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Navigating Your Library Library Cards Cards are free to anyone who lives or works in Maryland. You may also be eligible if you live in a neighboring jurisdiction. Out-of-state residents may obtain a card for a one-time fee of $40. Proof of name and address required. Borrowing Items Patrons may check out up to 75 items per card, including DVDs. Most books, CDs, and audiobooks may be borrowed for three weeks (21 days). Express Books, most DVDs, magazines, Playaway Views, and video games check out for seven days. Express DVDs check out for three days. Materials may be returned to any branch and the Bookmobile. Book drops are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Materials can be sent between FCPL branches by regular delivery service. Most items can be renewed up to five times unless someone else has reserved them. Fines and Fees All items returned or Find us renewed after the due date are charged replacement cost plus processing fee for overdue fines of 25 cents per day, per each item. An unpaid fine/fee of $20 or @FredCoLibrary! item. Maximum fines apply based on more blocks a library card. Visit fcpl.org replacement cost. If items are lost or for a complete list of library policies. damaged, the account will be charged a

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Brunswick Branch Library C. Burr Artz Public Library Edward F. Fry Memorial Library Emmitsburg Branch Library 915 North Maple Avenue 110 East Patrick Street at Point of Rocks 300 South Seton Avenue Brunswick, MD 21716 Frederick, MD 21701 1635 Ballenger Creek Pike Emmitsburg, MD 21727 301-600-7250 301-600-1630 Point of Rocks, MD 21777 301-600-6329 Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. 301-874-4560 Monday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday & Sunday: Closed Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday & Wednesday: 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday & Saturday: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Friday & Sunday: Closed Thursday, Friday & Sunday: Closed Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. discover space

From June 2 to August 25, Discover Space: of Teamwork, Leadership and High Stakes A Cosmic Journey is coming to Frederick Innovation. County Public Libraries. This national Steltzner has a PhD in engineering traveling exhibit explores the fascinating physics, is an award-winning rocket world of space, and Frederick County is scientist, and is recognized as one of one of only eight locations in the country NASA's most brilliant engineers. For 10 to host it. years, he led a team of engineers of the Mark your calendars for the kickoff event revolutionary "sky crane" landing system on June 2, 6 p.m. at the C. Burr Artz Public that successful placed the Mars rover, Library and get ready to see the stars. Curiosity, on the Martian surface in 2012. Our featured speaker will be Dr. Adam Visit fcpl.org/discoverspace to learn more. Steltzner, team leader and chief engineer, This program is appropriate for all ages. NASA Mars Rover Curiosity and author See page 23 of Bookmarks for a full list of of The Right Kind of Crazy: A True Story Discover Space programs.

Discover Space: A Cosmic Journey, a traveling exhibition for libraries, is part of the STAR Library Education Network (STAR_Net) led by the National Center for Interactive Learning at the Space Science Institute. Exhibit partners include the American Library Association, the Lunar and Planetary Institute, and Afterschool Alliance. Discover Space is supported through a grant from the National Science Foundation.

Middletown Branch Library Thurmont Regional Library Urbana Regional Library Walkersville Branch Library 101 Prospect Street 76 East Moser Road 9020 Amelung Street 57 West Frederick St Middletown, MD 21769 Thurmont, MD 21788 Frederick, MD 21704 Walkersville, MD 21793 301-371-7560 301-600-7200 301-600-7000 301-845-8880 Monday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday & Sunday: Closed Sunday: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Friday & Sunday: Closed Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. build a better world

END OF SUMMER CHALLENGE PARTY AT PUMP IT UP (AGES 2 - GRADE 5) Saturday, August 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 8420 Gas House Pike, Frederick, MD Bounce, jump, and play to celebrate the end of summer at Pump It Up! All children must have a signed waiver, wear socks, and be 34” tall to play on the equipment. Participants may pre-register to complete the waiver or complete the waiver on-site. Walk-ins accepted as space allows. ARE YOU READY FOR A Register online for a one hour time slot: pumpitupparty.com/frederick-md/ calendar/ CHALLENGE THIS SUMMER?

SUMMER CELEBRATION AT SKY Summer is here! Build a Better World with reading and learning, so be sure to get the STAGE WITH SCALES & TALES Frederick County Public Libraries’ 2017 whole family involved. (AGES 3+) Summer Challenge through Aug. 31. How it works: Tuesday, June 20 at 11:00 a.m. Summer Challenge is all about fun and • Register for free at fcpl.org/summer or at Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick, MD learning. Your family will enjoy a variety your local FCPL branch. of programs for all ages and be more Celebrate the beginning of summer at motivated to read each day. And there’s • Log activities and reading online or on Sky Stage with animals from Scales & something for everyone—kids, teens, your game board (available at your Tales from the Maryland Department and adults! library). of Natural Resources. This year, we’ve kicked the action up a notch • Earn points for completing activities with new high-caliber programs, great and reading books. The more points partners, and exciting prizes. Participants you earn, the more prizes you can win! have the chance to win free jump passes at So get ready to read books, explore your Pump It Up, restaurant gift certificates, wine community, and have a chance to win tastings, museum tickets, and much more, amazing prizes. Every finisher receives a free all generously donated by local businesses, book! For more details, visit fcpl.org/summer, organizations, and sponsors. or visit your local Frederick County Public Studies show that children who engage in Libraries branch. reading and learning over the summer are The Summer Challenge is supported by our more likely to return to school in the fall generous donors and sponsors. Thank you ready to learn.* Kids are also inspired to for your continued support! be lifelong learners when they see adults

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THROUGH BUILD A BETTER WORLD WITH TEGU BLOCKS (AGES 3+) Saturday, June 17 at 10:00 a.m. AUG. 31, C. Burr Artz Public Library Play with Tegu blocks and find out 2017 how Tegu Builds a Better World with their responsibly harvested magnetic wooden blocks made in Honduras. Presented in partnership with Dancing Bear Toys & Gifts and Tegu. Tegu products available for purchase.

HOW ICE CREAM IS MADE AT BRUSTER’S OF FREDERICK (GRADES K-5) Friday, July 28 at 11:00 a.m. Bruster’s Ice Cream, 6960 Crestwood Blvd., Frederick, MD Tour the ice cream shop and learn how ice cream is made! Please register online at fcpl.org.

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* According to a National Summer Learning Association survey (www.summerlearning.org), 64 percent of teachers reported it takes them at least 3 to 4 weeks to re-teach the previous year’s skills at the beginning of a new school year.

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Enjoy Movies Under the Stars at Starlight Family Film Festival

Summer has finally arrived, and besides a serious influx of ice cream and firing up the backyard grill, it also means a sweet offering of outdoor movies for the 2017 Starlight Family Film Festival. We've lined up the best family-friendly flicks just to make your summer nights extra awesome. Get ready to pack some epic picnics, pour some lemonade into a thermos, bring your kids, besties, and pup, and enjoy these feature presentations under the stars.

June 22: The LEGO® Batman Movie Aug. 24: Viewer's Choice: Moana, Jungle July 13: Zootopia Book, Secret Life of Pets, Minions, Shrek Aug. 3: Finding Dory Movie times/dates

may be changed or Movies start at 8:30 p.m., but at 7 p.m., the fun really cancelled due to weather. begins! Each film will host exciting pre-movie activities Announcements will be and entertainment for the entire family. From LEGO® made via social media, so building challenges to live animal encounters, to a rockin’ concert with Mr. Jon, each movie event will make sure to follow FCPL feature memorable experiences to share with family Mon Facebook and Twitter and friends. for the latest updates And, don’t forget to vote to bring your favorite film on the Starlight Family to the big screen on Aug. 24! From exciting new releases such as Moana to the unforgettable Shrek, Film Festival. your vote for Viewer’s Choice can be made online at www.fcpl.org/filmfestival. See you this summer under the stars at the Natelli Community Center in Urbana!

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Music on the Deck

Since 2008, the annual Music on the Deck Band members include Dave Dulaney, concert series has brought exceptional Steve Waldon, Tim Lyne, and Bob Simmers. musicians to the Thurmont Regional They all played with other bands in the area Library. This summer is no exception. before bringing their shared talents together Bluegrass, folk, gospel, country, and even to form Canaan’s Land. cowboy music are the featured genres of Aug. 13: Forever Young three area bands performing. Cowboy music will be a first on the deck this Bring the family to enjoy a free monthly year as well as traditional country, bluegrass, Sunday concert on the deck of the library. and gospel with a duo who recently moved to Even on the hottest of days, the deck is a Frederick County from the heartland of Texas. cool place to be! All performances begin at 2:00 p.m. Forever Young includes Dale Young, retired from the Navy Seabees, who plays bass, June 18: Southern Valley Gospel Singers sings, and writes original music. His wife, The Southern Valley Gospel Singers brings Kip, has been a musician since her high Forever Young great joy to the stage, reminiscing about school days in Colorado, and has traveled music that’s part of a shared cultural history. throughout the United States and Japan. They share a wide repertoire of Southern Kip shares her talent for singing traditional Gospel and bluegrass music as well as country, western, and cowboy music as well original songs. as tributes to the great women of country The band features Doug Phoebus, Steve music, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Harrison, and Ralph Gann. Phoebus has Wynette, and Dolly Parton. been singing for over 30 years and has played in Nashville, opening for artists such as Charlie Daniels, Travis Tritt, and the Dixie Chicks. His nickname, Elvis, was earned because of his ability to sing The King's biggest hits. Ralph Gann, a talented musician known to many in the local area, played for many years with the well-known band Don Barnes and the Countrymen. Canaan's Land Bluegrass July 16: Canaan’s Land Bluegrass Canaan's Land, who perform throughout Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia, will bring top-notch traditional bluegrass music with an added sprinkling of new era sounds. Their precise music and tight harmonies are the engine that drives the high-energy show they perform with a focus on providing the audience with the best that bluegrass music has to give.

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Access Your Library 24/7 at fcpl.org History, the First All you need is your library card to have the world at your fingertips. Virtual branch resources are offered at no cost to library card holders. Amendment and…

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Maryland’s Digital Language learning for eLibrary Consortium 30 languages (OverDrive) eBooks and HISTORY OF WHISKEY audiobooks Hosted by Heritage Frederick (formerly the Technology & business Historical Society of Frederick County), join us as we delve into whiskey’s amazing past. After each courses free lecture, you can buy tickets to taste some local Movies, television shows, whiskey supplied by Frederick’s very own Tenth music, audiobooks, Reading recommendations Ward Distillery. All tasting ticket proceeds go to comics, and eBooks Heritage Frederick. Wednesday, June 14, 7:00 p.m. Virtual reference Prohibition in Frederick, MD OneClick Digital Wednesday, July 12, 7:00 p.m. audiobooks Whiskey in the Civil War Academic & career test prep, skill building Wednesday, August 9, 7:00 p.m. eBooks for Kids The History of Maryland Rye BookFLIX, TrueFLIX, All events held at Heritage Frederick, 24 E Church FreedomFLIX, Sesame Technology & business St, Frederick, MD 21701 Street eBooks, and eBooks Tumblebooks Investment & business Free downloadable music Investment & business FREEDOM READS Magazines Freedom Reads returns this summer at the Flying Dog Brewery. Frederick County Public Libraries, in Comprehensive business conjunction with Flying Dog and the 1st Amendment Magazines directory Society, will present three sessions focusing on our American right to speak freely. Join us each month to hear experts on the 1st Amendment. And while Genealogy you’re there, why not enjoy some delicious beer. (in-library use only) Speakers to be announced. Tuesday, June 20, 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 18, 6:00 p.m. Genealogy Tuesday, August 15, 6:00 p.m All events held at the Flying Dog Brewery, 4607 Military genealogy Wedgewood Blvd, Frederick, MD 21703

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What's Happening at FCPL This Fall

Join Frederick County Public Libraries (FCPL) for fall events and programming. Remember, all events are open to the public at no cost. www.fcpl.org

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Library Card Sign-up Month is One Maryland One Book September FCPL continues its partnership with FCPL offers more than just books, but also Maryland Humanities to celebrate internet access, digital tools, and trained One Maryland One Book, a statewide professionals who can help you find any program designed to engage readers and information you need. Our eight branches instill a sense of community through the and two bookmobiles feature hundreds of Visit fcpl.org to reserve or discussion of an award-winning book. programs and activities for all ages, and This year’s book will be Purple Hibiscus download this year's One provide a training ground for students to by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. expand their knowledge and job seekers Maryland One Book novel, to hone their skills. Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Maryland STEM Festival Oct. 31 - Nov. 12

Outside the Lines The Maryland STEM Festival provides inspirational, educational, and accessible From Sept. 10-16, look for FCPL to showcase programming in Science, Technology, new and different programs to reintroduce Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) you to library services. While we are still throughout Maryland. FCPL will offer a library with amazing books and quiet even more STEM programming for young study spaces, FCPL also offers services and people right here in Frederick County resources that may surprise you. during the festival.

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And We Have a Spelling Bee Winner!

We have a winner! An exciting and to the winner and a Merriam-Webster's challenging afternoon of academic intrigue Collegiate Dictionary, Eleventh Edition for was on full display at the 10th Annual the runner-up. Both of these prizes were Frederick County Spelling Bee. Thirty-five awarded by Merriam-Webster. Door prize Frederick County students battled to be drawings were held for spellers and the the top speller on March 11th. When the schools' alternates. Congratulations to all Bee finally ended in the 11th round, Emma the spellers! Liu, an eighth-grade student at Urbana The Frederick County Spelling Bee is Middle School, walked away the winner of Emma Liu sponsored by The Frederick News-Post, the county's annual bee. Charles Millard, Frederick County Bank, and Frederick a student at Frederick Classical Charter County Public Libraries. School, took second place in the event. Liu will now move on to represent Frederick County at the Scripps National Bee in Washington, D.C. in May. She will join other students from across the United States and around the world in competing in this prestigious event. Included in the event prizes are a Webster's Third New International Dictionary awarded passport services

Planning an International Trip? Now you don’t have to travel very far to Follow FCPL on get your passport! The C. Burr Artz library offers Passport book and card application social media to services and Passport photos. An get the latest appointment isn’t necessary! Visit fcpl. F org/library-services/passport-services updates. for details about services and fees. If you are planning to travel in 14 days or You must make an appointment in advance less, you must apply for a passport in person by calling 1.877.487.2778. at a U.S. Passport Agency or Center. Those closest to Frederick County are located in Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia, Pa.

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Delaplaine Satellite Galleries June-August 2017

THURMONT URBANA REGIONAL LIBRARY REGIONAL LIBRARY Ron Roos Lesa Cook Exhibit: Interpreting Nature Both Members of This Club Clouds #11 Oil painting Acrylic painting A copy of a 1909 George Bellows painting

BRUNSWICK BRANCH LIBRARY Exhibit: Oil paintings by Linda Goddard Image is Carissa Carissa by Linda Goddard

Clouds #11 by Ron Roos

Both Members of This Club by Lesa Cook

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All storytimes are weekly unless otherwise PRESCHOOL STORYTIME noted and do not require registration. (designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver)

BABY STORYTIME Brunswick Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. (designed for birth-24 months with a caregiver) C. Burr Artz Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. Brunswick Tuesdays at 10:05 and 11 Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. a.m. (bilingual English/ASL) (beginning June 14) C. Burr Artz Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Emmitsburg Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Middletown Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Middletown Tuesdays at 10:05 a.m. Point of Rocks Tuesdays at 11 a.m. Thurmont Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. Thurmont Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Urbana Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. Urbana Mondays at 10:05 a.m. Wednesdays at 10:05 a.m. STORYLAND STORYTIME Walkersville Thursdays at 10:05 a.m. Walkersville Mondays at 10:05 a.m. (designed for ages 0-36 months with a caregiver) A special storytime in partnership with the FAMILY STORYTIME Frederick County Infants & Toddlers Program TODDLER STORYTIME (designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver) C. Burr Artz Monthly on 1st Friday at (designed for 2 year olds with a caregiver) 10:15 a.m. C. Burr Artz Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Space is limited, so come Brunswick Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Point of Rocks: Monthly on 1st Monday at early for your ticket. C. Burr Artz Mondays at 10:15 a.m. 6:30 p.m. Thurmont Monthly on 2nd Friday at Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Thurmont Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. 10:15 a.m. Middletown Mondays at 10:05 a.m. Urbana Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Thurmont Tuesdays at 11 a.m. FAMILY TUNES AND TALES: Thursdays at 11 a.m. MUSICAL STORYTIME Urbana Tuesdays at 10:05 a.m. SYMPHONY STORYTIME (designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver) Fridays at 10:05 a.m. WITH FREDERICK Walkersville Tuesdays at 10:05 a.m. Brunswick Monthly on 2nd Thursday at 6:30 p.m. SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA (designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver) C. Burr Artz Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m. Classical music and stories with Music Emmitsburg Mondays at 10:30 a.m. and Arts instrument petting zoo. Made Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. possible through funding by The Community Middletown Wednesdays at 10:05 a.m. Foundation of Frederick County. Point of Rocks Monthly on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m. Emmitsburg Thursday, July 20 at 10:30 a.m. Urbana Thursdays at 10:05 a.m. Middletown Tuesday, June 6 at 6:30 p.m. Saturdays at 10:05 a.m. Point of Rocks Tuesday, Aug. 8 at Walkersville Wednesdays at 10:05 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Walkersville Saturday, June 10 at 11:00 a.m.

