This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 27 2026 Mon LEGO® Builders Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Kids, 6 - Adults, Teens, Adults Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 27 2026 Mon LEGO® Builders Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 6 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM Description: Want to practice your building skills? Join us for a LEGO® program where you tackle a new design each time! Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 5:00pm–7:30pm Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Open Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 5:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 27, 2026 @ 5:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Adults 21 and older Program Type: Adobe Software, Cooking, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: On day one of this class, we will learn some of the basics of the laser's rotary tool to create a design and engrave it onto stemless wine glasses. On day two, we will do wine tasting in the kitchen! 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 5:00pm–7:30pm Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Open Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 5:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 28, 2026 @ 5:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Adults 21 and older Program Type: Adobe Software, Cooking, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: On day one of this class, we will learn some of the basics of the laser's rotary tool to create a design and engrave it onto stemless wine glasses. On day two, we will do wine tasting in the kitchen! 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Let's Start a Podcast! 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Let's Start a Podcast! 2:00pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 30, 2026 @ 2:00pm. 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: Do you want to get into podcasting but don't know where to start? Then this is the class for you! We will cover the basics of the different recording software we offer and introduce the equipment we provide in the Audio/Video Lab.
This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Terrific Tadpoles: An Evening Storytime 6:30pm–7:15pm Kids, Birth - 8 Taneytown Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Terrific Tadpoles: An Evening Storytime 6:30pm–7:15pm Taneytown Branch Open Registration will close on April 30, 2026 @ 6:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime Registration Required Description: Hop along with us as we explore the amazing life cycle of frogs. Your polliwogs will enjoy stories, songs, and activities.
This event is in the "Kids" group May 1 2026 Fri ABCs & 123s: Music 10:00am–11:00am Kids, 2 - 6 Taneytown Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 6" group May 1 2026 Fri ABCs & 123s: Music 10:00am–11:00am Taneytown Branch Open Registration will close on May 1, 2026 @ 10:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 6 ) Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime Registration Required 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 "Kids" group May 1 2026 Fri Playdough Lab 10:00am–11:00am Kids, 4 - 12 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - 12" group May 1 2026 Fri Playdough Lab 10:00am–11:00am Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 4 - 12 ) Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, STEM/STEAM Description: Welcome to Playdough Lab! This fun, hands-on program allows kids to squish, roll, build, and create while learning cool STEM ideas. 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 May 1 2026 Fri Yard Signs on the Roland GS-24 Vinyl Cutter 10:00am–12:30pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Full 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 May 1 2026 Fri Yard Signs on the Roland GS-24 Vinyl Cutter 10:00am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Full Registration is closed because the event is full. 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 Payment Required Description: Discover how to use the Roland GS-24 Vinyl Cutter, a machine capable of cutting 24-inch-wide rolls. The cutter is perfect for creating large window decals, signage, and more.
This event is in the "Kids" group May 2 2026 Sat Mammals All Around Us! 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 8 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group May 2 2026 Sat Mammals All Around Us! 10:00am–11:00am Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Gardening and Environment, STEM/STEAM Description: Let's learn about the mammals that live in our backyard! We'll investigate their homes, what they eat, and more with educational resources from Maryland's Wildlife and Heritage Service! All resources will be provided.
