Small Business Counseling

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration

Sat, Oct 12, 9:30am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A

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

Sat, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven 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.

Free Community Flu Vaccination Clinic

Sat, Oct 12, 10:00am - 1:00pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

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

Spooky Slime

Sat, Oct 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Towson Branch - Public Service Area

Create your own spooky slime.

Nature Club - Spooky Spiders

Sat, Oct 12, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Arbutus Branch

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

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Learn all about spiders and make a fun spider craft to take home.

Artist Hour

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Calling all young artists. Use your imagination to create your very own masterpiece. Supplies provided.

Create Your Own Pokémon

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Make a Mola - Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

Create a paper version of this handmade, brightly colored textile art traditionally made by the indigenous Guna people from Panama and Colombia in South America. Supplies provided.

U.S. Immigration Information Session

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Learn about the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Office, how to get U.S. citizenship, temporary protected status and other resources. Email baltimore.communityrelations@uscis.dhs.gov to register.

Board Game Social

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Bring your favorite board game or play one that we provide, including games from our Library of Things, which you can later check out. For adults and families of all ages.

Cancelled

Create a Gourd Ornament

Sat, Oct 12, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Hereford Branch

Create a mini gourd ornament using paints and dyes while learning about the history of these charming fruits from former Visiting Artist Trustina Fafa Sabah.

Succulent Giveaway

Sun, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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.

Create Your Own Pokémon

Sun, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Liberty Senior Center Information Session

Tue, Oct 15, 9:30am - 1:30pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

Learn about the Liberty Senior Center, a community resource whose mission is to end isolation and encourage socialization and liberation.

Computers for Beginners

Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:30am

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Learn computer basics and improve your typing. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.

Open History Room

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

Parkville-Carney Book Club - One Maryland One Book

Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor

Join us for a lively discussion of What Storm, What Thunder by Myriam J. A. Chancy, this year's One Maryland One Book selection.

Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room

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

Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

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

Sollers Point Branch

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

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

Stories and More - A Story and Craft Hour

Tue, Oct 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Oct 15, 11:00am - 11:45am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for a story and craft. This month: The Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munsch.

Help for the Homeless

Tue, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

Are you or someone you know experiencing homelessness in Baltimore County? Meet with a social worker from Prologue, Inc. and develop a plan to remove barriers towards housing.

Tue, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Teen Time Tuesdays

Tue, Oct 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Relax after school and take part in a fun activity or craft. This week's activity: votive candle jars. Decorate a votive candle jar with tissue paper and modge podge.

Tue, Oct 15, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Teen Gaming

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

Trading Card Club

Tue, Oct 15, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

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

Be Involved

Tue, Oct 15, 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 15, 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 15, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Anime Club

Tue, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Tue, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

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

Anime Club for Teens

Tue, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Third Tuesday Poker Club

Tue, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Join your fellow players to play popular zero stakes or "non-monetary" poker-related card games.

Entrepreneur Academy - Small Business Accelerator

Tue, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

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

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other. All skill levels and varieties of needlework welcome.

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

This event is full

Fair Housing Laws and You - Know Your Rights

Tue, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

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

Tue, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult

Are you a victim of housing discrimination? A first-time landlord who wants to avoid legal issues? Join LaToya McKay of Economic Action Maryland to learn about your rights and responsibilities.

Workforce Development - Drop-in Job Help

Wed, Oct 16, 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 16, 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, Oct 16, 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 16, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Wed, Oct 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Oct 16, 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 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Wed, Oct 16, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Be Playful

Wed, Oct 16, 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 16, 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.

Build With Us

Wed, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Bring your creativity and build with different materials.

Wed, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Parents, Babies and Breastfeeding Support Group

Wed, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 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.

Books and Conversation - Book Buzz

Wed, Oct 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Looking for your next great read?

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Wed, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Public Service Area

Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.

Harm Reduction: General Health Services

Wed, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

Receive confidential assessments and education related to drug use and sexual health, including HIV and hepatitis C testing, health screenings and consultations.

Wed, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Wed, Oct 16, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Wed, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

SNAP Outreach Presented by CAN

Wed, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Yoga for Beginners

Wed, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Loch Raven Branch

Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness.

Wed, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

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

Wed, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

If you are between ages 11 and 14 and want to learn the steps involved in starting a business, join the Middle School Entrepreneur Academy.

Sit and Stitch Meetup

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive

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

MWA Teen Writers' Group

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area

Join us for the Maryland Writers' Association's free monthly teen writing program. Author and instructor Johanna Greenlaw presents fun writing exercises, techniques, group workshops and more.

Cross Stitch 101

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Learn how to cross stitch or bring a project you want to finish, need help on or just want to share. Materials provided. Supplies are limited.

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Book Bingo

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Join us for bookish bingo, where we use book titles from The New York Times Bestsellers list instead of numbers. Find a new book to read and a chance to win advanced reader copies.

