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The Sage of Baltimore
Jack Burkert Presents H.L. Mencken
Sunday, November 15
1:30pm - 2:45pm
Perry Hall Branch
Perry Hall Meeting RoomHear about Henry Louis Mencken: a journalist, author, arbiter of the American language, opinion maker, ultimately a literary giant and native Baltimorean.
His Scopes trial reporting skewered the sacred cows of the time; his literate magazine work with the Smart Set and American Mercury raised the level of public discourse. We look at the high points of his life -- his personal elitism, a blind spot where empathy should have been and views that bordered on racial bias. His guiding stars were always less government and more personal liberty, but in his negative views of Franklin Roosevelt and the New Deal made him out of step with the times. Mencken the person was in many ways controversial, yet he was a powerful influencer on American literature.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library.
Perry Hall Branch
Phone: 410-887-5195
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Thu, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Oct 22, 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, early learning and reading skills.
Thu, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
This beginner-friendly class for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities introduces participants to basic digital literacy skills through instruction, discussion and hands-on practice.
Thu, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
A free 12-week hands-on digital literacy program designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Presented by Penn-Mar Human Services.
Thu, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Play VR games with us on PlayStation 4.
Thu, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Teen Area
An after-school teen hangout with a special display of manga and a pile of Japanese snax to try. Also, some low-key gaming (Uno, Werewolf).
Thu, Oct 22, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Catonsville Branch
Spend time with friends after school with a variety of crafts, activities and fun.
Thu, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Thu, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
A drop-in Dungeons & Dragons adventure for teens. Beginners and veterans welcome. Space is limited. Materials provided.
Thu, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Share in some spooky fun with stories, songs and a craft. Costumes encouraged but not required.
Thu, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Looking for your next great read? Our Collection Development librarians share what they've been reading. After Book Buzz, stay for a lively discussion of James by Percival Everett.
Thu, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Presented by staff from Kennedy Krieger, this inclusive gathering provides a comfortable environment for teens to socialize at their own pace through structured and informal activities.
Thu, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Woodlawn Branch
Huddle up for an evening of football fun, friendly competition and prizes.
Cancelled
Thu, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Thu, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Have fun and compete with other trivia fans.
Thu, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
This hands-on training demonstrates three quick lifesaving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.
Thu, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Thu, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
An introductory workshop where we dive into the history of tarot, explore the symbolism of the cards of the Major and Minor Arcana and learn some simple spreads.
Thu, Oct 22, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Explore your creative side and decorate your own beautiful faux pumpkin. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
Thu, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult
Villains are often the most complicated and memorable characters in a story, but are often the most challenging to get right. Learn how to make a villain who lingers long after the story ends.
Fri, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Chop, toss and taste as we make a fall fruit salad. All ingredients are Kosher. Limited space available; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:45am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Introduce your baby to the library. This gentle introduction to story time features songs, rhymes and a read-aloud followed by an infant-friendly playtime.
Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Laugh, learn and move as you play parachute games that help build coordination, teamwork and listening skills.
Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lake Roland Park
Join librarians from the Towson Branch at Lake Roland Park for an outdoor reading and crafting event.
Fri, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Hustle your little heart out at our movement-based program featuring Halloween-themed dance music. Costumes encouraged. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Fri, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cancelled
Fri, Oct 23, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
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, Oct 23, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Learn how to make ice cream (and why salt is important!) and conduct juice taste tests.
Fri, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Taste test, rank and guess the flavor of familiar snacks.
Fri, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Fri, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch
Tonight, the branch is open just for teens. Watch a movie, play games or hang out and have fun. Food provided.
Fri, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Tonight, the branch is open just for teens. Food provided. Teens only.
Sat, Oct 24, 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, Oct 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Loch Raven 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.
Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a visit from author Duncan Tonatiuh.
Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:30am
Double Rock Park
Earn service-learning hours while cleaning up your local community.
Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Oct 24, 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, Oct 24, 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 today.
Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Public Service 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, Oct 24, 11:00am - 3:30pm
Essex Branch
A fun-filled day of entertainment, resources for the justice-involved and others, and free food and giveaways. Bring hygiene items, dry/canned food and pet supplies for a donation drive.
Sat, Oct 24, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Essex Branch
Have a blast at this fun, silly and interactive comedy magic show highlighting the excitement of fall and the magic of books and libraries.
