Upcoming Events

Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown Branch
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
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Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!

Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least 5 of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!

Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:30am
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. 

Family Storytime
Westminster Branch
Monday, July 21, 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. 

Little Jon's Gigantic Bubble Show
Taneytown Branch
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
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!

Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
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.

Color Our World™ Obstacle Course
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 10:30am - 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.

Let's Move!
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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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!

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)
Taneytown Branch
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.

Thanks to a Caring and Sharing Ministries sponsorship, adult lunches will also be provided at no charge. Adults may pick up a meal to go, but to comply with Federal regulations, children must eat at the library.

Little Jon's Gigantic Bubble Show
North Carroll Branch
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!

Brick by Brick: LEGO®Free Building
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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Unleash your creativity and build whatever you can imagine. We provide the bricks; you bring the creativity. 

Kids Bake: Focaccia Bread Art
Exploration Commons
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12
Registration and more information
Create your own fanciful bread art using fresh focaccia dough, veggies, and herbs.

Please only register for one of the four classes.  Duplicates will be cancelled.

Intro to Reverse Engineering
Exploration Commons
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Welcome to the exciting world of reverse engineering! Learn how to reconstruct and modify existing parts using basic measuring tools and Onshape, a powerful cloud-based 3D modeling software.

Death Café: Conversations About Death
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Our society shuns talking about death and dying, even though we will all eventually die. Join us as we openly discuss and explore our mortality. Our goal is to destigmatize discussions about death and dying. All opinions and thoughts are welcomed and encouraged.

Please note that this is a discussion group, not a grief support or counseling session.

Learn to Crochet: Curly Scarf
Westminster Branch
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Join us for this beginner-friendly crochet class to create a curly scarf. All supplies will be provided. This is a two-part class.

Summer Reads: Christine Brennan
Exploration Commons
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults
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Christine Brennan's latest book, On Her Game, is a news-making and electrifying portrait of sports phenomenon Caitlin Clark, whose dramatic ascendance in college basketball and now in the WNBA has captured the attention of media and fans unlike any other female team-sport athlete in history. Books will be available for purchase and signing. 

Christine Brennan is an award-winning national sports columnist for USA Today, a commentator for CNN, ABC News, PBS NewsHour and NPR's Morning Edition and a bestselling author. She is the author of seven books. Her 2006 sports memoir, Best Seat in the House, is the only father-daughter memoir written by a sports journalist. Her 1996 national bestseller, Inside Edge, was named one of the top 100 sports books of all-time by Sports Illustrated. 

Presented by Carroll County Public Library and Park Books on Main. 

Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor. Meditation exercises will be incorporated into the practice. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a blanket, yoga mat, and a strap (or belt or towel).

Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
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Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!

Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least 5 of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!

Infant Lapsit Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Infants and young babies who are crawlers/pre-walkers and their caregivers are invited to this laid-back, gentle program to enjoy nursery rhymes and stories together as we start baby's love of reading and begin to build literacy skills, all from the comfort of their favorite grownup's lap.

Is your little one starting to walk and is more wiggly and active? Check out our Read and Play programs Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Thursdays at 9:30 AM! 

Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
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.

Read and Play
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:30am
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.

Read and Play
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 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.

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

Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 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.

Intro to Laser Cutting
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 1:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
Registration and more information
This beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures. At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete this program will be certified to use the Exploration Commons' Fusion Pro and Fusion Edge laser cutters.

Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the laser independently.

Carroll County Workforce Development Day
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
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.

Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 10:30am - 11:30am
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
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Twos and Threes Together
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 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.

Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 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.

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.

Thanks to a Caring and Sharing Ministries sponsorship, adult lunches will also be provided at no charge. Adults may pick up a meal to go, but to comply with Federal regulations, children must eat at the library.

Rainbow Recess
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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Join us for active fun with the parachute and stretchy band, just like you do in elementary school recess! Kids will enjoy teamwork games, movement, and laughter in this high-energy program designed to get everyone moving and having fun.

Sharpie Sneaker Art
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 18
Registration and more information
Join us for a creative, hands-on program where you become the designer. Turn a pair of white canvas sneakers into a wearable piece of art using Sharpie markers, rubbing alcohol, and your imagination. Whether you're into bold patterns, or custom color combinations, this is your chance to create something totally unique. 

All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please include your shoe size with your registration. 

Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: All 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

Line Dancing with Lori
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for an evening of fun and fitness in this beginner's line dancing class. We suggest bringing water and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing for the class. 

