Passion to Purpose

History Room Research Hours

Sat, Jan 18, 9:30am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Library - Room 306

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

Sat, Jan 18, 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.

Pirates and Princesses Story Time

Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Early Explorers

Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Join us each month for a delightful and educational program specially crafted for the youngest members of our community.

Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Reisterstown Branch

Be ye a pirate, a princess or a little bit of both, join us for stories, songs and a fun craft. Dressing up is encouraged but not required.

Shibori - The Art of Japanese Tie-Dye

Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Learn the art of shibori, the technique of folding cloth and dyeing it with natural indigo. We also explore indigo production and textile patterns originating in West Africa. Materials provided.

Hands-Only CPR Training

Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Cockeysville Branch

Help save a life. Drop in and learn the simple steps of Hands-Only CPR from members of the Baltimore County Fire Department.

Winter Story Time and Craft

Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Join us for a winter-themed story time and make a craft to take home.

The Magic of a Book

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Magician Mike Rose presents an entertaining and motivational magic show that is all about reading and the love of books.

The Three Not-So-Little Pigs

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

The wolf is a vegetarian and the pigs jam on rock and roll guitars. This show offers an offbeat version of the classic children's tale that is as much fun for the adults as it is for the kids.

Backyard Animal Tracks

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

How many paw prints can you identify?

Paint a Wooden Snake - Celebrate Lunar New Year

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

Learn about the Lunar New Year and paint your own wooden snake to celebrate the Year of the Snake. Supplies provided. Space is limited.

Weekend Story Time

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Join us for a special weekend story time geared to children ages 5-8 years old.

Connecting Threads

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

Hang out at the branch for a monthly sewing and knitting group. Bring your current needlework, loom, felt or other sewing project and work alongside fellow textile enthusiasts.

Get Your Poetry On

Sat, Jan 18, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room Side A

Designed for those who enjoy reading and writing poetry, participants share and critically discuss each other's works in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere.

Registration is now closed

Sat, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Sat, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Bring a stuffed friend for stories and a craft. Then, leave your stuffie at the branch for a special toys-only sleepover. Stuffed animals will be ready for pickup on Tuesday, January 21.

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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.

Computers for Beginners

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:30am

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Learn computer basics and improve your typing. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.

Open History Room

Tue, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Tue, Jan 21, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

Tue, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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.

Stories and More - A Story and Craft Hour

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch

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

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:45am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for a story and craft. This month: Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae.

Armchair Tourism

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Tue, 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.

Teen Gaming

Tue, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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, 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Make a Lunar New Year Lantern

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year by making a zodiac-themed lantern using a Mason jar.

Anime Club for Teens

Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Third Tuesday Poker Club

Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Join your fellow players to play popular zero stakes or "non-monetary" poker-related card games.

Pop-Up Story Time

Tue, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Shake your bells, tap your sticks and clap your hands. Enjoy a music-filled story time.

Pajama Story Time

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Chess Club

Tue, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Public Computers

Join fellow chess enthusiasts for friendly, casual games in a welcoming environment.

Understanding Human Trafficking - Let's Talk About It

Tue, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Join Candace Parrott from Araminta to gain a deeper understanding of the serious and surprising problem of human trafficking and domestic child sex trafficking in Maryland.

Workforce Development - Drop-in Job Help

Wed, Jan 22, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Arbutus Branch

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

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, Jan 22, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 2

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

Sensory Story Time

Wed, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Be Artistic - Libraries for All

Wed, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch

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

History Room Research Hours

Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Catonsville Branch - History Room

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

Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch

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

Early Literacy, Part 1 - Symbols Have Meaning

Wed, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Participate in playful activities that help your child learn that symbols have meaning.

Yoga for Beginners

Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall 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.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Harm Reduction - Narcan Training

Wed, Jan 22, 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.

Book Buzz - Hottest Titles this Winter

Wed, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Not sure what to pick up next? Feeling desperate? Pikesville Branch librarians share the season's best-rated books and help you build your to-be-read list.

Books and Conversation

Wed, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - ACE

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

Wed, 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.

Wed, 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.

Nature Club for Kids - Vibrant Volcanoes

Wed, Jan 22, 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.

Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Share your appreciation for nature with others. This month, we read books about volcanoes and make our very own explosive volcano. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.

STEM Challenge - Slime

Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Explore STEM fields through hands-on learning and fun challenges that look to spark curiosity and foster critical thinking.

Pajama Story Time

Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B

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

Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Investing 101

Wed, Jan 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

Learn the fundamentals of investing with the Maryland Chapter of BetterInvesting® in this four-week series.

