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Creative Writing Workshop
2024-12-09 18:00:00 2024-12-09 19:30:00 America/New_York Creative Writing Workshop 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. Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Monday, December 09
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-12-09 18:00:00 2024-12-09 19:30:00 America/New_York Creative Writing Workshop 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. Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

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.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adult | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Writing Workshop |

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Essex Branch
Phone: 410-887-0295
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We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Mon, Jan 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jan 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jan 07 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jan 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 11 Closed
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  • Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Notice of eight business days prior to the event is requested.
  • For youth and family programs, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Upcoming Events

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Public Benefits Assistance
Fri, Jan 09, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
Meet with a social worker and get connected with resources and referrals.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Sensory Story Time
Fri, Jan 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time.
Gamer Friday
Fri, Jan 09, 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.
Be Sensory Social - Libraries for All
Fri, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Yoga for Beginners
Fri, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. Please bring a yoga mat.
Teen Time
Fri, Jan 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Be Involved - Peer Tutoring and Study Space
Fri, Jan 09, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Do your homework with your friends in a relaxed, quiet environment; receive tutoring from your peers; or earn service-learning hours by tutoring your peers.
Teen Time
Fri, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Paws to Read
Fri, Jan 09, 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.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Jan 10, 9:30am - 10:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Parachute Fun
Sat, Jan 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Catonsville Branch - Children's Area
Laugh, learn and move as you play parachute games that help build coordination, teamwork and listening skills.
Recording Studio Basics
Sat, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio and learn the basics of recording.
This event is full
NASA's BEST Student Design Challenge - Build and Launch a Satellite to Orbit Mars
Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Use the engineering design process to draft and build a satellite to orbit Mars. Then work together to create a balloon rocket to launch the satellite.
LEGO Fun
Sat, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Word of the Year - Vision Boards
Sat, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Start 2026 with clarity and creativity with a vision board to inspire focus and intention. No artistic experience necessary. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Traveling Book Club - A Marriage at Sea
Sat, Jan 10, 12:15pm - 3:00pm
Offsite
Join the Traveling Book Club at Heavy Seas Beer in Halethorpe to tour the brewery and discuss A Marriage at Sea: A True Story of Love, Obsession, and Shipwreck by Sophie Elmhirst.
Lippan Art Workshop
Sat, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Learn how to create lippan art on canvas using air-dry clay and mirrors with mixed media artist Durga Ekambaram.
Garden With Us - Winter Sowing
Sat, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Garden with the Wild Ones and the Green Towson Alliance as we do some winter sowing with native seeds in preparation for spring. Supplies provided; limited space.
Tea Tasting With Michu's Handcrafted Spices - Celebrating Jane Austen at 250
Sat, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Warm up with a festive tea tasting experience. Sponsored by Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library.
This event is full
NASA's BEST Student Design Challenge -  Build and Launch a Satellite to Orbit Mars
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Use the engineering design process to draft and build a satellite to orbit Mars. Then work together to create a balloon rocket to launch the satellite.
Icicle Ball
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
A chilly good time with Pam the Kindersinger, along with Rascal and Scooter. Dance at the Icicle Ball, sing some silly songs and do a freeze dance.
Tissue Paper Monet
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Point Branch - Children's Area
Learn about famous artist Claude Monet and make a tissue paper painting to take home.
Squirrel Soiree
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Join us in anticipation of Squirrel Appreciation Day for some fun, indoor squirrel-inspired activities.
Colorful Calm - Bookmarks
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Sit for a bit and relax while creating bookmarks and listening to soft relaxing music.
Drum Jam for Kids and Adults
Sat, Jan 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio and learn the basics of recording.
This event is full
Puzzle Exchange
Sun, Jan 11, All day
Cockeysville Branch
Bring your new or lightly used jigsaw puzzles to exchange. Puzzles of all sizes and for all ages accepted. An ongoing event from Sunday, January 11, to Thursday, January 15.
The Life and Literary Legacy of Edgar Allan Poe
Sun, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Experience the mysterious life and literary legacy of Edgar Allan Poe.
