Third Tuesday Poker Club

Mon, Jun 30, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Mon, Jun 30, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Study Room 1

Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services.

Mon, Jun 30, 9:30am - 10:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

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

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

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

Movie Monday

Mon, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

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

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Under the Sea With Guava Jelly & Friends

Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Fun family music featuring puppets and original songs by the Caribbean-inspired band Guava Jelly.

Color Me Wild With Eco Adventures

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

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Summer Teen Hour

Mon, Jun 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.

Mon, Jun 30, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

The Eco Adventures colorologist guides audiences through the wild world of animal pigmentation with live animal color ambassadors.

Colorful Magic With Mike Rose

Mon, Jun 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Magician Mike Rose has an all-new magic program consisting of impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around color and lots of audience participation.

Under the Sea With Guava Jelly & Friends

Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Fun family music featuring puppets and original songs by the Caribbean-inspired band Guava Jelly.

The Bubble, Comedy and Music Show - Reading Colors Your World

Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Turtle Dance presents a colorful "turtle-riffic" musical experience that is designed to engage children through songs about colors, movement activities and more.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

Know Your Rights With CASA/Conozca sus derechos con CASA

Mon, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A

CASA presents a free in-person talk on knowing your rights. No registration required./Únase a CASA para una presentación gratuita en persona sobre sus derechos. No es necesario registrarse.

Kids Books and Conversation

Mon, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Children's Area

Talk about your favorite books in a group setting.

Transform Your Small Business Using AI

Mon, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Harness the power of artificial intelligence to revolutionize your small business.

Create a Pressed Flower Sun Catcher - Two sessions: Monday, June 30 and July 28

Mon, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Mon, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Learn how to make a flower press and a sun catcher. A horticulturist shares information about the types of flowers you can gather in your yard or from your garden.

This event is full

Tue, Jul 01, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Essex Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Making Masterpieces Story Time - Eric Carle

Tue, Jul 01, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 2

Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services.

Open History Room

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

Reisterstown Branch

Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's days of yore, research your family history or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.

Tue, Jul 01, 10:00am - 10:45am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Learn about an artist or art style and then try it out for yourself.

Spin Art

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

Owings Mills Branch

Color your world with a spin art creation.

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

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

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

Sollers Point Branch

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

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

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

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

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

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

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

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

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

All About Horses

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

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Discover the wonder of horses through an introduction session with a miniature horse from Full Moon Farm and learn about their diet, communication and ways to enjoy their company.

VA Homeless Outreach Information Table

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

Randallstown Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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.

Summer Meals Celebration With No Kid Hungry

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Celebrate summer lunch at the library with free family fun.

Tuesday Gaming

Tue, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Drop by the meeting room for teen gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.

Color Our World - Colorful Calm

Tue, Jul 01, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Sit for a bit and relax while coloring and listening to soft relaxing music.

Make Your Own Flag

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

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Learn about flags and then make your own with construction paper and a dowel rod.

Shrinky Dinks

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

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

Design, color and make your own Shrinky Dink keychain, ornament or tag.

Tue, Jul 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Legal Pop-Up at the Library

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 3:20pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Smoking Cessation

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

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Tue, Jul 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Legal service providers are available to offer free legal advice and referrals on landlord/tenant, name changes, domestic violence protection, community organizing and LGBTQ legal issues.

Crochet Introduction and Social

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

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

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.

B.Y.O.C. - Bring Your Own Craft

Tue, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Do you sew, knit, bead, scrapbook or do another handicraft? Join a community of fellow crafters. Chat and make friends while you work on your latest project. All levels of experience welcome.

North Point Book Club

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

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston.

Patriotic Musical Celebration Performance

Tue, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch

The Maryland Military Band plays a patriotic, family-friendly concert in celebration of our nation's birthday.

