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It's All Fun & Games to Me

Monday, April 21, 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. 

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

Secret Agent Training

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 13, Teens
Description:

Join us for activities and games to train you as a secret agent.

Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 13 )
Teens

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

Join us for activities and games to train you as a secret agent.

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.

Open Mah Jongg

Monday, April 21, 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...

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

Fun and Games

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 17, Teens
Description:

Join us to play a variety of board games, card games, party games, and group games in a relaxed atmosphere geared toward homeschoolers.

Cancelled
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Join us to play a variety of board games, card games, party games, and group games in a relaxed atmosphere geared toward homeschoolers.

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Westminster Branch Chess Club

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
11 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Description:

Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instruct...

Required
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
( 11 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor.

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.

A Wicked Lock-In

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - 18
Description:

Join us for a lock-in with a Wicked theme! We'll screen the movie, play games, and make crafts inspired by the film. Wicked is rated PG.

Required
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 18 )

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

Join us for a lock-in with a Wicked theme! We'll screen the movie, play games, and make crafts inspired by the film. Wicked 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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Saturday Adventures

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
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: 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!

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.

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 "Adults" group.

It's All Fun & Games to Me

Monday, April 28, 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. 

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

Fun and Games

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 17, Teens
Description:

Join us to play a variety of board games, card games, party games, and group games in a relaxed atmosphere geared toward homeschoolers.

Cancelled
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Join us to play a variety of board games, card games, party games, and group games in a relaxed atmosphere geared toward homeschoolers.

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.

Nintendo Afternoon

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Westminster Young Adult Window Display at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
11 - 17, Teens
Description:

Join us in our Young Adult Area for gaming on our Nintendo Switch. Bring your friends and take turns playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games will be provided. 

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Young Adult Window Display
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM
Description:

Join us in our Young Adult Area for gaming on our Nintendo Switch. Bring your friends and take turns playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games will be provided. 

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

Mah Jongg Practice & Play

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Description:

If you have experience with Mah Jongg, either from our 101 Class or from playing a little bit, come on over and practice with us. This session is meant for beginners, but experienc...

Required
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

If you have experience with Mah Jongg, either from our 101 Class or from playing a little bit, come on over and practice with us. This session is meant for beginners, but experienced players are welcome to assist.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Free Comic Book Day

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Age Group:
11 - 18, Teens
Description:

BOOM! POW! WHAM! Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the library with comic giveaways, comic book bookmarks, and episodes of The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes!

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 18 )
Teens

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

BOOM! POW! WHAM! Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the library with comic giveaways, comic book bookmarks, and episodes of The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes!

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.

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 "Kids" group.

Saturday Adventures

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Description:

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

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

Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime
Description:

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

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.

It's All Fun & Games to Me

Monday, May 5, 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. 

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

Fun and Games

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 17, Teens
Description:

Join us to play a variety of board games, card games, party games, and group games in a relaxed atmosphere geared toward homeschoolers.

Cancelled
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Join us to play a variety of board games, card games, party games, and group games in a relaxed atmosphere geared toward homeschoolers.

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, May 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
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: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 15

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. 

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

Westminster Branch Chess Club

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
11 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Description:

Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instruct...

Required
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
( 11 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor.

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 "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 "Kids" group.

Saturday Adventures

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Description:

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

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

Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime
Description:

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

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.

Dungeons and Dragons Club

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
11 - 18, Teens
Description:

Welcome adventurers! Join our table as we embark on a fun-filled campaign! Our game is friendly to both new and returning players. Our characters are currently level 4. We will hav...

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

Program Type: Fun and Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:

Welcome adventurers! Join our table as we embark on a fun-filled campaign! Our game is friendly to both new and returning players. Our characters are currently level 4.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.