Upcoming Events

Check our calendar of events site for more events. List of currently registering programs.

Writing Group - 306593

Writing Group

Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 9:15am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

Writers of all levels and genres are invited to join our weekly writing group. It is a flexible, drop-in, stay-as-long-as-you-like environment. The primary goal is to dedicate quiet time away from the daily chaos to make consistent progress on your novel or children's book. Bring your current project to work on during this time. At 10 AM, we will brainstorm, critique, and share knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry. You are welcome to share a short piece of writing during this time for critique.

Move & Groove Storytime - 306100

Move & Groove Storytime

Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

This energetic storytime features books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles! We’ll learn through movement and foster a love of stories. 

Family Storytime - 283246

Family Storytime

Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.

Read and Play - 307545

Read and Play

Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Family Storytime - 309394

Family Storytime

North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.

Read and Play - 299169

Read and Play

Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Read and Play - 307684

Read and Play

Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Mount Airy Knitters - 306195

Mount Airy Knitters

Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.

Move & Groove Storytime - 306113

Move & Groove Storytime

Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

This energetic storytime features books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles! We’ll learn through movement and foster a love of stories. 

Ready, Set, School! - 307636

Ready, Set, School!

Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 3 - 6
Class information

This special storytime for preschoolers promotes pre-reading and school readiness skills. Get ready for kindergarten through books, songs, activities, and lots of fun! 

Preschool Move and Learn - 308457

Preschool Move and Learn

Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Class information

Join us for an interactive storytime where we develop school readiness skills using movement, music, and more, while fostering a love of learning! This fun program includes art projects and hands-on learning stations.

Ready, Set, School! - 283258

Ready, Set, School!

Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Class information

This special storytime for preschoolers promotes pre-reading and school readiness skills. Get ready for kindergarten through books, songs, activities, and lots of fun! 

Twos and Threes Together - 299192

Twos and Threes Together

Westminster Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Intermediate Laser Cutting: Designing for Different Materials - 309818

Intermediate Laser Cutting: Designing for Different Materials

Exploration Commons
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

This intermediate-level laser design class focuses on the differences between creating designs and navigating unique settings on various materials. Attendees will learn how to optimize their workflow with different types of material. 

Exploration Commons Laser Cutter Certification is required prior to attending this program.

Dragon Crafts - 312212

Dragon Crafts

North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Class registration and more information

Join us for a magical crafting adventure inspired by dragons. All supplies will be provided for this imaginative, hands-on activity.

LEGO® Builders Club - 304816

LEGO® Builders Club

Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 6 - 12
Class information

Want to practice your building skills? Join us for a LEGO® program where you tackle a new design each time! We supply the bricks, and you supply the creativity!

Engraved Tumblers - 306344

Engraved Tumblers

Exploration Commons
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

In this class, we will be engraving tumblers using Adobe Illustrator to create a simple design with text and graphics. You may bring custom images with you, preferably on a thumb drive, if you already have an idea in mind. Previous laser design experience is helpful but not required. This class does not result in independent laser cutter use certification. 

ASL Practice Club - 305605

ASL Practice Club

Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 5 - Adults, Adults
Class information

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 Hooked on Crochet - 306470

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Class information

Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.

Family Fun Night - 309401

Family Fun Night

North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

Join us for a fun-filled time of a story, music, games, and creativity! After a story and group activities, families have a choice of playing games and making crafts together. Perfect for all ages!

Finksburg Area CCPS Literacy Night - 323492

Finksburg Area CCPS Literacy Night

Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 6 - 12
Class registration and more information
Join us for a fun evening of reading, exploring, and learning with your local librarians and your school reading specialists. Reading specialists will share tips and resources for caregivers supporting their young readers. This event is in partnership with Cranberry Station Elementary, Mechanicsville Elementary, and Sandymount Elementary.
Read and Play - 306125

Read and Play

Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Baking Basics: Classic Pumpkin Roll - 309136

Baking Basics: Classic Pumpkin Roll

Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

This hands-on bake-along class teaches you how to make a classic pumpkin roll with cream cheese filling. Participants will take home their delicious dessert to eat or freeze for Thanksgiving. CCPL's Westminster Branch staff member, Tina Mawhinney, and the Exploration Commons Teaching Kitchen staff will be teaching.  If you have previously taken this class at EC50, please do not register so that someone else may have the opportunity to attend. Registration for all sessions  of this class will open on 10/22.

