• Bird Tales from the Maryland Woods

    Carroll County Public Library, Mount Airy Branch 705 Ridge Avenue, Mount Airy, MD

    For ages 6 - Adults. From our forested rolling hills to our suburban backyards, Central Maryland is the crossroads for a diverse and fascinating array of birds. Join Mount Airy nature photographer Brian Smith for a colorful, lively slideshow highlighting many of Maryland's most beautiful bird species. Brian Smith is an award-winning nature photographer specializing

    Free
  • Celebrate Black History Month at CCPL’s Mount Airy Branch

    Carroll County Public Library, Mount Airy Branch 705 Ridge Avenue, Mount Airy, MD

    For all ages. Join us in our large magazine reading area throughout the month of February as we celebrate Black History Month at CCPL's Mount Airy Branch! Drop in anytime to enjoy a DIY craft, a community puzzle, and books to read at your leisure. Explore, learn, and participate in the richness that is Black

  • The ABCs of Self Defense

    Carroll County Public Library, Mount Airy Branch 705 Ridge Avenue, Mount Airy, MD

    For ages 16 - Adults. Would you like to increase your safety awareness in public or private locations? Learn how to recognize and avoid potentially dangerous situations from Carl Minkel, founder and chief instructor of the Taekwondo Arnis Academy. Carl has over 50 years of martial arts experience and holds Master rank in Korean Taekwondo

    Free
  • Carroll 250: After the Fashion of His Country – Asia and Asians in the 18th Century Mid-Atlantic

    Carroll County Public Library, Mount Airy Branch 705 Ridge Avenue, Mount Airy, MD

    For Adults. This fascinating talk will be presented by Daniel Sieh. Asia was known for centuries in Europe, and the British were keen to profit off the exotic goods through commerce. This trade was far from a one-sided exchange; it was a dialogue between two very distinct cultures. Goods, ideas, and people flowed through trade

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  • Carroll 250 Speaker Series: After the Fashion of His Country – Asia and Asians in the 18th Century Mid-Atlantic

    Carroll County Public Library, Mount Airy Branch 705 Ridge Avenue, Mount Airy, MD

    This fascinating talk with be presented by Daniel Sieh. Asia was known for centuries in Europe, and the British were keen to profit off the exotic goods through commerce. This trade was far from a one-sided exchange; it was a dialogue between two very distinct cultures. Goods, ideas and people flowed through trade routes established

    Free
  • Carroll Hospital Presents: Prenatal Nutrition

    Carroll County Public Library, Mount Airy Branch 705 Ridge Avenue, Mount Airy, MD

    For ages 16 - Adults. Good nutrition while pregnant isn't quite as simple as "eating for two", but it doesn't need to be overly complicated either! If you're interested in learning about eating to meet all the nutrition needs for you and your developing baby, then join Registered Dietitian Dana Mealing to discuss the evolving

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  • Carroll 250 Speaker Series: “Travis Shaw and the Beeline March”

    Carroll County Public Library, Mount Airy Branch 705 Ridge Avenue, Mount Airy, MD

    “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