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 Full 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 Full Registration is closed because the event is full. 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 29 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Small Messenger Bag (Class 7) 9:30am–12:30pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Full 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 Small Messenger Bag (Class 7) 9:30am–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 ( 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 gusset into a bag with rounded corners. Practice how to sew and insert a cross-body handle into the bag.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 5 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 Feb 5 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 22, 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 Feb 12 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 Feb 12 2026 Thu Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0) 5:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 29, 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.
Feb 16 2026 Mon Presidents' Day All Day Some Branches Closing Feb 16 2026 Mon Closing Presidents' 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 Presidents' Day Holiday
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Sewing Skills: Foundation Piecing Techniques 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 Feb 19 2026 Thu Sewing Skills: Foundation Piecing Techniques 9:30am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on February 5, 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: Learn the basics of quilting techniques, like String, Strip, and Crazy Quilting, in foundation piecing to create unique fabrics to use in your projects. Foundation fabrics will be provided along with scrap pieces.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat Open Sewing Studio (Bring Your Own Sewing Machine) 10:00am–2:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on February 7, 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 Feb 21 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine) 10:00am–2:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on February 7, 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Make a Thread Catcher (Class 1) 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 Feb 26 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Make a Thread Catcher (Class 1) 9:30am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on February 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 about various fabric stabilizers and how to interpret and follow directions. Practice sewing in a straight line.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Make a Canvas Tote (Class 2) 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 5 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Make a Canvas Tote (Class 2) 9:30am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on February 19, 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 work with different-weight fabrics and sew a boxed corner.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 10 2026 Tue 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 Mar 10 2026 Tue Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0) 5:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on February 24, 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 Mar 12 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Small Zipper Bag (Class 3) 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 12 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Small Zipper Bag (Class 3) 9:30am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on February 26, 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 insert a zipper into a small cotton bag with a lining and learn hand-sewing techniques.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 14 2026 Sat Advanced Sewing: Make a Korean Jeogori (Wrap Top) 1:00pm–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 Mar 14 2026 Sat Advanced Sewing: Make a Korean Jeogori (Wrap Top) 1:00pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on February 28, 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: Looking to put your sewing skills to the test? We'll make a Korean wrap top known as a jeogori together during this advanced-level class. Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Boxy Zippered Pouch (Class 4) 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 19 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Boxy Zippered Pouch (Class 4) 9:30am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 5, 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. Practice adding a zipper to a sturdy, boxy pouch known as a Dopp bag. You will learn about adding a zipper to fully lined bags, using edge stitching, and how to box corners.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 21 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 Mar 21 2026 Sat Open Sewing Studio (Bring Your Own Sewing Machine) 10:00am–2:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 7, 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 Mar 21 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 Mar 21 2026 Sat Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine) 10:00am–2:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 7, 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 "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 "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.
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
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
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
