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Cherokee Tales
2024-11-08 10:00:00 2024-11-08 10:45:00 America/New_York Cherokee Tales Bright Star Theatre introduces young audiences to the Cherokee people through a series of fun and engaging stories. Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Friday, November 08
10:00am - 10:45am

Add to Calendar 2024-11-08 10:00:00 2024-11-08 10:45:00 America/New_York Cherokee Tales Bright Star Theatre introduces young audiences to the Cherokee people through a series of fun and engaging stories. Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Parkville-Carney Branch

Picture Book Room

Bright Star Theatre introduces young audiences to the Cherokee people through a series of fun and engaging stories.

The Cherokee people have a rich history of myths, legends and folktales explaining everything from the creation of the world to how the plants and animals around us came to look and behave the way they do today. Developed in partnership with the Cherokee Historical Association.

AGE GROUP: | Tween (12-13 years) | Toddler (1 to 3 years) | Teen (14-17 years) | Preschool (3 to 5 years) | Older Adult | Late Elementary (9-11 years) | Infant (newborn to 12 months) | Early Elementary (6 to 8 years) | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Performances and Receptions |

TAGS: | Native American Heritage |

Parkville-Carney Branch
Phone: 410-887-5353
Hours

Today's hours

Closed

Mon, Oct 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 23 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 24 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 25 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 26 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 27 Closed
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Event Guidelines
  • Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Notice of eight business days prior to the event is requested.
  • For youth and family programs, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Upcoming Events