Behind the Book - Family of Spies With Author Christine Kuehn
Sun, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Christine Kuehn talks about her new book, the story of the shocking discovery that her family acted as spies for the Nazis during World War II and played a role in the bombing of Pearl Harbor.  
Puzzle Exchange
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Cockeysville Branch
Bring your new or lightly used jigsaw puzzles to exchange. Puzzles of all sizes and for all ages accepted. An ongoing event from Sunday, January 11, to Thursday, January 15.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Jan 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Jan 12, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Gardening for Preschoolers
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
A representative from the Master Gardeners children's division presents stories and crafts about gardening.
Movie Monday
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Painting and coloring supplies available.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Jan 12, 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, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Baby Craft Time
Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Wilson 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Jan 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction
Mon, Jan 12, 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.
Teen Time
Mon, Jan 12, 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.
One-Shot Adventures
Mon, Jan 12, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Grab your dice and roll for initiative. Join us for a drop-in game of Dungeons & Dragons (5E). Players of all skill levels welcome; pre-generated sheets available. Materials included.
Monday Crafternoons for Tweens and Teens
Mon, Jan 12, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Public Service Area
Join us on Mondays for a relaxed afternoon of crafting in the study area. Supplies provided.
Teen Time
Mon, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Chill Time
Mon, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Just chill. Come to the Teen Room for a snack and a low-key activity.
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Mon, Jan 12, 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.
Monday Crafternoon
Mon, Jan 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Be Involved - Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Children's Area
This program pairs younger readers with teen volunteers to build confidence, practice reading skills and foster a love of books in a fun and supportive setting.
Creative Writing Workshop
Mon, Jan 12, 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.
DIY Reusable Hand Warmers
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Create your own handsewn reusable hand warmers to keep your hands toasty this winter. Supplies provided. Space is limited. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Pajama Story Time
Mon, Jan 12, 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.
Crochet and Cookies
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Public Service Area
Crochet in a relaxed setting with other fans of the fiber arts at this drop-in event. Bring your projects and learn from each other. Individual instruction not available. Light snacks provided.
LEGO Challenge - Hidden Treasure
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Do you like hidden treasures? Come build something with a trap door, a secret passage or a secret compartment.
Monday Night Book Club
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Spectacular by Fiona Davis.
Toddler Pajama Story Time
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Cockeysville Book Club
Mon, Jan 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley.
Puzzle Exchange
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Cockeysville Branch
Bring your new or lightly used jigsaw puzzles to exchange. Puzzles of all sizes and for all ages accepted. An ongoing event from Sunday, January 11, to Thursday, January 15.
Open History Room
Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch
Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's past, research your family history or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Jan 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Jan 13, 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, Jan 13, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Be Artistic - Libraries for All
Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to learn and create.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
NAMI in the Library - Information Table
Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Maryland Relay
Tue, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
Maryland Relay is available to provide information and answer questions on equipment for Maryland residents who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities.
Teen Time
Tue, Jan 13, 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
Tue, Jan 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, snacks and more.
Tuesday Gaming for Tweens and Teens
Tue, Jan 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop in for gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.
Homeschool LEGO Robotics
Tue, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Build a movable creation.
Teen Time
Tue, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Open Recording Studio Session for Teens
Tue, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1,Recording Studio 2
Explore the recording studio in a relaxed atmosphere with your friends and other teens. Make and record music with provided instruments and let your creativity shine.
Department of Health Tobacco Cessation - Information Table
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
LEGO Robotics
Tue, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Build a movable creation.
DIY Fleece Pillows
Tue, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Sollers Point Branch
A fun learning craft on how to make a fleece pillow. Supplies provided; first come, first served.
Pikesville Chess Night
Tue, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us on the second Tuesday of every month. Players of all skill levels welcome. Space is limited; players are assigned to a match on a first-come, first-served basis.
Pajama Story Time
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Catonsville Book Club
Tue, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Family Remains by Lisa Jewell. February's book selection is The Night We Lost Him by Laura Dave.
Sips and Swoons - A Book Club With a Bit of Spice
Tue, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Introducing our new book club with a bit of spice. Indulge as we explore rousing romance novels while sipping mocktails. Bring your favorite romance recommendations for our first-ever meeting.
