All CCPL locations will be closed for the Martin Luther King Holiday on Monday, January 20. We will reopen for regular hours on Tuesday, January 21.
Check Currents or the Calendar of Events site for more events.
Open Sewing Studio (Bring Your Own Sewing Machine)
Exploration Commons
Saturday, January 18, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, January 18, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.
This registration is for individuals bringing their own sewing machine. You must have a working knowledge of how to thread and operate your machine to register.
Register here to reserve a sewing machine for use.
All skill levels are welcome. You must bring your own sewing supplies and tools.
Note: This is not an instructional class; no materials will be provided.
Open Sewing Studio (Reserve a Sewing Machine)
Exploration Commons
Saturday, January 18, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, January 18, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program.
This registration will reserve a sewing machine for use. You must be certified for independent use to register for this program.
Register here to bring your own sewing machine.
All skill levels are welcome. You must bring your own sewing supplies and tools.
Note: This is not an instructional class; no materials will be provided.
Cooking Together: Soft Pretzels
Exploration Commons
Saturday, January 18, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:15pm
Ages: 6 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them. One registration per group, up to four participants. For groups with children ages six and up, children must be accompanied by an adult.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, January 18, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:15pm
Ages: 6 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them. One registration per group, up to four participants. For groups with children ages six and up, children must be accompanied by an adult.
Learn to Solder
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Soldering is fun and fundamental to various maker electronic projects and modern technology. From simple light-up LEDs to complex robots, solder is the glue that holds the technological world together. Join us for a hands-on project where you will assemble and solder your very own electronic dice circuit.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Soldering is fun and fundamental to various maker electronic projects and modern technology. From simple light-up LEDs to complex robots, solder is the glue that holds the technological world together. Join us for a hands-on project where you will assemble and solder your very own electronic dice circuit.
Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0)
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.
If you've never touched a sewing machine or a sewing needle, or if it's been years since you've sewed, and you need a refresher on the basics, then this class is for you.
Prerequisite: None
Materials: A sewing machine and all necessary materials will be provided.
Introduction to Onshape and 3D Printing
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Welcome to the world of 3D modeling and designing, as well as the world of 3D printing. In this introductory class, we will review the computer-aided design (CAD) software known as Onshape by diving into the fundamentals and techniques to make a keychain to then 3D print.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Welcome to the world of 3D modeling and designing, as well as the world of 3D printing. In this introductory class, we will review the computer-aided design (CAD) software known as Onshape by diving into the fundamentals and techniques to make a keychain to then 3D print.
Embroidery Machine: In-the-Hoop Projects
Exploration Commons
Thursday, January 23, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Check out the in-the-hoop projects you can do on the Bernina 535 Embroidery Machine. In this demo class, learn how you can use the embroidery machine to make bookmarks, gift tags, greeting cards, zipper bags, stuffed toys, photo frames, and more. We will review the different in-the-hoop projects available in our OESD design collection, discuss where to find additional files, and walk through an in-the-hoop project.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, January 23, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Check out the in-the-hoop projects you can do on the Bernina 535 Embroidery Machine. In this demo class, learn how you can use the embroidery machine to make bookmarks, gift tags, greeting cards, zipper bags, stuffed toys, photo frames, and more. We will review the different in-the-hoop projects available in our OESD design collection, discuss where to find additional files, and walk through an in-the-hoop project.
Intro to Laser Cutting
Exploration Commons
Monday, January 27, 2025 - 12:30pm - 3:30pm
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.
Exploration Commons
Monday, January 27, 2025 - 12:30pm - 3:30pm
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.
National Chocolate Cake Day
Exploration Commons
Monday, January 27, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 13 - 18
Registration and more information
Celebrate National Chocolate Day in our teaching kitchen with a cake decorating class! Teens are invited to register to create a chocolate-filled, frosted, drizzled, and decorated cake. Each registration is for one teen and one cake.
Exploration Commons
Monday, January 27, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 13 - 18
Registration and more information
Celebrate National Chocolate Day in our teaching kitchen with a cake decorating class! Teens are invited to register to create a chocolate-filled, frosted, drizzled, and decorated cake. Each registration is for one teen and one cake.
Sewing Skills: Fabric Cutting
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 - 9:30am - 12:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Learn to use traditional and updated techniques and tools for preparing and cutting fabric. You will leave with the confidence to use a rotary cutter and mat as well as traditional cutting tools. This is a beginner-friendly class; no sewing experience is required.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 - 9:30am - 12:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Learn to use traditional and updated techniques and tools for preparing and cutting fabric. You will leave with the confidence to use a rotary cutter and mat as well as traditional cutting tools. This is a beginner-friendly class; no sewing experience is required.
