Upcoming Events

Girls Who Code
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 10 - 18
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Girls Who Code is on a mission to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. In this eight-week series, students will explore coding in a fun and friendly environment with presenter Enya Sliwinski, a local Girls Who Code alumna. 

Board Games at Laughing Coffin
Offsite
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Calling all fans of fun, lovers of strategy and competition! The library will be hosting board game demos for teens at the Laughing Coffin Hobby Shop in Taneytown. Bring a group or meet new friends while trying out a variety of popular modern board games!

North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. All genres are welcome: novel, short story, essay, poetry, memoirs, spiritual, sci-fi, fiction, and nonfiction. This group is led by Barbara D. Duffey, an experienced writing workshop leader and author of five books.

Let's Get Crafty
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Come craft with us! We will have a fun and EASY craft project each month. No experience or creative skills are needed! Bring a friend and craft together, or meet new people with a shared love of crafting.

Pajama Party Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.

Learn to Knit for Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Have you always wanted to learn to knit? Now is your chance! This fun class will introduce you to the fundamentals of knitting, including casting on, knitting the garter stitch, and binding off. Using your new skills, you can make a variety of things, including a coaster, scarf, pet blanket, or dish/washcloth. If possible, please bring your own skein of bulky wool yarn and size 10 wooden straight needles since our supply is limited.

Pajama Party Storytime
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.

Writing Group
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 9:15am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Writers of all levels and genres are invited to join our weekly writing group. It is a flexible, drop-in, stay-as-long-as-you-like environment. The primary goal is to dedicate quiet time away from the daily chaos to make consistent progress on your novel or children's book. Bring your current project to work on during this time. At 10 AM, we will brainstorm, critique, and share knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry. You are welcome to share a short piece of writing during this time for critique.

Move & Groove Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.

Beginner Sewing Level 2: Intro to Garment Construction (Class 3)
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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This series of sewing classes introduces new or less experienced sewists to beginner sewing information, resources, and hands-on experience.

Beginner Sewing Level 2: Intro to Garment Construction introduces the following information and skills:

• fabric types, terminology, and preparation for sewing
• interfacings types, uses, and application
• reading, customizing, and cutting from a commercial pattern
• constructing and finishing a simple garment

This is a series class; you need to register for the first class and attend all three classes.

• Class 1: Choosing, Purchasing, and Preparing Fabrics for Garment Sewing
• Class 2: Measuring the Body, Preparing the Pattern, and Cutting the Fabric
• Class 3: Sewing Slim Cut Lounge Pants

Series Prerequisites and Required Skills:

• Intro to Basic Sewing Skills and/or have EC sewing machine certification
• can thread a sewing machine and wind a bobbin
• can sew items together with different seam allowances
• understand the purpose of back-stitching
• have previously sewn items equivalent to the projects in the Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes: small fabric container, lined canvas tote with webbing handles, lined pouch with zipper

Required Materials:

• A sewing machine, some materials, and a commercial sewing pattern will be provided
• Students will supply the appropriate fabric, elastic, and thread for their garment
• Appropriate amount of prewashed and dried fabric for your size*
• Appropriate width and amount of elastic for your size*
• Matching thread*

*Do not purchase fabric, elastic, or thread before the first class.

Family Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Family Storytime
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Read and Play
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Ready, Set, School!
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.

Mount Airy Knitters
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.

Carroll County Workforce Development Day
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join Carroll County Workforce Development for a pop-up event at CCPL's North Carroll Branch! Learn about free career services, opportunities for free training, updating your resume, and getting connected to employers.

Move & Groove Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.

Family Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Ready, Set, School!
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.

Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Unwind Your Mind: Adult Coloring Book Group
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Do you feel like you're going in a dozen directions? Or maybe you're not focusing due to hectic schedules. Sometimes, we need to stop everything and concentrate on the simpler things. Join us for a monthly social gathering as we color and listen to relaxing music. Feel free to bring your own coloring book, use our sheets and pencils, or bring your electronic device with your favorite pre-loaded coloring book apps. Let's de-stress together!