Kids Bake: Focaccia Bread Art
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12
Registration and more information
Create your own fanciful bread art using fresh focaccia dough, veggies, and herbs.

Please only register for one of the four classes.  Duplicates will be cancelled.

Drop-In Diamond Painting
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary!

North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 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.

Adventures In Postcrossing
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 6 - Adults
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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. 

Pajama Party Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.

Pajama Party Storytime
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 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.

Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!

Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least 5 of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!

Writing Group
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 9:15am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Writers of all levels and genres are invited to join our weekly writing group. It is a flexible, drop-in, stay-as-long-as-you-like environment. The primary goal is to dedicate quiet time away from the daily chaos to make consistent progress on your novel or children's book. Bring your current project to work on during this time. At 10 AM, we will brainstorm, critique, and share knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry. You are welcome to share a short piece of writing during this time for critique.

Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)!
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 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.

Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)!
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 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.

Family Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
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. 

Baby Disco
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 5
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A dance party for our youngest crowd! Dress up or get comfy for a silly hour of dancing and singing!

Color Our World™ with Bugs
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
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Come see Ryan the Bug Man and his amazing collection of live and carefully preserved bugs! Learn all about the colors of the bugs in our world and get a chance to touch the bugs too.

Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show
North Carroll Branch
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!

Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 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.

Read and Play
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 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.

Mount Airy Knitters
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.

Ready, Set, School!
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.

Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 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.

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
More information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.

Thanks to a Caring and Sharing Ministries sponsorship, adult lunches will also be provided at no charge. Adults may pick up a meal to go, but to comply with Federal regulations, children must eat at the library.

Water Balloon Wednesdays
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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Is summer vacation too hot to handle? Cool off with Water Balloon Wednesdays! Be prepared for a splash, and bring your own towel! The program is weather-dependent. 

Meet K9 Officer Trigger
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Meet K9 Officer Trigger and his partner PFC Echols from the Taneytown Police Department! Learn about what K9 Trigger does on the job and after his work hours, and see him in action as he shows off his skills. 

Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area: US 250th Convening
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
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The Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area will be hosting another US 250^th Convening. Join us for planning discussions and updates from Carroll, Frederick, and Washington Counties. Please come ready to share a brief update of plans for your organization or community. 

For registration and more details, go to https://events.humanitix.com/hcwha-250th-convening-dlk6bpby.

Line Dancing with Lori
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for an evening of fun and fitness in this beginner's line dancing class. We suggest bringing water and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing for the class. 

Westminster Book Club: A Dog's Courage
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is A Dog's Courage by W. Bruce Cameron. Books will be available for pickup at CCPL's Westminster Branch.

Nintendo Afternoon
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us in our Young Adult Area for gaming on our Nintendo Switch. Bring your friends and take turns playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games will be provided. 

Chess at the Library
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 7 - Adults
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Are you a chess champion or want to learn? Show off your best moves against other chess players! Experienced and novice chess players are welcome.

Introduction to Arduino
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
Registration and more information
Microcontrollers are everywhere and are often the unseen heroes of our modern world. From coffee makers to elevators, and even the television remote control, microcontrollers can be programmed to fulfill various simple tasks. The Arduino platform makes working with microcontrollers easy, fun, and offers a way to get started in electronics. Join us for a workshop where we'll explore various beginner Arduino projects using components from the Arduino education kits available for use in the makerspace.

Kids Bake: Focaccia Bread Art
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12
Registration and more information
Create your own fanciful bread art using fresh focaccia dough, veggies, and herbs.

Please only register for one of the four classes.  Duplicates will be cancelled.

Mid-Week Movie and Munch: Wicked
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join us for an evening of movie magic and a snack. We will be watching Wicked; the film is rated PG.

Please bring your own bottle of water to enjoy with our salty popcorn.

Note: This week's film as a special start time — 5 PM.

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.

Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show
North Carroll Branch
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!

Summer Reads: Dan Fesperman
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Dan Fesperman served as a foreign correspondent for The Baltimore Sun, based in Berlin. His coverage of the siege of Sarajevo led to his debut novel, Lie in the Dark, which won Britain’s John Creasey Memorial Dagger Award for best first crime novel. Subsequent books have won the Ian Fleming Steel Dagger Award for best thriller, the Hammett Prize from the International Association of Crime Writers, the Barry Award for best thriller, and selection by USA Today as the year’s best mystery/thriller novel. He lives near Baltimore. With his latest work, Pariah, Dan Fesperman has crafted an adrenaline-fueled thriller about a disgraced comedian-turned-politician who takes on the role of a lifetime: infiltrating a corrupt Eastern European country to spy on their brutal dictator. Books will be available for purchase and signing.  

