Decoding Health News

Thu, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Movie Time at Lansdowne Senior Center

Thu, Apr 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Thu, Apr 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Lansdowne Branch

Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of Julie & Julia (2009). (PG-13; 2 hours, 3 minutes)

Grass Head Planter Craft

Thu, Apr 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Celebrate Earth Day by decorating a pot with a silly face and planting grass seeds to grow "hair." Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Professor Mike's Science and Magic Show

Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Professor Mike explores the wonders of science through the lens of magic and juggling.

Recycled Magazine Beads

Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Transform old magazines into beads. Supplies provided.

Captivating Creatures

Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Sollers Point Branch

Adventure in Fun presents a fun, family animal show.

Pop-Up Cinema - The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry

Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Harold is an ordinary man who has passed through life until he goes to post a letter one day and keeps walking. An inspirational story based on the novel by Rachel Joyce. (NR; 1 hour, 48 minutes)

LEGO Fun

Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

Upcycled Owl Craft

Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

Celebrate Earth Day by creating your own upcycled owl wall hanging. Use recycled materials to craft a one-of-a-kind decoration.

Henna Workshop - Build Your Own Design

Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Henna artist Chelsea Stevenson demonstrates how to create beautiful henna using fresh, natural designs. Learn how the use of henna varies across the Arab world.

Play-Doh Fun

Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Create with Play-Doh. Supplies provided.

Trouble at the Library - A D&D Mini Adventure

Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch

Play Dungeons & Dragons and meet your fellow party members in the branch. Then, head outside for a fun adventure.

Moroccan Mosaic Tile Craft - Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month

Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Registration is now closed

DIY Fairy Gardens

Thu, Apr 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Celebrate spring by making your own fairy garden. Use everyday items, like popsicle sticks, Dixie cups and pipe cleaners, to create a magical landscape.

Thu, Apr 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Learn about the art of zellij, Moroccan mosaic tile, and create a beautiful geometric design of your own.

Recording Studio Open Office Hours

Thu, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

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

Gaming Hour

Thu, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Community Poetry Project - Printmaking and Poetry Together

Thu, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

In honor of National Poetry Month, work with community members to create an abstract visual depiction of a Langston Hughes poem. This program is designed to cultivate success for all artistic levels.

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch

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

Woodlawn Page Turners - Control by Omar Tyree

Thu, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of Control by Omar Tyree.

Perry Hall Book Club

Thu, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of James by Percival Everett.

Taylor Swift Bracelet Party

Thu, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Jam out to Taylor's music while making friendship bracelets and hanging with other Swifties.

Thirsty Third Thursdays Book Club

Thu, Apr 17, 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 The Marriage Game by Sara Desai.

Books & Brews - Born a Crime by Trevor Noah

Thu, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Heavy Seas

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

Thu, Apr 17, 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, Apr 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Parent and Caregiver Education With GBMC - Your Birth Plan

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Learn about medicated and non-medicated birthing options from GBMC staff, as well as the wait-and-see approach.

Gamer Friday

Fri, Apr 18, 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, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

Pet Rocks Craft

Fri, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Transform ordinary rocks into fun companions using your imagination and art supplies. Design your pet rock and their house and receive an adoption certificate for your new friend.

Fri, Apr 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Ask a Master Gardener

Fri, Apr 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

A gardener from the Master Gardener Program at the University of Maryland Extension answers your questions and offers gardening tips and resources.

Upcycled Tank Top Tote Bags

Fri, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 2

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Fri, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room C

Give an old tank top new life as a tote bag. Supplies provided. This program is limited to 20 participants. Tickets available on the 3rd floor 30 minutes before program.

Captivating Creatures

Fri, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Adventure in Fun presents a fun, family animal show

Vibes and Verses

Fri, Apr 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Towson Branch

A cozy evening of writing and vibing celebrating National Poetry Month.

The Edgar Allan Poe Teen Writers Club

Sat, Apr 19, 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.

Pollinator Party

Sat, Apr 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Celebrate spring and learn about the importance of pollinators with crafts and activities.

Garden Sprucing Up Day

Sat, Apr 19, 10:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Public Service Area

The Hereford Sensory Garden is waking up. Help us spruce up our beds as we get ready for the new season. Bring gloves and clothes that can get dirty.

Sat, Apr 19, 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.

History Room Research Hours

Sat, Apr 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.

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Essential Oil Bath Bombs

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Make relaxing bath bombs using essential oils and food dye to help unwind and de-stress. Supplies provided; limited space.

