Jan 2 - 18 2026 Hold for Roar like a Lion All Day 1/2–1/18 Finksburg Branch Jan 2 - 18 2026 Hold for Roar like a Lion All Day 1/2–1/18 Library Branch: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Display Case - Left
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Q&A with the Small Business Administration 9:30am–1:30pm Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Q&A with the Small Business Administration 9:30am–1:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Finance Description: Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri American Red Cross Blood Drive 10:00am–3:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri American Red Cross Blood Drive 10:00am–3:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Description: Give blood and save a life. Set up an appointment or drop in.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone - Winter Ball 11:00am–12:00pm Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone - Winter Ball 11:00am–12:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Fun and Games, Music Theater and Dance Description: The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games, crafts, music, and more in a sensory-friendly environment! We love Club Friendship and can't wait for our Winter Ball! Wear some fun dress attire and get ready to boogie down with us! 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Pairs Cooking: Tiramisu 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults Exploration Commons Full Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Pairs Cooking: Tiramisu 1:30pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Full Registration is closed because the event is full. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Learn what makes tiramisu an irresistible classic! Participants will learn what tiramisu is and create their very own to take home to share. Registration is for two people. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Open Mah Jongg 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Open Mah Jongg 1:30pm–3:30pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one 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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Superhero Day! 9:00am–4:00pm Everyone, All Ages North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Superhero Day! 9:00am–4:00pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Join us to make superhero crafts and try out a superhero scavenger hunt.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat History of Spying: Part 1 9:30am–11:30am Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat History of Spying: Part 1 9:30am–11:30am Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: History and Genealogy Description: This two-part series offers an overview of the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) from World War I to the present. It covers three main areas: 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat Saturday Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 8 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Saturday Storytime 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 - 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. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Saturday Adventures 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 8 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Saturday Adventures 10:00am–11:00am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime Description: Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun! 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat Introduction to Arduino 10:00am–12:00pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Introduction to Arduino 10:00am–12:00pm Exploration Commons Waitlist Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Microcontrollers are everywhere and are often the unseen heroes of our modern world. From coffee makers to elevators, and even the television remote control, microcontrollers can be programmed to fulfill a variety of simple tasks. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Peaceful Melodies with Lydia Bandy 12:00pm–1:00pm Everyone, All Ages Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Peaceful Melodies with Lydia Bandy 12:00pm–1:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: Music Theater and Dance Description: Enjoy the soothing sounds of piano or harp as Lydia Bandy fills the library with beautiful, calming music. 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat The ABCs of Self Defense 12:00pm–1:30pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Mount Airy Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat The ABCs of Self Defense 12:00pm–1:30pm Mount Airy Branch Open Registration will close on January 10, 2026 @ 12:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Would you like to increase your safety awareness in public or private locations? Learn how to recognize and avoid potentially dangerous situations from Carl Minkel, founder and chief instructor of the Taekwondo Arnis Academy. 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat The Art of Book Folding: Hedgehogs 1:00pm–2:30pm Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Westminster Branch Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat The Art of Book Folding: Hedgehogs 1:00pm–2:30pm Westminster Branch Waitlist Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Registration Required Description: Join us for a fun and cozy afternoon as we upcycle books into adorable hedgehogs. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Carroll County Writers Group 1:00pm–3:15pm Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Carroll County Writers Group 1:00pm–3:15pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Description: Please join us for the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association. This month's program will be a round table discussion on how to write author bios. MWA chapter meetings are open to the public.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Snowy Slime 1:30pm–2:30pm Kids, 8 - Adults, Teens, Adults Taneytown Branch Open Registration 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat Snowy Slime 1:30pm–2:30pm Taneytown Branch Open Registration will close on January 10, 2026 @ 1:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 8 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Registration Required Description: Join us in creating snowy slime in our slime lab! 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat Free Spirit Book Club: Lessons in Chemistry 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Free Spirit Book Club: Lessons in Chemistry 2:00pm–3:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg 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 Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat Create Your Own Vision Board 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults North Carroll Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Create Your Own Vision Board 2:00pm–3:30pm North Carroll Branch Open Registration will close on January 10, 2026 @ 2:00pm. 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: Have you made New Year's goals or resolutions? A vision board may be just the tool you need to help you focus on achieving them. Design a board that makes you feel great and inspires your plans for the future. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Nintendo Afternoon 2:00pm–4:00pm 11 - 17, Teens Westminster Branch This event is in the "11 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Nintendo Afternoon 2:00pm–4:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Young Adult Window Display Age Group: ( 11 - 17 ) Teens Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM Description: Join us in our Young Adult Area for gaming on our Nintendo Switch. Bring your friends and take turns playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games will be provided.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 10 2026 Sat TTRPG Afternoon 2:00pm–4:00pm Kids, 6 - 11 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - 11" group Jan 10 2026 Sat TTRPG Afternoon 2:00pm–4:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 6 - 11 ) Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Let's learn to play a tabletop role-playing game at the library!
This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 10 2026 Sat RoboCavs Robotic Demonstration 3:30pm–4:30pm Everyone, All Ages Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 10 2026 Sat RoboCavs Robotic Demonstration 3:30pm–4:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: STEM/STEAM Description: Come see South Carroll High School's robotics team, the RoboCavs, in action! Join us for this short, interactive program where attendees can see the competition robot and learn how it was designed, built, and programmed by students.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Carroll County Critique Group 3:30pm–4:45pm Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Carroll County Critique Group 3:30pm–4:45pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Description: Please join the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Critique Group.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Family Storytime 9:30am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 8 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Family Storytime 9:30am–10:30am 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 Jan 12 2026 Mon Family Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 8 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Family Storytime 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 - 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. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
