Homegrown National Park® with Douglas Tallamy

Exploration Commons 50 East Main Street Westminster, MD 21157 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, United States

For ages 16 - Adults. Join Douglas Tallamy, author of Nature's Best Hope, for a virtual presentation on Homegrown National Park®, a grassroots call-to-action to regenerate biodiversity and ecosystem function. Register to attend the watch party at Exploration Commons at 50 East or watch virtually. Registration is required. Visit site for details.

Plant Swap

Carroll County Public Library, Westminster Branch, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For all ages. Do you have an overabundance of plants? Do your houseplants keep making babies? Well then, this event is for you1 Bring one or more pest-free plants to trade. They can be potted (recycled material suggested), cuttings, or with bare roots.

Free

Healthy Sleep Habits for Caregivers and their Loved Ones

Carroll Community College Bollinger Family conference Center (room k100) 1601 Washington Road, Westminster

FREE class offered by The Bureau of Aging & Disabilities in partnership with Carroll Community College. Learn about sleep patterns, sleep techniques, sleep hygiene and ways to improve sleep for your loved one: • Stages of sleep • Sleep hygiene practices • Ways to improve sleep • Coping with sleep disorders Continental Breakfast Provided. No […]

Free

Westminster Branch Teen Advisory Board

Carroll County Public Library, Westminster Branch, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For ages 12 - 17. Calling all teens looking for leadership roles in planning library programs. We want you for our Teen Advisory Board! Need service hours? We've got those too! Participants can join us in person or log in virtually through Zoom by registering. Visit site for details.

Free

Summer Reads: Amiee Gibbs

Exploration Commons 50 East Main Street Westminster, MD 21157 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, United States

For Adults. Amiee Gibbs grew up in rural Maryland where she still lives on an allegedly haunted road but has dreams of running away to Ireland. She has worked for Penguin Random House for 13 years as a Sales Manager for independent bookstores across New England, New York, and the West Coast. Her first novel, […]

Movies at McDaniel

McDaniel College 2 College Hill, Roj Center - Lower level, Westminster, MD, United States

McDaniel College President Julia Jasken hosts an outdoor movie night to welcome the community to McDaniel’s campus. This free family-friendly event features Disney’s “Encanto” along with glow giveaways. Refreshments will be available for purchase from McDaniel College concessions starting at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at approximately 8:30 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring their own […]

Free

Summer Reads: Tracey Enerson Wood

Exploration Commons At 50 East, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For Adults. Tracey Enerson Wood is a published playwright whose family is steeped in military tradition. Her novels include The Engineer's Wife and The War Nurse. Her latest, The President's Wife, is the incredible story of the First Lady who clandestinely assumed the presidency to protect her husband and her country at all costs. Books […]

Free

Maryland SummerFest

Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 South Center St, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

The Official Maryland SummerFest will be hosted at the historical Carroll County Farm Museum in Westminster, MD 🔆 Bringing to you a mashup of top notch artists and bands, local foodies, the best local wineries and breweries, and many unique vendors to shop from 🎸

Delicious Falafel

Exploration Commons At 50 East, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For ages 16 - Adults. In this hands-on class, we'll make and enjoy delicious falafel with a creamy tahini sauce. This event requires a payment of $10.00 per registrant to attend. Registration is required. Visit site for details.

$10.00

Computer Basics with Goodwill Industries of Monocacy Valley

Carroll County Public Library, Westminster Branch, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For Adults. Need to upgrade your computer skills? Our three-day digital literacy program will provide you with the technical skills needed to level up your career or computer use! It's more than an online class; you will earn a nationally recognized certification (Northstar Digital Literary Certificate) demonstrating your new digital literacy skils. Registration is required. […]

Preparing for Marriage

Carroll Nonprofit Center 255 Clifton Blvd, Westminster, MD, United States

Marriage is a journey, filled with highs, lows, and all the in-betweens. With the right tools, there’s nothing two people in love can’t conquer together. So, if you’re engaged, seriously dating, or a recently-married couple, this day is for you! Key topics to be covered include: communication and conflict management, family dynamics, intimacy and affection, […]

$99.

