Duncan S. Moore

Small Business Counseling

Tue, Jun 24, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 2:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab

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

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Registration is now closed

Open History Room

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch

Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's days of yore, research your family history or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.

Paper Marbling

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Owings Mills Branch

Make simple marbled paper by laying cardstock on shaving cream with watercolor swirls.

Animal Encounter With Marshy Point Nature Center

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Jun 24, 10:15am - 11:15am

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, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Registration is now closed

VA Homeless Outreach - Information Table

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Jun 24, 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 help them access services available in the VA and the community.

Cancelled

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hereford Branch

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

Tue, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Registration is now closed

Movie Matinee - The Wild Robot

Tue, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

North Point Branch

Sit back, relax and enjoy a screening of The Wild Robot. (PG; 1 hour, 42 minutes)

Financial Counseling - Meet With a Personal Finance Coach

Tue, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Registration is now closed

Tuesday Gaming

Tue, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Drop by the meeting room for teen gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.

DIY Kaleidoscope

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Create a kaleidoscope out of a toilet paper tube and discover the science and math that make it work.

Tue, Jun 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Department of Health Tobacco Cessation - Information Table

Tue, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 3:20pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Cancelled

Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch

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.

Emerging Adults - Getting Work Done and Networking

Tue, Jun 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Join us for two hours of designated work time. Feel free to network or focus on your own work. Light refreshments and snacks available.

Super Mario Party Jamboree Tournament - Teen Gaming

Tue, Jun 24, 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.

This event is full

Pikesville Chess Night

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Join us the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Players of all skill levels welcome. Space is limited; players are assigned to a match on a first-come, first-served basis.

Knitting Introduction and Social

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

Learn to knit and meet others who craft. Beginners are encouraged; all levels of experience welcome. Materials provided for free; first come, first served. Light refreshments available.

An Evening With Amanda Flower

Tue, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Meet the author of several mysteries, including the Katharine Wright series, the Emily Dickinson mysteries and the Amish Candy Shop mysteries. Book sales and signings following the presentation.

Public Benefits Assistance

Tue, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

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

Owings Mills Book Club

Tue, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Join us for a lively discussion of No Better Time by Sheila Williams.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other. All skill levels and varieties of needlework welcome.

Mobile Career Center

Wed, Jun 25, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Arbutus Branch

Apply for jobs or get job-related assistance on the Mobile Career Center. No appointment necessary. Times subject to change, please check availability in advance.

Wed, Jun 25, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 2

Meet with a social worker and get connected with resources and referrals. A Maryland Certified Navigator is also available to assist with Medicare and Medicaid questions and enrollment.

Wed, Jun 25, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Cockeysville Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Wed, Jun 25, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Conference Room

Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services.

Wed, Jun 25, 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.

Maryland State Fair

Wed, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Perry Hall Branch - Public Service Area

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.

Wed, Jun 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Wed, Jun 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

History Room Research Hours

Wed, Jun 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jun 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Catonsville Branch - History Room

Visit the history room to view exhibits or research Catonsville's rich history. A librarian is available to assist you. For in-depth research, a My Librarian appointment is recommended.

Animal Encounter With Marshy Point Nature Center

Wed, Jun 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale 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.

Color Our World With The Science Guys of Baltimore

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

An exciting journey into the science of colors and how we see them.

Yoga for Beginners

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. This program can be modified for those wanting to use a chair. Yoga mat optional.

Be Playful

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play activities as your child builds communication, early learning and reading skills.

Tie-Dye Party

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Get ready for a burst of colorful creativity with tie-dye.

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Poe, the Baltimore Ravens mascot, is touring Baltimore County Public Library branches this summer.

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Fun family music featuring puppets and original songs by the Caribbean-inspired band Guava Jelly.

Lawyers in the Library - Maryland Legal Aid

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Cancelled

Department of Health Harm Reduction - Information Table

Wed, Jun 25, 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.

