This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)! 9:00am–12:00pm Adults Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)! 9:00am–12:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Description: Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services. 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 Dec 10 2025 Wed Writing Group 9:15am–1:00pm Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Writing Group 9:15am–1:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Description: Writers of all levels and genres are invited to join our weekly writing group. It is a flexible, drop-in, stay-as-long-as-you-like environment. 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 Dec 10 2025 Wed Mount Airy Knitters 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Mount Airy Knitters 10:00am–12:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Carroll County Workforce Development Day 10:00am–2:00pm Adults North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Carroll County Workforce Development Day 10:00am–2:00pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Study Room 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed North Carroll Senior Center Wednesday Book Club: Kin: Rooted in Hope 11:00am–12:00pm Adults Offsite Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed North Carroll Senior Center Wednesday Book Club: Kin: Rooted in Hope 11:00am–12:00pm Offsite Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Kin: Rooted in Hope by Carole Boston Weatherford, the 2025 One Maryland One Book selection. Disclaimer(s) One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities, sponsored by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library Agency.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Engraved Paper Gift Bags 1:00pm–2:00pm Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "14 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Engraved Paper Gift Bags 1:00pm–2:00pm Exploration Commons Waitlist Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons - Epilog Fusion Pro Laser - 48" Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines Registration Required Description: Laser Certification Required! Join us for a quick pop-up class to engrave paper gift bags. Each participant will get two gift bags (5" x 3" x 8.5") to engrave on our laser. Great practical practice to keep your laser skills fresh! Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Oreo Cookie Mix and Mingle 1:00pm–2:00pm Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Eldersburg Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "14 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Oreo Cookie Mix and Mingle 1:00pm–2:00pm Eldersburg Branch Open Registration will close on December 10, 2025 @ 1:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 an Oreo showdown! Join us for a lighthearted mix and mingle 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 "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Transitioning to Medicare Part 2 5:00pm–6:30pm Adults Online Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Transitioning to Medicare Part 2 5:00pm–6:30pm Online Open Registration will close on December 10, 2025 @ 4:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance, Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. This seminar focuses on Medicare Supplement/Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Open Mah Jongg 5:00pm–7:45pm Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Open Mah Jongg 5:00pm–7:45pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will not be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed ASL Practice Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Kids, 5 - Adults, Teens, Adults Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "5 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed ASL Practice Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 5 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Join us for our ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Club! We will have conversational games and prompts to help keep your skills up. All fluency levels 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 Dec 10 2025 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 Dec 10 2025 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed All Aboard the Polar Express 6:30pm–7:30pm Kids, 2 - Adults, Teens, Adults Taneytown Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed All Aboard the Polar Express 6:30pm–7:30pm Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 2 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games, Music Theater and Dance, Storytime Description: Storyteller Beth Rebert’s delightful presentation of this heartwarming holiday tale will enchant children of all ages! Come dressed in your PJs as this magical story unfolds. 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 This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed The Zentangle Method of Drawing-based Mindfulness 7:00pm–8:00pm Kids, 10 - Adults, Teens, Adults Online Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "10 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed The Zentangle Method of Drawing-based Mindfulness 7:00pm–8:00pm Online Open Registration will close on December 10, 2025 @ 4:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Online Age Group: Kids ( 10 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: In this online class, Jill Suffel, CZT (Certified Zentangle Teacher) will lead us through a relaxing drawing activity that starts with four dots and a line. The outcome will amaze you! Disclaimer(s) Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu North Carroll Writers Group 10:00am–12:00pm Adults North Carroll Branch Cancelled This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Cancelled North Carroll Writers Group 10:00am–12:00pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Multi-Bottle Tote Bag 12:30pm–3:30pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Full 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 Dec 11 2025 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Multi-Bottle Tote Bag 12:30pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Full Registration is closed because the event is full. 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 Dec 11 2025 Thu Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone 1:00pm–2:00pm Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults North Carroll Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone 1:00pm–2:00pm North Carroll Branch Open Registration will close on December 11, 2025 @ 1:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Card Kit Crafty Box Demo 2:30pm–3:00pm Adults Finksburg Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Card Kit Crafty Box Demo 2:30pm–3:00pm Finksburg Branch Closed Registration is no longer available for this event. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Registration Required Description: Curious as to what is included in a card kit crafty box and how to use it? Staff will be on hand to demonstrate how to use the stamps, tools, and other supplies that are included in a card kit box. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Line Dancing with Lori 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults Westminster Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Line Dancing with Lori 4:00pm–5:00pm Westminster Branch Open Registration will close on December 11, 2025 @ 4:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music Theater and Dance Registration Required Description: Join us for an evening of fun and fitness in this beginner's line dancing class. We suggest bringing water and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing for 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. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Create a Personalized Wood Holiday Ornament 5:30pm–7:30pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Full Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Create a Personalized Wood Holiday Ornament 5:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Full Registration is closed because the event is full. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Create a simple wood ornament with personalized text on our Epilog Fusion Pro laser. We'll learn some of the basics of using Adobe Illustrator and the shape builder tool, and then you'll watch your ornament being laser cut.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Hooks & Needles 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults Taneytown Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Hooks & Needles 5:30pm–7:30pm Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or any other portable project to the library to work alongside other crafters. Get out of the house and enjoy some company while you stitch a few more rows. 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 Dec 11 2025 Thu Papercraft Studio 6:00pm–7:45pm Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Papercraft Studio 6:00pm–7:45pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Interested in meeting other scrapbookers, card makers, and papercraft people? Attend our monthly session on second Thursdays to work on and finish projects, share ideas and layouts, share or exchange supplies, and have fun! 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 Dec 11 2025 Thu Carroll 250: Patriots of Carroll County - Normand Bruce 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Eldersburg Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Carroll 250: Patriots of Carroll County - Normand Bruce 6:30pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Open Registration will close on December 11, 2025 @ 6:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: History and Genealogy Registration Required Description: Join us as local historian John Laycock discusses the story of Normand Bruce, his enduring legacy in Carroll County, and the foundation of Bruceville, where Myrtle Hill, the home he built in the 1760s, still stands. 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 "Adults" group Dec 12 2025 Fri Q&A with the Small Business Administration 9:30am–1:30pm Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 12 2025 Fri Q&A with the Small Business Administration 9:30am–1:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance Description: Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 12 2025 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Finksburg Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 12 2025 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am Finksburg Branch Open Registration will close on December 12, 2025 @ 10:45am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy dogs 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.