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Paint a Friendship Rock

5:30pm–7:00pm
Everyone, Kids, Teens
Accident Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone, Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Town Park West* to celebrate friendship and art! Shannon Tomac, resident art instructor, will be leading us in painting rocks to give away, place around the park, or to drop on July 3rd, International Drop a Rock Day.

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Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Friendsville Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever had your face painted? Did you know you can turn an ordinary cookie into an adorable sloth? What can you sculpt out of colorful clay? Join us at the Friendsville Library for an afternoon of artistic creativity and fun! 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Make Art Together!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids, Teens
Grantsville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grantsville Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let creativity shine at our kids art stations day! Children are invited to explore a variety of hands-on art activities at their own pace.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

String Art

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Room: Main Library Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing afternoon creating String Art! All materials will be provided.

*Registration required. Contact Andrew Miller at andrew@relib.net or come in to the Main Library-Oakland to register.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coloring Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Room: Main Library Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Come to the Library to enjoy a stress free evening of coloring! All materials will be provided.

*Registration required. Contact Andrew Miller at andrew@relib.net or come in to the Main Library- Oakland to register.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Fairy Frog Garden Class

3:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Teens
Friendsville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Friendsville Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us this summer for an engaging class that will ignite creativity and foster a love for nature as youth participants design their very own mini fairy frog garden.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Red, White, and Blue: America's Flag Story

10:30am–11:30am
Kids, Teens
Kitzmiller Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kitzmiller Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for patriotic stories, songs, and a mosaic flag craft as we celebrate the Red, White, and Blue: America's Flag Story.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Decorative Flower Pot Painting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Kitzmiller Branch
Library Branch: Kitzmiller Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

For this DIY project you will be using acrylic paints to create a stunning flower pot using different painting techniques.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Nailed It! Bad Art Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Room: Main Library Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Come to the Library to recreate classic pieces of art in an intentionally bad way!

*Registration required. Contact Andrew Miller at andrew@relib.net or come in to the Main Library- Oakland to register.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Nature's Artistry

10:30am–11:30am
Kids, Teens
Oakland Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we explore art created using items found in nature. Participants will use solar print paper to create unique works of art, dig for fossils and more. A naturalist from Herrington Manor State Park will provide a nature exploration table.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Learn about pollinators!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids, Teens
Accident Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Environment, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join a ranger from Sang Run State Park for a fun and educational pollinator program! Learn all about Western Maryland's native pollinators, why they're important, and create your own pollinator-themed craft to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Painting & Popsicles!

3:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Teens
Friendsville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Friendsville Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Be an artist for a day as you create your own colorful work of abstract art! You'll also get a chance to paint the cutest little ceramic turtle to take home. We'll top off the fun with some cool colorful popsicles!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Paint Party!

10:30am–11:30am
Kids, Teens
Kitzmiller Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kitzmiller Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get creative at our fun-filled paint party! The library will provide canvases, paints, brushes, and other necessary tools to help you create your very own masterpiece.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Colorful Birds!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids, Teens
Grantsville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grantsville Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come enjoy an exciting afternoon with the FSU Children’s Literature Centre!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

The Art of Needle Felting…Create a Colorful Ladybug

11:00am–1:00pm
Teens, Adults
Friendsville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Friendsville Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

The rhythmic motion of the needle piercing the fibers, the gradual transformation of fluffy wool into shapes, – it’s almost meditative! Experience the incredible benefits of needle felting for alleviating stress and fostering a peaceful

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Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Art Chandelier

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Room: Main Library Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Stop by the Library to create a book Chandelier! All materials will be provided.

*Registration required. Contact Andrew Miller at andrew@relib.net or come in to the Main Library- Oakland to register.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids watercolor mixing

2:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Teens
Accident Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your kids to our watercolor color mixing class! Local resident and art instructor Amanda Haymans will show how use with fun techniques to create cool watercolor paintings. You can find her art at Unwind Art on Facebook. 

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Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Acting & Storytelling from Our Town Theatre

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Friendsville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Friendsville Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Music & the Arts, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program will take participants through the process that an actor uses to get ready for a show, including theatrical warm-ups and games. Then the audience will act out a beloved storybook tale with costumes, props and hats!!

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Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Acting & Storytelling from Our Town Theatre

10:30am–11:30am
Kids, Teens
Oakland Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program will take participates through the process that an actor uses to get ready for a show, including theatrical warm-ups and games. Then the audience will act out a beloved storybook tale with costumes, props and hats.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

DIY Sensory Bottles

10:30am–11:30am
Kids, Teens
Kitzmiller Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kitzmiller Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants will learn how to make sensory bottles with household ingredients while exploring different themes and colors for fun and calming sensory play. 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Puzzle Race

11:30am–1:30pm
Teens, Adults
Accident Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games, Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our first ever Puzzle Race! See which team can finish a 500 piece puzzle first in the time allotted. If you are an individual, we will pair you with others to form a team. Each team will have as equal amount of players as possible.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Introduction to Celtic Harp

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids, Teens
Grantsville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grantsville Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the sounds of the Celtic harp! Join us for a special interactive program where kids can learn about this beautiful instrument.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

DIY Macrame Plant Hanger

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Kitzmiller Branch
Library Branch: Kitzmiller Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Club
Event Details:

Macrame is a decorative knotting craft that anyone can do with just a little bit of practice. It's a great way to create beautiful pieces of art. For this DIY project you will be making a macrame plant hanger from simple knots and cotton cord.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

The Colorful World of Bugs

10:30am–11:30am
Kids, Teens
Oakland Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to the world of Entomology! Become an entomologist for a day and perhaps love and respect the world of insects and arachnids for a lifetime! View live insects close up as you learn interesting facts about each.

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Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.