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Captivating Creatures
Friday, April 18
2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Captivating Creatures
Adventure in Fun presents a fun, family animal show
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Essex Branch
Essex Meeting RoomAdventure in Fun presents a fun, family animal show
Get an up-close look at amazing animals in this fun, hands-on experience. Meet reptiles, snakes, ferrets and more while discovering the science behind their unique traits. Learn about their habitats, behaviors and cool adaptations through interactive demonstrations and fun facts.
AGE GROUP: | Tween (12-13 years) | Teen (14-17 years) | Preschool (3 to 5 years) | Late Elementary (9-11 years) | Early Elementary (6 to 8 years) | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Performances and Receptions |
TAGS: | Spring Break |
Essex Branch
Phone: 410-887-0295
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We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM
We're closed Friday July 03
We're closed Saturday July 04 due to CLOSED for Independance Day
| Mon, Jun 29 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Jun 30 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Jul 01 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Jul 02 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Jul 03 | Closed |
| Sat, Jul 04 | Closed |
| (CLOSED for Independance Day) | |
| Sun, Jul 05 | Closed |
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- 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.
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Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Hereford Branch - Public Service Area
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Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
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Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
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Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio and learn the basics of recording.
This event is full
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Celebrate Maryland's 250th anniversary by creating sparkling star-shaped diamond art magnets in red, white and blue.
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Come out for a relaxing night of board games. We have chess, Scrabble, Uno and many other games for all ages and skill levels on hand.
Wed, Jul 08, 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.
Wed, Jul 08, 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, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Celebrate Maryland's 250th anniversary by creating sparkling star-shaped diamond art magnets in red, white and blue.
Thu, Jul 09, 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, Jul 09, 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, Jul 09, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area,Study Room C
Drop in and bring your questions to meet with an adviser from Baltimore County's Department of Economic and Workforce Development.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 09, 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, Jul 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.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Public Service Area
Apply for jobs or get job-related assistance on the Mobile Career Center from the Baltimore County Department of Economics and Workforce Development. No appointment necessary.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Jalapeno's Market
Join us at Jalapeños Market as we encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Discover what kinds of animals live in Maryland and what their roles in our ecosystem are. Get an up-close encounter with some of Marshy Point's animal ambassadors to find out.
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Thu, Jul 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.
Thu, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Join us on Thursdays for LEGO brick building after lunch. We can't wait to see what you'll create!
Thu, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
We travel from outer space inward to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible.
Thu, Jul 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for a fun, relaxed afternoon of crafting. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Thu, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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.
Thu, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Essex Branch
Enjoy a chill social hour in our teen space with snacks, board games, video games and more provided for free by us.
Thu, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Bring your own supplies and work on personal crochet projects in a relaxed, community setting at this self-directed crochet time.
Thu, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Make your own Jurassic snow globe. Materials provided.
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time followed by play time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Cancelled
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Thu, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
Thu, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
Join us for a lively discussion of Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten.
Thu, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Thu, Jul 09, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Celebrate Maryland's 250th anniversary by creating sparkling star-shaped diamond art magnets in red, white and blue.
Fri, Jul 10, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Bring yarn to swap for new-to-you yarn. This drop-in event runs from open to close.
Fri, Jul 10, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville 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.
Fri, Jul 10, 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, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Jul 10, 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, Jul 10, 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.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services. Registration and consent form required.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Meet the animals and staff from the Maryland State Fair. Learn what happens at the largest agricultural celebration in Maryland and why it is a great time for the whole family.
Fri, Jul 10, 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, Jul 10, 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, Jul 10, 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, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. Please bring a yoga mat.
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Meet live reptile ambassadors, including Red our velociraptor, and experience dino-sized excitement the whole family will love. Roars highly encouraged.
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for games, crafts and dinosaur trivia to celebrate reaching the halfway point of our Summer Reading Challenge. It will be a roaring good time!
Fri, Jul 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Explore gentle self-care using traditional Chinese medicine and essential oils to support mental clarity, relaxation and overall mind-body well-being.
