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Poetry Night

Black History Celebration 10th Anniversary

2025-02-27 17:30:00 2025-02-27 19:30:00 America/New_York Poetry Night Enjoy readings from this year's Black History Poetry Contest contestants. Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Thursday, February 27
5:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-27 17:30:00 2025-02-27 19:30:00 America/New_York Poetry Night Enjoy readings from this year's Black History Poetry Contest contestants. Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Enjoy readings from this year's Black History Poetry Contest contestants.

As part of the Randallstown Branch’s 10th annual Black History Celebration, we are proud to host an evening of original poetry readings by their creators.

AGE GROUP: | Tween (12-13 years) | Teen (14-17 years) | Older Adult | Late Elementary (9-11 years) | Early Elementary (6 to 8 years) | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Performances and Receptions |

TAGS: | Black History |

Randallstown Branch
Phone: 410-887-0770
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Mon, Apr 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
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Wed, Apr 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
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Sat, Apr 18 9:00AM to 5:00PM
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  • For youth and family programs, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Upcoming Events

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Birding by the Branch
Sat, Apr 18, 9:00am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch
A spring birding walk beginning and ending at the Arbutus Branch, led by an expert from the Baltimore Bird Club. All levels of birding experience welcome.
Registration is now closed
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Apr 18, 9:00am - 10:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Apr 18, 9:30am - 10:30am
White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Apr 18, 9:30am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Early Explorers
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Join us each month for a delightful and educational program specially crafted for the youngest members of our community.
Meet the Author - Hena Khan
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A
Meet the author of We Are Big Time, which is featured in our Battle of the Books competition.
History Room Research Hours
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Catonsville Branch - History Room
Visit the history room to view photos and artifacts from Catonsville's days of yore, find a reference book or relive your days at Catonsville High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Celebrate Earth Day - Branch Grounds Cleanup
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch Exterior
Take some time to clean up the space surrounding the branch, making it beautiful, healthy and welcoming for all. Service-learning hours available for students.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language. 
Friends of the Towson Library Book Sale
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Towson Branch
Friends of the Towson Library is hosting their annual book sale. Shop books of all genres and for all ages, including a large selection of children's books.
Animal Ambassadors
Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Interact with a variety of animals with Jenn's Uncommon Critters.
Caregiver Meetup and Well-Being Workshop - Spotlight on Caregiving
Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Caregivers learn tools for self-care that strengthen brain health, reduce stress, build resilience and connect with community in a supportive environment.
Family and Friends Story Time
Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Celebrate Earth Day - Biodegradable Newspaper Planters
Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Loch Raven Branch
Save money while upcycling old newspapers into newspaper pots for seed starting.
Celebrate Earth Day - Story Time and Picnic
Sat, Apr 18, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Loch Raven Branch
Pack a lunch and a blanket and enjoy a picnic outside while listening to a book celebrating Earth Day.
Celebrate Earth Day - Nature Walk and Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Apr 18, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Loch Raven Branch Exterior
Explore the wonders of nature and discover hidden treasures as you stroll along the library's scenic trail on a fun scavenger hunt in celebration of Earth Day.
Ask a Master Gardener
Sat, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Public Service Area
A gardener from the Master Gardener Program at the University of Maryland Extension answers your questions and offers gardening tips and resources.
Garden Buddies - Adult Volunteer Orientation
Sat, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Catonsville Branch
Learn about volunteer opportunities for adults with the Catonsville Library Community Garden.
Canvas Connections - An Intergenerational Sip and Paint
Sat, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Celebrate the joy of family and togetherness through art. Refreshments served.
Paws to Read
Sat, Apr 18, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to our therapy dog or cat.
Ask a Master Gardener
Sat, Apr 18, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Hereford Branch - Public Service Area
A gardener from the Master Gardener Program at the University of Maryland Extension answers your questions and offers gardening tips and resources.
Dahlia Growing Tips and Tuber Swap
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room Side B
Get tips from a member of the Dahlia Growers of Central Maryland on how to grow these prized beauties in your summer garden.
