Hold for Roar like a Lion All Day 1/2 - 1/18 Finksburg Display Case - Left at Finksburg Branch Finksburg Branch Jan 2 - 18 2026 Hold for Roar like a Lion All Day 1/2–1/18 Library Branch: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Display Case - Left
This event is in the "Adults" group Writing Group Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 9:15am - 1:00pm Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Age Group: Adults Writers of all levels and genres are invited to join our weekly writing group. It is a flexible, drop-in, stay-as-long-as-you-like environment. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Writing Group 9:15am–1:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Description: Writers of all levels and genres are invited to join our weekly writing group. It is a flexible, drop-in, stay-as-long-as-you-like environment. 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 Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)! Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am Finksburg Small Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services. Cancelled View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Cancelled Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)! 9:30am–11:30am Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Description: Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services. 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 Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)! Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am Eldersburg Small Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services. Cancelled View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Cancelled Ask the Department of Human Services (DHS)! 9:30am–11:30am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Description: Staff from the Carroll County Department of Social Services will be available to share community resources and DSS services; offer application assistance for SNAP, TCA, MA, and more; and assist with child support services. 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 Family Storytime Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 8 Family 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. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Family Storytime 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 - 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group Read and Play Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 24 Months Read and Play: 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.... View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown 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 Read and Play Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 24 Months Read and Play: 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.... View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Read and 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 - 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 "Adults" group Mount Airy Knitters Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Adults Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Mount Airy Knitters 10:00am–12:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Beginner Cricut: Soup-er Bowls Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Put your Cricut skills into practice or learn the basics of design with this beginner-friendly class. Closed View Details Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Beginner Cricut: Soup-er Bowls 10:00am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Closed Registration is no longer available for this event. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: Put your Cricut skills into practice or learn the basics of design with this beginner-friendly class. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Kids" group Move & Groove Storytime Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 8 This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Move & Groove Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Storytime Description: This energetic storytime encourages creative movement and dance to help develop gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness while fostering a love of stories. 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 Read and Play Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 24 Months Read and Play: 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.... View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Read and Play 11:00am–11:30am Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy 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. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Kids" group Preschool Move and Learn Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, 3 - 6 Join us for an interactive storytime where we develop school readiness skills using movement, music, and more, while fostering a love of learning! This fun program includes art projects and hands-on learning stations. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - 6" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Preschool Move and Learn 11:00am–12:00pm Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - 6 ) Program Type: Storytime Description: Join us for an interactive storytime where we develop school readiness skills using movement, music, and more, while fostering a love of learning! This fun program includes art projects and hands-on learning stations. 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 Ready, Set, School! Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, 3 - 6 Ready, Set, School!: An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - 6" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Ready, Set, School! 11:00am–12:00pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - 6 ) Program Type: Storytime An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills. 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 Twos and Threes Together Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, 2 - 3 Twos and Threes Together: This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Risky Business: Fraud and Scam Protection Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: Business and Finance, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Adults Online activity plays a big role in your everyday life—and knowing how to navigate it safely is more important than ever. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Risky Business: Fraud and Scam Protection 1:00pm–2:30pm North Carroll Branch Open Registration will close on January 7, 2026 @ 1:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Online activity plays a big role in your everyday life—and knowing how to navigate it safely is more important than ever. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Open Mah Jongg Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:45pm Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Adults 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Open Mah Jongg 1:00pm–4:45pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Adults 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group LEGO® Builders Club Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: STEM/STEAM Age Group: Kids, 6 - 12 Want to practice your building skills? Join us for a LEGO® program where you tackle a new design each time! We supply the bricks, and you supply the creativity! View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - 12" group Jan 7 2026 Wed LEGO® Builders Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 6 - 12 ) Program Type: STEM/STEAM Description: Want to practice your building skills? Join us for a LEGO® program where you tackle a new design each time! We supply the bricks, and you supply the creativity! 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 Intro to Laser Cutting Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults This beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures. Waitlist Register Now 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 7 2026 Wed Intro to Laser Cutting 4:30pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Waitlist Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: This beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures.
This event is in the "Adults" group Books and Brews Book Club: The Last Thing He Told Me Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Offsite Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Do you enjoy reading and talking about books while enjoying excellent craft beer? Then our Books and Brews book club is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting, so join us in sharing good books and ideas. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Books and Brews Book Club: The Last Thing He Told Me 6:00pm–7:00pm Offsite Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Offsite Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Description: Do you enjoy reading and talking about books while enjoying excellent craft beer? Then our Books and Brews book club is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting, so join us in sharing good books and ideas.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults 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. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet 6:00pm–7:45pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: 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. 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 Family Fun Night Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 8 Wear your pajamas and listen to stories before bed. Join us for family fun, featuring stories, music, crafts, play, and time with friends. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Family Fun Night 6:30pm–7:15pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Storytime Description: Wear your pajamas and listen to stories before bed. Join us for family fun, featuring stories, music, crafts, play, and time with friends. 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 Read and Play Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 24 Months Read and Play: 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.... View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Read and Play 9:30am–10:30am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Bucket Bag (Class 5) Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Sewing Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults 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. Full View Details 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Bucket Bag (Class 5) 9:30am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Full Registration is closed because the event is full. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Registration Required Payment Required Description: 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group Twos and Threes Together Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 9:45am - 10:30am Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, 2 - 3 Twos and Threes Together: This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Twos and Threes Together 9:45am–10:30am Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
