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. 

Sensory Sensitive Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Everyone, All Ages
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Storytime

This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free storytime.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Be Mine-O-Saurus Dinosaur Bash

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, 3 - 8
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 30, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 8 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for a roaring good time! We're celebrating Valentine's Day in a big way. Jurassic-sized fun to be had by all!

Play Baby Play

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

Description:

You're invited to a morning playgroup just for little ones! 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. 

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. 

Yoga with Meditation

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 30, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

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.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read

10:45am–11:45am
Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 30, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 4 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Live Animals
Registration Required
Description:

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.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Only kids need to register. 

Cooking Basics: Blackened Salmon

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will open on January 30, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

In this hands-on class, participants will master blackened salmon with a homemade smoky spice crust. We’ll cover seasoning, searing, and simple sides for an easy, flavorful meal.

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.

Valentine's Date with a FREE Book!

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

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

Who said Friday the 13th was unlucky? Not you if you visit CCPL's Mount Airy Branch that day! Chat with other book lovers, get cozy with new genres, mingle with a few new titles, and take home a FREE new book of your choice.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Open Mah Jongg

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Nintendo Afternoon

2:00pm–4:00pm
11 - 17, Teens
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Young Adult Window Display
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM
Description:

Join us in our Young Adult Area for gaming on our Nintendo Switch. Bring your friends and take turns playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games will be provided. 

Fusible Bead Magnets

2:30pm–3:30pm
Kids, 8 - 15, Teens
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 15 )
Teens

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Unleash your creativity with fun Perler bead magnets! Choose your favorite colors, shapes, and designs to create unique magnets for your room, locker, and more. Let your imagination run wild and express your style!

Disclaimer(s)

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

TTRPG Afternoon

3:00pm–4:45pm
Kids, 6 - 11
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 11 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Let's learn to play a tabletop role-playing game at the library!