Wellness

Join certified practitioner as she uses auricular reflexology to promote deep relaxation which in turn promotes healing of the body through physical touch and gentle mediation. This practice allows deep relaxation in the body, circulation improves, as capillaries open, blood flow increases carrying more oxygen to cells.  

For adults who want to improve their ability to speak and understand American English. Practice conversation skills and pronunciation while learning about holidays, food, travels, family, life skills, current events, American history, common idioms, and more.  This program is presented in partnership with The Literacy Council of Frederick County. The Programming Room is located on the first floor in Room 201.

For adults who want to improve their ability to speak and understand American English. Practice conversation skills and pronunciation while learning about holidays, food, travels, family, life skills, current events, American history, common idioms, and more.  This program is presented in partnership with The Literacy Council of Frederick County. The Small Conference Room is located on the second floor in Room 302.

For adults who want to improve their ability to speak and understand American English. Practice conversation skills and pronunciation while learning about holidays, food, travels, family, life skills, current events, American history, common idioms, and more.  This program is presented in partnership with The Literacy Council of Frederick County. The Small Conference Room is located on the second floor in Room 302.

For adults who want to improve their ability to speak and understand American English. Practice conversation skills and pronunciation while learning about holidays, food, travels, family, life skills, current events, American history, common idioms, and more.  This program is presented in partnership with The Literacy Council of Frederick County. The Small Conference Room is located on the second floor in Room 302.

Join the Alzheimer's Association at Urbana Regional Library for a three part Alzheimer's Education Series. At this third and final course, you'll learn about healthy habits for your brain, like exercising and eating right. Hear why brain health is important at all ages and build a personalized action plan for brain-healthy habits. Other events in this series include "Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia" on October 14 and "The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s" on October 28. Come to any or all that interest you! The Small Conference Room is located on the second floor in Room 302.

Join us for an educational program presented by the Alzheimer’s Association®.  This program is a free, interactive presentation that explores the latest research on lifestyle factors that may support brain health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline. Participants learn practical strategies related to physical activity, nutrition, social engagement, cognitive stimulation, sleep, and overall wellness. There is also time for questions and discussion, and we can provide educational materials for attendees.

Margaret Ann Radford leads a gentle yoga session that helps improve mobility in a soft and gentle, yet supportive and beneficial way. 

Margaret Ann Radford leads a gentle yoga session that helps improve mobility in a soft and gentle, yet supportive and beneficial way. 

Margaret Ann Radford leads a gentle yoga session that helps improve mobility in a soft and gentle, yet supportive and beneficial way. 

Margaret Ann Radford leads a gentle yoga session that helps improve mobility in a soft and gentle, yet supportive and beneficial way. 

Get crocheting with the skilled ladies of the Woodlands! Whether you are a practiced hand or it's your first time holding a hook, join us for community and skill-sharing. You can also try knitting or our alternative fiber art craft. All materials provided, while supplies last. For grades 4-12. The Natelli Community room is located on the ground floor of the library in Room 100.

Get crocheting with the skilled ladies of the Woodlands! Whether you are a practiced hand or it's your first time holding a hook, join us for community and skill-sharing. You can also try knitting or our alternative fiber art craft. All materials provided, while supplies last. For grades 4-12. The Natelli Community room is located on the ground floor of the library in Room 100.

Get crocheting with the skilled ladies of the Woodlands! Whether you are a practiced hand or it's your first time holding a hook, join us for community and skill-sharing. You can also try knitting or our alternative fiber art craft. All materials provided, while supplies last. For grades 4-12. The Natelli Community room is located on the ground floor of the library in Room 100.

This 60-minute dynamic gentle yoga class invites you to breathe more deeply, discover new strength and flexibility while honoring your limits, strengthen your concentration/focus, and relax your nervous system. Taught in a non-competitive environment by a certified instructor, each class includes warm-ups, postures, breathing, and a final relaxation. Options are offered to stay safely within your pain-free range of motion. All abilities and flexibility levels are welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat and any other props that you would like to use to each class.

Join us for a celebration of The Odyssey! We'll be watching and Singing-Along with EPIC:The Musical while making Greek God and Theatre themed masks. All materials provided, while supplies last. For teen in grades 6-12. The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302

Join Dr. Jessica from GTC Rock Shop for an interact lecture and get to experience with replicas, models, and real fossils up-close that you can touch and see! This is an adaptive program designed for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.

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.

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.

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.

