Things to Do This Week in Baltimore

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

Tomorrow · 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...

Open Mic Night

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 9, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Herring Run · 3801 Erdman Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Celebrate National Poetry Month by partcipating in an Open Mic Night. Calling all poets & singers. Come share your talents for a fun filled evening of poetry & karaoke.

San Francisco Giants at Baltimore Orioles

In 2 days · Fri, Apr 10, 11:15 PM UTC · Camden Yards · 333 W Camden St, Baltimore, MD

MLB: San Francisco Giants at Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards

Improv Workshop for Tweens and Teens

Wed, Apr 8, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · White Marsh Branch · 8133 Sandpiper Cir, Nottingham, MD 21236, Nottingham, 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.

Woodlawn Senior Center Book Club

Wed, Apr 8, 5:00 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Woodlawn Branch · 1811 Woodlawn Dr, Gwynn Oak, MD 21207, Gwynn Oak, MD · Ages 55+

Woodlawn Senior Center Book Club at The Woodlawn Senior Center

Fit Lit 101: Zumba Rhythm Breakdown

Tomorrow · 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.

Pop! Goes the Storytime

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 9, 2:30 PM UTC · Waverly · 400 East 33rd Street, 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. For ages 2-5 with a favorite adult. All abilities are welcome.

Financial Health Workshop: Part I

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 9, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Cherry Hill · 606 Cherry Hill Road, Baltimore, MD

Join us for a two-part interactive workshop designed to help you build a stronger financial foundation. Each session focuses on practical tools and knowledge to support everyday financial wellness. Both sessions will be led by LaWren McCullers from M&T Bank. For more information or to register,..

Juggling Funny Stories

Wed, Apr 8, 2:00 PM–2:45 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Chris Fascione's interactive performance combines comedy, mime, juggling and storytelling.

Arizona Diamondbacks at Baltimore Orioles

In 5 days · Mon, Apr 13, 10:35 PM UTC · Camden Yards · 333 W Camden St, Baltimore, MD

MLB: Arizona Diamondbacks at Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards

Spring into Stories: A Family Festival

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD

Are you ready for a FREE family-friendly, fun-filled day complete with stories, songs, early literacy, community resources, and creativity? Join us on Saturday, April 11 from 10 AM to 1 PM at the Central Library for our free family festival! Meet Betsy Bird and Andrea Tsurumi, author and...

Upcycling Book Craft

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 9, 9:00 PM UTC · Southeast Anchor · 3601 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Join us for a creative upcycling craft program., transforming old books into beautiful and creative crafts, using discarded library books.

Toddler Tinker Time

Wed, Apr 8, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Busch Annapolis Library · 1410 West Street, Annapolis, MD · Ages Up to 5

Imaginative fun featuring open-ended, hands-on exploration of different materials and manipulatives. Get creative and inventive - through play!

Spring Migration Bird-Watching Walk

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 1:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Edmondson Avenue · 4330 Edmondson Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Space for this program is limited; registration required. Join us for this Spring Bird-Watching Walk around the local neighborhood led by experts from the Baltimore Bird Club. Participants will engage in the basics of urban bird watching, learn tips and tricks for spotting the different species,...

How to Make a Zine with Kata Kane

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 9, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Roland Park · 5108 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Kata Kane, Baltimore-based comic creator and artist of Altar Girl and GFFs: Ghost Friends Forever, will lead the group in creating an eight-page mini “book” (aka: Zine!) Young creators will participate in a warm up of drawing tips and tricks, while Kata shares helpful comic-creator advice along.

Be Social

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 9, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Owings Mills Branch · 10302 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, MD 21117, Owings Mills, MD

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.

Board Game Night

In 5 days · Mon, Apr 13, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Towson Branch · 320 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204, Towson, MD

Don't be bored--try out some of the board games we have to borrow from our Library of Things. A variety of game types and age categories available.

Anime Fuse Bead Creations

Wed, Apr 8, 7:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Northwood · 4420 Loch Raven Boulevard, Baltimore, MD

Using fuse beads, we'll create art based on popular anime and manga characters that you can add to a keychain or jewellry!

DIY Magnetic Bookmarks

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 9, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Waverly · 400 East 33rd Street, Baltimore, MD · Ages 18+

Celebrate National Library Week with a fun, bookish craft at the Waverly library! In this relaxed DIY program, participants will design and create their own magnetic bookmarks—perfect for marking your place in a favorite read or gifting to a friend. All supplies are provided and no crafting...

Yoga for Beginners

In 2 days · Fri, Apr 10, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Learn basic yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. Please bring a yoga mat.

Let's Dance with Dance Baltimore: Salsa

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 9, 3:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD · Ages 18+

Program registration is recommended but not required. Enoch Pratt Free Library is excited to partner with Dance Baltimore for Let's Dance, a daytime adult dance class. This series of wellness programs encourages movement and well-being through the exploration of various dance styles using...

Babies at Play

Wed, Apr 8, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Busch Annapolis Library · 1410 West Street, Annapolis, MD

Teen Time

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 9, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD · Ages 10–17

Enjoy a chill social hour in our teen space with snacks, board games, video games and more provided for free by us.

DIY Fairy Gardens

In 2 days · 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.

Adult Craft: Diamond Painting

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Govans · 5714 Bellona Avenue, Baltimore, MD · Ages 18+

Create fun designs using colorful gems with diamond painting. Registration required, email at gvn@prattlibrayr.org to register.

Workplace Readiness

Wed, Apr 8, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Southeast Anchor · 3601 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD

In this 4 class session 2 topics will be discussed: Microsoft Word 2024 - Part 1 & 2Microsoft Excel 2024 – Part 1 & 2Class Prerequisite Recommendation - Introduction to Microsoft Office 2024 and Computer Basics.

