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Ready, Set, School!

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 6
Ready, Set, School!:

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

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)

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.

Finksburg Book Club: Mother-Daughter Murder Night

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg 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 Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg 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 Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon.

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.

Twos and Threes Together

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:30am
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 2 - 3
Twos and Threes Together:

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 3 )

Program Type: Storytime

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

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 "Kids" group.

Read and Play

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
Read and Play:

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....

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg 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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone:

The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games...

Required
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games, crafts, music, and more in a sensory-friendly environment!

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.

Bring Back The Pollinators: Our Native Bees

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Pollinators are incredibly important for the flowers we love, the food we eat, and for other wildlife. Join Laura O'Callaghan, Xerces Society Ambassador, as she explores the w...

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Pollinators are incredibly important for the flowers we love, the food we eat, and for other wildlife.

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.

Cardboard Cars and More

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Description:

Come with the family to build your own cardboard car. If cars aren't your speed, feel free to build a robot or anything else your heart desires! Cardboard, cutting tools, and other...

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Come with the family to build your own cardboard car. If cars aren't your speed, feel free to build a robot or anything else your heart desires! Cardboard, cutting tools, and other supplies will be provided.

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 "Kids" group.

Alphabet Train

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Small Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 6
Description:

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Celebrating Dog Man

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 6 - 12
Description:

Come celebrate the popularity of Dav Pilkey's Dog Man by playing Dog Man games, making your own comics, and learning how to draw some of the characters!

Required
Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 12 )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

Come celebrate the popularity of Dav Pilkey's Dog Man by playing Dog Man games, making your own comics, and learning how to draw some of the characters!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Using Newspapers to Research Your Ancestors

Monday, April 21, 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:

Ever wonder what types of genealogical information you can find in newspapers? Online, database, and microfilm newspaper collections that can help flesh out your family story will ...

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Ever wonder what types of genealogical information you can find in newspapers?

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.

Jack and the Beanstalk Puppet Show

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Puppet Show
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 12
Description:

Jack, a poor country boy, traded the family cow for a handful of magic beans, much to his mom's dismay. He wanted to prove they were magic, so he planted a bean outside. That ...

Required
Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 12 )

Program Type: Puppet Show
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Description:

Jack, a poor country boy, traded the family cow for a handful of magic beans, much to his mom's dismay. He wanted to prove they were magic, so he planted a bean outside.

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.

Chess at the Library

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Finksburg Small Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 7 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Description:

Are you a chess champion or want to learn? Show off your best moves against other chess players! Experienced and novice chess players are welcome.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 7 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Are you a chess champion or want to learn? Show off your best moves against other chess players! Experienced and novice chess players 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.

Volunteer Opportunity at the Finksburg Branch Garden

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment, Service Learning Hours
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - 17
Description:

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you! We are looking ...

Required
Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - 17 )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment, Service Learning Hours
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description:

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons Spring Adventure

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Finksburg Small Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
11 - 18, Teens
Description:

Calling brave heroes for a quest in Dungeons & Dragons! Whether this is your first adventure or your twentieth, join us for an afternoon of fantastic deeds!Having signed on as ...

Required
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Calling brave heroes for a quest in Dungeons & Dragons! Whether this is your first adventure or your twentieth, join us for an afternoon of fantastic deeds!

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.

Alphabet Train

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Small Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 6
Description:

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Storytime

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:30am
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Family 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. 

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)

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.

Ready, Set, School!

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 6
Ready, Set, School!:

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

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)

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

Flower Show

All Day 5/1 - 5/19
Finksburg Display Case - Left at Finksburg Branch
Finksburg Branch
Library Branch: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Display Case - Left

Flower Show

All Day 5/1 - 5/19
Finksburg Display Case - Right at Finksburg Branch
Finksburg Branch
Library Branch: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Display Case - Right
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Twos and Threes Together

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:30am
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 2 - 3
Twos and Threes Together:

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 3 )

Program Type: Storytime

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

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.

Read and Play

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
Read and Play:

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....

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg 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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Guess the Nest

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Kids, 6 - 12
Description:

Not all nests are created equal! As diverse as the birds, each nest is uniquely created to accommodate the needs of its builder. Through games and activities, participant...

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 12 )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Not all nests are created equal! As diverse as the birds, each nest is uniquely created to accommodate the needs of its builder. Through games and activities, participants will learn about the various nests and why different birds build