Stitch and Lit
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Sit and Stitch
Tue, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Cryptocurrency and Electronic Payment Platforms - Understanding Fintech and Digital Currency
Tue, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Learn about fintech and different types of cryptocurrencies (digital forms of money) and their uses as types of alternative payment and in investing. Presented by CASH Campaign of Maryland.
Puzzle Exchange
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Cockeysville Branch
Bring your new or lightly used jigsaw puzzles to exchange. Puzzles of all sizes and for all ages accepted. An ongoing event from Sunday, January 11, to Thursday, January 15.
Mobile Career Center
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Jan 14, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Sensory Story Time
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Be Playful
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play stations as your child builds communication, early learning and reading skills.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Jan 14, 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, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Totally Untidy Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses. A change of clothes is recommended.
History Room Research Hours
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Catonsville Branch - History Room
Visit the history room to view photos and artifacts from Catonsville's days of yore, find a reference book or relive your days at Catonsville High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Books and Conversation
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Be Playful
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
NAMI in the Library - Information Table
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Sensory Social - Libraries for All
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Family Crisis Center
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Public Service Area
Tabling event to learn about Family Crisis Center resources.
Understanding Social Security - Make Your Benefits Work for You
Wed, Jan 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Learn to make an informed decision around when to start collecting Social Security benefits based on your health and finances.
Department of Health Harm Reduction - Information Table
Wed, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch
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, Jan 14, 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.
Getting Started With eBooks in Libby
Wed, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Bring your smartphone, iPad or Kindle and get an introduction to Libby. This hands-on class is perfect for those who want to know more about ebooks and digital audiobooks.
Teen Time
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Wednesday Tween and Teen Time
Wed, Jan 14, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Hang out -- bring your friends or meet new ones.
Teen Time - Anime/TCG Club
Wed, Jan 14, 2:45pm - 4:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Nerd out about anime/manga and play trading card games.
Teen Time
Wed, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Be Involved - Maryland SPCA
Wed, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Teen Area
Join us in the Teen Room every Thursday to create items to be donated to the Maryland SPCA. Help animals in need and earn service-learning hours.
Cancelled
Practice English at the Library
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Adult Craft & Create - No-Sew Fabric Sachets
Wed, Jan 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Make a no-sew, scented fabric sachet that can be used to keep your closet, car or linen drawer fresh.
Sip and Paste - Vision Boards
Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Create a vision board to visualize your goals and dreams for 2026.
Free Play - Tabletop Games
Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Play board games, card games and dice games with family and friends.
Recording Studio Basics
Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio and learn the basics of recording.
This event is full
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Puzzle Exchange
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Cockeysville Branch
Bring your new or lightly used jigsaw puzzles to exchange. Puzzles of all sizes and for all ages accepted. An ongoing event from Sunday, January 11, to Thursday, January 15.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Jan 15, 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.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Jan 15, 9:30am - 10:00am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Jan 15, 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.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Jan 15, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Computers for Beginners - Introduction to the Internet
Thu, Jan 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab
Learn computer basics and how to use the internet. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Recording Studio Certification
Thu, Jan 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
This event is full
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Wilson 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.
Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
NAMI in the Library - Information Table
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Parent Support Group
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
Towson Branch
Stay after story time to connect with other parents and discuss infant care topics with a certified professional doula from GBMC.
SNAP Benefits Eligibility
Thu, Jan 15, 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.
Pop-Up Cinema - The Last Rifleman
Thu, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Artie Crawford, an elderly World War II veteran haunted by the death of his friend on D-Day, travels to France to reconcile with the ghosts of his past. (PG-13; 1 hour, 39 minutes)
Teen Time
Thu, Jan 15, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Dungeons & Dragons for Tweens and Teens
Thu, Jan 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome.
Be Creative
Thu, Jan 15, 2:45pm - 4:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Flex your creative muscles via a variety of guided art projects. Jump into the new year by creating a vision board with all of your goals and hopes for 2026.
Teen Time
Thu, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Teen Craft Corner
Thu, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
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.
Recording Studio Open Office Hours
Thu, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville Recording Studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Books, Crafts and Conversation - Tiny Book Jewelry
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Create wearable tiny book jewelry while we share our favorite reads.
