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3D Design Skills: Sketching
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Ready to take your 3D design skills to the next level? In this comprehensive, hands-on session in Onshape, a powerful cloud-based computer-aided design (CAD) platform, we will explore the sketch tools available for creating the foundations of our 3D designs.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Ready to take your 3D design skills to the next level? In this comprehensive, hands-on session in Onshape, a powerful cloud-based computer-aided design (CAD) platform, we will explore the sketch tools available for creating the foundations of our 3D designs.
Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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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.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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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.
Cinderella’s Fall Ball Puppet Show
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 3 - 12
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The prince is having a fall ball and you're invited! Will Cinderella get to go or will she have to stay home and clean? Who will the prince dance with and will he find his true love? Join us as we sing and dance our way through one enchanted evening!
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 3 - 12
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The prince is having a fall ball and you're invited! Will Cinderella get to go or will she have to stay home and clean? Who will the prince dance with and will he find his true love? Join us as we sing and dance our way through one enchanted evening!
Maryland Military History
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Join us for a special evening as historian Jonathan Beasley walks us through Maryland's military history with a focus on the Civil War.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Join us for a special evening as historian Jonathan Beasley walks us through Maryland's military history with a focus on the Civil War.
Virtual Teen Advisory Board: Service Learning Opportunity
Online
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Are you interested in volunteering virtually at the library? Join us for Teen Advisory Board (TAB), a monthly meeting where teens help plan programs, complete service-oriented projects, and advise the library on teen-related topics.
Online
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Registration and more information
Are you interested in volunteering virtually at the library? Join us for Teen Advisory Board (TAB), a monthly meeting where teens help plan programs, complete service-oriented projects, and advise the library on teen-related topics.
Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Cinderella’s Fall Ball Puppet Show
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 12
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The prince is having a fall ball and you're invited! Will Cinderella get to go or will she have to stay home and clean? Who will the prince dance with and will he find his true love? Join us as we sing and dance our way through one enchanted evening!
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 12
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The prince is having a fall ball and you're invited! Will Cinderella get to go or will she have to stay home and clean? Who will the prince dance with and will he find his true love? Join us as we sing and dance our way through one enchanted evening!
Family Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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 Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Advanced Laser Cutting: Precision Techniques
Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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We will discuss precision techniques to improve your laser project outcomes. Topics will include centering-point alignment, printed registration marks, using jigs or templates, and the importance of maintaining a settings notebook. Exploration Commons Laser certification is required prior to attending this program. This class is appropriate for individuals who have made their own projects on the laser.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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We will discuss precision techniques to improve your laser project outcomes. Topics will include centering-point alignment, printed registration marks, using jigs or templates, and the importance of maintaining a settings notebook. Exploration Commons Laser certification is required prior to attending this program. This class is appropriate for individuals who have made their own projects on the laser.
North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, 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.
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, 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.
Carroll County Workforce Development Day
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join Carroll County Workforce Development for a pop-up event at CCPL's Taneytown Branch! Learn about free career services, opportunities for free training, updating your resume, and getting connected to employers.
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join Carroll County Workforce Development for a pop-up event at CCPL's Taneytown Branch! Learn about free career services, opportunities for free training, updating your resume, and getting connected to employers.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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 Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 11:00am - 11:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 11:00am - 11:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Flight & Migration with Migration Matters Game
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 8 - 18
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Join 4-H Environmental Educator Torrey Silliman to explore why birds fly! Birds are one of three groups of animals that have evolved the ability to fly (along with insects and bats). How do they do it? Join us to discover the answer to these questions. Come ready to move as we play a migration simulation game!
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 8 - 18
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Join 4-H Environmental Educator Torrey Silliman to explore why birds fly! Birds are one of three groups of animals that have evolved the ability to fly (along with insects and bats). How do they do it? Join us to discover the answer to these questions. Come ready to move as we play a migration simulation game!
Demystifying Funeral Planning
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
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What goes into planning a funeral or memorial celebration? What are all the options, and how can you ensure your wishes are followed? What are the benefits of preplanning versus someone making these decisions after a death? Join Eliza Feller, Sol Levinson's Director of Advance Planning & Funeral Director, as she provides information and answers your questions to demystify funeral planning. Eliza's role is to educate the community and help people ease decision-making during loss.
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
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What goes into planning a funeral or memorial celebration? What are all the options, and how can you ensure your wishes are followed? What are the benefits of preplanning versus someone making these decisions after a death? Join Eliza Feller, Sol Levinson's Director of Advance Planning & Funeral Director, as she provides information and answers your questions to demystify funeral planning. Eliza's role is to educate the community and help people ease decision-making during loss.
Crafty Movie: Strange World
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Come out to make a fun craft and watch Strange World. The film is rated PG.
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Come out to make a fun craft and watch Strange World. The film is rated PG.
Festive Fall Charcuterie Board for Two: Day One
Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Step up your fall snacking game with this two-session hybrid makerspace/teaching kitchen class! On day one, we'll use design software and our Fusion Pro laser cutter to make a custom fall-themed or winter-themed charcuterie board. Head to the kitchen on day two to learn how to arrange your charcuterie board artfully. One registration covers two people working collaboratively to design and arrange a single charcuterie board.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Step up your fall snacking game with this two-session hybrid makerspace/teaching kitchen class! On day one, we'll use design software and our Fusion Pro laser cutter to make a custom fall-themed or winter-themed charcuterie board. Head to the kitchen on day two to learn how to arrange your charcuterie board artfully. One registration covers two people working collaboratively to design and arrange a single charcuterie board.
Read to a Dog
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 4 - 12
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Read to a puppy from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program! Reading to a dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially for struggling readers.
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 4 - 12
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Read to a puppy from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program! Reading to a dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially for struggling readers.
Classic Movie Bingo
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a fun bingo night with plenty of prize-winning and a classic movie twist!
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a fun bingo night with plenty of prize-winning and a classic movie twist!
Pajama Party Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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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 Branch
Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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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.