Sewing Skills: Foundation Piecing Techniques - 313452

Sewing Skills: Foundation Piecing Techniques

Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

Learn the basics of quilting techniques, like String, Strip, and Crazy Quilting, in foundation piecing to create unique fabrics to use in your projects. Foundation fabrics will be provided along with scrap pieces. 

Students are invited to bring their own scrap fabrics as well.

Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification

Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided. 

Twos and Threes Together - 283215

Twos and Threes Together

Finksburg Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Family Storytime - 307495

Family Storytime

Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.

Family Storytime - 307877

Family Storytime

Taneytown Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.

Family Storytime - 309395

Family Storytime

North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.

Twos and Threes Together - 299223

Twos and Threes Together

Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Carroll County Workforce Development Day - 306730

Carroll County Workforce Development Day

Taneytown Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.

North Carroll Writers Group - 305126

North Carroll Writers Group

North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished writers, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. All genres are welcome: novel, short story, essay, poetry, memoirs, spiritual, sci-fi, fiction, and nonfiction. This group is led by Barbara D. Duffey, an experienced writing workshop leader and author of five books.

Family Storytime - 306137

Family Storytime

Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.

Family Storytime - 299237

Family Storytime

Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.

Read and Play - 283051

Read and Play

Finksburg Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Mini Musicians - 307943

Mini Musicians

North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Class registration and more information

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 - Body in Motion - 289361

Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone - Body in Motion

North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Class information

The library is more than just books. It is a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for a program full of movement and music.

Crafty Activities for Seniors - 291649

Crafty Activities for Seniors

Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

Are you a retiree or an older adult who enjoys making crafts? If so, then please join us for a monthly group session where you'll create something different to take home or share. You'll also meet other craft lovers and exchange ideas along the way! Available while supplies last.

Taste As You Go: The Art of Seasoning - 308070

Taste As You Go: The Art of Seasoning

Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

Explore the basics of balanced seasoning. Learn how salt and acid work together to transform flavors and how tasting as you go ensures perfectly seasoned dishes.

CCGS Research Thursday - 300686

CCGS Research Thursday

Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Class information

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Veteran Services Program of Carroll County Benefits Information Session: Pensions and Compensation - 307911

Veteran Services Program of Carroll County Benefits Information Session: Pensions and Compensation

Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information

Are you a veteran or family member of a veteran who has questions about benefits regarding pensions and compensation? Join accredited Veteran Service Officers from the Carroll County Division of Aging and Disabilities (CCDoAD), Veteran Services Program, for this information session. An overview of the veteran services provided at the CCDoAD, with a more in-depth look at eligibility and documentation requirements for the Veteran Pension, Survivor Pension, and Dependency and Indemnity Compensation programs, will be discussed. Presenters will be available to answer questions, distribute resources, and provide referrals to county and out-of-county residents.

Baking Basics: Classic Pumpkin Roll - 325952

Baking Basics: Classic Pumpkin Roll

Exploration Commons
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

This hands-on bake-along class teaches you how to make a classic pumpkin roll with cream cheese filling. Participants will take home their delicious dessert to eat or freeze for Thanksgiving. CCPL's Westminster Branch staff member, Tina Mawhinney, and the Exploration Commons Teaching Kitchen staff will be teaching.  If you have previously taken this class at EC50, please do not register so that someone else may have the opportunity to attend. Registration for all sessions  of this class will open on 10/22.

Westminster Branch Chess Club - 306715

Westminster Branch Chess Club

Westminster Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor. All pawns, bishops, knights, rooks, queens, and kings are welcome! Our club sessions consist of 30 minutes of instruction and one hour of open play. Boards and pieces will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own set(s) from home.

Hooks & Needles: Drop-In - 306884

Hooks & Needles: Drop-In

Taneytown Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Class information

Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or any other portable project to the library to work or practice your stitches alongside other crafters. No instruction is provided this month. Drop in anytime between 5:30 and 7:30 PM.

