This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 1 2026 Mon Cooking for Wellness: Rainbow Antioxidant Salad 1:30pm–3:30pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 1 2026 Mon Cooking for Wellness: Rainbow Antioxidant Salad 1:30pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 18, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Registration Required Payment Required Description: This colorful salad packs a wide variety of nutrients and antioxidants into a single meal. A dish that works great for BBQs, brunch, or your weekly meal prep. 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 Jun 4 2026 Thu Cooking Basics: Salad Dressing 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "14 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 4 2026 Thu Cooking Basics: Salad Dressing 5:30pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 21, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Ever wonder how to make the delicious vinaigrettes and salad dressings you find at most restaurants? This class will teach you the proper ingredient ratios and techniques as well as how to dress a salad properly. 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 Jun 5 2026 Fri ServSafe® Food Protection Manager One Day Course & Exam 9:00am–4:30pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 5 2026 Fri ServSafe® Food Protection Manager One Day Course & Exam 9:00am–4:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 5, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: The ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Course is for individuals preparing to take the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Exam. After taki Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 9 2026 Tue Italian Biscotti 2:00pm–3:30pm 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 Jun 9 2026 Tue Italian Biscotti 2:00pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 26, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Learn how to make crispy, twice-baked Italian Biscotti Cookies. Each table will make a different flavor batch to be split evenly among registrants. 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 Jun 10 2026 Wed Wok Cooking Basics 5:00pm–7:00pm Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 10 2026 Wed Wok Cooking Basics 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 27, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: In this hands-on class, gain an introductory understanding of wok cooking and learn how to prepare your recipe for the best results. We will prepare a plant-based recipe to practice our new cooking skill. 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 Jun 11 2026 Thu Basic Knife Skills 1:00pm–2:30pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 11 2026 Thu Basic Knife Skills 1:00pm–2:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 28, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Description: This hands-on class will cover everything you need to know about caring for your knives and how to use them. You'll learn how to chop, dice, and mince and get plenty of practice with other professional cuts. This is a beginner class. 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 Jun 15 2026 Mon Italian Biscotti 5:30pm–7:00pm 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 Jun 15 2026 Mon Italian Biscotti 5:30pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Learn how to make crispy, twice-baked Italian Biscotti Cookies. Each table will make a different flavor batch to be split evenly among registrants. 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 Jun 16 2026 Tue Healthy Eating: Summer Food Safety 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 16 2026 Tue Healthy Eating: Summer Food Safety 6:00pm–7:00pm North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration will open on June 2, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Join Weis Dietitian Christina to learn about food safety as it pertains to summer cookouts and gatherings to reduce the risk of preventable foodborne illnesses. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 17 2026 Wed Kids Bake: Mini Fruit Tarts 11:00am–1:00pm Kids, 10 - 17, Teens Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "10 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 17 2026 Wed Kids Bake: Mini Fruit Tarts 11:00am–1:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 10 - 17 ) Teens Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: In this class, we will make sweet and tender mini Pâte Sucrée Tart Shells and rich Vanilla Pastry Cream, then top them off with beautiful fruit patterns. 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 Jun 17 2026 Wed Classic Recreations: Peanut Butter Cups 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "14 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 17 2026 Wed Classic Recreations: Peanut Butter Cups 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: In this two-part class, we'll recreate a classic candy…peanut butter cups!Day 1:You will create your design in Fusion 360 and learn about the 3D printing process. 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 Jun 18 2026 Thu Wok Cooking Basics 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 18 2026 Thu Wok Cooking Basics 1:00pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: In this hands-on class, gain an introductory understanding of wok cooking and learn how to prepare your recipe for the best results. We will prepare a plant-based recipe to practice our new cooking skill. 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.
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
This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 20 2026 Sat Bake Together: Bugs and Blooms Marshmallow Fondant Cookie Decorating 2:00pm–4:00pm Kids, 8 - 12 Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "8 - 12" group Jun 20 2026 Sat Bake Together: Bugs and Blooms Marshmallow Fondant Cookie Decorating 2:00pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 6, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 8 - 12 ) Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Add some sweetness to your summer afternoon! 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 Jun 22 2026 Mon Bake Together: Bugs and Blooms Marshmallow Fondant Cookie Decorating 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 22 2026 Mon Bake Together: Bugs and Blooms Marshmallow Fondant Cookie Decorating 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 8, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Add some sweetness to your summer afternoon! 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 23 2026 Tue Kids Bake: Mini Fruit Tarts 5:00pm–7:00pm Kids, 10 - 17, Teens Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "10 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 23 2026 Tue Kids Bake: Mini Fruit Tarts 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 9, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 10 - 17 ) Teens Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: In this class, we will make sweet and tender mini Pâte Sucrée Tart Shells and rich Vanilla Pastry Cream, then top them off with beautiful fruit patterns. 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 Jun 24 2026 Wed Classic Recreations: Peanut Butter Cups 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "14 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 24 2026 Wed Classic Recreations: Peanut Butter Cups 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: In this two-part class, we'll recreate a classic candy…peanut butter cups!Day 1:You will create your design in Fusion 360 and learn about the 3D printing process. 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 Jun 24 2026 Wed Make Your Own Sourdough Starter 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 24 2026 Wed Make Your Own Sourdough Starter 6:00pm–7:00pm Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on June 10, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Description: Make your own sourdough starter! We'll provide everything you need to make a sourdough starter, explain how to maintain your new starter, and provide recipes to make bread. Join your fellow bread lovers in Taneytown! 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 Jun 25 2026 Thu Easy Weeknight: Thai Beef with Coconut Rice 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 25 2026 Thu Easy Weeknight: Thai Beef with Coconut Rice 5:30pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 11, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Add some new flavors to your busy evenings in this hands-on cooking class. Join us in making this fast but tasty, spicy-sweet ground beef stir-fry, served over creamy coconut rice. 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 Jun 26 2026 Fri Inclusive Cooks: Strawberry Rhubarb Hand Pies 10:00am–11:30am 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 Jun 26 2026 Fri Inclusive Cooks: Strawberry Rhubarb Hand Pies 10:00am–11:30am Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 12, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Description: In this hands-on cooking series for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and people without, we will prepare strawberry rhubarb hand pies. 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 Jun 30 2026 Tue Tiramisu 2:30pm–4:00pm Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Tiramisu 2:30pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 16, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Learn what makes tiramisu an irresistible classic! Participants will learn what tiramisu is and create their very own to take home to share. 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.
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 "Adults" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Healthy Eating: Mindful Eating on a Budget 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Healthy Eating: Mindful Eating on a Budget 6:00pm–7:00pm North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration will open on July 7, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Join Weis Dietitian Christina to learn tips on how to be more in tune with your body at mealtimes and how to navigate the grocery store with budget and nutrition in mind. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 18 2026 Tue Healthy Eating: Build a Better Breakfast 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 18 2026 Tue Healthy Eating: Build a Better Breakfast 6:00pm–7:00pm North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration will open on August 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Join Weis dietitian Christina to learn why breakfast may be the most important meal of the day and some recipe ideas to get your day started right. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
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
