An Evening with Kimberla Lawson Roby

Thu, Feb 06, 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.

Thu, Feb 06, 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.

Artists' Meetup - Life Model Open Sessions

Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Join other artists for this biweekly drawing session.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Feb 06, 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.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch

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.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Dyslexia Tutoring Program

Thu, Feb 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Thu, Feb 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Cockeysville Branch

A representative from the Dyslexia Tutoring Program visits to answer questions.

Pop-Up Cinema - Voodoo Macbeth

Thu, Feb 06, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Harlem Renaissance Broadway actress Rose McClendon convinces 20-year-old Orson Welles to direct Shakespeare's Macbeth with an all-Black cast in Harlem. Based on true events. (NR; 1 hour, 48 minutes)

Thu, Feb 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Feb 06, 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 Study Hub

Thu, Feb 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

Spend time in our small study room to study, work in groups or complete school assignments.

Thu, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.

Learn How to Draw and Shade by Mechanical Pencil

Thu, Feb 06, 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.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive

Artist Negin Mohseni Nejad introduces participants on how to use mechanical pencil drawing techniques to make delicate and sensitive drawings.

Registration is now closed

Freestyle Art Session

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

Have fun creating your own style of art. Supplies provided.

College Cash - Find It, Get It, Manage It

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point 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.

Recording Studio Open Office Hours

Thu, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Visit the Catonsville Recording Studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.

Arbutus Trading Card League

Thu, Feb 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh 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.

Gaming Hour

Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Hang out and battle your friends on Nintendo Switch. For ages 9 and up.

Thu, Feb 06, 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!

Empowering Parents to Advocate for Student Growth

Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

This Claude C Thornton Foundation series offers a welcoming space for parents to deepen their knowledge of advocacy, educational rights and the tools needed to navigate the school environment.

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Feb 06, 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 for Adults

Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Have fun and compete to win prizes with other trivia aficionados. Individuals and teams welcome. A limit of four people per team. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library.

Investing in Your Future

Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Learn financial literacy strategies. Topics covered: saving for short- and long-term goals, understanding life insurance, and legacy and wealth building.

Crafts and Cocoa - Create String Art

Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Try something new by learning how to create a flower design using string, nails and wood. Supplies provided. Beginners welcome.

Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.

Zentangle®

Thu, Feb 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

Join a Certified Zentangle® Teacher and learn to use this step-by-step method to create something unexpected and creative.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Feb 06, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.

Fri, Feb 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Books and Conversation

Fri, Feb 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.

Fri, Feb 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Gamer Friday

Fri, Feb 07, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us every Friday morning for video games, board games and activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.

Fri, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Fri, Feb 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 2

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Fri, Feb 07, 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.

Fri, Feb 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.

Fri, Feb 07, 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.

The Edgar Allan Poe Teen Writers Club

Sat, Feb 08, 9:30am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A

Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.

LEGO Fun

Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

Sat, Feb 08, 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.

Maryland's Largest Dinosaurs

Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Learn the basics of recording at the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Sat, Feb 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Did you know that dinosaurs once roamed Maryland and that there is even a state dinosaur?

Passion to Purpose - The African American Flag Story With Chloe and Kaylah Harvey

Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 11:45am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Learn the history and messages behind the African American flag.

LEGO Fun

Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

Chess Club for Kids

Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Drop in to learn, play and practice your beginner chess skills with others. Beginners and more advanced players welcome.

Saturday Movie Matinee - Black History Celebration 10th Anniversary

Sat, Feb 08, 12:00pm - 2:30pm

Randallstown Branch

This February is the 10th anniversary of our Black History Celebration. Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of The Woman King. (PG-13; 2 hours, 15 minutes)

Paws to Read

Sat, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Arbutus Branch

Reading to a therapy cat can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to our therapy cat.

Interactive Movie - The Wiz (1978)

Sat, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor

Help save a life. Drop in and learn the simple steps of Hands-Only CPR from members of the Baltimore County Fire Department.

Sat, Feb 08, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

"Ease on down the road" with us at this interactive movie event for the whole family. You've never seen The Wiz like this before.

Ravita Jazz Presents - Songs of Justice and Freedom

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)

Enjoy a musical journey featuring songs from the days of slavery through the year 2000, reflecting on important benchmarks in social justice, all with an uplifting theme of freedom.

