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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, with accompanying caregiver. 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: All About Me: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3, with accompanying caregiver. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Point! Time: with Kahla: 4:30 p.m. For ages 8-adults. Drop-in for self-guided use of our makerspace resources on a first-come, first-served basis during our open hours. Check our website for a full list of the equipment and software available. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with children 12 and younger to explore their interests. The Nov. 7, 8 and 9 sessions are some of the many Maryland STEM Festival events across the state.
Friday
Joy of Discovery: Jewish Storytime: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-10. Part of the joy of discovery in the lives of young children lies in learning that not everyone is identical to them. Join us to discover stories and traditions from different religions, cultures, languages, skin colors, and family customs. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Only kids need to register. A Celebrating America program.
Point! Time: with Kahla: 1 p.m. For ages 8-adults. Drop-in for self-guided use of our makerspace resources on a first-come, first-served basis during our open hours. Check our website for a full list of the equipment and software available. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with children 12 and younger to explore their interests. The Nov. 7, 8 and 9 sessions are some of the many Maryland STEM Festival events across the state.
Saturday
Saturday Storytime: All About Me: 9:45 a.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Free Spirit Book Club: 2 p.m. For adults. Please join us for a discussion about our chosen book "All American Boys," by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely. September's discussion is one of many One Maryland One Book activities across the state and is in collaboration with the Maryland Humanities Council.
Mommy and Me Laughter Yoga: 2 p.m. For ages 3-12. In this unique class we will open up a space where we can laugh, be silly, and release the splendor of our inner child with our children who are already masters of laughing for no reason! We will tap into this infinite well of happiness, love, and laughter through a brief introduction, warm ups, laughter games, and relaxation. These classes will be kept laid back, appropriate, and engaging for all ages. Older children (like dads) are also warmly welcomed. Prerequisites: Some experience with laughter and a sense of humor preferred. All attendees need to register..
Sunday
Happy Grandparents Day: 2 p.m. For ages 3-8. Bring your grandparents or special person and celebrate Grandparents Day with us. We will have stories, activities, and a special craft. Children age 3 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Refreshments will be served. All attendees need to register.
Monday
Family Storytime: Forest: 9:45 a.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Family Storytime: Forest: 11 a.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Point! Time: with Jordan: 11 a.m. For ages 8-adults. Drop-in for self-guided use of our makerspace resources on a first-come, first-served basis during our open hours. Check our website for a full list of the equipment and software available. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with children 12 and younger to explore their interests. The Nov. 7, 8 and 9 sessions are some of the many Maryland STEM Festival events across the state.
Point! Time: with Kahla: 1 p.m. For ages 8-adults. Drop-in for self-guided use of our makerspace resources on a first-come, first-served basis during our open hours. Check our website for a full list of the equipment and software available. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with children 12 and younger to explore their interests. The Nov. 7, 8 and 9 sessions are some of the many Maryland STEM Festival events across the state.
Modern American History Lecture Series: 1960-1968: 2 p.m. For ages 10-adults. Join our guest lecturer, Gary Kavanagh for a four-week lecture series covering the period from the 1960 Kennedy/Nixon election contest through the end of the Clinton administration. This series will focus on the historical issues and events of 40-year period that has shaped the political environment of today. Gary Kavanagh is a retired federal employee. He holds a master's degree in modern history and diplomacy from George Washington University and has previously taught social studies in Prince George's County. A Celebrating America program. All attendees need to register.
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 (9/26, 10/24, & 11/21) we present the storytime. You must come to both meetings to earn three service learning hours.
Family Bingo: The Presidents: 7 p.m. For ages 8-adults. Test your presidential knowledge during this exciting election season. Celebrate with a few rounds of Presidential Bingo! Learn fun facts about the presidents and win prizes. A Celebrating America program.
Tuesday
Read and Play: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-24 months, with accompanying caregiver. 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.
Read and Play: 11 a.m. For ages birth-24 months, with accompanying caregiver. 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.
Point! Time: with Teresa: 2 p.m. For ages 8-adults. Drop-in for self-guided use of our makerspace resources on a first-come, first-served basis during our open hours. Check our website for a full list of the equipment and software available. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with children 12 and younger to explore their interests. The Nov. 7, 8 and 9 sessions are some of the many Maryland STEM Festival events across the state..