This event is full
Be Involved - Period Party
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Assemble period product kits and earn service-learning hours. Learn about menstrual health while making crafts and enjoying snacks.
Life-Size Snakes and Ladders
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
It's time for fun on a massive scale as we play a giant version of the classic board game Snakes and Ladders.
Vegetable Garden Basics
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
This presentation covers a range of great topics related to growing vegetables, including starting your first garden.
Meet the Author - Hena Khan
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Towson Branch - Public Service Area
Meet the author of We Are Big Time, which is featured in our Battle of the Books competition.
Eggs-treme 60-Second Challenges
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Using plastic eggs, various abilities are tested through multiple challenges. Complete each challenge in 60 seconds or less. The winner of each challenge wins a small prize.
Get Your Poetry On
Sat, Apr 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 supportive atmosphere.
Beginner Bachata Class
Sat, Apr 18, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Learn some basic bachata, a fun Latin partner dance. This class is for absolute beginners. No prior experience necessary; no partner necessary.
Registration is now closed
Sunday Book Club - Tevye the Dairyman and Motl the Cantor's Son
Sun, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Tevye the Dairyman and Motl the Cantor's Son by Sholem Aleichem, translated from Yiddish to English by Aliza Shevrin.
Q&A With the Small Business Administration - One-on-One Appointments With an SBA Specialist
Mon, Apr 20, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area,Study Room C
Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Apr 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Apr 20, 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.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Mon, Apr 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point 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.
Movie Monday
Mon, Apr 20, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Painting and coloring supplies available.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Apr 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Understanding Elder Law With Maryland Legal Aid - Spotlight on Caregiving
Mon, Apr 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Learn to make informed decisions on healthcare, financial and other legal issues that arise as part of the caregiving journey.
Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)
Mon, Apr 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Teen Time
Mon, Apr 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Monday Crafternoon for Tweens and Teens
Mon, Apr 20, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Public Service Area
Join us on Mondays for a relaxed afternoon of crafting in the study area. Supplies provided.
Teen Time
Mon, Apr 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Chill Time
Mon, Apr 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Just chill. Come to the teen room to chill with a snack and a low-key activity like Uno or using the button maker.
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Mon, Apr 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Monday Crafternoon
Mon, Apr 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us each week for a fun and easy craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Be Involved - Reading Buddies
Mon, Apr 20, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Children's Area
The program pairs younger readers with teen volunteers to build confidence, practice reading skills and foster a love of books in a fun and supportive setting.
Essex NAMI Family Support Group
Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
A free and confidential group for loved ones of people living with mental health conditions. No insurance required. See a staff member about registration or register at bit.ly/popupfsgsx.
Knitting Night
Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Learn how to knit or just hang out with others in this stitch craft meetup. Start your first knitting pattern or bring your current project. Limited supplies available. All skill levels welcome.
Toddler Pajama Story Time
Mon, Apr 20, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
LEGO Challenge - Food and Drinks
Mon, Apr 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Calling all LEGO fans. Build your LEGO creations using food-themed prompts.
Computers for Beginners - Navigating Windows
Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Learn computer basics while improving your mouse skills. Topics include using the start menu, opening applications and switching between windows. Limited space available; first come, first served.
Open History Room
Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - History Room
Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's past, research your family history, or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Stories and More - A Story and Craft Hour
Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for a story and craft. This month: Little Elliot, Big City by Mike Curato.
Parkville-Carney Book Club
Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Join us for a lively discussion of Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate.
Meet the Library Social Workers
Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
Meet with our West Region Social Worker and Social Work Supervisor to explore library resources, referrals and community services available to you and your family.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Apr 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Tue, Apr 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Apr 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Apr 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
NAMI in the Library - Information Table
Tue, Apr 21, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Homeschool Meetup
Tue, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Connect with fellow homeschool families in this freeform program designed to promote community and information sharing.
Armchair Tourism
Tue, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Tue, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Teen Time
Tue, Apr 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.
Recording Studio Certification
Tue, Apr 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
Tuesday Gaming for Tweens and Teens
Tue, Apr 21, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop in for gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.
Taste Test Throwdown
Tue, Apr 21, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Taste test, rank and guess the flavor of familiar snacks.
