Name: March Mario Kart Madness
Start: 2025-03-29T14:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-03-29T15:30:00-04:00
Location: Essex Branch

March Mario Kart Madness

Teen Advisory Board Presents

2025-03-29 14:00:00 2025-03-29 15:30:00 America/New_York March Mario Kart Madness Join us for a fun-filled Mario Kart tournament. Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Saturday, March 29
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-29 14:00:00 2025-03-29 15:30:00 America/New_York March Mario Kart Madness Join us for a fun-filled Mario Kart tournament. Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Essex Branch

Public Service Area

Join us for a fun-filled Mario Kart tournament.

The top three participants to earn the most points win Visa gift cards. Board games are provided to play while waiting your turn. This program was decided upon and planned by the Southeast Region Teen Advisory Board, which includes teens from the Essex, Dundalk and Sollers Point area, as part of our Service-Learning Program for middle and high school students.

AGE GROUP: | Tween (12-13 years) | Teen (14-17 years) |

EVENT TYPE: | Games, Gaming and Recreation |

Essex Branch

Hours

Event Guidelines

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Notice of eight business days prior to the event is requested.
For youth and family programs, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Upcoming Events

Free Wills and Estate Planning Legal Clinic

Thu, May 08, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Volunteer attorneys prepare free wills, advance medical directives and power of attorney documents for income-eligible Baltimore County/City homeowners. Appointments required.

Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Thu, May 08, 9:30am - 10:00am

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Family and Friends Story Time

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

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Read Together

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room

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Small Business Counseling

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Thu, May 08, 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, May 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

Recording Studio Certification

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Registration is now closed

Family and Friends Story Time

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

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SNAP Benefits Eligibility

Thu, May 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

A CCBC SNAP Benefits Eligibility Specialist speaks with you about SNAP, provides materials and can schedule a phone meeting to complete your online SNAP application.

Teen Time

Thu, May 08, 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 Teens

Thu, May 08, 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.

Recording Studio Certification

Thu, May 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Registration is now closed

Teen Time

Thu, May 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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Red Flags and Green Flags - Healthy Relationships With TurnAround, Inc.

Thu, May 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

Explore signs and develop skills for identifying and building healthy relationships with Alejandra Lema of TurnAround, Inc.

Know Your Rights

Thu, May 08, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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Be Social - Libraries for All

Thu, May 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills 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.

Resin Floral Pendants

Thu, May 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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Teen Game Night

Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

Hang out, play and learn from each other. Board games and D&D materials provided. All experience levels welcome.

Knit and Stitch

Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch

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Pop-Up Story Time - May Day

Thu, May 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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Ageism in a Modern World - How to Understand and Respond

Thu, May 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

An interactive program that explores the impact of ageism and allows for sharing stories and experiences for fostering respect, equity and inclusion across generations.

Make a Wine Cork Trivet

Thu, May 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Enjoy this hands-on program where you learn how to repurpose wine corks into beautiful, functional trivets that add a touch of charm to any home or entertaining area.

Reisterstown Readers Book Club

Thu, May 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of Someone Else's Shoes by Jojo Moyes.

Writers Studio - Let's Talk Poetry

Thu, May 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult

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Registration is now closed

Practice English at the Library

Thu, May 08, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

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Family and Friends Story Time

Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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Family and Friends Story Time

Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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Be Social - Libraries for All

Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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Gamer Friday

Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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Family and Friends Story Time

Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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Family and Friends Story Time

Fri, May 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Yoga for Beginners

Fri, May 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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CCBC Information Table

Fri, May 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

See what you can be at CCBC. Explore over 300 academic and workforce training programs to help you further your career.

Teen Time

Fri, May 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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Recording Studio Certification

Fri, May 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Teen Time

Fri, May 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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Paws to Read

Fri, May 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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Practice English at the Library

Sat, May 10, 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.