Color Our World With The Science Guys of Baltimore

Wed, Jun 25, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Poe, the Baltimore Ravens mascot, is touring Baltimore County Public Library branches this summer.

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room

An exciting journey into the science of colors and how we see them.

Books and Conversation

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - ACE

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

Celebrating Our Stories - A Monthly Craft Program

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Learn about the traditions and cultures of communities through crafting.

Reading Cuddly Buddies

Wed, Jun 25, 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.

This event is full

Rock Painting for Adults

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Create painted rocks to add to your own plants or hide them with uplifting messages for others to discover.

Graphic Novel Book Club

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

We dive into Gamerville, the award-winning graphic novel by Johnnie Christmas.

Wardrobe and Wellness - Undressing Your Limitations

Wed, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B

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

Wed, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Discover the power of fashion as a tool for self-expression and empowerment. This workshop explores the connection between wardrobe and wellness, allowing you to redefine what fashion means to you.

Small Business Fraud

Wed, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor

Learn how to identify the signs of identity theft and fraud to prevent unwanted attacks on your business.

How Do Democracies Survive? - Prospects for Democracy Renewal

Wed, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Democracies worldwide are under stress, restricting rights, eliminating checks and balances. Johns Hopkins political science department faculty provide context and background, followed by discussion.

Small Business and Government Contracts - Road Map to Government Contracting

Wed, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Learn to expand your small business opportunities through government contracting.

Thu, Jun 26, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Woodlawn Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Thu, Jun 26, 9:30am - 10:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Thu, Jun 26, 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.

Colorful Magic With Mike Rose

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Magician Mike Rose has an all-new magic program consisting of impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around color and lots of audience participation.

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Computers for Beginners

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 11:30am

North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab

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

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:45am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Fun family music featuring puppets and original songs by the Caribbean-inspired band Guava Jelly.

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

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

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

Thu, Jun 26, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

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

Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction

Thu, Jun 26, 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.

Movie Time at Lansdowne Senior Center

Thu, Jun 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Lansdowne-Baltimore Highlands Senior Center

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

Minute to Win It

Thu, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Compete against your friends in small challenges that are completed in under 60 seconds. Winners get a prize.

Design a Library Bag

Thu, Jun 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room

Decorate a bag with your own design to carry your library books. Supplies provided, while they last.

Color Me Wild With Eco Adventures

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

The Eco Adventures colorologist guides audiences through the wild world of animal pigmentation with live animal color ambassadors.

Kids Queer Film Alliance

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Join us for a craft and a viewing of The Mitchells vs. the Machines this Pride. (PG; 1 hour, 54 minutes)

Thu, Jun 26, 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.

A Rainbow of Emotions

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Have you ever felt a little blue? How about tickled pink or green with envy? Come explore the connection between colors and emotions and make a set of colorful emoji squishies to take home.

Celebrate Pride Month - Create a Pride Flag Keychain

Thu, Jun 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

A hands-on craft program where you can make your very own Pride flag keychain.

Teen Gaming Tournament - Mario Kart

Thu, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Essex Branch

Bring your friends, make some new ones and hang out in our teen area. Play Mario Kart 8 and compete to win prizes.

Mini Paint Pour Art

Thu, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

Create your own mini work of art using a paint pour style. Supplies provided.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Thu, Jun 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

A drop-in Dungeons & Dragons adventure. Beginners and veterans welcome. Materials provided.

Recording Studio Open Office Hours

Thu, Jun 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

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

Crafterwork - Chalk Prints

Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Relax and socialize with an easy craft each month. Supplies provided. Space is limited.

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Garden Group

Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Loch Raven Branch

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

Towson Book Club

Thu, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Join us for a lively discussion of Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.

Trivia Night

Thu, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

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

Books & Brews

Thu, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Heavy Seas Taproom

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

Thu, Jun 26, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Towson Room

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

Totally Untidy Toddler Time

Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch

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

Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Story Time at Northwest Regional Park

Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Dance a Story

Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

A multifaceted program geared toward kinesthetic learning.

