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Writers Studio: NaNoWriMo

Writing the Middle of the Novel
2024-11-18 19:00:00 2024-11-18 20:00:00 America/New_York Writers Studio: NaNoWriMo We are halfway through your National Novel Writing Month novel (or almost halfway there). Join other NaNoWriMo participants as we discuss what needs to take place during the middle of the story. Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult

Monday, November 18
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-18 19:00:00 2024-11-18 20:00:00 America/New_York Writers Studio: NaNoWriMo We are halfway through your National Novel Writing Month novel (or almost halfway there). Join other NaNoWriMo participants as we discuss what needs to take place during the middle of the story. Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult

Virtual

Virtual - Mobile Adult

We are halfway through your National Novel Writing Month novel (or almost halfway there). Join other NaNoWriMo participants as we discuss what needs to take place during the middle of the story.

Rugs should be pulled out from under heroes’ feet. Protagonists should fall in love. Don’t save that huge twist for the ending, shake things up early on. Writers of all experience levels welcome.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Writing Workshop |

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Virtual
Phone: 410-887-0238
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM

Mon, Dec 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 13 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 14 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 15 Closed
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Event Guidelines
  • Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Notice of eight business days prior to the event is requested.
  • For youth and family programs, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Upcoming Events

Public Benefits Assistance
Wed, Dec 11, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
Meet with a social worker and get connected with resources and referrals. A Maryland Certified Navigator is also available to assist with Medicare and Medicaid questions and enrollment.
Workforce Development - Drop-in Job Help
Wed, Dec 11, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Baltimore County Workforce Development career counselors are available to help with resumes, cover letters, job searching or general computer help.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Dec 11, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Sensory Story Time
Wed, Dec 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgement-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Books and Conversation
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Playful
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play activities as your child builds communication, early learning and reading skills.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Playful
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play stations as your child builds communication, early learning and reading skills.
Express Yourself
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
History Room Research Hours
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Catonsville Branch - History Room
Visit the history room to view exhibits or research Catonsville's rich history. A librarian is available to assist you. For in-depth research, a My Librarian appointment is recommended.
Small Business Counseling
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Registration is now closed
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Music and Movement
Wed, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch
Introduce your child to the world of music, featuring Kirsten from The Music Space.
Sensory Social - Libraries for All
Wed, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Parents, Babies and Breastfeeding Support Group
Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Parents, siblings and support partners are invited to discuss the adventures of parenthood, developmental milestones and receive breastfeeding support from a Certified Lactation Counselor.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Small Business Counseling
Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Point Branch
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Registration is now closed
Books and Conversation
Wed, Dec 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Share books that you have read and discover new titles for you to read.
Small Business Counseling
Wed, Dec 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
North Point Branch
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Registration is now closed
Arbutus History Room - Drop-in Hours
Wed, Dec 11, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arbutus Branch
The Friends of the Arbutus Library history files are available for browsing and research on the second Wednesday of each month. Volunteers are on hand to assist.
Harm Reduction - Narcan Training
Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Receive free training in recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using Narcan. This is a drop-in training.
Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)
Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Small Business Counseling
Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Point Branch
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Registration is now closed
Book Bingo
Wed, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Bingo with a twist where we use book titles from the mystery genre to play. Discover a new book to read and a chance to win a book.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Teen Time
Wed, Dec 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Teen Time
Wed, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Beyond the Bell
Wed, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.
College Cash - Find It, Get It, Manage It
Wed, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Covers all the ins and outs of financial planning for college, from securing federal and state aid to ensuring that your applications for private aid are as advantageous as possible.
Holiday Bingo
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Need a last-minute holiday gift for that special someone? Come play traditional bingo to win a gift. First come, first served with limited seating. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.
Mario Kart Tournament - Teen Gaming
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Test your skills against other teens in our video game tournaments. The winner of each tournament receives a gift card.
Registration is now closed
Food: Fact or Fiction - How to Make Sense of It All
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Advice about what you should and shouldn't eat changes daily. Find out how to make sense of website and social media information about nutrition, including how to determine credible sources. 