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 us for a calming, beginner-friendly yoga class designed to help you unwind, stretch, and move with ease. This all-levels session is perfect for anyone looking to build flexibility, reduce stress, and explore mindful movement in a welcoming environment. With over ten years' experience, Hannah Cherry offers supportive guidance for every body. All are welcome— no prior yoga experience needed. Please wear comfortable clothes. There are a limited amount of yoga mats available, but patrons are welcome to bring their own. 

Join us for a calming, beginner-friendly yoga class designed to help you unwind, stretch, and move with ease. This all-levels session is perfect for anyone looking to build flexibility, reduce stress, and explore mindful movement in a welcoming environment. With over ten years' experience, Hannah Cherry offers supportive guidance for every body. All are welcome— no prior yoga experience needed. Please wear comfortable clothes. There are a limited amount of yoga mats available, but patrons are welcome to bring their own. 

Join us for a calming, beginner-friendly yoga class designed to help you unwind, stretch, and move with ease. This all-levels session is perfect for anyone looking to build flexibility, reduce stress, and explore mindful movement in a welcoming environment. With over ten years' experience, Hannah Cherry offers supportive guidance for every body. All are welcome— no prior yoga experience needed. Please wear comfortable clothes. There are a limited amount of yoga mats available, but patrons are welcome to bring their own. 

Join us for a calming, beginner-friendly yoga class designed to help you unwind, stretch, and move with ease. This all-levels session is perfect for anyone looking to build flexibility, reduce stress, and explore mindful movement in a welcoming environment. With over ten years' experience, Hannah Cherry offers supportive guidance for every body. All are welcome— no prior yoga experience needed. Please wear comfortable clothes. There are a limited amount of yoga mats available, but patrons are welcome to bring their own. 

Join us for a calming, beginner-friendly yoga class designed to help you unwind, stretch, and move with ease. This all-levels session is perfect for anyone looking to build flexibility, reduce stress, and explore mindful movement in a welcoming environment. With over ten years' experience, Hannah Cherry offers supportive guidance for every body. All are welcome— no prior yoga experience needed. Please wear comfortable clothes. There are a limited amount of yoga mats available, but patrons are welcome to bring their own. 

Join us for a calming, beginner-friendly yoga class designed to help you unwind, stretch, and move with ease. This all-levels session is perfect for anyone looking to build flexibility, reduce stress, and explore mindful movement in a welcoming environment. With over ten years' experience, Hannah Cherry offers supportive guidance for every body. All are welcome— no prior yoga experience needed. Please wear comfortable clothes. There are a limited amount of yoga mats available, but patrons are welcome to bring their own. 

This 60-minute dynamic gentle yoga class invites you to breathe more deeply, discover new strength and flexibility while honoring your limits, strengthen your concentration/focus, and relax your nervous system. Taught in a non-competitive environment by a certified instructor, each class includes warm-ups, postures, breathing, and a final relaxation. Options are offered to stay safely within your pain-free range of motion. All abilities and flexibility levels are welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat and any other props that you would like to use to each class. Sponsored by the Friends of the Middletown Library

This 60-minute dynamic gentle yoga class invites you to breathe more deeply, discover new strength and flexibility while honoring your limits, strengthen your concentration/focus, and relax your nervous system. Taught in a non-competitive environment by a certified instructor, each class includes warm-ups, postures, breathing, and a final relaxation. Options are offered to stay safely within your pain-free range of motion. All abilities and flexibility levels are welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat and any other props that you would like to use to each class. Sponsored by the Friends of the Middletown Library

Celebrate the season with a visit from our favorite furry friends from Go Team Therapy Dogs! This program is designed for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.

Dive into the world of Table-Top Role Playing Games! Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a new recruit, you've got a spot at our table. Pull up a chair as we fight monsters on bikes or perform a daring heist while being a hungry bear. All materials provided, while supplies last. For teens in grades 6-12. The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302.

Dive into the world of Table-Top Role Playing Games! Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a new recruit, you've got a spot at our table. Pull up a chair as we fight monsters on bikes or perform a daring heist while being a hungry bear. All materials provided, while supplies last. For teens in grades 6-12. The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302

Dive into the world of Table-Top Role Playing Games! Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a new recruit, you've got a spot at our table. Pull up a chair as we fight monsters on bikes or perform a daring heist while being a hungry bear. All materials provided, while supplies last. For teens in grades 6-12. The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302.

Welcome to Hood Health Hubs!  Hood College Nursing will be on-site to discuss health matters including risks and prevention of chronic diseases. No appointment required – just drop in! This partnership between The Department of Nursing in the Hood College School of Behavioral and Health Sciences and the Frederick County Health Department is funded by the Maryland Higher Education Commission's Nurse Support Program II.

