Week Calendar

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.

Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Sew a fully lined, curved project bag. Learn to sew and finish a bag with two handles that are incorporated into the design of the bag. 

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Soldering is fun and fundamental to a wide assortment of maker electronic projects and modern technology. From simple light-up LEDs to complex robots, solder is the glue that holds the technological world together.

Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor.

We will be using our Teaching Kitchen Collaborative recipes for seasonal pumpkin pancakes and root hash to create a delicious fall brunch! We'll also learn how to poach eggs and make espresso drinks to complete our meal.

This presentation will address a brief history of espionage through the ages, from its inception in Biblical times through the 20^th century.

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.

Volunteers from the Carroll County Genealogical Society are available to help with your family history research. Please contact volunteers at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS staff assistance.

Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them.  

This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:

Join author Stephen Evangelista as he explores the topic of his latest book, Forever Silenced: The Story of the Gettysburg Gun which offers an extraordinary and sweeping narrative of one of the Civil War’s most enduring artifact

Looking for a fun and relaxing way to spend your afternoon? Join us for a laid-back crafting session designed for teens and adults to unwind, explore creativity, and make something beautiful—together.

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.

Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. 

CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for teens, so join us to show you're the best player in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!

Learn the basic features of Adobe Illustrator. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and explore the program through hands-on instruction. No experience is required!

Klatch (noun): a gathering usually characterized by informal conversation.

Join us for a casual, bi-weekly stitching club. All needle-crafters are welcome!

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.

Do you need to brush up on your knife skills? In this two-hour refresher class, we'll cover the basic cuts and create a delicious ratatouille to bake at home.

Earn service hours by working behind the scenes to bring a Stuffed Animal Sleepover to life for the library's younger patrons.

Discover the growing availability of online records at the Maryland State Archives! Reference Archivist Rhys Burns will highlight newly accessible collections, updated finding aids, and strategies for navigating these digital resources.

Do you know your Oreo flavors? Join us for two rounds of fun! Round one will have you guessing the Oreo flavors, and round two will have you ranking the Oreos from best to worst. Bring your taste buds and your friends!

Join us in making a unique decoupage seashell dish to hold your jewelry or other small trinkets. This makes a great handmade gift for anyone who loves coastal-inspired décor.

Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.

Calling all teens with a love of the library! Help us plan teen programming and influence our teen collections. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too!