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Upcoming Events

Check Currents or the Calendar of Events site for more events.

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VCarve: Create a Puzzle Ball
Exploration Commons
Saturday, July 27, 2024 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for a hands-on session where we create and cut out a wood puzzle ball on Exploration Commons' Iconic CNC Router. Previous basic computer experience is required. No experience with the CNC router or design software is needed. This class does not result in independent CNC use certification.

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Restaurant Roundtable
Exploration Commons
Monday, July 29, 2024 - 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Join a roundtable for chefs, managers, and restaurant owners in Carroll County and the surrounding area. Get together with your peers to discuss current issues, upcoming events, new menu items, personnel issues, and more. Hosted by the Teaching Kitchen at Exploration Commons at 50 East. There is no charge for this event, and registration is requested but not required. This will be a quarterly event.

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Shrimp Ceviche Two Ways!
Exploration Commons
Monday, July 29, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Come make delicious Shrimp Ceviche with guest presenter Lory Hierstetter of Two Sides to the Story! She won the Two Sides Cookoff last year and will teach you how to make two flavors of this flavorful seafood salsa. 

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Stagecraft Workshop
Offsite
Monday, July 29, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
More information
This program is for anyone who wants to learn more about building sets in a safe and correct manner. Join us for this three-day workshop, where you will learn stagecraft standards at the Carroll Arts Center, drafting at Exploration Commons, and set construction at Carroll Community College.  

Each class will take place at a different location to ensure everyone learns all that Carroll County can offer your theatre troupe. 

Each student is permitted to bring along 1 additional person to each workshop. If you choose to do this, they will need to be the same person each day, and there will be an additional fee. You and your partner will need to share all the supplies and computers.

 

Register here: https://carrollcountyartscouncil.coursestorm.com/course/stagecraft-workshop

Price: The cost is $75 for one person or $85 for two people.

 

Class Schedule

Class 1: Monday, July 29 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Location: Carroll County Arts Council

Instructor: Stephen Strosnider

 

Class 2: Tuesday, July 30 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Location: Exploration Commons at 50 East

Instructor: Polly O'Hair

 

Class 3: Wednesday, July 31 from 5:30 - 9:00 PM

Location: Carroll Community College

Instructor: Sophie Barden

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Intro to Laser Cutting
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 - 9:30am - 12:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
This beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures. At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete this program will be certified to use the Exploration Commons' Fusion Pro and Fusion Edge laser cutters.

Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the laser independently.

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Sewing Skills: Sewing with Zippers
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Learn how to insert zippers like a pro! This technique-based workshop will cover three types of zipper installations: regular, lapped, and invisible. 
 

Class Prerequisites and Required Skills:

  • Intro to Basic Sewing Skills and/or have EC sewing machine certification
  • can thread a sewing machine and wind a bobbin
  • can sew items together with different seam allowances
  • understand the purpose of back-stitching

Materials: A sewing machine and all necessary materials will be provided.

 

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Family Cooking Class: Harry Potter Sweets and Treats
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 6 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
In this hands-on cooking class, participants will make Butterbeer, Hogwarts acceptance letters, and recreate a smaller version of Hagrid's birthday cake for Harry. One registration fee per group, up to four participants. For groups with children ages six and up, children must be accompanied by an adult. 

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Stagecraft Workshop
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
More information
This program is for anyone who wants to learn more about building sets in a safe and correct manner. Join us for this three-day workshop, where you will learn stagecraft standards at the Carroll Arts Center, drafting at Exploration Commons, and set construction at Carroll Community College.  

Each class will take place at a different location to ensure everyone learns all that Carroll County can offer your theatre troupe. 

Each student is permitted to bring along 1 additional person to each workshop. If you choose to do this, they will need to be the same person each day, and there will be an additional fee. You and your partner will need to share all the supplies and computers.

 

Register here: https://carrollcountyartscouncil.coursestorm.com/course/stagecraft-workshop

Price: The cost is $75 for one person or $85 for two people.

 

Class Schedule

Class 1: Monday, July 29 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Location: Carroll County Arts Council

Instructor: Stephen Strosnider

 

Class 2: Tuesday, July 30 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Location: Exploration Commons at 50 East

Instructor: Polly O'Hair

 

Class 3: Wednesday, July 31 from 5:30 - 9:00 PM

Location: Carroll Community College

Instructor: Sophie Barden

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Intro to Reverse Engineering
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Welcome to the exciting world of reverse engineering! Learn how to reconstruct and modify existing parts using basic measuring tools and Onshape, a powerful cloud-based 3D modeling software.

