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Chicken Storytime with Ms. Erin
Online
Monday, April 6, 2020 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 5
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Enjoy a storytime with Ms. Erin that is all about chickens!
Online
Monday, April 6, 2020 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 5
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Enjoy a storytime with Ms. Erin that is all about chickens!
Ms. Steph's Storytime
Online
Thursday, April 9, 2020 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 5
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Join us for this special storytime staring Ms. Steph and Penny! Have fun singing songs and doing activities.
Online
Thursday, April 9, 2020 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 5
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Join us for this special storytime staring Ms. Steph and Penny! Have fun singing songs and doing activities.
Farm Storytime with Ms. Barbara
Online
Thursday, April 9, 2020 - 11:00am - 11:15am
Ages: All Ages
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Join Ms. Barbara for stories and songs.about the farm.
Online
Thursday, April 9, 2020 - 11:00am - 11:15am
Ages: All Ages
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Join Ms. Barbara for stories and songs.about the farm.
Gentle Yoga Online
Online
Thursday, April 9, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
This gentle yoga class, taught by Rebecca Berg, is designed to allow students of various abilities and physical conditions to comfortably develop his or her own yoga practice. There are many appealing aspects of yoga, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, as well as stress and pain relief. No experience necessary. We may not use all of them in each class, but If possible have a blanket, bolster or pillows, strap, scarf or soft belt and 2 blocks or books. Class link will be emailed one hour before class start time.
Online
Thursday, April 9, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
This gentle yoga class, taught by Rebecca Berg, is designed to allow students of various abilities and physical conditions to comfortably develop his or her own yoga practice. There are many appealing aspects of yoga, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, as well as stress and pain relief. No experience necessary. We may not use all of them in each class, but If possible have a blanket, bolster or pillows, strap, scarf or soft belt and 2 blocks or books. Class link will be emailed one hour before class start time.
Free Spirit Book Club Online: Becoming
Online
Saturday, April 11, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will be discussing the title selection from last month, Becoming by Michelle Obama as many of our regular members missed discussing this book because our meeting was cancelled. Our title for May will be available to borrow through Hoopla. Stay tuned for May meeting details. Registered participants will be emailed a link for the discussion one hour before the meeting time.
Online
Saturday, April 11, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will be discussing the title selection from last month, Becoming by Michelle Obama as many of our regular members missed discussing this book because our meeting was cancelled. Our title for May will be available to borrow through Hoopla. Stay tuned for May meeting details. Registered participants will be emailed a link for the discussion one hour before the meeting time.
Star Wars Crafts
North Carroll Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 9:00am - 7:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Drop by the library and make a Star Wars craft.
North Carroll Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 9:00am - 7:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Drop by the library and make a Star Wars craft.
Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Westminster Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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, May 4, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Read and Play
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Meetup Mondays
North Carroll Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Get together at the library for a fun social time for you and your children. We’ll provide the space, toys, and activities; you provide the fun. Play is an important part of developing early literacy skills. Learn and make new friends at the same time!
North Carroll Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Get together at the library for a fun social time for you and your children. We’ll provide the space, toys, and activities; you provide the fun. Play is an important part of developing early literacy skills. Learn and make new friends at the same time!
Ready, Set, School!
Westminster Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Westminster Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Little Kids, Big Feelings
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. My Many Colored Day and The Pout Pout Fish will be the featured books.
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. My Many Colored Day and The Pout Pout Fish will be the featured books.
Alphabet Train: Letters U and V
Finksburg Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 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.
Finksburg Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 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.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 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.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 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.
Open Exploration: Star Wars
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: 6 - 17
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Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours. Check https://library.carr.org/programs/explorationpoint.asp for a full list of the equipment and software available.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: 6 - 17
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Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours. Check https://library.carr.org/programs/explorationpoint.asp for a full list of the equipment and software available.
Teen Advisory Board
Westminster Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Meetings will start with snacks at 3:30 pm, then we’ll get down to business around 3:45 pm. Need service hours? We’ve got those too!
Westminster Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Meetings will start with snacks at 3:30 pm, then we’ll get down to business around 3:45 pm. Need service hours? We’ve got those too!
Bird's Nest Pendants
Taneytown Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Using wire and beads, we'll be creating unique and beautiful bird's nest pendants. This pendant would be a great personalized gift for your mom (Mother's Day is coming soon!) or you can treat yourself. Better yet, bring your mom with you and you can both make one!
Taneytown Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Using wire and beads, we'll be creating unique and beautiful bird's nest pendants. This pendant would be a great personalized gift for your mom (Mother's Day is coming soon!) or you can treat yourself. Better yet, bring your mom with you and you can both make one!
Pajama Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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There is nothing better than bedtime stories with cookies and juice. Wear your pajamas to this cozy storytime.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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There is nothing better than bedtime stories with cookies and juice. Wear your pajamas to this cozy storytime.
North Carroll Knitters Group
North Carroll Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Knitters and crocheters are all welcome to join this semi-monthly gathering to share tips, projects and patterns.
North Carroll Branch
Monday, May 4, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Knitters and crocheters are all welcome to join this semi-monthly gathering to share tips, projects and patterns.
Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Twos and Threes Together
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 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
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 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.
Little Kids, Big Feelings
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. Howard B. Wigglebottom and How Do Dinosaurs Play with Their Friends? will be the featured books.
