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"Unearth a Story" Midway Celebration
Friday, July 10
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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"Unearth a Story" Midway Celebration
Join us for games, crafts and dinosaur trivia to celebrate reaching the halfway point of our Summer Reading Challenge. It will be a roaring good time!
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Randallstown Branch
COLABJoin us for games, crafts and dinosaur trivia to celebrate reaching the halfway point of our Summer Reading Challenge. It will be a roaring good time!
AGE GROUP: | Preschool (3 to 5 years) | Late Elementary (9-11 years) | Early Elementary (6 to 8 years) |
EVENT TYPE: | Learning and Reading | Games, Gaming and Recreation | Crafts and DIY |
TAGS: | Summer Reading |
Randallstown Branch
Phone: 410-887-0770
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We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM
| Mon, Jun 22 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Jun 23 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Jun 24 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Jun 25 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Jun 26 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Jun 27 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Jun 28 | Closed |
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- For youth and family programs, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Wed, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio and learn the basics of recording.
This event is full
Wed, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Celebrate Maryland's 250th anniversary by creating sparkling star-shaped diamond art magnets in red, white and blue. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Wed, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Celebrate the joy that comes from living your most authentic life with books featuring LGBTQ+ characters, plus a craft. Join us for a lively discussion of Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston.
Wed, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Wed, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Cancelled
Wed, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rosedale Branch
Trying to get into reading or don't know what to read next? Our book club discusses trending books and shares our favorite finds. Come with a recommendation, leave with inspiration for your TBR list.
Thu, Jul 02, 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 02, 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 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play stations as your child builds communication, and early learning and reading skills.
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Thu, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Thu, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Jalapeno's Market
Join us at Jalapeños Market as we encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 02, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Thu, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday to develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Join us on Thursdays for LEGO brick building after lunch. We can't wait to see what you'll create!
Thu, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Tommy's Honour is based on the real-life powerful, moving tale of a father and son who created the modern game of golf. (PG; 1 hour, 52 minutes)
Thu, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
In this hands-on workshop, explore the rich legacy of pre-Columbian sound technologies by learning about Indigenous ceramic instruments and creating your own flute.
This event is full
Thu, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Thu, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Make a dinosaur headband that transforms you into a dinosaur. Supplies provided.
Thu, Jul 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Essex Branch
Teens are welcome to join us for video games, pizza, snacks, crafts and more in our hangout space.
Thu, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Have fun creating your own style of art. Supplies provided.
Thu, Jul 02, 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, Jul 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Hang out and battle your friends on Nintendo Switch. For ages 9 and up.
Cancelled
Thu, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Thu, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Celebrate Maryland's 250th anniversary by creating sparkling star-shaped diamond art magnets in red, white and blue.
Thu, Jul 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch
Make your own coasters for your drinks. Supplies provided.
Thu, Jul 02, 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.
Mon, Jul 06, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Public Service Area
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Adults with physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities along with caregivers are welcome to join us for hands-on activities, including crafts and art projects, for all skill levels.
Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Learn healthy lifestyle choices that help you manage high blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Enjoy a movement-themed story time with songs, music and activities meant to get your preschooler moving.
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Mon, Jul 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Join us on Mondays for a relaxed afternoon of crafting. Supplies and good vibes provided.
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.
Mon, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us on Mondays for a new craft each week. Supplies provided.
Mon, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Mon, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Just chill. Come to the Teen Room for a snack and a low-key activity like Uno, Jenga or button making.
Mon, Jul 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Mon, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
A lively and inclusive discussion of Rachel Reid's Game Changers series, the steamy, heartfelt hockey romances that inspired the new show Heated Rivalry.
Mon, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Learn computer basics while improving your mouse skills. Topics include using a web browser, copy and paste, and upload and download. Limited space available; first come, first served.
Mon, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
A free and confidential group for loved ones of people living with mental health conditions. No insurance required. See a staff member about registration or register at bit.ly/popupfsgsx.
Rescheduled
Mon, Jul 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Wednesday, July 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch
Celebrate the joy that comes from living your most authentic life with books featuring LGBTQ+ characters, plus a craft. Join us for a lively discussion of Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston.
Mon, Jul 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Share your writing with like-minded people and improve your craft. Writers of all levels are welcome, whether exploring the world of writing or looking for feedback on a draft of their work.
Mon, Jul 06, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Tue, Jul 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 10:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Learn about an artist or art style and then try it out for yourself. Supplies provided.
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch
Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's past, research your family history, or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Tue, Jul 07, 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 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Meet some of the animals that call Maryland home and learn about their habitats, how you can make your neighborhood, and even your backyard, wildlife-friendly.
Tue, Jul 07, 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 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
Learn about the YMCA Head Start program that provides free early childhood education and family support services to help young children learn, grow and get ready for school.
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Catonsville Branch
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sollers Point 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.
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday to develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Jul 07, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Students aged 5 and up explore creative new territory inspired by our most beloved visionary artists, their unusual art materials and their unforgettable stories.
Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Drop in for gaming. Play some classics or discover a new favorite. Both video and board games are available.
Tue, Jul 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Dig into the world of dinosaurs by becoming a paleontologist and seeing what fossils you can uncover. While supplies last.
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Study Room 1
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to one of our therapy dogs.
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Create your own summery cover art and learn to sew together a pamphlet-style journal.
Tue, Jul 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Tue, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Create a cool dinosaur out of Perler beads. Dino patterns provided or you can create your own design.
This program is for middle and high school students.
Tue, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Celebrate Shark Week in style by learning to craft your own shark tooth necklace. Tickets available 15 minutes before program. Supplies provided; first come, first served.