Presented by Carroll County Public Library and Park Books on Main. 

Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!

Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least 5 of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!

Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 9:30am - 10:30am
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
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
More information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:30am
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. 

Family Storytime
North Carroll Branch
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. 

Family Storytime
Taneytown Branch
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. 

Spanish Language Practice Circle
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 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.

North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, July 24, 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.

Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 10:30am - 11:30am
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. 

Car Seat Safety Event
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 10:30am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Child car safety seats can be very challenging and confusing to install. The Carroll County Health Department will perform car seat safety checks and assist families to ensure they use child seats correctly. 

Appointments are suggested but not required. Call 410-876-4448 to schedule an appointment.

Family Storytime
Westminster Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 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. 

Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
More information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.

Thanks to a Caring and Sharing Ministries sponsorship, adult lunches will also be provided at no charge. Adults may pick up a meal to go, but to comply with Federal regulations, children must eat at the library.

Chopped Crafts
North Carroll Branch
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.

Tiny Library Treasures (Eldersburg)
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Tiny thoughts lead to big ideas! Paint a mini canvas and create tiny art masterpieces to display in the library. Participants may paint their canvas in the library or take a kit home. Canvases will be available while supplies last. You can earn up to 2 service hours for doing this project, and must be at least 12 to earn service hours.

Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Reversible Drawstring Bag (Class 8)
Exploration Commons
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn how to sew a channel into a full-lined reversible bag and insert a drawstring that will close the bag. Learn to apply a coordinate bias binding to finish one side of the bag to create two different looks for your reversible bag. 

Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification

Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided.

About Beginner Sewing Level 1: these classes introduce new or less experienced sewists to beginning sewing information and resources with hands-on practice.

Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes introduce and practice the following skills:

• basis sewing tools
• cutting, measuring, and marking fabric
• pressing with an iron
• basting and sewing

You can take Level 1 classes in any order, but beginners will benefit most by taking the first three classes, Class 1, 2, and 3, in sequence.

Carroll 250 - Cooking Maryland’s Way: Voices of a Diverse Cuisine
Exploration Commons
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
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Tickets cost $40 and include the author talk, a signed copy of Cooking Maryland’s Way: Voices of a Diverse Cuisine, and a recipe demonstration.

Join food historian, author, and historical faux food artist Joyce White in the Teaching Kitchen for an informative evening reflecting on the chief cultural influences of Maryland's early foundational cuisine. Joyce will share her research on both foods and their methods of preparation as she demos traditional recipes for Hominy Patties and Beaten Biscuits. Seating is limited to 36 participants.  

This program is part of the Carroll 250 Speaker Series celebrating the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the 1776 United States Declaration of Independence.

Friends Summer Book Swap Social
Offsite
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
In partnership with Carroll County Public Library, we invite current Friends of CCPL and prospective Friends to join us for an evening to celebrate reading and share the joy of books with others.

Come out and meet members of the Friends, visit our table of books for bring-a-book-take-a-book, and engage in conversation about your favorite books and why you love your library!

Advance registration is recommended but not required. No purchase is required; however, if you choose to dine at The Greene Turtle, they will donate 20% of the sales from the day to Carroll County Public Library through their Funds for Friends program!

Please download and present the attached Funds for Friends coupon to your server when dining on July 24 to activate the donation.

Color Your Calm: Relax with Watercolor
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Celebrate World Watercolor Month with this stress-relieving, beginner-friendly art program. We'll start with some doodles and then fill in with watercolor paints, exercising creativity to bring both beauty and calm to our minds.

Crazy for Crafting
North Carroll Branch
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.

Open Mah Jongg
Westminster Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided.

Pajama Party Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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.

Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown Branch
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!

Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least 5 of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!

English Language Practice Group
Taneytown Branch
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 9:00am - 10:00am
Ages: Adults
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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.  

Color Our World™ Obstacle Course
Westminster Branch
Friday, July 25, 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.

Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Friday, July 25, 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.

Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults
Registration and more information
Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor. Meditation exercises will be incorporated into the practice. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a blanket, yoga mat, and a strap (or belt or towel).

Cooking with Tofu
Exploration Commons
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
Registration and more information
Learn how to cook delicious tofu dishes in this hands-on class. We’ll explore simple techniques for making tofu taste great and talk about the nutritional benefits of soy. This class is perfect for anyone curious about adding more plant-based protein to their meals.