Westminster Book Club: The Perfect Horse
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Perfect Horse: The Daring U.S. Mission to Rescue the Priceless Stallions Kidnapped by the Nazis by Elizabeth Letts. Books will be available for pickup at CCPL's Westminster Branch.

Curiosity Club
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 5 - 8
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Join us at Curiosity Club to explore different themes through stories, art, and hands-on activities. This special program allows kids and adult caregivers to have fun and get messy together! Food and natural items may be present.

Transitioning to Medicare Part 2
Online
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. This seminar focuses on Medicare Supplement/Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans. Learn about the different Medigap plans and your period of guaranteed issue rights under original Medicare. These secondary/supplemental plans can cover some or all of Medicare's out-of-pocket costs. We will also discuss a different way to obtain all services covered by Medicare and more: Medicare Advantage Plans.

Chess at the Library
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 7 - Adults
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Are you a chess champion or want to learn? Show off your best moves against other chess players! Experienced and novice chess players are welcome.

Teen Crafternoon: Creepy Book Keychains
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 11 - 18
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It's craft time! Join us to make this extra creepy rendition of book keychains!

Available while supplies last.

Creating Jewelry with Makerspace Technology
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Learn about the types of jewelry you can make with our makerspace technology. We will review the available equipment, selecting appropriate materials, and setting up design files for success. Using Adobe Illustrator and the Epilog Fusion Pro laser, participants will make either a pair of earrings or a necklace to take home. This is an introductory level program; no previous experience with design software or laser cutting (or certification) is required. 

3D Art: Not-Too-Spooky Paint Party
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 8 - 13
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A skeleton's head or a witch's hat, which will you paint alongside your bubbling vat? Each child will paint either a wooden skull or a paper mache witch's hat, along with a wooden cauldron. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required, and supplies are limited.  

Open Chess
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Are you a chess expert or learning to play? Drop in to show your skills with other chess players! Chess players of all levels are welcome.

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.

Family Fun Night
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas and listen to stories before bed. Join us for family fun, featuring stories, music, crafts, play, and time with friends.

Ghosts of Gettysburg
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 11 - Adults
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Join local historian Nancy Householder, a tour guide for Mark Nesbitt's Ghosts of Gettysburg Candlelight Walking Tours, for a night of chilling tales and stories.

Tarot for Mediumship
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Learn to use tarot to connect to loved ones who have crossed over, as well as techniques and tools for all levels of tarot readers. We’ll briefly review the basics of mediumship, the Clair senses! You’ll learn a basic three-card spread and how the dearly departed speak to us through tarot symbolism. Please bring your favorite tarot deck to this class if you have one. Glenda Walsh Crouse is a tarot teacher and reader with 20+ years of experience. She’s also the creator and illustrator of The Holly & The Ivy Tarot Guidebook. 

Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Family Storytime
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Family Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. All genres are welcome: novel, short story, essay, poetry, memoirs, spiritual, sci-fi, fiction, and nonfiction. This group is led by Barbara D. Duffey, an experienced writing workshop leader and author of five books.

Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 11:00am - 11:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Family Storytime
Westminster Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Mount Airy Senior Book Discussion Group: Lessons in Chemistry
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. 

Backyard Birds (World Migratory Bird Day)
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 8 - 18
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Calling all bird detectives! Join 4-H Environmental Educator Torrey Silliman to learn tips & tricks for identifying backyard birds. Learn about the four keys of bird ID, sharpen your skills with an online bird cam activity, and then venture outside to discover our feathered friends in their natural habitat. Youths will leave this program with a free online course and tons of materials to start them on their bird journey. 

Optional Trip to Charlotte’s Quest Nature Center: Participants are welcome to attend an optional extension at Charlotte’s Quest. We’ll meet from 3 - 4 PM for a guided bird walk! 15 pairs of binoculars are available to borrow on a first come, first served basis. A parent or guardian must stay with their child at all times.

Westminster Branch Chess Club
Westminster Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults
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Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor. All pawns, bishops, knights, rooks, queens, and kings are welcome! Our club sessions consist of 30 minutes of instruction and one hour of open play. Boards and pieces will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own set(s) from home.

