White Marsh Writers Group

Mon, Aug 25, 9:30am - 10:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Aug 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Baby Craft Time

Mon, Aug 25, 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 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

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

Mon, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Mon, Aug 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Mon, Aug 25, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Monday Crafternoon

Mon, Aug 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

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

Chill Time

Mon, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 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.

Board Game Night

Mon, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Hang out and play some board games.

PokéMonday

Mon, Aug 25, 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.

LEGO Challenge - Outer Space

Mon, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Calling all LEGO fans. Build your LEGO creations using space-themed prompts.

CCBC Family Literacy ESOL Program - In-Person Registration

Tue, Aug 26, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

The Family Literacy ESOL program is for non-native speaking parents. These classes are designed to help parents learn English language skills for life, work and to help with their child's education.

Small Business Counseling

Tue, Aug 26, 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.

Open History Room

Tue, Aug 26, 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.

VA Homeless Outreach - Information Table

Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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 26, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

Tue, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Tue, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Tue, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Keeping Up to Date on Vaccines for Older Adults

Tue, Aug 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch - Children's Area

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

Tue, Aug 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Learn about recommended vaccines for older adults from a nurse practitioner and professor at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. Discussion and Q&A session afterward.

Tue, Aug 26, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Hair Lab - Read and Style

Tue, Aug 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Tue, Aug 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Learn how to care for and style your hair while exploring stories that celebrate culture, identity and confidence.

Department of Health Tobacco Cessation Information Table

Tue, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

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

Introduction to Home Composting

Tue, Aug 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Learn about the environmental benefits of composting and how you can easily reduce waste at home.

Pikesville Chess Night

Tue, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 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.

Caring for Your Family Treasures

Tue, Aug 26, 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.

Tue, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

Learn to preserve and protect your family's rare books, scrapbooks, photographs and other personal treasures.

Owings Mills Book Club

Tue, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Join us for a lively discussion of What Happened to Ruthy Ramirez by Claire Jimenez.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, Aug 27, 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.

Mobile Career Center

Wed, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Wed, Aug 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Wed, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Wed, Aug 27, 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.

Be Playful

Wed, Aug 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

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

Wed, Aug 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Aug 27, 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.

Be Playful

Wed, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Yoga for Beginners

Wed, Aug 27, 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.

Wed, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Cyanotype Art for Kids

Wed, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Harness the energy of the sun to create a beautiful blue photographic print called a cyanotype. Turn your art into a button or bookmark. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Wed, Aug 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Aug 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area

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

Department of Health Harm Reduction Information Table

Wed, Aug 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

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

Books and Conversation

Wed, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Wed, Aug 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Learn about the traditions and cultures of communities through crafting.

Wed, Aug 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Reading Cuddly Buddies

Wed, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Defenders of Animal Rights

In partnership with Defenders of Animal Rights, the Hereford Branch seeks children who love animals and would like to practice their reading skills. Program takes place at DOAR, 14412 Old York Road.

Cancelled

Collage Club

Wed, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Cockeysville Branch

Instructor Joy Herrick facilitates a collaborative session with others who are interested in making collages.

CCBC Family Literacy ESOL Program - In-Person Registration

Wed, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C

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

Thu, Aug 28, 9:00am - 9:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

The Family Literacy ESOL program is for non-native speaking parents. These classes are designed to help parents learn English language skills for life, work and to help with their child's education.

Thu, Aug 28, 9:30am - 10:00am

Arbutus Branch

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 28, 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.

Free Wills and Estate Planning Legal Clinic

Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

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

Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Thu, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction

Thu, Aug 28, 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.

Thu, Aug 28, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

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

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

Thu, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor

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

Cancelled

Thu, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

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

Thu, Aug 28, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Thu, Aug 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Teen Gaming Tournament - Mario Kart 8

Thu, Aug 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Thu, Aug 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

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

Recording Studio Open Office Hours

Thu, Aug 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

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

Crafterwork - Friendship Bracelets

Thu, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Relax and socialize with an easy craft each month. Supplies provided. Space is limited. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.

Garden Group

Thu, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Loch Raven Branch

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

Knit and Stitch

Thu, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Thu, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Woodlawn 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.

Towson Book Club

Thu, Aug 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

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

Trivia Night

Thu, Aug 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

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

Fri, Aug 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Story Time at Northwest Regional Park

Fri, Aug 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Gamer Friday

Fri, Aug 29, 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, Aug 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

Offsite

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.

Story Time at Northwest Regional Park

Fri, Aug 29, 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 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

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

The Secret Book Society With Author Madeline Martin

Fri, Aug 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Fri, Aug 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

Join us for tea and a conversation with the author. Book sales and signings following the program.

