Make & Create

Step into the stranger side of the holiday season. Explore the oddities, traditions, and wonderfully bizarre visual culture of a 19th-century Christmas, then create your own Victorian-inspired holiday card using vintage imagery, decorative papers, and a touch of festive weirdness. For teens and adults.

Pin, preserve, and display! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the historic science of insect preservation. Using ethically sourced specimens, you will discover basic insect anatomy and learn how to properly pose and pin a specimen to take home. Perfect for science lovers, crafters, and the naturally curious. Open to ages 13+ while supplies last. The Natelli Community Room is located on the ground floor in Room 100.

Come to the library to learn more about the mosaics, taking inspiration from greats like Alma Thomas and June C. For ages 6-10.

Come to the library to learn more about embossing as we create 3d reliefs that mimic stained metalwork. For ages 6-10.

We’ll explore the different methods of resist painting, taking inspiration from several artists including Paul Klee. For ages 6-10.

Get into the holiday spirit by creating a Bling Ornament.  You will design a beautiful ornament by adding rhinestones, gems and other embellishments to create a holiday masterpiece. Get ready to sparkle!

Come build with us! This program is made for builders of all skill levels to get creative, socialize, and problem-solve with LEGO bricks. We provide the bricks; you bring the imagination. Ages 5-12.

Join us for a fun, relaxing morning as we get into the holiday spirit! Design and create your own button snow friend picture to take home and add to your holiday home decor.    This is an adaptive program designed for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.  

Join special guests and early childhood experts to explore a variety of topics to support your caregiving journey. 

Join special guests and early childhood experts to explore a variety of topics to support your caregiving journey. 

Join special guests and early childhood experts to explore a variety of topics to support your caregiving journey. 

Join special guests and early childhood experts to explore a variety of topics to support your caregiving journey. 

Join special guests and early childhood experts to explore a variety of topics to support your caregiving journey. 

Join special guests and early childhood experts to explore a variety of topics to support your caregiving journey. 

Join special guests and early childhood experts to explore a variety of topics to support your caregiving journey. 

Join special guests and early childhood experts to explore a variety of topics to support your caregiving journey. 

Join special guests and early childhood experts to explore a variety of topics to support your caregiving journey. 

Join special guests and early childhood experts to explore a variety of topics to support your caregiving journey. 

Create aromatic cinnamon cutouts using spices, applesauce and glue.  This is a fun, hands on activity that smells amazing anytime of the year.

Create aromatic cinnamon cutouts using spices, applesauce and glue.  This is a fun, hands on activity that smells amazing anytime of the year.

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.

Stay warm in the Senior Center and turn a cork into a snowman.  Personalize your snowman with various decorations making each creation unique.

Sentences are the bedrock of our work as writers: the foundations upon which any story stands. Dive into the complexities of this smallest unit of story as we explore structure, grammar, flow, and more. We'll also tell stories in just a single sentence! 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.  

The gentle weight of the pencil is comforting as the lead glides across the paper, and your brow scrunches slightly as the words pour from you. The scratching of pencil on page becomes background noise as you watch the scene unfold in your mind's eye. We experience the world through our five senses, so it would only make sense that readers would experience books in the same way. Readers are shown the story, they experience it as if they were living it. Show, don't tell, your story in this group workshop.  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.

Many stories involve inanimate objects that should not be able to come to life, yet somehow there they are, conversing with the characters. This is more than basic personification. What happens when an object is given human qualities, when it is given life itself? All materials provided, while supplies last.  The Small Conference room is located on the 2nd floor of the library in Room 302.

Discover the art of foam-relief printmaking in this hands-on workshop presented by the Brunswick Arts Council. Participants will design and create their own landscape prints while learning how to transfer an image to a foam plate, carve a unique design, and produce multiple original prints to take home. No artistic experience is needed, just bring your creativity and enjoy exploring this fun and accessible art form. All supplies will be provided.

Make a gift for a someone special. Designed for the whole family. Children under 8 must attend with a caregiver.

