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Abracadabra Alex Magic Show
Saturday, October 24
11:45am - 12:30pm
Have a blast at this fun, silly and interactive comedy magic show highlighting the excitement of fall and the magic of books and libraries.
This event is a part of the Essex Fall Community Fair -- a day of entertainment, activities, resources for the justice involved, free food and giveaways, while supplies last.
AGE GROUP: | Older Adult | New Adult (18-25) | Late Elementary (9-11 years) | Early Elementary (6 to 8 years) | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Social Connection |
Essex Branch
Phone: 410-887-0295
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We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM
We're closed Monday October 12 due to CLOSED for Indigenous Peoples Day
| Mon, Oct 12 | Closed |
| (CLOSED for Indigenous Peoples Day) | |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Closed |
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- Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Notice of eight business days prior to the event is requested.
- For youth and family programs, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Fri, Oct 16, 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 16, 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 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Fri, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Whether you're interested in beginning the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program with your child, finishing up or somewhere in between, this fun story time and party celebrates your little reader.
Fri, Oct 16, 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 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Fri, Oct 16, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Hereford 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.
Fri, Oct 16, 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 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Create your paper airplane in our design space. Then launch your airplane across the three-story rotunda to see if it can fly.
Fri, Oct 16, 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 16, 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.
Rescheduled
Fri, Oct 16, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
New date Saturday, October 17, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Reisterstown Branch
Learn to preserve and protect your family's rare books, scrapbooks, photographs and other personal treasures.
Fri, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
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.
Fri, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Design a vinegar and baking soda bottle rocket to see how high it will fly.
Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive STEM show for the whole family.
Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
Play bingo and win prizes. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room B and C
Bringing art and STEM together, make your own unique creations at different stations. Supplies provided.
Fri, Oct 16, 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.
Registration is now closed
Fri, Oct 16, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Relax and enjoy a movie with friends. Join us for an afternoon of watching movies, enjoying snacks and hanging out with other tweens and teens.
Fri, Oct 16, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Using LEGOs and other provided materials, design, build and engineer ways for the pom-pom Harold to safely traverse the library.
Cancelled
Fri, Oct 16, 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 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Towson Branch - Public Service Area
Wish you could be "thirty, flirty and thriving"? Dance to Thriller, sing your heart out with Pat Benatar and quote along with 13 Going on 30 (2004; PG-13) at this special after-hours event.
Cancelled
Sat, Oct 17, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Catonsville Branch
Teens can earn service-learning hours for attending this program to assist in our community garden alongside adult volunteers.
Sat, Oct 17, 9:00am - 11:00am
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
A birding walk beginning and ending at the Arbutus Branch, led by an expert from the Baltimore Bird Club. All levels of birding experience welcome.
Sat, Oct 17, 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 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
A show that engages children with comedy, bubbles, music technology and children's stories that foster literacy, storytelling and a lifelong love of the local library.
Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lansdowne 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 17, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Join mixed media artist Durga Ekambaram as she works on a chalk mural while interacting with you.
Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Cancelled
Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Randallstown Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Sat, Oct 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Teens earn service-learning hours while assembling care kits for newborns at GBMC.
Sat, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Towson Room
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time followed by play time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Sat, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive STEM show for the whole family.
Sat, Oct 17, 11:00am - 4:00pm
New venue Reisterstown Branch - Courtyard
Celebrate 200 years of our historic building and 65 years of the Reisterstown Branch. Drop in between noon and 4 to explore local history, hands-on activities, displays, community memories and more.
Sat, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Catonsville Branch - History Room
Visit the history room to view photos and artifacts from Catonsville's days of yore, find a reference book or relive your days at Catonsville High browsing through our yearbook collection.
Sat, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Enjoy a morning of music with the Ken & Brad Kolodner Trio, playing a selectin of old-time, bluegrass and American roots music on hammered dulcimer and clawhammer banjo.
Sat, Oct 17, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Reisterstown Branch
Learn to preserve and protect your family's rare books, scrapbooks, photographs and other personal treasures.
Sat, Oct 17, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Reading to a therapy animal can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to our therapy cat.
Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson Room
Make a spooky craft while watching animated short films inspired by the works of Edgar Allan Poe, featuring Bela Lugosi, Roger Corman, Guillermo del Toro and more.
Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive STEM show for the whole family.
Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Celebrate your right to read with us at this adult crafting program by making book earrings using polymer clay. Materials provided.
Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch - Children's Area
Turn paper plates into silly and scary monster masks. Materials provided.
Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owings Mills Branch - Owings Mills Meeting Room A and B
Learn about the history of calaveras/sugar skulls and decorate your very own.
Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Get holiday ready with authors Elle Cosimano and Hannah Morrissey, who team up to discuss their new book, Home for the Homicides.
Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Get into the Halloween spirit by painting a pumpkin.
The first 20 customers get a craft mini pumpkin to decorate and take home.
Sat, Oct 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Designed for those who enjoy reading and writing poetry, participants share and critically discuss each other's works in a supportive atmosphere.
Sat, Oct 17, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Learn four different line dances across different genres, including a Halloween dance. Dances start with an easy level and progress to intermediate. No experience is necessary.
Sat, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Reisterstown Branch
Local historian Ann O'Neill shares stories and highlights from Reisterstown's history and its historic library building.
Sun, Oct 18, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
This encouraging presentation offers helpful techniques for those learning the craft of writing and who are sitting on a fictional story but don't know where to start.
Sun, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri. Gogol Ganguli, son of Indian immigrants, struggles with cultural identity and family expectations. Copies can be reserved and checked out.
Sun, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cockeysville Branch
Sundays just got a little sweeter. Sunday hours from 1 to 5 p.m. are back in select branches. Meet a costumed storybook character and get free treats, while supplies last.
Mon, Oct 19, 9:30am - 2:30pm
Owings Mills Branch
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, Oct 19, 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 19, 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 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Join us every Monday morning for a different family-friendly film. Coloring supplies available.
Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 10:45am
Parkville-Carney Branch - Picture Book Room
Learn how pumpkins grow and more by exploring autumn's favorite fruit inside and out.
Mon, Oct 19, 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 19, 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 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
A certified yoga Instructor guides you through yoga moves for a gentle stretch and strengthening of the body.
Mon, Oct 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Mon, Oct 19, 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.
Mon, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 1st Floor
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Mon, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Join us for engaging conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books.
Mon, Oct 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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, Oct 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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.
Mon, Oct 19, 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, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Join us for a lively discussion of this year's One Maryland One Book selection, No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney.
Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Public Service Area
Join other knitters and stitchers for a night of conversation and needlework. This meetup is held in the magazine reading area.
Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Towson Branch - Towson 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."
Mon, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
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 19, 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, Oct 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:30am
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Learn computer basics while improving your mouse skills. Topics include using the start menu, opening applications and switching between windows. Limited space available; first come, first served.
Tue, Oct 20, 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 20, 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 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Parkville-Carney Branch - 2nd Floor
Join us for a lively discussion of Tom Lake by Ann Patchett.
Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 10:45am
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for a story and craft. This month: The Leaf Thief by Alice Hemming.
Tue, Oct 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Sollers Point Branch
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodlawn Branch - Woodlawn Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Towson Branch - Wilson Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Tue, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford Meeting Room (Full Room)
Connect with fellow homeschool families in this freeform program designed to promote community and information sharing.
Tue, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.
Cancelled
Tue, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch
Experience another country's culture, food and history without leaving your hometown. Each month, we explore a documentary that takes us to new places.
Tue, Oct 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Drop in for gaming and play some classics or discover a new favorite.
Tue, Oct 20, 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 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Catonsville Branch - Recording Studio 1
Get certified to use the Catonsville recording studio.
This event is full
Tue, Oct 20, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Catonsville Branch
Spend time with friends after school with a variety of crafts, activities and fun.
Tue, Oct 20, 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 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Rosedale Meeting Room
Watch and discuss all things anime while hanging out with fellow enthusiasts.
Tue, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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.
Tue, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sollers Point Branch
Get in the spirit of the season by creating your own yarn monster keychain. Supplies provided.
Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Share your appreciation for nature with others. This month, we learn about snakes and make our own snake craft. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Tue, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Celebrate the season with an evening of no-carve pumpkin painting. Bring your creativity to design a festive, spooky or silly masterpiece. Supplies provided.
This event is full
Tue, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Catonsville Branch - Public Computers
Join fellow chess enthusiasts for friendly, casual games in a welcoming environment.
Tue, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lansdowne Branch - Lansdowne Meeting Room
Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.
Tue, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult
Learn how politics is influenced by organized religion and religious beliefs and understand the ongoing impact on elections, public policy and the legislative process.
