The North Carroll Branch is currently closed for renovations. The bookdrop will remain open during the closure. Please check back for our reopening date.
All CCPL locations will be closed for the Veterans Day Holiday on Tuesday, November 11. We will reopen for regular hours on Wednesday, November 12.
Carroll County Public Library
Infinite Possibilities
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 or the Calendar of Events site for more events.
Carroll County Writers Group
Saturday, November 8, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Please join the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association.
Saturday, November 8, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Please join the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association.
Carroll County Critique Group
Saturday, November 8, 2025 - 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Ages: Adults
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Please join the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Critique Group as we discuss our writing efforts.
Saturday, November 8, 2025 - 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Ages: Adults
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Please join the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Critique Group as we discuss our writing efforts.
Veterans Book Club: Ghosts of Honolulu
Monday, November 10, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
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In partnership with the Carroll County Veterans Advisory Council, we invite veterans, current military and reservists, and family members to join us for an evening of discussion, fellowship, and camaraderie. This month's selection is Ghosts of Honolulu: A Japanese Spy, a Japanese American Spy Hunter, and the Untold Story of Pearl Harbor by Mark Harmon and Leon Carroll, Jr.
Monday, November 10, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
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In partnership with the Carroll County Veterans Advisory Council, we invite veterans, current military and reservists, and family members to join us for an evening of discussion, fellowship, and camaraderie. This month's selection is Ghosts of Honolulu: A Japanese Spy, a Japanese American Spy Hunter, and the Untold Story of Pearl Harbor by Mark Harmon and Leon Carroll, Jr.
Family Storytime
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
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, November 12, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
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.
Ready, Set, School!
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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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
Thursday, November 13, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Thursday, November 13, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Read and Play
Thursday, November 13, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
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 that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Thursday, November 13, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
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 that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Sensory Sensitive Storytime
Friday, November 14, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
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This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free storytime.
Friday, November 14, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
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This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free storytime.
Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read
Friday, November 14, 2025 - 10:45am - 11:45am
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
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An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy dogs 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.
Friday, November 14, 2025 - 10:45am - 11:45am
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
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An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy dogs 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.
A Wickedly Good Craft Party
Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 11:00am - 1:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Are you excited for Wicked: For Good? Join us to celebrate the Wicked fandom with various Wicked and Wizard of Oz themed crafts!
Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 11:00am - 1:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Are you excited for Wicked: For Good? Join us to celebrate the Wicked fandom with various Wicked and Wizard of Oz themed crafts!
PAWS to Read
Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
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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!
Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
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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!
Caring for Your Family Treasures
Monday, November 17, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
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Learn to preserve and protect your family’s rare books, scrapbooks, photographs, and other personal treasures. Discuss where to store items, what boxes and other storage options are best, and what environments and other factors are most damaging to your materials. Gain the knowledge to ensure your family treasures last for years to come. Program presented by Natalie DeMuro, a Special Collection Archivist at Enoch Pratt Free Library.
Monday, November 17, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
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Learn to preserve and protect your family’s rare books, scrapbooks, photographs, and other personal treasures. Discuss where to store items, what boxes and other storage options are best, and what environments and other factors are most damaging to your materials. Gain the knowledge to ensure your family treasures last for years to come. Program presented by Natalie DeMuro, a Special Collection Archivist at Enoch Pratt Free Library.
This program is presented in partnership with the Carroll County Genealogical Society.
Read and Play
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
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 that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
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 that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Twos and Threes Together
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Pajama Party Storytime
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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, November 18, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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.
Family Storytime
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
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, November 19, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
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.
Ready, Set, School!
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.
Chess at the Library
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 7 - Adults, Adults
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Are you a chess champion or want to learn? Show off your best moves against other chess players! Experienced and novice chess players are welcome.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 7 - Adults, Adults
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Are you a chess champion or want to learn? Show off your best moves against other chess players! Experienced and novice chess players are welcome.
Finksburg Book Club: James
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is James by Percival Everett.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is James by Percival Everett.
Twos and Threes Together
Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Read and Play
Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
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 that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
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 that allow children to practice skills and socialize.
Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone
Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
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The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games, crafts, music, and more in a sensory-friendly environment!
Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
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The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games, crafts, music, and more in a sensory-friendly environment!
Crochet Granny Squares
Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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In the first class of this series, attendees will learn how to make and customize granny squares, including color changes and pattern scaling. Participants will finish at least one square. Supplies will be provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring their preferred crochet hook (3.5mm).
Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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In the first class of this series, attendees will learn how to make and customize granny squares, including color changes and pattern scaling. Participants will finish at least one square. Supplies will be provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring their preferred crochet hook (3.5mm).
In the second class, attendees will complete a second granny square and use both granny squares to make fingerless mitts.
Open Mah Jongg
Friday, November 21, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
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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.
Friday, November 21, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
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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 2 meeting rooms available for public use:
Large Meeting Room - Capacity: 50
Small Meeting Room - Capacity: 10
Services
- 24/7 book drop access
- Children's learning games
- Copy machine
- Drive-Up Window (return items, pick up holds and pay fines)
- EV charging
- Free Wi-Fi access
- Memory lab
- Notary services
Branch History
Library service to the Finksburg area began on January 28th 2009 with the opening of a 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 & recycled materials.
