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Acting like a kid again at “A Fair to Remember,” in the Foundation
Focus section.
Anime/Manga look-alikes pour tea at the Essex Mad Hatter’s Tea
Party.
Sun writer Jay Hancock analyzes the economy at Pikesville.
What it takes to rear a gold medals-winner according to Debbie
Phelps at Randallstown.
Go a-haunting for dinosaurs in Arbutus.
Picture taking with a “Wild Thing” at Arbutus.
Celebrate fall at the New Perry Hall.
Not just for wags – Karma Dogs visit Catonsville and Perry Hall.
Tips on minding your business in the Programs for Everyone section.
How-to make a Whimmy-Diddle at Catonsville, Hereford and Pikesville.
Teens can put their best face forward at Lansdowne, Parkville, Perry
Hall and Randallstown.
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Fall into Fun @ Your Library – Ages 11-17
After School Video Gaming Fun
– Show your skills at playing Rock Band, Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero
and other Wii and Xbox 360 games. Arbutus, Catonsville, Lansdowne, North
Point, Randallstown, Rosedale.
Anime/Manga Fun – New
releases and old favorites. Essex, Pikesville and Randallstown. Dress as
your favorite character for the third annual evening of tea, snacks and
contests at Essex.
Making the Right Moves –
Try your hand at a challenging board game. Learn basic strategies, practice
and play at “Let Us Teach You Chess.” Lansdowne, Randallstown.
Get Smart – Learn the
ropes of college preparation at Catonsville and Lansdowne. Find out about
community outreach, getting ready for college and entrepreneurship while
earning student service learning hours at “4 Youth, by Youth” at
Randallstown and Rosedale.
Discovery – “Break a
leg” sharing your talents onstage at “Improv,” Essex and “Open Mic,”
Catonsville. Music lovers – discover your DJ forte at “Hey Mr. DJ.”
Catonsville, Lansdowne, Randallstown, Rosedale.
Hands On – Make and
share great tasting food at Lansdowne’s “Food Fest.” Obtain the hands-on
skinny about putting your best face forward at “Skin Care,” with
demonstrations by a Mary Kay beauty consultant, plus giveaways of a color
card and makeup samples. Lansdowne, Parkville, Perry Hall, Randallstown.
Book Clubs – Lively
discussions of hot reads. At Randallstown, take home a free copy of the
featured book. In November, design and create your own book. North Point,
Randallstown.
What Is a Book? – When
is a book not a book – at least a traditional variety? Make a book that’s
“outside the box” at Lansdowne and Randallstown.
For more information on these and other teen programs,
go to
www.bcpl.info/teens.
Most teen programs are sponsored by a
grant from the Local Management Board. For more information, call Elizabeth
Rafferty at Youth Services, 410-887-0517.
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 Foundation Focus
www.foundationforbcpl.org
"Art for Charity" – A Benefit for the Foundation for BCPL
Already thinking about holiday shopping? A beautiful piece of artwork
not only makes a wonderful gift, its purchase can also benefit a great cause
– the Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library! Local artist Pamela
Miller has generously selected the Foundation for BCPL as her designated
charity for the entire fourth quarter of 2009. Throughout October, November
and December, 30 percent of all sales made on
www.pmillerabstractart.com
(and at the artist’s discretion, her other discount outlets) will go to the
foundation.
After her successful career in technology, in 2006 Pamela Miller became a
full-time artist and this year launched “Art for Charity.” The foundation is
grateful to be among the first beneficiaries of this fantastic initiative.
Please consider patronizing this talented artist by visiting her Web site
www.pmillerabstractart.com.
Foundation for BCPL Welcomes New Board Member
In July, the Foundation for BCPL welcomed Todd Carpenter as a new board
member. Todd is managing director of the National Information Standards
Organization (NISO), a Baltimore-based, nonprofit that fosters the
development and maintenance of international standards, facilitating the
creation, persistent management and effective interchange of information
used in publishing, research and learning. Applications for foundation board
members are currently being accepted. If you are interested in serving on
the board of the foundation, please contact Heidi Gillis at 410-887-2457 or
hgillis@bcpl.net.
Foundation on Facebook
Keep up-to-date with happenings at BCPL by becoming a fan of the
Foundation for BCPL on Facebook. You’ll find weekly updates of events at
BCPL and future postings of progress for the new Storyville scheduled to
open at the Woodlawn library in early 2010.
Come Act Like a Kid Again
Return to your childhood on Saturday, September 26 at “A Fair to
Remember,” a fundraiser to benefit the Foundation for BCPL being held at
Goucher College’s Dorsey Center Courtyard, 1021 Dulaney Valley Road in
Towson.
Gather your friends for an evening of casual fun from 6 to10 p.m. that
features delectable food and drink, fun carnival games, great music and a
silent auction full of unique items and experiences. Catering is provided by
Linwoods, and live music by Radiant!
Tickets are only $50 per person. Please note: While you will act like a
kid again, this event is for adults 21 years of age and older!
For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact Julie Dreisch
at 410-887-3282, or go online at
www.foundationforbcpl.org.
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Branch Briefs ▬▬▬▬
One Maryland One Book
Reading is often a solitary pursuit. But imagine if everyone in Maryland
read the same great book at the same time. What kind of conversations could
you have and with whom could you connect or reconnect in your community?
The Maryland Center for the Book, a program of the Maryland Humanities
Council, invites you to be a part of Maryland’s only statewide community
reading program – One Maryland One Book. Pick up a copy of this year’s
selected book, Song Yet Sung by James McBride, and join one of the book
discussions at the following branches:
One Maryland One Book is a program of the Maryland Humanities Council,
funded in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, LSTA grant
funds, through the Division of Library Development & Services, Maryland
State Department of Education.
