Writing Group

9:15am - 1:00pm
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Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:
Writers of all levels and genres are invited to join our weekly writing group. It is a flexible, drop-in, stay as long as you like, environment. The primary goal is to dedicate quiet time away from the daily chaos to make consistent progress on your ...

Family Storytime

9:45am - 10:30am
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Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg 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)

Please wear a mask during this program. Due to the nature of this program, wearing a mask helps protect all attendees, especially those most vulnerable.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
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Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
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)

Please wear a mask during this program. Due to the nature of this program, wearing a mask helps protect all attendees, especially those most vulnerable.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
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Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll 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)

Please wear a mask during this program. Due to the nature of this program, wearing a mask helps protect all attendees, especially those most vulnerable.

Cancelled

Read and Play

10:00am - 11:00am
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Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg 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)

Please wear a mask during this program. Due to the nature of this program, wearing a mask helps protect all attendees, especially those most vulnerable.

Mount Airy Knitters

10:00am - 12:00pm
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Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:
Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.  ...

Summer Reading Celebration: Oceans of Possibilities

10:00am - 12:00pm
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Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Fun and Games, Live Animals
Description:
Join the excitement as we launch Summer Reading 2022: Oceans of Possibilities! We'll have activity stations throughout the branch with live animals outdoors. Join the family fun - and kick off your summer to an amazing start!  ...

Teens Cook: Delicious Dog Treats

10:30am - 12:30pm
Required
Payment
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Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 17 )

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description:
Pamper your pooch with an assortment of homemade dog treats. Each participant will get a doggy bag to share with their furry friend waiting patiently at home. This is a hands-on class. ...

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.

Ready, Set, School!

11:00am - 12:00pm
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Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: Storytime

An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Please wear a mask during this program. Due to the nature of this program, wearing a mask helps protect all attendees, especially those most vulnerable.

Storytime Zoom Room with the Westminster Branch

11:00am - 12:00pm
Required
Virtual Event
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Location: Online
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 5 )

Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:
Meet us and your friends in Zoom for an interactive and fun storytime including books, music, and movement. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)

12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 18 )
Teens

Description:
This summer CCPL's Taneytown Branch will be partnering with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment and no cost. In addition to our computers and Play ...

Disclaimer(s)

Refreshments will be served.

Cancelled

Crafternoon at the Library

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Required
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Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:
Do you enjoy a little conversation with your crafting? Bring your latest craft project and work on it alongside other crafters. Did you register for the latest Card Camp? Bring your take-home kit and make your cards here! Whatever you're working on, ...

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

INKED

3:30pm - 5:00pm
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Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - 18 )

Program Type: Author Talks, DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Description:
Join us for an exciting monthly workshop where you get to learn the art of creating graphic novels and comics with Mx. Aliza Layne, local cartoonist, illustrator, storyteller, and author of Stonewall Honor Book Beetle and the Hollowbones!  Al...

Transitioning to Medicare Part 1

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Required
Virtual Event
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Location: Online
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Business and Finance, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Description:
Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to make the most of your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning to Medicare. This seminar will cover what the four part...

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.

What's in Season: Strawberries

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Required
Payment
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Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:
Cook with the seasons to enjoy the freshest produce year-round. In this hands-on class, we will explore different strawberry recipes to inspire you to add new dishes to your table. ...

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.

Dungeons & Dragons Adventure Night

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Required
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Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:
Calling brave heroes for a quest in Dungeons & Dragons! Whether this is your first adventure or twentieth, join us for an evening of fantastic deeds! A choice of playable characters, dice, pencils, and any other necessary supplies will be provide...

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

6:00pm - 7:45pm
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Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:
Join this friendly crochet group that is open to both beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted weight yarn to the class. ...

Pajama Party Storytime

6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime

Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children.

Disclaimer(s)

Please wear a mask during this program. Due to the nature of this program, wearing a mask helps protect all attendees, especially those most vulnerable.

Summer Reads: Aliza Layne

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Required
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Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 9 - Adult )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Author Talks
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 118
Description:
Aliza Layne is a cartoonist, illustrator, and storyteller. She is the creator of Demon Street, a long-form fantasy webcomic for all ages. Her Halloween costumes have elicited the phrases “theatrical,” “don’t you think you’re going a little overb...

The Tortoise and the Hare Puppet Show

6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 12 )

Program Type: Puppet Show
Description:
It’s an INCREDIBLE race! Rabbit loves to boast how speedy he is. His animal friends try to guess if he can really beat Turtle in the BIG RACE. What do you think will happen? Join us at the finish line for this wet and wild summer puppe...