Wednesday
Read and Play: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-24 months, with accompanying caregiver. 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: Forest: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3, with accompanying caregiver. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Point! Time: with Angela: 3:30 p.m. For ages 8-adults. Drop-in for self-guided use of our makerspace resources on a first-come, first-served basis during our open hours. Check our website for a full list of the equipment and software available. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with children 12 and younger to explore their interests. The Nov. 7, 8 and 9 sessions are some of the many Maryland STEM Festival events across the state.
Point! Time: with Kahla: 4:30 p.m. For ages 8-adults. Drop-in for self-guided use of our makerspace resources on a first-come, first-served basis during our open hours. Check our website for a full list of the equipment and software available. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with children 12 and younger to explore their interests. The Nov. 7, 8 and 9 sessions are some of the many Maryland STEM Festival events across the state.
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.
Knit Wits: 7 p.m. For ages 11-adults. Beginners, please bring a light-colored, worsted yarn and size 8 needles to the class. If you know how to knit, please come and bring your project.
Finksburg
2265 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg
410-386-4505
Thursday
Twos and Threes Together: School Days: 9:45 a.m. For ages 2-3, with accompanying caregiver. 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, with accompanying caregiver. 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.
Robot Racers: 6 p.m. For ages 11-17. On your mark, get set, Robo-Go. Create a robot racer with Cubelets and design a racetrack for Ozobots. How fast can you go?
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 the second Friday of every month for some quilting fun.
Saturday
Shout Out To All Future Girl Scouts: 9:30 a.m. For all ages. Have some fun with us learning games, crafts, and songs that will show you what Girl Scouts is all about! Join in the fun outside the Finksburg Library from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturday, Sept. 10, weather permitting. (Rain date: Sept. 24th). Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Carroll County Chapter of the Maryland Writers' Association Presents: Toby Devens: 1 p.m. For adults. Join author Toby Devens as we learn about her devotion to research and the ways in which it adds richness and texture to a fictional narrative. Refreshments will be provided.
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
Closed.
Monday
Parachute Play Storytime: 11 a.m. For ages 2-6. Register for this event. Join us for stories, songs, and activities with a parachute. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Roald Dahl's 100th Birthday Celebration: 1:30 p.m. For ages 5-adults. Come celebrate Roald Dahl's 100th birthday eve with us. We'll have crafts, activities, and even refreshments, all based on his wonderful books. Refreshments will be served.
Tuesday
Read and Play: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-24 months, with accompanying caregiver. 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: Moms: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3, with accompanying caregiver. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays and movement.
Ready, Set, School: Moms: 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: Fitness and Peace: 6:30 p.m. For adults. Beloved instructor, Syeda Khan, returns this fall for six free yoga sessions. Register to assure a place. Walk-ins at 6:30 are welcome, if there is room. In fine weather, we will meet on the lawn and everyone on the waiting list will be moved up to registered status. This decision will be made by 4:30 p.m. on the day of the program. This program is sponsored by the Roaring Run Lions Club and Reese Volunteer Fire Hall.
Wednesday
Family Storytime: Moms: 9:45 a.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Family Storytime: Moms: 11 a.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Pajama Party Storytime: Moms: 6:30 p.m. For all ages. Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime, open to all ages, introduces stories through books, songs, and activities. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Mount Airy
705 Ridge Ave., Mount Airy
410-386-4470, 301-829-5290
Thursday
Twos and Threes Together: Pets: 10 a.m. For ages 2-3, with accompanying caregiver. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Tinkerlab: It's Dark in Here: 2 p.m. For ages 2-5. Have you ever used a light table before or know how to make your own at home? Come and explore how light and darkness can affect what you see in your world through hands-on activities and a craft. The Tinkerlab series will provide playful activities that encourage tinkering, curiosity, and creative thinking. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Friday
Ready, Set, School: Pets: 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: Pets: 11 a.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Memory Writing: 2 p.m. For adults. Join us once a month as we recall fond memories and free-write, creating a journal for others and ourselves to enjoy. Each session holds a different topic.
