Carroll County Public Library
Infinite Possibilities
Westminster Branch
50 East Main Street
Westminster, MD 21157
Christina Ogle, Branch Manager
Branch Hours
Monday - Thursday: 9 AM - 8 PM
Friday - Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM
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Programs and Events
Check Currents or the Calendar of Events site for more events.
Pajama Party Storytime
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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, July 16, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.
Read and Play
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 - 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.
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 - 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.
Twos and Threes Together
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 - 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.
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 - 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.
Transitioning to Medicare Part 2
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. This seminar focuses on Medicare Supplement/Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans. Learn about the different Medigap plans and your period of guaranteed issue rights under original Medicare. These secondary/supplemental plans can cover some or all of Medicare's out-of-pocket costs. We will also discuss a different way to obtain all services covered by Medicare and more: Medicare Advantage Plans.
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. This seminar focuses on Medicare Supplement/Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans. Learn about the different Medigap plans and your period of guaranteed issue rights under original Medicare. These secondary/supplemental plans can cover some or all of Medicare's out-of-pocket costs. We will also discuss a different way to obtain all services covered by Medicare and more: Medicare Advantage Plans.
Twos and Threes Together
Thursday, July 18, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Thursday, July 18, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Family Storytime
Thursday, July 18, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Thursday, July 18, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Luis Garay: The Passion and Inspiration of the Drum
Friday, July 19, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: All Ages
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Luis Garay's South American, Caribbean, and African rhythms are a highly educational and entertaining musical journey. The audience will be introduced to many exotic instruments, such as the balafon, djembe, and talking drum, as well as the more familiar congas, bongos, and drum set. The audience participates throughout the performance as they learn to clap authentic rhythms from different cultures.
Friday, July 19, 2024 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: All Ages
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Luis Garay's South American, Caribbean, and African rhythms are a highly educational and entertaining musical journey. The audience will be introduced to many exotic instruments, such as the balafon, djembe, and talking drum, as well as the more familiar congas, bongos, and drum set. The audience participates throughout the performance as they learn to clap authentic rhythms from different cultures.
Teen After Hours: One Up Games
Friday, July 19, 2024 - 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Ages: 12 - 18
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Explore a variety of next-gen consoles and gaming monitors! Enjoy all the popular video games, along with a mixture of classic and retro games. Play what you wish, with the freedom to move to any system and play any game. Monitors, consoles, games, and controllers are all provided! Snacks will also be provided.
Friday, July 19, 2024 - 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Ages: 12 - 18
Registration and more information
Explore a variety of next-gen consoles and gaming monitors! Enjoy all the popular video games, along with a mixture of classic and retro games. Play what you wish, with the freedom to move to any system and play any game. Monitors, consoles, games, and controllers are all provided! Snacks will also be provided.
Registration and permission slips are required for this after-hours event; download a copy or pick one up at the Westminster Branch's Customer Service Desk.
Giant Mosaic Sticker Art
Saturday, July 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 5 - Adults, Adults
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Join us for a fun shared activity with a beautiful reward. Grab some stickers and check the color key. When all the stickers are applied, an eye-popping image will be revealed! Completed artwork will be displayed in the library.
Saturday, July 20, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 5 - Adults, Adults
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Join us for a fun shared activity with a beautiful reward. Grab some stickers and check the color key. When all the stickers are applied, an eye-popping image will be revealed! Completed artwork will be displayed in the library.
Family Storytime
Monday, July 22, 2024 - 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.
Monday, July 22, 2024 - 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.
Summer Lunch at the Library (Westminster Branch)
Monday, July 22, 2024 - 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Ages: Birth - 18
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CCPL's Westminster Branch is partnering with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. Due to federal regulations, meals must be eaten at the library. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12:15 PM until 1:15 PM.
Monday, July 22, 2024 - 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Ages: Birth - 18
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CCPL's Westminster Branch is partnering with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. Due to federal regulations, meals must be eaten at the library. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12:15 PM until 1:15 PM.
Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board
Monday, July 22, 2024 - 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too! Participants can join us in person or log in virtually through Zoom by registering.
Monday, July 22, 2024 - 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too! Participants can join us in person or log in virtually through Zoom by registering.
Read and Play
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 - 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.
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 - 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.
Twos and Threes Together
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 - 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, July 23, 2024 - 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, July 23, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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, July 23, 2024 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.
Read and Play
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - 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.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - 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.
Twos and Threes Together
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - 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.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - 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.
Westminster Book Club: Death in Focus
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Death in Focus by Anne Perry. Books will be available for pickup at CCPL's Westminster Branch.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Death in Focus by Anne Perry. Books will be available for pickup at CCPL's Westminster Branch.
Mid-Week Movie and Munch: Migration
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join us as we watch Migration and munch on some yummy popcorn. Follow along as a sheltered family of mallards goes on the migration vacation of a lifetime. Popcorn will be provided. Please bring your own water bottle. This movie is rated PG with a runtime of 83 minutes.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join us as we watch Migration and munch on some yummy popcorn. Follow along as a sheltered family of mallards goes on the migration vacation of a lifetime. Popcorn will be provided. Please bring your own water bottle. This movie is rated PG with a runtime of 83 minutes.