Mirabelle Puppet Show
Finksburg Branch
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 12
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Author Michael Muller will be doing a Mirabelle puppet show and reading a Mirabelle book. He will be signing books at this event.

Lunchtime Performances: Pet Names
Westminster Branch
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Join us for our Summer Lunchtime Performance series and kick off Westminster Pride featuring Pet Names.

Pet Names is a Maryland-based duo that’s folk rock in the studio, and rock folk on the stage. Partners in both music and in life, Camila (guitar) and Maggie (bass) co-write all of their original music, drawing inspiration across decades and genres. Their sound is rooted in rich vocal harmonies and lively instrumentals, with lyrics ranging from thoughtful to tongue-in-cheek.

In partnership with Fine Tuned Presents.

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)
Taneytown Branch
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
More information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.

Thanks to a Caring and Sharing Ministries sponsorship, adult lunches will also be provided at no charge. Adults may pick up a meal to go, but to comply with Federal regulations, children must eat at the library.

Mini Musicians
North Carroll Branch
Friday, July 25, 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!

Protecting the Jewels of the Night - Our Fireflies!
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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They light up our summer evenings and create a sense of wonder and awe. Join Laura O'Callaghan, Xerces Society Ambassador, as she explores the world of fireflies, their life histories, threats, and simple actions you can take to help conserve them. The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation is an international nonprofit organization that protects the natural world through the conservation of invertebrates and their habitats. While the program is designed for teens and adults, younger children are welcome.

Beach Slime
Taneytown Branch
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 8 - 18
Registration and more information
Create a summer-inspired, beachy slime.

Tiny Library Treasures (Finksburg)
Finksburg Branch
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
More information
Tiny thoughts lead to big ideas! Paint a mini canvas and create tiny art masterpieces to display in the library. Participants may paint their canvas in the library or take a kit home. Canvases will be available while supplies last. You can earn up to 2 service hours for doing this project, and must be at least 12 to earn service hours.

Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!

Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least 5 of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!

Volunteer Opportunity at the Finksburg Branch Garden
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 9:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 14 - 17
Registration and more information
Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you! We are looking for students ages 14–17 to assist our local master gardeners with the maintenance of the Finksburg Branch Garden. Please dress appropriately, wear sunscreen, and bring water. Garden clean-up days are weather-dependent. 

Saturday Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:30am
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. 

Saturday Adventures
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
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Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing--there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!

Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 10:30am - 11:15am
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!

A Children's Guide to Ballet
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 5 - Adults
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From the origins of ballet, theater, and mime, through the classical era of princesses and tutus, to the contemporary field of ballet that is popular today, Carroll County's Ballet Embody demonstrates the many facets of this art form! This interactive performance includes a Q&A about the life of a ballerina. 

The Great Puzzle Race
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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How fast can you puzzle? Come with a group or be grouped with other players as we find out who can put a 500-piece puzzle together the fastest! Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

Summer Paint Party
Westminster Branch
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
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Join us for an afternoon of painting at the library. Please wear old clothes or bring an apron. All supplies will be provided. 

Dubai Chocolate Bars - Rescheduled
Exploration Commons
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Rescheduled from 7/12.  If previously registered, please confirm your registration or cancellation.  Attendees will be paired together to make a batch of the viral Dubai Chocolate Bars. These chocolate bars are filled with a mixture of crispy kataifi, pistachio cream, and tahini. 

Read with a Furry Friend
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - 17
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Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog from My Caring Paws. Research shows that reading to animals can boost children's reading skills and help with emotional and social skills. Struggling readers are encouraged to participate.

Lippan Art
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Lippan art is a traditional Indian mixed media artwork done using mud and mirrors. It is native to the state of Gujarat in northern India. It is done using materials locally available in the region, like a mixture of clay and mirrors. This mud work has gathered attention and appreciation over the years, and it is now quite common in urban households as well.

In this class, you will learn to create Lippan art on canvas using air-dry clay and mirrors with mixed media artist Durga Ekambaram.  All supplies will be provided.

Robot Coding with Pepper
Exploration Commons
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
Registration and more information
Code with Pepper, CCPL's social humanoid robot! Program Pepper to strike up a conversation using the drag-and-drop interface, Choregraphe. No previous coding experience is required. Pepper was funded by a Library Services and Technology Act Grant from the Maryland State Library and Institute of Museum and Library Services. 

Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!

Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least 5 of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!

Mix & Mingle Mondays
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
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Looking to make new friends and create meaningful social experiences for your little one? Join our playgroup—a dedicated time and space for fun and connection! While the kids play and explore, the grown-ups can relax and socialize.

