This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Engraving Paper: Engraved Paper Gift Bags 5:30pm–7:30pm 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 Apr 23 2026 Thu Engraving Paper: Engraved Paper Gift Bags 5:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 23, 2026 @ 5:30pm. 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 Registration Required Description: Join us to give paper engraving a try! We'll review the basics of Adobe Illustrator and Epilog Dashboard, including important things to consider when engraving paper.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–4:00pm Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Open Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 1:30pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 25, 2026 @ 1:30pm. 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 5:00pm–7:30pm Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Open Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 5:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 27, 2026 @ 5:00pm. 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 5:00pm–7:30pm Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Open Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "21 and older" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Custom Wine Glass and Tasting 5:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on April 28, 2026 @ 5:00pm. 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 4 2026 Mon Intermediate Laser Project: 3D Topographic Maps 1:00pm–4:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Open 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 4 2026 Mon Intermediate Laser Project: 3D Topographic Maps 1:00pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on May 4, 2026 @ 1:00pm. 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 Payment Required Description: Learn how to use Adobe Illustrator and the Epilog Fusion Pro laser to create layered, 3D topographical map products. Participants will create a pre-determined example product to bring home.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 5 2026 Tue Laser Skills: Print and Cut 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 May 5 2026 Tue Laser Skills: Print and Cut 1:00pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 1:00pm. 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 print-and-cut with the Epilog Fusion Pro. We will explore how the Epilog's IRIS™ Camera Registration System works for extremely precise cutting and engraving.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 5 2026 Tue Intro to Adobe Illustrator 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Exploration Commons Open 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 5 2026 Tue Intro to Adobe Illustrator 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Open Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 5:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learn the basic features of Adobe Illustrator. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and explore the program through hands-on instruction. No experience is 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 Adults, 21 and older Exploration Commons Open 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 Open Registration will close on April 25, 2026 @ 1:30pm. 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
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 Open 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 Open Registration will close on April 27, 2026 @ 5:00pm. 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
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 Open 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 Open Registration will close on April 28, 2026 @ 5:00pm. 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-toe shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
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 "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 class is for customers looking to become certified for independent use of the Exploration Commons laser cutters. We will cover simple project creation in Adobe Illustrator, the basics of the Epilog Dashboard software
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 4 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 Jun 4 2026 Thu Intermediate Laser Skills: Designing Inlay Projects 1:30pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 21, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 9 2026 Tue Making for Seniors: Engrave a Simple Anodized Aluminum Project 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 9 2026 Tue Making for Seniors: Engrave a Simple Anodized Aluminum Project 10:00am–12:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 26, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, 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 "Kids" group Jun 9 2026 Tue Prehistoric Projects: Laser-Engraved Dinosaur Puzzles 5:00pm–7:30pm Kids, 8 - 12 Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "8 - 12" group Jun 9 2026 Tue Prehistoric Projects: Laser-Engraved Dinosaur Puzzles 5:00pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on May 26, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Kids ( 8 - 12 ) Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Come celebrate Summer Reading with a special prehistoric project: laser-engraved dinosaur puzzles! This is a pairs-making class. It is intended for one child that is 8-12 years old and one Exploration Commons laser-certified adult. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 16 2026 Tue Creating Jewelry with Makerspace Technology 10:00am–11:30am 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 Jun 16 2026 Tue Creating Jewelry with Makerspace Technology 10:00am–11:30am Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 2, 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, DIY Arts and Crafts, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learn about the types of jewelry you can make with our makerspace technology. We will review the available equipment, selecting appropriate materials, and setting up design files for success.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 16 2026 Tue Next Steps with Adobe Illustrator: Image Tracing 4:30pm–6:00pm 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 Jun 16 2026 Tue Next Steps with Adobe Illustrator: Image Tracing 4:30pm–6:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 2, 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, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: In this class, we will be going over the image trace feature in Adobe Illustrator. We will be looking at a few different images and going over the multiple options of image tracing to get the best result for each image.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 17 2026 Wed Intro to MakeraCAM 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 Jun 17 2026 Wed Intro to MakeraCAM 1:00pm–3:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 3, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: In this class we will go over utilizing MakeraCAM, the base design software that we teach for using our Carvera CNC!
This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 18 2026 Thu Teen Laser Class: Engraved Livestock Brushes 5:30pm–7:30pm Teens, 12 - 18 Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 18" group Jun 18 2026 Thu Teen Laser Class: Engraved Livestock Brushes 5:30pm–7:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - 18 ) Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: Getting ready for the summer livestock or horse show season? Join us to customize a wood-handled grooming brush to express your personality!
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
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 22 2026 Mon Intro to Adobe Illustrator 12:00pm–2:00pm 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 Jun 22 2026 Mon Intro to Adobe Illustrator 12:00pm–2:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 8, 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, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Learn the basic features of Adobe Illustrator. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and explore the program through hands-on instruction. No experience is required.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 24 2026 Wed Prehistoric Projects: Laser-Engraved Dinosaur Puzzles 1:00pm–3:30pm Kids, 8 - 12 Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "8 - 12" group Jun 24 2026 Wed Prehistoric Projects: Laser-Engraved Dinosaur Puzzles 1:00pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on June 10, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Kids ( 8 - 12 ) Program Type: Adobe Software, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: Come celebrate Summer Reading with a special prehistoric project: laser-engraved dinosaur puzzles! This is a pairs-making class. It is intended for one child that is 8-12 years old and one Exploration Commons laser-certified adult. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
