This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 26 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Bucket Bag (Class 5) 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 Mar 26 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Bucket Bag (Class 5) 9:30am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 12, 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 to sew a round base into a medium-sized bag and finish the incorporated handles.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 26 2026 Thu Advanced Baking: German Chocolate Cake 1:00pm–3:30pm 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 Mar 26 2026 Thu Advanced Baking: German Chocolate Cake 1:00pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 12, 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: Learn to prepare a classic German Chocolate Cake in this hands-on class. We will make a rich chocolate layer cake topped with a custard-style coconut pecan icing. 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 Mar 26 2026 Thu Design an Augmented Reality Scavenger Hunt Game with Delightex 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 Mar 26 2026 Thu Design an Augmented Reality Scavenger Hunt Game with Delightex 5:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 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: Augmented reality allows us to combine digital elements with real-world objects. Join us to learn how to create and code a simple augmented reality scavenger hunt.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 27 2026 Fri Custom Engraved Leatherette Journals 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 Mar 27 2026 Fri Custom Engraved Leatherette Journals 1:00pm–4:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 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: In this beginner-friendly class, we will utilize our laser engravers to mark a custom design of your own onto a custom leatherette journal! Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 28 2026 Sat Custom Teacup and Chai 1:30pm–4:00pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 28 2026 Sat Custom Teacup and Chai 1:30pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 14, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, Cooking, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: Join special guest instructor Garima Chaturvedi in this hands-on traditional chai class. We’ll use design software and our Fusion Pro laser cutter to engrave custom designs on wooden teacups and then head to the kitchen for tea tasting. 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 "Adults" group Mar 30 2026 Mon Welted Pockets: Sewing Basics 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 30 2026 Mon Welted Pockets: Sewing Basics 1:30pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 16, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Sewing Registration Required Payment Required Description: Learn how to add clean, professional-looking welted pockets to your handmade garments! In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll practice the step-by-step process of creating single and double welts.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 31 2026 Tue Advanced Baking: German Chocolate Cake 10:00am–12:30pm 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 Mar 31 2026 Tue Advanced Baking: German Chocolate Cake 10:00am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 17, 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: Learn to prepare a classic German Chocolate Cake in this hands-on class. We will make a rich chocolate layer cake topped with a custard-style coconut pecan icing. 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 Mar 31 2026 Tue Intro to Web Design: Two-Part Class 2:00pm–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 Mar 31 2026 Tue Intro to Web Design: Two-Part Class 2:00pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 10, 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: In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the fundamentals of web design by exploring both HTML and CSS.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 31 2026 Tue Cheese Basics: Taste & Explore 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 31 2026 Tue Cheese Basics: Taste & Explore 6:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 17, 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 Description: This class introduces simple methods for tasting and describing cheese with confidence. You’ll learn to slow down, notice details, and build your cheese vocabulary. 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.
Apr 4 2026 Sat Easter All Day All Branches Closing Apr 4 2026 Sat Closing Easter All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Book Release Party: Navigating Her Next Chapter by Jean Burgess 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Exploration Commons Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Book Release Party: Navigating Her Next Chapter by Jean Burgess 6:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 21, 2026 @ 6:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talks Registration Required Description: Join us for a special book release party including an author talk, book sales, and book signing. Refreshments will be provided. About Jean Burgess 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 Apr 28 2026 Tue To Be Read: Lee Adams 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Exploration Commons Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 28 2026 Tue To Be Read: Lee Adams 6:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 28, 2026 @ 6:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talks Registration Required Description: Presented by Park Books on Main and Carroll County Public Library. An author talk will be followed by a book signing. 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 Apr 30 2026 Thu To Be Read: Colleen Cambridge 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Exploration Commons Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 30 2026 Thu To Be Read: Colleen Cambridge 6:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 30, 2026 @ 6:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talks Registration Required Description: Presented by Park Books on Main and Carroll County Public Library.An author talk will be followed by a book signing. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
May 25 2026 Mon Memorial Day All Day Some Branches Closing May 25 2026 Mon Closing Memorial 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 Memorial Day Holiday
Jun 19 2026 Fri Juneteenth All Day All Branches Closing Jun 19 2026 Fri Closing Juneteenth All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Jun 27 2026 Sat Teen Services program placeholder 9:00am–4:45pm Exploration Commons Jun 27 2026 Sat Teen Services program placeholder 9:00am–4:45pm Library Branch: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room
Jul 4 2026 Sat Independence Day All Day All Branches Closing Jul 4 2026 Sat Closing Independence 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, Online
Sep 7 2026 Mon Labor Day All Day Some Branches Closing Sep 7 2026 Mon Closing Labor 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 Labor Day Holiday
Sep 19 2026 Sat Carroll Book Festival All Day All Branches Closing Sep 19 2026 Sat Closing Carroll Book Festival All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Oct 12 2026 Mon Staff Training All Day All Branches Closing Oct 12 2026 Mon Closing Staff Training All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Nov 11 2026 Wed Veterans Day All Day Some Branches Closing Nov 11 2026 Wed Closing Veterans Day All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters Description: Library closed for Veteran's Day
Nov 25 2026 Wed Thanksgiving Eve 12:00pm–8:00pm All Branches Closing Nov 25 2026 Wed Closing Thanksgiving Eve 12:00pm–8:00pm Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Nov 26 2026 Thu Thanksgiving All Day Some Branches Closing Nov 26 2026 Thu Closing Thanksgiving All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters Description: Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday
Nov 27 2026 Fri Thanksgiving All Day Some Branches Closing Nov 27 2026 Fri Closing Thanksgiving All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
