The following programs will be offered through Carroll County Public Library. Registration is required only where noted. For more information, call 410-386-4488. Visit www.library.carr.org for more program information.
Eldersburg
6400 W. Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg
410-386-4460, 410-795-3520
Thursday
Read and Play: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-24 months. 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.
Independent Exploration: 10 a.m. For ages 3-adults. Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during Independent Exploration, our unstaffed open lab hours. Check library.carr.org/explorationpoint for a full list of the equipment and software available. For staff assistance with a project or piece of equipment, please speak with a librarian to schedule a 1-on-1 tech appointment.
Twos and Threes Together: Sweet Treats: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Black-Eyed Susan Celebration: 6 p.m. For all ages. Join local school media specialists for a fabulous party to celebrate the award that encourages children statewide to read.
Friday
Sensory Storytime: 10 a.m. For ages birth-8. This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free storytime. Only kids need to register.
Preschool Open Exploration: 11 a.m. For ages 3-6. Join us in Exploration Point to encourage your preschooler's scientific thinking and problem solving skills. Drop by between 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. for informal play and exploration through self directed STEAM activities. All children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Saturday
Saturday Storytime: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Independent Exploration: 10 a.m. For ages 3-adults. Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during Independent Exploration, our unstaffed open lab hours. Check library.carr.org/explorationpoint for a full list of the equipment and software available. For staff assistance with a project or piece of equipment, please speak with a librarian to schedule a 1-on-1 tech appointment.
Put Your Best Fork Forward to Create A Healthier You: 1 p.m. For adults. Register for this event. Making small shifts in your food choices can add up over time. Get some inspiration during National Nutrition Month from the Eldersburg Martin's In-Store Nutritionist to change your eating habits one forkful at a time.
Free Spirit Book Club: "A Thousand Acres," by Jane Smiley: 2 p.m. For adults. Please join us for a discussion of our chosen book.
Sunday
Independent Exploration: 2 p.m. For ages 3-adults. Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during Independent Exploration, our unstaffed open lab hours. Check library.carr.org/explorationpoint for a full list of the equipment and software available. For staff assistance with a project or piece of equipment, please speak with a librarian to schedule a 1-on-1 tech appointment.
Monday
Family Storytime: Bears: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Independent Exploration: 10 a.m. For ages 3-adults. Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during Independent Exploration, our unstaffed open lab hours. Check library.carr.org/explorationpoint for a full list of the equipment and software available. For staff assistance with a project or piece of equipment, please speak with a librarian to schedule a 1-on-1 tech appointment.
Family Storytime: Bears: 11 a.m. For ages birth-8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
1-2-3 Math with Me: Numbers and Counting: 1:30 p.m. For ages 2-5. Join us for a story and hands-on activities as we explore different math concepts and pre-math skills.
Service Learning Hours: KidWorks: 5:30 p.m. For ages 12-17. KidWorks meets twice a month. At the first meeting we spend an hour planning a storytime for younger kids. At the second meeting (3/27, 4/24, & 5/22) we present the storytime. You must come to both meetings to earn three service learning hours.
Craft Night: 6:30 p.m. For ages 13-adults. Join us for a self-directed, make-and-take evening. We'll have a variety of craft stations open while supplies last.
Tuesday
Read and Play: 9:15 a.m. For ages birth-24 months. 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.
Independent Exploration: 10 a.m. For ages 3-adults. Drop in for self-directed use of our makerspace resources during Independent Exploration, our unstaffed open lab hours. Check library.carr.org/explorationpoint for a full list of the equipment and software available. For staff assistance with a project or piece of equipment, please speak with a librarian to schedule a 1-on-1 tech appointment.
Read and Play: 10:15 a.m. For ages birth-24 months. 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.
Leave It, Move It, Roll It, Take It: Know Your Employer Retirement Plan Options: 7 p.m. For adults. When you're faced with a lump-sum distribution resulting from a layoff, job change, or retirement, it's important to know you have options about where to put your money. Together we'll learn about your options and how to select the one that makes the most sense for you. Presented by Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Suzanne M. Bradshaw, AAMS. All attendees need to register.
Wednesday
Read and Play: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-24 months. 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.