Be Sensory Social

In 2 days · Fri, Apr 10, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Cockeysville Branch · 9833 Greenside Dr, Cockeysville, MD 21030, Cockeysville, MD

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.

Pop! Goes the Scavenger Hunt

In 5 days · Mon, Apr 13, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Johnston Square · 1132 Greenmount Avenue, Baltimore, MD · Ages 2–5

Explore classic nursery rhymes in a playful, interactive way! Children will search the Library during a nursery rhyme–themed scavenger hunt inspired by Pop Goes the Nursery Rhyme by Betsy Bird and Andrea Tsurumi, then create a simple weasel papercraft to take home. For ages 2-5 with a favorite...

SeniorTec with Microsoft Office 2024

Wed, Apr 8, 2:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Northwood · 4420 Loch Raven Boulevard, Baltimore, MD

In this 4 class session participants will learn ABC's of the PCComputer & WindowsMicrosoft Word Part 1 & 2Class Prerequisite Recommendation – None.

Essex Renaissance Festival

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Essex Branch · 1110 Eastern Blvd, Essex, MD 21221, Essex, MD

Magician Mike Rose presents a magic program consisting of impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around the Renaissance.

Vinyasa Yoga for Beginners

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Learn basic vinyasa yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase fitness, focus and overall wellness. Please bring a yoga mat.

Let’s Create: Tassel Keychain!

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Patterson Park · 158 North Linwood Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Come and create your own Tassel keychain. Limited space registration is required, please call the Patterson Park Branch 410-396-0983

Sensory Social

Wed, Apr 8, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

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.

Build - In Movie: A Minecraft Movie

In 5 days · Mon, Apr 13, 9:30 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Orleans Street · 1303 Orleans Street, Baltimore, MD

Four misfits are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master this world while embarking on a quest with an unexpected, expert crafter. Become an expert crafter and make your own Diamond Pickaxe...

Exploring Art: Mandalas

In 5 days · Mon, Apr 13, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Waverly · 400 East 33rd Street, Baltimore, MD · Ages 18+

Learn about mindfulness by making your own glowing mandala painting to take home. We'll give you the tips to practice mindfulness and meditation at home. All you need to do is bring your imagination for the artwork. All supplies will be provided by the library. This program has limited spaces and..

Small Business Counseling

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 9, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Randallstown Branch · 8604 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133, Randallstown, MD

The advisor can assist with business plan development and site selection, and provide resources for small business funding, loans and minority business enterprise certification.

Garden Buddies

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 6:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Help us design, make and decorate signs to label the plants and produce in our community garden.

Ccbc Snap

Wed, Apr 8, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Essex Branch · 1110 Eastern Blvd, Essex, MD 21221, Essex, MD

Connect with a SNAP benefit eligibility specialist from CCBC to help locate resources and services to support you and your family.

FoTL

Happening now · Tue, Apr 7, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Towson Branch · 320 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204, Towson, MD

FoTL Meeting

Spring Crafternoon

Tue, Apr 7, 7:30 PM UTC · Canton · 1030 South Ellwood Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Join us at the Canton Branch on Tuesdays for an afternoon of spring-themed arts and crafts. We'll explore different celebrations, various art techniques, materials, and styles.

Art Exchange Box Workshop

Wed, Apr 8, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Whether you are a Picasso in the making or just love doodling, this event is your chance to shine. During this class we create art for the art exchange boxes. Let's get artsy together.

One-Shot Adventures

In 5 days · Mon, Apr 13, 6:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Woodlawn Branch · 1811 Woodlawn Dr, Gwynn Oak, MD 21207, Gwynn Oak, MD

Grab your dice and roll for initiative. Join us for a drop-in game of Dungeons & Dragons (5E). Players of all skill levels welcome; pre-generated sheets available. Materials included.

Tea and Table Games

In 2 days · Fri, Apr 10, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Busch Annapolis Library · 1410 West Street, Annapolis, MD

Enjoy classic favorites and discover new games while sipping tea. It's the perfect opportunity to meet new people, challenge your mind, and build community through play. Games include: card games, chess, checkers, mahjong, backgammon, Scrabble, or bring your own. All experience levels welcome....

Baltimore Hoop Love

Wed, Apr 8, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Baltimore Hoop Love is excited to bring hula hoops to audiences of all ages for interactive fun for the whole family.

Teen Chess

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 9, 7:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Johnston Square · 1132 Greenmount Avenue, Baltimore, MD · Ages 10–17

Join us for an afternoon of Chess. Come learn the game and play against other teens! No knowledge needed and boards will be provided!

Nonprofit Program Activities

Wed, Apr 8, 10:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD

Provided by Capacity+ and Greater Baltimore Urban League, this class gives guidance for careful and comprehensive planning that ensures your activities are implemented effectively reaching your target audience with the desired impact. Quality program design involves intentional planning that...

Room Hold ACE Author Visit & Stage Setup

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 6:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Owings Mills Branch · 10302 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, MD 21117, Owings Mills, MD

Room Hold ACE Author Visit & Stage Setup

Plant and Cutting Swap

In 4 days · Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Towson Branch · 320 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204, Towson, MD

Grab your plants and cuttings and join us for a springtime plant swap. Meet other plant enthusiasts, share your excess plants or cuttings and find new ones to add to your collection.

Dungeons & Dragons for Tweens and Teens

Wed, Apr 8, 6:30 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Join us for an exciting and immersive Dungeons & Dragons session. All skill levels and abilities welcome.

Lego® Club

In 5 days · Mon, Apr 13, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Roland Park · 5108 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Join Ms. Jackie and fellow teens as we take on a new LEGO® challenge. Please do not bring your own Legos, we will provide all of the materals.