This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Spring Paint Party 1:00pm–2:30pm Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Spring Paint Party 1:00pm–2:30pm Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration will open on May 2, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Registration Required Description: Help us celebrate spring by joining us for a fun afternoon of painting!The paint we use can stain clothing, so please wear old clothes to this event. Materials will be provided. No prior experience is necessary. 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 16 2026 Sat Sykesville Painting Club Workshop with Karen Peck 1:00pm–4:30pm Adults Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Sykesville Painting Club Workshop with Karen Peck 1:00pm–4:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: The library is partnering with the Sykesville Painting Club to offer Karen Peck's Pastel Workshop. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 4 - Adults, Teens, Adults Finksburg Branch Upcoming 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 16 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm Finksburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on May 2, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Age Group: Kids ( 4 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Registration Required Description: 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. 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, 3 - Adults, Teens, Adults Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Read with a Furry Friend 2:00pm–3:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Live Animals Description: Every dog enjoys a good story! Trained reading dogs from My Caring Paws will provide a relaxed, informal atmosphere for kids to practice reading. 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 May 16 2026 Sat Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens 2:30pm–3:30pm 11 - 18, Teens Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "11 - 18" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 16 2026 Sat Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens 2:30pm–3:30pm Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on May 2, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: ( 11 - 18 ) Teens Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: CCPL's Taneytown Branch is holding a Super Smash Bros. tournament for teens, so join us to show you're the best player in town! There will be no prizes, just glory for the winner!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Embroidery Machine: In-the-Hoop Projects 2:30pm–4:00pm Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "14 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Embroidery Machine: In-the-Hoop Projects 2:30pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 2, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Check out the in-the-hoop projects you can do on the Bernina 535 Embroidery Machine. In this demo class, learn how you can use the embroidery machine to make bookmarks, gift tags, greeting cards, zipper bags, stuffed toys, photo frames, and more.
This event is in the "Kids" group May 18 2026 Mon Family Storytime 9:30am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 8 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group May 18 2026 Mon Family Storytime 9:30am–10:30am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Storytime We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 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 May 18 2026 Mon Family Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 8 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group May 18 2026 Mon Family Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Storytime We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Kids" group May 18 2026 Mon Family Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 8 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group May 18 2026 Mon Family Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Storytime We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 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 May 18 2026 Mon Garden Fun 10:00am–11:00am Kids, 2 - 6 Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 6" group May 18 2026 Mon Garden Fun 10:00am–11:00am Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on May 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 6 ) Program Type: Gardening and Environment, STEM/STEAM, Storytime Registration Required Description: Join the fun as we celebrate gardens and the joy of growing plants. We'll share stories, songs, activities, and a craft. Disclaimer(s) Only kids need to register.
This event is in the "Kids" group May 18 2026 Mon Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 24 Months North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group May 18 2026 Mon Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 24 Months ) Program Type: Storytime Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize. 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 May 18 2026 Mon Play and Explore 10:30am–11:30am Kids, Birth - 5 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 5" group May 18 2026 Mon Play and Explore 10:30am–11:30am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Kids" group May 18 2026 Mon Let's Move! 11:00am–11:30am Kids, Birth - 8 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group May 18 2026 Mon Let's Move! 11:00am–11:30am Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Storytime Description: Join us for an interactive storytime where we're learning through movement. We'll explore books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles! Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Kids" group May 18 2026 Mon Alphabet Train 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, 3 - 6 North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - 6" group May 18 2026 Mon Alphabet Train 11:00am–12:00pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - 6 ) Program Type: Storytime Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers 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 "Kids" group May 18 2026 Mon Alphabet Train 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, 3 - 6 Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - 6" group May 18 2026 Mon Alphabet Train 11:00am–12:00pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - 6 ) Program Type: Storytime Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers 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 "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Intro to Smartphones 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Intro to Smartphones 1:30pm–2:30pm Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on May 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: This class is designed for older adults and focuses on practical, everyday smartphone skills.
This event is in the "Teens" group May 18 2026 Mon Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens, 12 - 17 Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 17" group May 18 2026 Mon Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board 3:30pm–4:30pm Westminster Branch Upcoming Registration will open on May 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Teens ( 12 - 17 ) Program Type: Service Learning Hours Registration Required 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) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 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 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 "Kids" group May 18 2026 Mon Curious Kids 4:30pm–5:30pm Kids, 5 - 8 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "5 - 8" group May 18 2026 Mon Curious Kids 4:30pm–5:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 5 - 8 ) Program Type: STEM/STEAM Description: Calling all curious kids! Join us each session to share a story, art project, and hands-on STEM activity. Children and adults can have fun and get messy together! Food and natural items may be present.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon LEGO® Builders Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Kids, 6 - Adults, Teens, Adults Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon LEGO® Builders Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 6 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM Description: Want to practice your building skills? Join us for a LEGO® program where you tackle a new design each time! Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Let's Bead 5:30pm–6:30pm 11 - Adults, Teens, Adults Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "11 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Let's Bead 5:30pm–6:30pm Taneytown Branch Upcoming Registration will open on May 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: ( 11 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Registration Required Description: Join for an hour of free beading creation time to reduce stress and socialize. No instructions or lessons needed. 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 18 2026 Mon North Carroll Book Discussion Group: The Holdout 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon North Carroll Book Discussion Group: The Holdout 6:00pm–8:00pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll 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 The Holdout by Graham Moore.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Write Your Roots: Transforming Family History Research into Published Works 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Write Your Roots: Transforming Family History Research into Published Works 6:30pm–7:30pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: History and Genealogy Description: Learn how to transform family history research into compelling articles, books, or screenplays! Join screenwriter and novelist Heather P. Disclaimer(s) 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Yoga with Meditation 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Yoga with Meditation 6:30pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Upcoming Registration will open on May 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required 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.