This event is full

Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Branch

Join librarians from the Owings Mills Branch at Northwest Regional Park for an outdoor story time. Please use the park entrance on Deer Park Road.

Gamer Friday

Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Fri, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

Bead Making of Indigenous Peoples

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch

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

Cancelled

Fri, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Arbutus Branch

Learn how to make bead jewelry from air-dry clay to imitate tribal beads from Indigenous Peoples.

Fun Friday Films

Fri, Jun 27, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Join us every Friday afternoon for different family-friendly films. Coloring supplies available.

Beautiful Batik With Port Discovery

Fri, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B

Discover and explore the traditional methods of producing batik fabric art and create your own stunning fabric piece to take home. Limited to 30 participants.

Tiny Garden Tour

Fri, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Get ready for a hands-on adventure in the garden. Learn about the plants in our community garden, discover how a garden grows and why it's important to care for nature.

Hands-on Computer Learning Hour

Fri, Jun 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Essex Branch - Public Computers

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

Fri, Jun 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Tobacco Cessation

Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Family and Friends Story Time - Pride Story Time

Sat, Jun 28, 9:30am - 10:30am

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A

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

Pride Story Time

Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Learn about Pride and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ in a child-friendly environment.

LEGO Design Challenge

Sat, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Drop in and test out your creative problem-solving skills by solving our monthly challenges.

Sat, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Learn about Pride and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ in a child-friendly environment.

Sat, Jun 28, 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.

Color Our Woods - Using Yarn to Create Installation Art

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Computer Lab,Study Room 1

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

Bubble Fun

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Essex Branch

Have some outdoor fun in the sun while we play with bubble wands to make bubbles. In the event of adverse weather, this program may be cancelled.

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Franklin Woodland Trail

Have fun yarn bombing the weaving wall at the Franklin Woodland Trails. Materials provided. Meet in the lobby of the Reisterstown Branch.

Wardrobe and Wellness - Pause and Purge

Sat, Jun 28, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Clear the clutter and make room for a wardrobe that sparks joy.

Voices of Queer Fiction - Thien-Kim Lam and Naomi Rivers

Sat, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

A panel discussion featuring two local authors, Thien-Kim Lam and Naomi Rivers, who talk about their writing process and how they incorporate queer characters in their storytelling.

Cryptocurrency and Electronic Payment Platforms - Understanding FinTech and Digital Currency

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room C

Learn about FinTech and different types of cryptocurrencies, digital forms of money, and they're uses as types of alternative payment and in investing.

Colorful Magic With Mike Rose

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale 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, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Magician Mike Rose has an all-new magic program consisting of impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around color and lots of audience participation.

Perler Bead Pride Accessories

Sat, Jun 28, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Celebrate Pride by making Pride-themed accessories. Supplies provided. This program is part of North Point's Pride Fair, running from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Chess Club for Kids

Sat, Jun 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Celebration in Song - Black Experience Through Music

Sat, Jun 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Reisterstown Branch

Learn about the origins of Black Music Appreciation Month and enjoy live performances that reflect the enduring power of music to express, uplift and unite.

Mon, Jun 30, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Mon, Jun 30, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Study Room 1

Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services.

Mon, Jun 30, 9:30am - 10:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jun 30, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

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

Movie Monday

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

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Mon, Jun 30, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Fun family music featuring puppets and original songs by the Caribbean-inspired band Guava Jelly.

Color Me Wild With Eco Adventures

Mon, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Summer Teen Hour

Mon, Jun 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.

Mon, Jun 30, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

The Eco Adventures colorologist guides audiences through the wild world of animal pigmentation with live animal color ambassadors.

Colorful Magic With Mike Rose

Mon, Jun 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Magician Mike Rose has an all-new magic program consisting of impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around color and lots of audience participation.

The Bubble, Comedy and Music Show - Reading Colors Your World

Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Fun family music featuring puppets and original songs by the Caribbean-inspired band Guava Jelly.

Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Turtle Dance presents a colorful "turtle-riffic" musical experience that is designed to engage children through songs about colors, movement activities and more.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Mon, Jun 30, 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.

