This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Group Bake: Soft Pretzels 1:30pm–3:45pm Kids, 6 - 18, Teens Exploration Commons Full Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - 18" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Group Bake: Soft Pretzels 1:30pm–3:45pm Exploration Commons Full Registration is closed because the event is full. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 6 - 18 ) Teens Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 Jan 17 2026 Sat PAWS to Read 2:00pm–3:00pm Finksburg Branch Open Registration will close on January 17, 2026 @ 2:00pm. 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 Jan 17 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 Jan 17 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 "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Tai Chi for Wellness and Rehabilitation 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Eldersburg Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Tai Chi for Wellness and Rehabilitation 2:00pm–3:00pm Eldersburg Branch Open Registration will close on January 17, 2026 @ 2:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Description: Tai chi is an ancient practice with origins in China. It is a mind/body practice incorporating breath and gentle movements to focus the mind. This program will assist the body in recovering from illness and maintaining wellness.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens 2:30pm–3:30pm 11 - 17, Teens Taneytown Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "11 - 17" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens 2:30pm–3:30pm Taneytown Branch Open Registration will close on January 17, 2026 @ 2:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: ( 11 - 17 ) 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!
Jan 19 2026 Mon MLK Day All Day Some Branches Closing Jan 19 2026 Mon Closing MLK 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 Martin Luther King Holiday
Jan 20 - 31 2026 Hold for Roar like a Lion All Day 1/20–1/31 Finksburg Branch Jan 20 - 31 2026 Hold for Roar like a Lion All Day 1/20–1/31 Library Branch: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Display Case - Left
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 9:30am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 24 Months Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 9:30am–10:30am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue North Carroll Ask a Master Gardener 9:30am–11:30am Adults North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue North Carroll Ask a Master Gardener 9:30am–11:30am North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gardening and Environment Description: Bring your questions about winter gardening to a Carroll County Master Gardener and pick up tips, handouts, and more.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 9:45am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 24 Months Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 9:45am–10:30am Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Birth - 24 Months Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 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 - 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. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–10:45am Kids, Birth - 24 Months Taneytown Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–10:45am Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Move and Learn 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 8 North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Move and Learn 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 - 8 ) Program Type: Storytime Description: A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement. 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 10:00am–11:00am Kids, Birth - 24 Months Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Read and Play 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 - 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Family Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Kids, Birth - 8 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Family Storytime 10:30am–11:30am 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Making for Good: Turkey Soup 10:30am–12:00pm 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Making for Good: Turkey Soup 10:30am–12:00pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on January 20, 2026 @ 10:30am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Description: Join guest presenter and Executive Director Andrea Berstler in our teaching kitchen to make hot turkey soup from scratch. 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 "Kids" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–11:30am Kids, 2 - 3 Mount Airy Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 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 ( 2 - 3 ) Program Type: Storytime This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–11:45am Kids, 2 - 3 Taneytown Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–11:45am Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 3 ) Program Type: Storytime This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, 2 - 3 Finksburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 3 ) Program Type: Storytime This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, 2 - 3 Westminster Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 3" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Twos and Threes Together 11:00am–12:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 3 ) Program Type: Storytime This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Potomac Community Services 12:30pm–2:30pm Adults Westminster Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Potomac Community Services 12:30pm–2:30pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Description: A client engagement specialist will visit the branch to share available services for both adults and children.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue North Carroll Knitters Group 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults North Carroll Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue North Carroll Knitters Group 1:00pm–3:00pm North Carroll Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join this group gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns. 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Little Learners 1:30pm–2:30pm Kids, 3 - 6 Eldersburg Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - 6" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Little Learners 1:30pm–2:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - 6 ) Program Type: Storytime Description: A special storytime just for preschoolers! Activities will promote pre-reading and school readiness skills in preparation for kindergarten. Adult caregivers are welcome. Food and natural items may be present. 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Line Dancing with Lori 5:00pm–6:00pm Adults Eldersburg Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Line Dancing with Lori 5:00pm–6:00pm Eldersburg Branch Open Registration will close on January 20, 2026 @ 5:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music Theater and Dance Registration Required Description: Join us for an evening of fun and fitness in this beginner's line dancing class. We suggest bringing water and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing for 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. All attendees need to register.