Looking to explore your creativity while engaging with your peers? Drop into the CBA STEM Lab every Monday afternoon to try a variety of DIY projects. Ages Tween/Teen

Looking to explore your creativity while engaging with your peers? Drop into the CBA STEM Lab every Monday afternoon to try a variety of DIY projects. Ages Tween/Teen

Looking to explore your creativity while engaging with your peers? Drop into the CBA STEM Lab every Monday afternoon to try a variety of DIY projects. Ages Tween/Teen

Looking to explore your creativity while engaging with your peers? Drop into the CBA STEM Lab every Monday afternoon to try a variety of DIY projects. Ages Tween/Teen

Looking to explore your creativity while engaging with your peers? Drop into the CBA STEM Lab every Monday afternoon to try a variety of DIY projects. Ages Tween/Teen

Looking to explore your creativity while engaging with your peers? Drop into the CBA STEM Lab every Monday afternoon to try a variety of DIY projects. Ages Tween/Teen

Looking to explore your creativity while engaging with your peers? Drop into the CBA STEM Lab every Monday afternoon to try a variety of DIY projects. Ages Tween/Teen

Looking to explore your creativity while engaging with your peers? Drop into the CBA STEM Lab every Monday afternoon to try a variety of DIY projects. Ages Tween/Teen

Looking to explore your creativity while engaging with your peers? Drop into the CBA STEM Lab every Monday afternoon to try a variety of DIY projects. Ages Tween/Teen

Looking to explore your creativity while engaging with your peers? Drop into the CBA STEM Lab every Monday afternoon to try a variety of DIY projects. Ages Tween/Teen

Looking to explore your creativity while engaging with your peers? Drop into the CBA STEM Lab every Monday afternoon to try a variety of DIY projects. Ages Tween/Teen

Looking to explore your creativity while engaging with your peers? Drop into the CBA STEM Lab every Monday afternoon to try a variety of DIY projects. Ages Tween/Teen

Programs in the drop-in series are designed with leveled options so different ages can participate in the same program: preschool, elementary, tween, teen, and adult.  Participants are welcome to drop-in for a few minutes or the whole time.  Each session includes:  A craft, building challenge, DIY activity, or collaborative art  Games or puzzles  A toy and free play area 

Programs in the drop-in series are designed with leveled options so different ages can participate in the same program: preschool, elementary, tween, teen, and adult.  Participants are welcome to drop-in for a few minutes or the whole time.  Each session includes:  A craft, building challenge, DIY activity, or collaborative art  Games or puzzles  A toy and free play area 

Programs in the drop-in series are designed with leveled options so different ages can participate in the same program: preschool, elementary, tween, teen, and adult.  Participants are welcome to drop-in for a few minutes or the whole time.  Each session includes:  A craft, building challenge, DIY activity, or collaborative art  Games or puzzles  A toy and free play area 

Explore a variety of experiences related to science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.  This program is designed for children in grades K-5.

Explore a variety of experiences related to science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.  This program is designed for children in grades K-5.

Explore a variety of experiences related to science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.  This program is designed for children in grades K-5.

Explore a variety of experiences related to science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.  This program is designed for children in grades K-5.

Explore a variety of experiences related to science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.  This program is designed for children in grades K-5.

Explore a variety of experiences related to science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.  This program is designed for children in grades K-5.

Discover the fun side of technology! Children will explore cool gadgets, build simple creations, and try hands-on activities that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and curiosity. Join us for an exciting adventure of tinkering, learning, and fun.

Warm-up your voice and tune your instrument, as you experience a night of music at your library! Stretch your improvisation skills, create musical instruments from homemade materials, learn about famous musicians and their instruments, and more! Whether you're a music novice or experienced, there's something for everyone to explore! This program is designed for children in grades K-5.

Are you a writer? Bring a piece to share or create something new. Writing tips, activities, and a supportive environment to grow as a writer! Each session will have a different focus:  September - Non-fiction Writing October - Setting November - Opinion and Memoir

Are you a writer? Bring a piece to share or create something new. Writing tips, activities, and a supportive environment to grow as a writer! Each session will have a different focus.

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 us for an engaging afternoon with hands-on projects and lots of family fun!  Participants will also have the opportunity to learn about the Children of Incarcerated Parents Partnership (COIPP), an organization that provides support, resources, and services to children impacted by the incarceration of a loved one, along with their caregivers and formerly/currently incarcerated family members in the Frederick region.

Celebrate the holiday season by following in the footsteps of Clara and the Nutcracker! On your journey to the Land of Sweets, you'll create a nutcracker of your own, defeat the Mouse King and his army, dance ballet steps, and so much more! This program is designed for children aged 3-6 with a caregiver.

Is it really Thanksgiving without a turkey? But waddle we do when one wily turkey gets loose? You'll gobble up this extra fun program that includes a story and "build it" challenge to help catch a turkey that's running free in the library! Bring your creativity, imagination, and favorite side dish (just kidding) this Thanksgiving Eve! 

Join us for an introduction to dance with Dance Unlimited.