Practice English at the Library

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

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Caturday - Cozy Up With a Cat

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Gather with fellow cat lovers for a morning of meowy good fun.

Rescheduled

Practice English at the Library

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

New date Saturday, May 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch

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

Practice English at the Library

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Ask a Master Gardener

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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.

Growing Vegetables in Containers

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

All you need to know about containers: types of containers, fertilizers, compost, types of soilless mixes, watering, how to plant, what to plant and how to maximize your harvest.

Teen Zine Workshop

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

A zine, short for fanzine, is a self-published, small-batch print work. Come express your creative voice and learn how to make a simple folding zine. For ages 13-17.

Traveling Book Club - Lucy by the Sea

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Offsite

To commemorate the five-year anniversary of COVID-19, we visit Baltimore County's COVID-19 Memorial at Lake Roland and discuss Lucy by the Sea by Elizabeth Strout.

STEM Saturday

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Take an adventure in the area of physics; see what new things you can learn and explore.

Practice English at the Library

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

New venue North Point Branch - Study Room 1

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

Ask a Master Gardener

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lansdowne 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.

An Afternoon of Art - Eastern Technical High School (ETHS) Art Reception

Sat, May 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

An afternoon of creativity and celebration. Enjoy refreshments as we showcase the incredible work of ETHS art students and honor the dedication of their AP art students.

Nature-Based Wellness - Tools to Combat Anxiety and Stress

Sat, May 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Are you curious about the relationship between nature and your mental and physical well-being? Join us as we explore nature as an antidote to stress. Create a miniature Zen garden as you learn.

Paws to Read

Sat, May 10, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Arbutus Branch

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

Thumbs Up Yoga for Teens

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Thumbs Up Yoga presents a movement class geared for teens.

Cómo construir un puntaje e historial de crédito positivo

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Hoy en día, un crédito sólido es importante para acceder a un préstamo hipotecario, préstamos personales, alquilar un apartamento y más.

A Little Bit of Everything Author Visit and Craft

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Local author and artist Meghana Narayan shares her newly released picture book.

Cancelled

Madan Sara Screening and Q&A

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Perry Hall Branch

A screening of Etant Dupain's documentary Madan Sara, about the Haitian women whose tireless struggles help feed a nation and make its economy run. (50 minutes)

Magic for Beginners - A Workshop for Adults

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Unlock the secrets of magic in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop. Learn card tricks, rope magic and mind-reading techniques while building confidence and stage presence. No experience necessary.

Ask a Master Gardener

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Mother's Day Paper Bouquet

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Celebrate Mother's Day by crafting a lasting flower bouquet out of paper. Supplies provided.

Henna Around the World - The Geography, Art and Culture of Henna

Sun, May 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Take a tour around the world, making stops in places that have historically used henna to explore their history through the lens of this ancient art form.

Family and Friends Story Time

Mon, May 12, 9:30am - 10:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

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

Gardening for Preschoolers

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

A representative from the Master Gardeners children's division presents stories and crafts about gardening.

Family and Friends Story Time

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Smoking Cessation

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program visits our meeting room to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.

Movie Monday

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Painting and coloring supplies available.

Baby Craft Time

Mon, May 12, 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.

Family and Friends Story Time

Mon, May 12, 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

Mon, May 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Plant Parts We Eat

Mon, May 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room

Presented by a Master Gardener from the University of Maryland Extension program, this four-part gardening series focuses on the plant parts we eat.

Teen Time

Mon, May 12, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Teen Time - One-Shot Adventures

Mon, May 12, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Public Service Area

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

Teen Time

Mon, May 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch

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

Chill Time

Mon, May 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch

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

DIY Tissue Paper Flowers

Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

Spring is in the air as flowers bloom. Join us for a DIY tissue paper flowers craft. Supplies provided.

Creative Writing Workshop

Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Hone your writing skills and polish your stories. Local author Dale E. Lehman presents an exploration of fiction writing principles and techniques. Bring your ideas along to this hands-on workshop.