Kudos
David Goldsmith, former, long-time member of BCPL’s Board of Library
Trustees, has been awarded a Trustee Citation by the Association of Library
Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations (ALTAFF), a division of the
American Library Association. He served on BCPL’s board from 1995 to 2008,
including years as vice president and president. Currently he serves on the
board of the Foundation for BCPL in addition to library board positions at
the state level.
BCPL Director
Jim Fish
has been named by Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley to
serve as member and chair of the Maryland Advisory Council on Libraries.
Welcome New Trustees
Two new members of BCPL’s Board of Library Trustees appointed by Baltimore
County Executive Jim Smith are
Edythe Brooks
and
John Holman. They replace
members who have served their maximum of two five-year terms. Current
trustee Henry Turner was re-appointed.
 Commemorative Book for Sale
Baltimore County, Celebrating a Legacy, 1659-2009, the Historical Society of
Baltimore County’s new commemorative book, is available for sale now at all BCPL branches and bookmobiles. The price for the soft back copies is $29.75
(tax included). BCPL contributed to the book by providing hundreds of
historical images from its collection located on Legacy Web.
 A-Mazing … In June, the Towson Branch officially unveiled its new outdoor
Dragon Maze with a performance by mime Piccolo Pete (Mark Jaster), dragon
crafts, Renaissance music and an opportunity for everyone to explore the
“playable art feature.” Artists for the cement maze were Maryland artist
Sydney Hopkins, who originated the design, and Rachel Bruce, implementer of
the giant stencil cut. Hunt Valley Contractors did the concrete work and
staining. In this photo, Alex counts the dragon’s teeth.
 Sneaks Day
Baltimore County Councilman
Kevin Kamenetz, center, looks on as Baltimore
County Executive
Jim Smith
kicks off BCPL’s summer reading program at the
North Point Library by proclaiming June 8 as Sneaks Day. Early reports
indicate that participation will top last year’s numbers.
Ten-year-old Yosef proves Bubble Lady
Margie Lynch’s ability to put a person
inside one of the numerous bubbles she was busy creating at 13 libraries
this summer.
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Storyville
at Woodlawn
Village for
Children at Woodlawn Branch Underway
An important first step toward the spring 2010 opening of Baltimore
County Public Library’s second Storyville project – Storyville at Woodlawn –
took place in July with Baltimore County’s groundbreaking ceremony for the
Woodlawn Branch addition. The “literacy wonderland,” an interactive,
3,200-sq.-ft., child-sized village for children ages birth to 5 with adults,
is designed to help promote learning success.
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 Support
Foundation for BCPL through
TICKETS Fore CHARITY™
Monday, Sep. 28 – Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009
Baltimore Country Club East Course, Timonium, MD
The Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library is proud to partner with
the Senior Players Championship golf tournament through TICKETS Fore
CHARITY™, a fundraising program designed to generate revenue for local
charities where PGA TOUR tournaments are held.
The Foundation for BCPL will have the opportunity to promote the sale of
tournament tickets with 100 percent of the net proceeds from the ticket
sales going to charity: 75 percent of the proceeds will benefit the
Foundation for BCPL, and 25 percent will benefit The First Tee of Baltimore,
a program which teaches young people life skills through golf.
Showing your support is easy:
- Go to
www.ceseniorplayers.com/tfc to purchase tickets to the Senior
Players Championship golf tournament on behalf of Foundation for BCPL.
- Scroll down and click on the link for Foundation for Baltimore
County Public Library.
- Select the day and quantity of tickets you would like to purchase.
Be sure to enter code BCPL to designate Foundation for BCPL as the
benefiting charitable organization.
- Provide payment information and you will receive a confirmation
e-mail, with your e-ticket attached, shortly thereafter. Please be sure
to print out this ticket and present it at the gate in order to gain
entry!
For more information or if you have any questions, please visit
www.ceseniorplayers.com/tfc
or contact RJ Trzaska at 410-853-7064, x1005.
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Technology Dashboard
All technology programs feature free “what-you-need-to-know”
hands-on training. Required registration begins one week in advance. Check
your local branch listing for dates and times.
Computer Know-How at Your Library – 13 years and up
Don’t be intimidated by computers! Learn to use the mouse and keyboard and
understand basic concepts and terms. Leave feeling comfortable using the
library’s computers. We’ll show you how!
Intro to the Internet – 13 years and up
It’s easier than you think! Learn to search the Internet and discover the
resources on the library’s Web site. (You should be comfortable using a
mouse before attending.)
Intro to the Internet, Part II – 13 years and up
Kick it up a notch! Use advanced features of search engines, learn about
domain names, and evaluate the information you find on the Web.
Intro to Microsoft Word 2007 – 13 years and up
Learn the basics of word processing.
Excel Basics – 13 years and up
Learning how to create a spreadsheet, the computer equivalent of a paper
ledger.
Intro to E-mail – 13 years and up
Learn how to set up your own e-mail account.
E-mail Notification Service
It’s easy to obtain e-mail notices about your reserves and other library
account information, including overdues, lost materials and fines. Simply
provide your current e-mail address at circulation and information desks. Or
sign up online!
Databases – Try Them!
Dozens of free online information resources from home,
work or school. See BCPL’s home page (www.bcpl.info/databases.html)
for a complete listing.
Go Digital for Reading and Listening Pleasure
With a library card and a few clicks on your computer you can download
hundreds of electronic audio books (e-audiobooks), electronic print books
(e-books) and videos onto your own PC, laptop or supported PDA, at home or
away from the library, via the recorded book service BCPL makes available.
Visit OverDrive (maryland.lib.overdrive.com)
to browse and make your choices. For details on equipment, software
requirements and other information, see
www.bcpl.info/e-audio.
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Take
a Look: Programs for Everyone
Infants ages 0-23 months
Baby Boosters Story Time
Simple stories, music, movement and rhymes. Registration required. Arbutus,
Catonsville, Essex, Hereford, North Point, Parkville, Perry Hall,
Pikesville, Randallstown, Reisterstown, Rosedale, Towson, White Marsh,
Woodlawn.