Trio Sirènes

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hereford Branch - Public Service Area

Trio Sirènes, featuring Marcia McHugh, flute; Karin Brown, viola; and Jacqueline Pollauf, harp, present a varied musical program.

North Point Movie Matinee - Inside Out 2

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of Inside Out 2.

Frederick Douglass Show - With Bomani Armah

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Learn the importance of literacy by following the life and career of Frederick Douglass through multimedia presentations and song.

Passion to Purpose - The African American Flag Story With Chloe and Kaylah Harvey

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Learn the history and messages behind the African American flag.

Light-Up Valentines

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Learn about electrical circuits and create a special card that will light up your valentine's heart.

Write On, Right On, Say Word! - Black History Celebration 10th Anniversary

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Learn the basics of recording at the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Sat, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Learn rhythm, rhyme and poetry while using figurative language as tools of literary expression in the form of spoken word and hip-hop lyricism with Femi the Drifish.

Last Twilight in Paris With Pam Jenoff - Meet the Author

Sun, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)

New York Times bestselling author Pam Jenoff introduces her latest historical novel, Last Twilight in Paris.

Mon, Feb 10, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Quiet Study-Magazine Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Mon, Feb 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Movie Monday - Black History Celebration 10th Anniversary

Mon, Feb 10, 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.

Mon, Feb 10, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Every Monday morning in February features a different family-friendly film that celebrates Black culture. Painting and coloring supplies provided.

Mon, Feb 10, 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.

Be Artistic - Libraries for All

Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

We welcome adults with various abilities and their caregivers to learn and create. Join us for hands-on activities, including crafts and art projects, for all skill levels.

Baby Craft Time

Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Join us for open-ended art projects as your little one explores different art materials in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Dress for a mess.

Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction

Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Mon, Feb 10, 12:00pm - 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.

Free HIV and Hepatitis C Testing - Provided by Baltimore County Department of Health

Mon, Feb 10, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

The Baltimore County Department of Health Harm Reduction Program is on site offering free HIV and hepatitis C testing.

The Three Not-So-Little Pigs

Mon, Feb 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting 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.

Mon, Feb 10, 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.

One-Shot Adventures

Mon, Feb 10, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

Grab your dice and roll for initiative. Join us for a drop-in game of Dungeons & Dragons (5E). Players of all skill levels welcome; pre-generated sheets available. Materials included.

Mon, Feb 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.

Chill Time

Mon, Feb 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch

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.

Baba Got Bars

Mon, Feb 10, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Reisterstown Branch

Rap along to original, professionally released music created by Bomani, with songs highlighting tips on creative writing and historical facts about the birth and development of hip-hop culture.

DIY Abstract Art - Lilian Thomas Burwell

Mon, Feb 10, 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.

Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

DIY abstract art based on the styles of Lilian Thomas Burwell.

Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training

Mon, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor

This hands-on training demonstrates three quick lifesaving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.

Creative Writing Workshop

Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Hone your writing skills and polish your stories. Local author Dale E. Lehman presents an exploration of fiction writing principles and techniques. Bring your ideas along to this hands-on workshop.

Code Club

Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Let's code together. Learn and build with friends using Scratch, Python, JavaScript and more. All levels of experience welcome.

Essex NAMI Family Support Group

Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 2

A free and confidential group for loved ones of people living with mental health conditions. No insurance required. See a staff member about registration or register at bit.ly/popupfsgsx.

Cockeysville Book Club

Mon, Feb 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Cockeysville Branch

Join us for a lively discussion of The Women by Kristin Hannah.

Crochet and Cookies

Mon, Feb 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Towson Branch - Public Service Area

Crochet, or learn how to crochet, in a relaxed setting with other fans of the fiber arts at this drop-in event for all skill levels, from beginner to expert.

HBCU Made - With Ayesha Rascoe

Mon, Feb 10, 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.

Mon, Feb 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Ayesha Rascoe, host of NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday, talks with Dr. Steve D. Mobley Jr. of Morgan State University about her book HBCU Made, now out in paperback.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

Help save a life. Drop in and learn the simple steps of Hands-Only CPR from members of the Baltimore County Fire Department.

Open History Room

Tue, Feb 11, 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.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Tue, Feb 11, 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.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Be Artistic - Libraries for All

Tue, Feb 11, 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.