Mix and Mingle
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 5
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This is a fun, informal, and play-based program for children and their caregivers. Each month, we fill the meeting room with toys and activities that encourage learning and healthy development so families can spend time together and make new friends. What makes this program special is that in each session, we will invite a community resource professional to participate so caregivers can ask questions and get information on raising healthy, happy children.
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 5
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This is a fun, informal, and play-based program for children and their caregivers. Each month, we fill the meeting room with toys and activities that encourage learning and healthy development so families can spend time together and make new friends. What makes this program special is that in each session, we will invite a community resource professional to participate so caregivers can ask questions and get information on raising healthy, happy children.
Sensory Sensitive Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: All Ages
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This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free storytime.
Finksburg Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: All Ages
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This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free storytime.
Bird Parade
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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It's a bird parade! Celebrate our feathered friends in style. We'll make crafts, play with kites, and show off our looks with a parade around the library.
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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It's a bird parade! Celebrate our feathered friends in style. We'll make crafts, play with kites, and show off our looks with a parade around the library.
Preschool Science: Make and Learn Kits
Westminster Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
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Join us as we encourage preschoolers to think like scientists while observing, examining, and exploring various Make and Learn Kits. We will explore technology, math, engineering, and much more!
Westminster Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
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Join us as we encourage preschoolers to think like scientists while observing, examining, and exploring various Make and Learn Kits. We will explore technology, math, engineering, and much more!
Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
North Carroll Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read
Finksburg Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:45am - 11:45am
Ages: 4 - Adults
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An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy dogs for people and children of all abilities. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome.
Finksburg Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:45am - 11:45am
Ages: 4 - Adults
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An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy dogs for people and children of all abilities. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome.
Ultimate Holiday Mocktails
Exploration Commons
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Add some new alcohol-free drink options to your next holiday gathering!
Exploration Commons
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Add some new alcohol-free drink options to your next holiday gathering!
Shrekfest
Westminster Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join the Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board as we kick off our Shrekfest! Celebrate like you're Lord Farquaad with Gingerbread Man crafts, a showing of the original Shrek movie, a Shreksophone dance party, Shrek video games, and more. Dressing up in costume is encouraged but not required. Green snacks will be provided, but bring your own onions and waffles.
Westminster Branch
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join the Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board as we kick off our Shrekfest! Celebrate like you're Lord Farquaad with Gingerbread Man crafts, a showing of the original Shrek movie, a Shreksophone dance party, Shrek video games, and more. Dressing up in costume is encouraged but not required. Green snacks will be provided, but bring your own onions and waffles.
Registration and permission slips are required for this after-hours event; download a copy here or pick one up at the Westminster Branch's Customer Service Desk.
Saturday Adventures
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing, crafts, and there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing, crafts, and there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!
Saturday Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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 Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Stress Busters
Westminster Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Need some time to de-stress? Come try some stress busters, from a make-your-own sugar scrub to chocolate tasting and coloring sheets.
Westminster Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Need some time to de-stress? Come try some stress busters, from a make-your-own sugar scrub to chocolate tasting and coloring sheets.
Carroll County Writers Group
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:15pm
Ages: Adults
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Join the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association for their monthly meeting at CCPL's Finksburg Branch as we discuss "Historical Research Strategies in Period Fiction and Creative Nonfiction Writing."
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:15pm
Ages: Adults
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Join the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association for their monthly meeting at CCPL's Finksburg Branch as we discuss "Historical Research Strategies in Period Fiction and Creative Nonfiction Writing."
Minecraft for Me
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 5 - 11
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Join us for an afternoon of Minecrafting on the library servers! We’ll start with a group build in Creative, then play around in Survival mode. Inexperienced players are welcome to bring a grownup to assist.
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 5 - 11
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Join us for an afternoon of Minecrafting on the library servers! We’ll start with a group build in Creative, then play around in Survival mode. Inexperienced players are welcome to bring a grownup to assist.
Alice in Wonderland Preview
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Don't be late for this important date! The Francis Scott Key Players are coming to the library with a preview of their fall production, Alice in Wonderland. All ages are welcome to see a sneak peek of the show, meet the cast, and enjoy other Wonderland activities.
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Don't be late for this important date! The Francis Scott Key Players are coming to the library with a preview of their fall production, Alice in Wonderland. All ages are welcome to see a sneak peek of the show, meet the cast, and enjoy other Wonderland activities.
Free Spirit Book Club: The Dutch House
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Dutch House by Ann Patchett.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Dutch House by Ann Patchett.
Robot Pumpkin Smash
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 4 - Adults
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Join the Robo-Lions, a team of students, as they fire up their robots for Robot Pumpkin Smash! Find out how long it takes a robot to crack open a pumpkin. This program is a collaboration between PIE3 (Partnership in Inspiration for Engineering Education and Entrepreneurship), Robo-Lions, and Carroll County Public Library.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 4 - Adults
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Join the Robo-Lions, a team of students, as they fire up their robots for Robot Pumpkin Smash! Find out how long it takes a robot to crack open a pumpkin. This program is a collaboration between PIE3 (Partnership in Inspiration for Engineering Education and Entrepreneurship), Robo-Lions, and Carroll County Public Library.
Paint a Paper Pumpkin
Westminster Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 8 - 13
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Come paint and decorate a papier-mâché pumpkin to serve as a centerpiece for your family's fall table. All supplies will be provided, but they will be limited to registrants only.
Westminster Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 8 - 13
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Come paint and decorate a papier-mâché pumpkin to serve as a centerpiece for your family's fall table. All supplies will be provided, but they will be limited to registrants only.
Onshape: Beyond the Basics
Exploration Commons
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Ready to take your 3D design skills to the next level? In this project-based session in Onshape, a powerful cloud-based computer-aided design (CAD) platform, we will dive further into fundamental 3D modeling techniques for creating functional designs.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Ready to take your 3D design skills to the next level? In this project-based session in Onshape, a powerful cloud-based computer-aided design (CAD) platform, we will dive further into fundamental 3D modeling techniques for creating functional designs.
Previous Onshape experience is strongly recommended.
Carroll County Critique Group
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Please join the Carroll County Critique Group as we meet to discuss our writing efforts and achievements.
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Please join the Carroll County Critique Group as we meet to discuss our writing efforts and achievements.