Arbutus Trading Card League
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Play, trade and strategize with your favorite card games. Bring friends and meet new players as you hone your skills to build competitive or casual decks in games like Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh!
Trivia Night
Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Have fun and compete to win prizes with other trivia fans.
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
Registration is now closed
Plant-Based Eating and Food Prep - Holiday Survival
Wed, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Plant-based food educators and cookbook authors Robin Coarts and Jules Schnedeker help participants navigate food festivities and create a survival plan for making healthy and delicious choices.
Registration is now closed
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Dec 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Meet With BCPS Birth to Five Services
Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Owings Mills Branch
Learn about early intervention and special education programs provided by Baltimore County Public Schools Birth to Five Services.
Conozca los servicios de Birth to Five de BCPS
Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Owings Mills Branch
Obtenga más información sobre los programas de intervención temprana y educación especial que ofrecen los servicios Birth to Five de las Escuelas Públicas del condado de Baltimore.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
SNAP Benefits Tabling
Thu, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Point Branch
A CCBC SNAP Benefits Eligibility Specialist speaks with you about SNAP, provides materials and can schedule a phone meeting to complete your online SNAP application.
Pop-Up Cinema - A Haunting in Venice
Thu, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Retired and living in self-imposed exile, Poirot reluctantly attends a séance at a decaying, haunted palazzo. A murder at the séance forces the detective to investigate. (PG-13; 1 hour 43 minutes)
Recording Studio Basics Training
Thu, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
Ready, Set, Duel - Pokémon
Thu, Dec 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Get ready, trading card game fans, it's time to duel.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Thu, Dec 12, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Teen Time
Thu, Dec 12, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Teen Time
Thu, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Beyond the Bell
Thu, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Thu, Dec 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Teen Game Night
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
North Point Branch
Hang out, play and learn from each other. Board games and D&D materials provided. All experience levels welcome.
Knit and Stitch
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.
Tween Reads - Graphic Novel Book Club
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Towson Branch
Join us for a lively discussion of Guts by Raina Telgemeier and Buzzing by Samuel Sattin. Feel free to bring a favorite graphic novel to discuss with new friends.
Paint Night
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Learn the basics to paint a snowy scene using acrylic paint. Materials provided.
Pop-Up Story Time - Buttons
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Enjoy a fun-filled evening with stories and songs.
Cancelled
Taylor Swift Bracelet Party
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Jam out to Taylor's music while making friendship bracelets and hanging with other Swifties.
Reisterstown Readers Book Club
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman.
Prince: Icon - With Steve Parke
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Award-winning illustrator, designer and photographer Steve Parke shares stories of his time as Prince's in-house art director at Paisley Park and introduces his new book, Prince: Icon.
How to Sell on Poshmark
Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Learn the ins and outs of starting a business or side hustle with the Poshmark reseller app.
Practice English at the Library
Thu, Dec 12, 7:15pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Public Assistance Benefits
Fri, Dec 13, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Arbutus Branch
A social worker from Healthcare for the Homeless is available for one-on-one assistance.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to learn and create.
Cancelled
Small Business Counseling
Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Express Yourself
Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Conozca los servicios de Birth to Five de BCPS
Fri, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Parkville-Carney Branch
Obtenga más información sobre los programas de intervención temprana y educación especial que ofrecen los servicios Birth to Five de las Escuelas Públicas del condado de Baltimore.
Meet With BCPS Birth to Five Services
Fri, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Learn about early intervention and special education programs provided by Baltimore County Public Schools Birth to Five Services.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Dec 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cancelled
Small Business Counseling
Fri, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Cancelled
Small Business Counseling
Fri, Dec 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Cancelled
Small Business Counseling
Fri, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Food: Fact or Fiction - How to Make Sense of It All   
Fri, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Advice about what you should and shouldn't eat changes daily. Find out how to make sense of website and social media information about nutrition, including how to determine credible sources.