Know Your Rights With CASA/Conozca sus derechos con CASA

Mon, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A

CASA presents a free in-person talk on knowing your rights. No registration required./Únase a CASA para una presentación gratuita en persona sobre sus derechos. No es necesario registrarse.

Kids Books and Conversation

Mon, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Children's Area

Talk about your favorite books in a group setting.

Transform Your Small Business Using AI

Mon, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Harness the power of artificial intelligence to revolutionize your small business.

Create a Pressed Flower Sun Catcher - Two sessions: Monday, June 30 and July 28

Mon, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Mon, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Learn how to make a flower press and a sun catcher. A horticulturist shares information about the types of flowers you can gather in your yard or from your garden.

This event is full

Tue, Jul 01, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Essex Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Making Masterpieces Story Time - Eric Carle

Tue, Jul 01, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 2

Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services.

Open History Room

Tue, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch

Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's days of yore, research your family history or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.

Tue, Jul 01, 10:00am - 10:45am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Learn about an artist or art style and then try it out for yourself.

Spin Art

Tue, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Owings Mills Branch

Color your world with a spin art creation.

Tue, Jul 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jul 01, 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 01, 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 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

All About Horses

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

Discover the wonder of horses through an introduction session with a miniature horse from Full Moon Farm and learn about their diet, communication and ways to enjoy their company.

VA Homeless Outreach Information Table

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

Outreach social workers from the VA Maryland Healthcare System are available to assist homeless veterans with finding healthcare, employment and housing resources.

Summer Meals Celebration With No Kid Hungry

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Celebrate summer lunch at the library with free family fun.

Tuesday Gaming

Tue, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Drop by the meeting room for teen gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.

Color Our World - Colorful Calm

Tue, Jul 01, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Sit for a bit and relax while coloring and listening to soft relaxing music.

Make Your Own Flag

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Learn about flags and then make your own with construction paper and a dowel rod.

Shrinky Dinks

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

Design, color and make your own Shrinky Dink keychain, ornament or tag.

Legal Pop-Up at the Library

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 3:20pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Smoking Cessation

Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program is staffing a table on the public floor to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.

Tue, Jul 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Legal service providers are available to offer free legal advice and referrals on landlord/tenant, name changes, domestic violence protection, community organizing and LGBTQ legal issues.

B.Y.O.C. - Bring Your Own Craft

Tue, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

Do you sew, knit, bead, scrapbook or do another handicraft? Join a community of fellow crafters. Chat and make friends while you work on your latest project. All levels of experience welcome.

North Point Book Club

Tue, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston.

Patriotic Musical Celebration Performance

Tue, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch

The Maryland Military Band plays a patriotic, family-friendly concert in celebration of our nation's birthday.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Jul 01, 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 02, 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 02, 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 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Animals and Their Habitats With Oregon Ridge Nature Center

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:15am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

This inclusive program welcomes children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time.

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Meet some of the animals that call Maryland home. Learn about their habitats and how you can make your neighborhood and even your backyard wildlife-friendly.

Animal Encounter With Marshy Point Nature Center

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Be Playful

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play activities as your child builds communication, early learning and reading skills.

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall 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.

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Arbutus Branch

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

Family Crisis Center Open-Door Drop Ins - Information Table

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

Connect with an intimate partner violence (IPV) advocate, community resource specialist, job developer or lawyer who helps with landlord/tenant issues in our drop-in center.

Department of Health Harm Reduction - Information Table

Wed, Jul 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

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

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Public Service Area

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

Dundalk Family Crisis Center Information Table

Wed, Jul 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

Working with individuals, families and communities to interrupt and prevent cycles of violence in relationships. All are welcome.

Sit and Stitch Meetup

Wed, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive

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.

Stop the Bleed® Lifesaving Training

Wed, Jul 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

This hands-on training demonstrates three quick lifesaving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.