Wed, Oct 21, 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 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Oct 21, 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 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Randallstown Branch - Public Service Area
Speak with a Sage Health professional to learn about healthcare services, wellness resources and preventive care options.
Wed, Oct 21, 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 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
Visit the Baltimore County Department of Health Mobile Truck for Narcan training, HIV and hepatitis C testing, syringe exchange, information about emerging infectious diseases and more.
Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Essex Branch - Study Room 2
The Baltimore County Department of Health presents a workshop on health insurance. Find information about available health plans and receive direct enrollment support.
Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Catonsville Branch - Catonsville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Towson Branch - Children's Area
Let fate decide the body parts you use to create a unique monster to go home with you. Roll, spin and flip to randomly choose pieces that go into your design.
Wed, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Develop language and early literacy skills together through stories, songs, rhymes and movement.
Wed, Oct 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Rosedale Branch - Public Service Area
A tabling event to learn about Family Crisis Center resources.
Wed, Oct 21, 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 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Librarians from our Collection Development department give a preview of forthcoming books from various genres. Join us for this special Book Buzz event at this month's Books and Conversation.
Wed, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Loch Raven Branch
Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.
Wed, Oct 21, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Join us for the Perry Hall homeschool group's monthly academic session.
Wed, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pikesville Branch - Pikesville Meeting Room
Learn about Global Refuge and how they welcome immigrants all over the country, what their work looks like today, and how they welcome immigrants and refugees at their Welcome Center in Baltimore.
Wed, Oct 21, 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 21, 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, Oct 21, 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.
Wed, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Randallstown Branch - COLAB
Create a mini lightbox to give your figurine a glowing backdrop. Supplies provided.
Wed, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Perry Hall Branch - Children's Area
The program pairs younger readers with teen volunteers to build confidence, practice reading skills and foster a love of books in a fun and supportive setting.
Wed, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Sollers Point Branch
In celebration of Día de los Muertos, design a traditional Mexican banner made of colored tissue paper. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Cancelled
Wed, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hereford Branch
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, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Perry Hall Branch - Perry Hall Meeting Room
Discover just how creepy the library can be -- even when it's open. Share your original tale or read one of your frightening favorites.
Wed, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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.
Wed, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Parkville-Carney Branch - 3rd Floor
Join local artist Ant LaVorgna for an art reception and a beginner art workshop where you engage in a meditative exploration of fall colors and watercolor resist techniques.
Wed, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
White Marsh Branch - White Marsh Meeting Room
Craft spooky, fluffy slime with a hidden spider inside. Supplies are limited; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.
Wed, Oct 21, 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, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbutus Branch
Improve your daily English skills at the library. ESOL lessons are for speakers of any language.
Wed, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
Bring in a puzzle and trade it for another one. Refresh your puzzle collection, discover something new and connect with fellow puzzle enthusiasts.
Wed, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hereford Branch - Hereford: The Hive
Share your love of traditional needle arts or be introduced to something new. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome to bring their projects to this learning and sharing evening.
Wed, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reisterstown Branch - Reisterstown Meeting Room
Explore your creative side. Supplies provided. Space is limited.
Wed, Oct 21, 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 21, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.
Wed, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cockeysville Branch - Cockeysville Meeting Room
Just in time for the upcoming holidays. Create a 5" pine cone wreath using natural materials, like pine cones, acorns and seed pods. Supplies provided.
This event is full
Wed, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual - Mobile Adult
Calling all music lovers. Join us for a lively discussion about the songs we love.
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.
Mon, Oct 26, 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, 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.
Mon, Oct 26, 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.
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
Mon, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch - Essex Meeting Room
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.
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.
Tue, Oct 27, 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, 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, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Catonsville Branch
Spend time with friends after school with a variety of crafts, activities and fun.
Tue, Oct 27, 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.
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.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
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, 10:00am - 10:30am
Pikesville Branch
Encourage language development and early literacy through interactive 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.
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
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.
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.
Thu, Oct 29, 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 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.
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.
Fri, Oct 30, 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 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.
Fri, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Arbutus Branch - Arbutus Meeting Room (Full Room)
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.
Sat, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Loch Raven Branch - Loch Raven Meeting Room
Discover Maryland's mysteries with members of the Maryland Paranormal Society and the Maryland Ghost Trackers.