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Outside Grounds Cleanup
Earth Day Celebration
Monday, April 21
10:00am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch
Loch Raven Meeting RoomCelebrate the Earth by taking some time to clean up the space surrounding the branch, making it beautiful, healthy and welcoming for all.
AGE GROUP: | Tween (12-13 years) | Teen (14-17 years) | Late Elementary (9-11 years) | Early Elementary (6 to 8 years) | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Civic Engagement |
TAGS: | Earth Day |
Loch Raven Branch
Phone: 410-887-4444
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We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM
| Mon, Aug 10 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Aug 11 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Aug 12 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Aug 13 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Aug 14 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Aug 15 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Aug 16 | Closed |
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Thu, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh 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, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Join us for LEGO brick building after lunch. We can't wait to see what you'll create!
Thu, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Digging deep for dinosaurs? You won't have to dig at all to find these relics of the dinosaur age living in your own backyard. Join a naturalist from Cromwell Valley Park to meet some.
Thu, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Hang out in our meeting room for some games and puzzles.
Thu, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Get ready for the next school year by creating your own planner. Limited space available.
Thu, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Test your skills against other teens in our video game tournaments. Participants should bring their Switch 1 controllers. Snacks provided.
Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Adopt a dinosaur rubber duck and create a high-fashion outfit using paint, fabric and craft supplies. Then show off your duck's Jurassic style on the red carpet.
Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Teens may earn service-learning hours while assembling care kits for newborns at GBMC.
Thu, Aug 13, 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.
Thu, Aug 13, 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.
Thu, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
Join us for a lively discussion of Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi.
Thu, Aug 13, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Whether you recently graduated, moved to town or are looking to add new people to your circle, it can be hard to make friends as an adult. Come hangout, create and meet new people.
Fri, Aug 14, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Cancelled
Fri, Aug 14, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Lansdowne Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Fri, Aug 14, 9:00am - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Fri, Aug 14, 9:30am - 11:30am
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
A Department of Health representative provides information and resources to teens, parents/guardians and community members about adolescent substance use and related Department of Health services.
Fri, Aug 14, 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, Aug 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Roll, squish and sculpt your own colorful playdough creations while developing fine motor skills and sparking your imagination. Materials provided. Space is limited.
Fri, Aug 14, 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, Aug 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Throw your hands in the air and show off your best moves with our toddler-friendly dance music.
Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 14, 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, Aug 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses with sensory bins and activities.
Fri, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Unearth dinosaurs and great storytelling with Blue Sky Puppet Theatre's newest show featuring their original song, "I Dig Reading."
Fri, Aug 14, 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, Aug 14, 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, Aug 14, 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, Aug 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Loch Raven Branch
Join us for passive Summer Reading Club activities.
Fri, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Towson Branch - Public Service Area
Shop local during Black Business Month. Celebrate entrepreneurship and community at this special after-hours market featuring local Black-owned businesses. Outdoor games and refreshments available.
Sat, Aug 15, 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, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B
Join us each month for a delightful and educational program specially crafted for the youngest members of our community.
Sat, Aug 15, 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, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Conference Room
Meet other writers, polish your craft and share your work in a supportive group with an adult facilitator. All genres and skill levels welcome.
Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to one of our therapy dogs.
Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 2:00pm
White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area
Meet adoptable dogs from Maryland SPCA's adoption van. Take a new friend home today!
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Learn about endangered animal species with a craft and test your knowledge with trivia.
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
A day of storytelling, imaginative play and hands-on discovery with Pynko from the Pynkverse Painting Experience. Help uncover clues and artifacts as children "unearth a story" together.
Sat, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Learn about dog body language and behavior basics with the MDSPCA, with time for questions and discussions after the presentation.
Sat, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Calling all teens who want to make a difference in the community. Use your creative and artistic skills to make a positive impact.
Sat, Aug 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Reading to a therapy animal can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to our therapy cat.
Sat, Aug 15, 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 cosmetology industry and hear from industry professionals during a Q&A session.
Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Play bingo and win prizes. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 3rd Floor
Join local artist Craig Haupt for an art reception and beginner art workshop on patterns and symmetry. Supplies and light refreshments provided. Space is limited.
Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Become an archaeologist for an afternoon by excavating dig sites and learning about different types of fossils.
Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We get creative with tie-dye.
Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Enjoy a family-friendly film and make a delicious no-bake dessert. Coloring supplies and additional snacks available. If possible, please bring a nonperishable food item for our food drive.
Sat, Aug 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB,Randallstown Meeting Room,Teen Area
Join us for games of all kinds. Come run an obstacle course, play in a Mario Kart tournament or try the trivia challenge. Board games, prizes, scavenger hunts and more. All ages welcome.
Sat, Aug 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Make a DIY toy or enrichment item for a dog in need. Crafted items will be donated to the Maryland SPCA. Earn service-learning hours while helping animals in need.
Mon, Aug 17, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Mon, Aug 17, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Essex Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Mon, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Share quality time with your little one while learning beginner-friendly yoga techniques that promote healthy development, coordination and strength.
Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Coloring supplies available.
Mon, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Mon, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.
Mon, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Make a colorful and creative dinosaur with just a few simple supplies.
Mon, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Celebrate America's 250th birthday by making U.S. history-themed crafts.
Mon, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Children's Area
The program pairs younger readers with teen volunteers to build confidence, practice reading skills and foster a love of books in a fun and supportive setting.
Mon, Aug 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Woodlawn Branch
Motown Monday is where the music, memories and magic of Motown come alive at your library.
Mon, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join other knitters and stitchers for a night of conversation and needlework. This meetup is held in the magazine reading area.
Mon, Aug 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Enjoy an evening learning to crochet or bring your own crochet project to work on while you socialize.
This event is full
Mon, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Build LEGO creations from random prompts before time runs out.
Tue, Aug 18, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Tue, Aug 18, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Perry Hall Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Tue, Aug 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Learn computer basics while improving your mouse skills. Topics include identifying, opening, saving and modifying files. Limited space available; first come, first served.
Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for a story and craft. This month: Elmer the Patchwork Elephant by David McKee.
Tue, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Owings Mills Branch
Bubbles, bubbles and more bubbles. Play with all manner of foam and suds in this bubble extravaganza. Be prepared to get sudsy.
Tue, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Join us for a lively discussion of Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray.
Tue, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sollers Point Branch
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.
Tue, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Come support our young artists! This showcase displays crafts created throughout the summer from the Visionary Explorers program.
Tue, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Connect with fellow homeschool families in this freeform program designed to promote community and information sharing.
Tue, Aug 18, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Help to color our world with sidewalk chalk out front. In the event of adverse weather, this program may be cancelled.
Tue, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Experience another country's culture, food and history without leaving your hometown. Each month, we explore a documentary that takes us to new places.
Tue, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Make some dinosaur-themed, or any themed, Shrinky Dinks objects.
Tue, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Tue, Aug 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Tue, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Tue, Aug 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Share your appreciation for nature with others. This month, we read books about volcanoes and make our very own explosive volcano. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Rescheduled
Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
New date Tuesday, August 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch
Create a piece of art you can take home at our paint night. Materials provided.
Cancelled
Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch
Bring your own book and join other readers for a silent reading session, followed by an optional book discussion to share what you are reading. Snacks provided.
Tue, Aug 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Tue, Aug 18, 7:00pm - 7:15pm
White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area
Celebrate the Summer Reading Challenge by watching our branch volcano erupt.
Wed, Aug 19, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Towson Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Wed, Aug 19, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Public Service Area
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Wed, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 9:30am - 10:15am
Angel Park Amphitheater
Join us at Angel Park for an outdoor story time. We encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services. Registration and consent form required.
Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
The Baltimore County Department of Health presents a workshop on health insurance. Find information about available health plans and receive direct enrollment support.
Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Visit the Baltimore County Department of Health Mobile Truck for Narcan training, HIV and hepatitis C testing, syringe exchange, information about emerging infectious diseases and more.
Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Assemble materials for menstruation kits.
Wed, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Discover what lies beneath the sand as you use tools to uncover fossils, shells, teeth and more. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Wed, Aug 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Conference Room
Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services. Registration and consent form required.
Wed, Aug 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Public Service Area
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Wed, Aug 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Learn how to protect your phone from scams and avoid robocalls, spoofing and cramming charges.
Wed, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.
Wed, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Celebrate the end of Summer Reading Club with a kid-friendly dance party.
Wed, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
We explore the world of Dog Man through crafts, comic creations and more.
Wed, Aug 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Too many books on your shelf (there is no such thing!) and in need of a couple of bookends? Paint a wooden set to take home. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Wed, Aug 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Travel back to a time before Jurassic Park to experience The Lost World, a pioneering silent film over 100 years old featuring some of cinema's first dinosaur special effects.
Wed, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Explore music production foundations with our Recording Studio Specialist.
This event is full
Wed, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Explore your creative side. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
This event is full
Wed, Aug 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult
Calling all music lovers. Join us for a lively discussion about the songs we love and expand your personal playlist. This month we go back to school -- pick a song from your high school years.
Thu, Aug 20, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Thu, Aug 20, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Thu, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, Aug 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Thu, Aug 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Point Branch
Join us at Jalapeños Market for stories and songs in Spanish and English. Acompáñenos en Jalapeños Market para cuentos y canciones en español e inglés.
Thu, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne-Baltimore Highlands Senior Center
Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel at the Lansdowne-Baltimore Highlands Senior Center. (2011; PG-13; 2 hours, 4 minutes)
Thu, Aug 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Untold stories behind some of the greatest screenplays. Hollywood screenwriters share insights and hilarious anecdotes in Peter Hanson's Tales From the Script. (NR; 1 hour, 44 minutes)
Thu, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for a brief talk about the science of spicy food and then help us taste test a variety of hot snacks. Can you beat our "Name the Spice Challenge"? Will you dare hot sauce roulette?
Thu, Aug 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Essex Branch
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts. Snacks provided.
Thu, Aug 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Use sand to create a small, colorful dinosaur-shaped piece of art.
Thu, Aug 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Hang out and battle your friends on Nintendo Switch. For ages 9 and up.
Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome.
Thu, Aug 20, 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 Sounds Like Love by Ashley Poston.
Thu, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Murder Takes a Vacation by Laura Lippman.
Thu, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Let your creativity flow as we paint terra cotta pots and talk plants. Participants can select a prickly cactus to fill their newly decorated pot. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Thu, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Heavy Seas Beer - Purple Lounge
Join us at the Heavy Seas Taproom and enjoy a cold beer and conversation.
Fri, Aug 21, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Randallstown Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Fri, Aug 21, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Public Service Area
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Fri, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Transform ordinary shapes into a cute dinosaur.
Fri, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Loch Raven Branch
Join us for passive Summer Reading Club activities.
Fri, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Play bingo and win prizes. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
Fri, Aug 21, 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.
Sat, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Earn service-learning hours by making pet toys.
Sat, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Drop in and test out your creative problem-solving skills by figuring out our monthly challenges.
Sat, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Call the Towson Branch at 410-887-6166 to reserve your spot.
Sat, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Mexican teenagers Aristotle Mendoza and Dante Quintana explore their friendship while struggling with racial and ethnic identity, sexuality and family relationships in 1987 El Paso, Texas.
Sat, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Sollers Point Branch
Enjoy a short story and explore the concepts of kindness and courage by painting a wood-carved figure from the Pynkverse. Presented by Sawtistic. Appropriate for ages 4-10. Limit of 25 participants.
Sat, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B
The Southern Underground Railroad reveals the little-known journey of about 10,000 enslaved people who fled the U.S. to Mexico in the 1800s seeking freedom.