Infant Lapsit Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Infants and young babies who are crawlers/pre-walkers and their caregivers are invited to this laid-back, gentle program to enjoy nursery rhymes and stories together as we start baby's love of reading and begin to build literacy skills, all from the comfort of their favorite grownup's lap.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Infants and young babies who are crawlers/pre-walkers and their caregivers are invited to this laid-back, gentle program to enjoy nursery rhymes and stories together as we start baby's love of reading and begin to build literacy skills, all from the comfort of their favorite grownup's lap.
Is your little one starting to walk and is more wiggly and active? Check out our Read and Play programs Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Thursdays at 9:30 AM!
Preschool Vision Screening
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 9:30am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 6
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Drop by for a free vision screening for preschool-aged children. Testing covers nearsightedness, farsightedness, unequal focusing, and differences in the power of the eyes. Offered in partnership with the Lineboro-Manchester Lions Club.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 9:30am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 6
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Drop by for a free vision screening for preschool-aged children. Testing covers nearsightedness, farsightedness, unequal focusing, and differences in the power of the eyes. Offered in partnership with the Lineboro-Manchester Lions Club.
Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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 Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:00am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:00am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Move and Learn
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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 Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Making for Seniors: Create a Simple Cork Laser Engraving Project
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating! Join us for a basic hands-on session where we'll create a laser engraved cork project and watch your project being made on our Fusion Pro laser cutter. Previous basic computer experience is required. No previous experience with laser cutting or design software is needed. This class does not result in independent laser use certification.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating! Join us for a basic hands-on session where we'll create a laser engraved cork project and watch your project being made on our Fusion Pro laser cutter. Previous basic computer experience is required. No previous experience with laser cutting or design software is needed. This class does not result in independent laser use certification.
Carroll County Workforce Development Day
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join Carroll County Workforce Development for a pop-up event at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch! Learn about free career services, opportunities for free training, updating your resume, and getting connected to employers.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join Carroll County Workforce Development for a pop-up event at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch! Learn about free career services, opportunities for free training, updating your resume, and getting connected to employers.
Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Move and Learn
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Twos and Threes Together
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Twos and Threes Together
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccines, WIC services by appointment, and health education. Not all services will be available at all locations. The schedule for locations and service information will be posted when available at https://cchd.maryland.gov/healthonwheels/.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccines, WIC services by appointment, and health education. Not all services will be available at all locations. The schedule for locations and service information will be posted when available at https://cchd.maryland.gov/healthonwheels/.
Girls Who Code
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 10 - 18
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Girls Who Code is on a mission to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. In this eight-week series, students will explore coding in a fun and friendly environment with presenter Enya Sliwinski, a local Girls Who Code alumna.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 10 - 18
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Girls Who Code is on a mission to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. In this eight-week series, students will explore coding in a fun and friendly environment with presenter Enya Sliwinski, a local Girls Who Code alumna.
Dungeons & Dragons Online
Online
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Registration and more information
Join us for a session of Dungeons & Dragons played entirely online! Pre-generated characters will be available, and registrants will meet on Zoom the day before to become familiar with any websites used. This session is for beginners and avid players alike.
Online
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Registration and more information
Join us for a session of Dungeons & Dragons played entirely online! Pre-generated characters will be available, and registrants will meet on Zoom the day before to become familiar with any websites used. This session is for beginners and avid players alike.
Dungeons & Dragons is a trademark of Wizards of the Coast LLC in the United States and other countries. © 2015 Wizards. All Rights Reserved.
Cricut: Create a Multi-Colored Project with Vinyl
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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In this class, participants will learn how to use Cricut Design Space and a Cricut machine to create and assemble a multi-colored vinyl sticker. All materials will be supplied, and no previous Cricut experience is required.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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In this class, participants will learn how to use Cricut Design Space and a Cricut machine to create and assemble a multi-colored vinyl sticker. All materials will be supplied, and no previous Cricut experience is required.
Drop-In Diamond Painting
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary!
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary!
North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, 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.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, 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.
Pajama Party Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: All Ages
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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.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: All Ages
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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.
Any Book Teen Book Club
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Are you a teen who loves reading and discussing books? Then our book discussion group is for you! Join us in a safe and fun environment where you can share whatever you've been reading recently!
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Are you a teen who loves reading and discussing books? Then our book discussion group is for you! Join us in a safe and fun environment where you can share whatever you've been reading recently!
Battle of the Books: Parent and Coach Information Sharing
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join us for an information session about the Battle of the Books! All parents and caregivers who have children who are interested in participating, as well as coaches, are encouraged to attend.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join us for an information session about the Battle of the Books! All parents and caregivers who have children who are interested in participating, as well as coaches, are encouraged to attend.
Knit and Chat
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 8 - Adults
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Join us for this monthly meet-up with other knitters of all ages to relax, knit, get ideas for projects, receive help on current projects, gain new skills, and learn to knit if you don't know how. There will also be an optional show-and-tell and a yarn exchange each month.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 8 - Adults
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Join us for this monthly meet-up with other knitters of all ages to relax, knit, get ideas for projects, receive help on current projects, gain new skills, and learn to knit if you don't know how. There will also be an optional show-and-tell and a yarn exchange each month.
Pajama Party Storytime
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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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.
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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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.
TRIVIA NIGHT at Bistro 91 in Finksburg
Offsite
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
What trivia tidbits are rattling around in your head? Grab a few friends and join us for Trivia Night at Bistro 91! If your team needs to cancel or change your team size on the day of the program (Tuesday, November 12), please call Bistro 91 at (410) 861-8841. All prizes are provided by Bistro 91.
Offsite
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
What trivia tidbits are rattling around in your head? Grab a few friends and join us for Trivia Night at Bistro 91! If your team needs to cancel or change your team size on the day of the program (Tuesday, November 12), please call Bistro 91 at (410) 861-8841. All prizes are provided by Bistro 91.
Registration required. Only one person per team needs to register.
Only teams of 6 or less can be seated in the dining room.
Writing Group
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 9:15am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
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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.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 9:15am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
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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 Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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 Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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 Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Ready, Set, School!