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R Register online at fcpl.org/programs or call your branch. Submit ASL interpreter request three weeks in advance at fcpl.org/ASL or by contacting your local branch. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

STARLIGHT FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL MAKE & CREATE ATTEND ANY PROGRAM Join us for a summer-long film series packed with TO GET 50 SUMMER beloved movies to bring the entire community together. WHERE’S WALDO See page 4 for dates, times, and films. CHALLENGE POINTS! Join the fun and find Where’s Waldo in the library! Stop BUILDING THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL by for playful activities, and even have your picture Learn about the building of the Appalachian Trail and taken with him. how it is maintained today by the Appalachian Trail C. Burr Artz Friday, Jul. 7; 10:30 a.m. EDUCATION & ENJOYMENT Conservancy. Brunswick Tuesday, Jun. 27; 6:30 p.m. FAMILY BINGO NIGHT STEM BINGO Night for the whole family. CELEBRATE AND EXPLORE: EID COMPOST HAPPENS! Brunswick Thursdays, Jun. 1, Jul. 6, and Aug. 3; Enjoy the festivities and learn what Eid means around R the world. Meet author Hena Khan at 5:00, followed by Learn how to start or improve a compost pile right in 6:30 p.m. crafts and activities for the whole family! your own back yard. POKETOWN GYM! - A POKEMON Urbana Wednesday, Jun. 28; 5:00 p.m. C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Aug. 2; 6:30 p.m. TRADING CARD LEAGUE FOR ALL AGES! Middletown Wednesday, Jul. 26; 1:00 p.m. FAMILY GAME NIGHT Use your own Pokemon cards to make decks and play Point of Rocks Wednesday, Aug. 23; 6:00 p.m. Play games with the whole family. with others, and bring your Pokemon video games for Thurmont Thursday, Aug. 3; 3:00 p.m. Brunswick Thursdays, Jun. 29, and Aug. 31; 6:30 p.m. exciting head-to-head battles! Urbana Monday, Aug. 7; 6:30 p.m. Urbana Sundays, Jun. 11, 25, Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, Aug. 6, FARM DAY Walkersville Tuesday, Jun. 20; 6:30 p.m. 13, 20, 27; 1:45 p.m. Fun for the whole family! Visit the Urbana farmer’s market, meet special guests, and learn about Frederick KEY 103 SUMMER CHALLENGE VISIT County’s farm community. Tommy and Amber from Key 103 visit and read stories. Urbana Sunday, Jul. 16; 12:00 p.m. C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Jun. 14; 11:00 a.m. 106.9 THE EAGLE SUMMER FCPL FUN DAYS AT THE ORIGINAL CHALLENGE VISIT PLAYHOUSE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Kevin and Dina from 106.9 The Eagle visit and read FCPL library card holders enjoy FREE children’s stories. admission to The Original Playhouse Children’s Brunswick Wednesday, Jul. 19; 10:30 a.m. Museum between 12:30-4 p.m. Adult admission is $5. Registration and a 3 child per 1 adult ratio required: BRUNSWICK LIBRARY BLOCK PARTY! please email [email protected]. Special storytime It’s the 1st annual block party for the Brunswick Library! at 2 p.m.. Original Playhouse Children’s Museum, 4 Games, prizes, entertainment, and more. Fun for all ages. West Main Street, New Market, MD 21774. Brunswick Saturday, Jul. 22; 10:00 a.m. Wednesdays, Jun. 14, Aug. 9, and Thursday, Jul. 27; 12:30 p.m. ANNUAL FUN FAIR Fun for all ages presented by the library and Summer CELEBRATE FLAG DAY Challenge Partners. Learn about flag traditions and enjoy fun crafts and Thurmont Saturday, Jul. 22; 10:00 a.m. activities! Urbana Wednesday, Jun. 14; 3:00 p.m. FIND WALDO CELEBRATION WITH CURIOUS IGUANA SUMMER SATURDAY SCAVENGER HUNTS Participants in the month-long Where’s Waldo You can find our Swing by the library and test your scavenger hunt skills. downtown Frederick event celebrate with prizes and Can you take the challenge and do them all? Hunts will give-aways in partnership with Curious Iguana. vary from week to week. C. Burr Artz Sunday, Jul. 30; 3:00 p.m. programs online, C. Burr Artz Saturdays, Jun. 17, 24, Jul. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, and Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26; 10:00 a.m. SPECIAL SUMMER SATURDAY too. Check out SCAVENGER HUNT ROCKY POINT CREAMERY & FARM TOUR Pick-up your list and explore the exquisite mural and fcpl.org/programs Ever wonder what it would be like to live on a farm? hand-carved tree in the children’s program room by Join us for a tour of a local farm and creamery. Meet playing a stellar game of I-Spy. today! at Rocky Point Creamery- 4323A Tuscarora Road, C. Burr Artz Saturdays, Aug. 5, 12; 10:00 a.m. Tuscarora, MD 21790. Wednesday, Jun. 21; 2:00 p.m.

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BOOKS & AUTHORS Presented in part by the Grant Seeker’s Resource Center. DISCOVER 3D PRINTING Red Cross Discover what 3D printing is all about. Try the software, MEET THE AUTHOR: C. Burr Artz Tuesday, Jun. 6; 5:00 p.m. watch an object print, and learn something new. Middletown Wednesday, Jul. 26; 11:30 a.m. Liz Moore, “The Unseen world” The Asian American Center of Frederick In partnership with Curious Iguana, Liz Moore will C. Burr Artz Tuesday, Jul. 11; 5:00 p.m. OPEN MEMORY LAB talk about her book “The Unseen World,” the story of Use our equipment to convert your photos and analog a daughter’s quest to find the truth about her father’s Frederick Department of Aging videos to digital formats you can share and enjoy today! hidden past. Book sales and signing to follow. C. Burr Artz Tuesday, Aug. 1; 5:00 p.m. Lab volunteers will be available to help. C. Burr Artz Sunday, Jun. 11; 3 p.m. Urbana Thursday, Aug. 10th; 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, Monica Hesse, “American Fire: Love, Arson, HOW TO START AND MAINTAIN A Aug. 12th; 1:00 p.m. & Life in a Vanishing Land” NONPROFIT IN MARYLAND 3D PRINTING FOR ADULTS WITH COOKIE In partnership with Curious Iguana, Monica Hesse will During this Community Law Center workshop, attendees will learn about nonprofit bylaws, CASTER R talk about her true crime book “American Fire.” Book Learn the basics of Cookie Caster and design your own incorporation, applying for 501(c)3 status, and ongoing sales and signing to follow. cookie cutter to be printed on our 3D printer. compliance. C. Burr Artz Sunday, Jul. 16; 3:00 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 24; 6:30 p.m. C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Jun. 7; 10:00 a.m. Walkersville Carolyn Parkhurst, “Harmony” In partnership with Curious Iguana, Carolyn Parkhurst ALICE (ASSET LIMITED, INCOME EDUCATION & ENJOYMENT will talk about her book “Harmony,” a story about CONSTRAINED, EMPLOYED) PROJECT REPORT FOR MARYLAND a family who choose to leave behind their life in PURPLE MARTINS Washington, DC and move to a “family camp” in New United Way of Frederick County’s Malcolm Furgol Join us at the Catoctin Nature Center to see the Hampshire, a move which changes them forever. Book will present on the ALICE population in Frederick magnificent birds up close and then to a second colony sales and signing to follow. County and Maryland. Ideal for representatives from in Boonsboro to see even more. C. Burr Artz Sunday, Aug. 13; 3:00 p.m. the nonprofit community looking to leverage this information for their work. Brunswick Saturday, Jun. 3; 9:00 a.m. Susan Higginbotham, “Hanging Mary” C. Burr Artz Thursday, Jul. 20; 4:00 p.m. GREEN TEAM PLANT EXCHANGE Join the Brunswick Book Club at Beans in the Belfry to Bring a plant; take a plant or garden ornaments, seeds, meet local author Susan Higginbotham as she discusses bulbs, tools, trees, shrubs. Sponsored by Thurmont her new book “Hanging Mary.” COMPUTERS & Green Team. Side parking lot. Brunswick Tuesday, Aug. 22; 7:00 p.m. TECHNOLOGY Thurmont Saturday, Jun. 3; 10:00 a.m. FRIENDS BOOK CLUB ART ON THE DECK: Hosted by the Friends of the Thurmont Regional Library TECH THURSDAY @ THE SENIOR CENTER and open to adult readers in the community who are Come by to learn about your eReader device and all that Abstract Drawing Hands-on art exploration with Mark Hatfield. Supplies interested in discussing books. Contact the Thurmont you can get with your library card! Held at the Urbana provided. Build a better world through art! Regional Library at 301-600-7212 for information. Senior Center. Saturday, Jun. 3; 1:00 p.m. Thurmont Mondays, Jun. 12, Jul. 10, and Aug. 14; 7 p.m. Urbana Thursdays, Jun. 1, 15, 29, Jul. 6, 20, and Aug. Thurmont 3, 17, 31; 10:00 a.m. "I SHOT BRUCE" BY BRETT BUSANG Printmaking Hands-on art exploration with printmaker, Tom Sterner. Local author Brett Busang will entertain you with TEENS TEACH TECH @ URBANA SENIOR Supplies provided. readings from his latest book and short story collection, CENTER Thurmont Saturday, Aug. 26; 1:00 p.m. as well as select pieces of his art on display. Be prepared Need help with email or basic computer skills? Can’t for an interesting time! figure out your device? Bring your device or use the BLACKSMITHING WITH MS. CAITLIN Brunswick Tuesday, Jun. 13; 6:30 p.m. library’s computers and teen volunteers will give Learn about the art, science, and body mechanics of guidance. "BIG DREAMS, SMALL GARDEN" WITH blacksmithing. See why this craft is relevant today. Urbana Mondays, Jun. 12, 26, Jul. 24, and Aug. 7, 21; MARIANNE WILLBURN Urbana Monday, Jun. 5; 6:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. Local author and gardening columnist Marianne HOMESCHOOLING 101 Willburn will help re-balance your life with your outside 3D PRINTING FOR ADULTS Is homeschooling right for you and your family? Don’t space by matching the maintenance needs of your IN TINKERCAD R know where to start? Get answers from a local family garden to the life you live now. Learn the basics of Tinkercad and design your own who has the knowledge and experience. Point of Rocks Saturday, Jun. 17; 11:00 a.m. object to be printed on our 3D printer. Point of Rocks Wednesday, Jun. 7; 6:30 p.m. Walkersville Thursdays, Jun. 15, and Jul. 20; 11:30 a.m. COFFEE AND CROSSWORDS BUSINESS & JOB SKILLS EXPLORE 3D PRINTING Challenge your brain and share tips with friends Drop in between 5:30 and 6:30 to learn about our 3D and neighbors. COMMUNITY FORUM NIGHT printer and test out some 3D design software! For adults Point of Rocks Saturdays, Jun. 10, Jul. 8, and Aug. Join local nonprofits for a monthly educational and teens. 12; 10:00 a.m. networking event, each hosted by a different C. Burr Artz Thursdays, Jun. 29, Jul. 27, and Aug. 10; participating organization. Refreshments will be served. 5:30 p.m.

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THE SCIENCE OF CHOCOLATE GARDENING WITH MARIANNE Presented by Veggie Annie and the Common Market, Local gardening expert, Marianne Willburn, will answer this tasty event will give fun facts about chocolate and your questions and give maintenance tips to help you allow all to experience some chocolate intensity. re-energize your outside spaces. Brunswick Monday, Jun. 12; 6:00 p.m. Brunswick Tuesday, Jun. 20; 6:30 p.m. DELAPLAINE VISUAL ARTS: COMMUNITY SHOWCASE HEARTH AND HOME Drawing Techniques in Scratchboard Learn more about local internships, classes, volunteer Artist Lesa Cook will demonstrate an innovative opportunities, and community offerings. 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS—COLLEGE scratchboard technique that involves pastel drawing Thurmont Wednesday, Jun. 21; 5:00 p.m. DEBT? LEAKY CREDIT? PROBLEM SOLVED! onto a prepared powdered marble surface. Take financial control of your debt and reach home C. Burr Artz Monday, Jun. 12; 6:30 p.m. VOLUNTEER FAIR ownership now! This invaluable road map for any Learn about opportunities to make a difference in the millennial considering the big mortgage plunge will Portrait Drawing in Charcoal community as a volunteer! Representatives from local arm you with an arsenal of fixes, and the confidence to Working from a live model, artist Lesa Cook will organizations will be on-hand to talk with you. maneuver the home buying process. Learn which debt demonstrate how to capture a likeness using various Urbana Saturday, Jun. 24; 11:00 a.m. to pay off and which to leave alone. This homeowner’s charcoal drawing techniques. “Waze” map for 1st time buyers is one you won’t want C. Burr Artz Saturday, Aug. 12; 2:00 p.m. HEALING WITH FELDENKRAIS to miss! Adult Summer Seminar Series presented by AWARENESS THROUGH MOVEMENT Mary Garnett Ratchford, Realtor RE/MAX Plus. BOOMER AFTERNOONS: FLAG ETIQUETTE Experience greater mobility, flexibility and enhanced (240) 286-9862 Flag etiquette and protocol presented by the well being through gentle movement and visualization. Thurmont Saturday, Jul. 15; 10:30 a.m. and Emmitsburg VFW. Brunswick Saturday, Jun. 24; 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, Jul. 26; 6:30 p.m. Emmitsburg Wednesday, Jun. 14; 3:00 p.m. CURIOUS MINDS: RIGHT SIZING! WHEN TO HOLD EM’— HEALTHY EATING ON THE GO A Healthy Meal with Strawberries WHEN TO FOLD EM’! Discover ways to improve your nutrition and lifestyle Join us on the beautiful library deck to enjoy strawberry Pre-retirees and retirees can face unique challenges choices while juggling the demands of work and family life. shortcake courtesy of the Friends of the Thurmont when deciding to either stay in their family home, Brunswick Wednesday, Jun. 14; 6:00 p.m. Regional Library plus discover new recipes for or right size it to lower expenses, deal with health strawberries beyond shortcake. We'll also reminisce challenges, and/or invest for future returns. For some, TRIVIA AT CATOCTIN BREEZE WINERY about our best childhood summer memories. selling your home, and buying a smaller home while Trivia night at Catoctin Breeze Vineyard, 15010 Roddy Thurmont Monday, Jun. 26; 2:00 p.m. utilizing the sale funds remainder to also buy an Road, Thurmont. Trivia is free. Wine and food will be investment property means you could achieve passive available for purchase. Airbnb Basics income each month. Learn more about this trend that Thurmont Friday, Jun. 16; 6:30 p.m. Two local Airbnb owners share tips about being a host gives you more choices when you need them the most! and about using Airbnb for your next vacation. SMALL TOWN GARDENER TALK Adult Summer Seminar Series presented by Mary Thurmont Monday, Jul. 24; 2:00 p.m. Garnett Ratchford, Realtor RE/MAX Plus. Gardening talk by Marianne Willburn, author of (240)286-9862 smalltowngardener.com and the new book "Big Dreams, Simple Tips for Downsizing C. Burr Artz Saturday, Aug. 19; 10:30 a.m. Small Garden." Ryan Burns from Stress Free Solutions shares tips about Emmitsburg Saturday, Jun. 17; 3:00 p.m. downsizing, de-cluttering excess items and organizing. Urbana Wednesday, Jul. 19, and Sunday, Jul. 23; Gain useful information whether you are transitioning to 6:30 p.m. GARDEN MAINTENANCE FOR REAL LIFE a new home or just cleaning up around the house. Thurmont Wednesday, Aug. 23; 6:30 p.m. and Marianne Wilburn, author of “Big Dreams, Small Thurmont Monday, Aug. 28; 2:00 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26; 1:30 p.m. Garden,” presents strategies for balancing garden maintenance with a busy life. INTRODUCTION TO HOME BREWING STOP! CONSIDERING MAJOR Urbana Sunday, Jun. 18; 1:00 p.m. A discussion of local and online home brewing RENOVATIONS VS COSMETIC FIXES? equipment, ingredient suppliers, and what to expect Before you consider beginning or completing another BICYCLE MAINTENANCE from a typical first batch. home project, or consider offering a contract on Join Keith Marks of Three Points Cycle to learn proper Middletown Thursday, Jun. 29; 6:30 p.m. a home that needs repairs, STOP! This unique bicycle maintenance before you hit the trails this seminar gives you the insider's guide to high impact summer. SIX MONEY MYTHS renovations that can actually increase the value of a Brunswick Monday, Jun. 19; 6:30 p.m. Dr. Allen Cox from the Maryland Coalition for Financial home, and which projects are merely “gingerbread”. Literacy explains six common myths about money and Learn what appraisers look for in evaluating a home, THE SCIENCE OF BREWING AT BARLEY & how to avoid them. and the overbuilding renovation pitfalls to avoid. Adult HOPS BREWERY Brunswick Monday, Jul. 10; 6:00 p.m. Summer Seminar Series presented by Mary Garnett Explore the art and science behind brewing. Take a Ratchford, Realtor RE/MAX Plus. (240) 286-9862 special on-site tour at Barley and Hops Microbrewery Urbana Wednesday, Aug. 16, and Sunday, (5473 Urbana Pike, Frederick MD). Aug. 20; 6:30 p.m. Urbana Monday, Jun. 19; 6:30 p.m.