Friday DIY

Fri, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Drop in to our teen area for make-and-take art for tweens and teens. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Keeping Up to Date on Vaccines for Older Adults

Fri, Aug 29, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Sat, Aug 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Learn about recommended vaccines for older adults from a nurse practitioner and professor at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. Discussion and Q&A session afterward.

Taste Test Throwdown

Sat, Aug 30, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

CCBC Family Literacy ESOL Program - In-person Registration

Sat, Aug 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

This event is full

Tue, Sep 02, 9:00am - 9:30am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

The Family Literacy ESOL program is for non-native speaking parents. These classes are designed to help parents learn English language skills, for life, work and to help with their child's education.

Making Masterpieces Story Time - Beatrix Potter

Tue, Sep 02, 10:00am - 10:45am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Open History Room

Tue, Sep 02, 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, Sep 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Sollers Point Branch

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

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration

Tue, Sep 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Danny Joe's Tree House

Tue, Sep 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

Meet Danny Joe and his puppet pals from the streaming preschool series Danny Joe's Tree House.

Tue, Sep 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Whether you're interested in beginning the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program with your child, finishing up or somewhere in between, this fun story time and party celebrates your little reader.

Cancelled

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration

Tue, Sep 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Randallstown Branch

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

Tue, Sep 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room

Whether you're interested in beginning the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program with your child, finishing up or somewhere in between, this fun story time and party celebrates your little reader.

VA Homeless Outreach

Tue, Sep 02, 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.

Tuesday Gaming for Tweens and Teens

Tue, Sep 02, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Tue, Sep 02, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Drop in for gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.

Tue, Sep 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Crochet Introduction and Social

Tue, Sep 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Smoking Cessation

Tue, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Tue, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

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

North Point Book Club

Tue, Sep 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by Victoria E. Schwab.

Sit and Stitch

Tue, Sep 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

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

Public Benefits Assistance

Wed, Sep 03, 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, Sep 03, 9:30am - 9:50am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Sensory Story Time

Wed, Sep 03, 9:30am - 10:00am

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.

Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Wed, Sep 03, 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, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Wed, Sep 03, 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.

Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Sep 03, 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.

Sensory Story Time

Wed, Sep 03, 10:30am - 11:15am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Be Playful

Wed, Sep 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Enjoy fun activities and music while making friends.

Wed, Sep 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

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

Wed, Sep 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Baby Rave

Wed, Sep 03, 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.

Family Crisis Center Open-Door Drop-in Information Table

Wed, Sep 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Sep 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

Connect with an intimate partner violence (IPV) advocate, community resource specialist or job developer in our drop-in center.

Department of Health Harm Reduction - Information Table

Wed, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch - Study Room 1

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

Speaker Series - Living Financially Well

Wed, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

Joan Pugh, senior relationship marketing manager at First Financial Federal Credit Union, shares what financial wellness means in today's world.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Wed, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Public Service Area

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

Wed, Sep 03, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Dundalk Family Crisis Center Information Table

Wed, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Sep 03, 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, Sep 03, 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.

Recording Studio Basics

Wed, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio and learn the basics of recording.

White Marsh Book Club

Wed, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of Annie Bot by Sierra Greer.

Wed, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C

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

Thu, Sep 04, 9:30am - 10:00am

Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Thu, Sep 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

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

Thu, Sep 04, 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, Sep 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

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

Thu, Sep 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch - Children's Area

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

Thu, Sep 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard

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

Thu, Sep 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio.

Thu, Sep 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration

Thu, Sep 04, 10:30am - 1:00pm

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.

Thu, Sep 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Owings Mills Branch

Whether you're interested in beginning the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program with your child, finishing up or somewhere in between, this fun story time and party celebrates your little reader.

Pop-Up Cinema - The Barefoot Artist: Healing Communities Through Art

Thu, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

This touching documentary chronicles the colorful life of artist Lily Yeh, who has committed herself to community-based art projects in some of the world's most troubled areas.

Dungeons & Dragons for Tweens and Teens

Thu, Sep 04, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Thu, Sep 04, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome.

Thu, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Teen Hangout Hour

Thu, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

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

Freestyle Art Session

Thu, Sep 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Sollers Point Branch

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

Thu, Sep 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Recording Studio Open Office Hours

Thu, Sep 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

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

Thu, Sep 04, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

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

Gaming Hour

Thu, Sep 04, 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, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Point Branch - Public Service Area

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

Pints & Pages at Black Locust Hops Farm Brewery

Thu, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Black Locust Hops Farm Brewery

Join us for lively conversation in a relaxed, friendly setting as we share thoughts on our favorite books and latest reads.

