Saturday Adventures

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Birth - 8
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!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Saturday Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Birth - 8
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.

Gift Wrapping Party

10:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Join us for a festive time wrapping gifts away from the hustle and bustle and those prying eyes. You bring a handful of small to medium-sized gifts that need to be wrapped; we provide the space and wrapping supplies.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Maker Expo 2024

10:00am - 1:00pm
Everyone, All Ages
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, Sewing, DIY Arts and Crafts, Technology and Maker
Description:

Join us for our third annual Maker Expo. Customers and staff will showcase and sell handcrafted items in our Large Meeting Room from 10 AM - 1 PM.

Old Line Statesmen Barbershop Chorus

11:00am - 12:00pm
Everyone, All Ages
Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance
Description:

Enjoy the sounds of the season with a selection of music performed by the Old Line Statesmen Barbershop Chorus of Carroll County.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Make & Take Festive Ornaments

11:00am - 2:00pm
Kids, 5 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 5 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Drop in and decorate a festive, seasonal ornament; available while supplies last.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Sounds of the Season Concert

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 a concert of seasonal tunes performed by students from Westminster Elementary School and other local schools. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Carroll County Writers Group

12:30pm - 3:15pm
Adults
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Please join the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association as we celebrate the holidays and hold an open mic session.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Abstract Art with Squeegees

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Create unique abstract artwork as we experiment with the fun of squeegee art! Wear paint-friendly clothes to be prepared for the magic of this art style. Available while supplies last.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Santa Visit

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Everyone, All Ages
Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Storytime
Description:

Join Santa for some special holiday fun! We'll start with songs and a story at noon, followed by crafts and music throughout the afternoon. Santa said he is in a dancing mood and will dance with the kids! Don't forget to bring your camera!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Taylor Swift Birthday Party

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kids, 10 - 18, Teens
Required
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 10 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Celebrate your Swiftie pride with a birthday party.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Free Spirit Book Club: The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas.

This month's selection is The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Memory Lane Playback

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Required
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Description:

Memory Lane Playback is an interactive form of improvisational theatre that invites audience members to share stories we act out. Attendees will participate in improvisational theatre through stories shared by the group.

Disclaimer(s)

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

All attendees need to register.

Gift Making Day for Kids: Mason Jars of Gratitude

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, 6 - 11
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 11 )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Are you looking for a fun and thoughtful gift for a teacher or caregiver this holiday season? Using simple ingredients, your child can create a personalized mason jar gift, choosing one from a list of options.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Carroll County Critique Group

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Please join the Carroll County Critique Group as we meet to discuss our writing achievements and efforts.  

Disclaimer(s)

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