Currently Registering Programs

Diamond Painting Flip-Flop Key Chain
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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We are getting ready for summer by making colorful flip-flop key chains using the easy and relaxing diamond painting method. All supplies will be provided.

Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg Branch
Friday, May 2, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 13 - Adults, 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).

Yoga with Meditation
Eldersburg Branch
Monday, May 5, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, 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).

Sparkling Flowerpot
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Brighten your windowsill with a mosaic flowerpot made with repurposed music CDs that reflect the sunlight and make your plants sparkle. This flowerpot will make a beautiful gift for someone special as well. All supplies will be provided. 

Gentle Yoga
Eldersburg Branch
Thursday, May 8, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, 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; bring a mat and a blanket.

Real Estate Talk with Hanna: Sellers
Eldersburg Branch
Saturday, May 10, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: Adults
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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.

Discover effective strategies for pricing and marketing your property in this session. Learn how to prepare your home for sale to attract potential buyers. Understand the legal aspects and paperwork involved in selling a home and gain insights into negotiation techniques to get the best deal. 

Line Dancing with Lori
Eldersburg Branch
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 - 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. 

Relax and Unwind with Watercolor
Eldersburg Branch
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Take some time out for yourself as we spend a relaxing afternoon experimenting with watercolor pencils and pre-printed painting templates. No experience is necessary.

Beginner Sewing Level 1: Make a Thread Catcher (Class 1)
Exploration Commons
Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 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 about various fabric stabilizers and how to sew different stitches, including sewing in a straight line. Apply these techniques to make a small fabric basket to catch loose threads. 

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 might benefit most from following the Class 1, 2, and 3 sequence.

Kentucky Hot Browns
Exploration Commons
Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
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The Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich is a meal-worthy dish that's over-the-top delicious! Make open-faced sandwiches with thick slices of roasted turkey and fresh tomatoes on top of a thick piece of toasted bread, all smothered in a rich, cheesy Mornay sauce, broiled, and topped with crispy bacon. We'll also make a mock mint julep to celebrate the famous horse race.

Laser Engraved Personal Recipe Card and Box
Exploration Commons
Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Create a kitchen keepsake by turning a handwritten recipe into an engraved wooden recipe card! We'll learn some of the basics of Adobe Illustrator as we create a custom recipe box label and utilize scanning to bring our handwritten recipes into a digital, engravable format. Previous laser design experience is helpful but not required. This class does not result in independent laser cutter use certification.

Design and Engrave: Gift Box
Exploration Commons
Friday, May 2, 2025 - 11:00am - 1:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Customize your own gift box design on our Epilog Fusion Pro Engraver. Participants will create their own designs using images and text in Adobe Illustrator. You will leave with a beautifully engraved gift box, perfect for any occasion. No previous experience is necessary, and laser certification is not required.

This will be a two-part project. Part 2 will be in the EC Teaching Kitchen to fill your gift box with Peanut Butter Fudge and Pecan Brittle.

Custom Engraved Leatherette Journals
Exploration Commons
Saturday, May 3, 2025 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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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. 

Cooking for Wellness: Turkey Tacos
Exploration Commons
Monday, May 5, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a heart-healthy taco recipe that utilizes ingredients native to Mexico. This will be followed by a presentation on heart health and stroke awareness with a registered dietitian and registered nurse. This class is provided through The Partnership for a Healthier Carroll County and Carroll Hospital.

Intro to Adobe Photoshop
Exploration Commons
Monday, May 5, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Learn the basic features of Adobe Photoshop. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and explore the program through hands-on instruction. No experience is required!

Hybrid Embroidery Machine Certification
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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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 canceled. 

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.

Sewing Skills: Fabric Cutting
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Learn to use traditional and updated techniques and tools for preparing and cutting fabric. You will leave with the confidence to use a rotary cutter and mat as well as traditional cutting tools. This is a beginner-friendly class; no sewing experience is required.

Knife Skills Practice: Mediterranean Chickpea and Feta Salad
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Sharpen your knife skills! In this hands-on class, participants will make a Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Feta Cheese to take home while practicing cutting techniques learned in our Basic Knife Skills class. 