Twos and Threes Together
Thursday, July 25, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Thursday, July 25, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Family Storytime
Thursday, July 25, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Thursday, July 25, 2024 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Peter Rabbit Puppet Show
Friday, July 26, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 12
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Peter Rabbit loves adventure and eating his veggies. Mr. McGregor grows the best vegetables in his garden, but Peter's not allowed to go there. What do you think will happen when Peter decides to sneak into the garden? Will he get caught by Mr. McGregor, or will he find his way out safely again? You'll dig Peter Rabbit in his thrilling escapade through Mr. McGregor's garden!
Friday, July 26, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 12
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Peter Rabbit loves adventure and eating his veggies. Mr. McGregor grows the best vegetables in his garden, but Peter's not allowed to go there. What do you think will happen when Peter decides to sneak into the garden? Will he get caught by Mr. McGregor, or will he find his way out safely again? You'll dig Peter Rabbit in his thrilling escapade through Mr. McGregor's garden!
Peter Rabbit Puppet Show
Friday, July 26, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 3 - 12
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Peter Rabbit loves adventure and eating his veggies. Mr. McGregor grows the best vegetables in his garden, but Peter's not allowed to go there. What do you think will happen when Peter decides to sneak into the garden? Will he get caught by Mr. McGregor, or will he find his way out safely again? You'll dig Peter Rabbit in his thrilling escapade through Mr. McGregor's garden!
Friday, July 26, 2024 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 3 - 12
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Peter Rabbit loves adventure and eating his veggies. Mr. McGregor grows the best vegetables in his garden, but Peter's not allowed to go there. What do you think will happen when Peter decides to sneak into the garden? Will he get caught by Mr. McGregor, or will he find his way out safely again? You'll dig Peter Rabbit in his thrilling escapade through Mr. McGregor's garden!
Library Scavenger Hunt for Kids and Adults
Saturday, July 27, 2024 - 10:00am - 3:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Summer Reading is in full swing! While you're here for your Summer Reading raffle ticket, familiarize yourself with the treasures in CCPL's Westminster Branch by completing this fun scavenger hunt! All are welcome to participate, so stop by and complete this indoor, air-conditioned adventure and earn a prize upon completion!
Saturday, July 27, 2024 - 10:00am - 3:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Summer Reading is in full swing! While you're here for your Summer Reading raffle ticket, familiarize yourself with the treasures in CCPL's Westminster Branch by completing this fun scavenger hunt! All are welcome to participate, so stop by and complete this indoor, air-conditioned adventure and earn a prize upon completion!
Family Storytime
Monday, July 29, 2024 - 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.
Monday, July 29, 2024 - 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.
Summer Lunch at the Library (Westminster Branch)
Monday, July 29, 2024 - 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Ages: Birth - 18
More information
CCPL's Westminster Branch is partnering with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. Due to federal regulations, meals must be eaten at the library. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12:15 PM until 1:15 PM.
Monday, July 29, 2024 - 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Ages: Birth - 18
More information
CCPL's Westminster Branch is partnering with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. Due to federal regulations, meals must be eaten at the library. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12:15 PM until 1:15 PM.
Meeting Rooms
Meeting rooms are available for public use Monday through Saturday, excluding library-observed holidays.
We have 1 meeting rooms available for public use:
Small Meeting Room - Capacity: 10
Services
- 24/7 book drop access
- Children's learning games
- Copy machine
- Free Wi-Fi access
- Notary Services
- Pay County tax bills
- Play and Learn Centers
- Print from anywhere (Global Print)
- Public fax
- Public Internet computers
- Scan documents to email
- Wireless printing
Branch History
Library service in Carroll County began in 1863, when the Westminster Public Library was founded by Reverend J. A. Monroe and Dr. Charles Billingslea. The library was supported by membership dues and fines, and was open to the public on Friday afternoons. Relocating over the years from the Odd Fellows Hall to the new Times Building and then to the second floor of the Wantz Building, Westminster Public Library was still a one-room library in the 1940s.
In 1949, Mr. and Mrs. Walter H. Davis announced that they would give a public library building to Westminster and provide an endowment for its support. At that time, the Westminster Public Library turned over its operation and assets to the Davis Library. The Davis Library, housed in a former Methodist church building, was formally dedicated as a library in May, 1951.
In 1958, after ten years of lobbying, a county-wide library system was established, with the Davis Library operating as the central branch. Carroll County's first modern library facility, the Westminster Branch, opened at 50 E. Main Street in March, 1980.
A major interior and exterior renovation to the building and park began in 2008. The interior renovation included a complete redesign of interior public space and features a train-themed children's area. Improvements to the Mary Lou Dewey Park in front of the branch included a redesigned entrance, new landscaping and walkways, and the Booth Memorial Stage, a performance platform for concerts and educational programming. Private funding made the addition of Wild Imaginings, a library-inspired sculpture by world-renown artist Bart Walter, possible.