Sit and Stitch

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

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, Jul 02, 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, Jul 02, 9:30am - 10:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

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

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

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

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

History Room Research Hours

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

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Catonsville Branch - History Room

Visit the history room to view exhibits or research Catonsville's rich history. A librarian is available to assist you. For in-depth research, a My Librarian appointment is recommended.

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

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Animals and Their Habitats With Oregon Ridge Nature Center

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

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Express your creativity with crafts and activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities. Supplies provided.

Sensory Story Time

Wed, Jul 02, 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.

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

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Meet some of the animals that call Maryland home. Learn about their habitats and how you can make your neighborhood and even your backyard wildlife-friendly.

Animal Encounter With Marshy Point Nature Center

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Be Playful

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

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, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Discover what kinds of animals live in Maryland and what their roles in our ecosystem are. Get an up-close encounter with some of Marshy Point's animal ambassadors to find out.

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

Arbutus 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.

Family Crisis Center Open-Door Drop Ins - Information Table

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

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

Connect with an intimate partner violence (IPV) advocate, community resource specialist, job developer or lawyer who helps with landlord/tenant issues in our drop-in center.

Department of Health Harm Reduction - Information Table

Wed, Jul 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

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

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Dundalk Family Crisis Center Information Table

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

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Sit and Stitch Meetup

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

Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive

Share your love of traditional needle arts or be introduced to something new. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome to bring their projects to this learning and sharing evening.

Recording Studio Basics

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

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Learn the basics of recording at the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training

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

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

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

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C

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

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

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

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

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

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

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

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

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

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

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

Reisterstown Branch

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

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

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

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

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Pop-Up Cinema - The Bookshop

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

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Maryland State Fair

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

Hereford Branch

Meet the animals and staff from the Maryland State Fair. Learn what happens at the largest agricultural celebration in Maryland and why it is a great time for the whole family.

Minute to Win It

Thu, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Compete against your friends in small challenges that are completed in under 60 seconds. Winners get a prize.

Perler Beads Craft

Thu, Jul 03, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Get creative with Perler beads. Fun, cool designs are provided along with all other required materials. All you need to bring is your imagination.

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Based on Penelope Fitzgerald's novel, this film follows free-spirited widow Florence Green who risks everything to open a bookshop in a conservative East Anglian coastal town. (PG; 1 hour, 52 minutes)

Fireworks Art

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

Loch Raven Branch

Create beautiful painted fireworks to kick off your 4th of July celebration.

Crafts and Conversation - Junk Journals

Thu, Jul 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Teen Hangout

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

Essex Branch

Teens are welcome to join us for video games, pizza, snacks, crafts and more in our hangout space.

Freestyle Art Session

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

Sollers Point Branch

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

Pokémon Club

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

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Gaming Hour

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

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Knit and Stitch

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

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Trivia for Adults

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

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

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

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Try something new. Create a fun and easy junk journal using everyday items and recycled materials. Use it to store your photos, ticket stubs and other small memorabilia.

Practice English at the Library

Thu, Jul 03, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

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

Celebrating Us

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

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

An engaging story time to highlight disability awareness.

Musical Counting and Drum Jam

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

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Learn the basics of musical counting in this fun and interactive program.

Maryland State Fair

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

Lansdowne Branch

Meet the animals and staff from the Maryland State Fair. Learn what happens at the largest agricultural celebration in Maryland and why it is a great time for the whole family.

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Teen Writers' Club

Sat, Jul 05, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Teen writers are invited to build skills by sharing and critiquing work in a supportive group. All writing forms welcome. Led by the Maryland Writers' Association.

Sat, Jul 05, 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.

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

Reisterstown 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.

STEAM Saturday

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

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Let's make things together. Participate in a cool STEAM activity. Supplies provided.

Recording Studio Basics

Sat, Jul 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Learn the basics of recording at the Catonsville Recording Studio.

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

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

This event is full

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

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

This event is full

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

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

This event is full

Color Our World With Coloring Sheets

Sat, Jul 05, 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.

