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Can you find the Elf on the Shelf at George's Creek Library?

All Day 12/2 - 12/23
George's Creek Library
Program Type:
Fun & Learning
Age Group:
Young Children (0-5), Elementary (6-11), Tweens and Teens (12-17), Adult (18+)

The George's Creek Library has a new visitor! Can you find Georgie? He may be hiding on a shelf or behind a book! Use your eagle eyes to find your new friend!

 

Tags: Holiday

Library Branch: George's Creek Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-5), Elementary (6-11), Tweens and Teens (12-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Fun & Learning
Event Details:

The George's Creek Library has a new visitor! Can you find Georgie? He may be hiding on a shelf or behind a book! Use your eagle eyes to find your new friend!

 

Tags: Holiday

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Programming Department at 301-777-1200.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Media Content Disclaimer

We can provide content ratings but encourage each library user to choose the appropriateness of the library event according to their individual and family needs, tastes, and values.

Photo Disclaimer

Allegany County Library System may be taking photos at library sponsored programs.  Your participation in the program signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you.  Please speak to a librarian now if you would prefer that your photo not be taken.  

Bingocize

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Cumberland Meeting Room at South Cumberland Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Activity for Spectrum group

South Cumberland Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: South Cumberland Library
Room: South Cumberland Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Activity for Spectrum group

Homeschool Teen Hangout

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Frostburg Meeting Room at Frostburg Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Socialization of homeschool teens. A parent will remain at all times. Game playing and converstaion.

Frostburg Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Frostburg Library
Room: Frostburg Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Socialization of homeschool teens. A parent will remain at all times. Game playing and converstaion.

Photos of kids reading with therapy animals and elves reading with children. All text details included in event descriptions.

Storybook Holiday at Frostburg Library

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Frostburg Library
Program Type:
Fun & Learning, Student Success
Age Group:
Young Children (0-5), Elementary (6-11), Tweens and Teens (12-17), Adult (18+)
  • Storybook readings with the Tail Waggin' Tutors from 11:45 am to 12:45 pm.
  • Kids can do a craft while visiting.

Read to these amazing and loveable pets that are trained therapy animals to build confidence in reading out lou

Library Branch: Frostburg Library
Age Group: Young Children (0-5), Elementary (6-11), Tweens and Teens (12-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Fun & Learning, Student Success
Event Details:
  • Storybook readings with the Tail Waggin' Tutors from 11:45 am to 12:45 pm.
  • Kids can do a craft while visiting.

Read to these amazing and loveable pets that are trained therapy animals to build confidence in reading out lou

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Programming Department at 301-777-1200.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Disclaimer

Allegany County Library System may be taking photos at library sponsored programs.  Your participation in the program signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you.  Please speak to a librarian now if you would prefer that your photo not be taken.  

Checkmate Chess Club

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
South Cumberland Study Room at South Cumberland Library
Purpose of Meeting:

 

South Cumberland Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: South Cumberland Library
Room: South Cumberland Study Room
Purpose of Meeting

DnD

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
The Jeannette Johnson Study Room at LaVale Library
Purpose of Meeting:

DND

LaVale Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: LaVale Library
Room: The Jeannette Johnson Study Room
Purpose of Meeting

DND

White Elephant Party at South Cumberland Library Flyer

White Elephant Party at South Cumberland Library

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:15pm
South Cumberland Meeting Room at South Cumberland Library
Program Type:
Community Health & Wellness, Community Services, Fun & Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
White Elephant Party at South Cumberland Library presented by the Friends of the South Cumberland Library

Registration Required
Library Branch: South Cumberland Library
Room: South Cumberland Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community Health & Wellness, Community Services, Fun & Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:
White Elephant Party at South Cumberland Library presented by the Friends of the South Cumberland Library

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Programming Department at 301-777-1200.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Disclaimer

Allegany County Library System may be taking photos at library sponsored programs.  Your participation in the program signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you.  Please speak to a librarian now if you would prefer that your photo not be taken.  

paper mates

Paper Mates at LaVale Library

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:45pm
LaVale Library
Program Type:
Career & Skill Building, Community Health & Wellness, Fun & Learning
Age Group:
Tweens and Teens (12-17), Adult (18+)
  • Work on your scrapbooking, junk journaling, vision boards, collages, or anything paper craft related!
  • Share supplies with fellow crafters
  • Visualize thoughts and emotions while also recording memories
Library Branch: LaVale Library
Age Group: Tweens and Teens (12-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Career & Skill Building, Community Health & Wellness, Fun & Learning
Event Details:
  • Work on your scrapbooking, junk journaling, vision boards, collages, or anything paper craft related!
  • Share supplies with fellow crafters
  • Visualize thoughts and emotions while also recording memories

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Programming Department at 301-777-1200.

