Carroll County Public Library
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Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 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
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 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.
Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 10:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 10:00am - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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.
Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Making for Seniors: Engrave a Simple Cork Project
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating! Join us for a basic hands-on session where we'll use Adobe Illustrator to create a simple design to be engraved on cork. Then 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, December 9, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating! Join us for a basic hands-on session where we'll use Adobe Illustrator to create a simple design to be engraved on cork. Then 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.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 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
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 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.
Twos and Threes Together
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:30am
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, December 9, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:30am
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, December 9, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:45am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:45am
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
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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.
Homeschooler Lunch and Learn: Author Study with Kwame Alexander and Alan Gratz
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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class="Paragraph SCXW91379083 BCX0" lang="EN-US">Join us for this exciting new quarterly author series for homeschoolers! Created by professional educators with the non-profit One Word at a Time, Inc., this class will consist of lunch and a virtual livestream with Kwame Alexander. The program includes a book talk with popular children's book authors, a brief writing lesson, and a live Q&A session.
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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class="Paragraph SCXW91379083 BCX0" lang="EN-US">Join us for this exciting new quarterly author series for homeschoolers! Created by professional educators with the non-profit One Word at a Time, Inc., this class will consist of lunch and a virtual livestream with Kwame Alexander. The program includes a book talk with popular children's book authors, a brief writing lesson, and a live Q&A session.
December's special guest author is New York Times bestselling author Alan Gratz. This series is recommended for children in first through seventh grades. Registrants must be present in the branch to access the presentation.
Each child must be registered. Please bring a bagged lunch from home. Caregivers must attend with children who are 8 years old and under. Caregivers of older children are welcome to stay for the presentation as well. Educational materials will be emailed out to registrants before and after the program takes place.
Little Learners
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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A special storytime just for preschoolers! Activities will promote pre-reading and school readiness skills in preparation for kindergarten. Adult caregivers are welcome. Food and natural items may be present.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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A special storytime just for preschoolers! Activities will promote pre-reading and school readiness skills in preparation for kindergarten. Adult caregivers are welcome. Food and natural items may be present.
Dungeons & Dragons Online
Online
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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.
Next Steps with Onshape
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Welcome to the world of 3D modeling and design. In this class, we will review the computer-aided design (CAD) software Onshape by diving into the fundamentals and techniques to make a claw assembly. It is recommended that you have taken an Introduction to Onshape and 3D Printing class or are familiar with Onshape before taking this class.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Welcome to the world of 3D modeling and design. In this class, we will review the computer-aided design (CAD) software Onshape by diving into the fundamentals and techniques to make a claw assembly. It is recommended that you have taken an Introduction to Onshape and 3D Printing class or are familiar with Onshape before taking this class.
Drop-In Diamond Painting
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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.
Cookie Decorating Contest
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - 18
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Design and decorate your own cookie contraptions! Join us for a fun evening of icing, sprinkles, and sugar as we compete to see who can bring their vision to life in the most spectacular way!
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - 18
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Design and decorate your own cookie contraptions! Join us for a fun evening of icing, sprinkles, and sugar as we compete to see who can bring their vision to life in the most spectacular way!
Holiday Children's Choir
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Hear the sounds of the season with the voices of the Grace Bible Church Holiday Children's Choir. All ages are invited to hear the holiday music by young ones. Enjoy music, smiles, and laughter during this memorable season.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Hear the sounds of the season with the voices of the Grace Bible Church Holiday Children's Choir. All ages are invited to hear the holiday music by young ones. Enjoy music, smiles, and laughter during this memorable season.
Knit and Chat
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
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, December 9, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
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
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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.
Gentle Yoga
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
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 and bring a mat and a blanket.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
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 and bring a mat and a blanket.
Pajama Party Storytime
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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, December 9, 2025 - 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! All prizes are provided by Bistro 91.
Offsite
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 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! All prizes are provided by Bistro 91.
If your team needs to cancel or change your team size on the day of the program, please call Bistro 91 at (410) 861-8841.
Registration required. Only one person per team needs to register. Please keep the team size to 8 or less.
Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)!
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services.
Social workers are unable to provide clinical and therapeutic services, direct financial support, or make eligibility determinations.
Writing Group
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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.
Ready, Set, School!
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:30am
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, December 10, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:30am
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.
Family Storytime
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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 Knitters
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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.
Carroll County Workforce Development Day
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.
Move & Groove Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.
Read and Play
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 11:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 11:00am - 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.
North Carroll Senior Center Wednesday Book Club: Kin: Rooted in Hope
Offsite
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Kin: Rooted in Hope by Carole Boston Weatherford, the 2025 One Maryland One Book selection.
Offsite
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Kin: Rooted in Hope by Carole Boston Weatherford, the 2025 One Maryland One Book selection.
Preschool Yoga
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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Even young children can enjoy and benefit from yoga! Join yoga instructor Julie Albert for some preschool yoga fun.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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Even young children can enjoy and benefit from yoga! Join yoga instructor Julie Albert for some preschool yoga fun.
Ready, Set, School!
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
More information
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, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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.
Engraved Paper Gift Bags
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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Laser Certification Required! Join us for a quick pop-up class to engrave paper gift bags. Each participant will get two gift bags (5" x 3" x 8.5") to engrave on our laser. Great practical practice to keep your laser skills fresh!
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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Laser Certification Required! Join us for a quick pop-up class to engrave paper gift bags. Each participant will get two gift bags (5" x 3" x 8.5") to engrave on our laser. Great practical practice to keep your laser skills fresh!
Oreo Cookie Mix and Mingle
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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You're invited to an Oreo showdown! Join us for a lighthearted mix and mingle as we put our taste buds to the test. We'll sample a surprise lineup of Oreo flavors in a blind taste test—guess the flavor, rate your favorites, and debate the classics vs. the wildcards. Come for the cookies, stay for the company!
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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You're invited to an Oreo showdown! Join us for a lighthearted mix and mingle as we put our taste buds to the test. We'll sample a surprise lineup of Oreo flavors in a blind taste test—guess the flavor, rate your favorites, and debate the classics vs. the wildcards. Come for the cookies, stay for the company!