Reptile Show With Eco Adventures
Sun, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B
It's a wild Sunday! Meet a variety of reptiles, from slithering snakes to curious lizards.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Oct 28, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Mon, Oct 28, 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.
Express Yourself
Mon, Oct 28, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Baby Craft Time
Mon, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Join us for open-ended art projects as your little one explores different art materials in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Oct 28, 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.
Be Artistic - Libraries for All
Mon, Oct 28, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Mon, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.
Teen Time
Mon, Oct 28, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Monday Crafternoon
Mon, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Teen Time
Mon, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Taste Test Throwdown
Mon, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Public Service Area
Taste test, rank and guess the flavor of popular snacks.
Beyond the Bell
Mon, Oct 28, 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 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Chill in our Teen Space after school.
PokéMonday
Mon, Oct 28, 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.
Board Game Night
Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Hang out and play some board games.
Crochet Introduction and Social
Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch
Learn to crochet and meet others who craft. Beginners are encouraged; all levels of experience welcome. Materials provided for free; first come, first served. Light refreshments available.
Halloween Pajama Story Time and Stuffed Animal Sleep Over
Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Bring your next-to-favorite stuffed animal to story time. Then, leave it overnight. When you pick up your animal friend the next morning, see pictures of your stuffed animal's sleepover adventures.
Murder in the Stacks  - An Interactive Whodunit Mystery Event
Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
A crime just took place! Use clues around the branch to find out who did it and why. Invite a friend or solve the mystery on your own. 
Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training
Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
This hands-on training demonstrates three quick lifesaving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.
This event is full
Open History Room
Tue, Oct 29, 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.
Free Wills and Estate Planning Legal Clinic
Tue, Oct 29, 10:00am - 3:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Volunteer attorneys prepare free wills, advance medical directives and power of attorney documents for income-eligible Baltimore County/City homeowners. Appointments required.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Tue, Oct 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
History Room Research Hours
Tue, Oct 29, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Oct 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cancelled
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Tue, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families. Designed for newborns and crawlers; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Family and Friends Story Time - Costume Party
Tue, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Woodlawn Branch - Public Service Area
Dress up in your favorite costume and join us for a special story time. Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Tue, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time: Halloween
Tue, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Today, story time includes not-so-scary Halloween stories and songs. A parade through the branch takes place after the story time, so come dressed up in your Halloween costume.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Tue, Oct 29, 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 29, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop by the meeting room for teen gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite. Play games, discuss gaming and connect with peers. Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and board games available.
Teen Time
Tue, Oct 29, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Teen Time Tuesdays
Tue, Oct 29, 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: spooky crafts for Halloween.
Trading Card Club
Tue, Oct 29, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4
Battle, duel and trade with your favorite collectible card games.
Free Community Flu Vaccination Clinic
Tue, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center provides flu vaccinations to anyone age 9 and up. Only standard dose trivalent vaccine offered.
Be Involved
Tue, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Teen Area
Join us in the Teen Room every Tuesday to create items to be donated to Meals on Wheels. Help others and earn service-learning hours.
Teen Time
Tue, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Beyond the Bell
Tue, Oct 29, 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.
STREAM Vehicle Celebration and Ribbon Cutting
Tue, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Rosedale Branch
Free face painting, crafts, music and Kona Ice to celebrate a new addition to our mobile fleet.
Smoking Cessation
Tue, Oct 29, 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.
Practice English at the Library
Tue, Oct 29, 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 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other. All skill levels and varieties of needlework welcome.
Practice English at the Library
Tue, Oct 29, 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.
Owings Mills Book Club
Tue, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Neruda on the Park by Cleyvis Natera.
Workforce Development - Drop-in Job Help
Wed, Oct 30, 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 30, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
Meet with a social worker and get connected with resources and referrals. A Maryland Certified Navigator is also available to assist with Medicare and Medicaid questions and enrollment.
Sensory Story Time
Wed, Oct 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgement-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Not-So-Spooky Story Time
Wed, Oct 30, 9:30am - 10:15am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Come in costume for not-so-scary stories and songs celebrating Halloween.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Oct 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Oct 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Wed, Oct 30, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Be Playful
Wed, Oct 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play activities as your child builds communication, early learning and reading skills.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome.
BiblioBOO
Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Dress up in your Halloween costume and dance, shake and sing your sillies out at this movement-based program. Older siblings welcome.
