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North Carroll Writers Group

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Carroll Small Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to mo...

Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Carroll County Workforce Development Day

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Taneytown Study Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Business and Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join Carroll County Workforce Development for a pop-up event at CCPL's Taneytown Branch! Learn about free career services, opportunities for free training, updating your resume, an...

Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Study Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Business and Finance
Description:

Join Carroll County Workforce Development for a pop-up event at CCPL's Taneytown Branch! Learn about free career services, opportunities for free training, updating your resume, and getting connected to employers.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Storytime

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg 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: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg 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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read and Play

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg 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: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg 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.

Family Storytime

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster 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: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
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. 

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

Flight & Migration with Migration Matters Game

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games, Gardening and Environment, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 18, Teens
Description:

Join 4-H Environmental Educator Torrey Silliman to explore why birds fly! Birds are one of three groups of animals that have evolved the ability to fly (along with insects and bats...

Required
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games, Gardening and Environment, STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Description:

Join 4-H Environmental Educator Torrey Silliman to explore why birds fly! Birds are one of three groups of animals that have evolved the ability to fly (along with insects and bats). How do they do it?

Disclaimer(s)

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

This is one of many Maryland STEM Festival events being held around the state. Learn more about the MD STEM Festival here.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Demystifying Funeral Planning

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

What goes into planning a funeral or memorial celebration? What are all the options, and how can you ensure your wishes are followed? What are the benefits of preplanning versus so...

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

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Description:

What goes into planning a funeral or memorial celebration? What are all the options, and how can you ensure your wishes are followed? What are the benefits of preplanning versus someone making these decisions after a death?

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Crafty Movie: Strange World

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Come out to make a fun craft and watch Strange World. The film is rated PG.

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

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Come out to make a fun craft and watch Strange World. The film is rated PG.

Disclaimer(s)

Refreshments will be served.

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

Festive Fall Charcuterie Board for Two: Day One

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Laser and CNC Machines, Cooking, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Step up your fall snacking game with this two-session hybrid makerspace/teaching kitchen class! On day one, we'll use design software and our Fusion Pro laser cutter to make a cust...

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, Cooking, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Step up your fall snacking game with this two-session hybrid makerspace/teaching kitchen class! On day one, we'll use design software and our Fusion Pro laser cutter to make a custom fall-themed or winter-themed charcuterie board.

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.

This is one of many Maryland STEM Festival events being held around the state. Learn more about the MD STEM Festival here.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read to a Dog

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Live Animals
Age Group:
Kids, 4 - 12
Description:

Read to a puppy from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program! Reading to a dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially for struggling...

Location: North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 4 - 12 )

Program Type: Live Animals
Description:

Read to a puppy from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program! Reading to a dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially for struggling readers.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Classic Movie Bingo

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for a fun bingo night with plenty of prize-winning and a classic movie twist!

Required
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Join us for a fun bingo night with plenty of prize-winning and a classic movie twist!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Pajama Party Storytime

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Pajama Party Storytime:

Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for youn...

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

Program Type: Storytime

Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities 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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Mix and Mingle

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 5
Description:

This is a fun, informal, and play-based program for children and their caregivers. Each month, we fill the meeting room with toys and activities that encourage learning and healthy...

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 5 )

Description:

This is a fun, informal, and play-based program for children and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Sensory Sensitive Storytime

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Sensory Sensitive Storytime:

This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free storytime.

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

Program Type: Storytime

This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free storytime.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Bird Parade

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Description:

It's a bird parade! Celebrate our feathered friends in style. We'll make crafts, play with kites, and show off our looks with a parade around the library.

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

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

It's a bird parade! Celebrate our feathered friends in style. We'll make crafts, play with kites, and show off our looks with a parade around the library.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Preschool Science: Make and Learn Kits

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 6
Description:

Join us as we encourage preschoolers to think like scientists while observing, examining, and exploring various Make and Learn Kits. We will explore technology, math, engineering, ...

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Description:

Join us as we encourage preschoolers to think like scientists while observing, examining, and exploring various Make and Learn Kits. We will explore technology, math, engineering, and much more!

Disclaimer(s)

This is one of many Maryland STEM Festival events being held around the state. Learn more about the MD STEM Festival here.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read and Play

Friday, November 8, 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:45am
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Live Animals
Age Group:
Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Description:

An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy dogs for people and children of all abilities. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills and helps with social skills...

Required
Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 4 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Live Animals
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Description:

An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy dogs for people and children of all abilities. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages.

Disclaimer(s)

Only kids need to register. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ultimate Holiday Mocktails

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Add some new alcohol-free drink options to your next holiday gathering!

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Description:

Add some new alcohol-free drink options to your next holiday gathering!

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Shrekfest

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
11 - 17, Teens
Description:

Join the Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board as we kick off our Shrekfest! Celebrate like you're Lord Farquaad with Gingerbread Man crafts, a showing of the original Shrek movie...

Required
Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Description:

Join the Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board as we kick off our Shrekfest!

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Saturday Adventures

Saturday, November 9, 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.

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stress Busters

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Need some time to de-stress? Come try some stress busters, from a make-your-own sugar scrub to chocolate tasting and coloring sheets.

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

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

Need some time to de-stress? Come try some stress busters, from a make-your-own sugar scrub to chocolate tasting and coloring sheets.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Carroll County Writers Group

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:15pm
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 as we discuss "Historical Research Strategies in Period Fic...

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 as we discuss "Historical Research Strategies in Period Fiction and Creative Nonfiction Writing."