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Saturday Adventures

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8

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!

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Open Sewing Studio (Bring Your Own Sewing Machine)

Saturday, June 13, 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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 30, 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.

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

Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine)

Saturday, June 13, 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 May 30, 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 "Everyone" group

Salute to America!

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
History and Genealogy, Music Theater and Dance
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

All ages are invited to celebrate America's 250th anniversary with the Old Line Statesmen Chorus! Hear this rousing local men's a cappella chorus that has been singing four-part harmony since 1982.

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

Program Type: History and Genealogy, Music Theater and Dance
Description:

All ages are invited to celebrate America's 250th anniversary with the Old Line Statesmen Chorus! Hear this rousing local men's a cappella chorus that has been singing four-part harmony since 1982.

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 County Writers Group

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:15pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Please join us for the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association. MWA chapter meetings are open to the public.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Please join us for the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association. MWA chapter meetings are open to the public.

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

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

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 "Adults" group

Free Spirit Book Club: The Devil in the White City

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Book Discussion Group:

Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books ...

This month's selection is The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson.

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

Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas.

This month's selection is The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson.

This event is in the "Kids" group

More Than a Sock Puppet

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, 5 - 12

This isn't your same old sock puppet! Create a hand puppet using everyday supplies. You can create a person, an animal, or the most fantastical creature your imagination can conjure!

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 5 - 12 )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

This isn't your same old sock puppet! Create a hand puppet using everyday supplies. You can create a person, an animal, or the most fantastical creature your imagination can conjure!

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 Summer Adventure

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Finksburg Small Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
11 - 18, Teens

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!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 30, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

The Tangle Circle

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:15pm
Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults

Relax and learn the simple, meditative art of Zentangle. Join CZTs Melissa Grim & Barb Szaro in person to relax and create beautiful patterns one stroke at a time. No art experience needed.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 30, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

Relax and learn the simple, meditative art of Zentangle. Join CZTs Melissa Grim & Barb Szaro in person to relax and create beautiful patterns one stroke at a time. No art experience needed.

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

Carroll County Critique Group

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Join our critique group and take your writing to the next level! This is a welcoming space where writers come together to share their work, receive thoughtful, constructive feedback, and grow through the power of revision and rewriting. 

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Join our critique group and take your writing to the next level! This is a welcoming space where writers come together to share their work, receive thoughtful, constructive feedback, and grow through the power of revision and rewriting. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Storytime

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy 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: 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

Family Storytime

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
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. 

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

Read and Play

Monday, June 15, 2026 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.

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

Let's Move!

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8

Join us for an interactive storytime where we're learning through movement. We'll explore books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles!

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

Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Join us for an interactive storytime where we're learning through movement. We'll explore books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles!

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

Move and Learn

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8

A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.

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

Program Type: Storytime
Description:

A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.

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

Super Mario Galaxy Escape Room

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 13, Teens

Oh no, Bowser Jr. is causing trouble on a galactic scale! Will you be able to work together to find the clues and solve the puzzles in this Super Mario-themed escape room and help Mario & Luigi save the galaxy before it's too late? 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 13 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Oh no, Bowser Jr. is causing trouble on a galactic scale! Will you be able to work together to find the clues and solve the puzzles in this Super Mario-themed escape room and help Mario & Luigi save the galaxy before it's too late? 

Disclaimer(s)

Only kids need to register. 

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

Super Mario Galaxy Escape Room

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 13, Teens

Oh no, Bowser Jr. is causing trouble on a galactic scale! Will you be able to work together to find the clues and solve the puzzles in this Super Mario-themed escape room and help Mario & Luigi save the galaxy before it's too late? 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 13 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Oh no, Bowser Jr. is causing trouble on a galactic scale! Will you be able to work together to find the clues and solve the puzzles in this Super Mario-themed escape room and help Mario & Luigi save the galaxy before it's too late? 

Disclaimer(s)

Only kids need to register. 

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

Celebrate National Foam Party Day

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 4 - 17, Teens

Celebrate National Foam Party Day with a fun foam celebration! Join us for a foam party. We'll have flying foam, squirt guns, and fun. Be prepared to get wet; bring a towel.

Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 4 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Celebrate National Foam Party Day with a fun foam celebration! Join us for a foam party. We'll have flying foam, squirt guns, and fun. Be prepared to get wet; bring a towel.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Role-Playing Game Night

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 6 - 11

Tabletop role-playing games are story-based games focused on player choice and randomized encounters, built around cooperation and group learning.

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 11 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Tabletop role-playing games are story-based games focused on player choice and randomized encounters, built around cooperation and group learning.

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

Italian Biscotti

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults

Learn how to make crispy, twice-baked Italian Biscotti Cookies. Each table will make a different flavor batch to be split evenly among registrants.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

Learn how to make crispy, twice-baked Italian Biscotti Cookies. Each table will make a different flavor batch to be split evenly among registrants.

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.

Closed-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Yoga with Meditation

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 June 1, 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 "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.