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. Howard B. Wigglebottom and How Do Dinosaurs Play with Their Friends? will be the featured books.
Move & Learn
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 6
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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, May 5, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 6
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 11:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 11:00am - 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.
Move & Learn
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 6
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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, May 5, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 6
More information
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, May 5, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 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, May 5, 2020 - 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
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 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.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 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.
Breastfeeding Support Group
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Breastfeeding can be challenging and emotional for new moms. Come share, support, socialize, and help one another in a non-judgmental environment. Siblings welcome. This support group is led by Susan Weyer, RN, IBCLC. A scale is available for pre and post weights.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Breastfeeding can be challenging and emotional for new moms. Come share, support, socialize, and help one another in a non-judgmental environment. Siblings welcome. This support group is led by Susan Weyer, RN, IBCLC. A scale is available for pre and post weights.
Yarn Over Crochet and Knitting
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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We welcome the novice or newbie. Bring your latest project, or come to learn. Sit with us every Tuesday and yarn some tales with a wonderful group of knitters and crocheters.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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We welcome the novice or newbie. Bring your latest project, or come to learn. Sit with us every Tuesday and yarn some tales with a wonderful group of knitters and crocheters.
Tuesday Afternoons at the Library
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 2 - 5
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Join us for a variety of fun activities from Shake, Rattle, and Read to Parachute Fun to Little Builders to crafts.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 2 - 5
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Join us for a variety of fun activities from Shake, Rattle, and Read to Parachute Fun to Little Builders to crafts.
Book Club without a Book!
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Adults
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No reading is required. Chat about a book you've read and hear about great books others have enjoyed.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Adults
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No reading is required. Chat about a book you've read and hear about great books others have enjoyed.
Little Kids, Big Feelings
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. Howard B. Wigglebottom and How Do Dinosaurs Play with Their Friends? will be the featured books.
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. Howard B. Wigglebottom and How Do Dinosaurs Play with Their Friends? will be the featured books.
Interfaith Community of Carroll County
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Frank Reitemeyer, a member of Union Bridge's Religious Society of Friends, will be giving a presentation.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Frank Reitemeyer, a member of Union Bridge's Religious Society of Friends, will be giving a presentation.
Writing Group
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 9:15am - 2:30pm
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. Periodically, per group consensus, some time will be spent brainstorming, critiquing, and sharing knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 9:15am - 2:30pm
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. Periodically, per group consensus, some time will be spent brainstorming, critiquing, and sharing knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry.
Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Read and Play
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Ready, Set, School!
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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, May 6, 2020 - 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, May 6, 2020 - 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
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 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
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 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.
Twos and Threes Together
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 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
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
More information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Family Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 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.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 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
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Twos and Threes Together
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 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.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
More information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Ready, Set, School!
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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, May 6, 2020 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
Open Exploration: Star Wars
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: 6 - 17
More information
Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours. Check https://library.carr.org/programs/explorationpoint.asp for a full list of the equipment and software available.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: 6 - 17
More information
Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours. Check https://library.carr.org/programs/explorationpoint.asp for a full list of the equipment and software available.
Transitioning to Medicare Part 1
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to make the most of your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning on to Medicare. This seminar will cover what the four parts of Medicare (Parts A, B, C, and D) are, Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans, Medicare Advantage plans, available preventative services, and how to protect yourself from healthcare fraud. We will cover Medicare Savings Programs, which help pay for Medicare beneficiary out-of-pocket costs. These are not all low-income programs. Presented by Carroll County State Health Insurance Assistance Program/Senior Medicare Patrol.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to make the most of your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning on to Medicare. This seminar will cover what the four parts of Medicare (Parts A, B, C, and D) are, Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans, Medicare Advantage plans, available preventative services, and how to protect yourself from healthcare fraud. We will cover Medicare Savings Programs, which help pay for Medicare beneficiary out-of-pocket costs. These are not all low-income programs. Presented by Carroll County State Health Insurance Assistance Program/Senior Medicare Patrol.
Pajama Party Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.
Pajama Party Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.
Wire Wrapped Flower Ring
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us to make a wire wrapped flower ring just in time for spring. All materials will be provided for you.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us to make a wire wrapped flower ring just in time for spring. All materials will be provided for you.
Westminster Book Discussion Group: Sunburn by Laura Lippman
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Sunburn by Laura Lippman.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Sunburn by Laura Lippman.
Little Kids, Big Feelings
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. The Way I Feel and The Way I Act will be the featured books.
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. The Way I Feel and The Way I Act will be the featured books.
Deep Relaxation Class
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
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Experience the benefits of a deep relaxation session in this inwardly focused yoga class. Through gentle asanas (comfortable stretching), Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation), an introduction to pranayama (breathing practices), and meditation, we work from the physical body to the subtle bodies, restoring and inviting peace to our being. No experience necessary. Please bring a mat and a blanket.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
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Experience the benefits of a deep relaxation session in this inwardly focused yoga class. Through gentle asanas (comfortable stretching), Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation), an introduction to pranayama (breathing practices), and meditation, we work from the physical body to the subtle bodies, restoring and inviting peace to our being. No experience necessary. Please bring a mat and a blanket.
Little Kids, Big Feelings
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 8
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It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. Rainbow Fish and Big Dog...Little Dog will be the featured books.
