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Live Chalk Mural Demonstration
Saturday, September 05
10:00am - 2:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)Mixed media artist Durga Ekambaram creates a chalk mural while interacting with customers.
Durga talk about the medium, the process and the theme she is working on. Enjoy watching the artist as she works on family-friendly images drawn from wildlife and nature.
AGE GROUP: | Tween (12-13 years) | Teen (14-17 years) | Preschool (3 to 5 years) | Late Elementary (9-11 years) | Early Elementary (6 to 8 years) | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Art, Music, Film and Culture |
Arbutus Branch
Phone: 410-887-1451
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We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM
We're closed Sunday August 23 due to Sunday Closing
| Mon, Aug 17 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Aug 18 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Aug 19 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Aug 20 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Aug 21 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Aug 22 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Aug 23 | Closed |
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- For youth and family programs, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Fri, Aug 21, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Randallstown Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Fri, Aug 21, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Public Service Area
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Fri, Aug 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Transform ordinary shapes into a cute dinosaur.
Fri, Aug 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 21, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Connect with a DMC Empowering Health Services representative. They offer free information and referrals surrounding mental health and substance abuse services in addition to resources.
Fri, Aug 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Loch Raven Branch
Join us for passive Summer Reading Club activities.
Fri, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Play bingo and win prizes. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
Fri, Aug 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Explore gentle self-care using traditional Chinese medicine and essential oils to support mental clarity, relaxation and overall mind-body well-being.
Sat, Aug 22, 9:00am - 10:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Aug 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Sat, Aug 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Earn service-learning hours by making pet toys.
Sat, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Drop in and test out your creative problem-solving skills by figuring out our monthly challenges.
Sat, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Call the Towson Branch at 410-887-6166 to reserve your spot.
Sat, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Mexican teenagers Aristotle Mendoza and Dante Quintana explore their friendship while struggling with racial and ethnic identity, sexuality and family relationships in 1987 El Paso, Texas.
Sat, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Sollers Point Branch
Enjoy a short story and explore the concepts of kindness and courage by painting a wood-carved figure from the Pynkverse. Presented by Sawtistic. Appropriate for ages 4-10. Limit of 25 participants.
Sat, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B
The Southern Underground Railroad reveals the little-known journey of about 10,000 enslaved people who fled the U.S. to Mexico in the 1800s seeking freedom.
Sat, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Children's Area
Reading to a therapy pet can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to one of our therapy pets.
Sat, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room
Stock up on school supplies, such as backpacks, binders and folders, for the upcoming school year.
Sat, Aug 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Make your own faux amber soap fossil with an insect or flower "preserved" inside. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Learn healthy lifestyle choices that help you manage high blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.
Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Coloring supplies available.
Mon, Aug 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Mon, Aug 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Join us for open-ended art projects as your little one explores different art materials in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Dress for a mess.
Mon, Aug 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Mon, Aug 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Aug 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.
Mon, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Celebrate the end of summer with dinosaur crafts and a dance party.
Mon, Aug 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Just chill. Come to the Teen Room for a snack and a low-key activity like Uno, Jenga or button making.
Mon, Aug 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Mon, Aug 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Mon, Aug 24, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Get excited about back-to-school time with stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family. We also complete a simple themed craft to take home.
Mon, Aug 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
A fun-filled evening that includes stories, songs and a craft.
Mon, Aug 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Calling trainers of all ages. Join us once a month for a variety of activities, including crafts, gaming and trading. Bring your own PokéGear and hang with other trainers.
Mon, Aug 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Calling all teen readers. Chat about your newest reading obsessions with other enthusiasts. Make friends while exercising your right to read.
Mon, Aug 24, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Tue, Aug 25, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Tue, Aug 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Learn about Microsoft Word and how to use it. Familiarity with keyboard and mouse required; experience with computers strongly encouraged.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch
Visit the History Room to view photographs and artifacts from Reisterstown's past, research your family history, or relive your days at Franklin High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in and bring your questions to meet with an adviser from Baltimore County's Department of Economic and Workforce Development.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Rescheduled
Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 2:00pm
New date Tuesday, August 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in and bring your questions to meet with an adviser from Baltimore County's Department of Economic and Workforce Development.
Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
Drop-in hours where homeless veterans and veterans at risk of homelessness can connect with a social worker who helps them access services available in the VA and the community.
Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday to develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Aug 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Create your own colorful, glittery slime. Then take your creation home to keep. Materials provided.
Tue, Aug 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Tue, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Create a piece of art you can take home at our paint night. Materials provided.
Tue, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Conference Room
A Dungeons & Dragons adventure for teens. Dice available if needed.
Tue, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Complete a simple paint by number to relax and unwind.
Tue, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - 1st Floor Programming Room
Join us for a lively discussion of A Marriage at Sea by Sophie Elmhirst.
Tue, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Learn what to expect when using an SBA 7(a) loan, documents required, what lenders look for, the phases of loan process and disbursement restrictions.