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GROWING HOPS IN MARYLAND Join Brian Roberts (Mad Science Brewing) and Tom Barse (Milkhouse Farm Brewery) at Smoketown THE WAY WE WORKED Brewing Station to discuss growing hops, for business and for pleasure. ADULT CHILDREN'S Brunswick Wednesday, Jul. 12; 6:00 p.m. COOLING OFF WITH CULVERTS TOUCH A...RECYCLING TRUCK (AGES 3-12) SUMMER PET HEALTH 101 Author Leslie Carter presents on her study of the Learn about a recycling truck and the community Get tips for keeping your pets healthy this summer from historic culverts of the C & O Canal—“the silent helper who drives it. Compassion Veterinary Center’s Dr. Shell. sentinels” of the canal. Walkersville Thursday, Jun. 8; 1:00 p.m. Urbana Monday, Jul. 17; 1:45 p.m. Brunswick Tuesday, Jul. 18; 6:30 p.m. TOUCH A...TRAIN AT WALKERSVILLE MUSHROOMS AND OTHER FUNGI GENEALOGY SERIES SOUTHERN RAILROAD (AGES 3-12) Fungi expert, William Needham, will be giving a Join expert Mary Mannix for a three part genealogy Stories on a real train, followed by a tour of the train presentation on mushrooms and fungi of the area. series to learn the basics of genealogy research. cars. Meet at Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Thurmont Monday, Jul. 17; 6:30 p.m. Brunswick Monday, Jul. 31; 6:00 p.m., Saturday, Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville. Aug. 19; 1:00 p.m., and Wednesday, September 6; Walkersville Wednesday, Jun. 14; 1:00 p.m. TIPS FOR TRAVELLING SOLO/AUSTRALIA 6:00 p.m. AND NEW ZEALAND TOUCH A...PLANE AT AOPA’S NATIONAL Come hear about Tish Raff’s experiences at the Urbana ALL AGES AVIATION COMMUNITY CENTER (AGES Senior Center. This is a joint program with the Urbana THE WAY WE WORKED EXHIBIT GRAND 3-12) Senior Center and the Urbana Regional Library. Adults Learn about planes and pilots who fly them. Meet at of all ages are welcome to attend. OPENING the AOPA’s National Aviation Community Center, Join the Brunswick Public Library and the Brunswick Urbana Tuesday, Jul. 18; 6:30 p.m. 296 Bucheimer Rd., Frederick, MD. Heritage Museum for the Grand Opening of The Way Thursday, Jun. 22; 1:00 p.m. BOOMER AFTERNOONS: CITIZEN SCIENCE We Worked, a traveling Smithsonian exhibit. Meet Cunningham Falls State Park presents live animals and at Brunswick Heritage Museum, 40 W. Potomac St., TOUCH A...FIRETRUCK AT THE leads discussion on conservation and citizen science. Brunswick. WALKERSVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE Emmitsburg Wednesday, Jul. 19; 3:00 p.m. Brunswick Friday, Jul. 21; 9:00 a.m. DEPARTMENT (AGES 3-12) VACATION CRUISES MOVIE PREMIERE Learn about fire trucks and the community helpers who drive them. Explore the world on a cruise ship! Join travel agent The stars are out for their movie premiere. See them Leslie Baker as she shows us what cruises have to offer Walkersville Thursday, Jul. 6; 1:00 p.m. walk the red carpet, view their movie, and get an to all ages. autograph from our Teen Movie Makers. CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR (AGES 3+) Brunswick Monday, Jul. 24; 6:30 p.m. Brunswick Wednesday, Jul. 19; 6:30 p.m. What do you want to be when you grow up? Meet grown-ups with cool jobs and learn about exciting MEDICARE: RETRO TECH In Plain English Cassette tapes, rotary phones, typewriters? Enjoy careers. Presented by Eileen Kutzler, Director of Financial hands-on exploration with technology from the not- Brunswick Monday, Aug. 14; 3:00 p.m. Planning Services for Country Meadows Retirement so-distant past. ENGINEERING OF ROLLER COASTERS AT Communities. Brunswick Monday, Jul. 31; 3:00 p.m. ADVENTURE PARK USA (GRADES K-6) Urbana Friday, Jul. 28; 2:00 p.m. Explore the wild science of roller coasters and ride a real one. Held at Adventure Park-USA, 11113 West In Plain English Baldwin Road, Monrovia, MD 21770. Country Meadows Retirement Community Tuesdays, Jun. 27, Jul. 25, and Aug. 22; 4:00 p.m. representative explains traditional Medicare vs. Medicare HMO/PPO, Part D for drugs and the ‘doughut hole’. Refreshments courtesy of Country Meadows. Thurmont Monday, Aug. 28; 7:00 p.m. PAINT ON GLASS AT EYLER STABLES FLEA MARKET Join Michele Nelson-Neary and create an original handpainted project on glass. Michele’s studio, Seven Dragonflies, is located at Eyler Stables Flea Market. Thurmont Saturday, Jul. 29; 10:00 a.m. HISTORY OF CATOCTIN MOUNTAIN PARK Park Volunteer, Daryl Despres, will be giving a presentation on the colorful history of Catoctin Mountain Park. Thurmont Monday, Jul. 31; 7:00 p.m.

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YES I CAN! LEARN HOW TO CAN AND then home to the first Thurmont citizen killed in WW2 PAINTING OWLS PRESERVE and now the location of the Thurmont Historical Join local artists for a plein air opportunity to draw and Learn proper methods and best practices for preserving Society, Robert Eyler provides an overview of the history paint the amazing Owls of Cunningham Falls State and storing your garden’s bounty. Led by Donielle of the building. Presented in partnership with Thurmont Park. No photography please. Axline, UMD Extension. Historical Society. Middletown Wednesday, Aug. 16; 8:30 a.m. Brunswick Saturday, Aug. 5; 1:00 p.m. Thurmont Monday, Jul. 10; 7:00 p.m. Thurmont Wednesday, Aug. 2; 7:00 p.m. HOKE FURNITURE COMPANY: MASTER WELLNESS Walkersville Wednesday, Aug. 2; 11:30 a.m. CRAFTSMAN IN THURMONT PHOTOGRAPHING OWLS Grandson Steven Hoke presents the story of Hoke SOL YOGA: GOOD CAUSE CLASS Join local artists for a plein-air opportunity to Furniture, a premier American furniture manufacturing Join us for this free yoga class offered by Sol Yoga’s photograph the amazing owls of Cunningham Falls company located in downtown Thurmont, opened in Good Cause Division. Wear comfortable clothes and State Park. 1946. Owners Lloyd and Clara May Hoke and their staff bring a yoga mat. Donations accepted. designed and built custom furniture for people across Walkersville Thursday, Aug. 3; 8:30 a.m. C. Burr Artz Mondays, Jun. 5, 12, 19, 26, Jul. 3, 10, 17, the United States and internationally. Presented in 24, 31, and Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28; 11:00 a.m. SKATEBOARDING DEMONSTRATION partnership with the Thurmont Historical Society. WITH PITCREW! Thurmont Monday, Aug. 14; 7:00 p.m. WALK 15 FITNESS CLASS PitCrew will give a skateboarding demo in the parking Join fitness instructor Jenn Ginsburg for a multi- MEMORY LAB ORAL HISTORY lot and offer a free clinic for those interested in muscle and calorie burning indoor walk. A workout for maintaining their own board. COLLECTION everyone! Volunteers will interview community members who Urbana Monday, Aug. 7; 6:00 p.m. Brunswick Brunswick Tuesday, Jul. 11; 6:30 p.m., are interested in participating in an oral history project Saturday, Jun. 17; 10:30 a.m., and Tuesday, Aug. 8; 2:00 INNOCENCE STOLEN: PROTECTING OUR documenting the diverse history of Frederick County. p.m. CHILDREN ONLINE Urbana Saturday, Aug. 26th; 10 a.m. Community Outreach Specialist from the United States DISCOVER AROMATHERAPY Attorney’s Office will inform adults about how best Join Adrienne Summers to learn about using natural to protect young people from negative and criminal MAKE & CREATE oils extracted from flowers, bark, stems, and leaves to influences online. enhance your mood and well-being. Point of Rocks Wednesday, Aug. 9; 6:30 p.m. KNIT 2GETHER Middletown Wednesday, Jun. 28; 11:30 a.m. Join fiber artist Sue Cavendish for fiber arts. Bring your THE RECYCLED GARDEN own or come learn something new. READING FOOD LABELS Join local author Marianne Willburn for some fun, Middletown Wednesdays, Jun. 7, Jul. 5, and Aug. 2; Integrative doctor Ashley Russell demystifies sneaky creative, and money-saving ideas for your garden. 11:30 a.m. food labels for long-term healthy eating. Presented by Walkersville Saturday, Aug. 19; 11:30 a.m. the Common Market. ART FOR ADULTS Emmitsburg Tuesday, Jul. 18; 6:30 p.m. Create and learn different drawing techniques with HISTORY & GENEALOGY paper artist Barbara Fine. BASIC AROMATHERAPY WITH THE Middletown Wednesdays, Jun. 14, Jul. 12, and Aug. COMMON MARKET R AMERICA’S ROAD: A HISTORY OF THE 9; 11:30 a.m. Learn how to use aromatherapy to enhance your daily NATIONAL ROAD life in this hands-on class with herbalist Betsy Miller Author of "America’s Road: A Photographic History of QUICK CRAFT and the Common Market. The National Road, Russell Poole" shares the story of Join local craft artist Sue Cavendish and learn a quick C. Burr Artz Saturday, Jul. 22; 1:00 p.m. the first federally funded road and one championed by craft in just one hour! All supplies provided, just bring AFFORDING SENIOR CARE the founding fathers, including a slide show of images your imagination. A sampler of information including tax deductibility taken during his research. This presentation is courtesy Middletown Wednesdays, Jun. 21, Jul. 19, and Aug. of personal care, long-term care insurance, and final of a partnership between the Thurmont Historical 16; 11:30 a.m. expense planning. Society and the Thurmont Regional Library. MAKE A BEE HOTEL Walkersville Thursday, Jul. 27; 6:30 p.m. Thurmont Monday, Jun. 12; 7:00 p.m. Welcome bees to your yard by giving them a place to COMMON MARKET PRESENTS EATING MONOCACY ARCHEOLOGICAL SOCIETY live. Learn the easy steps to creating a bee hotel right in GLUTEN FREE MONTHLY MEETING your own backyard. Join local food expert Annie Marshall and learn about The Monocacy Archaeological Society welcomes all to Thurmont Wednesday, Jun. 28; 6:30 p.m. gluten free eating, shopping, recipes, suggestions for these monthly meetings. SHIBORI TIE-DYE DIY (GRADES 6+) dining out, and more. C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Jun. 14; 6:00 p.m. Explore the traditional method of resist dyeing practiced Middletown Wednesday, Aug. 23; 11:30 a.m. THE CREEGER HOUSE: FROM COLONEL’S for more than 1,000 years. Emmitsburg Saturday, Jul. 8; 10:30 a.m. BOOMER AFTERNOONS: CHAIR YOGA HOME TO SOCIETY HEADQUARTERS Chair yoga presented by Pivot Physical Therapy. The Creeger House in Thurmont has undergone many Emmitsburg Wednesday, Aug. 23; 3:00 p.m. transformations. Once owned by a Civil War colonel, fcpl.org 15 children’s programs