Mon, Jul 07, 9:00am - 8:00pm

Perry Hall Branch - Public Service Area

An all-day coloring sheet event to celebrate Summer Reading.

Mon, Jul 07, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Reisterstown Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Mon, Jul 07, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Arbutus Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Mon, Jul 07, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Arbutus Branch - Study Room 1

Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services.

Q&A With the Small Business Administration - One-on-One appointments With an SBA Representative

Mon, Jul 07, 9:30am - 10:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jul 07, 9:30am - 1:30pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses.

Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

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

Mon, Jul 07, 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.

Movie Monday

Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Little Chef - Friendship Snack Mix

Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Measure, mix and stir up friendship. Create a delicious snack mix to enjoy and share with a friend. Supplies are limited; first come, first served. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

A relaxed afternoon of crafts and projects for all ages and skill levels.

Summer Teen Hour

Mon, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Mon, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us on Mondays for a different craft each week. Supplies provided.

Monday Crafternoon

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Join us each week for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Chill Time

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine

Just chill. Take a break from the heat in our Teen Area. We have snacks and a low-key activity, but feel free to chill on the couch and play PS5.

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

An exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

Bookmarks of Peace and Love

Mon, Jul 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Design and create bookmarks with positive messages to celebrate International Peace and Love Day and hide them in your favorite books in the branch for others to find.

Mon, Jul 07, 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 a Coaster

Mon, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Guided instruction on starting and completing a simple project.

Department of Health Tobacco Cessation

Mon, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Open History Room

Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch

Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's days of yore, research your family history or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.

Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program visits our meeting room to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.

The Colorful World of Music With The Fifty 7's

Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Tue, Jul 08, 10:15am - 11:05am

Sollers Point Branch

Discover that there is a colorful world waiting to be explored as we sing, play, create and dance along at this live, interactive, music performance.

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Animals and Their Habitats With Oregon Ridge Nature Center

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:15am

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

Meet some of the animals that call Maryland home. Learn about their habitats and how you can make your neighborhood and even your backyard wildlife-friendly.

The Bubble, Comedy and Music Show - Reading Colors Your World

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Turtle Dance presents a colorful turtle-riffic musical experience that is designed to engage children through songs about colors, movement activities and more.

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall 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, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full 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.

Community Outreach - Kennedy Krieger Institute

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

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

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

Learn about Kennedy Krieger's Integrated Early Learning Center, an inclusive pre-K program.

Tuesday Gaming

Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Drop by the meeting room for teen gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.

Color Our World - Chalk the Walk

Tue, Jul 08, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Essex Branch

Meet on our front sidewalk and help color our world with sidewalk chalk. In the event of adverse weather, this program may be cancelled.

Animals and Their Habitats With Cromwell Valley Park

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Learn about the habitats in Baltimore County parks from a Cromwell Valley Park naturalist, meet a few critters you may encounter and pick up tips on safely getting the most out of your hike.

Freeform Painting

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

Use your imagination to create your own painting. Canvases and supplies provided. Space is limited; first come, first served.

Tue, Jul 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Department of Health Tobacco Cessation - Information Table

Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 3:20pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Hanging Yarn Art

Tue, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Create your own macramé decor from colorful yarn and beads. Limited supplies provided, while they last.

Tue, Jul 08, 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.

Red Flags and Green Flags - Healthy Relationships With TurnAround, Inc.

Tue, Jul 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Explore signs and develop skills for identifying and building healthy relationships with Alejandra Lema of TurnAround, Inc.

Pikesville Chess Night

Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

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

Stitch and Lit

Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Public Service Area

Bring your fiber arts projects and chat about what you've been reading. All skill levels welcome. Please bring your own supplies.

Tue, Jul 08, 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.

Catonsville Book Club

Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of A Refiner's Fire by Donna Leon. August's book selection: The Hunter by Tana French.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.

Mobile Career Center

Wed, Jul 09, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Arbutus Branch

Apply for jobs or get job-related assistance on the Mobile Career Center. No appointment necessary. Times subject to change, please check availability in advance.

