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Nancy Tandon
Saturday, April 26
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Meet the Author
Meet the author of The Way I Say It, which is featured in our Battle of the Books competition.
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Cockeysville Branch
Cockeysville Meeting RoomMeet the author of The Way I Say It, which is featured in our Battle of the Books competition.
Join us for an engaging conversation as she shares the inspiration behind her book, insights into her writing process, a glimpse into her life, current projects and what’s next. Q&A session to follow. Book sales and signings available afterward.
AGE GROUP: | Tween (12-13 years) | Teen (14-17 years) | Late Elementary (9-11 years) | Early Elementary (6 to 8 years) | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Authors and Speakers |
Cockeysville Branch
Phone: 410-887-7750
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Closed
We're closed Monday May 25 due to CLOSED for Memorial Day
We're closed Sunday May 31 due to CLOSED - No Sunday Hours
| Mon, May 25 | Closed |
| (CLOSED for Memorial Day) | |
| Tue, May 26 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, May 27 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, May 28 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, May 29 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, May 30 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, May 31 | Closed |
| (CLOSED - No Sunday Hours) | |
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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
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Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Learn how to create a basic presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch
Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's past, research your family history or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 2:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Drop in and bring your questions to meet with an adviser from Baltimore County's Department of Economic and Workforce Development.
Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Tue, May 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, May 26, 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.
Tue, May 26, 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.
Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area,Study Room C
The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program is staffing a table on the public floor to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.
Tue, May 26, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Volunteers from the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) are on hand to assist you with the voter registration process and answer any questions.
Tue, May 26, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Tue, May 26, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop in for gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.
Tue, May 26, 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.
Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program is staffing a table in one of our study rooms to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.
Tue, May 26, 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.
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Create a piece of art you can take home. Materials provided.
Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Unruly by David Mitchell.
Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Engineer a vehicle from LEGO bricks that is light and stable enough to be powered by a balloon and then test out your vehicle's speed on the racetrack.
Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Wed, May 27, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, May 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Wed, May 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play stations as your child builds communication, early learning and reading skills.
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, May 27, 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.
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cancelled
Wed, May 27, 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.
Wed, May 27, 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.
Cancelled
Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch
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.
Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games and more.
Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Enjoy fun activities and music while making friends.
Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Save lives and show your support by donating blood. Your blood donation can save up to three lives. Contact the branch or Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS to make an appointment.
Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, May 27, 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.
Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Wed, May 27, 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.
Wed, May 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
Receive free training in recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using Narcan. This is a drop-in training.
Wed, May 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Build your coping skills and discover healthy outlets for your emotions while having fun, playing games and enjoying activities.
Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Bring your smartphone, iPad or Kindle and get an introduction to Libby. This hands-on class is perfect for those who want to know more about ebooks and digital audiobooks.
Wed, May 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.
Wed, May 27, 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.
Cancelled
Wed, May 27, 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.
Wed, May 27, 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.
Wed, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
We discuss the graphic novel Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business adapted by Colleen AF Venable and illustrated by Honie Beam.
Wed, May 27, 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
Wed, May 27, 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.
Wed, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Wed, May 27, 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.
Thu, May 28, 9:30am - 10:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
Local health and wellness businesses promote their services and government agencies provide resources and expert advice. Discover ways to stay active and informed.
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown 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.
Thu, May 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
This interactive program features the performance of both traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms of taiko.
Thu, May 28, 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.
Thu, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, May 28, 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.
Thu, May 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab
Join other homeschooling families in a space to swap materials and resources, network, and socialize. Craft for Mental Health Awareness Month provided for students.
Thu, May 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.
Thu, May 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
Celebrate your day off with free cotton candy, crafts and kid-friendly activities. Get a first look at the bookmobile, which visits the North Point Branch every Tuesday and Thursday all summer long.
Thu, May 28, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
The Baltimore County Department of Health is offering free, on-the-spot opioid overdose response training on recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using intranasal naloxone.
Thu, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room
This upbeat, dynamic program features fun and amazing basketball skills while teaching the importance of education, respect, goal setting, determination and perseverance.
Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
This interactive program features the performance of both traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms of taiko.
Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
The only rule is that there are no rules when it comes to bad art. Create your very own terrible, no good, very bad disaster piece.
Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Build your own paper city by decorating and assembling our pre-printed cityscapes. Then roll our storytelling dice to create a fun and imaginative tale about your city.
Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A
Practice your stretches, learn new breathing techniques and create crafts to explore relaxation strategies for little ones.
Thu, May 28, 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.
Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Transform ordinary rocks into fun companions using your imagination and art supplies. Design your pet rock and their house to receive an adoption certificate for your new friend.
Thu, May 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Essex Branch
Bring your friends, make some new ones and hang out in our teen area. Play Super Smash Bros. and compete to win prizes.
Cancelled
Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Thu, May 28, 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.
Thu, May 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, May 28, 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.
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Learn the basics of photography and then try them out. Materials provided.
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Thu, May 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Chamber: A Novel by Will Dean.
Thu, May 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Have fun and compete with other trivia fans.
Thu, May 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
This hands-on training demonstrates three quick lifesaving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.
Thu, May 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Even over a century later, the story of the fire that destroyed the heart of Baltimore and the city's remarkable recovery makes for one of the truly dramatic chapters in American history.
Thu, May 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Learn computer science in this beginner-friendly programming activity as you try to get a robotic mouse to follow your instructions.
Thu, May 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
A roundtable discussion about songwriting led by Recording Studio Specialist Chris Freeland.
Fri, May 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, May 29, 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.
Fri, May 29, 10:00am - 10:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Chop, measure and mix as we make a delicious carrot salad. All ingredients are kosher. Limited space available; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Fri, May 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, May 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
A multifaceted program geared toward kinesthetic learning.
Fri, May 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, May 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, May 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, May 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm
North Point Branch - Public Service Area
Get a first look at the bookmobile, which visits the North Point Branch every Tuesday and Thursday all summer long while the branch is closed for HVAC replacement.
Fri, May 29, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Come in and connect with a DMC Empowering Health Services representative. They are offering free information and referrals surrounding mental health and substance abuse services and resources.
Fri, May 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.
Fri, May 29, 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.
Fri, May 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Sat, May 30, 9:00am - 10:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, May 30, 9:30am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, May 30, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Welcome to the Towson Ren Faire! Get knighted by our queen at our Knighting Ceremony. Then prove your mettle in our Knight's Tournament to become a knight of Libraria.
Sat, May 30, 9:30am - 10:30am
White Marsh Branch - Study Room 1
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Laugh, learn and move as you play parachute games that help build coordination, teamwork and listening skills.
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 2:00pm
White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area
Come meet adoptable cats and kittens with Maryland SPCA's Adoption RV. Take a new friend home today!
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Lashanta Jones, owner of the candle making company Patisserie Aromas, shows you how to make a soothing lavender candle.
This event is full
Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Enjoy a morning of music with the Ken & Brad Kolodner Trio, playing a selectin of old-time, bluegrass and American roots music on hammered dulcimer and clawhammer banjo.
Sat, May 30, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Get your picture taken for free by a professional photographer from Wyman J Productions.
Sat, May 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a cat foster parent? Come learn the basics with MDSPCA, featuring bottle-fed baby kittens for demonstration.
Sat, May 30, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
This workshop, hosted in the branch's recording studio, teaches you how to structure your story, conduct compelling interviews and produce the resulting audio for clear storytelling and good sound.
This event is full
Sat, May 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Enjoy a medieval-inspired crafternoon. Drop in to create a family crest, princess paper hat and more. Supplies are limited, so come early.
Sat, May 30, 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
This workshop, hosted in the branch's recording studio, teaches you how to structure your story, conduct compelling interviews and produce the resulting audio for clear storytelling and good sound.
This event is full
Sat, May 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Hannah Montana and High School Musical by revisiting your favorite Disney Channel songs and shows from the '90s and 2000s.
Sat, May 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Build the tallest or the longest marble run.