Twos and Threes Together: Bears: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Deep Relaxation Class: 7 p.m. For ages 13-adults. Join us and experience the benefits of a deep relaxation session, in this inward focused yoga class. Through gentle asanas (comfortable stretching), yoga nidra (deep relaxation), an introduction to pranayama (breathing practices), and meditation we work from the physical body to the subtle bodies, restoring and inviting peace to our being. No experience necessary. Please bring a mat and a blanket. All attendees need to register.
Hooked on Crochet: 7 p.m. For ages 11-adults. 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 light colored worsted yarn.
Finksburg
2265 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg
410-386-4505
Thursday
Twos and Threes Together: Shapes: 9:45 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Read and Play: 11 a.m. For ages birth-24 months. 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.
Rube Goldberg Machine Demo: 5 p.m. For all ages. In the spirit of Rube Goldberg, a cartoonist and inventor known for his comically complicated machines, we have been keeping laughter and invention alive at our branches this winter. Middle and high school students have created contraptions with the end goal of placing coins into a container. We invite the public to view these hilarious creations with live demonstrations.
Exploring Homelessness in Carroll County: A Town Hall Forum: 6:30 p.m. For ages 10-adults. Join us for a short film exploring the lives of several Carroll County residents as they share their stories of homelessness. Hear our neighbors talk about their own journey, their struggles to get back on their feet, and their hopes for the future. A time of discussion and reflection will follow the film as we share ideas about our community response to homelessness. This event is sponsored by the Circle of Caring Homelessness Board, a voluntary collaborative committee of more than 50 government, non-profit, business, and faith-based groups with an interest in ending homelessness in Carroll County.
Rube Goldberg Machine Demo: 7 p.m. For all ages. In the spirit of Rube Goldberg, a cartoonist and inventor known for his comically complicated machines, we have been keeping laughter and invention alive at our branches this winter. Middle and high school students have created contraptions with the end goal of placing coins into a container. We invite the public to view these hilarious creations with live demonstrations.
Friday
Busy Bee Quilting: 1 p.m. For adults. Looking for a quilting group? Interested in learning how to quilt? Join the Busy Bee Quilt Guild every month for some quilting fun.
Saturday
Tiny Food Jewelry: 10 a.m. For ages 9-17. Looking for something fun to make and wear? Come celebrate your favorite foods by creating tiny food charms and jewelry from polymer clay. All attendees need to register.
The Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers Association Presents Historical Research for Writers: 1 p.m. For adults. Join us as Eileen McIntire, author of Shadow of the Rock and In Rembrandt's Shadow, discusses her techniques doing extensive historical research to provide the reader with an exciting look into the past.
PAWS to Read: 2 p.m. For ages 5-17. Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog. Research shows that children enjoy improving their reading skills by practicing the art of reading to animals. Registration preferred, but walk-ins welcome. Only kids need to register.
Sunday
No special programs listed.
Monday
Alphabet Train: Letters I and J: 11 a.m. For ages 3-6. Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome
Drop Everything and Knit: 6:30 p.m. For adults. Drop in for an evening of creative camaraderie. Knitters of all skill levels are welcome. Start a new project, bring a work in progress, reawaken your inner knitter, or learn a new skill. Knitters share a love of their craft and a love of helping others learn it.
Tuesday
Read and Play: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-24 months. 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.
Twos and Threes Together: Ducks: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Ready, Set, School: Ducks: 1:30 p.m. For ages 3-6. An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills. All adult caregivers are welcome.
Yoga with Syeda: Peace and Health: 6:30 p.m. For adults. Beloved instructor, Syeda Khan, returns this spring with more yoga sessions. Register to assure a place. Walk-ins are welcome at 6:30, if there is room.
Wednesday
Family Storytime: Ducks: 11 a.m. For ages birth-8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Pajama Party Storytime: Ducks: 6:30 p.m. For ages birth-8. 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.
Mount Airy
705 Ridge Ave., Mount Airy
410-386-4470, 301-829-5290
Thursday
Twos and Threes Together: Outer Space: 10 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Friday
Ready, Set, School: Outer Space: 10 a.m. For ages 3-6. An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills. All adult caregivers are welcome.
Family Storytime: Outer Space: 11 a.m. For ages birth-8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Wake Up Bears-It's Spring: 2:30 p.m. For ages 2-8. Spring is a magical season; every day reveals a new sight to be seen. We'll read some stories, wake up our hibernating bears, and make a magic spring wand to celebrate the upcoming season.
