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CCGS Research Thursday

1:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Westminster Branch
Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

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

Group Cook: Traditional Irish Favorites

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Full
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

Wear your green and learn to make traditional Irish brown bread. While your bread bakes, we'll demo Guinness Beef Stew and Champ.

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-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.

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

Westminster Branch Chess Club

5:30pm–7:00pm
11 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Westminster Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 12, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor.

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

Crochet Circle

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Finksburg Branch
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:
Join our welcoming crochet group for a relaxing and creative experience! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crocheter, you’ll find support and inspiration here. New to crocheting?
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

10:45am–11:45am
Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Finksburg Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 13, 2026 @ 10:45am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 4 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Live Animals
Registration Required
Description:

An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy animals 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)

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

Only kids need to register. 

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

Starting Seeds for Your Garden

10:00am–11:30am
Kids, 10 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Taneytown Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 14, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 10 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for a hands-on program to start seeds for your garden. You'll learn about giving your seedlings the best start with the right conditions, how to prepare your seedlings for planting outside, and the best time to plant.

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

Advanced Sewing: Make a Korean Jeogori (Wrap Top)

1:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will close on March 14, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Sewing
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

Looking to put your sewing skills to the test? We'll make a Korean wrap top known as a jeogori together during this advanced-level class. 

Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons and Dragons Club

1:00pm–4:00pm
11 - 17, Teens
Mount Airy Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 14, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Welcome, adventurers! Join our table as we embark on a fun-filled campaign! Our game is friendly to both new and returning players. Our characters are currently level 1.

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

Pi Party

1:30pm–2:30pm
11 - 18, Teens
Taneytown Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 14, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

March 14 is Pi Day! Celebrate all things pi (and pie) with crafts and activities. And pie!

Disclaimer(s)

Refreshments will be served.

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

Marshmallow PEEPS® Showdown

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 14, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

You're invited to a Marshmallow PEEPS® showdown! Join us for a lighthearted flavor evaluation as we put our taste buds to the test.

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Robot Coding with Pepper

10:00am–11:30am
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 16, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

Code with Pepper, CCPL's social humanoid robot! Program Pepper to strike up a conversation using the drag-and-drop interface, Choregraphe. No previous coding experience is required.

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

The Chemistry of Trees and Forests

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids, 7 - 18, Teens
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 7 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Description:

Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for a hands-on program on the chemistry of trees and forests.

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

Battle of the Books Baubles

3:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, 8 - 17, Teens
Eldersburg Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 16, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Celebrate Battle of the Books season by making a mini book-filled ornament inspired by a viral TikTok craft!

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

Cook Together: Easy Lasagna Roll-Ups

5:30pm–7:00pm
Kids, 6 - 17, Teens
Exploration Commons
Full
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

In this family-friendly class, we will make delicious lasagna roll-ups and will enjoy our meal together in the kitchen. This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:

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-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.

Only kids need to register. 

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

Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 16, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

This hands-on training demonstrates three quick lifesaving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.

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

Save a Story: DIY Oral History

6:00pm–7:45pm
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Finksburg Branch
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Save a Story! DIY Oral History Interviewing trains everyone to take an oral history—from start to finish.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Baking Basics: Traditional Irish Soda Bread

1:30pm–3:00pm
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Description:

Get your Irish on! Join CCPL Board Member Dave O'Callaghan to bake a loaf of his family's age-honored Traditional Irish Soda Bread recipe.

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-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.

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

Art Therapy with Therapy Dogs

3:00pm–4:00pm
11 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Westminster Branch
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
( 11 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Live Animals
Description:

Unwind and express your creativity in a calming environment with the support of our friendly therapy dogs!

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

Needle Little Klatch?

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Westminster Branch
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Klatch (noun): a gathering usually characterized by informal conversation.

Join us for a casual, bi-weekly stitching club. All needle-crafters are welcome!

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

Intro to Roland GS-24 Vinyl Cutter

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 17, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

Come learn how to use the Roland GS-24 Vinyl Cutter, which can cut 24-inch-wide rolls by however long you want! This machine is like the Cricut Maker but can create larger projects like window decals.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Youth Community Service Group

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, 12 - 18
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 18 )

Program Type: Service Learning Hours
Description:

Connect with your community and earn service learning hours while collaborating on projects that will benefit Eldersburg and beyond. Our current project is to create centerpieces for the dining room tables at Oakland Manor.

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

Laser Cutting Refresher

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 18, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Understanding 3D Models: What Can I 3D Print?

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 18, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

In this class, we will review the basics of what to look out for in 3D models that you would like to have 3D printed.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

Cooking Basics: Eggs and Easy Breakfasts

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 18, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

This class is for beginner cooks with limited kitchen experience. Participants will learn the parts of a nutritionally balanced breakfast and how to prepare simple items through a mix of demonstration and hands-on activities. 

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-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.