Knit and Stitch
Fri, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects and learn from each other. All skill levels and varieties of needlework welcome. Bring your own supplies.
Teen Time
Fri, Dec 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Teen Time
Fri, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Beyond the Bell
Fri, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.
Paws to Read
Fri, Dec 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to one of our therapy dogs.
Holiday Craft
Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Join us for holiday crafting.
The Edgar Allan Poe Teen Writers Club
Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Conference Room
Meet other writers, polish your craft and share your work in a supportive group with an adult facilitator. All genres and skill levels welcome.
LEGO Fun
Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
DIY Geode Coaster
Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Learn about how these stunning crystals are formed and create your own geode-style coaster out of felt.
Cancelled
Family and Friends Story Time
Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lansdowne Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
LEGO Fun
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Winter Musical Celebration
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
The Maryland Military Band presents a family-friendly winter concert to help celebrate this festive time of year. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library.
Holiday Concert With Camerata Musica
Sat, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Towson Branch
Camerata Musica, an energetic group of singers who specialize in madrigal pieces with rich harmonies, performs a seasonal set for the winter holidays.
Paws to Read
Sat, Dec 14, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Register your shy or reluctant reader to read to a lovable pet from Pets on Wheels. They are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners. Registration required. Contact branch to register.
Artist Hour
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Calling all young artists. Use your imagination to create your very own masterpiece. Supplies provided.
Junior Marketplace
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Kids ages 5-7 get a fun, hands-on introduction to starting their own "business."
Holiday Craft for Kids
Sat, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Join us for a fun holiday craft. Then, head across the street to the Poplar Place tree lighting organized by the Eastern Regional Lions Club.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Dec 16, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Small Business Counseling
Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team. One appointment per person, per month.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Small Business Counseling
Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team. One appointment per person, per month.
Emerging Infectious Disease Unit
Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 3:00pm
North Point Branch
The Emerging Infectious Disease Unit provides referrals to resources and services for known diseases through the Health Department.
Meet With BCPS Birth to Five Services
Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Catonsville Branch
Learn about early intervention and special education programs provided by Baltimore County Public Schools Birth to Five Services.
Conozca los servicios de Birth to Five de BCPS
Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Catonsville Branch
Obtenga más información sobre los programas de intervención temprana y educación especial que ofrecen los servicios Birth to Five de las Escuelas Públicas del condado de Baltimore.
Small Business Counseling
Mon, Dec 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team. One appointment per person, per month.
Small Business Counseling
Mon, Dec 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team. One appointment per person, per month.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Mon, Dec 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Movie Mondays for Tweens and Teens
Mon, Dec 16, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Join us every Monday as we screen a movie. This week, watch Greta Gerwig's Little Women (2019). (PG; 2 hours, 15 minutes)
Teen Time
Mon, Dec 16, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Mock Interviews for Teens
Mon, Dec 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Participate in 10-minute-long practice interviews to gain valuable experience with the interview process. First come, first served. Light refreshments provided.
Teen Time
Mon, Dec 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Monday Crafternoon
Mon, Dec 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday afternoon for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Beyond the Bell
Mon, Dec 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.
Chill Time
Mon, Dec 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Just chill. Anyone ages 13-18 is welcome in our Teen Space from 3-4 p.m. We'll have some snacks and a low-key activity, but feel free to chill on the couch and play Switch or PS5.
DIY Winter Scene Painting
Mon, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Join us for DIY winter scene painting. Supplies provided.
Wrap and Roll
Mon, Dec 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Are there sneaky present-peekers at home? Bring in your gifts and wrapping supplies and utilize our space to wrap presents in tranquility.
Crafting and Conversation - Wrap It Up
Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Calling all wrappers. Join us for an evening of wrapping, learning and socializing in a relaxed atmosphere. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
PokéMonday
Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Calling trainers of all ages. Join us once a month for a variety of activities, including crafts, gaming and trading. Bring your own PokéGear and hang with other trainers.
Knitting Night
Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join other knitters and stitchers for a night of conversation and needlework. This meetup is held in the magazine reading area.