Sat, May 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Engage your pet with this enrichment-filled toy. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Sat, May 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Lawrence Lanahan talks about Rearranged, a documentary podcast he produces and hosts about the musical decision-making behind the orchestration of great songs and compositions.
Sat, May 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Carlotta Cerrato's artist talk, "Layers: Works on Paper and Mixed Media," challenges boundaries, sparks conversation and celebrates the fearless spirit in art and in life.
Mon, Jun 01, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Conference Room
Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses.
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Adults with physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities along with caregivers are welcome to join us for hands-on activities, including crafts and art projects, for all skill levels.
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Painting and coloring supplies available.
Mon, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Mon, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Mon, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Mon, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
It's never too early to get started in the kitchen. Beat the heat with a frozen treat recipe. Supplies are limited; first come, first served. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Mon, Jun 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Jun 01, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Mon, Jun 01, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Public Service Area
Join us Mondays for a relaxed afternoon of crafting in the study area. Supplies provided.
Mon, Jun 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Mon, Jun 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Mon, Jun 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Just chill. Come to the Teen Room for a snack and a low-key activity like Uno, Jenga or button making.
Mon, Jun 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
A lively and inclusive discussion of Rachel Reid's Game Changers series, the steamy, heartfelt hockey romances that inspired the new show Heated Rivalry.
Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Learn about Microsoft Word and how to use it. Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required; experience with computers strongly encourage. Limited space available; first come, first served.
Mon, Jun 01, 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.
Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Help us prepare for Summer Reading by decorating the branch. Snacks provided. Teens earn service-learning hours for participating.
Mon, Jun 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Share your writing with like-minded people and improve your craft. Writers of all levels are welcome, whether exploring the world of writing or looking for feedback on a draft of their work.
Mon, Jun 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
A conversation with author/educator Kate McElderry and psychotherapist Jessica P. Eyring, LGPC.
Mon, Jun 01, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Tue, Jun 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch
Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's past, research your family history, or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 10:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Learn about an artist or art style and then try it out for yourself. Supplies provided.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Catonsville 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.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
Learn about the YMCA Head Start program that provides free early childhood education and family support services to help young children learn, grow and get ready for school.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jun 02, 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.
Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday to develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Brain health expert Dr. David Ajibade presents practical advice on combating dementia and Alzheimer's. He emphasizes nutrition, lifestyle changes and understanding the brain's defense system.
Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 1
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.
Tue, Jun 02, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Tue, Jun 02, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop in for gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.
Tue, Jun 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
Tue, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Tue, Jun 02, 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.
Tue, Jun 02, 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.
Tue, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Bring a project or start a new one. Whether you've been knitting or crocheting for years or have never picked up a needle or hook, stop by for refreshments and chat with fellow fiber arts enthusiasts.
Tue, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Earn service-learning hours at the library after school. Help us make decorations for the Summer Reading Challenge to be displayed around the branch.
Tue, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Understand the responsibilities that go along with taking care of someone else's finances as a caregiver.
Tue, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell.
Tue, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch
Using postcards, steamboat and train schedules, resort brochures, and photos, this program explores how Marylanders from diverse racial and social backgrounds began to take breaks from work routines.
Tue, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Celebrate Pride with Pandora Boxx. The fan-favorite from RuPaul's Drag Race brings her signature campy humor and big personality for a night of comedy and conversation.
Tue, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Wed, Jun 03, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jun 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Wed, Jun 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:15am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time.
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus 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.
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 10:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Little train engineers can build tracks, let their imaginations take the lead and send our wooden trains on an adventure.
Wed, Jun 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Wed, Jun 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Essex Branch
Connect with an intimate partner violence (IPV) advocate, community resource specialist or job developer in our drop-in center.
Wed, Jun 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Public Service Area
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC who can help you find resources and services, answer your questions and assist you with enrolling in SNAP.
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Public Service Area
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Not sure what to pick up next? Feeling desperate? Pikesville Branch librarians share the season's best-rated books and help you build your to-be-read list.
