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Juneteenth

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Bird Migration: Protect Against Bird Strikes with Lights Out Baltimore

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - Adults, Teens, Adults

Learn about bird migration, light pollution, and how to protect against bird strikes at your home from Lights Out Baltimore's Lindsay Jacks. 

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

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Learn about bird migration, light pollution, and how to protect against bird strikes at your home from Lights Out Baltimore's Lindsay Jacks. 

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

Protecting the Jewels of the Night - Our Fireflies!

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

They light up our summer evenings and create a sense of wonder and awe.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on June 24, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Description:

They light up our summer evenings and create a sense of wonder and awe.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

Protecting the Jewels of the Night - Our Fireflies!

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

They light up our summer evenings and create a sense of wonder and awe.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

They light up our summer evenings and create a sense of wonder and awe.

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

Volunteer Opportunity at the Finksburg Branch Garden

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - 17

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on June 28, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - 17 )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Description:

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Independence Day

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Diamond Art Garden Stakes

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts, Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
11 - Adults, Teens, Adults

Add color to your home and garden with these vibrant hummingbird stakes! They'll add bling to all your potted plants. All supplies will be provided.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 27, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Description:

Add color to your home and garden with these vibrant hummingbird stakes! They'll add bling to all your potted plants. All supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Volunteer Opportunity at the Finksburg Branch Garden

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - 17

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 28, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - 17 )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Description:

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Ask a Master Gardener

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Bring your questions about gardening to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. 

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Bring your questions about gardening to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Ask a Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Finksburg Branch lobby.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Finksburg Branch lobby.

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

Protecting the Jewels of the Night - Our Fireflies!

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults

They light up our summer evenings and create a sense of wonder and awe.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on July 11, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Description:

They light up our summer evenings and create a sense of wonder and awe.

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

Volunteer Opportunity at the Finksburg Branch Garden

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - 17

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on July 12, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - 17 )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Description:

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Adventures in Backyard Beekeeping

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Learn about bees from an experienced backyard beekeeper. Topics will include basic beekeeping, bee facts, honey making, and environmental issues affecting bees. The presenter will use a real hive (no bees) to show the inner workings of a

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Learn about bees from an experienced backyard beekeeper. Topics will include basic beekeeping, bee facts, honey making, and environmental issues affecting bees. The presenter will use a real hive (no bees) to show the inner workings of a

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

Volunteer Opportunity at the Finksburg Branch Garden

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - 17

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on July 26, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - 17 )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Description:

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Ask a Master Gardener

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Bring your questions about gardening to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. 

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Bring your questions about gardening to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Ask a Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Finksburg Branch lobby.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

Bring your questions to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more. The Ask a Master Gardener table will be set up in the Finksburg Branch lobby.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Volunteer Opportunity at the Finksburg Branch Garden

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Gardening and Environment
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - 17

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on August 9, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - 17 )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Description:

Are you in need of service hours? Do you like working outside and don't mind getting your hands dirty? If so, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Labor Day

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite

Closed for the Labor Day Holiday

Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite
Description:

Closed for the Labor Day Holiday

Staff Training

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters

Veteran's Day

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters

Library closed for Veteran's Day

Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Description:

Library closed for Veteran's Day

Veteran's Day

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters

Thanksgiving Eve

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, CCPL Headquarters
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, CCPL Headquarters

Thanksgiving

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters

Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday

Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Description:

Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday

Thanksgiving

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters