Currently Registering Programs

Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, December 26, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 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).

Creating Jewelry with Makerspace Technology
Exploration Commons
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Learn about the types of jewelry you can make with our makerspace technology. We will review the available equipment, selecting appropriate materials, and setting up design files for success. Using Adobe Illustrator and the Epilog Fusion Pro Laser, participants will make either a pair of earrings or a necklace to take home. This is an introductory-level program; no previous experience with design software or laser cutting (or certification) is required. 

Open Sewing Studio (Bring Your Own Sewing Machine)
Exploration Commons
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program. All skill levels are welcome. You must bring your own sewing supplies and tools.

Note: This is not an instructional class; no materials will be provided.

This registration is for individuals bringing their own sewing machine. You must have a working knowledge of how to thread and operate your machine to register.

If you want to reserve a sewing machine, please register for the other version of this program.

Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine)
Exploration Commons
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program. All skill levels are welcome. You must bring your own sewing supplies and tools.

Note: This is not an instructional class; no materials will be provided.

This registration will reserve a sewing machine for use. You must be certified for independent use to register for this program. 

If you want to bring your own sewing machine, please register for the other version of this program.

Bake Together: Soft Pretzels
Exploration Commons
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:45pm
Ages: 6 - 18
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Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them.  

This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:

• At least one child aged 6–18
• At least one adult
• The remaining two spots in the group may be filled by additional participants aged 6 or older or left unfilled. 

Learn to Solder
Exploration Commons
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Soldering is fun and fundamental to a wide assortment of maker electronic projects and modern technology. From simple light-up LEDs to complex robots, solder is the glue that holds the technological world together. Join us for a hands-on project where you will assemble and solder your very own simple circuit.

Laser Engraved Cork Trivet
Exploration Commons
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
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Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator and design for the laser engraver while we create a design for a cork trivet. Participants will then get to see their trivet being engraved. Great for gifts!

This class does not result in independent laser use certification. 

Sweet & Salty Holiday Snacks
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, December 23, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
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In this hands-on class, participants will make two festive favorites: spiced bar nuts and peppermint bark. Both are simple, delicious, and perfect for gifting—or keeping all to yourself!

Laser Cutting Refresher
Exploration Commons
Saturday, December 27, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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If it's been a while since you passed your Exploration Commons laser certification and you could use a refresher on the process, this class is for you! Get a reintroduction to the basics of using our Epilog Fusion Pro and Edge lasers.  

This class is for customers who have already been certified for Exploration Commons independent laser use. This class does not result in independent laser cutter use certification.

Previous Exploration Commons Laser Certification is required.

Oh, Fudge!
Exploration Commons
Monday, December 29, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Join guest instructor Polly O'Hair to make a pan of traditional old-fashioned cooked chocolate fudge.

Laser Engraved Tumblers
Exploration Commons
Monday, December 29, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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In this class, we will be engraving a tumbler using Adobe Illustrator to create a simple design with text and graphics. Previous laser design experience is helpful but not required. This class does not result in independent laser cutter use certification. You may bring custom images with you, preferably on a thumb drive, if you already have an idea in mind.

Bake Together: Soft Pretzels
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:15pm
Ages: 6 - 18
Registration and more information
Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them.  

This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:

• At least one child aged 6–18
• At least one adult
• The remaining two spots in the group may be filled by additional participants aged 6 or older or left unfilled.  

Intro to Adobe Illustrator
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Learn the basic features of Adobe Illustrator. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and explore the program through hands-on instruction. No experience is required.

PAWS to Read
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
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Come to the library to visit with or read to a book-loving therapy animal. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Adults and seniors can also come to de-stress and relax with a fuzzy friend. Registration is optional; walk-ins are welcome!

Reading with a Ballerina: The Nutcracker
Finksburg Branch
Monday, December 29, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 3 - 12
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Join Contempic School of Ballet for Reading with a Ballerina hosted by the beloved Sugar Plum Fairy from the holiday ballet classic The Nutcracker. Children will enjoy storytime and an excerpt performance from Contempic School of Ballet’s Nutcracker Tea Party. 

Crafty Café: Earring Extravaganza
Finksburg Branch
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Come craft with us! Learn some techniques for making your own adornments, or feel free to design your own. 

Dungeons and Dragons Club
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 11 - 18
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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

Who's in Your Backyard?
Mount Airy Branch
Monday, December 29, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 11
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Come and have some fun as we discover the wonders of the animals, birds, and insects that spend the cold months in our backyards. Where do they go? How do they stay warm? Do they sleep through the winter? We will play some games and find out what we can do to help those that spend the winter with us.

3D Printer Basics
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, January 2, 2026 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 6 - 17
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Learn the basics of creating a 3D image in Tinkercad, then design a project that we’ll print out just for you!

Dungeons & Dragons Winter Adventure
North Carroll Branch
Monday, December 29, 2025 - 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Welcome, adventurers! Join our table as we embark on a fun-filled, winter-themed campaign! Our game is friendly to both new and returning players. 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.

Winter STEM Challenge
North Carroll Branch
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 8 - 13
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Join us as we design and create a fort, a lookout tower, a snowball shooter, and more.

Yoga and Pranayama for Stress Relief
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: Adults
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This program includes a gentle yoga practice, pranayama (breath exercises), and meditation to allow you to let go of tension, relax, and relieve stress. Breathing techniques and physical postures will be practiced that can be utilized off your mat and outside this class to enable you to manage stress and pressure in various settings in your life. 

The program will be accessible for individuals of varying physical ability and yoga experience and can be modified to a chair for those with limited mobility. Participants will need to bring their own yoga mat or towel to practice on.

Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Kids
Taneytown Branch
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 11
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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
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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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!

Monday Makers
Taneytown Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
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Join us to make something new and creative. Instructions will be limited so you can experiment with the materials provided.

Mario Kart World Tournament for Kids
Taneytown Branch
Monday, December 29, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 6 - 11
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CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a kids' tournament for Mario Kart World on the Switch 2, so join us to show you're the best player your age in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!

Mario Kart World Tournament for Teens
Taneytown Branch
Monday, December 29, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Registration and more information
CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a teens' tournament for Mario Kart World on the Switch 2, so join us to show you're the best player your age in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!

New Year's at Noon
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 2 - 12
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Can't stay awake until the midnight celebrations? Then get ready for your New Year's celebration with us! We'll have crafts, games, and a practice countdown at noon!

Gingerbread Joy
Taneytown Branch
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 7 - 17
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Spread some joy with gingerbread as we make new friends from other generations! Residents from Lorien Assisted Living will visit the library and be paired with student participants to create gingerbread house masterpieces as they get to know their new friends. 

ABCs & 123s: Winter
Taneytown Branch
Friday, January 2, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 6
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Join the fun as we explore letters and numbers. We’ll offer lots of engaging, hands-on activities to make learning fun!

Teen After Hours Movie Night: The Polar Express
Westminster Branch
Friday, December 19, 2025 - 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
Join the Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board as we get in the holiday spirit with a showing of The Polar Express movie! Snacks will be provided. The Polar Express is rated G. 

Registration and permission slips are required for this after-hours event; download a copy or pick one up at the Westminster Branch's Customer Service Desk.

Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board
Westminster Branch
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too! Participants can join us in person or log in virtually through Zoom by registering.

Banking Basics & Budgeting for Teens
Westminster Branch
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 12 - 18
Registration and more information
Join us for a presentation and Q&A session with presenters from M&T Bank, specifically designed for teens to learn about banking basics and budgeting. 

There are currently no events requiring registration at this location.

There are currently no events requiring registration at this location.