This event is in the "Adults" group

English Language Practice Group

9:00am–10:00am
Adults
Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

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.  

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Play Baby Play

9:30am–10:30am
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 24 Months )

Description:

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.

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Radical Reptiles

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone, All Ages
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on July 18, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Live Animals, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

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! 

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Read and Play

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 24 Months )

Program Type: Storytime

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.

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Read with a Furry Friend: Adaptive Program for Adults

10:00am–11:00am
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Live Animals
Description:

Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will be here to enjoy a meet-and-greet with new adult friends!

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spanish Language Practice Circle

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

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.

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Spider-Man Day 2025

11:00am–1:00pm
Everyone, All Ages
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Lunchtime Performances: Sunday Night Big Band

12:00pm–1:00pm
Everyone, All Ages
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Outdoor Stage
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance
Description:

Join us for our Summer Lunchtime Performance series featuring big band jazz with Sunday Night Big Band!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)

12:00pm–1:00pm
Everyone, All Ages
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Description:

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

American Red Cross Blood Drive

12:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Description:

Give blood and save a life. Set up an appointment or drop-in.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Mini Musicians

1:00pm–1:30pm
Kids, 3 - 6
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on July 18, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance
Registration Required
Description:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Chat

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

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!

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Finger Knitting Fun

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids, 6 - 12
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 12 )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Kids, grab some yarn and get ready for hands-on creativity. All materials will be provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Create a Workshop Apron

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will open on July 18, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Sewing, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

Makers! We will work on sewing machines to create a workshop apron with pouches and loops designed for makers. Sewing certification required to attend.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writer's Circle

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

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!

Disclaimer(s)

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