Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Mon, Nov 25, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Nov 25, 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 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

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

Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

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

Baby Craft Time

Mon, Nov 25, 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 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, enjoy music and more.

Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Mon, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Toddler Dance Party

Mon, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:45am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Show us your best moves as we dance and groove to toddler-friendly dance music.

Mon, Nov 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area

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

Cancelled

Free Community Flu Vaccination Clinic

Mon, Nov 25, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch

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

Mon, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Small Business Marketing - How to Identify Your Audience

Mon, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Monday Crafternoon

Mon, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Board Game Night

Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Hang out and play some board games.

PokéMonday

Mon, Nov 25, 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 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Be guided through a step-by-step process to define your ideal audience based on criteria that truly matter, ensuring that your marketing efforts resonate with the right people.

Registration is now closed

Cancelled

Writers Studio: NaNoWriMo - Take Your Novel to the Next Level

Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch

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

Mon, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult

It's time to take National Novel Writing Month to the next level with historical research.

Registration is now closed

Intermediate Excel

Tue, Nov 26, 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.

Open History Room

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch

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

History Room Research Hours

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - History Room

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

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Tue, Nov 26, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

Tue, Nov 26, 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 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Tue, Nov 26, 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 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Homeless Veteran Support Hours

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

Drop-in hours where homeless veterans and veterans at risk of homelessness can connect with a social worker who will help them access services available to them in the VA and in the community.

Tue, Nov 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Teen Time Tuesdays

Tue, Nov 26, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Relax after school and take part in a fun activity or craft.

Tue, Nov 26, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Teen Gaming

Tue, Nov 26, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Be Involved

Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Teen Area

Join us in the Teen Room every Tuesday to create items to be donated to Meals on Wheels. Help others and earn service-learning hours.

Cancelled

Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch

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

Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Smoking Cessation

Tue, Nov 26, 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.

Workforce Development - Drop-in Job Help

Tue, Nov 26, 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.

Pikesville Chess Night

Tue, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

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

Owings Mills Book Club

Tue, Nov 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Join us for a lively discussion of Anxious People by Fredrik Backman.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Nov 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Wed, Nov 27, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Arbutus Branch

Baltimore County Workforce Development career counselors are available to help with resumes, cover letters, job searching or general computer help.

Cancelled

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, Nov 27, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Essex Branch

Meet with a social worker and get connected with resources and referrals. A Maryland Certified Navigator is also available to assist with Medicare and Medicaid questions and enrollment.

Wed, Nov 27, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Sensory Story Time

Wed, Nov 27, 9:30am - 10:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Be Playful

Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

Be Playful

Wed, Nov 27, 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 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Cancelled

Early Literacy - Numbers and Patterns

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch

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

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Discover basic number and pattern concepts as we learn about numbers, counting and patterns through music and play.

Parents, Babies and Breastfeeding Support Group

Wed, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Nov 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Parents, siblings and support partners are invited to discuss the adventures of parenthood, developmental milestones and receive breastfeeding support from a Certified Lactation Counselor.

Harm Reduction - Narcan Training

Wed, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Nov 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

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

Rescheduled

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Wed, Nov 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

New date Monday, November 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

White Marsh Branch

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

Books and Conversation

Wed, Nov 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - ACE

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

Wed, Nov 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

Wed, Nov 27, 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 29, 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 29, 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 29, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Collector of the Impossible - Peter Wood

Fri, Nov 29, 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 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Blending amazing artifacts with humor and storytelling, Peter Wood has crafted a one-of-a-kind magic show experience that is guaranteed to surprise and delight.

Sat, Nov 30, 9:30am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A

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

History Room Research Hours

Sat, Nov 30, 9:30am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - History Room

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

The Edgar Allan Poe Teen Writers Club: NaNoWriMo

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch

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

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Cockeysville Branch - Conference Room

Meet other writers, polish your craft and share your work in a supportive group with an adult facilitator. All genres and skill levels welcome.

Fall Hike on the Franklin Woodland Trails

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Discover how creatures get ready for winter while enjoying a fun walk in nature. Meet in the lobby of the Reisterstown Branch.

Saturday Sing-Along With Mrs. Kelly

Sat, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Chess Club for Kids

Sat, Nov 30, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Lansdowne Branch

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

Sat, Nov 30, 11:00am - 11:45am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Mrs. Kelly from Music Together: Finding Our Voice presents a fun morning of music, movement and stories for children ages birth to 5 who are accompanied by a grownup or caregiver.

Be Creative - Decorative Boxes

Sat, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Use mixed media art to upcycle a cigar box. Use your creation as a personal gift, home decoration, keepsake storage and more. A limited amount of supplies provided.