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.
Mount Airy Knitters
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.
Move & Groove Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
North Carroll Senior Center Wednesday Book Club: Lessons in Chemistry
Offsite
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.
Offsite
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.
Read and Play
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Ready, Set, School!
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.
Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Unwind Your Mind: Adult Coloring Book Group
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Do you feel like you're going in a dozen directions? Or maybe you're not focusing due to hectic schedules. Sometimes, we need to stop everything and concentrate on the simpler things. Join us for a monthly social gathering as we color and listen to relaxing music. Feel free to bring your own coloring book, use our sheets and pencils, or bring your electronic device with your favorite pre-loaded coloring book apps. Let's de-stress together!
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Do you feel like you're going in a dozen directions? Or maybe you're not focusing due to hectic schedules. Sometimes, we need to stop everything and concentrate on the simpler things. Join us for a monthly social gathering as we color and listen to relaxing music. Feel free to bring your own coloring book, use our sheets and pencils, or bring your electronic device with your favorite pre-loaded coloring book apps. Let's de-stress together!
Coffee with the Classics: The Odd Couple
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for this month's selection, Neil Simon's comedy, The Odd Couple, starring Walter Matthau and Jack Lemmon.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for this month's selection, Neil Simon's comedy, The Odd Couple, starring Walter Matthau and Jack Lemmon.
Transitioning to Medicare Part 1
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning to Medicare. This seminar will cover the four parts of Medicare (Parts A, B, C, and D), Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans, available preventive services, and how to protect yourself from healthcare fraud. We will also cover Medicare Savings Programs, which help pay out-of-pocket costs for Medicare beneficiaries. These are not all low-income programs.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning to Medicare. This seminar will cover the four parts of Medicare (Parts A, B, C, and D), Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans, available preventive services, and how to protect yourself from healthcare fraud. We will also cover Medicare Savings Programs, which help pay out-of-pocket costs for Medicare beneficiaries. These are not all low-income programs.
Irish Soda Breads
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
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We will explore the classic Irish soda bread recipes in this hands-on class.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
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We will explore the classic Irish soda bread recipes in this hands-on class.
ASL Practice Club
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Join us once a month for our brand-new ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Club! We will have conversational games and prompts to help keep your skills up. All fluency levels are welcome!
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Join us once a month for our brand-new ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Club! We will have conversational games and prompts to help keep your skills up. All fluency levels are welcome!
Taneytown Anime Club
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us each month for an anime-themed craft and a chance to watch the latest and greatest anime on Crunchyroll with other Taneytown teens!
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us each month for an anime-themed craft and a chance to watch the latest and greatest anime on Crunchyroll with other Taneytown teens!
Eldersburg Branch Anime Club
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch for all things anime and manga! Watch the first episode of an anime, make anime-themed Perler bead crafts, discuss your favorite series, share your artwork, and more!
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch for all things anime and manga! Watch the first episode of an anime, make anime-themed Perler bead crafts, discuss your favorite series, share your artwork, and more!
Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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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.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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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.
Family Fun Night
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas and listen to stories before bed. Join us for family fun, featuring stories, music, crafts, play, and time with friends.
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas and listen to stories before bed. Join us for family fun, featuring stories, music, crafts, play, and time with friends.
Chris Grabenstein: Mr. Lemoncello's Fantabulous Finale
Offsite
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
Registration and more information
CHRIS GRABENSTEIN is the multiple award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the LEMONCELLO, WONDERLAND, HAUNTED MYSTERY, SMARTEST KID, and DOG SQUAD series. He co-authored the acclaimed SHINE! with his wife J.J. Grabenstein as well as nearly three dozen fast-paced and funny page turners with James Patterson including the I FUNNY, JACKY HA-HA, TREASURE HUNTERS, and MAX EINSTEIN series. He’s written Audible Originals, short stories, and stage plays. After graduating from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, Chris moved to New York City and started doing improvisational comedy in Greenwich Village. During those years, he also wrote for the Muppets and helped create the CBS holiday classic The Christmas Gift starring John Denver. He then spent seventeen years writing radio and television commercials for brands such as KFC, Dr Pepper, Seven Up, and many others. His first boss in advertising was James Patterson. Chris, the current president of the Mystery Writers of America, and his wife J.J. still live in New York City with two cats and lots of ideas.
Offsite
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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CHRIS GRABENSTEIN is the multiple award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the LEMONCELLO, WONDERLAND, HAUNTED MYSTERY, SMARTEST KID, and DOG SQUAD series. He co-authored the acclaimed SHINE! with his wife J.J. Grabenstein as well as nearly three dozen fast-paced and funny page turners with James Patterson including the I FUNNY, JACKY HA-HA, TREASURE HUNTERS, and MAX EINSTEIN series. He’s written Audible Originals, short stories, and stage plays. After graduating from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, Chris moved to New York City and started doing improvisational comedy in Greenwich Village. During those years, he also wrote for the Muppets and helped create the CBS holiday classic The Christmas Gift starring John Denver. He then spent seventeen years writing radio and television commercials for brands such as KFC, Dr Pepper, Seven Up, and many others. His first boss in advertising was James Patterson. Chris, the current president of the Mystery Writers of America, and his wife J.J. still live in New York City with two cats and lots of ideas.
Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Presented by A Likely Story Bookstore and Carroll County Public Library.
Special thanks to CCPS and Linton Springs Elementary School.
The Green TerrorTones A Cappella Ensemble Concert
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 3 - Adults
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Come hear of a selection of a cappella jazz, holiday songs, pop, and folk tunes from McDaniel College's Green TerrorTones.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 3 - Adults
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Come hear of a selection of a cappella jazz, holiday songs, pop, and folk tunes from McDaniel College's Green TerrorTones.
Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
VCarve: Create a Marble Maze with the CNC
Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: 12 - Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for a hands-on session where we create a marble maze on Exploration Commons' Iconic CNC router. Previous basic computer experience is required, but no experience with the CNC router or design software is needed.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: 12 - Adults
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Join us for a hands-on session where we create a marble maze on Exploration Commons' Iconic CNC router. Previous basic computer experience is required, but no experience with the CNC router or design software is needed.