Preschool children ages 2-5
Move It with Uncle Pete
A lively, interactive musical event, featuring Uncle Pete on the guitar.
Arbutus, Hereford, North Point, Parkville, Reisterstown, White Marsh.
School age children
The Magic Is Real
Magician Joe Romano entertains with popular stories, from Harry Potter to
The Cat in the Hat. Arbutus, Hereford, Lansdowne, North Point, Perry Hall,
Randallstown, Reisterstown, Rosedale, Towson, Woodlawn.
Incredible Insects
Live specimens visit, including a giant millipede, Madagascar hissing
cockroach and scorpion.
Essex, North Point, Reisterstown.
Traditional Toy Making
Make toy cars, tops and whimmy-diddles demonstrated with stories by local
toymaker, teacher and historian Michael Brown. Catonsville, Hereford,
Pikesville.
Adults – Young and Old
Fall into Good Books
Share favorite reads over coffee and donuts at “Dunk into a Good Book”
(Arbutus, Hereford, Towson) or share your thoughts and ideas at a book club.
With 11 book clubs to choose from, there’s a range of authors and books for
all tastes – mysteries, classics, new fiction and nonfiction by the likes of
Shaffer, McBride, Berendt, Gruen, McCarthy and McCullough. Parkville, Perry
Hall, Pikesville, Randallstown, Reisterstown, Towson, White Marsh.
Authors, Authors
Four authors delve into a broad range of topics:
Ali Kahn, the Patapsco
River (Catonsville);
Martha Galleher, The Missing Thai Silk King
(Pikesville),
Thomas Cripps, post-war life in Maryland (Pikesville);
Debbie
Phelps, what it’s like to rear an Olympic gold medals winner and his sisters
in A Mother for All Seasons. Randallstown.
Minding Your Business
Small business counseling, startups and financing are topics addressed by
the experts from Baltimore County’s Small Business Resource Center, the
Small Business Development Center at Towson University, or the Small
Business Administration.
Arbutus, Catonsville, Essex, Loch Raven, Parkville,
Randallstown, Rosedale, Towson, White Marsh.
Talks of the Town
Opera highlights, the king of silk and the king of swing, post-war life, a
strange death, heroes of the past, and the economy today are topics up for
discussion by writers and entertainers at the podium for the fall
Guest Speaker Series
presented Wednesdays at 1 p.m. by the Friends of the
Pikesville Library.
All ages
Spin Me a Shadow, Tell Me a Tale
Shadow puppetry by Daniel Barash, performing versions of world folk tales
and treasured picture books. Arbutus, Perry Hall, White Marsh.
Juggling Funny Stories
Funny man Chris Fascione combines comedy, juggling, mime and storytelling.
Arbutus, Catonsville, Lansdowne, Loch Raven, Parkville, Perry Hall,
Randallstown, Rosedale, Towson, Woodlawn.
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
See and touch lizards, snakes and tortoises while learning about their
habitats, eating habits, care and other interesting facts. All libraries
except
Cockeysville, Loch Raven, Parkville, Woodlawn.
Percussion Discussion
Create a sound effects space fantasy with the entire percussion section of
an orchestra.
Catonsville, Pikesville.
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Programs at Your
Library
Registration begins one week before each program when required.
Arbutus
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more about this
library ]
410-887-1451
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.
Tuesdays 10:30 AM
Teen Gaming
Teen
Try your skills at Wii and Xbox 360 games. Snacks served. Registration
required.
Thursdays, 3:30 PM
except Nov 26
Pajama Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Put on your pajamas and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs.
Sep 8 Tue 7:00 PM
Oct 13 Tue 7:00 PM
Nov 10 Tue 7:00 PM
Dunk into a Good Book
Adult
Join us for coffee, donuts and conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about
your favorite books.
Sep 14 Mon 10:00 AM
Oct 19 Mon 10:00 AM
Nov 9 Mon 10:00 AM
The Page Turners
Adult
Join Arbutus library’s book club for a lively book discussion. September,
Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson; October, Song Yet Sung by James
McBride; November, A Three Dog Life by Abigail Thomas.
Sep 15 Tue 7:00 PM
Oct 20 Tue 7:00 PM
Nov 17 Tue 7:00 PM
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.
Sep 16 Wed 10:30 AM
Oct 21 Wed 10:30 AM
Nov 18 Wed 10:30 AM
Baltimore County: Celebrating a Legacy, 1659-2009
Adult
Dr. Barry Lanman, director of the Martha Ross Center for Oral History at the
University of Maryland, Baltimore County, discusses his new book by the same
title. Learn more about our county’s place in American history as we
celebrate 350 years. Book signing to follow.
Sep 16 Wed 7:00 PM
Spin Me a Shadow, Tell Me a Tale
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Daniel Barash introduces the audience to the art of shadow puppetry,
including numerous puppets from Southeast Asia. He then performs shadow
puppetry versions of world folktales and treasured picture books.
Sep 21 Mon 7:00 PM
Make and Take Story Time with Baltimore County Public Schools
2 to 5 years old with adult
A hands-on, interactive workshop for adult and child to collaborate and
create a color-themed learning game to take home.
Sep 22 Tue 10:30 AM
Preschool Prince and Princess Ball
2 to 5 years old with adult
Princes and princesses are invited to a special preschool ball and story
time. Formal attire requested. Caregivers are also welcome to dress up.
Sep 29 Tue 10:30 AM
Juggling Funny Stories
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Join us for this comedic, interactive performance combining comedy,
juggling, mime and storytelling.
Oct 3 Sat 11:00 AM
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers several types of
lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses their native habitats, eating
habits, care and interesting facts.
Oct 5 Mon 7:00 PM
Computer Know-How at Your Library
13 years old and up
Learn basic computer skills. Registration required.
Oct 8 Thu 9:00 AM
Starting and Financing a Small Business
Adult
A discussion on registering a business, the IRS, business plan breakdown,
credit, financing and other subjects.
