This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Intro to 3D Printing and Design with Tinkercad 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 15 2026 Thu Intro to 3D Printing and Design with Tinkercad 5:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 1, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learn the basics of using Tinkercad to design for 3D printing! We'll walk through basic 3D design using Tinkercad software and create a simple project to be 3D printed. No previous design experience is necessary!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Robot Coding with Pepper 1:30pm–3:30pm 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 16 2026 Fri Robot Coding with Pepper 1:30pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Code with Pepper, CCPL's social humanoid robot! Program Pepper to strike up a conversation using the drag-and-drop interface, Choregraphe. No previous coding experience is required.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Open Sewing Studio (Bring Your Own Sewing Machine) 10:00am–2:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Open Sewing Studio (Bring Your Own Sewing Machine) 10:00am–2:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Registration Required Description: Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine) 10:00am–2:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine) 10:00am–2:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Registration Required Description: Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Group Bake: Soft Pretzels 1:30pm–3:45pm Kids, 6 - 18, Teens Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - 18" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Group Bake: Soft Pretzels 1:30pm–3:45pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 6 - 18 ) Teens Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them. 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.
Jan 19 2026 Mon MLK Day All Day Some Branches Closing Jan 19 2026 Mon Closing MLK 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 Martin Luther King Holiday
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Making for Good: Turkey Soup 10:30am–12:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Making for Good: Turkey Soup 10:30am–12:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 6, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Description: Join guest presenter and Executive Director Andrea Berstler in our teaching kitchen to make hot turkey soup from scratch. 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. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Custom Engraved BBQ Spatulas and BBQ Seasoning 5:00pm–7:00pm 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 20 2026 Tue Custom Engraved BBQ Spatulas and BBQ Seasoning 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 6, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: In this two-part class, we will first be engraving BBQ spatulas with a custom design and then be making BBQ seasoning for your next cookout. 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. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Soft Pretzels 10:30am–12:45pm 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 21 2026 Wed Soft Pretzels 10:30am–12:45pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 7, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Handmade Mushroom Ravioli 5:00pm–7:00pm 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 21 2026 Wed Handmade Mushroom Ravioli 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 7, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Master the art of fresh pasta as you make homemade pasta dough, prepare a mushroom filling, and assemble ravioli from start to finish. This class emphasizes techniques for rolling, shaping, and cooking pasta. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Custom Engraved BBQ Spatulas and BBQ Seasoning 5:00pm–7:00pm 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 22 2026 Thu Custom Engraved BBQ Spatulas and BBQ Seasoning 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 6, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: In this two-part class, we will first be engraving BBQ spatulas with a custom design and then be making BBQ seasoning for your next cookout. 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. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0) 5:00pm–7:30pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0) 5:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 8, 2026 @ 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 Description: Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 23 2026 Fri ServSafe® Food Handler Course 1:00pm–4:00pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 23 2026 Fri ServSafe® Food Handler Course 1:00pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on December 23, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: The ServSafe® Food Handler course, taught by a Certified ServSafe® Instructor, provides basic food safety knowledge. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Making Customized Chocolate for Valentine's Day 2:00pm–4:00pm 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 24 2026 Sat Making Customized Chocolate for Valentine's Day 2:00pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 10, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: Customize chocolates for yourself or your valentine in this two-session class! In session one, we'll create our designs in Fusion 360 and learn about the 3D printing process. 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 "Teens" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Teens Bake: Apple Cider Donuts 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens, 12 - 18 Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 18" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Teens Bake: Apple Cider Donuts 2:00pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 12, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 12 - 18 ) Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Join us on a day off from school for a hands-on baking class! We’ll make Baked Apple Cider Donuts and learn basic baking skills. 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. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Intro to 3D Printing and Design with Tinkercad 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 26 2026 Mon Intro to 3D Printing and Design with Tinkercad 5:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 12, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learn the basics of using Tinkercad to design for 3D printing! We'll walk through basic 3D design using Tinkercad software and create a simple project to be 3D printed. No previous design experience is necessary!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Intermediate Laser Cutting: Engraving Painted Canvas 1:00pm–4:30pm 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 27 2026 Tue Intermediate Laser Cutting: Engraving Painted Canvas 1:00pm–4:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 13, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: This intermediate-level laser design class focuses on the differences between creating designs and navigating unique settings on pre-painted paper canvases. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Cooking Basics: Blackened Salmon 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Cooking Basics: Blackened Salmon 5:30pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 13, 2026 @ 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 Payment Required Description: In this hands-on class, participants will master blackened salmon with a homemade smoky spice crust. We’ll cover seasoning, searing, and simple sides for an easy, flavorful meal. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Designing and Making for Cricut 10:00am–12:30pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Designing and Making for Cricut 10:00am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 14, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: In this class, we will discuss both the capabilities of the Cricut machine and the design software available in the Makerspace for creating custom projects.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 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 28 2026 Wed Intro to Laser Cutting 4:30pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 14, 2026 @ 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Reversible Drawstring Bag (Class 8) 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 29 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Reversible Drawstring Bag (Class 8) 9:30am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 15, 2026 @ 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. Learn how to sew a channel onto a fully lined bag and insert drawstrings that will close the bag.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Introduction to Autodesk Fusion 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 29 2026 Thu Introduction to Autodesk Fusion 5:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 15, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Welcome to the world of 3D modeling and designing. In this introductory class, we will review the computer-aided design (CAD) software Autodesk Fusion by diving into the fundamentals and techniques for making a simple object.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Laser Skills: Print and Cut 1:00pm–3:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Laser Skills: Print and Cut 1:00pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 16, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learn how to print-and-cut with the Epilog Fusion Pro. We will explore how the Epilog's IRIS™ Camera Registration System works for extremely precise cutting and engraving.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Roar Like a Lion: An Afternoon of Community Service 1:00pm–4:00pm Everyone, All Ages Exploration Commons This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Roar Like a Lion: An Afternoon of Community Service 1:00pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: Service Learning Hours Description: Beat the winter blues and feel the warmth of service to your community. In partnership with local Lions Clubs, join us for an afternoon of community service.