Basic Knife Skills
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 - 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
This hands-on class will cover everything you need to know about caring for your knives and how to use them. You'll learn how to chop, dice, and mince and get plenty of practice with other professional cuts. This is a beginner class.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 - 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
This hands-on class will cover everything you need to know about caring for your knives and how to use them. You'll learn how to chop, dice, and mince and get plenty of practice with other professional cuts. This is a beginner class.
Soundscaping: Intro to FL Studio and Roland Keyboard
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Learn the basics of music creation with an intro to FL Studio and a look into a few of the unique features of our own Roland FP-90X keyboard.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Learn the basics of music creation with an intro to FL Studio and a look into a few of the unique features of our own Roland FP-90X keyboard.
Breakfast for Dinner: Breakfast Burritos
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
A delightful twist on dinner! Join us as we make breakfast burritos filled with crispy breakfast potatoes, breakfast sausage, and eggs, all wrapped up in a tortilla. Participants will make their very own breakfast burrito.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
A delightful twist on dinner! Join us as we make breakfast burritos filled with crispy breakfast potatoes, breakfast sausage, and eggs, all wrapped up in a tortilla. Participants will make their very own breakfast burrito.
Gnocchi with Browned Butter and Sage
Exploration Commons
Thursday, January 30, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
In this hands-on class, participants will make a batch of tender gnocchi to toss in browned butter and sage.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, January 30, 2025 - 11:00am - 12:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
In this hands-on class, participants will make a batch of tender gnocchi to toss in browned butter and sage.
Making Customized Chocolate for Valentine's Day
Exploration Commons
Thursday, January 30, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Customize chocolates for yourself or your valentine in this two-session class! In session one, we'll create our designs in Fusion 360 and learn about the 3D printing process. In session two, we'll utilize our 3D prints and the makerspace's Vaquform machines to create custom molds. Then, we'll head to the teaching kitchen to learn how to mold chocolate and make our custom chocolates.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, January 30, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Customize chocolates for yourself or your valentine in this two-session class! In session one, we'll create our designs in Fusion 360 and learn about the 3D printing process. In session two, we'll utilize our 3D prints and the makerspace's Vaquform machines to create custom molds. Then, we'll head to the teaching kitchen to learn how to mold chocolate and make our custom chocolates.
Brunch with Andrea Berstler
Exploration Commons
Friday, January 31, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Join CCPL's Executive Director Andrea Berstler to make homemade sausage gravy and scratch biscuits.
Exploration Commons
Friday, January 31, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Join CCPL's Executive Director Andrea Berstler to make homemade sausage gravy and scratch biscuits.
Intro to Adobe Illustrator
Exploration Commons
Saturday, February 1, 2025 - 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Learn the basic features of Adobe Illustrator. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and explore the program through hands-on instruction. No experience is required!
Exploration Commons
Saturday, February 1, 2025 - 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Learn the basic features of Adobe Illustrator. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and explore the program through hands-on instruction. No experience is required!
Cooking for Wellness: Tempeh Teriyaki
Exploration Commons
Monday, February 3, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
It’s time to broaden your protein horizons for Heart Health Month. Research supports embracing plant-based proteins to support a healthy heart, and while tofu isn’t everyone's favorite texture, there are plenty of other whole food sources of plant protein. Tempeh is an excellent choice and the perfect pairing for discussing a heart-healthy diet. This class is provided through The Partnership for a Healthier Carroll County and Carroll Hospital.
Exploration Commons
Monday, February 3, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
It’s time to broaden your protein horizons for Heart Health Month. Research supports embracing plant-based proteins to support a healthy heart, and while tofu isn’t everyone's favorite texture, there are plenty of other whole food sources of plant protein. Tempeh is an excellent choice and the perfect pairing for discussing a heart-healthy diet. This class is provided through The Partnership for a Healthier Carroll County and Carroll Hospital.
Adobe Illustrator: Beyond the Basics
Exploration Commons
Monday, February 3, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for a comprehensive two-session Adobe Illustrator program where we further explore the software's capabilities and build on our existing knowledge. Because this class explores more advanced functionality, it is strongly recommended that participants take our Intro to Adobe Illustrator class or complete the following prerequisite videos before the class.