Oct 10 Sat 2:00 PM
Oct 27 Tue 6:30 PM
Wild Thing Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Bring your camera and a smile to meet Maurice Sendak’s Wild Thing. Encore
appearance at Pajama Story Time.
Oct 13 Tue 10:30 AM
Introduction to the Internet
13 years old and up
Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required.
Oct 15 Thu 9:00 AM
Baltimore County Public Schools Parentmobile
Family – all ages
The Parentmobile, a traveling educational resource center for parents and
families, visits the library.
Oct 20 Tue 10:30 AM
Dinosaur Hunting in Arbutus
Adult
The Friends of the Arbutus Library presents “When Dinosaurs Roamed Arbutus.”
Area resident Rick Smith brings the Cretaceous period to life with slides,
pictures and fossils from the Arbutus region.
Oct 20 Tue 7:00 PM
Introduction to the Internet, Part II
13 years old and up
Learn advanced Internet skills. Registration required.
Oct 22 Thu 9:00 AM
Halloween Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Come in costume and join us for some not-so-scary stories and Halloween
parade.
Oct 27 Tue 10:30 AM
Introduction to Genealogy Online
13 years old and up
Learn how to search for your ancestors using online resources. Required
registration begins one week in advance.
Oct 29 Thu 9:00 AM
Move It! with Uncle Pete
2 to 5 years old with adult
A fun, high-energy, interactive musical event featuring Uncle Pete as he
sings, plays guitar and has full backing tracks that he recorded in his
studio.
Nov 3 Tue 10:30 AM
Introduction to Genealogy Online, Part II
13 years old and up
A more in-depth look at searching for your ancestors online. Required
registration begins one week in advance.
Nov 5 Thu 9:00 AM
Family Fun Night
Family – all ages
Join us for games, crafts, food and more! Elvis will be the musical
entertainment and for the kids, a very special performance by magician Joe
Romano.
Nov 7 Sat 7:00 PM
Books – The Magic Is Real!
School age
Popular children’s books ranging from Harry Potter to The Cat in the Hat are
brought to life by magician Joe Romano.
Nov 7 Sat 8:00 PM
Let’s Get Ready!
2 to 5 years old with adult
Grover, Elmo and Rosita educate kids on how to keep safe, emergencies, call
for help and prepare an emergency kit for your home.
Nov 17 Tue 10:30 AM
Thanksgiving Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Celebrate Turkey Day at this special holiday story time.
Nov 24 Tue 10:30 AM
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Catonsville
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more about this
library ]
410-887-0951
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.
Thursdays , 10:30 AM
except Nov 26
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.
Sep 5 Sat 10:30 AM
Sep15 Tue 10:30 AM
Oct 6 Tue 10:30 AM
Oct 17 Sat 10:30 AM
Nov 3 Tue 10:30 AM
Nov 21 Sat 10:30 AM
Teen Gaming
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Play Rockband, Dance Dance Revolution and other Wii and Xbox 360 games.
Wednesdays 3:00 PM-5:00 PM
The Mystery and Suspense Book Club
Adult
Join us for a lively discussion. September, The Big Sleep by Raymond
Chandler; October, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt;
November, Moscow Rules by Daniel Silva.
Sep 8 Tue 7:00 PM
Oct 13 Tue 7:00 PM
Nov 10 Tue 7:00 PM
Ask a Master Gardener
Adult
Bring your gardening questions to the library and get help from the master
gardeners of Howard County. Plants are welcome!
Sep 12 Sat 10:00 AM-Noon
H.E.A.R.T.S.
School age
Register your shy or reluctant reader to read to a Karma Dog.
Sep 12 Sat 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Sep 19 Sat 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Sep 26 Sat 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Oct 3 Sat 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Oct 10 Sat 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Oct 17 Sat 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Oct 24 Sat 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Oct 31 Sat 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Open Mic Night
Teen
Share your creative writing and performance skills onstage. Bring your
poetry, rap, music and other talents and show us what you’ve got!
Registration begins at 6:30 p.m.
Sep 14 Mon 7:00 PM
Nov 9 Mon 7:00 PM
ESOL Café
Adult
Practice your English with native speakers and other English language
learners. Enjoy light refreshments and meet people from around the world.
All are welcome!
Sep 15 Tue 6:30 PM
Oct 20 Tue 6:30 PM
Nov 17 Tue 6:30 PM
Small Business Counseling
Adult
Do you have business questions? Register for a free, one-on-one counseling
session with an adviser from the Baltimore County Small Business Resource
Center.
Sep 15 Tue 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Oct 20 Tue 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Nov 17 Tue 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
The Book Group
Adult
Join us for a discussion. September, The Nine by Jeffrey Toobin; October,
Lady Chatterley’s Lover by D. H. Lawrence; November, Fruitless Fall by Rowan
Jacobsen.
Sep 17 Thu 7:00 PM
Oct 15 Thu 7:00 PM
Nov 19 Thu 7:00 PM
Keeping It Smart
Teen
Junior and senior high school students, with their parents, prepare for
college. Learn how to choose the right school, go through admissions and
receive financial aid.
Sep 21 Mon 7:00 PM
Hey Mr. DJ!
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Should you be a club DJ or a mobile DJ? Do you know music genres and
history? Can you keep people on the dance floor? Find out what it’s really
all about. And remember, love the music!
Sep 22 Tue 7:00 PM
Books, Coffee and Conversation
Adult
Join us in the morning or evening for coffee, cookies and engaging
conversation. Talk about your favorite books with other readers.
Sep 23 Wed 10:00 AM & 7:00 PM
Oct 28 Wed 10:00 AM & 7:00 PM
Nov 18 Wed 10:00 AM & 7:00 PM
Itsy Bitsy Yoga for Babies
Birth through 10 months with adult
Babies enjoy yoga while on their backs, tummies or held in loving arms.
