This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Beginner Cricut: Soup-er Bowls 10:00am–12:30pm 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 Jan 7 2026 Wed Beginner Cricut: Soup-er Bowls 10:00am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on December 24, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: Put your Cricut skills into practice or learn the basics of design with this beginner-friendly class. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Risky Business: Fraud and Scam Protection 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Risky Business: Fraud and Scam Protection 1:00pm–2:30pm North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 24, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Online activity plays a big role in your everyday life—and knowing how to navigate it safely is more important than ever. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Mah Jongg 101 1:00pm–3:45pm Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Mah Jongg 101 1:00pm–3:45pm 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: In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of this ancient and challenging tile game. We will follow the National Mah Jongg League rules of play. Exercise your brain while having great fun!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Intro to Laser Cutting 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 Jan 7 2026 Wed Intro to Laser Cutting 4:30pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on December 24, 2025 @ 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 "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Books and Brews Book Club: The Last Thing He Told Me 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Offsite Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Books and Brews Book Club: The Last Thing He Told Me 6:00pm–7:00pm Offsite Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Offsite Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Description: Do you enjoy reading and talking about books while enjoying excellent craft beer? Then our Books and Brews book club is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting, so join us in sharing good books and ideas.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 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 Jan 7 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Japanese Knot Bag (Class 6) 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Japanese Knot Bag (Class 6) 9:30am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on December 25, 2025 @ 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. Sew a fully lined, curved project bag. Learn to sew and finish a bag with two handles that are incorporated into the design of the bag.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu North Carroll Writers Group 10:00am–12:00pm Adults North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone 1:00pm–2:00pm Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults North Carroll 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone 1:00pm–2:00pm North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 25, 2025 @ 9:00am. 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Crafty Activities for Seniors 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Crafty Activities for Seniors 1:00pm–2:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Are you a retiree or an older adult who enjoys making crafts? If so, then please join us for a monthly group session where you'll create something different to take home or share. 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu North Carroll Senior Center Thursday Book Club: Kin: Rooted In Hope 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Offsite Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu North Carroll Senior Center Thursday Book Club: Kin: Rooted In Hope 1:00pm–2:30pm 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 Jan 8 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 Jan 8 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Cooking Basics: Roasted Vegetable Soup and Sides 1:30pm–3:30pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Cooking Basics: Roasted Vegetable Soup and Sides 1:30pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on December 25, 2025 @ 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 Description: Learn how to identify, pick, and prepare root vegetables for roasting. We will roast vegetables for a tasty soup and side dishes that are easy and economical. This program is ideal for beginning cooks. 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 "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Line Dancing with Lori 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Line Dancing with Lori 4:00pm–5:00pm Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 25, 2025 @ 9:00am. 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 "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Hooks & Needles 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults Taneytown Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Intro to Adobe Illustrator 5:30pm–7:30pm 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Intro to Adobe Illustrator 5:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on December 25, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: 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 event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Winter Sowing for the Garden 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Winter Sowing for the Garden 6:00pm–7:30pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gardening and Environment Description: Are you dreaming of spring as you browse through seed catalogs? 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Gentle Yoga 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Gentle Yoga 6:30pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 25, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: This gentle yoga class allows students of various abilities and physical conditions to develop their yoga practice comfortably. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu How Money Works 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu How Money Works 6:30pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 25, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance Registration Required Description: Start the new year off right with this in-depth and informative program that will help you form the building blocks of financial health.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu The Zentangle Method of Drawing-based Mindfulness 7:00pm–8:00pm Online Open Registration will close on January 8, 2026 @ 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri American Red Cross Blood Drive 10:00am–3:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri American Red Cross Blood Drive 10:00am–3:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Description: Give blood and save a life. Set up an appointment or drop in.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Finksburg Branch Upcoming 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 26, 2025 @ 9:00am. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone - Winter Ball 11:00am–12:00pm 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone - Winter Ball 11:00am–12:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Fun and Games, Music Theater and Dance Description: 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! We love Club Friendship and can't wait for our Winter Ball! Wear some fun dress attire and get ready to boogie down with us! 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Pairs Cooking: Tiramisu 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Pairs Cooking: Tiramisu 1:30pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on December 26, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Learn what makes tiramisu an irresistible classic! Participants will learn what tiramisu is and create their very own to take home to share. Registration is for two people. 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.