Upcoming Events

This month's selection is How to Age Disgracefully by Clare Pooley.

Presented by Park Books on Main and Carroll County Public Library.

An author talk will be followed by a book signing.

In this online class, Jill Suffel, CZT (Certified Zentangle Teacher) will lead us through a relaxing drawing activity that starts with four dots and a line. The outcome will amaze you!

Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn about various fabric stabilizers and how to interpret and follow directions. Practice sewing in a straight line.

Explore invaluable career resources at Carroll County Workforce Development's pop-up event. Discover free training opportunities, learn how to connect with employers, and receive personalized support to revamp your resume.

Bring your writing, works-in-progress, or works-in-thought. This writing group allows beginners, unpublished, and published writers to network, learn, vent, and feel inspired to move to the next level.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS Program that offers free tax preparation services to low- and moderate-income households.

We'll be creating a pocket wreath using embroidery hoops and fabric. No sewing is required, and all supplies will be provided. 

Learn the basics of music creation with an intro to FL Studio and a look into a few of the unique features of our Roland FP-90X keyboard.

Help us celebrate Valentine's Day with the romantic classic, Wuthering Heights, starring Laurence Olivier and Merle Oberon.

In this hands-on cooking series for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and people without, we will prepare a hearty chicken noodle soup recipe. Perfect for cold winter days or when you're feeling under the weather. 

This program includes a gentle yoga practice, pranayama (breath exercises), and meditation to allow you to let go of tension, relax, and relieve stress. Breathing techniques and physical postures will be practiced that can be utilized off you

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.

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.

This is perfect for pairs—whether it's you and your grown-up, your best friend, or a sibling. Together, you’ll each paint one half of a canvas. When completed, your two pieces will form a single work of art representing your connection.

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.

The library is partnering with the Sykesville Painting Club to offer this Palette Painting Workshop with Nancy Fine, featuring a snowy winter landscape. 

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.

Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. 

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.