Week Calendar

Drop in at the Westminster Branch for a free vision screening for your child, offered in partnership with the Deer Park Lions Club.

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.

Come dance with us! We'll use songs and movement to learn some of the basics of dancing with Kim Golliday from Taneytown Dance Center.

The Little Red Hen is tired of eating boring old chicken feed for supper. She wants something new, bold, and different! A pizza is the solution, but who will help the Little Red Hen make it?

Join a morning café scene with demonstrations and activities on our Smart Board.

What makes a garden grow? Earth, rain, sun, and all sorts of creatures! Eddie works hard, digging, pulling weeds, and watering his plants, and soon his garden is magnificent, from his string bean house to his tall sunflowers.

Put your painting clothes on and join us for a painting extravaganza. You will have the opportunity to make creations by using different types of painting. There will be a variety of painting fun for everyone!

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.

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

The Little Red Hen is tired of eating boring old chicken feed for supper. She wants something new, bold, and different! A pizza is the solution, but who will help the Little Red Hen make it?

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

There are many types of cats and each one has its own personality. Can cats be taught tricks? Can they be taught to be obedient? Do they provide companionship? Can they live with other animals?

Join us for a playgroup just for preschoolers. Come enjoy a festive space where you and your child can explore and play with our toys, read a board book, enjoy music, and socialize with others.

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

The Little Red Hen is tired of eating boring old chicken feed for supper. She wants something new, bold, and different! A pizza is the solution, but who will help the Little Red Hen make it?

Join educator and butterfly enthusiast, Adreon Hubbard, for a workshop on monarch butterflies! You’ll learn about raising them from eggs and caterpillars found on local milkweed plants and why that’s important. Ms.

We're dreaming of a white Christmas...in July?! Beat the heat and enjoy some holiday stories, songs, and some indoor SNOW as we celebrate Christmas in July!

Take a virtual trip beyond earth's atmosphere! Explore the International Space Station, see distant planets, and more! No spaceship required.

This summer the Taneytown Branch Library will be partnering with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment and no cost.

This summer the Taneytown Branch Library will be partnering with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment and no cost.

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.

This summer the Taneytown Branch Library will be partnering with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment and no cost.

This summer the Taneytown Branch Library will be partnering with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment and no cost.

This month's selection is Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear.

This summer the Taneytown Branch Library will be partnering with Carroll County Public Schools and the US Department of Agriculture to provide free summer meals for kids and teens. There is no enrollment and no cost.

Join us for free live music on the Booth Stage in our park. Feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket. Enjoy your lunch while you are here.

This class in the Hatha Yoga tradition is suitable for many different levels and abilities. Therapeutic elements of yoga will be included. The class ends with a deep relaxation Yoga Nidra.

Join us as we bend space and time to reach the bathrooms on the other side of the galaxy. We will travel to a distant star just before its death. We will warp the fabric of space and survive to tell about it.

Join us in a discovery of inquiry, problem-solving, engagement, and creativity. There will be something different to do every day!

For students entering second grade this fall. This week long camp will follow an exciting and engaging curriculum developed by Code.org.

Join us in a discovery of inquiry, problem-solving, engagement, and creativity. There will be something different to do every day!

Come by for some hands-on tech fun for all ages in our Young Adult area of the library. The materials available will change from week to week.

For students entering second grade this fall. This week long camp will follow an exciting and engaging curriculum developed by Code.org.

We'll create simple rockets from a variety of recycled and craft materials. Get ready to experiment and see how far you can launch your rocket!

Join us in a discovery of inquiry, problem-solving, engagement, and creativity. There will be something different to do every day!

For students entering second grade this fall. This week long camp will follow an exciting and engaging curriculum developed by Code.org.

Capture part of the night sky and view it any time you want! Using basic circuitry, we'll recreate a constellation in LED lights.

Magician Mike Rose presents a magic show that is unlike any other. The show consists of impossible magic tricks and comedy, all based around space, planets, stars, aliens, and more. Be prepared for lots of audience participation!

Join us in a discovery of inquiry, problem-solving, engagement, and creativity. There will be something different to do every day!

For students entering second grade this fall. This week long camp will follow an exciting and engaging curriculum developed by Code.org.

