Upcoming Events
Check our calendar of events site for more events. List of currently registering programs.
Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown BranchSaturday, July 25, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!
Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least five of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!
Volunteer Opportunity at the Finksburg Branch Garden
Finksburg BranchSaturday, July 25, 2026 - 9:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 14 - 17
Class registration and more information
Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you! We are looking for students ages 14 - 17 to assist our local Master Gardeners with the maintenance of the Finksburg Branch Garden. Please dress appropriately, wear sunscreen, and bring water. Garden clean-up days are weather-dependent.
Saturday Storytime
Mount Airy BranchSaturday, July 25, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Saturday Adventures
Eldersburg BranchSaturday, July 25, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!
Unearth Your Story: A Bubble, Comedy, and Music Show
Westminster BranchSaturday, July 25, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Get out your cameras and your paleontology tools because we are about to go on a dancing adventure with some really rad dinosaurs! Kids will pop bubbles, dance, sing, laugh, use their imaginations, and connect with the coolest dinosaurs that have ever walked on this planet. The show is crafted to be inclusive for all children, including children on the autism spectrum, and a great time for parents and caregivers! Each song in our high-energy show is accompanied by hands-on, visual, and sensory experiences designed to help kids learn and have fun at the same time.
Christmas in July
Finksburg BranchSaturday, July 25, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information
Escape the summer heat and dive into a flurry of festive creativity with our Christmas in July craft program! Crafts include acrylic resin ornaments, snow globes, and more. All supplies will be provided.
Intro to Carvera CNC
Exploration CommonsSaturday, July 25, 2026 - 10:00am - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
This one-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine. This class will cover project design utilizing Makera's congruent software, MakeraCAM, along with other compatible software available at Exploration Commons. There will be a break from 12 to 1 PM between the morning and afternoon sessions.
All program registrants must complete the Prerequisite Module for the In-Person Carvera Desktop CNC Class before attending this program.
Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the Carvera CNC independently.
Intergenerational Art
Mount Airy BranchSaturday, July 25, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
Join us for a very special afternoon here at the library! Bring your grandparents (or other beloved adults!) along for a special project: to draw and paint portraits of each other. Children will draw their adults, and adults will draw their children. All supplies will be provided.
Read with a Furry Friend
Eldersburg BranchSaturday, July 25, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - 17
Class information
Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog from My Caring Paws. Research shows that reading to animals can boost children's reading skills and help with emotional and social skills. Struggling readers are encouraged to participate.
Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!
Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least five of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!
Family Storytime
Mount Airy BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Family Storytime
Westminster BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Journey to the Center of the Earth with the Science Guys!
Finksburg BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 12
Class registration and more information
Join us as we travel from outer space inward to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible! Unearth the story of our planet through interactive elements that explore planetary motion, the elements, changes over time, and even eruptions!
Mr. Lilo in Concert
Eldersburg BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 10
Class information
Mr. Lilo invites you to sing, dance, jump, and play along with a rocking concert in English and Spanish!
Read and Play
North Carroll BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Carroll County Workforce Development Day
Eldersburg BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.
Teen Maker Camp: Morning Session
Exploration CommonsMonday, July 27, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:30pm
Ages: 13 - 18
Class registration and more information
Teens, join us for four days of hands-on makerspace exploration this summer! Each day's class will focus on a different topic: laser engraving, 3D printing, vinyl cutting, and music creation/editing. Teens will finish the week with several completed projects incorporating what they've learned.
Participants must be able to attend and actively participate in all four days of their registered Maker Camp session. Maker Camp does not result in equipment use certification for Exploration Commons.
Let's Move!
Mount Airy BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
Join us for an interactive storytime where we're learning through movement. We'll explore books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles!
Move and Learn
North Carroll BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown)
Taneytown BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: Birth - 18
Class information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.
Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Class information
Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.
Mushroom Crafts
North Carroll BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Class registration and more information
A crafty afternoon for mushroom and insect fans. Sculpt a magnetic mushroom, design a toadstool house, and make insect hair clips and pins.
Strategy Games
Eldersburg BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Please drop in anytime between the hours listed and learn or teach a game. Most strategic games take between 1.5 to 3 hours to play.