Wed, Jul 09, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Randallstown Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, Jul 09, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Randallstown Branch

Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services.

Wed, Jul 09, 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, Jul 09, 9:30am - 10:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Story Time With Poe

Wed, Jul 09, 9:30am - 10:00am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Poe, the Baltimore Ravens mascot, is touring Baltimore County Public Library branches this summer.

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

History Room Research Hours

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Books and Conversation

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch

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

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Catonsville Branch - History Room

Visit the history room to view exhibits or research Catonsville's rich history. A librarian is available to assist you. For in-depth research, a My Librarian appointment is recommended.

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Express your creativity with crafts and activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities. Supplies provided.

Animals and Their Habitats With Oregon Ridge Nature Center

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Be Playful

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Craft Your Own Bookmark

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Design your own Summer Reading bookmark. Color in one of our designs or create your own with different materials. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Sensory Social

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:45am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Meet some of the animals that call Maryland home. Learn about their habitats and how you can make your neighborhood and even your backyard wildlife-friendly.

Department of Health Harm Reduction - Information Table

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Ask a Master Gardener

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

A gardener from the Master Gardener Program at the University of Maryland Extension is available at a table to answer questions and offer gardening tips.

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

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

CCBC SNAP - Information Table

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

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

Story Time With Poe

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Poe, the Baltimore Ravens mascot, is touring Baltimore County Public Library branches this summer.

Outside Grounds Cleanup - Hosted by the Sollers Point Teen Advisory Board

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Sollers Point Branch

Help clean up the space surrounding the branch, making it beautiful, healthy and welcoming for all.

Admissions 101/Admisiones 101

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor

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

Collage Club

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Collaborate with others who are interested in making collages. Instructor Joy Herrick facilitates the session.

Recording Studio Basics

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Learn the basics of recording at the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 09, 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.

Thu, Jul 10, 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.

Small Business Counseling

Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

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

Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

The Colorful World of Music With The Fifty 7's

Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:50am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Discover that there is a colorful world waiting to be explored as we sing, play, create and dance along at this live, interactive, music performance.

Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

SNAP Benefits Eligibility

Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

A CCBC SNAP Benefits Eligibility Specialist speaks with you about SNAP, provides materials and can schedule a phone meeting to complete your online SNAP application.

Minute to Win It

Thu, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Compete against your friends in small challenges that are completed in under 60 seconds. Winners get a prize.

Color Our World With The Science Guys of Baltimore

Thu, Jul 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Children's Area

An exciting journey into the science of colors and how we see them.

DIY Bird Feeder

Thu, Jul 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Birds are all around. Learn how to make a DIY bird feeder to take home and use to feed birds. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Messy Art

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

If you enjoy having fun, being creative and getting (a little) messy, this is the program for you. Exercise your imagination, explore color in art and create a multicolored masterpiece of your own.

Red Flags and Green Flags - Healthy Relationships With TurnAround, Inc.

Thu, Jul 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Teen Craft Corner

Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Essex Branch

Whether you paint, crochet or write, join us to collaborate and share your work with others. Or pick up a new craft with materials provided by the library.

Thu, Jul 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Explore signs and develop skills for identifying and building healthy relationships with Alejandra Lema of TurnAround, Inc.

Reisterstown Readers Book Club

Thu, Jul 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full 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.

Foam Printmaking

Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Learn to print without a press. Explore linocut printing techniques and create your own work of art. Materials provided.

Teen Game Night

Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Hang out, play and learn from each other. Board games and D&D materials provided. All experience levels welcome.

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Jul 10, 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, Jul 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters.

Practice English at the Library

Thu, Jul 10, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

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

Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Crafts Gone Wild

Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Help us use up all of our extra craft supplies to make something new and wonderful.

Gamer Friday

Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us every Friday morning for video games, board games, and activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.

Maryland State Fair

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rosedale Branch

Meet the animals and staff from the Maryland State Fair. Learn what happens at the largest agricultural celebration in Maryland and why it is a great time for the whole family.