Creating Customized Chocolates: Day Two
Exploration Commons
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Get festive for fall by learning to create customized chocolates in this two-session class! In session one, we'll create our designs in Fusion 360 and learn about the 3D printing process. In session two, we'll utilize our 3D prints and the makerspace's Vaquform machines to create custom molds. Then, we'll head to the teaching kitchen to learn how to mold chocolate and create our custom chocolates.

Crazy for Crafting
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for some fun and easy craft projects each month. No experience or creative skills are needed. Bring a friend or meet new people who also enjoy crafting.

Facts First: Social Media & Mental Health
Offsite
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Social media is everywhere! At this program, you'll learn how to understand the balance between online engagement and real-life experiences. Learn how to navigate these risks and promote positive mental health, while gaining insights into the potential pitfalls of social media. You'll also discover effective solutions to prevent excessive screen time.

Presented by Carroll Community College and Carroll County Public Library in partnership with The Partnership for a Healthier Carroll County. 

You & Me Book Club: Bunnicula
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 10 - Adults
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Book-loving kids, grab a book-loving grown-up (parent, grandparent, family friend, etc.), and join us for the You & Me Book Club. Discover beloved books from your grown-up’s childhood and introduce them to your favorite reads.

For our first meeting, we’ll discuss Bunnicula, written by Deborah and James Howe. Copies of the book will be available for the book club beginning September 23.

Cinderella's Fall Ball Puppet Show
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 3 - 12
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The prince is having a fall ball and you're invited! Will Cinderella get to go or will she have to stay home and clean? Who will the prince dance with and will he find his true love? Join us as we sing and dance our way through one enchanted evening!

Club Friendship
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, October 25, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults
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We welcome teens and adults with developmental disabilities or who are neurodivergent, along with their caregivers, to join us for an hour of movement, games, and fun!

Play Baby Play
Westminster Branch
Friday, October 25, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 3
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You're invited to a morning playgroup just for little ones! Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play with our toys, practice gross motor skills on our baby obstacle course, enjoy music, and socialize with others.

Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Friday, October 25, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, October 25, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes all levels of students. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor. Meditation exercises will be incorporated into the practice. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a blanket, yoga mat, and a strap (or belt or towel).

Cinderella's Fall Ball Puppet Show
Finksburg Branch
Friday, October 25, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: 3 - 12
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The prince is having a fall ball and you're invited! Will Cinderella get to go or will she have to stay home and clean? Who will the prince dance with and will he find his true love? Join us as we sing and dance our way through one enchanted evening!

Autumn Engraved Tumblers
Exploration Commons
Friday, October 25, 2024 - 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Time to celebrate the spooky season with a custom laser-engraved tumbler! No previous laser experience is required.

Serenity Journaling
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, October 25, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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It's important to take time for yourself during these hectic, and often, uncertain times. Serenity journaling is an opportunity to take a few minutes to slow down, think, and write. Join Maria as she provides us with some topics, both contemporary and remembrance, that we can write about and relax. You can also take this time to journal about whatever is on your mind, or in your heart. After we free-write together, sharing is optional but encouraged!

Ghost Walk of Westminster
Westminster Branch
Friday, October 25, 2024 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 10 - Adults
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Join us for a ghost presentation and stroll through Westminster to visit our local ghosts and legends. The walk is approximately 1.5 miles. Registrants will be contacted with updates in the event of bad weather.

Saturday Adventures
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, October 26, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing, crafts, and there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!

Trick-or-Treat at the Library
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, October 26, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 11
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Put on your costume, bring a sack, and join us for a quick storytime and trick-or treating at the library!

Group Baking: Monster Rice Krispie Treats
Exploration Commons
Saturday, October 26, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 6 - Adults
Registration and more information
Join the fun as we make Rice Krispie Treats from scratch and then create monsters on a stick! Registration is for one child, one adult, and up to two additional attendees. Please list the names of attendees and the ages of the children.

K-9 Demonstration
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, October 26, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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The Carroll County Sherriff’s Office K9 team plays an integral part in ensuring the safety and security of our community neighborhoods. K9 deputies and their canine partners are vigorously trained for unique situations, such as search and rescue operations, detecting illegal substances, and locating critically missing individuals. By demonstrating, educating, and sharing the remarkable work of our K9 unit with the community, we hope to raise awareness about their essential contributions and the importance of supporting these specialized teams.

