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Crazy for Crafting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
North Carroll Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 14, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for some fun and easy craft projects each month. No experience or creative skills are needed. Bring a friend or meet new people who also enjoy crafting. Paint night! We will be making a flower painting.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Hello! Pop-Up Card

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Taneytown Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 14, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Make a cheerful pop-up card to brighten someone's day with a happy "hello!" All supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Pajama Party Storytime

6:30pm–7:00pm
Kids, Birth - 8
Mount Airy Branch
Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime

Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities 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

Read and Play

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
North Carroll Branch
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 "Adults" group

Yoga with Meditation

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Preschool Science: Garden Science

10:30am–12:00pm
Kids, 3 - 6
Westminster Branch
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: Gardening and Environment
Description:

It's spring! Let's learn about what a plant needs to grow and have some garden-themed STEAM fun! With seeds from vegetables and flowers, you will use dirt and water to help your seeds get started to transplant outside once they sprout.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Make Your Own Crackers

11:30am–1:30pm
Adults
Exploration Commons
Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will open on May 15, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

Love crispy crackers but hate all the extra ingredients in store-bought? Learn to make crackers from scratch. We will be making two types of crackers and a simple, tasty spread to serve with them.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Chair Yoga at the Library

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
North Carroll Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 15, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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 "Kids" group

Saturday Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Birth - 8
Mount Airy Branch
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

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 "Everyone" group

Unearthing Magic

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone, All Ages
Finksburg Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 16, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Registration Required
Description:

The School of Magic Arts is back again at Carroll County Libraries to bring you Unearthing Magic! In this 45-minute stage magic show, you’ll discover magical objects that change, move, grow, and disappear right before your eyes!

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

Swingin' Sixties: Part 1

10:00am–12:00pm
11 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Westminster Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 16, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
( 11 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: History and Genealogy
Registration Required
Description:

A youth-driven cultural revolution that took place in the US during the 1960s, emphasizing modernity and fun-loving self-indulgence. Explore the era’s transformative history, music, fashion, and pop culture.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

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

Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Eldersburg Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 16, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

This hands-on training demonstrates three quick lifesaving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.

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

Advanced Baking: Black Forest Cake

1:30pm–3:45pm
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will open on May 16, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

Black Forest Gateau (Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte) is a classic German dessert featuring layers of chocolate sponge cake, whipped cream, and cherries, flavored with Kirsch and decorated with more whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and cherries.

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.

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. 

Summer Reading Prizes

All Day 6/1–6/18
Finksburg Branch
Library Branch: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Display Case - Left

Juneteenth

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online

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9:00am–4:45pm
Exploration Commons
Library Branch: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room

Independence Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Classic Recreations: Honey Buns

11:15am–12:15pm
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Exploration Commons
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

Honey Bunny Test

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.

Labor 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 Labor Day Holiday

Carroll Book Festival

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online

4H Display

All Day 10/1–10/11
Finksburg Branch
Library Branch: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Display Case - Left

Staff Training

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite, Online