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Family Game Day

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Bring the whole family to the table to try out a variety of games for all age groups. Board games, dice games, and even storytelling games will abound!

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

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Bring the whole family to the table to try out a variety of games for all age groups. Board games, dice games, and even storytelling games will abound!

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

Korean Street Toast

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Join us for a hands-on class on making Gilgeori Toast, a popular Korean street food. You will prepare a version of this savory-sweet dish that pairs wasabi-mayo-crab with the tradi...

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Description:

Join us for a hands-on class on making Gilgeori Toast, a popular Korean street food. You will prepare a version of this savory-sweet dish that pairs wasabi-mayo-crab with the traditional eggy-veg filling.

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.

All attendees need to register.

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

Writing Group: Tea & Poetry

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Description:

If you enjoy reading poetry, chances are you enjoy writing it, too! Join our informal monthly poetry writing group, where we'll share a cup of tea, discuss poetry topics, and write...

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

If you enjoy reading poetry, chances are you enjoy writing it, too! Join our informal monthly poetry writing group, where we'll share a cup of tea, discuss poetry topics, and write poetry. All experience levels are welcome.

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

Summer Reads: Ben Kahn

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Author Talks
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Description:

Ben Kahn is a critically-acclaimed writer of comic books and novels working in New York City. Ben has been writing for over a decade and has worked with a variety of publishers, in...

Offsite Event
Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Author Talks
Description:

Ben Kahn is a critically-acclaimed writer of comic books and novels working in New York City.

Disclaimer(s)

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Scavenger Hunt with Corky!

All Day
Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help! Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a pictur...

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

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Saturday Adventures

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Description:

Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing, crafts, and there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will al...

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

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

Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing, crafts, and there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!

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

LEGO® Creations

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 5 - 18, Teens
LEGO® Creations:

Want to build a castle? Or a spaceship? Or something totally new and different? Join us for a LEGO® program where you can build whatever you would like! We supply the blocks and yo...

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Kids ( 5 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games

Want to build a castle? Or a spaceship? Or something totally new and different? Join us for a LEGO® program where you can build whatever you would like! We supply the blocks and you supply the creativity! Bring a grown-up and build together!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Peter Rabbit Puppet Show

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Puppet Show
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 12
Description:

Peter Rabbit loves adventure and eating his veggies. Mr. McGregor grows the best vegetables in his garden, but Peter's not allowed to go there. What do you think will happen when P...

Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 12 )

Program Type: Puppet Show
Description:

Peter Rabbit loves adventure and eating his veggies. Mr. McGregor grows the best vegetables in his garden, but Peter's not allowed to go there. What do you think will happen when Peter decides to sneak into the garden? Will he get caught by Mr.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Saturday 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: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy 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)

Siblings are welcome to attend this program.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

CCPL at Westminster Pride Festival

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Offsite
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

CCPL will be at the Westminster Pride Festival on Saturday, July 13! See us for goodies, books, and more! In partnership with PFLAG Westminster-Carroll County and Rudolph Girls, we...

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

Description:

CCPL will be at the Westminster Pride Festival on Saturday, July 13! See us for goodies, books, and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Carroll County Writers Group

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association for their monthly meeting at CCPL's Finksburg Branch.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Join the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association for their monthly meeting at CCPL's Finksburg Branch.

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

Craft Workshop: Intro to Cosplay Shield

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Are you interested in cosplay but don't know how to make a prop? If so, please join us as we learn about the world of cosplay making through a fun workshop presented by our in-hous...

Required
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Are you interested in cosplay but don't know how to make a prop? If so, please join us as we learn about the world of cosplay making through a fun workshop presented by our in-house cosplay expert, Candace Birger, from Exploration Commons!

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Free Spirit Book Club: Doppelganger

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg 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 Doppelganger: A Trip into the Mirror World by Naomi Klein.

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg 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 Doppelganger: A Trip into the Mirror World by Naomi Klein.

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

LEGO® Creations

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, 5 - Adults, Teens, Adults
LEGO® Creations:

Want to build a castle? Or a spaceship? Or something totally new and different? Join us for a LEGO® program where you can build whatever you would like! We supply the blocks and yo...

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 5 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM

Want to build a castle? Or a spaceship? Or something totally new and different? Join us for a LEGO® program where you can build whatever you would like! We supply the blocks and you supply the creativity! Bring a grown-up and build together!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Super Awesome Dance Party with Mr. Craig

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 12
Description:

Kick off your weekend with one of Mr. Craig's raucous dance parties. There will be plenty of music, dancing, and fun.

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 12 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Kick off your weekend with one of Mr. Craig's raucous dance parties. There will be plenty of music, dancing, and fun.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Carroll County Critique Group

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Please join the Carroll County Critique Group as we meet to discuss our writing efforts and achievements.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Please join the Carroll County Critique Group as we meet to discuss our writing efforts and achievements.

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

Tai Chi for Wellness and Rehabilitation

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Tai chi is an ancient practice with origins in China. It is a mind/body practice incorporating breath and gentle movements to focus the mind. This program will assist the body in r...

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

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Description:

Tai chi is an ancient practice with origins in China. It is a mind/body practice incorporating breath and gentle movements to focus the mind. This program will assist the body in recovering from illness and maintaining wellness.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Marlene at Home: Visit to Local Fruit and Vegetable Stands and the Hampstead Farmer's Market

Sunday, July 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Online
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Per viewer request, Marlene at Home will visit local fruit and vegetable stands and a farmer's market to learn about more locations for homegrown goodness. You may see your favorit...

Virtual Event
Location: Online
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Gardening and Environment, Health and Wellness
Description:

Per viewer request, Marlene at Home will visit local fruit and vegetable stands and a farmer's market to learn about more locations for homegrown goodness. You may see your favorite stands or some new spots.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Scavenger Hunt with Corky!

All Day
Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help! Stop by CCPL's Taneytown Branch to pick up a paper Corky and a list of destinations, then take a pictur...

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

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Corky the penguin wants to explore Taneytown and is asking for your help!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Storytime

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy 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: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy 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)

Siblings are welcome to attend this program.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Peter Rabbit Puppet Show

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Puppet Show
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 12
Description:

Peter Rabbit loves adventure and eating his veggies. Mr. McGregor grows the best vegetables in his garden, but Peter's not allowed to go there. What do you think will happen when P...

Required
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 12 )

Program Type: Puppet Show
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Description:

Peter Rabbit loves adventure and eating his veggies. Mr. McGregor grows the best vegetables in his garden, but Peter's not allowed to go there. What do you think will happen when Peter decides to sneak into the garden? Will he get caught by Mr.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read and Play

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll 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: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read with a Ballerina

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Music Theater and Dance, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 12
Description:

Join Contempic School of Ballet for Reading with a Ballerina. Children will enjoy storytime and an excerpt performance from the Contempic School of Ballet.

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

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

Join Contempic School of Ballet for Reading with a Ballerina. Children will enjoy storytime and an excerpt performance from the Contempic School of Ballet.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Mock Trial Camp

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:30pm
Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room at Exploration Commons
Age Group:
11 - 14, Teens
Description:

Mock Trial Camp is designed for students entering grades 6 -9. In this two-day competition, students will learn about Mock Trial by taking on a legal case, either civil or cri...

Required
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 14 )
Teens

Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Mock Trial Camp is designed for students entering grades 6 -9. In this two-day competition, students will learn about Mock Trial by taking on a legal case, either civil or criminal in nature, that challenges them to think critically about tim