This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 7 2026 Thu Hooks & Needles: Spotlight on Cross Stitch 5:30pm–7:30pm Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Taneytown Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 7 2026 Thu Hooks & Needles: Spotlight on Cross Stitch 5:30pm–7:30pm Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: A limited number of cross stitch kits will be available for our May drop-in! Cross stitch is easy to learn, so you can get started while you're here and learn what you need to finish on 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 "Adults" group May 7 2026 Thu Crochet Lily of the Valley 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Finksburg Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 7 2026 Thu Crochet Lily of the Valley 6:30pm–7:30pm Finksburg Branch Closed Registration is no longer available for this event. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Registration Required Description: Did you know that the Lily of the Valley symbolizes a return to happiness? This series of programs will guide you through the process of creating your own beautiful Lily of the Valley flowers. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 7 2026 Thu Gentle Yoga 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Eldersburg Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 7 2026 Thu Gentle Yoga 6:30pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Open Registration will close on May 7, 2026 @ 6:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: This gentle yoga class allows students of various abilities and physical conditions to develop their yoga practice comfortably. 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 May 7 2026 Thu The Zentangle Method of Drawing-based Mindfulness 7:00pm–8:00pm Kids, 10 - Adults, Teens, Adults Online Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "10 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 7 2026 Thu The Zentangle Method of Drawing-based Mindfulness 7:00pm–8:00pm Online Open Registration will close on May 7, 2026 @ 4:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Online Age Group: Kids ( 10 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: 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! Disclaimer(s) Zoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Q&A with the Small Business Administration 9:30am–1:30pm Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 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 "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Coffee with the Classics: The Sting 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Coffee with the Classics: The Sting 10:00am–12:00pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Description: Join us for our May selection, the buddy caper The Sting, starring Paul Newman and Robert Redford. Disclaimer(s) Refreshments will be served.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am 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 May 8 2026 Fri Sensory Sensitive PAWS to Read 10:45am–11:45am Finksburg Branch Open Registration will close on May 8, 2026 @ 10:45am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: An inclusive visit with book-loving therapy animals for people and children of all abilities. Research shows that reading to animals boosts reading skills 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 "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Chair Yoga at the Library 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults North Carroll Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Chair Yoga at the Library 1:00pm–2:00pm North Carroll Branch Open Registration will close on May 8, 2026 @ 1:00pm. 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: Focus on simple stretches, mindful breathing, and relaxation techniques through chair yoga at the library! This class is a great way to improve your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being in a welcoming environment.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Create a Marble Maze with the CNC 1:00pm–4:30pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Cancelled Closed Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Cancelled Create a Marble Maze with the CNC 1:00pm–4:30pm Exploration Commons Closed Registration is no longer available for this event. 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 Payment Required Description: In this program we will create a personalized mini-marble maze by utilizing our Carvera Desktop CNC! Basic computer experience is required, but no experience with the Carvera CNC is needed.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Open Mah Jongg 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 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 "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Your Health, Your Voice: Healthcare Advocacy for Seniors & Caregivers 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults Eldersburg Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Your Health, Your Voice: Healthcare Advocacy for Seniors & Caregivers 2:00pm–3:30pm Eldersburg Branch Open Registration will close on May 8, 2026 @ 2:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Learn practical strategies for navigating the healthcare system, including how to prepare for appointments, communicate effectively with doctors, and use available resources to ensure health needs are met. 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 "Adults" group May 9 2026 Sat Carroll County Writers Group 1:00pm–3:15pm Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 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. MWA chapter meetings are open to the public.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group May 9 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Closed Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group May 9 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–2:30pm Exploration Commons Closed Registration is no longer available for this event. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Adults 21 and older Program Type: Adobe Software, Cooking, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: On day one of this class, we will learn some of the basics of the laser's rotary tool to create a design and engrave it onto stemless wine glasses. On day two, we will do wine tasting in the kitchen! 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group May 9 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Open Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group May 9 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–2:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 27, 2026 @ 5:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Adults 21 and older Program Type: Adobe Software, Cooking, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: On day one of this class, we will learn some of the basics of the laser's rotary tool to create a design and engrave it onto stemless wine glasses. On day two, we will do wine tasting in the kitchen! 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group May 9 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Open Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group May 9 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–2:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 28, 2026 @ 5:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Adults 21 and older Program Type: Adobe Software, Cooking, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: On day one of this class, we will learn some of the basics of the laser's rotary tool to create a design and engrave it onto stemless wine glasses. On day two, we will do wine tasting in the kitchen! 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 2026 Sat NAMI: In Our Own Voice 1:30pm–2:30pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Eldersburg Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 2026 Sat NAMI: In Our Own Voice 1:30pm–2:30pm Eldersburg Branch Open Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 1:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Join us for a powerful NAMI: In Our Own Voice presentation, where individuals share their personal journeys of living with mental health conditions.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 2026 Sat Free Spirit Book Club: Remarkably Bright Creatures 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 2026 Sat Free Spirit Book Club: Remarkably Bright Creatures 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 Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 2026 Sat To Be Read: Ernest Thompson 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Offsite Open Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 2026 Sat To Be Read: Ernest Thompson 2:00pm–3:00pm Offsite Open Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 2:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Offsite Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talks Registration Required Description: Presented by Carroll County Public Library, Carroll Lutheran Village, and Park Books on Main
This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 2026 Sat Carroll County Critique Group 3:30pm–4:45pm Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 11 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 May 11 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 May 11 2026 Mon Laser-Cut Interlocking Boxes 2:00pm–3:30pm 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 May 11 2026 Mon Laser-Cut Interlocking Boxes 2:00pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on May 11, 2026 @ 2:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learn how to design and cut interlocking boxes with custom dividers using the laser cutter.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 11 2026 Mon Open Mah Jongg 5:00pm–7:45pm Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Adults" group May 11 2026 Mon Open Mah Jongg 5:00pm–7:45pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. 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 May 11 2026 Mon Open Mah Jongg 5:30pm–7:45pm Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group May 11 2026 Mon Open Mah Jongg 5:30pm–7:45pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 11 2026 Mon Artifacts That Tell a Story: Military History with Butch Maisel 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 May 11 2026 Mon Artifacts That Tell a Story: Military History with Butch Maisel 6:00pm–7:00pm Eldersburg Branch Open Registration will close on May 11, 2026 @ 6:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: History and Genealogy Registration Required Description: Join us for an evening exploring military artifacts from the Boys’ Latin School of Maryland Center for Military History with Butch Maisel. 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. 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.