Cooking With Spices

Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

We "capture the flavor" and discuss the health benefits, culinary uses, history, safety and storage practices for herbs and spices.

This event is full

Crochet and Cookies

Mon, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Towson Branch - Public Service Area

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

Pajama Story Time

Mon, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Cockeysvlle Book Club

Mon, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of Where'd You Go Bernadette by Maria Semple.

Smart Money Moves for Personal Finance - Financial Education Workshops for Teens and Parents

Mon, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult

Learn practical budgeting strategies, smart saving habits and how to make informed spending decisions.

Open History Room

Tue, May 13, 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.

Recording Studio Certification

Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Family and Friends Story Time

Tue, May 13, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Be Social - Libraries for All

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Tue, May 13, 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.

Be Social - Libraries for All

Tue, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Be Artistic - Libraries for All

Tue, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to learn and create.

Family and Friends Story Time

Tue, May 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch - Children's Area

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

Lunch and Learn - Focus on the Measles Outbreak

Tue, May 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - ACE

Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing representatives provide information on the current measles outbreak.

Teen Time

Tue, May 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Teen Gaming

Tue, May 13, 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.

Recording Studio Certification

Tue, May 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Trading Card Club

Tue, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

Battle, duel and trade with your favorite collectible card games.

Teen Time

Tue, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Let's Talk Mental Health - Ending the Silence

Tue, May 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Perry Hall Branch

Learn signs of mental health issues, hear how you can manage and overcome mental health issues and get tips to help your friends and others.

Department of Health Tobacco Cessation - Information Table

Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program is staffing a table in one of our study rooms to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.

Write and Self-Publish Your First Book

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Learn how to turn your book idea into a reality. In this six-part series, author John Lim guides you through every step of writing, editing and self-publishing on Amazon KDP.

This event is full

3D Design for Beginners

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Are you familiar with 3D printing and want to learn how to design your own objects? Come take that next step and learn how to use Microsoft 3D Builder.

Admissions 101/Admisiones 101 - Higher Education/Educación superior

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Find out about resources and what to consider as you start to look at higher education options./Ven a la biblioteca para aprender sobre el proceso de admisión universitaria y los recursos disponibles.

Pikesville Chess Night

Tue, May 13, 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.

Catonsville Book Club

Tue, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell. June's book selection: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.

Stitch and Lit

Tue, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Public Service Area

Bring your fiber arts projects and chat about what you've been reading. All skill levels welcome. Please bring your own supplies.

Ageism in a Modern World - How to Understand and Respond

Tue, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

An interactive program that explores the impact of ageism and allows for sharing stories and experiences for fostering respect, equity and inclusion across generations.

Pajama Story Time

Tue, May 13, 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, May 13, 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.

Adult Craft and DIY - Upcycled Wine Cork Jewelry

Tue, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Upcycled wine cork jewelry is a unique and fun way to repurpose wine corks.

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, May 14, 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, May 14, 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.

Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun

Wed, May 14, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun

Wed, May 14, 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, May 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Books and Conversation

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch

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

Be Playful

Wed, May 14, 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.

History Room Research Hours

Wed, May 14, 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.

Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 10:15am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Be Artistic - Libraries for All

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Garden Group

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch

Connect with the community and beautify the parking lot garden beds by planting, weeding, mulching and watering.

Music and Movement - Featuring Kirsten From The Music Space

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Introduce your child to the world of music featuring Kirsten from The Music Space.

Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Meet With BCPS Birth to Five Service

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Conozca los servicios de Birth to Five de BCPS

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Pikesville Branch

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

Sensory Social

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Department of Health Harm Reduction - Information Table

Wed, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

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

CCBC SNAP - Information Table

Wed, May 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

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

A Little Bit of Everything Author Visit and Craft

Wed, May 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Local author and artist Meghana Narayan shares her newly released picture book.

