Museums, galleries, theater, dance, and cultural events in Cumberland. Feed your creative side.
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It’s never too early to introduce your little ones to the joy of making music! Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for this free, 30-minute class, led by certified music teachers from Baltimore Choral Arts Society. Children will experience singing, creative movement, and...
At our Anime Club this month, teens can create a framed portrait of their favorite anime character(s) to celebrate both National Anime Day and World Art Day! Cut and fold a DIY frame from paper, then sketch an image of an anime character or OC to slip inside. Keep your creation to hang up on a...
Each year we involve our Elementary School Art Classes and the middle school musicians in a showcasing of student art.
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...
Illustrated story books come to life as retired Towson University dance professor Sandra Perez leads you through creative exercises that teach reading through dance. Reading fundamentals, such as recognition of shapes, sizes, colors, patterns, letters, numbers and words, are covered while we create.
Celebrate Earth Day by creating unique pieces of art using upcycled materials and items from nature. Release your inner creativity and show off nature's beauty.
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...
Join us each week for a fun and easy craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Looking for a space to work on a craft or art project? Want to socialize with other artists and crafters? Come to an open craft night at the library! Sit down with fellow crafters to ply your trade and chat about what you're working on or just be social!
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...
Transform beautiful fabrics into a unique art piece on canvas. Join us for a relaxing and inspiring painting class where adults from all walks of life can come together to create art in a welcoming and supportive space. Let your creativity shine!
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.
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.
Bring your own crochet hook and yarn so you can take your project home to work on. Limited supplies are available to use during the class. What to bring to class:
Learn how to make your very own comic strip at the Brooklyn Branch. Particpants will draw and put together their very own action packed story! Learn about the process behind the scenes of making a comic with this fun craft.
Create marbled paper designs. Unwind and learn about the gentle art of marbling. Materials provided.
Celebrate Earth Month by repurposing old coffee cans into pots for flowers and herbs. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Participants will enjoy a relaxed, welcoming environment where generations can sit side-by-side, share stories, and paint their own canvas masterpiece. Whether it’s a grandparent painting with a grandchild, parents creating alongside their children, or families gathering for a fun creative...
Celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month with us by learning about traditional Moroccan tile mosaics, then make your own unique glass mosaic coaster!
April is National Poetry Month. Join us to celebrate this commemoration by making collage art using mixed media and your creative ideas. Get inspired by poems you know, or create your own poems for your project. All supplies will be provided.
Celebrate creativity and explore Japanese folklore in this hands-on teen craft program! Participants will design and decorate their own kitsune masks, inspired by traditional Japanese mythology and art. This program has limited spaces, and registration is recommended. To register, please...
Let's celebrate the season with a fun craft! Make your own beautiful Spring flower with tissue paper and pipe cleaners.
Now Available with Afternoon and Evening Sessions! Morning Session: 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Join Make Space, a monthly program designed to inspire and support your creativity. Whether you're exploring new materials, seeking feedback, or just looking for a stress-free outlet, our Fine Arts librarian..
To celebrate Earth Day 2026, teens can watch the movie Wall-E and build a tiny terrarium inside a recycled jar for an air-plant! Upcycle extra craft supplies from previous programs to decorate your jars: stick on colorful gems, glue tiny figurines inside, or even sculpt a mini robot fro air-dry...
Young children will enjoy a fun, hands-on craft activity inspired by a favorite nursery rhyme. Participants will listen to the rhyme together and then create a simple art project that brings the story to life using child-friendly materials. This activity encourages creativity, fine motor skills,...
Join us for a button bonanza at Johnston Square! Come punch out, design, or draw your own buttons that show off the stuff that you love! Materials will be provided.
Create your own Koinobor Flying Carp streamer at the library. While working on your creation you will learn about the Koinobori and it's connection to Children's Day which is celebrated in Japan.
Celebrate student artwork from Fifth District Elementary School.
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.
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..
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.
Create your own original artwork led by an instructor. Registration required; email at gvn@prattlibrary.org to register.
In honor of Spring into Stories, pop into some fun as we make sheep with cotton balls. All materials provided.
MLB: Arizona Diamondbacks at Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards
MiLB High-A: Hudson Valley Renegades at Frederick Keys at Nymeo Field
Get creative and explore the world of art through hands-on projects and imaginative fun! Each session features a new artistic adventure designed for young artists to express themselves, try new techniques, and make something awesome. This week kids will explore shapes, squiggly lines, and creative..
Variety of preschool aged activities to support early literacy and school readiness skills. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Make a life size artwork of yourself! This program is for children in kindergarten through 5th grades (ages 5-10).
How does a blank space become a welcoming coffee shop, or an intersection become safer for everyone who uses it? How do museums, products, and shared spaces take shape? Collaboration is often at the center of these transformations. Collaboration is one of the most meaningful aspects of Annie...
Come out for a relaxing night of board games. We have chess, Scrabble, Uno and many other games on hand.
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Ever wanted to fly through space or stand on top of a volcano? With green screen technology, you can! Tweens will act, pose, and film while we replace the background with exciting digital scenes. Create fun photos and short videos while learning a little movie magic along the way.
Explore dancing, shaking and singing your sillies out at this movement-based program. Older siblings welcome.
Join us at the Carroll Creek Amphitheater for Family storytime presented in partnership with Downtown Frederick Partnership. Enjoy stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and more. For potential weather cancellations please check website or call your local library. Ages 0-5 The program will be indoors on...
Enjoy a variety of activities to help develop the skills needed for school. This program is for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Join us for an all-ages storytime featuring songs, stories, and rhymes in Spanish and other world languages.