Early Explorers

Sat, Apr 19, 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.

Chess Club for Kids

Sat, Apr 19, 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.

April Showers Story Time and Craft

Sat, Apr 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab

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

Sat, Apr 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Sat, Apr 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Join us for a drop-in D&D campaign. Players of all skill levels welcome. Bring your own character sheet or use one of our pre-generated ones. Materials provided.

Captivating Creatures

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Adventure in Fun presents a fun, family animal show.

Professor Mike's Science and Magic Show

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Professor Mike explores the wonders of science through the lens of magic and juggling.

Henna Workshop - Build Your Own Design

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Henna artist Chelsea Stevenson demonstrates how to create beautiful henna using fresh, natural designs. Learn how the use of henna varies across the Arab world.

Introduction to African American Genealogy

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room C

Uncover your family's legacy using vital records, genealogical databases, newspaper articles and more. Learn about the tools you need to trace your ancestry during this presentation.

What the Sprout? - Learn to Grow Microgreens

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Discover the power of microgreens. Learn how to grow these nutrient-packed greens at home, explore their health benefits and get creative ideas for adding them to your meals.

Get Your Poetry On

Sat, Apr 19, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive

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

Outdoor Fun

Sat, Apr 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Towson Branch

Explore fun outdoor activities at the library.

Sat, Apr 19, 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.

Mon, Apr 21, 9:30am - 10:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Apr 21, 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, Apr 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Movie Monday

Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Painting and coloring supplies available.

Outside Grounds Cleanup - Earth Day Celebration

Mon, Apr 21, 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.

Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Celebrate the Earth by taking some time to clean up the space surrounding the branch, making it beautiful, healthy and welcoming for all.

Mon, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Emerging Infectious Disease Unit

Mon, Apr 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Apr 21, 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.

Wildflower Seed Bombs - Earth Day Celebration

Mon, Apr 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Loch Raven Branch

Make pollinator-friendly wildflower seed bombs to take home and plant in celebration of Earth Day.

Upcycled T-Shirt Tote Bags - Earth Day Celebration

Mon, Apr 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Loch Raven Branch

Bring new life to a well-loved T-shirt by transforming it into a reusable tote bag to celebrate the Earth. No sewing required. You bring the T-shirt and we supply everything else.

Picnic Lunch and a Story - Earth Day Celebration

Mon, Apr 21, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Loch Raven Branch

Pack a lunch and a blanket and enjoy a picnic outside while listening to a book celebrating Earth Day.

Nature Walk and Scavenger Hunt - Earth Day Celebration

Mon, Apr 21, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Explore the wonders of nature and discover hidden treasures as you stroll along the library's scenic trail on a fun scavenger hunt in celebration of Earth Day.

Egg Carton Creations

Mon, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

From jellyfish to lady bugs, create it with egg cartons. What critter will be your favorite to bring to life and take home? Join us as we use recycled egg cartons to create all sorts of critters.

Fairy Houses - Gnome Homes and Elf Abodes

Mon, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Using recycled materials and things found in nature, build your own tiny home.

Egg Tower Challenge

Mon, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Using only plastic eggs and clay, try to create the tallest tower.

Chill Time

Mon, Apr 21, 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.

Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training

Mon, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

DIY Planting for Kids

Mon, Apr 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

Learn how to create starter pots using seeds, biodegradable pots and dirt. A great opportunity to learn about different types of seeds and how they grow. Supplies provided; first come, first served.

Queer Film Alliance - Brother to Brother (2004)

Mon, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Join us each month as we watch and discuss films celebrating the LGBTQ+ experience. (NR; 1 hour, 34 minutes)

Knitting Night

Mon, Apr 21, 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.

Admissions 101/Admisiones 101 - Higher Education/Educación superior

Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Find out about resources and what to consider as you start to look at higher education options./Ven a la biblioteca para aprender sobre el proceso de admisión universitaria y los recursos disponibles.

Their Stories, Our Voices - Holocaust Days of Remembrance

Mon, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Teach the Shoah speakers Allison Baumwald, Jamie Neumann and Claudia Andorsky share the stories of family members who survived the Holocaust.

Mon, Apr 21, 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.

Small Business Counseling

Mon, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Open History Room

Tue, Apr 22, 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, Apr 22, 10:00am - 2:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab

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

Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Tue, Apr 22, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

Tue, Apr 22, 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, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Tue, Apr 22, 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, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

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.