Parents learn breathing and relaxation techniques. One caregiver per child.
Registration required.
Sep 23 Wed 10:00 AM
Juggling Funny Stories
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Join us for this comedic, interactive performance combining comedy,
juggling, mime and storytelling.
Sep 30 Wed 7:00 PM
Festival de la Familia
Families with children
Celebrate Hispanic American Heritage Month with a family festival, including
crafts, games, food and music.
Oct 1 Thu 7:00 PM
Composting Basics for Beginners
Adult
Get your garden ready for fall! Join the Baltimore County master gardeners
for a lesson on composting and fall gardening. Registration required.
Oct 6 Tue 7:00 PM
Let’s Get Ready
2 to 5 years old with adult
Teach your preschooler what to do in an emergency. Grover, Elmo and Rosita
help explain how to stay safe. Presented by the Baltimore County Department
of Public Health and Emergency Preparedness.
Oct 8 Thu 10:30 AM
Saturday Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Come to a fun weekend story time for preschoolers and their parents.
Oct 10 Sat 10:30 AM
Nov 14 Sat 10:30 AM
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers several types of
lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses their native habitats, eating
habits, care and interesting facts.
Oct 21 Wed 7:00 PM
Percussion Discussion
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A comical introduction to percussion. This program brings the entire
percussion section of an orchestra into the room and includes a sound
effects space fantasy.
Nov 1 Sun 2:00 PM
Patapsco River History
Adult/teen
Ali Kahn speaks about her book Patapsco: Life Along Maryland’s Historic
River Valley. Book signing follows.
Nov 7 Sat 2:00 PM
Cherokee Storytelling
School age
Native American Joseph Stands with Many presents his Cherokee stories with
music and dancing. Sponsored by the Friends of the Catonsville Library.
Nov 12 Thu 7:00 PM
Traditional Toy Making
School age
Join local toymaker, teacher and historian Michael Brown as he uses his
storytelling skills to demonstrate traditional American wooden toys. You’ll
have hands-on experience as you learn how to use simple hand tools and make
toys such as cars, tops and whimmy-diddles.
Nov 21 Sat 2:00 PM
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Cockeysville [ more about this library ]
410-887-7750
The Cockeysville Branch will undergo
renovations beginning this fall.
Look for a new and improved Cockeysville Branch in 2010.
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The Cockeysville Branch will be undergoing renovations during the time
period covered by this issue of dateLines.
All Baltimore County Public
Library branches offer a vast variety of library programs for all ages and
the Towson and Hereford branches have scheduled additional programs.
The Cockeysville Branch
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Essex
[ more about this library ]
410-887-0295
Friday 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 11:00 AM
(there will be NO story time on Friday October 30)
Saturday 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.
Sep 5 Sat 11:00 AM
Oct 3 Sat 11:00 AM
Nov 7 Sat 11:00 AM
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.
Sep 9 Wed 11:00 AM
Sep 19 Sat 11:00 AM
Oct 14 Wed 11:00 AM
Oct 17 Sat 11:00 AM
Nov 11 Wed 11:00 AM
Nov 21 Sat 11:00 AM
Computer Know-How at Your Library
13 years old and up
Learn basic computer skills. Registration required.
Sep 10 Thu 9:00 AM
Nov 5 Thu 9:00 AM
Friends and Amigos Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays in both English and Spanish.
Sep 12 Sat 11:00 AM
Oct 10 Sat 11:00 AM
Nov 14 Sat 11:00 AM
Starting and Financing a Small Business, Part I
Adult
Discussion on registering a business, the IRS, business plans, credit,
financing and other topics to help get a business started. Registration
required.
Sep 15 Tue 6:30 PM
Introduction to the Internet
13 years old and up
Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required.
Sep 17 Thu 9:00 AM
Nov 12 Thu 9:00 AM
Starting and Financing a Small Business, Part II
Adult
A continuation of Part I, featured guest speakers give more in-depth
information on starting a small business.
Sep 22 Tue 6:30 PM
Anime/Manga Club
Teen
Discuss manga and view new releases and old favorites. Snacks provided.
Sep 24 Thu 7:00 PM
Nov 19 Thu 7:00 PM
Improv at the Library, Part I
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Learn the basics of hilarious and amazing improv, as well as different types
of improv formats, structures and games. Registration required.
Oct 1 Thu 7:00 PM
What’s in a Book?
Ages 11 to 13
A program aiming to develop skills to enable academic competitiveness
through the use of games, arts and crafts, and hands-on activities and
discussion as the children create their own stories.
Oct 14 Wed 4:00 PM
Improv at the Library, Part II
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Building on the skills learned from Part I, this class emphasizes scene work
and improv games. Registration required.
Oct 15 Thu 7:00 PM
Anime/Manga Club Costume Party
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Dress as your favorite character and come to the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party.
Tea, snacks and contests with prizes are all part of an evening of fun at
this third annual event.
Oct 22 Thu 7:00 PM
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers several types of
lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses their native habitats, eating
habits, care and interesting facts.
Oct 24 Sat 2:00 PM
Halloween Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Features stories, songs and activities for Halloween – costumes welcome.
Oct 30 Fri 11:00 AM
This program has been cancelled
Incredible Insects
School age
An introduction to the insect world using live specimens such as a giant
millipede, Madagascar hissing cockroach and scorpion. Audiences learn the
beneficial role of insects in nature and their importance to the ecosystem.
Nov 6 Fri 2:00 PM
Real Teen Talk
Teen – ages 13 to 17
Spend an hour with popular teen lit author Paula Chase Hyman talking
everything from popularity to the “s” word. No parents allowed. After a
round table discussion, participants will be asked to write an advice
column, magazine style, as a group, tackling their issue of choice.
Nov 19 Thu 5:30 PM
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Baby Boosters Story Time
Birth through 23 months with adult Interact with your child to nurture a
love of reading by enjoying stories, activities and songs together.
