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: Chicks & Chickens: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Gentle Yoga: 7 p.m. For ages 13-adults. This gentle yoga class is designed to allow students of varying abilities and physical conditions to comfortably develop his or her own yoga practice. There are many appealing aspects to yoga, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, as well as stress relief and pain relief. No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing, bring a mat, and a blanket. All attendees need to register.
Fridays
Free Hearing Screening: 9 a.m. For ages 3-adults. Drop by the Eldersburg Branch for a free hearing screening for adults and children, at least 3 years of age, offered in partnership with the Lions Club Healthy Hearing and Balance. No appointments are needed
Tinker Tots: 10 a.m. For ages 2-5. A little push, a twist, a turn. Keep those little fingers busy and experimenting in our library Tinkertown. Fun, playful activities will engage the mind and body as your child builds his/her fine motor skills and creativity. Refreshments will be served. Only kids need to register.
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.
Visual Codes: 2 p.m. For ages 14-adults. If you think a bar code is just a bunch of stripes, think again. Join local mathematician and inventor Jan Smid to explore the amazing properties and artistic value of visual codes in this workshop all about functional computer graphics like bar codes and QR codes. All attendees need to register.
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.
Peaceful Melodies: Elaine Bryant: 2 p.m. For all ages. Enjoy the soothing sounds of piano or harp, as our local performers fill the library with beautiful calming music. This program is sponsored in part by a Community Arts Development Grant from the Carroll County Arts Council and the Maryland State Arts Council.
Monday
Family Storytime: Bunnies: 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: Bunnies: 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.
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.
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.
Preschool Art in the Afternoon: 2:30 p.m. For ages 3-5. Come join us for an afternoon of creativity. We will paint, draw, and create. Everything you need to create a work of art will be provided. Only kids need to register.
Bereavement Support Group: 6:30 p.m. For adults. This program will focus on counseling those who have lost someone close to them. This group is open to all grieving people in the community. It will focus on discussion and healing, using counseling, music, writing, and other interaction. Remember: you are not alone. This group is hosted by Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care.
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: Bunnies: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Green Screen: Movie Posters: 2 p.m. For ages 11-17. Join us in the Exploration Point to picture yourself famous. We'll use the green screen and photo editing software to create digital movie posters where you are the star. All attendees need to register.
Septic Care: Important Information for Homeowners: 7 p.m. For adults. George Schooley, certified septic system installer, inspector, and founder of Legacy Septic & Excavation, will share how to maintain your septic system to keep it working properly, helping you protect your home and family. Questions regarding BAT systems, sand mounds, and other new technology will also be addressed. Schooley will provide a brief presentation on the care of septic systems, followed by an interactive Q&A session.
Finksburg
2265 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg
410-386-4505
Thursday
No special programs listed.
Friday
No special programs listed.
Saturday
Volunteer Fair: 11 a.m. For ages 12-adults. Want to make a difference in your community? Help us to kick off National Volunteer Month by stopping by our Volunteer Fair. Representatives from NESAP, CC Mediation Center, Shepherd's Staff, and more will be here to answer questions and offer opportunities for you to help.
Sunday
No special programs listed.
Monday
Alphabet Train: Letter M and N: 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
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: On the Road: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Ready, Set, School: On the Road: 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.
The Interfaith Community of Carroll County: 6:30 p.m. For adults. Join the Interfaith Community of Carroll County as they facilitate discussions on a wide range of religious topics. In April's meeting, Juan Sebastian Boston will lead a discussion on Native American spirituality.
Wednesday
Family Storytime: On the Road: 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.
Dating/Marital Violence Education Group: 6 p.m. For adults. In this group you can develop a safety plan, learn about domestic violence myths and facts, explore self-care tactics, and discover relationship violence red flags. Presented by Family and Children's Services of Central Maryland, this free group is open to women survivors, ages 18 and older. Men and individuals under 18 years old who are interested in an Education Group should call 410-876-1233 for additional services.
Pajama Party Storytime: On the Road: 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: Ducks: 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: Ducks: 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: 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.
Robots and Mazes: 2:30 p.m. For ages 7-14. What's better than a tricky, challenging maze? Navigating through it with robots, of course! Learn how to steer Ozobot and Sphero robots through mazes and past obstacles. Only kids need to register.
Saturday
Saturday 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.
Sunday
Poetry Slam and Party: 2 p.m. For ages 11-adults. Join us as we celebrate National Poetry Month. Bring your favorite poem to read to the group or bring an original piece. Feel free to talk about the poem or just recite and return to the audience. This is all about celebrating poetry at its best! Refreshments will be served.
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: Sweet Treats: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Tuesday
Family Storytime: Sweet Treats: 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: Sweet Treats: 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.
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: Sweet Treats: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Robots and Mazes: 2:30 p.m. For ages 7-14. What's better than a tricky, challenging maze? Navigating through it with robots, of course. Learn how to steer Ozobot and Sphero robots through mazes and past obstacles. Only kids need to register.
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 over 50 government, non-profit, business, and faith-based groups with an interest in ending homelessness in Carroll County.
North Carroll
2255 Hanover Pike, Greenmount
410-386-4480
Thursday
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.
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.
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.
North Carroll Knitters Night: 7 p.m. For adults. Knitters and crocheters are all welcome to join this semi-monthly gathering to share tips, projects, and patterns.
