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Midwives to the Revolution: Maryland Women in the Early American Printing Industry

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults

In an age when women’s voices were often silenced, some found power in ink and paper. Join Dr.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 28, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Registration Required
Description:

In an age when women’s voices were often silenced, some found power in ink and paper. Join Dr.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Carroll 250: The Memory of Landscape

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

Join us for an exciting lecture from retired National Park Service park ranger, historian, and cultural resource specialist Winona Peterson. All landscapes have stories to tell, even the ones we interact with daily.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for an exciting lecture from retired National Park Service park ranger, historian, and cultural resource specialist Winona Peterson. All landscapes have stories to tell, even the ones we interact with daily.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

CCGS Research Thursday

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Westminster Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Carroll 250: Patriots Buried in Carroll County Cemeteries

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

“Every man has two deaths, when he is buried in the ground and the last time someone says his name. In some ways men can be immortal.” – Ernest Hemingway

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 20, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Registration Required
Description:

“Every man has two deaths, when he is buried in the ground and the last time someone says his name. In some ways men can be immortal.” – Ernest Hemingway

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

Family Silver in American Life

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

Silver played an increasingly important role in American life from the Colonial period until well into the 20th century.

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

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Silver played an increasingly important role in American life from the Colonial period until well into the 20th century.

Disclaimer(s)

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

CCGS Research Thursday

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Westminster Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

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

CCGS Research Thursday

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Westminster Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

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

CCGS Research Thursday

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Westminster Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Artifacts That Tell a Story: Military History with Butch Maisel

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults

Join us for an evening exploring military artifacts from the Boys’ Latin School of Maryland Center for Military History with Butch Maisel.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for an evening exploring military artifacts from the Boys’ Latin School of Maryland Center for Military History with Butch Maisel.

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.

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

CCGS Research Thursday

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Westminster Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Write Your Roots: Transforming Family History Research into Published Works

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

Learn how to transform family history research into compelling articles, books, or screenplays! Join screenwriter and novelist Heather P.

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

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Learn how to transform family history research into compelling articles, books, or screenplays! Join screenwriter and novelist Heather P.

Disclaimer(s)

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

CCGS Research Thursday

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Westminster Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Memorial 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 Memorial Day Holiday

Closing
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 Memorial Day Holiday

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

CCGS Research Thursday

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Westminster Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Swingin' Sixties: Part 1

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
11 - Adults, Teens, Adults

A youth-driven cultural revolution that took place in the US during the 1960s, emphasizing modernity and fun-loving self-indulgence. Explore the era’s transformative history, music, fashion, and pop culture.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 16, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
( 11 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Registration Required
Description:

A youth-driven cultural revolution that took place in the US during the 1960s, emphasizing modernity and fun-loving self-indulgence. Explore the era’s transformative history, music, fashion, and pop culture.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Juneteenth

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online

Independence Day

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online

Labor 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 Labor Day Holiday

Closing
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 Labor Day Holiday

Carroll Book Festival

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online

Staff Training

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online

Veterans Day

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters

Library closed for Veteran's Day

Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Description:

Library closed for Veteran's Day

Thanksgiving Eve

Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online

Thanksgiving

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters

Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday

Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Description:

Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday

Thanksgiving

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