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 8
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It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. Rainbow Fish and Big Dog...Little Dog will be the featured books.
Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 10:00am - 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
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 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, May 7, 2020 - 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, May 7, 2020 - 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, May 7, 2020 - 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.
Family Storytime
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 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, May 7, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Westminster Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Twos and Threes Together
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 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.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 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.
Black-Eyed Susan Book Club: Picture Books
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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Each month we will read a 2019-20 Black-Eyed Susan nominee from the picture book list, followed by group discussion and related activity.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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Each month we will read a 2019-20 Black-Eyed Susan nominee from the picture book list, followed by group discussion and related activity.
Messy Masterpieces: Family Days
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 2 - 6
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Paint and scissors and glue, oh my! It’s time to create your very own masterpieces to give to the special parents in your life! Please dress to get messy.
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 2 - 6
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Paint and scissors and glue, oh my! It’s time to create your very own masterpieces to give to the special parents in your life! Please dress to get messy.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 2:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Give blood and save a life. Visit redcross.org or the Mount Airy Service Desk to sign up now.
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 2:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Give blood and save a life. Visit redcross.org or the Mount Airy Service Desk to sign up now.
Tween Time: Game On
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12
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A special Tween Time opportunity to try out our new gaming system and ping-pong table. Drop in and let us know what you think!
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12
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A special Tween Time opportunity to try out our new gaming system and ping-pong table. Drop in and let us know what you think!
Cuentos Bilingües/Bilingual Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 11
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¿Hable espanol? Compartiremos libros, cuentos, rimas, música y movimiento en inglés y español. Venga a hablar, cantar, leer y crear juntos en un formato apropiado para niños pequeños.
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 11
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¿Hable espanol? Compartiremos libros, cuentos, rimas, música y movimiento en inglés y español. Venga a hablar, cantar, leer y crear juntos en un formato apropiado para niños pequeños.
Do you speak Spanish? We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement in English and Spanish. Come talk, sing, read, and create together in a format appropriate for young children.
Read to a Dog Friend
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 4 - 12
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Read to a puppy from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program. Research shows that reading to an animal can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills.
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 4 - 12
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Read to a puppy from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program. Research shows that reading to an animal can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills.
Gentle Yoga
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
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This gentle yoga class, taught by Rebecca Berg, is designed to allow students of various abilities and physical conditions to comfortably develop his or her own yoga practice. There are many appealing aspects of yoga, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, as well as stress and pain relief. No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a mat and a blanket.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
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This gentle yoga class, taught by Rebecca Berg, is designed to allow students of various abilities and physical conditions to comfortably develop his or her own yoga practice. There are many appealing aspects of yoga, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, as well as stress and pain relief. No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a mat and a blanket.
Little Kids, Big Feelings
Finksburg Branch
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 8
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It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. Giraffes Can't Dance and Grumpy Monkey will be the featured books.
Finksburg Branch
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 8
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It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. Giraffes Can't Dance and Grumpy Monkey will be the featured books.
Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 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
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 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.
Itty Bitty Scientists: Let's Grow!
Taneytown Branch
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 5
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Explore science through a variety of hands-on activities, experiments, and learning stations to discover how things grow.
Taneytown Branch
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 5
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Explore science through a variety of hands-on activities, experiments, and learning stations to discover how things grow.
Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
North Carroll Branch
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 11:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 11:00am - 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.
Busy Bee Quilting
Finksburg Branch
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Looking for a quilting group? Interested in learning how to quilt? Join the Busy Bee Quilt Guild every month for some quilting fun!
Finksburg Branch
Friday, May 8, 2020 - 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Looking for a quilting group? Interested in learning how to quilt? Join the Busy Bee Quilt Guild every month for some quilting fun!
Drone Racing!
North Carroll Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: 11 - 17
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Come learn how to pilot our parrot drones. Then compete in races and more.
North Carroll Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: 11 - 17
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Come learn how to pilot our parrot drones. Then compete in races and more.
Little Kids, Big Feelings
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 8
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It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. Glad Monster, Sad Monster and How Do You Feel? will be the featured books.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 8
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It's easy to know when your child needs help dealing with a fever or a broken bone, but mental health problems can sometimes be harder to identify. Join Carroll County E-SMART and Carroll County Public Library for a storytime to help caregivers and children learn and talk about their big feelings or to find out when extra help is needed. Special guests will be featured at each storytime. Glad Monster, Sad Monster and How Do You Feel? will be the featured books.
Ask a Master Gardener
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: All Ages
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Do you have a question you'd like to ask a University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener? Bring plant samples or photos for identification or diagnosis to an Ask a Master Gardener plant clinic. Get advice on veggies, landscape plants, insects, lawns, and more. Pick up publications from the University or borrow library books, too!
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: All Ages
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Do you have a question you'd like to ask a University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener? Bring plant samples or photos for identification or diagnosis to an Ask a Master Gardener plant clinic. Get advice on veggies, landscape plants, insects, lawns, and more. Pick up publications from the University or borrow library books, too!
Monte Leister and the Leister Quintet
Westminster Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join Monte Leister and The Leister Quintet for an exciting musical menu of swing, jazz, and blues standards and original pieces as part of the Westminster Flower and Jazz Festival.