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Stagecraft Workshop
Offsite
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
More information
This program is for anyone who wants to learn more about building sets in a safe and correct manner. Join us for this three-day workshop, where you will learn stagecraft standards at the Carroll Arts Center, drafting at Exploration Commons, and set construction at Carroll Community College.  

Each class will take place at a different location to ensure everyone learns all that Carroll County can offer your theatre troupe. 

Each student is permitted to bring along 1 additional person to each workshop. If you choose to do this, they will need to be the same person each day, and there will be an additional fee. You and your partner will need to share all the supplies and computers.

 

Register here: https://carrollcountyartscouncil.coursestorm.com/course/stagecraft-workshop

Price: The cost is $75 for one person or $85 for two people.

 

Class Schedule

Class 1: Monday, July 29 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Location: Carroll County Arts Council

Instructor: Stephen Strosnider

 

Class 2: Tuesday, July 30 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Location: Exploration Commons at 50 East

Instructor: Polly O'Hair

 

Class 3: Wednesday, July 31 from 5:30 - 9:00 PM

Location: Carroll Community College

Instructor: Sophie Barden

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Beginner Sewing Level 3: Intro to Garment Sewing, Set-In Sleeves
Exploration Commons
Thursday, August 1, 2024 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Properly fitting and sewing in sleeves is a challenge for beginning sewists. Learn the necessary steps to sew set-in sleeves without puckers. You will practice these skills by inserting sleeves into a 1/2-scale woven bodice sample.

Class Prerequisites and Required Skills

  • have completed Intro to Basic Sewing Skills and/or have EC sewing machine certification
  • thread a sewing machine, wind a bobbin, and troubleshoot tension issues
  • sew straight and curved seams while maintaining consistent seam allowance
  • know how to read and work with a pattern and cut fabric with care and accuracy
  • have a basic understanding of different fabric types and have sewn with a few different types
  • have experience sewing a regular zipper

Required Materials

  • A sewing machine and materials will be provided.

About Beginner Sewing Level 3: Intro to Garment Sewing
This set of classes introduces new or less experienced sewists to beginner sewing information and resources, along with hands-on experiences.

This series introduces the following information and skills:

  • insert a set-in sleeve
  • sewing a collar with a lapel
  • sewing a trouser fly
  • sewing the fitted waistband
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Homemade Manicotti: Part 1
Exploration Commons
Thursday, August 1, 2024 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Chef Andrew Preziosi will teach authentic Italian cooking in this two-session class. Learn to make manicotti shells, filling, and marinara sauce from scratch, as well as tips for success. Note: this is a two-part class.

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Let's Start a Podcast!
Exploration Commons
Thursday, August 1, 2024 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Do you want to get into podcasting but don't know where to start? This is the class for you! We will cover the basics of the different recording software we offer and introduce the equipment we provide in the Audio/Video Lab.

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Homemade Manicotti: Part 2
Exploration Commons
Friday, August 2, 2024 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Chef Andrew Preziosi will teach authentic Italian cooking in this two-session class. Learn to make manicotti shells, filling, and marinara sauce from scratch, as well as tips for success. Note: this is a two-part class.

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Advanced Laser Cutting: Precision Techniques
Exploration Commons
Saturday, August 3, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
We will discuss precision techniques to improve your laser project outcomes. Topics will include centering-point alignment, printed registration marks, using jigs or templates, and the importance of maintaining a settings notebook. Exploration Commons Laser certification is required prior to attending this program.

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3D Design Skills: The 3D Tool Bar
Exploration Commons
Saturday, August 3, 2024 - 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Ready to take your 3D design skills to the next level? In this comprehensive, hands-on session in Onshape, a powerful cloud-based computer-aided design (CAD) platform, we will explore the tools available for creating 3D geometry!

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Cooking for Wellness: Breastfeeding Support
Exploration Commons
Monday, August 5, 2024 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Breastfeeding can be a struggle. Getting all the nutrition to support this time period can be extra challenging. Join a registered dietitian to discuss how nutrition needs change when breastfeeding and how to make a convenient nutrition-dense meal that is friendly to this busy time in life. This class is provided through The Partnership for a Healthier Carroll County and Carroll Hospital. Participants will be able to sample the dishes discussed in class; this class is meeting in Exploration Commons Classroom and nurslings are permitted to attend. 

