Celebrate Black History Month at Mount Airy!

All Day
Everyone, All Ages
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, History and Genealogy
Description:

Join us in our large magazine reading area throughout the month of February as we celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch! Drop in anytime to enjoy a DIY craft, a community puzzle, and books to read at your leisure.

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–10:30am
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)

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

Siblings are welcome to attend this program.

College Prep 101

10:00am–11:00am
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Business and Finance
Description:

Whether you're a soon-to-be-senior or the parent of a prospective grad, don't be intimidated by college and financial aid applications.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Playdough Fun

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone, All Ages
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Need something fun to do on Saturday? Join the boredom busting fun as we create with playdough. Our homemade playdough is a delight that keeps kids (and adults) busy.

Saturday Adventures

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

Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime
Description:

Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—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. 

Read with a Furry Friend

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 4 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Live Animals
Description:

Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained "reading dogs" provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. Research shows that reading to animals can boost reading skills in children and help with emotional and social skills.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Book Hedgehog Decorating Contest

1:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, 8 - 17, Teens
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Join us at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch for our Fourth Annual Book Hedgehog Contest!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Teen Service Hours: Valentine's Day Cards Craft

1:00pm–3:00pm
11 - 17, Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 24, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Service Learning Hours
Registration Required
Description:

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. 

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Refreshments will be served.

Siblings are welcome to attend this program.

Dragon's Beard Candy

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will close on February 4, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

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.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

Closed-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.

World in Harmony Singing Workshop

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 24, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance
Registration Required
Description:

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.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.