This event is full
Sit and Stitch
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome.
Gaming Hour
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Hang out and battle your friends on Nintendo Switch. For ages 9 and up.
Crochet and Create
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Discover the art of crochet in this hands-on workshop for all skill levels. Learn stitches, tips and creative methods to inspire your next project. Materials provided.
Knit and Stitch
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.
Perry Hall Book Club
Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Beyond That, the Sea by Laura Spence-Ash.
Writing Group (Offsite) - At the Towson Panera
Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Loch Raven Branch
Whether you're an indie author, a sometime poet or a budding novelist, participate in this workshop for monthly discussion and practice. Bring out your best work to share in a supportive setting.
Dinosuar Jewelry
Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Design and make your choice of dino earrings or pendant. Materials provided. Adults only.
Thirsty Third Thursday
Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Indulge as we explore sizzling romance novels while sipping chilled mocktails. Join us for a lively discussion of Any Trope But You by Victoria Lavine.
Books & Brews
Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Heavy Seas Taproom - Purple Lounge
Join us at the Heavy Seas Taproom and enjoy a cold beer and conversation about H.P. Lovecraft's The Dunwich Horror.
Public Benefits Assistance
Fri, Jan 16, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
Meet with a social worker and get connected with resources and referrals.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tiny Chefs
Fri, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Chop, roll and slice as we make crepe spirals. All ingredients are kosher.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Gamer Friday
Fri, Jan 16, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Artistic - Libraries for All
Fri, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh 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.
Teen Time
Fri, Jan 16, 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.
Be Involved - Peer Tutoring and Study Space
Fri, Jan 16, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Do your homework with your friends in a relaxed, quiet environment; receive tutoring from your peers; or earn service-learning hours by tutoring your peers.
Third Friday Poker Club
Fri, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Join your fellow players to play popular zero stakes or "non-monetary" poker-related card games. Participants should come knowing game basics. Observers welcome.
Maryland Relay - Information Table
Fri, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Stop by and receive information about Maryland Relay, a free public service that allows people, unable to use a standard telephone, to both make and receive calls.
CCBC Information Table
Fri, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
See what you can be at CCBC. Explore over 300 academic and workforce training programs to help you further your career.
Little People, Big Dreams - Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
A special story time celebrating the Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy.
Crafts Gone Wild
Fri, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Help us use up all of our extra craft supplies to make something new and wonderful.
LEGO Fun
Fri, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Bingo Day
Fri, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Play bingo and win prizes. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
Puppet Craft - Finger Puppets
Fri, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Build a unique finger puppet that brings your story to life. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Teen Time
Fri, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Jan 17, 9:30am - 10:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Early Explorers
Sat, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B
Join us each month for a delightful and educational program specially crafted for the youngest members of our community.
History Room Research Hours
Sat, Jan 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Catonsville Branch - History Room
Visit the history room to view photos and artifacts from Catonsville's days of yore, find a reference book or relive your days at Catonsville High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Jigsaw Puzzle Swap
Sat, Jan 17, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Catonsville Branch
Drop in to donate a used puzzle and take one home that is new to you. General adult puzzles (250+ pieces) accepted. Please check that the puzzle you bring is complete with no pieces missing.
Cancelled
Family and Friends Story Time
Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Dragon Day - Story Time and Craft
Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Enjoy a story time filled with dragons and make a fun dragon craft afterward.
Family and Friends Story Time
Sat, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fun With STEM
Sat, Jan 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Learn about building, physics, engineering and robotics with the McDonogh School robotics team. Space is limited to 20 guests. Tickets available on the first floor 15 minutes before the program.
Hawaiian Ukulele With Shaun Gomban
Sat, Jan 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Native Hawaiian Shaun Gomban uses his unique vocal tone and custom ukulele to take you to the sand and sun of the Hawaiian tropics.
Be Involved - Decorate Backpacks for Health Care for the Homeless
Sat, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Earn service-learning hours by decorating back packs to be donated to Health Care for the Homeless.
Baby Rave
Sat, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Hustle your little heart out at our party featuring toddler-friendly dance music. Limited space available; first come, first served. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.
