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Read and Play

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg 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: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg 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 "Everyone" group.

Earth Day Celebration!

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Drop in to celebrate Earth Day with CCPL's Taneytown Branch and Neighborhood Forest!Earth activities are open to all, and families who registered their children to receive trees fr...

Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Drop in to celebrate Earth Day with CCPL's Taneytown Branch and Neighborhood Forest!

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.

Twos and Threes Together

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:30am
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 2 - 3
Twos and Threes Together:

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 3 )

Program Type: Storytime

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and 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.

Family Storytime

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll 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: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll 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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Storytime

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown 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: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown 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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Twos and Threes Together

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 2 - 3
Twos and Threes Together:

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 3 )

Program Type: Storytime

This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and 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 "Everyone" group.

Ask a Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages
Description:

Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Finksburg Branch lobby.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Finksburg Branch lobby.

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.

North Carroll Writers Group

Thursday, April 17, 2025 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.

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 Workforce Development Day

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Business and Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive p...

Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Business and Finance
Description:

Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.

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.

Family Storytime

Thursday, April 17, 2025 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. 

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.

Family Storytime

Thursday, April 17, 2025 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. 

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

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.

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, April 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, 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: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

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

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. 

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Intro to GameMaker

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
11 - 18, Teens
Description:

Learn the basics of computer programming using the user-friendly GameMaker, a 2D game engine. You'll leave having made your own basic video game and with the tools to continue our ...

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

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

Learn the basics of computer programming using the user-friendly GameMaker, a 2D game engine. You'll leave having made your own basic video game and with the tools to continue our game-making journey.

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.

Teen Crafts: Custom Book Spine Key Chains

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
11 - 17, Teens
Description:

Make a shrink film key chain depicting the spines of your favorite books! All supplies will be provided. 

Required
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

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

Make a shrink film key chain depicting the spines of your favorite books! All supplies will be provided. 

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

Laser Cutting Refresher

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
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 ...

Required
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
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 "Everyone" group.

Crafty Movie: Turning Red

Thursday, April 17, 2025 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 Turning Red. The movie is rated PG.

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 Turning Red. The movie 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. 

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Eldersburg Teen Advisory Board

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Service Learning Hours
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - 17
Description:

Calling all teens with a love of the library! Help us plan teen programming and influence our teen collections. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've g...

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 17 )

Program Type: Service Learning Hours
Description:

Calling all teens with a love of the library! Help us plan teen programming and influence our teen collections. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too!

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.

Entrepreneur Academy, Part 3: It's All About the Money

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Business and Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for an exciting series of five classes from the Business Department of Carroll Community College. Register for Part 3 of this free series at https://tinyurl.com/ea-pt3...

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

Program Type: Business and Finance
Description:

Join us for an exciting series of five classes from the Business Department of Carroll Community College. 

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.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Speaking with other people who have multiple sclerosis can be one of the most empowering and helpful things for someone with MS. Sharing stories, feelings, and experiences wit...

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

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Description:

Speaking with other people who have multiple sclerosis can be one of the most empowering and helpful things for someone with MS.

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

Bring Back The Pollinators: Our Native Bees

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Pollinators are incredibly important for the flowers we love, the food we eat, and for other wildlife. Join Laura O'Callaghan, Xerces Society Ambassador, as she explores the w...

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Pollinators are incredibly important for the flowers we love, the food we eat, and for other wildlife.

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.

Jack and the Beanstalk Puppet Show

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Puppet Show
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 12
Description:

Jack, a poor country boy, traded the family cow for a handful of magic beans, much to his mom's dismay. He wanted to prove they were magic, so he planted a bean outside. That ...

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 12 )

Program Type: Puppet Show
Description:

Jack, a poor country boy, traded the family cow for a handful of magic beans, much to his mom's dismay. He wanted to prove they were magic, so he planted a bean outside.

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.

English Language Practice Group

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for a friendly group gathering to practice speaking English. This program, led by a partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County, is geared toward adults who are Eng...

Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Join us for a friendly group gathering to practice speaking English. This program, led by a partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County, is geared toward adults who are English language learners.  

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.

Bunny Fun

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Description:

 Join us for a hopping good time. We'll make fun spring crafts, share stories, and have an egg hunt.

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

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

 Join us for a hopping good time. We'll make fun spring crafts, share stories, and have an egg hunt.

Disclaimer(s)

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