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Carroll County Public Library
Infinite Possibilities

North Carroll Branch

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2255 Hanover Pike
Hampstead, MD 21074

Darrell Robertson, Branch Manager

Branch Hours

Monday - Thursday:  9 AM - 8 PM
Friday - Saturday:  9 AM - 5 PM

 Phone 1    410.386.4480

Fax    410.386.4486

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Programs and Events

Check Currents or the Calendar of Events site for more events.

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Read and Play
Friday, July 11, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

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Mini Musicians
Friday, July 11, 2025 - 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
Registration and more information
Come 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!

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Puzzle Race
Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 10:00am - 1:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Do you love to do jigsaw puzzles? Form a team of up to 4 players and join us for a puzzle race competition! All teams will get the same 500-piece puzzle and race to see which team can assemble it first. 

Note: One player will register per team; please include the names of other teammates when you register.

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The Mayhem Magical Circus
Monday, July 14, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
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class="xxxmsonormal">Join professional knucklehead and former Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey performer Gregory May as he builds his own wacky circus show. Over a dozen audience volunteers will join him as he juggles, walks on a rolling globe, spins plates and cowboy ropes, and messes up magic tricks with tons of fun and lots of laughs! It's a wild ride for the whole family!

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Volunteer Opportunity: Painting Bookends
Monday, July 14, 2025 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Registration and more information
We are looking to brighten up our young adult area and need your help! Bring your creativity and paint some bookends for us. If you don't finish, you can take them home and return them later. You can earn up to three service hours. You must be at least 12 to earn service hours.

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Create, Explore, and More: Sensational Seashell Art
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 8 - 13
Registration and more information
Join us to create several different art projects made from seashells.

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Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages:
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Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccines, WIC services by appointment, and health education. Not all services will be available at all locations. 

The schedule for locations and service information will be posted when available at https://health.maryland.gov/carroll/Pages/HOW.aspx

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North Carroll Knitters Group
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join this group gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns.

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North Carroll Writers Group
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, 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.

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Diabetes Virtual Store Tour
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Almost 40 million Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes. Join Weis Dietitian Christina Pelletier, MS, RDN, LDN on a virtual tour through the aisles of Weis Markets to look more closely at some diabetes-friendly options. The presentation will be followed by a Pomegranate, Mango, and Black Bean Salsa recipe demonstration that participants will be able to sample. Pick up recipes, Weis Healthy Bites Magazine, healthy tips handout, and a $5.00 Weis coupon.

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Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)!
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
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Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services. 

Social workers are unable to provide clinical and therapeutic services, direct financial support, or make eligibility determinations.

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Family Storytime
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
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. 

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Clue: A Murder Mystery
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
Join us for a murder mystery escape room based on the classic board game Clue.

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Family Fun Night
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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Wear your pajamas and listen to stories before bed. Join us for family fun, featuring stories, music, crafts, play, and time with friends.

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Color Our World™ Obstacle Course
Thursday, July 17, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 8
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Join Mr. Chris at the library this summer for a movement-filled adventure!

This year’s program features 10 exciting PE-style stations, including rolling, underhand and overhand tossing, an obstacle course, and much more! Participants can move at their own pace, completing challenges and earning stickers on a special challenge card. Plus, each child will receive a fun coloring page to take home!

Come jump, roll, toss, and play while bringing color to your world—only at your local library! This program will be outside, so please wear sunscreen and bring a water bottle.

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North Carroll Writers Group
Thursday, July 17, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, 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.

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Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Thursday, July 17, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
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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.

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Read and Play
Friday, July 18, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

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Rubber Duck Cosplay
Friday, July 18, 2025 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
Decorate a rubber duck based on your favorite fandom, character, or create an original design. We'll provide the ducks and everything you need to transform your duck.

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Read and Play
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

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Little Jon's Gigantic Bubble Show
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join the fun as we 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!

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Create, Explore, and More: Mini-Game Mania
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 8 - 13
Registration and more information
Do you love to play games? Do you like a challenge? Join us to try out several fun mini-games.

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North Carroll Writers Group
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, 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.

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Adventures In Postcrossing
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 6 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Postcrossing brings people around the world together through the sending and receiving of postcards. Every postcard is a window to the world and a lesson to be learned. Participants will learn about people's customs, culture, history, and benefit from feeling good about humanity. 

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Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 12
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Smart and sassy, Little Red Riding Hood has goodies for Grandma. How shall she get them there? Should she take the long road or the shortcut through the woods? Who will she meet along the way?  Will Grandma get her snack, or will she become a snack herself? Join us for a puppet show full of surprises!

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Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 3 - 12
More information
Smart and sassy, Little Red Riding Hood has goodies for Grandma. How shall she get them there? Should she take the long road or the shortcut through the woods? Who will she meet along the way?  Will Grandma get her snack, or will she become a snack herself? Join us for a puppet show full of surprises!

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Family Storytime
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
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. 

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North Carroll Writers Group
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, 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.

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Chopped Crafts
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
Do you like crafts, games, and a challenge? Then join us for a craft version of Chopped.

Everyone will be provided with the same mystery art supplies, as well as access to additional craft materials. What will you make? All materials will be provided for you.

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Crazy for Crafting
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for some fun and easy craft projects each month. No experience or creative skills are needed. Bring a friend or meet new people who also enjoy crafting. This month we will be learning about amigurumi and will crochet a small emoji.

Passport Services

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

2 Study Rooms - Capacity: 1 - 4 per room

Book by Room

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.