Nicole Mikulas will present an exciting line-up of exotic reptiles in this interactive program for all ages. Learn about reptile care, fun facts, and more.

For students entering second grade this fall. This week long camp will follow an exciting and engaging curriculum developed by Code.org.

Join Bob Coffey from Coffey Music for an interactive demonstration of musical instruments, and try your hand at a few that you may want to play.

Join the members of the Silver Fancy Garden Club and create a beautiful summer bouquet. All supplies will be provided.

Old Line Garrison 501^st will outline what it takes to be a part of a Star Wars costuming group.

6/2: Lydia Bandy (piano/harp)

6/9: Elaine Bryant (harp)

6/16: Rob Caswell (dulcimer)

6/23: Matt McMullin (guitar)

6/30:Chris Reynolds (guitar)

7/7: Lydia Bandy (piano/harp)

Please join us for a showing of Home (PG, 110 minutes). Feel free to bring your own refreshments.

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

Do you want to be an astronaut when you grow up? Or have you ever dreamed about programming robots to complete a mission? At the Finksburg Branch that could be a reality!

Create a wind streamer out of common materials and use it to determine the wind’s direction.

One scoop, two scoops, three scoops, four! We love ice cream, let’s have some more! Join us for stories, songs, and crafts about a delicious cold summer treat. Come celebrate the summer with ice cream...at the library!

Do you enjoy the magical world of Harry Potter? Join us to design and create your very own wand and more!

Mix up and mold your own galaxy bath bomb, then take it home to experience some out-of-this-world relaxation!

Join us as astronauts on the International Space Station read stories to and conduct science experiments for the children of Earth as the world rotates below. There will be a craft afterwards.

Join a team to compete in an amazing race competition at the library!

In order to explore outer space, astronauts have to be experts at, well, everything! In this Astronaut Academy session, we'll learn all about our closest cosmic neighbor, the moon!

Learn and practice a few yoga and relaxation techniques to help you deal with the stresses of everyday life. Bring a yoga mat or large towel if you wish.

Do you enjoy the magical world of Harry Potter? Join us to make several different potions to take home with you.

The Little Red Hen is tired of eating boring old chicken feed for supper. She wants something new, bold, and different! A pizza is the solution, but who will help the Little Red Hen make it?

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 outer space. 

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.

For students entering second grade this fall. This week long camp will follow an exciting and engaging curriculum developed by Code.org.

For students entering second grade this fall. This week long camp will follow an exciting and engaging curriculum developed by Code.org.

Join us for a viewing of Beyond a Year in Space, which traces the steps of human space flight from the first animals sent into space to Scott Kelly's historic flight, and into the future of humanity finding its place in the cosmos.

For students entering second grade this fall. This week long camp will follow an exciting and engaging curriculum developed by Code.org.

Take a journey with re-enactor Richard Anderson to the 1860s and learn what life was like for a Civil War soldier. Generously supported by Dr. Michael Rosner.

For students entering second grade this fall. This week long camp will follow an exciting and engaging curriculum developed by Code.org.

For students entering second grade this fall. This week long camp will follow an exciting and engaging curriculum developed by Code.org.

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

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

Explore the cosmos like never before in this virtual reality field trip through outer space! We'll explore using Google Expeditions, handheld virtual reality viewers. All equipment will be provided.

Design and create your own dreamcatcher, sure to bring beauty to your dreams, and your home. All materials are provided.

This month's selection is Paris in the Present Tense by Mark Helprin.

De-stress, tone-up, and make friends with Syeda's yoga group. Difficulty level ranges from beginner to intermediate.

The Little Red Hen is tired of eating boring old chicken feed for supper. She wants something new, bold, and different! A pizza is the solution, but who will help the Little Red Hen make it?

Please join us to share your ideas, patterns, books, and tips. A great time to visit and work on your latest projects.

Join us for a fun night of games: video games, board games, life-size games, and much more.

This is not your typical history lesson. Adam Shefts offers a unique insight into the obscure history of America's 19^th and early 20^th century.

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

Join us as astronauts on the International Space Station read stories to and conduct science experiments for the children of Earth as the world rotates below. There will be a craft afterwards. Imagine no more…it’s Storytime from Space!

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.

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