Fri, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Grab some friends and earn service-learning hours by picking up trash at Hillcrest Park. Weather permitting. Supplies provided. When we finish, celebrate your hard work with free pizza and drinks.
Sat, Jul 11, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Towson Branch
Grab a book bundle and beat summer boredom.
Sat, Jul 11, 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, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Learn basic machine sewing techniques as you make an apron.
This event is full
Sat, Jul 11, 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, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Learn basic vinyasa yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. Please bring a yoga mat.
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Engage in hands-on discovery where professional music educators from The Music Space provide various musical instruments to explore in a fun, supportive environment.
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:20am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Children and parents discover there's a world of music waiting to be uncovered as we sing, play, create and dance along to this live, interactive, music performance.
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hillcrest Park
Meet the animals and staff from the Maryland State Fair. Learn what happens at the largest agricultural celebration in Maryland and why it is a great time for the whole family.
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Catonsville Branch - History Room
Celebrate Maryland's 250th anniversary by creating sparkling star-shaped diamond art magnets in red, white and blue. See local history displays showcasing Independence Day in Catonsville.
Sat, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Sat, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Sat, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Celebrate Maryland's 250th anniversary by creating sparkling star-shaped diamond art magnets in red, white and blue.
Sat, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Painted window screens are a folk art form that originated in Baltimore. Learn about their history from artist Michael Seipp and create your own small masterpiece. Materials provided.
This event is full
Sat, Jul 11, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
In this hands-on workshop, explore the rich legacy of pre-Columbian sound technologies by learning about Indigenous ceramic instruments and creating your own flute.
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Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B
Are you curious about careers that don't involve sitting at a desk all day? Learn what it's like to work in the video game development industry and hear from industry professionals during a Q&A.
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Turn the prehistoric past into a modern fashion statement. Convert miniature dinosaur toys into your choice of earrings, a pendant or a keychain. Materials provided. Adults only.
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Celebrate diversity through cinema. Learn about the intersection of gender and ethnicity as we screen Being Thunder. (NR; 1 hour, 25 minutes)
Sat, Jul 11, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Learn some basic salsa -- a fun Latin partner dance. This class is for absolute beginners. No prior experience or partner necessary.
Sat, Jul 11, 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.
This event is full
Sat, Jul 11, 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.
This event is full
Sat, Jul 11, 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.
This event is full
Sat, Jul 11, 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.
This event is full
Mon, Jul 13, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Essex Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Mon, Jul 13, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Catonsville Branch
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, Jul 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services. Registration and consent form required.
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Learn healthy lifestyle choices that help you manage high blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.
Mon, Jul 13, 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, Jul 13, 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, Jul 13, 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, Jul 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Jul 13, 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, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Join us on Mondays for a relaxed afternoon of crafting. Supplies and good vibes provided.
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.
Mon, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us on Mondays for a new craft each week. Supplies provided.
Mon, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Become a prehistoric engineer and discover the science of molds and casts. Then press and pour your own custom fossil samples to take home.
Mon, Jul 13, 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, Jul 13, 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, Jul 13, 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, Jul 13, 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, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - History Room
Visit the history room to view photos and artifacts from Catonsville's days of yore, find a reference book or relive your days at Catonsville High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Mon, Jul 13, 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, Jul 13, 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, Jul 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Astral Library by Kate Quinn.
Tue, Jul 14, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Tue, Jul 14, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Essex Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Owings Mills Branch
Explore your artistic side in the great outdoors. Children create their own birdhouse and experiment with a variety of art forms.
Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown 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, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Pop bubbles, dance, sing, laugh, use your imagination and connect with the coolest dinosaurs that have ever walked this planet.
Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Drop in for gaming. Play some classics or discover a new favorite. Both video and board games are available.
Tue, Jul 14, 1:30pm - 2:45pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Race against the clock to complete mystery puzzles before time runs out. Work alone or as a group. Do you accept the challenge?
Tue, Jul 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Create your own oil pastel petroglyph inspired by Newspaper Rock State Historic Monument. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Magician Mike Rose has an all-new magic program consisting of impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around dinosaurs and archeology.
