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, May 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: Live Animals Age Group: Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults Description: Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emo... Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "3 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 17 2025 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am - 12:00pm Taneytown Branch Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Required Seats Remaining: 35 Description: Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children 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. 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. PAWS to Read Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Finksburg Branch Program Type: Live Animals Age Group: Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Description: Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emo... Required 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. May 17 2025 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm - 3:00pm Finksburg Branch Location: Finksburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Required Seats Remaining: 35 Description: Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children 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.
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, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Live Animals Age Group: Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults Description: Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "3 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 17 2025 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm - 3:00pm Mount Airy Branch Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Description: Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. 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. Game Day: Dominion Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Offsite Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Description: Librarian Joy Zimmer will teach you how to play Dominion at City Park Gaming & Brew Room! An adult must accompany all participants under the age of 18. The library wi... Offsite Event This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "13 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 17 2025 Sat Game Day: Dominion 2:00pm - 4:00pm Offsite Location: Offsite Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Librarian Joy Zimmer will teach you how to play Dominion at City Park Gaming & Brew Room! An adult must accompany all participants under the age of 18. The library will not cover the cost of beverages or snacks.
This event is in the "Adults" group. It's All Fun & Games to Me Monday, May 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Adults Description: Do you enjoy playing board games? Want to meet new friends with the same interest? Join us on Monday afternoons to play games and meet new people. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 19 2025 Mon It's All Fun & Games to Me 1:00pm - 3:00pm Eldersburg Branch Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Do you enjoy playing board games? Want to meet new friends with the same interest? Join us on Monday afternoons to play games and meet new people. 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. Intermediate Laser Cutting: Engraving Painted Canvas Monday, May 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Description: This intermediate-level laser design class focuses on creating designs and navigating unique settings on pre-painted paper canvases.The longer class time is necessary for this prog... Required Payment This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "16 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 19 2025 Mon Intermediate Laser Cutting: Engraving Painted Canvas 4:00pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 4 Description: This intermediate-level laser design class focuses on creating designs and navigating unique settings on pre-painted paper canvases. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Mah Jongg Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Adults 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 Leag... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 19 2025 Mon Open Mah Jongg 6:00pm - 7:45pm Eldersburg Branch Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. North Carroll Book Discussion Group: Ordinary Grace Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Book Discussion Group: 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 ... Description: This month's selection is Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 19 2025 Mon North Carroll Book Discussion Group: Ordinary Grace 6:00pm - 8:00pm North Carroll Branch Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large 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 Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger. 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. Crochet Club Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Description: Join us for an evening of crochet and conversation. Bring your crochet supplies and/or whatever crochet project you have already started. All experience levels are welcome. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "12 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 19 2025 Mon Crochet Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Mount Airy Branch Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Join us for an evening of crochet and conversation. Bring your crochet supplies and/or whatever crochet project you have already started. All experience levels 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Yoga with Meditation Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults 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 parti... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "13 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 19 2025 Mon Yoga with Meditation 6:30pm - 7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 20 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. Carroll 250: Voices of the Maryland 400 Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch Program Type: History and Genealogy Age Group: Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Description: In August 1776, the Continental Army suffered a terrible defeat at the Battle of Brooklyn, the first major battle of the Revolutionary War. The battle nearly saw the complete destr... This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "13 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 19 2025 Mon Carroll 250: Voices of the Maryland 400 6:30pm - 7:45pm Finksburg Branch Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: History and Genealogy Description: In August 1776, the Continental Army suffered a terrible defeat at the Battle of Brooklyn, the first major battle of the Revolutionary War. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Celebrating America fosters a greater sense and understanding of America's history and Carroll County's important role in that history by joining forces with private and public institutions around the county. For more information about the initiative, visit Carroll County's Celebrating America website.
This event is in the "Adults" group. North Carroll Ask a Master Gardener Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am North Carroll Branch Program Type: Gardening and Environment Age Group: Adults Description: Bring your questions about spring gardening to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 20 2025 Tue North Carroll Ask a Master Gardener 9:30am - 11:30am North Carroll Branch Location: North Carroll Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gardening and Environment Description: Bring your questions about spring gardening to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more.
