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Beth-Ship

Building on a Legacy
2024-09-17 18:30:00 2024-09-17 19:30:00 America/New_York Beth-Ship Join Baltimore native Jack Burkert for a conversation about the history of shipbuilding in Baltimore. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library. Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Tuesday, September 17
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-17 18:30:00 2024-09-17 19:30:00 America/New_York Beth-Ship Join Baltimore native Jack Burkert for a conversation about the history of shipbuilding in Baltimore. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library. Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Perry Hall Branch

Perry Hall Meeting Room

Join Baltimore native Jack Burkert for a conversation about the history of shipbuilding in Baltimore. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library.

Jack Burkert, Baltimore native who in retirement has used his energy and interest in all things Baltimore to create a number of educational programs. A 1969 graduate of the University of Maryland, Jack graduated with honors with a degree in history and education. Join him for a conversation about the history of shipbuilding in Baltimore. Learn about the Beth Ship Division of Bethlehem Steel company and its involvement in Baltimore's shipbuilding legacy with World War I oil tankers and cargo carriers, World War II Liberty and Victory ships.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors and Speakers |

TAGS: | Internal |

Perry Hall Branch
Phone: 410-887-5195
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  • Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Notice of eight business days prior to the event is requested.
  • For youth and family programs, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Upcoming Events

Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Sep 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families. Designed for newborns and crawlers; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Sep 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Sep 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Totally Untidy Toddler Time
Thu, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses. A change of clothes is recommended.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Sep 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Small Business Counseling
Thu, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
This event is full
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Small Business Counseling
Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Registration is now closed
Small Business Counseling
Thu, Sep 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
This event is full
Small Business Counseling
Thu, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Registration is now closed
Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)
Thu, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Pop-Up Cinema - Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go for It
Thu, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Over a 70+ year career, Rita Moreno defied her humble upbringing and relentless racism to become one of the rare EGOT award winners of our time. (PG-13, 1 hour, 30 min)
Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction
Thu, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
The Baltimore County Department of Health is offering free, on-the-spot opioid overdose response training on recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using intranasal naloxone.
Free Walk-Up Health Screenings - Provided by Baltimore County Department of Health
Thu, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
The Baltimore County Department of Health Harm Reduction Program is on site offering free health screenings.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Thu, Sep 19, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Play Dungeons & Dragons. All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Teen Time
Thu, Sep 19, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Public Computers
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Beyond the Bell
Thu, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.
Teen Time
Thu, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
In Control - Quit Smoking or Vaping
Thu, Sep 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Baltimore County Department of Health offers a five-week program to help you become a non-smoker.
Woodlawn Page Turners
Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum by Antonia Hylton.
Gaming Hour
Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Hang out and battle your friends on Nintendo Switch.
Knit and Stitch
Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.
Mario Party Superstars Tournament
Thu, Sep 19, 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.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Books & Brews - One Maryland One Book
Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Heavy Seas Taproom - Purple Lounge
Join us at the Heavy Seas Taproom to enjoy a cold beer and discussion of What Storm, What Thunder by Myriam J. A. Chancy, this year's One Maryland One Book selection.
Writing Group
Thu, Sep 19, 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.
Thirsty Third Thursdays Book Club and Mocktails
Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Indulge as we explore sizzling romance novels while sipping chilled mocktails. Join us for a lively discussion of Thank You for Listening by Julia Whelan, served alongside a refreshing mocktail.
Perry Hall Book Club
Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Maid by Nita Prose.
Agatha Christie Book Club
Thu, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Discuss The Pale Horse and share your thoughts and ideas about the Queen of Mystery, Agatha Christie.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Libraries for All - Be Social
Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive, and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Sensory Story Time
Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Sep 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Emerging Infectious Disease Unit
Fri, Sep 20, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch
The EIDU brings a little bit of information on different programs with their main focus being COVID-19 and any other infectious diseases.
Yoga for Beginners
Fri, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. This program can be modified for those wanting to use a chair. Yoga mat optional.
Bingo Day
Fri, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Play bingo and win prizes. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
Teen Time
Fri, Sep 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Public Computers
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Chalk Our Walks for Welcoming Week
Fri, Sep 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch
Beautify our outdoor walkways with welcoming images and messages to celebrate Welcoming Week.
Beyond the Bell
Fri, Sep 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.