Transitioning to Medicare Part 2
Online
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
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.
Online
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 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.
Open Mah Jongg
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will not be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will not be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided.
ASL Practice Club
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 5 - Adults
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Join us for our 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, December 10, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 5 - Adults
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Join us for our ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Club! We will have conversational games and prompts to help keep your skills up. All fluency levels are welcome!
Eldersburg Branch Anime Club
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 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 crafts, discuss your favorite series, share your artwork, and more!
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 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 crafts, discuss your favorite series, share your artwork, and more!
Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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, December 10, 2025 - 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.
All Aboard the Polar Express
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 2 - Adults
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Storyteller Beth Rebert’s delightful presentation of this heartwarming holiday tale will enchant children of all ages! Come dressed in your PJs as this magical story unfolds.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 2 - Adults
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Storyteller Beth Rebert’s delightful presentation of this heartwarming holiday tale will enchant children of all ages! Come dressed in your PJs as this magical story unfolds.
The Zentangle Method of Drawing-based Mindfulness
Online
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 10 - Adults
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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.
Online
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 10 - Adults
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In this online class, Jill Suffel, CZT (Certified Zentangle Teacher) will lead us through a relaxing drawing activity that starts with four dots and a line. The outcome will amaze you! Please have the following supplies handy: white paper, a black pen, a pencil, and something with which to smudge.
Registration closes at 4:30 PM on the day of the program. You will receive the Zoom link via email by 5:30 PM on the day of the program.
Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 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, December 11, 2025 - 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, December 11, 2025 - 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, December 11, 2025 - 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.
Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 10:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 10:00am - 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
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 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, December 11, 2025 - 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
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 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, December 11, 2025 - 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, December 11, 2025 - 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, December 11, 2025 - 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, December 11, 2025 - 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, December 11, 2025 - 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, December 11, 2025 - 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, December 11, 2025 - 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.
Family Storytime
Westminster Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 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, December 11, 2025 - 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
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 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.
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 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.
Homeschooler Lunch and Learn: Author Study with Kwame Alexander and Alan Gratz (Rescheduled)
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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class="Paragraph SCXW91379083 BCX0" lang="EN-US">Rescheduled! Now occurring on Thursday, December 11th from 12:30-2pm. Join us for this exciting new quarterly author series for homeschoolers! Created by professional educators with the non-profit One Word at a Time, Inc., this class will consist of lunch and a virtual livestream with Kwame Alexander. The program includes a book talk with popular children's book authors, a brief writing lesson, and a live Q&A session.
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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class="Paragraph SCXW91379083 BCX0" lang="EN-US">Rescheduled! Now occurring on Thursday, December 11th from 12:30-2pm. Join us for this exciting new quarterly author series for homeschoolers! Created by professional educators with the non-profit One Word at a Time, Inc., this class will consist of lunch and a virtual livestream with Kwame Alexander. The program includes a book talk with popular children's book authors, a brief writing lesson, and a live Q&A session.
December's special guest author is New York Times bestselling author Alan Gratz. This series is recommended for children in first through seventh grades. Registrants must be present in the branch to access the presentation.
Each child must be registered. Please bring a bagged lunch from home. Caregivers must attend with children who are 8 years old and under. Caregivers of older children are welcome to stay for the presentation as well. Educational materials will be emailed out to registrants before and after the program takes place.
Beginner Sewing Level 1: Multi-Bottle Tote Bag
Exploration Commons
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn how to work with different-weight fabrics and sew a boxed corner. Students will also learn about topstitching, reinforcement and separator stitching, and how to incorporate handles. Apply these skills and more to make a sturdy canvas tote bag with lining that transports multiple bottles.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn how to work with different-weight fabrics and sew a boxed corner. Students will also learn about topstitching, reinforcement and separator stitching, and how to incorporate handles. Apply these skills and more to make a sturdy canvas tote bag with lining that transports multiple bottles.
Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification
Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided.
About Beginner Sewing Level 1: These classes introduce new or less experienced sewists to beginning sewing information and resources with hands-on practice.
Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes introduce and practice the following skills:
- basic sewing tools
- cutting, measuring, and marking fabric
- pressing with an iron
- basting and sewing
Do not register if you do not have our independent sewing machine certification.
Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 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 of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games, crafts, music, and more in a sensory-friendly environment!
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 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 of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games, crafts, music, and more in a sensory-friendly environment!
Card Kit Crafty Box Demo
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Curious as to what is included in a card kit crafty box and how to use it? Staff will be on hand to demonstrate how to use the stamps, tools, and other supplies that are included in a card kit box. Register to pick up a box containing materials for crafty inspiration, including rubber stamp sets, papers, an ink pad, and other crafty extras to help unleash your creativity. Please return the stamp sets, ink pad, and box when you are done crafting.
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Curious as to what is included in a card kit crafty box and how to use it? Staff will be on hand to demonstrate how to use the stamps, tools, and other supplies that are included in a card kit box. Register to pick up a box containing materials for crafty inspiration, including rubber stamp sets, papers, an ink pad, and other crafty extras to help unleash your creativity. Please return the stamp sets, ink pad, and box when you are done crafting.
Line Dancing with Lori
Westminster Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for an evening of fun and fitness in this beginner's line dancing class. We suggest bringing water and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing for the class.
Westminster Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for an evening of fun and fitness in this beginner's line dancing class. We suggest bringing water and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing for the class.
Create a Personalized Wood Holiday Ornament
Exploration Commons
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Create a simple wood ornament with personalized text on our Epilog Fusion Pro laser. We'll learn some of the basics of using Adobe Illustrator and the shape builder tool, and then you'll watch your ornament being laser cut. Previous laser design experience is helpful but not required. This class does not result in independent laser cutter use certification.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Create a simple wood ornament with personalized text on our Epilog Fusion Pro laser. We'll learn some of the basics of using Adobe Illustrator and the shape builder tool, and then you'll watch your ornament being laser cut. Previous laser design experience is helpful but not required. This class does not result in independent laser cutter use certification.
