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Choose Your Own Adventure
Folk and Fairy Tales With Sarah Brady
2024-11-01 14:00:00
2024-11-01 15:00:00
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Choose Your Own Adventure
Audiences have the chance to choose their own adventures, and even swap the outcomes of the tales as they travel through stories to discover a world of character built with imagination.
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Friday, November 01
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch
Rosedale Meeting RoomAudiences have the chance to choose their own adventures, and even swap the outcomes of the tales as they travel through stories to discover a world of character built with imagination.
Once upon a time, there was a little girl—or a little boy or a dog or a dragon or a fairy or a giant. And that person or animal or mythical creature had an adventure. That adventure brought choices, and the choices ushered in change. Choose your own adventure in this interactive program.
AGE GROUP: | Tween (12-13 years) | Late Elementary (9-11 years) |
TAGS: | International Games Month |
Rosedale Branch
Phone: 410-887-0512
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We're closed Wednesday November 11 due to CLOSED for Veteran's Day
| Mon, Nov 09 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Closed |
| (CLOSED for Veteran's Day) | |
| Thu, Nov 12 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Nov 13 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Nov 14 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Nov 15 | Closed |
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Test your skills against other teens in our video game tournaments. Participants should bring their Switch 1 or 2 controller. Snacks provided.
Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome.
Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Escape the holiday rush and relax to readings by local poets as they celebrate the publication of Poets of Manor Mill, Volume II. A Q&A session and book signings to follow.
Thu, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Grow your professional network by connecting with fellow entrepreneurial-minded individuals in the greater Baltimore area.
Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Lost Story: A Novel by Meg Shaffer.
Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Where They Last Saw Her by Marcie R. Rendon.
Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Indulge as we explore sizzling romance novels while sipping chilled mocktails. Join us for a lively discussion of Every Step She Takes by Alison Cochrun.
Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Heavy Seas Beer - Purple Lounge
Join us at the Heavy Seas Taproom and enjoy a cold beer and conversation.
Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Panera Bread
Whether you're an indie author, a sometime poet or a budding novelist, participate in this workshop for monthly discussion and practice. Bring out your best work to share in a supportive setting.
Thu, Nov 19, 7:15pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Fri, Nov 20, All day
Parkville-Carney Branch
Bring your new or gently used jigsaw puzzles to share.
Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:45am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Introduce your baby to the library. This gentle introduction to story time features songs, rhymes and a read-aloud followed by an infant-friendly playtime.
Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Chop, peel and mix as we make a citrus beet salad. All ingredients are kosher. Limited space available; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
A multifaceted program geared toward kinesthetic learning.
Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sparrows Point Park
Fun is rolling your way! Stop by the bookmobile to explore a great selection of books, movies and video games for all ages.
Cancelled
Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Hustle your little heart out at our movement-based program featuring toddler-friendly dance music. Limited space available; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cancelled
Fri, Nov 20, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Connect with a DMC Empowering Health Services representative. They offer free information and referrals surrounding mental health and substance abuse services in addition to resources.
Fri, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Play bingo and win prizes. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
Fri, Nov 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.
Fri, Nov 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Relax and enjoy a movie with friends. Join us for an afternoon of watching movies, enjoying snacks and hanging out with other tweens and teens.
Fri, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
The library is closing...but the experiments are just beginning. Join us for a night of crazy science challenges, wacky creations and hands-on fun. Snacks provided.
Fri, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
Tonight, the branch is open just for teens. Watch a movie, play games or hang out and have fun. Food provided. Registration required. Contact branch to register.
Sat, Nov 21, All day
Parkville-Carney Branch
Bring your new or gently used jigsaw puzzles to share.
Sat, Nov 21, 9:00am - 10:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Celebrate the season by creating a fun turkey puppet.
Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 3:30pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Learn about the vintage process experiencing a resurgence in popularity. Enter the drawing to win a same-day tintype portrait session. Have a digital photo taken with a retro paper moon background.
Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Learn about the Chesapeake Bay and an iconic animal that lives there -- the oyster. Touch oyster shells, see what watermen use to catch oysters for food and discover the history of oyster harvesting.
Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
An introduction to finding and identifying birds in your area. Learn how your bird sightings can contribute to science and conservation in Baltimore.
Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room,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.
Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B
Earn service-learning hours while assembling menstrual care kits for those who need them.
Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
An introductory play session to Pirate Borg, an RPG with pirates and zombies.
Cancelled
Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Loch Raven Branch
Join a librarian to explore the trail behind the Loch Raven Branch. Then head inside and warm up with hot chocolate and apple cider while creating a nature craft.
Sat, Nov 21, 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.
Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Get ready to stomp, roar and explore at Dino Discovery Live, an action-packed program where the ancient world of dinosaurs comes to life.
Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room
Learn to create an acrylic pichwai art painting, taught by mixed media artist Durga Ekambaram.
Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Frolic in to transform, paint and arrange autumn leaves into unique creatures, scenes or abstract art.
Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full 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.
Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
An afternoon of puzzling fun where teams race to complete a 300-piece jigsaw puzzle. Afterward, visit the puzzle swap table to exchange your gently used puzzles. Space is limited.
Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Drop in to play with galaxy playdough, paint a rock, spin some art and create a sensory bag.
Sat, Nov 21, 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.
Sat, Nov 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Explore music production foundations with our Recording Studio Specialist.
This event is full
Sun, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
An hour of crafts and activities based on the InvestiGators graphic novel series by John Patrick Green.
Mon, Nov 23, All day
Parkville-Carney Branch
Bring your new or gently used jigsaw puzzles to share.
Mon, Nov 23, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 1
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, Nov 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Learn healthy lifestyle choices that help you manage high blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.
