Currently Registering Programs

Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, January 30, 2026 - 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).

Little Adventures: Brrr...Snow & Ice
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, January 30, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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Join us for a hands-on storytime where preschoolers explore STEM concepts with a special focus on nature. Each session features a themed story and guided activities. Children and their caregivers will engage with natural and craft materials as they play, create, and discover.

Line Dancing with Lori
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages: Adults
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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. 

Gentle Yoga
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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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 and bring a mat and a blanket.

Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 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).

Painted Valentine's Day Glass
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Toast to love with a personal touch! Create your own hand-painted Valentine’s Day glass to make a sweet gift for someone special. 

Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, February 9, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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).

Romance Novel Bingo
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, February 12, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Back by popular demand! Celebrate Valentine's Day with a fun and hilarious night of bingo with a romance genre twist! Prizes will be awarded.

Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Small Messenger Bag (Class 7)
Exploration Commons
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn to sew a gusset into a bag with rounded corners. Practice how to sew and insert a cross-body handle into the 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:

• basic 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.

Demo: Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup
Exploration Commons
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
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Get ready for a bowl full of comfort! In this fun demonstration class, watch us simmer, stir, and sprinkle our way to the ultimate Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup—loaded with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and silky creaminess. It’s cozy, hearty, and totally delicious. 

Intro to 3D Printing and Design with Tinkercad
Exploration Commons
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Learn the basics of using Tinkercad to design for 3D printing! We'll walk through basic 3D design using Tinkercad software and create a simple project to be 3D printed. No previous design experience is necessary!

Introduction to Autodesk Fusion
Exploration Commons
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Welcome to the world of 3D modeling and designing. In this introductory class, we will review the computer-aided design (CAD) software Autodesk Fusion by diving into the fundamentals and techniques for making a simple object.

Laser Skills: Print and Cut
Exploration Commons
Friday, January 30, 2026 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Learn how to print-and-cut with the Epilog Fusion Pro. We will explore how the Epilog's IRIS™ Camera Registration System works for extremely precise cutting and engraving. We will work in Adobe Illustrator to create a print-and-cut file that can be used with the Camera Registration System. Laser certification is required for all attendees. Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator is encouraged.

Group Bake: Soft Pretzels
Exploration Commons
Saturday, January 31, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:15pm
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.  

Each registration is for a table that seats up to 4 attendees. If a child ages 6-16 is attending, the group must include at least one adult. 

Making Customized Chocolate for Valentine's Day
Exploration Commons
Saturday, January 31, 2026 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Customize chocolates for yourself or your valentine in this two-session class! In session one, we'll create our designs in Fusion 360 and learn about the 3D printing process. In session two, we'll utilize our 3D prints and the makerspace's Vaquform machines to create custom molds. Then, we'll head to the teaching kitchen to learn how to mold chocolate and make our custom chocolates.

Cooking for Wellness: Tempeh Teriyaki
Exploration Commons
Monday, February 2, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
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It’s time to broaden your protein horizons for Heart Health Month. Research supports embracing plant-based proteins to support a healthy heart, and while tofu isn’t everyone's favorite texture, there are plenty of other whole food sources of plant protein. Tempeh is an excellent choice and the perfect pairing for a discussion on a heart-healthy diet. This class is provided through our partnership with Carroll Hospital.

Game Day Snacks with Smokin Roche's BBQ
Exploration Commons
Monday, February 2, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Get together for an evening in the kitchen with Brian Roche, owner of Smokin' Roche's BBQ, and make several delicious snacks everyone will enjoy while watching the Big Game.   

Laser-Cut Interlocking Boxes
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Learn how to design and cut interlocking boxes with custom dividers using the laser cutter. This hands-on class will cover the basics of box-making joints, divider layouts, and assembly techniques, giving you the skills to create sturdy, personalized storage solutions.

Laser-Engraved Tumblers
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 16 - 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.

Adobe Illustrator Skill Builder: Tools & Shortcuts
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Boost your speed and confidence in Adobe Illustrator with this hands-on class focused on essential tools and time-saving shortcuts. Gain a solid understanding of Illustrator features and keyboard shortcuts to help you create vector designs more efficiently. This class is ideal for those looking to streamline the design process for makerspace projects. Attendees should have a basic understanding of Illustrator and some experience creating independent projects.

Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Reversible Drawstring Bag (Class 8)
Exploration Commons
Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn how to sew a channel onto a fully lined bag and insert drawstrings that will close the bag. Learn about using different fabric combinations to add visual interest and how to use 'boxed bottom' techniques to create a sturdy base.

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:

• basic 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.

Valentine's Day Strawberry Jelly Roll
Exploration Commons
Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Bake a delicious sweet for your sweethearts. This strawberry roll cake is decorated with hearts, baked, and filled with strawberry jam.

Design an Augmented Reality Scavenger Hunt Game with Delightex
Exploration Commons
Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Augmented reality allows us to combine digital elements with real-world objects. Join us to learn how to create and code a simple augmented reality scavenger hunt. Using Delightex (formerly Cospaces Edu), we will walk through a facilitated project build you can share with family and friends. 

Intro to Adobe Illustrator
Exploration Commons
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 12 - 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.

Dragon's Beard Candy
Exploration Commons
Saturday, February 7, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Discover the art of making Dragon’s Beard Candy, a traditional Chinese street sweet known for its delicate strands of spun sugar filled with nuts and coconut. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the pulling techniques to make this delicious street food.

Beginner Cricut: Custom Valentine's Day Card
Exploration Commons
Monday, February 9, 2026 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Put your Cricut skills into practice or learn the basics of design with this beginner-friendly class. Explore numerous design techniques, tool options, and specialized materials available for custom card creation. Each attendee will design a custom Valentine's Day card to bring home.

Quick Dinner Series: Egg Roll in a Bowl
Exploration Commons
Monday, February 9, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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This chicken egg roll in a bowl is a 30-minute meal that blends plant and animal proteins with familiar flavors to create a colorful and energy-boosting dish. We'll enjoy our meal together in the teaching kitchen.

Making for Seniors: Introduction to 3D Printing and Design with Tinkercad
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating! Join us for a basic hands-on session where we'll create a simple 3D design project to be printed on Exploration Commons' 3D printers. Previous basic computer experience is required. No previous experience with 3D printing or design software is needed.

Edge-Lit Acrylic Signs: Valentine Edition
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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We're taking a twist on everyone's favorite edge-lit signs class! Choose from a selection of Valentine-themed cut-out designs for your acrylic sign. These bright and colorful projects are a way to display a message or add flair to your room, desk, or workspace. In this program, you’ll laser engrave Valentine-themed artwork of your choice onto a piece of clear acrylic and light it up with a provided multi-color LED light stand. 

Intro to Laser Cutting
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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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 250: Patriots Buried in Carroll County Cemeteries
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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class="xmsonormal">“Every man has two deaths, when he is buried in the ground and the last time someone says his name. In some ways men can be immortal.” – Ernest Hemingway

There are an estimated 60 Revolutionary War patriots buried in Carroll County across several cemeteries. Many of these are known, but many more are likely lost to history. It is important to remember our patriot ancestors. This talk will provide an overview of family cemeteries, church cemeteries, and town cemeteries located in the county and discuss patriots buried there. 

More importantly, as we approach America’s 250^th, there are cemeteries that are known to be lost or in danger of being lost. Preservation of these patriot ancestors' graves is an important part of our American heritage and a sacred duty to keep their memory alive.  

Presenters:

James Engler 

Mr. Engler is a member of the Westminster Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution. He has served in various roles in the SAR, including as president of both the Westminster Chapter and Maryland SAR, as well as Vice President General of SAR for the Mid-Atlantic District (Virginia, District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Delaware). 

John Laycock 

Mr. Laycock is a member of the Westminster Chapter of Sons of the American Revolution and a board member of the Historical Society of Carroll County.

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

 

Galentine's in the Kitchen
Exploration Commons
Thursday, February 12, 2026 - 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Bring your favorite gal pal for a Galentine's Day cooking class. Recipes will include Strawberry and Goat Cheese Crostini, Lobster Ravioli in Brown Butter Sauce, Waffles with Bourbon Barrel Maple Syrup, and Chocolate Covered Strawberries. This is a hands-on cooking class. One registration per group of two. Please list additional attendee names at the time of registration.

Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0)
Exploration Commons
Thursday, February 12, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.

