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Reading with a Ballerina: The Nutcracker

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, 3 - 12
Finksburg Branch
Registration
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 12 )

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

Join Contempic School of Ballet for Reading with a Ballerina hosted by the beloved Sugar Plum Fairy from the holiday ballet classic The Nutcracker.

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.

North Carroll Writers Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
North Carroll Branch
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level.

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: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy 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 Murder on St. Nicholas Avenue by Victoria Thompson.

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.

Hot Chocolate Science

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, 3 - 8
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 8 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Description:

Hot cocoa isn't just for drinking anymore! Join us as we try out some super science experiments with hot chocolate!

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.

Music, Dance, and Me!

10:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, 3 - 8
North Carroll Branch
Registration
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 8 )

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

This fun movement class utilizes dance activities that include props (e.g., hula hoops, bean bags, scarves, tunnels, parachutes, etc.) while working on motor skills, color recognition, counting, and, of course, dancing!

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.

Cozy Craft Time at the Winter Café

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Everyone, All Ages
Finksburg Branch
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

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

Bring a snack and enjoy craft time at our Winter Café! Choose from a flurry of available crafts and enjoy fun thematic music. Craft availability per craft will be on a first come, first served basis.

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

Cooking Together: Cinnamon Rolls

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids, 8 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Exploration Commons
Registration
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

In this group cooking class, we will make quick-rise cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting from scratch. One registration is good for up to 4 attendees, with a minimum of 2 per group.

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.

All attendees need to register.

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

Breakfast Teas Types & Tasting

10:00am - 11:30am
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Registration
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Love breakfast teas? Learn about the history, cultures, and varieties of three popular breakfast teas: Irish, English, and Scottish. Proper brewing techniques and tasting tips 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. 

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

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

Tranquility Tarot

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Finksburg Branch
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Take a moment to dream and draw, doodle, or otherwise do art while making your own tarot card. Meditate on the mysteries of the Major Arcana and let the stress slip away. 

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.

Dungeons & Dragons Winter Adventure

2:00pm - 4:00pm
11 - 18, Teens
Finksburg Branch
Registration
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Calling brave heroes for a quest in Dungeons & Dragons! Whether this is your first adventure or your twentieth, join us for an afternoon of fantastic deeds!

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.

New Year's at Noon

11:30am - 12:30pm
Kids, Birth - 12
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 12 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Can't stay awake until the midnight celebrations? Then get ready for your New Year's celebration with us! We'll have crafts, games, and a practice countdown at noon!

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.

Indoor Snowball Fight

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kids, 6 - 12
Finksburg Branch
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 12 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Whether the weather outside is frightful or delightful, join us for an indoor "snowball" fight; no snow required!

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.

Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens, 12 - 17
Westminster Branch
Registration
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 17 )

Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

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

Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0)

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Registration
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Sewing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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.

Make a NYE Charcuterie Board!

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Registration
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons - Epilog Fusion Edge Laser - 24"
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Join us for a crossover program between our makerspace and teaching kitchen to make a custom laser-engraved charcuterie board.

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.

All attendees need to register.

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

Crochet Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Join us for an evening of crochet and conversation. Bring your crochet supplies and/or whatever crochet project you have already started. All experience levels 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. 

New Year's Holiday

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch

New Year's Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
CCPL Headquarters, Eldersburg Branch, Finksburg Branch, , , Mobile Services, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Offsite, Taneytown Branch, , , Westminster Branch
Description:

Closed for the New Year's Day Holiday

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Twos and Threes Together

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, 2 - 3
Westminster Branch
Cancelled
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Carroll County Workforce Development Day

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults
Taneytown Branch
Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Business and Finance
Description:

Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafty Activities for Seniors

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Mount Airy Branch
Registration
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Are you a retiree or an older adult who enjoys making crafts? If so, join us for a monthly group session where we'll get creative with various fun and easy materials! Meet other craft lovers and exchange ideas along the way.

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.

Gentle Yoga

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Registration
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

This gentle yoga class allows students of various abilities and physical conditions to develop their yoga practice comfortably.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

ABCs & 123s: Winter

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, 2 - 6
Taneytown Branch
Registration
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 6 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Description:

Join the fun as we explore letters and numbers. We’ll offer lots of engaging, hands-on activities to make learning 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.

Spanish Language Practice Circle

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Taneytown Branch
Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Join us for a friendly and informal group gathering to practice speaking Spanish together. All levels are welcome. This program is led by a partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County.