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Illustrate your memories by creating a visual journal. Part art, part journaling, this method of memory keeping is a fun way to record the ordinary and not-so-ordinary moments in your life.
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Bring a project or start a new one. Whether you've been knitting or crocheting for years or have never picked up a needle or hook, stop by for refreshments and chat with fellow fiber arts enthusiasts.
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Celebrate Maryland's 250th anniversary by creating sparkling star-shaped diamond art magnets in red, white and blue. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Learn about dinosaurs during this fun evening story time.
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Start planning your next chapter. A discussion with former federal and public employees on transitioning out of public service.
Tue, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Calling all LEGO fans. Build your LEGO creations using dinosaur-themed prompts.
Tue, Jul 07, 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 08, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Outside
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Wed, Jul 08, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Sollers Point Branch - Outside
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Wed, Jul 08, 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 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses. A change of clothes is recommended.
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play stations as your child builds communication, and early learning and reading skills.
Wed, Jul 08, 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 dinosaurs and archeology.
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 08, 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 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they enjoy our passive play activities. Designed to ignite curiosity, nurture a love for learning and foster valuable social interactions.
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:50am
Angel Park Amphitheater
Children and parents discover there's a world of music waiting to be uncovered as we sing, play, create and dance along to this live, interactive, music performance.
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Apply for jobs or get job-related assistance on the Mobile Career Center. No appointment necessary. Times subject to change; please check availability in advance.
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
The Maryland Insurance Administration is available to answer your insurance-related questions or concerns.
Wed, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Explore fun activities you can do while camping and discover where you can look for shark teeth in Maryland on your camping adventures.
Wed, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hereford 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, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Public Service Area
A tabling event to learn about Family Crisis Center resources.
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Join us the second Wednesday of every month for a special themed story time to develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Public Service Area
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Wed, Jul 08, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Catonsville Branch
Elementary-age children who have learned to read but could benefit from some extra practice can find a patient ear with one of our teen volunteers.
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch
Receive free training in recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using Narcan. This is a drop-in training.
Wed, Jul 08, 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 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Meet Pterry and Sheldon, our Summer Reading puppets, as we read some stories and learn all about dinosaurs, archaeology, and the ancient world.
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.
Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome.
Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Make a dinosaur clam shell with dino napkins and Mod Podge.
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Enjoy a casual evening of gaming with board games, puzzles, and Nintendo Switch.
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Celebrate Maryland's 250th anniversary by creating sparkling star-shaped diamond art magnets in red, white and blue.
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio and learn the basics of recording.
This event is full
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Celebrate Maryland's 250th anniversary by creating sparkling star-shaped diamond art magnets in red, white and blue.
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Come out for a relaxing night of board games. We have chess, Scrabble, Uno and many other games for all ages and skill levels on hand.
Wed, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Wed, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Wed, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Celebrate Maryland's 250th anniversary by creating sparkling star-shaped diamond art magnets in red, white and blue.
Thu, Jul 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area,Study Room C
Drop in and bring your questions to meet with an adviser from Baltimore County's Department of Economic and Workforce Development.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play stations as your child builds communication, and early learning and reading skills.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Public Service Area
Apply for jobs or get job-related assistance on the Mobile Career Center from the Baltimore County Department of Economics and Workforce Development. No appointment necessary.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Jalapeno's Market
Join us at Jalapeños Market as we encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Discover what kinds of animals live in Maryland and what their roles in our ecosystem are. Get an up-close encounter with some of Marshy Point's animal ambassadors to find out.
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday to develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Children's Area
Join us on Thursdays for LEGO brick building after lunch. We can't wait to see what you'll create!
Thu, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
We travel from outer space inward to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible.
Thu, Jul 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for a fun, relaxed afternoon of crafting. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Thu, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Celebrate a love of Pokémon. Play the Pokémon Trading Card Game with helpful tips from a seasoned trainer. Practice strategic thinking and math skills. Sponsored by the American Library Association.
Thu, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Essex Branch
Enjoy a chill social hour in our teen space with snacks, board games, video games and more provided for free by us.
Thu, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Bring your own supplies and work on personal crochet projects in a relaxed, community setting at this self-directed crochet time.
Thu, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Make your own Jurassic snow globe. Materials provided.
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time followed by play time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Cancelled
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Thu, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Thu, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
Join us for a lively discussion of Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten.
Thu, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Thu, Jul 09, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Celebrate Maryland's 250th anniversary by creating sparkling star-shaped diamond art magnets in red, white and blue.
Fri, Jul 10, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Bring yarn to swap for new-to-you yarn. This drop-in event runs from open to close.
Fri, Jul 10, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Adults with physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities along with caregivers are welcome to join us for hands-on activities, including crafts and art projects, for all skill levels.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Free hearing screenings for ages 3-17 provided by Baltimore County Department of Health Audiology Services. Registration and consent form required.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Meet the animals and staff from the Maryland State Fair. Learn what happens at the largest agricultural celebration in Maryland and why it is a great time for the whole family.
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Jul 10, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Connect with a DMC Empowering Health Services representative. They offer free information and referrals surrounding mental health and substance abuse services in addition to resources.
Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. Please bring a yoga mat.
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Meet live reptile ambassadors, including Red our velociraptor, and experience dino-sized excitement the whole family will love. Roars highly encouraged.
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us for games, crafts and dinosaur trivia to celebrate reaching the halfway point of our Summer Reading Challenge. It will be a roaring good time!
Fri, Jul 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Explore gentle self-care using traditional Chinese medicine and essential oils to support mental clarity, relaxation and overall mind-body well-being.
Fri, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Grab some friends and earn service-learning hours by picking up trash at Hillcrest Park. Weather permitting. Supplies provided. When we finish, celebrate your hard work with free pizza and drinks.