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This event is in the "Kids" group

Saturday Adventures

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Birth - 8
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime
Description:

Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!

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

Play and Explore

10:30am–11:30am
Kids, Birth - 5
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 5 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play! A large variety of engaging toys and materials will be available.

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

Open Mah Jongg

5:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
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

Abominable Snowman Escape Room

6:00pm–7:00pm
11 - 17, Teens
North Carroll Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Gather clues, solve puzzles, and try to escape in time in an Abominable Snowman-themed escape room.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Strategy Games

1:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

This group is all about connecting people who love board games that make you think. We meet regularly to explore strategic board games like Catan, Azul, Wingspan, and more!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons & Dragons Online

4:00pm–6:30pm
Teens, 12 - 17
Online
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will open on January 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Online
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - 17 )

Program Type: Fun and Games, Online Video
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for a session of Dungeons & Dragons played entirely online! Pre-generated characters will be available, and registrants will meet on Zoom the day before to become familiar with any websites used.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Cabin Fever Book Swap & Social

5:00pm–8:00pm
Everyone, All Ages
Offsite
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will close on February 10, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: Book Clubs, Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Cabin Fever Book Swap & Social
Hosted by the Friends of Carroll County Public Library 

Tuesday, February 10, 2026   5:00 PM – 8:00 PM 
Oscar’s Alehouse, Eldersburg, MD 

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group

TRIVIA NIGHT at Bistro 91 in Finksburg

7:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
Offsite
Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will open on January 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Offsite
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

What trivia tidbits are rattling around in your head? Grab a few friends and join us for Trivia Night at Bistro 91! All prizes are provided by Bistro 91.

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

ASL Practice Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids, 5 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 5 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Join us for our ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Club! We will have conversational games and prompts to help keep your skills up. All fluency levels 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

Taneytown Teen Anime Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
11 - 17, Teens
Taneytown Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 28, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Join us each month for an anime-themed craft and a chance to watch the latest and greatest anime with other Taneytown teens!

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Eldersburg Branch Anime Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
11 - 17, Teens
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Description:

Join us at CCPL's Eldersburg Branch for all things anime and manga! Watch the first episode of an anime, make anime-themed crafts, discuss your favorite series, share your artwork, and more!

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

Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
North Carroll Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required

The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games, crafts, music, and more in a sensory-friendly environment!

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

Westminster Branch Chess Club

5:30pm–7:00pm
11 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Westminster Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
( 11 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor.

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

Romance Novel Bingo

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Back by popular demand! Celebrate Valentine's Day with a fun and hilarious night of bingo with a romance genre twist! Prizes will be awarded.

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

Valentine's Date with a FREE Book!

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Description:

Who said Friday the 13th was unlucky? Not you if you visit CCPL's Mount Airy Branch that day! Chat with other book lovers, get cozy with new genres, mingle with a few new titles, and take home a FREE new book of your choice.

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

Open Mah Jongg

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Finksburg Branch
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 "Teens" group

Nintendo Afternoon

2:00pm–4:00pm
11 - 17, Teens
Westminster Branch
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Young Adult Window Display
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM
Description:

Join us in our Young Adult Area for gaming on our Nintendo Switch. Bring your friends and take turns playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games will be provided. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

TTRPG Afternoon

3:00pm–4:45pm
Kids, 6 - 11
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 11 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Let's learn to play a tabletop role-playing game at the library!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Saturday Adventures

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Birth - 8
Eldersburg Branch
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime
Description:

Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun!

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

Dungeons and Dragons Club

1:00pm–4:00pm
11 - 18, Teens
Mount Airy Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 31, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Welcome, adventurers! Join our table as we embark on a fun-filled campaign! Our game is friendly to both new and returning players. Our characters are currently level 1.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons & Dragons Winter Adventure

2:00pm–4:00pm
11 - 18, Teens
Finksburg Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 31, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games
Registration Required
Description:

Calling brave heroes for a quest in Dungeons & Dragons! Whether this is your first adventure or your twentieth, join us for an afternoon of fantastic deeds!

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.

Presidents' Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
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 Presidents' Day Holiday

This event is in the "Teens" group

DC Comics Day

6:00pm–7:00pm
11 - 18, Teens
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 11 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Description:

Celebrate all things DC Comics with us! Make superhero-themed crafts, play games, answer trivia questions, and discover more about your favorite characters through our collection of comics! 

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

Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults
Finksburg Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 5, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games
Registration Required

The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for games, crafts, music, and more in a sensory-friendly environment!

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.