Pikesville Speaker Series - Baltimore County Master Gardeners

Wed, May 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

While gardening is enjoyable, the bending, lifting and digging can become more difficult as years go by. Learn about the benefits of gardening and how to keep active and safe as you do so.

Teen Time

Wed, May 14, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Teen Time

Wed, May 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Be Creative With The American Visionary Art Museum

Wed, May 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Public Service Area

Explore creative new territory inspired by our most beloved visionary artists, their unusual art materials and their unforgettable stories.

Adult Craft and Create - Easy Embroidery

Wed, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

Sew and frame a simple design using an embroidery hoop and pattern. All skill levels welcome. Supplies provided.

Mario Kart Tournament

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Test your skills against other teens in our video game tournaments. The winner of the tournament receives a gift card. Snack provided.

Recording Studio Basics

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Learn the basics of recording at the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Pajama Story Time

Wed, May 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Pajama Story Time

Wed, May 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C

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

Truth in Advertising

Wed, May 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Learn about common deceptive marketing tactics in order to make better purchasing decisions.

Academia de Emprendedores

Wed, May 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

¡Haga realidad su negocio! Esta serie gratuita de 5 semanas le dará las herramientas y la confianza para emprender con éxito.

Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Thu, May 15, 9:30am - 10:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Thu, May 15, 9:30am - 10:00am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Totally Untidy Toddler Time

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn 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

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

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

Read Together

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room

Choose from a variety of Reading2Connect books and read along with a group or buddy.

Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pikesville Branch

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

Computers for Beginners

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 11:30am

North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab

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

Recording Studio Certification

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Family and Friends Story Time

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)

Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

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

A Little Bit of Everything Author Visit and Craft

Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Local author and artist Meghana Narayan shares her newly released picture book.

Unlocking The Keys to Home Ownership

Thu, May 15, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Representatives from NFM Lending present an informative homeownership seminar designed to guide you through the home-buying process.

Movie Time at Lansdowne Senior Center - A Haunting in Venice

Thu, May 15, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Lansdowne-Baltimore Highlands Senior Center

Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of A Haunting in Venice (2023). (PG-13; 1 hour, 43 minutes)

Understanding Small Business Financing

Thu, May 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Whether you're just starting your business or growing an existing one, there are many options for small business funding to help meet the needs of your unique situation.

Pop-Up Cinema - Heading Home: The Tale of Team Israel

Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Heading Home charts the underdog journey of Israel's national baseball team competing for the first time in the World Baseball Classic. (NR; 1 hour, 27 minutes)

Teen Time

Thu, May 15, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Thu, May 15, 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.

Recording Studio Certification

Thu, May 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Teen Time

Thu, May 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Let's Talk Mental Health - Ending the Silence

Thu, May 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Learn signs of mental health issues, hear how you can manage and overcome mental health issues and get tips to help your friends and others.

Recording Studio Open Office Hours

Thu, May 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Visit the Catonsville Recording Studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.

Gaming Hour

Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Knit and Stitch

Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Writing Group

Thu, May 15, 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.

Perry Hall Book Club

Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of Connie: A Memoir by Connie Chung.

Healthy Digital Habits - Guiding Parents in the Tech Age

Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Designed to help parents of all ages navigate the complexities of raising children in a tech-driven world.

Pajama Story Time

Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Thirsty Third Thursdays Book Club

Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Indulge as we explore sizzling romance novels while sipping chilled mocktails. Join us for a lively discussion of After Hours on Milagro Street by Angelina M. Lopez.

Books & Brews

Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Heavy Seas Taproom - Purple Lounge

Join us at the Heavy Seas Taproom and enjoy a cold beer and conversation.

Practice English at the Library

Thu, May 15, 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 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Parent and Caregiver Education With GBMC - Safe Sleep for Baby

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

GBMC staff give tips for creating a safe and encouraging sleep environment for newborns to toddlers, as well as when and how to transition toddlers from a crib to a bed.