Be Involved - Heart Pillows for Cancer Patients
Sat, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Earn service-learning hours making pillows for cancer patients. No sewing experience is necessary; materials provided.
Paws to Read
Sat, Jan 17, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Arbutus 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 or cats.
Jigsaw Puzzle and Board Game Swap
Sat, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
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.
Math Madness
Sat, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Practice your math skills by playing games and winning small prizes.
DIY Bird Feeder
Sat, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Learn how to make a DIY bird feeder to take home and use to feed birds. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Get Your Poetry On
Sat, Jan 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive
Designed for those who enjoy reading and writing poetry, participants share and critically discuss each other's works in a supportive atmosphere.
Paws to Read
Sat, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Public Service 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.
Perler Beads
Sun, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville 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.
Computers for Beginners - Navigating Windows
Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Learn computer basics while improving your mouse skills. Topics include using the start menu, opening applications and switching between windows. Limited space available; first come, first served.
Parkville-Carney Book Club
Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Parkville-Carney Branch
Join us for a lively discussion of The Prospectors by Ariel Djanikian.
Open History Room
Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch
Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's past, research your family history or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Toddler Tumble and Tinker Time
Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they enjoy our passive play activities.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Jan 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Jan 20, 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, Jan 20, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Hamilton Relay Information Table
Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Connect with a representative from Hamilton Relay to learn about their resources and services.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
NAMI in the Library - Information Table
Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
VA Homeless Outreach - Information Table
Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area
Homeless veterans and veterans at risk of homelessness can drop in to connect with a Peer Support Specialist who helps them access services available in the VA and the community.
Homeschool Meetup
Tue, Jan 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Connect with fellow homeschool families in this freeform program designed to promote community and information sharing.
Armchair Toursim
Tue, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Experience another country's culture, food and history without leaving your hometown. Each month, we explore a documentary that takes us to new places.
Teen Time
Tue, Jan 20, 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
Tue, Jan 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, snacks and more.
Recording Studio Certification
Tue, Jan 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
Tuesday Gaming for Tweens and Teens
Tue, Jan 20, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop in for gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.
Taste Test Throwdown
Tue, Jan 20, 2:45pm - 4:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Taste test, rank and guess the flavor of familiar snacks.
Taste Test Throwdown
Tue, Jan 20, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Taste test, rank and guess the flavor of familiar snacks.
Infant and Toddler Parent Education With GBMC
Tue, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Discuss safe sleep, maintaining sleep schedules, feeding picky eaters and other infant/toddler care topics with a certified doula from GBMC. Children welcome to attend with adults.
Smoking Cessation
Tue, Jan 20, 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.
Anime Club
Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Tue, Jan 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Towson Branch - Wilson 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.
Nature Club for Kids - Symbiotic Sidekicks
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Share your appreciation for nature with others by learning about symbiosis and making a clownfish and anemone craft. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Be Creative - January Paint Night
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Create a seasonal scene at our paint night. Materials provided.
Anime Club for Teens
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Silent Book Club
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
Bring your own book and join other readers for a silent reading session, followed by an optional book discussion to share what you are reading. Snacks provided.
Paint Night - Paint Your Own Cherry Blossom Tree
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Using materials provided, create your own personalized cherry blossom landscape.
New Adult Poker Meetup
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Bring a friend and meet other fellow players, ages 18-25, to play popular zero stakes or "non-monetary" poker-related card games. Participants should come knowing game basics. Observers welcome.
Enneagram - Getting Unstuck From Anxiety
Tue, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Anxiety often signals that something within us is calling for attention -- not just worry or a reaction to stress, but a sacred yearning for change, meaning and alignment.
Chess Club
Tue, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Public Computers
Join fellow chess enthusiasts for friendly, casual games in a welcoming environment.
Mad Science - Pinecone Bird Feeder
Tue, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Make a pinecone bird feeder while learning about local birds.
New Year, New Career - Get a Jumpstart on Your Next Job
Tue, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Make 2026 your year. Gain a competitive edge in the job market with resume tips, job searching strategies and best practices for getting hired. 