Westminster Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join Monte Leister and The Leister Quintet for an exciting musical menu of swing, jazz, and blues standards and original pieces as part of the Westminster Flower and Jazz Festival.
Saturday Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 11:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 11:00am - 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.
Upcycled Cigar Boxes
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 11:00am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us as we transform wooden cigar boxes into beautiful and useful art. All supplies will be provided, just bring your creativity!
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 11:00am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us as we transform wooden cigar boxes into beautiful and useful art. All supplies will be provided, just bring your creativity!
Carroll County Writers Group: What about Writer's Block?
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
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What causes writer's block? Does it even exist? All writers face times when we just can't seem to get the words on the page. Join the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Group for a discussion of this concern and what we can do to get the words flowing again.
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
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What causes writer's block? Does it even exist? All writers face times when we just can't seem to get the words on the page. Join the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Group for a discussion of this concern and what we can do to get the words flowing again.
Junior Gardeners' Workshop: Tea Cup Silk Flower Arrangement
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12
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Join the Silver Fancy Garden Club expert and learn to make a gorgeous silk flower arrangement in a lovely teacup. All supplies will be provided.
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12
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Join the Silver Fancy Garden Club expert and learn to make a gorgeous silk flower arrangement in a lovely teacup. All supplies will be provided.
Math is Fun!
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 5 - 10
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Join experts from the Mathnasium of Sykesville and Macbeth Academy for an afternoon of fun activities designed to help students (kindergarten to 5th grade) explore math through exciting games and activities.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 5 - 10
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Join experts from the Mathnasium of Sykesville and Macbeth Academy for an afternoon of fun activities designed to help students (kindergarten to 5th grade) explore math through exciting games and activities.
PAWS to Read
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
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No matter how old you are, you can benefit from spending time with a book-loving dog. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children, helps with social skills, and even emotional health for any age. Walk-ins welcome!
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
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No matter how old you are, you can benefit from spending time with a book-loving dog. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children, helps with social skills, and even emotional health for any age. Walk-ins welcome!
Pokémon Club
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 8 - 17
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Gotta catch 'em all! Bring your cards and/or devices to this informal gathering for some unofficial Pokémon play.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 8 - 17
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Gotta catch 'em all! Bring your cards and/or devices to this informal gathering for some unofficial Pokémon play.
Hunger Games Release Party
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 10 - 17
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Join us to celebrate the book release of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, the new prequel to Suzanne Collin's famous dystopian YA Hunger Games trilogy. Receive your Panem name and district, test your Hunger Games knowledge, and train as a tribute. There will be crafts, activities, and snacks inspired by the books, and one victor will receive a free copy of their own of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes from A Likely Story. Happy Hunger Games! May the odds be ever in your favor.
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 10 - 17
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Join us to celebrate the book release of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, the new prequel to Suzanne Collin's famous dystopian YA Hunger Games trilogy. Receive your Panem name and district, test your Hunger Games knowledge, and train as a tribute. There will be crafts, activities, and snacks inspired by the books, and one victor will receive a free copy of their own of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes from A Likely Story. Happy Hunger Games! May the odds be ever in your favor.
Free Spirit Book Club: Where the Crowdads Sing
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens.
Sunday Music in the Library
Eldersburg Branch
Sunday, May 10, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Listen to these local musicians play at the library.
Eldersburg Branch
Sunday, May 10, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Listen to these local musicians play at the library.
- 3/1: Rob Caswell (dulcimer)
- 3/8: Elaine Bryant (harp)
- 3/15: Lydia Bandy (piano/harp)
- 3/22: TBD
- 3/29: Anthony Napolitano (flute)
- 4/5: Lydia Bandy (piano/harp)
- 4/19: Elaine Bryant (harp)
- 4/26: Rob Caswell (dulcimer)
- 5/3: Lydia Bandy (piano/harp)
- 5/10: Wild Harbors (Chris and Jenna Badeker)
- 5/17: Elaine Bryant (harp)
- 5/31: Anthony Napolitano (flute)
Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Westminster Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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, May 11, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Read and Play
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Meetup Mondays
North Carroll Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Get together at the library for a fun social time for you and your children. We’ll provide the space, toys, and activities; you provide the fun. Play is an important part of developing early literacy skills. Learn and make new friends at the same time!
North Carroll Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Get together at the library for a fun social time for you and your children. We’ll provide the space, toys, and activities; you provide the fun. Play is an important part of developing early literacy skills. Learn and make new friends at the same time!
Ready, Set, School!
Westminster Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Westminster Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Alphabet Train: Letter W
Finksburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 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.
Finksburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 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.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 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.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 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.
Meetup Mondays
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 5
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Join us for a playgroup just for preschoolers. Come enjoy a festive space where you and your child can explore and play with our toys, read a board book, enjoy music, and socialize with others.
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 5
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Join us for a playgroup just for preschoolers. Come enjoy a festive space where you and your child can explore and play with our toys, read a board book, enjoy music, and socialize with others.
Preschool STEM
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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Join us as we explore a STEM topic with a story and hands-on project.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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Join us as we explore a STEM topic with a story and hands-on project.
Open Exploration: Star Wars
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: 6 - 17
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Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours. Check https://library.carr.org/programs/explorationpoint.asp for a full list of the equipment and software available.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: 6 - 17
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Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours. Check https://library.carr.org/programs/explorationpoint.asp for a full list of the equipment and software available.
