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Carroll 250: National Treasure Hunt

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

National Treasure Hunt podcast hosts and authors Aubrey Paris and Emily Black will present an interactive, family-friendly lecture connecting the dots between Carroll County and the beloved National Treasure film franchise, which celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2024. Learn the history behind the films’ infamous plotlines, understand the science underpinning the characters’ heists, and discover […]

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Carroll 250 Speaker Series: “I am persuaded they will do great Execution.” presented by Travis Shaw

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

“I am persuaded they will do great Execution:” The Maryland and Virginia Rifle Companies of 1775. On June 14, 1775, the Continental Congress authorized the formation of several independent companies of riflemen to reinforce the New Englanders then besieging British-occupied Boston. Among the first to answer the call were four companies of men – two […]

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Cooking for Wellness: Warm Holiday Salad

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

For ages 15 - Adults. Balance out all the heavy comfort foods with a unique salad infused with lots of holiday flavor and dense nutrition. Enjoy making this recipe while we discuss healthy eating over the holidays. This class is provided through The Partnership for a Healthier Carroll County and Carroll Hospital. This event requires […]

$5.00

Cooking for Wellness

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

For ages 15 - Adults. In the heat of they summer, we are all lathering up with sunblock and hanging out in the shade. It's good to protect your skin from UV damage, but are you getting enough vitamin D? Discuss how you can protect your skin and get more vitamin D in your diet […]

$5.00

Spices of the World: Nutmeg & Mace

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

For Adults. Third in our Spices & Herbs series. This class will focus on a unique dual spice: nutmeg and mace. Discover sourcing, flavors, and varieties. We will taste various forms of nutmeg and mace and evaluate them using flavor descriptors. Samples and recipes for sweet and savory dishes will be provided. Registration is required. […]

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Dinner’s on Me: Frito Chili Pie

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

For ages 13 - 18. Calling all aspiring teen chefs! Join us in the kitchen to learn how to prepare Frito Chili Pie (chili served over corn chips and topped with sour cream and cheese). Enhance your culinary skills, gain confidence in the kitchen, and impress your loved ones with your cooking ability. This event […]

$8.00

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, […]

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.

Summer Reads: Liv Constantine

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

For Adults. A D.C. philanthropist suspects that her seemingly perfect employee is secretly plotting to steal her husband, her reputation, even her life, in The Senator's Wife, the latest novel of psychological suspense from the internationally bestselling author of The Last Mrs. Parrish. Liv Constantine is the pen name of sisters Lynne and Valerie Constantine. […]

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Aruba Vacation with Author Barbara E. Ringrose

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

For Adults. Join first-time author Barbara E. Ringrose as she takes you on the vacation of a lifetime in her novel, Aruba Vacation with Aruba Joe. Barbara will talk about the book writing process and give tips for first-time authors. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Registration required. Visit site for details.

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