Mount Airy branch
705 Ridge Avenue
Mount Airy, MD 21771
Kari Kelly, 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.
Celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch!
Mount Airy BranchMonday, February 23, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Join us in our large magazine reading area throughout the month of February as we celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch! Drop in anytime to enjoy a DIY craft, a community puzzle, and books to read at your leisure. Explore, learn, and participate in the richness that is Black History Month.
Family Storytime
Mount Airy BranchMonday, February 23, 2026 - 10:00am - 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.
Let's Move!
Mount Airy BranchMonday, February 23, 2026 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
Join us for an interactive storytime where we're learning through movement. We'll explore books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles!
LEGO® Builders Club
Mount Airy BranchMonday, February 23, 2026 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: 6 - Adults, Adults
Class information
Want to practice your building skills? Join us for a LEGO® program where you tackle a new design challenge each time! We supply the bricks, and you supply the creativity!
Celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch!
Mount Airy BranchTuesday, February 24, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Join us in our large magazine reading area throughout the month of February as we celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch! Drop in anytime to enjoy a DIY craft, a community puzzle, and books to read at your leisure. Explore, learn, and participate in the richness that is Black History Month.
Read and Play
Mount Airy BranchTuesday, February 24, 2026 - 10:00am - 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
Mount Airy BranchTuesday, February 24, 2026 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
Class information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
What Is AI and Why Are We Scared?
Mount Airy BranchTuesday, February 24, 2026 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
Learn about AI's history and the seamless AI integrations you already interact with daily, from weather forecasting to movie recommendations. You'll set up privacy protections, learn to clear cookies and control website tracking, and identify sources to stay informed about AI development and advocacy. Walk away understanding both the real concerns and the practical steps you can take to protect and empower yourself in the age of AI.
This program is presented in partnership with the Carroll Technology and Innovation Council.
Mount Airy Teen Advisory Board
Mount Airy BranchTuesday, February 24, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Class information
Calling all teens with a love of the library! Earn service hours while making friends, beautifying the library, and planning programs!
Celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch!
Mount Airy BranchWednesday, February 25, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Join us in our large magazine reading area throughout the month of February as we celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch! Drop in anytime to enjoy a DIY craft, a community puzzle, and books to read at your leisure. Explore, learn, and participate in the richness that is Black History Month.
Ready, Set, School!
Mount Airy BranchWednesday, February 25, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:30am
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.
Mount Airy Knitters
Mount Airy BranchWednesday, February 25, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.
Read and Play
Mount Airy BranchWednesday, February 25, 2026 - 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
English Conversation Group
Mount Airy BranchWednesday, February 25, 2026 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Join us for a friendly group gathering to practice speaking English. This program, led by a partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County, is geared toward adults who are English language learners. All levels welcome.
Celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch!
Mount Airy BranchThursday, February 26, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Join us in our large magazine reading area throughout the month of February as we celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch! Drop in anytime to enjoy a DIY craft, a community puzzle, and books to read at your leisure. Explore, learn, and participate in the richness that is Black History Month.
Family Storytime
Mount Airy BranchThursday, February 26, 2026 - 10:00am - 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.
Mount Airy Senior Book Discussion Group: Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone
Mount Airy BranchThursday, February 26, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
This month's selection is Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson.
Pajama Party Storytime
Mount Airy BranchThursday, February 26, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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.
Celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch!
Mount Airy BranchFriday, February 27, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Join us in our large magazine reading area throughout the month of February as we celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch! Drop in anytime to enjoy a DIY craft, a community puzzle, and books to read at your leisure. Explore, learn, and participate in the richness that is Black History Month.
Read with a Furry Friend: Adaptive Program for Adults
Mount Airy BranchFriday, February 27, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Class information
Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will be here to enjoy a meet-and-greet with new adult friends!
Snow Science!
Mount Airy BranchFriday, February 27, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
Class information
Let's learn about ice and snow with interactive experiments! All materials will be provided.
Celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch!
Mount Airy BranchSaturday, February 28, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Join us in our large magazine reading area throughout the month of February as we celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch! Drop in anytime to enjoy a DIY craft, a community puzzle, and books to read at your leisure. Explore, learn, and participate in the richness that is Black History Month.
Saturday Storytime
Mount Airy BranchSaturday, February 28, 2026 - 10:00am - 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.
My Important Person and Me Paint Party
Mount Airy BranchSaturday, February 28, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 5 - Adults, Adults
Class information
This is perfect for pairs—whether it's you and your grown-up, your best friend, or a sibling. Together, you’ll each paint one half of a canvas. When completed, your two pieces will form a single work of art representing your connection. No painting experience? No problem! There will be step-by-step guidance. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies 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: 70
Small Meeting Room - Capacity: 15
3 Study Rooms - Capacity: 4 per room
Services
24/7 book drop access
EV charging
Free Wi-Fi access
Public Internet computers
Branch history
In 1965, the Carroll County Commissioners gave the town of Mt. Airy permission to open a community library, with the provision that the town raise $3,000 to refurbish and furnish a room above the town office. Four months later, after donations and fund-raising events such as a benefit shoot at the Rod and Gun Club, a dance for teens, and a book sale, the library opened. In 1974 the Mt. Airy Community Branch moved to the former American Grocery Building, and in 1993 a new full-service Mount Airy Branch opened on Ridge Avenue.
Renovations to the Mt. Airy Branch were completed in 2014 and included repavement of the driveway, reworking of the sidewalks to improve grade and accessibility, roofing replacement, renovation of the interior to improve lighting throughout, a new customer service desk, improved seating areas for customers, and the addition of several collabortive workspaces.