Have you ever wondered how far a kangaroo can jump in a single bound? Or how big an elephant's ear is? Stop by and see the real-life sizes of different creatures, and try out hands-on activities to go along with them! 

Grab your yarn and embrace the cozy vibes! This two-part "Grandma Core" knitting workshop will help tweens and teens learn how to knit. We will start with a basic knit stich and work on creating a handmade hat while hanging out and relaxing. Workshop Details Session 1: Cast On & Cozy Up – Learn the basics, hold your needles, and start your very first stitches and then watch your project grow Session 2: Bind Off & Bloom – Finish your piece, weave in the loose ends, and show off your handmade creation. What to Expect Slow-craft aesthetic and cozy tunes Step-by-step beginner guidance All yarn and needles provided (while supplies last)

Grab your yarn and embrace the cozy vibes! This two-part "Grandma Core" knitting workshop will help tweens and teens learn how to knit. We will start with a basic knit stich and work on creating a handmade hat while hanging out and relaxing. Workshop Details Session 1: Cast On & Cozy Up – Learn the basics, hold your needles, and start your very first stitches and then watch your project grow Session 2: Bind Off & Bloom – Finish your piece, weave in the loose ends, and show off your handmade creation. What to Expect Slow-craft aesthetic and cozy tunes Step-by-step beginner guidance All yarn and needles provided (while supplies last)

Create personalized unique cards and decorations using calligraphy and hand lettering to keep or to gift. 

Want to learn how to use rubber stamps and make beautiful handmade greeting cards? Create 2 special greeting cards using rubber stamps, cardstock and embellishments. This program will be held at the Emmitsburg Senior Center.

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!

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!

Join us for a fun and creative art program designed especially for preschoolers and their caregivers! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, textures, and a variety of child-friendly art materials through hands-on projects and sensory experiences.  Please dress for mess! Some projects may involve paint, glue, or other washable art materials.

Join us for a fun and creative art program designed especially for preschoolers and their caregivers! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, textures, and a variety of child-friendly art materials through hands-on projects and sensory experiences.  Please dress for mess! Some projects may involve paint, glue, or other washable art materials.

Join us for a fun and creative art program designed especially for preschoolers and their caregivers! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, textures, and a variety of child-friendly art materials through hands-on projects and sensory experiences.  Please dress for mess! Some projects may involve paint, glue, or other washable art materials.

Join us for a fun and creative art program designed especially for preschoolers and their caregivers! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, textures, and a variety of child-friendly art materials through hands-on projects and sensory experiences.  Please dress for mess! Some projects may involve paint, glue, or other washable art materials.

Join us for a fun and creative art program designed especially for preschoolers and their caregivers! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, textures, and a variety of child-friendly art materials through hands-on projects and sensory experiences.  Please dress for mess! Some projects may involve paint, glue, or other washable art materials.

Join us for a fun and creative art program designed especially for preschoolers and their caregivers! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, textures, and a variety of child-friendly art materials through hands-on projects and sensory experiences.  Please dress for mess! Some projects may involve paint, glue, or other washable art materials.

Join us for a fun and creative art program designed especially for preschoolers and their caregivers! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, textures, and a variety of child-friendly art materials through hands-on projects and sensory experiences.  Please dress for mess! Some projects may involve paint, glue, or other washable art materials.

Join us for a fun and creative art program designed especially for preschoolers and their caregivers! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, textures, and a variety of child-friendly art materials through hands-on projects and sensory experiences.  Please dress for mess! Some projects may involve paint, glue, or other washable art materials.

Join us for a fun and creative art program designed especially for preschoolers and their caregivers! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, textures, and a variety of child-friendly art materials through hands-on projects and sensory experiences.  Please dress for mess! Some projects may involve paint, glue, or other washable art materials.

Join us for a fun and creative art program designed especially for preschoolers and their caregivers! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, textures, and a variety of child-friendly art materials through hands-on projects and sensory experiences.  Please dress for mess! Some projects may involve paint, glue, or other washable art materials.

Join us for a fun and creative art program designed especially for preschoolers and their caregivers! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, textures, and a variety of child-friendly art materials through hands-on projects and sensory experiences.  Please dress for mess! Some projects may involve paint, glue, or other washable art materials.

Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop and create a beautiful decorative wreath to take home using fresh, live greenery. Master Gardeners will guide you through the process, sharing expert tips and personalized instruction every step of the way. No experience is needed, and all supplies, including greenery donated by Mayne's Farm, will be provided. Bring your creativity and enjoy a festive crafting experience as part of Brunswick Hometown Holidays!