Sat, Oct 24, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
An interactive cultural experience with live traditional West African drumming, storytelling and dance performance and instruction.
Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Learn basic pattern making and machine sewing techniques as you make a plush monster friend.
This event is full
Sat, Oct 24, 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, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive STEM show for the whole family.
Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 2:40pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
An interactive and educational experience designed to introduce audiences to a wide variety of animals, including reptiles, mammals and more.
Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Bring out your inner mad scientist by taking apart lightly used toys and putting them together to make a monstrous creation of your very own.
Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a visit from author Duncan Tonatiuh.
Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Create your own unique spooky slime using glow-in-the-dark glue and toy bugs (while supplies last).
Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Celebrate diversity through cinema. In honor of Filipino American History Month and Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month we are screening Motherland. (NR; 1 hour, 34 minutes)
Sun, Oct 25, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room,Public Service Area
Put on your favorite costume, bring a bag to collect goodies and join us for fall fun around the branch.
Sun, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive STEM show for the whole family.
Mon, Oct 26, 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, Oct 26, 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, Oct 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Coloring supplies available.
Mon, Oct 26, 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, Oct 26, 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.
Cancelled
Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch
Enjoy a movement-themed story time with songs, music and activities meant to get your preschooler moving.
Mon, Oct 26, 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, Oct 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Oct 26, 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.
Mon, Oct 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.
Mon, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Join us for a spooky game of Betrayal at House on the Hill -- a board game where you explore a haunted house one room at a time until the haunt appears and turns your party against one another.
Mon, Oct 26, 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, Oct 26, 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.
Cancelled
Mon, Oct 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Mon, Oct 26, 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, Oct 26, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
A delightfully spooky story time celebrating the season, featuring not-too-scary stories filled with friendly ghosts, giggling monsters and autumn surprises.
Mon, Oct 26, 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, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Use your science smarts to figure out whether popular science myths are actually true. Test your hypotheses with fun activities and experiments.
Mon, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Bring your latest project and learn from each other. All levels of experience welcome.
Mon, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Enjoy an evening learning to crochet or bring your own crochet project to work on while you socialize.
This event is full
Cancelled
Mon, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch
Local hairstylist Danielle Fischer discusses her book and how standing behind the chair has shaped her reflections on humor, honesty and everyday human connection.
Mon, Oct 26, 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.
Cancelled
Mon, Oct 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Law professor Melissa Murray examines the nation's most important founding document and analyzes why knowing the importance of its contents can reveal how it shapes our laws, rights and daily lives.
Tue, Oct 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
An introductory Excel course where we create and modify a take-home budget template. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Tue, Oct 27, 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, Oct 27, 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, Oct 27, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development's Small Business Action Team.
Tue, Oct 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Oct 27, 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.
Cancelled
Tue, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Oct 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.
Cancelled
Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Essex Branch
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, Oct 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Join us for a special Halloween-themed story time. Wear your favorite costume and march in a costume parade.
Tue, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Build your resume, prepare for interviews, explore career options and more in this 12-week job-readiness series. Presented by Reinvented Destiny, LLC under the Rebuild and Rise Program.
Tue, Oct 27, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop in for gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.
Tue, Oct 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.
Tue, Oct 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Tue, Oct 27, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Public Service Area
Maryland Food Bank staff assist with the SNAP application and redetermination/recertification process, and answer questions about benefits or the application process.
Tue, Oct 27, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Catonsville Branch
Spend time with friends after school with a variety of crafts, activities and fun.
Cancelled
Tue, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 1
The Baltimore County Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program is staffing a table in one of our study rooms to provide education and assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking/vaping.
Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Learn the basics of hairstyling in this fun, hands-on workshop. Master simple hairstyles with guidance from a styling expert.
Tue, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Sollers Point Branch - Children's Area
Maryland Food Bank staff assist with the SNAP application and redetermination/recertification process, and answer questions about benefits or the application process.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Test your skills against other teens in our video game tournaments. The winner of each tournament receives a gift card.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Join us for a fast-paced game of Haunted Honey Heist. Limited space available; first come, first served. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
In a nonjudgmental space, bring in your old clothes and swap them with something that makes you feel euphoric.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
A discussion on transitioning out of public service with former federal and public employees, and discuss how to plan your next chapter.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A
Join us for a lively discussion of Everyone on This Train Is a Suspect by Benjamin Stevenson.