Trivia for Adults

Thu, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

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

Crafts and Conversation - Fairy Doors

Thu, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room

Try something new. Learn how to make whimsical handmade fairy doors. Beginners welcome. Supplies provided.

Zentangle®

Thu, Sep 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Virtual - ACE

Join a Certified Zentangle® Teacher and learn to use this step-by-step method to create something unexpected and creative.

Practice English at the Library

Thu, Sep 04, 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Towson Branch - Wilson Room

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

CCBC Family Literacy ESOL Program - In-Person Registration

Fri, Sep 05, 9:00am - 9:30am

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

The Family Literacy ESOL Program is for non-native speaking parents. These classes are designed to help parents learn English language skills for life, work and to help with their child's education.

Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Danny Joe's Tree House

Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room

Meet Danny Joe and his puppet pals from the streaming preschool series Danny Joe's Tree House.

Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Books and Conversation

Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books. Offered in partnership with the Friends of the Perry Hall Library.

Gamer Friday

Fri, Sep 05, 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.

Homeschool Meetup - Conversations and LEGOs

Fri, Sep 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)

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

Fri, Sep 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room

Join us for LEGO fun and help shape future programs. Share your ideas on how we can best support and engage our homeschool community. Your input makes a difference.

Fri, Sep 05, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

Local Market and Small Business Fair

Fri, Sep 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

Support local small businesses and shop a variety of products, including accessories, candles and baked goods. Enjoy food from fresh produce stands and local food trucks.

Community Shred Day

Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

Destroy your confidential household paperwork at our free Community Shred Day. This outdoor event is for personal/residential users only. Limit of three (3) boxes per household; paper items only.

Garden Group

Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Loch Raven Branch

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

Recording Studio Basics

Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Get certified to use the Catonsville Recording Studio and learn the basics of recording.

Design Your Own Pokémon Card

Sat, Sep 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Children's Area

Create a Pokémon that has never been caught before. Choose your Pokémon's looks, powers and name to create your own unique Pokémon card. Limited space available; first come, first served.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month - DIY Castanets

Sat, Sep 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Reisterstown Branch - Children's Area

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

STEAM Saturday

Sat, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room

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

Play-Doh Fun

Sat, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Essex Branch - Children's Area

Create with Play-Doh. Supplies provided.

Sat, Sep 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage with us by learning about the culture of countries like Mexico, Cuba, Puerto Rico and more. Learn about the use of castanets in Spanish music and make a pair of your own.

Recording Studio Music Production

Sat, Sep 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1

Explore music production foundations with our Recording Studio Specialist.

Sat, Sep 06, 3:30pm - 3:45pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Sat, Sep 06, 3:45pm - 4:00pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Sat, Sep 06, 4:00pm - 4:15pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Sunday Soundscapes - Latin Jazz Flutist Andrea Brachfeld

Sat, Sep 06, 4:15pm - 4:30pm

Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room

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

Sun, Sep 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Towson Branch - Public Service Area,Towson Room

Enjoy an afternoon of music with flutist Andrea Brachfeld, educator, composer and recording artist specializing in American and Latin jazz.

Mon, Sep 08, 9:30am - 10:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

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

Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Sep 08, 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, Sep 08, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Randallstown Branch - COLAB

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

Baby Craft Time

Mon, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Towson Branch - Towson Room

Join us for open-ended art projects as your little one explores different art materials in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Dress for a mess.

Mon, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Little Chef - If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

Mon, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

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

Mon, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Point Branch - North Point Meeting Room

If you give a mouse a cookie, silly things are bound to happen. Let your little one explore culinary concepts with cookies. Supplies are limited; first come, first served. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Libraries for All Movie - Labyrinth

Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room

We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to enjoy this movie. (PG; 1 hour, 41 minutes)

Narcan Training - Community Outreach and Harm Reduction

Mon, Sep 08, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Owings Mills Branch

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

Monday Crafternoons for Tweens and Teens

Mon, Sep 08, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room

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

One Shot Adventures

Mon, Sep 08, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room

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

Mon, Sep 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lansdowne Branch - Public Service Area

Join us on Mondays for a relaxed afternoon of crafting in the study area. Supplies provided.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Mon, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room

Chill Time

Mon, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Towson Branch - 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.

Monday Crafternoon

Mon, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area

Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

Creative Writing Workshop

Mon, Sep 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Catonsville Branch - Catonsville 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.

Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room

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

White Marsh Writers Group

Mon, Sep 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room

Share your writing with like-minded people and improve your craft. Writers of all levels are welcome, whether exploring the world of writing or looking for feedback on a draft of their work.