Crochet Introduction and Social
Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Learn to knit or bring your current project. Materials provided for free; first come, first served. Light refreshments available. Beginners are encouraged; all levels of experience welcome.
Practice English at the Library
Mon, Dec 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language. 
Be Social - Libraries for All
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Open History Room
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch
Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's days of yore, research your family history or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection. 
Computers for Beginners
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Learn computer basics and improve your typing. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Express Yourself
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Dec 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.  
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Stories and More - A Story and Craft Hour
Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
Pikesville Branch
Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for a story and craft. This month: Detective Dog by Julia Donaldson.
Help for the Homeless
Tue, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
Are you or someone you know experiencing homelessness in Baltimore County? Meet with a social worker from Prologue, Inc. and develop a plan to remove barriers toward housing.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Tue, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Teen Time Tuesdays
Tue, Dec 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Relax after school and take part in a fun activity or craft.
Teen Gaming
Tue, Dec 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop by the meeting room for teen gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.
Teen Time
Tue, Dec 17, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Be Involved
Tue, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Teen Area
Join us in the Teen Room every Tuesday to create items to be donated to Meals on Wheels. Help others and earn service-learning hours.
Teen Time
Tue, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Beyond the Bell
Tue, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.
Smoking Cessation
Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
North Point Branch
The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program is staffing a table on the public floor to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.
Anime Club
Tue, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Tue, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Anime Club for Teens
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Third Tuesday Poker Club
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Join your fellow players to play popular zero stakes or "non-monetary" poker-related card games.
Baltimore's Holiday Season
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Local historian Jack Burkert talks about Baltimore's diverse holiday celebrations. The season offers a chance to enjoy the customary holiday traditions with a few that are unique.
Owings Mills Book Club
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Women by Kristin Hannah.
The Endless Refrain - With David Rowell
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Journalist David Rowell talks about his new book, The Endless Refrain, which looks at how streaming services change how we discover new music and why many listeners are turning to classic hits.
Sit and Stitch
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other. All skill levels and varieties of needlework welcome.
Pajama Story Time
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Upcycled Greeting Cards
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Do you have piles of old greeting cards that are just too precious to throw away or recycle? Preserve the memories by upcycling your cards into something useful and beautiful at this festive program.
Public Benefits Assistance
Wed, Dec 18, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
Meet with a social worker and get connected with resources and referrals. A Maryland Certified Navigator is also available to assist with Medicare and Medicaid questions and enrollment.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Dec 18, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Sensory Story Time
Wed, Dec 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgement-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Playful
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play activities as your child builds communication, early learning and reading skills.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
History Room Research Hours
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Catonsville Branch - History Room
Visit the history room to view exhibits or research Catonsville's rich history. A librarian is available to assist you. For in-depth research, a My Librarian appointment is recommended.
BiblioBOP
Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Explore dancing, shaking and singing your sillies out at this movement-based program. Older siblings welcome.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Build With Us
Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Bring your creativity and build with different materials.
Parents, Babies and Breastfeeding Support Group
Wed, Dec 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Parents, siblings and support partners are invited to discuss the adventures of parenthood, developmental milestones and receive breastfeeding support from a Certified Lactation Counselor.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Dec 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Dec 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cómo construir un puntaje e historial de crédito positivo
Wed, Dec 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Hoy en día, un crédito sólido es importante para acceder a un préstamo hipotecario, préstamos personales, alquilar un apartamento y más.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Harm Reduction - Narcan Training
Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
Receive free training in recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using Narcan. This is a drop-in training.
Any Book Book Club - Theme: Mystery
Wed, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Read a book you have an interest in for book club. The only criteria are to discuss a book you have read from the chosen theme and have a desire to discover new books to read.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Teen Time
Wed, Dec 18, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Teen Time
Wed, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Yoga for Beginners
Wed, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness.
Beyond the Bell
Wed, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.
SNAP Outreach Presented by CAN
Wed, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Randallstown Branch
A specialist from CAN (Community Assistance Network) provides one-on-one assistance with SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) eligibility and re-determinations.