Teen Time
Fri, Sep 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
The Backyard Bird Chronicles - Traveling Book Club
Sat, Sep 21, 9:00am - 11:30am
Soldiers Delight Natural Environmental Area
Join the Traveling Book Club for guided birding at Soldiers Delight in Owings Mills, followed by a discussion of The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan.
The Edgar Allan Poe Teen Writers Club
Sat, Sep 21, 9:30am - 10:30am
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.
English Conversation Club/Club de conversación en inglés
Sat, Sep 21, 9:30am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A
Improve your English at your own pace in our conversation clubs. All levels welcome. Mejore su inglés a su propio ritmo en nuestros clubs de conversación. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos.
Family and Friends Story Time
Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Community Shred Day
Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
Destroy your confidential household paperwork at our free Community Shred Day. This outdoor event is for personal/residential users only. Limit of three (3) boxes per household; paper items only.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Sat, Sep 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point 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.
Early Explorers
Sat, Sep 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Join us each month for a delightful and educational program specially crafted for the youngest members of our community.
Chalk Our Walks for Welcoming Week
Sat, Sep 21, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Essex Branch
Beautify our outdoor walkways with welcoming images and messages to celebrate Welcoming Week. In the event of adverse weather, this program may be cancelled.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Sat, Sep 21, 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.
Paper City Storytelling
Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Build your own paper city by decorating and assembling our pre-printed cityscapes. Then, roll our storytelling dice to create a fun and imaginative tale about your city.
LEGO Marble Maze
Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Create your own LEGO marble maze.
Connecting Threads Needlework Group
Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
Hang out at this monthly sewing and knitting group. Bring your current needlework, loom, felt or other sewing project and work alongside fellow textile enthusiasts.
Towson Ren Faire
Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch
The Towson Ren Faire is back. Join us for an afternoon of jousting and other medieval activities.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Cancelled
Get Your Poetry On
Sat, Sep 21, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Hereford Branch
Monkton playwright and poet Robert Bowie Jr. and guest presenter Michael Fallon facilitate this group designed for those who enjoy reading, discussing and writing poetry.
Paws to Read
Sat, Sep 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Children's Area
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to one of our therapy dogs.
Madness With Antonia Hylton - Meet the Author
Sun, Sep 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Randallstown Community Center
Award-winning NBC correspondent Antonia Hylton joins us to talk about her Maryland-based book Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum.
Where the Wild Things Are Character Appearance
Sun, Sep 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
It's a wild Sunday! In celebration of reopening on Sundays, come by to meet the costumed character the Wild Thing. Meet and greet with photo opportunities and giveaways.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Sep 23, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Sep 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Sep 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Sep 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Express Yourself
Mon, Sep 23, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Libraries for All - Be Social
Mon, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd 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.
Baby Craft Time
Mon, Sep 23, 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.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome. First come, first served with limited space. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.
Teen Time
Mon, Sep 23, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Public Computers
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Monday Crafternoon
Mon, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Beyond the Bell
Mon, Sep 23, 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.
Teen Time
Mon, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Anyone ages 13-18 is welcome to chill in our Teen Space after school. We have some snacks and a low-key activity, but feel free to chill on the couch and play Switch.
PokéMonday
Mon, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Calling trainers of all ages. Join us once a month for a variety of activities, including crafts, gaming and trading. Bring your own PokéGear and hang with other trainers.
Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training
Mon, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
This hands-on training demonstrates three quick life-saving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.
Knitting Introduction and Social
Mon, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Learn to knit or bring your current project. Materials provided for free; first come, first served. Light refreshments available.
Pop-Up Story Time - Ocean Animals
Mon, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Enjoy a story time about animals in the ocean along with themed activities. Make your own paper fish aquarium to take home with you.
Meet the Author - A. R. Vishny
Mon, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Meet debut author A. R. Vishny as she talks about her book Night Owls, a thrilling paranormal young adult romance steeped in Jewish folklore, published by HarperCollins.
When Income Decreases But the Bills Don't
Mon, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Unexpected job loss, illness, divorce, injury or natural disaster can have a devastating effect on household finances. Learn strategies to help manage money when facing a sudden decrease in income.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Tue, Sep 24, 9:30am - 10:30am
Reisterstown 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
Intermediate Microsoft Word
Tue, Sep 24, 10:00am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Move beyond the basics and learn more about Microsoft Word. Further develop your Word skills to create a flyer using a template and learn about other Word features.
