This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 10 2026 Tue Making for Seniors: Create a Simple Slate Laser Cutter Project 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Exploration Commons Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 10 2026 Tue Making for Seniors: Create a Simple Slate Laser Cutter Project 10:00am–12:00pm 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: Adults Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating! Join us for a basic hands-on session where we'll create a simple slate laser cutter project and watch your project being made on our Fusion Pro laser cutter.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 20 2026 Fri Intro to Laser Cutting 2:00pm–4:30pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Full 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 20 2026 Fri Intro to Laser Cutting 2:00pm–4:30pm 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: 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 Mar 23 2026 Mon Custom Engraved Leatherette Journals 4:00pm–7:30pm 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 23 2026 Mon Custom Engraved Leatherette Journals 4:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 9, 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 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Edge-Lit Acrylic Signs: Spring Edition 5:00pm–7:00pm 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 Apr 1 2026 Wed Edge-Lit Acrylic Signs: Spring Edition 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 18, 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 Payment Required Description: We're making a twist on everyone's favorite edge-lit signs class! Choose from a selection of spring-themed cutout designs for your acrylic sign.
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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Intro to Laser Cutting 5:00pm–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 Apr 7 2026 Tue Intro to Laser Cutting 5:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 24, 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 Apr 8 2026 Wed Engraving Handwriting: Laser Engraved Recipe Cards 1:30pm–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 Apr 8 2026 Wed Engraving Handwriting: Laser Engraved Recipe Cards 1:30pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 25, 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: Create a kitchen keepsake by turning a handwritten recipe into an engraved wooden recipe card! We'll learn some of the basics of Adobe Illustrator and utilize scanning to bring our handwritten recipes into a digital, engravable format.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Creating Jewelry with Makerspace Technology 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "14 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Creating Jewelry with Makerspace Technology 5:30pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 25, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, DIY Arts and Crafts, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learn about the types of jewelry you can make with our makerspace technology. We will review the available equipment, selecting appropriate materials, and setting up design files for success.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Engraved Leatherette Trays 1:30pm–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 Apr 11 2026 Sat Engraved Leatherette Trays 1:30pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 28, 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 Payment Required Description: In this program, attendees will design custom artwork to be engraved on leatherette trays for board games, to hold trinkets, and much more.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Intro to Carvera CNC 1:00pm–4:00pm 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Intro to Carvera CNC 1:00pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 31, 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 two-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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Intro to Carvera CNC 1:00pm–4:00pm 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 Apr 15 2026 Wed Intro to Carvera CNC 1:00pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 31, 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 two-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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Engraving Paper: Engraved Paper Gift Bags 5:30pm–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 Apr 23 2026 Thu Engraving Paper: Engraved Paper Gift Bags 5:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 9, 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 Registration Required Description: Join us to give paper engraving a try! We'll review the basics of Adobe Illustrator and Epilog Dashboard, including important things to consider when engraving paper.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–4:00pm Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 11, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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-toed 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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming Registration will open on April 14, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
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 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 May 4 2026 Mon Intermediate Laser Project: 3D Topographic Maps 1:00pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 20, 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 Payment Required Description: Learn how to use Quantum GIS, Adobe Illustrator, and the Epilogue Fusion Pro laser to create layered, 3D topographical map products. Participants will create a pre-determined example product to bring home. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
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 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 5 2026 Tue Laser Skills: Print and Cut 1:00pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 21, 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 "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 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 May 8 2026 Fri Create a Marble Maze with the CNC 1:00pm–4:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 24, 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 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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming Registration will open on April 11, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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-toed 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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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-toed 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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming Registration will open on April 14, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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-toed 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.