Welcome to Hood Health Hubs!  Hood College Nursing will be on-site to discuss health matters including risks and prevention of chronic diseases. No appointment required – just drop in! This partnership between The Department of Nursing in the Hood College School of Behavioral and Health Sciences and the Frederick County Health Department is funded by the Maryland Higher Education Commission's Nurse Support Program II.

Welcome to Hood Health Hubs!  Hood College Nursing will be on-site to discuss health matters including risks and prevention of chronic diseases. No appointment required – just drop in! This partnership between The Department of Nursing in the Hood College School of Behavioral and Health Sciences and the Frederick County Health Department is funded by the Maryland Higher Education Commission's Nurse Support Program II.

Welcome to Hood Health Hubs!  Hood College Nursing will be on-site to discuss health matters including risks and prevention of chronic diseases. No appointment required – just drop in! This partnership between The Department of Nursing in the Hood College School of Behavioral and Health Sciences and the Frederick County Health Department is funded by the Maryland Higher Education Commission's Nurse Support Program II.

Welcome to Hood Health Hubs!  Hood College Nursing will be on-site to discuss health matters including risks and prevention of chronic diseases. No appointment required – just drop in! This partnership between The Department of Nursing in the Hood College School of Behavioral and Health Sciences and the Frederick County Health Department is funded by the Maryland Higher Education Commission's Nurse Support Program II.

Welcome to Hood Health Hubs!  Hood College Nursing will be on-site to discuss health matters including risks and prevention of chronic diseases. No appointment required – just drop in! This partnership between The Department of Nursing in the Hood College School of Behavioral and Health Sciences and the Frederick County Health Department is funded by the Maryland Higher Education Commission's Nurse Support Program II.

Welcome to Hood Health Hubs!  Hood College Nursing will be on-site to discuss health matters including risks and prevention of chronic diseases. No appointment required – just drop in! This partnership between The Department of Nursing in the Hood College School of Behavioral and Health Sciences and the Frederick County Health Department is funded by the Maryland Higher Education Commission's Nurse Support Program II.

Welcome to Hood Health Hubs!  Hood College Nursing will be on-site to discuss health matters including risks and prevention of chronic diseases. No appointment required – just drop in! This partnership between The Department of Nursing in the Hood College School of Behavioral and Health Sciences and the Frederick County Health Department is funded by the Maryland Higher Education Commission's Nurse Support Program II.

Welcome to Hood Health Hubs!  Hood College Nursing will be on-site to discuss health matters including risks and prevention of chronic diseases. No appointment required – just drop in! This partnership between The Department of Nursing in the Hood College School of Behavioral and Health Sciences and the Frederick County Health Department is funded by the Maryland Higher Education Commission's Nurse Support Program II.

Welcome to Hood Health Hubs!  Hood College Nursing will be on-site to discuss health matters including risks and prevention of chronic diseases. No appointment required – just drop in! This partnership between The Department of Nursing in the Hood College School of Behavioral and Health Sciences and the Frederick County Health Department is funded by the Maryland Higher Education Commission's Nurse Support Program II.

Learn how Cosplay can be accessible and affordable to all! Lee Demer is a lifelong artist who started cosplaying in 2020. They enjoy using different craft methods for costuming and props, and look for a balance of accuracy and uniqueness in each build.  This presentation will introduce cosplay basics including sewing, making props, developing useful skillsets, and proper safety. Lee will detail their own process and experience, while you discover resources for beginners to explore and develop these skills in practice. Lee will also demonstrate using different tools, materials, and completed peices including but not limited to: fabrics, jewelry pliers, a respirator, craft foam, clothing pieces, and handmade props. All materials provided, while supplies last. For Teen and Adults. The Natelli Community room is located on the ground floor of the library in Room 100.

Join us for a fun-filled evening of junk journaling! Junk journaling is a creative form of journaling done using everyday materials—especially items that might otherwise be thrown away. You can use receipts, magazine clippings, packaging, books pages, stickers, scraps of lace, ribbon, or fabric, whatever materials are available to you. Basic materials (small journals, glue, paper, etc.) will be provided for anyone new to the hobby, but experienced junk journal-ers can feel free to bring your own supplies!

New to Anime and Manga? Longtime fan? Either way join us to celebrate it while talking all things art, story, cosplay, and culture! This month’s featured craft is Polco Deco! All materials provided, while supplies last. For grades 6-12. The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302.

New to Anime and Manga? Longtime fan? Either way join us to celebrate it while talking all things art, story, cosplay, and culture! This month’s featured craft is Paper Airplanes! All materials provided, while supplies last. For grades 6-12. The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302.

