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EC Program

Editing Audio in Audacity

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Exploration Commons
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults

Audacity is a free-to-use audio editing software available at Exploration Commons. In this class you will get a hands-on walkthrough of the main features and tools this software provides!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 20, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

Audacity is a free-to-use audio editing software available at Exploration Commons. In this class you will get a hands-on walkthrough of the main features and tools this software provides!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Laser Cutting Refresher

Laser Cutting Refresher

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults

If it's been a while since you passed your Exploration Commons Laser Certification and you could use a refresher on the process, this class is for you! Get a reintroduction to the basics of using our Epilog Fusion Pro and Edge lasers.  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 20, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

If it's been a while since you passed your Exploration Commons Laser Certification and you could use a refresher on the process, this class is for you! Get a reintroduction to the basics of using our Epilog Fusion Pro and Edge lasers.  

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

Intermediate Laser Skills: Designing Inlay Projects

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults

Build your laser design skills and improve your Adobe Illustrator workflow in this intermediate class. Explore the key factors in cutting inlay designs, learn how to measure kerf, and edit files for accurate results.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will open on May 21, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

Build your laser design skills and improve your Adobe Illustrator workflow in this intermediate class. Explore the key factors in cutting inlay designs, learn how to measure kerf, and edit files for accurate results.

This event is in the "Kids" group

ABCs & 123s: Dinosaurs

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 2 - 6

Join the fun as we explore letters and numbers. We’ll offer lots of engaging, hands-on activities to make learning fun!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 22, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 6 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Join the fun as we explore letters and numbers. We’ll offer lots of engaging, hands-on activities to make learning fun!

This event is in the "Everyone" group
Gray stone with a fossilized trilobite exposed seen from above.

Unearthing the Past: A Beginner's Guide to Fossils

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly, easy introduction to how fossils form and why they matter. You’ll get to see real examples from around Maryland and hear what they reveal about the state’s ancient environments.

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

Program Type: History and Genealogy, STEM/STEAM
Description:

Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly, easy introduction to how fossils form and why they matter. You’ll get to see real examples from around Maryland and hear what they reveal about the state’s ancient environments.

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

Create a Marble Maze with the CNC

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults

In this program we will create a personalized mini-marble maze by utilizing our Carvera Desktop CNC! Basic computer experience is required, but no experience with the Carvera CNC is needed. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will open on May 23, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

In this program we will create a personalized mini-marble maze by utilizing our Carvera Desktop CNC! Basic computer experience is required, but no experience with the Carvera CNC is needed. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Wooden gear created by laser cutting

Intro to Laser Cutting

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
This class is for customers looking to become certified for independent use of the Exploration Commons laser cutters.  We will cover simple project creation in Adobe Illustrator, the basics of the Epilog Dashboard software
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 25, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:
This class is for customers looking to become certified for independent use of the Exploration Commons laser cutters.  We will cover simple project creation in Adobe Illustrator, the basics of the Epilog Dashboard software
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to Carvera CNC

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults

This two-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 25, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

This two-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Laser cut filigree frame on a yellow background

Making for Seniors: Engrave a Simple Anodized Aluminum Project

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Adults

Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating!

This event is in the "Kids" group
EC Program

Prehistoric Projects: Laser-Engraved Dinosaur Puzzles

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 12

Come celebrate Summer Reading with a special prehistoric project: laser-engraved dinosaur puzzles! This is a pairs-making class. It is intended for one child that is 8-12 years old and one Exploration Commons laser-certified adult.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 12 )

Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

Come celebrate Summer Reading with a special prehistoric project: laser-engraved dinosaur puzzles! This is a pairs-making class. It is intended for one child that is 8-12 years old and one Exploration Commons laser-certified adult.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Introduction to Onshape

Next Steps with Onshape

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults

Welcome to the world of 3D modeling and design. In this class, we will review the computer-aided design (CAD) software Onshape by diving into the fundamentals and techniques to make a claw assembly.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

Welcome to the world of 3D modeling and design. In this class, we will review the computer-aided design (CAD) software Onshape by diving into the fundamentals and techniques to make a claw assembly.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Illustration of a phisher sitting on top of an open laptop dangling an ID card in shades of blue.

