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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...
Designed for newborns and crawlers; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Pop! into the library for a playdate inspired by our Spring into Stories book, Pop! Goes the Nursery Rhyme by Betsy Bird, illustrated by Andrea Tsurumi. Create your very own nursery rhyme puppet (or any kind of puppet!) to act out your favorite stories with your friends.
Let your little one explore toys, enjoy a board book, and spend time with other caregivers. TK Tickets will be available 15 minutes before the start of the class at the children's desk. This class takes place on the second Monday of each month. Upcoming dates include: May 12June 8
Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
Crochet in a relaxed setting with other fans of the fiber arts at this drop-in event. Bring your projects and learn from each other. Individual instruction not available. Light snacks provided.
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.
Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.
Engage your baby's senses with activities designed just for them while visiting with other caregivers. For ages 0-24 months, with a caregiver.
Create your own original artwork led by an instructor. Registration required; email at gvn@prattlibrary.org to register.
Is your child's car seat installed correctly? A certified Child Passenger Safety Technician from Family Partnership will be on site during baby playgroup to check your installation in your vehicle and answer your questions.
Join us each week for a fun and easy craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
We welcome children of all abilities and their caregivers to a supportive, judgment-free story time. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
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...
Let's celebrate the season with a fun craft! Make your own beautiful Spring flower with tissue paper and pipe cleaners.
The workshop includes hands-on lessons in etching shapes, lettering, skylines, interactive mazes and more. All materials are supplied for the program, with the option to buy them afterward. Limited seating available; first come, first served. Tickets available 30 minutes before program. Sponsored...
Join us for an all-ages storytime featuring songs, stories, and rhymes in Spanish and other world languages.
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!
Flutter into spring with a butterfly inspired Crafternoon. You'll get to decorate your own butterfly mask and then imagine you are visiting all of the beautiful spring flowers.
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.
It’s a PJ Party Storytime! Come dressed for bedtime (or not!) and enjoy a joyful mix of stories, singing, dancing, and snuggly fun for the entire family. Perfect for ages 0+ with a caregiver.
Just chill. If you need a place to chill after school, come up to the Teen Room for a snack and a low-key activity, like a puzzle or Uno. PS5 also available.
Designed for children who range from newly mobile and active to learning to sit for short periods; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served.
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.
Inspired by Musical Storytime? Play with a variety of instruments from around the world and make some music of your own!
Bring your own book and join other readers for a silent reading session, followed by an optional book discussion to share what you are reading. Snacks provided.
Infant to Age 5 with Adult, Older Children Welcome; 30 min. Free ticket required. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities in both English and Spanish. Free tickets will be available at the...
Enjoy a seasonal, nature-filled stories and interactive fun with the Carrie Murray Nature Center.
Join us for a lively discussion of Crow Mary by Kathleen Grissom, who will be visiting us virtually at this special book club event.
This special preschool nature themed storytime coincides with the Frederick City Nature Challenge, where you and your child can become citizen scientists! This program is for children ages 3-5, with a caregiver. The City Nature Challenge is an international community science event, motivating...
Please join us for an informal music performance presented by student musicians from Peabody Conservatory. All ages welcome!
Songs, stories, and play for babies and their grownups. Designed for ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.
Join us for a lively conversation as she shares the inspiration behind her book, insights into her writing process and a glimpse into her life and current projects. If you have questions about your favorite characters, story events or what happens next, there is time to ask during the Q&A session...
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.
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. Free tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class. Class capacity will...
Please visit the Pikesville Branch to register and receive a copy of the book. Presented as part of the Yiddish Book Center's Public Libraries Program, Between Two Worlds , in partnership with the ALA and funded by the Lilly Endowment, Inc.
Preschoolers and their caregivers will build school-ready skills while having fun and exploring their social-emotional selves at this weekly kindergarten prep program. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
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.
Step into the fun and active world of Adult Beyond Words, an inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of people (ages 18+) with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities. Participants may partake in five engaging stations, that include: Motor Skills - with...
Upcycle for our Earth. Turn a tie dyed t-shirt into a tote bag. All materials are provided. Call 410-396-0399 to register. T-shirts are pre-tie-dyed. No tie-dying will happen during the program.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more! This program is for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.
Join us for a lively discussion of The League of Lady Poisoners: Illustrated True Stories of Dangerous Women by Lisa Perrin.
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...
A representative from the Master Gardeners children's division presents stories and crafts about gardening.
Join us inside to explore songs, stories, and fun designed for our youngest audience and their caregivers! This program is intended for children 0-12 months and their families.
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...