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Meet some of the animals that call Maryland home and learn about their habitats and how you can make your neighborhood, and even your backyard, wildlife-friendly.
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Draw your best dinos or other pictures and shrink them down to make a keychain or charm. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Build and decorate your own 3D wooden dinosaur.
Tue, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - 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, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Sollers Point Branch
Create your own mini terrarium for your dinosaur friend. Supplies provided.
Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Test your skills against other teens in our video game tournaments. The winner of each tournament receives a gift card.
Tue, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Indulge in a rousing discussion of One Night in Hartswood by Emma Denny and enjoy a themed mocktail.
Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 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.
Tue, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Night Will Find You by Julia Heaberlin. August's selection is The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer.
Tue, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Wed, Jul 15, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Towson Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Wed, Jul 15, 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, Jul 15, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 15, 9:30am - 10:15am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Poe, the Baltimore Ravens mascot, is touring Baltimore County Public Library branches this summer.
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
Speak with a Sage Health professional to learn about healthcare services, wellness resources and preventive care options.
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Unearth dinosaurs and great storytelling with Blue Sky Puppet Theatre's newest show featuring their original song, "I Dig Reading."
Wed, Jul 15, 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.
Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 15, 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, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 15, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Wed, Jul 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Conference Room
Enjoy sharing books that you have read and take away book suggestions that others recommend.
Wed, Jul 15, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Catonsville Branch
Elementary-age children who have learned to read but could benefit from some extra practice can find a patient ear with one of our teen volunteers.
Wed, Jul 15, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Poe, the Baltimore Ravens mascot, is touring Baltimore County Public Library branches this summer.
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Unearth dinosaurs and great storytelling with Blue Sky Puppet Theatre's newest show featuring their original song, "I Dig Reading."
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Meet Pterry and Sheldon, our Summer Reading puppets, as we read some stories and learn all about dinosaurs, archaeology, and the ancient world.
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome.
Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Connect with the community and beautify the parking lot garden beds by planting, weeding, mulching and watering.
Wed, Jul 15, 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, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Earn service-learning hours by completing projects to benefit the community.
Wed, Jul 15, 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, Jul 15, 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, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Explore your creative side. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
This event is full
Wed, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Duel, trade and play your favorite card games like Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering and Digimon Card Game.
Wed, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult
Calling all music lovers. Join us for a lively discussion about the songs we love.
Thu, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 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.
Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Poe, the Baltimore Ravens mascot, is touring Baltimore County Public Library branches this summer.
Thu, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Jalapeno's Market
Join us at Jalapeños Market as we encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Thu, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne-Baltimore Highlands Senior Center
Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of a movie at the Lansdowne-Baltimore Highlands Senior Center.
Thu, Jul 16, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Poe, the Baltimore Ravens mascot, is touring Baltimore County Public Library branches this summer.
Thu, Jul 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
We travel from outer space inward to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible.
Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Dive back in time and race through the streets of Indonesia, Brazil, Mexico, India or the United States to unearth stories.
Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Elizabeth II was never meant to be queen, but she led a monarchy through some of the greatest changes in modern history. (NR; 1hour, 29 minutes)
Thu, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Essex Branch
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts. Snacks provided.
Thu, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Hang out and battle your friends on Nintendo Switch. For ages 9 and up.
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Teens earn service-learning hours while assembling care kits for newborns at GBMC.
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Enjoy Pokémon GO along with other Pokémon games and activities designed for fans looking for a nostalgic night out. Feel free to bring your Switch 1 controllers.
Cancelled
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Thu, Jul 16, 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 Funny Story by Emily Henry.
Cancelled
Thu, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch
Ahoy! Piracy from Baltimore to Hampton Roads. An expert on Atlantic World piracy discusses the pirates, the roles women played in piracy, and who sheltered and schemed up and down the Chesapeake Bay.
Thu, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton.
Thu, Jul 16, 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.
Thu, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Heavy Seas Beer
Join us at the Heavy Seas Taproom and enjoy a cold beer and conversation.