Spooky Puzzle Race
Westminster Branch
Saturday, October 26, 2024 - 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 10 - Adults
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Do you like puzzles? Do you like spooky things? Join us to see how quickly you and your team can assemble the puzzle. This is not your typical puzzle race; there will be some other spooky surprises thrown in to make your puzzle building even more challenging! Teams of up to four puzzlers will compete to see who can complete the 300-piece puzzle in the fastest time. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration required. Only one person per team needs to register.

Dungeons and Dragons Club
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, October 26, 2024 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 11 - 18
Registration and more information
Welcome adventurers! Join our table as we embark on a fun-filled campaign! Our game is friendly to both new and returning players. Our characters are currently level 4. We will have a number of pre-made character sheets for you to make your own!

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

Paint-In with Sykesville Painting Club
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, October 26, 2024 - 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring an art project and your own supplies. Work in our shared space with other artists. 

Read with a Furry Friend
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, October 26, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - 17
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Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog from My Caring Paws. Research shows that reading to animals can boost children's reading skills and help with emotional and social skills. Struggling readers are encouraged to participate.

Endless Abilities Meetup Group
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, October 26, 2024 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 6 - Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for a new, unique meetup group. If you are the parent or caregiver of a student with developmental disabilities or who is neurodivergent and you would like to meet other parents, this is a program for you and your kids! We will have a craft and refreshments for the kids and time to socialize for the families. 

 

Little Learners
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: 3 - 6
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A special storytime just for preschoolers! Activities will promote pre-reading and school-readiness skills in preparation for kindergarten. Adult caregivers are welcome. Food and natural items may be present.

Family Storytime
Westminster Branch
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Apple Cider Doughnuts & Coffee
Exploration Commons
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll make Baked Apple Cider Donuts and learn basic baking skills. Then, we'll enjoy our fresh donuts with a coffee tasting. 

Let's Move!
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Join us for an interactive storytime where we're learning through movement. We'll explore books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles!

Spooky Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 6
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It's Halloween time! Dress up in a costume and come hear spooky stories, sing spooky songs, and make a witch's brew!

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.

Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board
Westminster Branch
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Registration and more information
Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too! Participants can join us in person or log in virtually through Zoom by registering.

Intro to Roland GS-24 Vinyl Cutter
Exploration Commons
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
Registration and more information
Come learn how to use the Roland GS-24 Vinyl Cutter, which can cut 24-inch wide rolls by however long you want! This machine is like the Cricut Maker but can create larger projects like window decals. Participants will learn how to operate the machine, what materials it accepts, and the software required to use it.

Taneytown Teen Advisory Board
Taneytown Branch
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
More information
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!

North Carroll Book Discussion Group: The Sisters Weiss
North Carroll Branch
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Sisters Weiss by Naomi Ragen.

Crochet Club
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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Join us for an evening of crochet and conversation. Bring your crochet supplies and/or whatever crochet project you have already started. All experience levels are welcome.

Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, October 28, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
Registration and more information
Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes all levels of students. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor. Meditation exercises will be incorporated into the practice. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a blanket, yoga mat, and a strap (or belt or towel).

Infant Lapsit Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Infants and young babies who are crawlers/pre-walkers and their caregivers are invited to this laid-back, gentle program to enjoy nursery rhymes and stories together as we start baby's love of reading and begin to build literacy skills, all from the comfort of their favorite grownup's lap.

Is your little one starting to walk and is more wiggly and active? Check out our Read and Play programs Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Thursdays at 9:30 AM! 

Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Read and Play: Halloween Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 10:00am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Costumes are welcomed.

Move and Learn
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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, October 29, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Read and Play
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Read and Play: Halloween Fun!
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More information
During our Halloween Fun storytime, we’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement with a Halloween theme! Come dressed in your costume and finish storytime with trick-or-treating fun around the library.

Move and Learn
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.

Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
More information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
More information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Twos and Threes Together
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
More information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Twos and Threes Together: Halloween Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
More information
Costumes are welcomed.

Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages:
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Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccines, WIC services by appointment, and health education. Not all services will be available at all locations. The schedule for locations and service information will be posted when available at https://cchd.maryland.gov/healthonwheels/.