Cook the Book: Trisha’s Table

Exploration Commons At 50 East, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For Adults. Join CCPL's Westminster Branch staff members, Tina Mawhinney, Joy Zimmer, and the Exploration Commons Teaching Kitchen for Cook the Book! This program features Trisha's Table: My Feel-Good Favorites for a Balanced Life, by Trisha Yearwood and Beth Yearwood Bernard. We'll start by making Trisha's Granola Parfait and Spinach Frittata, then discuss other recipes […]

$8.00

Sewing: Embroidery Machine Basics

Exploration Commons At 50 East, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For ages 16 - Adults. Get familiar with embroidery machines and the tools and materials you need to create a successful project. Through both lecture and demonstration, learn about Exploration Commons' Bernina 535E Embroidery Mache, types of hoops and stabilizers, and use embroidery motifs. Attendees may schedule an appointment to complete the Embroidery Machine Independent […]

Box Lunch Talk: Manchester’s Cigar Industry

Grace Lutheran Church, 21 Carroll Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

The Historical Society of Carroll County presents the renowned Carroll County historian Joe Getty as he shares his extensive research and writing on the history of the Manchester cigar industry. He will share his latest discoveries in this not-to-be-missed look at one of Carroll County’s most unusual industries. Please check in when you arrive! The […]

Mission Possible Family Event

Bear Branch Nature Center 300 John Owings Road, Westminster

Every family needs a fun “time-out” day out together! Celebrate National Family Day with MREC and create lasting memories at this year’s Mission Possible Family Event. The cost of $10 per family includes: Bear Branch Nature Center exhibits A uniquely-designed scavenger hunt Lawn games Play equipment A light dinner A family challenge and even more […]

$10

Chamber Music on the Hill with the Maryland State Boychoir

Baker Chapel

Chamber Music on the Hill, in residence at McDaniel College, presents a concert by the Maryland State Boychoir. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and veterans, and free for children, as well as students with valid ID. Tickets may be purchased at the door or online. Visit www.facebook.com/CMOTH or call 443-974-6374 for ticket […]

The Illustrated Human

Carroll Communty College, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

The Illustrated Human* showcases the creative talent of tattoo artists beyond the canvas of skin and the diverse dialogues therein. Tattoo artists working in distinctive styles from across the U.S. are featured, with a specific focus on regional artists. *The exhibition title references Ray Bradbury’s famous short story collection, The Illustrated Man, wherein the narrator […]

Free

Fall Festival & Yard Sale

Meadow Branch Church of the Brethren, 818 Old Taneytown Road, Westminster, MD, 21158, United States

Fun for ALL Ages!!! ·       Little Donnie’s BBQ (truck) ·       The Daily Crepe (truck) ·       Snowball Waterfalls (truck) ·       Extreme Balloon Man(11am) ·       Full Gospel Boogie Band(1pm) ·       Joyful Noise Band(9:30am) ·       Bake Sale ·       Bounce House, Games & More ·       Yard Sales, Vendors, Non-Profits

Battle of the Books First Chapter: Cookies & Milk by Shawn Amos

Carroll County Public Library, Westminster Branch, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For ages 8 - 12. Are you interested in participating in the Battle of the Books? Would you like some additional information about the titles on this year's elementary book list? Join us on Wednesday nights this fall as we listen to the first chapter of one of the books. There will be time to […]

Alon Nechushtan Piano Masterclass

Carroll Communty College, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Come watch and learn as Alon Nechushtan instructs CCC piano students in a masterclass setting before his evening concert. “Nechushtan is a talent to watch, with a surfeit of ideas, an unbridled spirit and bold, two fisted sense of architecture” —Downbeat Magazine Alon Nechushtan’s musical adventures have brought him to far corners such as the […]