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.

Get ready to catch 'em all--by making them yourself! In this awesome, step-by-step workshop, we'll be designing and drawing our very own manga-style monster trading cards. We will learn how to create cool custom monsters, give them unique stats and attacks, and then we'll actually put them to the test and battle each other at the end of the class! Presented by artist Orion Zangara. 

Calling all young writer's ages 12-17! We're inviting Teens to practice the craft of writing, share their work, and enjoy the wonderful world of writing. Stop by for activities and discussion with other teen writers.

Calling all young writer's ages 12-17! We're inviting Teens to practice the craft of writing, share their work, and enjoy the wonderful world of writing. Stop by for activities and discussion with other teen writers.

Calling all young writer's ages 12-17! We're inviting Teens to practice the craft of writing, share their work, and enjoy the wonderful world of writing. Stop by for activities and discussion with other teen writers.

Elementary school readers, come find your next favorite book! Listen to the first few chapters of an exciting chapter book read-aloud—a book tasting, if you will. After the read-aloud, we will do a book-related activity. This program encourages literacy in older elementary readers by bringing the excitement of a read-aloud back into their lives! 

Elementary school readers, come find your next favorite book! Listen to the first few chapters of an exciting chapter book read-aloud—a book tasting, if you will. After the read-aloud, we will do a book-related activity. This program encourages literacy in older elementary readers by bringing the excitement of a read-aloud back into their lives! 

Elementary school readers, come find your next favorite book! Listen to the first few chapters of an exciting chapter book read-aloud—a book tasting, if you will. After the read-aloud, we will do a book-related activity. This program encourages literacy in older elementary readers by bringing the excitement of a read-aloud back into their lives! 

Elementary school readers, come find your next favorite book! Listen to the first few chapters of an exciting chapter book read-aloud—a book tasting, if you will. After the read-aloud, we will do a book-related activity. This program encourages literacy in older elementary readers by bringing the excitement of a read-aloud back into their lives! 

Elementary school readers, come find your next favorite book! Listen to the first few chapters of an exciting chapter book read-aloud—a book tasting, if you will. After the read-aloud, we will do a book-related activity. This program encourages literacy in older elementary readers by bringing the excitement of a read-aloud back into their lives! 

Explore the book art of local artist June Seckler on exhibit, then create your own simple ornament from recycled book pages. Museums by Candlelight is a free, self-guided holiday event held each December at more than 20 historic sites and museums across Frederick County, Maryland. Hosted by the Frederick Historic Sites Consortium, this local tradition has welcomed visitors for more than 30 years. Visit as many sites as you like, in any order.

Think you can build the ultimate gingerbread masterpiece? Teams will receive a mystery theme and a pile of sweet building supplies, then race against the clock to create a gingerbread house that brings their surprise theme to life!

Get ready for New Year's Eve and celebrate the new year with fun activities. Intended for ages 2-5 with a caregiver.

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.

Use the traditional Japanese art of folding paper into two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes to create your very own fidget toy. 

Join Michelle from the Brunswick Arts Council for a guided, step-by-step painting session. Each participant will create their own artwork on an 8x10 canvas using acrylic paints. This program welcomes both beginners and experienced painters—no prior skills or supplies needed.

Want to learn how to propagate plants?  We will cover the practical aspects, from simple to more complicated setups, depending on the type of cutting. You will learn how to propagate root, stem, leaf, hardwood, and softwood cuttings and take home 4 - 6 cuttings. 

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Enjoy a variety of activities to help your child learn through play while interacting with other children and adults. Designed for ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Join us for an introduction to the art of pottery!  Participants will glaze their stamped Slab Plaques using glazes in a limited color palette. All materials provided, while supplies last. The Natelli Community room is located on the ground floor of the library in Room 100.

Step inside the pages of some of the world's best stories! In this hands-on program, we will read an award-winning picture book together and use it as inspiration for fun STEAM activities. For ages 6-10. November Book: Go Forth and Tell: The Life of Augusta Baker, Librarian and Master Storyteller by Breanna J. McDaniel

Step inside the pages of some of the world's best stories! In this hands-on program, we will read an award-winning picture book together and use it as inspiration for fun STEAM activities. For ages 6-10.   Book for January is Erno Rubik and his Magic Cube by Kerry Aradhya

A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

A weekly program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with us! Join in discussions about the hottest romance novels with local booksellers from Periwinkle & Prose. Check out our blind date with a book collection to fall in love with your next read. Get creative with DIY lip care products, valentines, and other seasonal crafts. Stop by our Photo Booth to make lovely, long-lasting memories. Whether you’re celebrating this Valentine’s Day solo, with friends, or with a partner, we will have plenty of festivities to enjoy during this season of love! Booksellers from Periwinkle & Prose will be on-site selling romance novels and other items for book lovers!    