Cancelled
Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Discover the hidden details of everyday objects. Gather outdoor specimens and then examine them with various types of magnifiers and microscopes.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Wed, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Move and groove to festive beats at our spooky dance party. Costumes welcome but not required.
Wed, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Wed, Oct 28, 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.
Wed, Oct 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.
Cancelled
Wed, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Wed, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
We discuss the graphic novel How to Draw a Secret written and illustrated by Cindy Chang.
Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Explore music production foundations with our Recording Studio Specialist.
This event is full
Cancelled
Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Wed, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Wed, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - Study Room 1
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Cancelled
Wed, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Loch Raven Branch
Chat with other horror fiction fans about your most recent bone-chilling reads.
Wed, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for a review of Friends' projects, business and events from the past year and the election of new board officers and members.
Thu, Oct 29, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room
Volunteer attorneys prepare free wills, advance medical directives and powers of attorney documents for income-eligible Baltimore County/City homeowners. Appointments required.
Cancelled
Thu, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Oct 29, 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, early learning and reading skills.
Thu, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Join us for a special Halloween-themed story time. Wear your favorite costume and march in a costume parade.
Thu, Oct 29, 12:30pm - 2:15pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Brain health expert Dr. David Ajibade presents practical advice on combating dementia and Alzheimer's. He emphasizes nutrition, lifestyle changes and understanding the brain's defense system.
Thu, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
A free 12-week hands-on digital literacy program designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Presented by Penn-Mar Human Services.
Thu, Oct 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.
Thu, Oct 29, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Mount Zion Cemetery
Grab some friends (and trash bags) and earn service-learning hours by picking up trash at Mt. Zion Cemetery. Weather permitting. Supplies provided. Afterward, celebrate with free pizza and drinks.
Thu, Oct 29, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Catonsville Branch
Spend time with friends after school with a variety of crafts, activities and fun.
Cancelled
Thu, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Thu, Oct 29, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Reisterstown Branch - Children's Area
Honor and celebrate the rich traditions of Día de los Muertos at a festival for all ages./Honre y celebre las ricas tradiciones del Día de los Muertos en un festival para todas las edades.
Thu, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Wear your favorite costume or Halloween-themed attire and join us for a special Halloween story time. Enjoy a sweet trick-or-treat surprise at the end.
Thu, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB,Teen Area
Earn service-learning hours by using artistic skills to turn the branch into a haunted house for October. Grab your friends and help make spider webs, signs, ghosts and more.
Thu, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Meet your Owings Mills neighbors in a fun social gathering. Light refreshments and ice breakers provided.
Thu, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Put on your favorite costume and join us for a night of fun. Show off your outfit with a fashion show, participate in some spooky activities, collect some candy and dance to music.
Thu, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Magic and occult expert Michael M. Hughes presents a provocative, visual introduction to the legends, history and modern practice of witchcraft.
Thu, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - ACE
Explore your business idea, build out your initial structure and define who you want to be as a business owner during this personal visioning session. Presented by Cydni Stewart of Ask.Beans LLC.
Thu, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
A roundtable discussion about songwriting led by Recording Studio Specialist Chris Freeland.
Thu, Oct 29, 7:15pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Fri, Oct 30, 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, Oct 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Oct 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Oct 30, 10:00am - 10:45am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Introduce your baby to the library. This gentle introduction to story time features songs, rhymes and a read-aloud followed by an infant-friendly playtime.
Fri, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Dress up in your Halloween costume and dance, shake and sing your sillies out at this movement-based program. Older siblings welcome.
Cancelled
Fri, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Oct 30, 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, Oct 30, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Cancelled
Fri, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Celebrate R.L. Stine's birthday by sharing your favorite books and spooky moments, then make your own slime to take home.
Fri, Oct 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Turn trash to thrash in this epic hands-on challenge by designing your own mini skatepark from recycled materials. Create gnarly ramps, sick rails and rad obstacles.
Fri, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Calling all monsters. Join us for spooky craft as we make paper bag vampires.
Cancelled
Fri, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Fri, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Tonight, the branch is open just for teens. Come for spooky scares, creepy fun and free food -- if you are brave enough. Costumes are encouraged.
