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Read and Play

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg 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....

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Mini Musicians

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Music Theater and Dance
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 6

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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 22, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: Music Theater and Dance
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Fun with LEGO® Sumo-Bots

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 12

Drop by to see how robots compete in a sumo-style match. Experience hands-on what it takes to program and revise a robot. This workshop will be guided by the coach and members of the Pie3 robotic team, Gear Freaks.  

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 12 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Description:

Drop by to see how robots compete in a sumo-style match. Experience hands-on what it takes to program and revise a robot. This workshop will be guided by the coach and members of the Pie3 robotic team, Gear Freaks.  

This event is in the "Kids" group

Read to a Dog

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Live Animals
Age Group:
Kids, 4 - 12

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.

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Pajama Party Storytime

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Pajama Party 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 youn...

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 "Kids" group

Cuentos Bilingües/Bilingual Storytime

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 2 - 10

Are you interested in improving your language skills? Join us for Spanish Bilingual Storytime! There will be singing, dancing, activities, stories, and rhymes in Spanish and English. 

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 10 )

Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Are you interested in improving your language skills? Join us for Spanish Bilingual Storytime! There will be singing, dancing, activities, stories, and rhymes in Spanish and English. 

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

ABCs & 123s: Be My Valentine

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 2 - 6

Join the fun as we explore letters and numbers. We'll offer lots of engaging, hands-on activities to make learning fun!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 23, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 6 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Join the fun as we explore letters and numbers. We'll offer lots of engaging, hands-on activities to make learning 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 "Kids" group

Love Bug Storytime

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8

Join us for a snuggly, wuggly Valentine's Day storytime about the people we love.

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Join us for a snuggly, wuggly Valentine's Day storytime about the people we love.

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

Preschool Play

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 2 - 5

Play is a fantastic way for children to develop their critical thinking skills. Join us for an open playtime where children can be imaginative and creative while exploring blocks, puzzles, playdough, and more.

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Kids ( 2 - 5 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Play is a fantastic way for children to develop their critical thinking skills. Join us for an open playtime where children can be imaginative and creative while exploring blocks, puzzles, playdough, and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Siblings are welcome to attend this program.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Read and Play

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll 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....

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

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Saturday 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. 

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

Saturday Adventures

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8

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!

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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Read with a Furry Friend

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Live Animals
Age Group:
Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults

Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained "reading dogs" provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. Research shows that reading to animals can boost reading skills in children and help with emotional and social skills.

Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 4 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Live Animals
Description:

Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained "reading dogs" provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. Research shows that reading to animals can boost reading skills in children and help with emotional and social 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
This event is in the "Teens" group

Book Hedgehog Decorating Contest

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 17, Teens

Join us at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch for our Fourth Annual Book Hedgehog Contest!

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Join us at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch for our Fourth Annual Book Hedgehog Contest!

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

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg 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. 

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Storytime

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy 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. 

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

Family Storytime

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster 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. 

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Pizza Storytime

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8

Did you know that February 9th is Pizza Day? Join the storytime fun as we celebrate this delicious favorite! We'll share stories, songs, a craft, and activities—and create a giant felt pizza together.

Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Did you know that February 9th is Pizza Day? Join the storytime fun as we celebrate this delicious favorite! We'll share stories, songs, a craft, and activities—and create a giant felt pizza together.

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

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll 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....

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

Play and Explore

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 5

Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play! A large variety of engaging toys and materials will be available.

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 5 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play! A large variety of engaging toys and materials will be available.

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

Let's Move!

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8

Join us for an interactive storytime where we're learning through movement. We'll explore books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles!

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Join us for an interactive storytime where we're learning through movement. We'll explore books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles!

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

Alphabet Train

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 6
Alphabet Train:

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: Storytime

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

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

Alphabet Train

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 6
Alphabet Train:

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: Storytime

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

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

Curious Kids

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, 5 - 8

Calling all curious kids! Join us each session to share a story, art project, and hands-on STEM activity. Children and adults can have fun and get messy together! Food and natural items may be present.

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 5 - 8 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Description:

Calling all curious kids! Join us each session to share a story, art project, and hands-on STEM activity. Children and adults can have fun and get messy together! Food and natural items may be present.