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April Showers Bring May Flowers Paint Night

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Danielle Unglesbee will lead a hands-on beginner's class in painting a floral picture. Participants can use their imagination and creativity to follow the presenter's example or dr...

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

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

Danielle Unglesbee will lead a hands-on beginner's class in painting a floral picture. Participants can use their imagination and creativity to follow the presenter's example or dream up a different painting themselves.

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.

To Be Read: Greeking Out

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Author Talks
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Description:

Meet Kenny Curtis and Jillian Hughes, the creators of National Geographic Kids’ wildly successful podcast and the Greeking Out book series. Want to know the greatest feats and the ...

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

Program Type: Author Talks
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Meet Kenny Curtis and Jillian Hughes, the creators of National Geographic Kids’ wildly successful podcast and the Greeking Out book series.

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 "Adults" group.

Writing Group

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 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.

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.

Car Seat Safety Event

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Child car safety seats can be very challenging and confusing to install. The Carroll County Health Department will perform car seat safety checks and assist families to ensure they...

Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Description:

Child car safety seats can be very challenging and confusing to install. The Carroll County Health Department will perform car seat safety checks and assist families to ensure they use child seats correctly. 

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, April 30, 2025 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.

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.

Embroidery Machine: In-the-Hoop Projects

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Sewing, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Check out the in-the-hoop projects you can do on the Bernina 535 Embroidery Machine. In this demo class, learn how you can use the embroidery machine to make bookmarks, gift tags, ...

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

Program Type: Sewing, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Description:

Check out the in-the-hoop projects you can do on the Bernina 535 Embroidery Machine. In this demo class, learn how you can use the embroidery machine to make bookmarks, gift tags, greeting cards, zipper bags, stuffed toys, photo frames, and more.

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

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Eldersburg Large 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 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner Sewing Level 1: Make a Thread Catcher (Class 1)

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Sewing
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn about various fabric stabilizers and how to sew different stitches, including sewing in a straight line. ...

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

Program Type: Sewing
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn about various fabric stabilizers and how to sew different stitches, including sewing in a straight line.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

North Carroll Writers Group

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.

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

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Business and Finance
Age Group:
Adults
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 p...

Location: Taneytown Branch
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.

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.

Crafty Activities for Seniors

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Are you a retiree or an older adult who enjoys making crafts? If so, then please join us for a monthly group session where you'll create something different to take home or share. ...

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

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Are you a retiree or an older adult who enjoys making crafts? If so, then please join us for a monthly group session where you'll create something different to take home or share.

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.

Kentucky Hot Browns

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Description:

The Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich is a meal-worthy dish that's over-the-top delicious! Make open-faced sandwiches with thick slices of roasted turkey and fresh tomatoes on top of a t...

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

The Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich is a meal-worthy dish that's over-the-top delicious!

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

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.

Laser Engraved Personal Recipe Card and Box

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Create a kitchen keepsake by turning a handwritten recipe into an engraved wooden recipe card! We'll learn some of the basics of Adobe Illustrator as we create a custom recipe box ...

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

Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Create a kitchen keepsake by turning a handwritten recipe into an engraved wooden recipe card!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Diamond Painting Flip-Flop Key Chain

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

We are getting ready for summer by making colorful flip-flop key chains using the easy and relaxing diamond painting method. All supplies will be provided.

Required
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

We are getting ready for summer by making colorful flip-flop key chains using the easy and relaxing diamond painting method. All supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Entrepreneur Academy, Part 4: Defining Your Products/Services and Market Segments

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
Business and Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for an exciting series of five classes from the Business Department of Carroll Community College. Register for Part 4 of this free series at https://tinyurl.com/ea-pt4...

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

Program Type: Business and Finance
Description:

Join us for an exciting series of five classes from the Business Department of Carroll Community College. 

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

Mah Jongg Practice & Play

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Description:

If you have experience with Mah Jongg, either from our 101 Class or from playing a little bit, come on over and practice with us. This session is meant for beginners, but experienc...

Required
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

If you have experience with Mah Jongg, either from our 101 Class or from playing a little bit, come on over and practice with us. This session is meant for beginners, but experienced players are welcome to assist.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Community Town Hall

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Make your voice heard in the future of the library. Hear an update on the library's strategic planning process so far and tell us what matters most to you. Families welcome!

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

Description:

Make your voice heard in the future of the library. Hear an update on the library's strategic planning process so far and tell us what matters most to you. Families welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Language Practice Group

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Taneytown Branch
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 Eng...

Location: Taneytown Branch
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.  

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.

Yoga with Meditation

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
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 students of all levels. 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: 20
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.

Spanish Language Practice Circle

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for a friendly and informal group gathering to practice speaking Spanish together. This program is for intermediate and advanced-level Spanish speakers. A partner from The ...

Location: Taneytown Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Join us for a friendly and informal group gathering to practice speaking Spanish together. This program is for intermediate and advanced-level Spanish speakers. A partner from The Literacy Council of Carroll County will lead this program.

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.

Design and Engrave: Gift Box

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Customize your own gift box design on our Epilog Fusion Pro Engraver. Participants will create their own designs using images and text in Adobe Illustrator. You will leave with a b...

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

Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Customize your own gift box design on our Epilog Fusion Pro Engraver. Participants will create their own designs using images and text in Adobe Illustrator. You will leave with a beautifully engraved gift box, perfect for any occasion.

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.

Book Chat

Friday, May 2, 2025 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!

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.

Community Town Hall

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Make your voice heard in the future of the library. Hear an update on the library's strategic planning process so far and tell us what matters most to you. Families welcome!

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

Description:

Make your voice heard in the future of the library. Hear an update on the library's strategic planning process so far and tell us what matters most to you. Families welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writer's Circle

Friday, May 2, 2025 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!

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.