Tuesday
Teen Writing Group: 7 p.m. For ages 11-17. Attention teen writers. Here is your opportunity to share your individual writing with others, or work together to craft a new story. Be prepared to talk about characters, plots, and settings.
Wednesday
Pajama Party Storytime: Shapes: 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: Mice: 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
Drop-In Knitting: 6:30 p.m. For adults. Please join us to share ideas, patterns, books, and projects.
Friday
No special programs listed.
Saturday
It Could Be Worse Puppet Show: 11 a.m. For all ages. Join the Grannies of Carroll Vista as they present a humorous puppet show based on a classic folktale. Bring the family. This special program will delight and amuse all ages. All attendees need to register.
Sunday
Spring Things Egg Hunt: 2 p.m. For ages 1-4. Register for this event. Bring your toddler and join the special fun decorating eggs, making crafts, joining an egg race, and hunting for eggs.
Monday
No special programs listed.
Tuesday
Twos and Threes Together: Favorites: 9:45 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? Stop in and share your opinions with the library staff about books, music, movies, and programs that you'd like to see at the Taneytown Branch. Refreshments will be served.
Wednesday
Ready, Set, School: Favorites: 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.
Teen Tech Time @ Taneytown: 4 p.m. For ages 11-17. We're going to have a bonanza of technology for you to enjoy. We're going to have a VR game system, 3Doodler Starts, Ozobots, LittleBits, Strawbees, and a deconstruction station where you can take apart and examine various pieces of technology, so stop on by if you want to try out some new and exciting technology.
Westminster
50 E. Main St., Westminster
410-386-4490
Thursday
Twos and Threes Together: Sheep: 10 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.
Family Storytime: Sheep: 1 p.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.
Wanna Be a Knitter?: 3:30 p.m. For adults. Register for this event. This is a three-session knitting class in which you will learn to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. In the first class you will learn to cast on and knit, as you begin knitting a washcloth. In the second class you will bring your washcloth back with you and use it to learn to purl. In the third class you will learn to bind off your knitted/purled stitches to complete the washcloth. All supplies provided.
Friday
No special programs listed.
Saturday
Kinderconcerts: Musicians of Bremen: 10:30 a.m. For ages 2-7. Join us for a violin and piano concert followed by a storytime and a chance to explore some instruments yourself.
Sensory Storytime: 2 p.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.
Sunday
The Wine Tasting Experience: 3 p.m. For adults. Start your Westminster Wine Stroll experience at the library where Siema Wines specialist Rachel Lipman will explain wine tasting with an interactive discussion to help you get the most out of your stroll. Learn how to taste and evaluate wines as Rachel shares her passion with you. The Wine Stroll begins at 4 p.m., with tickets available at 2:30 p.m. Full details for the stroll at the http://www.westminstermd.gov/winestroll. A Celebrating America program.
Monday
Read and Play: 9:30 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.
Ready, Set, School: Bugs: 10:30 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.
Teen Advisory Board: 3:30 p.m. For ages 12-17. Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board. Meetings will start with snacks at 3:30 p.m., then we'll get down to business around 3:45 p.m. Need service hours? We've got those too. Refreshments will be served.
Tuesday
Let's Move: Bugs: 10 a.m. For ages 2-5. Our regular, theme-based storytime with a twist, 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.
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: Bugs: 7 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.
Wednesday
Twos and Threes Together: Bugs: 10 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.
Art Meets Science: 3 p.m. For ages 7-12. We will use the science of color mixing to produce our own paints, then create a masterpiece to take home. Only kids need to register.
Medicare 101: 5 p.m. For adults. Are you or someone you care about eligible for Medicare? Come and find out how to get the most out of your Medicare health benefits. There are many decisions to make when you are eligible for Medicare. We will cover the four parts of Medicare (Parts A, B, C, and D) and how they work, Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans, preventive services, and how to protect yourself from healthcare fraud. We also will cover the Medicare Savings Programs, which are not all low-income programs. Presented by Carroll County's SHIP/SMP program.
Westminster Book Discussion Group: "Black-Eyed Susans," by Julia Heaberlin: 6:30 p.m. For adults. Please join us for a fun and exciting discussion of each month's featured title. New participants are always welcome.
A few of our favorites
It Could Be Worse Puppet Show
Saturday, 11 a.m., Taneytown branch. For all ages. Join the Grannies of Carroll Vista as they present a humorous puppet show based on a classic folktale. Bring the family. This special program will delight and amuse all ages. All attendees need to register.
Petry Slam and Party
Sunday, 2 p.m., Mount Airy branch. For ages 11-adults. Join us as we celebrate National Poetry Month. Bring your favorite poem to read to the group or bring an original piece. Feel free to talk about the poem or just recite and return to the audience. This is all about celebrating poetry at its best! Refreshments will be served.
The Wine Tasting Experiece.
Sunday, 3 p.m., Westminster branch. For adults. Start your Westminster Wine Stroll experience at the library where Siema Wines specialist Rachel Lipman will explain wine tasting with an interactive discussion to help you get the most out of your stroll. Learn how to taste and evaluate wines as Rachel shares her passion with you. The Wine Stroll begins at 4 p.m., with tickets available at 2:30 p.m. Full details for the stroll at www.westminstermd.gov/winestroll. A Celebrating America program.