Homeless Veteran Support Hours

Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

Drop-in hours where homeless veterans and veterans at risk of homelessness can connect with a social worker who help them access services available to them in the VA and in the community.

Tue, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Be Creative - DIY Air Plant Terrariums

Tue, Apr 22, 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, Apr 22, 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.

Trading Card Club

Tue, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

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

High School Study Hall

Tue, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Come meet with friends to study for finals, AP testing, exams or other school projects and enjoy snacks.

Tue, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Woodlawn Branch

Learn how to create your own air plant terrarium. Limited supplies; first come, first served.

Henna Workshop - Build Your Own Design

Tue, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Reisterstown Branch

Henna artist Chelsea Stevenson demonstrates how to create beautiful henna using fresh, natural designs. Learn how the use of henna varies across the Arab world.

Smoking Cessation

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

3D Printing for Beginners

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Let's build things together. During this librarian-guided training, learn the basics of how 3D printing works and become certified to use a branch 3D printer independently.

Knitting Introduction and Social

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

Pikesville Chess Night

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

Gem Painting

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Learn how to create an artwork of gem dots with this fun and relaxing activity. Limited supplies provided; first come, first served.

Beauty Basics - Introduction to Makeup

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

History of the Pyramids

Tue, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

An overview of the purpose of the Egyptian pyramids, how they were built, their symbolism within ancient Egyptian religion and a broad chronology of their construction throughout various dynasties.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

Tue, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Learn the fundamentals of makeup application in this virtual workshop. Get expert tips on techniques, tools and how products are used to enhance your natural beauty.

Workforce Development - Drop-in Job Help

Wed, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

History Room Research Hours

Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch

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

Be Playful

Wed, Apr 23, 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.

Wed, Apr 23, 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 - Libraries for All

Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Apr 23, 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.

Early Literacy, Part 1 - Symbols Have Meaning

Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Participate in playful activities that help your child learn that symbols have meaning.

Yoga for Beginners

Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall 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.

Be Artistic - Libraries for All

Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale 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, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Meet With BCPS Birth to Five Services

Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

North Point Branch - Children's 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

Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

North Point 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.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Apr 23, 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.

Harm Reduction - Narcan Training

Wed, Apr 23, 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.

Pikesville Speaker Series - Jaz Erenberg

Wed, Apr 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven 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, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Jaz Erenberg, creator of the Echoes of Resilience mural in Pikesville and lead artist and founder of Community Centered Public Art, discusses the process of creating community mural artwork.

Books and Conversation

Wed, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - ACE

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

Be Creative With the American Visionary Art Museum

Wed, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Public Service Area

Explore creative new territory inspired by our most beloved visionary artists, their unusual art materials and their unforgettable stories.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Wed, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Bring your questions to a one-on-one appointment to discuss your current financial situation and goals with certified personal finance coach Kathy Evans, founder of Higher Goals Learning.

This event is full

Outside Grounds Cleanup - Earth Day Celebration

Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

Celebrate the Earth by taking some time to clean up the space surrounding the branch, making it beautiful, healthy and welcoming for all.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Wed, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Catonsville Branch

Bring your questions to a one-on-one appointment to discuss your current financial situation and goals with certified personal finance coach Kathy Evans, founder of Higher Goals Learning.

This event is full

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Wed, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Catonsville Branch

Bring your questions to a one-on-one appointment to discuss your current financial situation and goals with certified personal finance coach Kathy Evans, founder of Higher Goals Learning.

This event is full

Cooking With Spices

Wed, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

We "capture the flavor" and discuss the health benefits, culinary uses, history, safety and storage practices for herbs and spices.

This event is full

En sus marca, listos, arranquen

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Woodlawn 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.

Yoga for Beginners

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. This program can be modified to be done in a chair. Yoga mats are optional.

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Descubra qué necesita para comenzar su propio negocio en este taller gratuito con el consultor de negocios Aldo Barillas.

Recording Studio Basics

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Learn the basics of recording at the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Small Business Administration (SBA) - Programs and Services Overview

Wed, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Learn about the many programs and services SBA offers to assist small businesses with start-up and business growth.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Wed, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch

Bring your questions to a one-on-one appointment to discuss your current financial situation and goals with certified personal finance coach Kathy Evans, founder of Higher Goals Learning.

