Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Libraries for All - Be Social

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.

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.

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.

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.

Emerging Infectious Disease Unit

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.

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.

Chalk Our Walks for Welcoming Week

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.

Fri, Sep 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch

Beautify our outdoor walkways with welcoming images and messages to celebrate Welcoming Week.

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.

The Backyard Bird Chronicles - Traveling Book Club

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.

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.

Registration is now closed

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.

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.

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

Chalk Our Walks for Welcoming Week

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.

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.

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.

Madness With Antonia Hylton - Meet the Author

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mon, Sep 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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.

Libraries for All - Be Social

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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.

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.

Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training

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.

Mon, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

This hands-on training demonstrates three quick lifesaving 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.

Homeless Veteran Support Hours

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.

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.

Tue, Sep 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

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.

Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

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.

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

Libraries for All - Be Social

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.

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

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 Tuesdays - Uno Tournament

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.

Tue, Sep 24, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Relax after school and take part in a fun activity or craft.

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.

Nature Club for Kids - Funky Fungi

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.

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 lifesaving 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.

Cancelled

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, Sep 25, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Essex Branch

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.

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.

Books and Conversation - One Maryland One Book

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.

Wed, Sep 25, 10:00am - 11:30am

Arbutus Branch

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

Wed, Sep 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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.

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.

Early Literacy - Symbols Have Meaning

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.

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.

Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Parents, Babies and Breastfeeding Support Group

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.

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.

Wed, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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.

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.

Two Truths and a Lie - Separating Facts From Fiction

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.

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.

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.

Writers Studio - Writing Horror

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

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.

Thu, Sep 26, 9:30am - 10:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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.

Thu, Sep 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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.

Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

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

Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction

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

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.

Improv Workshop for Tweens and Teens

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.

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.

Banned Books Escape Room - Banned Books Week

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.

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.

Towson Book Club - One Maryland One Book

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

English Conversation Club/Club de conversación en inglés

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.

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.

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.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

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.

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.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

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.

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.

This event is full

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.

Saturday Movie Matinee - Five Nights at Freddy's

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.

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.

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.

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

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

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

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

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Be Artistic - Libraries for All

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mon, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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.

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.

Self-Portraits in the Style of Frida Kahlo

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.

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.

Open History Room

Tue, Oct 01, 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.

History Room Research Hours

Tue, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

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.

Tue, Oct 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Tue, Oct 01, 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.

Cancelled

Making Masterpieces Story Time - Alma Thomas

Tue, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch

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

Tue, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:45am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Learn about an artist and their techniques. Then, try them out yourself. Materials provided.

Connecting Threads Needlework Group

Tue, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

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.

VA Homeless Outreach

Tue, Oct 01, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Quiet Study Room

Outreach social workers from the VA Maryland Healthcare System are available to assist homeless veterans with finding healthcare, employment and housing resources.

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.

Yoga for Beginners

Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh 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.

Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

Hang out at the branch for a monthly sewing and knitting group. All experience levels welcome.

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

Teen Gaming

Tue, Oct 01, 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

Tue, Oct 01, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Relax after school and take part in a fun activity, game or craft. This week's activity: resin keychains.

Tue, Oct 01, 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.

Trading Card Club

Tue, Oct 01, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

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

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.

Tue, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Practice English at the Library

Tue, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.

Smoking Cessation

Tue, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program is staffing a table on the public floor to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.

Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Improve your daily English skills. Lessons are for beginners from all countries.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Oct 01, 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.

North Point Book Club

Tue, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.

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.

English Conversation Club/Club de conversación en inglés

Tue, Oct 01, 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.

Workforce Development - Drop-in Job Help

Wed, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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.

Wed, Oct 02, 9:30am - 10:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall 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.

Sensory Story Time

Wed, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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.

Wed, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Cancelled

Wed, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

White Marsh 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.

Wed, Oct 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.

Be Playful

Wed, Oct 02, 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, 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.

Playful Pals

Wed, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Enjoy fun activities and music while making new friends.

Parents, Babies and Breastfeeding Support Group

Wed, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Wed, Oct 02, 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.

Wed, Oct 02, 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.

Cancelled

Wed, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

White Marsh Branch

Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.

Cancelled

Wed, Oct 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

White Marsh Branch

Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.

Cancelled

Harm Reduction: Narcan Training

Wed, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

White Marsh 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.

Wed, Oct 02, 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.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Wed, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Wed, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Rosedale 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.

Wed, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training

Wed, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Teen Area

Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.

