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Can You Find Gnome-E-O?

All Day
North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Our friend Gnome-E-O is here for the madness of March at CCPL's North Carroll Branch. Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot!

Location: North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Our friend Gnome-E-O is here for the madness of March at CCPL's North Carroll Branch. Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Carroll 250: American Revolutionary War Tavern Exhibit

All Day
North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Taverns during the American Revolution fostered the spirit of revolution and community.

Location: North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Taverns during the American Revolution fostered the spirit of revolution and community.

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 "Everyone" group

Spring Book Sale

All Day
Finksburg Small Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

$5 Bag Sale! Get ready for spring with some great reads!

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

Description:

$5 Bag Sale! Get ready for spring with some great reads!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Q&A with the Small Business Administration

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 1:30pm
North Carroll Study Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Business and Finance
Age Group:
Adults

Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses.

Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Study Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Business and Finance
Description:

Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

A World of Bugs!

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Live Animals, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Meet Ryan "The Bug Man" and his vast collection of bugs! He'll show you hundreds of incredible bugs—insects from around the globe. Tons of cool bug fun is guaranteed!

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Live Animals, STEM/STEAM
Description:

Meet Ryan "The Bug Man" and his vast collection of bugs! He'll show you hundreds of incredible bugs—insects from around the globe. Tons of cool bug fun is guaranteed!

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

Celebrate Spring!

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 2 - 6

Join the fun as we celebrate spring! We'll share stories, songs, activities, and a craft. 

Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 6 )

Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime
Description:

Join the fun as we celebrate spring! We'll share stories, songs, activities, and a craft. 

Disclaimer(s)

Only kids need to register. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Yoga with Meditation

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 6, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Coffee with the Classics: To Catch a Thief

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for our March selection, Alfred Hitchcock's To Catch a Thief, starring Cary Grant and Grace Kelly.

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Join us for our March selection, Alfred Hitchcock's To Catch a Thief, starring Cary Grant and Grace Kelly.

Disclaimer(s)

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Spring Into Reading Book Sale

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Celebrate spring with our library book sale! Browse a fresh selection of gently used books and media for all ages and interests—fiction, nonfiction, children’s titles, and more.

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Description:

Celebrate spring with our library book sale! Browse a fresh selection of gently used books and media for all ages and interests—fiction, nonfiction, children’s titles, and more.

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

Spanish Language Practice Circle

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a friendly and informal group gathering to practice speaking Spanish together. This program is for intermediate and advanced-level Spanish speakers. A partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County will lead this program.

Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Join us for a friendly and informal group gathering to practice speaking Spanish together. This program is for intermediate and advanced-level Spanish speakers. A partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County will lead this program.

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

Nurturing Touch: Infant Massage Class

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a supportive, hands-on group for caregivers and their babies from birth to one year of age.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 6, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for a supportive, hands-on group for caregivers and their babies from birth to one year of age.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Only adults need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Nintendo Afternoon

Friday, March 20, 2026 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

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

Intro to Laser Cutting

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults

This beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 6, 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 beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Can You Find Gnome-E-O?

All Day
North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Our friend Gnome-E-O is here for the madness of March at CCPL's North Carroll Branch. Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot!

Location: North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Our friend Gnome-E-O is here for the madness of March at CCPL's North Carroll Branch. Stop by the library often to see if you can find Gnome-E-O's hiding spot!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Carroll 250: American Revolutionary War Tavern Exhibit

All Day
North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Taverns during the American Revolution fostered the spirit of revolution and community.

Location: North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Taverns during the American Revolution fostered the spirit of revolution and community.

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 "Everyone" group

Spring Book Sale

All Day
Finksburg Small Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

$5 Bag Sale! Get ready for spring with some great reads!

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

Description:

$5 Bag Sale! Get ready for spring with some great reads!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Spring Into Reading Book Sale

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 9:00am - 3:30pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Celebrate spring with our library book sale! Browse a fresh selection of gently used books and media for all ages and interests—fiction, nonfiction, children’s titles, and more.

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Description:

Celebrate spring with our library book sale! Browse a fresh selection of gently used books and media for all ages and interests—fiction, nonfiction, children’s titles, and more.

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

Yoga and Pranayama for Stress Relief

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

This program includes a gentle yoga practice, pranayama (breath exercises), and meditation to allow you to let go of tension, relax, and relieve stress. Breathing techniques and physical postures will be practiced that can be utilized off you

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 7, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

This program includes a gentle yoga practice, pranayama (breath exercises), and meditation to allow you to let go of tension, relax, and relieve stress. Breathing techniques and physical postures will be practiced that can be utilized off you

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
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)

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

Siblings are welcome to attend this program.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Frozen: A Saturday Adventures Storytime

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Music Theater and Dance, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8

Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! This week, we will have a special Frozen storytime featuring the cast of Century High School Drama Club's Frozen: The Musical

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

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Music Theater and Dance, Storytime
Description:

Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! This week, we will have a special Frozen storytime featuring the cast of Century High School Drama Club's Frozen: The Musical

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

Open Sewing Studio (Bring Your Own Sewing Machine)

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Sewing
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults

Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 7, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Sewing
Registration Required
Description:

Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.

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

Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine)

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Sewing
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults

Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 7, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Sewing
Registration Required
Description:

Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.

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

Read with a Furry Friend

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Live Animals
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults

Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 7, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Live Animals
Registration Required
Description:

Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages.

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

Mt. Cuba Center Presents: Feeding Wildlife with Native Plants

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Online
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

Local gardeners and wildlife enthusiasts are welcome to join CCPL for a virtual presentation with Leah Brooks from Mt. Cuba Center in Hockessin, Delaware.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will open on March 7, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Online
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Description:

Local gardeners and wildlife enthusiasts are welcome to join CCPL for a virtual presentation with Leah Brooks from Mt. Cuba Center in Hockessin, Delaware.

Disclaimer(s)

Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.