Open History Room
Tue, Sep 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
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.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Tue, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Homeless Veteran Support Hours
Tue, Sep 24, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
Drop-in hours where homeless veterans and veterans at risk of homelessness can connect with a social worker who will help them access services available to them in the VA and in the community.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Sep 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Tue, Sep 24, 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. Designed for newborns and crawlers; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
New venue 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.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Reisterstown 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
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Sep 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Libraries for All - Be Social
Tue, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville 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.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Tue, Sep 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown 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.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Tue, Sep 24, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Reisterstown 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
Recording Studio Basics Training
Tue, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Teen Time
Tue, Sep 24, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Public Computers
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Teen Gaming
Tue, Sep 24, 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. Play games, discuss gaming and connect with peers. Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and board games available.
Teen Time Tuesdays - Uno Tournament
Tue, Sep 24, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Relax after school and take part in a fun activity or craft.
Beyond the Bell
Tue, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.
Be Involved
Tue, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Teen Area
Join us in the Teen Room every Tuesday to create items to be donated to Meals on Wheels. Help others and earn service-learning hours.
Teen Time
Tue, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Smoking Cessation
Tue, Sep 24, 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.
Pikesville Chess Night
Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pikesville Branch
Join us on the fourth Tuesday of the month. Players of all skill levels welcome. Space is limited; players are assigned to a match on a first-come, first-served basis.
Nature Club for Kids - Funky Fungi
Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area
Share your appreciation for nature with others. This month, we read books about mycology and make a mushroom craft.
Sit and Stitch
Tue, Sep 24, 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.
Owings Mills Book Club - One Maryland One Book
Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Join us for a lively discussion of What Storm, What Thunder by Myriam J. A. Chancy, this year's One Maryland One Book selection.
National Association of Mental Illness - In Our Own Voice
Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
NAMI In Our Own Voice is a National Signature program designed to change attitudes and stereotypes about mental illness.
Entrepreneur Academy - Small Business Accelerator
Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join our dynamic seven-week, no-cost business accelerator, Entrepreneur Academy, designed to guide you through every step of launching and growing a successful business.
Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training
Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
This hands-on training demonstrates three quick life-saving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.
Pajama Story Time
Tue, Sep 24, 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.
Mad Science - Kitchen Science Experiments
Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Explore the fun of science with common kitchen ingredients, such as baking soda, vinegar and ice.
English Conversation Club/Club de conversación en inglés
Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Improve your English at your own pace in our conversation clubs. All levels welcome. Mejore su inglés a su propio ritmo en nuestros clubs de conversación. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos.
Tiny Book Jewelry - Adult Craft Club
Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Love books and want everyone to know it? Come create a wearable work of art to show off your status as a bona fide bibliophile. Materials provided.
Under the Gun With Dr. Cedric Dark - Meet the Author
Tue, Sep 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Cedric Dark discusses his newly released book, Under the Gun: An ER Doctor's Cure for America's Gun Epidemic.
Public Benefits Assistance
Wed, Sep 25, 9:00am - 3:00pm
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, Sep 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Sep 25, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Be Playful
Wed, Sep 25, 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.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Sep 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Books and Conversation - One Maryland One Book
Wed, Sep 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Arbutus Branch
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Sep 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Sep 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Wed, Sep 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Early Literacy - Symbols Have Meaning
Wed, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Participate in playful activities that will help your child learn that symbols have meaning.
Blood Drive
Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Save lives and show your support by donating blood. Your blood donation can save up to three lives. Contact the branch or Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS to make an appointment.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Parents, Babies and Breastfeeding Support Group
Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Parents, siblings and support partners are invited to discuss the adventures of parenthood, developmental milestones and receive breastfeeding support from a Certified Lactation Counselor.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Wed, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Harm Reduction: Narcan Training
Wed, Sep 25, 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.
Books and Conversation
Wed, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Pikesville Speaker Series - Presenter: Eliza Feller
Wed, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Learn about what goes into planning a funeral or memorial celebration and what your options are and how you can ensure your wishes are followed.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Teen Time
Wed, Sep 25, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Public Computers
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Beyond the Bell
Wed, Sep 25, 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.
Teen Time
Wed, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Reading Cuddly Buddies
Wed, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hereford Branch
In partnership with Defenders of Animal Rights, the Hereford Branch seeks children ages 6 to 12 who love animals and would like to practice their reading skills with adoptable dogs and cats.