There will be games at various levels available to play, such as Cascadia, Plunder, Catan, Azul, Sykjo, and Triominos, to name a few. You are welcome to bring your favorite game to teach/play.
Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Kids
Taneytown BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 6 - 11
Class registration and more information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for kids, so join us to show you're the best player your age in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!
Teen Maker Camp: Afternoon Session
Exploration CommonsMonday, July 27, 2026 - 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 13 - 18
Class registration and more information
Teens, join us for four days of hands-on makerspace exploration this summer! Each day's class will focus on a different topic: laser engraving, 3D printing, vinyl cutting, and music creation/editing. Teens will finish the week with several completed projects incorporating what they've learned.
Participants must be able to attend and actively participate in all four days of their registered Maker Camp session. Maker Camp does not result in equipment use certification for Exploration Commons.
Hooks & Needles
Mount Airy BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Class information
Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or any other portable project to the library to work alongside other crafters. Get out of the house and enjoy some company while you stitch a few more rows. Drop in anytime; no instruction will be provided.
Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens
Taneytown BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 11 - 18
Class registration and more information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for teens, so join us to show you're the best player in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!
Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board
Westminster BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Class registration and more information
Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too! Participants can join us in person or log in virtually through Zoom by registering.
Roasted Tomato Pasta Salad
Exploration CommonsMonday, July 27, 2026 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
Learn to make this fresh and flavorful summer side dish in this hands-on class. Zippy dressing, roasted tomatoes, and fresh herbs level up this summertime staple. A great addition to your next barbeque or summer gathering. There is no fee for this class.
Craft and Chill
Taneytown BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
Low-key crafting and time with friends. Supplies will be provided to spark your creativity so you can make a project unique to you.
North Carroll Book Discussion Group: Lessons in Chemistry
North Carroll BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
This month's selection is Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.
Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg BranchMonday, July 27, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information
Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor. Meditation exercises will be incorporated into the practice. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a blanket, yoga mat, and a strap (or belt or towel).
Battle of the Books After Hours Social
OffsiteMonday, July 27, 2026 - 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information
Attention Battle of the Books After Hours teams! Come to our summer social to mix and mingle with other teams, purchase Battle of the Books After Hours titles from Park Books on Main, swap books, and have fun at Stratosphere Social! Whether you are signed up to compete this year, competed in past years, are on the waitlist, or just want to mingle with other bookish folks, register now to attend our summer social. Plan to stay the whole time or just drop in!
Presented by Carroll County Public Library in partnership with Stratosphere Social and Park Books on Main.
Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!
Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least five of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!
Read and Play
Eldersburg BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Potomac Community Services
Taneytown BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
Class information
A client engagement specialist will visit the branch to share available services for both adults and children. Adult Services offers mental health case management focused on advocacy, education, connecting individuals to community resources, and supporting treatment to improve quality of life. The Children’s Program provides coordinated mental health support for ages 6–18, helping families set goals, access benefits and resources, improve stability, and promote healthy development.
Read and Play
Finksburg BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Read and Play
Mount Airy BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Read and Play
Taneytown BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Read and Play
Westminster BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Create, Explore, and More: Crazy Car Creators
North Carroll BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 8 - 13
Class registration and more information
We will build and test our own mini car, then make it zoom using balloons, rubber bands, and whatever creative ideas we can invent!
Teen Maker Camp: Morning Session
Exploration CommonsTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:30pm
Ages: 13 - 18
Class registration and more information
Teens, join us for four days of hands-on makerspace exploration this summer! Each day's class will focus on a different topic: laser engraving, 3D printing, vinyl cutting, and music creation/editing. Teens will finish the week with several completed projects incorporating what they've learned.
Participants must be able to attend and actively participate in all four days of their registered Maker Camp session. Maker Camp does not result in equipment use certification for Exploration Commons.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Twos and Threes Together
Taneytown BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Twos and Threes Together
Mount Airy BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Twos and Threes Together
Westminster BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown)
Taneytown BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: Birth - 18
Class information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.
Drop-In Diamond Painting
Taneytown BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 1:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary!
Rocks and Geodes
Eldersburg BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Class registration and more information
Join us to crack open natural geodes and see what's inside! All materials will be provided for you.
