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This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Westminster Wednesdays

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Westminster Outdoor Stage at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Music Theater and Dance
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Come downtown to enjoy live music in our park. Feel free to bring a blanket or lawn chair and stay awhile. Check out the many restaurant and retail specials happening while you are...

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Outdoor Stage
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance
Description:

Come downtown to enjoy live music in our park. Feel free to bring a blanket or lawn chair and stay awhile. Check out the many restaurant and retail specials happening while you are on Main Street. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

A World of Bugs!

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Live Animals, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Meet Ryan "the Bug Man" and his vast collection of bugs! He'll show you hundreds of incredible bugs—insects from around the globe. Tons of cool bug fun is guaranteed!

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

Program Type: Live Animals, STEM/STEAM
Description:

Meet Ryan "the Bug Man" and his vast collection of bugs! He'll show you hundreds of incredible bugs—insects from around the globe. Tons of cool bug fun is guaranteed!

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 "Everyone" group.

Tails & Tales with Bear Branch Nature Center

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Meet some of Bear Branch's animal ambassadors and listen to their origin stories. 

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Description:

Meet some of Bear Branch's animal ambassadors and listen to their origin stories. 

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 "Everyone" group.

Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training...

Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Description:

Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccin

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 "Everyone" group.

Drop Everything and Read

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

D.E.A.R. - Drop Everything and Read!Bring a pillow, a blanket, a stuffed animal and your grown-up. How long you stay to read is up to you. We can provide the books or you can bring...

Location: North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Description:

D.E.A.R. - Drop Everything and Read!

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 "Everyone" group.

Ask a Master Gardener

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Bring your questions about spring gardening to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. 

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

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 "Everyone" group.

Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training...

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Description:

Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccin

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 "Everyone" group.

Ask a Master Gardener

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mount Airy Branch
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Have questions about keeping your garden green? Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will ...

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

Description:

Have questions about keeping your garden green? Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Mount Airy Branch lobby. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Earth Day Celebration!

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Drop in to celebrate Earth Day with CCPL's Taneytown Branch and Neighborhood Forest!Earth activities are open to all, and families who registered their children to receive trees fr...

Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Drop in to celebrate Earth Day with CCPL's Taneytown Branch and Neighborhood Forest!

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 "Everyone" group.

Ask a Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Finksburg Branch lobby.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Finksburg Branch lobby.

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 "Everyone" group.

Crafty Movie: Turning Red

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Come out to make a fun craft and watch Turning Red. The movie is rated PG.

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Come out to make a fun craft and watch Turning Red. The movie is rated PG.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Refreshments will be served.

Easter weekend

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Mid-Week Movie and Munch: Kung Fu Panda 4

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Join us for an evening of movie magic and a snack. We will be watching Kung Fu Panda 4; the film is rated PG.Please bring your own bottle of water to enjoy with our salty popcorn.&...

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Description:

Join us for an evening of movie magic and a snack. We will be watching Kung Fu Panda 4; the film is rated PG.

Please bring your own bottle of water to enjoy with our salty popcorn. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Peaceful Melodies with Lydia Bandy

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Music Theater and Dance
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Enjoy the soothing sounds of piano or harp as Lydia Bandy fills the library with beautiful, calming music.

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance
Description:

Enjoy the soothing sounds of piano or harp as Lydia Bandy fills the library with beautiful, calming music.

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 "Everyone" group.

Open Chess

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Are you a chess expert or learning to play? Drop in to show your skills with other chess players! Chess players of all levels are welcome.

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Description:

Are you a chess expert or learning to play? Drop in to show your skills with other chess players! Chess players of all levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Mid-Week Movie and Munch: The Garfield Movie

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Join us for an evening of movie magic and a snack. We will be watching The Garfield Movie; the film is rated PG.Please bring your own bottle of water to enjoy with our salty popcor...

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Description:

Join us for an evening of movie magic and a snack. We will be watching The Garfield Movie; the film is rated PG.

Please bring your own bottle of water to enjoy with our salty popcorn. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Star Wars Day!

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Celebrate the upcoming Star Wars Day with crafts and a self-guided Star Wars-themed scavenger hunt! May the force be with you!

Location: North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

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

Celebrate the upcoming Star Wars Day with crafts and a self-guided Star Wars-themed scavenger hunt! May the force be with 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 "Everyone" group.

Sensory Sensitive Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Sensory Sensitive Storytime:

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

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. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Taneytown Craft Swap

All Day
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Did spring cleaning leave you with a lot of extra crafts lying around? Clear out the old supplies you never got around to by donating them to the library, then pick up something ne...

Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

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

Did spring cleaning leave you with a lot of extra crafts lying around? Clear out the old supplies you never got around to by donating them to the library, then pick up something new at our Craft Swap this spring!

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 "Everyone" group.

Carroll 250: Ellsworth Cemetery Stories & Tour

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Offsite
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Join us at Ellsworth Cemetery for a special event as Diane Boettcher, local researcher, will provide a tour of the historical African American cemetery.Ellsworth Cemetery was ...

Offsite Event
Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Join us at Ellsworth Cemetery for a special event as Diane Boettcher, local researcher, will provide a tour of the historical African American cemetery.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training...

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

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Description:

Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccin

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 "Everyone" group.

Ask a Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Finksburg Branch lobby.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Finksburg Branch lobby.

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 "Everyone" group.

Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training...

Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Description:

Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccin

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 "Everyone" group.

Painting with Flowers

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

The Carroll Garden Club will present Painting with Flowers, a National Garden Clubs, Inc. standard flower show. The show is free and open to the public. Carroll Garden Club is a me...

Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Description:

The Carroll Garden Club will present Painting with Flowers, a National Garden Clubs, Inc. standard flower show. The show is free and open to the public.