This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Westminster Branch Chess Club Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: 11 - Adults, Teens, Adults 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "11 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Westminster Branch Chess Club 5:30pm–7:00pm Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration will open on July 30, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: ( 11 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Papercraft Studio Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Adults Interested in meeting other scrapbookers, card makers, and papercraft people? Attend our monthly session on second Thursdays to work on and finish projects, share ideas and layouts, share or exchange supplies, and have fun! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Papercraft Studio 6:00pm–7:45pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Interested in meeting other scrapbookers, card makers, and papercraft people? Attend our monthly session 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Gentle Yoga Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults This gentle yoga class allows students of various abilities and physical conditions to develop their yoga practice comfortably. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Gentle Yoga 6:30pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on July 30, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Q&A with the Small Business Administration Friday, August 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 1:30pm Eldersburg Small Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Business and Finance Age Group: Adults Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 14 2026 Fri Q&A with the Small Business Administration 9:30am–1:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance Description: Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nurturing Touch: Infant Massage Class Friday, August 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Kids, Birth - 24 Months, Adults Join us for a supportive, hands-on group for caregivers and their babies from birth to one year of age. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 14 2026 Fri Nurturing Touch: Infant Massage Class 10:00am–11:00am Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on July 31, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 24 Months ) Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Join us for a supportive, hands-on group for caregivers and their babies from birth to one year of age. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Only adults need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Coffee with the Classics: Sweet Smell of Success Friday, August 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Age Group: Adults Beat the heat with our final selection of the summer, the darkly comic Sweet Smell of Success, starring Burt Lancaster and Tony Curtis. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 14 2026 Fri Coffee with the Classics: Sweet Smell of Success 10:00am–12:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Description: Beat the heat with our final selection of the summer, the darkly comic Sweet Smell of Success, starring Burt Lancaster and Tony Curtis. Disclaimer(s) Refreshments will be served.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read Friday, August 14, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:45am Finksburg Branch Program Type: Live Animals Age Group: Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy animals for people and children of all abilities. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 14 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on July 31, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy animals for people and children of all abilities. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Only kids need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Open Mah Jongg Friday, August 14, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Adults Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 14 2026 Fri Open Mah Jongg 1:30pm–3:30pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided. 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 Yoga and Pranayama for Stress Relief Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults This program includes a gentle yoga practice, pranayama (breath exercises), and meditation to allow you to let go of tension, relax, and relieve stress. Breathing techniques and physical postures will be practiced that can be utilized off you Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2026 Sat Yoga and Pranayama for Stress Relief 9:30am–10:30am Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on August 1, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: This program includes a gentle yoga practice, pranayama (breath exercises), and meditation to allow you to let go of tension, relax, and relieve stress. Breathing techniques and physical postures will be practiced that can be utilized off you 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 Read with a Furry Friend Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: Live Animals Age Group: Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am–12:00pm Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on August 1, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: Come to the library to visit with or read to book-loving therapy dogs. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group PAWS to Read Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Finksburg Branch Program Type: Live Animals Age Group: Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Come to the library to visit with or read to a book-loving therapy animal. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "4 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on August 1, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: Come to the library to visit with or read to a book-loving therapy animal. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills in children and helps with social skills and emotional health for all ages. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Only kids need to register.
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, August 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Live Animals Age Group: Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 15 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Description: Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. 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 So You Want a Government Job?: Getting and Keeping a Job with the Federal Government Monday, August 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Business and Finance Age Group: Adults Gain a greater understanding of how to find, apply for, and get a job with the federal government. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 17 2026 Mon So You Want a Government Job?: Getting and Keeping a Job with the Federal Government 3:30pm–5:00pm Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on August 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance Registration Required Description: Gain a greater understanding of how to find, apply for, and get a job with the federal government. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Yoga with Meditation Monday, August 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 17 2026 Mon Yoga with Meditation 6:30pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on August 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. 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 "Adults" group Mount Airy Senior Center Book Club: The Boys in the Boat Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Offsite Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Book Discussion Group: 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 ... This month's selection is The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 18 2026 Tue Mount Airy Senior Center Book Club: The Boys in the Boat 10:00am–11:00am Offsite Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown.
This event is in the "Adults" group Potomac Community Services Table Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm Westminster Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults A client engagement specialist will visit the branch to share available services for both adults and children. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 18 2026 Tue Potomac Community Services Table 12:30pm–2:30pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Description: A client engagement specialist will visit the branch to share available services for both adults and children.
This event is in the "Adults" group North Carroll Knitters Group Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Adults Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join this group gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 18 2026 Tue North Carroll Knitters Group 1:00pm–3:00pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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. 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 Drop-In Diamond Painting Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 1:30pm - 7:30pm Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Adults Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 18 2026 Tue Drop-In Diamond Painting 1:30pm–7:30pm Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Join us for a drop-in session of diamond painting! No experience is necessary! 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 North Carroll Writers Group Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm North Carroll Small Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Age Group: Adults Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished writers, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 18 2026 Tue North Carroll Writers Group 5:30pm–7:30pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 writers, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Healthy Eating: Build a Better Breakfast Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults Join Weis dietitian Christina to learn why breakfast may be the most important meal of the day and some recipe ideas to get your day started right. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 18 2026 Tue Healthy Eating: Build a Better Breakfast 6:00pm–7:00pm North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration will open on August 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Join Weis dietitian Christina to learn why breakfast may be the most important meal of the day and some recipe ideas to get your day started right. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Writing Group Wednesday, August 19, 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 Aug 19 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 Mount Airy Knitters Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am 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 Aug 19 2026 Wed Mount Airy Knitters 10:00am–11:00am 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 "Adults" group Mount Airy Book Discussion Group: Mailman Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Book Discussion Group: 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 ... This month's selection is Mailman: My Wild Ride Delivering the Mail in Appalachia and Finally Finding Home by Stephen Starring Grant. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 19 2026 Wed Mount Airy Book Discussion Group: Mailman 1:00pm–2:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room 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 Mailman: My Wild Ride Delivering the Mail in Appalachia and Finally Finding Home by Stephen Starring Grant.
This event is in the "Adults" group Open Mah Jongg Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm 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 Aug 19 2026 Wed Open Mah Jongg 2:00pm–4:00pm 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. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.