Carroll County Public Library
Infinite Possibilities
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 or the Calendar of Events site for more events.
South Carroll Lioness-Lions Club Community Service Project
Monday, March 27, 2023 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
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All ages are welcome to participate in this Community Service Project led by the South Carroll Lioness-Lions Club at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch! Come to the Information Desk to pick up your service project kit which includes art supplies, spring ornaments, and a hat to be decorated and distributed to the Oakland Manor assisted living community. Kits will be distributed starting March 8, while supplies last. Finished projects need to be returned to the Eldersburg Branch by March 29.
Monday, March 27, 2023 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
All ages are welcome to participate in this Community Service Project led by the South Carroll Lioness-Lions Club at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch! Come to the Information Desk to pick up your service project kit which includes art supplies, spring ornaments, and a hat to be decorated and distributed to the Oakland Manor assisted living community. Kits will be distributed starting March 8, while supplies last. Finished projects need to be returned to the Eldersburg Branch by March 29.
Read and Play
Monday, March 27, 2023 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Monday, March 27, 2023 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Family Storytime
Monday, March 27, 2023 - 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.
Monday, March 27, 2023 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Monday, March 27, 2023 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Join this friendly crochet group that is open to both 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.
Monday, March 27, 2023 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Join this friendly crochet group that is open to both 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.
Homeschool Coding Club
Monday, March 27, 2023 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 6 - 17
Registration and more information
Join us to explore the basics of coding! We will learn about algorithms, sequencing, problem-solving and more, using collaborative activities and drag and drop coding.
Monday, March 27, 2023 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 6 - 17
Registration and more information
Join us to explore the basics of coding! We will learn about algorithms, sequencing, problem-solving and more, using collaborative activities and drag and drop coding.
South Carroll Lioness-Lions Club Community Service Project
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
All ages are welcome to participate in this Community Service Project led by the South Carroll Lioness-Lions Club at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch! Come to the Information Desk to pick up your service project kit which includes art supplies, spring ornaments, and a hat to be decorated and distributed to the Oakland Manor assisted living community. Kits will be distributed starting March 8, while supplies last. Finished projects need to be returned to the Eldersburg Branch by March 29.
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
All ages are welcome to participate in this Community Service Project led by the South Carroll Lioness-Lions Club at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch! Come to the Information Desk to pick up your service project kit which includes art supplies, spring ornaments, and a hat to be decorated and distributed to the Oakland Manor assisted living community. Kits will be distributed starting March 8, while supplies last. Finished projects need to be returned to the Eldersburg Branch by March 29.
Alphabet Train: Letters O & P
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: 3 - 6
Registration and more information
Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: 3 - 6
Registration and more information
Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.
Pajama Party Storytime
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
South Carroll Lioness-Lions Club Community Service Project
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
All ages are welcome to participate in this Community Service Project led by the South Carroll Lioness-Lions Club at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch! Come to the Information Desk to pick up your service project kit which includes art supplies, spring ornaments, and a hat to be decorated and distributed to the Oakland Manor assisted living community. Kits will be distributed starting March 8, while supplies last. Finished projects need to be returned to the Eldersburg Branch by March 29.
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
All ages are welcome to participate in this Community Service Project led by the South Carroll Lioness-Lions Club at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch! Come to the Information Desk to pick up your service project kit which includes art supplies, spring ornaments, and a hat to be decorated and distributed to the Oakland Manor assisted living community. Kits will be distributed starting March 8, while supplies last. Finished projects need to be returned to the Eldersburg Branch by March 29.
Writing Group
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 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, some time will be spent brainstorming, critiquing, and sharing knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry. You are welcome to share a short piece of writing during this time for critique.
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 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, some time will be spent brainstorming, critiquing, and sharing knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry. You are welcome to share a short piece of writing during this time for critique.
Read and Play
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Family Storytime
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 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.
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
More information
Join this friendly crochet group that is open to both 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.
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
More information
Join this friendly crochet group that is open to both 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.
Read and Play
Thursday, March 30, 2023 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Thursday, March 30, 2023 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Family Storytime
Thursday, March 30, 2023 - 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.
Thursday, March 30, 2023 - 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.
Meet Pete the Cat: Storytime and Book Giveaway
Friday, March 31, 2023 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 5
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Come rock with Pete the Cat in his school shoes! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and attendees will get a free copy of Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes to take home.