Teen Maker Camp: Afternoon Session
Exploration CommonsTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 13 - 18
Class registration and more information
Teens, join us for four days of hands-on makerspace exploration this summer! Each day's class will focus on a different topic: laser engraving, 3D printing, vinyl cutting, and music creation/editing. Teens will finish the week with several completed projects incorporating what they've learned.
Participants must be able to attend and actively participate in all four days of their registered Maker Camp session. Maker Camp does not result in equipment use certification for Exploration Commons.
English Conversation Group
Mount Airy BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
*NEW NIGHT* Join us for a friendly group gathering to practice speaking English. This program, led by a partner from the Literacy Council of Carroll County, is geared toward adults who are English language learners. All levels welcome.
Diverse Voices Book Club: It Rhymes With Takei
Westminster BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
Join us for a monthly book discussion focusing on a diverse author's work. Each month, we will select a young adult or adult title written by an author from a diverse background so we can learn from others' perspectives. Our July selection is It Rhymes With Takei by George Takei. Attendees are welcome to attend in person at CCPL's Westminster Branch or virtually through Zoom.
Bake Together: Soft Pretzels
Exploration CommonsTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:15pm
Ages: 6 - 18
Class registration and more information
Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them.
This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:
- At least one child aged 6–18
- At least one adult
- You may fill the remaining two spots in the group with 2 additional participants, aged 6 or older, or leave them unfilled.
Carroll 250: Braddock's Tars: The Sailors of the Braddock Expedition
North Carroll BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
A little known party of thirty-three Royal Navy sailors marched with Braddock's army in the 1755 expedition to attack Fort Duquesne that ended as a disastrous failure on the banks of the Monongahela. In Braddock's Tars: Common Sailors and the Braddock Expedition, Kyle Dalton will use their story as a lens to look at the larger picture of common sailors in the British Atlantic World and discuss what we can learn from ordinary people in extraordinary situations.
This program is part of the Carroll 250 Speaker Series celebrating the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the 1776 United States Declaration of Independence.
Pajama Party Storytime
Finksburg BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.
Mount Airy Teen Advisory Board
Mount Airy BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Class information
Calling all teens with a love of the library! Earn service hours while making friends, beautifying the library, and planning programs!
Pajama Party Storytime
Westminster BranchTuesday, July 28, 2026 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.
Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!
Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least five of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!
Writing Group
Eldersburg BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 9:15am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Writers of all levels and genres are invited to join our weekly writing group. It is a flexible, drop-in, stay-as-long-as-you-like environment. The primary goal is to dedicate quiet time away from the daily chaos to make consistent progress on your novel or children's book. Bring your current project to work on during this time. At 10 AM, we will brainstorm, critique, and share knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry. You are welcome to share a short piece of writing during this time for critique.
Move & Groove Storytime
Eldersburg BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.
Family Storytime
Finksburg BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Read and Play
Mount Airy BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Family Storytime
North Carroll BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Mount Airy Knitters
Mount Airy BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Adults
Class information
Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.
Read and Play
Westminster BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Read and Play
Taneytown BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Teen Maker Camp: Morning Session
Exploration CommonsWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:30pm
Ages: 13 - 18
Class registration and more information
Teens, join us for four days of hands-on makerspace exploration this summer! Each day's class will focus on a different topic: laser engraving, 3D printing, vinyl cutting, and music creation/editing. Teens will finish the week with several completed projects incorporating what they've learned.
Participants must be able to attend and actively participate in all four days of their registered Maker Camp session. Maker Camp does not result in equipment use certification for Exploration Commons.
Move & Groove Storytime
Eldersburg BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.
Ready, Set, School!
Finksburg BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Class information
This special storytime for preschoolers promotes pre-reading and school readiness skills. Get ready for kindergarten through books, songs, activities, and lots of fun!
Twos and Threes Together
Westminster BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown)
Taneytown BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: Birth - 18
Class information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.
Plants! Un-be-LEAF-able and Fun!
Eldersburg BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12
Class registration and more information
Meet Ann McCallum Staats, author of Fantastic Flora: The World's Biggest, Baddest, and Smelliest Plants. Participants will dig into the fascinating world of plants as they investigate the ingenious methods plants use to survive. With an emphasis on STEM, this hands-on presentation will have audience members appreciating plants long after the event is over. A book signing will accompany the program with books available for purchase from Park Books on Main.
