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Creative Writer's Group

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grantsville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone

Create your own world.  Join the Creative Writers Group presented by the Grantsville Library every second Monday of the month from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. 

All are welcome. 

Library Branch: Grantsville Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Create your own world.  Join the Creative Writers Group presented by the Grantsville Library every second Monday of the month from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. 

All are welcome. 

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.
Logo of the Maryland Department of Human Services

Garrett County Department of Social Services Assistance Program

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friendsville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone

Occurring on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Friendsville branch, representatives from the Garrett County Department of Social Services will be in the library to serve the community through their assistance outreach program. 

Library Branch: Friendsville Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Occurring on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Friendsville branch, representatives from the Garrett County Department of Social Services will be in the library to serve the community through their assistance outreach program. 

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.
Flyer with photos of vegetables and details about MD Food Bank's Mobile Market event.

Maryland Food Bank's Mobile Market

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Offsite Friendsville at Friendsville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone

Maryland Food Bank's Mobile Market is visiting Friendsville!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Friendsville Branch
Room: Offsite Friendsville
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Maryland Food Bank's Mobile Market is visiting Friendsville!

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.
santa, presents, mistletoe, an ad for Kitzmiller Library's Christmas Open House

Christmas Open House

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Kitzmiller Branch
Program Type:
Community, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us on Wednesday, December 10th, from 2:00-7:00 pm at the Kitzmiller Library for a Christmas Open House celebration! Bring the whole family to enjoy light refreshments, treats for the kids, and register for a door prize drawing!

Library Branch: Kitzmiller Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us on Wednesday, December 10th, from 2:00-7:00 pm at the Kitzmiller Library for a Christmas Open House celebration! Bring the whole family to enjoy light refreshments, treats for the kids, and register for a door prize drawing!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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.
presents, trees, accident holiday open house

Holiday Open House

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Accident Branch
Program Type:
Community, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Everyone

We invite you to join us for our annual Holiday Open House! There will be light refreshments and crafts for all ages. Help us celebrate the "most wonderful time of the year"!

Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Event Details:

We invite you to join us for our annual Holiday Open House! There will be light refreshments and crafts for all ages. Help us celebrate the "most wonderful time of the year"!

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.
characters from the nutcracker (nutcrackers, clara, the mouse king) as well as general christmas graphics surround information about the Friendsville Library's Holiday Open House

Holiday Open House

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Friendsville Branch
Program Type:
Community, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at the Friendsville Library for a Nutcracker-themed Holiday Open House celebration on Thursday, December 11th, from 1:30-5:00 pm!

Library Branch: Friendsville Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, DIY, Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us at the Friendsville Library for a Nutcracker-themed Holiday Open House celebration on Thursday, December 11th, from 1:30-5:00 pm!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library Community Room at Oakland Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults

The Board of Library Trustees meets once a month, on the second Thursday at 4:00.

Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Room: Main Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

The Board of Library Trustees meets once a month, on the second Thursday at 4:00.

Logo of the Maryland Department of Human Services

Garrett County Department of Social Services Assistance Program

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Accident Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone

Occurring on the 2nd Friday of the month at the Accident branch, representatives from the Garrett County Department of Social Services will be in the library to serve the community through their assistance outreach program. 

Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Occurring on the 2nd Friday of the month at the Accident branch, representatives from the Garrett County Department of Social Services will be in the library to serve the community through their assistance outreach program. 

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.
Holiday Outdoor Market cafe, graphic of hot cocoa, graphic of ice skate, pine trees, all on a flyer advertising the Grantsville Library's Holiday Open House

Holiday Open House

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Grantsville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone

Come celebrate the holiday season with us as we enjoy an afternoon of crafts, activities, refreshments, a holiday gift basket prize drawing, and a visit from Santa!  

Library Branch: Grantsville Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Come celebrate the holiday season with us as we enjoy an afternoon of crafts, activities, refreshments, a holiday gift basket prize drawing, and a visit from Santa!  

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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.
maps, compass, REL logo, Library Academy logo, Maps & Geography What You Need to Know flyer

Library Academy: Geography/Maps & Compasses

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library Community Room at Oakland Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning, Community
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Ever wondered how to read a map? Wish you knew a bit more about geography and the layout of the world? We've got you!

Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Room: Main Library Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Community
Event Details:

Ever wondered how to read a map? Wish you knew a bit more about geography and the layout of the world? We've got you!

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.
DHS

Garrett County Department of Social Services Assistance Program

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Grantsville Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone

Occurring on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Grantsville branch, representatives from the Garrett County Department of Social Services will be in the library to serve the community through their assistance outreach program. 