This event is full

Thu, Jan 23, 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, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C

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

Thu, Jan 23, 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, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jan 23, 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.

Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

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

Thu, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jan 23, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

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

Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction

Thu, Jan 23, 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.

Thu, Jan 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Thu, 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.

Thu, Jan 23, 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, 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.

Crochet and Cookies for Teens

Thu, Jan 23, 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.

Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine

A teens-only edition of our regular crochet program.

Winter Gnome Craft

Thu, Jan 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

Create a cute, little, winter gnome friend with yarn and macramé rope. Supplies provided.

Super Smash Bros. Tournament - Teen Gaming

Thu, Jan 23, 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.

Empowering Parents to Advocate for Student Growth

Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

This Claude C Thornton Foundation series offers a welcoming space for parents to deepen their knowledge of advocacy, educational rights and the tools needed to navigate the school environment.

Family Bingo

Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Families with children of all ages, join us for an evening of bingo and fun.

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Professional Networking Event

Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Grow your professional network by connecting with fellow entrepreneurial-minded individuals in the greater Baltimore area.

Towson Book Club

Thu, Jan 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Join us for a lively discussion of The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune.

Trivia Night

Thu, Jan 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Have fun and compete to win prizes with other trivia fans.

Rescheduled: Thirsty Third Thursdays Book Club and Mocktails

Thu, Jan 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room C

Indulge as we explore sizzling romance novels while sipping chilled mocktails. Join us for a lively discussion of Between Friends & Lovers by Shirlene Obuobi.

Thu, Jan 23, 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, Jan 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Dance a Story/Learn to Read

Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Cancelled

Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch

A multifaceted program geared toward kinesthetic learning.

BiblioBOP

Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room C

Explore dancing, shaking and singing your sillies out at this movement-based program. Older siblings welcome.

Gamer Friday

Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch

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

Hands-on Computer Learning Hour

Fri, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

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, Jan 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Movie in the Afternoon - Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

Fri, Jan 24, 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.

Fri, Jan 24, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

It's showtime. Grab some popcorn and join us for a viewing of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024). (PG-13; 1 hour, 45 minutes)

Teen After Hours - Pajama Party

Fri, Jan 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Make a Fidget Toy

Fri, Jan 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Create a fun fidget toy with simple household items.

Fri, Jan 24, 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.

The Edgar Allan Poe Teen Writers Club

Sat, Jan 25, 9:30am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Library - Room 306

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

Sat, Jan 25, 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.

LEGO Design Challenge

Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Drop in and test out your creative problem-solving skills by solving our monthly challenges.

Sat, Jan 25, 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. Stop in and read to one of our therapy dogs.

Chess Club for Kids

Sat, Jan 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Hands-Only CPR Training

Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Public Service Area

Help save a life. Drop in and learn the simple steps of Hands-Only CPR from members of the Baltimore County Fire Department.

Saturday Movie Matinee - Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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.

Craft Closet Clean Out

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Make some weird art using random supplies from our craft closet. Bring your imagination and set aside your expectations; we provide the rest.

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. (PG-13; 2 hours, 14 minutes)

Nature Club - Stargazing

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Share your appreciation for nature with others. This month, we read books about stargazing and create our very own stargazing journals.

Tea Tasting With Cuples Tea House

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

A tea tasting with Cuples Tea House promises to be both educational and delightful, offering a rich introduction to one of the world's most beloved beverages.

This event is full

Desk Pet Habitats

Sat, Jan 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Celebrate Desk Pet Adoption Day by selecting a pet and designing its habitat. Learn how desk pets can be a great tool in taking care of our mental health. Limited supplies; first come, first served.

Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jan 27, 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.

Movie Monday

Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Randallstown Branch

Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Designed for adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities.

Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jan 27, 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.

Be Artistic - Libraries for All

Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 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.

Baby Craft Time

Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

One-Shot Adventures

Mon, Jan 27, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

Grab your dice and roll for initiative at this drop-in game of Dungeons & Dragons (5E). Players of all skill levels welcome; pre-generated sheets available. Materials included.

Movie Mondays - The Maze Runner

Mon, Jan 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.

Mon, Jan 27, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Join us every Monday as we screen a movie. This week, we watch The Maze Runner (2014). (PG-13; 1 hour, 53 minutes)

Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 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.

Maker Monday - Valentines

Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 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 have some snacks and a low-key activity, but feel free to chill on the couch and play Switch or PS5.

Club de lectura

Mon, Jan 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Acompáñenos a conversar sobre el libro Rota se camina igual de Lorena Pronsky. ¡Venga a comentar sus opiniones y a compartir sus partes favoritas!