Hooks & Needles
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or any other portable project to the library to work alongside other crafters. Get out of the house and enjoy some company while you stitch a few more rows. Drop in anytime; no instruction will be provided.
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or any other portable project to the library to work alongside other crafters. Get out of the house and enjoy some company while you stitch a few more rows. Drop in anytime; no instruction will be provided.
Eldersburg Teen Advisory Board
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Calling all teens with a love of the library! Help us plan teen programming and influence our teen collections. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too!
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Calling all teens with a love of the library! Help us plan teen programming and influence our teen collections. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too!
Papercraft Studio
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
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Interested in meeting other scrapbookers, card makers, and papercraft people? Attend our monthly session on second Thursdays to work on and finish projects, share ideas and layouts, share or exchange supplies, and have fun! Bring your own supplies and projects. We can't wait to see what you're working on!
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
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Interested in meeting other scrapbookers, card makers, and papercraft people? Attend our monthly session on second Thursdays to work on and finish projects, share ideas and layouts, share or exchange supplies, and have fun! Bring your own supplies and projects. We can't wait to see what you're working on!
Pajama Party Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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.
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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.
Carroll 250: Patriots of Carroll County - Normand Bruce
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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Join us as local historian John Laycock discusses the story of Normand Bruce, his enduring legacy in Carroll County, and the foundation of Bruceville, where Myrtle Hill, the home he built in the 1760s, still stands. Bruce was a Scottish immigrant, businessman, prominent landowner, soldier, politician, husband, and father. He answered the call during the American Revolution and served as an officer in the Maryland militia.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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Join us as local historian John Laycock discusses the story of Normand Bruce, his enduring legacy in Carroll County, and the foundation of Bruceville, where Myrtle Hill, the home he built in the 1760s, still stands. Bruce was a Scottish immigrant, businessman, prominent landowner, soldier, politician, husband, and father. He answered the call during the American Revolution and served as an officer in the Maryland militia.
Mr. Laycock is a member of the Westminster Chapter of Sons of the American Revolution and a board member of the Historical Society of Carroll County.
This program is part of the Carroll 250 Speaker Series celebrating the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the 1776 United States Declaration of Independence.
Q&A with the Small Business Administration
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 9:30am - 1:30pm
Ages: Adults
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class="custom1">Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses. Whether you want to start a business or are interested in learning to improve the business you have, the SBA can assist you.
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 9:30am - 1:30pm
Ages: Adults
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class="custom1">Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses. Whether you want to start a business or are interested in learning to improve the business you have, the SBA can assist you.
Schedule an appointment at https://tinyurl.com/ccpl-eldersburg-sba or email Denise.Hayes@sba.gov. Walk-ins are welcomed as time allows.
Sensory Sensitive Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:45am
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, December 12, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:45am
Ages: All Ages
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This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free storytime.
Gingerbread Fun
Taneytown Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 5
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You can't catch me; I'm the Gingerbread Man! This active, hands-on program will include songs, stories, and making a gingerbread house. Messy activities will be included!
Taneytown Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 5
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You can't catch me; I'm the Gingerbread Man! This active, hands-on program will include songs, stories, and making a gingerbread house. Messy activities will be included!
Play Baby Play
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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You’re invited to a morning playgroup just for little ones! Come enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play with our toys, practice gross motor skills on our baby obstacle course, enjoy music, and socialize with others.
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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You’re invited to a morning playgroup just for little ones! Come enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play with our toys, practice gross motor skills on our baby obstacle course, enjoy music, and socialize with others.
Play Baby Play
Westminster Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 3
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You're invited to a morning playgroup just for little ones! Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play with our toys, practice gross motor skills on our baby obstacle course, enjoy music, and socialize with others.
Westminster Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 3
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You're invited to a morning playgroup just for little ones! Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play with our toys, practice gross motor skills on our baby obstacle course, enjoy music, and socialize with others.
Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 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, December 12, 2025 - 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, December 12, 2025 - 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, December 12, 2025 - 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.
Snacks & Conversations: Reading Recommendations
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Calling all readers! Do you have a bestie book that you want to talk about but don’t have the audience? We’re “hear” for you! Recommend your favorite title in a friendly conversational setting. A fun group activity will also take place. Grab a snack, socialize, and get inspired for what to read next. All genres, fiction and non-fiction, are welcome!
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Calling all readers! Do you have a bestie book that you want to talk about but don’t have the audience? We’re “hear” for you! Recommend your favorite title in a friendly conversational setting. A fun group activity will also take place. Grab a snack, socialize, and get inspired for what to read next. All genres, fiction and non-fiction, are welcome!
Open Mah Jongg
Finksburg Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
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.
Finksburg Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
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.
Intro to Laser Cutting
Exploration Commons
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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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
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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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.
Artsy Paper Luminaries
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 3 - 12
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Get ready to light up your creativity! Join us for a kid-friendly craft where you can design and decorate your very own paper luminary lantern. This hands-on craft is perfect for all ages and skill levels, with plenty of room for imagination. One per customer. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, December 12, 2025 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 3 - 12
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Get ready to light up your creativity! Join us for a kid-friendly craft where you can design and decorate your very own paper luminary lantern. This hands-on craft is perfect for all ages and skill levels, with plenty of room for imagination. One per customer. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Cookie Decorating Fun
Westminster Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Adults
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Unleash your creativity one cookie at a time!
Westminster Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Adults
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Unleash your creativity one cookie at a time!
Join us for a sweet and colorful afternoon of cookie decorating! Whether you're a seasoned baker or just love a good sugar rush, this hands-on program is perfect for you. We'll provide cookies, frostings, sprinkles, and decorating tools—just bring your imagination!
Saturday Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 10:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 10:00am - 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.
Battle of the Books: Parent and Coach Information Sharing
North Carroll Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
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
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Saturday Adventures
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 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—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 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—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!