If you've never touched a sewing machine or a sewing needle, or if it's been years since you've sewed, and you need a refresher on the basics, then this class is for you.

Prerequisite: None

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

Your Health, Your Voice: Healthcare Advocacy for Seniors & Caregivers
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Learn practical strategies for navigating the healthcare system, including how to prepare for appointments, communicate effectively with doctors, and use available resources to ensure health needs are met.

Groundhog Storytime
Finksburg Branch
Monday, February 2, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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Will the groundhog see their shadow? Will there be six more weeks of winter? Come learn about and listen to stories about groundhogs, sing songs, and make a craft.

World in Harmony Singing Workshop
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, February 7, 2026 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Explore the world’s rich and diverse musical heritage, and experience the thrill of joining other voices to create a World in Harmony. Whether you have always loved to sing or always wished you could, come and add your voice. Songs are taught in the oral tradition, through call and response. If you want to have a joyous time singing, moving, laughing, and learning, come experience a World in Harmony with choral director Elizabeth Melvin. 

Homeschooler Lunch and Learn: Author Study with Kwame Alexander, Andrea Pinkney, and Karyn Parsons
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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class="Paragraph SCXW91379083 BCX0" lang="EN-US">Join us for this exciting quarterly author series for homeschoolers! Created by professional educators with the non-profit One Word at a Time, Inc., this class will consist of lunch and a virtual livestream with Kwame Alexander. It includes a book talk with popular children's book authors, a brief writing lesson, and a live Q&A session. Special guest authors for February are award-winning authors Andrea Pinkney and Karyn Parsons. This series is recommended for children in first through seventh grades. Registrants must be present in the branch to access the presentation. 

Each child must be registered. Please bring a bagged lunch from home. Caregivers must attend with children who are 8 years old and under. Caregivers of older children are welcome to stay for the presentation as well. Educational materials will be emailed out to registrants before and after the program takes place. 

Tai Chi for Relaxation
Mount Airy Branch
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Tai Chi for Relaxation is terrific for adults of all fitness levels and abilities! Tai Chi Ch'uan has been practiced for fitness and health for hundreds of years. The slow, graceful movements and fluid natural postures can help improve balance, coordination, posture, breathing, and concentration. Your program is being taught by a local professional instructor. Wear comfortable, loose clothing. Registration is required. 

Mini Musicians
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Ages: 3 - 6
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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!

Teen Service Hours: Valentine's Day Cards Craft
North Carroll Branch
Monday, February 2, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 12 - 17
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Earn service hours by making Valentine's Day cards to be distributed to Carroll County community members. Crafting materials will be provided for you. You have to be at least 12 to receive service hours.

Chair Yoga at the Library
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Focus on simple stretches, mindful breathing, and relaxation techniques through chair yoga at the library! This class is a great way to improve your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being in a welcoming environment. No prior yoga experience or supplies are needed—just bring your curiosity and a smile! 

Mini Musicians
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 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!

Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone - Body in Motion
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
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The library is more than just books. It is a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for a program full of movement and music.

Abominable Snowman Escape Room
North Carroll Branch
Monday, February 9, 2026 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Gather clues, solve puzzles, and try to escape in time in an Abominable Snowman-themed escape room.

Chair Yoga at the Library
North Carroll Branch
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Focus on simple stretches, mindful breathing, and relaxation techniques through chair yoga at the library! This class is a great way to improve your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being in a welcoming environment. No prior yoga experience or supplies are needed—just bring your curiosity and a smile! 

Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, February 12, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
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The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games, crafts, music, and more in a sensory-friendly environment!

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

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

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

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

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

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

Westminster Branch Chess Club
Westminster Branch
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
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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.

National Seed Swap Day
Westminster Branch
Saturday, January 31, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
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It may be cold and snowy, but it's never too early to start planning your garden! Bring your heirloom or open-pollinated seeds in individually labeled packets to swap with other gardeners. To help manage traffic flow, participants may register for either the 11:00 AM session or the 12:30 PM session. The seed tables will remain fully stocked and available throughout the event!

Seeds for the swap may be dropped off on Friday, January 30, from 12–5 PM, or brought with you before the swap on January 31. We will also feature exhibits from the Carroll County Master Gardeners, plenty of time to socialize and share tips, and a CCMG plant clinic.