Sit and Stitch
Tue, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Start the New Year With Meditation - A Workshop and Guided Meditation Session
Tue, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult
Begin the new year with a clean mental slate by reducing anxiety and stress while promoting clarity of thought with longtime meditation instructor Arvind Naik.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Jan 21, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Sensory Story Time
Wed, Jan 21, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
History Room Research Hours
Wed, Jan 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Catonsville Branch - History Room
Visit the history room to view photos and artifacts from Catonsville's days of yore, find a reference book or relive your days at Catonsville High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Insurance Assistance at the Library
Wed, Jan 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
The Baltimore County Department of Health presents a workshop on health insurance. Find information about available health plans and receive direct enrollment support.
Baltimore County Mobile Health Unit - Information Table
Wed, Jan 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Visit the Baltimore County Department of Health Mobile Truck for Narcan training, HIV and hepatitis C testing, syringe exchange, information about emerging infectious diseases and more.
Be Playful
Wed, Jan 21, 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.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
BiblioBOP
Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Explore dancing, shaking and singing your sillies out at this movement-based program. Older siblings welcome.
Trains and Tracks
Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Little train engineers can build tracks, let their imaginations take the lead and send our wooden trains on an adventure.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
NAMI in the Library - Information Table
Wed, Jan 21, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Understanding Medicare - Be an Informed Consumer
Wed, Jan 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Learn about Medicare coverage, options and alternative plans. Topics covered include enrollment, Medicare coverage and its parts, Medicare Advantage plans and potential costs. Q&A session to follow.
Books and Conversation
Wed, Jan 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)
Wed, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Public Service Area
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Homeschool Group
Wed, Jan 21, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for the Perry Hall homeschool group's monthly academic session.
Teen Time
Wed, Jan 21, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Wednesday Tween and Teen Time
Wed, Jan 21, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Hang out -- bring your friends or meet new ones.
Teen Time
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Be Involved - Maryland SPCA
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Teen Area
Join us in the Teen Room every Thursday to create items to be donated to the Maryland SPCA. Help animals in need and earn service-learning hours.
Cancelled
Practice English at the Library
Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Clubhouse for Teens
Wed, Jan 21, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
The Clubhouse is a nonprofit organization that provides a safe and fun place for teens with exciting and enriching activities. Visit the table to learn more about what the organization offers.
Sit and Stitch
Wed, Jan 21, 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 Music Production
Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Explore music production foundations with our Recording Studio Specialist.
This event is full
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Jan 21, 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.
Hunt Valley Jazz Ensemble
Wed, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Join us for a pleasant evening of jazz provided by our local Hunt Valley Jazz Ensemble.
Be Crafty - Perler Beads
Wed, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Explore your creative side. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
Music Meetup
Wed, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult
Calling all music lovers. Join us for a lively discussion about the songs we love.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 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.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Jan 22, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Recording Studio Certification
Thu, Jan 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Homeschool Meetup
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab
Join other homeschooling families in a space to swap materials and resources, network and socialize. STREAM activity provided for students.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Wilson 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.
NAMI in the Library - Information Table
Thu, Jan 22, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Parent Support Group
Thu, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Towson Branch
Stay after story time to connect with other parents and discuss infant care topics with a certified professional doula from GBMC.
Movie at Lansdowne Senior Center
Thu, Jan 22, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne-Baltimore Highlands Senior Center
Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of Nonnas (2025) at the Lansdowne-Baltimore Highlands Senior Center. (PG; 1 hour, 51 minutes)
Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction
Thu, Jan 22, 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.
Red Flags of Advertising and Scams - Protecting Seniors and Caregivers in Today's Marketplace
Thu, Jan 22, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Learn how to recognize misleading ads, avoid falling victim to scams and safeguard your hard-earned money at this eye-opening session presented by the Better Business Bureau.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Thu, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney 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.
Teen Time
Thu, Jan 22, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Be Creative
Thu, Jan 22, 2:45pm - 4:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Flex your creative muscles via a variety of guided art projects. Jump into the new year by creating a vision board with all of your goals and hopes for 2026.
Teen Time
Thu, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Teen Creative Writing Group
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Workshop your writing projects with others, whether it is journaling, fanfiction or even school assignments. Teens are welcome to join to practice writing skills and get feedback.
Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
A mindful movement practice that combines forms, movement and breath awareness to reset your nervous system and center your present moment experience.
Cozy Coloring
Thu, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Relax and color pieces of a coloring page. Each piece is colored by a different person and combined at the end to create a colorful work of art.
Photography for Teens
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Learn the basics of photography and then try them out. Materials provided.
Mario Party Jamboree - Teen Gaming
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Test your skills against other teens in our video game tournaments. The winner of each tournament receives a gift card.
Introduction to Tarot Card Reading
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Learn how tarot cards can help with checking in on your thoughts and feelings as well as making empowered decisions with a hands-on beginner's reading.
Teen Art - Pile It on Still Life
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Bring in a still life item to add to the pile. Then sketch the ever-growing mix of objects, hang out and explore creative drawing together.
Knit and Stitch
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.
Songwriter Support Group
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
A roundtable discussion about songwriting led by Recording Studio Specialist Chris Freeland.
Towson Book Club
Thu, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Book and Dagger: How Scholars and Librarians Became the Unlikely Spies of World War II by Elyse Graham.
Trivia Night
Thu, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A
Have fun and compete to win prizes with other trivia fans.
Adult Crafting - Folded Paper Cranes
Thu, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Loch Raven Branch
Learn the steps to folding origami paper cranes. Then string them together to create a decoration that symbolizes peace.
This event is full
The Business of Influence and Content Creation - Marketing Your Small Business Online
Thu, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Learn to show up confidently, create content with intention and understand how the world of influence and content creation really works.
Discovering the Golden Shadow With Tarot
Thu, Jan 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Shannon Knight, author of Dark Shadow, Golden Shadow, guides you through reflective exercises, card pulls and symbolic inquiry. Discover your own golden shadow with the help of tarot.
Public Benefits Assistance
Fri, Jan 23, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
Meet with a social worker and get connected with resources and referrals.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Totally Untidy Toddler Time
Fri, Jan 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses. A change of clothes is recommended.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Gamer Friday
Fri, Jan 23, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Chair Yoga for Beginners
Fri, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
A certified yoga Instructor guides you through yoga moves for a gentle stretch and strengthening of the body.
Teen Time
Fri, Jan 23, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Be Involved - Peer Tutoring and Study Space
Fri, Jan 23, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Do your homework with your friends in a relaxed, quiet environment; receive tutoring from your peers; or earn service-learning hours by tutoring your peers.
Teen Time
Fri, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
LEGO Challenge - One Scoop
Fri, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
North Point Branch - Children's Area
We build LEGO creations with just one scoop of bricks. What will you build?
Teen After Hours - Summer Camp
Fri, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Shake off the winter blues with some summer fun. The library is yours for the night. Teens only.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Jan 24, 9:30am - 10:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Paws to Read
Sat, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Call the Towson Branch at 410-887-6166 to reserve your spot.
Family and Friends Story Time
Sat, Jan 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
New Adult Hangout - Just Dance
Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room C
Unplug and unwind in a chill environment with new people and play Just Dance. Intended for adults ages 18-25.
Creative Collage - Vision Boards
Sat, Jan 24, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Make a fresh start in 2026 by creating a vision board of your goals, hopes and dreams. Supplies provided.
Icicle Ball
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
A chilly good time with Pam the Kindersinger, along with Rascal and Scooter. Dance at the Icicle Ball, sing some silly songs and do a freeze dance.
Madhubani Art Workshop
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B
In this hands-on workshop, mixed media artist Durga Ekambaram guides you through the process of creating your own Madhubani painting on canvas. 
Yo-Yo Workshop
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Coffin Nachtmahr, a traveling yo-yo performer and designer, presents an interactive workshop featuring the basics of performing yo-yo. Space is limited; first come, first served.
Paws to Read
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Children's Area
Reading to a therapy pet 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 pets.
STEM Saturday - Polar Bear Iceberg
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Create an iceberg that floats and see how many bears your iceberg holds before sinking.
Pop-Up Women's Chorus
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Join Dundalk Chorus in an afternoon of singing four-part a cappella harmony. No preparation or music experience required. The song and harmonies will be taught.
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