Tuesdays 10:30 AM
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.
Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 AM
except Nov 26
Hereford Library Book Group
Adult
Join us for a lively book discussion. September, The Guernsey Literary and
Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer; October, Song Yet Sung by James
McBride; November, The White Tiger by Aravind Adiga. Sponsored by the
Friends of the Hereford Library.
Sep 2 Wed 1:00 PM
Oct 7 Wed 1:00 PM
Nov 4 Wed 1:00 PM
My First Songs with Rick Waterhouse
2 to 5 years old with adult
A fun interactive program where kids sing, move and use musical instruments.
Old favorites and original songs are featured. Sponsored by the Friends of
the Hereford Library.
Sep 17 Thu 10:30 AM
Coffee Conversations
Adult
Join us for coffee and great conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about
your favorite books.
Sep 21 Mon 11:00 AM
Oct 19 Mon 11:00 AM
Nov 16 Mon 11:00 AM
Pet Care
Adult
Join in the conversation with veterinarians from Mt. Carmel Animal Hospital
on the following topics – September, pet dental health; October, physical
therapy; November, arthritis and weight management.
Sep 22 Tue 7:00 PM
Oct 20 Tue 7:00 PM
Nov 17 Tue 7:00 PM
Pajama Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Put on your pajamas and bring your bedtime pals for stories and songs.
Sep 29 Tue 7:00 PM
Nov 24 Tue 7:00 PM
Creatures of the Woods Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Celebrate fall with Oregon Ridge Nature Center director Courtney Peed, who
brings some of her native forest friends!
Oct 15 Thu 10:30 AM
Halloween Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Wear your costume for this special story time, featuring a Jack-o-Lantern
“cut and tell” story.
Oct 21 Wed 10:30 AM
Spooky Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Come have fun at our special spooky story time dressed up in your Halloween
costume!
Oct 27 Tue 6:30 PM
Story Time with Spirit the Dog
2 to 5 years old with adult
Meet Spirit, the education assistance dog, as her human companion Ann
Gearhart, of the Snyder Foundation for Animals, introduces us to dogs
through stories and art. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hereford Library.
Oct 29 Thu 10:30 AM
Books – The Magic Is Real!
School age
Popular children’s books ranging from Harry Potter to The Cat in the Hat are
brought to life by magician Joe Romano.
Oct 24 Sat 2:00 PM
Move It! with Uncle Pete
2 to 5 years old with adult
A fun, high-energy, interactive musical event featuring Uncle Pete as he
sings, plays guitar and has full backing tracks that he recorded in his
studio.
Nov 5 Thu 10:30 AM
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers several types of
lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses their native habitats, eating
habits, care and interesting facts.
Nov 14 Sat 2:00 PM
Traditional Toy Making
School age
Join local toymaker, teacher and historian Michael Brown as he uses his
storytelling skills to demonstrate traditional American wooden toys. You’ll
have hands-on experience as you learn how to use simple hand tools and make
toys such as cars, tops and whimmy-diddles.
Nov 28 Sat 2:00 PM
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Fun Food Fest!
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Learn some easy ways to make great tasting foods and try them out with
friends. Registration required.
Thursdays, 2:30 PM
except Nov 26
Teen Gaming
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Try your skills at Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero and other fun Wii and
Xbox 360 games. Registration required.
Thursdays , 3:00 PM
except Nov 26
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.
Saturdays 1:00 PM
Pajama Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Put on your pajamas and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs.
Mondays, 7:00 PM
except Sep 7 and Oct 12
Let Us Teach You Chess
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Chess players from beginner to intermediate levels learn basic strategies.
Each session includes instruction, practice and play.
Wednesdays 4:00 PM
Sep 16 through Nov 18
Real Teen Talk
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Spend an hour with popular teen lit author Paula Chase Hyman talking
everything from popularity to the “s” word. No parents allowed. After a
round table discussion, participants will be asked to write an advice
column, magazine style, as a group, tackling their issue of choice.
Sep 22 Tue 4:00 PM
Juggling Funny Stories
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Join us for this comedic, interactive performance combining comedy,
juggling, mime and storytelling.
Sep 28 Mon 7:00 PM
What Is a Book?
Teen – ages 11 to 17
What constitutes a book? Information? Material? Physical location? We talk
about traditional versus “outside the box” and then get to make a
nontraditional book. Registration required.
Oct 13 Tue 3:00 PM
Educational Talent Search
Teen – ages 11 to 17
So you want to go to college? Come find out how to create a successful
future for yourself!
Oct 26 Mon 3:00 PM
Nov 23 Mon 3:00 PM
Books – The Magic Is Real!
School age
Popular children’s books ranging from Harry Potter to The Cat in the Hat are
brought to life by magician Joe Romano.
Oct 26 Mon 7:00 PM
Skin Care for Teens
JUST ADDED!
Teen – ages 11 to 17
An opportunity for teens to have a hands-on learning experience on how to
care for their skin, reduce acne and maintain a healthy complexion. Each
participant receives a color card with makeup samples to teach makeup
application. Taught by a professional beauty consultant from Mary Kay.
Oct 27 Tue 5:00 PM
Halloween Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Come in costume to a not-so-spooky Halloween story time.
Oct 31 Sat 1:00 PM
Hey Mr. DJ!
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Should you be a club DJ or a mobile DJ? Do you know music genres and
history? Can you keep people on the dance floor? Find out what it’s really
all about. And remember, love the music!
Nov 10 Tue 3:30 PM
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers several types of
lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses their native habitats, eating
habits, care and interesting facts.
Nov 16 Mon 7:00 PM
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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.
Sep 16 Wed 10:30 AM
How to Start and Finance a Business
Adult
The Small Business Administration gives instruction on starting, financing,
credit and business plan development for potential business owners. E-mail
tonia.mccoy@sba.gov to register.