Photo Disclaimer

Allegany County Library System may be taking photos at library sponsored programs.  Your participation in the program signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you.  Please speak to a librarian now if you would prefer that your photo not be taken.  

Checkmate Chess Club

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
South Cumberland Study Room at South Cumberland Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Chess Club

South Cumberland Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: South Cumberland Library
Room: South Cumberland Study Room
Purpose of Meeting

Chess Club

Battle of the Books flyer

Battle of the Books Competition for Middle School Students Virtual Informational Meeting

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Authors & Book Groups, Career & Skill Building, Fun & Learning, Student Success
Age Group:
Tweens and Teens (12-17), Adult (18+)

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

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Tweens and Teens (12-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Authors & Book Groups, Career & Skill Building, Fun & Learning, Student Success
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Programming Department at 301-777-1200.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Disclaimer

Allegany County Library System may be taking photos at library sponsored programs.  Your participation in the program signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you.  Please speak to a librarian now if you would prefer that your photo not be taken.  

Princess Story Time at LaVale Library. Little ones enjoy a story read by library staff.

Story Time at LaVale Library

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
LaVale Conference Room at LaVale Library
Program Type:
Community Health & Wellness, Community Services, Fun & Learning, Story Time, Student Success
Age Group:
Young Children (0-5), Elementary (6-11)
Story Time:

Grow your child's early literacy skills with a fun-filled time of book reading, singing, rhyming, moving, and creating with one of our amazing Program Specialists!

Library Branch: LaVale Library
Room: LaVale Conference Room
Age Group: Young Children (0-5), Elementary (6-11)
Program Type: Community Health & Wellness, Community Services, Fun & Learning, Story Time, Student Success
Grow your child's early literacy skills with a fun-filled time of book reading, singing, rhyming, moving, and creating with one of our amazing Program Specialists!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Programming Department at 301-777-1200.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Disclaimer

Allegany County Library System may be taking photos at library sponsored programs.  Your participation in the program signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you.  Please speak to a librarian now if you would prefer that your photo not be taken.  

Virtual meeting

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
The Jeannette Johnson Study Room at LaVale Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To attend virtual informational meeting for upcoming respite camp trips for 2026.

LaVale Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: LaVale Library
Room: The Jeannette Johnson Study Room
Purpose of Meeting

To attend virtual informational meeting for upcoming respite camp trips for 2026.

Abilities Network

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
LaVale Study Room at LaVale Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Abilities Network Meeting

LaVale Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: LaVale Library
Room: LaVale Study Room
Purpose of Meeting

Abilities Network Meeting

Abilities Network

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
LaVale Meeting Room B at LaVale Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Abilities Network Meeting

LaVale Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: LaVale Library
Room: LaVale Meeting Room B
Purpose of Meeting

Abilities Network Meeting

JR SDS Meeting

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Washington Street Meeting Room at Washington Street Library
Purpose of Meeting:

SDS Meeting/modules

Washington Street Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Washington Street Library
Room: Washington Street Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

SDS Meeting/modules

KIBU Learning

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Cumberland Meeting Room at South Cumberland Library
Purpose of Meeting:

KIBU Learning

South Cumberland Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: South Cumberland Library
Room: South Cumberland Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

KIBU Learning

GC Methodist Study

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
George’s Creek Meeting Room at George's Creek Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Bible Study.

George's Creek Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: George's Creek Library
Room: George’s Creek Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Bible Study.

Children activity at Story Time

Story Time at George's Creek Library

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
George’s Creek Story Time Room at George's Creek Library
Program Type:
Community Health & Wellness, Community Services, Fun & Learning, Story Time, Student Success
Age Group:
Young Children (0-5), Elementary (6-11)
Story Time:

Grow your child's early literacy skills with a fun-filled time of book reading, singing, rhyming, moving, and creating with one of our amazing Program Specialists!

