Little Hands Signing
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/3/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
Little Hands Signing brings the magic of American Sign Language to you and your child through age-appropriate stories, songs, activities, and games, along with tips and tricks for caregivers on using signs in everyday activities. Presenter Kathy MacMillan is a certified member of the Sign2Me® Presenters' Network. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Read and Play
Westminster Branch Library
6/15/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Read with Me
Mount Airy Branch Library
6/5/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 4 - 6
A theme-based storytime for children who are ready for an independent, small group experience. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Read and Play
North Carroll Branch Library
6/5/2009, 10:30 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Little Hands Signing
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/3/2009, 10:45 AM
Ages 2 - 4
Little Hands Signing brings the magic of American Sign Language to you and your child through age-appropriate stories, songs, activities, and games, along with tips and tricks for caregivers on using signs in everyday activities. Presenter Kathy MacMillan is a certified member of the Sign2Me® Presenters' Network. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

On My Own
Westminster Branch Library
6/15/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 3 - 6
A theme-based storytime for children who are ready for an independent, small group experience. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Read and Play
Westminster Branch Library
6/15/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Read and Play
Taneytown Branch Library
6/2/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/23/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Read and Play
Finksburg Branch Library
6/2/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
North Carroll Branch Library
6/2/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/23/2009, 10:45 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Bells Are Ringin'!
Westminster Branch Library
7/7/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 5 - 17
A local bell choir director will be teaching the use of hand chimes. Come participate in learning and playing hand chimes. You will be making beautiful music by the time you leave! Teens earn Library Bucks for attending!
Registration for this program begins 6/23/2009.

Read and Play
Westminster Branch Library
6/15/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Taneytown Branch Library
6/2/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Finksburg Branch Library
6/2/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Baby’s Signing Day
Finksburg Branch Library
7/7/2009, 3:00 PM
Ages Birth - 2
An introduction to the benefits of signing with babies, combining appropriate signs and activities for children ages birth-2 with solid information for caregivers. The 25-minute storytime will be followed by a play session for babies, during which caregivers may ask additional questions. Registration required for adults planning to attend with children. With an accompanying adult caregiver.
Registration for this program begins 6/23/2009.

Be the Director: Learn to Make Movies
Mount Airy Branch Library
7/7/2009, 7:00 PM
Ages 11 - Adults
Interested in making movies? Want to create a submission for the Summer Shorts contest? Join filmmaker Paul Oakes as he explains the basics of movie making from start to finish. A demonstration of how to edit and share your movies using Windows Movie Maker will be given. Teens also earn Library Bucks for attending!

On My Own Storytime
Finksburg Branch Library
6/3/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages 3 - 6
A theme-based storytime for children who are ready for an independent, small group experience. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/24/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

On My Own
Taneytown Branch Library
6/3/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages 3 - 6
A theme-based storytime for children who are ready for an independent, small group experience. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/23/2009, 10:45 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Read and Play
Taneytown Branch Library
6/2/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Draggaar Trilogy: Magical Adventures
Finksburg Branch Library
7/8/2009, 1:00 PM
Ages 7 - 14
When he was two years old, Joe was saved by a dragon. When Joe turns eight, Draggaar, the dragon returns and needs Joe's help. Joe wonders if he has what it takes to help a large dragon. With good friends and a great imagination, all things are possible. Local author, Nancy Franzese will talk about Magical Adventures, the first book in her Draggaar Trilogy, as well as the corresponding website www.draggaar.com. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Wii Music 4 Kids
Mount Airy Branch Library
7/8/2009, 1:30 PM
Ages 7 - 10
Join us for gaming action with our Nintendo Wii just for kids ages 7 to 10. Give various musical instruments a try with the game Wii Music! Registration is required for this program. This program is sponsored by the Woodbine Recreation Council.
Registration for this program begins 6/24/2009.

Read with Me
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/24/2009, 1:30 PM
Ages 4 - 6
A theme-based storytime for children who are ready for an independent, small group experience. Adult caregivers are welcome.

