Taneytown Branch

10 Grand Drive
Taneytown, MD 21787

Jillian Dittrich, Branch Manager

Branch Hours

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

 Phone 1    410.386.4510

Fax    410.386.4515

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Upcoming Programs and Events

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

Read and Play
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:45am
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, February 3, 2026 - 11:00am - 11:45am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Drop-In Diamond Painting
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary!

Diamond Painting for Teens
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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We'll have a new diamond painting project each month, and no experience is necessary!  

Read and Play
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 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.

Preschool Move and Learn
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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Join us for an interactive storytime where we develop school readiness skills using movement, music, and more, while fostering a love of learning! This fun program includes art projects and hands-on learning stations.

Family Storytime
Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 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. 

Carroll County Workforce Development Day
Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.

ABCs & 123s: Be My Valentine
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 6
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Join the fun as we explore letters and numbers. We'll offer lots of engaging, hands-on activities to make learning fun!

Spanish Language Practice Circle
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 11:00am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a friendly and informal group gathering to practice speaking Spanish together. This program is for intermediate and advanced-level Spanish speakers. A partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County will lead this program.

Book Chat
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for an hour of chatting about books! Come and share what you are reading and get ideas from others about what to read next!

Writer's Circle
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join this fun group of writers and aspiring writers as we share what we are working on and listen to feedback from others. Whether you write novels, short stories, poems, or anything in between, this group is for you!

Playdough Fun
Saturday, February 7, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
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Need something fun to do on Saturday? Join the boredom busting fun as we create with playdough. Our homemade playdough is a delight that keeps kids (and adults) busy. We'll have numerous colors (which we like to keep separate) as well as dough cutters and tools. 

Pizza Storytime
Monday, February 9, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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Did you know that February 9^th is Pizza Day? Join the storytime fun as we celebrate this delicious favorite! We'll share stories, songs, a craft, and activities—and create a giant felt pizza together. Bring your imagination as we decide on our toppings!

Come Create
Monday, February 9, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Doing crafts improves your mood, reduces stress, and is fun! Explore your inner artist. All supplies will be provided.

Read and Play
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 10:00am - 10:45am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More 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
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 11:00am - 11:45am
Ages: 2 - 3
More information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Drop-In Diamond Painting
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary!

Let's Resin!
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for a new resin project each month! In January, we will create coasters and bookmarks!

Read and Play
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More 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.

Preschool Move and Learn
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
More information
Join us for an interactive storytime where we develop school readiness skills using movement, music, and more, while fostering a love of learning! This fun program includes art projects and hands-on learning stations.

Taneytown Teen Anime Club
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
Join us each month for an anime-themed craft and a chance to watch the latest and greatest anime with other Taneytown teens!

Family Storytime
Thursday, February 12, 2026 - 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. 

Valentine's Messy Masterpieces
Thursday, February 12, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 2 - 6
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Paint and scissors and glue, oh my! It's time to create your very own masterpieces to share with someone you love for Valentine's Day. Please dress to get messy.

Hooks & Needles
Thursday, February 12, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or any other portable project to the library to work alongside other crafters. Get out of the house and enjoy some company while you stitch a few more rows. Drop in anytime; no instruction will be provided.

Be Mine-O-Saurus Dinosaur Bash
Friday, February 13, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 8
Registration and more information
Join us for a roaring good time! We're celebrating Valentine's Day in a big way. Jurassic-sized fun to be had by all!

Drop-In Valentine Crafts
Saturday, February 14, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
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Share the love with some easy Valentine crafts for the whole family.

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: 8
1 Study Room - Capacity: 4 people