Fri, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Join us in costume for a night of spooky fun.
Fri, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Tonight, the branch is open just for tweens and teens to have fun. Costumes optional. Free pizza and snacks provided.
Sat, Oct 31, 9:00am - 11:00am
Cockeysville Branch
A birding walk beginning and ending at the Cockeysville Branch, led by an expert from the Baltimore Bird Club. All levels of birding experience welcome.
This event is full
Sat, Oct 31, 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, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Oct 31, 10:00am - 1:00pm
White Marsh Branch - Public Service Area
University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center provides flu vaccinations to anyone age 9 and up. Only standard dose trivalent vaccine offered.
Sat, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Step into our haunted laboratory for bewitching fun. Mix mysterious ingredients, like eye of newt, fairy dust and frog slime, to make your own potion. Costumes are encouraged but not required.
Sat, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Enjoy treats and some mind-blowing tricks from magician Anubis, spooktacular games and crafts. It is sure to be a spooky-good time. Costumes are encouraged but not required. First come, first served.
Sat, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room
Wear your Halloween costume and celebrate the spookiest holiday at our haunted house walk-through.
Sat, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Design and launch a Halloween-themed stomp rocket. Limited space available; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Cancelled
Sat, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Loch Raven Branch
Discover Maryland's mysteries with members of the Maryland Paranormal Society and the Maryland Ghost Trackers.
Sun, Nov 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Towson Branch - Children's Area,Towson Room
Give your jack-o'-lantern one last time to shine as we drop it down our three-story rotunda. Bring your pumpkins and find out which one makes the biggest splatter.
Sun, Nov 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Public Service Area
Join us for informal conversation with the goal of gathering people to encourage community connections.
Mon, Nov 02, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Meet with a representative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment to learn about resources available for small businesses.
Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Coloring supplies available.
Mon, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, Nov 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.
Mon, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Nov 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Create or improve your professional resume that will help you stand out in your job search in this hands-on workshop.
Mon, Nov 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.
Mon, Nov 02, 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.
Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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.
Cancelled
Mon, Nov 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
A lively, adults-only book discussion featuring spicy, swoony and unforgettable romance novels. This month: Egotistical Puckboy by Eden Finley and Saxon James.
Mon, Nov 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
A free and confidential group for loved ones of people living with mental health conditions. No insurance required. See a staff member about registration or register at bit.ly/popupfsgsx.
Mon, Nov 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Use your science smarts to figure out whether popular science myths are actually true. Test your hypotheses with fun activities and experiments.
Mon, Nov 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Join us for songs, stories and a simple craft as we celebrate Native American Heritage Month.
Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Mon, Nov 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Discover Catonsville's fascinating connections to American and world history with Sheldon Smith, president of the Historical Society of Catonsville.
Tue, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 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.
Cancelled
Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Join us for a special edition of story time as we read stories, sing songs and learn about why voting is important.
Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Nov 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.
Tue, Nov 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.
Cancelled
Tue, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Loch Raven Branch
Learn about the Chesapeake Bay and an iconic animal that lives there -- the oyster. Touch oyster shells, see what watermen use to catch oysters for food and discover the history of oyster harvesting.
Tue, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Build your resume, prepare for interviews, explore career options and more in this 12-week job-readiness series. Presented by Reinvented Destiny, LLC under the Rebuild and Rise Program.
Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Learn how the people of Ghana make beads to adorn themselves as a part of their identity.
Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Have no fear! The library is here to celebrate the release of The Cat in the Hat movie with crafts, games and a scavenger hunt. We'll have lots of good fun.
Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive STEM show for the whole family.
Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room C
Learn about the traditions associated with Día de los Muertos and create your very own calavera/sugar skull puppet.
Tue, Nov 03, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop in for gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.
Tue, Nov 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Tue, Nov 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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.
Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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, Nov 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Earn service-learning hours by helping us make decorations to be hung around the branch.
Tue, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Learn more about diabetes and how it can impact your health at this engaging community health talk.
Cancelled
Tue, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Teens earn service-learning hours while assembling care kits for newborns at GBMC.
Tue, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Learn to create your very own geometric painting. Make sure to bring a smock or old T-shirt. Supplies are limited; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Cancelled
Tue, Nov 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Unwind and spark your creativity without the pressure of having to make something Pinterest-perfect in this craft program series. Supplies provided.
