Events for July 16, 2026

Occurring on the 3rd Thursday of the month at the Kitzmiller branch, representatives from the Garrett County Department of Social Services will be in the library to serve the community through their assistance outreach program. Customers can come see a DSS staff person at any of these locations to pick up paperwork, drop off paperwork, apply for services like SNAP, CASH Assistance, and Medical Assistance, or just to ask questions about the programs and services offered by our agency. Staff can also provide a referral to other community agencies if we do not have a program to address the person’s needs. ANYONE can access ANY of these locations. This schedule provides flexibility to our customers who may be working in communities away from their home or who may be facing transportation challenges. These locations also provide support to our customers by making DSS forms available to customers during the location’s open hours of business. Customers can look for the file box labeled “DSS FORMS” to pick up forms, information, or a pre-paid envelope in which to return completed forms to our office for processing. Please note: If Garrett County schools are canceled due to inclement weather, the outreach activity is […]

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters! Meet every Thursday of the month. Disclaimers: Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Please join us to play Mah-Jongg at the Ruth Enlow Library in Grantsville, MD, on Thursdays from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. Meet new friends and exercise your brain! If you don't know how to play, we'll teach you! For more information, please ask the staff at the desk. Disclaimers: Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Do you have a young reader in your life looking for a fun and rewarding way to spend their Wednesday and Thursday afternoons? Join the Reading Buddies program! Located right in the HART lobby, Enzo's Library is the perfect place to bring your kiddos, pick out some awesome books, and read to our adorable, adoptable dogs and cats. And guess what? You can even take the books home with you! Reading Buddies takes place on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:00 - 5:00 PM. *Please note, all readers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the program. A big shoutout to The Bavis Foundation for sponsoring this amazing initiative and providing books, bookmarks, and treats! Want to join in? Simply fill out a volunteer application and let us know you're interested in the Reading Buddies program when we reach out. Spots are limited to 4 participants (not including guardians), so be sure to sign up soon!  Fill out the volunteer application here Questions? Email us at cari@hartforanimals.org. Our furry friends can't wait to meet you!