This event is in the "Adults" group North Carroll Writers Group Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm North Carroll Small Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Age Group: Adults Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 30 2025 Tue North Carroll Writers Group 5:30pm–7:30pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Description: Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
New Year's Eve All Day Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters Closing Dec 31 2025 Wed Closing New Year's Eve All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
New Year's Day All Day Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite Closed for the New Year's Day Holiday Closing Jan 1 2026 Thu Closing New Year's Day All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite Description: Closed for the New Year's Day Holiday
This event is in the "Adults" group Book Chat Friday, January 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults 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! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Book Chat 1:00pm–2:00pm Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Adults" group Writer's Circle Friday, January 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Age Group: Adults 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! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Writer's Circle 2:00pm–4:00pm Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Puzzle Race Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Do you love to do jigsaw puzzles? Form a team of up to 4 players and join us for a puzzle race competition! All teams will get the same 500-piece puzzle and race to see which team can assemble it first. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Puzzle Race 10:00am–12:00pm Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 20, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: Do you love to do jigsaw puzzles? Form a team of up to 4 players and join us for a puzzle race competition! All teams will get the same 500-piece puzzle and race to see which team can assemble it first. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group The Beatles Story Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: History and Genealogy Age Group: Kids, 8 - Adults, Teens, Adults This presentation will discuss who The Beatles were, key points in their history and recordings, and why they continue to have such an impact on pop culture. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "8 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 3 2026 Sat The Beatles Story 10:00am–12:00pm Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 20, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( 8 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: History and Genealogy Registration Required Description: This presentation will discuss who The Beatles were, key points in their history and recordings, and why they continue to have such an impact on pop culture. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Read with a Furry Friend Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Westminster Branch Program Type: Live Animals Age Group: Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults 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. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am–12:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Pottery in the Afternoon: Clay Heart Art Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Valentine’s Day is next month! Wouldn’t you like to make something special for that special someone? Join us as we make clay heart art with a professional local potter and teacher. You’ll absolutely fall in love with your creation! Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Pottery in the Afternoon: Clay Heart Art 2:00pm–3:30pm Mount Airy Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 20, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Registration Required Description: Valentine’s Day is next month! Wouldn’t you like to make something special for that special someone? Join us as we make clay heart art with a professional local potter and teacher. You’ll absolutely fall in love with your creation! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group North Carroll Knitters Group Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Adults Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join this group gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon North Carroll Knitters Group 1:00pm–3:00pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join this group gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns. 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 Cooking for Wellness: Beef and Lentil Bolognese Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Age Group: Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults It’s the start of a new year! Review the basics of nutrition with a registered dietitian and discuss how set your goals for the year while enjoying a healthful balanced meal. This class is provided though our partnership with Carroll Hospital. Upcoming View Details Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Cooking for Wellness: Beef and Lentil Bolognese 1:30pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on December 22, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Registration Required Payment Required Description: It’s the start of a new year! Review the basics of nutrition with a registered dietitian and discuss how set your goals for the year while enjoying a healthful balanced meal. This class is provided though our partnership with Carroll Hospital. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Battle of the Books: Parent and Coach Info Session Online Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Online Program Type: Online Video Age Group: Adults Join us for an information session about the Battle of the Books! All parents and caregivers who have children who are interested in participating, as well as coaches, are encouraged to attend. Upcoming View Details Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Battle of the Books: Parent and Coach Info Session Online 6:00pm–7:00pm Online Upcoming Registration will open on December 22, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Online Video Registration Required Description: Join us for an information session about the Battle of the Books! All parents and caregivers who have children who are interested in participating, as well as coaches, are encouraged to attend. Disclaimer(s) Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cooking Basics: Crepes Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Learn how to make sweet crepes from scratch! We'll finish with fruit fillings and a variety of toppings. Upcoming View Details Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "14 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Cooking Basics: Crepes 6:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on December 22, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Learn how to make sweet crepes from scratch! We'll finish with fruit fillings and a variety of toppings. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Yoga with Meditation Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Yoga with Meditation 6:30pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 22, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Web Design: HTML Basics Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the fundamentals of web design by exploring HTML. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "14 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Web Design: HTML Basics 1:30pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on December 23, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the fundamentals of web design by exploring HTML.
This event is in the "Adults" group Line Dancing with Lori Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Music Theater and Dance Age Group: Adults Join us for an evening of fun and fitness in this beginner's line dancing class. We suggest bringing water and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing for the class. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Line Dancing with Lori 5:00pm–6:00pm Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 23, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music Theater and Dance Registration Required Description: Join us for an evening of fun and fitness in this beginner's line dancing class. We suggest bringing water and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing for the class. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Needle Little Klatch? Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm Westminster Small Meeting Room at Westminster Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Klatch (noun): a gathering usually characterized by informal conversation.Join us for a casual, bi-weekly stitching club. All needle-crafters are welcome! View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Needle Little Klatch? 5:00pm–7:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Small Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Klatch (noun): a gathering usually characterized by informal conversation.Join us for a casual, bi-weekly stitching club. All needle-crafters are welcome! 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 Drop-In Diamond Painting Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Adults Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Drop-In Diamond Painting 5:30pm–7:30pm Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary! 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 North Carroll Writers Group Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm North Carroll Small Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Age Group: Adults Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue North Carroll Writers Group 5:30pm–7:30pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Description: Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. 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 Tai Chi for Relaxation Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults Tai Chi for Relaxation is terrific for adults of all fitness levels and abilities! Tai Chi Ch'uan has been practiced for fitness and health for hundreds of years. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Tai Chi for Relaxation 6:00pm–7:30pm Mount Airy Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 23, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Tai Chi for Relaxation is terrific for adults of all fitness levels and abilities! Tai Chi Ch'uan has been practiced for fitness and health for hundreds of years. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Writing Group Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 9:15am - 1:00pm Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Age Group: Adults 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Writing Group 9:15am–1:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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. 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 Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)! Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am Finksburg Small Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services. Cancelled View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Cancelled Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)! 9:30am–11:30am Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Description: Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services. 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 Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)! Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am Eldersburg Small Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)! 9:30am–11:30am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Description: Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services. 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 Mount Airy Knitters Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Adults Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Mount Airy Knitters 10:00am–12:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small 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.