Pairs Cook: Seaside Fish Stew
Exploration Commons
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: 16 - Adults
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In this class, each pair will make a pot of hot and hearty fish stew. This is an easy and quick way to make fish and is a great source of vitamin B12, niacin, and protein. We will enjoy our lunch together with a side of crusty bread. Each registration is for TWO participants.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
In this class, each pair will make a pot of hot and hearty fish stew. This is an easy and quick way to make fish and is a great source of vitamin B12, niacin, and protein. We will enjoy our lunch together with a side of crusty bread. Each registration is for TWO participants.
Peaceful Melodies with Lydia Bandy
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Enjoy the soothing sounds of piano or harp as Lydia Bandy fills the library with beautiful, calming music.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Enjoy the soothing sounds of piano or harp as Lydia Bandy fills the library with beautiful, calming music.
Sounds of the Season Concert
Westminster Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join us for a concert of seasonal tunes performed by students from Westminster Elementary and other local schools.
Westminster Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join us for a concert of seasonal tunes performed by students from Westminster Elementary and other local schools.
Mah Jongg Marathon
Westminster Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Play American Mah Jongg at the library! You can play all afternoon or just pop in for a few games. This event is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided. There will be multiple prize drawings. Registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are welcome.
Westminster Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Play American Mah Jongg at the library! You can play all afternoon or just pop in for a few games. This event is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided. There will be multiple prize drawings. Registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are welcome.
Tea and Tarot
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Explore the properties and benefits of herbs, sip custom-blended teas, and learn about tarot as a tool of self-actualization during this workshop. You will leave feeling refreshed and empowered to accomplish your goals. Presented by Mike Barberesi and Chaplain Lee.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Explore the properties and benefits of herbs, sip custom-blended teas, and learn about tarot as a tool of self-actualization during this workshop. You will leave feeling refreshed and empowered to accomplish your goals. Presented by Mike Barberesi and Chaplain Lee.
Mike Barberesi is a Teishu and certified tea sommelier who creates magical spaces where people connect to the Earth, their Higher Self, and their intentions through tea. Mike holds a bachelor's degree in philosophy and a master of arts in teaching and facilitates tea ceremonies and workshops through his company Intentional Tea Time. Learn more on Facebook; search "Intentional Tea Time." Chaplain Lee is the founder of The Esoteric Chaplain, LLC in Westminster, Maryland, and is a retired college director and educator with over 25 years of classroom and administrative leadership experience. Chaplain Lee specializes in drawing from various cultures, traditions, and ceremonies to inform her counseling services.
*This program is designed for entertainment purposes only.*
Carroll County Writers Group
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Please join us for the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association. This month, presenter Emily Long will share tips on how to create an author website. MWA chapter meetings are open to the public.
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Please join us for the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association. This month, presenter Emily Long will share tips on how to create an author website. MWA chapter meetings are open to the public.
Carroll 250: After the Fashion of His Country – Asia and Asians in the 18th Century Mid-Atlantic
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This fascinating talk will be presented by Daniel Sieh. Asia was known for centuries in Europe, and the British were keen to profit off the exotic goods through commerce. This trade was far from a one-sided exchange; it was a dialogue between two very distinct cultures. Goods, ideas and people flowed through trade routes established by the British East India Company and reached as far as the 13 colonies (soon, the nascent United States). These goods, and yes, even people, arrived as distant foreigners in a strange land, but left an indelible mark that has only recently been uncovered.
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This fascinating talk will be presented by Daniel Sieh. Asia was known for centuries in Europe, and the British were keen to profit off the exotic goods through commerce. This trade was far from a one-sided exchange; it was a dialogue between two very distinct cultures. Goods, ideas and people flowed through trade routes established by the British East India Company and reached as far as the 13 colonies (soon, the nascent United States). These goods, and yes, even people, arrived as distant foreigners in a strange land, but left an indelible mark that has only recently been uncovered.
This program is part of the Carroll 250 Speaker Series celebrating the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the 1776 United States Declaration of Independence.
Free Spirit Book Club: The Berry Pickers
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters.
Game Day: Catan
Offsite
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 10 - Adults
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Librarian Joy Zimmer will teach you how to play Catan at City Park Gaming & Brew Room! An adult must accompany all participants under the age of 18. The library will not cover the cost of beverages or snacks. However, participants are welcome to support City Park Gaming & Brew Room.
Offsite
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 10 - Adults
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Librarian Joy Zimmer will teach you how to play Catan at City Park Gaming & Brew Room! An adult must accompany all participants under the age of 18. The library will not cover the cost of beverages or snacks. However, participants are welcome to support City Park Gaming & Brew Room.
Catan is for ages 10+, lasts 60 to 90 minutes, and is for 3 - 4 players. Click here for more information about the game.
Nintendo Afternoon
Westminster Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us in our Young Adult Area for gaming on our Nintendo Switch. Bring your friends and take turns playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games will be provided.
Westminster Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us in our Young Adult Area for gaming on our Nintendo Switch. Bring your friends and take turns playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games will be provided.
TTRPG Afternoon
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 6 - 11
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Let's learn to play a tabletop role-playing game at the library!
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 6 - 11
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Let's learn to play a tabletop role-playing game at the library!
TTRPGs are story-based games focused on player choice and randomized encounters, built around cooperation and group learning. Role-playing games also feature cross-disciplinary activities and skill-building, such as reading, presentation, mathematics, and socioemotional learning.
All resources will be provided.
Carroll County Critique Group
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Ages: Adults
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Please join the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Critique Group.
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Ages: Adults
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Please join the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Critique Group.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 9:30am - 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.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 9:30am - 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
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 10:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 10:00am - 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
Westminster Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 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, December 15, 2025 - 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
North Carroll Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 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
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 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.
Play and Explore
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 5
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Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play! A large variety of engaging toys and materials will be available.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 5
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Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play! A large variety of engaging toys and materials will be available.
Let's Move!
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:30am
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, December 15, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Alphabet Train
North Carroll Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.
North Carroll Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.
