Hampstead & Manchester

For all ages. Storyteller Beth Rebert's delightful presentation of this heart-warming holiday tale is sure to enchant children of all ages! Come dressed in your PJs as this magical story unfolds.

For ages 4 - 10. Join the fun and get those little ones moving with Mr. Chris, the Exercise Elf. He will work on holiday-themed individual fitness with a scarf, ball, beanbag, and hula hoops. Then you can take on PE holiday-themed stations.

For ages 6 - 12. Join us to make a couple of holiday gnomes that resemble St. Nick! Gnomes are said to bring good luck, happiness, warmth, and a little bit of magic for the new year! Registration required. Visit site for details.

For ages 4 - 12. Nicole Osborne presents an exciting line-up of exotic reptiles in this interactive program - with a chance to hold/touch the reptiles! Learn about reptile care, fun facts, and more!

For ages 4 - 12. Read to a puppy from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program! Reading to a dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially for struggling readers.

For Adults. Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas. This month's selection is The Huntress by Kate Quinn.

For Adults. One in three Americans has prediabetes. Do you? Prediabetes increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. But there is good news. Most prediabetes can be delayed or even reversed! This information session will go over the proven lifestyle changes you can make to delay or reduce your risk of […]

For Adults. This talk will offer tips on how to finish your winter chores like pruning and then prepare for spring. Visit site for details.

For Adults. Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas. This month's selection is Miss Benson's Beetle by Rachel Joyce.

For all ages. Get together at the library for a fun social time for you and your children. We'll provide the space, toys, and activities, you provide the fun. Play is an important part of developing early literacy skills. Learn and make new friends at the same time!

For ages 11 - 17. We'll provide the materials you need to make a no-sew worry pet to take home with you. Registration is required. Visit site for details.

For Adults. Do you enjoy reading and talking about book? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas. This month's selection is "Migrations" by Charlotte McConaghy.

For Adults. Join the Master Gardeners to learn about the differences between hybrid and heirloom varieties of tomatoes. Get excited about growing tomatoes that you can save seeds from and enjoy for years to come! This class will prepare gardeners for tomato season and share an invitation to the Master Gardener Heirloom Tomato Festival.

For Adults. Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas. This month's selection is Bel Canto, by Anne Patchett.

Join community members in supporting McDaniel student-athletes at this annual golf tournament. Register at www.mcdaniel.edu/GreenGoldGolf22.

For all ages. Stop by for coffee and conversations with Andrea Berstler, Executive Director of Carroll County Public Library. Have coffee with Andrea and an open discussion on the library and what our plans are for the future. We will be out on the main floor of the branch. Refreshments will be served.

For Adults. Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas. This month's selection is One Italian Summer by Rebecca Serle.

For ages 11 - 17. Do you enjoy the magical world of Harry Potter? Join us to design your own wand, create Siren's Tears, and more. Registration is required. Visit site for details.

For all ages. Playback Theatre is an interactive form of improv. Volunteers from the audience will have the opportunity to tell us about their favorite summer memories, which the actors then perform using various formats. Join us for an unforgettable evening of sharing memories and watching the come to life before your eyes!

For Adults. Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas. This month's selection is The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett.

For Adults. Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas. This month's selection is Horse, by Geraldine Brooks.

For Adults. Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas. This month's title is the 2023 One Maryland One Book selection, There There, by Tommy Orange.

Community Yard & Craft Sale Outside Parking Lot 8am-2pm Rain or Shine

For all ages. Begin April with some outdoor farm fun! Meet farm animals and their 4-H owners to learn about their projects. There will be a tractor and an implement for you to explore and learn about. Then, plant a plant for you to grow this spring.

For all ages. Learn what a solar eclipse is, make a special viewing device, and receive a pair of special approved solar eclipse viewing glasses (available while supplies last).

Join community members in supporting McDaniel student-athletes at this annual golf tournament. Register at www.mcdaniel.edu/gggc2024.

For all ages. Potomac Community Services provides mental health case management therapy services to youth and adults in Carroll County at no cost to you. Stop by to meet with staff, discuss service eligibility, and complete initial paperwork. Let us help you work through barriers to achieving your goals!

For ages 3 - 8. Embark on a thrilling journey with our Adventure Begins at Your Library summer fitness camp! This action-packed program led by the dynamic Mr. Chris features 10 exhilarating stations incorporating throwing, catching, tossing, kicking, rolling, and navigating through an obstacle course. Join us at the library for an unforgettable experience where […]

For Adults. Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas. This month's selection is French Braid, by Anne Tyler.

For ages 11 - 17. Join us to create and assemble your own junk journal. We'll provide a variety of recycled materials for you to make your very own creation out of. Registration requested. Visit site for details.

For ages 8 - 12. Prepare for BLAST OFF! We will be creating and testing several types of rockets. Registration required. Visit site for details.

For Adults. Join Carroll County Workforce Development for a pop-up event at CCPL's North Carroll Branch! Learn about free career services, opportunities for free training, updating your resume, and getting connected to employers.

For Adults. Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us for a sharing of good books and ideas. This month's selection is Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano.

Friday, September 13, 2024 6:15 p.m. - coffee and desserts 7 p.m. - Ted Lowe! Embrace the Thrill of “Unlucky” Friday the 13th! Turn the superstition of Friday the 13th into your lucky day! Join us for the for US Date Night With Ted Lowe, this fall’s most exciting community date night. Come to Crossroads […]

For ages 11 - 17. Join us to make your creation out of air-dry clay. We will provide the clay and shaping tools while you provide your creativity. Registration required. Visit site for details.

For ages 13 - Adult. The library is more than just books. It's a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers to join us for games, crafts, music, and more. Registration required. Visit site for details.

For ages 11 - 17. Join us to make bracelets and necklaces from washers, create wire-wrapped pendants and more! Registration required. Visit site for details.