This class does not result in independent CNC use certification.
Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Bears, Bears, Everywhere
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
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Join us for a "bear-y" good time as we learn all about bears! Bring your favorite stuffed bear to our program! We will read books, sing songs, and create a fun craft.
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
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Join us for a "bear-y" good time as we learn all about bears! Bring your favorite stuffed bear to our program! We will read books, sing songs, and create a fun craft.
Family Storytime
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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 Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, 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.
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, 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.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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 Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 11:00am - 11:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 11:00am - 11:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers to join us for games, crafts, music, and more!
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers to join us for games, crafts, music, and more!
North Carroll Senior Center Thursday Book Club: West with Giraffes
Offsite
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge.
Offsite
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge.
Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0)
Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.
If you've never touched a sewing machine or a sewing needle, or if it's been years since you've sewed, and you need a refresher on the basics, then this class is for you.
Prerequisite: None
Materials: A sewing machine and all necessary materials will be provided.
Westminster Branch Chess Club
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults
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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.
Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults
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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.
Festive Fall Charcuterie Board for Two: Day Two
Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Step up your fall snacking game with this two-session hybrid makerspace/teaching kitchen class! On day one, we'll use design software and our Fusion Pro laser cutter to make a custom fall-themed or winter-themed charcuterie board. Head to the kitchen on day two to learn how to arrange your charcuterie board artfully. One registration covers two people working collaboratively to design and arrange a single charcuterie board.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Step up your fall snacking game with this two-session hybrid makerspace/teaching kitchen class! On day one, we'll use design software and our Fusion Pro laser cutter to make a custom fall-themed or winter-themed charcuterie board. Head to the kitchen on day two to learn how to arrange your charcuterie board artfully. One registration covers two people working collaboratively to design and arrange a single charcuterie board.
Paying for College & Trade School
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a free workshop on strategies for paying for education after high school. We will discuss financial decision-making around education, the FAFSA process, scholarships and grants, the basics of student loans, and other available programs. Accredited financial counselor Carrie Sorenson, who has over five years of experience teaching financial workshops and is an educator with the University of Maryland Extension's Carroll County office, will present this program.
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a free workshop on strategies for paying for education after high school. We will discuss financial decision-making around education, the FAFSA process, scholarships and grants, the basics of student loans, and other available programs. Accredited financial counselor Carrie Sorenson, who has over five years of experience teaching financial workshops and is an educator with the University of Maryland Extension's Carroll County office, will present this program.
Gentle Yoga
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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This gentle yoga class allows students of various abilities and physical conditions to develop their yoga practice comfortably. Yoga has many appealing aspects, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, stress, and pain relief. No experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a mat and a blanket.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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This gentle yoga class allows students of various abilities and physical conditions to develop their yoga practice comfortably. Yoga has many appealing aspects, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, stress, and pain relief. No experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a mat and a blanket.
Pajama Party Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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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 Branch
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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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
Online
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 10 - Adults
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 by 5:30 PM on the day of the program.
Online
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 10 - Adults
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 by 5:30 PM on the day of the program.
Build-a-Stuffie Workshop
Westminster Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 12
Registration and more information
Join us for a chance to select a new stuffed friend from an assortment of options. You'll hand stuff your furry friend, place a wish star inside, zip it up, and lock it closed. Then, you'll complete a birth certificate for your new friend before taking it home.
Westminster Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 12
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Join us for a chance to select a new stuffed friend from an assortment of options. You'll hand stuff your furry friend, place a wish star inside, zip it up, and lock it closed. Then, you'll complete a birth certificate for your new friend before taking it home.
Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
North Carroll Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults
Registration and more information
Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes all levels of students. 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).
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults
Registration and more information
Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes all levels of students. 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).
Intro to CNC Routing
Exploration Commons
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 10:00am - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
Registration and more information
This one-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our Iconic i2015 CNC Router. We will focus on project design and the VCarve software in the morning session. We will cover machine use in the afternoon, including hands-on time with the CNC machine. There will be a break from 12 - 1 PM between the morning and afternoon sessions.
Exploration Commons
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 10:00am - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
Registration and more information
This one-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our Iconic i2015 CNC Router. We will focus on project design and the VCarve software in the morning session. We will cover machine use in the afternoon, including hands-on time with the CNC machine. There will be a break from 12 - 1 PM between the morning and afternoon sessions.
All program registrants must complete the prerequisite online Iconic CNC Machine Use and Safety Training before attending this program.
At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete this program will be certified to use Exploration Commons' CNC machine. Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the CNC router independently.
Spanish Language Practice Circle
Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a friendly and informal group gathering to practice speaking Spanish together. All levels are welcome. This program is led by a partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County.
Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a friendly and informal group gathering to practice speaking Spanish together. All levels are welcome. This program is led by a partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County.
What is Participatory Science?
North Carroll Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 8 - 18
Registration and more information
Join 4-H Environmental Educator Torrey Silliman as we learn what happens when ordinary people study the world around them. We’ll learn about a few different participatory science projects and where to find something that interests you! Come prepared by downloading Merlin and the iNaturalist app to your smartphone or tablet. No phone? No worries! We have 8 iPads available to borrow on a first come, first served basis.
North Carroll Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 8 - 18
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Join 4-H Environmental Educator Torrey Silliman as we learn what happens when ordinary people study the world around them. We’ll learn about a few different participatory science projects and where to find something that interests you! Come prepared by downloading Merlin and the iNaturalist app to your smartphone or tablet. No phone? No worries! We have 8 iPads available to borrow on a first come, first served basis.
Optional Trip to Charlotte’s Quest Nature Center: Participants are welcome to attend an optional extension at Charlotte’s Quest. We’ll meet from 3 to 4 PM and use Merlin and iNaturalist to help us share the diversity of species around us! A parent or guardian must stay with their child at all times.
Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services
Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccines, WIC services by appointment, and health education. Not all services will be available at all locations. The schedule for locations and service information will be posted when available at https://cchd.maryland.gov/healthonwheels/.
Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccines, WIC services by appointment, and health education. Not all services will be available at all locations. The schedule for locations and service information will be posted when available at https://cchd.maryland.gov/healthonwheels/.
Make Your Own: Fidget Fun
Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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Make your own fun fidget toy to help enhance your focus.
Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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Make your own fun fidget toy to help enhance your focus.
Open Sewing Studio
Exploration Commons
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
Registration and more information
Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your current sewing project in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.
Sewing machines are only available for those certified for independent use. You may bring your own sewing machine to this class; you must have working knowledge of how to operate your machine.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
Registration and more information
Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your current sewing project in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.
Sewing machines are only available for those certified for independent use. You may bring your own sewing machine to this class; you must have working knowledge of how to operate your machine.
Note: This is not an instructional class; no materials will be provided.
Cinderella's Fall Ball Puppet Show
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 12
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The prince is having a fall ball and you're invited! Will Cinderella get to go or will she have to stay home and clean? Who will the prince dance with and will he find his true love? Join us as we sing and dance our way through one enchanted evening!
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 12
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The prince is having a fall ball and you're invited! Will Cinderella get to go or will she have to stay home and clean? Who will the prince dance with and will he find his true love? Join us as we sing and dance our way through one enchanted evening!
Farm Animal Meet & Greet
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Read a book and visit some rescued farm animals brought to the library by Farm Sweet Farm, a local farm rescue in Mount Airy!
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Read a book and visit some rescued farm animals brought to the library by Farm Sweet Farm, a local farm rescue in Mount Airy!
Leaf Art
Westminster Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 11
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Come for a morning of fun fall arts and crafts with leaves.
Westminster Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 11
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Come for a morning of fun fall arts and crafts with leaves.
Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Kids
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 6 - 11
Registration and more information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a monthly 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!
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 6 - 11
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CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a monthly 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!
Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a monthly 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!
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a monthly 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!
Neon Paint Party
Westminster Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Join us for an afternoon of painting with bright fluorescent colors that will light up your dreary November afternoon. No prior painting experience is necessary!
Westminster Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Join us for an afternoon of painting with bright fluorescent colors that will light up your dreary November afternoon. No prior painting experience is necessary!
Note: The paint we use can stain clothing, so please wear old clothes to this event.
Cooking Together: Soft Pretzels
Exploration Commons
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:15pm
Ages: 6 - Adults
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. One registration per group, up to four participants. For groups with children ages six and up, children must be accompanied by an adult.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:15pm
Ages: 6 - Adults
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. One registration per group, up to four participants. For groups with children ages six and up, children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sykesville Painting Club Workshop
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
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The library is partnering with the Sykesville Painting Club to offer workshops on painting techniques and styles.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
More information
The library is partnering with the Sykesville Painting Club to offer workshops on painting techniques and styles.
For more information about the class, including fees and registration, please go to tinyurl.com/spc-nov-workshop.
Easy Crafting Afternoon: Marbled Décor
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a fun and creative afternoon of marbling various glass and ceramic décor with unwanted nail polish. This activity is available while supplies last.
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a fun and creative afternoon of marbling various glass and ceramic décor with unwanted nail polish. This activity is available while supplies last.
PAWS to Read
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults
Registration and more information
Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Adults and seniors can also come to de-stress and relax with a fuzzy friend. Walk-ins are welcome!
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults
Registration and more information
Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Adults and seniors can also come to de-stress and relax with a fuzzy friend. Walk-ins are welcome!
Read with a Furry Friend
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 3 - Adults
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Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading.
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 3 - Adults
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Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading.
All Aboard the Polar Express
North Carroll Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - Adults
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Storyteller Beth Rebert’s delightful presentation of this heart-warming holiday tale will enchant children of all ages! Come dressed in your PJs as this magical story unfolds.
North Carroll Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - Adults
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Storyteller Beth Rebert’s delightful presentation of this heart-warming holiday tale will enchant children of all ages! Come dressed in your PJs as this magical story unfolds.
Cinderella's Fall Ball Puppet Show
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 12
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The prince is having a fall ball and you're invited! Will Cinderella get to go or will she have to stay home and clean? Who will the prince dance with and will he find his true love? Join us as we sing and dance our way through one enchanted evening!
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 12
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The prince is having a fall ball and you're invited! Will Cinderella get to go or will she have to stay home and clean? Who will the prince dance with and will he find his true love? Join us as we sing and dance our way through one enchanted evening!
Family Storytime
Westminster Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Westminster Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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 Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Let's Move!
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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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!
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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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!
Terrific Turkeys
Finksburg Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Registration and more information
Are you ready for Turkey Day? Join us to learn all about wild turkeys. We'll make a turkey headband and play a game to learn more about their habits. Come ready to move!
Finksburg Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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Are you ready for Turkey Day? Join us to learn all about wild turkeys. We'll make a turkey headband and play a game to learn more about their habits. Come ready to move!
Intro to Laser Cutting
Exploration Commons
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
Registration and more information
This beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures. At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete this program will be certified to use the Exploration Commons' Fusion Pro and Fusion Edge laser cutters.
Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the laser independently.
Exploration Commons
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
Registration and more information
This beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures. At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete this program will be certified to use the Exploration Commons' Fusion Pro and Fusion Edge laser cutters.
Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the laser independently.
Death Café: Conversations about Death
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Please join us for our monthly Death Café. Enjoy a hot cup of tea or coffee and a cupcake as we discuss death. Our goal is to destigmatize discussions about death and dying. Together, we'll have a group-directed discussion with no agenda, objectives, or themes. Please note that this is a discussion group, not a grief support or counseling session.
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Please join us for our monthly Death Café. Enjoy a hot cup of tea or coffee and a cupcake as we discuss death. Our goal is to destigmatize discussions about death and dying. Together, we'll have a group-directed discussion with no agenda, objectives, or themes. Please note that this is a discussion group, not a grief support or counseling session.
Metal Jewelry Making
North Carroll Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
Join us to make bracelets and necklaces from washers, create wire-wrapped pendants, and more!
North Carroll Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
Join us to make bracelets and necklaces from washers, create wire-wrapped pendants, and more!