New to Anime and Manga? Longtime fan? Either way join us to celebrate it while talking all things art, story, cosplay, and culture! This month’s featured craft is Perler Beads! All materials provided, while supplies last. For grades 6-12. The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302.

Join us at the Memory Cafe, a friendly and welcoming space for people with early-stage memory loss and their loved ones. Enjoy meaningful social interaction, community support, and a complimentary lunch. Registration is required at least two days in advance. To register, call 301-600-6022 or email CaregiverSupport@FrederickCountyMD.gov.  

Join the Department of Aging & Independence and Alzheimer's Association for Memory Cafe, a friendly and welcoming space for people with early-stage memory loss and their loved ones. Enjoy meaningful social interaction, community support, and a complimentary lunch. Registration is required at least two days in advance. To register, call 301-600-6022 or email CaregiverSupport@FrederickCountyMD.gov.  

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Next Steps is a drop-in reengagement and support program for youth and young adults ages 14–24 who may be feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps in education, career, or life planning. Hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program offers a welcoming, low-barrier, and low-pressure environment where participants can ask questions, receive individualized support, and explore pathways forward. Participants can receive assistance with schoolwork, goal-setting, and future planning, whether that includes reengaging in school, preparing for graduation or a GED, exploring career interests, building job readiness skills, or connecting to employment, training, or mentoring opportunities. The program emphasizes relationship-building, confidence development, and removing barriers, while helping young people take practical, achievable steps toward education and career success. Next Steps is led by the City of Frederick’s Reengagement Program Manager and serves as an early phase of the City’s broader youth reengagement efforts, supporting opportunity youth while laying the groundwork for the City’s planned youth center opening in 2028.

Join our gnome-mazing No-Sew Gnome club! Learn to make your own gnome or build on the skills you learned from the previous workshop. No sewing skills needed. Participants can drop in anytime during the DIY program as convenient. Gnomes take about 45 minutes to make. Ideal for ages 9-18, one gnome per person, while supplies last. Feel free to BYOS (Bring Your Own Socks), for a fun way to recycle favorite single socks that have lost their mates.

Take the time to create art! Learn about clay modeling and make your own mini figures! Or bring a work in progress or start a new project with all supplies provided by the library. No experience necessary! For teens and tweens in grades 4-12. Activities while supplies last. The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302.

Take the time to create art! Work together to create a sprawling Doodle Board that reflects your community's creativity and uniqueness! Or bring a work in progress or start a new project with all supplies provided by the library. No experience necessary! For teens and tweens in grades 4-12. Activities while supplies last.  The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302

Take the time to create art! Make a pet rock, a work of art, or contribute to a landscape that reflects your community's creativity and uniqueness! Or bring a work in progress or start a new project with all supplies provided by the library. No experience necessary! For teens and tweens in grades 4-12. Activities while supplies last.  The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302.

Teens: relax and relieve stress by spending time petting an adorable dog friend! For grades 6-12. Stay for as long as you need. Here at the library doing homework? Take a quick 5-minute brain break with a cuddly pooch. Or spend the entire hour soaking up the snuggles. However long you attend the program, therapy dogs can help reduce stress and promote relaxation. Therapy dogs are provided by the Wags for Hope volunteers, whose pets bring comfort and joy to the lives of others.  The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302.

Teens: relax and relieve stress by spending time petting an adorable dog friend! For grades 6-12. Stay for as long as you need. Here at the library doing homework? Take a quick 5-minute brain break with a cuddly pooch. Or spend the entire hour soaking up the snuggles. However long you attend the program, therapy dogs can help reduce stress and promote relaxation. Therapy dogs are provided by the Wags for Hope volunteers, whose pets bring comfort and joy to the lives of others.  The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302.

Teens: relax and relieve stress by spending time petting an adorable dog friend! For grades 6-12. Stay for as long as you need. Here at the library doing homework? Take a quick 5-minute brain break with a cuddly pooch. Or spend the entire hour soaking up the snuggles. However long you attend the program, therapy dogs can help reduce stress and promote relaxation. Therapy dogs are provided by the Wags for Hope volunteers, whose pets bring comfort and joy to the lives of others.  The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302.

Keep active with this fun Chair fitness routine with the return of Deirdre at Chair One Fitness. This program is for any adult interested!   

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. The Natelli Community Room is located on the ground floor in Room 100.

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. The Programming Room is located on the first floor in Room 201.

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. The Natelli Community Room is located on the ground floor in Room 100.

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. The Natelli Community Room is located on the ground floor in Room 100.

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. The Natelli Community Room is located on the ground floor in Room 100.

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. The Programming Room is located on the first floor in Room 201.

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.  

Join us for this free class offered by Sol Yoga.  Be sure to wear comfortable clothing.