Plenty of Pumpkins
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 2 - 5
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Join us as we explore pumpkins through crafts, stories, and fun! 

Girls Who Code
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 10 - 18
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Girls Who Code is on a mission to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. In this eight-week series, students will explore coding in a fun and friendly environment with presenter Enya Sliwinski, a local Girls Who Code alumna. 

Diverse Voices Book Club: What Storm, What Thunder
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for a monthly book discussion focusing on a diverse author's work. Each month, we will select a young adult or adult title written by an author from a diverse background so we can learn from others' perspectives. Our October selection is the 2024 One Maryland, One Book What Storm, What Thunder by Myriam J. A. Chancy. Attendees are welcome to attend in person at CCPL's Westminster Branch or virtually through Zoom.

Drop-In Diamond Painting
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary!

North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. All genres are welcome: novel, short story, essay, poetry, memoirs, spiritual, sci-fi, fiction, and nonfiction. This group is led by Barbara D. Duffey, an experienced writing workshop leader and author of five books.

Fall Prevention Part 2: Don't Fall This Fall!
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Learn how to safely get up from a fall and basic strengthening exercises for balance and fall prevention. Chris Konior, Licensed Occupational Therapist and Senior Fitness Instructor will also provide handouts.

Pajama Party Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.

Gentle Yoga
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
Registration and more information
This gentle yoga class allows students of various abilities and physical conditions to develop their yoga practice comfortably. Yoga has many appealing aspects, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, stress, and pain relief. No experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a mat and a blanket.

Mount Airy Teen Advisory Board
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
More information
Calling all teens with a love of the library! Earn service hours while making friends, beautifying the library, and planning programs!

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

To Be Read: W. Bruce Cameron
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Families welcome! W. Bruce Cameron is the #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of A Dog's Purpose, A Dog's Way Home, and A Dog's Journey (all now major motion pictures), The Dog Master, A Dog's Promise, the Puppy Tales for young readers (starting with Ellie's Story and Bailey's Story), The Dogs of Christmas, The Midnight Plan of the Repo Man, and others. He lives in California. His latest book, My Three Dogs, is a charming and heartfelt story about humankind's best, most loyal friends, and a wonderful adventure of love and finding home. Books for kids and adults will be available for purchase and signing. 

Presented by A Likely Story Bookstore and Carroll County Public Library. 

Pajama Party Storytime
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.

Writing Group
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 9:15am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Writers of all levels and genres are invited to join our weekly writing group. It is a flexible, drop-in, stay-as-long-as-you-like environment. The primary goal is to dedicate quiet time away from the daily chaos to make consistent progress on your novel or children's book. Bring your current project to work on during this time. At 10 AM, we will brainstorm, critique, and share knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry. You are welcome to share a short piece of writing during this time for critique.

Move & Groove Storytime: Halloween Fun!
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
During our Halloween Fun storytime, we’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement with a Halloween theme! Come dressed in your costume and finish storytime with trick-or-treating fun around the library.

Family Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Family Storytime
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Read and Play: Halloween Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More information
Costumes are welcomed.

Ready, Set, School!
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.

Mount Airy Knitters
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.

Move & Groove Storytime: Halloween Fun!
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
During our Halloween Fun storytime, we’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement with a Halloween theme! Come dressed in your costume and finish storytime with trick-or-treating fun around the library.

Family Storytime: Halloween Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
Costumes are welcomed.

Ready, Set, School!
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
More information
An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.

Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.

Mid-Week Movie and Munch: Coco
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join us for popcorn and a few sweets to watch Disney's Coco. Despite his family's ban on all music, Miguel dreams of becoming a famous musician. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel is transported among his ancestors to the colorful Land of the Dead. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector, and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history. This movie is rated PG and runs 1hr 45m. 

Family Fun Night
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas and listen to stories before bed. Join us for family fun, featuring stories, music, crafts, play, and time with friends.

SOLD OUT! An Evening with Louise Penny
Offsite
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ages: Adults
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SOLD OUT! 

