This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Grow Your Family Tree 9:30am–10:30am Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Finksburg Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Grow Your Family Tree 9:30am–10:30am Finksburg Branch Open Registration will close on February 21, 2026 @ 9:30am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: History and Genealogy Registration Required Description: Learn the first steps to discovering your ancestors! Basic genealogy research steps will be explored to get you started. An overview of national, regional, and local resources will be provided, as well as a discussion of useful Internet sites. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Open Sewing Studio (Bring Your Own Sewing Machine) 10:00am–2:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat Open Sewing Studio (Bring Your Own Sewing Machine) 10:00am–2:00pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on February 21, 2026 @ 10:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Registration Required Description: Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine) 10:00am–2:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine) 10:00am–2:00pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on February 21, 2026 @ 10:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Registration Required Description: Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Intro to Carvera CNC 10:00am–4:00pm 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat Intro to Carvera CNC 10:00am–4:00pm 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: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: This one-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults Taneytown Branch Open 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 11:00am–12:00pm Taneytown Branch Open Registration will close on February 21, 2026 @ 11:00am. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Winter Paint Party 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat Winter Paint Party 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: Come out of the cold and join us for a winter paint party!The paint we use can stain clothing, so please wear old clothes to this event. Materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Disclaimer(s) 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Finksburg Branch Open 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm Finksburg Branch Open Registration will close on February 21, 2026 @ 2:00pm. 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 Feb 21 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 Feb 21 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 Small 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Puzzle Race 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Eldersburg Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Puzzle Race 2:00pm–4:00pm Eldersburg Branch Open Registration will close on February 21, 2026 @ 2:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: Do you love to do jigsaw puzzles? Form a team of up to 4 players and join us for a puzzle race competition! All teams will get the same 500-piece puzzle and race to see which team can assemble it first. 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens 2:30pm–3:30pm 11 - 17, Teens Taneytown Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "11 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens 2:30pm–3:30pm Taneytown Branch Open Registration will close on February 21, 2026 @ 2:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: ( 11 - 17 ) Teens Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for teens, so join us to show you're the best player in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet 12:30pm–2:30pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet 12:30pm–2:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Feb 23 2026 Mon Baking Basics: Coffee Cake Banana Bread 2:30pm–4:00pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Closed 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 Feb 23 2026 Mon Baking Basics: Coffee Cake Banana Bread 2:30pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Closed Registration is no longer available for this event. 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: It’s National Banana Bread Day, and we’re going bananas! 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 "Teens" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens, 12 - 17 Westminster Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 17" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board 3:30pm–4:30pm Westminster Branch Open Registration will close on February 23, 2026 @ 3:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Teens ( 12 - 17 ) Program Type: Service Learning Hours Registration Required Description: Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too! Participants can join us in person or log in virtually through Zoom by registering. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 23 2026 Mon LEGO® Builders Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Kids, 6 - Adults, Teens, Adults Mount Airy Branch 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 Feb 23 2026 Mon LEGO® Builders Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 6 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM Description: Want to practice your building skills? Join us for a LEGO® program where you tackle a new design challenge each time! We supply the bricks, and you supply the creativity! 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Monday Makers 5:30pm–6:30pm 11 - Adults, Teens, Adults Taneytown Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "11 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Monday Makers 5:30pm–6:30pm Taneytown Branch Open Registration will close on February 23, 2026 @ 5:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: ( 11 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Registration Required Description: Join us to make something new and creative. Instructions will be limited so you can experiment with the materials 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Intermediate Laser Cutting: Photoshop for Laser Engraving 5:30pm–7:30pm 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 Feb 23 2026 Mon Intermediate Laser Cutting: Photoshop for Laser Engraving 5:30pm–7:30pm 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: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: In this class we will focus on editing photos in Adobe Photoshop to get the best results with our Fusion Pro and Fusion Edge laser engravers. Laser certification is required prior to attending this program.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 24 2026 Tue What Is AI and Why Are We Scared? 4:00pm–5:00pm 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 Feb 24 2026 Tue What Is AI and Why Are We Scared? 4:00pm–5:00pm Mount Airy Branch Open Registration will close on February 24, 2026 @ 4:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learn about AI's history and the seamless AI integrations you already interact with daily, from weather forecasting to movie recommendations. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Diverse Voices Book Club: James 5:00pm–6:30pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Westminster 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 Feb 24 2026 Tue Diverse Voices Book Club: James 5:00pm–6:30pm Westminster Branch Open Registration will close on February 24, 2026 @ 4:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Small Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Description: Join us for a monthly book discussion focusing on a diverse author's work. Each month, we will select a young adult or adult title written by an author from a diverse background so we can learn from others' perspectives. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.
This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Mount Airy Teen Advisory Board 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, 12 - 17 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 17" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Mount Airy Teen Advisory Board 6:30pm–7:30pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 12 - 17 ) Program Type: Service Learning Hours Description: Calling all teens with a love of the library! Earn service hours while making friends, beautifying the library, and planning programs! 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 Feb 25 2026 Wed Westminster Branch Dungeons & Dragons Club 4:30pm–6:30pm Teens, 12 - 17 Westminster Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 17" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Westminster Branch Dungeons & Dragons Club 4:30pm–6:30pm Westminster Branch Open Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 4:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Teens ( 12 - 17 ) Program Type: Fun and Games, Service Learning Hours Registration Required Description: Welcome, adventurers! Join our table(s) as we embark on fun-filled campaigns! Our games are friendly to both new and returning players. We will have a number of pre-made character sheets for you to make your own. 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 Feb 25 2026 Wed Chess at the Library 5:00pm–7:00pm Kids, 7 - Adults, Teens, Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "7 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Chess at the Library 5:00pm–7:00pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 7 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Are you a chess champion or want to learn? Show off your best moves against other chess players! Experienced and novice chess players 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Cooking Basics: Chicken Noodle Soup 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Open 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 Feb 25 2026 Wed Cooking Basics: Chicken Noodle Soup 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 5:00pm. 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: Ideal for beginning cooks! In this hands-on class, participants prepare a weeknight chicken noodle soup recipe. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet 6:00pm–7:45pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet 6:00pm–7:45pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Feb 25 2026 Wed The Art of the Herb Garden: Planning with Purpose 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 25 2026 Wed The Art of the Herb Garden: Planning with Purpose 6:30pm–7:30pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Gardening and Environment, Health and Wellness Description: Ready for something new this spring?