Free

Alon Nechushtan Ensemble: Time Went On

Carroll Community College Scott Theatre, 1601 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Alon Nechushtan Ensemble: Time Went On Nechushtan is a talent to watch, with a surfeit of ideas, an unbridled spirit and bold, two-fisted sense of architecture.” —Downbeat Magazine Time Went On is an exciting new song cycle combining key moments in recent history that deal with emotions, observations, fears, aspirations and the changing times we […]

Free

Monday Night Music

Coley Rice Lounge, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, 21157, United States

Enjoy an evening of music featuring McDaniel College music department faculty.

Box Lunch Talk: Telling Isaiah’s Story

Grace Lutheran Church, 21 Carroll Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Mary Ann Ashcraft follows the journey of Carroll County native Isaiah Lightner from Union Bridge to Civil War battlefields, to an Indian reservation, and finally to a farm along Nebraska’s Platte River. Years of research and interactions with Lightner descendants have uncovered the twists and turns in the Lightner’s life. Please check in when you […]

Paranormal Investigation

The Historical Society of Carroll County 210 Main Street, Westminster, MD, United States

Have you heard the tales of the ghosts of Cockey’s Tavern? Haunted portrait, footsteps, voices and more! Join HSCC and the Mid-Atlantic Paranormal Project (MAPP) as we investigate Cockey’s and the never before investigated Sherman-Fisher-Shellman house on October 21st. Learn the fascinating history of the buildings and explore with professional paranormal investigators two of Westminster’s […]

$40.00

Diverse Voices Book Club: There There

Carroll County Public Library, Westminster Branch, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For ages 16 - Adult. Join us for a monthly book discussion focusing on a diverse author's work. Each month we will select a young adult or adult title written by an author from a diverse background so we can learn from others' perspectives. Our October selection is the 2023 One Maryland One Book title, […]

NakedEye Ensemble: Looking Inward Facing Out

Carroll Community College Scott Theatre, 1601 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

NakedEye Ensemble: Looking Inward Facing Out NakedEye Ensemble is an electro-acoustic band with classical, rock and jazz DNA. Based out of Lancaster, PA, they commission work from young emerging composers such as Angélica Negrón, Molly Joyce, Florent Ghys and Monica Pearce, as well as established composers such as Jerome Kitzke, Randall Woolf and Zack Browning. […]

Free

Nora Sturges

Peterson Hall, 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Baltimore-based painter Nora Sturges explores the transformation of visual environments in both practical and unintentional ways. Sturges, who graduated with a bachelor’s degree in studio art from Bowdoin College and a Master of Fine Arts in painting from Ohio University, is the recipient of three Individual Artist Awards from the Maryland State Arts Council. Her […]

Historical Society of Carroll County Annual Meeting

Best Western Hotel- Conference Center 451 WMC Dr, Westminster, United States

Mark your calendar for this year’s Annual Meeting of the membership on Halloween, October 31, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Best Western Conference Center, 451 WMC Drive, Westminster. A hot buffet and dessert will be provided by Santoni’s Marketplace and Catering followed by Society business and the event’s […]

Hello Python

Exploration Commons At 50 East, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For ages 12 - Adults. Interested in learning Python but don't know where to start? Join us for an introductory look at the Python programming language, resources for learning, and a general open discussion about programming. Registration is required. Visit site for details.

Free

Spices of the World: Black Pepper

Exploration Commons At 50 East, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For Adults. Second in our Spices & Herbs series. This class will focus on black pepper's sourcing, flavors, and varieties. We will taste various forms of black pepper and evaluate the using flavor descriptors. Samples and receipts for sweet and savory dishes will be provided. Registration is required. Visit site for details.