Introduction to Onshape and 3D Printing
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Welcome to the world of 3D modeling, design, and 3D printing. In this introductory class, we will review the computer-aided design (CAD) software Onshape by diving into the fundamentals and techniques to make a 3D-printed key chain.

Laser Cutting Refresher
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:30am
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 Laser Certification is required.

Make and Enjoy: Gift Box
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Customize your own gift box design on our Epilog Fusion Pro Engraver. Participants will create their own designs using images and text in Adobe Illustrator. You will leave with a beautifully engraved gift box, perfect for any occasion. No previous experience is necessary, and laser certification is not required.

This will be a two-part project. Part 2 will be in the EC Teaching Kitchen to fill your gift box with Peanut Butter Fudge and Pecan Brittle.

Design a Book Nook
Exploration Commons
Thursday, May 8, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Book nooks are fantastical small-scale dioramas that people tuck into their bookshelves for added whimsy. In this class, we will use Adobe Illustrator to create files of the nook space itself, the hidden slot for lights, and tiny additions (fences, shelves, etc) to add to the nook. We will then use the laser cutter to cut all of our pieces. You will take these home to assemble, paint, and complete your nook for your own shelves!

Beginner Sewing Level 3: Garment Sewing, Set-In Sleeves
Exploration Commons
Thursday, May 8, 2025 - 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Properly fitting and sewing in sleeves is a challenge for beginning sewists. Learn the necessary steps to sew set-in sleeves without puckers. You will practice these skills by inserting sleeves into a 1/2-scale woven bodice sample.

Class Prerequisites and Required Skills

• Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification
• thread a sewing machine, wind a bobbin, and troubleshoot tension issues
• sew straight and curved seams while maintaining consistent seam allowance
• know how to read and work with a pattern and cut fabric with care and accuracy
• have a basic understanding of different fabric types and have sewn with a few different types
• have experience sewing a regular zipper

Required Materials

• A sewing machine and materials will be provided.

About Beginner Sewing Level 3: Intro to Garment Sewing
This set of classes introduces new or less experienced sewists to beginner sewing information and resources, along with hands-on experiences.

This series introduces the following information and skills:

• insert a set-in sleeve
• sewing a collar with a lapel
• sewing a trouser fly
• sewing the fitted waistband

Kentucky Hot Browns
Exploration Commons
Thursday, May 8, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
The Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich is a meal-worthy dish that's over-the-top delicious! Make open-faced sandwiches with thick slices of roasted turkey and fresh tomatoes on top of a thick piece of toasted bread, all smothered in a rich, cheesy Mornay sauce, broiled, and topped with crispy bacon. We'll also make a mock mint julep to celebrate the famous horse race.

Inclusive Cooks: Pan-Seared Pork Chops
Exploration Commons
Friday, May 9, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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In this hands-on cooking series for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and people without, we will prepare Pan-Seared Pork Chops with a simple pan sauce, mashed potatoes, and roasted broccoli. 

VCarve: Creating a Simple CNC Project
Exploration Commons
Saturday, May 10, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Join us for a hands-on session where we create and engrave a simple wood project on Exploration Commons' Iconic CNC Router. Previous basic computer experience is required. No experience with the CNC Router or design software is needed. 

This class does not result in independent CNC use certification.

Blender Basics
Exploration Commons
Monday, May 12, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Learn some of the basics of Blender, an open-source 3D modeling software. Participants will walk through the user interface and controls while making a small project.

AAPI Celebration: Scallion Pancakes with Jen Yang
Exploration Commons
Monday, May 12, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Join us to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI) with Jennifer Yang of Covalent Spirits. Jen will teach her 'taste of home' recipe for making scallion pancakes. Attendees will make their own scallion pancakes while hearing about Jen's childhood memories around cooking, food, and more!