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to learn and create.

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford 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.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch - Children's Area

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Cockeysville Branch

Speak with a representative from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) about eligibility for the elderly, youth, adults and college students.

Community Outreach - Kennedy Krieger Institute

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Learn about Kennedy Krieger's Integrated Early Learning Center, an inclusive pre-K program.

Tue, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Tue, Feb 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 Gaming

Tue, Feb 11, 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.

Be Involved

Tue, Feb 11, 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.

Tue, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.

Trading Card Club

Tue, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

Battle, duel and trade with your favorite collectible card games.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Tue, Feb 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.

Smoking Cessation

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program is staffing a table in one of our study rooms to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.

Resin Valentines

Tue, Feb 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Create a resin charm or keychain as a Valentine's Day gift for someone special or just for yourself.

Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Join us for a drop-in D&D campaign. Players of all skill levels welcome. Pre-generated character sheets supplied to all. Materials provided.

Pikesville Chess Night

Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Join us the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Players of all skill levels welcome. Space is limited; players are assigned to a match on a first-come, first-served basis.

Benjamin Banneker - The First African American Scientist

Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Learn about the many accomplishments of the first African American scientist, Benjamin Banneker, with the Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum.

Stitch and Lit

Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Public Service Area

Bring your fiber arts projects and chat about what you've been reading. All skill levels welcome. Please bring your own supplies.

Catonsville Book Club

Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell. March's book selection: Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Feb 11, 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.

Understanding Medicare - Be an Informed Consumer

Tue, Feb 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Learn about Medicare coverage, options and alternatives plans.

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

Sensory Story Time

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

Hearts and Love Story Time

Wed, Feb 12, 9:30am - 10:00am

Perry Hall Branch - Quiet Study-Magazine Room

Enjoy a special story time about love, hugs, kisses and Valentine's Day with stories, rhymes and a craft. First come, first served with limited space. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.

Wed, Feb 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Wed, Feb 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Books and Conversation

Wed, Feb 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch

Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.

Be Playful

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

History Room Research Hours

Wed, Feb 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch

Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Be Playful

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

Be Artistic

Wed, Feb 12, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Express your creativity with crafts and activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities. Supplies provided.

Music and Movement

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Introduce your child to the world of music featuring Kirsten from The Music Space.

Sensory Social - Libraries for All

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Harm Reduction - Narcan Training

Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Wed, Feb 12, 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

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

Hereford Book Club

Wed, Feb 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Join us for a lively discussion of The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride.

Wed, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Help save a life. Drop in and learn the simple steps of Hands-Only CPR from members of the Baltimore County Fire Department.

Wed, Feb 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.

Wed, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.

Random Acts of Kindness - Eco-Friendly Bird Feeders

Wed, Feb 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.

Wed, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Spread a little kindness by making bird feeders for our feathered friends while earning service-learning hours.

Career and Scholarship Resources Session

Wed, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room C

Central Scholarship experts present an information session about scholarship programs, higher education affordability and more.

Crochet Introduction and Social

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Learn to crochet and meet others who craft. Beginners are encouraged; all levels of experience welcome. Materials provided for free; first come, first served. Light refreshments available.

Trivia Night - Black History Month Edition

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Learn the basics of recording at the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Wed, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Have fun and compete to win prizes with other trivia fans.

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

Thu, Feb 13, 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.

Thu, Feb 13, 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.

Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Small Business Counseling

Thu, Feb 13, 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.

Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

Drop in and bring your questions to meet with an adviser from Baltimore County's Department of Economic and Workforce Development.

Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Thu, Feb 13, 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, Feb 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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.

Thu, Feb 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Thu, Feb 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.

Thu, Feb 13, 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.

Ready, Set, Duel - Pokémon

Thu, Feb 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Get ready, trading card game fans, it's time to duel.

Thu, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.

Recording Studio Open Office Hours

Thu, Feb 13, 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.

Thu, Feb 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Visit the Catonsville Recording Studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.

Empowering Parents to Advocate for Student Growth

Thu, Feb 13, 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.

Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

This Claude C Thornton Foundation series offers a welcoming space for parents to deepen their knowledge of advocacy, educational rights and the tools needed to navigate the school environment.

One-on-One Job Interview Preparation - Mock Interview

Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual

Sharpen your interview skills and boost your confidence with a mock interview.