Homeschool RoboMasterminds
Tue, Apr 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Students build miniature versions of classic carnival games using LEGO bricks, such as an attic ride, ferry boat and more. Games are programmed in block code.
Teen Time
Tue, Apr 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Cancelled
Teen Time
Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Smoking Cessation
Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program is staffing a table on the public floor to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.
Anime Club
Tue, Apr 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
RoboMasterminds
Tue, Apr 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Students build miniature versions of classic carnival games using LEGO bricks, such as an attic ride, ferry boat and more. Games are programmed in block code.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Tue, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Towson Branch - Towson 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.
Understanding Dementia
Tue, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
This presentation provides guidance to better understand dementia and helps your loved ones live well, even with cognitive decline.
DIY Planting for Kids
Tue, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sollers Point Branch
Pick and plant started seeds to begin your own garden. Supplies provided.
Nature Club for Kids - Fantastic Frogs
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Share your appreciation for nature with others. This month, we learn about frogs and then craft a frog to take home. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Be Creative - Paint Night
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Create a piece of art you can take home. Materials provided.
New Adult Poker Meetup
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Bring a friend and meet other fellow players, ages 18-25, to play popular zero stakes or "non-monetary" poker-related card games. Participants should come knowing game basics. Observers welcome.
Silent Book Club
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
Bring your own book and join other readers for a silent reading session, followed by an optional book discussion to share what you are reading. Snacks provided.
Anime Club for Teens
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Mending and Embroidery
Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Learn how to embroider, hand sew and mend by making a needle book. A needle book holds needles, pins, buttons and other notions as you build these essential needlework skills.
Pajama Story Time
Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Chess Club
Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Public Computers
Join fellow chess enthusiasts for friendly, casual games in a welcoming environment.
Sit and Stitch
Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Apr 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.
Sensory Story Time
Wed, Apr 22, 9:30am - 10:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Apr 22, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Apr 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 Playful
Wed, Apr 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, and early learning and reading skills.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Tumble and Tinker Time
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they enjoy our passive play activities. Designed to ignite curiosity, nurture a love for learning and foster valuable social interactions.
Mobile Career Center
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Apply for jobs or get job-related assistance on the Mobile Career Center. No appointment necessary. Times subject to change; please check availability in advance.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Wednesday morning for board games, bingo and other activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Be Playful
Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play activities as your child builds communication, and early learning and reading skills.
Be Artistic - Libraries for All
Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games and more.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Apr 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Apr 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
NAMI in the Library - Information Table
Wed, Apr 22, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Wed, Apr 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.
Department of Health Harm Reduction - Information Table
Wed, Apr 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.
Homeschool Group
Wed, Apr 22, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for the Perry Hall homeschool group's monthly academic session.
Indie Lens Pop-Up - The Librarians
Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Librarians across the U.S. examine how book review policies are shaping their communities. (TV-14; 1 hour, 30 minutes)
Books and Conversation
Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Teen Time
Wed, Apr 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.
Dungeons & Dragons for Tweens and Teens
Wed, Apr 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome.
Be Involved - Mount Zion Cemetery Cleanup
Wed, Apr 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Mt. Zion Cemetery
Grab some friends (and some trash bags) and earn service-learning hours by helping us pick up trash at Mount Zion Cemetery. Weather permitting. Supplies provided.
Taste Test Throwdown
Wed, Apr 22, 2:45pm - 4:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Taste test, rank and guess the flavor of familiar snacks.
Teen Time
Wed, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Improv Workshop for Tweens and Teens
Wed, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
Baltimore Improv Group teaches the basics of improv through exercises and games for better listening, agreement and response.
Cancelled
Teen Time
Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Healthy Heart Habits - Take Steps to Achieve Better Heart Health
Wed, Apr 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Learn healthy lifestyle choices that help you manage high blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.
Ask a Master Gardener
Wed, Apr 22, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Public Service Area
A gardener from the Master Gardener Program at the University of Maryland Extension answers your questions and offers gardening tips and resources.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Apr 22, 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Catonsville Branch
A program that pairs younger readers with teen volunteers to build confidence, practice reading skills and foster a love of books in a fun and supportive setting.
