This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Artifacts That Tell a Story: Military History with Butch Maisel Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: History and Genealogy Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Join us for an evening exploring military artifacts from the Boys’ Latin School of Maryland Center for Military History with Butch Maisel. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 11 2026 Mon Artifacts That Tell a Story: Military History with Butch Maisel 6:00pm–7:00pm Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: History and Genealogy Registration Required Description: Join us for an evening exploring military artifacts from the Boys’ Latin School of Maryland Center for Military History with Butch Maisel. 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. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Come Create Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Adults Doing crafts improves your mood, reduces stress, and is fun! Explore your inner artist. All supplies will be provided. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 11 2026 Mon Come Create 6:00pm–7:00pm Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Registration Required Description: Doing crafts improves your mood, reduces stress, and is fun! Explore your inner artist. All supplies 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. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Veterans Book Club: The Siege Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults In partnership with the Carroll County Veterans Advisory Council, we invite veterans, current military and reservists, and family members to join us for an evening of discussion, fellowship, and camaraderie. This month's selection is The View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 11 2026 Mon Veterans Book Club: The Siege 6:00pm–7:45pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Description: In partnership with the Carroll County Veterans Advisory Council, we invite veterans, current military and reservists, and family members to join us for an evening of discussion, fellowship, and camaraderie. This month's selection is The Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Book Buzz: A Sneak Peek at Hot Summer Reads Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Age Group: Kids, 10 - Adults, Teens, Adults Representatives from both the adult and children's divisions of Penguin Random House will be on hand to preview and review recently released and upcoming spring and summer titles. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "10 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 11 2026 Mon Book Buzz: A Sneak Peek at Hot Summer Reads 6:30pm–7:30pm North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 10 - Adults ) Teens Adults Registration Required Description: Representatives from both the adult and children's divisions of Penguin Random House will be on hand to preview and review recently released and upcoming spring and summer titles. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Making for Seniors: Engrave a Simple Paper Project Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Adults Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating! Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Making for Seniors: Engrave a Simple Paper Project 10:00am–12:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 28, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating!
This event is in the "Adults" group Strategy Games Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Adults Please drop in anytime between the hours listed and learn or teach a game. Most strategic games take between 1.5 to 3 hours to play. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Strategy Games 1:30pm–4:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Please drop in anytime between the hours listed and learn or teach a game. Most strategic games take between 1.5 to 3 hours to play.
This event is in the "Adults" group Drop-In Diamond Painting Tuesday, May 12, 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 May 12 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 Line Dancing with Lori Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Music Theater and Dance Age Group: Adults 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Line Dancing with Lori 5:00pm–6:00pm Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on April 28, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Transitioning to Medicare Part 2 Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. This seminar focuses on Medicare Supplement/Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Transitioning to Medicare Part 2 5:00pm–6:30pm North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration will open on April 28, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to maximize your Medicare health benefits. This seminar focuses on Medicare Supplement/Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0) Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Sewing Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0) 5:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 28, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group North Carroll Writers Group Tuesday, May 12, 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, 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 May 12 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, 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Knit and Chat Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Kids, 8 - Adults, Teens, Adults Join us for this monthly meet-up with other knitters of all ages to relax, knit, get ideas for projects, receive help on current projects, gain new skills, and learn to knit if you don't know how. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "8 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Knit and Chat 6:00pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 8 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Join us for this monthly meet-up with other knitters of all ages to relax, knit, get ideas for projects, receive help on current projects, gain new skills, and learn to knit if you don't know how. 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 Open Mah Jongg Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy 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 ready for casual, non-competitive play. An experienced staff member will be there to assist. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Open Mah Jongg 6:00pm–7:45pm Mount Airy Branch Upcoming Registration will open on April 28, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players ready for casual, non-competitive play. An experienced staff member will be there to assist. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group TRIVIA NIGHT at Bistro 91 in Finksburg Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm Offsite Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Adults What trivia tidbits are rattling around in your head? Grab a few friends and join us for Trivia Night at Bistro 91! All prizes are provided by Bistro 91. Upcoming View Details Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue TRIVIA NIGHT at Bistro 91 in Finksburg 7:00pm–9:00pm Offsite Upcoming Registration will open on April 28, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Offsite Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: What trivia tidbits are rattling around in your head? Grab a few friends and join us for Trivia Night at Bistro 91! All prizes are provided by Bistro 91.
This event is in the "Adults" group Writing Group Wednesday, May 13, 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 May 13 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 Carroll County Workforce Development Day Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm North Carroll Study Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: Business and Finance Age Group: Adults Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Carroll County Workforce Development Day 10:00am–12:00pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Study Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance Description: Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.
This event is in the "Adults" group Mount Airy Knitters Wednesday, May 13, 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 May 13 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. 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 Senior Center Wednesday Book Club: Last Twilight in Paris Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm 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 Last Twilight in Paris by Pam Jenoff. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed North Carroll Senior Center Wednesday Book Club: Last Twilight in Paris 11:00am–12:00pm Offsite Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Offsite Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Description: Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? 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 Last Twilight in Paris by Pam Jenoff.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group CD Garden Art Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Gardening and Environment Age Group: Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Bring some sparkle to your deck, patio, or garden by creating a beautiful piece of art using a repurposed CD. This beautiful outdoor ornament will add interest and personality to your outdoor space. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "14 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed CD Garden Art 2:00pm–3:00pm Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Gardening and Environment Registration Required Description: Bring some sparkle to your deck, patio, or garden by creating a beautiful piece of art using a repurposed CD. This beautiful outdoor ornament will add interest and personality to your outdoor space. 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, May 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults This class is for customers looking to become certified for independent use of the Exploration Commons laser cutters. We will cover simple project creation in Adobe Illustrator, the basics of the Epilog Dashboard software Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Intro to Laser Cutting 2:00pm–4:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: This class is for customers looking to become certified for independent use of the Exploration Commons laser cutters. We will cover simple project creation in Adobe Illustrator, the basics of the Epilog Dashboard software
This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Group Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Age Group: Adults Join us for a friendly group gathering to practice speaking English. This program, led by a partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County, is geared toward adults who are English language learners. All levels welcome. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed English Conversation Group 5:00pm–6:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Description: Join us for a friendly group gathering to practice speaking English. This program, led by a partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County, is geared toward adults who are English language learners. All levels welcome.
This event is in the "Adults" group Transitioning to Medicare Part 1 Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm Online Program Type: Business and Finance, Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Transitioning to Medicare Part 1 5:00pm–6:30pm Online Upcoming Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance, Health and Wellness Registration Required 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. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Engraved Tumblers Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults In this class, we will be engraving tumblers using Adobe Illustrator to create a simple design with text and graphics. Previous laser design experience is helpful but not required. Upcoming 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 May 13 2026 Wed Engraved Tumblers 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: In this class, we will be engraving tumblers using Adobe Illustrator to create a simple design with text and graphics. Previous laser design experience is helpful but not required.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group ASL Practice Club Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Kids, 5 - Adults, Teens, Adults Join us for our ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Club! We will have conversational games and prompts to help keep your skills up. All fluency levels are welcome! View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "5 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed ASL Practice Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 5 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Join us for our ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Club! We will have conversational games and prompts to help keep your skills up. All fluency levels are welcome!