This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Let's Bead 5:30pm–6:30pm 11 - Adults, Teens, Adults Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "11 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Let's Bead 5:30pm–6:30pm Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on May 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: ( 11 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Registration Required Description: Join for an hour of free beading creation time to reduce stress and socialize. No instructions or lessons 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Write Your Roots: Transforming Family History Research into Published Works 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Write Your Roots: Transforming Family History Research into Published Works 6:30pm–7:30pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: History and Genealogy Description: Learn how to transform family history research into compelling articles, books, or screenplays! Join screenwriter and novelist Heather P. 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 May 19 2026 Tue Needle Little Klatch? 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 19 2026 Tue Needle Little Klatch? 5:00pm–7:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 May 19 2026 Tue Beginner Cricut: Create a Multi-Colored Project with Vinyl 5:30pm–7:30pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 19 2026 Tue Beginner Cricut: Create a Multi-Colored Project with Vinyl 5:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 5, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: In this class, participants will learn how to use Cricut Design Space and a Cricut machine to create and assemble a multi-colored vinyl sticker. All materials will be supplied, and no previous Cricut experience is required. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group May 19 2026 Tue Watercolor Galaxies 6:30pm–7:30pm 11 - 18, Teens Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "11 - 18" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 19 2026 Tue Watercolor Galaxies 6:30pm–7:30pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room Age Group: ( 11 - 18 ) Teens Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Join us to learn the basics of painting watercolor galaxies! We'll have a relaxing hour of art and go over the fun of painting stars and galaxies at a beginner level, with plenty of room to personalize your piece. 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 May 20 2026 Wed Next Steps with Arduino 1:00pm–3:00pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 20 2026 Wed Next Steps with Arduino 1:00pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 6, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Microcontrollers are everywhere and are often the unseen heroes of our modern world. From coffee makers to elevators, and even the television remote control, microcontrollers can be programmed to fulfill a variety of simple tasks. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 20 2026 Wed Satisfying Weeknight Pasta Sauce 5:30pm–7:00pm 11 - Adults, Teens, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "11 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 20 2026 Wed Satisfying Weeknight Pasta Sauce 5:30pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 6, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: ( 11 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: We’ll make a savory, vegetarian pasta sauce that even meat-eaters will enjoy. This hands-on class will demonstrate how to create rich flavor and satisfying texture while keeping weeknight prep quick by using a food processor. 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 May 20 2026 Wed Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet 6:00pm–7:45pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 20 2026 Wed Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet 6:00pm–7:45pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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. 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 May 21 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Make a Canvas Tote (Class 2) 9:30am–12:30pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 21 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Make a Canvas Tote (Class 2) 9:30am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 7, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Registration Required Payment Required Description: Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn how to work with different-weight fabrics and sew a boxed corner.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 21 2026 Thu Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone 1:00pm–2:00pm Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 21 2026 Thu Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone 1:00pm–2:00pm Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on May 7, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Adults" group May 21 2026 Thu CCGS Research Thursday 1:00pm–4:00pm Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 21 2026 Thu CCGS Research Thursday 1:00pm–4:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 May 21 2026 Thu Westminster Branch Chess Club 5:30pm–7:00pm 11 - Adults, Teens, Adults Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "11 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 21 2026 Thu Westminster Branch Chess Club 5:30pm–7:00pm Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration will open on May 7, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) 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 May 21 2026 Thu Eldersburg Teen Advisory Board 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens, 12 - 17 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 17" group May 21 2026 Thu Eldersburg Teen Advisory Board 6:00pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 22 2026 Fri Read with a Furry Friend: Adaptive Program for Adults 10:00am–11:00am Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 22 2026 Fri Read with a Furry Friend: Adaptive Program for Adults 10:00am–11:00am Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Live Animals Description: Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will be here to enjoy a meet-and-greet with new adult friends!
This event is in the "Teens" group May 22 2026 Fri Teens Cook: Personal Pizza 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens, 13 - 18 Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - 18" group May 22 2026 Fri Teens Cook: Personal Pizza 2:00pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 8, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 13 - 18 ) Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: CCPS has early dismissal today! Teens, come spend the afternoon in our teaching kitchen making your own personal pizza with the toppings of your own choosing. 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. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 23 2026 Sat College Prep 101 10:00am–11:00am Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 23 2026 Sat College Prep 101 10:00am–11:00am Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Business and Finance Description: Whether you're a soon-to-be-senior or the parent of a prospective grad, don't be intimidated by college and financial aid applications. 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 May 23 2026 Sat Intro to Laser Cutting 10:00am–12:30pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 23 2026 Sat Intro to Laser Cutting 10:00am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 9, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 23 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 4 - 17, Teens Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 23 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - 17 ) Teens Program Type: Live Animals Description: Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog from My Caring Paws. Research shows that reading to animals can boost children's reading skills and help with emotional and social skills. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
May 25 2026 Mon Memorial Day All Day Some Branches Closing May 25 2026 Mon Closing Memorial Day All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite Description: Closed for the Memorial Day Holiday
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 26 2026 Tue Laser Cutting Refresher 4:30pm–7:00pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 26 2026 Tue Laser Cutting Refresher 4:30pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 12, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 May 26 2026 Tue Diverse Voices Book Club: Feeding Ghosts 5:00pm–6:30pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 26 2026 Tue Diverse Voices Book Club: Feeding Ghosts 5:00pm–6:30pm Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration will open on May 12, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Small Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Description: Join us for a monthly book discussion focusing on a diverse author's work. Each month, we will select a young adult or adult title written by an author from a diverse background so we can learn from others' perspectives. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.
This event is in the "Teens" group May 26 2026 Tue Mount Airy Teen Advisory Board 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, 12 - 17 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 17" group May 26 2026 Tue Mount Airy Teen Advisory Board 6:30pm–7:30pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 12 - 17 ) Program Type: Service Learning Hours Description: Calling all teens with a love of the library! Earn service hours while making friends, beautifying the library, and planning programs! 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 May 26 2026 Tue Youth Community Service Group 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, 12 - 18 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 18" group May 26 2026 Tue Youth Community Service Group 6:30pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 May 27 2026 Wed Vegetarian Burritos 1:30pm–3:00pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 27 2026 Wed Vegetarian Burritos 1:30pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 13, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Learn to make hearty, flavorful vegetarian burritos packed with wholesome, nutrient-rich ingredients. This class shows you how to create satisfying, health-focused meals that are quick, easy, and delicious. 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.