Read to a Dog - 309412

Read to a Dog

North Carroll Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 4 - 12
Class information

Read to a puppy from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program! Reading to a dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially for struggling readers.

Gelli Printing with Autumn Leaves - 307843

Gelli Printing with Autumn Leaves

Finksburg Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

Explore the art of gelli printing using natural autumn leaves. Participants will experiment with gel plates and acrylic paints to create monoprints on cardstock. This relaxed, hands-on program is perfect for beginners and anyone looking to try a fun, seasonal printmaking technique. 

Pajama Party Storytime - 307672

Pajama Party Storytime

Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.

Crochet Circle - 319984

Crochet Circle

Finksburg Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Class information
Join our welcoming crochet group for a relaxing and creative experience! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crocheter, you’ll find support and inspiration here. New to crocheting? We have some extra supplies available to get you started. Come stitch, chat, and connect with fellow makers!
Gentle Yoga - 305351

Gentle Yoga

Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class 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, and stress and pain relief. No experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat and a blanket.

Spinning Yarn with Susan Withnell - 311284

Spinning Yarn with Susan Withnell

Taneytown Branch
Thursday, November 5, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 10 - Adults, Adults
Class information

Join us at the library for a visit from Susan Withnell as she demonstrates how spinning wool into yarn works and discusses the history and processes involved! Susan is the artisan of Ewes-ful Fiber Arts in Westminster, and spinning and weaving have been a passion for her for decades.

This program has been rescheduled for Thursday, January 28, 2027, at 6:30 PM.

Early Bird Book Buzz with Mt. Airy Mocha Mobile Coffee Bar - 308194

Early Bird Book Buzz with Mt. Airy Mocha Mobile Coffee Bar

Mount Airy Branch
Friday, November 6, 2026 - 7:30am - 9:30am
Ages: Adults
Class information

Early birds, fuel up while you stock up! Swing by CCPL's Mount Airy Branch before work, make a pit stop, or join us before you start the rest of your day! Check out your TBR pile, learn about new and exciting books that are coming out courtesy of Penguin Random House, and pick up a drink from Mt. Airy Mocha Mobile Coffee Bar while you're here. Free drink coupons will be given to the first 30 attendees with their checkout receipt, one per customer. Additional drinks will be available for purchase. 

Cuentos Bilingües/Bilingual Storytime - 308021

Cuentos Bilingües/Bilingual Storytime

Finksburg Branch
Friday, November 6, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 10
Class information

Are you interested in improving your language skills? Join us for Spanish Bilingual Storytime! There will be singing, dancing, activities, stories, and rhymes in Spanish and English.  

¿Está interesado en mejorar sus habilidades del lenguaje? ¡Ven a la biblioteca para el programa de cuentos bilingües en español e inglés! Habrá cantos, bailes, actividades, y cuentos en español e inglés.

ABCs & 123s: Kitchen Fun - 307565

ABCs & 123s: Kitchen Fun

Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 6, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 5
Class registration and more information

Join the fun as we explore letters and numbers. We’ll offer lots of engaging, hands-on activities to make learning fun!

Leaf Thief Storytime and Nature Walk - 307592

Leaf Thief Storytime and Nature Walk

Offsite
Friday, November 6, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

Join us at Wildwood Park for an outdoor storytime and a short nature walk in the woods to search for colorful leaves, followed by a natural craft. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring a blanket to sit on during storytime. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Nurturing Touch: Infant Massage Class - 301060

Nurturing Touch: Infant Massage Class

Eldersburg Branch
Friday, November 6, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 2, Adults
Class registration and more information

Join us for a supportive, hands-on group for caregivers and their babies. Led by a certified infant massage instructor, this class guides caregivers through gentle massage strokes with their baby that can promote sleep, ease discomfort from colic and teething, and strengthen caregiver-infant bonds. Caregivers will learn these techniques in a calm, nurturing environment and leave with skills to support their baby’s comfort and development. Registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are welcome!