Sep 26 Sat 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
Juggling Funny Stories
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Join us for this comedic, interactive performance combining comedy,
juggling, mime and storytelling.
Sep 30 Wed 10:30 AM
How to Start and Finance a Business, Part II
Adult
Potential business owners will receive small business advice from a lender,
tax advisor and insurance broker. E-mail
tonia.mccoy@sba.gov to register.
Sep 30 Wed 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Halloween Preschool Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Interact with your child to nurture a love of reading by enjoying Halloween
stories, activities and songs together.
Oct 21 Wed 10:30 AM
Thanksgiving Preschool Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Interact with your child to nurture a love of reading by enjoying
Thanksgiving stories, activities and songs together.
Nov 18 Wed 10:30 AM
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North Point
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Computer Room
13 years old and up
Use our Computer Room to work
independently in a quiet environment. Work on lengthy projects such as
résumés and term papers, or use
BCPL’s online databases.
Reservations
are suggested; walk-ins are welcome, space permitting.
Thursdays, 4
p.m. to 7 p.m., and Sundays, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
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.
Wednesdays 10:30 AM
Let’s Talk About Books!
Adult
Join us for a lively book discussion group sponsored by the Friends of the
North Point Library. Call before each meeting to receive important
preparation information.
Sep 1 Tue 7:00 PM
Oct 6 Tue 7:00 PM
Nov 3 Tue 7:00 PM
After-School Gaming
Teen
Try your skills at Rock Band and other fun Xbox 360 and Wii games.
Registration required.
Sep 2 Wed 3:30 PM
Sep 16 Wed 3:30 PM
Oct 7 Wed 3:30 PM
Oct 21 Wed 3:30 PM
Nov 4 Wed 3:30 PM
Nov 18 Wed 3:30 PM
Computer Know-How at Your Library
13 years old and up
Learn basic computer skills. Registration required.
Sep 8 Tue 7:00 PM
Oct 13 Tue 7:00 PM
Nov 3 Tue 7:00 PM
Teen Book Club
Teen
Join us for a lively book discussion of some of the hottest teen reads.
September, Down a Dark Hall by Lois Duncan; October, Tattoo by Jennifer Lynn
Barnes; November, Crank by Ellen Hopkins.
Sep 9 Wed 3:30 PM
Oct 14 Wed 3:30 PM
Nov 11 Wed 3:30 PM
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.
Sep 10 Thu 10:30 AM
Sep 24 Thu 10:30 AM
Oct 8 Thu 10:30 AM
Oct 22 Thu 10:30 AM
Nov 12 Thu 10:30 AM
ESOL Café
Adult
Practice your English while enjoying coffee, cake and conversation with
native English speakers at this free program.
Sep 12 Sat 2:00 PM
Oct 10 Sat 2:00 PM
Nov 14 Sat 2:00 PM
Introduction to the Internet
13 years old and up
Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required.
Sep 15 Tue 7:00 PM
Oct 20 Tue 7:00 PM
Nov 10 Tue 7:00 PM
Successful Interview
Adult
Come prepared to learn all the skills involved in successful interviewing –
preparing, exchanging information and following up. The concept of
behavioral interviewing, what many organizations use today, is defined and
explained.
Sep 17 Thu 7:30 PM
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers several types of
lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses their native habitats, eating
habits, care and interesting facts.
Sep 19 Sat 2:00 PM
T.I.C. Meeting
Teen
Join the Teens in Control (T.I.C.) group and get involved with your library.
Make suggestions for teen programs, graphic novels, video games and more.
Refreshments served.
Sep 23 Wed 3:30 PM
Oct 28 Wed 3:30 PM
Introduction to the Internet, Part II
13 years old and up
Learn advanced Internet skills. Registration required.
Sep 24 Thu 2:00 PM
Latin American Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with stories about Latin America.
Sep 30 Wed 10:30 AM
Incredible Insects
School age
An introduction to the insect world using live specimens such as a giant
millipede, Madagascar hissing cockroach and scorpion. Audiences learn the
beneficial role of insects in nature and their importance to the ecosystem.
Oct 17 Sat 2:00 PM
THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED
Books – The Magic Is Real!
School age
Popular children’s books ranging from Harry Potter to The Cat in the Hat are
brought to life by magician Joe Romano.
Oct 25 Sun 2:00 PM
Introduction to E-mail
13 years old and up
Learn basic e-mail skills. Registration required.
Oct 28 Wed 7:00 PM
Halloween Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Join us for a fun Halloween story time – costumes are welcome!
Oct 28 Wed 10:30 AM
Move It! with Uncle Pete
2 to 5 years old with adult
A fun, high-energy, interactive musical event featuring Uncle Pete as he
sings, plays guitar and has full backing tracks that he recorded in his
studio.
Nov 4 Wed 10:30 AM
Introduction to Microsoft Word 2007
13 years old and up
Learn basic word processing skills. Registration required.
Nov 17 Tue 7:00 PM
Thanksgiving Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Join us for a Turkey Day story time.
Nov 25 Wed 10:30 AM
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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.Thursdays , 9:30 AM
except Nov 26
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.
Sep 8 Tue 9:30 AM
Sep 28 Mon 9:30 AM
Oct 13 Tue 9:30 AM
Oct 26 Mon 9:30 AM
Nov 10 Tue 9:30 AM
Nov 23 Mon 9:30 AM
Readers of the Round Table
Adult
Join a lively book discussion. September, Three Cups of Tea by Greg
Mortenson; October, Song Yet Sung by James McBride; November, Water for
Elephants by Sara Gruen.
Sep 15 Tue 10:00 AM
Oct 20 Tue 10:00 AM
Nov 17 Tue 10:00 AM
Pajama Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Put on your pajamas and bring your bedtime pal for stories before bedtime.
Sep 16 Wed 7:00 PM
Oct 21 Wed 7:00 PM
Nov 18 Wed 7:00 PM
Small Business Counseling
Adult
Advisers from the Baltimore County Small Business Resource Center offer free
counseling. Call to register for a one-hour appointment.