Sunday Chat

Sun, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Join us for informal conversation with the goal of gathering people to encourage community connections.

Mon, Dec 02, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Adults with physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities along with caregivers are welcome to join us for hands-on activities, including crafts and art projects, for all skill levels.

Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Little Chef - Snowman Cupcakes

Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

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

Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

It's never too early to get started in the kitchen. Welcome the cold with a winter-themed treat. Supplies are limited; first come, first served. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Movie Mondays for Tweens and Teens

Mon, Dec 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Dec 02, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Join us every Monday as we screen a movie. This week, watch the first half of Dune: Part One (2021; PG-13). The second half of the movie will be shown next Monday.

Mon, Dec 02, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch

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

Mon, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Monday Crafternoon

Mon, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Join us every Monday afternoon for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Mon, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Chill Time

Mon, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch

Just chill. Anyone ages 13-18 is welcome in our Teen Space from 3-4 p.m. We'll have some snacks and a low-key activity, but feel free to chill on the couch and play Switch or PS5.

Crochet Introduction and Social

Mon, Dec 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Learn to knit or bring your current project. Materials provided for free; first come, first served. Light refreshments available. Beginners are encouraged; all levels of experience welcome.

Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training

Mon, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Teen Hangout

Mon, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Join us for games, crafts, snacks and more.

Friends of the Arbutus Library

Mon, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch

Join the Friends of the Arbutus Library, a community group dedicated to preserving the history of Southwest Baltimore County.

White Marsh Writers Group

Mon, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Mon, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Share your writing with like-minded people and improve your craft. Writers of all levels are welcome, whether exploring the world of writing or looking for feedback on a draft of their work.

How to Love Your Job When You're in a Job You Don't Love

Mon, Dec 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Do you find yourself dreading the arrival of Monday morning? You're not alone. Learn about practical, real-world strategies to help shift your mindset and reignite your passion for your career.

Open History Room

Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch

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

Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Tue, Dec 03, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

Tue, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Tue, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

VA Homeless Outreach

Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

Outreach social workers from the VA Maryland Healthcare System are available to assist homeless veterans with finding healthcare, employment and housing resources.

Dementia Dialogues

Tue, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - ACE

Join a virtual monthly discussion group for anyone and everyone wanting to discuss dementia, including caregivers/care partners and persons living with dementia.

Yoga for Beginners

Tue, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. This program can be modified for those wanting to use a chair. Yoga mat optional.

Connecting Threads

Tue, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

Hang out at the branch for a monthly sewing and knitting group.

Tue, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Teen Time Tuesdays

Tue, Dec 03, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Relax after school and take part in a fun activity or craft.

Teen Gaming

Tue, Dec 03, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Tue, Dec 03, 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

Tue, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Teen Area

Join us in the Teen Room every Tuesday to create items to be donated to Meals on Wheels. Help others and earn service-learning hours.

Tue, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Medicare Made Easy and Retirement Prep

Tue, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Smoking Cessation

Tue, Dec 03, 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.

Tue, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Meet with a financial professional to discuss your goals and needs, as they can help prepare you for retirement and select the Medicare Supplement insurance plan that is right for you.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Pajama Story Time

Tue, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

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

North Point Book Club

Tue, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of The Mistletoe Mystery by Nita Prose.

Tackling Hospital Debt - Know Your Rights

Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - ACE

Have you been hit by an unexpected hospital bill that you can't pay? Are you uninsured or underinsured? Join experts from Economic Action Maryland to learn what you can do.

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, Dec 04, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 2

Meet with a social worker and get connected with resources and referrals. A Maryland Certified Navigator is also available to assist with Medicare and Medicaid questions and enrollment.

Wed, Dec 04, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Sensory Story Time

Wed, Dec 04, 9:30am - 10:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Be Playful

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Mobile Career Center

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Woodlawn Branch

Apply for jobs or get job-related assistance on the Mobile Career Center.

History Room Research Hours

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Catonsville Branch - History Room

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

Sensory Story Time

Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time.

Cancelled

Parents, Babies and Breastfeeding Support Group

Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch

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

Playful Pals

Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Enjoy fun activities and music while making friends.

Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Parents, siblings and support partners are invited to discuss the adventures of parenthood, developmental milestones and receive breastfeeding support from a Certified Lactation Counselor.

Blood Drive

Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 4:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Save lives and show your support by donating blood. Your blood donation can save up to three lives. Contact the branch or Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS to make an appointment.

Smart Spending for the Holidays - The Psychology of Financial Decision-Making

Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Dec 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Do you understand why you spend money the way you do? Are you ready to change your spending habits? Learn about and examine your money values and habits.