Tue, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Wed, Aug 26, 9:30am - 9:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Wed, Aug 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play stations as your child builds communication, and early learning and reading skills.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they enjoy our passive play activities.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Wednesday morning for board games, bingo and other activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Assemble materials for menstruation kits.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Create your paper airplane in our design space. Then launch your airplane across the 3-story rotunda to see if it can fly.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 10:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games and more.
Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
It's never too early to get started in the kitchen. Celebrate the end of summer with a delicious treat while practicing kitchen skills. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Wed, Aug 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Aug 26, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Wed, Aug 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Learn to make informed decisions either as a caregiver or for yourself on accessing healthcare, long-term healthcare, senior living scenarios and other legal issues around health and aging.
Wed, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Wed, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Essex Branch
Receive free training in recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using Narcan. This is a drop-in training.
Wed, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
An hour of games, crafts, activities and more.
Wed, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Cancelled
Wed, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Defenders of Animal Rights
In partnership with Defenders of Animal Rights, the Hereford Branch seeks children who love animals and would like to practice their reading skills. Program takes place at DOAR, 14412 Old York Road.
Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio and learn the basics of recording.
This event is full
Wed, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Thu, Aug 27, 9:00am - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Thu, Aug 27, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Loch Raven Branch
Free eye exams and glasses for registered children provided by Vision To Learn.
Thu, Aug 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Thu, Aug 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Thu, Aug 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Come be playful and engage with your child as they learn through play. Enjoy our passive play stations as your child builds communication, and early learning and reading skills.
Thu, Aug 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Thu, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Jalapeno's Market
Join us at Jalapeños Market as we encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Thu, Aug 27, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Drop in to learn about or sign up for NAMI Metro Baltimore's free support groups, classes and conversations.
Thu, Aug 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday to develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Aug 27, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
The Baltimore County Department of Health is offering free, on-the-spot opioid overdose response training on recognizing, preventing and responding to an opioid overdose using intranasal naloxone.
Thu, Aug 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Thu, Aug 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for a fun, relaxed afternoon of crafting. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Thu, Aug 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Essex Branch
Bring your friends, make some new ones and hang out in our teen area. Play multiplayer on our Nintendo Switch 2 or PlayStation 5.
Thu, Aug 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sollers Point Branch
Make first-aid kits for students in the community to put in their school lockers, backpacks or bags.
Thu, Aug 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
A drop-in Dungeons & Dragons adventure for teens. Beginners and veterans welcome. Space is limited. Materials provided.
Thu, Aug 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Relax and socialize with an easy craft each month. Supplies provided. Space is limited. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Thu, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Create with LEGO bricks. Supplies provided.
Thu, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Learn about whale sharks in honor of International Whale Shark Day on August 30. Read, dance and make a craft to celebrate the largest shark species in the world.
Thu, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Night Watch by Jayne Anne Phillips.
Thu, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Have fun and compete with other trivia fans.
Thu, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
A roundtable discussion about songwriting led by our Recording Studio Specialist, Chris Freeland.
Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Slice, chop and mix as we make cucumber apple salad. Limited space available; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch
Join librarians from the Owings Mills Branch at Northwest Regional Park to enjoy stories, songs and rhymes at this outdoor story time for the whole family.
Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Hustle your little heart out at our party featuring toddler-friendly dance music. Limited space available; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Fri, Aug 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Owings Mills Branch
Tonight, the branch is open just for teens. Watch a movie, play games or hang out and have fun. Food provided. Registration required. Contact branch to register.
Sat, Aug 29, 9:00am - 10:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Aug 29, 9:30am - 10:30am
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Connect with the community and beautify the parking lot garden beds by planting, weeding, mulching and watering.
Sat, Aug 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Sat, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Get ready for the new school year with fun crafts and activities. Design your own tote bag, friendship bracelets, bookmarks, Shrinky Dinks keychains and more.
Sat, Aug 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Learn about cyanotypes, an early photographic process that harnesses the energy of the Sun, then design and develop your own beautiful Prussian blue print.
Sat, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch
Say goodbye to summer by completing your Summer Reading Challenge, chalking our walk and other fun outdoor activities. In the event of adverse weather, indoor activities are offered instead.
Sat, Aug 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio and learn the basics of recording.
This event is full
Mon, Aug 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Aug 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Aug 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Learn healthy lifestyle choices that help you manage high blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.
Mon, Aug 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Share quality time with your little one while learning beginner-friendly yoga techniques that promote healthy development, coordination and strength.
Mon, Aug 31, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Coloring supplies available.
Mon, Aug 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Mon, Aug 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Enjoy a movement-themed story time with songs, music and activities meant to get your preschooler moving.
Mon, Aug 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
It's never too early to introduce your baby to books. Discover rhymes, lap bounces, songs and simple stories while connecting with other families.
