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This event is in the "Teens" group.
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Location: Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - 17 )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Description:

Enjoy lifelong birder Martin Brazeau's entertaining and informative high-definition film showing the ecology of Maryland birds, such as scarlet tanagers, orioles, and warblers.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Read with a Furry Friend

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Age Group:
Kids ( 4 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Live Animals
Description:

Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog from My Caring Paws. Research shows that reading to animals can boost children's reading skills and help with emotional and social skills.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

The ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Course is for individuals preparing to take the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Exam.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Tiny Library Treasures (North Carroll Branch)

06/24/2024 @ 9:00am - 06/29/2024 @ 5:00pm
North Carroll Branch
Registration
Location: North Carroll Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 17 )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Take Home Kits
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Tiny thoughts lead to big ideas! Paint a mini canvas and create tiny art masterpieces to display in the library. You can earn up to 2 service hours for doing this project.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Tiny Library Treasures (Westminster Branch)

06/24/2024 @ 9:00am - 06/29/2024 @ 5:00pm
Westminster Branch
Registration
Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 17 )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Take Home Kits
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Tiny thoughts lead to big ideas! Paint a mini canvas and create tiny art masterpieces to display in the library. You can earn up to 2 service hours for doing this project.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Westminster Branch
Registration
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 17 )

Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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)

Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.

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

Intro to Laser Cutting

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Exploration Commons
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

This beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures.

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

Yoga with Meditation

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Eldersburg Branch
Registration
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

The ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Course is for individuals preparing to take the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Exam.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Sewing
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Expand your sewing skills by adding a zipper to a small storage bag. You'll insert a zipper into a small cotton bag with lining and learn hand sewing techniques.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Tiny Library Treasures (Finksburg Branch)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Finksburg Branch
Registration
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 17 )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Take Home Kits
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Tiny thoughts lead to big ideas! Paint a mini canvas and create tiny art masterpieces to display in the library. You can earn up to 2 service hours for doing this project.

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

Diverse Voices Book Club: The Guncle

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Westminster Branch
Registration
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Mount Airy Teen Advisory Board

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 17 )

Description:

Calling all teens who love the library! Earn service hours while making friends, beautifying the library, and planning programs!

If this is your first time joining us, please print and complete a copy of the volunteer application.

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

ServSafe® Food Handler Course

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Exploration Commons
Registration
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

The ServSafe® Food Handler course, taught by a Certified ServSafe® Instructor, provides basic food safety knowledge.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Pri-Dye Tie-Dye

1:30pm - 2:30pm
North Carroll Branch
Registration
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 17 )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Show your colors with Pride, and come tie-dye a tote bag in a riot of fun colors! One tote bag per registrant. This will be an outdoor event. 

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

Chess at the Library

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Finksburg Branch
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.

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

Intro to 3D Scanning

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons
Registration
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

3D scanning is a digital design process that enables the creation of detailed and accurate models of real-world objects.

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

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Offsite Event
Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Live Animals, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Whooo likes owls? Join us for a nighttime program to learn about these intriguing nocturnal birds. A naturalist will lead us on a quiet walk through the woods, pausing to call for owls and share stories about their behavior and habitat.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

Club Friendship

10:00am - 11:00am
Mount Airy Branch
Registration
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

We welcome teens and adults with developmental disabilities or who are neurodivergent, along with their caregivers, to join us for an hour of movement, games, and fun!

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Pri-Dye Tie-Dye

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 17 )

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Show your colors with Pride, and come tie-dye a tote bag in a riot of fun colors! One tote bag per participant. Available while supplies last.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Adventure Escape

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Finksburg Branch
Registration
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 10 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Embark on an imagination-fueled adventure for secret puzzles and hidden treasure in this reverse-escape room event. 

Disclaimer(s)

Only kids need to register.