Homeschool Hangout: Painter's Palette
Finksburg Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 11:00am - 4:45pm
Ages: 6 - 17
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Prepare to print your own winter wonderland in this special Painter's Palette for homeschoolers.
Finksburg Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 11:00am - 4:45pm
Ages: 6 - 17
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Prepare to print your own winter wonderland in this special Painter's Palette for homeschoolers.
Embroidery Machine: In-the-Hoop Projects
Exploration Commons
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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Check out the in-the-hoop projects you can do on the Bernina 535 Embroidery Machine. In this demo class, learn how you can use the embroidery machine to make bookmarks, gift tags, greeting cards, zipper bags, stuffed toys, photo frames, and more. We will review the different in-the-hoop projects available in our OESD design collection, discuss where to find additional files, and walk through an in-the-hoop project.
Exploration Commons
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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Check out the in-the-hoop projects you can do on the Bernina 535 Embroidery Machine. In this demo class, learn how you can use the embroidery machine to make bookmarks, gift tags, greeting cards, zipper bags, stuffed toys, photo frames, and more. We will review the different in-the-hoop projects available in our OESD design collection, discuss where to find additional files, and walk through an in-the-hoop project.
Curious Kids
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 5 - 8
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Calling all curious kids! Join us each session to share a story, art project, and hands-on STEM activity. Children and adults can have fun and get messy together! Food and natural items may be present.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 5 - 8
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Calling all curious kids! Join us each session to share a story, art project, and hands-on STEM activity. Children and adults can have fun and get messy together! Food and natural items may be present.
Baking Basics: Traditional White Christmas Pie
Exploration Commons
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Learn a traditional custard recipe incorporating coconut, egg whites, and whipping cream. Come make a yummy pie for your upcoming holiday parties.
Exploration Commons
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Learn a traditional custard recipe incorporating coconut, egg whites, and whipping cream. Come make a yummy pie for your upcoming holiday parties.
Make a Bottlecap Pendant and a Wire-Wrapped Stone Pendant
North Carroll Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us to make a metal bottlecap pendant and a wire-wrapped stone pendant. All materials will be provided for you.
North Carroll Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us to make a metal bottlecap pendant and a wire-wrapped stone pendant. All materials will be provided for you.
Open Mah Jongg
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 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, December 15, 2025 - 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.
Yoga Nidra
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Yoga Nidra is the state of dynamic sleep. It is a powerful technique where you relax consciously, inducing complete physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. We will go through a five-stage process that begins with a body scan to engage one’s physicality. It incorporates meditation on the breath, the balancing of emotional states, visualization, and self-healing. For your comfort, besides your mat, you may want to bring a blanket, pillow, and eye mask. For those not comfortable on the floor, this can be done in a chair as well.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Yoga Nidra is the state of dynamic sleep. It is a powerful technique where you relax consciously, inducing complete physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. We will go through a five-stage process that begins with a body scan to engage one’s physicality. It incorporates meditation on the breath, the balancing of emotional states, visualization, and self-healing. For your comfort, besides your mat, you may want to bring a blanket, pillow, and eye mask. For those not comfortable on the floor, this can be done in a chair as well.
Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 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
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 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.
Beginner Sewing Level 1: Fabric Gift Basket/Bread Basket
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn how to work with decorator-weight fabrics and sew a boxed corner. Students will also learn about finishing techniques and custom labeling. Apply these skills and more to make a sturdy, reversible fabric gift basket or bread basket.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn how to work with decorator-weight fabrics and sew a boxed corner. Students will also learn about finishing techniques and custom labeling. Apply these skills and more to make a sturdy, reversible fabric gift basket or bread basket.
Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification
Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided.
About Beginner Sewing Level 1: These classes introduce new or less experienced sewists to beginning sewing information and resources with hands-on practice.
Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes introduce and practice the following skills:
- basic sewing tools
- cutting, measuring, and marking fabric
- pressing with an iron
- basting and sewing
Do not register if you do not have our independent sewing machine certification.
Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 10:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 10:00am - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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.
Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 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
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 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.
Twos and Threes Together
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:30am
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, December 16, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:30am
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, December 16, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:45am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:45am
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
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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.
Potomac Community Services
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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A client engagement specialist will visit the branch to share available services for both adults and children. Adult Services offers mental health case management focused on advocacy, education, connecting individuals to community resources, and supporting treatment to improve quality of life. The Children’s Program provides coordinated mental health support for ages 6–18, helping families set goals, access benefits and resources, improve stability, and promote healthy development.
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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A client engagement specialist will visit the branch to share available services for both adults and children. Adult Services offers mental health case management focused on advocacy, education, connecting individuals to community resources, and supporting treatment to improve quality of life. The Children’s Program provides coordinated mental health support for ages 6–18, helping families set goals, access benefits and resources, improve stability, and promote healthy development.
North Carroll Knitters Group
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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.
Little Learners
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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A special storytime just for preschoolers! Activities will promote pre-reading and school readiness skills in preparation for kindergarten. Adult caregivers are welcome. Food and natural items may be present.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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A special storytime just for preschoolers! Activities will promote pre-reading and school readiness skills in preparation for kindergarten. Adult caregivers are welcome. Food and natural items may be present.
Line Dancing with Lori
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for an evening of fun and fitness in this beginner's line dancing class. We suggest bringing water and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing for the class.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for an evening of fun and fitness in this beginner's line dancing class. We suggest bringing water and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing for the class.
Needle Little Klatch?
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Klatch (noun): a gathering usually characterized by informal conversation.
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Klatch (noun): a gathering usually characterized by informal conversation.
Join us for a casual, bi-weekly stitching club. All needle-crafters are welcome!
Shakshuka
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
Registration and more information
In this hands-on class, participants will learn to make Shakshuka, a North African and Middle Eastern dish of eggs simmered in a rich tomato and pepper sauce. It’s simple, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
Registration and more information
In this hands-on class, participants will learn to make Shakshuka, a North African and Middle Eastern dish of eggs simmered in a rich tomato and pepper sauce. It’s simple, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Diamond Painting
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
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, December 16, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for a monthly session of diamond painting! We'll have a new project each month, and no experience is necessary!