Wed, Jul 02, 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, Jul 03, 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 03, 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 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jul 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Thu, Jul 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch

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

Thu, Jul 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Pop-Up Cinema - The Bookshop

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Maryland State Fair

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch

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.

Minute to Win It

Thu, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Compete against your friends in small challenges that are completed in under 60 seconds. Winners get a prize.

Perler Beads Craft

Thu, Jul 03, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Get creative with Perler beads. Fun, cool designs are provided along with all other required materials. All you need to bring is your imagination.

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Based on Penelope Fitzgerald's novel, this film follows free-spirited widow Florence Green who risks everything to open a bookshop in a conservative East Anglian coastal town. (PG; 1 hour, 52 minutes)

Fireworks Art

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch

Create beautiful painted fireworks to kick off your 4th of July celebration.

Teen Hangout

Thu, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Essex Branch

Teens are welcome to join us for video games, pizza, snacks, crafts and more in our hangout space.

Freestyle Art Session

Thu, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

Have fun creating your own style of art. Supplies provided.

Pokémon Club

Thu, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Join fans of the video games, manga and TV shows for socializing, card trading, competitions, crafts and Pokémon Go!

Gaming Hour

Thu, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Trivia for Adults

Thu, Jul 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Have fun and compete to win prizes with other trivia aficionados. Individuals and teams welcome. A limit of four people per team. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library.

Crafts and Conversation - Junk Journals

Thu, Jul 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Try something new. Create a fun and easy junk journal using everyday items and recycled materials. Use it to store your photos, ticket stubs and other small memorabilia.

Thu, Jul 03, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

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

Celebrating Us

Sat, Jul 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

An engaging story time to highlight disability awareness.

Maryland State Fair

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lansdowne Branch

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 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Teen Writers' Club

Sat, Jul 05, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Teen writers are invited to build skills by sharing and critiquing work in a supportive group. All writing forms welcome. Led by the Maryland Writers' Association.

Sat, Jul 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Cockeysville Branch

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

Sat, Jul 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Children's Area

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

STEAM Saturday

Sat, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Let's make things together. Participate in a cool STEAM activity. Supplies provided.

Sat, Jul 05, 3:30pm - 3:45pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Register your shy or reluctant reader to read to a lovable pet from Pets on Wheels. They are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.

Sat, Jul 05, 3:45pm - 4:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Register your shy or reluctant reader to read to a lovable pet from Pets on Wheels. They are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.

Sat, Jul 05, 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.

Color Our World With Coloring Sheets

Sat, Jul 05, 4:15pm - 4:30pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

Register your shy or reluctant reader to read to a lovable pet from Pets on Wheels. They are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.

Mon, Jul 07, 9:00am - 8:00pm

Perry Hall Branch - Public Service Area

An all-day coloring sheet event to celebrate Summer Reading.

Mon, Jul 07, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Reisterstown Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Mon, Jul 07, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Arbutus Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Q&A With the Small Business Administration - One-on-One appointments With an SBA Representative

Mon, Jul 07, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Arbutus Branch - Study Room 1

Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services.

Mon, Jul 07, 9:30am - 1:30pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

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 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jul 07, 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.

Little Chef - Friendship Snack Mix

Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

Adults with physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities along with caregivers are welcome to join us for hands-on activities, including crafts and art projects, for all skill levels.

Movie Monday

Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Measure, mix and stir up friendship. Create a delicious snack mix to enjoy and share with a friend. Supplies are limited; first come, first served. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Maker Monday

Mon, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

A relaxed afternoon of crafts and projects for all ages and skill levels.

Summer Teen Hour

Mon, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.

Maker Monday

Mon, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Join us on Mondays for a different craft each week. Supplies provided.

Monday Crafternoon

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Join us each week for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Chill Time

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine

Just chill. Take a break from the heat in our Teen Area. We have snacks and a low-key activity, but feel free to chill on the couch and play PS5.

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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.

Bookmarks of Peace and Love

Mon, Jul 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Design and create bookmarks with positive messages to celebrate International Peace and Love Day and hide them in your favorite books in the branch for others to find.