Recycled Book Purse
North Carroll Branch Library
7/8/2009, 2:00 PM
Ages 10 - 17
Create a stylish book purse from a recycled book. We will provide the materials and instruction for an original one-of-a-kind handbag. Teens can earn library bucks for attending!
Registration for this program begins 6/24/2009.

Rock Out w/Rock Band 2!
Finksburg Branch Library
7/8/2009, 4:00 PM
Ages 11 - 17
Join in the jam session or just be a groupie. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending.

Yes, Yoga!
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/8/2009, 7:00 PM
Ages 11 - Adults
Acquire flexibility, increased muscle tone, and relaxation through yoga taught by certified teacher Rebecca Berg. Wear loose, comfortable clothes. Please bring a yoga mat and blanket, if possible.
Registration for this program begins 6/24/2009.

Story Pals
Finksburg Branch Library
6/2/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/24/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/24/2009, 10:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Read and Play
Finksburg Branch Library
6/2/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Fancy Nancy Tea Party
Mount Airy Branch Library
7/9/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 3 - 6
Come join us for stories followed by a tea party. Wear your fancy clothes and enjoy some fancy treats. Bring your own tea cup to make it stupendous. Registration required for all attendees. Children age 3 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Registration for this program begins 6/25/2009.

Chesapeake Bay Critters
Taneytown Branch Library
7/9/2009, 1:30 PM
Ages 6 - Adults
Join Richard Anderson from the Snyder Foundation for Animals as he shares fun and interesting facts about the animals from the Chesapeake Bay area. You will have a chance to view many of these preserved animals up close.
Registration for this program begins 6/25/2009.

Sketching Animals with Alys
Finksburg Branch Library
7/9/2009, 2:00 PM
Ages 12 - Adults
Learn how to sketch animal anatomy! Alys Harden will focus instruction on a different animal to draw each Thursday. Register for each individual 2-hour class! Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!
Registration for this program begins 6/25/2009.

Service Learning Hours - KidWorks
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/9/2009, 6:30 PM
Ages 12 - 17
KidWorks meets twice a month. At the 1st meeting we spend an hour planning a storytime for younger kids. At the 2nd meeting (07/23/2009 from 5:30-7:30 PM) we present the storytime. You must come to both meetings to earn 3 service learning hours.

Little Hands Signing
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/3/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
Little Hands Signing brings the magic of American Sign Language to you and your child through age-appropriate stories, songs, activities, and games, along with tips and tricks for caregivers on using signs in everyday activities. Presenter Kathy MacMillan is a certified member of the Sign2Me® Presenters' Network. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Read with Me
Mount Airy Branch Library
6/5/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 4 - 6
A theme-based storytime for children who are ready for an independent, small group experience. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Read and Play
Westminster Branch Library
6/15/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Read and Play
North Carroll Branch Library
6/5/2009, 10:30 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Little Hands Signing
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/3/2009, 10:45 AM
Ages 2 - 4
Little Hands Signing brings the magic of American Sign Language to you and your child through age-appropriate stories, songs, activities, and games, along with tips and tricks for caregivers on using signs in everyday activities. Presenter Kathy MacMillan is a certified member of the Sign2Me® Presenters' Network. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Catch Horse Fever
Taneytown Branch Library
7/10/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 6 - Adults
Does a horse have hands? Why does a horse wear shoes? Find out the answers to these questions -- and more -- as you use all five senses to learn about horses and get the chance to meet a real horse.
Registration for this program begins 6/26/2009.

Be the Editor: Learn to Make Movies
Taneytown Branch Library
7/10/2009, 5:00 PM
Ages 11 - Adults
Need help finishing your movie? Unsure of how to add transitions or audio to your Summer Shorts contest entry? Filmmaker Paul Oakes will be on hand to answer your Windows Movie Maker editing questions. Teens earn Library Bucks for attending!

After Hours Movie Night! Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Taneytown Branch Library
7/10/2009, 6:30 PM
Ages 11 - 17
Can't wait for the Half-Blood Prince to appear? Neither can we! Join us for a Remembrall as we view Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Fun and refreshments for all. Doors open at 6:30 pm and show time begins at 7:00 pm. PARENTS: Please note this movie has a PG13 rating. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!