A shrink plastic (Shrinky Dinks) that lets participants draw, color, and bake custom designs that shrink into durable keychains, charms, and jewelry.  Design and color your plastic and then watch as they transform into miniature works of art.   

A song circle is a gathering of folks to make music together, to sing, play, and share songs. Bring your own acoustic instrument. You can also just sing or listen.

A song circle is a gathering of folks to make music together, to sing, play, and share songs. Bring your own acoustic instrument. You can also just sing or listen.

A song circle is a gathering of folks to make music together, to sing, play, and share songs. Bring your own acoustic instrument. You can also just sing or listen.

Did you know that fruit has DNA just like people? Come be a scientist for the afternoon and discover how to extract DNA from strawberries.  It will be an engaging, hands-on science workshop designed to explore the basics of genetics.  By utilizing everyday household items, participants learn how to break down cell walls and isolate real, visible strands of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) from a strawberry.

Do you need to earn Community Service Hours? Want to help us out at the Emmitsburg Branch Library? We will be creating greeting cards and ornaments for a local nursing home.

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.

Looking for a natural, hydrating soap recipe that won't parch dry skin even further? Learn how to make glycerin soap at the library. For ages 12-18.

Join us as Middletown's Teen Leadership Council meets. 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.  Share your voice and receive volunteer hours when attending a teen leadership meeting.

Join us as Middletown's Teen Leadership Council meets. 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.  Share your voice and receive volunteer hours when attending a teen leadership meeting.

Join us as Middletown's Teen Leadership Council meets. 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.  Share your voice and receive volunteer hours when attending a teen leadership meeting.

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.

Explore your creativity in a free and open space. Imagine it and create it.  Optional activity: Make your own gift bag from wrapping paper.  All supplies provided.

Join your friends to paint along to a step-by-step video and create a winter themed painting! Ages 13-18.

Join us for a creative Candle Painting event! Instead of using paint, participants will color and decorate candles using colored wax to create beautiful patterns and designs right on the candle's surface. This unique technique produces a soft, textured look that's perfect for gifting and brightening up your decor. Join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month for a series of DIY projects. Materials will be provided, just bring your creative energy and some inspiration.

Keep your hands cozy this winter with a craft you can use over and over again! Join us to design and create your own custom, microwaveable hand warmer. Join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month for a series of DIY projects. Materials will be provided, just bring your creative energy and some inspiration.

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. 

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!

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!

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!

Create aromatic cinnamon ornaments using spices, applesauce, glue and cookie cutters.  This is a fun, hands on activity that smells amazing anytime of the year.

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

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

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

Join us for a holiday crafting session where you can learn how to turn colorful pony beads or perler (fuse) beads into an awesome keychain or backpack clip.  We'll teach you the easy step-by-step process to tie it all together.

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.   

Join us for this fun and educational experience that brings a bit of nature indoors! Learn how to build a self-sustaining ecosystem with live plants and decorations. You'll discover the history of terrariums, the best plants to use and how to care for your mini arboretum. Each participant will design and build a beautiful miniature terrarium to take home.

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.

Join us for a hands-on craft workshop where tweens will design, create and decorate a picture frame for Valentine's Day.

We'll give discarded books a second life by creating something new from the pages! Join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month for a series of DIY projects. Materials will be provided, just bring your creative energy and some inspiration.

Join us for a series of DIY projects. Materials will be provided, just bring your creative energy and some inspiration.

Plushidermy: aka plushie taxidermy, where we'll take old stuffies and make them into art you can display. Join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month for a series of DIY projects. Materials will be provided, just bring your creative energy and some inspiration.

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. 

Celebrate the holiday season at the library! Browse vendors at the holiday market, create a craft, enjoy a scavenger hunt, meet St. Nick (at 11:30AM), and have storytime with Mrs. Claus (at 12:30PM)! This event is coordinated in partnership with the Friends of the Walkersville Library.

Celebrate the season through creativity! Young artists will enjoy fun, hands-on winter-themed art projects inspired by snowflakes, snowy scenes, winter animals, and more. Join us for a chilly adventure filled with imagination, creativity, and fun!