Gamer Friday

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Fri, May 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Be Social - Libraries for All

Fri, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

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

Fri, May 16, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Movie in the Afternoon - Dog Man

Fri, May 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

It's showtime! Sit back, relax and enjoy a viewing of Dog Man, with an associated craft. (PG; 1 hour, 29 minutes)

Thumbs Up Yoga for Preschoolers

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Thumbs Up Yoga presents a movement class geared for ages 2-6.

Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

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

Meet the butcher, baker, pizza dough maker and all of the friendly people who make our neighborhoods terrific places to live every day.

The Art of Henna in Asia - Build Your Own Design Workshop

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Henna artist Chelsea Stevenson demonstrates how to create beautiful henna using fresh, natural designs. Learn how these designs are used throughout the Asian continent.

Bingo Day

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Play bingo and win prizes. Supplies provided. Space is limited. This program is held in conjunction with the children's program Build Mr. Potato Head and Family.

Build Mr. Potato Head and Family

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch

Build and play with Mr. Potato Head and his family. Supplies provided. This program is held in conjunction with the adult program Bingo Day.

Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

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

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

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

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

Owings Mills Health Fair

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

Local health and wellness businesses promote their services and government agencies provide resources and expert advice.

Recording Studio Certification

Fri, May 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Teen Time

Fri, May 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Camping With Kids

Fri, May 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Learn tips and ticks to make your family camping trip fun for everyone. We have fun activities to get your whole family excited for outdoor excitement.

Practice English at the Library

Sat, May 17, 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.

Practice English at the Library

Sat, May 17, 9:30am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch

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

Community Shred Day

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Arbutus 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.

Growing Vegetables in Containers

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

All you need to know about containers: types of containers, fertilizers, compost, types of soilless mixes, watering, how to plant, what to plant and how to maximize your harvest.

Practice English at the Library

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

History Room Research Hours

Sat, May 17, 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.

Ask a Master Gardener

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Cockeysville Branch

A gardener from the Master Gardener Program at the University of Maryland Extension answers your questions and offers gardening tips and resources.

Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Meet the butcher, baker, pizza dough maker and all of the friendly people who make our neighborhoods terrific places to live every day.

Grow With Me

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Decorate a pot and plant a plant to take home. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

LEGO Fun

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

Early Explorers

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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.

Thumbs Up Yoga for Families

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Thumbs Up Yoga presents a family partner movement class.

LEGO Fun

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

Practice English at the Library

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

New venue North Point Branch - Study Room 1

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

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Sat, May 17, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Players of all skill levels welcome. Bring your own character sheet or use one of our pre-generated ones. Learn how to play and win free dice, plus other game materials.

Thumbs Up Yoga for Teens

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Thumbs Up Yoga presents a movement class geared for teens.

Professor Mike's Science and Magic Show

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Professor Mike explores the wonders of science through the lens of magic and juggling.

Create Kawaii Characters - Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by learning how to draw kawaii characters.

Creativi-TEA - Crafting Tea Party

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Come ready to relax and let your creativity flow with an easy craft while enjoying a cup of tea from a local Black-owned business. Tea, cookies and art supplies provided.

LEGO Fun

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

Shibori - Japanese Fabric Art

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Learn the art of shibori, the technique of folding cloth and dyeing it with natural indigo. Instructions are only provided at the start of the program.

Unplug and Unwind - Board Game Hour

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room C

Meet new people and play card and board games together. Games and snacks provided, though you are welcome to bring your favorite games to share.

Comics Swap

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Public Service Area

Finished reading all of your comics, but don't want to recycle them?

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Get Your Poetry On

Sat, May 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Hereford Branch

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

Paws to Read

Sat, May 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Public Service Area

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

Chess Club for Kids

Sat, May 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Bibliotastic Book Fair

Sat, May 17, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room,Children's Area,History Room

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. Free; tickets available through Eventbrite.