This event is in the "Adults" group. North Carroll Knitters Group Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Adults Description: Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join this group gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 20 2025 Tue North Carroll Knitters Group 1:00pm - 3:00pm North Carroll Branch 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. Needle Little Klatch? Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm Westminster Small Meeting Room at Westminster Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Description: Klatch (noun): a gathering usually characterized by informal conversation.Join us for a casual, bi-weekly stitching club. All needle-crafters are welcome! This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "16 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 20 2025 Tue Needle Little Klatch? 5:00pm - 7:00pm Westminster Branch 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. Diamond Painting Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Adults Description: Join us for a monthly session of diamond painting! We'll have a new project each month, and no experience is necessary! Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 20 2025 Tue Diamond Painting 5:30pm - 7:30pm Taneytown Branch Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 24 Description: Join us for a monthly session of diamond painting! We'll have a new project each month, and 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. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Independent Project Design: Cricut, Laser, CNC, and 3D Printing Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Description: Have the makerspace programs sparked your creativity, but you're hesitant to jump into your own independent project? Ready to move beyond step-by-step projects and bring your ideas... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "16 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 20 2025 Tue Independent Project Design: Cricut, Laser, CNC, and 3D Printing 5:30pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Required Seats Remaining: 4 Description: Have the makerspace programs sparked your creativity, but you're hesitant to jump into your own independent project? Ready to move beyond step-by-step projects and bring your ideas to life?
This event is in the "Adults" group. North Carroll Writers Group Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm North Carroll Small Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch 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 mo... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 20 2025 Tue North Carroll Writers Group 5:30pm - 7:30pm North Carroll Branch 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. Bone Health and Osteoporosis Prevention Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults Description: May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month. Join Weis Dietitian Christina Pelletier, MS, RDN, LDN, to learn how we can support our bones through nutrition and beyond. The p... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 20 2025 Tue Bone Health and Osteoporosis Prevention 6:00pm - 7:00pm North Carroll Branch Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 25 Description: May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month. Join Weis Dietitian Christina Pelletier, MS, RDN, LDN, to learn how we can support our bones through nutrition and beyond. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Ready Carroll 'On the Go' Emergency Preparedness Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Business and Finance, Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults Description: Are you prepared for a tornado or flood to visit your town? Ready Carroll "On the Go" is part of Carroll County’s emergency preparedness series that consists of safety tips and gui... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 20 2025 Tue Ready Carroll 'On the Go' Emergency Preparedness 6:00pm - 7:00pm Eldersburg Branch Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance, Health and Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 50 Description: Are you prepared for a tornado or flood to visit your town? 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. Writing Group Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 9:15am - 1:00pm Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch 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 quie... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Writing Group 9:15am - 1:00pm Eldersburg Branch 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. Mount Airy Knitters Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Adults Description: Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Mount Airy Knitters 10:00am - 12:00pm Mount Airy Branch 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. 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. Lunch Meal Prep: Soba Noodles with Shrimp and Ginger Dressing Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Description: This hands-on class will teach you how to prepare perfectly cooked soba noodles, shrimp, and a zesty ginger dressing for a delicious, make-ahead lunch. Participants will make enoug... Required Payment This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "15 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Lunch Meal Prep: Soba Noodles with Shrimp and Ginger Dressing 10:30am - 12:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 10 Description: This hands-on class will teach you how to prepare perfectly cooked soba noodles, shrimp, and a zesty ginger dressing for a delicious, make-ahead lunch. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Mount Airy Book Discussion Group: The Wager Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Book Discussion Group: 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 ... Description: This month's selection is The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder by David Grann. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Mount Airy Book Discussion Group: The Wager 1:00pm - 2:00pm Mount Airy Branch Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small 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 Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder by David Grann. 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. ASL Practice Club Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Kids, 5 - Adults, Teens, Adults Description: Join us for our ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Club! We will have conversational games and prompts to help keep your skills up. All fluency levels are welcome! This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "5 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed ASL Practice Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Mount Airy Branch Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 5 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Join us for our ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Club! We will have conversational games and prompts to help keep your skills up. All fluency levels 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.