North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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.
Youth Community Service Group
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 18
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Connect with your community and earn service learning hours while collaborating on projects that will benefit Eldersburg and beyond. Our current project is to create centerpieces for the dining room tables at Oakland Manor.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 18
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Connect with your community and earn service learning hours while collaborating on projects that will benefit Eldersburg and beyond. Our current project is to create centerpieces for the dining room tables at Oakland Manor.
Pajama Party Storytime
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 16, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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.
Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)!
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
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Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services.
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
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Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services.
Social workers are unable to provide clinical and therapeutic services, direct financial support, or make eligibility determinations.
Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)!
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
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Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
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Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services.
Social workers are unable to provide clinical and therapeutic services, direct financial support, or make eligibility determinations.
Family Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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.
Ready, Set, School!
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:30am
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, December 17, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:30am
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.
Cricut Practice: Custom Labeled Reusable Bottle
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Put your Cricut skills into practice, or learn the basics of vinyl design with this beginner-friendly class. Each attendee will get a reusable plastic screw-top bottle to adhere their design. Great for yourself or for a gift!
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Put your Cricut skills into practice, or learn the basics of vinyl design with this beginner-friendly class. Each attendee will get a reusable plastic screw-top bottle to adhere their design. Great for yourself or for a gift!
Family Storytime
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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 Ask a Master Gardener
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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 Knitters
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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.
Read and Play
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 11:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 11:00am - 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.
Messy Masterpieces: Holiday Art
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 6
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Paint and scissors and glue, oh my! It’s time to create your very own masterpieces that can be used for holiday gifts! Please dress to get messy.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 6
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Paint and scissors and glue, oh my! It’s time to create your very own masterpieces that can be used for holiday gifts! Please dress to get messy.
Ready, Set, School!
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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: Sipsworth
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Sipsworth by Simon Van Booy.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Sipsworth by Simon Van Booy.
Westminster Book Club: The Phoenix Crown
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Phoenix Crown by Kate Quinn and Janie Chang. Books will be available for pickup at CCPL's Westminster Branch.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Phoenix Crown by Kate Quinn and Janie Chang. Books will be available for pickup at CCPL's Westminster Branch.
Westminster Branch Anime Club
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us at CCPL's Westminster Branch for all things anime and manga! Watch the first episode of an anime, discuss your favorite series, share your artwork, and more!
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us at CCPL's Westminster Branch for all things anime and manga! Watch the first episode of an anime, discuss your favorite series, share your artwork, and more!
Chess at the Library
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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.
Make and Enjoy: Gift Box and Goodies
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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Customize your own gift box design on our Epilog Fusion Pro Engraver. Participants will create their own designs using images and text in Adobe Illustrator. You will leave with a beautifully engraved gift box, perfect for any occasion. No previous experience is necessary, and laser certification is not required.
This will be a two-part project. Part 1 will be in the EC Teaching Kitchen making and decorating gingerbread cookies. Part 2 will be in the EC Makerspace to engrave your gift box.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
Registration and more information
Customize your own gift box design on our Epilog Fusion Pro Engraver. Participants will create their own designs using images and text in Adobe Illustrator. You will leave with a beautifully engraved gift box, perfect for any occasion. No previous experience is necessary, and laser certification is not required.
This will be a two-part project. Part 1 will be in the EC Teaching Kitchen making and decorating gingerbread cookies. Part 2 will be in the EC Makerspace to engrave your gift box.
Santa Visit
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Guess who's coming to CCPL's Taneytown Branch? SANTA! Join us for some special holiday family fun. We'll share a brief holiday story at 5 PM, and then offer individual time with Santa, a candy cane, and crafts and music throughout the evening. Santa loves to listen to kids, and will dance with them too! Don't forget to bring your camera!
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Guess who's coming to CCPL's Taneytown Branch? SANTA! Join us for some special holiday family fun. We'll share a brief holiday story at 5 PM, and then offer individual time with Santa, a candy cane, and crafts and music throughout the evening. Santa loves to listen to kids, and will dance with them too! Don't forget to bring your camera!
Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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.
Starlight Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: 2 - 5
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and enjoy a cozy evening of stories and songs. Perfect for families with young children.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: 2 - 5
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and enjoy a cozy evening of stories and songs. Perfect for families with young children.
Finksburg Book Club: Listen for the Lie
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera.
Maryland Military History
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 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, December 17, 2025 - 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.
Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 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, December 18, 2025 - 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, December 18, 2025 - 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, December 18, 2025 - 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.
Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 10:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 10:00am - 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
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 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, December 18, 2025 - 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
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 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, December 18, 2025 - 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.
Holiday Storytime & Sing-Along at the Town Hall
Offsite
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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Join the library and Mount Airy's First Lady Mary Hushour as we celebrate the season with lots of stories and songs! After the event, participants are welcome to walk down to the Mackenzie Caboose at 2 N. Main Street to enjoy the festive decorations.
Offsite
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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Join the library and Mount Airy's First Lady Mary Hushour as we celebrate the season with lots of stories and songs! After the event, participants are welcome to walk down to the Mackenzie Caboose at 2 N. Main Street to enjoy the festive decorations.
Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 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, December 18, 2025 - 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, December 18, 2025 - 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, December 18, 2025 - 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, December 18, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 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, December 18, 2025 - 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.
Family Storytime
Westminster Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 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, December 18, 2025 - 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
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 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.
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 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.
Mini Musicians
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Registration and more information
Come join us for a creative and exploratory first introduction to music! This program will incorporate piano playing, boomwhackers, and rhythm instruments while teaching children the basics of pitch, patterns, and rhythm. We will learn skills that are beneficial for future piano lessons and other musical instruments too!
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Registration and more information
Come join us for a creative and exploratory first introduction to music! This program will incorporate piano playing, boomwhackers, and rhythm instruments while teaching children the basics of pitch, patterns, and rhythm. We will learn skills that are beneficial for future piano lessons and other musical instruments too!
Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
Registration and more information
The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games, crafts, music, and more in a sensory-friendly environment!
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
Registration and more information
The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games, crafts, music, and more in a sensory-friendly environment!
Mount Airy Senior Book Discussion Group: And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer by Fredrik Backman.
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer by Fredrik Backman.
Open Mah Jongg
Westminster Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 1:00pm - 4:45pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will not be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided.
Westminster Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 1:00pm - 4:45pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will not be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided.
Make and Enjoy: Gift Box and Goodies
Exploration Commons
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
Registration and more information
Customize your own gift box design on our Epilog Fusion Pro Engraver. Participants will create their own designs using images and text in Adobe Illustrator. You will leave with a beautifully engraved gift box, perfect for any occasion. No previous experience is necessary, and laser certification is not required.
This will be a two-part project. Part 1 will be in the EC Teaching Kitchen making and decorating gingerbread cookies. Part 2 will be in the EC Makerspace to engrave your gift box.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
Registration and more information
Customize your own gift box design on our Epilog Fusion Pro Engraver. Participants will create their own designs using images and text in Adobe Illustrator. You will leave with a beautifully engraved gift box, perfect for any occasion. No previous experience is necessary, and laser certification is not required.
This will be a two-part project. Part 1 will be in the EC Teaching Kitchen making and decorating gingerbread cookies. Part 2 will be in the EC Makerspace to engrave your gift box.
Baking Basics: Holiday Cookie Classics
Exploration Commons
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
Registration and more information
Break out the butter! Join us in the Teaching Kitchen to bake three classic holiday cookies: Pecan Snowballs, Peanut Butter Blossoms, and Chocolate Midnight Cookies.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
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Break out the butter! Join us in the Teaching Kitchen to bake three classic holiday cookies: Pecan Snowballs, Peanut Butter Blossoms, and Chocolate Midnight Cookies.
Westminster Branch Chess Club
Westminster Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults
Registration and more information
Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor. All pawns, bishops, knights, rooks, queens, and kings are welcome! Our club sessions consist of 30 minutes of instruction and one hour of open play. Boards and pieces will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own set(s) from home.
Westminster Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults
Registration and more information
Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor. All pawns, bishops, knights, rooks, queens, and kings are welcome! Our club sessions consist of 30 minutes of instruction and one hour of open play. Boards and pieces will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own set(s) from home.
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Speaking with other people who have multiple sclerosis can be one of the most empowering and helpful things for someone with MS. Sharing stories, feelings, and experiences with people in similar situations is not only therapeutic, but also enlightening, and can often improve emotional health. This group is part of the MS Focus Independent Support Group Network. Please email Nadine Rosendale (nadiner@carr.org) with questions. This group meets on the third Thursday of the month.
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
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Speaking with other people who have multiple sclerosis can be one of the most empowering and helpful things for someone with MS. Sharing stories, feelings, and experiences with people in similar situations is not only therapeutic, but also enlightening, and can often improve emotional health. This group is part of the MS Focus Independent Support Group Network. Please email Nadine Rosendale (nadiner@carr.org) with questions. This group meets on the third Thursday of the month.
Pajama Party Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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.
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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.
Hallmark Holiday Bingo
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Do you love The Hallmark Channel's holiday movies? Or just love to make fun of them? Either way, you will have a great time at our Hallmark holiday-themed bingo night. Take a break from pre-holiday stress and join us for an evening of fun and prizes!
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Do you love The Hallmark Channel's holiday movies? Or just love to make fun of them? Either way, you will have a great time at our Hallmark holiday-themed bingo night. Take a break from pre-holiday stress and join us for an evening of fun and prizes!
Q&A with the Small Business Administration
North Carroll Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 9:30am - 1:30pm
Ages: Adults
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class="custom1">Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses. Whether you want to start a business or are interested in learning to improve the business you have, the SBA can assist you.
North Carroll Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 9:30am - 1:30pm
Ages: Adults
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class="custom1">Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses. Whether you want to start a business or are interested in learning to improve the business you have, the SBA can assist you.
Schedule an appointment at https://tinyurl.com/ccpl-sba-northcarroll or email Denise.Hayes@sba.gov. Walk-ins are welcomed as time allows.
Play Baby Play
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 3
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You’re invited to a morning playgroup just for little ones! Come enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play with our toys, practice gross motor skills on our baby obstacle course, enjoy music, and socialize with others.
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 3
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You’re invited to a morning playgroup just for little ones! Come enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play with our toys, practice gross motor skills on our baby obstacle course, enjoy music, and socialize with others.
Preschool Science: Electricity and Magnetism
Westminster Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
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Investigate electricity and magnetism with a story, simple science experiments, and hands-on activities.
Westminster Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
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Investigate electricity and magnetism with a story, simple science experiments, and hands-on activities.
Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 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, December 19, 2025 - 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.
Creating Jewelry with Makerspace Technology
Exploration Commons
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 14 - Adults
Registration and more information
Learn about the types of jewelry you can make with our makerspace technology. We will review the available equipment, selecting appropriate materials, and setting up design files for success. Using Adobe Illustrator and the Epilog Fusion Pro Laser, participants will make either a pair of earrings or a necklace to take home. This is an introductory-level program; no previous experience with design software or laser cutting (or certification) is required.
Exploration Commons
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 14 - Adults
Registration and more information
Learn about the types of jewelry you can make with our makerspace technology. We will review the available equipment, selecting appropriate materials, and setting up design files for success. Using Adobe Illustrator and the Epilog Fusion Pro Laser, participants will make either a pair of earrings or a necklace to take home. This is an introductory-level program; no previous experience with design software or laser cutting (or certification) is required.
Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services
Taneytown Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Taneytown Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Coffee with the Classics: The Thin Man
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for our holiday selection, the Nick and Nora classic, The Thin Man, starring William Powell and Myrna Loy.
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for our holiday selection, the Nick and Nora classic, The Thin Man, starring William Powell and Myrna Loy.
Open Mah Jongg
Finksburg Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
More information
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.
Finksburg Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
More information
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.