Two Truths and a Lie - Separating Facts From Fiction
Wed, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
In this series of three interactive workshops, learn about disinformation, its impact on your community, our democracy and the upcoming election, and how to disrupt its spread.
This event is full
Adult Study Hall
Wed, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Make progress on a personal project.
Dungeons & Dragons
Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
A drop-in Dungeons & Dragons adventure. Beginners and veterans welcome. Materials provided.
English Conversation Club/Club de conversación en inglés
Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Improve your English at your own pace in our conversation clubs. All levels welcome. Mejore su inglés a su propio ritmo en nuestros clubs de conversación. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos.
Madan Sara - Documentary Film and Discussion Panel
Wed, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Join us for a screening of Etant Dupain's documentary Madan Sara, about the Haitian women whose tireless struggles help feed a nation and make its economy run.
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Sep 25, 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.
Introduction to AI Image Generation and Chatbots
Wed, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Learn the basics of image generation and chatbots during this brief introduction to AI technologies. Experience live demonstrations and hands-on activities to explore these innovative tools.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Wed, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Writers Studio - Writing Horror
Wed, Sep 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult
Horror is one of the oldest, most primordial genres. It not only scares us, but helps us understand what it means to be human. Get tips and guidance on how to write and publish horror.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Sep 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families. Designed for newborns and crawlers; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Sep 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Sep 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Sensory Social
Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Designed for teens and adults with special needs, this program engages participants and their caregivers socially using hands-on activities.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration
Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pikesville Branch
Whether you're interested in beginning the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program with your child, finishing up or somewhere in between, this fun story time and party celebrates your little reader.
Rescheduled
Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction
Thu, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Thursday, September 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
The Baltimore County Department of Health is offering free, on-the-spot opioid overdose response training on recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using intranasal naloxone.
Rescheduled
Free Walk-Up Health Screenings - Provided by Baltimore County Department of Health
Thu, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Thursday, September 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
The Baltimore County Department of Health Harm Reduction Program is on site offering free health screenings.
Teen Time
Thu, Sep 26, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Public Computers
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Improv Workshop for Tweens and Teens
Thu, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch
Baltimore Improv Group teaches the basics of improv through exercises and games for better listening, agreement and response.
Beyond the Bell
Thu, Sep 26, 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.
Banned Books Escape Room - Banned Books Week
Thu, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Can you free the banned books and restore your freedom? Teens are welcome to bring their friends to try their luck at this escape room during Teen Time.
Leaf Art
Thu, Sep 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Be inspired by fall and create your own leaf art. Supplies provided.
Crafterwork: Tiny Book Charms
Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Relax and socialize with an easy craft each month. Supplies provided. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Knit and Stitch
Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.
Be Crafty - Scrapbook Journal
Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Explore your creative side. Join us for a guided craft or DIY project. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Trivia Night
Thu, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Have fun and compete to win prizes with other trivia fans.
Towson Book Club - One Maryland One Book
Thu, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Join us for a lively discussion of What Storm, What Thunder by Myriam J. A. Chancy, this year's One Maryland One Book selection.
The Latinx and African American Struggle for Civil Rights - Let's Talk About It
Thu, Sep 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Examine inter-ethnic solidarity and parallels between the Latinx and African American struggle for civil rights in America.
Dance a Story/Learn to Read
Fri, Sep 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
A multifaceted program geared toward kinesthetic learning.
Story Time at Northwest Regional Park
Fri, Sep 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch
Join librarians from the Owings Mills Branch at Northwest Regional Park to an outdoor story time. Please use the park entrance on Deer Park Road.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration
Fri, Sep 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Whether you're interested in beginning the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program with your child, finishing up or somewhere in between, this fun story time and party celebrates your little reader.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Sep 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Fri, Sep 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Computers for Beginners
Fri, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Essex Branch - Public Computers
Learn computer basics, refresh your resume and improve your typing. Librarians are on hand to assist you with any computer questions you might have. Limited to the first eight participants.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration
Fri, Sep 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Whether you're interested in beginning the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program with your child, finishing up or somewhere in between, this fun story time and party celebrates your little reader.
Teen Time
Fri, Sep 27, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Public Computers
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Beyond the Bell
Fri, Sep 27, 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.