Crochet a Coaster

Mon, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Guided instruction on starting and completing a simple project.

Department of Health Tobacco Cessation

Mon, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area

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

Open History Room

Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch

Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's days of yore, research your family history or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.

Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

The Colorful World of Music With The Fifty 7's

Tue, Jul 08, 10:15am - 11:05am

Sollers Point Branch

Discover that there is a colorful world waiting to be explored as we sing, play, create and dance along at this live, interactive, music performance.

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Animals and Their Habitats With Oregon Ridge Nature Center

Tue, Jul 08, 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 08, 10:30am - 11:15am

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

Meet some of the animals that call Maryland home. Learn about their habitats and how you can make your neighborhood and even your backyard wildlife-friendly.

The Bubble, Comedy and Music Show - Reading Colors Your World

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Turtle Dance presents a colorful turtle-riffic musical experience that is designed to engage children through songs about colors, movement activities and more.

Tue, Jul 08, 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 08, 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 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Jul 08, 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.

Community Outreach - Kennedy Krieger Institute

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

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

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area

Learn about Kennedy Krieger's Integrated Early Learning Center, an inclusive pre-K program.

Tuesday Gaming

Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Drop by the meeting room for teen gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.

Color Our World - Chalk the Walk

Tue, Jul 08, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Essex Branch

Meet on our front sidewalk and help color our world with sidewalk chalk. In the event of adverse weather, this program may be cancelled.

Animals and Their Habitats With Cromwell Valley Park

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Learn about the habitats in Baltimore County parks from a Cromwell Valley Park naturalist, meet a few critters you may encounter and pick up tips on safely getting the most out of your hike.

Freeform Painting

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

Use your imagination to create your own painting. Canvases and supplies provided. Space is limited; first come, first served.

Department of Health Tobacco Cessation - Information Table

Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 3:20pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Hanging Yarn Art

Tue, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Create your own macramé decor from colorful yarn and beads. Limited supplies provided, while they last.

Tue, Jul 08, 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.

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

Tue, Jul 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Pikesville Chess Night

Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Join us the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Players of all skill levels welcome. Space is limited; players are assigned to a match on a first-come, first-served basis.

Stitch and Lit

Tue, Jul 08, 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 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

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

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.

Mobile Career Center

Wed, Jul 09, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Arbutus Branch

Apply for jobs or get job-related assistance on the Mobile Career Center. No appointment necessary. Times subject to change, please check availability in advance.

Wed, Jul 09, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Randallstown Branch

Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.

Wed, Jul 09, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Randallstown Branch

Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services.

Wed, Jul 09, 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 09, 9:30am - 10:00am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Poe, the Baltimore Ravens mascot, is touring Baltimore County Public Library branches this summer.

Wed, Jul 09, 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 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Books and Conversation

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch

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

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Animals and Their Habitats With Oregon Ridge Nature Center

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Be Playful

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play activities as your child builds communication, early learning and reading skills.

Craft Your Own Bookmark

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Design your own Summer Reading bookmark. Color in one of our designs or create your own with different materials. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Sensory Social

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:45am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

Meet some of the animals that call Maryland home. Learn about their habitats and how you can make your neighborhood and even your backyard wildlife-friendly.

Department of Health Harm Reduction - Information Table

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Ask a Master Gardener

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

A gardener from the Master Gardener Program at the University of Maryland Extension is available at a table to answer questions and offer gardening tips.

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Public Service Area

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

CCBC SNAP - Information Table

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

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

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

Poe, the Baltimore Ravens mascot, is touring Baltimore County Public Library branches this summer.

Outside Grounds Cleanup - Hosted by the Sollers Point Teen Advisory Board

Wed, Jul 09, 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.

Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Sollers Point Branch

Help clean up the space surrounding the branch, making it beautiful, healthy and welcoming for all.

Admissions 101/Admisiones 101

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor

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

Collage Club

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Collaborate with others who are interested in making collages. Instructor Joy Herrick facilitates the session.

Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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