Teen After Hours Movie Night: The Polar Express
Westminster Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
Join the Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board as we get in the holiday spirit with a showing of The Polar Express movie! Snacks will be provided. The Polar Express is rated G.
Westminster Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join the Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board as we get in the holiday spirit with a showing of The Polar Express movie! Snacks will be provided. The Polar Express is rated G.
Yoga and Pranayama for Stress Relief
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
This program includes a gentle yoga practice, pranayama (breath exercises), and meditation to allow you to let go of tension, relax, and relieve stress. Breathing techniques and physical postures will be practiced that can be utilized off your mat and outside this class to enable you to manage stress and pressure in various settings in your life.
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
This program includes a gentle yoga practice, pranayama (breath exercises), and meditation to allow you to let go of tension, relax, and relieve stress. Breathing techniques and physical postures will be practiced that can be utilized off your mat and outside this class to enable you to manage stress and pressure in various settings in your life.
The program will be accessible for individuals of varying physical ability and yoga experience and can be modified to a chair for those with limited mobility. Participants will need to bring their own yoga mat or towel to practice on.
Saturday Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 10:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 10:00am - 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.
All Aboard the Polar Express
Westminster Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - Adults
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Storyteller Beth Rebert’s delightful presentation of this heartwarming holiday tale will enchant children of all ages! Come dressed in your PJs as this magical story unfolds.
Westminster Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - Adults
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Storyteller Beth Rebert’s delightful presentation of this heartwarming holiday tale will enchant children of all ages! Come dressed in your PJs as this magical story unfolds.
Saturday Adventures
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 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—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 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—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!
Open Sewing Studio (Bring Your Own Sewing Machine)
Exploration Commons
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program. All skill levels are welcome. You must bring your own sewing supplies and tools.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program. All skill levels are welcome. You must bring your own sewing supplies and tools.
Note: This is not an instructional class; no materials will be provided.
This registration is for individuals bringing their own sewing machine. You must have a working knowledge of how to thread and operate your machine to register.
If you want to reserve a sewing machine, please register for the other version of this program.
Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine)
Exploration Commons
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program. All skill levels are welcome. You must bring your own sewing supplies and tools.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program. All skill levels are welcome. You must bring your own sewing supplies and tools.
Note: This is not an instructional class; no materials will be provided.
This registration will reserve a sewing machine for use. You must be certified for independent use to register for this program.
If you want to bring your own sewing machine, please register for the other version of this program.
Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Kids
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 11
Registration and more information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for kids, so join us to show you're the best player your age in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 11
Registration and more information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for kids, so join us to show you're the best player your age in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 11 - 18
Registration and more information
Welcome, adventurers! Join our table as we embark on a fun-filled campaign! Our game is friendly to both new and returning players. Our characters are currently level 1. We will have a number of pre-made character sheets for you to make your own!
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 11 - 18
Registration and more information
Welcome, adventurers! Join our table as we embark on a fun-filled campaign! Our game is friendly to both new and returning players. Our characters are currently level 1. We will have a number of pre-made character sheets for you to make your own!
Dungeons & Dragons is a trademark of Wizards of the Coast LLC in the United States and other countries. © 2015 Wizards. All Rights Reserved
Bake Together: Soft Pretzels
Exploration Commons
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:45pm
Ages: 6 - 18
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.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:45pm
Ages: 6 - 18
Registration and more information
Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them.
This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:
- At least one child aged 6–18
- At least one adult
- The remaining two spots in the group may be filled by additional participants aged 6 or older or left unfilled.
PAWS to Read
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults
Registration and more information
Come to the library to visit with or read to a book-loving therapy animal. 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. Registration is optional; walk-ins are welcome!
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults
Registration and more information
Come to the library to visit with or read to a book-loving therapy animal. 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. Registration is optional; walk-ins are welcome!
Read with a Furry Friend
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 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, December 20, 2025 - 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.
Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for teens, so join us to show you're the best player in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for teens, so join us to show you're the best player in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!
Learn to Solder
Exploration Commons
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Soldering is fun and fundamental to a wide assortment of maker electronic projects and modern technology. From simple light-up LEDs to complex robots, solder is the glue that holds the technological world together. Join us for a hands-on project where you will assemble and solder your very own simple circuit.
Exploration Commons
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Soldering is fun and fundamental to a wide assortment of maker electronic projects and modern technology. From simple light-up LEDs to complex robots, solder is the glue that holds the technological world together. Join us for a hands-on project where you will assemble and solder your very own simple circuit.
Carroll County Workforce Development Day
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.
Holiday Sing-Along
Finksburg Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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It's getting close to the holidays! Join us for a holiday sing-along, where we'll read stories, sing, and dance!
Finksburg Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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It's getting close to the holidays! Join us for a holiday sing-along, where we'll read stories, sing, and dance!
Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
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
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board
Westminster Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Registration and more information
Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too! Participants can join us in person or log in virtually through Zoom by registering.
Westminster Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Registration and more information
Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too! Participants can join us in person or log in virtually through Zoom by registering.
LEGO® Builders Club
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: 6 - Adults
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Want to practice your building skills? Join us for a LEGO® program where you tackle a new design challenge each time! We supply the bricks, and you supply the creativity!
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: 6 - Adults
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Want to practice your building skills? Join us for a LEGO® program where you tackle a new design challenge each time! We supply the bricks, and you supply the creativity!
Laser Engraved Cork Trivet
Exploration Commons
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
Registration and more information
Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator and design for the laser engraver while we create a design for a cork trivet. Participants will then get to see their trivet being engraved. Great for gifts!
Exploration Commons
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
Registration and more information
Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator and design for the laser engraver while we create a design for a cork trivet. Participants will then get to see their trivet being engraved. Great for gifts!
This class does not result in independent laser use certification.
Monday Makers
Taneytown Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 11 - Adults
Registration and more information
Join us to make something new and creative. Instructions will be limited so you can experiment with the materials provided.
Taneytown Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 11 - Adults
Registration and more information
Join us to make something new and creative. Instructions will be limited so you can experiment with the materials provided.
