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Q&A with the Small Business Administration

9:30am–1:30pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
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 "Adults" group

Yoga with Meditation

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Little Adventures: How Does Your Garden Grow?

1:30pm–2:30pm
Kids, 3 - 6
Eldersburg Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for a hands-on storytime where preschoolers explore STEM concepts with a special focus on nature. Each session features a themed story and guided activities.

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 "Kids" group

Saturday Adventures

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

Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime
Description:

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

Eldersburg Ask a Master Gardener

10:30am–12:00pm
Everyone, All Ages
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Bring your questions about gardening to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. 

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

Midwives to the Revolution: Maryland Women in the Early American Printing Industry

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 28, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Registration Required
Description:

In an age when women’s voices were often silenced, some found power in ink and paper. Join Dr.

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

Free Spirit Book Club: West with Giraffes

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
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 West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge.

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

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

12:30pm–2:30pm
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size 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 "Adults" group

Open Mah Jongg

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided.

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

Strategy Games

1:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Please drop in anytime between the hours listed and learn or teach a game. Most strategic games take between 1.5 to 3 hours to play. 

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

Knit and Chat

6:00pm–7:30pm
Kids, 8 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Join us for this monthly meet-up with other knitters of all ages to relax, knit, get ideas for projects, receive help on current projects, gain new skills, and learn to knit if you don't know how.

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

Youth Community Service Group

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, 12 - 18
Eldersburg Branch
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 "Adults" group

Writing Group

9:15am–1:00pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
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 "Teens" group

Eldersburg Branch Anime Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
11 - 17, Teens
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

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

Join us at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch for all things anime and manga! Watch the first episode of an anime, make anime-themed crafts, discuss your favorite series, share your artwork, and more!

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

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

6:00pm–7:45pm
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size 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 "Adults" group

Risky Business: Fraud and Scam Prevention

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 2, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Business and Finance, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

Sometimes it can be overwhelming understanding cybersecurity and how to protect ourselves from cyber threats. In this seminar, learn best practices for identifying and handling cyber incidents such as fraud, scams, and more.

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

Fantasy Fiction Bingo

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 2, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Dragons and wizards and elves, oh my! Join us for an evening of fun and prizes as we play bingo with a fantasy twist!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Coffee with the Classics: A Streetcar Named Desire

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Join us for our April selection, the intense classic A Streetcar Named Desire, starring Marlon Brando and Vivien Leigh. 

Disclaimer(s)

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Saturday Adventures

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

Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime
Description:

Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? 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 "Adults" group
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

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. 

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

The History of Mystery with Magician Mike Rose

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Description:

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Coyote Tales Puppet Show

6:30pm–7:30pm
Kids, 3 - 12
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 12 )

Program Type: Puppet Show
Description:

Poor Coyote has a nose for trouble. Wherever he goes, he always seems to find it.

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

Writing Group

9:15am–1:00pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

6:00pm–7:45pm
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Eldersburg Branch
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.