Alphabet Train: The Letter T

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For ages 3 - 6. Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, song, and acctivities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

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Immigration and Mental Health: A Crossroad of Social Reform in Maryland’s Late 19th Century

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For Adults. Join Gate House Museum Curator Adrienne Smith as she presents ongoing research about turn-of-the-century Maryland immigration, its perception, and how it affected the population of Sykesville's Springfield Hospital. Learn about the demographic shift in immigrant populations in the late 1800s and what factors may have driven the perception of these individuals as having […]

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Learn How to Administer Narcan

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For ages 12 - Adults. Opioid overdose deaths are one of the largest health threats on both a local and national level. Luckily, these deaths can be preventable with the use of naloxone (Narcan). Join LITT, a local non-profit, and learn how to use Narcan, proper opioid overdose response techniques, and what you can do […]

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Ghosts of Carroll County with Storyteller Pat Hahn

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For ages 14 – Adults. Back by popular demand! Pat Hahn, Carroll County Public Library librarian and storyteller, has engaged audiences with ghost tales for over 20 years. Many stories she shares of tormented souls lurking in Carroll County are from the book Ghosts and Legends of Carroll County, Maryland by Jesse Glass, Jr.. Pat […]

Dare to Dream Poster Contest

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For ages 11 - 13. Pick up your kit to participate in a poster contest sponsored by South Carroll Lioness-Lions Club. This year's theme is Dare to Dream. The contest is exclusively for children 11 - 13 who meet birthday eligibility. Kits will be available at the library starting September 25 and will be due […]

The Historic Sykesville Colored Schoolhouse

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For Adults. The Schoolhouse first opened in 1904 and, at that time, was the only school for people of color in Southern Carroll County. The last class graduated in the late 1930s, and now it serves as a museum and learning center. Join Pat Greenwald, Schoolhouse Coordinator, as she presents the history of the Sykesville […]

Teen Chess Club

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For ages 11 - 17. Are you an expert chess player or interested in learning? Compete and learn new skills at our monthly chess club! New and experienced chess players are welcome.

Monday Matinee: Encanto

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For ages Birth - 10. Free movies at the library. Join us for Monday Matinees, where we'll show some of our favorite children's movies. Come early and bring a pillow to get comfortable. Free popcorn will be served while supplies last. All children under 13 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Encanto is […]

Coffee with the Classics: Mister Roberts

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For Adults. In our new monthly program, we will enjoy coffee and donuts as we screen a classic Hollywood film. May's selection is Mister Roberts starring Henry Fonda, Jack Lemmon, James Cagney, and William Powell. Registration is required. Visit site for details.

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Coffee with the Classics: Singin’ in the Rain

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For Adults. In our new monthly program, we will enjoy coffee and donuts as we screen a classic Hollywood film. April's selection is Singin' in the Rain, starring Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds, and Donald O'Connor. Registration is required. Visit site for details.

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Homeschool Coding Club

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For ages 6 - 17. Join us to explore the basics of coding! We will learn about algorithms, sequencing, problem-solving and more, using collaborative activities and drag and drop coding.

Polar Express Pajama Party

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For ages 4 - 10. All aboard! Join us in your PJs for hot chocolate, crafts, and the reading of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg. Registration required. Visit site for details.

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Mr. Jon Live in Concert

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For all ages. What a treat! Mr. Jon is coming back to the library! Join Mr. Jon & Friends, winner of multiple Parents’ Choice Awards, for a fun interactive concert for the whole family. Mr. Jon and his silly friend George the Monkey will get you up dancing and laughing for a musical comedy show […]

Mr. Jon Live in Concert

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For all ages. What a treat! Mr. Jon is coming back to the library! Join Mr. Jon & Friends, winner of multiple Parents' Choice Awards, for a fun interactive concert for the whole family. Mr. Jon and his silly friend George the Monkey will get you up dancing and laughing for a musical comedy show […]

Free

Gentle Yoga

Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg Branch, 6400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD, 21784

For ages 13 - Adult. This gentle yoga class is designed to allow students of various abilities and physical conditions to comfortably develop their own yoga practice. There are many appealing aspects of yoga, including increased flexibility, relaxation, strength, improved balance, as well as stress and pain relief. No experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable […]

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