Recording Studio Basics
Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio and learn the basics of recording.
This event is full
Practice English at the Library
Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Apr 22, 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.
Vegetable Gardening Basics
Wed, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
This presentation covers a range of great topics related to growing vegetables, including starting your first garden. 
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Apr 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.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Apr 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Apr 23, 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Recording Studio Certification
Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Healthy Heart Habits - Take Steps to Achieve Better Heart Health
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Learn healthy lifestyle choices that help you manage high blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.
Homeschool Meetup
Thu, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab,North Point Meeting Room
Join other homeschooling families in a space to swap materials and resources, network, and socialize. LEGO activity provided for students.
NAMI in the Library - Information Table
Thu, Apr 23, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Movie at Lansdowne Senior Center - The Fabelmans
Thu, Apr 23, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Baltimore Highlands-Lansdowne Senior Center
Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of The Fabelmans at the Lansdowne-Baltimore Highlands Senior Center. (PG-13; 2 hours, 31 minutes)
Narcan Training
Thu, Apr 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.
Growing Herbs Indoors
Thu, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
University of Maryland Master Gardeners present a nuts-and-bolts seminar on how to grow herbs indoors. Topics include proper containers, growing mediums, environment, and water and fertilizer.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Thu, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Garden Group
Thu, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch
Connect with the community and beautify the parking lot garden beds by planting, weeding, mulching and watering.
Teen Time
Thu, Apr 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.
Teen Time
Thu, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Be Creative - DIY Moss Terrariums
Thu, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Celebrate Earth Day by building your own decorative moss terrarium. Limited supplies; first come, first served.
Gaming Tournament for Teens - Mario Kart
Thu, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Essex Branch
Bring your friends, make some new ones and hang out in our teen area. Play Mario Kart and compete to win prizes.
Cancelled
Teen Time
Thu, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Practice English at the Library
Thu, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Button Accessories Craft
Thu, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Use upcycled buttons to create a fun accessory.
Recording Studio Open Office Hours
Thu, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Reading Buddies
Thu, Apr 23, 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Catonsville Branch
A program that pairs younger readers with teen volunteers to build confidence, practice reading skills and foster a love of books in a fun and supportive setting.
Super Smash Bros. Tournament - Teen Gaming
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Parkville-Carney Branch
Test your skills against other teens in our video game tournaments. The winner of each tournament receives a gift card.
Knit and Stitch
Thu, Apr 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.
Practice English at the Library
Thu, Apr 23, 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.
Towson Book Club
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The League of Lady Poisoners: Illustrated True Stories of Dangerous Women by Lisa Perrin.
Trivia Night
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Have fun and compete with other trivia fans.
Recording Studio Music Production
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Explore music production foundations with our Recording Studio Specialist.
The Landscape of Music Heritage in Catonsville
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
This program is a part of Patapsco Heritage Greenway's Eighth Annual Patapsco Days Celebration.
Writers Studio - Writing Comic Books and Graphic Novels
Thu, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult
Comic books and graphic novels are some of the fastest growing art forms for writers. Hear from a published author and comic book writer about the unique advantages and challenges of this medium.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Dance a Story
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
A multifaceted program geared toward kinesthetic learning.
BiblioBOP
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Explore dancing, shaking and singing your sillies out at this movement-based program. Older siblings welcome.
Tiny Chefs - Mango Salsa and Chips
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Chop, mix and crunch as we read a story and then make mango salsa served with tortilla chips. All ingredients are kosher.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Apr 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.
Totally Untidy Toddler Time
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses. A change of clothes is recommended.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Apr 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, Apr 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.
Chair Yoga for Beginners
Fri, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
A certified yoga Instructor guides you through yoga moves for a gentle stretch and strengthening of the body.
Teen Time
Fri, Apr 24, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Harm Reduction Program - Drugs and Vaping
Fri, Apr 24, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Learn the definition of drugs; the impact of drugs, alcohol and vaping on tweens and teens; and how to reduce harm related to drugs, alcohol and vaping.
