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Digitizing Sewing Patterns

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons
Registration
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Adobe Software, Sewing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:
In this class, participants will explore the basics of pattern digitizing. Pattern digitizing is the process of transforming paper sewing patterns into digital files with computer-aided design (CAD) systems for preservation, editing, and storage. Lea...

Adult DnD One Shot: A Most Potent Brew

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Mount Airy Branch
Registration
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Description:
Welcome adventurers! Join us for a fun-filled, self-contained one-shot adventure! This silly one-shot is friendly to both new and returning players. Bring your own level one character, or choose one of our pre-generated ones to make your own.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Sweet and Savory Waffles

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons
Registration
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Pass the syrup! In this class, you'll make and taste sweet and savory varieties of this breakfast favorite. Recipes will include Banana Oatmeal, Apple Fritter, Cheddar Bacon Jalapeño, Pulled Pork, and Belgian Coffee. ...

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.

Eldersburg Teen Advisory Board

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
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 got those too! ...

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group

6:00pm - 7:45pm
North Carroll Branch
Cancelled
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. Sharing stories, feelings, and experiences with people in similar situations is not only therapeutic, but also enlig...

April Showers Bring May Flowers

10:00am - 11:00am
Taneytown Branch
Registration
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:
Join us as we celebrate the changing weather of spring. We will read books, sing, and learn fun weather rhymes. Hands-on stations will be set up around the room. ...

Preschool Playtime

10:00am - 11:00am
Westminster Branch
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 5 )

Description:
Play is a fantastic way for children to develop their critical thinking skills. Join us for an open playtime where children can be imaginative and creative while exploring blocks, puzzles, playdough, and more. ...

Read and Play

10:00am - 11:00am
North Carroll Branch
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.

Sensory Sensitive Storytime

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

Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 48

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

Coffee with the Classics: Sunset Boulevard

10:00am - 12:00pm
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:
Join us for this month's selection, Billy Wilder's noir classic Sunset Boulevard, starring William Holden and Gloria Swanson. This movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 50 minutes. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Refreshments will be served.

Inclusive Making: Intro to 3D Printing with Tinkercad

10:00am - 12:00pm
Exploration Commons
Registration
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Join us for an inclusive makerspace class for teens and adults with disabilities! Discover the joy of creating as we dive into Tinkercad, an entry-level 3D design software! Each registration covers one participant and up to one direct support prof...

Spanish Language Practice Circle

10:30am - 11:30pm
Taneytown Branch
Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Description:
This is a friendly, informal group gathering monthly to practice speaking Spanish together. All levels are welcome; the leader will provide materials. ...

You Are a Poem

11:00am - 12:00pm
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 11 )

Description:
Celebrate National Poetry Month as we learn about poetry all around us and create some of our own poems! ...

Carroll County Health Department's Health on Wheels Mobile Services

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Taneytown Branch
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Description:
Health on Wheels will offer a range of services, including reproductive health services, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, blood pressure screening, smoking cessation, Naloxone training, peer support services, birth certificates, assistance with vaccines,...

Crafty Creations: Personal Poetry Jars

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Airy Branch
Registration
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Description:
Celebrate National Poetry Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch as we decorate poetry jars to hold your favorite poems! You can also use the jars for inspirational moments, personal reflections, quippy quotes, or gift them away. All supplies will be prov...

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Battle of the Books: Countywide Private and Home School Elementary School Battle

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Offsite
Offsite Event
Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Description:
Help us cheer on our students! Battle of the Books is an exciting book-based competition. Students compete in teams to answer questions relating to the content of a number of books. The game format creates interest and excitement in reading, while cu...

Battle of the Books: Westminster Area Elementary School Battle

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Offsite
Offsite Event
Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Description:
Help us cheer on our students! Battle of the Books is an exciting book-based competition. Students compete in teams to answer questions relating to the content of a number of books. The game format creates interest and excitement in reading, while cu...

Earth Day Fun!

9:30am - 4:30pm
Taneytown Branch
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! Earth activities are open to all, and families who registered their children to receive trees from Neighborhood Forest may pick them up between 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM....

Saturday Adventures

10:00am - 11:00am
Eldersburg Branch
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- there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun! ...

Advanced Laser Cutting: Precision Techniques

10:00am - 12:00pm
Exploration Commons
Registration
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:
We will discuss precision techniques to improve your laser project outcomes. Topics will include centering-point alignment, printed registration marks, using jigs or templates, and the importance of maintaining a settings notebook. Exploration Common...

Plant This, Not That: Native Plant Alternatives to Invasive Species

10:30am - 12:30pm
Finksburg Branch
Registration
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Description:
Join avid hobby gardener Mr. Max from CCPL's Finksburg Branch for a presentation on the state of our environment. Learning how to use native plants instead of non-native ornamentals will beautify spaces and benefit our local wildlife, ecosystem,...

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Saturday Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
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. 

Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Kids

11:00am - 12:00pm
Taneytown Branch
Registration
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 11 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:
CCPL's Taneytown Branch is having a monthly Super Smash Bros. tournament for kids, so join us to show you're the best Super Smash Bros. player your age in town! No prizes, just glory to the winner! ...

Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens

1:00pm - 2:00pm
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: 15
Description:
CCPL's Taneytown Branch is having a monthly Super Smash Bros. tournament for teens, so join us to show you're the best Super Smash Bros. player in town! No prizes, just glory to the winner! ...