This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Holiday Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine) Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room at Exploration Commons Program Type: Sewing Age Group: Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Description: Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your holiday sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be av... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "14 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 21 2024 Sat Holiday Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine) 10:00am - 2:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Required Seats Remaining: 6 Description: Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your holiday sewing projects in the company of others.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Make & Take Holiday Napkin Rings Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Description: Create some festive napkin rings for your holiday table. Each participant will leave with four beautiful napkin rings. Supplies will be provided, but if you'd like specific colors,... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "16 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 21 2024 Sat Make & Take Holiday Napkin Rings 11:00am - 12:00pm Westminster Branch Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 15 Description: Create some festive napkin rings for your holiday table. Each participant will leave with four beautiful napkin rings. Supplies will be provided, but if you'd like specific colors, please bring your own ribbon and embellishments. 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, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Finksburg Branch Program Type: Live Animals Age Group: Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults 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 emo... 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. Dec 21 2024 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm - 3:00pm Finksburg Branch Location: Finksburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Required Seats Remaining: 35 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. 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, December 21, 2024 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 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. 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. Dec 21 2024 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm - 3:00pm Mount Airy Branch 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 "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Cooking Together: Marshmallows & Hot Cocoa Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Kids, 6 - Adults, Teens, Adults Description: In this hands-on class, we'll make marshmallows to cut at home and jars of hot cocoa mix to give as gifts or keep for yourself. One registration per group, up to four part... Required Payment This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "6 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 21 2024 Sat Cooking Together: Marshmallows & Hot Cocoa 2:00pm - 3:15pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 6 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description: In this hands-on class, we'll make marshmallows to cut at home and jars of hot cocoa mix to give as gifts or keep for yourself. 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. Holiday Sewing: Reversible Gift Bag Monday, December 23, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Sewing Age Group: Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Description: Make a reversible holiday gift bag in this class. Get further acquainted with the sewing machine and basic sewing tools. In this class, you will learn the basics of creating a reve... Required Payment This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "14 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 23 2024 Mon Holiday Sewing: Reversible Gift Bag 9:30am - 12:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 6 Description: Make a reversible holiday gift bag in this class. Get further acquainted with the sewing machine and basic sewing tools. In this class, you will learn the basics of creating a reversible gift bag with a boxed base and drawstring closure.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Breakfast Teas Types & Tastings Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Description: Love breakfast teas? Learn about the history, cultures, and varieties of three popular breakfast teas: Irish, English, and Scottish. Proper brewing techniques and tasting tips will... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "12 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 23 2024 Mon Breakfast Teas Types & Tastings 10:00am - 11:30am Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Seats Remaining: 20 Description: Love breakfast teas? Learn about the history, cultures, and varieties of three popular breakfast teas: Irish, English, and Scottish. Proper brewing techniques and tasting tips 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. 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. Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet Monday, December 23, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm 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 ... This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "12 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 23 2024 Mon Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet 12:30pm - 2:30pm Eldersburg Branch 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. 3D Printed Presents! Monday, December 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Description: 'Tis the season of making! And what better way to celebrate than hopping into an introductory 3D printing and design class where you will model your own 3D printed present box! Required Payment This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "15 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 23 2024 Mon 3D Printed Presents! 4:00pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 8 Description: 'Tis the season of making! And what better way to celebrate than hopping into an introductory 3D printing and design class where you will model your own 3D printed present box!
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Monday Makers Monday, December 23, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: 11 - Adults, Teens, Adults Description: Join us to learn how to make something new and creative. Required This event is in the "11 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 23 2024 Mon Monday Makers 5:30pm - 6:30pm Taneytown Branch Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: ( 11 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 15 Description: Join us to learn how to make something new and creative.