Harm Reduction - Narcan Training

Wed, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

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

Be Social - Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Randallstown Branch

A fun social gathering for homeschooled students. Enjoy light snacks, beverages, games and music while you mingle and make new friends.

Pikesville Speaker Series - CSI: The Historical Edition

Wed, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

Wed, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Historian Mike Dixon reviews the advancements made in criminology that helped solve once unsolvable historical cold cases.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Wed, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Public Service Area

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

Wed, Dec 04, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Wed, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Memorials With Richard Chizmar - Meet the Author

Wed, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Anime Hangout

Wed, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

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

Family Crisis Center

Wed, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch

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

Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Author Richard Chizmar talks about his new work of horror, Memorials, which was named a best book of 2024 by Publishers Weekly.

Sit and Stitch Meetup

Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Pajama Story Time

Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C

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

White Marsh Book Club

Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer.

Pajama Story Time

Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Artists' Meetup - Life Model Open Sessions

Thu, Dec 05, 9:30am - 10:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Join other artists for this biweekly drawing session.

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

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

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch

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

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Pop-Up Cinema - Knives Out

Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Thu, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

A tribute to mystery mastermind Agatha Christie and a fun, modern-day murder mystery where everyone is a suspect. (PG-13; 2 hours, 10 minutes)

Essex Silent Book Club

Thu, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Do you love the idea of a book club, but not the idea of assigned readings? This book club allows you to read what you want, with you deciding if you'd like to interact with anyone else.

Teen Study Hub

Thu, Dec 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

Spend time studying, working in groups and completing school assignments.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Thu, Dec 05, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

Thu, Dec 05, 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.

Henna Workshop - Magic Kitchen Mixology and Design Workshop

Thu, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Thu, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Henna artist Chelsea Stevenson demonstrates how to prepare fresh, natural henna paste to create safe, temporary body art designs.

Learn How to Draw and Shade by Mechanical Pencil

Thu, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Freestyle Art Session

Thu, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

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

Thu, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive

Artist Negin Mohseni Nejad introduces participants on how to use mechanical pencil drawing techniques to make delicate and sensitive drawings.

Plant and Clothing Swap

Thu, Dec 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Grab your plants and cuttings and clean, gently used clothes and join us for a winter plant and clothing swap. Leave with some fresh wardrobe pieces and a new houseplant or two.

Gaming Hour - Smash Tournament

Thu, Dec 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

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

Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Pokémon Club

Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Chill Out Night - Natural Glow

Thu, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

In this hands-on workshop, create a customized sugar scrub using natural ingredients, perfect for pampering yourself or as a thoughtful gift this holiday season.

Pints & Pages at Black Locust Hops Farm Brewery

Thu, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Black Locust Hops Farm Brewery

Join us for lively conversation in a relaxed, friendly setting as we share thoughts on our favorite books and latest reads.

Trivia for Adults

Thu, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Quiet Study-Magazine Room

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

Crafts and Cocoa - Create Fabric Scrap Prosperity Hens

Thu, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Learn basic hand sewing techniques and invite good fortune ahead of the new year by crafting a string of prosperity hens from fabric scraps. Supplies provided. Beginners welcome.

Zentangle®

Thu, Dec 05, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Virtual - ACE

Join a Certified Zentangle® Teacher and learn to use this step-by-step method to create something unexpected and creative.

Books and Conversation - Holiday Gift Book Buzz

Thu, Dec 05, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

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

Fri, Dec 06, 10:00am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Join us for engaging conversation as we share thoughts on our favorite books and latest reads.

Fri, Dec 06, 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, Dec 06, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Finger Painting - Winter

Fri, Dec 06, 10:00am - 10:45am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Help decorate the branch with finger paint for winter. Take one piece home that your child paints and leave a piece to decorate the branch. Dress for a mess.

Fri, Dec 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Hands-on Computer Leaning Hour

Fri, Dec 06, 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, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. This program can be modified for those wanting to use a chair. Yoga mat optional.

Fri, Dec 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Essex Branch - Public Computers

Learn how to use a computer, fix up your resume or create an email account. Stop by one of our learning stations where a dedicated librarian answers any of your computer questions.

Fri, Dec 06, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Henna Workshop - Magic Kitchen Mixology and Design Workshop

Fri, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Fri, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Henna artist Chelsea Stevenson demonstrates how to prepare fresh, natural henna paste to create safe, temporary body art designs.

Fri, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Sat, Dec 07, 9:30am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A

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

Sat, Dec 07, 9:30am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Instrument Trial Day

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Towson Branch

Engage in hands-on discovery where professional music educators from The Music Space provide various musical instruments to explore in a fun, supportive environment.

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Sat, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point 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.

Pop-Up Shops at Baltimore County Public Library

Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Children's Area

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

Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch

Shop local at the Pop-Up Shops. Artisans, artists and independent merchants offer unique products and one-of-a-kind creations.

