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.
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 "Kids" group Read and Play Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 24 Months Read and Play: Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.... View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group May 12 2026 Tue Read and Play 9:30am–10:30am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 24 Months ) Program Type: Storytime Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize. 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 Preschool Vision Screening Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm North Carroll Small Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Kids, 2 - 6 Drop by for a free vision screening for preschool-aged children. Testing covers nearsightedness, farsightedness, unequal focusing, and differences in the power of the eyes. Offered in partnership with the Lineboro-Manchester Lions Club. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 6" group May 12 2026 Tue Preschool Vision Screening 9:30am–12:00pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Small Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 6 ) Program Type: Health and Wellness Description: Drop by for a free vision screening for preschool-aged children. Testing covers nearsightedness, farsightedness, unequal focusing, and differences in the power of the eyes. Offered in partnership with the Lineboro-Manchester Lions Club. 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 Read and Play Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 9:45am - 10:30am Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 24 Months Read and Play: Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.... View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group May 12 2026 Tue Read and Play 9:45am–10:30am Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 24 Months ) Program Type: Storytime Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize. 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 Read and Play Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 24 Months Read and Play: Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.... View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group May 12 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–10:30am Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 24 Months ) Program Type: Storytime Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize. 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 "Kids" group Read and Play Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 24 Months Read and Play: Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.... View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group May 12 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–10:45am Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 24 Months ) Program Type: Storytime Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize. 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 Move and Learn Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 8 A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group May 12 2026 Tue Move and Learn 10:00am–11:00am North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Storytime Description: A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement. 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 Read and Play Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 24 Months Read and Play: Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.... View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group May 12 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 24 Months ) Program Type: Storytime Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize. 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 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 "Kids" group Family Storytime Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 8 Family Storytime: We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group May 12 2026 Tue Family Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Storytime We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 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 Twos and Threes Together Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, 2 - 3 Twos and Threes Together: This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group May 12 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–11:30am Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 3 ) Program Type: Storytime This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 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 "Kids" group Twos and Threes Together Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, 2 - 3 Twos and Threes Together: This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group May 12 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–11:45am Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 3 ) Program Type: Storytime This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 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 Twos and Threes Together Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, 2 - 3 Twos and Threes Together: This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group May 12 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 3 ) Program Type: Storytime This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 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 Twos and Threes Together Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, 2 - 3 Twos and Threes Together: This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group May 12 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 3 ) Program Type: Storytime This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 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 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 "Teens" group Dungeons & Dragons Online Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm Online Program Type: Fun and Games, Online Video Age Group: Teens, 12 - 17 Join us for a session of Dungeons & Dragons played entirely online! Pre-generated characters will be available, and registrants will meet on Zoom the day before to become familiar with any websites used. Upcoming View Details Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 17" group May 12 2026 Tue Dungeons & Dragons Online 4:00pm–6:30pm Online Upcoming Registration will open on April 28, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Online Age Group: Teens ( 12 - 17 ) Program Type: Fun and Games, Online Video Registration Required Description: Join us for a session of Dungeons & Dragons played entirely online! Pre-generated characters will be available, and registrants will meet on Zoom the day before to become familiar with any websites used. 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 "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. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning to Medicare. 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. There are many decisions to make when you are transitioning to Medicare. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Healthy & Fast Weeknight Dinner Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Discover an easy, high-protein meal, Fish en Papillote, that uses a simple cooking technique that keeps fish tender and flavorful. Upcoming View Details Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Healthy & Fast Weeknight Dinner 5:30pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 28, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Discover an easy, high-protein meal, Fish en Papillote, that uses a simple cooking technique that keeps fish tender and flavorful. 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.Closed-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