This event is full

Battle of the Books Kahoot! Trivia Challenge

Wed, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual - Virtual Room - Elementary

Students participating in our Battle of the Books elementary competition can test their knowledge of all 10 books before the big day.

Cancelled

The Disengaged Teen

Wed, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Jenny Anderson and Rebecca Winthrop discuss their new book, The Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better.

Thu, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Thu, Apr 24, 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.

Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction

Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Thu, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 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.

Thu, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Thu, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Teen Gaming Tournament - Mario Kart 8

Thu, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Bring your friends, make some new ones and hang out in our teen area. Play Mario Kart 8 and compete to win prizes.

Taste Test Throwdown

Thu, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Public Service Area

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

Trash Art

Thu, Apr 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

Create your own work of art from recycled and found items. Some materials provided; feel free to bring your own interesting recycled or found items.

Recording Studio Open Office Hours

Thu, Apr 24, 5:00pm - 5:55pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio B: Session 4

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

Recording Studio Open Office Hours

Thu, Apr 24, 5:00pm - 5:55pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

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

Vegetable Gardening - Beyond the Basics

Thu, Apr 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Learn about advanced techniques in vegetable gardening, such as succession planting, crop rotation and soil testing.

Vegetable Gardening - Beyond the Basics

Thu, Apr 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Learn about advanced techniques in vegetable gardening, such as succession planting, crop rotation and soil testing.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Thu, Apr 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

A drop-in Dungeons & Dragons adventure. Beginners and veterans welcome. Materials provided.

String Art

Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Create a colorful piece of art using string and pins. Materials provided.

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Crafterwork - Paper Beads

Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Relax and socialize with an easy craft each month. Supplies provided. Space is limited.

Recording Studio Music Production

Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio B: Session 4

Explore music production foundations with our Recording Studio Specialist.

Recording Studio Music Production

Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Explore music production foundations with our Recording Studio Specialist.

Towson Book Club

Thu, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Join us for a lively discussion of The Great Divide by Cristina Henríquez.

Pop-Up Story Time - Hats

Thu, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Enjoy a fun-filled evening listening to stories, enjoying activities and learning about hats.

Trivia Night

Thu, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

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

Rescheduled

Small Business Administration (SBA) - Programs and Services Overview

Thu, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New date Wednesday, April 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Essex Branch

Learn about the many programs and services SBA offers to assist small businesses with start-up and business growth.

Find More Birds With Heather Wolf

Thu, Apr 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Birder and author Heather Wolf shares tips on bird finding close to home and beyond, as well as ways to witness more of the fascinating bird behaviors and drama we all want to see.

Thu, Apr 24, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

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

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Totally Untidy Toddler Time

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

BiblioBOP

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room C

Explore dancing, shaking and singing your sillies out at this movement-based program. Older siblings welcome.

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses. A change of clothes is recommended.

Gamer Friday

Fri, Apr 25, 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.

Ask a Master Gardner

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Woodlawn Branch

A gardener from the Master Gardener Program at the University of Maryland Extension answers your questions and offers gardening tips and resources.

Fri, Apr 25, 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, Apr 25, 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, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 2

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Friday DIY

Fri, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Drop by our teen area for a make-and-take craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Hands-on Computer Learning Hour

Fri, Apr 25, 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, Apr 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Essex Branch - Public Computers

Learn how to use a computer, fix up your resume or create an email account. Stop by one of our learning stations where a dedicated librarian answers any of your computer questions.

Teen After Hours

Fri, Apr 25, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch

Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.

Birding by the Branch

Sat, Apr 26, 9:00am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

A spring birding walk beginning and ending at the North Point Branch led by an expert from the Baltimore Bird Club. All levels of birding experience welcome.

Vegetable Gardening - Beyond the Basics

Sat, Apr 26, 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, Apr 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room C

Learn about advanced techniques in vegetable gardening, such as succession planting, crop rotation and soil testing.

Ask a Master Gardener

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

A gardener from the Master Gardener Program at the University of Maryland Extension answers your questions and offers gardening tips and resources.

LEGO Design Challenge

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Drop in and test out your creative problem-solving skills by figuring out our monthly challenges.

Meet the Author - Nancy Tandon

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

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. Call the Towson Branch at 410-887-6166 to reserve your spot.

Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Meet the author of The Way I Say It, which is featured in our Battle of the Books competition.

Songwriting Workshop With Brody Bond

Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab

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

Ask a Master Gardener

Sat, Apr 26, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Towson Branch - Public Service Area

A gardener from the Master Gardener Program at the University of Maryland Extension answers your questions and offers gardening tips and resources.

