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 Upcoming 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 Create a Marble Maze with the CNC 1:00pm–4:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 24, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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 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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming Registration will open on April 11, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen. All attendees need to register.
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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen. All attendees need to register.
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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming Registration will open on April 14, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen. All attendees need to register.
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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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 12 2026 Tue Making for Seniors: Engrave a Simple Paper Project 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Making for Seniors: Engrave a Simple Paper Project 10:00am–12:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 28, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Intro to Laser Cutting 2:00pm–4:30pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming 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 13 2026 Wed Intro to Laser Cutting 2:00pm–4:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required 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 May 14 2026 Thu Intermediate Laser Cutting: Engraving Painted Canvas 4:00pm–7:30pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Intermediate Laser Cutting: Engraving Painted Canvas 4:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on April 30, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: This intermediate-level laser design class focuses on the differences between creating designs and navigating unique settings on pre-painted paper canvases. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Intermediate Laser Cutting: Engraving Painted Canvas 4:00pm–7:30pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Intermediate Laser Cutting: Engraving Painted Canvas 4:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: This intermediate-level laser design class focuses on the differences between creating designs and navigating unique settings on pre-painted paper canvases. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 23 2026 Sat Intro to Laser Cutting 10:00am–12:30pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming 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 23 2026 Sat Intro to Laser Cutting 10:00am–12:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 9, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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 beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures.
May 25 2026 Mon Memorial Day All Day Some Branches Closing May 25 2026 Mon Closing Memorial 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 Memorial Day Holiday
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 28 2026 Thu Intermediate Laser Skills: Designing Inlay Projects 1:30pm–3:30pm Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "14 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 28 2026 Thu Intermediate Laser Skills: Designing Inlay Projects 1:30pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 14, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: Build your laser design skills and improve your Adobe Illustrator workflow in this intermediate class. Explore the key factors in cutting inlay designs, learn how to measure kerf, and edit files for accurate results.
Jun 19 2026 Fri Juneteenth All Day All Branches Closing Jun 19 2026 Fri Closing Juneteenth All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Jul 4 2026 Sat Independence Day All Day All Branches Closing Jul 4 2026 Sat Closing Independence 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, Online
Sep 7 2026 Mon Labor Day All Day Some Branches Closing Sep 7 2026 Mon Closing Labor 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 Labor Day Holiday
Sep 19 2026 Sat Carroll Book Festival All Day All Branches Closing Sep 19 2026 Sat Closing Carroll Book Festival All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Oct 12 2026 Mon Staff Training All Day All Branches Closing Oct 12 2026 Mon Closing Staff Training All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Nov 11 2026 Wed Veterans Day All Day Some Branches Closing Nov 11 2026 Wed Closing Veterans Day All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters Description: Library closed for Veteran's Day
Nov 25 2026 Wed Thanksgiving Eve 12:00pm–8:00pm All Branches Closing Nov 25 2026 Wed Closing Thanksgiving Eve 12:00pm–8:00pm Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Nov 26 2026 Thu Thanksgiving All Day Some Branches Closing Nov 26 2026 Thu Closing Thanksgiving All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters Description: Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday
Nov 27 2026 Fri Thanksgiving All Day Some Branches Closing Nov 27 2026 Fri Closing Thanksgiving All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters
Dec 24 - 25 2026 Christmas All Day 12/24–12/25 All Branches Closing Dec 24 - 25 2026 Closing Christmas All Day 12/24–12/25 Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Dec 31 2026 Thu New Year's Eve All Day All Branches Closing Dec 31 2026 Thu Closing New Year's Eve All Day Branches: Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
Jan 1 2027 Fri New Year's Day All Day Some Branches Closing Jan 1 2027 Fri Closing New Year's 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 New Year's Day Holiday
