Carroll County Public Library

Can You Find Gnome-E-O?

Gnome-E-O is excited to be back at the North Carroll Branch to welcome in football season! Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot! Tell us where you found him, get a sticker, and fill out a ticket for a chance to win a special football prize pack.

Carroll 250: American Revolutionary War Tavern Exhibit

Taverns during the American Revolution fostered the spirit of revolution and community. The themes presented in the Tavern exhibit highlight the local history of Carroll County to ignite conversation, civic engagement, community service, and what it means to be an American today.

This program is part of the Carroll 250 Speaker Series celebrating the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250^th anniversary of the 1776 United States Declaration of Independence.

Ask HSP: Human Services Programs of Carroll County

Human Services Programs of Carroll County (HSP) assists families by leveraging public services like housing and shelter services, financial education and assistance, and family support. Staff from HSP will be available at the library every other month to meet with anyone with questions or in need of assistance. Stop by and see how they can help you! 

Read and Play

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

Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Small Messenger Bag (Class 7)

Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn to sew a gusset into a bag with rounded corners. Practice how to sew and insert a cross-body handle into the bag. 

Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification

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

About Beginner Sewing Level 1: These classes introduce new or less experienced sewists to beginning sewing information and resources with hands-on practice.

Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes introduce and practice the following skills:

• basic sewing tools
• cutting, measuring, and marking fabric
• pressing with an iron
• basting and sewing

You can take Level 1 classes in any order, but beginners will benefit most by taking the first three classes, Class 1, 2, and 3, in sequence.

Read and Play

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

Read and Play

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

Read and Play

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

Move & Groove Storytime

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

Read and Play

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

Family Storytime

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

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

Twos and Threes Together

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

Twos and Threes Together

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

Twos and Threes Together

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

Drop-In Diamond Painting

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

Dungeons & Dragons Online

Join us for a session of Dungeons & Dragons played entirely online! Pre-generated characters will be available, and registrants will meet on Zoom the day before to become familiar with any websites used. This session is for beginners and avid players alike.

Dungeons & Dragons is a trademark of Wizards of the Coast LLC in the United States and other countries. © 2015 Wizards. All Rights Reserved.

English Conversation Group

Join us for a friendly group gathering to practice speaking English. This program, led by a partner from the Literacy Council of Carroll County, is geared toward adults who are English language learners. All levels welcome.  

North Carroll Writers Group

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

Knit and Chat

Join us for this monthly meet-up with other knitters of all ages to relax, knit, get ideas for projects, receive help on current projects, gain new skills, and learn to knit if you don't know how. There will also be an optional show-and-tell and a yarn exchange each month.

Open Mah Jongg

Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players ready for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don't have a card, one will be provided. An instructor may not be present.

Pajama Party Storytime

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

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

What trivia tidbits are rattling around in your head? Grab a few friends and join us for Trivia Night at Bistro 91! All prizes are provided by Bistro 91.

If your team needs to cancel or change your team size on the day of the program, please call Bistro 91 at 410.861.8841. 

Registration required. Only one person per team needs to register. Please keep the team size to 8 or less.

Can You Find Gnome-E-O?

Gnome-E-O is excited to be back at the North Carroll Branch to welcome in football season! Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot! Tell us where you found him, get a sticker, and fill out a ticket for a chance to win a special football prize pack.

Carroll 250: American Revolutionary War Tavern Exhibit

Taverns during the American Revolution fostered the spirit of revolution and community. The themes presented in the Tavern exhibit highlight the local history of Carroll County to ignite conversation, civic engagement, community service, and what it means to be an American today.

This program is part of the Carroll 250 Speaker Series celebrating the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250^th anniversary of the 1776 United States Declaration of Independence.

Decorate a Pumpkin for the Library

CCPL’s Taneytown Branch is opening its annual pumpkin decorating contest up to everyone! Participants who sign up will receive their own miniature pumpkin to decorate (without carving). All pumpkins must be picked up on Wednesday, October 14, and returned to the library by Monday, October 19. 

Finished pumpkins will then be displayed in the library. Vote for your favorite between October 21 and October 29. Winners will be announced on the 30^th and displayed until Halloween is past!

Writing Group

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

Move & Groove Storytime

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

Family Storytime

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

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

Family Storytime

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

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

Read and Play

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

Carroll County Workforce Development Day

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

Mount Airy Knitters

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

Move & Groove Storytime

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

Ready, Set, School!

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

North Carroll Senior Center Wednesday Book Club: The Only Woman in the Room

This month's selection is The Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedict.

Preschool Move and Learn

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

Ready, Set, School!

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

Twos and Threes Together

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

Relax and Unwind with Watercolor Pencils

Take time out for yourself as we experiment with watercolor pencils and pre-printed templates. No experience is necessary as we create beautiful art you will want to take home and display.