Rube Goldberg Demo Day: 3:30 p.m. For all ages. In the spirit of Rube Goldberg, a cartoonist and inventor known for his comically complicated machines, we have been keeping laughter and invention alive at our branches this winter. Middle and high school students have created contraptions with the end goal of placing coins into a container. We invite the public to view these hilarious creations with live demonstrations.
Saturday
Saturday Storytime: Outer Space: 11 a.m. For ages birth-8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Sunday
booKPETS: 2 p.m. For ages 4-12. Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog. Research shows that children enjoy improving their reading skills by practicing the art of reading to animals.
Monday
Read and Play: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-24 months. 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.
Twos and Threes Together: Friends: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Teen Advisory Board: 6:30 p.m. For ages 12-17. Need service hours? Join the Teen Advisory Board for a fun-filled meeting to learn how you can become a leader in your library. But it's not all work and no play, we'll provide plenty of snacks and games, too. Refreshments will be served.
Tuesday
Family Storytime: Friends: 10 a.m. For ages birth-8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Family Storytime: Friends: 11 a.m. For ages birth-8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Meet Miscellaneous Distillery: 6:30 p.m. For adults. MISCellaneous Distillery is an artisan distillery in Mount Airy that produces spirits (initially rum and rye whisky) using inputs grown in Carroll County. Come learn how spirits are made, hear about the grain to glass movement, and pick up a few tips for tasting spirits.
Wednesday
Read and Play: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-24 months. 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.
Twos and Threes Together: Friends: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Mount Airy Book Discussion Group: "All the Light We Cannot See," by Anthony Doerr: 1 p.m. For adults. Join us for a discussion of this month's book.
Solar 101: 7 p.m. For adults. Join local solar panel expert Brian Desmond as he discusses basic information about-and also the many benefits of-going solar.
North Carroll
2255 Hanover Pike, Greenmount
410-386-4480
Thursday
Family Storytime: Bugs: 10 a.m. For ages birth-8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Have You Tried eBooks?: 6:30 p.m. For Adults. Bring your own device and learn how to download ebooks and digital audio. CCPL provides free access to many downloadable materials from OverDrive through Maryland's Digital eLibrary Consortium with your library card.
Read to a Dog Friend: 6:45 p.m. For ages 4-12. Read to a puppy from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program. Research shows that children enjoy improving their reading skills and build self-esteem by practicing the art of reading to animals.
Friday
Read and Play: 10:30 a.m. For ages birth-24 months. 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.
Saturday
No special programs listed.
Sunday
No special programs listed.
Monday
Preschool TinkerLabs: 10:30 a.m. For ages 3-5. Explore, tinker, and create. We'll read a story and then children and caregivers will investigate and have fun in our weekly Monday Makerspace.
PBS World Premiere and Scavenger Hunt: 1 p.m. For ages 2-10. Be the first to see the world premiere episode of a PBS kids show. Then search the North Carroll Branch to find hidden PBS friends. Part of the Quality Digital Media Partnership series with WQED-PBS, LittleeLit.com, and Carroll County Public Library.
Book Buzz: A Sneak Peak at Hot Summer Reads: 6:30 p.m. For ages 8-adults. Be the first to get a sneak preview of upcoming Penguin Random House titles. Representatives from both the adult and children's divisions from Penguin Random House will be on hand to preview and review recently released and upcoming spring and summer titles. Discover what everyone will be reading the next few months and which books are destined to be bestsellers. A limited number of advance reader copies (books not yet published), book club resources, and tote bags will be given away on a first come, first serve basis. All attendees need to register.
Tuesday
Move & Learn: Mice: 10 a.m. For ages 2-6. A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
Move & Learn: Mice: 11 a.m. For ages 2-6. A theme-based storytime featuring an age-appropriate story, songs, and learning activities, with a concentration on creative movement.
Keep Your Water Well: 6:30 p.m. For adults. This one-hour seminar will provide private well-owners with a better understanding of how to protect their health, and the health of their families and neighbors, by properly maintaining their wells and testing their drinking water. All attendees need to register.
Wednesday
Family Storytime: Mice: 10 a.m. For ages birth-8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Pajama Party Storytime: Mice: 6:45 p.m. For ages birth-8. 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.