Teen Time
Fri, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Cancelled
Teen Time
Fri, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Teen After Hours - Carnival Games
Fri, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Tonight, the branch is open just for teens. Try your luck with some carnival games. Teens only.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Apr 25, 9:00am - 10:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Be Kind Signs
Sat, Apr 25, 9:30am - 10:30am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Make a sign to show your support of kindness and love. All are welcome; supplies provided.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Apr 25, 9:30am - 10:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Practice English at the Library
Sat, Apr 25, 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.
Community Shred Day
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Rosedale Branch
Destroy your confidential household paperwork at our free Community Shred Day. This outdoor event is for personal/residential users only. Limit of three (3) boxes per household; paper items only.
Edgar Allan Poe Teen Writers Club
Sat, Apr 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.
Recording Studio Music Production - All About Drums!
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Explore music production foundations with our Recording Studio Specialist, with a focus on recording and mixing drums.
How to Write an Explosive Resume With SLRC
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
This interactive resume-writing class equips participants with the skills and tools needed to create compelling, professional resumes that stand out in today's competitive job market.
LEGO Design Challenge
Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Drop in and test out your creative problem-solving skills by figuring out our monthly challenges.
Paws to Read
Sat, Apr 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. Call the Towson Branch at 410-887-6166 to reserve your spot.
Vegetable Gardening Basics
Sat, Apr 25, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
This presentation covers a range of great topics related to growing vegetables, including starting your first garden.
Ask a Master Gardener
Sat, Apr 25, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
A gardener from the Master Gardener Program at the University of Maryland Extension answers your questions and offers gardening tips and resources.
Queer Film Alliance - Wild Nights With Emily
Sat, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
This romantic comedy examines Emily Dickinson's writing process, her unsuccessful attempts to be published in her lifetime and her lifelong romantic relationship with another woman.
New Adult Hangout - Kawaii Perler Bead Crafts
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
Unplug and unwind in a chill environment with new people while making your own adorable creations using our Perler bead kit. Supplies provided. Intended for adults ages 18-25.
Be Involved - GBMC Newborn Care Kits
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Teens earn service-learning hours while assembling care kits for newborns at GBMC.
This event is full
Color and Conversation: Exploring Beauty - Spotlight on Caregiving
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
A coloring program that provides a relaxing and inspiring gathering designed for women of all ages to come together and enjoy creativity, connection and conversation.
Voices in Clay - Instruments of the Ancient Americas
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Take an immersive, multisensory journey into the world of ancient sound through live demonstrations of instruments from the pre-Columbian Americas.
Paws to Read
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Children's Area
Reading to a therapy pet can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to one of our therapy pets.
Upcycled Earth Collage
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Celebrate Earth Day by creating a unique collage of the Earth.
Bibliotastic Book Fair 2026
Sat, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Catonsville Branch
Still chasing the high of your elementary school book fair? Grab your friends and head to our adults-only night of good vibes and nostalgia. 
Retro Drawing Fun - Etch A Sketch
Sun, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Learn the basics of Etch A Sketch from a real pro, Princess Etch.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Apr 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Apr 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.
Movie Monday
Mon, Apr 27, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Painting and coloring supplies available.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Mon, Apr 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.
Baby Craft Time
Mon, Apr 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.
Move and Groove Story Time
Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Enjoy a movement-themed story time with songs, music and activities meant to get your preschooler moving.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Mon, Apr 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Career Day at the Library - Mental Health Professional
Mon, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Are you still thinking about what job you would like to have as a grown-up? No problem. Homeschool students are invited to join us for a monthly series to learn about different careers.
Teen Time
Mon, Apr 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.
Monday Crafternoon for Tweens and Teens
Mon, Apr 27, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Public Service Area
Join us on Mondays for a relaxed afternoon of crafting in the study area. Supplies provided.
Teen Time
Mon, Apr 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Chill Time
Mon, Apr 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Just chill. Come to the teen room to chill with a snack and a low-key activity like Uno or using the button maker.