Saturday
Saturday Storytime: Pets: 11 a.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Stockings for Soldiers: 1 p.m. For all ages. Treats for Troops is a local group that sends monthly care packages to our troops overseas. Come help us make cards and sew stockings to send for the holiday season. Help us reach our goal of 100 cards and 50 stockings. All supplies provided.
Sunday
Closed.
Monday
Read and Play: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-24 months, with accompanying caregiver. 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: Dads: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3, with accompanying caregiver. 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: Dads: 10 a.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Family Storytime: Dads: 11 a.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Blood Suckers: Beat the Bite or Don't Give Blood: 6:30 p.m. For adults. Worried about mosquitoes and the diseases they transmit? Join Steve Allgeier, Home Horticulture Educator and Master Gardener Coordinator for the University of Maryland, Carroll County Extension Office for a research-based presentation on how to avoid mosquito bites and how to reduce their populations around your home. Learn mosquito biology, how to protect your yard and eliminate neighborhood populations, and about effective personal protection products and strategies. Steve will dispel myths and present new research on mosquito control and products.
Wednesday
Read and Play: 9:45 a.m. For ages birth-24 months, with accompanying caregiver. 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: Dads: 11 a.m. For ages 2-3, with accompanying caregiver. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
North Carroll
2255 Hanover Pike, Greenmount
410-386-4480
Thursday
Family Storytime: Reptiles: 10 a.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
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, with accompanying caregiver. 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
Engineering Saturday with KEVA Planks: 1-3 p.m. For ages 5-adults. Have fun while playing a stacking game, completing a bridge challenge, or creating a two-dimensional design. You can think like an architect and build a tower as tall as yourself. Children who play with blocks tend to do better in mathematics and science. Physically handling the blocks builds a fundamental understanding of quantities, equality, and geometry.
Sunday
Closed.
Monday
Come Learn with Me @ the Library: Math: Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons: 10:30 a.m. For ages 2-5. This is a program focused on kindergarten readiness where children and their caretakers learn and play together. The program features a 15-minute interactive storytime followed by several stations that encourage the development of school readiness skills in children. Stations may include art, mathematics, language and literacy, science, hands-on explorations, and many opportunities for play and social interactions. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
North Carroll Writers Group: 6:30 p.m. For adults. Interested in writing? Want to meet others who are too? The NCWG is dedicated to helping people improve their writing. Each session features a short exercise to focus on a specific writing technique, quiet time to work on your draft, and an opportunity to share your creativity in a non-judgmental atmosphere. If you would like to become involved, please join the NCWG, where your talent and love for writing can develop and thrive.
Tuesday
Move & Learn: Food: 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. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver
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 my an interactive Q&A session. Yes, bring the kids, as there will be activities for them as well.
Wednesday
Family Storytime: Food: 10 a.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
North Carroll Senior Book Discussion Group:: 11 a.m. For adults. Join us for a lively discussion of this month's book, "All American Boys," by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely, at the North Carroll Senior Center. All opinions count and new members are welcome. September's discussion is one of many One Maryland One Book activities across the state and is in collaboration with the Maryland Humanities Council.
Pajama Party Storytime: Food: 6:45 p.m. For all ages. Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime, open to all ages, introduces stories through books, songs, and activities. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Taneytown
10 Grand Drive, Taneytown
410-386-4510
Thursday
Family Storytime: Clothes: 9:45 a.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Music and More: 11 a.m. For ages 3-6. Register for this event. Join the fun with your child as we celebrate the joys of music with instruments, dancing, bean bags, streamers, and more! With an accompanying caregiver; only kids need to register.
Drop-In Knitting: 6:30 p.m. For adults. Please join us to share ideas, patterns, books, and projects. Beginners, please bring size 8 needles and light colored, worsted weight yarn-look for #4 on the label.
Friday
The Maryland Zoo Presents: Storytime with the Zoo: 9:45 a.m. For ages 2-6. Register for this event. The ZOOmobile is coming to bring a story to life! You'll enjoy an interactive reading of a wildlife-themed children's book followed by a craft and a visit from a real animal ambassador. Presented by the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore with funding from The Kahlert Foundation. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Only kids need to register.
Saturday
No special programs listed.
Sunday
Closed.
Monday
No special programs listed.