Organizing for Everyone
Westminster Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Are you overwhelmed by the excess clutter that has accumulated in your home? Decluttering is the first step in the organizing process, but it can also be the most challenging. Join Rebecca from Organizing For Ease to learn some tips to help make the decluttering process a little less difficult. Come get motivated and give yourself the confidence to reclaim your space and tackle that clutter.
Westminster Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Are you overwhelmed by the excess clutter that has accumulated in your home? Decluttering is the first step in the organizing process, but it can also be the most challenging. Join Rebecca from Organizing For Ease to learn some tips to help make the decluttering process a little less difficult. Come get motivated and give yourself the confidence to reclaim your space and tackle that clutter.
Open Mah Jongg
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don't have a card, one will be provided.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don't have a card, one will be provided.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools on Genealogy Websites
Finksburg Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Learn about some new artificial intelligence (AI) tools on genealogy websites. Presenter Dave Powell will share some recent additions to Ancestry.com, Familysearch.org, and MyHeritage.com that use AI to help you with your genealogical research. These tools can be used to further the breadth and depth of research and discover new records that may have been overlooked.
Finksburg Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Learn about some new artificial intelligence (AI) tools on genealogy websites. Presenter Dave Powell will share some recent additions to Ancestry.com, Familysearch.org, and MyHeritage.com that use AI to help you with your genealogical research. These tools can be used to further the breadth and depth of research and discover new records that may have been overlooked.
David Powell has been researching his own family history for over 25 years. He is the current Treasurer of the Carroll County Genealogical Society and a member of the Maryland Genealogical Society’s Board of Directors.
Dave teaches genealogy courses at the Community College of Baltimore County and local senior centers, libraries, and genealogy societies. He has given numerous talks on genealogy research, DNA, and foreign research throughout Maryland. He has done extensive research for himself and clients with family trees from France, Scotland, Wales, England, Canada, Poland, the United States, and other countries.
This program is sponsored by the Carroll County Genealogical Society.
Cinderella's Fall Ball Puppet Show
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 3 - 12
More information
The prince is having a fall ball and you're invited! Will Cinderella get to go or will she have to stay home and clean? Who will the prince dance with and will he find his true love? Join us as we sing and dance our way through one enchanted evening!
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 3 - 12
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The prince is having a fall ball and you're invited! Will Cinderella get to go or will she have to stay home and clean? Who will the prince dance with and will he find his true love? Join us as we sing and dance our way through one enchanted evening!
Infant Lapsit Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Infants and young babies who are crawlers/pre-walkers and their caregivers are invited to this laid-back, gentle program to enjoy nursery rhymes and stories together as we start baby's love of reading and begin to build literacy skills, all from the comfort of their favorite grownup's lap.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Infants and young babies who are crawlers/pre-walkers and their caregivers are invited to this laid-back, gentle program to enjoy nursery rhymes and stories together as we start baby's love of reading and begin to build literacy skills, all from the comfort of their favorite grownup's lap.
Is your little one starting to walk and is more wiggly and active? Check out our Read and Play programs Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Thursdays at 9:30 AM!
Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: All Ages
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Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccines, WIC services by appointment, and health education. Not all services will be available at all locations. The schedule for locations and service information will be posted when available at https://cchd.maryland.gov/healthonwheels/.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: All Ages
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Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccines, WIC services by appointment, and health education. Not all services will be available at all locations. The schedule for locations and service information will be posted when available at https://cchd.maryland.gov/healthonwheels/.
North Carroll Ask a Master Gardener
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
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Bring your questions about fall gardening to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
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Bring your questions about fall gardening to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more.
Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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 Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 10:00am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 10:00am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Move and Learn
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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 Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Maryland Insurance Administration
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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The Maryland Insurance Administration is a state agency that can help you better understand the coverages on your insurance policy so that you are a well-informed consumer. The agency also investigates the handling or settlement of a claim on your behalf. Then it determines whether actions taken by your insurer or insurance producer are in compliance with Maryland law. The Maryland Insurance Administration will answer questions on-site at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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The Maryland Insurance Administration is a state agency that can help you better understand the coverages on your insurance policy so that you are a well-informed consumer. The agency also investigates the handling or settlement of a claim on your behalf. Then it determines whether actions taken by your insurer or insurance producer are in compliance with Maryland law. The Maryland Insurance Administration will answer questions on-site at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch.
Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Move and Learn
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Twos and Threes Together
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Twos and Threes Together
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
North Carroll Knitters Group
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join this group gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join this group gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns.
Turkey Time
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 2 - 5
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Trot on over to the library and gobble up some turkey fun!
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 2 - 5
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Trot on over to the library and gobble up some turkey fun!
Girls Who Code
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 10 - 18
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Girls Who Code is on a mission to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. In this eight-week series, students will explore coding in a fun and friendly environment with presenter Enya Sliwinski, a local Girls Who Code alumna.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 10 - 18
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Girls Who Code is on a mission to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. In this eight-week series, students will explore coding in a fun and friendly environment with presenter Enya Sliwinski, a local Girls Who Code alumna.
Board Games at Laughing Coffin
Offsite
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Calling all fans of fun, lovers of strategy and competition! The library will be hosting board game demos for teens at the Laughing Coffin Hobby Shop in Taneytown. Bring a group or meet new friends while trying out a variety of popular modern board games!
Offsite
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Calling all fans of fun, lovers of strategy and competition! The library will be hosting board game demos for teens at the Laughing Coffin Hobby Shop in Taneytown. Bring a group or meet new friends while trying out a variety of popular modern board games!
Needle Little Klatch?
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Join us for a casual, bi-weekly stitching club. All needle-crafters are welcome!
Sewing: Embroidery Machine Basics
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Get familiar with embroidery machines and the tools and materials you need to create a successful project. Through both lecture and demonstration, learn about Exploration Commons' Bernina 535E Embroidery Machine, types of hoops and stabilizers, and use of embroidery motifs. Attendees may schedule an appointment to complete the Embroidery Machine Independent Certification after completing this class.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Get familiar with embroidery machines and the tools and materials you need to create a successful project. Through both lecture and demonstration, learn about Exploration Commons' Bernina 535E Embroidery Machine, types of hoops and stabilizers, and use of embroidery motifs. Attendees may schedule an appointment to complete the Embroidery Machine Independent Certification after completing this class.
