Upcoming Events

Join us for a friendly and informal group gathering to practice speaking Spanish together. This program is for intermediate and advanced-level Spanish speakers. A partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County will lead this program.

Focus on simple stretches, mindful breathing, and relaxation techniques through chair yoga at the library! This class is a great way to improve your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being in a welcoming environment.

Learn the basic features of Adobe Illustrator. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and explore the program through hands-on instruction. No experience is required.

This program includes a gentle yoga practice, pranayama (breath exercises), and meditation to allow you to let go of tension, relax, and relieve stress. Breathing techniques and physical postures will be practiced that can be utilized off you

Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages.

Join Officer Angela Derr from the Humane Society of Carroll County & Animal Control Division for an interactive presentation, including a weather-pending vehicle and equipment tour, about the ins and outs of animal rescue.

The library is partnering with the Sykesville Painting Club to offer this Watercolor Workshop with Jim Sandford. Please take note of the materials you will need to bring. 

This class introduces simple methods for tasting and describing cheese with confidence. You’ll learn to slow down, notice details, and build your cheese vocabulary. 

Come to the library to visit with or read to a book-loving therapy animal. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages.

Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. 

Mike Rose is not just a seasoned professional comedian and magician, but he is also a magic historian and award-winning author. Mike has combined his love of performing with his passion for magic history, creating this new show.

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

Learn how to make your own golden, crisp fortune cookies from start to finish! In this hands-on class, you’ll mix the batter, fold the warm cookies into their iconic shape, and slip fortunes inside.

This class will cover the concepts and techniques for creating a basic articulated 3D print. This design allows for your model to have moveable parts, such as the body of a snake or the arm of an octopus.

Silver played an increasingly important role in American life from the Colonial period until well into the 20^th century.

Bring your questions about spring gardening to the Carroll County Master Gardeners and pick up tips, handouts, and more.

This month's selection is The Women by Kristin Hannah.  

Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.

A client engagement specialist will visit the branch to share available services for both adults and children.

Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join this group gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns.

Spring has sprung, and the flowers are starting to bloom. Come learn how to make your own sweet spring bouquet out of piped flower cupcakes.