Family and Friends Story Time

Mon, May 19, 9:30am - 10:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun

Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Movie Monday

Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Painting and coloring supplies available.

Be Social - Libraries for All

Mon, May 19, 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.

Family and Friends Story Time

Mon, May 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Be Social - Libraries for All

Mon, May 19, 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.

Family and Friends Story Time

Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Emerging Infectious Disease Unit

Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 3:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

The Emerging Infectious Disease Unit provides referrals to resources and services for known diseases through the Health Department.

Thumbs Up Yoga for Preschoolers

Mon, May 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Thumbs Up Yoga presents a movement class geared for ages 2-6.

Teen Time

Mon, May 19, 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

Mon, May 19, 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, May 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine

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

Knitting and Crochet Supply Swap

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Bring your clean untangled yarn and knitting and crochet supplies to swap. Stop by and pick up some new yarn and inspirations for your next project.

Queer Film Alliance - Straight Up

Mon, May 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Join us each month as we watch and discuss films celebrating the LGBTQ+ experience. (NR; 1 hour, 35 minutes)

Growing Vegetables in Containers

Mon, May 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

All you need to know about containers: types of containers, fertilizers, compost, types of soilless mixes, watering, how to plant, what to plant and how to maximize your harvest.

Knitting Night

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

A night of conversation and needlework with other knitters and stitchers. This meetup is held in the magazine reading area.

Cooking With Spices

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

We "capture the flavor" and discuss the health benefits, culinary uses, history, safety and storage practices for herbs and spices.

Movie Monday - Finding Kukan

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month by watching Finding Kukan, a documentary about a Chinese American documentary maker from the 1940s. Light refreshments provided.

Small Business Funding Opportunities

Mon, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Learn about small business funding options from both traditional and nontraditional lenders.

Maker Monday

Mon, May 19, 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.

Pajama Story Time

Mon, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Paint Night

Mon, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Learn how to paint your own masterpiece step by step. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Smart Money Moves for Personal Finance - Financial Education Workshops for Teens and Parents

Mon, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult

Learn practical budgeting strategies, smart saving habits and how to make informed spending decisions.

Open History Room

Tue, May 20, 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.

Stories and More - A Story and Craft Hour

Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 10:45am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for a story and craft hour. This month: The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein.

Truth in Advertising

Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Discover the ways advertisements try to fool you so that you can make better purchasing decisions.

Master Gardener Q&A

Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Randallstown 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.

Parkville-Carney Book Club

Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor

Join us for a lively discussion of The Secret Chord by Geraldine Brooks.

Be Social - Libraries for All

Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Randallstown Branch - Randallstown 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.

Recording Studio Certification

Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Family and Friends Story Time

Tue, May 20, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Tue, May 20, 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.

Family and Friends Story Time

Tue, May 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch - Children's Area

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

Homeschool Meetup

Tue, May 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Connect with fellow homeschool families in this freeform program designed to promote community and information sharing.

Prologue, Inc. Homeless Outreach Program - Information Table

Tue, May 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

Are you or someone you know experiencing homelessness in Baltimore County? Meet with a social worker from Prologue, Inc. and develop a plan to remove barriers toward housing.

Armchair Tourism

Tue, May 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Experience another country's culture, food and history without leaving your hometown. Each month, we explore a documentary that takes us to new places.

Teen Time

Tue, May 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Teen Gaming

Tue, May 20, 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.

Recording Studio Certification

Tue, May 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Trading Card Club

Tue, May 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 4

Battle, duel and trade with your favorite collectible card games.

Taste Test Throwdown

Tue, May 20, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Taste test, rank and guess the flavor of popular snacks.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 2

Bring your questions to a one-on-one appointment to discuss your current financial situation and goals with certified personal finance coach Kathy Evans, founder of Higher Goals Learning.