Open Mah Jongg

Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided. 

Transitioning to Medicare Part 1

Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning to Medicare. This seminar will cover the four parts of Medicare (Parts A, B, C, and D), Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans, available preventive services, and how to protect yourself from healthcare fraud. We will also cover Medicare Savings Programs, which help pay out-of-pocket costs for Medicare beneficiaries. These are not all low-income programs.

Traditional Mofongo

Make a serving of traditional Puerto Rican mofongo. A classic dish served in many Latin American countries, mofongo is made of fried plantains mashed with garlic and chicharrón and is typically served with a side of meat or on a bed of broth.

ASL Practice Club

Join us for our ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Club! We will have conversational games and prompts to help keep your skills up. All fluency levels are welcome!

Taneytown Teen Anime Club

Join us each month for an anime-themed craft and a chance to watch the latest and greatest anime with other Taneytown teens!

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

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

Family Fun Night

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

Moon Gardens: Gardening for Bats

Can You Find Gnome-E-O?

Gnome-E-O is excited to be back at the North Carroll Branch to welcome in football season! Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot! Tell us where you found him, get a sticker, and fill out a ticket for a chance to win a special football prize pack.

Carroll 250: American Revolutionary War Tavern Exhibit

Taverns during the American Revolution fostered the spirit of revolution and community. The themes presented in the Tavern exhibit highlight the local history of Carroll County to ignite conversation, civic engagement, community service, and what it means to be an American today.

This program is part of the Carroll 250 Speaker Series celebrating the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250^th anniversary of the 1776 United States Declaration of Independence.

Read and Play

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

Twos and Threes Together

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

Family Storytime

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

Family Storytime

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

Family Storytime

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

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

Carroll County Workforce Development Day

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

North Carroll Writers Group

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

Family Storytime

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

Family Storytime

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

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

Mini Musicians

Join us for a creative and exploratory first introduction to music! This program will incorporate piano playing, boomwhackers, and rhythm instruments while teaching children the basics of pitch, patterns, and rhythm. We will learn skills that are beneficial for future piano lessons and other musical instruments too!

CCGS Research Thursday

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

Create a Marble Maze with the CNC

In this program we will create a personalized mini-marble maze by utilizing our Carvera Desktop CNC! Basic computer experience is required, but no experience with the Carvera CNC is needed. 

Note that the class is strictly for designing your project; they will be fully fabricated by Exploration Commons staff after this class is over. You will then be contacted to come pick up your project once it is completed. 

This class does not result in CNC Certification for independent use.

Strategy Games

Please drop in anytime between the hours listed and learn or teach a game. Most strategic games take between 1.5 to 2 hours to play. 

There will be games at various levels available to play, such as Mint Delivery, Catan, Azul, and Muffin Time, to name a few. You are welcome to bring your favorite game to teach/play.

Sound Bath Experience

Join the community for a sound bath with AB Caplan, Reiki Master and ancestral shaman. During our tranquil sound bath, you'll be invited to lie down comfortably on your yoga mat, close your eyes, and simply enjoy the experience. The soothing tones and vibrations of crystal singing bowls can help calm the nervous system, quiet the mind, and create space for deeper rest and reflection. This is a great opportunity for you to slow down and reconnect with both body and mind.

Taneytown Book Club: The Four Winds

Eldersburg Teen Advisory Board

Calling all teens with a love of the library! Help us plan teen programming and influence our teen collections. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too!

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group

Speaking with other people who have multiple sclerosis can be one of the most empowering and helpful things for someone with MS. Sharing stories, feelings, and experiences with people in similar situations is not only therapeutic, but also enlightening, and can often improve emotional health. This group is part of the MS Focus Independent Support Group Network. Please email Nadine Rosendale (nadiner@carr.org) with questions. This group meets on the third Thursday of the month.

Pajama Party Storytime

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

Crochet Circle

Can You Find Gnome-E-O?

Gnome-E-O is excited to be back at the North Carroll Branch to welcome in football season! Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot! Tell us where you found him, get a sticker, and fill out a ticket for a chance to win a special football prize pack.

Carroll 250: American Revolutionary War Tavern Exhibit

Taverns during the American Revolution fostered the spirit of revolution and community. The themes presented in the Tavern exhibit highlight the local history of Carroll County to ignite conversation, civic engagement, community service, and what it means to be an American today.

This program is part of the Carroll 250 Speaker Series celebrating the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250^th anniversary of the 1776 United States Declaration of Independence.

Q&A with the Small Business Administration

Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses. Whether you want to start a business or are interested in learning to improve the business you have, the SBA can assist you. 

Schedule an appointment at https://tinyurl.com/ccpl-sba-northcarroll or email Denise.Hayes@sba.gov. Walk-ins are welcomed as time allows.

Bubble Fun: A STEM Day Program

Ditch the standard bubble wand and experiment to find other items that make bubbles instead. We will be reading stories, singing, and exploring stations using bubbles.

LEGO® Creations

Want to build a castle? Or a spaceship? Or something totally new and different? Join us for a LEGO® program where you can build whatever you would like! We supply the blocks and you supply the creativity! Bring a grown-up and build together!

Nurturing Touch: Infant Massage Class

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

Pete the Cat Meet and Greet

Meet Pete the Cat, our groooovy special friend! Pete, a costumed mascot, is always happy to meet his fans and pose for a photo. Join the fun as we celebrate Pete with a story, a craft, and a book to take home! (Limited to one book per family, while supplies last.) 

Thank you to Park Books on Main for supporting this program.

Read and Play

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

Sensory Sensitive Storytime

Yoga with Meditation

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

Taneytown STEM Day

There's no school for CCPS students today, so join the fun at Taneytown Branch's annual STEM Day. We'll celebrate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) with programs, activities, and displays!

Programs to include: 

• Bubble Fun (10 AM, Ages 2 - 6)
• And Then It Exploded! (1 PM, Ages 6 - 12)
• CSI: Forensic Science 101 (3 PM, Ages 9 - 14)

Walking in Watkins Park

Do you want to exercise and socialize at the same time? If so, please join us for a monthly walking group from May through October at Watkins Park! We’ll explore both the Rail Trail and the Loop. Wear comfortable shoes; please bring bottled water and sunscreen. We'll meet rain or shine by the flagpole next to the tennis courts at 11 AM. Let’s get walking and talking!

Spanish Language Practice Circle

Join us for a friendly and informal group gathering to practice speaking Spanish together. This program is for intermediate and advanced-level Spanish speakers. A partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County will lead this program.

Chair Yoga at the Library

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

And Then It Exploded!: A STEM Day Program

Come try some inadvisable science experiments! Don't try these at home. (At least, not without a parent present!) 

Senior Authors for Senior Readers

Geared for seniors, but all are welcome! This author showcase features four local senior authors presenting short readings from their works, followed by a Q&A. Authors will be available for a meet and greet with signed copies of their books available for purchase after the presentation.

Authors to include Jean Burgess (retro women’s fiction), Millie Mack (cozy mystery), Mary Kendall (gothic historical fiction), and Dave Strang (thriller).

Eggplant Pasta Primavera with Guest Presenter Andy Preziosi

Join guest presenter Andrew Preziosi and make eggplant pasta primavera. In this garden-fresh recipe, vegetables are lightly sautéed and simmered in the light juices of ripe tomatoes, sweetened with fresh herbs, then placed over hot pasta. Andrew Preziosi, a writing tutor with the Literacy Council, sees this recipe as a condensed version of "giambotta," a southern Italian vegetable stew, and a great way to use the surplus vegetables from his garden.  

Little Adventures: Fall Forest Fun

Join us for a hands-on storytime where preschoolers explore STEAM concepts with a special focus on nature. Each session features a themed story and guided activities. Children and their caregivers will engage with natural and craft materials as they play, create, and discover.

UnbeLEAFable Bugs

In partnership with the Carroll Garden Club. 

Children will use fall leaves to create bugs such as butterflies, dragonflies, ants, ladybugs, etc. by arranging the leaves into insect shapes and adding fine details. Each child will have a twig frame to glue their insect creation.

Adobe Illustrator Skill Builder: Tools & Shortcuts

Boost your speed and confidence in Adobe Illustrator with this hands-on class focused on essential tools and time-saving shortcuts. Gain a solid understanding of Illustrator features and keyboard shortcuts to help you create vector designs more efficiently. This class is ideal for those looking to streamline the design process for makerspace projects. Attendees should have a basic understanding of Illustrator and some experience creating independent projects.

Book Bingo

Play bingo, have fun, and win books! 

Dinos in 3D!

Ready to take your Tinkercad skills to the next level? We’ll be using this software program to create a personalized stamp that we’ll print out just for you! 

CSI: Forensic Science 101 - A STEM Day Program

Do you love figuring out clues and solving mysteries? Join the fun as we learn some of the STEM techniques used by forensic scientists. These crime scene investigators and scientists study, collect, analyze, and solve crimes. Our fun and challenging library crime scene will be kid-friendly. Presented by Dr. Judy Staveley. A book signing will accompany the program. Books will be available for purchase from Park Books on Main. 

Teen Lock-In: Retro Drive-In Halloween Movie

Join us after hours for a spooky night at the 1950s drive-in! Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, get your popcorn, and watch House on Haunted Hill (1959)! Halloween costumes are welcome!

Snacks will be served at this program.

Please note that this event will take place indoors; drive-in is just the theme.

Can You Find Gnome-E-O?

