This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Family Storytime 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, Birth - 8 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Family Storytime 11:00am–12:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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. 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 Feb 5 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 Feb 5 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 "Adults" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Line Dancing with Lori 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults Westminster Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Line Dancing with Lori 4:00pm–5:00pm Westminster Branch Open Registration will close on February 5, 2026 @ 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 "Kids" group Feb 6 2026 Fri Preschool Play 10:00am–11:00am Kids, 2 - 5 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 5" group Feb 6 2026 Fri Preschool Play 10:00am–11:00am Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 5 ) Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Play is a fantastic way for children to develop their critical thinking skills. Join us for an open playtime where children can be imaginative and creative while exploring blocks, puzzles, playdough, and more. Disclaimer(s) Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 7 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Westminster Branch 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 Feb 7 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am–12:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Description: Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained "reading dogs" provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. Research shows that reading to animals can boost reading skills in children and help with emotional and social skills. 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 Feb 7 2026 Sat Teen Service Hours: Valentine's Day Cards Craft 1:00pm–3:00pm 11 - 17, Teens Westminster Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "11 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 7 2026 Sat Teen Service Hours: Valentine's Day Cards Craft 1:00pm–3:00pm Westminster Branch Open Registration will close on February 7, 2026 @ 1:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: ( 11 - 17 ) Teens Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Service Learning Hours Registration Required Description: Earn some service hours by making Valentine's Day cards to be distributed to Carroll County community members. Candy and drinks will be available for attendees. Crafting materials will also be provided. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register. Refreshments will be served. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Family Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 8 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Family Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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. 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 Feb 10 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 24 Months Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) 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. 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 Feb 10 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, 2 - 3 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 3 ) Program Type: Storytime This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 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 Feb 10 2026 Tue Pajama Party Storytime 7:00pm–8:00pm Kids, Birth - 8 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Pajama Party Storytime 7:00pm–8:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Storytime Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities 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 Feb 11 2026 Wed Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 24 Months Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Feb 11 2026 Wed Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) 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. 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 Feb 11 2026 Wed Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, 2 - 3 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group Feb 11 2026 Wed Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 3 ) Program Type: Storytime This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 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 Feb 11 2026 Wed Open Mah Jongg 5:00pm–7:45pm Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 11 2026 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 be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card.
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Twos and Threes Together 10:00am–11:00am Kids, 2 - 3 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Twos and Threes Together 10:00am–11:00am Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 3 ) Program Type: Storytime This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 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 Feb 12 2026 Thu Family Storytime 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, Birth - 8 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Family Storytime 11:00am–12:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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. 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 Feb 12 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 Feb 12 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 Feb 12 2026 Thu Westminster Branch Chess Club 5:30pm–7:00pm 11 - Adults, Teens, Adults Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "11 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Westminster Branch Chess Club 5:30pm–7:00pm Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration will open on January 29, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: ( 11 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor. 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 "Kids" group Feb 13 2026 Fri Play Baby Play 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 3 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 3" group Feb 13 2026 Fri Play Baby Play 10:00am–11:00am Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 3 ) Description: You're invited to a morning playgroup just for little ones! Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play with our toys, practice gross motor skills on our baby obstacle course, enjoy music, and socialize with others. 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 Feb 13 2026 Fri Nintendo Afternoon 2:00pm–4:00pm 11 - 17, Teens Westminster Branch This event is in the "11 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 13 2026 Fri Nintendo Afternoon 2:00pm–4:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Young Adult Window Display Age Group: ( 11 - 17 ) Teens Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM Description: Join us in our Young Adult Area for gaming on our Nintendo Switch. Bring your friends and take turns playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games will be provided.
Feb 16 2026 Mon Presidents' Day All Day Some Branches Closing Feb 16 2026 Mon Closing Presidents' Day All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite Description: Closed for the Presidents' Day Holiday
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 24 Months Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) 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. 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 Feb 17 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, 2 - 3 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 3 ) Program Type: Storytime This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 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 Feb 17 2026 Tue Potomac Community Services 12:30pm–2:30pm Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Potomac Community Services 12:30pm–2:30pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Description: A client engagement specialist will visit the branch to share available services for both adults and children.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Needle Little Klatch? 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Needle Little Klatch? 5:00pm–7:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Small Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Klatch (noun): a gathering usually characterized by informal conversation.Join us for a casual, bi-weekly stitching club. All needle-crafters 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.