Wed, Jun 03, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Wed, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Cancelled
Wed, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
North Point Branch
Working with individuals, families and communities to interrupt and prevent cycles of violence in relationships. All are welcome.
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Join fans of the Pokémon video game, card game and TV show for socializing, card trading, competitions and crafts. You are welcome to bring your own Switch and controller.
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio and learn the basics of recording.
Wed, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson.
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Wed, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Wed, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Trying to get into reading or don't know what to read next? Our book club discusses trending books and shares our favorite finds. Come with a recommendation, leave with inspiration for your TBR list.
Wed, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Celebrate the joy that comes from living your most authentic life with books featuring LGBTQ+ characters, plus a craft. Join us for a lively discussion of Upright Women Wanted by Sarah Gailey.
Thu, Jun 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Sollers Point Branch
Caregivers, join us for a well-deserved break with coffee, treats and meaningful conversation in a supportive and relaxed setting.
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown 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.
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
Thu, Jun 04, 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.
Thu, Jun 04, 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.
Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jun 04, 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.
Thu, Jun 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday to develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
This intimate documentary follows Lightfoot's evolution from choirboy in rural Canada to troubled troubadour to international star. (NR; 1 hour, 30 minutes)
Thu, Jun 04, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Thu, Jun 04, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Teens may earn service-learning hours while assembling care kits for newborns at GBMC.
Thu, Jun 04, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Hang out -- bring your friends or meet new ones.
Thu, Jun 04, 2:45pm - 4:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Play VR games with us on PlayStation 4.
Thu, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Thu, Jun 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Essex Branch
Teens are welcome to join us for video games, pizza, snacks, crafts and more in our hangout space.
Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Conference Room
Earn service-learning hours at the library after school. Help us make decorations for the Summer Reading Challenge to be hung around the branch.
Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Have fun creating your own style of art. Supplies provided.
Thu, Jun 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Thu, Jun 04, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Hang out and battle your friends on Nintendo Switch. For ages 9 and up.
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Make your own pressed flower pictures. Supplies provided.
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Experience a new way to journal with found and recycled materials to collect and record your memories, thoughts and ideas. Materials are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Thu, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Have fun and compete to win prizes with other trivia aficionados. Individuals and teams welcome. A limit of four people per team. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library.
Thu, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Locust Hops Farm Brewery
Join us for lively conversation in a relaxed, friendly setting as we share our favorite books and latest reads.
Thu, Jun 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Join a Certified Zentangle® Teacher and learn to use this step-by-step method to create something unexpected and creative.
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books. Offered in partnership with the Friends of the Perry Hall Library.
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Adults with physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities along with caregivers are welcome to join us for hands-on activities, including crafts and art projects, for all skill levels.
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Fingerpaint some fossils to help decorate the branch for the Summer Reading Challenge. Dress for a mess.
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Jun 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Jun 05, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Connect with a DMC Empowering Health Services representative. They offer free information and referrals surrounding mental health and substance abuse services in addition to resources.
Fri, Jun 05, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Fri, Jun 05, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Do your homework with your friends in a relaxed, quiet environment; receive tutoring from your peers; or earn service-learning hours by tutoring your peers.
Fri, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Fri, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Sat, Jun 06, 9:00am - 10:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Jun 06, 9:30am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Jun 06, 9:30am - 10:30am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Connect with the community and beautify the parking lot garden beds by planting, weeding, mulching and watering.
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Craft your vehicle for the Dino Drive-in Theatre.
Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Get together with other Pokémon enthusiasts for games, crafts and activities.
Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Offsite
Join us at the Glenn L Martin Maryland Aviation Museum where we will share books about flying and participate in a guided tour of the museum and grounds.
Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Create a colorful rainbow collage to celebrate Pride Month. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Learn the art of paper quilling in this hands-on workshop. Explore basic quilling techniques using paper strips to create a pendant. Materials provided.
Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Enjoy free family fun including face painting, balloon animals, live music and giveaways. Register for Summer Reading Challenge, get a free book and earn prizes all summer long.
Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
Celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Challenge by decorating our sidewalks with your own chalk design.
Sat, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Children's Area
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to one of our therapy dogs.