Read and Play - 309388

Read and Play

North Carroll Branch
Friday, November 6, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Yoga with Meditation - 305337

Yoga with Meditation

Eldersburg Branch
Friday, November 6, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information

Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor. Meditation exercises will be incorporated into the practice. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a blanket, yoga mat, and a strap (or belt or towel).

Chair Yoga at the Library - 309369

Chair Yoga at the Library

North Carroll Branch
Friday, November 6, 2026 - 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information

Focus on simple stretches, mindful breathing, and relaxation techniques through chair yoga at the library! This class is a great way to improve your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being in a welcoming environment. No prior yoga experience or supplies are needed—just bring your curiosity and a smile! 

Book Chat - 306718

Book Chat

Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 6, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

Join us for an hour of chatting about books! Come and share what you are reading and get ideas from others about what to read next!

Relax and Unwind with Reverse Coloring - 306351

Relax and Unwind with Reverse Coloring

Eldersburg Branch
Friday, November 6, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

Take time out for yourself as we relax and experiment with reverse coloring templates and ink pens. Let vibrant watercolor backgrounds guide your imagination as you draw, doodle, and create without rules. Let go of perfection and embrace creativity for relaxation!

Seasonal Butter Molds - 309418

Seasonal Butter Molds

Exploration Commons
Friday, November 6, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information

In this combination makerspace/teaching kitchen class, learn to create your own custom seasonal butter molds. You will start in the makerspace and use our Vaquform machine along with preprinted festive fall shapes to make a custom mold. We will then head to the Teaching Kitchen to whip up delicious flavored butters and fill our newly created molds. Your final shaped butters will make a fun custom addition for your holiday table.

Writer's Circle - 306722

Writer's Circle

Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 6, 2026 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

Join this fun group of writers and aspiring writers as we share what we are working on and listen to feedback from others. Whether you write novels, short stories, poems, or anything in between, this group is for you!

Saturday Adventures - 306160

Saturday Adventures

Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 5
Class information

Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!

LEGO® WeDo: Build, Code, and Create with Carroll County 4-H - 323734

LEGO® WeDo: Build, Code, and Create with Carroll County 4-H

Taneytown Branch
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 7 - 12
Class information

Get ready to build, experiment, and bring your creations to life! Using the LEGO® Education WeDo system, youth will explore the basics of robotics, engineering, and coding through hands-on challenges. Participants will build LEGO® models, add motors and sensors, and use simple coding to make their creations move and respond. No previous coding or robotics experience is needed, just bring your creativity and curiosity!

Preschool Play AND CRAFT! - 306044

Preschool Play AND CRAFT!

Westminster Branch
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
Class information

Play is a fantastic way for children to develop their critical thinking skills. Join us for an open playtime, and in this special edition, choose a craft to complete and take home! Children can be imaginative and creative while exploring blocks, puzzles, playdough, and more. 

Robot Pumpkin Smash - 307378

Robot Pumpkin Smash

Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
Class information

Join the Robo-Lions, a team of students, as they fire up their robots for Robot Pumpkin Smash! Find out how long it takes a robot to crack open a pumpkin. This program is a collaboration between PIE3 (Partnership in Inspiration for Engineering Education and Entrepreneurship), Robo-Lions, and Carroll County Public Library.

The Postpartum & Baby Check-In - 321967

The Postpartum & Baby Check-In

Finksburg Branch
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 2, Adults
Class registration and more information

Free screenings for both moms and babies. Julie Tarlow, occupational therapist and pelvic floor specialist, will offer diastasis recti (ab separation) checks, C-section scar screenings, and pelvic floor education. Dr. Rachel Mills, pediatric occupational therapist and certified infant massage instructor, will offer developmental information and screenings for infants. The therapists are available for anyone with questions about postpartum pelvic floor health/symptoms or their infant's milestones and development.

Intro to Carvera CNC - 309822

Intro to Carvera CNC

Exploration Commons
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 10:00am - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

This one-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine. This class will cover project design utilizing Makera's congruent software, MakeraCAM, along with other compatible software available at Exploration Commons. There will be a break from 12 to 1 PM between the morning and afternoon sessions.

