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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Read and Play
9:30am–10:30am
Eldersburg Branch
Location:
Eldersburg Branch
Room:
Eldersburg 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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
16 - Adults,
Adults
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
7
2026
Thu
Sewing Skills: Foundation Piecing Techniques
9:30am–12:30pm
Exploration Commons
Location:
Exploration Commons
Room:
Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens (
16 - Adults )
Adults
Program Type:
Sewing
Description:
Learn the basics of quilting techniques, like String, Strip, and Crazy Quilting, in foundation piecing to create unique fabrics to use in your projects. Foundation fabrics will be provided along with scrap pieces.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "2 - 3" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Twos and Threes Together
9:45am–10:30am
Finksburg Branch
Location:
Finksburg Branch
Room:
Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids (
2 - 3 )
Program Type:
Storytime
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Disclaimer(s)
The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - 8" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Family Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
Mount Airy Branch
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - 8" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Family Storytime
10:00am–11:00am
North Carroll Branch
Location:
North Carroll Branch
Room:
North Carroll 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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
North Carroll Writers Group
10:00am–12:00pm
North Carroll Branch
Location:
North Carroll Branch
Room:
North Carroll Small Meeting Room
Description:
Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level.
Disclaimer(s)
The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Carroll County Workforce Development Day
10:00am–12:00pm
Taneytown Branch
Location:
Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Business and Finance
Description:
Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.
Disclaimer(s)
The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - 8" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Family Storytime
10:00am–11:00am
Taneytown Branch
Location:
Taneytown Branch
Room:
Taneytown 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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "2 - 3" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Twos and Threes Together
10:00am–11:00am
Westminster Branch
Location:
Westminster Branch
Room:
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Kids (
2 - 3 )
Program Type:
Storytime
This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Disclaimer(s)
The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - 8" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Family Storytime
10:30am–11:30am
Eldersburg Branch
Location:
Eldersburg Branch
Room:
Eldersburg 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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Read and Play
11:00am–12:00pm
Finksburg Branch
Location:
Finksburg Branch
Room:
Finksburg 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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - 8" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Family Storytime
11:00am–12:00pm
Westminster Branch
Location:
Westminster Branch
Room:
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Crafty Activities for Seniors
1:00pm–2:00pm
Mount Airy Branch
Location:
Mount Airy Branch
Room:
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:
Are you a retiree or an older adult who enjoys making crafts? If so, then please join us for a monthly group session where you'll create something different to take home or share.
Disclaimer(s)
The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
13 - Adults,
Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "13 - Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone - Body in Motion
1:00pm–1:45pm
North Carroll Branch
Location:
North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Teens (
13 - Adults )
Adults
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Description:
The library is more than just books. It is a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for a program full of movement and music.
Disclaimer(s)
The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "3 - 6" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Mini Musicians
1:00pm–1:30pm
North Carroll Branch
Location:
North Carroll Branch
Room:
North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids (
3 - 6 )
Program Type:
Music Theater and Dance
Description:
Come join us for a creative and exploratory first introduction to music! This program will incorporate piano playing, boomwhackers, and rhythm instruments while teaching children the basics of pitch, patterns, and rhythm.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "2 - 6" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Messy Masterpieces: Family Days
1:00pm–2:00pm
Taneytown Branch
Location:
Taneytown Branch
Room:
Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids (
2 - 6 )
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:
Paint and scissors and glue, oh my! It’s time to create your very own messy masterpieces to give to those you love for the upcoming special family holidays! Please dress to get messy.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
13 - Adults,
Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "13 - Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
CCGS Research Thursday
1:00pm–4:00pm
Westminster Branch
Location:
Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Teens (
13 - Adults )
Adults
Program Type:
History and Genealogy
Description:
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.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Open Mah Jongg
1:00pm–4:45pm
Westminster Branch
Location:
Westminster Branch
Room:
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Description:
Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card.
Disclaimer(s)
The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
15 - Adults,
Adults
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
May
7
2026
Thu
Sheet Pan Dinners
5:00pm–7:00pm
Exploration Commons
Location:
Exploration Commons
Room:
Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens (
15 - Adults )
Adults
Program Type:
Cooking
Description:
This class will prepare five different sheet pan dinners to sample: Rosemary Garlic Pork Chops with Chickpeas, All-Crust Chicken Pot Pie, Gnocchi with Sausage and Peppers, Garlic Lime Salmon Fajitas, and No-Fry Eggplant Parmesan.
Disclaimer(s)
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
13 - Adults,
Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "13 - Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Hooks & Needles: Spotlight on Cross Stitch
5:30pm–7:30pm
Taneytown Branch
Location:
Taneytown Branch
Room:
Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens (
13 - Adults )
Adults
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:
A limited number of cross stitch kits will be available for our May drop-in! Cross stitch is easy to learn, so you can get started while you're here and learn what you need to finish on your own.
Disclaimer(s)
The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
11 - Adults,
Teens,
Adults
This event is in the "11 - Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Westminster Branch Chess Club
5:30pm–7:00pm
Westminster Branch
Location:
Westminster Branch
Room:
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
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11 - Adults )
Teens
Adults
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Description:
Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor.
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "4 - 12" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Read to a Dog
6:00pm–6:30pm
North Carroll Branch
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Gentle Yoga
6:30pm–7:30pm
Eldersburg Branch
Location:
Eldersburg Branch
Room:
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Crochet Lily of the Valley
6:30pm–7:30pm
Finksburg Branch
Location:
Finksburg Branch
Room:
Finksburg Small Meeting Room
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:
Did you know that the Lily of the Valley symbolizes a return to happiness? This series of programs will guide you through the process of creating your own beautiful Lily of the Valley flowers.
Disclaimer(s)
All attendees need to register.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - 8" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Pajama Party Storytime
6:30pm–7:00pm
Mount Airy Branch
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.
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