Cancelled

Civil War Symposium

8:15am–5:00pm
Adults
Offsite Event
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Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

We regret to inform you that, due to low registration numbers, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2024 Civil War Symposium. 

Dance Is for Everyone Workshop

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, 3 - 8
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Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 8 )

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance
Description:

Synergy Space will lead a free dance workshop designed especially for kids! Dance is for everyone—no matter your age, ability, or experience.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

Saturday Adventures

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Birth - 8
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Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games, Storytime
Description:

Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing, crafts, and there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!

Saturday Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Birth - 8
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Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Disclaimer(s)

Siblings are welcome to attend this program.

Ooo, Shiny! A Curious Corvid Craft and Adventure

10:30am–11:30am
Kids, 5 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 5 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games, Live Animals
Registration Required
Description:

Do you like shiny things? So do crows, ravens, and jays! Join us to celebrate the curious birds that live around us.

Laser Rotary Demo: Cutting & Engraving Round Objects

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

Both laser systems in the fabrication lab can cut or engrave round objects like glasses, tumblers, tubes, and other cylindrical items. This seminar will explore each system's rotary fixtures, use cases, and design considerations.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Dungeons and Dragons Club

1:00pm–4:00pm
11 - 18, Teens
Closed
Registration Required
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

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 3.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Picture Perfect Chemistry

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, 5 - 12
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Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 5 - 12 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Description:

Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for hands-on experiments exploring chemistry related to photography and imaging.

Read with a Furry Friend

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, 4 - 17, Teens
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Location: Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 4 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Live Animals
Description:

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.

Game Day: Just One

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Offsite Event
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Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Librarian Joy Zimmer will teach you how to play Just One at City Park Gaming & Brew Room! An adult must accompany all participants under the age of 18. The library will not cover the cost of beverages or snacks.