Tickets $30 – Admission with Book (unsigned, no meet & greet)

Tickets $40 – Admission with Signed Book (no meet & greet)

Tickets $75 – Admission with VIP Meet & Greet (book signing)

Advance ticket purchase is required for all attendees. Click to purchase tickets here.

Presented by A Likely Story Bookstore and Carroll County Public Library.

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Louise Penny is the #1 New York Times and Globe and Mail bestselling author of the Chief Inspector Armand Gamache novels. She has won numerous awards, including a CWA Dagger and the Agatha Award (nine times), and was a finalist for the Edgar Award for Best Novel. She lives in a small village south of Montréal.

Ticket holders will receive a copy of Penny's latest novel, The Grey Wolf. A limited number VIP tickets, including a signing and meet-and-greet, will be available for purchase.

**Please note that the author will be unable to sign all books or participate in a meet and greet with anyone other than a VIP ticket holder. Signed Book ticket holders will receive a pre-signed book and will not be included in the meet and greet.

Accessibility: If special accommodations are needed, please contact the event organizer at least two weeks prior to the event.

Refund Policy: Refund requests for ticket price will be considered until two weeks before the event date. Eventbrite ticket fees are non-refundable. Any ticket holder who is unable to attend after that date will still be able to receive a copy of The Grey Wolf. In the event of a weather cancellation, ticket holders will receive credit for use on a future event.

Special thanks to Carroll County Public Schools.

Read and Play: Halloween Fun!
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More information
During our Halloween Fun storytime, we’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement with a Halloween theme! Come dressed in your costume and finish storytime with trick-or-treating fun around the library.

Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0)
Exploration Commons
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
Registration and more information
Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.

If you've never touched a sewing machine or a sewing needle, or if it's been years since you've sewed, and you need a refresher on the basics, then this class is for you.

Prerequisite: None

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

Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
More information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Boo Bash!
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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Join us for fun, not-too-scary stories followed by a costume parade.

Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Family Storytime: Halloween Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
Costumes are welcomed.

Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. All genres are welcome: novel, short story, essay, poetry, memoirs, spiritual, sci-fi, fiction, and nonfiction. This group is led by Barbara D. Duffey, an experienced writing workshop leader and author of five books.

Family Storytime: Halloween Fun!
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
During our Halloween Fun storytime, we’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement with a Halloween theme! Come dressed in your costume and finish storytime with trick-or-treating fun around the library.

Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 11:00am - 11:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Family Storytime
Westminster Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Party Dance Lesson!
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Haven't been to a wedding or party in a while, but want to hit the dance floor with everyone else? Join us as we host a multi-venue dance instructor who will teach us the latest trends! We'll learn several group dances, guaranteed to get your steps in line and your spirits up! Costumes, while not required, are definitely encouraged!

Spooky Music Fun
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 2 - 6
Registration and more information
Join the fun with your child as we have a spooky musical celebration with instruments, dancing, bean bags, streamers, and more! Costumes for all ages are welcome.

Creepy Critters: Bats & Owls (Halloween)
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 8 - 18
Registration and more information
Join 4-H Environmental Educator Torrey Silliman for this fun Halloween-inspired program! We’ll discuss bats and owls, including some of their amazing adaptations and the mythology behind their creepy reputations.

Books and Bites: Cakesicles and Gothic Fiction
Exploration Commons
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Create chocolate-encased cake pops in our spooky molds and snack on your treats while listening to gothic fiction book talks from Westminster librarians in our teaching kitchen! You'll be able to check out books at the end of class. 

Ghostly Glow: 3D Printed Nightlights
Exploration Commons
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
Registration and more information
Want to spice up your Halloween night decor? In this class, we will 3D model our own ghostly figures that can be rigged up to everyday electronics to create a one-of-a-kind spooky nightlight! 

Cuentos Bilingües/Bilingual Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 10
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Are you interested in improving your language skills? Join us for Spanish Bilingual Storytime! There will be singing, dancing, activities, stories, and rhymes in Spanish and English.

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

ABCs & 123s: Bedtime
Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 5
Registration and more information
Join the fun as we explore letters and numbers. We’ll offer lots of engaging, hands-on activities to make learning fun!

Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Tinker Tots
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 5
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A little push, a twist, a turn. Keep those little fingers busy and experiment in our library Tinkertown. Fun, playful activities will engage the mind and body as your child builds their fine motor skills and creativity.

Kiddie Costume Ball
Westminster Branch
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Come one, come all, to the Kiddie Costume Ball! Come dressed in your favorite costume, listen to music, dance, and play with friends. 

Spanish Language Practice Circle
Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a friendly and informal group gathering to practice speaking Spanish together. All levels are welcome. This program is led by a partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County.

Book Chat
Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for an hour of chatting about books! Come and share what you are reading and get ideas from others about what to read next!

Writing Group: Tea & Poetry
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
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If you enjoy reading poetry, chances are you enjoy writing it, too! Join our informal monthly poetry writing group, where we'll share a cup of tea, discuss poetry topics, and write poetry. All experience levels are welcome. Supportive group discussions are encouraged, but readings are optional. If you need one, writing journals will be provided, or you can bring your favorite notebook. Bring those imaginations, and let's start writing!

Writer's Circle
Taneytown Branch
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join this fun group of writers and aspiring writers as we share what we are working on and listen to feedback from others. Whether you write novels, short stories, poems, or anything in between, this group is for you!

Ghost Walk of Westminster
Westminster Branch
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 10 - Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for a ghost presentation and stroll through Westminster to visit our local ghosts and legends. The walk is approximately 1.5 miles. Registrants will be contacted with updates in the event of bad weather.

Cozy Con: Olivia Blacke, Donna Andrews, Mindy Quigley, & Korina Moss
Offsite
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Presented by A Likely Story Bookstore, Carroll Lutheran Village, and Carroll County Public Library. 

Join us for this special event featuring a panel of cozy mystery authors. Books will be available for signing and purchase. 

Olivia Blacke: 

Death is only the beginning in Olivia Blacke's A New Lease on Death, a darkly funny supernatural mystery that introduces an unlikely crime-solving duo. She is also the author of the Record Shop Mysteries and the Brooklyn Murder Mysteries.

Donna Andrews:

Bells are ringing and alarms are sounding in Donna Andrews' latest cheery addition in the New York Times bestselling Meg Langslow series, Rockin' Around the Chickadee. Bells are ringing and alarms are sounding in Donna Andrews' latest cheery addition in the New York Times bestselling Meg Langslow series.

Mindy Quigley:

Sleep in Heavenly Pizza is the fourth book in Mindy Quigley's delectable Deep Dish Mystery series, set in a Wisconsin pizzeria. She is the author of the Deep Dish Mysteries and the Lindsay Harding Mystery series. 

Korina Moss:

In Korina Moss's Fondue or Die, the lazy, hazy, dairy days of summer are coming to a close in the Sonoma Valley. . . and so is someone’s life. Korina received the Agatha Award for Best First Novel, Cheddar Off Dead. 

Irish Soda Breads
Exploration Commons
Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: 15 - Adults
Registration and more information
We will explore the classic Irish soda bread recipes in this hands-on class.

Introduction to Metal Detecting
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults
Registration and more information
Are you interested in metal detecting? Would you like to learn more about this fascinating hobby? Join us at CCPL's Taneytown Branch as the Northern Maryland Dirt Diggers introduce us to metal detecting and show off some of their equipment and finds!

Saturday Adventures
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing, crafts, and there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!

Saturday Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Read with a Furry Friend
Westminster Branch
Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults
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Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained "reading dogs" provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. Research shows that reading to animals can boost reading skills in children and help with emotional and social skills.

Century Drama Club Presents: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Preview
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Calling all wizards, witches, and muggles! Bring your wands and join us for a sneak peek of CHS's fall production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Classic TV Trivia Contest LIVE!
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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And we're LIVE! If you enjoy watching TV shows from the 1950s through the 1990s, this is THE trivia contest program for you! Join us for a fun afternoon of classic TV trivia as we travel back to when shows were full of laughs, surprises, and memorable. The contest will be played in teams of up to 5 people. Feel free to bring your friends! If not, then join a team upon arrival. Registration is required for each contestant. If possible, please answer the question in the box at the time of registration. Awesome prizes will be awarded, LIVE and in person!

