North Carroll branch
2255 Hanover Pike
Hampstead, MD 21074
Darrell Robertson, 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.
North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll BranchTuesday, June 16, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished writers, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. All genres are welcome: novel, short story, essay, poetry, memoirs, spiritual, sci-fi, fiction, and nonfiction. This group is led by Barbara D. Duffey, an experienced writing workshop leader and author of five books.
Healthy Eating: Summer Food Safety
North Carroll BranchTuesday, June 16, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class registration and more information
Join Weis Dietitian Christina to learn about food safety as it pertains to summer cookouts and gatherings to reduce the risk of preventable foodborne illnesses. The presentation will be followed by a Stuffed Strawberries recipe demonstration that participants will be able to sample. Pick up recipes, Weis Healthy Bites Magazine, healthy handout tips, a $5.00 Weis coupon, and more.
Can You Find Gnome-E-O?
North Carroll BranchWednesday, June 17, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Just like the rest of the world, Gnome-E-O is excited about the World Cup soccer tournament and will be making a special appearance at CCPL's North Carroll Branch! Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot! Tell us where you found him, get a sticker, and fill out a ticket for a chance to win a special soccer prize pack.
Summer Reading Celebration: Unearth a Story™
North Carroll BranchWednesday, June 17, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Celebrate Summer Reading with games, crafts, and activities. We will have a firetruck and more at this fun event!
Can You Find Gnome-E-O?
North Carroll BranchThursday, June 18, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Just like the rest of the world, Gnome-E-O is excited about the World Cup soccer tournament and will be making a special appearance at CCPL's North Carroll Branch! Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot! Tell us where you found him, get a sticker, and fill out a ticket for a chance to win a special soccer prize pack.
Family Storytime
North Carroll BranchThursday, June 18, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll BranchThursday, June 18, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished writers, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. All genres are welcome: novel, short story, essay, poetry, memoirs, spiritual, sci-fi, fiction, and nonfiction. This group is led by Barbara D. Duffey, an experienced writing workshop leader and author of five books.
Mini Musicians
North Carroll BranchThursday, June 18, 2026 - 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Class registration and more information
Join us for a creative and exploratory first introduction to music! This program will incorporate piano playing, boomwhackers, and rhythm instruments while teaching children the basics of pitch, patterns, and rhythm. We will learn skills that are beneficial for future piano lessons and other musical instruments too!
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
North Carroll BranchThursday, June 18, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
Speaking with other people who have multiple sclerosis can be one of the most empowering and helpful things for someone with MS. Sharing stories, feelings, and experiences with people in similar situations is not only therapeutic, but also enlightening and can often improve emotional health. This group is part of the MS Focus Independent Support Group Network.
Please email Nadine Rosendale (nadiner@carr.org) with questions. This group meets on the third Thursday of the month.
Can You Find Gnome-E-O?
North Carroll BranchSaturday, June 20, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Just like the rest of the world, Gnome-E-O is excited about the World Cup soccer tournament and will be making a special appearance at CCPL's North Carroll Branch! Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot! Tell us where you found him, get a sticker, and fill out a ticket for a chance to win a special soccer prize pack.
Can You Find Gnome-E-O?
North Carroll BranchMonday, June 22, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Just like the rest of the world, Gnome-E-O is excited about the World Cup soccer tournament and will be making a special appearance at CCPL's North Carroll Branch! Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot! Tell us where you found him, get a sticker, and fill out a ticket for a chance to win a special soccer prize pack.
Little Jon’s Gigantic Bubble Show
North Carroll BranchMonday, June 22, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Explore different sizes and types of bubbles with Little Jon in this fun, interactive program. See volcano bubbles, smoke bubbles, and get surrounded by a giant bubble!
North Carroll Book Discussion Group: The Authenticity Project
North Carroll BranchMonday, June 22, 2026 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Adults
Class information
This month's selection is The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley.
Can You Find Gnome-E-O?
North Carroll BranchTuesday, June 23, 2026 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Just like the rest of the world, Gnome-E-O is excited about the World Cup soccer tournament and will be making a special appearance at CCPL's North Carroll Branch! Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot! Tell us where you found him, get a sticker, and fill out a ticket for a chance to win a special soccer prize pack.
Create, Explore, and More: Hover, Fly, Launch!
North Carroll BranchTuesday, June 23, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 8 - 13
Class registration and more information
Build hovercrafts, design paper airplanes, and test awesome launchers! Explore science and engineering through hands-on experiments and watch your creations take off.
Enemy Pie
North Carroll BranchTuesday, June 23, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: All Ages
Class information
Explore how to make friends out of enemies with Fun-In-It Storyteller Beth Rebert and the story Enemy Pie by Derek Munson.
Passports
The North Carroll Branch accepts passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State to better serve our customers and to respond to the needs within our communities. We process new passport applications and provide photo services on site. Please note that we cannot accept or process passport renewals, however, we do provide forms and assistance.
Passports services are available on a first come, first served basis, with no appointment necessary. Hours are:
Monday - Thursday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Friday and Saturday: 10 AM - 3 PM
Sunday: No passport services.
For more passport information, please visit our passport page.
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
Citizenship Resource Center
EV charging
Free Wi-Fi access
Branch history
The Hampstead Library was established in 1955, through the efforts of the Junior Woman's Club of Hampstead. The club won a Federation Prize for its library project. With the establishment of a county system in 1958, the Hampstead Library became the Northeast Branch of the Carroll County Public Library. The present North Carroll Branch, located between Hampstead and Manchester, opened as a full-service branch in February, 1990.
The 2011 renovation to the branch included improvements to the interior and a reworking of the parking lot entrance to alleviate unsafe conditions.
Interior renovations took place in 2025. New shelving was purchased, the customer service desk was replaced, lights replaced, the entire branch repainted, and new carpet installed.