Family Storytime
Westminster Branch
Monday, July 28, 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. 

Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show
Finksburg Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
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!

Meet and Greet a Miniature Horse
Taneytown Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
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Join the fun as we meet a miniature horse from Full Moon Farms. This outdoor program is a great chance to meet and touch a miniature horse. Bring your family and friends—and your camera—and share this special event. In the event of severe weather, the program will be cancelled.

Radical Reptiles
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
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Nicole Osborne presents an exciting line-up of exotic reptiles in this interactive program, with a chance to hold/touch the reptiles! Learn about reptile care, fun facts, and more! 

Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Monday, July 28, 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.

Move and Learn
North Carroll Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
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A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.

Next Steps with Onshape
Exploration Commons
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 11:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Welcome to the world of 3D modeling and design. In this class, we will review the computer-aided design (CAD) software Onshape by diving into the fundamentals and techniques to make a claw assembly. It is recommended that you have taken an Introduction to Onshape and 3D Printing class or are familiar with Onshape before taking this class.

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)
Taneytown Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.

Thanks to a Caring and Sharing Ministries sponsorship, adult lunches will also be provided at no charge. Adults may pick up a meal to go, but to comply with Federal regulations, children must eat at the library.

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.

Harry Potter: The Care and Feeding of Magical Creatures
North Carroll Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
If you like the magical world of Harry Potter, then join us to create a Pygmy Puff, a Monster Book of Monsters, and more. Muggles are welcome.

Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Kids
Taneytown Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 6 - 11
Registration and more information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for kids, so join us to show you're the best player your age in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!

Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens
Taneytown Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for teens, so join us to show you're the best player in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!

Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board
Westminster Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Registration and more information
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.

Gentle Yoga
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Gentle Yoga is a slower-paced, calming style of yoga that focuses on relaxation, ease of movement, and mindfulness. Class will include basic postures, gentle stretching and exploration of the breath and body connection. Students are encouraged to bring a yoga mat if they have one and wear comfortable clothing. Studio mats will be available if a person does not have one. The class will also occur on August 25.

Monday Makers
Taneytown Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 11 - Adults
Registration and more information
Join us to make something new and creative. Instructions will be limited so you can experiment with the materials provided.

Quick Dinner Series: Pork Katsu
Exploration Commons
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
We will make a pork katsu bento box dinner, including fried pork katsu, fluffy white rice, and crisp cucumber sunomono salad. 

North Carroll Book Discussion Group: Real Americans
North Carroll Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is Real Americans by Rachel Khong.

Adventures in Backyard Beekeeping
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
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Learn about bees from an experienced backyard beekeeper. Topics will include basic beekeeping, bee facts, honey making, and environmental issues affecting bees. The presenter will use a real hive (no bees) to show the inner workings of a bee colony and will demonstrate the use of beekeeper clothes and tools. Questions are welcome throughout the presentation.

Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!

Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least 5 of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!

Infant Lapsit Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
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Infants and young babies who are crawlers/pre-walkers and their caregivers are invited to this laid-back, gentle program to enjoy nursery rhymes and stories together as we start baby's love of reading and begin to build literacy skills, all from the comfort of their favorite grownup's lap.

Is your little one starting to walk and is more wiggly and active? Check out our Read and Play programs Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Thursdays at 9:30 AM! 

Sewing Skills: Foundation Piecing Techniques
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Learn the basics of quilting techniques, like String, Strip, and Crazy Quilting, in foundation piecing to create unique fabrics to use in your projects. Foundation fabrics will be provided along with scrap pieces. 

Students are invited to bring their own scrap fabrics as well.

Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification

Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided. Attendees may bring some scrap fabrics to class too.

Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
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.

Read and Play
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:30am
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.

Read and Play
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 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.

Create, Explore, and More: Sphero BOLT Bonanza
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 8 - 13
Registration and more information
We will be breaking out the mini remote controlled Sphero robots. We will be doing programming with them as well as running them through races and obstacle courses.

Hybrid Embroidery Machine Certification
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
This program is for those completing the final step of our online embroidery machine certification training. You must complete the online training and pass the quiz before registering. Registrations from individuals who have not completed the online training will be cancelled. 

Here is a link to our certification page where you can take the online training for the embroidery machine:
https://explorationcommons.carr.org/makerspace/equipment-trainings.asp

If the class is full or doesn't meet your schedule, you may still schedule your in-person practical session via the form on our equipment training page. These sessions are offered to make scheduling easier for some participants.

Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 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.

Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: All 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

Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 10:30am - 11:30am
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
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Twos and Threes Together
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
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This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Twos and Threes Together
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 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.

Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 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.

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
More information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.

Thanks to a Caring and Sharing Ministries sponsorship, adult lunches will also be provided at no charge. Adults may pick up a meal to go, but to comply with Federal regulations, children must eat at the library.

Diverse Voices Book Club: Maus
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for a monthly book discussion focusing on a diverse author's work. Each month, we will select a young adult or adult title written by an author from a diverse background so we can learn from others' perspectives. Our July selection is the graphic novel Maus by Art Spiegelman. Attendees are welcome to attend in person at CCPL's Westminster Branch or virtually through Zoom.

Intro to 3D Printing with Resin
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
Registration and more information
Explore the exciting world of resin 3D printing! This method is perfect for smaller models and high-detail designs. Participants will learn the difference between resin and filament printing, as well as key design considerations and best practices.

Cook Together: Pokémon Kitchen Quest
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
Registration and more information
In this hands-on class, participants will create Pokémon-themed snacks inspired by favorite characters. 
This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:

• At least one child aged 6–12
• At least one adult
• The remaining two spots in the group may be filled by additional participants aged 6 or older, or left unfilled.

Drop-In Diamond Painting
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary!

North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 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.

Color Your World with Music from Vince Vigliotti
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Color your evening with a trip down a musical memory lane through an assortment of decades and styles. Listen to local artist Vince Vigliotti, a rock band guitarist from the '60s and '70s, tell a little of his story, sing, and play his guitar and ukulele. Turn the clock back and enjoy a laid-back summer evening concert for all.

Mount Airy Teen Advisory Board
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
More information
Calling all teens with a love of the library! Earn service hours while making friends, beautifying the library, and planning programs!

If this is your first time joining us, please print and complete a copy of the volunteer application.

Pajama Party Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Birth - 8
More 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.

Raise a Puppy, Change a Life!
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Join us for an engaging evening with Guiding Eyes for the Blind to learn how you can raise a future guide dog and help someone living with vision loss gain greater independence and confidence. At this event, you will meet adorable pups, chat with current puppy raisers, hear from a guide dog handler about the life-changing impact, and learn about the mission and support offered by Guiding Eyes (https://www.guidingeyes.org/).

Pajama Party Storytime
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
More 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.

Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!

Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least 5 of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!

Writing Group
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 9:15am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Writers of all levels and genres are invited to join our weekly writing group. It is a flexible, drop-in, stay-as-long-as-you-like environment. The primary goal is to dedicate quiet time away from the daily chaos to make consistent progress on your novel or children's book. Bring your current project to work on during this time. At 10 AM, we will brainstorm, critique, and share knowledge about upcoming events and the book publishing industry. You are welcome to share a short piece of writing during this time for critique.

Move & Groove Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.

Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)!
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
More information
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.

Family Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
More 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. 

Creating with Cardboard
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 6 - 11
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CAUTION: Cardboard Construction Zone! We'll build moving vehicles, houses, monsters, masks…whatever we want! We've got the tools, you bring your creativity. 

Family Storytime
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 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. 

Read and Play
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 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.

Read and Play
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 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.

Mount Airy Knitters
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
More information
Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.

Move & Groove Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.

Ready, Set, School!
Finksburg Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
More information
An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.

Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 2 - 3
More information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
More information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.

Thanks to a Caring and Sharing Ministries sponsorship, adult lunches will also be provided at no charge. Adults may pick up a meal to go, but to comply with Federal regulations, children must eat at the library.

ServSafe® Food Handler Course
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults
Registration and more information
The ServSafe^® Food Handler course, taught by a Certified ServSafe® Instructor, provides basic food safety knowledge. This two-and-a-half-hour class covers five key areas: Basic Food Safety, Personal Hygiene, Cross Contamination and Allergens, Time and Temperature, and Cleaning and Sanitizing. At the end of the class, participants will take the online certification exam and will receive a certificate after passing it (in about one week).

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Messy Art
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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What are we making? Whatever you want, and it's going to be beautiful! And messy! Make sure to wear clothes you don't mind getting messy.

Brazilian Street Food: Coxinha
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
This hands-on experience will take you deep into the world of coxinha, Brazil’s ultimate street food snack. From making the perfect golden crust to stuffing it with a creamy chicken filling, you'll try every step of the process. And the best part? You get to make your own and enjoy every crispy, savory bite!