After Hours Movie Night! Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/10/2009, 6:30 PM
Ages 11 - 17
Can't wait for the Half-Blood Prince to appear? Neither can we! Join us for a Remembrall as we view Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Fun and refreshments for all. Doors open at 6:30 and movie begins at 7:00 pm. PARENTS: Please note this movie has a PG13 rating. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!

Harry Potter Movie Night
Westminster Branch Library
7/10/2009, 6:30 PM
Ages 11 - 17
Can't wait for the Half-Blood Prince to appear? Neither can we! Join us for a Remembrall as we view Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Fun and refreshments for all. PARENTS: Please note this movie has a PG13 rating. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending! Doors open at 6:30 pm. Show time is at 7:00 pm.
Registration for this program begins 6/26/2009.

Harry Potter Movie Night
Finksburg Branch Library
7/10/2009, 6:30 PM
Ages 11 - 17
Can't wait for the Half-Blood Prince to appear? Neither can we! Join us for a Remembrall as we view Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Fun and refreshments for all. Doors open at 6:30 pm, with show time at 7:00 pm. PARENTS: Please note this movie has a PG13 rating. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!

Super Smash Saturday
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/20/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 11 - 17
Super Smash Bros. Brawl is always fun! Bring your friends and join our tournament! Participants are welcome to bring Gamecube controllers, labeled with their names. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!

Crayfish, Crabs, Turtles, and Seagulls
Finksburg Branch Library
7/11/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 4 - 12
Local author and scientist, Dr. Michael T. Barbour writes books with interesting adventures into the realm of our environment. He will read from his books and tell us about stream life including crayfish, crabs, and turtles, as well as the seashore and ocean life of seagulls. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Wildlife Rescue: Birds of Prey
North Carroll Branch Library
7/11/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 7 - Adults
Come and meet live Birds of Prey with Liz Smith, naturalist at Wildlife Rescue.
Registration for this program begins 6/27/2009.

Storytime at Fairhaven
Outreach Services
7/13/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages Birth - 4
A themed storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces, music, rhymes and stories followed by a playgroup for mingling. These storytimes will be held at Fairhaven Assisted Living Center in Sykesville. Residents will join us for the storytime and playgroup. Siblings are welcome. Children must be registered and accompanied by an adult caregiver. Fairhaven is located near downtown Sykesville. From Rt. 26, go south on Rt. 32 for 2 miles. Turn right at the light onto Springfield Avenue. Make first right onto Third Avenue. Enter Fairhaven gatehouse on the right. Parking is available on your right.
Registration for this program begins 6/29/2009.

On My Own
Westminster Branch Library
6/15/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 3 - 6
A theme-based storytime for children who are ready for an independent, small group experience. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Read and Play
Westminster Branch Library
6/15/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Read and Play
Taneytown Branch Library
6/2/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/23/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Read and Play
Finksburg Branch Library
6/2/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
North Carroll Branch Library
6/2/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/23/2009, 10:45 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Read and Play
Westminster Branch Library
6/15/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Taneytown Branch Library
6/2/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Finksburg Branch Library
6/2/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Rock Band Practice
Mount Airy Branch Library
7/14/2009, 2:00 PM
Ages 11 - 17
Prepare for our Rock Band Tournament immediately following the practice. This program is sponsored by the Woodbine Recreation Council. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!

Rock Band Tournament
Mount Airy Branch Library
7/14/2009, 3:00 PM
Ages 11 - 17
Compete against other bands or solo acts on Rock Band for Wii. Prizes will be awarded to the winning band or solo act. Please register your band or solo act. This program is sponsored by the Woodbine Recreation Council. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!
Registration for this program begins 6/30/2009.

Getting Graphic: Drawing Comics and Manga
Finksburg Branch Library
7/14/2009, 6:30 PM
Ages 11 - 17
A beginner's course in drawing for comic books, graphic novels, and manga. Learn and practice some basic tips and techniques that will get you started drawing your own stories. Supplies will be provided, so come prepared to draw! Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!
Registration for this program begins 6/30/2009.