Pop-Up Shops at Baltimore County Public Library

Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Shop local at the Pop-Up Shops. Artisans, artists and independent merchants offer unique products and one-of-a-kind creations.

Pop-Up Shops at Baltimore County Public Library

Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

Shop local at the Pop-Up Shops. Artisans, artists and independent merchants offer unique products and one-of-a-kind creations.

Beginner Watercolor Workshop and Art Reception

Sat, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 3rd Floor

Join watercolor instructor Karen Ruberry to try out watercolor and paint a small greeting card-sized painting.

Sat, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Children's Area

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

Code Club

Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Chess Meetup

Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Join us on the first Saturday of the month to enjoy friendly matches with other chess enthusiasts. No formal instruction, just open play and fun. Players matched by ability, all levels welcome.

Board Game Social

Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

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

Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Sat, Dec 07, 3:30pm - 3:45pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Sat, Dec 07, 3:45pm - 4:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Sat, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 4:15pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Sat, Dec 07, 4:15pm - 4:30pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Mon, Dec 09, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch

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

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Dec 09, 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.

Meet With BCPS Birth to Five Services

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Perry Hall Branch

Learn about early intervention and special education programs provided by Baltimore County Public Schools Birth to Five Services.

Conozca los servicios de Birth to Five de BCPS

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Perry Hall Branch

Obtenga más información sobre los programas de intervención temprana y educación especial que ofrecen los servicios Birth to Five de las Escuelas Públicas del condado de Baltimore.

Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

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

Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

We welcome adults with various abilities and their caregivers to learn and create. Join us for hands-on activities, including crafts and art projects, for all skill levels.

Baby Craft Time

Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch

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.

Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction

Mon, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

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

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

Mon, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

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

Movie Mondays for Tweens and Teens

Mon, Dec 09, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Join us every Monday as we screen a movie. This week, watch the second half of Dune: Part One (2021; PG-13).

Mon, Dec 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.

Mon, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Monday Crafternoon

Mon, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Join us every Monday afternoon for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Creative Writing Workshop

Mon, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Chill Time

Mon, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine

Just chill. Anyone ages 13-18 is welcome in our Teen Space from 3-4 p.m. We'll have some snacks and a low-key activity, but feel free to chill on the couch and play Switch or PS5.

Mon, Dec 09, 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.

Food: Fact or Fiction - How to Make Sense of It All

Mon, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Advice about what you should and shouldn't eat changes daily. Find out how to make sense of website and social media information about nutrition, including how to determine credible sources.

Knitting Introduction and Social

Mon, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Learn to knit and meet others who craft. Beginners are encouraged; all levels of experience welcome. Materials provided for free; first come, first served. Light refreshments available.

Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training

Mon, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room

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

LEGO Challenge - Race Against the Clock

Mon, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Crochet and Cookies

Mon, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Towson Branch - Public Service Area

Crochet, or learn how to crochet, in a relaxed setting with other fans of the fiber arts at this drop-in event for all skill levels, from beginner to expert.

Mon, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Calling all LEGO fans. Individually complete a series of timed LEGO building challenges.

Cockeysville Book Club

Mon, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett by Annie Lyons.

Parkville-Carney Book Club

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor

Join us for a lively discussion of poetry. Bring a poem of your choice to share.

Open History Room

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch

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

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Be Social: Libraries for All

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

Sollers Point Branch

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

Tue, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Tue, Dec 10, 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, Dec 10, 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, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Tue, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Meet With BCPS Birth to Five Services

Tue, Dec 10, 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.

Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Arbutus Branch

Learn about early intervention and special education programs provided by Baltimore County Public Schools Birth to Five Services.

Conozca los servicios de Birth to Five de BCPS

Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Arbutus Branch

Obtenga más información sobre los programas de intervención temprana y educación especial que ofrecen los servicios Birth to Five de las Escuelas Públicas del condado de Baltimore.

Cómo elaborar un presupuesto para su bienestar financiero

Tue, Dec 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Según el informe sobre el bienestar económico de los hogares estadounidenses en 2023 de la Reserva Federal, la inflación siguió siendo la principal preocupación financiera.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Tue, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Cockeysville Branch

Speak with a representative from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) about eligibility for the elderly, youth, adults and college students.

Tue, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Teen Time Tuesdays

Tue, Dec 10, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Relax after school and take part in a fun activity or craft.

Teen Gaming

Tue, Dec 10, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Tue, Dec 10, 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

Tue, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Teen Area

Join us in the Teen Room every Tuesday to create items to be donated to Meals on Wheels. Help others and earn service-learning hours.

Tue, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Children's Area

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