through 8th grade)

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, Homeschool, Tween
Event Details:

Test your book knowledge, win a fun prize, and learn how to discover new books you'll love!

This program is for tweens in 3rd through 8th grades (ages 8-13).

This event is in the "Birth - 5" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Paws 2 Read

6:30pm–7:30pm
Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Walkersville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Walkersville Branch Library
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Birth - 5, Elementary, All Ages
Program Type: Education & Enjoyment
Event Details:

Join Go Team Therapy Dogs to improve your reading confidence and make a new friend when you read aloud to a therapy dog.