Little Learners
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 4, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: 3 - 6
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A special storytime just for preschoolers! Activities will promote pre-reading and school-readiness skills in preparation for kindergarten. Adult caregivers are welcome. Food and natural items may be present.

Family Storytime
Westminster Branch
Monday, November 4, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, November 4, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Monday, November 4, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Let's Move!
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, November 4, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Join us for an interactive storytime where we're learning through movement. We'll explore books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles!

North Carroll Knitters Group
North Carroll Branch
Monday, November 4, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join this group gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns.

Cooking for Wellness: Diabetes Awareness Month
Exploration Commons
Monday, November 4, 2024 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
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The holiday season involves cooking up our favorite dishes, but this can be difficult for those with blood sugar troubles. For Diabetes Awareness Month, we will make low-carb stuffing for the holidays and discuss basic nutrition with diabetes. This class is provided through The Partnership for a Healthier Carroll County and Carroll Hospital.

Cooking Together: Empanadas
Exploration Commons
Monday, November 4, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 6 - Adults
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Join us for a group cooking class with scratch empanadas. Each registration is for one group, totaling a maximum of four (a minimum of two to a group). This can include children and adults, but all children under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult in the group.

Come Create
Taneytown Branch
Monday, November 4, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Doing crafts improves your mood, reduces stress, and it's fun! Explore your inner artist. All supplies will be provided.

Veterans Book Club: The Winter Army
Finksburg Branch
Monday, November 4, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
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In partnership with the Carroll County Veterans Advisory Council, we invite veterans, current military and reservists, and family members to join us for an evening of discussion, fellowship, and camaraderie. This month's selection is The Winter Army: The World War II Odyssey of the 10th Mountain Division, America's Elite Alpine Warriors by Maurice Isserman.

Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, November 4, 2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes all levels of students. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor. Meditation exercises will be incorporated into the practice. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a blanket, yoga mat, and a strap (or belt or towel).

Kids Vote!
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: Birth - 11
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It's Election Day! Come exercise your right to vote by choosing from favorite storybook characters. All participants will receive a voting sticker.

Infant Lapsit Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Infants and young babies who are crawlers/pre-walkers and their caregivers are invited to this laid-back, gentle program to enjoy nursery rhymes and stories together as we start baby's love of reading and begin to build literacy skills, all from the comfort of their favorite grownup's lap.

Is your little one starting to walk and is more wiggly and active? Check out our Read and Play programs Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Thursdays at 9:30 AM! 

Sewing Skills: Sewing with Zippers
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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Learn how to insert zippers like a pro! This technique-based workshop will cover three types of zipper installations: regular, lapped, and invisible.

Class Prerequisites and Required Skills:

• Intro to Basic Sewing Skills and/or have EC sewing machine certification
• can thread a sewing machine and wind a bobbin
• can sew items together with different seam allowances
• understand the purpose of back-stitching

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

Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Read and Play
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 10:00am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Move and Learn
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.

Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Read and Play
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Move and Learn
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.

Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Twos and Threes Together
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Twos and Threes Together
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Black-Eyed Susan Award Voting
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: 6 - Adults
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It's voting day, so let your voice be heard and vote for your favorite Black-Eyed Susan picture book nominee!

Click here to see a list of books on the ballot.

Book Bingo
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults
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Play BINGO, have fun, and win books!

Hedgehog Meet & Greet
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join Ms. Sara as she shares her hedgehog, Justine. Learn all about Justine, fun hedgehog facts, and have a chance to ask questions about what it's like to live with a hedgehog.  

School's Out! Cooking Together: Soft Pretzels
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 1:00pm - 3:15pm
Ages: 6 - Adults
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Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them. One registration per group, up to four participants. For groups with children ages six and up, children must be accompanied by an adult. 

Super Awesome Dance Party with Mr. Craig
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Birth - 12
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Enjoy your day off from school with one of Mr. Craig's raucous dance parties. There will be plenty of music, dancing, and fun.

Girls Who Code
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 10 - 18
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Girls Who Code is on a mission to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. In this eight-week series, students will explore coding in a fun and friendly environment with presenter Enya Sliwinski, a local Girls Who Code alumna.