Classes & Workshops in Baltimore

Learn something new in Baltimore. Art classes, cooking workshops, fitness programs, and educational events.

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Steve Parke: "Prince"

In 4 weeks · Tue, May 5, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD

Marking the 10th anniversary of Prince’s death, Prince by Steve Parke reveals a stunning collection of exclusive photographs by the singer’s own award-winning photographer and art director, Steve Parke. Prince. Visionary, multi-instrumentalist and extraordinary showman. One of the most...

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

Starts in 7 hrs · Thu, Apr 9, 7:45 PM–8:45 PM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD

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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Fit Lit 101: Zumba Rhythm Breakdown

Starts in 9 hrs · Thu, Apr 9, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Johnston Square · 1132 Greenmount Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Curious about Zumba or dance exercise classes but not sure where to start? In this introductory class, certified instructor Kirsten Ledford will join us at the Johnston Square Branch to break down the core rhythms and steps (like salsa, reggaeton, cumbia, and merengue) at a slower pace. Perfect for.

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DIY Fairy Gardens

Tomorrow · Fri, Apr 10, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Woodlawn Branch · 1811 Woodlawn Dr, Gwynn Oak, MD 21207, Gwynn Oak, MD

Celebrate spring by making your own fairy garden. Use everyday items to create a magical landscape. Supplies provided; first come, first served.

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Pop! Goes the Storytime

Wed, Apr 8, 2:30 PM UTC · Govans · 5714 Bellona Avenue, Baltimore, MD · 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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Coffee and Classics Book Club

Tue, May 12, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Light Street · 1251 Light Street, Baltimore, MD

Join our book discussion on the second Tuesday of each month. This book club is geared toward the classics - both the book kind and the people kind. Our May 2026 book is Big Rock Candy Mountain by Wallace Stegner. This book chronicles the nomadic and often desperate life of the Mason family in...

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Improv Workshop for Tweens and Teens

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 7:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Reisterstown Branch · 21 Cockeys Mill Rd, Reisterstown, MD 21136, Reisterstown, MD

Participants see their self-confidence increase while exploring their own creativity and learning how group trust and teamwork make for amazing and hilarious improv theater. No prior performance or improv experience necessary.

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Fifth District Elementary Art Show Reception

In 5 days · Tue, Apr 14, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Celebrate student artwork from Fifth District Elementary School.

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Visionary Explorers Program

Thu, May 14, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Randallstown Branch · 8604 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133, Randallstown, MD · Ages 6+

American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) and Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL) are partnering up once again to offer a series of FREE AFTER SCHOOL WORKSHOPS at BCPL's Randallstown Branch. Students ages 6 and up are encouraged to join us in exploring creative new territory inspired by our most...

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Humpty Dumpty Fix Up!

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 3:15 PM–4:15 PM UTC · Walbrook · 3203 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Join us for a morning craft at the library as we celebrate Spring into Stories and the book, Pop! Goes the Nursery Rhyme by Betsy Bird and illustrated by Andrea Tsurumi. Little ones will help put their very own Humpty Dumpty back together again.

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Soccer Robot Challenge

Tue, May 12, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD · 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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Pop! Goes the Playdate

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 2:30 PM UTC · Light Street · 1251 Light Street, Baltimore, MD · 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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Bad Art Challenge

Thu, May 28, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

The only rule is that there are no rules when it comes to bad art. Create your very own terrible, no good, very bad disaster piece.

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Poetry-Writing Workshop #7 with Hackerman Writer in Residence Taylor Johnson

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD

Join 2025-2026 Hackerman Writer in Residence poet Taylor Johnson for the seventh in a monthly poetry-writing workshop series. From October through May, we'll meet for two hours on the third Saturday of every month except December, when we’ll meet on the first Saturday of the month. Registration..

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Starting a Small Sustainable Garden

Sat, May 23, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

There are recommendations for native plants, and annuals to add color to your small garden throughout the growing season and suggestions for garden features for year-round interest. Presented by a representative from the Master Garden Program at the University of Maryland Extension.

Computer Basics

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 2:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Southeast Anchor · 3601 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD

In these 2 hour class session participants will learn Staying Safe OnlineThe Internet and how to navigate the World Wide Web.Develop surfing strategies and how to use “Search Engine” programs to enhance your search. Class Prerequisite Recommendation – ABCs of the PC and Skill Builders’...