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Mon, Apr 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Monday Crafternoon
Mon, Apr 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us each week for a fun and easy craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Cancelled
Teen Time
Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
FreeState Justice x UMBC Name Change Clinic
Mon, Apr 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Catonsville Branch
FreeState Justice, Maryland's LGBTQIA+ civil advocacy nonprofit organization, is offering a free, confidential legal name change clinic to Maryland residents of all ages.
Cancelled
Evening Story Time: Springtime
Mon, Apr 27, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Perry Hall Branch
Celebrate the season with songs, movement and stories that capture the joy of sunshine, blossoms and fresh beginnings.
PokéMonday
Mon, Apr 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.
Teen Book Club
Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Calling all teen readers: Chat about your newest reading obsessions with other enthusiasts. Make friends while exercising your right to read.
Toddler Pajama Story Time
Mon, Apr 27, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Crochet for Beginners
Mon, Apr 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Enjoy an evening learning to crochet or bring your own crochet project to work on while you socialize.  
This event is full
Veterans Book Group
Mon, Apr 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Join us monthly for a discussion with other current service members and veterans from all eras. This month: The Nine by Gwen Strauss.
Intermediate Microsoft Word
Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Move beyond the basics and learn more about Microsoft Word. Further develop your Word skills to create a flyer using a template and learn about other Word features.
Open History Room
Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - History Room
Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's past, research your family history, or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Small Business Counseling
Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Drop in and bring your questions to meet with an advisor from Baltimore County's Department of Economic and Workforce Development.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Apr 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Tue, Apr 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Apr 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Social - Libraries for All - Create With Make Studio
Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Family and Friends Story Time
Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
NAMI in the Library - Information Table
Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
VA Homeless Outreach - Information Table
Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
Drop-in hours where homeless veterans and veterans at risk of homelessness can connect with a social worker who helps them access services available in the VA and the community.
Smoking Cessation
Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program is staffing a table on the public floor to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.
Pathways to Housing - A Community Resource Fair
Tue, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Learn about housing resources for renters, older adults, homebuyers and more.
Teen Time
Tue, Apr 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.
Tuesday Gaming for Tweens and Teens
Tue, Apr 28, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop in for gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.
Teen Time
Tue, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Open Recording Studio Session for Teens
Tue, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1,Recording Studio 2
Explore the recording studio in a relaxed atmosphere with your friends and other teens. Make and record music with provided instruments and let your creativity shine.
Know Your Rights as a Renter - Source of Income Discrimination Laws
Tue, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
Learn about fair housing laws and your rights when navigating the intersection of disability and renting. Economic Action Maryland Fund presents information and offers time for a Q&A session.
Cancelled
Teen Time
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Department of Health Tobacco Cessation - Information Table
Tue, Apr 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.
National Diabetes Prevention Program - Prevent T2: A CDC Proven Program to Prevent Type-2 Diabetes
Tue, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Commit to your good health. Join Prevent T2, a proven, free program designed to help you make and maintain healthy lifestyle changes to cut your risk of developing type 2 diabetes in half.
Fiction Addiction - Sisters in the Wind by Angeline Boulley
Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Join our parent-teen book club and chat about this month's pick while working on a fun craft inspired by the story.
Owings Mills Book Club
Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón.
Sit and Stitch
Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Public Benefits Assistance
Wed, Apr 29, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
Meet with a worker from Healthcare for the Homeless and get connected with resources and referrals.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Apr 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.
Sensory Story Time
Wed, Apr 29, 9:30am - 10:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Apr 29, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Be Social - Libraries for All
Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Wednesday morning for board games, bingo and other activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Be Playful
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play activities as your child builds communication, and early learning and reading skills.
Baby Rave
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Hustle your little heart out at our party featuring toddler-friendly dance music. Limited space available; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun
Wed, Apr 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Craft Time
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Make a fun craft at the library.
Family and Friends Story Time
Wed, Apr 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
NAMI in the Library - Information Table
Wed, Apr 29, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Teen Time
Wed, Apr 29, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Teen Time
Wed, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Reading Cuddly Buddies
Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Defenders of Animal Rights
In partnership with Defenders of Animal Rights, the Hereford Branch seeks children who love animals and would like to practice their reading skills. Program takes place at DOAR, 14412 Old York Road.
