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 the Calendar of Events site for more events.

Read and Play - 283026

Read and Play

Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, October 13, 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 - 283089

Twos and Threes Together

Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, October 13, 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 - 283266

Pajama Party Storytime

Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, October 13, 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 - 283243

Family Storytime

Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, October 14, 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! - 283255

Ready, Set, School!

Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, October 14, 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! 

Moon Gardens: Gardening for Bats - 315201

Moon Gardens: Gardening for Bats

Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
Vampires are known for their style, but did you know even a normal bat can appreciate a well-planted garden? Join the Department of Natural Resources to learn how to garden for the benefit of bats and other native Maryland wildlife! 
Twos and Threes Together - 283211

Twos and Threes Together

Finksburg Branch
Thursday, October 15, 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 - 283048

Read and Play

Finksburg Branch
Thursday, October 15, 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 Circle - 319982

Crochet Circle

Finksburg Branch
Thursday, October 15, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Class information
Join our welcoming crochet group for a relaxing and creative experience! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crocheter, you’ll find support and inspiration here. New to crocheting? We have some extra supplies available to get you started. Come stitch, chat, and connect with fellow makers!
LEGO® Creations - 307918

LEGO® Creations

Finksburg Branch
Friday, October 16, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 6 - 18
Class information

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

UnbeLEAFable Bugs - 295755

UnbeLEAFable Bugs

Finksburg Branch
Friday, October 16, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
Class registration and more information

In partnership with the Carroll Garden Club. 

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

PAWS to Read - 308007

PAWS to Read

Finksburg Branch
Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information

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

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.