Veterans Book Group

Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Join us for a monthly book discussion and dinner. January's title: The Peacock and the Sparrow by I. S. Berry.

Board Game Night

Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Hang out and play some board games.

PokéMonday

Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Children in grades K-5 can make a craft to benefit the community. Use your creativity to make someone smile.

Mad Science - Cartesian Divers

Mon, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Create and decorate your own cartesian diver while learning about scientific principles of buoyancy and pressure.

Microsoft Word for Beginners

Mon, Jan 27, 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.

Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 11:30am

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Learn about Microsoft Word and how to use it. Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required; experience with computers strongly encouraged.

Open History Room

Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Small Business Counseling

Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jan 28, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 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.

Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch

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

Tue, Jan 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Tue, Jan 28, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Teen Gaming

Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Generations Unite - Be Connected

Tue, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Smoking Cessation

Tue, Jan 28, 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.

Pikesville Chess Night

Tue, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

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

Owings Mills Book Club

Tue, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

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

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Jan 28, 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.

Tue, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Get to know your neighbors through thought-provoking conversations.

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, Jan 29, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 2

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

Sensory Story Time

Wed, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Elephant and Piggie's Crafty Adventures

Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

Join us for all things Elephant and Piggie as we read stories, sing songs and make a craft.

Be Playful

Wed, Jan 29, 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 Artistic - Libraries for All

Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch

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

History Room Research Hours

Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Catonsville Branch - History Room

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

Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch

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

Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Craft Time

Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Bring your creativity to make fun crafts.

Harm Reduction - Narcan Training

Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 29, 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.

Any Book Book Club - Theme: Fiction About Traveling

Wed, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Read a book you have an interest in for book club. The only criteria are to discuss a book you have read from the chosen theme and have a desire to discover new books to read.

LEGO Fun

Wed, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

Teddy Bear Tea Party

Wed, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Bring your favorite teddy bear, stuffed animal or doll for a tea party as we celebrate with snacks, reading, crafts and other activities.

No-Snow Snowman

Wed, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Color a snowman, hear snowman stories and create your own sock snowman.

LEGO Fun

Wed, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

LEGO Fun

Wed, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

DIY Polymer Clay Incense Holder

Wed, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Sculpt and create your own Lunar New Year-inspired polymer clay incense holder or dish. Limited space. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.

Glowforge for Kids

Wed, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Make and decorate fun crafts using a Glowforge laser cutter.

Teen Gaming Tournament - Mario Kart

Wed, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Junior Marketplace

Wed, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Kids ages 5-7 get a fun, hands-on introduction to starting their own "business."

Wed, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Bring your friends, make some new ones and hang out in our teen area. Play Mario Kart and compete to win small prizes.

Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training

Wed, Jan 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Pajama Story Time

Wed, Jan 29, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B

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

Wed, Jan 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 4

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Investing 101

Wed, Jan 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

Learn the fundamentals of investing with the Maryland Chapter of BetterInvesting® in this four-week series.

This event is full

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

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

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

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

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

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Thu, Jan 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jan 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio A: Session 3

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Thu, Jan 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.

Thu, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

New Year, New You, Numerology

Thu, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Thu, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Explore the relationship between your life and numbers.

Empowering Parents to Advocate for Student Growth

Thu, Jan 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

This Claude C Thornton Foundation series offers a welcoming space for parents to deepen their knowledge of advocacy, educational rights and the tools needed to navigate the school environment.

Crafterwork - Decorative Kite for Sankranti

Thu, Jan 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Relax and socialize with an easy craft each month. Supplies provided. Space is limited. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Jan 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Thu, Jan 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

A drop-in Dungeons & Dragons adventure. Beginners and veterans welcome. Materials provided.

Knitting Introduction and Social

Thu, Jan 30, 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.

LEGO Challenge - Marble Run

Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Design and create a marble run using LEGO blocks, tape and paper tubes.

Build a Miniature Library

Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Create and build your own miniature library. Supplies are limited.

Writing Group

Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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.

The Hidden Costs of Spotify With Liz Pelly

Thu, Jan 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Journalist and author Liz Pelly discusses how Spotify creates an algorithm to produce playlists, how it makes money and what the hidden costs are that face both music artists and appreciators.

Thu, Jan 30, 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, Jan 31, 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, Jan 31, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Gamer Friday

Fri, Jan 31, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch

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

Fri, Jan 31, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jan 31, 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, Jan 31, 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.

Author Visit With Grace Lin - Celebrate Lunar New Year

Fri, Jan 31, 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.

Sat, Feb 01, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Award-winning author and illustrator Grace Lin uses her books to explain and share the customs of the Lunar New Year.