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Taste of Sicily: Caponata & Cannoli
Exploration Commons
Monday, August 5, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 11 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Join guest chefs Dom and Stephanie Greco and sous chef Eric White from Ötzi Mediterranean Market & Eatery as they share Sicily's rich heritage and flavors. We will prepare a traditional caponata recipe full of sweet and sour flavors and explore the many ways this dish is enjoyed in everyday cuisine. We will conclude by making a delicious cannoli cream that can be eaten with cannolis, sfingi, cream puffs, and more. Children ages 11 - 14 may register and attend with a registered adult; all attendees must register. 

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Tinkercad: Morphing and Importing Irregular Shapes
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Join us in this project-based class, which builds on basic and intermediate design tools and techniques. By manipulating irregular shapes and importing others, we will create a mini pie-shaped decoration. Previous Tinkercad experience is strongly recommended.

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Practical Fusion 360
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Digital design using tools such as Fusion 360 is a fundamental skill that unlocks the full potential of maker technologies such as 3D printing and many others, which depend on a digital file to define the shape and size of a real-world object to be made. This introductory seminar will explore the Fusion 360 design software, examine resources for continued learning, and provide hands-on experience. Fusion 360 is professional-level software, and participants should be proficient in using a Windows PC.

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Intro to 3D Scanning
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
3D scanning is a digital design process that enables the creation of detailed and accurate models of real-world objects. Join us for an introductory look into this technology, which is used extensively in engineering, architecture, historic preservation, and video game development. We will demonstrate the use of our handheld Artec Leo 3D Scanner and highlight some recent projects that have been created with it.

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Baking Basics: Angel Food Cake
Exploration Commons
Thursday, August 8, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Learn to bake a perfect angel food cake from scratch using six simple ingredients. Cakes will cool overnight and be ready for pickup the following day.

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Family Class: National S'mores Day
Exploration Commons
Saturday, August 10, 2024 - 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 6 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Bring your sweet tooth! Celebrate National S'mores Day with this family class, intended for groups of children ages 6 and up with at least one adult. Each registration is for a group of up to 4 attendees (one must be an adult).

In this class, we will make: 

  • S'mores Cookie Cups
  • S'mores Crispy Treats
  • S'mores Pops
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Intermediate Laser Cutting: Engraving Painted Canvas
Exploration Commons
Monday, August 12, 2024 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
This intermediate-level laser design class focuses on the differences between creating designs and navigating unique settings on pre-painted paper canvases. 

Fusion Pro Laser Cutter Certification is required prior to attending this program.

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Making for Seniors: Create a Simple Wood Laser Cutter Project
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating! Join us for a basic hands-on session where we'll create a simple wood laser cutter project and watch your project being made on our Fusion Pro laser cutter. Previous basic computer experience is required. No previous experience with laser cutting or design software is needed. This class does not result in independent laser use certification.

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Knife Skills Practice: Black Bean Salad
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Sharpen your knife skills! Participants will make a black bean salad to take home in this hands-on class while practicing cutting techniques learned in our Basic Knife Skills class. 

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Baking with a Badge: Cinnamon Rolls
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 6 - 18
Registration and more information
In this group cooking class, we will make quick-rise cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting from scratch. Participants will be seated in table groups with officers from the Westminster City Police Department and will work in groups to create a batch of rolls! This is a great opportunity for attendees to work alongside our uniformed officers to create a sweet treat. 

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Basic Electronics & Arduinos
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 13 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
This skill-building class focuses on the basics of electronics and the use of the Arduino programming environment to create a wide array of simple circuits that teach not only the fundamentals but also stand as examples for your own future projects. We'll get hands-on with assembling circuit elements such as resistors, diodes, sensors, and microcontrollers and discuss the theory and programming involved in making it all work.

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Meal Prep Strategies: Wrap Sandwiches
Exploration Commons
Friday, August 16, 2024 - 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Build a toolbox of strategies to make meal prep easy to integrate into your busy life. We will discuss increasing nutrient density, making easy recipe variations, and simplifying this ongoing task. You will prepare a nutrient-dense wrap sandwich that will satisfy your hunger and taste great too. This class includes a plant-based recipe that can be made gluten-free upon request in advance. 

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