EDUCATION & ENJOYMENT POKEFAN (GRADES K-8) DROP-IN PLAYGROUP (AGES 0-5) Play, trade, or go for a walk with other Pokemon fans. Play and meet friends at the library. THURSDAY MORNING PLAYGROUP Middletown Wednesdays, Jun. 7, Jul. 5, and Aug. 2; Point of Rocks Tuesdays, Jun. 13, Jul. 11, and Aug. 8; (AGES 0-5) 4:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. Play and meet friends at the library. SHADOW BOX PUPPETS (GRADES K-5) FAMILY CARNIVAL NIGHT (AGES 3-12) Brunswick Thursdays, Jun. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Jul. 6, 13, Create your own shadow box puppets and use them to Test your skill at a variety of games. 20, 27, and Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 10:30 a.m. tell a story! Walkersville Tuesday, Jun. 13; 6:30 p.m. Urbana Wednesday, Jun. 7; 4:30 p.m. SCHOOL SKILLS FOR PRESCHOOLERS TOUGH TIKES (AGES 3-10) (AGES 3-5) PLAY DATE! PLAYGROUP FOR LITTLE This boot camp style class teaches children fitness Cutting, tracing, and writing, oh my! Children practice ONES (AGES 0-3) moves designed for them. Sneakers are suggested. skills they need to be ready for school. A special playgroup hosted by the Thurmont Library Brunswick Wednesday, Jun. 14; 11:15 a.m. Brunswick Wednesdays, Jun. 21, 28, Jul. 5, 26, and and the Frederick County Infants and Toddlers Program. Aug. 2, 9, 23, 30; 11:15 a.m. Meet new friends, read books, and play with toys. LITTLE NINJAS SAMPLER CLASS @ KICKS Point of Rocks Tuesdays, Jun. 13, 27, Jul. 11, 25, and Thurmont Fridays, Jun. 9, Jul. 14, and Aug. 11; 10:45 KARATE URBANA (AGES 3-5) Aug. 8, 22; 11:30 a.m. a.m. Introductory karate for children taught by expert martial Walkersville Thursdays, Jun. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Jul. 6, arts instructors at Kicks Karate Urbana, 3531 John 13, 20, 27, and Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 10:45 a.m. BUILDERS’ WORKSHOP (AGES 3-10) Simmons St. Frederick, MD 21704. Test your engineering skills with a different project on Urbana Saturdays, Jun. 17, and Aug. 12; 1:00 p.m. SATURDAY MORNING CHESS (GRADES each date! 4-12) Thurmont Saturdays, Jun. 10, 17, 24, Jul. 1, 8, 15, WELCOME SUMMER PARTY (AGES 0-10) Sign up for the Summer Challenge and help us welcome Practice your chess skills with fellow players and friends. Sundays, Jun. 11, 18, 25, Jul. 2, 9, 16; 1:00 a.m. Chess boards and pieces will be provided. summer with exciting games, activities, and crafts. Brunswick Saturdays, Jun. 3, 10, 17, Jul. 1, 8, 15, 29, PUPPET PLAYHOUSE (GRADES K-5) Brunswick Monday, Jun. 19; 10:30 a.m. and Aug. 5, 12, 19; 10:30 a.m. Learn basic puppeteering skills and participate in an impromptu performance. SUMMER FUN WITH THE BLTS FIRST ART FOR LITTLE ONES (AGES 18-36 Emmitsburg Saturday, Jun. 10; 1:00 p.m. (GRADES K-5) MONTHS) Following a free lunch from the Community Action Explore basic art materials, develop fine motor skills, R.E.A.D.® WITH WAGS FOR HOPE Agency from 12:15 - 1 p.m. at the Kim Weddle Park in and have creative fun using art processes. Be prepared (GRADES K-5) Brunswick, join in a fun activity led by the Brunswick to get messy. Children read to Reading Education Assistance Dogs. Library Teens. Thurmont Monday, Jun. 5; 10:30 a.m. Brunswick Saturdays, Jun. 24, Jul. 22, and Aug. 26; Brunswick Mondays, Jun. 19, 26, Jul. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 10:30 a.m. and Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28; 1:00 p.m. PLAYGROUP (AGES 0-5) C. Burr Artz Sundays, Jun. 11, Jul. 9, and Aug. 13; FUN BUS (AGES 2-7) Play and meet friends at the library! 1:30 p.m. C. Burr Artz Mondays, Jun. 5, 12, 19, 26, Jul. 3, 10, 17, FUN, fitness, and learning in a safe, colorful space Emmitsburg Tuesdays, Jun. 20, Jul. 18, and Aug. 15; where our Fun Trainers are always on board, and the bus 24, 31, and Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28; 11:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. is stationary at all times. PRESCHOOL PET SHOW (AGES 3-6) Middletown Tuesdays, Jun. 27, Jul. 25, and Aug. 22; Brunswick Monday, Jun. 19; 2:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Bring your best stuffed animal to compete in our first Middletown Monday, Jul. 31; 2:00 p.m. Point of Rocks Saturdays, Jun. 3, Jul. 1, and Aug. 5; Pet Show. Thurmont Thursday, Jun. 29; 2:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Walkersville Monday, Jun. 5; 1:00 p.m. Urbana Monday, Jul. 24; 2:00 p.m. Thurmont Saturdays, Jun. 24, Jul. 22, and Aug. 26; Walkersville Thursday, Aug. 3; 3:00 p.m. MEET A PRINCESS NIGHT (AGES 3-10) 11:00 a.m. Jun. is Dairy Month and the Frederick County Dairy Urbana Sundays, Jun. 25, Jul. 23, and Aug. 20; 2:00 p.m. SUMMER CELEBRATION AT SKY STAGE Princess will visit to play games and read stories. Bring WITH SCALES & TALES (AGES 3+) your camera. PAWS TO READ (GRADES K-5) Celebrate the beginning of summer at Sky Stage with Children read to Reading Education Assistance Dogs. Walkersville Tuesday, Jun. 6; 6:30 p.m. animals from Scales and Tales from the Maryland Urbana Sundays, Jun. 11, 18, Jul. 16, and Aug. 13; ELEPHANT AND PIGGIE PARTY (AGES Department of Natural Resources. Sky Stage, 59 S. 2:00 p.m. Carroll St., Frederick, MD. 0-10) Party with Elephant and Piggie. Don’t forget your TINY TOT TALENT SHOW (AGES 3-6) All Locations Tuesday, Jun. 20; 11:00 a.m. camera. Share your best song, dance, or talent act. TUMBLE TOTS (AGES 3-5) R Brunswick Thursday, Jun. 15; 10:30 a.m. Walkersville Monday, Jun. 12; 1:00 p.m. Flips Gym helps your child practice important gross C. Burr Artz Friday, Jul. 28; 10:00 a.m. motor skills while exploring the world of movement Emmitsburg Monday, Jul. 24; 11:00 a.m. through gymnastics. Middletown Saturday, Jun. 10; 11:00 a.m. Brunswick Tuesday, Jun. 20; 3:00 p.m. Point of Rocks Tuesday, Jun. 13; 11:00 a.m. C. Burr Artz Tuesday, Aug. 1; 3:00 p.m. Urbana Friday, Jun. 16; 2:00 p.m. Urbana Tuesday, Jul. 18; 3:00 p.m. Walkersville Wednesday, Jul. 26; 10:30 a.m. Thurmont Tuesday, Aug. 15; 3:00 p.m.

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ADULT MOVIES FROM BOOKS JOHN SCUDERI ON THE SAXOPHONE Movies based on books! Jun.: "The Water Horse" (PG); John Scuderi at Urbana Senior Center shares the music Jul.: "The BFG" (PG); Aug.: "Hugo" (PG) of memories with his saxophone. This is a joint program Urbana Thursdays, Jun. 22; 2:00 p.m. Jul. 20; 2:00 with the Urbana Senior Center and the Urbana Regional p.m., and Aug. 24; 2:00 p.m. Library. Adults of all ages are welcome to attend. SUMMER FAMILY MOVIE SERIES Urbana Monday, Jul. 24; 1:00 p.m. SHARK WEEK THEATRE THURSDAY "Trolls" will be on the big screen! (PG) (GRADES 6-12) "LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANS" Point of Rocks Tuesdays, Jun. 27; 1:00 p.m., Jul. 25; Don’t go in the water—come to the library for a Shark Watch the movie on Monday to prepare for Wednesday 1:00 p.m., and Aug. 29; 1:00 p.m. Week themed movie and aquatic snacks. night’s book/movie discussion. FAMILY NIGHT Brunswick Thursday, Jun. 29; 3:30 p.m. Urbana Monday, Jul. 24; 6:30 p.m. and Wednesday, Family films and related activities. Aug. 8: "Finding Jul. 26; 7:00 p.m. "WAR OF THE WORLDS" (GRADES 8+) Nemo" (G); Aug. 15: "Lilo and Stitch" (PG), Aug. 22: Bring a lunch, watch the 2005 remake of "War of the "BACK TO THE FUTURE" WITH TRIVIA "WALL-E" (G); Aug. 29: "Up" (PG). Worlds," then discuss the science behind the film as Come play 80’s trivia and then watch "Back to the Thurmont Tuesdays, Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29; 6:00 p.m. part of the Discover Space grant. Rated PG-13. Future!" Bring snacks to enjoy during the movie! C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Jul. 5; 1:00 p.m. Rated PG. CHILDREN C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Jul. 26; 5:30 p.m. RETRO MOVIE NIGHT AND CRAFT (AGES 8+) TEEN THEATRE THURSDAY (GRADES 6-12) Take a break from the sun and enjoy a movie and snack. HITCHCOCK Movies and a craft! Jun.: "Labyrinth" (PG); Jul.: "Hook" (PG); Aug.: "The NeverEnding Story" (PG). Brunswick Thursdays, Jul. 6, and Aug. 17; 3:30 p.m. Join us every Monday night in Aug. for a suspenseful Hitchcock classic. Short discussion will follow. Aug. 7: Middletown Tuesdays, Jun. 13; 6:00 p.m., Jul. 11; "FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO "The 39 Steps;" Aug. 14: "The Lady Vanishes;" Aug. 21: 6:00 p.m., and Aug. 8; 5:30 p.m. FIND THEM" (GRADES 8-12) "Notorious;" Aug. 28: "Strangers on a Train" (All films MOVIE MATINEE (AGES 5+) In honor of Harry Potter’s birthday, we will watch unrated or rated PG) "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them!" (PG-13) Enjoy a movie at the library. Brunswick Mondays, Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28; 6:00 p.m. Butterbeer provided and costumes encouraged! C. Burr Artz Fridays, Jun. 16, 23, 30, Jul. 7, 14, 21, Urbana Thursday, Jul. 27; 3:00 p.m. "SULLY" 28, and Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25; 2:00 p.m. Watch the recent movie portraying “Miracle on the "APOLLO 13" (GRADES 8+) BOOKS INTO MOVIES CLUB (GRADES 3-5) Hudson” ripped from the headlines prior to Wednesday Bring a lunch, watch "Apollo 13," then discuss the Book discussion and activity. Jun.: "The Water Horse" night’s guest speaker and discussion. science behind the film, as part of the Discover Space by Dick King-Smith; Jul.: "The BFG" by Roald Dahl; Urbana Monday, Aug. 28; 6:30 p.m. and grant. Rated PG. Aug.: "The Invention of Hugo Cabret" by Wednesday, Aug. 2; 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30; 7:00 p.m. Brian Selznick C. Burr Artz Urbana Thursday, Jun. 22, Jul. 20, Aug. 24; "ARMAGEDDON" (GRADES 8+) ALL AGES 1:00 p.m. Bring a lunch, watch "Armageddon" (PG-13), then LET THERE BE ROCK! discuss the science behind the film as part of the Acoustic performance by Let There Be Rock School of Discover Space grant. Frederick students. TEEN SCHOOL’S OUT ANIME PARTY (GRADES C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Aug. 9; 1:00 p.m. Brunswick Thursday, Jul. 13; 3:00 p.m. 4-12) Emmitsburg Thursday, Jul. 27; 3:00 p.m. "BATTLESTAR GALACTICA" (GRADES 8+) Celebrate Anime! Watch your favorite anime film and Middletown Wednesday, Jun. 14; 10:05 a.m. Bring a lunch, watch "Battlestar Galactica," then share your passion with other anime fans! discuss the science behind the film as part of the Point of Rocks Monday, Jun. 12; 6:00 p.m. C. Burr Artz Friday, Jun. 9; 2:00 p.m. Discover Space grant. Rated PG. Thurmont Monday, Jun. 19; 2:00 p.m. C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Aug. 16; 1:00 p.m. Urbana Friday, Jul. 21; 2:00 p.m. TWEEN/TEEN HANGOUT (GRADES 5-12) Walkersville Thursday, Jul. 20; 2:00 p.m. Hang out with your friends while playing Wii and/or "2001 A SPACE ODYSSEY" (GRADES 8+) watching a movie on the big screen! Snacks will be Bring a lunch, watch "2001: A Space Odyssey," then MUSIC ON THE DECK: provided. discuss the science behind the film as part of the Southern Valley Gospel Singers Point of Rocks Mondays, Jun. 19, Jul. 17, and Aug. Discover Space grant. Rated G. Summer Sunday afternoons mean Music on the Deck. 21; 6:00 p.m. C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Aug. 23; 1:00 p.m. Series features the best of live, local bluegrass, country, and traditional gospel. "STAR TREK THE ORIGINAL MOTION "STAR WARS THE FORCE AWAKENS" Thurmont Sunday, Jun. 18; 2:00 p.m. PICTURE" (GRADES 8+) (GRADES 8+) Stargaze, watch "Star Trek" then discuss the science behind Bring a lunch, watch "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," Canaan’s Land the film as part of the Discover Space grant. Rated G. then discuss the science behind the film as part of the With precise music and tight harmonies, Canaan’s Land C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Jun. 21; 1:00 p.m. Discover Space grant. Rated PG-13. promises a high-energy performance. C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Aug. 30; 1:00 p.m. Thurmont Sunday, Jul. 16; 2:00 p.m. "GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY" (GRADES 8+) Bring a lunch, watch "Guardians of the Galaxy," then "QUEEN OF KATWE" AND LIFE SIZE Forever Young discuss the science behind the film as part of the CHESS! (GRADES 6-12) Cowboy music comes to the deck along with traditional Discover Space grant. Rated PG-13. Enjoy the movie "The Queen of Katwe" (PG), then country, bluegrass, and gospel with Forever Young. C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Jun. 28; 1:00 p.m. challenge your friends to a game of life-sized chess. Thurmont Sunday, Aug. 13; 2:00 p.m. Snacks provided! "MOANA" SPONSORED BY SURF HOUSE Urbana Thursday, Aug. 31; 3:00 p.m. FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT MARYLAND (GRADES 6-12) Pack a snack and enjoy a movie on the big screen. Jun.: Enjoy a “beachy treat” supplied by Surf House "The LEGO® Movie," Rated PG; Jul.: "Moana," Rated PG; Maryland while viewing "Moana." Aug.: "The LEGO® Batman: The Movie," Rated PG Urbana Thursday, Jun. 29; 3:00 p.m.fcpl.org 17 Brunswick Thursdays, Jun. 22; 6:30 p.m., Jul. 27, and Aug. 24; 6:30 p.m. children’s programs

PRE-K TO K STORYTIME WITH MRS. READ WITH KEYOTE AND THE FREDERICK VETS AND PETS (AGES 3-10) WHITE (AGES 3-5) KEYS (AGES 0-10) Learn proper pet care from local veterinary staff, then Join us for songs, stories, and fun with guest reader, Hear a story, ask questions, and take pictures with stay and play at our pretend vet clinic. Stuffed animal CMES kindergarten teacher, Mrs. White. Frederick Keys mascot, Keyote, and a Keys player. friends welcome. Point of Rocks Tuesday, Jun. 20; 11:00 a.m. Brunswick Wednesday, Aug. 30; 10:30 a.m. Emmitsburg Thursday, Jul. 13; 10:30 a.m. C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Jun. 28; 10:15 a.m. WELCOME SUMMER CONCERT AND LUIS GARAY: PERCUSSION WORLD DUO Emmitsburg Thursday, Aug. 10; 10:30 a.m. PARTY (AGES 0-12) (AGES 3-10) Middletown Wednesday, Aug. 16; 10:05 a.m. Celebrate the 1st day of summer with a special concert Listen to some great music and enjoy hands-on by Mr. Jon! Stay and explore stations on the terrace and (Keyote only) percussion fun! in the STEM Lab. Point of Rocks Saturday, Jul. 8; 11:00 a.m. C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Jul. 19; 2:30 p.m. C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Jun. 21; 11:00 a.m. Thurmont Saturday, Jun. 17; 10:15 a.m. Thurmont Wednesday, Jul. 19; 11:30 a.m. Urbana Saturday, Jul. 22; 10:05 a.m. Urbana Wednesday, Jul. 19; 6:00 p.m. FLOW CIRCUS (GRADES K-5) Walkersville Wednesday, Aug. 23; 10:05 a.m. An interactive juggling comedy show like no other! STUFFED ANIMAL CHECK UP (AGES 0-8) C. Burr Artz Thursday, Jun. 22; 2:00 p.m. NEW MOON THEATER: TALES OF THE Bring your stuffed animal to meet Dr. Schell from Thurmont Thursday, Jun. 22; 11:00 a.m. WILD WEST (GRADES K-5) Compassion Vet Center. Explore hands-on activities to Urbana Thursday, Jun. 22; 6:00 p.m. Saddle up for this hilarious romp through American find out what it’s like to be a vet! folklore! Urbana Monday, Jul. 17; 1:00 p.m. PHOTOGRAPHY BASICS (GRADES 4-10) R C. Burr Artz Monday, Jul. 10; 3:00 p.m Join Frederick’s Camera Clique Club to learn Thurmont Monday, Jul. 10; 11:00 a.m. FAMILY DINOSAUR CHALLENGE photography techniques. Participants must bring their Urbana Monday, Jul. 10; 6:00 p.m. (AGES 0-13) own cameras. Parents must be present. Build a better structure together—one that will hold a C. Burr Artz Saturday, Jun. 24; 10:00 a.m. PETER WOOD: EXPLORER OF THE dinosaur. IMPOSSIBLE (AGES 3+) Walkersville Tuesday, Jul. 18; 6:30 p.m. COMMUNITY THEATER TROUPE Magician Peter Wood shares his collection of (GRADES 2-5) impossibilities from across the globe! Junior explorers OPEN WII GAMING (GRADES K-8) Write, practice, and perform "Elephant and Piggie" get to experience fantastic skills and amazing artifacts Play a variety of Wii games. stories. Design and creation of props might get messy. in this comedy and magic show. Middletown Wednesdays, Jul. 19, and Aug. 16; 4:00 p.m. Dress appropriately. Brunswick Tuesday, Jul. 11; 2:30 p.m. ROCKNOCEROS CONCERT (AGES 0-10) Walkersville Monday, Jun. 26, Tuesday, Jun. 27, C. Burr Artz Tuesday, Jul. 18; 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jun. 28, and Thursday, Jun. 29; 3:00 p.m. High-energy musical fun with Rocknoceros, an award Emmitsburg Tuesday, Jul. 25; 10:30 a.m. winning kids’ band! PRE-K TO K STORYTIME WITH MRS. Middletown Tuesday, Jul. 18; 6:00 p.m. C. Burr Artz Thursday, Jul. 27; 6:00 p.m. SIGMAN (AGES 3-5) Point of Rocks Tuesday, Jul. 11; 11:00 a.m. Thurmont Thursday, Jul. 27; 1:30 p.m. Join us for songs, stories, and fun with guest reader, Thurmont Tuesday, Jul. 25; 2:00 p.m. Urbana Thursday, Jul. 27; 3:30 p.m. CMES kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Sigman. Urbana Tuesday, Jul. 11; 6:30 p.m. Point of Rocks Tuesday, Jun. 27; 11:00 a.m. Walkersville Tuesday, Jul. 25; 6:30 p.m. HOW ICE CREAM IS MADE AT BRUSTER’S OF FREDERICK (GRADES K-5) R HOOKED ON FISHING AT WOODSBORO FAMILY GEOCACHING 101 (AGES 6+) Meet at Bruster’s Ice Cream (6960 Crestwood Blvd, PARK POND (AGES 8-12) R Learn how to geocache in preparation of Walkersville’s Frederick) and learn how ice cream is made! Learn knot tying, casting, and about fish habitat, then 125th Celebration event in Aug.. Presented by the Friday, Jul. 28; 11:00 a.m. go fishing. Rods and bait provided. Presented by MD Maryland Geocaching Society. Department of Natural Resources. Walkersville Tuesday, Jul. 11; 6:00 p.m. MEET AND GREET RAPTORS (AGES 0-12) Walkersville Thursday, Jun. 29; 10:00 a.m. Meet live raptors, learn where they live, and what they HOOKED ON FISHING AT MIDDLETOWN eat. Find out how Owl Moon cares for them and what JR. PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB (GRADES K-5) COMMUNITY PARK POND (AGES 8-12) R you can do to help. Tips and tricks from a professional photographer. Learn knot tying, casting, and all about fish habitat, Middletown Saturday, Jul. 29; 2:00 p.m. 7/5—Composition; 7/12—Photo Scavenger Hunt; then go fishing. Rods and bait provided. Presented by 7/19—Lighting. MD Department of Natural Resources. STORIES ALIVE (GRADES K-3) Walkersville Wednesdays, Jul. 5, 12, 19; 1:00 p.m. Middletown Wednesday, Jul. 12; 10:00 a.m. Stories leap off the page and into plays, puppet shows, songs, and more! NEST ENGINEERING (GRADES K-5) SAFETY DAY (AGES 0-10) C. Burr Artz Tuesdays, Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 1:30 p.m. Think like a bird and build a nest with the Potomac Learn about safety with local police, fire, and ambulance Valley Audubon Society. companies. BRING YOUR BIKE SAFETY DAY (AGES 4+) Brunswick Wednesday, Jul. 5; 3:00 p.m. Brunswick Wednesday, Jul. 12; 10:30 a.m. Bring your bike and helmet, and learn to inspect your bike, how to be a safe rider, and practice following the EXPLORE ART THROUGH COLOR OTTO THE AUTO (AGES 4-7) rules of the road. (GRADES K-5) Learn auto, pedestrian, and bicycle safety from this Walkersville Thursday, Aug. 3; 1:00 p.m. Recreate the colorful styles of some of the great art talking remote-controlled car. masters! Emmitsburg Wednesday, Jul. 12; 10:30 a.m. Urbana Friday, Jul. 7; 2:00 p.m.

