This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Twos and Threes Together 10:00am–11:00am Kids, 2 - 3 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Twos and Threes Together 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 ( 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 Jan 15 2026 Thu Family Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Kids, Birth - 8 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 15 2026 Thu 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 Jan 15 2026 Thu Family Storytime 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, Birth - 8 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Family Storytime 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 ( 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 15 2026 Thu Read and Play 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, Birth - 24 Months Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Read and Play 11:00am–12:00pm 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 Jan 15 2026 Thu Mini Musicians 1:00pm–1:30pm Kids, 3 - 6 North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - 6" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Mini Musicians 1:00pm–1:30pm North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration will open on January 1, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - 6 ) Program Type: Music Theater and Dance Registration Required Description: Come join us for a creative and exploratory first introduction to music! This program will incorporate piano playing, boomwhackers, and rhythm instruments while teaching children the basics of pitch, patterns, and rhythm.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Pajama Party Storytime 6:30pm–7:00pm Kids, Birth - 8 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Pajama Party Storytime 6:30pm–7:00pm 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 Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities 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 16 2026 Fri Preschool Play 10:00am–11:00am Kids, 2 - 5 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 5" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Preschool 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 ( 2 - 5 ) Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Play is a fantastic way for children to develop their critical thinking skills. Join us for an open playtime where children can be imaginative and creative while exploring blocks, puzzles, playdough, and more. Disclaimer(s) Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 24 Months North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Read and Play 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 - 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 Jan 16 2026 Fri Taco Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 8 Taneytown Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Taco Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime Description: Join the storytime fun as we celebrate this delicious favorite! Our featured book will be Dragons Love Tacos, and we'll share stories, songs, a craft, and activities—and create a giant felt taco together. 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 16 2026 Fri C is for Crime Scene: Forensics at the Library 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 6 - 12 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - 12" group Jan 16 2026 Fri C is for Crime Scene: Forensics at the Library 2:00pm–3:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 6 - 12 ) Program Type: Author Talks, STEM/STEAM Description: Join Dr. Judy Staveley for an interactive reading of C Is for Crime Scene: A Forensics A to Z Book, a fun and educational introduction to science and forensic discovery for young readers.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 16 2026 Fri 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 16 2026 Fri TTRPG Afternoon 2:00pm–4:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Crafty Café: Duct Tape Decor 3:00pm–4:00pm Kids, 6 - 17, Teens Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Crafty Café: Duct Tape Decor 3:00pm–4:00pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 6 - 17 ) Teens Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Come craft with us! The most useful material in the world can make a lot of cool stuff, and your imagination is the limit!
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 17 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 17 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 17 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 17 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration Required 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 Jan 17 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am–12:00pm Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on January 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required 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. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Kids 1:00pm–2:00pm Kids, 6 - 11 Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - 11" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Kids 1:00pm–2:00pm Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on January 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 6 - 11 ) Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for kids, so join us to show you're the best player your age in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Group Bake: Soft Pretzels 1:30pm–3:45pm Kids, 6 - 18, Teens Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - 18" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Group Bake: Soft Pretzels 1:30pm–3:45pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on January 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 6 - 18 ) Teens Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them. 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration 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 Jan 17 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on January 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: Come to the library to visit with or read to a book-loving therapy animal. 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 Jan 17 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults Mount Airy Branch 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 Jan 17 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
Jan 19 2026 Mon MLK Day All Day Some Branches Closing Jan 19 2026 Mon Closing MLK Day All Day 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 Martin Luther King Holiday
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 9:30am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 24 Months Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 20 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 9:45am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 24 Months Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 20 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 24 Months Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 20 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–10:45am Kids, Birth - 24 Months Taneytown Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 20 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.