Risky Business: Fraud and Scam Prevention

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Business and Finance, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Adults
Online activity plays a big role in your everyday life—and knowing how to navigate it safely is more important than ever.
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 28, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Business and Finance, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:
Online activity plays a big role in your everyday life—and knowing how to navigate it safely is more important than ever.

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

Intro to Carvera CNC

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults

This two-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 25, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

This two-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Wooden gear created by laser cutting

Intro to Laser Cutting

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
This class is for customers looking to become certified for independent use of the Exploration Commons laser cutters.  We will cover simple project creation in Adobe Illustrator, the basics of the Epilog Dashboard software
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 30, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:
This class is for customers looking to become certified for independent use of the Exploration Commons laser cutters.  We will cover simple project creation in Adobe Illustrator, the basics of the Epilog Dashboard software
This event is in the "Teens" group
A stack of three smooth pebbles and a green geode over a white background.

Rocks and Geodes

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
11 - 17, Teens

Join us to crack open natural geodes and see what's inside! All materials will be provided for you.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 30, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Join us to crack open natural geodes and see what's inside! All materials will be provided for you.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Discover the Night Sky!

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Join the Westminster Astronomical Society and CCPL's Finksburg Branch for an evening of stargazing with inexpensive high-tech telescopes. Start by learning about the telescopes and the wonders of the night sky.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Join the Westminster Astronomical Society and CCPL's Finksburg Branch for an evening of stargazing with inexpensive high-tech telescopes. Start by learning about the telescopes and the wonders of the night sky.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

Create, Explore and More: Dino-Mite Dinosaurs

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 13, Teens

Stomp into a world of prehistoric fun! Kids will build their own dinosaur models and explore hands-on, dino-themed STEM activities that spark creativity and curiosity.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 2, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Stomp into a world of prehistoric fun! Kids will build their own dinosaur models and explore hands-on, dino-themed STEM activities that spark creativity and curiosity.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Laser cut jewelry

Creating Jewelry with Makerspace Technology

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Adobe Software, DIY Arts and Crafts, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults

Learn about the types of jewelry you can make with our makerspace technology. We will review the available equipment, selecting appropriate materials, and setting up design files for success.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 2, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Adobe Software, DIY Arts and Crafts, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

Learn about the types of jewelry you can make with our makerspace technology. We will review the available equipment, selecting appropriate materials, and setting up design files for success.

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

Next Steps with Adobe Illustrator: Image Tracing

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults

In this class, we will be going over the image trace feature in Adobe Illustrator. We will be looking at a few different images and going over the multiple options of image tracing to get the best result for each image.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 2, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

In this class, we will be going over the image trace feature in Adobe Illustrator. We will be looking at a few different images and going over the multiple options of image tracing to get the best result for each image.

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

Intro to MakeraCAM

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults

In this class we will go over utilizing MakeraCAM, the base design software that we teach for using our Carvera CNC!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 3, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

In this class we will go over utilizing MakeraCAM, the base design software that we teach for using our Carvera CNC!

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

STEAMtivity

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, 6 - 18, Teens

Dive into STEAM and creativity with hands-on, open-ended projects. Each session will feature new challenges where you can build, invent, experiment, and use your imagination and creativity to solve fun problems.

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Description:

Dive into STEAM and creativity with hands-on, open-ended projects. Each session will feature new challenges where you can build, invent, experiment, and use your imagination and creativity to solve fun problems.

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
EC Program

Teen Laser Class: Engraved Livestock Brushes

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - 18

Getting ready for the summer livestock or horse show season? Join us to customize a wood-handled grooming brush to express your personality!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will open on June 4, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 18 )

Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

Getting ready for the summer livestock or horse show season? Join us to customize a wood-handled grooming brush to express your personality!

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
This event is in the "Kids" group

Journey to the Center of the Earth with the Science Guys!

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 12

Join us as we travel from outer space inward to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible!

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

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Description:

Join us as we travel from outer space inward to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible!