New this year - a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site will be held every week at the Emmitsburg Branch Library in 2013. Advance registration is required by calling 301-662-0294.

Specially trained volunteers from Mount Saint Mary's business classes will provide free assistance in the library's Community Room every Wednesday from Noon-5 pm February 6 through April 10th. Through the IRS VITA program, median to low-income tax payers are able to access free tax preparation services for simple returns for individuals earning less than $51,000 annually.

The Emmitsburg Branch Library has partnered with United Way of Frederick County, Mount Saint Mary's University, Seton Center, Inc. and the Housing Authority of The City of Frederick to provide this free service for the community.