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PRE-MOVIE STORY WALK (AGES 0-6) MAKE IT (GRADES K-8) FUTUREMAKERS (GRADES 3-5) R Experience a picture book in the great outdoors! Follow Get ready to make everything from art and music to zip Hands-on science with a make-and-take project. the path from the library to the Starlight Film Festival, lines and rockets. Brunswick Thursday, Aug. 3; 12:00 p.m. reading as you go. Brunswick Tuesday, Jun. 6; 4:30 p.m. and Tuesdays, C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Aug. 10; 3:00 p.m. Urbana Thursday, Aug. 3; 5:00 p.m. Jun. 13, 27, and Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22; 3:00 p.m. Emmitsburg Wednesday, Aug. 9; 12:00 p.m. Middletown Monday, Jul. 10; 11:00 a.m.. CARROLL MANOR REC COUNCIL & THE PLATESTATION CRAFTS (AGES 2-11) WESTERN MD CHAPTER OF US LACROSSE Simple and creative paper plate crafts for any age. Point of Rocks Wednesday, Aug. 9; 3:30 p.m. “LEARN TO PLAY CLINIC” (GRADES 2-8) R Thurmont Tuesdays, Jun. 13, 20, 27, Jul. 11, 18, 25, Thurmont Wednesday, Aug. 10; 6:30 p.m Carroll Manor Rec Council and the Western MD and Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Wednesdays, Jun. 14, 21, 28, Urbana Wednesday, Aug. 3; 3:30 p.m Chapter of US Lacrosse presents a clinic for new players Jul. 5, 12, 19, 26, and Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Thursdays, Walkersville Monday, Jul. 10; 1:00 p.m. or players with less than two years experience run by Jun. 15, 22, 29, Jul. 6, 13, 20, 27, and Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, SEWING SCHOOL (GRADES 4-12) US Lacrosse Certified Coaches. This is a beginners clinic 31; 10:15 a.m. R focused on stick work and fundamentals. Full helmet Learn to sew by making a tunic step-by-step. and pads are not required. Players should bring a BUILD A BETTER WORLD THROUGH ART Emmitsburg Monday, Jul. 31, Tuesday, Aug. 1, lacrosse stick, a molded mouthpiece, cleats or sneakers, (AGES 3+) Wednesday, Aug. 2, and Thursday, Aug. 3; 2:00 p.m. and a water bottle. There will be a few loaner sticks Decorate the entrance to the library with a community available. Learn about and experience playing the sport art project! Rain date: Jun. 19 BUILD A BETTER WORLD: FAIRY/ELF played by Native Americans long before European Thurmont Thursday, Jun. 15; 1:00 p.m. HOUSES (GRADES K-6) settlers arrived. Rain date: Aug. 21, 6:30 PM. Event will Create a nature-inspired home for magical beings. All be outside at the fields behind the library. MAKE IT! (GRADES K-8) supplies are provided. Point of Rocks Monday, Aug. 7; 6:30 p.m. Get ready to make everything from art and music to zip Middletown Tuesday, Aug. 1; 6:00 p.m. lines and rockets. STORIES TO STAGE: "WHERE THE WILD Walkersville Mondays, Jun. 19, Jul. 3, 17, 31, and JUNIOR GARDENER: GOURD DECORATING THINGS ARE" (GRADES K-5) Aug. 7, 14, 28; 1:00 p.m. (GRADES 2-8) R A performance of the classic picture book by Maurice Decorate gourds for indoor or outdoor display with Sendak. BUILD A BETTER WORLD: MIXED MEDIA Silver Fancy Garden Club. All materials provided. C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Aug. 9; 6:00 p.m. FAMILY TREE CRAFT (AGES 4-18) Emmitsburg Saturday, Aug. 5; 10:00 a.m. Learn about your family history by making a family tree Thurmont Wednesday, Aug. 9; 10:30 p.m. BUILD A BETTER WORLD: NATURE Urbana Wednesday, Aug. 9; 2:00 p.m. with mixed media. Photographs optional. Middletown Tuesday, Jun. 20; 6:00 p.m. WEAVINGS (GRADES K-6) FAMILY FIELD-DAY NIGHT (AGES 0-13) Create a nature loom with collected materials from a nature walk. Walkersville Tuesday, Aug. 15; 6:30 p.m. LITTLE MAKER KINDER SKILLS (AGES 3-5) Fun book-inspired activities will improve fine motor Middletown Tuesday, Aug. 15; 6:00 p.m. END OF SUMMER CHALLENGE PARTY AT skills and stimulate imaginations. MONSTER PARTY! (AGES 4-8) PUMP IT UP (AGES 2 - GRADE 5) Urbana Fridays, Jun. 23, Jul. 14, and Aug. 18; 2:00 p.m. Monster themed arts and crafts centers! Bounce, jump, and play to celebrate the end of summer at Pump It Up (8420 Gas House Pike, P, Frederick)! All WATERCOLOR ART ACADEMY (GRADES Middletown Saturday, Aug. 19; 11:00 a.m. children must have a signed waiver, wear socks, and be 3-5) R Learn line drawing and watercolor painting techniques. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME AT GLADE LINK 34” tall to play on the equipment. Participants may pre- FARMS (AGES 0-5) register to complete the waiver or complete the waiver Emmitsburg Tuesday, Jun. 27, Wednesday, Jun. 28, Grab a blanket and join us for a special storytime. For on-site. Walk-ins accepted as space allows. Register and Thursday, Jun. 29; 2:00 a.m. directions and information visit www.gladelink.com online for a one hour time slot: www.pumpitupparty. (Rain Date: Jun. 6, 10:00 a.m.). com/frederick-md/calendar. BUILD A BETTER FLOWER ARRANGEMENT Walkersville Thursday, Jun. 1; 10:05 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 26; 10:00 a.m. (GRADES K-5) Create a patriotic flower arrangement. Please check LIVE ANIMAL STORYTIME WITH GREEN FAMILY HULA HOOP FUN (AGES 0-13) in at the desk for your ticket. Space is limited to 10 MEADOWS PETTING FARM (AGES 0+) Walkersville Tuesday, Aug. 29; 6:30 p.m. families, so come early. Meet an animal from Green Meadows Petting Farm at Walkersville Tuesday, Jun. 27; 6:30 p.m. HANDS ON ART (GRADES K-5) this special animal storytime! Explore art materials and create at your own pace. TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: Urbana Saturday, Jun. 3; 10:05 a.m. Dress for a mess! ARTISTS AND INVENTORS (GRADES K-5) STORYTIME ON THE PORCH (AGES 0-12) C. Burr Artz Thursdays, Jun. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, and Aug. We will learn about the artists and inventors that Stories and music on the porch of More Ice Cream (13 inspired the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles through 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 1:30 p.m. West Main Street, Middletown). research, art projects, and problem solving. Middletown Thursdays, Jun. 8, 22, Jul. 13, 27, and C. Burr Artz Thursdays, Jul. 6, 13, 20, 27; 1:30 p.m. Aug. 10, 24; 6:00 p.m.

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WILD ANIMAL JAM STORYTIME WITH PRESCHOOL STORYTIME WITH NATIONAL DOG DAY STORYTIME (AGES URBANA DANCE STUDIO (AGES 3-5) MIDDLETOWN RESIDENT TROOPERS 3-10) Get your groove on as we jam out with the animals (AGES 3-5) Stories and activities celebrating man’s best friend. during this special storytime with teachers from the A special storytime featuring special guests, the Offsite at Memorial Park. Urbana Dance Studio. Middletown Resident Troopers. Middletown Saturday, Aug. 26; 11:00 a.m. Urbana Wednesday, Jun. 21; 10:05 a.m. Middletown Saturday, Jul. 22; 11:00 a.m. STEM FRIENDS (AGES 4-6) IMAGINE WITH ME STORYTIME WITH STORYTIME AT CUNNINGHAM FALLS Stories, STEM challenges, and more. URBANA DANCE STUDIO (AGES 3-5) STATE PARK (AGES 0+) Walkersville Thursdays, Jun. 1, Jul. 20, and Aug. 17, Explore the world of Dr. Seuss through dance with Get out in nature and enjoy storytime at the Manor 31; 1:00 p.m. teachers from the Urbana Dance Studio. Area of Cunningham Falls State Park. Urbana Wednesday, Jun. 28; 10:05 a.m. Thurmont Sunday, Jul. 23; 7:30 p.m. MAKERSMESS (GRADES K-6) Solve a weekly art problem and create a mess or a STORYTIME AT SOUTH MOUNTAIN ANIMAL STORYTIME FOLLOWED BY mess-terpiece. Bring creative problem solving skills. CREAMERY (AGES 0-12) WILDLIFE ADVENTURES! (AGE 2) Middletown Thursdays, Jun. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Jul. 6, 13, Celebrate cows with stories and songs at South Animal songs and stories for toddlers and their 20, 27, and Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 4:00 p.m. Mountain Creamery. Stay until 4 p.m. to feed the calves. grownups. Stay after storytime to enjoy Wildlife Middletown Wednesdays, Jun. 28, Jul. 26, and Aug. Adventures! GROWING A BETTER WORLD: 23, Saturdays, Jul. 8, and Aug. 5; 3:30 p.m. Urbana Friday, Aug. 4; 10:05 a.m. GARDENING FUN! (GRADES K-5) Grow a better world by learning about gardening with INDEPENDENCE DAY STORYTIME WE LOVE HORSES! STORYTIME the help of the Frederick County Master Naturalists. (AGES 3-10) (AGES 3-5) Learn a new skill each week. Patriotic stories, songs, and activities. Offsite at Storytime with real horses at Eyler’s Stables Flea C. Burr Artz Mondays, Jun. 5, 12, 19, 26; 1:30 p.m. Middletown Park on Coblentz Road. Market! 137 Emmitsburg Rd., Thurmont. Middletown Saturday, Jul. 1; 12:00 p.m. Thurmont Saturday, Aug. 5; 11:00 a.m. NATURE SPROUTS (AGES 3-6) Learn about the natural world through stories, games, STORYTIME AND TYKE HIKE AT HULA STORYTIME (AGES 0-5) and activities. Dress appropriately for weather. CATOCTIN MOUNTAIN PARK (AGES 3+) Listen to traditional Hawaiian music and learn some Emmitsburg Wednesdays, Jun. 28, Jul. 5, 19, 26, and Storytime followed by a short hike. Meet at Visitor hula moves at this fun, interactive storytime. Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23; 11:00 a.m. Center, 14707 Park Central Rd, Thurmont. Walkersville Wednesday, Aug. 9; 10:05 a.m. Walkersville Tuesdays, Jun. 6, 20, 27, Jul. 11, 25, and Thurmont Fridays, Jul. 14, and Aug. 11; 3:00 p.m. Aug. 22, 29; 1:00 p.m. BROADWAY STORYTIME (AGES 3-10) STORYTIME AT FROG EYE FARM A morning of stories and songs from Broadway MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS DISCOVERY (AGES 0-12) musicals. CREEK WALK (AGES 2-5) Berries, books, and more at Frog Eye Farm (19600 Frog Middletown Saturday, Aug. 12; 11:00 a.m. Learn about ducks and then go for a stroll along Carroll Eye Road, Knoxville). Feel free to bring a picnic dinner. Creek. Along the way we will meet a Community Helper Rain date: Jul. 26 at 6 p.m. DOG DAYS OF SUMMER STORYTIME and share a story. Middletown Wednesday, Jul. 19; 6:00 p.m. (AGES 2-10) C. Burr Artz Tuesday, Jun. 6; 1:30 p.m. Celebrate National Dog Day and join us for a special storytime with a K-9 team from the Frederick Police TINKERTIME (GRADES K-5) Department. Weekly experiments, projects, and crafts, exploring a Urbana Saturday, Aug. 26; 10:05 a.m. different subject using STEAM.

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FAMILY TUNES AND TALES: MUSIC FAMILY TUNES AND TALES: LITTLE MUSIC FAMILY TUNES AND TALES: KIDS GO MAKERS (AGES 6-8) R MAKERS (AGES 3-5) R CLASSIC CONCERT WITH FREDERICK Exciting group experiences with more complex Engage your child’s natural love of music and SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA (GRADES K-5) instruments and rhythm play. This event is made instruments with activities that introduce early Music masterpieces come to life in this narrated possible in part by a grant from the Frederick Arts music concepts. This event is made possible in part concert followed by a musical instrument petting Council and The Community Foundation of Frederick by a grant from the Frederick Arts Council and The zoo provided by Music and Arts. This event is County. Community Foundation of Frederick County. made possible through funding by The Community Brunswick Thursday, Jun. 1; 2:00 p.m. and Brunswick Monday, Jun. 5; 10:30 a.m. Foundation of Frederick County. Thursday, Jun. 22; 3:00 p.m. Middletown Thursday, Jun. 1; 6:00 p.m., and Urbana Tuesday, Jun. 27; 6:30 p.m. C. Burr Artz Tuesday, Jun. 13; 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Jun. 3; 11:00 a.m. Middletown Thursday, Jun. 15; 6:00 p.m. and C. Burr Artz Friday, Jun. 9; 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Jun. 17; 11:00 a.m. Emmitsburg Tuesdays, Jun. 13, Jul. 11, and Aug. 15; Urbana Mondays, Jun. 26, Jul. 31, and Aug. 28; 11:00 10:30 a.m. a.m. and Wednesdays, Jun. 28, and Aug. 2; 2:00 p.m. Urbana Mondays, Jun. 19, Jul. 24, and Aug. 21; 11:00 20Walkersville Monday, Jun. 26; 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, a.m., and Wednesdays, Jun. 21, and Jul. 26; 2:00 p.m. Aug. 8; 6:30 p.m. fcpl.orgThurmont Fridays, Jun. 30, and Jul. 21; 10:30 a.m.