Mon, Aug 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Aug 31, 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.
Mon, Aug 31, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome. Character sheets or pre-generated characters can be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Mon, Aug 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join us every Monday for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Mon, Aug 31, 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, Sep 01, 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, Sep 01, 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, Sep 01, 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, Sep 01, 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, Sep 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Sep 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Sep 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, Sep 01, 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, Sep 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, Sep 01, 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, Sep 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
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.
Tue, Sep 01, 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, Sep 01, 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, Sep 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
Learn the basics of knitting or crocheting. Pick up a new skill or bring a project you're working on. Introductory materials provided; first come, first served.
Tue, Sep 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Tue, Sep 01, 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 01, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out after school in the meeting room with activities, crafts and friends.
Tue, Sep 01, 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, Sep 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Gain insight on the basics of intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets.
Tue, Sep 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, Sep 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, Sep 02, 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, Sep 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Sep 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, Sep 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Sep 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Sep 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Wednesday morning for board games, bingo and other activities that support individuals who experience a variety of developmental disabilities.
Wed, Sep 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Public Service Area
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC who can help you find resources and services, answer your questions and assist you with enrolling in SNAP.
Wed, Sep 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, Sep 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Sep 02, 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.
Wed, Sep 02, 10:30am - 10:45am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Sep 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Little train engineers can build tracks, let their imaginations take the lead and send our wooden trains on an adventure.
Wed, Sep 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Essex Branch
Connect with an intimate partner violence (IPV) advocate, community resource specialist or job developer in our drop-in center.
Wed, Sep 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Sep 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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, Sep 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.
Wed, Sep 02, 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.
Wed, Sep 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Curator and historian Dr. Deborah R. Weiner presents "Lives Lost, Lives Found: Baltimore's German Jewish Refugees, 1933-1945."
Wed, Sep 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.
Wed, 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.
Wed, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Share your love of traditional needle arts or be introduced to something new. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome to bring their projects to this learning and sharing evening.
Wed, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Explore music production foundations with our Recording Studio Specialist.
This event is full
Wed, Sep 02, 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, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Join fans of the Pokémon video game, card game and TV show for socializing, card trading, competitions and crafts. You are welcome to bring your own Switch and controller.
Wed, Sep 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau by Kristin Harmel.
Wed, Sep 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Wed, Sep 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, Sep 03, 9:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Thu, Sep 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, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Sep 03, 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, Sep 03, 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, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Sep 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, Sep 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, Sep 03, 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, Sep 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Sep 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
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 03, 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, Sep 03, 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, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Based on a true story, cranky Miami retiree Mordecai gets thrown headfirst into the digital age when his over-eager son buys him an iPhone and chaos ensues. (NR; 1 hour, 42 minutes)
Thu, 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.
Thu, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Teen Area
Take a break during the first week back to school and visit us for some low-key activities (Uno, Mario Kart racing or just to hanging out). And delicious snax!
Thu, Sep 03, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Hang out after school in the meeting room with activities, crafts and friends.
Thu, Sep 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.
Thu, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Have fun creating your own style of art. Supplies provided.
Thu, Sep 03, 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 03, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Hang out and battle your friends on Nintendo Switch. For ages 9 and up.
Thu, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Locust Hops Farm Brewery
This month, join us for lively conversation of the 2026 One Maryland One Book selection, No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney.
Thu, Sep 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.
Thu, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Learn paper quilling techniques and make a beautiful quilled decoration to take home. Supplies provided.
Thu, Sep 03, 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.
Fri, Sep 04, 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 04, 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, Sep 04, 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.
Fri, Sep 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Sep 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Sep 04, 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, Sep 04, 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 04, 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, Sep 04, 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, 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.
Fri, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Sat, Sep 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch
Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.
Sat, Sep 05, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Mixed media artist Durga Ekambaram creates a chalk mural while interacting with customers.
Sat, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Get together with other Pokémon enthusiasts for games, crafts and activities.
Sat, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
This inclusive program welcomes 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.
Sat, Sep 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Learn how to take an oral history from start to finish. Plan and record an interview using equipment, like your cell phone, or applications found on the web.
Sat, Sep 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
NeighborSpace of Baltimore County presents an introduction to native plants and pollinators in your area. Learn how your observations can contribute to science and conservation efforts in Baltimore.
Cancelled
Sat, Sep 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
University of Maryland Master Gardeners present a nuts-and-bolts seminar on how to grow herbs indoors. Topics include proper containers, growing mediums, environment, and water and fertilizer.
Sat, Sep 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.
Sat, Sep 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Let's make things together. Participate in a cool STEAM activity. Supplies provided.
Sat, Sep 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Enjoy a short story and explore the concepts of kindness and courage by painting a wood-carved figure from the Pynkverse. Presented by Sawtistic. Appropriate for ages 4-10.
Sat, Sep 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, Sep 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, Sep 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.
Sat, Sep 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.