ASL Practice Club
Mount Airy Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 5 - Adults
More information
Join us for our ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Club! We will have conversational games and prompts to help keep your skills up. All fluency levels are welcome!

Open Chess
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: All Ages
More information
Are you a chess expert or learning to play? Drop in to show your skills with other chess players! Chess players of all levels are welcome.

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
More information
Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.

Mid-Week Movie and Munch: Moana 2
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: All Ages
More information
Join us for an evening of movie magic and a snack. We will be watching Moana 2; the film is rated PG.

Please bring your own bottle of water to enjoy with our salty popcorn.

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

Starlight Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: 2 - 5
More information
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and enjoy a cozy evening of stories and songs. Perfect for families with young children. 

Scavenger Hunt with Corky!
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 12:00am - 12:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!

Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a picture with Corky in at least 5 of those spots. Bring photographic proof back to the library and be entered to win a prize!

Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 9:30am - 10:30am
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
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 9:45am - 10:30am
Ages: 2 - 3
More information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Family Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
More 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. 

Family Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
More 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. 

Radical Reptiles
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
More information
Nicole Osborne presents an exciting line-up of exotic reptiles in this interactive program, with a chance to hold/touch the reptiles! Learn about reptile care, fun facts, and more! 

Spanish Language Practice Circle
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Adults
More information
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.

Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 3
More information
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

North Carroll Writers Group
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, July 31, 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.

Family Storytime
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
More 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. 

Family Storytime
Westminster Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
More 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. 

Read and Play
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.

Radical Reptiles: Sensory Friendly
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: All Ages
More information
This program is designed for people of all abilities, along with support staff, in a more sensory-friendly environment.

Nicole Osborne presents an exciting line-up of exotic reptiles in this interactive program, with a chance to hold/touch the reptiles! Learn about reptile care, fun facts, and more! 

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
More information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.

Thanks to a Caring and Sharing Ministries sponsorship, adult lunches will also be provided at no charge. Adults may pick up a meal to go, but to comply with Federal regulations, children must eat at the library.

Understanding 3D Models: What Can I 3D Print?
Exploration Commons
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
In this class, we will review the basics of what to look out for in 3D models that you would like to have 3D printed. We will review several models using the 3D modeling software Tinkercad and the 3D printer software PrusaSlicer.

Mount Airy Senior Book Discussion Group: The Personal Librarian
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
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This month's selection is The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray.

Are You Smarter Than a Librarian?
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
Bring your trivia knowledge and see if you can beat our team of library staff in a teens vs. librarians trivia contest! Find out which team will "Dewey decimate" the competition!

Nintendo Afternoon
Westminster Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us in our Young Adult Area for gaming on our Nintendo Switch. Bring your friends and take turns playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games will be provided. 

Custom Engraved Leatherette Journals
Exploration Commons
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
In this beginner-friendly class, we will utilize our laser engravers to mark a custom design of your own onto a custom leatherette journal! Color variations of the journals are highly limited and will be given out on a first come, first served basis. 

The longer class time is necessary for this program to give ample time for design alterations and customization. 

Westminster Branch Chess Club
Westminster Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults
Registration and more information
Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor. All pawns, bishops, knights, rooks, queens, and kings are welcome! Our club sessions consist of 30 minutes of instruction and one hour of open play. Boards and pieces will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own set(s) from home.

Pajama Party Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Birth - 8
More 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.

Happy Campers: An Evening Storytime
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: Birth - 8
Registration and more information
We'll celebrate the joy of camping through stories, songs, and activities.

Gentle Yoga
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults
Registration and more information
This gentle yoga class allows students of various abilities and physical conditions to develop their yoga practice comfortably. Yoga has many appealing aspects, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, stress, and pain relief. No experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing; bring a mat and a blanket.

English Language Practice Group
Taneytown Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 9:00am - 10:00am
Ages: Adults
More 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.  

Play Baby Play
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 24 Months
More information
You’re invited to a morning playgroup just for little ones! Come enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play with our toys, practice gross motor skills on our baby obstacle course, enjoy music, and socialize with others.

Radical Reptiles
Finksburg Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: All Ages
Registration and more information
Nicole Osborne presents an exciting line-up of exotic reptiles in this interactive program, with a chance to hold/touch the reptiles! Learn about reptile care, fun facts, and more! 

Read and Play
North Carroll Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 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.

Read with a Furry Friend: Adaptive Program for Adults
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults
More information
Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will be here to enjoy a meet-and-greet with new adult friends!

Spanish Language Practice Circle
Taneytown Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: Adults
More information
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.