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Middletown Tuesdays, Jun. 6, 13, 20, 27, Jul. 11, 18, NATURE SPROUTS HIKE AT GAMBRILL BUILD A BETTER WORLD WITH TEGU 25, and Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 2:00 p.m. STATE PARK (AGES 3-12) BLOCKS (AGES 3-12) Learn what flora and fauna are native to Frederick on Play with Tegu blocks and find out how Tegu Builds a NIGHTTIME ON THE DECK (AGES 2+) this Ranger-led hike. Meet at the Nature Center located Better World with their responsibly harvested magnetic Animal shows sponsored by Thurmont Lions Club. 6/6: at 8602 Gambrill Park Rd., Frederick. wooden blocks made in Honduras. Presented in Rabbits. 7/11: Fountain Rock Park and Nature Center. Walkersville Tuesday, Jun. 13; 1:00 p.m. partnership with Dancing Bear Toys and Gifts and Tegu. 8/1: Critters and Conservation. Tegu products available for purchase. Thurmont Tuesdays, Jun. 6, Jul. 11, and Aug. 1; 6:30 p.m. 3D PRINTING PLAY & LEARN LAB C. Burr Artz Saturday, Jun. 17; 10:00 a.m. (GRADES K-7) PRESCHOOL STEM LAB (AGES 3-5) Explore 3D printing design. Visit this lab three times to LEGO® DESIGN CHALLENGE (GRADES K-5) Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math earn a printed object to keep! Bring your LEGO® building skills for this themed concepts in the STEM Lab. Children under age 8 must C. Burr Artz Tuesdays, Jun. 13, 20, 27, Jul. 11, 18, 25, challenge event. LEGO® bricks will be provided. be accompanied by an adult. and Aug. 1, 8; 3:00 p.m. and Fridays, Jun. 16, 23, 30, Jul. C. Burr Artz Tuesday, Jun. 20; 1:30 p.m. Brunswick Mondays, Jun. 12, 26, Jul. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 7, 14, 21, 28, and Aug. 4, 11; 11:15 a.m. and Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28; 11:30 a.m. OPEN MINECRAFT (GRADES K-8) Urbana Wednesdays, Jun. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jul. 5, 12, 19, RECYCLED EVER AFTER (AGES 3-6) R Use our laptops to play Minecraft with other fans. 26, and Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23; 10:35 a.m. Learn about recycling at a great, “green” storytime. Middletown Wednesday, Jun. 21; 4:00 p.m. Brunswick Thursday, Jul. 13; 6:30 p.m. SHARK COMB 3D PRINTING (GRADES 3-8) LEGO® BLOCK PARTY (GRADES K-5) Emmitsburg Wednesday, Jun. 14; 10:30 a.m. Join us for an afternoon of LEGO® fun. Get ready for Shark Week by creating a cool shark Middletown Wednesday, Jul. 12; 10:05 a.m. Emmitsburg Mondays, Jun. 12, Jul. 10, and Aug. 14; comb. Sign in at the circulation desk, as combs will be Point of Rocks Tuesday, Jul. 25; 11:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. printed on a first-come, first-served basis. Thurmont Monday, Jun. 26; 1:00 p.m. Walkersville Wednesdays, Jun. 7, 21, 28, Aug. 2, 9, Middletown Saturday, Jun. 24; 11:00 a.m. Walkersville Wednesday, Jun. 21; 1:00 p.m. 16, 23, 30, Saturdays, Jul. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 1:00 p.m. LEGO® WEDO EXPLORATIONS LEGO® ENGINEERING (GRADES K-8) OPEN STEM LAB (AGES 3-18) (GRADES K-5) Solve different engineering challenges using LEGO® Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Explore science through robot-based learning with bricks. concepts in the STEM Lab. Children under age 8 must LEGO® WeDo. Participants will engineer, code, and be accompanied by an adult. Middletown Wednesdays, Jun. 14, Jul. 12, and Aug. experiment. Brunswick Wednesdays, Jun. 14, 21, 28, Jul. 12, 19, 9; 4:00 p.m. Brunswick Tuesday, Jun. 27, Wednesday, Jun. 28, and 26, and Aug. 9, 16, 23; 3:00 p.m. and Wednesday, Jun. Thursday, Jun. 29; 2:00 p.m. MINECRAFT (GRADES K-5) R Middletown Tuesday, Aug. 29; 6:00 p.m. 7; 4:30 p.m. Enter the world of Minecraft to build, explore, and Thurmont Wednesday, Jun. 21; 2:00 p.m. C. Burr Artz Wednesdays, Jun. 7, 14, 21, Jul. 5, 12, 26, destroy! Walkersville Thursday, Aug. 10; 6:30 p.m. and Aug. 16, 23, 30; 6:30 p.m. Urbana Thursdays, Jun. 15, Jul. 13, and Aug. 17; 11:00 Thurmont Thursdays, Jun. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Jul. 6, 13, a.m. and 2:00 p.m. STRUCTURE CHALLENGE (GRADES 1-5) 20, 27, and Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 5:00 p.m., Fridays, Jun. It’s an engineering challenge! Design and build a 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Jul. 7, 14, 21, 28, and Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25; RECYCLING, STEM, AND YOU structure that can withstand an earthquake. 11:00 a.m, and Saturdays, Jun. 3, 10, 17, 24, Jul. 1, 8, 15, (GRADES 1-6) R Urbana Friday, Jun. 30; 2:00 p.m. 22, 29, and Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26; 3:00 p.m. Explore the world of recycling. Brunswick Wednesday, Aug. 23; 3:00 p.m. BUILDING WITH HOME DEPOT PRESCHOOL SCIENCE FAIR (AGES 3-5) Experiment with basic scientific concepts, tools, and C. Burr Artz Thursday, Jun. 15; 1:30 p.m. (GRADES 3- 5) materials. Be prepared to get messy. Middletown Wednesday, Aug. 9; 2:00 p.m. Build DIY kits provided by Home Depot. Emmitsburg Thursday, Jun. 8; 10:30 a.m. Point of Rocks Tuesday, Aug. 22; 2:00 p.m. Emmitsburg Thursday, Jul. 6; 2:00 p.m. Thurmont Friday, Jun. 23; 3:00 p.m. FAIRY TALE STEM (GRADES K-5) ELEMENTARY STEM LAB (GRADES K-5) Walkersville Tuesday, Aug. 1; 11:00 a.m. Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Use STEM skills to aid your favorite fairy tale characters concepts in the STEM Lab. Children under age 8 must STEM CHALLENGES (AGES 5+) on their adventures. be accompanied by an adult. Each week will focus on a different aspect of STEM, so C. Burr Artz Tuesdays, Jul. 11, 18, 25; 1:30 p.m. C. Burr Artz Mondays, Jun. 12, 19, 26, Jul. 3, 10, 17, there’s no telling what you’ll create or learn! Emmitsburg Saturday, Jul. 22; 1:00 p.m. 24, 31, and Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28; 11:00 a.m. C. Burr Artz Thursdays, Jun. 15, 22, 29, Jul. 6, 13, 20, Middletown Mondays, Jun. 5, 12, 19, 26, Jul. 3, 10, 17, Emmitsburg Saturday, Jul. 1; 2:00 p.m. 27, and Aug. 3; 3:00 p.m. 24, 31, and Aug. 7, 14, 21; 4:00 p.m. LEGO® BUILDING CHALLENGE! 3D PRINTING COOKIE CUTTER FOUNTAIN ROCK: ANIMAL ARCHITECTS (GRADES K-5) (GRADES 3-5) R (AGES 2+) Try our librarian-led engineering challenges, or just build Design a custom cookie cutter to be printed on our 3D Meet some resident animals of Fountain Rock Park and and explore! printer. Nature Center. Get to know where to find them, what Urbana Mondays, Jun. 12, Jul. 10, and Aug. 14; 3:00 p.m. Walkersville Thursdays, Jun. 15, and Jul. 20; 6:00 p.m. they eat, and how they survive in different habitats.

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Emmitsburg Saturday, Aug. 19; 11:00 a.m. Cunningham Falls Park Road, Thurmont. NATURE SPROUTS BUG HUNT (AGES 3-12) Thurmont Tuesday, Jul. 11; 6:30 p.m. Walkersville Tuesday, Jul. 18; 1:00 p.m. Learn about insects and join local entomologist Mike Urbana Monday, Aug. 14; 2:00 p.m. Turell on a bug hunt. WILDLIFE ADVENTURES: ANIMALS ON Walkersville Tuesday, Aug. 15; 1:00 p.m. Walkersville Tuesday, Aug. 1; 1:00 p.m. PARADE (AGES 2+) 2017 GSK SCIENCE IN THE SUMMER Learn animal facts and age appropriate messages FAMILY KEVA PLANK CHALLENGE (GRADES 2-3) through exploration of animal colors, sounds, and (AGES 0-13) Discover how science and nutrition help athletes and movements. Attention: Live animals. Walkersville Tuesday, Aug. 1; 6:30 p.m. explore the physics of sports. Limit 20. Caregivers must Brunswick Wednesday, Jul. 19; 10:30 a.m. register through this link: http://bit.ly/2ocXEiC. C. Burr Artz Thursday, Jul. 20; 2:00 p.m. DROP IN AND BUILD (GRADES K-5) Brunswick Monday, Jul. 17, and Tuesday, Jul. 18; Middletown Wednesday, Jul. 19; 2:00 p.m. Build alone or work together, but either way join us for 1:00 p.m. Urbana Friday, Aug. 4; 11:00 a.m. these fun building challenges! Building materials change each week. Thurmont Wednesday, Jul. 12, and Thursday, Jul. 13; Walkersville Thursday, Jul. 20; 10:05 a.m. 12:30 and 3:00 p.m. C. Burr Artz Mondays, Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28; 1:30 p.m. CATOCTIN CREEK NATURE CENTER VISITS CONSTRUCTION ZONE! (AGES 2-5) STEM CAREERS IN ANIMAL CARE THE LIBRARY (AGES 2+) Trucks, tools, and more! (GRADES K-12) Meet some resident animals of Catoctin Creek Nature Meet several special guests, learn more about various Center. Get to know where to find them, what they eat, Urbana Monday, Aug. 7; 3:00 p.m. careers in animal care, and meet live animals, too. and how they survive in different habitats. NATURE SPROUTS HIKE AT HERITAGE C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Jul. 12; 1:30 p.m. Brunswick Wednesday, Aug. 2; 3:00 p.m. FARM PARK (AGES 3-12) C. Burr Artz Friday, Jul. 28; 11:00 a.m. VIRTUAL REALITY ROADSHOW Explore nature with a scavenger hunt. Park is located Middletown Thursday, Aug. 10; 11:00 a.m. (AGES 4-ADULT) on Devilbiss Bridge Rd., across from Glade Elementary. Point of Rocks Wednesday, Jul. 19; 3:00 p.m. Meet at amphitheater. Experience virtual and augmented reality using Oculus Walkersville Tuesday, Aug. 8; 1:00 p.m. Rift, HTC Vive, Google Expeditions, Google Cardboard, 3,2,1 SUGO (GRADES K-5) and more! Presented in partnership with the Maryland It’s sumo wrestling for robots. Customize a robot BUILD A BETTER WORLD: DUPLO® State Library Agency and Futuremakers with funds from and watch it compete with others in the Sugo ring. MARBLE RUN (GRADES K-5) the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Presented by the Robo Rangers 4-H Club. Design and create your own marble run using DUPLO® C. Burr Artz Thursday, Jul. 13; 1:00 p.m. Walkersville Monday, Jul. 24; 1:00 p.m. bricks and pool noodles. MIDDLETOWN 250 STEAM DAY COMPUTER CODING (GRADES K-8) Urbana Thursday, Aug. 10; 2:00 p.m. (GRADES K-5) Explore the world of computer coding in a gaming STEM: SAILBOAT REGATTA (GRADES 3-5) In honor of Middletown’s 250th anniversary, explore R environment. Build and race sailboats. different historical periods with STEAM activities. Brunswick Monday, Jul. 24; 3:00 p.m. Emmitsburg Saturday, Aug. 12; 10:00 a.m. Middletown Saturday, Jul. 15; 11:00 a.m. 3D PRINTING (GRADES K-8) STOP MOTION MOVIE MAKING (GRADES BUILD A GEODESIC DOME (GRADES 3- 5) Learn how to design your own 3D object for printing. Enjoy construction books and build a geodesic dome. 2-6) R Brunswick Tuesday, Jul. 25; 3:00 p.m. Learn how to make a stop motion movie using the Emmitsburg Saturday, Jul. 15; 1:00 p.m. LEGO® MOVIE MAKER ANIMATION LEGO® Movie Maker App. LEGO® WEDO EXPLORATIONS (GRADES 1-5) R Urbana Wednesday, Aug. 16; 3:00 p.m. (GRADES 4-6) R Create stop-motion animation with the free LEGO® PARACHUTE PLAY AND COOPERATIVE Explore science through robot-based learning with Movie Maker app. GAMES (AGES 2-12) LEGO® WeDo. Participants will engineer, code, and Walkersville Wednesday, Jul. 26; 1:00 p.m. experiment. Beat the heat and play some cool games in the AC at the library. Bring a friend. If a lot of folks show up, we Urbana Monday, Jul. 17, and Tuesday, Jul. 18; COMPUTER CHOOSE YOUR OWN can use the BIG parachute. 3:00 p.m. ADVENTURE (GRADES K-8) Want to continue playing Minecraft, design another 3D C. Burr Artz Tuesday, Jun. 27; 1:30 p.m. 2017 GSK SCIENCE IN THE SUMMER creation, or increase your coding knowledge? THURMONT ACADEMY OF SELF-DEFENSE (GRADES 4-6) Enjoy some free time to pursue your own interests on (AGES 5-12) Discover how science and nutrition help athletes and the computer. R Martial arts demo and hands-on instruction. explore the physics of sports. Limit 20. Caregivers must Brunswick Thursday, Jul. 27; 3:00 p.m. register through this link: http://bit.ly/2ocXEiC. Thurmont Friday, Jul. 14; 2:00 p.m. Brunswick Monday, Jul. 17, and Tuesday, Jul. 18; APP AUTHORS: LEARN HOW TO BUILD AN 3:30 p.m. APP (AGES 8-12) R Learn how to build an app in this six-session course NATURE SPROUTS AT CUNNINGHAM presented in partnership with the University of Illinois ATTEND ANY PROGRAM FALLS MANOR AREA (AGES 3-12) iSchool. TO GET 50 SUMMER Meet animals who live at Cunningham Falls State C. Burr Artz Tuesdays, Aug. 1, 8, Wednesdays, Aug. CHALLENGE POINTS! Park’s Aviary. Meet at the Manor Visitor Center, 6709 2, 9, and Thursdays, Aug. 3, 10; 11:00 a.m.