This event is full

Teen Game Night

Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Hang out, play and learn from each other. Board games and D&D materials provided. All experience levels welcome.

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.

Reisterstown Readers Book Club

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of The Dutch House by Ann Patchett.

Food War for Teens - Chocolate Bars

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Send your taste buds on an adventure as you sample and vote for the most tastiest chocolate.

One-on-One Job Interview Preparation - Mock Interview

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Sharpen your interview skills and boost your confidence with a mock interview.

This event is full

Chill Out Night

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Enjoy a relaxing evening making ornaments that can be used year-round.

Tea Cup Jewelry

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Join us for a cozy crafting evening. Use Shrinky Dink supplies to create your own set of earrings or a necklace or bracelet. Use templates or create your own unique design.

One-on-One Job Interview Preparation - Mock Interview

Thu, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Sharpen your interview skills and boost your confidence with a mock interview.

This event is full

One-on-One Job Interview Preparation - Mock Interview

Thu, Feb 13, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.

Thu, Feb 13, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Sharpen your interview skills and boost your confidence with a mock interview.

This event is full

Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Fri, Feb 14, 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.

Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Gamer Friday

Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us every Friday morning for video games, board games and activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.

Fri, Feb 14, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Hereford Branch - Public Service Area

Help save a life. Drop in and learn the simple steps of Hands-Only CPR from members of the Baltimore County Fire Department.

Fri, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

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Yoga for Beginners

Fri, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hereford Branch

Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. Please bring a yoga mat.

Fri, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 2

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Fri, Feb 14, 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.

Fri, Feb 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.

Black History Month Buttons - Celebrate Douglass Day

Fri, Feb 14, 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, Feb 14, 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.

Fri, Feb 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Arbutus Branch

Visit the teen area to learn about Douglass Day and make or create a button celebrating Black History Month.

Valentine's Day Headbands

Fri, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Join us on Valentine's Day to create your very own heart headband.

History Room Research Hours

Sat, Feb 15, 9:30am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A

Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.

Sat, Feb 15, 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.

Passion to Purpose - The African American Flag Story With Chloe and Kaylah Harvey

Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 11:45am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Learn the history and messages behind the African American flag.

Black Diamond

Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

This spirit-rousing musical play chronicles the struggles and triumphs of pioneering African American baseball players. Presented by Smithsonian Associates Discovery Theater.

Crochet 101 for Teens

Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Learn the basics of crochet with the help of a talented local volunteer. This program is for ages 12-18, whether never having picked up a crochet hook or wanting to sharpen current skills.

Early Explorers

Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C

Join us each month for a delightful and educational program specially crafted for the youngest members of our community.

Random Acts of Kindness - Branch Grounds Cleanup

Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Public Service Area

Spread a little kindness by helping clean up the grounds surrounding the branch while earning service-learning hours.

The Black Swan - Black History Celebration 10th Anniversary

Sat, Feb 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Historian Dr. Bethea-Sholly presents the life, challenges and accomplishments of Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield, "The Black Swan."

February Friends - Valentine's Day Craft and Story Time

Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Sat, Feb 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Join us for a drop-in D&D campaign. Players of all skill levels welcome, pre-generated character sheets supplied to all. Materials provided.

African Drumming With N-CHAT

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Nyame Nti Cultural Healing Arts Therapy (N-CHAT) presents a drumming workshop that blends mental health and the arts to promote healing, unity and community.

Black Diamond

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

This spirit-rousing musical play chronicles the struggles and triumphs of pioneering African American baseball players. Presented by Smithsonian Associates Discovery Theater.

Bluey Day

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Celebrate all things Bluey with crafts, music, Keepy Uppy and more.

Love Yourself Bathbombs

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Celebrate self-love and creativity by making your own scented bath bomb creation to help you unwind. Supplies provide.

Yong Han Lion Dance Troupe

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Public Service Area

Celebrate Chinese culture with this dynamic performance by the JHU Yong Han Lion Dance Troupe.

The African American Flag Story With Chloe and Kaylah Harvey - Black History Celebration 10th Anniversary

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Randallstown Branch

Learn the history and messages behind the African American flag.

Connecting Threads

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

Come hang out at the branch for a monthly sewing and knitting group. Bring your current needlework, loom, felt or other sewing project and work alongside fellow textile enthusiasts.