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Fun Friday Films

Fri, Jul 11, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Join us every Friday afternoon for different family-friendly films. Coloring supplies available.

Bingo Day

Fri, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Play bingo and win prizes. Supplies provided. Space is limited.

Fri, Jul 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Fri, Jul 11, 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. Call the Towson Branch at 410-887-6166 to reserve your spot.

Chalk the Walk

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

Perry Hall Branch - Public Service Area

Help us color our library world by beautifying our outdoor walkways with welcoming images and messages to celebrate Summer Reading.

Summer Slow Stitching

Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 11:30am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Come relax from the heat of summer and enjoy the art of slow stitching where we make fabric collages using simple stitching. Supplies provided.

Garden Group

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

Loch Raven Branch

Connect with the community and beautify the parking lot garden beds by planting, weeding, mulching and watering.

LEGO Fun

Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

Taste Test Throwdown

Sat, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Colorful Magic With Mike Rose

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

Arbutus Branch

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

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

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Magician Mike Rose has an all-new magic program consisting of impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around color and lots of audience participation.

Color Me Wild With Eco Adventures

Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

The Eco Adventures colorologist guides audiences through the wild world of animal pigmentation with live animal color ambassadors.

Create Your Own Pokémon

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

Reisterstown Branch

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

Tie-Dye Party - Adult Art Camp

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

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Matt Schwaab from Boring Tie Dye helps you create a tie-dye shopping tote to take home.

This event is full

Artist Hour

Sat, Jul 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.

Jigsaw Puzzle and Board Game Swap

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

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Tired of your old jigsaw puzzles and board games? Looking for something new for those rainy days at home? Bring your gently used puzzles and board games to the branch for a community exchange.

Teen Crafternoon

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

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B

Use an assortment of craft supplies to make whatever you can imagine. Supplies provided.

Chess Club for Kids

Sat, Jul 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jul 14, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Perry Hall Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Mon, Jul 14, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Perry Hall Branch - Study Room B

Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services.

Mon, Jul 14, 9:30am - 10:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jul 14, 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.

Movie Monday

Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Baby Craft Time

Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Join us for open-ended art projects as your little one explores different art materials in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Dress for a mess.

Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Free HIV and Hepatitis C Testing - Provided by Baltimore County Department of Health

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jul 14, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

The Baltimore County Department of Health Harm Reduction Program is on site offering free HIV and hepatitis C testing.

Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction

Mon, Jul 14, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

The Baltimore County Department of Health is offering free, on-the-spot opioid overdose response training on recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using intranasal naloxone.

Colorful Magic With Mike Rose

Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

A relaxed afternoon of crafts and projects for all ages and skill levels.

Summer Teen Hour

Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.

Plant Parts We Eat

Mon, Jul 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room

Presented by a Master Gardener from the University of Maryland Extension program, this four-part gardening series focuses on the plant parts we eat.

Registration opens Monday, July 7 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Magician Mike Rose has an all-new magic program consisting of impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around color and lots of audience participation.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us on Mondays for a different craft each week. Supplies provided.

Monday Crafternoon

Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Join us each week for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Chill Time

Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine

Just chill. Take a break from the heat in our Teen Area. We have snacks and a low-key activity, but feel free to chill on the couch and play PS5.

Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Book Buzz for Kids

Mon, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Students in grades 3-8 are invited to discover their next great read. Hear about all the new and exciting upcoming books and graphic novels for kids.

Creative Writing Workshop

Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Hone your writing skills and polish your stories. Local author Dale E. Lehman presents an exploration of fiction writing principles and techniques. Bring your ideas along to this hands-on workshop.

Crochet and Cookies

Mon, Jul 14, 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.

Drop Everything and Read (DEAR)

Mon, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Mon, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

Bring a blanket and pillow and be prepared to curl up with your book as we drop everything and read. Time spent reading at this program counts toward your Summer Reading total.