Family Crisis Center

Wed, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

Working with individuals, families and communities to interrupt and prevent cycles of violence in relationships. All are welcome.

Wed, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

This hands-on training demonstrates three quick lifesaving 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.

Sit and Stitch Meetup

Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive

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

Teen Study Hub

Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Spend time in our teen area to study, work in groups or complete school assignments. Learn about the database Brainfuse for free online tutoring and homework help.

English Conversation Club/Club de conversación en inglés

Wed, Oct 02, 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.

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.

Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Thu, Oct 03, 9:30am - 10:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Be Social - Libraries for All

Thu, Oct 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

Thu, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch

We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.

Free Community Flu Vaccination Clinic

Thu, Oct 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Hereford Branch

University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center provides flu vaccinations to anyone age 9 and up. Only standard dose quadrivalent vaccine offered.

Artists' Meetup - Life Model Open Sessions

Thu, Oct 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Thu, Oct 03, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Join other artists for this biweekly drawing session.

Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Point Branch - North Point 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.

Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Collector of the Impossible - Peter Wood

Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Blending amazing artifacts with humor and storytelling, Peter Wood has crafted a one-of-a-kind magic show experience that is guaranteed to surprise and delight.

Kid's Crafting Hour

Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive

Join us for a casual hour of crafting.

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.

Collector of the Impossible - Peter Wood

Thu, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Blending amazing artifacts with humor and storytelling, Peter Wood has crafted a one-of-a-kind magic show experience that is guaranteed to surprise and delight.

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.

Color Your World - Design a Canvas Bag

Thu, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Unleash your creativity in this fun-filled program where you decorate your own canvas bag. Supplies provided. Canvas bags are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Thu, Oct 03, 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.

Mario Kart Tournament

Thu, Oct 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Pick your favorite racer and strive for the gold medal in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Nintendo Switch and controllers provided.

Henna Workshop - Magic Kitchen Mixology and Design

Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Henna artist Chelsea Stevenson shares the history of henna, henna safety, how it works, cultural uses and how designs are applied.

Learn How to Draw and Shade by Mechanical Pencil

Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive

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

Freestyle Art Session

Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

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

Be Social - Libraries for All

Thu, Oct 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.

Gaming Hour - Mario Kart Tournament

Thu, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Pokémon Club

Thu, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Join fans of the video games, manga and TV shows for socializing, card trading, competitions, crafts and Pokémon Go!

Public Assistance Benefits

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

Trivia for Adults

Thu, Oct 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

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.

Fri, Oct 04, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Arbutus Branch

A social worker from Healthcare for the Homeless is available for one-on-one assistance.

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.

Books and Conversation

Fri, Oct 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Join us for engaging conversation as we share thoughts on our favorite books and latest reads. Offered in partnership with the Friends of the Perry Hall Library.

Fri, Oct 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Fri, Oct 04, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.

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.

Yoga for Beginners

Fri, Oct 04, 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.

Hands-on Computer Learning Hour

Fri, Oct 04, 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, Oct 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Essex Branch

Trying to 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.

Fri, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

The Edgar Allan Poe Teen Writers Club

Fri, Oct 04, 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.

Sat, Oct 05, 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, Oct 05, 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.

Sat, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

Odon the Giant - Filipino American History Month

Sat, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Sat, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Celebrate Filipino American History Month by learning the story of Odon the Giant. Afterward, participate in a discussion about the story and learn how to draw some of the characters.

LEGO Fun

Sat, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

Sat, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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.

Chess Club for Kids

Sat, Oct 05, 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.

Sat, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Public Service Area

Bring your shy or reluctant reader to read to a lovable pet from Pets on Wheels. They are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.

Chess Meetup

Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C

Join us on the first Saturday of the month and enjoy friendly matches with other chess enthusiasts. No formal instruction, just open play and fun. Players matched by ability; all levels welcome.

Create Your Own Pokémon

Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Learn how to create your own competitive Pokémon and then battle each other and/or trade with one another.

Interactive Movie - Scooby Doo

Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Join us for an interactive movie event for the whole family. You've never seen Scooby Doo like this before.

Sat, Oct 05, 3:30pm - 3:45pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Register your shy or reluctant reader to read to a lovable pet from Pets on Wheels. They are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.

Sat, Oct 05, 3:45pm - 4:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Register your shy or reluctant reader to read to a lovable pet from Pets on Wheels. They are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.

Sat, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 4:15pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Register your shy or reluctant reader to read to a lovable pet from Pets on Wheels. They are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.