This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Winter Sowing for the Garden 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Winter Sowing for the Garden 6:00pm–7:30pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gardening and Environment Description: Are you dreaming of spring as you browse through seed catalogs? 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Pajama Party Storytime 6:30pm–7:00pm Kids, Birth - 8 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Pajama Party Storytime 6:30pm–7:00pm 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: Storytime Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children. 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Gentle Yoga 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Eldersburg Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Gentle Yoga 6:30pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Open Registration will close on January 8, 2026 @ 6:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: This gentle yoga class allows students of various abilities and physical conditions to develop their yoga practice comfortably. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu How Money Works 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Eldersburg Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu How Money Works 6:30pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Open Registration will close on January 8, 2026 @ 6:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance Registration Required Description: Start the new year off right with this in-depth and informative program that will help you form the building blocks of financial health.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu The Zentangle Method of Drawing-based Mindfulness 7:00pm–8:00pm Kids, 10 - Adults, Teens, Adults Online Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "10 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu The Zentangle Method of Drawing-based Mindfulness 7:00pm–8:00pm Online Open Registration will close on January 8, 2026 @ 4:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Online Age Group: Kids ( 10 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: In this online class, Jill Suffel, CZT (Certified Zentangle Teacher) will lead us through a relaxing drawing activity that starts with four dots and a line. The outcome will amaze you! Disclaimer(s) Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Q&A with the Small Business Administration 9:30am–1:30pm Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Q&A with the Small Business Administration 9:30am–1:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance Description: Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Law Enforcement Appreciation Day 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 8 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Law Enforcement Appreciation Day 10:00am–10:30am Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Storytime Description: Help us say thank you to our local community helpers in a special storytime with guests from the Mount Airy Police Department! Disclaimer(s) Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive Storytime 10:00am–10:45am Everyone, All Ages Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive Storytime 10:00am–10:45am Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: Storytime This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free storytime. 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Play Baby Play 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 3 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 3" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Play Baby Play 10:00am–11:00am Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 3 ) Description: You're invited to a morning playgroup just for little ones! Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play with our toys, practice gross motor skills on our baby obstacle course, enjoy music, and socialize with others. 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 24 Months North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 24 Months ) Program Type: Storytime Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize. 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Snow, Ice, & Snowmen 10:00am–11:00am Kids, 2 - 5 Taneytown Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 5" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Snow, Ice, & Snowmen 10:00am–11:00am Taneytown Branch Open Registration will close on January 9, 2026 @ 10:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 5 ) Program Type: STEM/STEAM Registration Required Description: Bundle up for a chilly program about all things cold. We will explore snow and ice and make a cute snowman. Learning stations will help the children engage in creative play and learning. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri American Red Cross Blood Drive 10:00am–3:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri American Red Cross Blood Drive 10:00am–3:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Description: Give blood and save a life. Set up an appointment or drop in.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Finksburg Branch Open 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am Finksburg Branch Open Registration will close on January 9, 2026 @ 10:45am. 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 dogs 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone - Winter Ball 11:00am–12:00pm Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone - Winter Ball 11:00am–12:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Fun and Games, Music Theater and Dance Description: The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games, crafts, music, and more in a sensory-friendly environment! We love Club Friendship and can't wait for our Winter Ball! Wear some fun dress attire and get ready to boogie down with us! 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 "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Pairs Cooking: Tiramisu 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults Exploration Commons Full Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Pairs Cooking: Tiramisu 1:30pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Full Registration is closed because the event is full. 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. Registration is for two people. 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Open Mah Jongg 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Open Mah Jongg 1:30pm–3:30pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided. 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 "Everyone" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Superhero Day! 9:00am–4:00pm Everyone, All Ages North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Superhero Day! 9:00am–4:00pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Join us to make superhero crafts and try out a superhero scavenger hunt.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat History of Spying: Part 1 9:30am–11:30am Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat History of Spying: Part 1 9:30am–11:30am Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: History and Genealogy Description: This two-part series offers an overview of the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) from World War I to the present. It covers three main areas: Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Celebrating America fosters a greater sense and understanding of America's history and Carroll County's important role in that history by joining forces with private and public institutions around the county. For more information about the initiative, visit Carroll County's Celebrating America website.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Saturday Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 8 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Saturday Storytime 10:00am–10:30am 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: Storytime We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 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 "Kids" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Saturday Adventures 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 8 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Saturday Adventures 10:00am–11:00am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime Description: Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Introduction to Arduino 10:00am–12:00pm 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat Introduction to Arduino 10:00am–12:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on December 27, 2025 @ 9:00am. 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: Microcontrollers are everywhere and are often the unseen heroes of our modern world. From coffee makers to elevators, and even the television remote control, microcontrollers can be programmed to fulfill a variety of simple tasks. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Peaceful Melodies with Lydia Bandy 12:00pm–1:00pm Everyone, All Ages Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Peaceful Melodies with Lydia Bandy 12:00pm–1:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: Music Theater and Dance Description: Enjoy the soothing sounds of piano or harp as Lydia Bandy fills the library with beautiful, calming music. 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat The ABCs of Self Defense 12:00pm–1:30pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Mount Airy Branch 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat The ABCs of Self Defense 12:00pm–1:30pm Mount Airy Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 27, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Would you like to increase your safety awareness in public or private locations? Learn how to recognize and avoid potentially dangerous situations from Carl Minkel, founder and chief instructor of the Taekwondo Arnis Academy. 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat The Art of Book Folding: Hedgehogs 1:00pm–2:30pm Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat The Art of Book Folding: Hedgehogs 1:00pm–2:30pm Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration will open on December 27, 2025 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Registration Required Description: Join us for a fun and cozy afternoon as we upcycle books into adorable hedgehogs. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