Fun with the Rubik's Cube!
North Carroll Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us to learn how to solve the Rubik's Cube. If you already know how to solve it then you can test your speed against others.
North Carroll Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us to learn how to solve the Rubik's Cube. If you already know how to solve it then you can test your speed against others.
Preschool STEM
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Registration and more information
Join us as we explore a STEM topic with a story and hands-on project.
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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Join us as we explore a STEM topic with a story and hands-on project.
Shipwrecks of the Chesapeake Bay
Taneytown Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Find yourself awash in the exciting stories and histories of shipwrecks in the Chesapeake Bay. If you look out at the Chesapeake Bay today, you can watch as an inlet of sea teems with life from active vessels. What lies beneath is harder to see—the remains of over 1,000 once-seaworthy boats and ships strewn about the bottom. Studying shipwrecks gives a unique insight into how people once lived, worked, and conducted daily commerce on the Chesapeake.
Taneytown Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Find yourself awash in the exciting stories and histories of shipwrecks in the Chesapeake Bay. If you look out at the Chesapeake Bay today, you can watch as an inlet of sea teems with life from active vessels. What lies beneath is harder to see—the remains of over 1,000 once-seaworthy boats and ships strewn about the bottom. Studying shipwrecks gives a unique insight into how people once lived, worked, and conducted daily commerce on the Chesapeake.
Teen Advisory Board
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Need service hours? Join the Teen Advisory Board for a fun-filled meeting to learn how you can become a leader in your library. But it's not all work and no play; we'll provide plenty of snacks and games too!
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Need service hours? Join the Teen Advisory Board for a fun-filled meeting to learn how you can become a leader in your library. But it's not all work and no play; we'll provide plenty of snacks and games too!
Next Steps in Genealogy: Maximize Your Census Research
Finksburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: Adults
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The federal census can provide so much more than just the individuals in a household. Debra Hoffman, from the Carroll County Genealogical Society, will present a Baltimore case study to demonstrate the information and methodology.
Finksburg Branch
Monday, May 11, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: Adults
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The federal census can provide so much more than just the individuals in a household. Debra Hoffman, from the Carroll County Genealogical Society, will present a Baltimore case study to demonstrate the information and methodology.
Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Twos and Threes Together
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 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
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 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.
Let's Move
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 5
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Our regular, theme-based storytime with a twist. There will be age-appropriate stories, songs, and a learning activity along with the opportunity to get up and get moving!
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 5
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Our regular, theme-based storytime with a twist. There will be age-appropriate stories, songs, and a learning activity along with the opportunity to get up and get moving!
Move & Learn
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 6
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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, May 12, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 6
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 11:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 11:00am - 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.
Move & Learn
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 6
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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, May 12, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 6
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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, May 12, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 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, May 12, 2020 - 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
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 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.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 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.
Breastfeeding Support Group
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Breastfeeding can be challenging and emotional for new moms. Come share, support, socialize, and help one another in a non-judgmental environment. Siblings welcome. This support group is led by Susan Weyer, RN, IBCLC. A scale is available for pre and post weights.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Breastfeeding can be challenging and emotional for new moms. Come share, support, socialize, and help one another in a non-judgmental environment. Siblings welcome. This support group is led by Susan Weyer, RN, IBCLC. A scale is available for pre and post weights.
Yarn Over Crochet and Knitting
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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We welcome the novice or newbie. Bring your latest project, or come to learn. Sit with us every Tuesday and yarn some tales with a wonderful group of knitters and crocheters.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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We welcome the novice or newbie. Bring your latest project, or come to learn. Sit with us every Tuesday and yarn some tales with a wonderful group of knitters and crocheters.
Tuesday Afternoons at the Library
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 2 - 5
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Join us for a variety of fun activities from Shake, Rattle, and Read to Parachute Fun to Little Builders to crafts.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 2 - 5
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Join us for a variety of fun activities from Shake, Rattle, and Read to Parachute Fun to Little Builders to crafts.
Transitioning to Medicare Part 1
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to make the most of your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning on to Medicare. This seminar will cover what the four parts of Medicare (Parts A, B, C, and D) are, Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans, available preventive services, and how to protect yourself from healthcare fraud. Also covered will be Medicare Savings Programs, which help pay for Medicare beneficiary out-of-pocket costs. These are not all low-income programs. Presented by the Carroll County State Health Insurance Assistance Program/Senior Medicare Patrol.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to make the most of your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning on to Medicare. This seminar will cover what the four parts of Medicare (Parts A, B, C, and D) are, Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans, available preventive services, and how to protect yourself from healthcare fraud. Also covered will be Medicare Savings Programs, which help pay for Medicare beneficiary out-of-pocket costs. These are not all low-income programs. Presented by the Carroll County State Health Insurance Assistance Program/Senior Medicare Patrol.
The Bereavement Support Group
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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The Bereavement Support Group will focus on counseling those who have lost someone close to them. This group is open to all grieving people in the community. It will focus on discussion and healing, using counseling, music, writing, and other interaction. Remember: you are not alone. This group is hosted by Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care.
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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The Bereavement Support Group will focus on counseling those who have lost someone close to them. This group is open to all grieving people in the community. It will focus on discussion and healing, using counseling, music, writing, and other interaction. Remember: you are not alone. This group is hosted by Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care.