Gnome-E-O is excited to be back at the North Carroll Branch to welcome in football season! Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot! Tell us where you found him, get a sticker, and fill out a ticket for a chance to win a special football prize pack.

Carroll 250: American Revolutionary War Tavern Exhibit

Taverns during the American Revolution fostered the spirit of revolution and community. The themes presented in the Tavern exhibit highlight the local history of Carroll County to ignite conversation, civic engagement, community service, and what it means to be an American today.

This program is part of the Carroll 250 Speaker Series celebrating the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250^th anniversary of the 1776 United States Declaration of Independence.

Yoga and Pranayama for Stress Relief

This program includes a gentle yoga practice, pranayama (breath exercises), and meditation to allow you to let go of tension, relax, and relieve stress. Breathing techniques and physical postures will be practiced that can be utilized off your mat and outside this class to enable you to manage stress and pressure in various settings in your life. 

The program will be accessible for individuals of varying physical ability and yoga experience and can be modified to a chair for those with limited mobility. Participants will need to bring their own yoga mat or towel to practice on.

Healthy Me Storytime

Kick off our Healthy Family, Healthy World event with a fun-filled storytime all about healthy habits. We’ll enjoy stories, move and groove to lively songs, and discover simple ways to keep our bodies and our world happy and healthy. Come ready to listen, dance, and have a great time together!

Saturday Adventures

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

Saturday Storytime

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

Strength in Every Package: A Teen Service Project

Healthy Families, Healthy World

Health, wellness, and community come together at CCPL's North Carroll Branch. Bring the whole family to explore local organizations, connect with community resources, enjoy special guests and activities, and discover valuable information to help keep your family healthy and thriving. Fun, learning, and resources for all ages—all in one place!

Meet Poe

Read with a Furry Friend

Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Adults and seniors can also come to de-stress and relax with a furry friend. Walk-ins are welcome!

Chair Yoga at the Library

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

The Tangle Circle

Relax and learn the simple, meditative art of Zentangle. Join CZTs Melissa Grim & Barb Szaro in person to relax and create beautiful patterns one stroke at a time. No art experience needed. All supplies will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own! This class will run approximately 90 minutes from 11:30am to 1pm. 

Crafting Courage: A Teen Service Project

Introduction to Linocut: Carve, Ink, and Print by Hand

Learn the basics of linocut printmaking with artist Hannahgrace Frusher. All supplies will be provided.

Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Kids

CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for kids, so join us to show you're the best player your age in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!

Group Bake: Soft Pretzels

Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them.  

Each registration is for a table that seats up to 4 attendees. If a child aged 6 - 16 is attending, the group must include at least one adult. 

Optimizing Study Skills through Personal Capability: Emotional Intelligence and Decision-Making

Explore neuroscience-based strategies to improve study experiences. Students say that applying targeted decision-making processes and emotional intelligence techniques makes a difference. Join us to try something new and useful.

PAWS to Read

Come to the library to visit with or read to a book-loving therapy animal. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Adults and seniors can also come to de-stress and relax with a fuzzy friend. Registration is optional; walk-ins are welcome!

Read with a Furry Friend

Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. 

Tai Chi for Wellness and Rehabilitation

Tai chi is an ancient practice with origins in China. It is a mind/body practice incorporating breath and gentle movements to focus the mind. This program will assist the body in recovering from illness and maintaining wellness. The instructor is certified through the Tai Chi for Health Institute. All levels are welcome.

Nintendo Afternoon: Animal Crossing

Join us for a relaxing Nintendo Afternoon, where you can come hang out with other Animal Crossing fans, visit attendees' islands, and more. The library will provide one Nintendo Switch with Animal Crossing (and more games) for attendees to share and themed giveaways for all. Bringing your own Nintendo Switch from home is encouraged but not required to attend.

Optimizing Study Skills through Personal Capability: Collaboration and Leadership

Explore neuroscience-based strategies to improve assessment experiences. Students say that applying focused communications and project management principles makes a difference when working in groups. Join us to try something new and useful.

Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens

CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for teens, so join us to show you're the best player in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!

To Be Read: Wade Rouse

Presented by Carroll County Public Library and Park Books on Main. An author talk will be accompanied by book sales and signing. 

About Wade Rouse

Wade Rouse is the USA TODAY, Publishers Weekly, and #1 internationally bestselling author of 21 books, including five memoirs, 13 novels, and three holiday novellas. Wade’s books have been translated into nearly 30 languages and have been bestsellers across the world. Wade’s previous novels were written under his grandmother’s name, Viola Shipman, a pen name he chose to honor the working-poor Ozarks seamstress whose sacrifices changed his family’s life and whose memory inspires his fiction.

About The Bluff

Deliciously messy and surprisingly tender, The Bluff is a feisty festive family drama about money, marriage, power, and all the things we bring to the holiday table besides the turkey.