National Seed Swap Day
Westminster Branch
Saturday, January 31, 2026 - 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
It may be cold and snowy, but it's never too early to start planning your garden! Bring your heirloom or open-pollinated seeds in individually labeled packets to swap with other gardeners. To help manage traffic flow, participants may register for either the 11:00 AM session or the 12:30 PM session. The seed tables will remain fully stocked and available throughout the event!

Seeds for the swap may be dropped off on Friday, January 30, from 12–5 PM, or brought with you before the swap on January 31. We will also feature exhibits from the Carroll County Master Gardeners, plenty of time to socialize and share tips, and a CCMG plant clinic.

Line Dancing with Lori
Westminster Branch
Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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. 

Teen Service Hours: Valentine's Day Cards Craft
Westminster Branch
Saturday, February 7, 2026 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
Earn some service hours by making Valentine's Day cards to be distributed to Carroll County community members. Candy and drinks will be available for attendees. Crafting materials will also be provided. 

Westminster Branch Chess Club
Westminster Branch
Thursday, February 12, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
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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.

Carroll 250: Doing History: An Archivist’s Approach to Uncovering the Past
Offsite
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Join Kyle Dalton (Union Mills Homestead), Adrienne Smith (Gatehouse Museum), and Gwen Coddington (McDaniel College) for an engaging session exploring the theme of Doing History as part of the Semiquincentennial celebration. This conversation invites participants to step into the historian’s role—examining how archivists interpret evidence, uncover silences in collections, and craft inclusive narratives. Through an archivist’s lens, attendees will gain insight into the historical method, learn how community knowledge and oral histories shape our understanding of the past, and discover how they too can “do history” in meaningful ways. This session emphasizes transparency, collaboration, and the evolving nature of historical interpretation, encouraging public engagement with history as a dynamic and participatory process.

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

Cabin Fever Book Swap & Social
Offsite
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: All Ages
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Cabin Fever Book Swap & Social
Hosted by the Friends of Carroll County Public Library 

Tuesday, February 10, 2026   5:00 PM – 8:00 PM 
Oscar’s Alehouse, Eldersburg, MD 

Feeling the winter blues? Cure your cabin fever with a cozy evening of books, brews, and community! 

Join the Friends of Carroll County Public Library for a Cabin Fever Book Swap at Oscar’s Alehouse in Eldersburg. This free event invites book lovers of all ages to bring gently used books to share—and take home some new reads in return! 

• Bring books, take books
• Stay for dinner and drinks
• Support a great cause

A portion of the evening’s proceeds will be donated to Carroll County Public Library’s Battle of the Books program, helping local students discover the joy of reading and teamwork. 

Membership in the Friends of CCPL is not required to participate. Registration is requested, but not required—just show up with your books and your appetite for good food and great stories!

TRIVIA NIGHT at Bistro 91 in Finksburg
Offsite
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
What trivia tidbits are rattling around in your head? Grab a few friends and join us for Trivia Night at Bistro 91! All prizes are provided by Bistro 91.

If your team needs to cancel or change your team size on the day of the program, please call Bistro 91 at (410) 861-8841. 

Registration required. Only one person per team needs to register. Please keep the team size to 8 or less.

The Zentangle Method of Drawing-based Mindfulness
Online
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 10 - Adults, Adults
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In this online class, Jill Suffel, CZT (Certified Zentangle Teacher) will lead us through a relaxing drawing activity that starts with four dots and a line. The outcome will amaze you! Please have the following supplies handy: white paper, a black pen, a pencil, and something with which to smudge. 

Registration closes at 4:30 PM on the day of the program. You will receive the Zoom link via email by 5:30 PM on the day of the program. 

Dungeons & Dragons Online
Online
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Registration and more information
Join us for a session of Dungeons & Dragons played entirely online! Pre-generated characters will be available, and registrants will meet on Zoom the day before to become familiar with any websites used. This session is for beginners and avid players alike.

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Transitioning to Medicare Part 1
Online
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning to Medicare. This seminar will cover the four parts of Medicare (Parts A, B, C, and D), Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans, available preventive services, and how to protect yourself from healthcare fraud. We will also cover Medicare Savings Programs, which help pay out-of-pocket costs for Medicare beneficiaries. These are not all low-income programs.