Eldersburg branch
6400 West Hemlock Drive
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Nadine Rosendale, Branch Manager
Branch hours
Monday - Thursday: 9 AM - 8 PM
Friday - Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Directions
Upcoming programs and events
Check Currents publication (PDF) or the Calendar of Events site for more events.
Read and Play
Eldersburg BranchThursday, May 14, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Nurturing Touch: Infant Massage Class
Eldersburg BranchThursday, May 14, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months, Adults
Class registration and more information
Join us for a supportive, hands-on group for caregivers and their babies from birth to one year of age. 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!
Family Storytime
Eldersburg BranchThursday, May 14, 2026 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Fun with LEGO® Sumo-Bots
Eldersburg BranchThursday, May 14, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 8 - 12
Class information
Drop by to see how robots compete in a sumo-style match. Experience hands-on what it takes to program and revise a robot. This workshop will be guided by the coach and members of the Pie3 robotics team, Gear Freaks.
Senior Planet: Streaming and Smart TVs
Eldersburg BranchThursday, May 14, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information
Every day, more and more people are "cutting the cord" and canceling their cable subscriptions. Instead, they're using free or low-cost streaming services like YouTube, Netflix, and Hulu to watch their favorite shows and movies online. This presentation will introduce streaming: what it is, how to use it, and the variety of content available. You'll also learn how to watch live TV without cable and how smart TVs and streaming devices can let you watch videos from the Internet on your television.
Papercraft Studio
Eldersburg BranchThursday, May 14, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Interested in meeting other scrapbookers, card makers, and papercraft people? Attend our monthly session on second Thursdays to work on and finish projects, share ideas and layouts, share or exchange supplies, and have fun! Bring your own supplies and projects. We can't wait to see what you're working on!
Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg BranchFriday, May 15, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information
Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor. Meditation exercises will be incorporated into the practice. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a blanket, yoga mat, and a strap (or belt or towel).
Little Adventures: Beautiful Butterflies
Eldersburg BranchFriday, May 15, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Class registration and more information
Join us for a hands-on storytime where preschoolers explore STEM 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.
Saturday Adventures
Eldersburg BranchSaturday, May 16, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!
Sykesville Painting Club Workshop with Karen Peck
Eldersburg BranchSaturday, May 16, 2026 - 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
The library is partnering with the Sykesville Painting Club to offer Karen Peck's Pastel Workshop.
Please register and pay at https://tinyurl.com/ccpl-spc-peck-pastel.
Cost of Workshop:
Members $35.00
Non-Members $45.00
Please take note of the materials you will need to bring.
The Tangle Circle
Eldersburg BranchSaturday, May 16, 2026 - 2:30pm - 4:15pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
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.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg BranchMonday, May 18, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Play and Explore
Eldersburg BranchMonday, May 18, 2026 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 5
Class information
Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play! A large variety of engaging toys and materials will be available.
Curious Kids
Eldersburg BranchMonday, May 18, 2026 - 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 5 - 8
Class information
Calling all curious kids! Join us each session to share a story, art project, and hands-on STEM activity. Children and adults can have fun and get messy together! Food and natural items may be present.
Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg BranchMonday, May 18, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information
Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor. Meditation exercises will be incorporated into the practice. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a blanket, yoga mat, and a strap (or belt or towel).
Read and Play
Eldersburg BranchTuesday, May 19, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
Class information
Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Family Storytime
Eldersburg BranchTuesday, May 19, 2026 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Raise a Puppy, Change a Life!
Eldersburg BranchTuesday, May 19, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Join us for an engaging evening with Guiding Eyes for the Blind to learn how you can raise a future guide dog and help someone living with vision loss gain greater independence and confidence. At this event, you will meet adorable pups, chat with current puppy raisers, hear from a guide dog handler about the life-changing impact, and learn about the mission and support offered by Guiding Eyes (https://www.guidingeyes.org/).
Writing Group
Eldersburg BranchWednesday, May 20, 2026 - 9:15am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Writers of all levels and genres are invited to join our weekly writing group. It is a flexible, drop-in, stay-as-long-as-you-like environment. The primary goal is to dedicate quiet time away from the daily chaos to make consistent progress on your novel or children's book. Bring your current project to work on during this time. At 10 AM, we will brainstorm, critique, and share knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry. You are welcome to share a short piece of writing during this time for critique.
Move & Groove Storytime
Eldersburg BranchWednesday, May 20, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.
Move & Groove Storytime
Eldersburg BranchWednesday, May 20, 2026 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.
Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg BranchWednesday, May 20, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Class information
Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.
Starlight Storytime
Eldersburg BranchWednesday, May 20, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: 2 - 5
Class information
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and enjoy a cozy evening of stories and songs. Perfect for families with young children.
Passports
The Eldersburg Branch accepts passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State to better serve our customers and to respond to the needs within our communities. We process new passport applications and provide photo services on site. Please note that we cannot accept or process passport renewals, however, we do provide forms and assistance.
Passports services are available on a first come, first served basis, with no appointment necessary. Hours are:
Monday - Thursday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Friday and Saturday: 10 AM - 3 PM
Sunday: No passport services.
For more passport information, please visit our passport page.
Meeting rooms
Meeting rooms are available for public use Monday through Saturday, excluding library-observed holidays.
We have the following meeting rooms available for public use:
Large Meeting Room - Capacity: 100
Small Meeting Room - Capacity: 8
2 Study Rooms - Capacity: 4 per room
Services
24/7 book drop access
Drive-Up Window (return items and pick up holds)
EV charging
Free Wi-Fi access
Branch history
Library service to the South Carroll area was first provided by a 2,100 square foot branch which opened in 1968 in the Eldersburg Improvement Association Building. Growth in the South Carroll area fostered strong community support for an improved library facility.
The Eldersburg Branch opened as a full-service library on August 14, 1983, at first sharing the new South Carroll Multi-purpose building with the Carroll County Health Department and the Maryland State Police. In 1998, the library expanded into the vacated Health Department space. The branch was renovated in 2004 and again in 2010. The 2010 renovation included the addition of a drive-up service window. With the Carroll County Sheriff's move to another space in 2015, the Library took over all available space in the building, for a total square footage of 23,882.