Spider-Man Day 2025
Westminster Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 11:00am - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Celebrate Spider-Man's 1962 debut with comic book giveaways, a Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse movie screening, and more! Embrace your inner wall-crawler and wear your best spider-verse costume! The movie is rated PG. Comic books provided in collaboration with Gotham Comics.

Lunchtime Performances: Sunday Night Big Band
Westminster Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
More information
Join us for our Summer Lunchtime Performance series featuring big band jazz with Sunday Night Big Band!

Sunday Night Big Band will entertain you with instrumental and vocal music in the style that became popular in the 1940s and remains a favorite today. The instrumental harmonies and familiar vocal charts from artists like Sinatra, Basie, and Miller are enjoyable to fans of all ages. The band has been based in Westminster since 2014 and performs in many local venues.

In partnership with Fine Tuned Presents.

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)
Taneytown Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
More information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM. In addition to our computers and Play & Learn Center, we will feature many programs before and after lunch. Join us for food and fun on weekdays this summer.

Thanks to a Caring and Sharing Ministries sponsorship, adult lunches will also be provided at no charge. Adults may pick up a meal to go, but to comply with Federal regulations, children must eat at the library.

American Red Cross Blood Drive
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
More information
Give blood and save a life. Set up an appointment or drop-in.

Mini Musicians
North Carroll Branch
Friday, August 1, 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!

Book Chat
Taneytown Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: Adults
More information
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!

Finger Knitting Fun
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
More information
Kids, grab some yarn and get ready for hands-on creativity. All materials will be provided.

Create a Workshop Apron
Exploration Commons
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults
Registration and more information
Makers! We will work on sewing machines to create a workshop apron with pouches and loops designed for makers. Sewing certification required to attend.

Writer's Circle
Taneytown Branch
Friday, August 1, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
More information
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!

Saturday Storytime
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages: Birth - 8
More 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. 

Real Estate Talk with Hanna: Downsizing & Senior Living
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for an insightful series of real estate seminars led by Hanna Perez, an experienced real estate professional. These seminars are designed to cater to a diverse audience, including first-time homebuyers, seasoned sellers, and seniors looking to navigate their real estate options. Each seminar will feature a Q&A session, allowing participants to ask specific questions and gain personalized advice.

In this seminar, participants will learn about downsizing options and transitioning to retirement communities or assisted living. Explore the unique challenges and considerations for seniors in real estate transactions, and discover resources available for seniors to make informed decisions regarding their real estate needs. 

Saturday Adventures
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Birth - 8
More information
Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing--there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!

Summer Puzzle Race
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
Registration and more information
Do you love to do jigsaw puzzles? Form a team of up to four 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.

History of Rock 'n' Roll
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 5 - Adults
Registration and more information
Join guest speaker Paul Ruehs, a local history adjunct instructor, as he takes us through the musical genre that we call rock and roll. We’ll explore its inception in the late '40s and '50s and learn what rock and roll is, and how it differs from pop and other musical genres. We’ll also learn about the men, women, and organizations who helped found the genre. Then we'll discuss how musical influences from the '60s and '70s affected rock and roll. Finally, we’ll look at how this popular music has changed over the decades. Registration is recommended, but not required.

Dungeons and Dragons Club
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 11 - 18
Registration and more information
Welcome adventurers! Join our table as we embark on a fun-filled campaign! Our game is friendly to both new and returning players. Our characters are currently level 1. We will have a number of pre-made character sheets for you to make your own!

Dungeons & Dragons is a trademark of Wizards of the Coast LLC in the United States and other countries. © 2015 Wizards. All Rights Reserved

Cooking Basics: Pasta Making
Exploration Commons
Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults
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Learn to make fresh pasta from scratch in this hands-on class! You'll mix, knead, roll, and cut dough while practicing making classic shapes like fettuccine.

Ink-credible Prints!
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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Come learn a fun and easy way to create relief printmaking art! We'll be using Styrofoam (and even a potato or two!) to carve and print our own colorful summer art. You can even make multiple prints of one design! Wear clothes you don't mind getting paint on or a smock and join us for an afternoon of color fun!

Monthly Tarot Meetup
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Tarot enthusiasts meet monthly on first Saturdays. Each meeting begins with a lesson to guide participants towards enriching their knowledge of tarot. We'll spend the second half of the meeting in exploration of spreads and by reading for fellow participants. Glenda Walsh Crouse, a tarot teacher/reader of 20 years, will lead the meetings.

*This program is designed for entertainment purposes only.*