Friday, March 31, 2023 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 5
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Come rock with Pete the Cat in his school shoes! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and attendees will get a free copy of Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes to take home.
Saturday Adventures
Saturday, April 1, 2023 - 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, there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!
Saturday, April 1, 2023 - 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, there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!
Power of the Pen
Saturday, April 1, 2023 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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When poet Dylan Snaman was faced with radiation treatment for a malignant brain tumor, he turned to an unlikely friend: the pen. Using his experience in the hospital rooms he grew up in, he shares his stories of triumph in an ongoing battle for his mind. Copies of his book Wait & See will be available for purchase and signing by the author.
Saturday, April 1, 2023 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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When poet Dylan Snaman was faced with radiation treatment for a malignant brain tumor, he turned to an unlikely friend: the pen. Using his experience in the hospital rooms he grew up in, he shares his stories of triumph in an ongoing battle for his mind. Copies of his book Wait & See will be available for purchase and signing by the author.
Liberty Drama Presents: Freaky Friday the Musical Showcase
Saturday, April 1, 2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 3 - Adults, Adults
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Join us for a preview of Liberty High School's spring musical Freaky Friday. Enjoy songs, dances, meeting characters, and more!
Saturday, April 1, 2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 3 - Adults, Adults
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Join us for a preview of Liberty High School's spring musical Freaky Friday. Enjoy songs, dances, meeting characters, and more!
Read and Play
Monday, April 3, 2023 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Monday, April 3, 2023 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Family Storytime
Monday, April 3, 2023 - 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.
Monday, April 3, 2023 - 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.
Rainy Night Crafting: Diamond Painted Coasters
Monday, April 3, 2023 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Brighten up the April showers! Join us as we make sparkly coasters using diamond painting in this fun and easy craft.
Monday, April 3, 2023 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Brighten up the April showers! Join us as we make sparkly coasters using diamond painting in this fun and easy craft.
Alphabet Train: Letters Q & R
Tuesday, April 4, 2023 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: 3 - 6
Registration and more information
Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.
Tuesday, April 4, 2023 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: 3 - 6
Registration and more information
Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.
Pajama Party Storytime
Tuesday, April 4, 2023 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
Tuesday, April 4, 2023 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 - 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, some time will be spent brainstorming, critiquing, and sharing knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry. You are welcome to share a short piece of writing during this time for critique.
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 - 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, some time will be spent brainstorming, critiquing, and sharing knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry. You are welcome to share a short piece of writing during this time for critique.
Read and Play
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Family Storytime
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
More 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.
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
More 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.
Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
More information
Join this friendly crochet group that is open to both 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.
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
More information
Join this friendly crochet group that is open to both 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.
Read and Play
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 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 which allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Family Storytime
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
More 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.
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 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.
Marvel Versus DC Perler Bead Creations
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 10 - 18
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Drop in for an afternoon of recreating your favorite characters from Marvel or DC with Perler beads!
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 10 - 18
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Drop in for an afternoon of recreating your favorite characters from Marvel or DC with Perler beads!
Teen Manga and Graphic Novel Book Club
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 12 - 18
Registration and more information
Do you like manga, comics, or graphic novels? Join us at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch for a graphic novel book club! We will read a manga, comic, or graphic novel every month and then meet up to share our thoughts! This will be a hybrid event; please register and choose if you will attend in person or online through Zoom. We will be reading Komi Can't Communicate, Vol. 1 by Tomohito Oda for this month's meeting!
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 12 - 18
Registration and more information
Do you like manga, comics, or graphic novels? Join us at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch for a graphic novel book club! We will read a manga, comic, or graphic novel every month and then meet up to share our thoughts! This will be a hybrid event; please register and choose if you will attend in person or online through Zoom. We will be reading Komi Can't Communicate, Vol. 1 by Tomohito Oda for this month's meeting!
Gentle Yoga
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
This gentle yoga class is designed to allow students of various abilities and physical conditions to comfortably develop their own yoga practice. There are many appealing aspects of yoga, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, as well as stress and pain relief. No experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a mat and a blanket.
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
This gentle yoga class is designed to allow students of various abilities and physical conditions to comfortably develop their own yoga practice. There are many appealing aspects of yoga, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, as well as stress and pain relief. No experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a mat and a blanket.
Passport Services
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
- Children's learning games
- Copy machine
- Drive-Up Window (return items, pick up holds and pay fines)
- Exploration Point!
- Free Wi-Fi access
- Notary Services
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.