Tuesday
Twos and Threes Together: Farm: 9:45 a.m. For ages 2-3, with accompanying caregiver. This lively, fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Wednesday
Ready, Set, School: Farm: 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, with accompanying caregiver. 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: Farm: 6:30 p.m. For all ages. Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime, open to all ages, introduces stories through books, songs, and activities. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Westminster
50 E. Main St., Westminster
410-386-4490
Thursday
Twos and Threes Together: In the Sky: 10 a.m. For ages 2-3, with accompanying caregiver. 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, with accompanying caregiver. 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: In the Sky: 1 p.m. For all ages. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Friday
Play Baby Play: 10 a.m. For ages birth-24 months, with accompanying caregiver. You're invited to a morning playgroup just for little ones. Come enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play with our toys, read a board book, enjoy music, and socialize with others.
Crafternoon: Noon. For ages 16-adults. Are you a crafter? Join us for a relaxing, crafting afternoon. This is an informal gathering where you can work on your own projects, meet other crafters, and get inspired! Coloring, crochet, embroidery, knitting, sewing...any portable handcraft goes.
Saturday
Pixel Crafting with Fusible Beads: 11 a.m. For ages 6-12. The quirky world of pixel art will come to life as we design and make objects with fusible craft beads.
CCPL Presents: Rachel Muller: 1 p.m. For ages 15-adults. Join local author Rachel Muller as she shares the inspiration and the local influences behind her WWII historical fiction series, Love & War. Historical artifacts of the period will be on display. Books will be available for purchase and signing and a brief Q&A will follow the presentation. Muller is excited to announce the release of the third and final title in the Love & War series, Phillip's War. When Marine Sergeant Phillip Johnson returns from the Pacific in the winter of 1946, no one could be happier than the gal that's stuck with him through the duration -- his Libby. But after the homecoming festivities have calmed, Libby senses something is wrong. Will Libby and Phillip find the healing needed to restore their marriage? Or will their love sink in the midst of Phillip's inward war? A Celebrating America program.
Sunday
No special programs listed.
Monday
Read and Play: 9:30 a.m. For ages birth-24 months, with accompanying caregiver. 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: Colors: 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!: Colors: 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! Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Read and Play: 11 a.m. For ages birth-24 months, with accompanying caregiver. 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: Colors: 7 p.m. For all ages. Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime, open to all ages, introduces stories through books, songs, and activities. Children 3 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Wednesday
Twos and Threes Together: Colors: 10 a.m. For ages 2-3, with accompanying caregiver. 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, with accompanying caregiver. 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.
Medicare 102: 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. Medicare 102 covers the four parts of Medicare with a special focus on the Medigap plans. Learn about the different medigap plans and your period of Guaranteed Issue Rights. These secondary/supplemental plans can cover the deductibles and co-insurances not covered by Medicare. We will cover the Medicare Savings Programs (not all programs are low-income programs!) and healthcare fraud. Presented by Carroll County's SHIP/SMP program.
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CCPL Presents: Rachel Muller
1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, Westminster branch. For ages 15-adults. Join local author Rachel Muller as she shares the inspiration and the local influences behind her WWII historical fiction series, Love & War. Historical artifacts of the period will be on display. Books will be available for purchase and signing and a brief Q&A will follow the presentation. Muller is excited to announce the release of the third and final title in the Love & War series, Phillip's War. When Marine Sergeant Phillip Johnson returns from the Pacific in the winter of 1946, no one could be happier than the gal that's stuck with him through the duration -- his Libby. But after the homecoming festivities have calmed, Libby senses something is wrong. Will Libby and Phillip find the healing needed to restore their marriage? Or will their love sink in the midst of Phillip's inward war? A Celebrating America program.
Stockings for Soldiers
1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, Mount Airy branch. For all ages. Treats for Troops is a local group that sends monthly care packages to our troops overseas. Come help us make cards and sew stockings to send for the holiday season. Help us reach our goal of 100 cards and 50 stockings. All supplies provided.
Engineering Saturday with KEVA Planks
1-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, North Carroll branch. For ages 5-adults. Have fun while playing a stacking game, completing a bridge challenge, or creating a two-dimensional design. You can think like an architect and build a tower as tall as yourself. Children who play with blocks tend to do better in mathematics and science. Physically handling the blocks builds a fundamental understanding of quantities, equality, and geometry.