Yoga with Syeda
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Strengthen your body, sharpen your mind, soothe your spirit. Follow Syeda through a series of postures and guided imageries. Beginner to intermediate. Register to reserve a space.
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Strengthen your body, sharpen your mind, soothe your spirit. Follow Syeda through a series of postures and guided imageries. Beginner to intermediate. Register to reserve a space.
MS Support Group
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 6:45pm - 8:30pm
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.
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 6:45pm - 8:30pm
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.
Pajama Party Storytime
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 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, May 12, 2020 - 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, May 12, 2020 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ages: Adults
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What trivia tidbits are rattling around in your head? Grab a few friends and join us for Trivia Night at Bistro 91! Compete for prizes and Facebook fame! Teams of up to five can sign up by registering online. Only one person per team needs to register.
Offsite
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ages: Adults
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What trivia tidbits are rattling around in your head? Grab a few friends and join us for Trivia Night at Bistro 91! Compete for prizes and Facebook fame! Teams of up to five can sign up by registering online. Only one person per team needs to register.
Writing Group
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 9:15am - 2:30pm
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. Periodically, per group consensus, some time will be spent brainstorming, critiquing, and sharing knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 9:15am - 2:30pm
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. Periodically, per group consensus, some time will be spent brainstorming, critiquing, and sharing knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry.
Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Read and Play
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Ready, Set, School!
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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, May 13, 2020 - 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, May 13, 2020 - 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
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 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
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 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.
Twos and Threes Together
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 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
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 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.
Family Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 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.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
North Carroll Senior Center Wednesday Book Club: Educated
Offsite
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Educated by Tara Westover.
Offsite
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Educated by Tara Westover.
Read and Play
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Twos and Threes Together
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 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.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 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.
Ready, Set, School!
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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, May 13, 2020 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
Macbeth Invention Team: Batteries 101
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 10 - 13
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Macbeth Invention Team members will learn the basics of circuitry and conductivity and then create their own batteries. Teams of students will work together to understand the creative applications of human energy and power. Topics such as the design process, how inventors solve problems, basic circuitry, light-up paper designs, and wearable electronic textiles will be explored.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 10 - 13
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Macbeth Invention Team members will learn the basics of circuitry and conductivity and then create their own batteries. Teams of students will work together to understand the creative applications of human energy and power. Topics such as the design process, how inventors solve problems, basic circuitry, light-up paper designs, and wearable electronic textiles will be explored.
Transitioning to Medicare Part 2
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to make the most of 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 discuss a different way to obtain all services covered by Medicare and more: Medicare Advantage Plans. Presented by Carroll County State Health Insurance Assistance Program/Senior Medicare Patrol.
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to make the most of 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 discuss a different way to obtain all services covered by Medicare and more: Medicare Advantage Plans. Presented by Carroll County State Health Insurance Assistance Program/Senior Medicare Patrol.
After-School Minecraft
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 8 - 17
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Join us after school to play Minecraft with other players on our special Minecraft server!
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 8 - 17
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Join us after school to play Minecraft with other players on our special Minecraft server!
Pajama Party Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.
Pajama Party Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.
Pajama Party Storytime
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 6:45pm - 7:45pm
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.
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 6:45pm - 7:45pm
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.
Deep Relaxation Class
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
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Experience the benefits of a deep relaxation session in this inwardly focused yoga class. Through gentle asanas (comfortable stretching), Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation), an introduction to pranayama (breathing practices), and meditation, we work from the physical body to the subtle bodies, restoring and inviting peace to our being. No experience necessary. Please bring a mat and a blanket.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
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Experience the benefits of a deep relaxation session in this inwardly focused yoga class. Through gentle asanas (comfortable stretching), Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation), an introduction to pranayama (breathing practices), and meditation, we work from the physical body to the subtle bodies, restoring and inviting peace to our being. No experience necessary. Please bring a mat and a blanket.
Knit Wits
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
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Beginners, please bring a light-colored, worsted weight yarn and a size 8 needle to the class. If you know how to knit, please bring your project.
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
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Beginners, please bring a light-colored, worsted weight yarn and a size 8 needle to the class. If you know how to knit, please bring your project.
Family Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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, May 14, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 9:45am - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 10:00am - 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
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 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, May 14, 2020 - 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, May 14, 2020 - 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, May 14, 2020 - 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.
Family Storytime
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 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, May 14, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Westminster Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Twos and Threes Together
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 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.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
North Carroll Senior Center Thursday Book Club: Run Away
Offsite
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Run Away by Harlan Coben.
Offsite
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Run Away by Harlan Coben.
Credit Is an Asset
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Learn about your credit report, credit score, and how they affect your ability to borrow money. Find out how to check your credit report and dispute any errors.
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Learn about your credit report, credit score, and how they affect your ability to borrow money. Find out how to check your credit report and dispute any errors.