Sat, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Get inspiration on writing songs from a working musician who teaches you about methods, tools and tips for songwriting and provides a forum to share ideas with other aspiring artists.

Plant Swap

Sat, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Bring healthy, pest-free plants or cuttings to trade or simply come to meet fellow plant lovers and adopt a new green friend.

Meet the Author - Nancy Tandon

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Meet the author of The Way I Say It, which is featured in our Battle of the Books competition.

North Point Movie Matinee - Twisters

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Children's Area,Rosedale Meeting Room

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.

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of Twisters.

DIY Birdhouses

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Build and decorate a home for our feathered friends.

An Afternoon With Victoria Christopher Murray

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

New York Times bestselling author Victoria Christopher Murray introduces Harlem Rhapsody, a novel exploring the story of editor Jessie Fauset and her relationship with W.E.B. Du Bois.

Brody Bond Live in Concert

Sat, Apr 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

An afternoon of music with singer/songwriter Brody Bond. His performances are light-hearted, but the songs are serious, poetic and curious. This concert is preceded by a songwriting workshop.

LEGO Fun

Sat, Apr 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

Lois Lowry and the Ability to See Beyond - A Dystopian Discussion

Sun, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

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

Lois Lowry talks about her groundbreaking 1993 novel The Giver as a cultural touchstone for generations of adults and looks at its continuing relevance.

Mon, Apr 28, 9:30am - 10:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Movie Monday

Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Painting and coloring supplies available.

Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Baby Craft Time

Mon, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 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.

Mon, Apr 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Apr 28, 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.

Mario Kart Tournament - Teen Gaming

Mon, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 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.

Club de lectura

Mon, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Acompáñenos a conversar sobre el libro Come, reza, ama de Elizabeth Gilbert. ¡Venga preparado para hablar de sus ideas y compartir sus partes favoritas!

Growing Herbs Indoors

Mon, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Learn how to create an indoor herb garden. Topics to be discussed include proper containers, appropriate growing mediums and environmental controls as well as light and watering needs.

Cooking With Spices

Mon, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

We "capture the flavor" and discuss the health benefits, culinary uses, history, safety and storage practices for herbs and spices.

Board Game Night

Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Hang out and play some board games.

Mon, Apr 28, 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.

Moroccan Mosaic Tile Craft - Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month

Mon, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Learn about the art of zellij, Moroccan mosaic tile, and create a beautiful geometric design of your own.

Mon, Apr 28, 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.

Chase Brexton Health Care

Mon, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Open History Room

Tue, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 10:00am - 2:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

Visit the information table about Chase Brexton, a federally qualified health center that provides primary care regardless of one's ability to pay.

Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Tue, Apr 29, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

Tue, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Tue, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Tue, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 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.

Trading Card Club

Tue, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

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

High School Study Hall

Tue, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Come meet with friends to study for finals, AP testing, exams or other school projects and enjoy snacks.

Investment Crowdfunding - For Small Businesses

Tue, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Learn how Maryland Neighborhood Exchange connects local businesses with Maryland residents to invest in the places and people they believe in, transforming community support into business capital.

Thinking Through the News

Tue, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Learn strategies on how to analyze media content by asking questions in order to identify authorship, credibility, purpose and context.

Owings Mills Book Club

Tue, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Join us for a lively discussion of I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Apr 29, 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.

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

History Room Research Hours

Wed, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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.

Wed, Apr 30, 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 - Libraries for All

Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Apr 30, 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.

Craft Time

Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Let your creativity shine during our craft program. Supplies provided.

Wed, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Apr 30, 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.

Wed, Apr 30, 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 Creative With the American Visionary Art Museum

Wed, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Public Service Area

Explore creative new territory inspired by our most beloved visionary artists, their unusual art materials and their unforgettable stories.

Graphic Novel Book Club

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

We dive into Hilo: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth, the bestselling middle grade graphic series by Judd Winick.

Fair Housing Conversation and Resource Fair - Know Your Rights

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Experts discuss topics to empower attendees with knowledge and tools to navigate housing-related challenges. Connect with local organizations and learn about valuable resources.

En sus marcas, listos, arranquen

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Descubra qué necesita para comenzar su propio negocio en este taller gratuito con el consultor de negocios Aldo Barillas.

Recording Studio Basics

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Learn the basics of recording at the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Writing Group

Wed, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 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.