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.  

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.  

Join us for this free class offered by Sol Yoga.  Be sure to wear comfortable clothing.

Join us for this free class offered by Sol Yoga.  Be sure to wear comfortable clothing.

Learn about and experience sound bath healing. Presented by a certified Sound Healing Practitioner, participants will listen and relax to the sounds of 7 crystal singing bowls.

Join R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center for Injury Prevention & Policy for this life-saving training. They will present life-saving bleeding control training through STOP THE BLEED.  In this course you’ll learn three quick techniques to help save a life before someone bleeds out.  (1) How to use your hands to apply pressure to a wound (2) How to pack a wound to control bleeding (3) How to correctly apply a tourniquet. FREE Personal Stop the Bleed kits will be provided at the end of class for all attendees ($45 value).

In this course you’ll learn three quick techniques to help save a life before someone bleeds out: 1) How to use your hands to apply pressure to a wound2) How to pack a wound to control bleeding3) How to correctly apply a tourniquet These three techniques will empower you to assist in an emergency and potentially save a life. **At the end of the class, all attendees who are 18 and older will receive Free Personal Stop the Bleed kits ($45 value)** 

Celebrate National Hot Tea Month with Paulella Burchill, author and tea sommelier. We will indulge in several teas while learning various techniques for making different kinds of delicious tea beverages.

Tweens and teens, grades 6 through 12, meet to collaborate with each other and teen librarians on upcoming library events and to plan teen-led projects.  Teen Library Council (TLC) is an opportunity for teens to make an impact within the library and the wider community. Attendees will earn one SSL hour.

Tweens and teens, grades 6 through 12, meet to collaborate with each other and teen librarians on upcoming library events and to plan teen-led projects.  Teen Library Council (TLC) is an opportunity for teens to make an impact within the library and the wider community. Attendees will earn one SSL hour. The Small Conference Room is located on the second floor of the library in room 302.

Tweens and teens, grades 6 through 12, meet to collaborate with each other and teen librarians on upcoming library events and to plan teen-led projects.  Teen Library Council (TLC) is an opportunity for teens to make an impact within the library and the wider community. Attendees will earn one SSL hour. The Small Conference Room is located on the second floor of the library in room 302.

Join us for The Persuasion Lab presented by local expert Juliet Giorgadze.  This interactive workshop focuses on developing public-speaking confidence, critical thinking, persuasive communication, and the ability to construct and defend arguments through practical exercises and a moderated debate Tweens and teens, grades 6 through 12, meet to collaborate with each other and teen librarians on upcoming library events and to plan teen-led projects.  Teen Library Council (TLC) is an opportunity for teens to make an impact within the library and the wider community. Attendees will earn one SSL hour. The Small Conference Room is located on the second floor of the library in room 302.

Gear up for the Super Bowl! Join us to make your own football keychains by weaving together beads and string! While supplies last. For ages 10-13  The Small Conference Room is located on the second floor of the library in room 302. 

Do you have a favorite word? Join us for some winter fun as we use recycled scrabble pieces to create ornaments and decorations from words! While supplies last, ages 10-13  The Small Conference Room is located on the second floor of the library in room 302.   

Have you ever wanted to be a spy and decode hidden messages? Learn about cryptography, the art (and math!) of creating codes, ciphers, and secret messages! Ages 10-13  The Small Conference Room is located on the second floor of the library in room 302.   

Have you ever noticed the textures on the sidewalk? The walls? A coin, key, or seashell? Join us to learn how to preserve those textures by creating your own stamps. Fill a notebook with these unique patterns pulled from every day items. While supplies last. For ages 10-13 The Small Conference Room is located on the top floor of the library in room 302.

UNPLUGGED is a midweek mindfulness program for teens aged 12-18. It features low lighting, soft noise, and sensory tools. Each program features a different mindful activity to promote mental wellbeing.

UNPLUGGED is a midweek mindfulness program for teens and tweens. It features low lighting, soft noise, and sensory tools. Each program features a different mindful activity to promote mental wellbeing. Today's activity is Cocoa & Candlemaking.

UNPLUGGED is a midweek mindfulness program for teens and tweens. It features low lighting, soft noise, and sensory tools. Each program features a different mindful activity to promote mental wellbeing. 

UNPLUGGED is a midweek mindfulness program for teens and tweens. It features low lighting, soft noise, and sensory tools. Each program features a different mindful activity to promote mental wellbeing. 

UNPLUGGED is a midweek mindfulness program for teens and tweens. It features low lighting, soft noise, and sensory tools. Each program features a different mindful activity to promote mental wellbeing.