Library Branch: Grantsville Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Occurring on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Grantsville branch, representatives from the Garrett County Department of Social Services will be in the library to serve the community through their assistance outreach program. 

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.
REL, ACLS, ACPS, GCPS, BW logos; Battle of the Books

Battle of the Books Competition for Middle School Students: In-Person Info Session for Students & Parents

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Oakland Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Community, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us to learn about the Battle of the Books Competition for Middle School students. This event is open to all students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades - including homeschoolers.

Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Community, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us to learn about the Battle of the Books Competition for Middle School students. This event is open to all students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades - including homeschoolers.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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.
REL, ACLS, ACPS, GCPS, BW logos; Battle of the Books

Battle of the Books Competition for Middle School Students: In-Person Info Session for Students & Parents

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Accident Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Community, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us to learn about the Battle of the Books Competition for Middle School students. This event is open to all students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades - including homeschoolers.

Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Community, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us to learn about the Battle of the Books Competition for Middle School students. This event is open to all students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades - including homeschoolers.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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.
Logo of the Maryland Department of Human Services

Garrett County Department of Social Services Assistance Program

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Kitzmiller Branch
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Everyone

Occurring on the 3rd Thursday of the month at the Kitzmiller branch, representatives from the Garrett County Department of Social Services will be in the library to serve the community through their assistance outreach program. 

Library Branch: Kitzmiller Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Occurring on the 3rd Thursday of the month at the Kitzmiller branch, representatives from the Garrett County Department of Social Services will be in the library to serve the community through their assistance outreach program. 

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.
maps, compass, REL logo, Library Academy logo, Maps & Geography What You Need to Know flyer

Library Academy: Geography/Maps & Compasses

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grantsville Community Room at Grantsville Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning, Community
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the skills you need to survive as a 21st century adult in Garrett County!

Library Branch: Grantsville Branch
Room: Grantsville Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Community
Event Details:

Learn the skills you need to survive as a 21st century adult in Garrett County!

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.
silent book club

Silent Book Club of Oakland at the Green Room Lounge

Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Community
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us for a brand-new book club we're bringing you in partnership with the Green Room, Oakland. The Silent Book Club will occur on the third Sunday of every month at the Green Room, 1 - 3 pm.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors, Community
Event Details:

Join us for a brand-new book club we're bringing you in partnership with the Green Room, Oakland. The Silent Book Club will occur on the third Sunday of every month at the Green Room, 1 - 3 pm.

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.
Library Academy logo, Ruth Enlow logo, person typing on computer keyboard, Library Academy Keyboarding flyer

Library Academy: Keyboarding

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library Community Room at Oakland Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning, Community
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the skills you need to survive as a 21st century adult in Garrett County!

Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Room: Main Library Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Community
Event Details:

Learn the skills you need to survive as a 21st century adult in Garrett County!

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.
silent book club

Silent Book Club of Oakland at the Green Room Lounge

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Community
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us for a brand-new book club we're bringing you in partnership with the Green Room, Oakland. The Silent Book Club will occur on the third Sunday of every month at the Green Room, 1 - 3 pm.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors, Community
Event Details:

Join us for a brand-new book club we're bringing you in partnership with the Green Room, Oakland. The Silent Book Club will occur on the third Sunday of every month at the Green Room, 1 - 3 pm.

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.
Library Academy logo, Ruth Enlow logo, person typing on computer keyboard, Library Academy Keyboarding flyer

Library Academy: Keyboarding

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Accident Branch
Program Type:
Career & Lifelong Learning, Community
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the skills you need to survive as a 21st century adult in Garrett County!

Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Career & Lifelong Learning, Community
Event Details:

Learn the skills you need to survive as a 21st century adult in Garrett County!

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.
silent book club

Silent Book Club of Oakland at the Green Room Lounge

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Community
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us for a brand-new book club we're bringing you in partnership with the Green Room, Oakland. The Silent Book Club will occur on the third Sunday of every month at the Green Room, 1 - 3 pm.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors, Community
Event Details:

Join us for a brand-new book club we're bringing you in partnership with the Green Room, Oakland. The Silent Book Club will occur on the third Sunday of every month at the Green Room, 1 - 3 pm.

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.
silent book club

Silent Book Club of Oakland at the Green Room Lounge

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Community
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us for a brand-new book club we're bringing you in partnership with the Green Room, Oakland. The Silent Book Club will occur on the third Sunday of every month at the Green Room, 1 - 3 pm.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors, Community
Event Details:

Join us for a brand-new book club we're bringing you in partnership with the Green Room, Oakland. The Silent Book Club will occur on the third Sunday of every month at the Green Room, 1 - 3 pm.

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.