Tue, Nov 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cancelled
Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 10:30am - 10:50am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cancelled
Wed, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Arbutus Branch
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Wed, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Bring your creativity and build with different materials.
Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Jewish Museum of Maryland archivist Acadia Roher presents "Preserving Maryland's Jewish History."
Wed, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Meet new people and make new connections. Prompts provided; time for gathering as a group at the end of the event included.
Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 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.
Wed, Nov 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.
Cancelled
Wed, Nov 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Cancelled
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch
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.
Cancelled
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Celebrate the iconic dolls with like-minded adults. Hear from the author of a new book that delves into the history and cultural significance of American Girl. Enjoy tea party snacks and make a craft.
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Crochet, knit or work on your fibrecraft project in a relaxed setting with other fans of the fiber arts at this drop-in event.
Wed, Nov 04, 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.
Cancelled
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Loch Raven Branch
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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of The Tenant by Freida McFadden.
Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - Study Room 1
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Wed, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Join in the STEM fun by creating with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.
Thu, Nov 05, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Catonsville Branch
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.
Cancelled
Thu, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Nov 05, 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, early learning and reading skills.
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Thu, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Thu, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
A witty, entertaining documentary about the profound Indigenous influences on Western culture and identity, from sports and fashion to politics and the environmental movement. (NR; 1 hour, 44 minutes)
Thu, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
A free 12-week hands-on digital literacy program designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Presented by Penn-Mar Human Services.
Thu, Nov 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.
Thu, Nov 05, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Hang out -- bring your friends or meet new ones.
Thu, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Spend time with friends after school with a variety of crafts, activities and fun.
Thu, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Teen Area
Help us taste and rank as many different types of Oreos as we can at this after-school teen hangout. Play some low-key gaming (Mario Kart, Taco Cat) as well.
Cancelled
Thu, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Hang out at the branch after school for games. Ask staff at the service desk for details.
Thu, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
Have fun creating your own style of art. Supplies provided.
Thu, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Visit the Catonsville recording studio and meet our Recording Studio Specialist.
Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Hang out and battle your friends on Nintendo Switch. For ages 9 and up.
Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Randallstown Meeting Room
Be introduced to the new traveling exhibit from the Hampton National Historic Site, "Changemakers: The People of Hampton and Their Roles in America's Story."
Thu, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch - Public Service Area
Learn the basics of the Cricut Maker 3. This smart machine can write, engrave and cut a variety of materials. Get an overview of Cricut Design Space and become an expert in no time.
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
This hands-on training demonstrates three quick lifesaving techniques you can use to keep someone from bleeding out in case of injury.
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room (Full Room)
Make a piece of embossed tin art. Supplies provided.
Cancelled
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch
Join us for the second of 12 sessions as we explore the universe with a NASA-created curriculum. You do not need to have attended prior sessions.
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Author and Baltimore Banner columnist Leslie Gray Streeter introduces her new novel, Beignets and Big Feelings, a family melodrama set in New Orleans. Enjoy beignets and chicory coffee.
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Learn about different types of coping skills and build your toolkit of coping strategies.
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Between Here and Elsewhere is an exhibition of 12 paintings of birds in their habitats drawn from the artist's ongoing project, Beyond Borders: Refuges in Motion.
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
A lively discussion of Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas with an accompanying craft.
Thu, Nov 05, 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.
Thu, Nov 05, 7:15pm - 8:00pm
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Fri, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Learn about exciting new reads and then share thoughts and ideas about your latest reads. Offered in partnership with the Friends of the Perry Hall Library.
Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Introduce your baby to the library. This gentle introduction to story time features songs, rhymes and a read-aloud followed by an infant-friendly playtime.
Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Randallstown Branch - Children's Area
Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses with sensory bins and activities.
Cancelled
Fri, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Loch Raven Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Cancelled
Fri, Nov 06, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
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, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
For tweens and teens who love to read and talk about books, share your latest read, hear what others are reading and connect with fellow readers. All reading interests welcome. No assigned reading.
Fri, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Spend time with friends after school with a variety of crafts, activities and fun.
Fri, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Towson Branch - Teen Mezzanine
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts. Snacks provided.