Inspired Innovations - Celebrating Black Inventors

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Children's Area

An engaging series of programs celebrating the groundbreaking contributions of Black inventors throughout history.

Get Your Poetry On

Sat, Feb 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room Side A

Designed for those who enjoy reading and writing poetry, participants share and critically discuss each other's works in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere.

Yoga for Teens and Tweens - Know Your Bones

Sat, Feb 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Learn about the skeletal system and movement while engaging in basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises. Limited space. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.

Paws to Read

Sat, Feb 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Public Service 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.

Open History Room

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Parkville-Carney Book Club

Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor

Join us for a lively discussion of The Women by Kristin Hannah.

Computers for Beginners

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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.

Homeschool Meetup

Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Connect with fellow homeschool families in this freeform program designed to promote community and information sharing.

Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Tue, Feb 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Stories and More - A Story and Craft Hour

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:45am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for a story and craft hour. This month's feature: Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin.

Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch - Children's Area

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Help for the Homeless

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Armchair Tourism

Tue, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Experience another country's culture, food and history without leaving your hometown. Each month, we explore a documentary that takes us to new places.

Tue, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Tue, Feb 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 Gaming

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Be Involved

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Tue, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.

Trading Card Club

Tue, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

Battle, duel and trade with your favorite collectible card games.

Random Acts of Kindness - Kindness Bookmarks

Tue, Feb 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.

Tue, Feb 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Loch Raven Branch

Spread a little kindness by making bookmarks with positive messages and hiding them in books in the branch while earning service-learning hours.

Smoking Cessation

Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Weeknight Story Time

Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Join us for a special weeknight story time geared toward children ages 5-8.

Third Tuesday Poker Club

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Anime Club for Teens

Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.

Inspired Innovations - Celebrating Black Inventors

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Chess Club

Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Public Computers

Join fellow chess enthusiasts for friendly, casual games in a welcoming environment.

Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Children's Area

An engaging series of programs celebrating the groundbreaking contributions of Black inventors throughout history.

STEM Challenge - Toothpick Towers

Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Public Service Area

Explore STEM fields through hands-on learning and fun challenges that look to spark curiosity and foster critical thinking.

Workforce Development - Drop-in Job Help

Wed, Feb 19, 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.

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, Feb 19, 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.

Sensory Story Time

Wed, Feb 19, 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.

Wed, Feb 19, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Wed, Feb 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Wed, Feb 19, 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, Feb 19, 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.

Baltimore County Mobile Health Unit Drop-in Hours

Wed, Feb 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch

Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Wed, Feb 19, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Visit the Baltimore County Department of Health Mobile Truck for Narcan training, HIV and hepatitis C testing, syringe exchange, information about emerging infectious diseases and more.

History Room Research Hours

Wed, Feb 19, 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.

Be Artistic

Wed, Feb 19, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Express your creativity with crafts and activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities. Supplies provided.

BiblioBOP

Wed, Feb 19, 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.

Build With Us

Wed, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Bring your creativity and build with different materials.

Wed, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Wed, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Wed, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Books and Conversation

Wed, Feb 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Share your comments about a book or two that you enjoyed and leave with some great suggestions of other books you may like to read.

Wed, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven 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.

Book Buzz - Hottest Titles this Winter

Wed, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Not sure what to pick up next? Feeling desperate? Pikesville Branch librarians share the season's best-rated books and help you build your to-be-read list.

Wed, Feb 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.

Wed, Feb 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Teen Area

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, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Public Service Area

Help save a life. Drop in and learn the simple steps of Hands-Only CPR from members of the Baltimore County Fire Department.

Wed, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

A specialist from CAN (Community Assistance Network) provides one-on-one assistance with SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) eligibility and re-determinations.

Red Flags and Green Flags - Healthy Relationships With TurnAround, Inc.

Wed, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Explore signs and develop skills for identifying and building healthy relationships with Alejandra Lema of TurnAround, Inc.

Adult Craft and Create - Abstract Self Portraits

Wed, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

Create a self portrait in the style made famous by the influential neo-expressionist artist Jean-Michel Basquiat.

MWA Teen Writers Group

Wed, Feb 19, 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.

Nature Club for Kids - Carnivorous Plants

Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Share your appreciation for nature with others. This month, we read books about carnivorous plants and then create our own carnivorous plant craft. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.