Taneytown
10 Grand Drive, Taneytown
410-386-4510
Thursday
Family Storytime: Fish: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children
Wee Move! Music and More: 11 a.m. For ages 3-6. Join the fun with your child as we celebrate the joys of music with instruments, dancing, bean bags, streamers, and more. Only kids need to register.
Drop-In Knitting: 6:30 p.m. For adults. Please join us to share ideas, patterns, books, and projects.
Friday
Rube Goldberg Demo: 11 a.m. For all ages. In the spirit of Rube Goldberg, a cartoonist and inventor known for his comically complicated machines, we have been keeping laughter and invention alive at our branches this winter. Middle and high school students have created contraptions with the end goal of placing coins into a container. We invite the public to view these hilarious creations with live demonstrations.
Rube Goldberg Demo: 2 p.m. For all ages. In the spirit of Rube Goldberg, a cartoonist and inventor known for his comically complicated machines, we have been keeping laughter and invention alive at our branches this winter. Middle and high school students have created contraptions with the end goal of placing coins into a container. We invite the public to view these hilarious creations with live demonstrations.
Saturday
Crafts from the Past: 2 p.m. For ages 7-11. Register for this event. Corn husk dolls, toy boats, pinwheels...what toys might kids in the 1800s have made and played with? Take a trip into the past as we try out some of the crafts from the Living History Camp at the Carroll County Farm Museum. A Celebrating America program. Only kids need to register.
Sunday
Storytelling Sunday: Irish Shenanigans: 2 p.m. For all ages. Join the fun as Miss Renee tells funny Irish stories filled with mischief and fun-just in time for St. Patrick's Day. There will be three or four stories and a brief activity from 2-2:45 p.m.. A Celebrating America program.
Monday
Sensory Storytime: 11 a.m. For ages birth-8. This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free storytime. Only kids need to register.
Tuesday
Twos and Threes Together: Sheep: 9:45 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays and movement.
Wednesday
Ready, Set, School: Sheep: 9:45 a.m. For ages 3-6. An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills. All adult caregivers are welcome.
Read and Play: 11 a.m. For ages birth-24 months. 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.
Pajama Party Storytime: Sheep: 6:30 p.m. For ages birth-8. 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..
Westminster
50 E. Main St., Westminster
410-386-4490
Thursday
No special programs listed.
Friday
Rube Goldberg Demo Day: 2 p.m. For all ages. In the spirit of Rube Goldberg, a cartoonist and inventor known for his comically complicated machines, we have been keeping laughter and invention alive at our branches this winter. Middle and high school students have created contraptions with the end goal of placing coins into a container. We invite the public to view these hilarious creations with live demonstrations.
Rube Goldberg Demo Day: 4 p.m. For all ages. In the spirit of Rube Goldberg, a cartoonist and inventor known for his comically complicated machines, we have been keeping laughter and invention alive at our branches this winter. Middle and high school students have created contraptions with the end goal of placing coins into a container. We invite the public to view these hilarious creations with live demonstrations.
Saturday
No special programs listed.
Sunday
No special programs listed.
Monday
No special programs listed.
Tuesday
No special programs listed.
Wednesday
Make & Take Craft: Upcycled Woven Basket: 3 p.m. For ages 16-adults. Use recycled magazines to create a woven mini basket. All attendees need to register.
A few of our favorites
PAWS to Read
Saturday, 2 p.m., Finksburg branch. For ages 5-17. Come to the library and read a story to a book-loving dog. Research shows that children enjoy improving their reading skills by practicing the art of reading to animals. Registration preferred, but walk-ins welcome. Only kids need to register.
Crafts from the Past
Saturday, 2 p.m., Westminster branch. For ages 7-11. Register for this event. Corn husk dolls, toy boats, pinwheels...what toys might kids in the 1800s have made and played with? Take a trip into the past as we try out some of the crafts from the Living History Camp at the Carroll County Farm Museum. A Celebrating America program. Only kids need to register..
Leave It, Move It, Roll It, Take It: Know Your Employer Retirement Plan Options
Tuesday, 7 p.m., Eldersburg branch. For adults. When you're faced with a lump-sum distribution resulting from a layoff, job change, or retirement, it's important to know you have options about where to put your money. Together we'll learn about your options and how to select the one that makes the most sense for you. Presented by Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Suzanne M. Bradshaw, AAMS. All attendees need to register.