Cancelled
Teen Time
Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Healthy Heart Habits - Take Steps to Achieve Better Heart Health
Wed, Apr 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Learn healthy lifestyle choices that help you manage high blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.
Plant and Seed Swap
Wed, Apr 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Refresh your garden this spring. Grab your plants, cuttings and seeds and join us for a springtime plant swap. Share your excess plants and find new ones for your garden.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Apr 29, 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Catonsville Branch
A program that pairs younger readers with teen volunteers to build confidence, practice reading skills and foster a love of books in a fun and supportive setting.
Graphic Novel Book Club
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
We discuss The Night Librarian by cartoonist Christopher Lincoln.
Cheesemaking With Charlottetown Farm - Spotlight on Caregiving
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Pam Miller of Charlottetown Farm talks about her cheesemaking journey, demonstrates how to make ricotta and chevre at home and shares product samples made from goat milk.
This event is full
Bingo for New Adults
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Join us for a fun evening of bingo.
Pokémon Club
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Celebrate a love of Pokémon. Play the Pokémon Trading Card Game with helpful tips from a seasoned trainer. Practice strategic thinking and math skills. Sponsored by the American Library Association.
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Apr 29, 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.
Cannabis 101 - From Just Say No to Medical Miracle
Wed, Apr 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Learn what medical cannabis is, the science behind how it works, when it is appropriate to use, where to safely obtain it and why it is not a medical miracle.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Apr 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.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Apr 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Apr 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Recording Studio Certification
Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Infant Story Time: Babies and Books
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Family and Friends Story Time
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Healthy Heart Habits - Take Steps to Achieve Better Heart Health
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Learn healthy lifestyle choices that help you manage high blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.
NAMI in the Library - Information Table
Thu, Apr 30, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Teen Time
Thu, Apr 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.
Be Involved - First Aid Kits
Thu, Apr 30, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Earn service-learning hours by creating first aid kits for tweens and teens.
Teen Time
Thu, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Cancelled
Teen Time
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Practice English at the Library
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Thu, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
A drop-in Dungeons & Dragons adventure for teens. Beginners and veterans welcome. Space is limited. Materials provided.
Recording Studio Open Office Hours
Thu, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Reading Buddies
Thu, Apr 30, 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Catonsville Branch
A program that pairs younger readers with teen volunteers to build confidence, practice reading skills and foster a love of books in a fun and supportive setting.
Crafterwork - Beaded Plants
Thu, Apr 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, Apr 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.
May Day Pop-Up Story Time
Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Bring your fairy wings and flower crowns to celebrate spring and the return of summer. Enjoy a fun-filled evening listening to stories, doing a themed craft and learning about May Day.
Practice English at the Library
Thu, Apr 30, 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.
Rikud Baltimore - Israeli Dance Class
Thu, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Bring your family and friends to learn the basics of Israeli folk dancing with Rikud Baltimore's dance instructor Joshua Rosenthal.
Owings Mills Community Mixer
Thu, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Meet your Owings Mills neighbors in a fun social gathering. Light refreshments and ice breakers provided.
Strategies for Successful Aging in Place - Spotlight on Caregiving
Thu, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Learn about the latest recommendations, technology and services designed to help aging loved ones stay in their homes longer.
Mad Science - Introduction to 3D Printing
Thu, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Learn basic principles of 3D printing and design.
Practice English at the Library
Thu, Apr 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.
Family and Friends Story Time
Fri, May 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Birding by the Branch
Sat, May 02, 9:00am - 11:00am
Cockeysville Branch
A birding walk beginning and ending at the Cockeysville Branch, led by an expert from the Baltimore Bird Club. All levels of birding experience welcome.
Financial Caregiving - Spotlight on Caregiving
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Understand the responsibilities that go along with taking care of someone else's finances as a caregiver.
The 36-Hour Day With Dr. Peter V. Rabins - Spotlight on Caregiving
Sun, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Co-author Dr. Peter V. Rabins speaks about the latest edition of the caregiving classic, The 36-Hour Day: A Family Guide to Caring for People With Alzheimer Disease, Other Dementias, and Memory Loss.
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