On My Own
Taneytown Branch Library
6/3/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages 3 - 6
A theme-based storytime for children who are ready for an independent, small group experience. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/24/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

On My Own Storytime
Finksburg Branch Library
6/3/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages 3 - 6
A theme-based storytime for children who are ready for an independent, small group experience. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Read and Play
Mount Airy Branch Library
7/1/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A story time featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

The Magic of Roger Lindsay
North Carroll Branch Library
7/15/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 4 - Adults
Summer Reading ambassador Roger Lindsay transports kids 4 to 104 to a realm of magical happenings, illusions and laughter! Join Prop, the Magic Bunny, as he and Mr. Lindsay amaze and amuse in this show loaded with audience participation. You never know what surprises await you! Registration required for both children and adults planning to attend with children. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!
Registration for this program begins 7/1/2009.

Story Pals
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/23/2009, 10:45 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Read and Play
Taneytown Branch Library
6/2/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Getting Graphic: Drawing Comics and Manga
Westminster Branch Library
7/15/2009, 1:00 PM
Ages 11 - 17
A beginner's course in drawing for comic books, graphic novels, and manga. Learn and practice some basic tips and techniques that will get you started drawing your own stories. Supplies will be provided, so come prepared to draw! Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!
Registration for this program begins 7/1/2009.

The Magic of Roger Lindsay
North Carroll Branch Library
7/15/2009, 1:00 PM
Ages 4 - Adults
Summer Reading ambassador Roger Lindsay transports kids 4 to 104 to a realm of magical happenings, illusions and laughter! Join Prop, the Magic Bunny, as he and Mr. Lindsay amaze and amuse in this show loaded with audience participation. You never know what surprises await you! Registration required for both children and adults planning to attend with children. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!
Registration for this program begins 7/1/2009.

Read with Me
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/24/2009, 1:30 PM
Ages 4 - 6
A theme-based storytime for children who are ready for an independent, small group experience. Adult caregivers are welcome.

Bead Fun
Taneytown Branch Library
7/15/2009, 1:30 PM
Ages 7 - Adults
Join us for an afternoon of bead fun! Make a cool beadie critter and neat jewelry as we create with beads.
Registration for this program begins 7/1/2009.

Super Hero Hour
Mount Airy Branch Library
7/15/2009, 2:00 PM
Ages 3 - 10
Wear your best Super Hero gear to test your powers with games and activities. Children age 3 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Do You Crochet?
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/15/2009, 7:00 PM
Ages 11 - Adults
Come join Caroline Brocato to learn how to crochet. If you know how to crochet, please come and join the group. Please bring a size J hook and yarn to the class.
Registration for this program begins 7/1/2009.

Yes, Yoga!
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/15/2009, 7:00 PM
Ages 11 - Adults
Acquire flexibility, increased muscle tone, and relaxation through yoga taught by certified teacher Rebecca Berg. Wear loose, comfortable clothes. Please bring a yoga mat and blanket, if possible.
Registration for this program begins 7/1/2009.

Meet the Author: Laura Bowers!
Finksburg Branch Library
7/15/2009, 7:00 PM
Ages 11 - Adults
Local author Laura Bowers shares some insight into her writing process, and how a sign in Carroll County was her inspiration for the teen novel Beauty Shop for Rent. Teens earn Library Bucks for attending!

Story Pals
Finksburg Branch Library
6/2/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/24/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Read and Play
Eldersburg Branch Library
6/24/2009, 10:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Read and Play
Finksburg Branch Library
6/2/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Sketching Animals with Alys
Finksburg Branch Library
7/16/2009, 2:00 PM
Ages 12 - Adults
Learn how to sketch animal anatomy! Alys Harden will focus instruction on a different animal to draw each Thursday. Register for each individual 2-hour class! Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!
Registration for this program begins 7/2/2009.

