This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Open Mah Jongg 1:00pm–4:45pm Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Open Mah Jongg 1:00pm–4:45pm 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 not be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Westminster Branch Chess Club 5:30pm–7:00pm 11 - Adults, Teens, Adults Westminster Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "11 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Westminster Branch Chess Club 5:30pm–7:00pm Westminster Branch Open Registration will close on December 18, 2025 @ 5:30pm. 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 Dec 19 2025 Fri Preschool Science: Electricity and Magnetism 10:00am–11:00am Kids, 3 - 6 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - 6" group Dec 19 2025 Fri Preschool Science: Electricity and Magnetism 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 ( 3 - 6 ) Program Type: STEM/STEAM Description: Investigate electricity and magnetism 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 "Teens" group Dec 19 2025 Fri Teen After Hours Movie Night: The Polar Express 6:30pm–9:00pm 11 - 17, Teens Westminster Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "11 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 19 2025 Fri Teen After Hours Movie Night: The Polar Express 6:30pm–9:00pm Westminster Branch Open Registration will close on December 19, 2025 @ 6:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Age Group: ( 11 - 17 ) Teens Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: Join the Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board as we get in the holiday spirit with a showing of The Polar Express movie! Snacks will be provided. The Polar Express is rated G. 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. Refreshments will be served.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 20 2025 Sat All Aboard the Polar Express 10:00am–11:00am Kids, 2 - Adults, Teens, Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 20 2025 Sat All Aboard the Polar Express 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 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games, Music Theater and Dance, Storytime Description: Storyteller Beth Rebert’s delightful presentation of this heartwarming holiday tale will enchant children of all ages! Come dressed in your PJs as this magical story unfolds. 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 Dec 22 2025 Mon Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens, 12 - 17 Westminster Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 17" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board 3:30pm–4:30pm Westminster Branch Open Registration will close on December 22, 2025 @ 3:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Teens ( 12 - 17 ) Program Type: Service Learning Hours Registration Required Description: Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too! Participants can join us in person or log in virtually through Zoom by registering. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.
Dec 24 2025 Wed Christmas Eve All Day Some Branches Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing Christmas Eve All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Dec 25 2025 Thu Christmas Day All Day Some Branches Closing Dec 25 2025 Thu Closing Christmas Day All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
This event is in the "Kids" group Dec 29 2025 Mon Kids' Craft Time 10:00am–11:00am Kids, 3 - 12 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - 12" group Dec 29 2025 Mon Kids' Craft Time 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 ( 3 - 12 ) Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Join us for a craft morning at the library where there will be several options of crafts. Do one craft or do them all; the choice is yours! 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 Dec 30 2025 Tue Banking Basics & Budgeting for Teens 3:00pm–4:30pm Teens, 12 - 18 Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 18" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Banking Basics & Budgeting for Teens 3:00pm–4:30pm Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 16, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Teens ( 12 - 18 ) Program Type: Business and Finance Registration Required Description: Join us for a presentation and Q&A session with presenters from M&T Bank, specifically designed for teens to learn about banking basics and budgeting. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Open Mah Jongg 5:00pm–7:45pm Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 30 2025 Tue 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 not be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card.
Dec 31 2025 Wed New Year's Eve All Day Some Branches Closing Dec 31 2025 Wed Closing New Year's Eve All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Jan 1 2026 Thu New Year's Day All Day Some Branches Closing Jan 1 2026 Thu Closing New Year's 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 New Year's Day Holiday
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 3 2026 Sat The Beatles Story 10:00am–12:00pm Kids, 8 - Adults, Teens, Adults Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "8 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 3 2026 Sat The Beatles Story 10:00am–12:00pm Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 20, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( 8 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: History and Genealogy Registration Required Description: This presentation will discuss who The Beatles were, key points in their history and recordings, and why they continue to have such an impact on pop culture. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 3 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 Jan 3 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 "Kids" group Jan 5 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 Jan 5 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 Jan 6 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 Jan 6 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 Jan 6 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 Jan 6 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 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 Jan 6 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 6 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 Jan 6 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 Jan 7 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 Jan 7 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 Jan 7 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 Jan 7 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 Jan 7 2026 Wed Open Mah Jongg 1:00pm–3:45pm Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Open Mah Jongg 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: 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 not be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 8 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 Jan 8 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.
