Learn something new in Lexington Park. Art classes, cooking workshops, fitness programs, and educational events.
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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...
Join us for a discussion of Beowulf: A New Translation by Maria Dahvana Headley, with guidance from Towson University Professor Christopher Cain. This program has a hybrid format. Participate either in person or on Zoom. For help obtaining a copy of the book or more information about the...
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.
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.
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.
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!
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 book and join other readers for a silent reading session, followed by an optional book discussion to share what you are reading. Snacks provided.
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.
Celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month with us by learning about traditional Moroccan tile mosaics, then make your own unique glass mosaic coaster!
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...
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.
Join us each week for a fun and easy craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
Join us for a lively discussion of Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón.
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:
Let's celebrate the season with a fun craft! Make your own beautiful Spring flower with tissue paper and pipe cleaners.
Create your own original artwork led by an instructor. Registration required; email at gvn@prattlibrary.org to register.
This month's selection will be "Zeal" by Morgan Jerkins: a multi-generational epic novel that weaves together two timelines: a historical story of enslaved lovers, Harrison and Tirzah, separated after the Civil War, and a contemporary story of their descendants, Ardelia and Oliver, navigating love.
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...
Join us for a lively discussion of The League of Lady Poisoners: Illustrated True Stories of Dangerous Women by Lisa Perrin.
Celebrate Earth Month by repurposing old coffee cans into pots for flowers and herbs. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.
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.
Calling all teen readers: Chat about your newest reading obsessions with other enthusiasts. Make friends while exercising your right to read.
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...
Join us for a lively discussion of I See You've Called in Dead by John Kenney.
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.
Join us for a lively discussion of Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate.
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.
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.
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..
Join our parent-teen book club and chat about this month's pick while working on a fun craft inspired by the story.
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.
In honor of Spring into Stories, pop into some fun as we make sheep with cotton balls. All materials provided.
Upon suffering a computer overuse injury and seeking treatment, Liza Achilles fell in love with her physical therapist. As her arms healed, she began writing Shakespearean sonnets addressed to him. Between November 2016 and November 2017, Liza continued writing poems to chronicle the true story of.
MiLB High-A: Hudson Valley Renegades at Frederick Keys at Nymeo Field
Led by Karen Arnold, independent scholar, poet and visiting professor at the U.S. Naval Academy. Participants should plan to attend all sessions. This year's titles: April 27: The Nine: The True Story of a Band of Women Who Survived the Worst of Nazi Germany by Gwen Strauss May 18: 8 Lives of a...
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..
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.
Join us in the magic of making an enchanted forest, as our community window art theme "Into the Woods" continues throughout 2026 at the Point of Rocks library. First, we made trees. Now we’re adding miniature woodland creatures and habitats for them. Ideal for ages 8 and up. Younger ages will...
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...