Week Calendar

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Writers of all levels and genres are invited to join our weekly writing group. It is a flexible, drop-in, stay as long as you like, environment.

storytime

Get together at the library for a fun social time for you and your children. We'll provide the space, toys, and activities, you provide the fun. Play is an important part of developing early literacy skills.

Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours.

Our regular, theme-based storytime with a twist and a stretch and maybe a yoga pose! There will be an age-appropriate story, songs and a learning activity along with the opportunity to get up and get moving!

A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.

Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours.

storytime

Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours.

storytime

Come ready to shake, rattle, and read! This program combines live music with movement focused stories to create an engaging, educational experience sure to get everyone up and moving around.

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities which allow children to practice skills and socialize. 

A Learning Advantage Partnership program between Carroll County Public Schools and Carroll County Public Library. Sponsored by a Striving Readers Grant.

Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours.

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Explore dancing, singing, and shaking your sillies out at this movement-based program. Older siblings welcome.

A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.

storytime

storytime

An opportunity for individualized technology assistance on your own device or a public computer. Bring your questions about navigating the internet, email, and the online services the library offers.

Breastfeeding can be challenging and emotional for new moms. Come share, support, socialize, and help one another in a non-judgmental environment. Siblings welcome. This support group is led by Susan Weyer, RN, IBCLC.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with some Irish music! We have the good luck to have local violinist and teacher, Heather Keller, returning to the library to play a selection of Irish fiddle music.

Join us for a bit of Shakespeare to expand anyone’s lifelong learning and enjoyment of the person widely regarded as the greatest dramatist, the greatest poet, and the greatest prose writer in the history of the English language.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS Program offering free tax preparation services to low and moderate-income households. Human Services Programs of Carroll County will be offering a VITA Tax Preparation Day at the Taneytown Branch.

Join the fun with your child as we celebrate the joys of music with instruments, dancing, bean bags, streamers, and more!

Whether you are looking for teen service hours or a way to give back, you will find and opportunity at the Second Annual Mount Airy Branch Volunteer Fair.

A Learning Advantage Partnership program between Carroll County Public Schools and Carroll County Public Library. Sponsored by a Striving Readers Grant.

Join the Girl Scouts for a fun, interactive storytime and craft.

We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.

3/3: Lydia Bandy (harp)

3/10: Chris Reynolds (guitar)

3/17: Elaine Bryant (harp)

3/24: Chris Reynolds (guitar)

3/31: Matt McMullin (guitar)

4/7: Matt McMullin (guitar)

Bring the family and enjoy an afternoon showing of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (G, 1hr 40min). Feel free to bring your own refreshments.

Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during our unstaffed open lab hours.

Spring art is here!

Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog. Research shows that reading to animals can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Struggling readers are encouraged to participate.

Join us for an afternoon of painting in the library! Attendees will create a beginner-level painting with the guidance of a demonstrator. We will be painting pictures inspired by hanami, Japanese flower viewing festivals.

The Visionary Dance Company will perform to the glorious and lovely music from Hello, Dolly! Dolly, the best matchmaker of all time, helps three couples find love while finding a match for herself.

The Visionary Dance Company will perform to the glorious and lovely music from Hello, Dolly! Dolly, the best matchmaker of all time, helps three couples find love while finding a match for herself. 

A weekly after-school program with a snack, craft/game/tech time, and homework assistance. Different activities every week! We will not meet on early dismissal days or when CCPS is closed.  

Try coding with our Sphero robots to guide them through a maze and more!

All are welcome at this series of author talks with Battle of the Books authors on Monday, 3/18 (Hena Khan and Natalie Lorenzi) and Friday, 3/22 (Ru Xu and Cammie McGovern).

Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players, as well as those newer to the game, for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card.

In partnership with the Carroll County Veterans Advisory Council, we invite veterans, current military and reservists, and family members to join us for an evening of discussion, fellowship, and camaraderie.

Books will be provided except in special circumstances.

Join Martin's registered, licensed dietitian and in-store nutritionist, Joni Rampolla, for tips, tricks, and strategies to eat healthy on a budget. Learn how to make smart choices for you and your family.  

Is there something you'd like to see at your library? Join us and help make it happen! At TAB, you can help to create displays, programming, and more. Earn service hours while making a difference in your community. 

Girls Who Code is a national non-profit organization dedicated to closing the gender gap in technology.

Jack, a poor country boy, traded the family cow for some cool magic beans. What do you think Jack will grow with those magic beans? Will he go out and find stolen treasures?

Join the Teen Advisory Board! Share your opinions and ideas about programs and materials you'd like to see at the Finksburg Branch. Earn service hours while helping your library!

The Bereavement Support Group will focus on counseling those who have lost someone close to them. This group is open to all grieving people in the community.

Presented by Jennifer Bertucco of Bertucco's Bakery. Come learn how to make spring and Easter treats at home, as well as taste test Jennifer's creations.

Sara and Sara are back with another Tech Talk. They will be discussing eBooks and other downloadable content available through the library's online resources. Please feel free to bring along your Kindle, iOS device, or Android device.

Delve into a world of love, honor, and intrigue through a fun introduction of William Shakespeare.

All are welcome at this series of author talks with Battle of the Books authors on Monday, 3/18 (Hena Khan and Natalie Lorenzi) and Friday, 3/22 (Ru Xu and Cammie McGovern).

Stuck here for Spring Break? Join our Teen Advisory Board as we take a virtual vacation! Use the green screen to create postcards and see the sights with our virtual reality technology.

Knitters and crocheters are all welcome to join this semi-monthly gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns.

Experience the benefits of a deep relaxation session in this inwardly focused yoga class.

Whether you are a master or have never played, join us for Chess Club. You can learn the rules of the game, study classic games from history, stretch your brain with chess puzzles, or just sit down and play with friends. 

Join Caroline Brocato in this friendly crochet group that is open to both beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light colored, worsted weight yarn to the class.

This event is now Sold Out!

This gentle yoga class, taught by Rebecca Berg, is designed to allow students of various abilities and physical conditions to comfortably develop his or her own yoga practice.