Meet Pepper
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Meet Pepper, CCPL's social humanoid robot! During this drop-in time, interact with Pepper to learn about robots and how their underlying technology works. Pepper was funded by a Library Services and Technology Act Grant from the Maryland State Library and Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Meet Pepper, CCPL's social humanoid robot! During this drop-in time, interact with Pepper to learn about robots and how their underlying technology works. Pepper was funded by a Library Services and Technology Act Grant from the Maryland State Library and Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Robo Dojo: Code with Pepper
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
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Meet Pepper, CCPL's social humanoid robot! Program Pepper to strike up a conversation, dance, or tell a story using the drag and drop language interface, Choregraphe. No previous coding experience is required. Pepper was funded by a Library Services and Technology Act Grant from the Maryland State Library and Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
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Meet Pepper, CCPL's social humanoid robot! Program Pepper to strike up a conversation, dance, or tell a story using the drag and drop language interface, Choregraphe. No previous coding experience is required. Pepper was funded by a Library Services and Technology Act Grant from the Maryland State Library and Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Teen Advisory Board
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Is there something you'd like to see at your library? Join us and help make it happen! At TAB, you can help create displays, programming, and more. Earn service hours while making a difference in your community.
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Is there something you'd like to see at your library? Join us and help make it happen! At TAB, you can help create displays, programming, and more. Earn service hours while making a difference in your community.
Green Burials and Home Funerals in Maryland with Michael Judd
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join Michael Judd as he invites you to consider choices for end-of-life care, home funeral, home burial, and green burial practices. Michael will share information, resources, and personal experiences as they honor the wise traditions of past home funeral care and the relevance of these choices for us today.
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join Michael Judd as he invites you to consider choices for end-of-life care, home funeral, home burial, and green burial practices. Michael will share information, resources, and personal experiences as they honor the wise traditions of past home funeral care and the relevance of these choices for us today.
Michael Judd has worked with agro-ecological and whole system designs throughout the Americas for the last 20 years focusing on applying permaculture and ecological design to increase local food security and community health in both tropical and temperate growing regions. The founder of both Ecologia, LLC, Edible & Ecological Landscape Design and Project Bona Fide, an international non-profit supporting agro-ecology research.
Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 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
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 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.
Pre-Twinkle Violin
Finksburg Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 7
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Join Ms. Glenda Walsh Crouse from Westminster Suzuki Strings for a free 30-minute violin class. Participants will explore the exciting world of pre-twinkle violin. Children are taught through play, games, and storytelling. In addition to hearing a brief professional performance of the violin, children will be able to try a real fractional sized violin. Following the class, Ms. Glenda will be available to answer questions about the violin and the Suzuki Method.
Finksburg Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 7
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Join Ms. Glenda Walsh Crouse from Westminster Suzuki Strings for a free 30-minute violin class. Participants will explore the exciting world of pre-twinkle violin. Children are taught through play, games, and storytelling. In addition to hearing a brief professional performance of the violin, children will be able to try a real fractional sized violin. Following the class, Ms. Glenda will be available to answer questions about the violin and the Suzuki Method.
Preschool Prom
Westminster Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 5
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This memorable experience will be filled with dancing and plenty of special memories! Take a photo with your friends, make a craft and dance the morning away!
Westminster Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 5
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This memorable experience will be filled with dancing and plenty of special memories! Take a photo with your friends, make a craft and dance the morning away!
Preschool STEAM: Jack and the Beanstalk
Taneytown Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
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Explore traditional fairy tales with a STEAM twist! We'll incorporate science, technology, engineering, art, and/or math activities to extend the fun! Our feature story will be Jack and the Beanstalk. Playdough and other hands-on fun is planned.
Taneytown Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
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Explore traditional fairy tales with a STEAM twist! We'll incorporate science, technology, engineering, art, and/or math activities to extend the fun! Our feature story will be Jack and the Beanstalk. Playdough and other hands-on fun is planned.
Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
North Carroll Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 11:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 11:00am - 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.
Memory Writing
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us as we recall fond memories and free-write, creating a journal for others (and ourselves) to enjoy! Each month features a different topic.
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, May 15, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us as we recall fond memories and free-write, creating a journal for others (and ourselves) to enjoy! Each month features a different topic.
Tending Our Community Garden
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 9:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
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Gardeners of all experience levels and ages are invited to weed and tend our lovely gardens featuring native plants. Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer any of your weeding questions. Students can earn service learning hours.
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 9:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
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Gardeners of all experience levels and ages are invited to weed and tend our lovely gardens featuring native plants. Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer any of your weeding questions. Students can earn service learning hours.
Saturday Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 9:45am - 10:45am
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.
Cuentos Bilingües/Bilingual Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 11
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¿Hable espanol? Compartiremos libros, cuentos, rimas, música y movimiento en inglés y español. Venga a hablar, cantar, leer y crear juntos en un formato apropiado para niños pequeños.
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 11
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¿Hable espanol? Compartiremos libros, cuentos, rimas, música y movimiento en inglés y español. Venga a hablar, cantar, leer y crear juntos en un formato apropiado para niños pequeños.
Do you speak Spanish? We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement in English and Spanish. Come talk, sing, read, and create together in a format appropriate for young children.
Let's Get Ready for Kindergarten
Westminster Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 4 - 5
Registration and more information
A Learning Advantage Partnership program between Carroll County Public Schools and Carroll County Public Library. Sponsored by a Striving Readers Grant.
Westminster Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 4 - 5
Registration and more information
A Learning Advantage Partnership program between Carroll County Public Schools and Carroll County Public Library. Sponsored by a Striving Readers Grant.
