Finksburg branch

Overhead drone photo of the Finksburg branch

2265 Old Westminster Pike
Finksburg, MD 21048

Heather Owings, 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.

Let's Take a Fall Story Walk - 296128

Let's Take a Fall Story Walk

Finksburg Branch
Monday, September 21, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Class registration and more information

It's fall, the best time of year for a hike! Listen to stories and music, followed by a story walk hike and crafts in Sandymount Park. Pack a lunch and stay afterward to play with friends.

Carroll 250: An Updated Guide to Land Record Research at the Maryland State Archives - 295205

Carroll 250: An Updated Guide to Land Record Research at the Maryland State Archives

Finksburg Branch
Monday, September 21, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Class information
Reference Archivist Rhys Burns from the Maryland State Archives will guide you through researching Maryland land records using the updated MDLandRec.net. Learn how to search modern deeds, trace a property backward through time, use historical indices, and understand different index types. Rhys will also share practical tips for navigating complex research questions, with a special focus on Carroll County—while offering guidance useful for broader family history work. Discover the value land records can bring to your research!
 
This program is in partnership with the Carroll County Genealogical Society. 
 
This program is part of the Carroll 250 Speaker Series celebrating the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the 1776 United States Declaration of Independence.
Read and Play - 283021

Read and Play

Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 2
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.

Twos and Threes Together - 283074

Twos and Threes Together

Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information

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

Pajama Party Storytime - 283263

Pajama Party Storytime

Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Class 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.

Family Storytime - 283222

Family Storytime

Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 - 9:45am - 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.

Ready, Set, School! - 283252

Ready, Set, School!

Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Class information

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

Twos and Threes Together - 283109

Twos and Threes Together

Finksburg Branch
Thursday, September 24, 2026 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information

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

Read and Play - 283045

Read and Play

Finksburg Branch
Thursday, September 24, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 2
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.

Crochet for a Cause: Beanie Making Class - 316162

Crochet for a Cause: Beanie Making Class

Finksburg Branch
Thursday, September 24, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information
In this beginner-friendly class, participants will create a cozy beanie from start to finish while learning basic crochet techniques and tips. Upon completion, finished beanies can be donated to individuals in need, helping provide warmth and comfort during the colder months.
Q&A with the Small Business Administration - 282670

Q&A with the Small Business Administration

Finksburg Branch
Friday, September 25, 2026 - 9:30am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

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

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

Pause for Paws: Therapy Animals for Adults & Seniors - 308012

Pause for Paws: Therapy Animals for Adults & Seniors

Finksburg Branch
Friday, September 25, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 17 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

Pause for a minute or two with a furry friend! A special quiet hour for adults and seniors to come to de-stress and relax with a therapy animal. Bring a book, bring pictures, and share good memories. Registration is optional; walk-ins are welcome!

Open Mah Jongg - 290243

Open Mah Jongg

Finksburg Branch
Friday, September 25, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class information

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

Volunteer Opportunity at the Finksburg Branch Garden - 296108

Volunteer Opportunity at the Finksburg Branch Garden

Finksburg Branch
Saturday, September 26, 2026 - 9:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 14 - 17
Class registration and more information

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you! We are looking for students ages 14 - 17 to assist our local Master Gardeners with the maintenance of the Finksburg Branch Garden. Please dress appropriately, wear sunscreen, and bring water. Garden clean-up days are weather-dependent. 

Kid's Painter's Palette: Harvest Moon - 307671

Kid's Painter's Palette: Harvest Moon

Finksburg Branch
Saturday, September 26, 2026 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 6 - 17
Class registration and more information

Join us to paint a night sky filled with a harvest moon and see what secrets the moonlight reveals!

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: 50
Small Meeting Room - Capacity: 10

Book by Room

Services

24/7 book drop access

Children's learning games

Copy machine

Drive-Up Window (return items and pick up holds)

EV charging

Free Wi-Fi access

Memory lab

Branch history

Library service to the Finksburg area began on January 28, 2009 with the opening of the 13,805 square foot branch. The Finksburg Planning and Citizens' Council played an integral role in helping the Finksburg Branch become a reality. This library was the first Green building in Carroll County. Some of the green features include: geothermal wells, a storm water management system, and recyclable and recycled materials.