Library Branch: George's Creek Library
Room: George’s Creek Story Time Room
Age Group: Young Children (0-5), Elementary (6-11)
Program Type: Community Health & Wellness, Community Services, Fun & Learning, Story Time, Student Success
Grow your child's early literacy skills with a fun-filled time of book reading, singing, rhyming, moving, and creating with one of our amazing Program Specialists!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Programming Department at 301-777-1200.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Disclaimer

Allegany County Library System may be taking photos at library sponsored programs.  Your participation in the program signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you.  Please speak to a librarian now if you would prefer that your photo not be taken.  

Purple tea cups stacked with bold text 'Tuesday Social Hour' All event details in description

Tuesday Social Hour at Frostburg Library

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Frostburg Meeting Room at Frostburg Library
Program Type:
Community Health & Wellness, Fun & Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Join us for a hot drink, casual conversation and space to play cards, a board game, or word puzzles. 
Bring a friend or join us to meet new people for Tuesday Social Hour!

Library Branch: Frostburg Library
Room: Frostburg Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community Health & Wellness, Fun & Learning
Event Details:

Join us for a hot drink, casual conversation and space to play cards, a board game, or word puzzles. 
Bring a friend or join us to meet new people for Tuesday Social Hour!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Programming Department at 301-777-1200.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Disclaimer

Allegany County Library System may be taking photos at library sponsored programs.  Your participation in the program signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you.  Please speak to a librarian now if you would prefer that your photo not be taken.  

An Evening With Santa Snow Date Set up

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
South Cumberland Meeting Room at South Cumberland Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Santa Party Snow Date

South Cumberland Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: South Cumberland Library
Room: South Cumberland Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Santa Party Snow Date

Teen Literary Arts graphic

Teen Literary Arts Workshop at the Washington Street Library

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Washington Street Meeting Room at Washington Street Library
Program Type:
Authors & Book Groups, Career & Skill Building, Community Services, Fun & Learning, Student Success
Age Group:
Tweens and Teens (12-17)

Share, learn, and practice writing with other teens and published members of the Maryland Writers’ Association! Poetry, short stories, and essays of all skill levels are welcome.

2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 4PM - 5PM, Washington Street Library

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Washington Street Library
Room: Washington Street Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens and Teens (12-17)
Program Type: Authors & Book Groups, Career & Skill Building, Community Services, Fun & Learning, Student Success
Registration Required
Event Details:

Share, learn, and practice writing with other teens and published members of the Maryland Writers’ Association! Poetry, short stories, and essays of all skill levels are welcome.

2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 4PM - 5PM, Washington Street Library

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Programming Department at 301-777-1200.

Photo Disclaimer

Allegany County Library System may be taking photos at library sponsored programs.  Your participation in the program signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you.  Please speak to a librarian now if you would prefer that your photo not be taken.  

SCI Meeting

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
The Jeannette Johnson Study Room at LaVale Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Quarterly Visit

LaVale Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: LaVale Library
Room: The Jeannette Johnson Study Room
Purpose of Meeting

Quarterly Visit

An Evening With Santa Snow Date

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
South Cumberland Meeting Room at South Cumberland Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Santa Party Snow Date and clean up

South Cumberland Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: South Cumberland Library
Room: South Cumberland Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Santa Party Snow Date and clean up

Paint and sip flyer, painting of a snowy park with trees and shining lamppost

Paint & Sip (Hot Cocoa Edition!) at the Washington Street Library

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Washington Street Meeting Room at Washington Street Library
Program Type:
Career & Skill Building, Community Services, Fun & Learning
Age Group:
Tweens and Teens (12-17), Adult (18+)

Join us for a cozy evening at the library as we sip hot cocoa and paint a beautiful winter scene together!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Washington Street Library
Room: Washington Street Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens and Teens (12-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Career & Skill Building, Community Services, Fun & Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy evening at the library as we sip hot cocoa and paint a beautiful winter scene together!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Programming Department at 301-777-1200.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Disclaimer

Allegany County Library System may be taking photos at library sponsored programs.  Your participation in the program signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you.  Please speak to a librarian now if you would prefer that your photo not be taken.