Be Crafty - Hojalata Art

Wed, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, create your own tin art inspired by hojalata, a form of Mexican folk art.

Pajama Story Time

Wed, Oct 16, 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.

The Anti-Ableist Manifesto With Tiffany Yu

Wed, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Wed, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Hear from Tiffany Yu, author of the new book The Anti-Ableist Manifesto, in recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

Music Meetup

Wed, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - ACE

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

Thu, Oct 17, 9:30am - 10:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Cancelled

Totally Untidy Toddler Time

Thu, Oct 17, 9:30am - 10:00am

Perry Hall Branch

It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.

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

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

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

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

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

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Thu, Oct 17, 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

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

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

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

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor

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

This event is full

Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)

Thu, Oct 17, 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

Thu, Oct 17, 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.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

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

Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor

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

Thu, Oct 17, 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.

Free Community Flu Vaccination Clinic

Thu, Oct 17, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Thu, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch

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

Thu, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Disinformation and Gender Bias - Make Your Vote Count

Thu, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Thu, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Virtual

Nina Jankowicz discusses how gender bias and disinformation often work together and how to recognize false statements and get to the truth.

Knit and Stitch

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

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Gaming Hour

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

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Woodlawn Page Turners - One Maryland One Book

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

Woodlawn Branch

Join us for a lively discussion of What Storm, What Thunder by Myriam J. A. Chancy, this year's One Maryland One Book selection.

Be Crafty - Tie-Dye Tea Towel

Thu, Oct 17, 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.

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

North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab

If you are between ages 11 and 14 and want to learn the steps involved in starting a business, join the Middle School Entrepreneur Academy.

Perry Hall Book Club - One Maryland One Book

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

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio

This event is full

Writing Group

Thu, Oct 17, 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.

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

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall 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.

Thirsty Third Thursdays Book Club and Mocktails

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

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Indulge as we explore sizzling romance novels while sipping chilled mocktails. Join us for a lively discussion of Angelika Frankenstein Makes Her Match by Sally Thorne and a refreshing mocktail.

Books & Brews

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

Heavy Seas Taproom - Purple Lounge

Join us at the Heavy Seas Taproom to enjoy a cold beer and a discussion of The September House by Carissa Orlando.

Stalking and Relationship Red Flags - Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Thu, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Whether you are dating in person or meeting someone online, learn how to start a healthy and safe relationship and identify relationship red flags.

Emerging Infectious Disease Unit

Thu, Oct 17, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

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

Fri, Oct 18, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Cockeysville Branch

The EIDU brings a little bit of information on different programs with their main focus being COVID-19 and any other infectious diseases.

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

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration

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

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

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

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book 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.

Collector of the Impossible - Peter Wood

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

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne 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.

Spooky Craft

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

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Join us for a crafty good time and let your spooky side shine.

Cantaré Presents: Shake Your Bones - Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month

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

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Fri, Oct 18, 11:00am - 11:35am

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

In this playful and highly interactive presentation, Cantaré introduces audiences to songs, rhythms and instruments from Latin America.

Indoor Pumpkin Patch

Fri, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Pick your own mini pumpkin from our indoor pumpkin patch. After you have chosen your pumpkin, you can decorate it and take it home with you. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Cantaré Presents: ¡Mucha música!

Fri, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville 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.

Code Club

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

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Collector of the Impossible - Peter Wood

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

Essex Branch - Essex 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.

Mysterious Messages

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

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Become the best secret agent or detective by learning how to encode and decode secret messages. Create your own secret codes and experiment with making invisible ink. Supplies provided.

Mothman Craft

Fri, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Make your own Mothman craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Teen After Hours - Fear Fest

Fri, Oct 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

Tonight, the branch is open just for teens. Watch a movie, play games or hang out and have fun. Food provided. Registration required. Contact branch to register.

The Edgar Allan Poe Teen Writers Club

Sat, Oct 19, 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.

Sat, Oct 19, 9:30am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A

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

Community Read-In - Celebrate Freedom to Read Day of Action

Sat, Oct 19, 9:30am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Sat, Oct 19, 9:30am - 11:30am

Essex Branch

Come together and read a book of your choosing, meet other readers, share titles and learn about the importance of literacy, libraries and information access.

Community Read-In - Celebrate Freedom to Read Day of Action

Sat, Oct 19, 9:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch

Come together and read a book of your choosing, meet other readers, share titles and learn about the importance of literacy, libraries and information access.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

Community Shred Day

Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Lansdowne 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, Oct 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Freedom to Read Story Time - Celebrate Freedom to Read Day of Action

Sat, Oct 19, 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.

Winterizing Your Garden

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

Hereford Branch

Baltimore County Master Gardener Norman Cohen reviews best practices to ensure soil and plant health through the winter for minimal work and fewer pest and virus issues in the spring.

Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

Catonsville Branch

Celebrate your freedom to read at this story time, featuring age-appropriate picture books commonly challenged or banned.

Spooky Story Time

Sat, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Horror hostess Aurora Gorealis joins us to celebrate the Halloween season with slightly spooky stories, songs and poems for the whole family.

Early Explorers

Sat, Oct 19, 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.

Chess Club for Kids

Sat, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Sat, Oct 19, 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.

Filipino American Heritage Story Time

Sat, Oct 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Join us for a special story time as we celebrate and learn about Filipino American History Month through stories, songs and more of your favorite story time activities.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Sat, Oct 19, 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.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

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

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

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

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

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

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

Yarn Wall Hanging

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

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Create your own yarn art to hang on your wall. Supplies provided.

Cut It Off - An Amputation Demonstration and Discussion

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

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Over 50,000 amputations were conducted during the Civil War. Watch an amputation on a (fake) leg and discover the medicine behind the operation.

Connecting Threads Needlework Group

Sat, Oct 19, 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.

Wicked Wicks - DIY Halloween Candles

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

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Get in the spirit and make your own decorative Halloween candle. Supplies provided. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.

SOLD OUT - An Afternoon With Sir Alexander McCall Smith

Sat, Oct 19, 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, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

EVENT FULL. WAIT LIST AVAILABLE. Meet Sir Alexander McCall Smith, author of several popular series, including The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency and The Sunday Philosophy Club.

Mon, Oct 21, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Gardening for Preschoolers

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

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Mon, Oct 21, 10:00am - 10:45am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

A representative from the Master Gardeners children's division presents stories and crafts about gardening.

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

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

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

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

Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.

Mon, Oct 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

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

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

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

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration

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

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville 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.

Emerging Infectious Disease Unit

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

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Mon, Oct 21, 11:00am - 3:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

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

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

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

This event is full

Mon, Oct 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

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

This event is full

Mon, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

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

This event is full

Mon, Oct 21, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Monday Crafternoon

Mon, Oct 21, 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, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Chill Time

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

Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine

We have some snacks and a low-key activity, but feel free to chill on the couch and play Switch or PS5.

Sonic Superstars Battle Mode Tournament

Mon, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

If you are between ages 11 and 14 and want to learn the steps involved in starting a business, join the Middle School Entrepreneur Academy.

Knitting Night

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

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Join other knitters and stitchers for a night of conversation and needlework. This meetup is held in the magazine reading area.

Mon, Oct 21, 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.

Knitting Introduction and Social

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

Essex Branch

Learn to knit or bring your current project. Materials provided for free; first come, first served. Light refreshments available.

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

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.

Mad Science - Invisible Ink

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

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

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

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Have you ever wanted to send your friend a secret message that no one else can read? Explore how invisible ink is used and write your own secret message.

Creating Wealth - Stocking Up for the Long Haul

Mon, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Achieving financial goals takes planning and commitment. This workshop provides an overview of investing principles and products that can help you reach your goals sooner.

Open History Room

Tue, Oct 22, 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.

Excel for Beginners

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

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

An introductory Excel course where we create and modify a take-home budget template. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.

Tue, Oct 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

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

Sollers Point Branch

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

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

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

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

Towson Branch - Children's Area

It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.

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

Randallstown Branch - Children's Area

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

Homeless Veteran Support Hours

Tue, Oct 22, 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.

Tue, Oct 22, 11:00am - 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, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 22, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Teen Time Tuesdays

Tue, Oct 22, 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: Uno tournament. Winner gets bragging rights.

Teen Gaming

Tue, Oct 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Drop by the meeting room for teen gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite. Play games, discuss gaming and connect with peers. Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and board games available.

Trading Card Club

Tue, Oct 22, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

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

Be Involved

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

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Tue, Oct 22, 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 22, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

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

Pikesville Chess Night

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

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

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

STEM Challenge - Spaghetti Structures

Tue, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

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

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other. All skill levels and varieties of needlework welcome.

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

Cockeysville Branch - Children's Area

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

Entrepreneur Academy - Small Business Accelerator

Tue, Oct 22, 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.

This event is full

Pajama Story Time

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

Sollers Point Branch

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

Public Benefits Assistance

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

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

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

White House Memories

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

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Alan DeValerio presents a riveting conversation about what it is like to work as a White House butler.

Wed, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 9:30am - 10:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgement-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.

Wed, Oct 23, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Be Playful

Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play stations as your child builds communication, early learning and reading skills.

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

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Animals and Their Habitats With Oregon Ridge Nature Center

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

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Meet and learn about some of the animals that call Maryland home.

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

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play activities as your child builds communication, early learning and reading skills.

Early Literacy - Wiggly Writers

Wed, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome.

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

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Your child develops early writing skills by participating in engaging activities that helps them grow fine motor skills.

