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Pop! Goes the Storytime

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 9, 2:30 PM UTC · Waverly · Ages 2–5

Pop! in for a special Spring into Stories storytime featuring Pop! Goes the Nursery Rhyme by Betsy Bird and Andrea Tsurumi. For ages 2-5 with a favorite adult. All abilities are welcome.

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Cherry Blossom Art Lab

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 6, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Pennsylvania Avenue · Ages 10–17

Design your own custom notebook or tote bag using cherry blossom stencils. This teen art workshop encourages creativity and self-expression through layering, color play, and unique designs inspired by blooming cherry trees.

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Morse Code on the B&O Railroad

Sat, May 9, 2:30 PM UTC · Cherry Hill

Did you know that Baltimore is where railroading began in the United States? What about the fact that the first telegraph message received in the country was sent right here to Baltimore? In celebration of Maryland 250 and National “Train Day”, the B&O Railroad Museum will share all about the B&O...

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Live Music: Seth Kibel Celebrates National Library Week!

In 3 weeks · Sat, Apr 18, 7:00 PM UTC · Light Street

Join us to celebrate National Library Week! You will be confusing Light Street with Bourbon Street as you hear the traditional jazz sounds of clarinetist Seth Kibel and his New Orleans-flavored band making music and spreading joy in the library. Weather permitting, the band will lead a parade...

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Pop! Goes the Storytime

In 3 weeks · Thu, Apr 16, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Hampden · Ages 2–5

Pop! in for a special Spring into Stories storytime featuring Pop! Goes the Nursery Rhyme by Betsy Bird and Andrea Tsurumi. For ages 2-5 with a favorite adult. All abilities are welcome.

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Roseanne Brown: "Ghost-Spider"

In 3 weeks · Wed, Apr 15, 8:00 PM UTC · Walbrook

Spider-Verse fan-favorite Ghost-Spider takes on a multi-dimensional conspiracy in this thrilling graphic novel from New York Times bestselling author Roseanne A. Brown! Gwen Stacy does her best to balance being a student, playing in her punk band, and fighting crime as the super hero...

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Teen Afterschool Gaming: Smash Brothers Showdown

In 2 weeks · Tue, Apr 14, 7:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Johnston Square · Ages 10–17

Think you are the best Smash Brothers player around? Come prove your might against other teens at our Smash Brothers showdown. No registration is required.

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Smart Money Scavenger Hunt

Mon, May 18, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Pennsylvania Avenue

Teens come and learn budgeting, saving, credit basics, and smart spending—all while competing, collaborating, and having fun. No boring lectures. Just hands-on learning and prizes.

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Pop! Goes the Playdate

In 3 weeks · Tue, Apr 21, 2:30 PM UTC · Light Street · Ages Up to 5

Pop! in for a special Playdate at the Library featuring toys, books, and a simple craft inspired by Pop! Goes the Nursery Rhyme by Betsy Bird and Andrea Tsurumi. Best for ages 0–5 with a caregiver.

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Art in Practice: An Afterschool Program with Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 9, 7:45 PM–8:45 PM UTC · Central Library

After school at the library, imagination meets inspiration! Art in Practice is a ten-week afterschool program that transforms the Enoch Pratt Library into a vibrant space for creativity and community connection. In partnership with the Maryland Institute College of Art’s (MICA) Master of Arts in...

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Luna Sawyer: "Vampire Queen"

Sat, May 16, 7:00 PM UTC · Light Street · Ages 18+

Using the pseudonym Luna Sawyer, Lillian Sykes writes gothic adult fantasy with a touch of romance, magic and mystery. Lillian grew up in Federal Hill and spent many hours in the Light Street Branch. She first discovered her love of storytelling as a teenager, but after overcoming stage 3 tongue..

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Wednesday Crafternoon

In 3 days · Wed, Apr 1, 7:00 PM UTC · Govans

The perfect midweek creativity break! Kids are invited to drop in, get crafty, and make a fun hands-on project using colorful materials and lots of imagination. Every week brings a new craft and plenty of time to create, explore, and have fun at the library!

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Conversations & Cinemas

Tue, May 12, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Library

Join us for an afternoon of film, dialogue, and community engagement. "Conversations & Cinemas" features a screening of the enlightening film Minari, which follows the life of a Korean-American family that moves to an Arkansas farm in search of their own American Dream. Following the film,...

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Pop! Goes the Storytime

In 4 weeks · Wed, Apr 22, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Johnston Square

Join us for a special themed afternoon storytime at the Johnston Square Branch! To celebrate our Spring into Stories event, we will read "Pop! Goes the Nursury Rhyme"by Betsy Bird and Andrea Tsurumi, and complete a themed craft based on the book.

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Teen Afterschool Gaming: Learn to Play Magic the Gathering

Tue, May 12, 7:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Johnston Square · Ages 10–17

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play Magic the Gathering? Well join us for an afternoon of loving lands, stiffling spells, and casting creatures as you learn to play Magic the Gathering! No experience needed and all skill levels are welcome to play!

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Stop the Bleed Training

In 3 weeks · Sat, Apr 18, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Waverly

The Stop the Bleed campaign by MedStar Health aims to teach community members how to recognize and stop severe bleeding resulting from car accidents, workplace incidents, playground injuries, shootings and larger-scale emergencies like natural disasters. The goal is to create a “community of...

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Mindful Movement with Maya

Thu, May 21, 8:00 PM UTC · Canton · Ages 3–5

Mindful Movement with Maya is a program that seeks to bring introductory yoga principles (breath control, spatial awareness, flexibility, etc.) to young children ages 3-5 years old. Self-regulation is a crucial skill at this stage in development. Using fun stories and age-appropriate imagery will...

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Geoff Bennett: "Black Out Loud"

In 3 weeks · Sat, Apr 18, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Library

The award-winning co-anchor of PBS NewsHour presents a sweeping and insightful retrospective on the history of Black comedy in America. Black comedians have long played a pivotal role in shaping the American sense of humor. The 1990s showcased a golden era for Black comedy, highlighted by the...

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Morse Code on the B&O Railroad

Sat, May 9, 4:30 PM UTC · Central Library

Did you know that Baltimore is where railroading began in the United States? What about the fact that the first telegraph message received in the country was sent right here to Baltimore? In celebration of Maryland 250 and National “Train Day”, the B&O Railroad Museum will share all about the B&O...

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Pop! Goes the Storytime

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 8, 2:30 PM UTC · Govans · Ages 2–5

Pop! in for a special Spring into Stories storytime featuring Pop! Goes the Nursery Rhyme by Betsy Bird and Andrea Tsurumi. With a special teapot craft! For ages 2-5 with a favorite adult. All abilities are welcome.

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Soccer Robot Challenge

Tue, May 12, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Central Library · Ages 12–19

Teens ages 12-19 are invited to join us in the Teen Center for a soccer challenge using Vex IQ robots. Choose your robot, challenge your friends, and drive your way to victory!

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Alice Gerrard: "Custom Made Woman"

In 3 weeks · Wed, Apr 15, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Central Library

Alice Gerrard, an award-winning and storied folk and bluegrass musician for over 50 years, is one of the notable few women in a heavily male genre. Custom Made Woman tells Gerrard’s story through the music, the folk festivals, the kids, and the relationships—both personal and professional—that...

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