Blaire Postman’s LADY ADHD (BrewHaHa Comedy)

Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main St, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

“Blaire Postman: LADY ADHD” Fri. November 3 at 8pm. Part stand-up, part Ted Talk, it’s a hilarious tour through comedian Blaire Postman’s neurodivergent mind as she explores her life with long-undiagnosed ADHD. Accompanied by her signature flip chart visual aids, it’s a frantically funny evening with humor and heart. For ages 21 and up only. […]

$18 – $22

Be Kind: Community of Kindness Workshop

Carroll County Public Library, Westminster Branch, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For ages 13 - Adults. Participants will be enveloped by a positive atmosphere to create art that inspires kindness. Join Eric and Tina from Action for Kindness, to create your own hand-painted BE KIND sign. All supplies will be provided. Registration required. Visit site for details.

Free

Evening with the McDaniel Women’s Leadership Network

Naganna Forum, Roj Student Center, 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Join President Jasken and the McDaniel Women’s Leadership Network advisory council to celebrate the launch of the reimagined network and learn more about getting involved. McDaniel alum Kristin Kober '00, a certified executive coach and strategic consultant, will share how the Enneagram personality system can enhance self-awareness as a catalyst for success. To register and […]

Free

Bryan McDowell & Friends

Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main St, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Presented by Common Ground Downtown, a partnership between Common Ground on the Hill and the Carroll Arts Center. Fiddler, vocalist and master of stringed instruments, Bryan McDowell performed for 4 years with Claire Lynch and has since performed with bluegrass notables Sierra Hull, Alison Brown, Ron Block, & Molly Tuttle and many others from the […]

$25 – $28

“Ein Komplimentier”, Azimuth String Quartet with David Kreider, piano

Coley Rice Lounge, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, 21157, United States

The Azimuth String Quartet, composed of Nicholas Currie and James Tung, violinists, Alice Tung, violist, and Adam Gonzalez, cellist, are joined by Dr. David Kreider, pianist, for an afternoon of classical string quartet gems.

$10 – $15
Event Series Carroll County Festival of Trees

Carroll County Festival of Trees

John Street Quarters, 28 John Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

The Shepherd’s Staff is pleased to announce that its 17th annual Carroll County Festival of Trees will be held in conjunction with downtown Westminster’s holiday events again this year from November 24 through November 26, 2023. This event will take place at John Street Quarters in Westminster and will feature a silent auction, with Virtual […]

Free
Event Series Carroll County Festival of Trees

Carroll County Festival of Trees

John Street Quarters, 28 John Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

The Shepherd’s Staff is pleased to announce that its 17th annual Carroll County Festival of Trees will be held in conjunction with downtown Westminster’s holiday events again this year from November 24 through November 26, 2023. This event will take place at John Street Quarters in Westminster and will feature a silent auction, with Virtual […]

Free

HSCC Members’ Only Open House

Please join the Historical Society of Carroll County for our members’ preview of our Holiday Open House on Saturday, November 25th from 10 am – 2 pm. All three houses, Sherman-Fisher-Shellman, Kimmey, and Cockey’s Tavern, will be open and decorated for the holidays. We will have light refreshments including hot apple cider, cocoa, wassail, and […]

Free
Event Series Carroll County Festival of Trees

Carroll County Festival of Trees

John Street Quarters, 28 John Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

The Shepherd’s Staff is pleased to announce that its 17th annual Carroll County Festival of Trees will be held in conjunction with downtown Westminster’s holiday events again this year from November 24 through November 26, 2023. This event will take place at John Street Quarters in Westminster and will feature a silent auction, with Virtual […]

Free
Event Series Carroll County Festival of Trees

Carroll County Festival of Trees

John Street Quarters, 28 John Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

The Shepherd’s Staff is pleased to announce that its 17th annual Carroll County Festival of Trees will be held in conjunction with downtown Westminster’s holiday events again this year from November 24 through November 26, 2023. This event will take place at John Street Quarters in Westminster and will feature a silent auction, with Virtual […]

Free