Mon, Nov 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Nov 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Nov 23, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Coloring supplies available.
Mon, Nov 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sweet Air Park
Fun is rolling your way! Stop by the bookmobile to explore a great selection of books, movies and video games for all ages.
Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Join us for open-ended art projects as your little one explores different art materials in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Dress for a mess.
Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Celebrate Dinovember by digging up deliciousness while creating a hands-on recipe. Supplies are limited; first come, first served. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Enjoy a movement-themed story time with songs, music and activities meant to get your preschooler moving.
Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville 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.
Mon, Nov 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Nov 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.
Mon, Nov 23, 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.
Mon, Nov 23, 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.
Mon, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Mon, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Mon, Nov 23, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Celebrate gratitude this November at this special story time.
Mon, Nov 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Calling trainers of all ages. Join us once a month for a variety of activities, including crafts, gaming and trading. Bring your own PokéGear and hang with other trainers.
Mon, Nov 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome.
Mon, Nov 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Enjoy an evening learning to crochet or bring your own crochet project to work on while you socialize.
Mon, Nov 23, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Tue, Nov 24, All day
Parkville-Carney Branch
Bring your new or gently used jigsaw puzzles to share.
Tue, Nov 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Further develop your skills with Microsoft Excel by learning about formulas, filtering, conditional formatting and more.
Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Tue, Nov 24, 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.
Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Tue, Nov 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Nov 24, 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, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Nov 24, 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, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Nov 24, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Tue, Nov 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday to develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Nov 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Build your resume, prepare for interviews, explore career options and more in this 12-week job-readiness series. Presented by Reinvented Destiny, LLC under the Rebuild and Rise Program.
Tue, Nov 24, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop in for gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.
Tue, Nov 24, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Tue, Nov 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Tue, Nov 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program is staffing a table in one of our study rooms to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.
Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Take a break from the holiday stress. Bring a book and join other readers for a silent reading session, followed by an optional book discussion to share what you are reading. Snacks provided.
Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Learn the basics of block printing. Supplies provided.
This event is full
Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A
Join us for a lively discussion of this year's One Maryland One Book selection, No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney.
Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Learn about different types of coping skills and build your toolkit of coping strategies.
Wed, Nov 25, All day
Parkville-Carney Branch
Bring your new or gently used jigsaw puzzles to share.
Wed, Nov 25, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Wed, Nov 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cancelled
Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch
Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses. A change of clothes is recommended.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they enjoy our passive play activities.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play stations as your child builds communication, early learning and reading skills.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
Drop-in hours where homeless veterans and veterans at risk of homelessness can connect with a social worker who helps them access services available in the VA and the community.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sweet Air Park
Fun is rolling your way! Stop by the bookmobile to explore a great selection of books, movies and video games for all ages.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 10:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Use your imagination to create with cardboard tubes. Supplies provided; first come, first served. Space is limited.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games and more.
Wed, Nov 25, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Wed, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 25, 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.
Wed, Nov 25, 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.
Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Test your wits and luck in a Battleship tournament.
Wed, Nov 25, 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.
Cancelled
Wed, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Wed, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Cancelled
Wed, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Rescheduled
Wed, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Wednesday, November 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Loch Raven Branch
Chat with other horror fiction fans about our November read, The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones.
Fri, Nov 27, All day
Parkville-Carney Branch
Bring your new or gently used jigsaw puzzles to share.
Fri, Nov 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Nov 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Nov 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Introduce your baby to the library. This gentle introduction to story time features songs, rhymes and a read-aloud followed by an infant-friendly playtime.
Fri, Nov 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Nov 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sweet Air Park
Fun is rolling your way! Stop by the bookmobile to explore a great selection of books, movies and video games for all ages.
Cancelled
Fri, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Nov 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive STEM show for the whole family.
Fri, Nov 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Franklin Woodland Trail
Learn lessons from Robin Wall Kimmerer's Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults regarding Native American culture and botany as we explore nature on the Franklin Woodland Trails.
Fri, Nov 27, 2:00pm - 2:40pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
An interactive and educational experience designed to introduce audiences to a wide variety of animals, including reptiles, mammals and more.
Sat, Nov 28, All day
Parkville-Carney Branch
Bring your new or gently used jigsaw puzzles to share.
Sat, Nov 28, 9:00am - 10:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Drop in and test out your creative problem-solving skills by figuring out our monthly challenges.
Sat, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Snap pieces together to make lights, sounds and moving parts while experimenting through fun, hands-on projects.
Sat, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
We travel from outer space inward to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible.
Sat, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
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.
Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full 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.
Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Learn basic sewing skills as we make felt ornaments with retro-inspired designs. Materials provided. Space is limited; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Bring your friends and family or meet new people while enjoying friendly competition, teamwork and laughter. Drop in, choose a game and play at your own pace. No registration or experience required.
Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Enjoy a variety of board games with your family. Games provided for a variety of ages.
Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Celebrate Dinovember by creating sparkling dinosaur diamond art with colorful gems. No experience necessary. Supplies provided. Limited spots available.
Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive STEM show for the whole family.
Cancelled
Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch
Learn about circuits and create a greeting card that shines.
Mon, Nov 30, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
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, Nov 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Learn healthy lifestyle choices that help you manage high blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.
Mon, Nov 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Nov 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.
Mon, Nov 30, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Coloring supplies available.
Mon, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Mon, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville 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.
Mon, Nov 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Nov 30, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Mon, Nov 30, 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.
Mon, Nov 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.
Mon, Nov 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Mon, Nov 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Mon, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Use colorful wool roving and a bar of soap to create your own unique felted soap design.
Mon, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.