This event is full

Smoking Cessation

Tue, May 20, 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, May 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Tue, May 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 2

Bring your questions to a one-on-one appointment to discuss your current financial situation and goals with certified personal finance coach Kathy Evans, founder of Higher Goals Learning.

This event is full

Be Social - Libraries for All

Tue, May 20, 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.

Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners

Tue, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

A beginners-level D&D campaign. Bring your own Level 2 character; pre-generated character sheets are available. Materials provided.

Anime Club for Teens

Tue, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Write and Self-Publish Your First Book

Tue, May 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Learn how to turn your book idea into a reality. In this six-part series, author John Lim guides you through every step of writing, editing and self-publishing on Amazon KDP.

This event is full

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Tue, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 2

Bring your questions to a one-on-one appointment to discuss your current financial situation and goals with certified personal finance coach Kathy Evans, founder of Higher Goals Learning.

This event is full

Silent Book Club

Tue, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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.

Third Tuesday Poker Club

Tue, May 20, 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. Participants should come knowing game basics. Observers welcome.

LEGO Challenge - Brick Bazaar: Color Your World

Tue, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch

We're transforming our meeting room into a vibrant fairground of LEGO stations. Each station is designed to spark imagination, celebrate self-expression and explore the art of building.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, May 20, 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, May 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Public Computers

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

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Tue, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 2

Bring your questions to a one-on-one appointment to discuss your current financial situation and goals with certified personal finance coach Kathy Evans, founder of Higher Goals Learning.

This event is full

Workforce Development - Drop-In Job Help

Wed, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 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.

Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun

Wed, May 21, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun

Wed, May 21, 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, May 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun

Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

History Room Research Hours

Wed, May 21, 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.

Baltimore County Mobile Health Unit - Information Table

Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Visit the Baltimore County Department of Health Mobile Truck for Narcan training, HIV and hepatitis C testing, syringe exchange, information about emerging infectious diseases and more.

Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun

Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Be Artistic - Libraries for All

Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

BiblioBOP

Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Toddler Story Time: Wiggles and Fun

Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Build With US

Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Bring your creativity and build with different materials.

Family and Friends Story Time

Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Books and Conversation

Wed, May 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Share your comments about a book or two that you enjoyed and leave with some great suggestions of other books you may like to read.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Wed, May 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Public Service Area

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

Lawyers in the Library - Maryland Legal Aid

Wed, May 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Maryland Legal Aid lawyers are on hand to offer free legal advice for eligible individuals.

Be Social - Libraries for All

Wed, May 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Loch Raven Branch

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

Pikesville Speaker Series - Maryland Public Television

Wed, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Lia Özizmirli from Maryland Public Television's Maryland Center for Media Literacy and Education presents an engaging program about how to identify misinformation in today's world.

Teen Time

Wed, May 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 Time

Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Q&A With the Small Business Administration - You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers

Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Drop in and learn how the Small Business Administration's (SBA) counseling, training, financing and government contracting programs can help you start, grow, expand or recover your small business.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Wed, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Arbutus Branch

Bring your questions to a one-on-one appointment to discuss your current financial situation and goals with certified personal finance coach Kathy Evans, founder of Higher Goals Learning.

This event is full

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Wed, May 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Arbutus Branch

Bring your questions to a one-on-one appointment to discuss your current financial situation and goals with certified personal finance coach Kathy Evans, founder of Higher Goals Learning.

This event is full

Free Professional Headshots

Wed, May 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Get your photo taken for free by a professional photographer from Side A Photography.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Wed, May 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Arbutus Branch

Bring your questions to a one-on-one appointment to discuss your current financial situation and goals with certified personal finance coach Kathy Evans, founder of Higher Goals Learning.

This event is full

Paws to Read

Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Public Service Area

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

Family Craft Night - Create Kawaii Characters

Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

A fun way to celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month is to recognize the significant impact of Asian culture on American culture by learning how to draw kawaii characters! ^.^

Sit and Stitch Meetup

Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Share your love of traditional needle arts or be introduced to something new. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome to bring their projects to this learning and sharing evening.