Making for Seniors: Laser Engrave a Simple Anodized Aluminum Project
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 - 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 use Adobe Illustrator to create a simple project to be engraved on anodized aluminum and watch your project being made on our Fusion Pro laser cutter. Previous basic computer experience is required. No previous experience with laser cutting or design software is needed. This class does not result in independent laser use certification.

Beginner Sewing Level 3: Garment Sewing, Introduction to Jacket Collars & Lapels
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 - 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Learn about the three main types of lapels and how to sew the most common type, a notched lapel. You will practice these skills by inserting sleeves into a 1/2-scale woven bodice sample. The lapel is the collar of a coat or jacket. 

Class Prerequisites and Required Skills

• Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification
• thread a sewing machine, wind a bobbin, and troubleshoot tension issues
• sew straight and curved seams while maintaining consistent seam allowance
• know how to read and work with a pattern and cut fabric with care and accuracy
• have a basic understanding of different fabric types and have sewn with a few different types

Required Materials

• A sewing machine and materials will be provided.

About Beginner Sewing Level 3: Intro to Garment Sewing
This set of classes introduces new or less experienced sewists to beginner sewing information and resources, along with hands-on experiences.

This series introduces the following information and skills:

• insert a set-in sleeve
• sewing a collar with a lapel
• sewing a trouser fly
• sewing the fitted waistband

Practice Your Piping Skills!
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
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In this class, we will first practice different piping designs on paper. Then, you will use those skills to decorate an 8"x8" single-layer cake with colorful designs, which you can take home.

Intro to Laser Cutting
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
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.

Beginner Sewing Level 1: Make a Canvas Tote (Class 2)
Exploration Commons
Thursday, May 15, 2025 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Get further acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn how to work with different-weight fabrics and sew a boxed corner. Students will also learn about topstitching, reinforcement stitching, and how to use webbing to make bag handles. Apply these skills and more to make a lined canvas tote bag with coordinating handles.

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 might benefit most from following the Class 1, 2, and 3 sequence.

Indonesian Dessert: Martabak Manis
Exploration Commons
Thursday, May 15, 2025 - 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Join guest presenter Wu Schafer as she shares information and recipes from Indonesia. In this hands-on class, we will prepare an Indonesian dessert dish, Martabak Manis, a stuffed pancake that is a decadent dessert and common street food.

Children ages 12 - 14 may register and attend ONLY if a supervising adult registers and attends with them. An adult can supervise a maximum of two children.

Let's Start a Podcast!
Exploration Commons
Thursday, May 15, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
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Do you want to get into podcasting but don't know where to start? Then this is the class for you! We will cover the basics of the different recording software we offer and introduce the equipment we provide in the Audio/Video Lab. 

Guess the Nest
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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Not all nests are created equal! As diverse as the birds, each nest is uniquely created to accommodate the needs of its builder. Through games and activities, participants will learn about the various nests and why different birds build different types. Students will also learn what they can do in their backyards to provide safe materials for birds to use when building their nests. To finish the program, students will build their own decorative nests from mostly natural materials to be displayed in their homes to celebrate spring!

Volunteer Opportunity at the Finksburg Branch Garden
Finksburg Branch
Saturday, May 3, 2025 - 9:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 14 - 17
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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. 

Senior Planet: Streaming & Smart TVs
Finksburg Branch
Monday, May 5, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read
Finksburg Branch
Friday, May 9, 2025 - 10:45am - 11:45am
Ages: 4 - Adults, Adults
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An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy dogs for people and children of all abilities. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome.

Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone
Finksburg Branch
Thursday, May 15, 2025 - 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!

Community Star Party
Mount Airy Branch
Friday, May 2, 2025 - 8:30pm - 10:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Join Dr. Todd and Anna Rosenfeld of The Sky Plus for an evening of star gazing using a research-grade telescope! Experience the wondrous night sky while having all your questions answered by an expert in astrophysics.

This event will take place at The Sky Plus observatory; registrants will receive the address and directions close to the event date. A rain date is scheduled for Saturday, May 3.

Dungeons and Dragons Club
Mount Airy Branch
Saturday, May 10, 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 4. 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

Wire Sculptures
North Carroll Branch
Monday, May 5, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
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Join us to design and create your own wire sculptures or figures. We'll be using a variety of wires and tools.

Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, May 8, 2025 - 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!

All About Elderberry
North Carroll Branch
Thursday, May 15, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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The Elderberry Cabin's Tracey Young will share her knowledge about elderberry and its benefits. Tracey was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018 and will share her experience and the changes she made to become healthier. Learn how elderberry syrup can play a part in the journey to a healthier and thriving you! 

Messy Masterpieces: Family Days
Taneytown Branch
Thursday, May 8, 2025 - 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 messy masterpieces to give to the special family members in your life! Please dress to get messy.

Garden Fun
Taneytown Branch
Friday, May 9, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 2 - 6
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Join the fun as we celebrate gardens and the joy of growing plants. We'll share stories, songs, activities, and a craft.

Come Create
Taneytown Branch
Monday, May 12, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Doing crafts improves your mood, reduces stress, and it's fun! Explore your inner artist. All supplies will be provided.

Taneytown Anime Club
Taneytown Branch
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17
Registration and more information
Join us each month for an anime-themed craft and a chance to watch the latest and greatest anime on Crunchyroll with other Taneytown teens!

Mah Jongg Practice & Play
Westminster Branch
Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
If you have experience with Mah Jongg, either from our 101 Class or from playing a little bit, come on over and practice with us. This session is meant for beginners, but experienced players are welcome to assist. We will follow the National Mah Jongg League rules of play. Exercise your brain while having great fun!

Learn to Paint: Watercolor Card
Westminster Branch
Saturday, May 3, 2025 - 10:30am - 12:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Paint a beautiful watercolor card using cotton swabs. The cards will include envelopes for gifting to someone you love. Our theme will be “April Showers Bring May Flowers”! All supplies are provided.

FCBD 2025: Zine Workshop & Giveaways
Westminster Branch
Saturday, May 3, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 11 - 18
Registration and more information
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day 2025 by joining us for an exciting, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the art of creating zines and comics with Evan and Britt Sabo, a local cartoonist, illustrator, and zine-making duo! You can look forward to a short class on the rich history of zines and their place in the comics sphere, followed by an informational tutorial on creating your own unique zines. You may also bring your art, sketchbook, or a synopsis of your current story-driven project (novel, graphic novel, video game, or any type of story) if you would like feedback from Evan and/or Britt. Drawing during class is encouraged, and all artistic levels are welcome, so express yourself, get creative, and make connections and some cool comics! 

At the end of the workshop, all attendees will have access to a variety of 2025's free comic books, provided in collaboration with Gotham Comics.

Transitioning to Medicare Part 1
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? 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.

Westminster Branch Chess Club
Westminster Branch
Thursday, May 8, 2025 - 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.

Transitioning to Medicare Part 2
Westminster Branch
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. This seminar focuses on Medicare Supplement/Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans. Learn about the different Medigap plans and your period of guaranteed issue rights under original Medicare. These secondary/supplemental plans can cover some or all of Medicare's out-of-pocket costs. We will also discuss a different way to obtain all services covered by Medicare and more: Medicare Advantage Plans.

Mah Jongg Practice & Play
Westminster Branch
Thursday, May 15, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
If you have experience with Mah Jongg, either from our 101 Class or from playing a little bit, come on over and practice with us. This session is meant for beginners, but experienced players are welcome to assist. We will follow the National Mah Jongg League rules of play. Exercise your brain while having great fun!

TRIVIA NIGHT at Bistro 91 in Finksburg
Offsite
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 - 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! 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. All prizes are provided by Bistro 91.

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

Virtual Teen Advisory Board: Service Learning Opportunity
Online
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - 17
Registration and more information
Are you interested in volunteering virtually at the library? Join us for Teen Advisory Board (TAB), a monthly meeting where teens help plan programs, complete service-oriented projects, and advise the library on teen-related topics.

The Zentangle Method of Drawing-based Mindfulness
Online
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages: 10 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
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, May 13, 2025 - 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.

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