Craft Time
Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Bring your creativity to this craft time.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Oct 30, 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 30, 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.
Harm Reduction: Narcan Training
Wed, Oct 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
Receive free training in recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using Narcan. This is a drop-in training.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Any Book Book Club - This Month's Theme: It Took Place in a Library...
Wed, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Read a book you have an interest in for book club.
Teen Time
Wed, Oct 30, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Free Community Flu Vaccination Clinic
Wed, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch
University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center provides flu vaccinations to anyone age 9 and up. Only standard dose trivalent vaccine offered.
Teen Time
Wed, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Beyond the Bell
Wed, Oct 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.
Reading Cuddly Buddies
Wed, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hereford Branch
In partnership with Defenders of Animal Rights, the Hereford Branch seeks children who love animals and would like to practice their reading skills. Program takes place at DOAR, 14412 Old York Road.
Dungeons & Dragons
Wed, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
A drop-in Dungeons & Dragons adventure. Beginners and veterans welcome. Materials provided.
Halloween and Día de los Muertos Glow Jars
Wed, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Create glowing jars with spooky designs, including pumpkins, calaveras and more. Materials provided; supplies are limited.
Practice English at the Library
Wed, Oct 30, 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.
Friends of the Perry Hall Library Annual Meeting
Wed, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for a review of Friends' projects, business and events of the past year and the election of new board officers and members.
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Oct 30, 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.
Monsters of Maryland
Wed, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Learn about Maryland's scariest creatures, both zoological and supernatural, from Chessie and the Goatman to the Pig Woman of Cecil County.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Wed, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Oct 31, 9:30am - 10:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Oct 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Cancelled
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Oct 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Oct 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Teen Time
Thu, Oct 31, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Pop-Up Cinema - Young Frankenstein
Thu, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
A finely tuned parody of the old Frankenstein movies, Gene Wilder returns to the old country to clear his family name. (PG, 1 hour 42 minutes)
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Thu, Oct 31, 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.
Spooky Spider Shenanigans
Thu, Oct 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Dive into a world of spider-themed fun with simple crafts and fun activities.
Knit and Stitch
Thu, Oct 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.
Crafterwork - Marigolds
Thu, Oct 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Relax and socialize with an easy craft each month. Supplies provided. Space is limited. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Spooky Terrariums
Thu, Oct 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Make your own spooky decoration to add to your hopefully not haunted house. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Recording Studio Basics Training
Thu, Oct 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Supporting Those With Disabilities in the Workforce - Let's Talk About It
Thu, Oct 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Learn about opportunities, training and resources for people with disabilities in honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
Public Assistance Benefits
Fri, Nov 01, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Arbutus Branch
A social worker from Healthcare for the Homeless is available for one-on-one assistance.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Books and Conversation
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books. Offered in partnership with the Friends of the Perry Hall Library.
Express Yourself
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals of all ability levels. Activities include painting, drawing, puzzling and other crafts as available.
Storytelling Through Classical Indian Dance - Celebrate Diwali
Fri, Nov 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Prakriti Dance shows the audience stories told in a new way?through the body and face movement of the classical Indian dance style of Bharatanatyam.
Choose Your Own Adventure - Folk and Fairy Tales With Sarah Brady
Fri, Nov 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Audiences have the chance to choose their own adventures, and even swap the outcomes of the tales as they travel through stories to discover a world of character built with imagination.
Choose Your Own Adventure - Folk and Fairy Tales With Sarah Brady
Fri, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Audiences have the chance to choose their own adventures, and even swap the outcomes of the tales as they travel through stories to discover a world of character built with imagination.
Storytelling Through Classical Indian Dance - Celebrate Diwali
Fri, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Prakriti Dance shows the audience stories told in a new way?through the body and face movement of the classical Indian dance style of Bharatanatyam.
Coco Watch Party
Fri, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Celebrate Día de los Muertos by watching Coco with us. Color your own sugar skull and complete other Día de Los Muertos activities while you watch.
Yoga for Beginners
Fri, Nov 01, 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.
DIY Mini LED Flashlight
Fri, Nov 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Sewing and STEM come together to make this crafty flashlight. The mini flashlight keychain is made with a few pieces of felt, a button, a coin battery and an LED light. Supplies provided.
Hands-on Computer Learning Hour
Fri, Nov 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Essex Branch
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.
Día de los Muertos Festival/Festival del Día de los Muertos
Fri, Nov 01, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Honor and celebrate the rich traditions of Día de los Muertos at a festival for all ages./Honre y celebre las ricas tradiciones del Día de los Muertos en un festival para todas las edades.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Nov 02, 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.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Nov 02, 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.