Adult Craft and Create - Holiday Taper Candles
Wed, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Create pieces of fun holiday décor by painting unique designs on taper candles to give as a gift or keep for yourself. Supplies provided.
History Book Group & Towson Book Club Holiday Social
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Flee North: A Forgotten Hero and the Fight for Freedom in Slavery's Borderland with the author, Scott Shane. Light refreshments available.
Sit and Stitch Meetup
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Share your love of traditional needle arts or be introduced to something new.
MWA Teen Writers Group
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area
Join us for the Maryland Writers' Association's free monthly teen writing program. Author and instructor Johanna Greenlaw presents fun writing exercises, techniques, group workshops and more.
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Be Crafty - Puzzle Art
Wed, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Explore your creative side. Join us for a guided craft or DIY project. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
This event is full
Recording Studio Basics Training
Wed, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Music Meetup
Wed, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Calling all music lovers. Join us for a lively discussion about the songs we love.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Dec 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Dec 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Small Business Counseling
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
This event is full
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Totally Untidy Toddler Time
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses. A change of clothes is recommended.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Meet With BCPS Birth to Five Services
Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Learn about early intervention and special education programs provided by Baltimore County Public Schools Birth to Five Services.
Conozca los servicios de Birth to Five de BCPS
Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Essex Branch
Obtenga más información sobre los programas de intervención temprana y educación especial que ofrecen los servicios Birth to Five de las Escuelas Públicas del condado de Baltimore.
Small Business Counseling
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Small Business Counseling
Thu, Dec 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)
Thu, Dec 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Small Business Counseling
Thu, Dec 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Thu, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Thu, Dec 19, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Teen Time
Thu, Dec 19, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Teen Time
Thu, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Beyond the Bell
Thu, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.
Gaming Hour
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Hang out and battle your friends on Nintendo Switch. For ages 9 and up.
Writing Group
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Whether you're an indie author, a sometime poet or a budding novelist, participate in this workshop for monthly discussion and practice. Bring out your best work to share in a supportive setting.
Knit and Stitch
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.
Woodlawn Page Turners - You Make It Feel Like Christmas
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of You Make It Feel Like Christmas by Toni Shiloh.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
A drop-in Dungeons & Dragons adventure. Beginners and veterans welcome. Materials provided.
Thirsty Third Thursdays Book Club and Mocktails
Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Indulge as we explore sizzling romance novels while sipping chilled mocktails. Join us for a lively discussion of Season of Love by Helena Greer and a refreshing mocktail.
Bingo
Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Join us for an exciting night of bingo. A pleasant time to meet others, enjoy playing bingo and, for the lucky winners, prizes.
Books & Brews - A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Heavy Seas Taproom - Purple Lounge
Join us at the Heavy Seas Taproom and enjoy a cold beer and conversation.
Practice English at the Library
Thu, Dec 19, 7:15pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Emerging Infectious Disease Unit
Fri, Dec 20, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Cockeysville Branch
The EIDU brings a little bit of information on different programs with their main focus being COVID-19 and any other infectious diseases.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Dec 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Dec 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Fri, Dec 20, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Dec 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Teen Time
Fri, Dec 20, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Fri, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 2
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Yoga for Beginners
Fri, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. This program can be modified for those wanting to use a chair. Yoga mat optional.
Bingo Day
Fri, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Play bingo and win prizes. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
Gingerbread Build-Off
Fri, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Grab some gum drops and frosting because it's time to construct the gingerbread house of your dreams. Supplies are limited; first come, first served. Recommended for late elementary and tweens.
Creative Card Making
Fri, Dec 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Make your own greeting cards for any occasion. Supplies provided; first-come, first-served.
History Room Research Hours
Sat, Dec 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Catonsville Branch - History Room
Visit the history room to view exhibits or research Catonsville's rich history. A librarian is available to assist you. For in-depth research, a My Librarian appointment is recommended.
