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Library Closings
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We will be closed
Friday, November 10th,
Thursday, November 23rd
&
Friday, November 24th
in observance of
Veterans Day and Thanksgiving.
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STEM Festival
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MD STEM Festival 2017
Saturday, Nov. 4th @ 11-4
The Festival provides inspirational, educational, and accessible programming in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) throughout Maryland.
Fletcher Library
301.739.3250 x325
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Quilt Raffle
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Friends of the Library
Winner drawn Dec 4th
This quilt was created, pieced & bound and donated by Rev. Eleanor Doub. It was longarm quilted by Janet Holdridge and measures 82 X 92.
Raffle tickets can be purchased at any branch of the Washington County Free Library.
The drawing will be held Monday, Dec. 4, 2017 and the winner will be notified.
$2 each or 3 for $5
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McCauley Lecture
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George Washington's Potomac River:
Uniting a Nation
Monday, Nov. 6th @ 7:00 pm
In this talk, Edward G. Lengel looks at how Washington's entrepreneurship inspired his leadership, and how the Potomac River played a central role in his--and the nation's--success.
Fletcher Library
301.739.3250
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Do you enjoy the great activities including family movie events, live music, informative classes, and historical lectures that we offer here at Washington County Free Library? Remember to stop in and take advantage of all the great activities that we offer.
For a full listing of all the exciting programs happening around the county see the latest issue of our
Main Street Newsletter.
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Wednesday, November 1st @ 5:00 pm
Our guest speaker will be Sarah Hull, Community Partnerships/YA Library Associate.
The Young Adult Department is a vibrant, diverse, active part of our central branch. Programs provide opportunities for teens to inquire and create in a safe environment, as well as meet others with similar interests. Young Adult books allow teens a chance to explore new worlds and grow as people. This department is an important resource for tweens, teens, young adults, and new adults as they navigate life in an often turbulent world. Sarah will talk about what is happening in the Young Adult Department. Hope to see you
there.
Fletcher Branch 301.739.3250 Room #334
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1:00 PM "HOW TO START A NONPROFIT"
Participants will learn about the pros and cons of being a nonprofit and the process and costs involved. Presenter Heather Comstock has been involved in the Maryland nonprofit sector for over ten years and with the start-up of several nonprofit organizations. She currently provides nonprofit consulting services and serves as a nonprofit board member.
3:00 PM "INTRODUCTION TO FINDING GRANTS"
The workshop will be led by Harry Sachs, Business and Government Librarian, and is an overview of what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders. Janice Rosenberg of the Foundation Center's Washington Office will discuss the 10 most important things you need to know about finding grants
Fletcher Branch 301.739.3250
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Meet the Author: Gerard L. Blake
Tuesday, November 7th @ 7:00 pm
Author Gerard L. Blake discusses his new book,
The Wright Brothers 1904 & 1905: Developing and Test Flying The Wright Flyer II and The Wright Flyer III.
Books will be available for sale that evening. Please call the branch library and let us know you will be attending
Smithsburg Branch Library 301.824.7722
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Events for Teens @ The
Library
Books by the Dozen : Donuts and Discussion
Friday, November 3rd @ 5:00
Eat donuts and discuss what you are currently reading.
Fletcher Branch 301.739.3250
Teen Library Council
Every Wednesday @ 5:00
Earn SSL hours by joining the Teen Library Council, a volunteer group that meets at the library and helps with library programs.
Fletcher Branch 301.739.3250
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Activities for Children @ The Library
Middle School Bookclub
Wednesday, November 15th @ 3:30 pm
Join our middle school bookclub as it meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 3:30PM. Ask at the Children's Desk about obtaining a copy of the month's book Artemis Fowl. For grades 5-8.
Fletcher Library 301.739.3250 X250
Holiday Cards for our Troops
The Children's Department at the Alice Virginia and David W. Fletcher Library will be collecting holiday cards for our service men and women stationed far from home this holiday season. Drop your cards off today, and thanks for brightening up someone's holidays! Card making supplies will be available in the Children's Department. Contact the Children's Desk for more details.
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Thanks for supporting your library! Please feel free to reply with any comments or questions.
Sincerely,
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Your friends at the Washington County Free Library |
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