Christmas Holiday All Day Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch Closing Dec 24 2024 Tue Closing Christmas Holiday All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch
Christmas Holiday All Day Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch Closing Dec 25 2024 Wed Closing Christmas Holiday All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group. North Carroll Writers Group Thursday, December 26, 2024 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... This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 26 2024 Thu North Carroll Writers Group 10:00am - 12:00pm North Carroll Branch 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. Mount Airy Senior Book Discussion Group: Murder on St. Nicholas Avenue Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Mount Airy Large 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 ... Description: This month's selection is Murder on St. Nicholas Avenue by Victoria Thompson. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 26 2024 Thu Mount Airy Senior Book Discussion Group: Murder on St. Nicholas Avenue 1:00pm - 2:00pm Mount Airy Branch Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large 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 Murder on St. Nicholas Avenue by Victoria Thompson. 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. Cooking Together: Cinnamon Rolls Friday, December 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Kids, 8 - Adults, Teens, Adults Description: In this group cooking class, we will make quick-rise cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting from scratch. One registration is good for up to 4 attendees, with a minimum of 2 per... Required 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. Dec 27 2024 Fri Cooking Together: Cinnamon Rolls 1:00pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 8 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description: In this group cooking class, we will make quick-rise cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting from scratch. One registration is good for up to 4 attendees, with a minimum of 2 per group. 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. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Breakfast Teas Types & Tasting Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Description: Love breakfast teas? Learn about the history, cultures, and varieties of three popular breakfast teas: Irish, English, and Scottish. Proper brewing techniques and tasting tips will... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "12 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 28 2024 Sat Breakfast Teas Types & Tasting 10:00am - 11:30am Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Seats Remaining: 20 Description: Love breakfast teas? Learn about the history, cultures, and varieties of three popular breakfast teas: Irish, English, and Scottish. Proper brewing techniques and tasting tips 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. 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. Tranquility Tarot Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Description: Take a moment to dream and draw, doodle, or otherwise do art while making your own tarot card. Meditate on the mysteries of the Major Arcana and let the stress slip away. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "14 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 28 2024 Sat Tranquility Tarot 1:00pm - 2:00pm Finksburg Branch Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Take a moment to dream and draw, doodle, or otherwise do art while making your own tarot card. Meditate on the mysteries of the Major Arcana and let the stress slip away. 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 Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0) Monday, December 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Sewing Age Group: Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults 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 inde... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "14 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 30 2024 Mon Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0) 5:00pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Required Seats Remaining: 6 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Make a NYE Charcuterie Board! Monday, December 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons - Epilog Fusion Edge Laser - 24" at Exploration Commons Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, Cooking Age Group: Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Description: Join us for a crossover program between our makerspace and teaching kitchen to make a custom laser-engraved charcuterie board. We'll finish our class in the kitchen by designing a ... Required Payment This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "15 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 30 2024 Mon Make a NYE Charcuterie Board! 5:00pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons - Epilog Fusion Edge Laser - 24" Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 6 Description: Join us for a crossover program between our makerspace and teaching kitchen to make a custom laser-engraved charcuterie board. 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. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Crochet Club Monday, December 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Description: Join us for an evening of crochet and conversation. Bring your crochet supplies and/or whatever crochet project you have already started. All experience levels are welcome. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "12 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 30 2024 Mon Crochet Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Mount Airy Branch Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Join us for an evening of crochet and conversation. Bring your crochet supplies and/or whatever crochet project you have already started. 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.
New Year's Holiday All Day Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch Closing Dec 31 2024 Tue Closing New Year's Holiday All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch
New Year's Day All Day CCPL Headquarters, Eldersburg Branch, Finksburg Branch, , , Mobile Services, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Offsite, Taneytown Branch, , , Westminster Branch Closed for the New Year's Day Holiday Closing Jan 1 2025 Wed Closing New Year's Day All Day Branches: CCPL Headquarters, Eldersburg Branch, Finksburg Branch, , , Mobile Services, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Offsite, Taneytown Branch, , , Westminster Branch Description: Closed for the New Year's Day Holiday
This event is in the "Adults" group. Carroll County Workforce Development Day Thursday, January 2, 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... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 2 2025 Thu Carroll County Workforce Development Day 10:00am - 2:00pm Taneytown Branch 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Crafty Activities for Seniors Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults Description: Are you a retiree or an older adult who enjoys making crafts? If so, join us for a monthly group session where we'll get creative with various fun and easy materials! Meet other cr... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 2 2025 Thu Crafty Activities for Seniors 1:00pm - 2:00pm Mount Airy Branch Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Health and Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 15 Description: Are you a retiree or an older adult who enjoys making crafts? If so, join us for a monthly group session where we'll get creative with various fun and easy materials! Meet other craft lovers and exchange ideas along the way. 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.
