Pikesville Calendar of Events

 

   Calendar of Events

 

 

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The Friends of the Pikesville Library Guest Speaker Series Adult - Wednesdays at 1 p.m.         Dr. Jacob Casper Nov 16 - The retired veterinarian presents "When Bad Things Happen to Good Pets: Caring for Your Pets During a Disaster." Olive Waxter and Bob Gist Jan 18 - Welcome Ms. Waxter, director, Hippodrome Foundation, and Mr. Gist, docent, as they bring up the curtain on "Broadway in Baltimore: The History and Restoration of the Hippodrome Theatre." Bryan Sears Nov 23 - Welcome the assistant regional editor for Patch.com and learn "Why Local News Coverage is More Important Than Ever." Catherine Rogers Arthur Jan 25 - The director and curator of the Homewood Museum at Johns Hopkins University takes us back in time with "Food, Farming and Festivity in the 19th Century." Zippy Larson Nov 30 - Realtor and tour guide for Zippy Tours take you on a tour of "Fells Point." Dr. Rena Hoisington* Feb 1 - Dr. Rena Hoisington, of the Baltimore Museum of Art, presents "Print by Print." Lauren Small* Dec. 7 - Welcome the author of Choke Creek, the story of two families who trace their roots to the Indian Wars. Jed Gaylin Feb 8 - The music director and conductor of the Hopkins Symphony Orchestra brings his impressive talent to us with the topic "Petrouchka: Cinematography before Film." Delegate Dan Morhaim, M.D. Dec 14 - Please join us for this very important topic as the 11th District delegate shares his book The Better End: How to Survive and Die on Your Own Terms in Today's Modern Medical World. Louis Diggs Feb 15 - The African-American historian and genealogist shares his eighth book, Our Struggles: Historic African-American Communities in Southeast Baltimore County. Dr. Howard Cohn Dec 21 - Our Community College of Baltimore lecturer introduces the Charles Dickens you never knew in "From the Blacking Factory to the World-Class Writing Stage." Angela Roberts-Burton Feb 22 - Welcome the park ranger at the Hampton National Historic Site as she, in period costume, embodies "The African-American Experience at Hampton National Historic Site." Dick Ellwood Dec 28 - The 25-year veteran of the Baltimore City Police Department "tells it all" in his book Cop Stories: The Few, the Proud, the Ugly. A Special Two-Hour Event: In Memoriam, Rhoda P. Levin Miss Elayne Duke Feb 29 - The story of 20th century operatic diva Rosa Ponselle is brought to life through music, multimedia and local Pikesville stories.  Join the director of the Rosa Ponselle Foundation and last living person who knew her.  This program honors the memory of Rhoda P. Levin, president of the Friends of the Pikesville Library, 2000 - 2011. Susan Reimer* Jan 4 - Kick off the new year with the columnist for The Baltimore Sun as she presents "Supersizing the American Job." Judge Dana Levitz Jan 11 - This retired Baltimore County Circuit Court judge fills the hour with "Stories from the Bench."

 

 

January 2012

 

Baby Boosters Story Time

Birth through 23 months with adult

Join us for simple stories, music, movement and rhymes for you and your baby.  Registration required.

Jan 7	Sat	10:30 AM
Jan 11	Wed	10:30 AM
Jan 21	Sat	10:30 AM
Jan 25	Wed	10:30 AM

 

Chapter Five Book Club

Adult

Join Pikesville's book club for a lively book discussion.  January:  In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larson

Jan 25

Wed

7:00 PM

 

Karma Dogs

School age

Register your shy or reluctant reader to read with a Karma Dog from the HEARTS Program.  These dogs are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.

Jan 23

Mon

6:00 PM

 

Lego Fun

School age - 6 to 12 years old/children 6 to 7 with adult

Come create with LEGO blocks!  All supplies provided.

Jan 12

Thu

6:00 PM

 

Pajama Story Time

2 to 5 years old with adult

Wear your PJs and bring your teddy bear for an evening of songs, fingerplays and stories.

Jan 4

Wed

6:30 PM

 

Preschool Story Time

2 to 5 years old with adult

Interact with your child to nurture a love of reading by enjoying stories, activities and songs together.

Fridays

10:30 AM

 

Toddler Story Time

2 to 3 years old with adult

Join us for an interactive program of short stories, music and movement activities for you and your toddler.  Registration required.

Jan 12	Thu	10:30 AM
Jan 26	Thu	10:30 AM

 

Warm Weather Friends*

2 to 5 years old with adult

Candy & Cupcake gather around with all their friends to keep "warm" with songs and stories about snow and animals.

Jan 13

Fri

10:30 AM

 

 

 

February 2012

 

Baby Boosters Story Time

Birth through 23 months with adult

Join us for simple stories, music, movement and rhymes for you and your baby.  Registration required.

Feb 4	Sat	10:30 AM
Feb 8	Wed	10:30 AM
Feb 18	Sat	10:30 AM
Feb 22	Wed	10:30 AM

 

Chapter Five Book Club

Adult

Join Pikesville's book club for a lively book discussion.  February:  The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom

Feb 22

Wed

7:00 PM

 

Family Game Night

Family - children under 8 with adult

Family fun for all, with a wide variety of board games to choose from!

Feb 7

Tue

6:00 PM

 

Karma Dogs

School age

Register your shy or reluctant reader to read with a Karma Dog from the HEARTS Program.  These dogs are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners.

Feb 27

Mon

6:00 PM

 

Let It Snow*

Ages 2 to 5 years old with adult

Snow time stories and crafts for preschoolers!

Feb 10

Fri

10:30 AM

 

Pajama Story Time

2 to 5 years old with adult

Wear your PJs and bring your teddy bear for an evening of songs, fingerplays and stories.

Feb 1

Wed

6:30 PM

 

Preschool Story Time

2 to 5 years old with adult

Interact with your child to nurture a love of reading by enjoying stories, activities and songs together.

Fridays

10:30 AM

 

Toddler Story Time

2 to 3 years old with adult

Join us for an interactive program of short stories, music and movement activities for you and your toddler.  Registration required.

Feb 9	Thu	10:30 AM
Feb 23	Thu	10:30 AM

 

*ASL Interpreter present

 

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Because of space limitations in meeting rooms, to be sure of seating, it’s important to plan an early arrival time. For some programs where a small group is desirable, such as “Baby Boosters” and hands-on technology, registration is necessary. These programs are noted in the dateLines  listing as “registration required.” To register, simply call or visit the branch during the week preceding the program.

 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request.  Eight business days’ notice prior to the event is requested.