All program registrants must complete the Prerequisite Module for the In-Person Carvera Desktop CNC Class before attending this program.

Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the Carvera CNC independently.

Read with a Furry Friend - 298759

Read with a Furry Friend

Westminster Branch
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
Class information

Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained "reading dogs" provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. Research shows that reading to animals can boost reading skills in children and help with emotional and social skills.

Peaceful Melodies with Lydia Bandy - 316363

Peaceful Melodies with Lydia Bandy

Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
Class information

Enjoy the soothing sounds of piano or harp as Lydia Bandy fills the library with beautiful, calming music.

Central Maryland's Birds of Prey - 308075

Central Maryland's Birds of Prey

Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
Central Maryland is home to an impressive variety of birds of prey, including eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls. These powerful hunters act as nature's pest control, using incredible eyesight and sharp talons to keep local wildlife populations healthy and balanced. Mount Airy nature photographer Brian Smith will present an engaging, vibrant slideshow featuring many of the region's most fascinating species. He will discuss their habitats, tell some interesting facts, and answer your questions. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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Old Line Statesmen Chorus Workshop

Finksburg Branch
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information

Have you ever thought about joining a chorus? Come join our singing workshop with the Old Line Statesmen to learn more about this wonderful local chorus.

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Robot Pumpkin Smash

Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
Class information

Join the Robo-Lions, a team of students, as they fire up their robots for Robot Pumpkin Smash! Find out how long it takes a robot to crack open a pumpkin. This program is a collaboration between PIE3 (Partnership in Inspiration for Engineering Education and Entrepreneurship), Robo-Lions, and Carroll County Public Library.

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Family Storytime

Mount Airy Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.

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Alphabet Train

Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
Class information

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

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Family Storytime

Westminster Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.

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Family Storytime

Taneytown Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.

Read and Play - 309389

Read and Play

North Carroll Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

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Visit with Reese Firefighters

Finksburg Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information

Join the firefighters from Reese Fire Company for a brief storytime, see what gear firefighters wear, and explore some of the fire trucks!

Move & Groove Storytime - 307516

Move & Groove Storytime

Mount Airy Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

This energetic storytime features books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles! We’ll learn through movement and foster a love of stories. 

Alphabet Train - 313773

Alphabet Train

North Carroll Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Class information

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet - 306475

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Class information

Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.

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Laser Cutting Techniques: Jigs and Templates

Exploration Commons
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

Learn how jigs and templates can make repeat laser projects faster and easier. In this hands-on class, you will make a simple jig for the laser and create a matching template in Adobe Illustrator. Laser certification and familiarity with Adobe Illustrator are required before registering. 

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Young Adult Writer's Group

Westminster Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 17 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

Are you an aspiring writer? Looking to work on that novel or short story idea, or break out of writer's block? Are you 17-22? Look no further! Join us for an afternoon of writing exercises, sharing your work, and maybe even a bit of inspiration. Snacks will be provided!

Art Discovery - 304443

Art Discovery

Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 5 - 10
Class information

Each month we will learn about a different artist/art movement. Participants will create their own unique art piece based on the techniques and style of the artist/art movement.  

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Laser Project: Veterans Day Challenge Coins

Exploration Commons
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information

Veterans and military enthusiasts, join us in this laser project class as we make a long-standing military tradition, challenge coins! We will use Adobe Illustrator to design a custom challenge coin for laser engraving to take home. No previous design or laser experience necessary.

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Open Mah Jongg

Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
Class 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. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided. An instructor may or may not be present to assist newbies. Call 410-386-4460 x6629 to inquire.

Books and Brews Book Club: No More Tears - 308114

Books and Brews Book Club: No More Tears

Offsite
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

Do you enjoy reading and talking about books while enjoying excellent craft beer? Then our Books and Brews Book Club is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting, so join us in sharing good books and ideas.

This month's selection is No More Tears: The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson by Gardiner Harris. This is a nonfiction book by an award-winning investigative journalist who had a chance encounter in 2004 with a sales rep for Johnson & Johnson with horrific stories of unethical business practices. His subsequent investigations ultimately led to new federal laws and this blistering exposé that lays bare deeply rooted corruption that threatened the lives of millions.