Board Game Night

Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Come for a relaxing night of board gaming. We have chess, Scrabble, Uno and a variety of other games on hand.

Recording Studio Basics

Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Learn the basics of recording at the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Pajama Story Time

Wed, May 21, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C

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

Academia de Emprendedores

Wed, May 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

¡Haga realidad su negocio! Esta serie gratuita de 5 semanas le dará las herramientas y la confianza para emprender con éxito.

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Wed, May 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch

Bring your questions to a one-on-one appointment to discuss your current financial situation and goals with certified personal finance coach Kathy Evans, founder of Higher Goals Learning.

This event is full

Be Crafty - Terrazzo Vases

Wed, May 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Explore your creative side with a guided craft or DIY project. Supplies provided. Space is limited.

Music Meetup

Wed, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult

Calling all music lovers. Join us for a lively discussion about the songs we love.

Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Thu, May 22, 9:30am - 10:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

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

Infant Story Time: Babies and Books

Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pikesville Branch

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

Recording Studio Certification

Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Family and Friends Story Time

Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Meditative Coloring for Mindfulness

Thu, May 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Take time out of your stressful day to relax through meditative coloring. We provide the music, art supplies and coloring sheets; you provide the creativity in a peaceful environment.

Be Social - Libraries for All

Thu, May 22, 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.

Teen Time

Thu, May 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.

Recording Studio Certification

Thu, May 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Taste Test Throwdown

Thu, May 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Public Service Area

Taste test, rank and guess the flavor of popular snacks.

Teen Time

Thu, May 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Teen Gaming Tournament - Super Smash Bros.

Thu, May 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Bring your friends, make new ones and compete for prizes and the title of Essex's best Super Smash Bros. player. Newcomers and veterans alike are welcome. Snacks and refreshments provided.

Let's Talk Mental Health - Ending the Silence

Thu, May 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch

Learn signs of mental health issues, hear how you can manage and overcome mental health issues and get tips to help your friends and others.

Smoking Cessation

Thu, May 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Reisterstown Branch

The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program visits our meeting room to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.

Truth in Advertising

Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Discover the ways advertisements try to fool you so that you can make better purchasing decisions.

Knit and Stitch

Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Computers for Beginners - Navigating Windows

Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale 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.

Towson Book Club

Thu, May 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Join us for a lively discussion of The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray.

Trivia Night

Thu, May 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B

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

Agatha Christie Book Club

Thu, May 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of The Hollow by the queen of English mysteries.

The Art of Eastern Storytelling With Henry Lien

Thu, May 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Henry Lien, author of Spring, Summer, Asteroid, Bird, discusses how story structure and value systems develop in Eastern stories, and how they differ from storytelling in the West.

Practice English at the Library

Thu, May 22, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

BiblioBOP

Fri, May 23, 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.

Totally Untidy Toddler Time

Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses. A change of clothes is recommended.

Fingerpainting

Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Gamer Friday

Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Fri, May 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

Meet With BCPS Birth to Five Services

Fri, May 23, 10:30am - 10:50am

Hereford Branch - Public Service Area

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

Conozca los servicios de Birth to Five de BCPS

Fri, May 23, 10:30am - 10:50am

Hereford Branch

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

Family and Friends Story Time

Fri, May 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Meet With BCPS Birth to Five Services

Fri, May 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Hereford Branch - Public Service Area

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

Conozca los servicios de Birth to Five de BCPS

Fri, May 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Hereford Branch

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

Teen Time

Fri, May 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.

Hands-on Computer Learning Hour

Fri, May 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Essex Branch - Public Computers

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

Recording Studio Certification

Fri, May 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Teen Time

Fri, May 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Teen After Hours - Big Top Bash

Fri, May 23, 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.

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