22 fcpl.org DISCOVER SPACE ALL AGES CHILDREN DISCOVER SPACE KICK-OFF SPACE EXPLORERS (GRADES K-5) To kick off this summer of space excitement we are Discover space through hands-on exploration and out proud to welcome NASA engineer Dr. Adam Steltzner. of this world adventures. TEEN With a rock star’s presence, a storyteller’s gift, and C. Burr Artz Mondays, Jul. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; ENGINEERING (GRADES 6-12) a PhD in engineering physics, award-winning rocket 1:30 p.m. Discover space engineering challenge scientist Adam Steltzner is recognized as one of Middletown Mondays, Jun. 5, 12, 19, Jul. 3, 17, 24, C. Burr Artz Wednesdays, Jun. 28, and Aug. 30; NASA's most brilliant engineers and most unique and Aug. 7; 11:00 a.m. individuals. For 10 years Steltzner led a team of 4:00 p.m. engineers inventing, designing, testing, and retesting STORYTIME FROM SPACE (AGES 4-12) DIY LIGHT UP EARTH GLOBE Enjoy a pre-recorded story presented by International the revolutionary "sky crane" landing system that (GRADES 6-12) successfully placed the Curiosity rover on Mars. Space Station crew members, followed by STEM Learn the art of paper mache while creating your own activities. C. Burr Artz Friday, Jun. 2; 6:00 p.m. Earth globe to take home. Point of Rocks Mondays, Jun. 5, Jul. 3, and Aug. 7; Walkersville Tuesday, Jul. 18; 3:00 p.m. BUILD A MODEL ROCKET 6:30 p.m. (AGES 6-ADULT) R Walkersville Thursdays, Jun. 15, 29, and Jul. 13; CONSTELLATIONS IN A JAR (GRADES Build a model rocket with instruction from the 1:00 p.m. 6-12) National Association of Rocketry Headquarters Brunswick Thursdays, Jun. 15, Jul. 20, and Aug. 17; Want to learn about the night sky? Create a Astro-Modeling Section. All supplies will be provided. 6:30 p.m. constellation cluster in a jar to enjoy star gazing day Registration for this family program is required as Middletown Mondays, Jun. 26, Jul. 31, and Aug. 14; or night. space is limited. 11:00 a.m. Walkersville Tuesday, Jul. 25; 3:00 p.m. C. Burr Artz Saturday, Jun. 10; 10:00 a.m. ASTRONAUT TRAINING CAMP (GRADES TEEN STEM (GRADES 6-12) SALLY RIDE—WHO WANTS TO BE AN K-3) Hands-on space science topics and activities. ASTRONAUT? Shoot for the stars. Learn space science, and astronaut Middletown Thursdays, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 1:00 Mary Ann Jung, award-winning actress, portrays Sally training skills through games, stories, and make p.m. Ride, the first female astronaut in space. In the game projects. show portion the whole audience can guess at odd, Urbana Friday, Aug. 25; 3:00 p.m. PAPER AVIATION CREATIONS (GRADES surprising facts about life in zero gravity aboard the Walkersville Thursday, Jul. 27; 1:00 p.m. 6-12) space shuttle. Create a unique paper airplane and then race your C. Burr Artz Saturday, Jun. 10; 3:00 p.m. CONSTELLATION STORYTIME (AGES 3-8) friends to find out what flies the furthest. ROBOTICS DISCUSSION AND QUESTIONS A digital storytime to connect constellations visible in Walkersville Thursday, Aug. 17; 3:00 p.m. Aug. with favorite stories and a craft. WITH A NASA ENGINEER! Walkersville Thursday, Aug. 10; 1:00 p.m. MOON SAND (GRADES 6-12) Robotics/Tool Technology Development Expert Tim Continue the excitement of the solar eclipse by Horner shares his work at NASA. All ages welcome for GALACTIC STORYTIME (AGES 3+) making moon sand. this interactive program, followed by a Q and A. Stories, songs, and fun from a galaxy far, far away. Walkersville Tuesday, Aug. 22; 3:00 p.m. Urbana Wednesday, Jun. 14; 6:00 p.m. Point of Rocks Tuesday, Aug. 22; 11:00 a.m A HALF CENTURY OF ASTRONOMY Urbana Thursday, Aug. 10; 10:05 a.m. Dr. Ted Gull reflects on his achievements. Dr. Gull has Walkersville Thursday, Aug. 24; 1:00 p.m. done significant work with instruments at ground- OUTER SPACE PARTY (AGES 0-10) based observatories all over the world, has developed Explore the universe and enjoy outer space themed instruments for the Hubble Space Telescope still in games, crafts, and activities. use today, and has worked directly with astronauts to provide information for shuttle-based astronomy. Brunswick Wednesday, Aug. 16; 10:30 a.m. C. Burr Artz Thursday, Jun. 15; 7:00 p.m. SPACE ROVERS (GRADES 2-8) Design and build your own space rover using simple SOLAR ECLIPSE PARTY materials that will be provided. Experience the 2017 solar eclipse. Eclipse viewing glasses provided, while supplies last. Urbana Wednesday, Aug. 16; 6:00 p.m. Brunswick Monday, Aug. 21; 2:00 p.m. THE NIGHT SKY (AGES 0-13) Middletown Monday, Aug. 21; 2:00 p.m. Learn about constellations, meteors, and more Thurmont Monday, Aug. 21; 12:00 p.m. through experiments and activities. Urbana Monday, Aug. 21; 2:30 p.m. Walkersville Tuesday, Aug. 22; 6:30 p.m. Walkersville Monday, Aug. 21; 1:30 p.m. DISCOVER SPACE THROUGH MUSIC A REAL ASTRONAUT! (AGES 6-10) Coming this summer—Meet retired astronaut Frank Exploring space through classical and popular music, Culbertson. Check fcpl.org/discoverspace for date as well as songs made from NASA sound recordings. and time. Create your own tunes and art! C. Burr Artz Thurmont Thursday, Aug. 24; 3:30 p.m.

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BOOKS & AUTHORS EXAM JAM PLUS FUN (GRADES 6-12) HOOKED ON FISHING FOR TEENS AT Study for exams and take a break with fun word games WOODSBORO PARK (GRADES 6-12) R MOTHER-DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB and snacks. Learn knot tying, casting, and about fish habitat, and (GRADES 6-ADULT) Walkersville Tuesday, Jun. 6; 3:00 p.m. go fishing. Rods and bait provided. Presented by MD Department of Natural Resources. Read, discuss, and debate while enjoying refreshments. SCHOOL’S OUT PARTY (GRADES 6-12) Walkersville Tuesday, Jun. 27; 10:00 a.m. Thurmont Thursdays, Jun. 15, Jul. 20, and Aug. 17; Start your summer with a celebration! Music, 6:00 p.m. refreshments, fun, and games! Meet us on the deck. DIY TEENS (GRADES 6-12) YOUNG WRITER’S WORKSHOP AT Thurmont Friday, Jun. 9; 1:00 p.m. Escape summer boredom by creating unique DIY projects with recyclable materials and library resources. CURIOUS IGUANA (AGES 12-18) YU-GI-OH! (GRADES 4-12) Walkersville Wednesday, Jun. 28, Thursdays, Jul. 27, Free writing workshop with authors Meg Medina and Calling all novice Yu-Gi-Oh! Duelists. Learn the cards and Aug. 31; 3:00 p.m. Ellen Oh hosted by Curious Iguana in partnership with and join us for demonstrations. FCPL. Please call 301-695-2500 or email C. Burr Artz Sunday, Jun. 11; 2:00 p.m. TEEN KAROAKE (GRADES 6-12) [email protected] to register. Curious Iguana, After we watch "Moana" at 3 p.m., we will sing Disney 12 N. Market St., Frederick. TEEN THEATER: IMPROV WITH THE MET karoake! Wednesday, Jul. 19; 4:00 p.m. (GRADES 6-12) Urbana Thursday, Jun. 29; 5:00 p.m. Join actors from The Maryland Ensemble Theatre for an improvisation class. CAR MAINTENANCE TIPS FOR TEENS BY EDUCATION & ENJOYMENT Urbana Mondays, Jun. 12, Jul. 10, and Aug. 14; BROWNIE’S AUTO REPAIR (GRADES 9-12) R 7:00 p.m. Learn basic car maintenance skills—checking oil and TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (GRADES 6-12) tire pressure, and how to change a tire. Presented by Plan programs and discuss what your library can BOOK VS. MOVIE: "HOLES" BY LOUIS Brownie’s Auto Repair of Walkersville. do for you! SACHAR (GRADES 6-12) Walkersville Thursday, Jul. 6; 5:00 p.m. C. Burr Artz Wednesdays, Jun. 7, Jul. 5, and Aug. 2; Read the book, watch the movie with us, and decide: 4:00 p.m. was the book better than the movie? Light refreshments LIFE-SIZED CANDY LAND (GRADES 4-12) Urbana Thursdays, Jun. 1, Jul. 6, and Aug. 3; served. Rated PG. Play a life-sized version of Candy Land, created by the 6:00 p.m. Thurmont Wednesday, Jun. 14; 5:30 p.m. Teen Advisory Board. C. Burr Artz Saturday, Jul. 8; 2:00 p.m. FIRST-TIME CAR BUYING TIPS WITH URBANA FRIENDS GAME NIGHT SECOND CHANCES GARAGE (GRADES We invite our teens and young adults with special SPAGHETTI SCAVENGER HUNT 9-12) needs to play board games with our teen advisory (GRADES 6-12) Second Chances Garage presents tips and tricks to board. We provide board games and snacks! Like a scavenger hunt? Like to eat spaghetti? Visit the consider when buying your first new-to-you car. Bring Urbana Mondays, Jun. 19, Jul. 17, and Aug. 21; library for the combination of the two for a unique twist an adult or friend. 7:00 p.m. on a scavenger hunt. Walkersville Tuesday, Jul. 11; 3:00 p.m. Walkersville Thursday, Jun. 1; 6:00 p.m. TECH CHALLENGE AT SHADOWLAND CHESS CLUB (AGES 10-ADULT) (GRADES 6-8) R BORED? BOARD GAMES (GRADES 6-12) For those who want to learn and those who want to Laser tag is great fun, but how does it work? Learn all Bored? Bring a friend and play some new or old board play or sharpen their skills. Hosted by a USCF Class B the answers from our experts, play a game of laser tag, games while enjoying snacks. Rated Player! and then test your knowledge. Program located at the Walkersville Wednesdays, Jul. 12, and Aug. 9; Thurmont Saturdays, Jun. 3, Jul. 1, and Aug. 19; FSK Mall. 3:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. Point of Rocks Thursdays, Jun. 22, and Jul. 27; 10:00 a.m. BOOK VS. MOVIE: "ELLA ENCHANTED" BY POKETOWN GYM!: TEENS ONLY EDITION GAIL CARSON LEVINE (GRADES 6-12) (GRADES 6-12) SPEED STACKING (GRADES 6-12) Read the book, watch the movie with us, and decide: Use your own Pokemon cards to make decks and play Practice your hand and eye coordination all while was the book better than the movie? Light refreshments with others, and bring your Pokemon Video Games for having fun learning the skill of speed stacking. served. Rated PG. exciting head-to-head battles! Walkersville Thursday, Jun. 22, Wednesdays, Jul. 19, Thurmont Wednesday, Jul. 12; 5:30 p.m. Urbana Sundays, Jun. 4, and Jul. 30; 1:45 p.m. and Aug. 23; 3:00 p.m. MOTHER DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB TEEN TAKEOVER (GRADES 6-12) MOTHER DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB: (GRADES 6-12) Have a snack, hang out with friends, do an activity, AMINA’S VOICE (GRADES 6-12) Urbana Mondays, Jul. 24, and Aug. 28; 7:00 p.m. watch a movie. Discuss the novel "Amina’s Voice" by Hena Khan. Brunswick Monday, Jun. 5; 2:30 p.m. Then meet the author at Celebrate and Explore: Eid HARRY POTTER BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! on Jun. 28! Emmitsburg Tuesdays, Jun. 20, 27, Jul. 11, 18, 25, and (GRADES 6-12) Aug. 1, 8, 15; 1:00 p.m. Urbana Monday, Jun. 26; 7:00 p.m. After viewing "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" (PG-13) at 3 p.m. we will celebrate Harry Thurmont Mondays, Jun. 19, 26, Jul. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Potter’s birthday with food, games, and trivia. and Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28; 1:00 p.m. Urbana Thursday, Jul. 27; 5:00 p.m.

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SUPERHERO LOCK-IN (GRADES 6-12) Thurmont Wednesday, Aug. 9; 5:30 p.m. ANIME/MANGA CLUB: POKEMON Embrace your inner superhero at this special after-hours (GRADES 6-12) event! Enjoy an escape room, superhero trivia, snacks, TEEN CLOTHING SWAP (GRADES 6-12) Enjoy watching "Pokemon: The First Movie" (G). Snacks and more! Costumes are encouraged! Update your school wardrobe for free. Bring clean and provided! gently-used clothing and accessories to swap. Urbana Friday, Jul. 28; 6:00 p.m. Urbana Wednesday, Aug. 23; 3:00 p.m. Emmitsburg Saturday, Aug. 12; 1:00 p.m. PERCY JACKSON PARTY (GRADES 4-12) Calling all Demigods! Dress up, play games, and share TELL A JOKE DAY (GRADES 6-12) MAKE & CREATE your love for Percy Jackson! Come to the library with your best jokes to have a joke- off and help create a joke book. C. Burr Artz Saturday, Aug. 5; 2:00 p.m. BEADING WITH SUE (GRADES 6-12) Walkersville Wednesday, Aug. 16; 3:00 p.m. Design and create colorful beaded jewelry with artist JOIN THE REBEL ALLIANCE (GRADES 6-12) HARRY POTTER ALLIANCE: HERBOLOGY Sue Leveille. You can make a necklace, a key chain, or a Celebrate all things Rebel Alliance with crafts, activities, whirly wrap bracelet. snacks, and a screening of "The Force Awakens!" (GRADES 4-8) Brunswick Thursday, Jul. 20; 1:00 p.m. Thurmont Tuesday, Aug. 8; 1:00 p.m. Harry Potter fans unite to learn herbology from the masters, the master gardeners that is! C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Jun. 14; 1:00 p.m. BUILD A BETTER WORLD: MAKE YOUR C. Burr Artz Wednesday, Aug. 16; 4:00 p.m. Emmitsburg Tuesday, Jul. 18; 1:00 p.m. OWN DRAWSTRING BAG (GRADES 6-12) Middletown Tuesday, Jun. 6; 3:00 p.m. Create your own drawstring backpack! All materials TEEN VOLUNTEER THANK-YOU Point of Rocks Wednesday, Jun. 28; 6:00 p.m. provided. CELEBRATION (GRADE 9-12) Thurmont Thursday, Jul. 27; 1:00 p.m. Are you a teen who earned five or more volunteer hours Urbana Wednesday, Aug. 9; 3:00 p.m. Urbana Wednesday, Jun. 14; 3:00 p.m. at the Urbana library this summer? Join us as we say Walkersville Thursday, Jul. 13; 4:00 p.m. BOOK VS. MOVIE: "A MONSTER CALLS" "Thank You!" Sips and snacks will be provided. BY PATRICK NESS (GRADES 9-12) Urbana Thursday, Aug. 17; 3:00 p.m. Read the book, watch the movie with us, and decide: was the book better than the movie? Light refreshments served. Rated PG-13.