Teen Time
Fri, Sep 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
English Conversation Club/Club de conversación en inglés
Sat, Sep 28, 9:30am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A
Improve your English at your own pace in our conversation clubs. All levels welcome. Mejore su inglés a su propio ritmo en nuestros clubs de conversación. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration
Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Whether you're interested in beginning the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program with your child, finishing up or somewhere in between, this fun story time and party celebrates your little reader.
Family and Friends Story Time
Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Sollers Point Branch - Conference 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
Pet Café With the Cuddle Shuttle
Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Experience a Neko Café here in Maryland. Enjoy a beverage and play with many adoptable animals, courtesy of the Cuddle Shuttle.
Paws to Read
Sat, Sep 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch
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.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Sat, Sep 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sollers Point 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.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Sat, Sep 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Sollers Point 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
LEGO Fun
Sat, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Sat, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sollers Point Branch - Conference 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
Otaku Beats - Anime Theme Song Trivia
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B
Think you can name that anime just from its theme song? Put your knowledge to the test and you might just be the one to take home the prize...and bragging rights.
Paws to Read
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers.
Play-Doh Fun
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Test your creativity with Play-Doh. Supplies provided.
Saturday Movie Matinee - Five Nights at Freddy's
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of Five Nights at Freddy's.
Improv Workshop for Tweens and Teens
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Parkville-Carney Branch
Baltimore Improv Group teaches the basics of improv through exercises and games for better listening, agreement and response.
The Mayhem Magical Circus
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Former Ringling Bros. circus and Maryland Renaissance Festival performer Gregory May builds his own wacky circus show.
STEM Adventure With the Science Guys
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
In this thrilling show, young scientists embark on a STEM adventure.
Get Your Poetry On
Sat, Sep 28, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Monkton playwright and poet Robert Bowie Jr. and guest presenter Michael Fallon facilitate this group designed for those who enjoy reading, discussing and writing poetry.
Succulent Giveaway
Sun, Sep 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Towson Branch
It's a wild Sunday! Take a bit of nature home with you. The first 100 people to visit receive a free succulent plant. These easy-to-care for plants are the perfect way to bring the wild indoors.
Henna Workshop - Magic Kitchen Mixology and Design
Sun, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Henna artist Chelsea Stevenson shares the history of henna, henna safety, how it works, cultural uses and how designs are applied.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Sep 30, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Sep 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Sep 30, 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. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Sep 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.
Express Yourself
Mon, Sep 30, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Be Artistic - Libraries for All
Mon, Sep 30, 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.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome. First come, first served with limited space. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.
Teen Time
Mon, Sep 30, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Public Computers
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Monday Crafternoon
Mon, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Beyond the Bell
Mon, Sep 30, 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.
Teen Time
Mon, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Self-Portraits in the Style of Frida Kahlo
Mon, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making a self-portrait in the style of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo.
Chill Out Night - Relax With Music and Adult Coloring
Mon, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Learn easy adult coloring techniques to instantly improve your art. Coloring sheets with simple and complex designs as well as colored pencils provided.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Tue, Oct 01, 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. Designed for newborns and crawlers; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Cancelled
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Dementia Dialogues
Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Join a virtual monthly discussion group for anyone and everyone wanting to discuss dementia, including caregivers/care partners and persons living with dementia.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Be Involved
Tue, Oct 01, 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.
Entrepreneur Academy - Small Business Accelerator
Tue, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join our dynamic seven-week, no-cost business accelerator, Entrepreneur Academy, designed to guide you through every step of launching and growing a successful business.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training
Wed, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
This hands-on training demonstrates three quick life-saving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.
Two Truths and a Lie: Separating Facts From Fiction
Wed, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
In this series of three interactive workshops, learn about disinformation, its impact on your community, our democracy and the upcoming election, and how to disrupt its spread.
White Marsh Book Club - One Maryland One Book
Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of What Storm, What Thunder by Myriam J. A. Chancy, this year's One Maryland One Book selection.
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
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Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Oct 03, 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. Designed for newborns and crawlers; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Oct 03, 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. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Cantaré Presents: ¡Mucha música!
Thu, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Cantaré introduces audiences to the beautiful songs and rhythms of Latin America, drawing from the musical heritage of the Caribbean and Central and South America.
Create Your Own Molas
Thu, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by creating molas, art pieces that feature bold patterns and vivid colors.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Thu, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Zentangle®
Thu, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Join a Certified Zentangle® Teacher and learn to use this step-by-step method to create something unexpected and creative.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Oct 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Oct 04, 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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