39 Clues Book Club
Mount Airy Branch Library
6/18/2009, 4:00 PM
Ages 7 - 12
39 Clues hidden around the world guard the Cahill family's power. Join us at the library to work together to find the clues. Bring along your cards if you have them. Don't worry if you don't! Refreshments provided.

Getting Graphic: Drawing Comics and Manga
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/16/2009, 7:00 PM
Ages 11 - 17
A beginner's course in drawing for comic books, graphic novels, and manga. Learn and practice some basic tips and techniques that will get you started drawing your own stories. Supplies will be provided, so come prepared to draw! Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!
Registration for this program begins 7/2/2009.

Little Hands Signing
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/3/2009, 9:45 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
Little Hands Signing brings the magic of American Sign Language to you and your child through age-appropriate stories, songs, activities, and games, along with tips and tricks for caregivers on using signs in everyday activities. Presenter Kathy MacMillan is a certified member of the Sign2Me® Presenters' Network. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Read and Play
Westminster Branch Library
6/15/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Read with Me
Mount Airy Branch Library
6/5/2009, 10:00 AM
Ages 4 - 6
A theme-based storytime for children who are ready for an independent, small group experience. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Read and Play
North Carroll Branch Library
6/5/2009, 10:30 AM
Ages Birth - 24 Months
A storytime featuring lap games, tickles, bounces and rhymes followed by a playgroup for meeting and mingling. With an accompanying adult caregiver. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

Little Hands Signing
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/3/2009, 10:45 AM
Ages 2 - 4
Little Hands Signing brings the magic of American Sign Language to you and your child through age-appropriate stories, songs, activities, and games, along with tips and tricks for caregivers on using signs in everyday activities. Presenter Kathy MacMillan is a certified member of the Sign2Me® Presenters' Network. With an accompanying adult caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Story Pals
Westminster Branch Library
6/16/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 2 - 3
A theme-based storytime featuring interactive and age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays and activities. With an accompanying adult caregiver.

The Magic of Roger Lindsay
Mount Airy Branch Library
7/17/2009, 11:00 AM
Ages 4 - Adults
Summer Reading ambassador Roger Lindsay transports kids 4 to 104 to a realm of magical happenings, illusions and laughter! Join Prop, the Magic Bunny, as he and Mr. Lindsay amaze and amuse in this show loaded with audience participation. You never know what surprises await you! Registration required for both children and adults planning to attend with children. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!
Registration for this program begins 7/3/2009.

Fancy Nancy Gala
Taneytown Branch Library
7/17/2009, 1:00 PM
Ages 4 - Adults
You are cordially invited to a Soiree! Soiree is French for party (everything is fancier in French). Wear your fanciest clothes (tiaras and boas welcome), and join us as we celebrate the Fancy Nancy books by Jane O'Connor with stories, crafts, food and fancy fun. Registration required for both children and adults attending with children.
Registration for this program begins 7/3/2009.

The Magic of Roger Lindsay
Mount Airy Branch Library
7/17/2009, 1:00 PM
Ages 4 - Adults
Summer Reading ambassador Roger Lindsay transports kids 4 to 104 to a realm of magical happenings, illusions and laughter! Join Prop, the Magic Bunny, as he and Mr. Lindsay amaze and amuse in this show loaded with audience participation. You never know what surprises await you! Registration required for both children and adults planning to attend with children. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending! Children ages 3 and under must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Registration for this program begins 7/3/2009.

Rock Out with Rock Band
Eldersburg Branch Library
7/17/2009, 2:00 PM
Ages 11 - 17
So you want to be a rock and roll star? Pick your instrument and join the fun as we play Rock Band at the library. Light refreshments will be served. Teens can earn Library Bucks for attending!

Be the Editor: Learn to Make Movies
Westminster Branch Library
7/17/2009, 6:30 PM
Ages 11 - Adults
Need help finishing your movie? Unsure of how to add transitions or audio to your Summer Shorts contest entry? Come work on your film on our computers. Filmmaker Paul Oakes will be on hand to answer all of your Windows Movie Maker editing questions. Teens earn Library Bucks for attending!
Registration for this program begins 7/3/2009.