Hereford Brass Celebrate Sounds of the Season
Sat, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Enjoy the melodious, magical sound of brass this holiday season.
Early Explorers
Sat, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Join us each month for a delightful and educational program specially crafted for the youngest members of our community.
Winter Solstice Fun
Sat, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Join us for seasonal stories and a fun lantern craft as we celebrate the winter solstice.
The Magic of a Book
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room
Magician Mike Rose presents an entertaining and motivational magic show that is all about reading and the love of books.
Make a Model Human Hand
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Learn a little bit about how the human hand works while making an articulated and retractable model craft.
Connecting Threads
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
Hang out at the branch for a monthly sewing and knitting group.
Uke Can Play Ukulele
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Towson Branch
Learn the history of the ukulele and enjoy a brief lesson for beginners.
Get Your Poetry On
Sat, Dec 21, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Monkton playwright and poet Robert Bowie Jr. and guest presenter Michael Fallon facilitate this group designed for those who enjoy reading, discussing and writing poetry.
Paws to Read
Sat, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Children's Area
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to one of our therapy dogs.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Dec 23, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Craft Time
Mon, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
We provide the materials and you provide the creativity.
Turtle Dance Music
Mon, Dec 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
A show that engages children with comedy, bubbles, music technology and children's stories that foster literacy, storytelling and a lifelong love of the local library.
The Magic of a Book
Mon, Dec 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Magician Mike Rose presents an entertaining and motivational magic show that is all about reading and the love of books.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Dec 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Holiday Sing-Along
Mon, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Sing and dance to tunes from your favorite animated movies and craft your own snowman with a special guest.
The Three Not-So-Little Pigs
Mon, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
The wolf is a vegetarian and the pigs jam on rock and roll guitars. This show offers an offbeat version of the classic children's tale that's as much fun for the adults as it is for the kids.
Make a Snow Globe
Mon, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Create a small snow globe using glitter and a jar. Materials provided.
Cancelled
Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction
Mon, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
The Baltimore County Department of Health is offering free, on-the-spot opioid overdose response training on recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using intranasal naloxone.
Cancelled
Free HIV and Hepatitis C Testing - Provided by Baltimore County Department of Health
Mon, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
The Baltimore County Department of Health Harm Reduction Program is on site offering free HIV and Hepatitis C testing.
Turtle Dance Music
Mon, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
A show that engages children with comedy, bubbles, music technology and children's stories that foster literacy, storytelling and a lifelong love of the local library.
Movie Mondays for Tweens and Teens
Mon, Dec 23, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Join us every Monday as we screen a movie. This week, watch Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993). (PG; 1 hour, 16 minutes)
Monday Crafternoon
Mon, Dec 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday afternoon for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Board Game Night
Mon, Dec 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Hang out and play some board games.
Knitting Introduction and Social
Mon, Dec 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Learn to knit and meet others who craft. Beginners are encouraged; all levels of experience welcome. Materials provided for free; first come, first served. Light refreshments available.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Dec 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Thu, Dec 26, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Dec 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Turtle Dance Music
Thu, Dec 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
A show that engages children with comedy, bubbles, music technology and children's stories that foster literacy, storytelling and a lifelong love of the local library.
Glowforge for Kids
Thu, Dec 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Make and decorate fun crafts using a Glowforge laser cutter.
Cookie Decorating
Thu, Dec 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Unleash your inner artist to transform cookies into edible works of art. Let your imagination run wild as you decorate and try your creations. Supplies provided; limited to the first 20 in attendance.
Winter Rock Painting
Thu, Dec 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Decorate a rock with a beautiful winter theme. Supplies provided.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Thu, Dec 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
DIY Winter Luminary
Thu, Dec 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Create a winter-themed luminary with paper and flameless candles. Supplies provided.
Crafterwork - Vision Boards
Thu, Dec 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Relax and socialize with an easy craft each month. Supplies provided. Space is limited. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Knit and Stitch
Thu, Dec 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.
Trivia Night
Thu, Dec 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Have fun and compete to win prizes with other trivia fans.
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