Community Shred Day
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Public Service Area
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.
Free Community Flu Vaccination Clinic
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center provides flu vaccinations to anyone age 9 and up. Only standard dose trivalent vaccine offered.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Sat, Nov 02, 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
Ballet Chesapeake Presents - The Nutcracker Story and Performance
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 10:45am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room,Public Service Area
Enjoy a short reading of the Nutcracker story followed by a ballet lesson and performance by Ballet Chesapeake.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne 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.
The Edgar Allan Poe Teen Writers Club
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cockeysville Branch
Meet other writers, polish your craft and share your work in a supportive group with an adult facilitator. All genres and skill levels welcome.
Instrument Trial Day
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Engage in hands-on discovery where professional music educators from The Music Space provide various musical instruments to explore in a fun, supportive environment.
Family and Friends Story Time
Sat, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Paws to Read
Sat, Nov 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cockeysville Branch
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to one of our therapy dogs.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Sat, Nov 02, 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.
Card Games
Sat, Nov 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Celebrate with several stations available for you to play games, like Uno, Go Fish, Apples to Apples and more.
Choose Your Own Adventure - Folk and Fairy Tales With Sarah Brady
Sat, Nov 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lansdowne Branch
Audiences have the chance to choose their own adventures, and even swap the outcomes of the tales as they travel through stories to discover a world of character built with imagination.
LEGO Fun
Sat, Nov 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Sat, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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.
Craftapalooza - Holiday Cards
Sat, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Get started with using a Cricut cutting machine. Learn the basics and make a simple holiday card. Materials provided.
Choose Your Own Adventure - Folk and Fairy Tales With Sarah Brady
Sat, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Sollers Point Branch
Audiences have the chance to choose their own adventures, and even swap the outcomes of the tales as they travel through stories to discover a world of character built with imagination.
Chess Meetup
Sat, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
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.
Paws to Read
Sat, Nov 02, 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.
This event is full
Paws to Read
Sat, Nov 02, 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.
Paws to Read
Sat, Nov 02, 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.
Paws to Read
Sat, Nov 02, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
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.
Sunday Chat
Sun, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for informal conversation with the goal of gathering people to encourage community connections.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Nov 04, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Nov 04, 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.
Express Yourself
Mon, Nov 04, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals of all ability levels. Activities include painting, drawing, puzzling and other crafts as available.
Be Artistic - Libraries for All
Mon, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Adults with physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities along with caregivers are welcome to join us for hands-on activities, including crafts and art projects, for all skill levels.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Little Chef - Apple Pie Parfait
Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
It's never too early to get started in the kitchen. Celebrate apple pie in a brand-new way. Supplies are limited; first come, first served. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Teen Time
Mon, Nov 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.
Teen Time
Mon, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Beyond the Bell
Mon, Nov 04, 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.
Monday Crafternoon
Mon, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Chill Time
Mon, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Chill in the Teen Space after school.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Mon, Nov 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville 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.
Crochet Introduction and Social
Mon, Nov 04, 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. Beginners are encouraged; all levels of experience welcome.
Teen Hangout
Mon, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for games, crafts, movies, snacks and more.
Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training
Mon, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
This hands-on training demonstrates three quick life-saving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.
This event is full
Crochet and Cookies
Mon, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Public Service Area
Crochet, or learn how to crochet, in a relaxed setting with other fans of the fiber arts at this drop-in event for all skill levels, from beginner to expert.
Friends of the Arbutus Library
Mon, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Join the Friends of the Arbutus Library, a community group dedicated to preserving the history of Southwest Baltimore County.
White Marsh Writers Group
Mon, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Share your writing with like-minded people and improve your craft. Writers of all levels are welcome, whether exploring the world of writing or looking for feedback on a draft of their work.
Practice English at the Library
Mon, Nov 04, 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.
Cockeysville Book Club
Mon, Nov 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Once Upon a Wardrobe by Patti Callahan.
Writers Studio: NaNoWriMo - Getting Started
Mon, Nov 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult
November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). Join other local writers to get tips and discuss how to get started on your story, whether it is your first time or you are a seasoned author.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Open History Room
Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch
Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's days of yore, research your family history or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection. 
History Room Research Hours
Tue, Nov 05, 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.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Nov 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Tue, Nov 05, 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.
Collector of the Impossible - Peter Wood
Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hereford Branch - Hereford 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Tue, Nov 05, 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.
Making Masterpieces Story Time - Frank Gehry
Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Learn about an artist and their techniques. Then, try them out yourself. Materials provided.
VA Homeless Outreach
Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
Outreach social workers from the VA Maryland Healthcare System are available to assist homeless veterans with finding healthcare, employment and housing resources.
Collector of the Impossible - Peter Wood
Tue, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale 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.
Cherokee Tales
Tue, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Bright Star Theatre introduces young audiences to the Cherokee people through a series of fun and engaging stories.
Benjamin Banneker Birthday Party
Tue, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room C
This election day, celebrate the 293rd birthday of Maryland Founding Father Benjamin Banneker and learn about his legacy through a series of engaging crafts and activities.
Yoga for Beginners
Tue, Nov 05, 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.
Connecting Threads
Tue, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Randallstown Branch
Hang out at the branch for a monthly sewing and knitting group. All experience levels welcome.
Balloon Cars - STEMFest
Tue, Nov 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Celebrate STEMFest by learning how to use recycled materials to build a balloon-powered car. Bring your friends so you can build multiple cars and race them against each other.
Teen Gaming
Tue, Nov 05, 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.
Book Tasting - Discover New Book "Flavors"
Tue, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Essex Branch - Children's Area
"Taste" samples of various genres, learn how to place holds on a library computer or your personal device and get helpful tips and suggestions from a librarian.
Teen Time
Tue, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Smoking Cessation
Tue, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
North Point Branch
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.
Cherokee Tales
Tue, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room
Bright Star Theatre introduces young audiences to the Cherokee people through a series of fun and engaging stories.
Practice English at the Library
Tue, Nov 05, 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.
Collector of the Impossible - Peter Wood
Tue, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Sollers Point Branch
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.
Practice English at the Library
Tue, Nov 05, 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.
Sit and Stitch
Tue, Nov 05, 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.
STEM Challenge - Keva Planks
Tue, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Explore STEM fields through hands-on learning and fun challenges that look to spark curiosity and foster critical thinking.
Public Benefits Assistance
Wed, Nov 06, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
Meet with a social worker and get connected with resources and referrals. A Maryland Certified Navigator is also available to assist with Medicare and Medicaid questions and enrollment.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Sensory Story Time
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cancelled
Small Business Counseling
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Be Playful
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Express Yourself
Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals of all ability levels. Activities include painting, drawing, puzzling and other crafts as available.
Sensory Story Time
Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time.
Playful Pals
Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Enjoy fun activities and music while making friends.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 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.
Cherokee Tales
Wed, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Bright Star Theatre introduces young audiences to the Cherokee people through a series of fun and engaging stories.
Cancelled
Small Business Counseling
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pikesville Branch
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cancelled
Small Business Counseling
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Cómo elaborar un presupuesto para su bienestar financiero
Wed, Nov 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Según el informe sobre el bienestar económico de los hogares estadounidenses en 2023 de la Reserva Federal, la inflación siguió siendo la principal preocupación financiera.
Cancelled
Small Business Counseling
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Harm Reduction - Narcan Training
Wed, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
Receive free training in recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using Narcan. This is a drop-in training.
Pikesville Speaker Series - Maria Leonard Olsen
Wed, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Maria Leonard Olsen has a long list of accomplishments, including author, litigator and TEDx speaker. Join our discussion on how to continue to challenge yourself and find new adventures in midlife.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Teen Time
Wed, Nov 06, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Teen Time
Wed, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Beyond the Bell
Wed, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Mario Kart Tournament
Wed, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Race to the top in a Mario Kart 8 Deluxe tournament. Nintendo Switch and controllers provided. Registration not required. Ages 9 and up.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Anime Hangout
Wed, Nov 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Wed, Nov 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Family Crisis Center
Wed, Nov 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
North Point Branch
Working with individuals, families and communities to interrupt and prevent cycles of violence in relationships. All are welcome.
Practice English at the Library
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
How to Give a Great Speech When You Are Too Nervous to Speak
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Learn how to more efficiently and confidently manage your fear of public speaking, one of the most common fears in the world?more common than death, spiders or heights.
Sit and Stitch Meetup
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive
Share your love of traditional needle arts or be introduced to something new.
Cherokee Tales
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Bright Star Theatre introduces young audiences to the Cherokee people through a series of fun and engaging stories.
Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
This event is full
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
White Marsh Book Club
Wed, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Nov 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown 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.
Express Yourself
Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cherokee Tales
Thu, Nov 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Bright Star Theatre introduces young audiences to the Cherokee people through a series of fun and engaging stories.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Nov 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Pop-Up Cinema - Gather
Thu, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Three stories combine to show how the reclaiming and recovery of ancient foodways are approaches for Native Americans to bring back health and vitality to their people. (NR; 1 hour, 14 minutes)
Teen Time
Thu, Nov 07, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Teen Study Hub
Thu, Nov 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
Spend time in our study room to study, work in groups or complete school assignments.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Thu, Nov 07, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Henna Workshop for Teens
Thu, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Henna artist Chelsea Stevenson shares the history of henna, henna safety, how it works, cultural uses and how designs are applied.
Beyond the Bell
Thu, Nov 07, 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.
Free Community Flu Vaccination Clinic
Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center provides flu vaccinations to anyone age 9 and up. Only standard dose trivalent vaccine offered.
Freestyle Art Session
Thu, Nov 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Have fun creating your own style of art. Supplies provided.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Thu, Nov 07, 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.
Pokémon Club
Thu, Nov 07, 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!
Knit and Stitch
Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Point Branch
Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.
Build a Strong Financial House
Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Learn financial literacy strategies, such as preparing a budget, debt consolidation techniques and ways to invest and protect your income.
Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training
Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
This hands-on training demonstrates three quick life-saving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.
Meet the Author - Rebecca Faye Smith Galli
Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Meet the author of Morning Fuel and learn daily inspirations to stretch your mind before starting your day. Book sales and signings available.
Crafts and Cocoa - Create an Embroidery Sampler
Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Try something new this autumn by learning how to create different kinds of embroidery stitches on a fun fall pattern. Supplies provided. Beginners welcome.
Trivia for Adults
Thu, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 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.
Practice English at the Library
Thu, Nov 07, 7:15pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Cherokee Tales
Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Bright Star Theatre introduces young audiences to the Cherokee people through a series of fun and engaging stories.
Express Yourself
Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for multiple passive activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Teen Time
Fri, Nov 08, 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
Fri, Nov 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Beyond the Bell
Fri, Nov 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Hang out at the branch for some afterschool fun. Kids and teens can join us for games every weekday afternoon.
Paws to Read
Fri, Nov 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers.
Autumn Leaf Wreath
Fri, Nov 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Fall is upon us! Show off your art skills and create an autumn leaf wreath.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Nov 09, 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.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Nov 09, 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.
Caturday - Cozy Up With a Cat
Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Join fellow cat lovers for a morning of meowy good fun.
History Room Research Hours
Sat, Nov 09, 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.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration
Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown 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.
Cherokee Tales
Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Bright Star Theatre introduces young audiences to the Cherokee people through a series of fun and engaging stories.
Murder Mystery Party - Y2K Killer
Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Get ready for a day of paranoia, mischief and murder with this fun and interactive murder mystery party game.
Paint Like Bob Ross
Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
A Bob Ross-certified instructor teaches the magic behind painting happy little trees as you recreate one of Bob's masterpieces in a lively and fun program. Materials provided.
Paws to Read
Sat, Nov 09, 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.
LEGO Fun
Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
STEAM Fun With Story Tapestries and Game Genius - Celebrate International Games Month
Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Enjoy the entertaining, international, dynamic program that weaves the power of theater, music and storytelling together through STEAM. Presented by Valerie Baugh-Schlossberg.
Cherokee Tales
Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Bright Star Theatre introduces young audiences to the Cherokee people through a series of fun and engaging stories.
Craftapalooza - Rolled Beeswax Candles
Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Towson Branch - Public Service Area
Create your own unique candle by hand rolling beeswax sheets. Space is limited; first come, first served.
Patapsco River - An Essential History
Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Discover the fascinating history of the Patapsco River and its vital role in shaping the Baltimore region. Presented by local historian Jack Burkert. Sponsored by the Friends of the Arbutus Library.
Board Game Social
Sat, Nov 09, 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.
Kora Music With Sean Gaskell
Sun, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Public Service Area
Enjoy the music of the kora, a traditional West African harp, as played by musician Sean Gaskell.
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