This event is in the "Teens" group May 2 2026 Sat Nintendo Afternoon 2:00pm–4:00pm 11 - 17, Teens Westminster Branch Cancelled This event is in the "11 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 2 2026 Sat Cancelled 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 4 2026 Mon Intermediate Laser Project: 3D Topographic Maps 1:00pm–4:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Open 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 May 4 2026 Mon Intermediate Laser Project: 3D Topographic Maps 1:00pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on May 4, 2026 @ 1:00pm. 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 Payment Required Description: Learn how to use Adobe Illustrator and the Epilog Fusion Pro laser to create layered, 3D topographical map products. Participants will create a pre-determined example product to bring home.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 5 2026 Tue Laser Skills: Print and Cut 1:00pm–3:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 5 2026 Tue Laser Skills: Print and Cut 1:00pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 1:00pm. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 5 2026 Tue Intro to Adobe Illustrator 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "14 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 5 2026 Tue Intro to Adobe Illustrator 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Waitlist Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learn the basic features of Adobe Illustrator. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and explore the program through hands-on instruction. No experience is required.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 5 2026 Tue LEGO® Club: Grown-Up Edition 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group May 5 2026 Tue LEGO® Club: Grown-Up Edition 6:00pm–7:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM Description: Who says LEGO® is just for kids? Join us for a relaxed and inspiring evening where adults can rediscover the joy of building, creating, and imagining with LEGO® bricks. 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 May 6 2026 Wed Intro to CNC 1:00pm–7:00pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 6 2026 Wed Intro to CNC 1:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on May 6, 2026 @ 1:00pm. 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 one-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine.
This event is in the "Kids" group May 6 2026 Wed LEGO® Builders Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Kids, 6 - 12 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - 12" group May 6 2026 Wed LEGO® Builders Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 6 - 12 ) Program Type: STEM/STEAM Description: Want to practice your building skills? Join us for a LEGO® program where you tackle a new design each time! We supply the bricks, and you supply the creativity! 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 May 8 2026 Fri Create a Marble Maze with the CNC 1:00pm–4:30pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Cancelled Closed 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 May 8 2026 Fri Cancelled Create a Marble Maze with the CNC 1:00pm–4:30pm Exploration Commons Closed Registration is no longer available for this event. 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 Payment Required Description: In this program we will create a personalized mini-marble maze by utilizing our Carvera Desktop CNC! Basic computer experience is required, but no experience with the Carvera CNC is needed.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group May 9 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Closed Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group May 9 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–2:30pm Exploration Commons Closed Registration is no longer available for this event. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Adults 21 and older Program Type: Adobe Software, Cooking, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: On day one of this class, we will learn some of the basics of the laser's rotary tool to create a design and engrave it onto stemless wine glasses. On day two, we will do wine tasting in the kitchen! 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group May 9 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Open Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group May 9 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–2:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 27, 2026 @ 5:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Adults 21 and older Program Type: Adobe Software, Cooking, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: On day one of this class, we will learn some of the basics of the laser's rotary tool to create a design and engrave it onto stemless wine glasses. On day two, we will do wine tasting in the kitchen! 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group May 9 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Open Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group May 9 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–2:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 28, 2026 @ 5:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Adults 21 and older Program Type: Adobe Software, Cooking, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: On day one of this class, we will learn some of the basics of the laser's rotary tool to create a design and engrave it onto stemless wine glasses. On day two, we will do wine tasting in the kitchen! 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 11 2026 Mon Laser-Cut Interlocking Boxes 2:00pm–3:30pm 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 May 11 2026 Mon Laser-Cut Interlocking Boxes 2:00pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 27, 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 design and cut interlocking boxes with custom dividers using the laser cutter.
This event is in the "Kids" group May 11 2026 Mon Role-Playing Game Night 5:00pm–7:00pm Kids, 6 - 11 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - 11" group May 11 2026 Mon Role-Playing Game Night 5:00pm–7:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 6 - 11 ) Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM Description: Tabletop role-playing games are story-based games focused on player choice and randomized encounters, built around cooperation and group learning.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Making for Seniors: Engrave a Simple Paper Project 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Making for Seniors: Engrave a Simple Paper Project 10:00am–12:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 28, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Intro to Laser Cutting 2:00pm–4:30pm 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 May 13 2026 Wed Intro to Laser Cutting 2:00pm–4:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: This class is for customers looking to become certified for independent use of the Exploration Commons laser cutters. We will cover simple project creation in Adobe Illustrator, the basics of the Epilog Dashboard software
