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Book Chat

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for an hour of chatting about books! Come and share what you are reading and get ideas from others about what to read next!

Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us for an hour of chatting about books! Come and share what you are reading and get ideas from others about what to read next!

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

Intro to 3D Printing and Design with Tinkercad

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Learn the basics of using Tinkercad to design for 3D printing! We'll walk through basic 3D design using Tinkercad software and create a simple project to be 3D printed. N...

Required
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Learn the basics of using Tinkercad to design for 3D printing! We'll walk through basic 3D design using Tinkercad software and create a simple project to be 3D printed. No previous design experience is necessary!

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

Writing Group: Tea & Poetry

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Description:

If you enjoy reading poetry, chances are you enjoy writing it, too! Join our informal monthly poetry writing group where we’ll share a cup of tea, discuss poetry topics, and write ...

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Description:

If you enjoy reading poetry, chances are you enjoy writing it, too! Join our informal monthly poetry writing group where we’ll share a cup of tea, discuss poetry topics, and write poetry. All experience levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writer's Circle

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join this fun group of writers and aspiring writers as we share what we are working on and listen to feedback from others. Whether you write novels, short stories, poems, or anythi...

Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Join this fun group of writers and aspiring writers as we share what we are working on and listen to feedback from others. Whether you write novels, short stories, poems, or anything in between, this group is for you!

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, May 4, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Live Animals
Age Group:
Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults
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 ...

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Easy Crafting Afternoon: May the 4th Be with You Luminaries

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for an easy and fun crafting afternoon. We will celebrate all things Star Wars with our own Star Wars-themed luminaries.  

Required
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

Join us for an easy and fun crafting afternoon. We will celebrate all things Star Wars with our own Star Wars-themed luminaries.  

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wok Cooking Basics

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

In this hands-on class, gain an introductory understanding of wok cooking and learn how to prepare your recipe for the best results. We will prepare a plant-based recipe to practic...

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

In this hands-on class, gain an introductory understanding of wok cooking and learn how to prepare your recipe for the best results. We will prepare a plant-based recipe to practice the new cooking skill.

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.

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

Game Day: Codenames

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Librarian Joy Zimmer will teach you how to play Codenames at City Park Gaming & Brew Room! An adult must accompany all participants under the age of 18. The library w...

Offsite Event
Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Librarian Joy Zimmer will teach you how to play Codenames at City Park Gaming & Brew Room! An adult must accompany all participants under the age of 18. The library will not cover the cost of beverages or snacks.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

North Carroll Knitters Group

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:45pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join this group gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns.

Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join this group gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns.

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

Cooking for Wellness: Building Better Salads

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Learn to make salads exciting! Join dietitian Dana Mealing in creating nutritious, crave-worthy salads. Go beyond iceberg lettuce with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and a sprinkle of...

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Learn to make salads exciting! Join dietitian Dana Mealing in creating nutritious, crave-worthy salads.

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.

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

Club Friendship

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Description:

We welcome teens and adults with developmental disabilities or who are neurodivergent, along with their caregivers, to join us for an hour of movement, games, and fun!

Required
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Description:

We welcome teens and adults with developmental disabilities or who are neurodivergent, along with their caregivers, to join us for an hour of movement, games, and fun!

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

Family Cooking: Empanadas

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Kids, 6 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Description:

Join us for a family cooking class to celebrate Cinco de Mayo (one day late) with scratch empanadas!  Registration is for one child age 6+ and one adult plus up to two addi...

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Join us for a family cooking class to celebrate Cinco de Mayo (one day late) with scratch empanadas! 

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.

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

Yoga with Meditation

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Description:

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

Required
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:

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

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

Intermediate Laser Cutting: Designing for Different Materials

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Description:

This intermediate-level laser design class focuses on the differences between creating designs and navigating unique settings on various materials. Attendees will learn how to opti...

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

This intermediate-level laser design class focuses on the differences between creating designs and navigating unique settings on various materials. Attendees will learn how to optimize their workflow with several different material options.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

North Carroll Writers Group

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
North Carroll Small Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
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 mo...

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writing Group

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 9:15am - 1:00pm
Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
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. The primary goal is to dedicate quie...

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mount Airy Knitters

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome. 

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 "Adults" group.

North Carroll Senior Center Wednesday Book Club: Killers of the Flower Moon

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

This month's selection is Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann.

Offsite Event
Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

This month's selection is Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Transitioning to Medicare Part 1

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Business and Finance, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitionin...

Required
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Business and Finance, Health and Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Description:

Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning to Medicare.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

Cooking Demo: Spiralized Veggies

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Get inspired to add a little creativity to your recipes with a spiralizer. Learn and sample dishes utilizing this fun kitchen tool that can help you add more veggies to your meals ...

Required
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Get inspired to add a little creativity to your recipes with a spiralizer. Learn and sample dishes utilizing this fun kitchen tool that can help you add more veggies to your meals or entice reluctant eaters with this novel presentation. 

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Grown-Up Gaming

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Calling all board game enthusiasts to our evening of whimsy, strategy, competition, and cooperation! Feel free to bring a favorite game or learn a new one from our curated collecti...

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Calling all board game enthusiasts to our evening of whimsy, strategy, competition, and cooperation! Feel free to bring a favorite game or learn a new one from our curated collection of unique indie hits and classic favorites.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fabric Decorated Flower Pot

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Are you looking for a last-minute Mother's Day gift or a fun and easy spring project? Join us as we transform plain terra cotta pots using colorful fabric and Mod Podge!

Required
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Are you looking for a last-minute Mother's Day gift or a fun and easy spring project? Join us as we transform plain terra cotta pots using colorful fabric and Mod Podge!

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

Knitting Nights

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Description:

New and experienced knitters are welcome to join us for an evening of chatting and sharing ideas while working on your own projects. Beginners looking for instruction, please bring...

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

New and experienced knitters are welcome to join us for an evening of chatting and sharing ideas while working on your own projects.

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

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults
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 ...

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size 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.