Parents, Babies and Breastfeeding Support Group

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

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Wed, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

Receive free training in recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using Narcan. This is a drop-in training.

Books and Conversation

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

Virtual - Virtual - ACE

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

Wed, Oct 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Wed, Oct 23, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

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

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lansdowne Branch

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

This event is full

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

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

Lansdowne 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.

Nature Club for Kids - Batty for Bats

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

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Franken-Art

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

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Find your inner Dr. Frankenstein by using old parts of various electronics and machines to create a piece of art. No electricity involved. Materials provided.

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

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Share your appreciation for nature with others. This month, we read books about bats and make our very own spooky bat craft. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

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

Lansdowne 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.

Pajama Story Time

Wed, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C

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

Wed, Oct 23, 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 24, 9:30am - 10:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

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

Medstar Family Choice "Think Pink" - Breast Care Health and Awareness Screening Day

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

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Thu, Oct 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Essex Branch

Get connected with health resources from Medstar Family Medical, including free mammograms.

Happy Birthday, Rosedale!: A Celebration Story Time

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

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Celebrate the branch's 50th birthday with a special story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.

Cancelled

Thu, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch

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

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

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction

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

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

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

Owings Mills Branch

The Baltimore County Department of Health Harm Reduction Program is on site offering free health screenings.

Teen Gaming Tournament - Madden 24

Thu, Oct 24, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Be Creative

Thu, Oct 24, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Public Service Area

Let your creativity shine by creating art however you see fit.

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

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Bring your friends, make some new ones and hang out in our teen area. Play Madden 24 on the PS5 and compete to win small prizes.

Thu, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Celebrate STEMfest - Test Your Engineering Skills

Thu, Oct 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.

DIY Fall Suncatcher

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

Sollers Point Branch

Create your own fall-themed suncatcher. Supplies provided.

Knit and Stitch

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

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

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

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Drop in between 6 and 7 p.m. to test your engineering skills by completing a series of building challenges.

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

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

If you are between ages 11 and 14 and want to learn the steps involved in starting a business, join the Middle School Entrepreneur Academy.

DIY Marbled Paint Effect Pencils

Thu, Oct 24, 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, Oct 24, 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

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

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Join us for a lively discussion of Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls.

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

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Learn the simple technique of making marbled paint effects on pencils. These decorated pencils make a great gift or journaling pencil. Supplies provided.

Horror Movie Trivia Night

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

North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab

You have spent years watching horror movies, now it is time to put your knowledge to the test.

Chill Out Night - Crochet and Knit Social

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

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Enjoy a relaxing evening crocheting and knitting with others.

WTH Is the Electoral College? - Make Your Vote Count

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

Virtual

In five presidential elections, the candidate who won the popular vote didn't win the election because the Electoral College chose someone else. How is this possible? What is the Electoral College?

Practice English at the Libary

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

Towson Branch - Towson Room

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

Story Time at Northwest Regional Park

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

Owings Mills Branch

Join librarians from the Owings Mills Branch at Northwest Regional Park for an outdoor story time. Please use the park entrance on Deer Park Road.

Dance a Story/Learn to Read

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

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Fri, Oct 25, 10:00am - 10:45am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

A multifaceted program geared toward kinesthetic learning.

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

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Hands-on Computer Learning Hour

Fri, Oct 25, 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 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

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 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Yoga for Beginners

Fri, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cockeysville Branch

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.

Fri, Oct 25, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Fri, Oct 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Fri, Oct 25, 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 After Hours

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

Reisterstown Branch

Tonight, the branch is open just for teens. Watch a movie, play games or hang out and have fun. Food provided. Contact branch for registration.

Halloween Trunk-or-Treat

Fri, Oct 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Join us in costume for a night of spooky fun, trick-or-treating around the parking lot, a story time and other festivities.

Spooky Stories Open Mic

Fri, Oct 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Towson Branch - Public Service Area

Find out just how creepy the library can be when it's closed. Share your original tale or read one of your frightening favorites. This is an after-hours program.

Sat, Oct 26, 9:30am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A

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

Cybersecurity and Scams 101

Sat, Oct 26, 9:30am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Sat, Oct 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Recognize the signs of scams to safeguard your finances, identity and online files and learn actions to take if you suspect fraud or theft.

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

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

The Great Magic Reading Adventure

Sat, Oct 26, 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.

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

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

The Amazing Magi presents a program designed to delight, entertain and educate audiences, one filled with magic, puppets, storytelling, comedy and even a live rabbit.

Sugar Skull Craft - Día de los Muertos

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

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

Learn about the significance of sugar skulls when celebrating Día de los Muertos and the tradition of placing them on an ofrenda. Then, paint a sugar skull on canvas to take home.

Saturday Movie Matinee - Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

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

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. (PG-13,115 minutes)