Teen Maker Camp: Afternoon Session
Exploration CommonsWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 13 - 18
Class registration and more information
Teens, join us for four days of hands-on makerspace exploration this summer! Each day's class will focus on a different topic: laser engraving, 3D printing, vinyl cutting, and music creation/editing. Teens will finish the week with several completed projects incorporating what they've learned.
Participants must be able to attend and actively participate in all four days of their registered Maker Camp session. Maker Camp does not result in equipment use certification for Exploration Commons.
Jurassic Park in the Library
Taneytown BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 10 - 16
Class registration and more information
Play a live-action game at the library based on the '90s movie Jurassic Park! We'll split the players into teams, and they'll compete against each other in real-life games to see who can finish first!
The Perfect Patty Melt
Exploration CommonsWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information
Participants will make traditional patty melts and uncover the secrets to crafting the perfect patty melt, where juicy beef patties meet golden, grilled bread and a traditional Russian dressing.
Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Class information
Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.
Midweek Movie and Munch: Zootopia 2
Westminster BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Join us for an evening of movie magic and a snack. Doors open at 5:50 to find your seat and get your snacks; showtime is at 6! Please bring your own bottle of water to enjoy with our salty popcorn.
This week we will be showing the animated buddy comedy Zootopia 2. The film is rated PG with a runtime of 1 hour and 50 minutes.
Family Fun Night
North Carroll BranchWednesday, July 29, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
Wear your pajamas and listen to stories before bed. Join us for family fun, featuring stories, music, crafts, play, and time with friends.
Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!
Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least five of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!
Read and Play
Eldersburg BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Sewing Skills: Using Templates
Exploration CommonsThursday, July 30, 2026 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
Learn how templates can increase sewing speed and accuracy. In this class, we will make a 12" x 18" reversible placemat with mitered corners. This class is a Level 1 skills class, you must meet the prerequisites below to register.
Prerequisites and Required Skills:
- Intro to Basic Sewing Skills and/or have EC Sewing Machine Certification
- can thread a sewing machine and wind a bobbin
- can sew items together with different seam allowances
- have previously sewn items equivalent to the projects in the Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes: small fabric container, lined canvas tote with webbing handles, lined pouch with zipper
Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided.
Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Family Storytime
Mount Airy BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Family Storytime
Taneytown BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Mr. Lilo in Concert
North Carroll BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 10
Class information
Mr. Lilo invites you to sing, dance, jump, and play along with a rocking concert in English and Spanish!
Twos and Threes Together
Westminster BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished writers, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. All genres are welcome: novel, short story, essay, poetry, memoirs, spiritual, sci-fi, fiction, and nonfiction. This group is led by Barbara D. Duffey, an experienced writing workshop leader and author of five books.
Teen Maker Camp: Morning Session
Exploration CommonsThursday, July 30, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:30pm
Ages: 13 - 18
Class registration and more information
Teens, join us for four days of hands-on makerspace exploration this summer! Each day's class will focus on a different topic: laser engraving, 3D printing, vinyl cutting, and music creation/editing. Teens will finish the week with several completed projects incorporating what they've learned.
Participants must be able to attend and actively participate in all four days of their registered Maker Camp session. Maker Camp does not result in equipment use certification for Exploration Commons.
One Up Games
Taneytown BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 10:00am - 1:00pm
Ages: 12 - 18
Class information
Explore various next-gen consoles and gaming monitors! Enjoy all the popular video games, along with a mixture of classic and retro games. Play what you wish, with the freedom to move to any system and play any game. Monitors, consoles, games, and controllers are all provided!
Family Storytime
Eldersburg BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Family Storytime
Westminster BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Read and Play
Finksburg BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown)
Taneytown BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: Birth - 18
Class information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.
CCGS Research Thursday
Westminster BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Class information
Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.
Kick-o-saurus Kids
Taneytown BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
Class registration and more information
Come be a kick-o-saurus kid and kick up some martial arts fun with Choe's Hap Ki Do instructors! Learn basic martial arts skills while developing discipline, respect, and self-confidence.