Read to a Dog
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 5 - Adults, Adults
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Come ready to read to a book-loving dog! Bring a favorite book, or use one of ours, to improve your reading skills by sharing a story with our furry friends from KPETS.
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 5 - Adults, Adults
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Come ready to read to a book-loving dog! Bring a favorite book, or use one of ours, to improve your reading skills by sharing a story with our furry friends from KPETS.
Carroll Ca$h Day
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 10:00am - 3:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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In partnership with the Human Services Program of Carroll County, we will be having a day of financial fun for the whole family! We'll have a scavenger hunt, free document shredding courtesy of The Shred Mill, financial simulations, free credit reports, an energy savings demo, and much more! Free snacks, games, prizes, and giveaways!
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 10:00am - 3:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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In partnership with the Human Services Program of Carroll County, we will be having a day of financial fun for the whole family! We'll have a scavenger hunt, free document shredding courtesy of The Shred Mill, financial simulations, free credit reports, an energy savings demo, and much more! Free snacks, games, prizes, and giveaways!
Baby Prom
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 3
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It's prom season! Don't let the big kids have all the fun, though. Wear something fancy and bring your little one to the library for some songs, movement, and photos in front of an elegant backdrop! Black-tie onesies are optional.
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 3
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It's prom season! Don't let the big kids have all the fun, though. Wear something fancy and bring your little one to the library for some songs, movement, and photos in front of an elegant backdrop! Black-tie onesies are optional.
Read with a Furry Friend
Westminster Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 3 - Adults, Adults
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KPets' trained reading dogs provide a relaxed informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. Every dog enjoys a good story!
Westminster Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 3 - Adults, Adults
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KPets' trained reading dogs provide a relaxed informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. Every dog enjoys a good story!
Ready for Robotics
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 7 - Adults, Adults
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Join Sparks Tech & Robotics 4-H Club to learn about robotics. Watch them demonstrate their robots and then try your hand at operating one.
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 7 - Adults, Adults
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Join Sparks Tech & Robotics 4-H Club to learn about robotics. Watch them demonstrate their robots and then try your hand at operating one.
Open Exploration: Star Wars
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 6 - 17
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Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours. Check https://library.carr.org/programs/explorationpoint.asp for a full list of the equipment and software available.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 6 - 17
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Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours. Check https://library.carr.org/programs/explorationpoint.asp for a full list of the equipment and software available.
Druid Theater Arts Presents: An American in Paris
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 3 - Adults, Adults
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Enjoy select scenes from Druid Theater Arts show An American in Paris. Set in the wake of World War II, this is the romantic story of a young American soldier, a beautiful French girl, and an indomitable European city – each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of international conflict. Inspired by the Academy Award-winning 1951 film, the new stage musical features a ravishing score by George and Ira Gershwin.
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 3 - Adults, Adults
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Enjoy select scenes from Druid Theater Arts show An American in Paris. Set in the wake of World War II, this is the romantic story of a young American soldier, a beautiful French girl, and an indomitable European city – each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of international conflict. Inspired by the Academy Award-winning 1951 film, the new stage musical features a ravishing score by George and Ira Gershwin.
Let's Get Ready for Kindergarten
North Carroll Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 4 - 5
Registration and more information
A Learning Advantage Partnership program between Carroll County Public Schools and Carroll County Public Library. Sponsored by a Striving Readers Grant.
North Carroll Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 4 - 5
Registration and more information
A Learning Advantage Partnership program between Carroll County Public Schools and Carroll County Public Library. Sponsored by a Striving Readers Grant.
PAWS to Read
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 5 - 17
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Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog. Research shows that reading to animals can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Struggling readers are encouraged to participate.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 5 - 17
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Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog. Research shows that reading to animals can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Struggling readers are encouraged to participate.
Druid Theater Arts Presents: An American in Paris
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 3 - Adults, Adults
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Enjoy select scenes from Druid Theater Arts show An American in Paris. Set in the wake of World War II, this is the romantic story of a young American soldier, a beautiful French girl, and an indomitable European city – each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of international conflict. Inspired by the Academy Award-winning 1951 film, the new stage musical features a ravishing score by George and Ira Gershwin.
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 3 - Adults, Adults
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Enjoy select scenes from Druid Theater Arts show An American in Paris. Set in the wake of World War II, this is the romantic story of a young American soldier, a beautiful French girl, and an indomitable European city – each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of international conflict. Inspired by the Academy Award-winning 1951 film, the new stage musical features a ravishing score by George and Ira Gershwin.
Sunday Music in the Library
Eldersburg Branch
Sunday, May 17, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Listen to these local musicians play at the library.
Eldersburg Branch
Sunday, May 17, 2020 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Listen to these local musicians play at the library.
- 3/1: Rob Caswell (dulcimer)
- 3/8: Elaine Bryant (harp)
- 3/15: Lydia Bandy (piano/harp)
- 3/22: TBD
- 3/29: Anthony Napolitano (flute)
- 4/5: Lydia Bandy (piano/harp)
- 4/19: Elaine Bryant (harp)
- 4/26: Rob Caswell (dulcimer)
- 5/3: Lydia Bandy (piano/harp)
- 5/10: Wild Harbors (Chris and Jenna Badeker)
- 5/17: Elaine Bryant (harp)
- 5/31: Anthony Napolitano (flute)