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Come Create

Taneytown Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information

Doing crafts improves your mood, reduces stress, and is fun! Explore your inner artist. All supplies will be provided.

Veterans Book Club: The Ride - 261566

Veterans Book Club: The Ride

Finksburg Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

In partnership with the Carroll County Veterans Advisory Council, we invite veterans, current military and reservists, and family members to join us for an evening of discussion, fellowship, and camaraderie. This month's selection is The Ride: Paul Revere and the Night that Saved America by Kostya Kennedy.

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North Carroll Teen Advisory Board

North Carroll Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Class information

Calling all teens with a love of the library! Earn service hours while making friends, beautifying the library, and planning programs!

If this is your first time joining us, please print and complete a copy of the volunteer application.

Sean Gaskell and the West African Kora - 310117

Sean Gaskell and the West African Kora

Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 9, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
Class information

Audience members will learn about the history of the West African kora, how it is built, who typically plays it, and the types of events it is often utilized at. Sean Gaskell will share his personal experiences while studying in West Africa. The program will conclude with a brief Q&A before the final song. Learn more about Sean Gaskell at www.seangaskell.com.

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Read and Play

Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

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Preschool Vision Screening

North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 9:30am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 6
Class information

Drop by for a free vision screening for preschool-aged children. Testing covers nearsightedness, farsightedness, unequal focusing, and differences in the power of the eyes. Offered in partnership with the Lineboro-Manchester Lions Club.

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Read and Play

Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

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Read and Play

Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

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Read and Play

Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Move & Groove Storytime - 309403

Move & Groove Storytime

North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

This energetic storytime features books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles! We’ll learn through movement and foster a love of stories. 

Read and Play - 299170

Read and Play

Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 2
Class information

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Family Storytime - 316482

Family Storytime

Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.

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Twos and Threes Together

Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

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Twos and Threes Together

Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 11:00am - 11:45am
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

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Twos and Threes Together

Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

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Twos and Threes Together

Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Drop-In Diamond Painting - 306708

Drop-In Diamond Painting

Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 1:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary!

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Dungeons & Dragons Online

Online
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Class 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.

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Transitioning to Medicare Part 2

Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class 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.

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Cook Together: Rainbow Tacos

Exploration Commons
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 6 - 18
Class registration and more information

In this family-friendly class, you'll make a flavorful turkey and black bean taco filling and prepare a variety of colorful toppings while learning how eating the rainbow can support a healthy diet.

This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:

  • At least one child aged 6–18
  • At least one adult
  • You may fill the remaining two spots in the group with two additional participants, aged 6 or older, or leave them unfilled. 
North Carroll Writers Group - 305114

North Carroll Writers Group

North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished writers, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. All genres are welcome: novel, short story, essay, poetry, memoirs, spiritual, sci-fi, fiction, and nonfiction. This group is led by Barbara D. Duffey, an experienced writing workshop leader and author of five books.

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Pajama Party Storytime

Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.

Mediums, Magicians, and the Ouija Board: A Spiritualist History of Baltimore - 283122

Mediums, Magicians, and the Ouija Board: A Spiritualist History of Baltimore

Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

Join us for a journey into Baltimore's spiritualist past with Julie Saylor of the Enoch Pratt Free Library. Julie will explore the roles of mediums, magicians, and the Ouija board in early 20th-century Baltimore. 

A Carroll 250 program.

Mount Airy Area CCPS Literacy Night - 323808

Mount Airy Area CCPS Literacy Night

Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 6 - 12
Class registration and more information

Join us for a fun evening of reading, exploring, and learning with your local librarians and your school reading specialists. Reading specialists will share tips and resources for caregivers supporting their young readers. This event is in partnership with Mount Airy Elementary, Parr's Ridge Elementary, and Winfield Elementary.

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Pajama Party Storytime

Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information

Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.

TRIVIA NIGHT at Bistro 91 in Finksburg - 302782

TRIVIA NIGHT at Bistro 91 in Finksburg

Offsite
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class 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.

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