North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, 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.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, 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.
Diamond Painting
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a monthly session of diamond painting! We'll have a new project each month, and no experience is necessary!
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a monthly session of diamond painting! We'll have a new project each month, and no experience is necessary!
The Art of Holiday Gift Wrapping & Design
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
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Get in the holiday spirit by learning skills you will use for years to come. Unwrap your creative energy and learn about three unique ways to wrap gifts! Danielle will demonstrate artistic paper folding techniques, how to make and decorate your own wrapping paper with ordinary household objects, and how to wrap oddly shaped presents. There will be time to practice and create your own personal pieces of art. All supplies will be provided. Please bring up to (3) small to medium presents with you to wrap, or additional empty boxes will be provided.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
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Get in the holiday spirit by learning skills you will use for years to come. Unwrap your creative energy and learn about three unique ways to wrap gifts! Danielle will demonstrate artistic paper folding techniques, how to make and decorate your own wrapping paper with ordinary household objects, and how to wrap oddly shaped presents. There will be time to practice and create your own personal pieces of art. All supplies will be provided. Please bring up to (3) small to medium presents with you to wrap, or additional empty boxes will be provided.
Pajama Party Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: All Ages
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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.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: All Ages
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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.
Gentle Yoga
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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This gentle yoga class allows students of various abilities and physical conditions to develop their yoga practice comfortably. Yoga has many appealing aspects, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, stress, and pain relief. No experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a mat and a blanket.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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This gentle yoga class allows students of various abilities and physical conditions to develop their yoga practice comfortably. Yoga has many appealing aspects, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, stress, and pain relief. No experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a mat and a blanket.
Youth Community Service Group
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 18
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Connect with your community and join us for our new group! Participants will earn service learning hours while collaborating on projects that will benefit Eldersburg and beyond. Our first project is to create centerpieces for the dining room tables at Oakland Manor.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 18
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Connect with your community and join us for our new group! Participants will earn service learning hours while collaborating on projects that will benefit Eldersburg and beyond. Our first project is to create centerpieces for the dining room tables at Oakland Manor.
Pajama Party Storytime
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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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.
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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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.
Writing Group
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 9:15am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
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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.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 9:15am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
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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 Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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 Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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 Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Ready, Set, School!
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.
Ask a Master Gardener
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Have questions about keeping your garden green? Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Mount Airy Branch lobby.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Have questions about keeping your garden green? Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Mount Airy Branch lobby.
Bake-Along: Classic Pumpkin Roll
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
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This hands-on bake-along class teaches how to make a classic pumpkin roll with cream cheese filling. Participants will take home their delicious dessert to eat or freeze for Thanksgiving. CCPL's Westminster Branch staff member, Tina Mawhinney, and the Exploration Commons Teaching Kitchen will be demonstrating.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
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This hands-on bake-along class teaches how to make a classic pumpkin roll with cream cheese filling. Participants will take home their delicious dessert to eat or freeze for Thanksgiving. CCPL's Westminster Branch staff member, Tina Mawhinney, and the Exploration Commons Teaching Kitchen will be demonstrating.
Mount Airy Knitters
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.
Move & Groove Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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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 Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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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.
Ready, Set, School!
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.
Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Mount Airy Book Discussion Group: The Dictionary of Lost Words
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams.
Curiosity Club
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 5 - 8
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Join us at Curiosity Club to explore different themes through stories, art, and hands-on activities. This special program allows kids and adult caregivers to have fun and get messy together! Food and natural items may be present.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 5 - 8
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Join us at Curiosity Club to explore different themes through stories, art, and hands-on activities. This special program allows kids and adult caregivers to have fun and get messy together! Food and natural items may be present.
Transitioning to Medicare Part 2
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. This seminar focuses on Medicare Supplement/Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans. Learn about the different Medigap plans and your period of guaranteed issue rights under original Medicare. These secondary/supplemental plans can cover some or all of Medicare's out-of-pocket costs. We will also discuss a different way to obtain all services covered by Medicare and more: Medicare Advantage Plans.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. This seminar focuses on Medicare Supplement/Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans. Learn about the different Medigap plans and your period of guaranteed issue rights under original Medicare. These secondary/supplemental plans can cover some or all of Medicare's out-of-pocket costs. We will also discuss a different way to obtain all services covered by Medicare and more: Medicare Advantage Plans.
Chess at the Library
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 7 - Adults
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Are you a chess champion or want to learn? Show off your best moves against other chess players! Experienced and novice chess players are welcome.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 7 - Adults
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Are you a chess champion or want to learn? Show off your best moves against other chess players! Experienced and novice chess players are welcome.
Teen Crafternoon: Magazine Mosaics
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 11 - 18
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It's craft time! Join us to make mosaics out of recycled magazines! This activity is available while supplies last.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 11 - 18
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It's craft time! Join us to make mosaics out of recycled magazines! This activity is available while supplies last.
Make Your Own Sourdough Starter
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Make your own sourdough starter! We'll provide everything you need to make a sourdough starter, explain how to maintain your new starter, and provide recipes to make bread. Join your fellow bread-lovers in Taneytown!
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Make your own sourdough starter! We'll provide everything you need to make a sourdough starter, explain how to maintain your new starter, and provide recipes to make bread. Join your fellow bread-lovers in Taneytown!
Open Chess
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Are you a chess expert or learning to play? Drop in to show your skills with other chess players! Chess players of all levels are welcome.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Are you a chess expert or learning to play? Drop in to show your skills with other chess players! Chess players of all levels are welcome.
Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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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.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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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.
Family Fun Night
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas and listen to stories before bed. Join us for family fun, featuring stories, music, crafts, play, and time with friends.
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas and listen to stories before bed. Join us for family fun, featuring stories, music, crafts, play, and time with friends.
Finksburg Book Club: The Housemaid
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Housemaid by Freida McFadden.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Housemaid by Freida McFadden.
