Finksburg branch
2265 Old Westminster Pike
Finksburg, MD 210484
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.
Carroll County Master Gardener Plant & Seed Swap
Finksburg BranchSaturday, May 2, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Get ready for garden season! Join the Carroll County Master Gardeners for a fun and informative morning. Enjoy a plant and seed swap, visit our plant clinic to get answers to your gardening questions, and learn about native plants with education provided by The Xerces Society.
Visit the Carroll County Master Gardeners event page on Facebook for more information.
Read to Baby Goats
Finksburg BranchSaturday, May 2, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
HerdCo will be here with baby goats that you can read to. They will be here for 90 minutes, and we will take turns with the goats. This program will be outside, weather permitting. Grab a book and your camera, and see you there!
Alphabet Train
Finksburg BranchMonday, May 4, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Class information
Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.
Herb Garden Terrarium
Finksburg BranchMonday, May 4, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 6 - 12
Class registration and more information
In partnership with the Carroll Garden Club.
Spring has arrived along with flowers, fruit trees, and vegetables starting to grow and produce. The children will learn there is more to gardening than flowers, fruit, and vegetables; there are herbs! They will create a terrarium from a plastic jug, decorate it and plant herbs while learning what herbs are used for.
Read and Play
Finksburg BranchTuesday, May 5, 2026 - 9:45am - 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.
Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg BranchTuesday, May 5, 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
Finksburg BranchTuesday, May 5, 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
Finksburg BranchWednesday, May 6, 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!
Finksburg BranchWednesday, May 6, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Class 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
Finksburg BranchThursday, May 7, 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
Finksburg BranchThursday, May 7, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Crochet Lily of the Valley
Finksburg BranchThursday, May 7, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information
Did you know that the Lily of the Valley symbolizes a return to happiness? This series of programs will guide you through the process of creating your own beautiful Lily of the Valley flowers. The first and second programs will focus on how to read a pattern, the foundational stitches, and how to make color changes. The third and fourth programs will offer guided support in completing the project. All supplies will be provided.
Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read
Finksburg BranchFriday, May 8, 2026 - 10:45am - 11:45am
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy animals for people and children of all abilities. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome.
Open Mah Jongg
Finksburg BranchFriday, May 8, 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.
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
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 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.