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HENA KHAN AUTHOR VISIT (GRADES FLYING LESSONS AUTHOR VISIT 4-ADULT) (GRADES 4+) Wednesday, Jun. 28 at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, Jul. 19 at 7:00 p.m. C. Burr Artz Public Library C. Burr Artz Public Library Hena Khan, author of "Amina’s Voice," a universal Award-winning authors Meg Medina and Ellen Oh story of self-acceptance and the acceptance of others, discuss their new book published in partnership with presents an author talk and question and answer We Need Diverse Books. Whether it is basketball session. Presented in partnership with Curious Iguana. dreams, family fiascos, first crushes, or new Book sales and signing to follow. neighborhoods, this bold anthology celebrates the uniqueness and universality in all of us. Presented STORIES WITH AUTHOR HENA KHAN in partnership with Curious Iguana. Book sales and (AGES 0-12) signing to follow. Wednesday, Jun. 28 at 5:00 p.m. Urbana Regional Library YOUNG WRITERS' WORKSHOP (AGES Hena Khan reads "Night of the Moon," a vibrantly 12-18) illustrated story told through the eyes of a seven- Wednesday, Jul. 19 at 4:00 p.m. year-old Pakistani-American girl named Yasmeen. Curious Iguana, 12 N. Market St., Frederick Presented in partnership with Curious Iguana. Book Free writing workshop with authors Meg Medina and sales and signing to follow. Ellen Oh hosted by Curious Iguana in partnership with FCPL. Please call 301-695-2500 or email [email protected] to register. MINH LE AUTHOR VISIT AND STORYTIME (AGES 0+) Saturday, Aug. 5 at 10:05 a.m. Urbana Regional Library Author Minh Le reads Let Me Finish at this special storytime for the whole family! Presentedfcpl.org in 25 partnership with Curious Iguana. Book sales and signing to follow. teen programs

DIY PAPER MACHE SUMMER BOWL Middletown Wednesday, Jun. 7; 11:00 a.m. PROGRAMMING ACADEMY (GRADES (GRADES 6-12) Point of Rocks Wednesday, Jul. 5; 3:00 p.m. 6-12) R Create a unique summer bowl with paper mache and Thurmont Thursday, Jun. 29; 11:00 a.m. Learn hands-on programming skills in Arduino, leave the mess at home. Part I includes creating the Urbana Wednesday, Jul. 12; 3:00 p.m. Raspberry Pi, Java, and Python. bowl and Part II, decoration. Middletown Monday, Aug. 7, Tuesday, Aug. 8, and Part I TEEN GARDEN (GRADES 6-12) Wednesday, Aug. 9; 1:00 p.m. Walkersville Wednesday, Jun. 14; 3:00 p.m. Help care for the garden, planned and planted by teens. Walkersville Thursdays, Jun. 8, Jul. 6, and Aug. 3; WEDO FUN FOR TEENS (GRADES 6-12) R Part II 3:00 p.m. Explore science through robot-based learning Walkersville Wednesday, Jun. 21; 3:00 p.m with LEGO® WeDo. Teens will code, engineer, and 3D PRINTING (GRADES 6-12) R experiment. DIY: FOR THE OUTSIDE (GRADES 6-12) Learn about 3D designing and printing using the 3D Walkersville Thursday, Aug. 10; 3:00 p.m. A variety of DIY projects to choose from to liven-up and printer. add fun to your outside space. Walkersville Thursdays, Jun. 15, Jul. 20, and Aug. ROLLER COASTER MARBLES Brunswick Tuesday, Jun. 20, Wednesday, Jun. 21, and 24; 3:00 p.m. (GRADES 6-12) Thursday, Jun. 22; 1:00 p.m. Create your own roller coaster with recycled materials 3D PRINTING WORKSHOP (GRADES 6-12) and marbles. PATRIOTIC PERLER BEADS (GRADES 6-9) R Walkersville Tuesday, Aug. 15; 3:00 p.m. Celebrate the 5th of Jul. by creating something patriotic Learn to program in TinkerCAD and design an item for out of perler beads. 3D printing. Walkersville Wednesday, Jul. 5; 3:00 p.m. Middletown Monday, Jun. 19, Tuesday, and Jun. 20; WELLNESS 1:00 p.m. DIY: FOR YOUR ROOM (GRADES 6-12) PARENTS & TEENS: GROWING STRONGER A variety of DIY projects to choose from to liven-up and TALKING TRASH: TOUR OF THE TOGETHER (GRADES 6-12) R add fun to your room. FREDERICK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF Use communications skills and apply them to budget Brunswick Tuesday, Jul. 25, Wednesday, Jul. 26, and SOLID WASTE (GRADES 7-12) R goal setting. Thursday, Jul. 27; 1:00 p.m. Find out about the environmental impacts of managing C. Burr Artz Thursday, Jun. 1; 6:30 p.m. waste. Meet at 9031 Reichs Ford Road, Frederick, DIY: FOR YOU (GRADES 6-12) 21704. TEEN FITNESS: URBANA BIKE TOUR WITH A variety of DIY projects to choose from to do for Walkersville Tuesday, Jun. 20; 3:00 p.m. BICYCLE ESCAPE (GRADES 6-12) yourself. R Meet us outside the back entrance with your bike and Brunswick Tuesday, Aug. 22, Wednesday, Aug. 23, TEEN STEM: CREATING ART WITH helmet. Bicycle Escape will offer free bike safety checks and Thursday, Aug. 24; 1:00 p.m. SCIENCE (GRADES 6-12) until one week before event. GOO—MAKE AND TAKE YOUR OWN Create works of art based on science concepts. Urbana Tuesday, Jun. 20; 5:00 p.m. Middletown Thursdays, Jul. 6, 13, 20, 27; 1:00 p.m. STYLE (GRADES 6-12) TEEN FITNESS: YOGA (GRADES 6-12) Goo—make it glittery and sparkly or dark and dismal, SOLAR OBSERVATION (GRADES 6-12) Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced yogi, join whatever your style! Observe our closest star with special telescopes and us for this all abilities class. Wear loose clothing and Thurmont Thursday, Aug. 24; 5:00 p.m. equipment from TriState Astronomy Club. bring water. Thurmont Saturday, Jul. 8; 10:00 a.m. Urbana Monday, Jun. 26; 3:00 p.m. STEM ROLLERCOASTER ACADEMY MY SO-CALLED TEENAGE DIET (GRADES 6-12) R (GRADES 6-12) TEEN STEM: ENGINEERING CHALLENGE Using concepts in physics, build a large roller coaster Diet, schmiet. Learn how to eat well (without feeling (GRADES 6-12) and compete in the great marble race! like a freak) to look and feel your best with Dr. Ashley Weekly hands-on engineering challenges to engage Middletown Monday, Jul. 10, Tuesday, and Jul. 11; Russell and the Common Market. creativity, designing, testing, and evaluating skills. 1:00 p.m. Thurmont Saturday, Jul. 29; 2:00 p.m. Middletown Thursdays, Jun. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 1:00 p.m. MINI-BOT AND MAKERS WORKSHOP TEEN FITNESS: OWN YOUR POWER (GRADES 6-12) R (GRADES 6-12) TEEN STEM LAB (GRADES 6-12) Build mini-bots and other tinkered creations. Learn to own your power and live fully. Embrace your Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Middletown Monday, Jul. 24, Tuesday, and Jul. 25; inner superhero! Snacks provided. concepts in the STEM Lab. 1:00 p.m. Urbana Monday, Jul. 31; 3:00 p.m. Thurmont Fridays, Jun. 2, Jul. 7, and Aug. 4; 3:00 p.m. SUMMER STEM RELAYS (GRADES 6-12) TEEN FITNESS: HOW TO EAT WELL AT Have fun learning about STEM while participating in SCHOOL (GRADES 6-12) FROM PULP TO PAPER (GRADES 6-12) R summer relays. Worried about eating healthy at school? Fitness expert Transform old scraps of paper into something exciting Walkersville Wednesdays, Jul. 26, and Aug. 30; and food guru Jenna Brooke-Destefano will help you and new. 3:00 p.m. avoid the pitfalls of cafeteria eating. Brunswick Thursday, Aug. 10; 1:00 p.m. Urbana Monday, Aug. 28; 3:00 p.m. Emmitsburg Saturday, Aug. 26; 10:30 a.m.

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The Smithsonian is coming to FCPL’s collaboration between the Smithsonian Brunswick Branch Library. The Brunswick Institution and State Humanities Councils Heritage Museum, in partnership with nationwide. Support for Museum on Main Brunswick Branch Library, will host the Street has been provided by the United Museum on Main Street traveling exhibit States Congress. “The Way We Worked” “The Way We Worked” from July 21 has been made possible in Brunswick by to Sept. 9. Brunswick was chosen by Maryland Humanities. Maryland Humanities as one of five host sites in Maryland for the exhibit in 2017. The exhibit will highlight the country’s working past, enhanced by items from Smithsonian the Brunswick Museum’s collection that Institution will allow visitors to more closely explore the history of work in Brunswick. Look Stay updated on for events at the Brunswick Heritage Museum and the Brunswick Branch the latest library Library during the exhibit, including programs about the C&O Canal, the events and railroad, genealogy, and more. Visit N fcpl.org for a complete schedule of programming. events or see page 14. “The Way We Worked”, an exhibition fcpl.org/ created by the National Archives, is part of Museum on Main Street, a newsletters

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Library Love Stories Mrs. Ann Walker Sustaining Library Supporter My husband, Mark, and I moved to Frederick in 2014, following our youngest daughter who ended up here after graduating from Virginia Tech. After many years as a Virginia state employee, I am now happily retired. I was the “Front Desk Lady” at our local community college and met every single student that walked through the door. The job was lots of fun, but also exhausting! In my retirement, I love having more time to devote to gardening, yoga, reading, and the internet. I get together weekly with a worldwide group of friends on “What Am I Reading Wednesday” to talk about books and exchange recommendations. The first book I remember completely loving was Linnets and Valerians by Elizabeth Goudge. It had humor, mystery, magic, and an amazing bee-filled enchanted garden that I am continually aspiring to create in my backyard. The library has been an important place throughout my life. As a young teen, I explored the world of classical music through my library’s record collection and discovered a love of opera. I’ve found that as a parent I was able to instill a love of books and learning in my children. Last summer, I participated in the Summer Reading Challenge and got to explore Frederick and read outside my comfort level. I got to watch my husband, who has not been a great library user in the past, discover audio books on Hoopla. The libraries offer such fabulous opportunities that I think how lucky we are to be alive right now! I choose to support the library through “Checkbook Activism.” We don’t do Netflix or cable television, and we aren’t big movie goers, so for us, it’s reading. The library offers services that are free; I don’t mind giving back in this way. In fact, my first gift to the library was made last November, on Giving Tuesday. I was so delighted by the help I’d received from Teresa Vorce, Materials Manager, in discussing book purchase suggestions that I made a gift in her honor. Every library employee I’ve come in contact with has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Mr. John Sinnicki Teen Advisory Board Volunteer I’m a junior at Urbana High School, and I’ve lived in Frederick my entire life. When I’m not volunteering at the library, I’m working on school work, listening to music, playing the piano, swimming, or reading. I’ve been going to the library my whole life. I remember my mom would bring two gigantic bags and fill them with books. We would check out, and the receipt would be 6-feet long. And, honestly, the library has been an important part of my life, not just checking out books but discovering new authors. As a young person, the Harry Potter series by J. K. Rowling got me interested in reading, so I think of them as my favorite books and where my love of reading began. Of the entire series, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows was by far the best one in my opinion, and so it’s my favorite. Aside from books, the library staff has played a significant role in my decision to become a volunteer. As I’ve gotten to know them better, I think of them more like friends. When I was looking for a volunteer project in 2014, I stumbled upon the library’s STEM lab. The more I learned about the Lab, the more I thought it was a good fit. I decided to get involved and now spend almost every Saturday volunteering at the STEM lab. Overall, I’ve loved my time as a library patron and volunteer at the C. Burr Arts Library in downtown Frederick. I can check out books and give back to my community by volunteering, which has been an incredibly enriching experience for me. I want other kids and teens to see the library as a cool place to be, and I hope I can serve as a good role model. To learn more about giving back to the library by making a gift or by becoming a volunteer, visit fcpl.org/support.

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A Modern Library in Need of Advocates

The Urbana Regional Library opened its Katherine is a former government doors to the public in the fall of 2006. In attorney and now a stay-at-home parent 2006, George W. Bush was president, the to two beautiful girls. With days filled with cost of gas rose to over $3 a gallon, and activities, kindergarten, and preschool, the Justin Timberlake was bringing sexy back Esposito family are regulars at the library. all across America. For Urbana, the library Dropping by on a Sunday afternoon, Siena would open in August and a Starbucks in and Adela burst through the doors and head December, a real sign of times to come. straight for the books, barely stopping to Over the last 10 years, Urbana has grown take off mittens and coats. They each fill Urbana Regional Library (FURL) meetings quite dramatically. New residential bags clear to the top with books, chosen because she enjoyed hearing about new neighborhoods have turned library entirely at random. “We’ve read some great events and offering input as someone with meeting rooms into a cultural center for stuff that way,” Katherine says. small children. special events and guest speakers. New She and her husband came to the D.C. This summer, in partnership with FURL, businesses have allowed for thriving area for their jobs but then moved to FCPL will begin fundraising for an community partnerships like the library’s Frederick County for a slower pace. When innovative early literacy play and learning annual Starlight Family Film Festival. A asked about why she chose Urbana, space. With nearly half of Frederick short walk in one direction and locals can Katherine said, “It’s hard to say what we County children failing to demonstrate grab a bite to eat, and in the other, they love most. The people are kind, and the the skills needed for the Kindergarten can find a national park. Over the years, community is welcoming. We’ve been Readiness Assessment test in 2016, both the people of Urbana have created a space very happy with the schools so far; it’s a FCPL and FURL are dedicated to offering that has the illusion of a suburban city but great place to raise a family.” the best possible library services to the still retains its small-town charm. Over the years, the library has become community. Ranked number 35 in Time Magazine’s a familiar destination and an important “We want to return the favor by helping “Best Places to Live 2015,” Urbana has place to Katherine and her family. “Our expand the early literacy play area for seen an influx of people looking to find family loves the library, and we have used not just our own kids, but also for their their home in a diverse and changing it so much over the past several years. The younger friends, neighbors, and future Frederick County. building itself is a great space for people generations.” And we need your help. One of those individuals who was drawn to to gather. The programming is high quality To learn more about supporting the Urbana is Katherine Esposito and her family. and covers a wide variety of interests.” library or making a gift to the Libraries Katherine began attending Friends of the of the Future Fund, visit fcpl.org/ support.

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Please add my name to the FCPL email list. Donors who make a gift to Or make gift online at: the libraries will be recognized fcpl.org/support throughout the year. Frederick County Public Libraries ON MY NIGHTSTAND Board of Trustees George J. Laugelli // Chair Cory McNamee Candy Greenway // Vice Chair Graphic Designer, Octavo Designs Debbie Kiser // Secretary/Treasurer This year, I made a resolution to read more nonfiction. I decided to pick up Kyle Kane Shirley Jackson: A Rather Haunted Life by Ruth Franklin. Shirley Jackson is one of my top five favorite authors, and Franklin’s book offers fascinating insight Susan Manny into the woman behind macabre works such as The Lottery and The Haunting of Hill House. Blanca Poteat I have also been working through Toni Morrison’s library of work. Cheryl G. Smith Her novel entitled Love is currently on my nightstand. Love tells the story of multiple generations of women and their complex connection to one man, Bill Cosey. Morrison’s nonlinear narrative style always Frederick County leaves me in awe. There is emotion packed into every sentence. Public Libraries Director Lastly, I have also been reading Lincoln in the Bardo by George Darrell Batson Saunders. The book is not like anything I have ever read. The novel is structured with alternating voices of ghosts telling the story of the death of Abraham Lincoln’s son, Willie. Saunders does an excellent Support job conveying the emotions of loss and speculating what comes after Volunteer or make a gift donation death. I’m also excited to listen to the audiobook version of the novel, at fcpl.org/support. which is performed by a cast of 166 narrators including Nick Offerman, David Sedaris, Lena Dunham, and Susan Sarandon. Connect

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Sign up for our monthly eNewsletter The amazing services and resources at FCPL constantly provide impact in my at fcpl.org/newsletters. personal and professional life. The library is my “indoor pool” where I can take a dive into new, unexplored concepts. ABOUT FREDERICK As a nonprofit professional, the library is my high-tech grant database where I can find resources COUNTY PUBLIC for the missions I care deeply about. It’s also my exclusive VIP pass to have conversations with our world’s top leaders through their autobiographies. With a myriad of hard copy and electronic LIBRARIES resources, FCPL’s Grant Seeker’s Resource Center has been an invaluable resource in my work. The By facilitating the public’s freedom to Resource Center’s Foundation Directory Online alone has an estimated value that surpasses the explore, to invent, and to transform, annual budget of most nonprofit organizations. I started my career Frederick County Public Libraries (FCPL) by winning $300,000 for a nonprofit via this tool, and I continue to connects people to ideas and to each leverage it to earn funds for the missions I care about. other, helping to foster individual and community growth. I am always compelled to learn about national issues of social inequality, and how best I can act locally to ameliorate them. Books Branch locations are in Brunswick, such as The New Jim Crow, by Michelle Alexander, and The Other Wes Emmitsburg, C. Burr Artz Branch in Downtown Frederick, Middletown, Moore, by Wes Moore, speak toward that constant work. Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Ask anyone close to me and they will tell you I am the master of bad Point of Rocks, Thurmont, Urbana, and jokes. I may have laughed out loud in several coffee shops as I read Walkersville. Learn more at fcpl.org. Ellen Degeneres’ book, Seriously…I’m Kidding. As a “Star Wars” fan, I am enjoying every passage written by the late Carrie Fisher in The FCPL HOLIDAY SCHEDULE Princess Diarist. I enjoy these books because they focus on finding reasons to laugh and enjoy life. July 4 // Closed