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
This event is in the "Everyone" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Meet and Greet a Miniature Horse 2:00pm–3:00pm Everyone, All Ages Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Meet and Greet a Miniature Horse 2:00pm–3:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: Live Animals Description: Meet a miniature horse from Full Moon Farms. We'll have a brief informative presentation, a Q&A session, and a chance to meet the mini horse. Bring your camera and share this special event!
This event is in the "Everyone" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Meet and Greet a Miniature Horse 2:00pm–3:00pm Everyone, All Ages Taneytown Branch This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Meet and Greet a Miniature Horse 2:00pm–3:00pm Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: Live Animals Description: Meet a miniature horse from Full Moon Farms. We'll have a brief informative presentation, a Q&A session, and a chance to meet the mini horse. Bring your camera and share this special event!
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on June 26, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy animals for people and children of all abilities. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Only kids need to register.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Jul 11 2026 Sat Reptile Invasion 10:00am–12:00pm Everyone, All Ages Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jul 11 2026 Sat Reptile Invasion 10:00am–12:00pm Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on June 27, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: Learn more about reptiles and interact with live animals! Reptile Invasion works to save reptiles in need, teach the community through engaging, tactile learning, and promote responsible stewardsh
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 18 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 18 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am–12:00pm Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on July 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 18 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 18 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on July 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: Come to the library to visit with or read to a book-loving therapy animal. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Only kids need to register.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 18 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 18 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Description: Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. 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 Jul 25 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 4 - 17, Teens Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 25 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - 17 ) Teens Program Type: Live Animals Description: Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog from My Caring Paws. Research shows that reading to animals can boost children's reading skills and help with emotional and social skills. 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 Aug 6 2026 Thu Read to a Dog 6:00pm–6:30pm Kids, 4 - 12 North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - 12" group Aug 6 2026 Thu Read to a Dog 6:00pm–6:30pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - 12 ) Program Type: Live Animals Description: Read to a puppy from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program! Reading to a dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially for struggling readers. 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 Aug 14 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 14 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on July 31, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy animals for people and children of all abilities. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Only kids need to register.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am–12:00pm Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on August 1, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. 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 "Everyone" group Aug 15 2026 Sat Reptile Invasion 1:00pm–2:00pm Everyone, All Ages North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Aug 15 2026 Sat Reptile Invasion 1:00pm–2:00pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: Live Animals Description: Learn more about reptiles and interact with live animals! Reptile Invasion works to save reptiles in need, teach the community through engaging, tactile learning, and promote responsible stewardsh
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on August 1, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: Come to the library to visit with or read to a book-loving therapy animal. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Only kids need to register.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Description: Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. 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 Aug 22 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 4 - 17, Teens Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group Aug 22 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - 17 ) Teens Program Type: Live Animals Description: Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog from My Caring Paws. Research shows that reading to animals can boost children's reading skills and help with emotional and social skills. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
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
Dec 24 - 25 2026 Christmas All Day 12/24–12/25 All Branches Closing Dec 24 - 25 2026 Closing Christmas All Day 12/24–12/25 Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