Teen Maker Camp: Afternoon Session
Exploration CommonsThursday, July 30, 2026 - 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 13 - 18
Class registration and more information
Teens, join us for four days of hands-on makerspace exploration this summer! Each day's class will focus on a different topic: laser engraving, 3D printing, vinyl cutting, and music creation/editing. Teens will finish the week with several completed projects incorporating what they've learned.
Participants must be able to attend and actively participate in all four days of their registered Maker Camp session. Maker Camp does not result in equipment use certification for Exploration Commons.
One Up Games
North Carroll BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 12 - 18
Class information
Explore various next-gen consoles and gaming monitors! Enjoy all the popular video games, along with a mixture of classic and retro games. Play what you wish, with the freedom to move to any system and play any game. Monitors, consoles, games, and controllers are all provided!
Westminster Branch Chess Club
Westminster BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor. All pawns, bishops, knights, rooks, queens, and kings are welcome! Our club sessions consist of 30 minutes of instruction and one hour of open play. Boards and pieces will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own set(s) from home.
Dino-mite Key Chains!
Taneytown BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information
Don't let the kids have all the dino fun! We'll make some fun and funky dinosaur-themed key chains or bag charms. All supplies will be provided.
Pajama Party Storytime
Mount Airy BranchThursday, July 30, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.
The Zentangle Method of Drawing-based Mindfulness
OnlineThursday, July 30, 2026 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 10 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
In this online class, Jill Suffel, CZT (Certified Zentangle Teacher), will lead us through a relaxing drawing activity that starts with four dots and a line. The outcome will amaze you! Please have the following supplies handy: white paper, a black pen, a pencil, and something with which to smudge.
Registration closes at 4:30 PM on the day of the program. You will receive the Zoom link via email by 6:00 PM on the day of the program.
Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown BranchFriday, July 31, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!
Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least five of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!
Read and Play
North Carroll BranchFriday, July 31, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Stomp, Roar, and Play!
Westminster BranchFriday, July 31, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 8
Class information
Stomp, roar, and play your way through the dinosaur age! Kids will move through fun, hands-on stations featuring dinosaur-themed activities like tossing, jumping, and obstacle courses. Each station helps build important motor skills while keeping kids active and engaged. Join Mr. Chris on the adventure and become a dinosaur explorer!
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Eldersburg BranchFriday, July 31, 2026 - 10:00am - 3:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Class information
Donate blood and save a life. Set up an appointment here.
Chair Yoga at the Library
North Carroll BranchFriday, July 31, 2026 - 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information
Focus on simple stretches, mindful breathing, and relaxation techniques through chair yoga at the library! This class is a great way to improve your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being in a welcoming environment. No prior yoga experience or supplies are needed—just bring your curiosity and a smile!
Lunchtime Concerts: Patrick Budd
Westminster BranchFriday, July 31, 2026 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Join us for our summer Lunchtime Concerts series featuring the country/alt-rock music of Patrick Budd. Feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket.
In partnership with Fine Tuned Presents.
Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown)
Taneytown BranchFriday, July 31, 2026 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: Birth - 18
Class information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.
Make a Paper Quilled Bookmark
North Carroll BranchFriday, July 31, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Class registration and more information
Get creative and learn the art of paper quilling! In this program we will discover how to roll, shape, and arrange colorful paper strips to design a custom bookmark.
Teens Bake: Soft Pretzels
Exploration CommonsFriday, July 31, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:45pm
Ages: 13 - 17
Class registration and more information
Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them.
Paleontology STEAM: Exploring Grids
Taneytown BranchFriday, July 31, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 6 - 12
Class registration and more information
Grids are a helpful tool for scientists to track their findings in the field. We'll explore this method through cookie excavations and grid art.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament
Mount Airy BranchFriday, July 31, 2026 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
Class information
Who is the ultimate Smash Bros. player? Join us for an evening Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament to find out. Play against your friends on the branch's Nintendo Switch for the right to call yourself the tournament champion!
Teen After Hours Escape Room & Movie Night: Jurassic World Rebirth
Westminster BranchFriday, July 31, 2026 - 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Class registration and more information
Join the Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board as we get in the Summer Reading mood with an escape room themed to Jurassic Park and a showing of the Jurassic World Rebirth movie! Snacks will be provided. Jurassic World Rebirth is rated PG-13.