Sit and Stitch Meetup

Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive

Share your love of traditional needle arts or be introduced to something new.

Bike Vessel - Black History Celebration 10th Anniversary

Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

A special preview screening and community discussion of the PBS Indie Lens documentary Bike Vessel. Light refreshments provided.

Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Learn the basics of recording at the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Be Crafty - Fabric Rose Garlands

Wed, Feb 19, 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.

Wed, Feb 19, 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.

Pop-Up Story Time - Bonjour, Paris

Wed, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Enjoy a fun-filled evening with stories and songs.

Music Meetup

Wed, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - ACE

Calling all music lovers. Join us for a lively discussion about the songs we love.

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Totally Untidy Toddler Time

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Thu, Feb 20, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)

Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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.

Emerging Infectious Disease Unit

Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 3:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

The Emerging Infectious Disease Unit provides referrals to resources and services for known diseases through the Health Department.

Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction

Thu, Feb 20, 12:00pm - 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.

Free HIV and Hepatitis C Testing - Provided by Baltimore County Department of Health

Thu, Feb 20, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

The Baltimore County Department of Health Harm Reduction Program is on site offering free HIV and hepatitis C testing.

Movie Time at Lansdowne Senior Center - Hidden Figures

Thu, Feb 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Lansdowne-Baltimore Highlands Senior Center

Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of Hidden Figures. (PG; 2 hours, 7 minutes)

Pop-Up Cinema - Art House: Exploring the Homes of Artists

Thu, Feb 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

This documentary explores the homes designed and lived in by notable American artists, including Frederic Edwin Church, Henry Chapman Mercer and Paolo Soleri. (NR; 1 hour, 26 minutes)

Thu, Feb 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Taste Test Throwdown

Thu, Feb 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Public Service Area

Taste test, rank and guess the flavor of popular snacks.

Thu, Feb 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.

Inspired Innovations - Celebrating Black Inventors

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Thu, Feb 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Children's Area

An engaging series of programs celebrating the groundbreaking contributions of Black inventors throughout history.

Recording Studio Open Office Hours

Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch

Help save a life. Drop in and learn the simple steps of Hands-Only CPR from members of the Baltimore County Fire Department.

Friendship Bracelets

Thu, Feb 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

Create your own friendship bracelet and one for a friend. Supplies provided.

Thu, Feb 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Visit the Catonsville Recording Studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.

Faux Stained Glass Paint Night

Thu, Feb 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor

A cozy evening of faux stained glass crafting. Create your own stained glass-inspired design in this beginner-friendly session. Snacks and supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Gaming Hour

Thu, Feb 20, 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, Feb 20, 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.

Empowering Parents to Advocate for Student Growth

Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

This Claude C Thornton Foundation series offers a welcoming space for parents to deepen their knowledge of advocacy, educational rights and the tools needed to navigate the school environment.

Woodlawn Page Turners - Ella by Diane Richards

Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

Join us for a lively discussion of Ella by Diane Richards.

TV Land Jeopardy

Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Test your knowledge in all your favorite classic TV shows and sitcoms. Compete against other players or watch as an audience member.

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.

Perry Hall Book Club

Thu, Feb 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of Better Living Through Birding by Christian Cooper.

Investing in Your Future

Thu, Feb 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Learn financial literacy strategies, such as saving for short- and long-term goals, understanding life insurance and legacy and wealth building.

Thirsty Third Thursdays Book Club

Thu, Feb 20, 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 Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan.

Books & Brews - A Prayer for the Crown-Shy by Becky Chambers

Thu, Feb 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lansdowne Branch

Join us at the Heavy Seas Taproom and enjoy a cold beer and conversation.

Cryptocurrency and Electronic Payment Platforms - Understanding Digital Currency

Thu, Feb 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Learn about different types of cryptocurrencies, a digital form of money, and its uses as a type of alternative payment and in investing.

Thu, Feb 20, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.

Fri, Feb 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Fri, Feb 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Gamer Friday

Fri, Feb 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us every Friday morning for video games, board games and activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.

Fri, Feb 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Fri, Feb 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

Fri, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 2

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Bingo Day

Fri, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Play bingo and win prizes. Supplies provided. Space is limited.

Fri, Feb 21, 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.

Fri, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.