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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mount Airy Knitters

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Move & Groove Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Kids, Birth - 8
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime
Description:

This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Birth - 8
Taneytown Branch
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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Offsite Event
Location: Offsite
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 Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read and Play

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy 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)

Siblings are welcome to attend this program.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Ready, Set, School!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, 3 - 6
Finksburg Branch
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: Storytime

An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Twos and Threes Together

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, 2 - 3
Westminster Branch
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Unwind Your Mind: Adult Coloring Book Group

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

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

Do you feel like you're going in a dozen directions? Or maybe you're not focusing due to hectic schedules. Sometimes, we need to stop everything and concentrate on the simpler things.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coffee with the Classics: The Odd Couple

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Join us for this month's selection, Neil Simon's comedy, The Odd Couple, starring Walter Matthau and Jack Lemmon.

Disclaimer(s)

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Transitioning to Medicare Part 1

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Adults
Westminster Branch
Registration
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Business and Finance, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Description:

Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning to Medicare.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

Irish Soda Breads

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Registration
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

We will explore the classic Irish soda bread recipes in this hands-on class.

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

ASL Practice Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Description:

Join us once a month for our brand-new ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Club! We will have conversational games and prompts to help keep your skills up. All fluency levels are welcome! 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Taneytown Anime Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
11 - 17, Teens
Taneytown Branch
Registration
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Join us each month for an anime-themed craft and a chance to watch the latest and greatest anime on Crunchyroll with other Taneytown teens! 

Disclaimer(s)

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Eldersburg Branch Anime Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
11 - 17, Teens
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Description:

Join us at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch for all things anime and manga! Watch the first episode of an anime, make anime-themed Perler bead crafts, discuss your favorite series, share your artwork, and more!

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

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Fun Night

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kids, Birth - 8
North Carroll Branch
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Wear your pajamas and listen to stories before bed. Join us for family fun, featuring stories, music, crafts, play, and time with friends.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Chris Grabenstein: Mr. Lemoncello's Fantabulous Finale

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Everyone, All Ages
Offsite
Registration
Offsite Event
Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Author Talks
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 246
Description:

CHRIS GRABENSTEIN is the multiple award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the LEMONCELLO

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

The Green TerrorTones A Cappella Ensemble Concert

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Finksburg Branch
Registration
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

Come hear of a selection of a cappella jazz, holiday songs, pop, and folk tunes from McDaniel College's Green TerrorTones.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read and Play

9:30am - 10:30am
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
Eldersburg Branch
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.

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

VCarve: Create a Marble Maze with the CNC

9:30am - 11:30am
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Registration
Payment
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
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Join us for a hands-on session where we create a marble maze on Exploration Commons' Iconic CNC router. Previous basic computer experience is required, but no experience with the CNC router or design software is needed.

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.

Twos and Threes Together

9:45am - 10:30am
Kids, 2 - 3
Finksburg Branch
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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bears, Bears, Everywhere

10:00am - 11:00am
Everyone, All Ages
Taneytown Branch
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Description:

Join us for a "bear-y" good time as we learn all about bears! Bring your favorite stuffed bear to our program! We will read books, sing songs, and create a fun craft.

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.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Birth - 8
North Carroll Branch
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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Birth - 8
Mount Airy Branch
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.