Upcoming Events
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Learn to Solder
Monday, April 6, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:30amAges: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Soldering is fun and fundamental to a wide assortment of 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 simple circuit.
Cooking for Wellness: Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner
Monday, April 6, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pmAges: 15 - Adults, Adults
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Enjoy an easy, one-pan dinner featuring spring vegetables and Mediterranean flavors. This recipe will be accompanied by a presentation on the Mediterranean diet by a registered dietitian. This class is provided through our partnership with Carroll Hospital.
Lemon Chicken with Angel Hair Pasta
Monday, April 6, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:00pmAges: Adults
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Join us for a hands-on cooking class! We will learn how to make this classic dish of lightly egg-battered chicken breasts with a savory butter, lemon, and white wine sauce. It's sure to impress!
Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0)
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:30pmAges: 16 - Adults, Adults
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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.
Teens Bake: Apple Cider Donuts
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:30pmAges: 12 - 18
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Join us on a day off from school for a hands-on kitchen class! We’ll make Baked Apple Cider Donuts and learn basic baking skills.
Intro to Laser Cutting
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:30pmAges: 12 - Adults, Adults
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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.
Engraving Handwriting: Laser Engraved Recipe Cards
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pmAges: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Create a kitchen keepsake by turning a handwritten recipe into an engraved wooden recipe card! We'll learn some of the basics of Adobe Illustrator and utilize scanning to bring our handwritten recipes into a digital, engravable format. Participants should bring two handwritten recipes on index cards (maximum of one double-sided card per recipe) and will make two engraved recipe cards during this class. Exploration Commons Laser Certification is encouraged but not required prior to attending this class. This class does not result in independent laser cutter use certification.
Creating Jewelry with Makerspace Technology
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:00pmAges: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Learn about the types of jewelry you can make with our makerspace technology. We will review the available equipment, selecting appropriate materials, and setting up design files for success. Using Adobe Illustrator and the Epilog Fusion Pro Laser, participants will make either a pair of earrings or a necklace to take home. This is an introductory-level program; no previous experience with design software or laser cutting (or certification) is required.
POP UP! Quiche Lorraine and Salad
Thursday, April 9, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:00pmAges: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Join us for a POP UP kitchen class! Each participant will prepare a full pan of traditional Quiche Lorraine. While our quiches bake, we'll toss up a tasty salad and house-made dressing to enjoy with a piece of quiche.
POSTPONED: Library for the Blind and Print Disabled Cooking Program
Thursday, April 9, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:30pmAges: 13 - Adults, Adults
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PROGRAM BEING RESCHDULED: Join us for a live, in-person, hands-on cooking class with local restaurant owner Jasmin Sarabia! Co-owner of Restaurant La Jarochita, Jasmin and her family focus on traditional Mexican cuisine, sharing Mexican traditions, and community engagement. Sarabia is a graduate of Carroll Community College, a human resources generalist, and a chef, and is passionate about community.
The restaurant's other co-owners, Antonio and Epifania, have dedicated more than 20+ years to serving the community in Carroll County through various projects and businesses.
Register for this program through the Library for the Blind and Print Disabled.
The program can accommodate 15 people, and LBPD patrons will receive priority. No guests are permitted at this time. Transportation to and from the event will not be provided. A waitlist will be available once 15 people have registered.
This program is being held in conjunction with Carroll County Public Library's Exploration Commons at 50 East Main Street, Westminster, Maryland, 21157.
Check back or contact either location for additional information.
Healthy & Fast Weeknight Dinner
Friday, April 10, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:30pmAges: 15 - Adults, Adults
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Discover an easy, high-protein meal, Fish en Papillote, that uses a simple cooking technique that keeps fish tender and flavorful. In this hands-on class, you'll create a light dinner that feels restaurant-worthy but fits into any busy weeknight.
Engraved Leatherette Trays
Saturday, April 11, 2026 - 1:30pm - 4:00pmAges: 16 - Adults, Adults
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In this program, attendees will design custom artwork to be engraved on leatherette trays for board games, to hold trinkets, and much more.
Adobe Illustrator Skill Builder: Tools & Shortcuts
Monday, April 13, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pmAges: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Boost your speed and confidence in Adobe Illustrator with this hands-on class focused on essential tools and time-saving shortcuts. Gain a solid understanding of Illustrator features and keyboard shortcuts to help you create vector designs more efficiently. This class is ideal for those looking to streamline the design process for makerspace projects. Attendees should have a basic understanding of Illustrator and some experience creating independent projects.
Cook Together: Easy Lasagna Roll Ups
Monday, April 13, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:00pmAges: 6 - 17
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In this family-friendly class, we will make delicious lasagna roll-ups and will enjoy our meal together in the kitchen. This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:
At least one child aged 6–17
At least one adult
The remaining two spots in the group may be filled by additional participants aged 6 or older or left unfilled.
Making for Seniors: Introduction to Podcasting
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pmAges: Adults
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Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating! Join us for a walk-through of our podcasting equipment and software to get you started using our Audio/Video Lab!
Intro to Carvera CNC
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 1:00pm - 4:00pmAges: 12 - Adults, Adults
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This two-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine. This class will cover project design utilizing Makera's congruent software, MakeraCAM, along with other compatible software available at Exploration Commons. The first session may end earlier than the given time.
Successful completion of the Prerequisite Module for the In-Person Carvera CNC Class is required prior to attending this class.
At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete this program will be certified to use Exploration Commons' Carvera CNC machine. 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 Carvera CNC
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 - 1:00pm - 4:00pmAges: 12 - Adults, Adults
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This two-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine. This class will cover project design utilizing Makera's congruent software, MakeraCAM, along with other compatible software available at Exploration Commons. The first session may end earlier than the given time.
Successful completion of the Prerequisite Module for the In-Person Carvera CNC Class is required prior to attending this class.
At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete this program will be certified to use Exploration Commons' Carvera CNC machine. Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the laser independently.
Savory Spiral Rolls
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:00pmAges: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Learn how to make savory spiral rolls. Participants will learn basic dough preparation and how to layer herbs, cheeses, and savory fillings to create rolls that are perfect as sides, snacks, or appetizers. No prior baking experience is needed.
Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Small Messenger Bag (Class 7)
Thursday, April 16, 2026 - 9:30am - 12:30pmAges: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn to sew a gusset into a bag with rounded corners. Practice how to sew and insert a cross-body handle into the bag.
Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification
Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided.
About Beginner Sewing Level 1: These classes introduce new or less experienced sewists to beginning sewing information and resources with hands-on practice.
Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes introduce and practice the following skills:
- basic sewing tools
- cutting, measuring, and marking fabric
- pressing with an iron
- basting and sewing
You can take Level 1 classes in any order, but beginners will benefit most by taking the first three classes, Class 1, 2, and 3, in sequence.
Lemon Chicken with Angel Hair Pasta
Thursday, April 16, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pmAges: Adults
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Join us for a hands-on cooking class! We will learn how to make this classic dish of lightly egg-battered chicken breasts with a savory butter, lemon, and white wine sauce. It's sure to impress!
Intro to MakeraCAM
Thursday, April 16, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pmAges: 12 - Adults, Adults
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In this class we will go over MakeraCAM, the base design software for using our Carvera CNC! Become more familiar with the user interface and available tools. CNC Certification is not required for taking this course.
Intro to Adobe Illustrator
Friday, April 17, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:30pmAges: 14 - Adults, Adults
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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.
