Preschool Vision Screening

9:15am–12:00pm
Kids, 2 - 6
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Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Study Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 6 )

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Description:

Did you know that as many as 1 in 3 children have poor, but correctable vision – often just needing eyeglasses? The Deer Park Lions Club will be offering free vision screenings to test for nearsightedness, farsightedness, lazy eye, and more.

Read and Play

9:30am–10:30am
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
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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. 

Twos and Threes Together

9:45am–10:30am
Kids, 2 - 3
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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. 

Family Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Birth - 8
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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. 

Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, 3 - 12
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Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 12 )

Program Type: Puppet Show
Description:

Smart and sassy, Little Red Riding Hood has goodies for Grandma. How shall she get them there? Should she take the long road or the shortcut through the woods?

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

Touch a Truck

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone, All Ages
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Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Meet our friendly community helpers and their vehicles at this event filled with many opportunities to touch a truck! Free preschool vision screenings will also be offered this morning. 

Twos and Threes Together

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, 2 - 3
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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. 

North Carroll Writers Group

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

Family Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Kids, Birth - 8
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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. 

Family Storytime

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids, Birth - 8
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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. 

Read and Play

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
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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. 

Summer Lunch at the Library (Taneytown Branch)

12:00pm–1:00pm
Everyone, All Ages
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Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Description:

CCPL's Taneytown Branch will partner with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment or cost; meals will be served from 12 PM until 1 PM.

Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required

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!

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

North Carroll Senior Center Thursday Book Club: The Berry Pickers

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Offsite Event
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Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas.

This month's selection is The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters.

CCGS Research Thursday

1:00pm–4:00pm
13 - Adults, Adults
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Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
( 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.

Rocks and Geodes (Westminster)

2:00pm–3:00pm
11 - 17, Teens
Closed
Registration Required
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Join us to crack open geodes and paint some rocks. All materials will be provided for you.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0)

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
Location: Exploration Commons
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Sewing
Registration Required
Description:

Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.

Basic Knife Skills

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
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-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.

Hooks & Needles

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
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Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or any other portable project to the library to work alongside other crafters. Get out of the house and enjoy some company while you stitch a few more rows.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

Line Dancing with Lori

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for an evening of fun and fitness in this beginner's line dancing class. We suggest bringing water and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing for the class. 

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.

Papercraft Studio

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
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Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Study Room 2
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Interested in meeting other scrapbookers, card makers, and papercraft people? Attend our monthly meeting on second Thursdays to work on and finish projects, share ideas and layouts, share or exchange supplies, and have fun!

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

Pajama Party Storytime

6:30pm–7:00pm
Kids, Birth - 8
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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.

Beach Book Bingo

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Beat the heat and join us for a night of beach book-themed bingo, sure to be fun and full of prizes!

Cancelled

Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show

6:30pm–7:30pm
Kids, 3 - 12
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Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 12 )

Program Type: Puppet Show
Description:

Smart and sassy, Little Red Riding Hood has goodies for Grandma. How shall she get them there? Should she take the long road or the shortcut through the woods?

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.