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Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Kids, Birth - 8
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

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.

Read and Play

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
Finksburg Branch
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 24 Months )

Program Type: Storytime

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Birth - 8
Westminster Branch
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

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

Making Movies: Intro to Premiere Rush

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Registration
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

See what's behind the silver screen in this introductory course to Adobe's high-end video editing software, Premiere Rush!

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

 Animal Adaptations with Create-a-Critter Activity

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Kids, 8 - 18, Teens
North Carroll Branch
Registration
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: Gardening and Environment, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Description:

Join 4-H Environmental Educator Torrey Silliman as we explore the wonderful world of animal adaptations. We'll learn some new vocabulary, discuss unique species from around the world, and finish with a creative teamwork activity!

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.

Transitioning to Medicare Part 1

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Business and Finance, Health and Wellness
Description:

Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning to Medicare.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Crafty Movie: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Everyone, All Ages
Westminster Branch
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Come out to make a fun craft and then watch Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The film is rated PG.

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 "Kids" group.

Read to a Dog

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Kids, 4 - 12
North Carroll Branch
Location: North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 4 - 12 )

Program Type: Live Animals
Description:

Read to a puppy from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program! Reading to a dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially for struggling readers.

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

Gentle Yoga

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Registration
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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 "Everyone" group.

History 101: The Life of Reverend Josiah Henson

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Everyone, All Ages
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

Join us for tonight's History 101 topic: the life of Reverend Josiah Henson and the social forces that shape how we view history, presented by Diana Klein, the Education Program Manager at the Josiah Henson Museum and Park.   

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 "Kids" group.

Cuentos Bilingües/Bilingual Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids, 2 - 10
Finksburg Branch
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 10 )

Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Are you interested in improving your language skills? Join us for Spanish Bilingual Storytime! There will be singing, dancing, activities, stories, and rhymes in Spanish and English.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

ABCs & 123s: Halloween

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, 2 - 5
Taneytown Branch
Registration
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 5 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Description:

Join the fun as we explore letters and numbers. We’ll offer lots of engaging, hands-on activities to make learning fun!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Monster Mash!

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Birth - 11
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 11 )

Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime
Description:

It's a Monster Mash, and it's a graveyard smash! Come wearing your favorite monster costume and party with us at the library with songs, crafts, and great books!

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.

Preschool Science: Colors!

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, 3 - 6
Westminster Branch
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Description:

Investigate colors with a story, simple science experiments, and hands-on activities.

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.

Read and Play

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
North Carroll Branch
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 24 Months )

Program Type: Storytime

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Tinker Tots

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, 2 - 5
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 5 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Description:

A little push, a twist, a turn. Keep those little fingers busy and experiment in our library Tinkertown. Fun, playful activities will engage the mind and body as your child builds their fine motor skills and creativity.

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.

Spanish Language Practice Circle

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Taneytown Branch
Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Join us for a friendly and informal group gathering to practice speaking Spanish together. All levels are welcome. This program is led by a partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book Chat

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Taneytown Branch
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us for an hour of chatting about books! Come and share what you are reading and get ideas from others about what to read next!

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

Writing Group: Tea & Poetry

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

If you enjoy reading poetry, chances are you enjoy writing it, too! Join our informal monthly poetry writing group where we'll share a cup of tea, discuss poetry topics, and write poetry. All experience levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writer's Circle

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Taneytown Branch
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Join this fun group of writers and aspiring writers as we share what we are working on and listen to feedback from others. Whether you write novels, short stories, poems, or anything in between, this group is for you!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Stuffed Animal Drop-Off

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids, 3 - 12
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 12 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Send your stuffed animal to the library for a sleepover! Drop off your stuffed animal friend at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch between 3:30 and 4:30 PM so they can spend a fun night at the library.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Celebrating America Fall History Expo

9:00am - 12:00pm
Everyone, All Ages
Exploration Commons
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Description:

The Fall History Expo provides an opportunity for attendees to get to know the people in our community who are preserving and telling the stories of Carroll County’s past.

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 "Kids" group.

Saturday Adventures: Stuffed Animal Sleepover Storytime Pick-Up

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Birth - 8
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games, Storytime
Description:

Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing, crafts, and there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Saturday Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Birth - 8
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Disclaimer(s)

Siblings are welcome to attend this program.