Sat, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Celebrate Pride Month with stories from several LGBTQ+ community spaces in the area.
Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Learn tips and tools to help navigate end-of-life financial decisions for an aging parent or other loved one from a certified financial planner.
Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Let's make things together. Participate in a cool STEAM activity. Supplies provided.
Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Explore the origins and evolution of popular music forms that originated in the African American community.
Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Enjoy an afternoon of music with a singer from Opera Baltimore who provides an intimate, voice-driven theatrical experience that blends powerful live singing with dramatic storytelling.
Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Create a colorful rainbow with buttons to celebrate Pride Month.
Sat, Jun 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Explore music production foundations with our Recording Studio Specialist.
Sat, Jun 06, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Register your shy or reluctant reader to read to a lovable pet from Pets on Wheels. They are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.
Sat, Jun 06, 3:45pm - 4:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Register your shy or reluctant reader to read to a lovable pet from Pets on Wheels. They are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.
Sat, Jun 06, 4:00pm - 4:15pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Register your shy or reluctant reader to read to a lovable pet from Pets on Wheels. They are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.
Sat, Jun 06, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Register your shy or reluctant reader to read to a lovable pet from Pets on Wheels. They are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.
Mon, Jun 08, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses.
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Painting and coloring supplies available.
Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Join us for open-ended art projects as your little one explores different art materials in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Dress for a mess.
Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Enjoy a movement-themed story time with songs, music and activities meant to get your preschooler moving.
Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Jun 08, 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.
Mon, Jun 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.
Mon, Jun 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Public Service Area
Join us Mondays for a relaxed afternoon of crafting in the study area. Supplies provided.
Mon, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out at the branch every weekday after school for games, crafts and more.
Mon, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Help us celebrate the beginning of Summer Reading 2026: "Unearth a Story" with a special extended Monday Crafternoon and scavenger hunt.
Mon, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Mon, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Just chill. Come to the Teen Room for a snack and a low-key activity like Uno, Jenga or button making.
Mon, Jun 08, 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.
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Mon, Jun 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Public Service Area
Crochet in a relaxed setting with other fans of the fiber arts at this drop-in event. Bring your projects and learn from each other. Individual instruction not available. Light snacks provided.
Mon, Jun 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Local hairstylist Danielle Fischer discusses her book and how standing behind the chair has shaped her reflections on humor, honesty and everyday human connection.
Mon, Jun 08, 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.
Mon, Jun 08, 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.
Mon, Jun 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune.
Tue, Jun 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch
Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's past, research your family history, or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room
Pop bubbles, dance, sing, laugh, use your imagination and connect with the coolest dinosaurs that have ever walked this planet.
Tue, Jun 09, 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.
Tue, Jun 09, 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.
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to learn and create.
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday to develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jun 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Tue, Jun 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop in for gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.
Tue, Jun 09, 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.
Tue, Jun 09, 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.
Cancelled
Tue, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Perry Hall Branch
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.
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
In this introductory class for new adults ages 18-25, create something uniquely yours on the Glowforge 3D laser printer.
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us on the second Tuesday of every month. Players of all skill levels welcome. Space is limited; players are assigned to a match on a first-come, first-served basis.
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Learn about Portuguese culture and paint a ceramic coaster inspired by azulejos, which are Portuguese ceramic tiles. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Tue, Jun 09, 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.
Tue, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Indulge in a rousing discussion of Time Loops & Meet Cutes by Jackie Lau and enjoy a themed mocktail.
Tue, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Decorate a pot and plant a houseplant in it to take home. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Tue, Jun 09, 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.
Tue, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Build LEGO creations from random prompts before time runs out.
Tue, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Spy Coast by Tess Gerritsen. July's selection is Night Will Find You by Julia Heaberlin.
Tue, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
A pleasant time to meet others, enjoy playing bingo and, for the lucky winners, prizes.
Tue, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Tue, Jun 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
A ghostwriter steps inside a survivor's fortress and finds a murder that shouldn't be possible in this sharp, twist-filled mystery set on a locked-down Utah estate.