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Garden Group

In 2 weeks · Thu, Apr 23, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Connect with the community and beautify the parking lot garden beds by planting, weeding, mulching and watering.

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Nature Club for Kids: Symbiotic Sidekicks

Tue, May 19, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · White Marsh Branch · 8133 Sandpiper Cir, Nottingham, MD 21236, Nottingham, MD

Share your appreciation for nature with others. This month, we learn about symbiosis and make a clownfish and anemone craft. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.

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Arbutus School Art Show - 6:00 - 7:30 PM

In 3 weeks · Mon, Apr 27, 8:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Each year we involve our Elementary School Art Classes and the middle school musicians in a showcasing of student art.

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AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center

AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center · 8633 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD

American Film Institute's showcase theater presenting classic films, documentaries, international cinema, and special events. Art deco theater in Silver Spring's downtown with multiple screens. AFI membership programs, filmmaker Q&As, and annual AFI Docs and AFI Latin American Film Festival. One of

Brian Gilmore: “No More Worlds to Conquer”

In 2 weeks · Sat, Apr 25, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD · Ages 55+

Poet Brian Gilmore joins fellow poet Kim Roberts Meikle to discuss his new nonfiction book, No More Worlds to Conquer: The Black Poet in Washington, DC. Washington, DC, has long been home to a dynamic and vibrant African American literary community. In No More Worlds to Conquer, the local poet...

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Moonrise Festival

Moonrise Festival · Pimlico Race Course, 5201 Park Heights Ave, Baltimore, MD 21215, Baltimore, MD

Moonrise is back for the 2022 edition at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore! Join us for a 2-day music & dancing extravaganza that is sure to be out of this world.

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Garden Buddies

Wed, May 20, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD · Ages 18+

Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.

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Pratt Page-Turners Book Club

Sat, May 23, 3:00 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD

Join us for a discussion of The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. A gripping historical mystery based on the real-life diary entries of Martha Ballard, an 18th-century midwife who defied the legal system and wrote herself into American history. Maine, 1789: When the Kennebec River freezes,...

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An Afternoon of Art

Sat, May 9, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

An afternoon of creativity and celebration. Enjoy refreshments as we showcase the incredible work of ETHS art students and honor the dedication of their AP art students.

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Photo Book Meet-Up

In 2 weeks · Thu, Apr 23, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD

Come to the Fine Arts department, where you can get an introduction to the library's photo book collection, most of which can be checked out, and meet other photo/art book enthusiasts. Feel free to bring your own photo books to share as well. This casual get-together will be facilitated by one..

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Knitting Night

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Pikesville Branch · 1301 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208, Pikesville, MD

Learn how to knit or just hang out with others in this stitch craft meetup. Start your first knitting pattern or bring your current project. Limited supplies available. All skill levels welcome.

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Paws and Relax before Finals

In 4 weeks · Mon, May 4, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Woodlawn Branch · 1811 Woodlawn Dr, Gwynn Oak, MD 21207, Gwynn Oak, MD

De-stress before finals with our therapy dog, Silas! You can also relax with some stress-relief art activities.

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Lunch & Learn: Broadcasting from the Beginning: Television in Maryland in the 1920s

Thu, May 14, 5:00 PM UTC · Enoch Pratt Free Library — Central Library · 400 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD

Program registration is recommended but not required. Did you know there were television broadcasts in Maryland during the 1920s? In fact, television pioneer C. Francis Jenkins’s experimental TV station in Wheaton was one of the first in the world to demonstrate television, exactly 100 years...

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Made in the Shade

Sun, May 17, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Choices abound to add variety, structure, texture and color in the shade. Presented by a representative from the Master Garden Program at the University of Maryland Extension.

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Be Involved

Sat, May 16, 1:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Learn how the garden impacts the Catonsville community and give a hand in getting our garden ready for summer. Materials provided.

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Caregiver Meetup and Well-Being Workshop

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 2:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Discover practical, research-based strategies that enhance cognitive vitality and healthy aging while nurturing personal well-being based on Harvard's Pillars of Brain Health. Caregivers learn relaxation techniques, brain-boosting nutrition approaches, stimulating brain aerobics activities and...

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Extra Innings Baseball & Softball

Extra Innings Baseball & Softball · 7467 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Glen Burnie, MD

Indoor batting cage facility near Annapolis with multiple cage speeds for baseball and softball players. Great for off-season training. Pitching lessons, team rates, and birthday parties. Year-round indoor facility.