Exploration Commons
Monday, February 3, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Join us for a comprehensive two-session Adobe Illustrator program where we further explore the software's capabilities and build on our existing knowledge. Because this class explores more advanced functionality, it is strongly recommended that participants take our Intro to Adobe Illustrator class or complete the following prerequisite videos before the class.
Intro to Laser Cutting
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:30pm
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.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:30pm
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.
Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0)
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 14 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.
If you've never touched a sewing machine or a sewing needle, or if it's been years since you've sewed, and you need a refresher on the basics, then this class is for you.
Prerequisite: None
Materials: A sewing machine and all necessary materials will be provided.
Gnocchi with Browned Butter and Sage
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
In this hands-on class, participants will make a batch of tender gnocchi to toss in browned butter and sage.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
In this hands-on class, participants will make a batch of tender gnocchi to toss in browned butter and sage.
Design a Battle of the Books Team Shirt
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Create a custom design for your Battle of the Books team shirts. Learn to make a simple one-color design in Adobe Illustrator and review the options for applying your design to a shirt. We will review the pros and cons of different materials and processes, learn essential tips to avoid frustration when making the shirts, and briefly discuss how you can add more style to your design. You will leave class with a basic design file that can be cut on a cutting machine at home or later in the makerspace (bring a USB thumb drive to class or be prepared to save your file to the cloud for future access).
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Create a custom design for your Battle of the Books team shirts. Learn to make a simple one-color design in Adobe Illustrator and review the options for applying your design to a shirt. We will review the pros and cons of different materials and processes, learn essential tips to avoid frustration when making the shirts, and briefly discuss how you can add more style to your design. You will leave class with a basic design file that can be cut on a cutting machine at home or later in the makerspace (bring a USB thumb drive to class or be prepared to save your file to the cloud for future access).
This program is for adults only; each team may bring up to two adults to the program, but only one person per team should register.
Design a Battle of the Books Team Shirt
Exploration Commons
Thursday, February 6, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Create a custom design for your Battle of the Books team shirts. Learn to make a simple one-color design in Adobe Illustrator and review the options for applying your design to a shirt. We will review the pros and cons of different materials and processes, learn essential tips to avoid frustration when making the shirts, and briefly discuss how you can add more style to your design. You will leave class with a basic design file that can be cut on a cutting machine at home or later in the makerspace (bring a USB thumb drive to class or be prepared to save your file to the cloud for future access).
Exploration Commons
Thursday, February 6, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
Registration and more information
Create a custom design for your Battle of the Books team shirts. Learn to make a simple one-color design in Adobe Illustrator and review the options for applying your design to a shirt. We will review the pros and cons of different materials and processes, learn essential tips to avoid frustration when making the shirts, and briefly discuss how you can add more style to your design. You will leave class with a basic design file that can be cut on a cutting machine at home or later in the makerspace (bring a USB thumb drive to class or be prepared to save your file to the cloud for future access).
This program is for adults only; each team may bring up to two adults to the program, but only one person per team should register.
Making Customized Chocolate for Valentine's Day
Exploration Commons
Thursday, February 6, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Customize chocolates for yourself or your valentine in this two-session class! In session one, we'll create our designs in Fusion 360 and learn about the 3D printing process. In session two, we'll utilize our 3D prints and the makerspace's Vaquform machines to create custom molds. Then, we'll head to the teaching kitchen to learn how to mold chocolate and make our custom chocolates.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, February 6, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Customize chocolates for yourself or your valentine in this two-session class! In session one, we'll create our designs in Fusion 360 and learn about the 3D printing process. In session two, we'll utilize our 3D prints and the makerspace's Vaquform machines to create custom molds. Then, we'll head to the teaching kitchen to learn how to mold chocolate and make our custom chocolates.
Independent Project Design: Video Editing Workshop
Exploration Commons
Friday, February 7, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Do you have a video project you wish to edit together but are unsure where to start? This is the class for you! Unlike our other classes, which just cover the introduction to video editing software, this class is specifically oriented to giving you one-on-one assistance.
Exploration Commons
Friday, February 7, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Do you have a video project you wish to edit together but are unsure where to start? This is the class for you! Unlike our other classes, which just cover the introduction to video editing software, this class is specifically oriented to giving you one-on-one assistance.
During this orientation session, we'll review your current situation and the results you're looking to achieve. You will work on this project on your own time and have access to up to two one-on-one sessions to review progress, discuss challenges, and get support for moving forward.
Participants are responsible for bringing their video footage to be looked over.