Sat, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Children's Area
Reading to a therapy pet can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to one of our therapy pets.
Sat, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room
Stock up on school supplies, such as backpacks, binders and folders, for the upcoming school year.
Sat, Aug 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Make your own faux amber soap fossil with an insect or flower "preserved" inside. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Mon, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Coloring supplies available.
Mon, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Aug 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.
Mon, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Celebrate the end of summer with dinosaur crafts and a dance party.
Mon, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Get excited about back-to-school time with stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family. We also complete a simple themed craft to take home.
Mon, Aug 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
A fun-filled evening that includes stories, songs and a craft.
Mon, Aug 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Calling trainers of all ages. Join us once a month for a variety of activities, including crafts, gaming and trading. Bring your own PokéGear and hang with other trainers.
Mon, Aug 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Calling all teen readers. Chat about your newest reading obsessions with other enthusiasts. Make friends while exercising your right to read.
Mon, Aug 24, 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, Aug 25, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Tue, Aug 25, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Tue, Aug 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Learn about Microsoft Word and how to use it. Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required; experience with computers strongly encouraged.
Tue, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in and bring your questions to meet with an adviser from Baltimore County's Department of Economic and Workforce Development.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Rescheduled
Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 2:00pm
New date Tuesday, August 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in and bring your questions to meet with an adviser from Baltimore County's Department of Economic and Workforce Development.
Tue, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Create your own colorful, glittery slime. Then take your creation home to keep. Materials provided.
Tue, Aug 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Tue, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Create a piece of art you can take home at our paint night. Materials provided.
Tue, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Conference Room
A Dungeons & Dragons adventure for teens. Dice available if needed.
Tue, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Complete a simple paint by number to relax and unwind.
Tue, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Join us for a lively discussion of A Marriage at Sea by Sophie Elmhirst.
Tue, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Learn what to expect when using an SBA 7(a) loan, documents required, what lenders look for, the phases of loan process and disbursement restrictions.
Tue, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Wed, Aug 26, 9:00am - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Wed, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play stations as your child builds communication, and early learning and reading skills.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they enjoy our passive play activities.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Assemble materials for menstruation kits.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Create your paper airplane in our design space. Then launch your airplane across the 3-story rotunda to see if it can fly.
Wed, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
It's never too early to get started in the kitchen. Celebrate the end of summer with a delicious treat while practicing kitchen skills. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Wed, Aug 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Learn to make informed decisions either as a caregiver or for yourself on accessing healthcare, long-term healthcare, senior living scenarios and other legal issues around health and aging.
Wed, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Wed, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch
Receive free training in recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using Narcan. This is a drop-in training.
Wed, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.
Wed, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Wed, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 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, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Thu, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Essex Branch
Bring your friends, make some new ones and hang out in our teen area. Play multiplayer on our Nintendo Switch 2 or PlayStation 5.
Thu, Aug 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sollers Point Branch
Make first-aid kits for students in the community to put in their school lockers, backpacks or bags.
Thu, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Create with LEGO bricks. Supplies provided.
Thu, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Learn about whale sharks in honor of International Whale Shark Day on August 30. Read, dance and make a craft to celebrate the largest shark species in the world.
Thu, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Night Watch by Jayne Anne Phillips.
Thu, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Have fun and compete with other trivia fans.
Thu, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
A roundtable discussion about songwriting led by our Recording Studio Specialist, Chris Freeland.
Fri, Aug 28, 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, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Slice, chop and mix as we make cucumber apple salad. Limited space available; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch
Join librarians from the Owings Mills Branch at Northwest Regional Park to enjoy stories, songs and rhymes at this outdoor story time for the whole family.
Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 28, 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, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Hustle your little heart out at our party featuring toddler-friendly dance music. Limited space available; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Fri, Aug 28, 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, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
Tonight, the branch is open just for teens. Watch a movie, play games or hang out and have fun. Food provided. Registration required. Contact branch to register.