Sep 17 Thu 10:00 AM
Oct 15 Thu 10:00 AM
Nov 19 Thu 10:00 AM
Skin Care for Teens
Teen – ages 11 to 17
An opportunity for teens to have a hands-on learning experience on how to
care for their skin, reduce acne and maintain a healthy complexion. Each
participant receives a color card with makeup samples to teach makeup
application. Taught by a professional beauty consultant from Mary Kay.
Sep 19 Sat 2:00 PM
Juggling Funny Stories
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Join us for this comedic, interactive performance combining comedy,
juggling, mime and storytelling.
Oct 3 Sat 1:00 PM
Move It! with Uncle Pete
2 to 5 years old with adult
A fun, high-energy, interactive musical event featuring Uncle Pete as he
sings, plays guitar and has full backing tracks that he recorded in his
studio.
Nov 7 Sat 10:30 AM
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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.
Tuesdays 10:30 AM
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.
Wednesdays 10:30 AM
Computer Know-How at Your Library
13 years old and up
Learn basic computer skills. Registration required.
Sep 3 Thu 9:30 AM
Oct 1 Thu 9:30 AM
Nov 5 Thu 9:30 AM
Introduction to the Internet, Part I
13 years old and up
Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required.
Sep 10 Thu 9:30 AM
Oct 8 Thu 9:30 AM
Nov 12 Thu 9:30 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.
Sep 10 Thu 7:00 PM
Oct 8 Thu 7:00 PM
Nov 12 Thu 7:00 PM
Karma Dogs
School age
Register your shy or reluctant reader to read with a Karma Dog from the
H.E.A.R.T.S. program. These special dogs are friendly, nonjudgmental and
good listeners. Registration required.
Sep 12 Sat 11:00 AM
Sep 19 Sat 11:00 AM
Sep 26 Sat 11:00 AM
Oct 3 Sat 11:00 AM
Oct 10 Sat 11:00 AM
Oct 17 Sat 11:00 AM
Oct 24 Sat 11:00 AM
Oct 31 Sat 11:00 AM
Garden Adventures for Kids
School age
Enjoy gardening, stories and crafts with master gardener Dorothy Wells.
Registration required.
Sep 12 Sat 2:00 PM
Oct 17 Sat 2:00 PM
Introduction to the Internet, Part II
13 years old and up
Learn advanced Internet skills. Registration required.
Sep 17 Thu 9:30 AM
Oct 15 Thu 9:30 AM
Perry Hall Reading Group
Adult
Join us in the discussion. September, Year of Wonders by Geraldine Brooks;
October, The Road by Cormac McCarthy; November, Thunderstruck by Erik
Larson.
Sep 17 Thu 7:00 PM
Oct 15 Thu 7:00 PM
Nov 19 Thu 7:00 PM
Spin Me a Shadow, Tell Me a Tale
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Daniel Barash introduces the audience to the art of shadow puppetry,
including numerous puppets from Southeast Asia. He then performs shadow
puppetry versions of world folktales and treasured picture books.
Sep 23 Wed 7:00 PM
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.
Sep 24 Thu 10:30 AM
Oct 22 Thu 10:30 AM
Juggling Funny Stories
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Join us for this comedic, interactive performance combining comedy,
juggling, mime and storytelling.
Sep 28 Mon 2:00 PM
Celebrate Fall at the New Perry Hall!
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Join us for a special performance by Mutts Gone Nuts, a virtual tour of the
historic Perry Hall Mansion and a variety of activities, crafts and more!
Oct 3 Sat 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
NOTE CHANGE IN TIME!
Skin Care for Teens
Teen – ages 11 to 17
An opportunity for teens to have a hands-on learning experience on how to
care for their skin, reduce acne and maintain a healthy complexion. Each
participant receives a color card with makeup samples to teach makeup
application. Taught by a professional beauty consultant from Mary Kay.
Oct 6 Tue 7:00 PM
Fall Pajama Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Wear your PJs and slippers and join us at the fireplace for a special fall
story time!
Oct 13 Tue 7:00 PM
Books – The Magic Is Real!
School age
Popular children’s books ranging from Harry Potter to The Cat in the Hat are
brought to life by magician Joe Romano.
Oct 16 Fri 2:00 PM
Creating Video for the Web
Teens 11-17
Learn basic tips for making your web videos interesting and watchable.
You’ll be shown basic video production skills and techniques to make your
videos stand out.
Oct 26 Mon 7:00-8:00 pm
Halloween Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Come in costume and join us for a special Halloween story time!
Oct 28 Wed 10:30 AM
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers several types of
lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses their native habitats, eating
habits, care and interesting facts.
Nov 7 Sat 2:00 PM
Thanksgiving Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Celebrate Thanksgiving at this special holiday story time.
Nov 25 Wed 10:30 AM
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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
Music Together with Bettina Leu
2 to 5 years old with adult
Encourage your child’s natural enthusiasm for music and movement in this
fun-filled program.
Sep 4 Fri 10:30 AM
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.
Sep 5 Sat 11:00 AM
Sep 16 Wed 11:00 AM
Oct 3 Sat 11:00 AM
Oct 21 Wed 11:00 AM
Nov 7 Sat 11:00 AM
Nov 18 Wed 11:00 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.
Sep 9 Wed 7:00 PM
Oct 14 Wed 7:00 PM
Nov 18 Wed 7:00 PM
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.
Sep 10 Thu 11:00 AM
Sep 24 Thu 11:00 AM
Oct 8 Thu 11:00 AM
Oct 22 Thu 11:00 AM
Nov 12 Thu 11:00 AM
Anime Fun
Teen
Join us and view new releases and old favorites.
Sep 16 Wed 7:00 PM
Oct 21 Wed 7:00 PM
Nov 23 Mon 7:00 PM
Chapter Two
Adult
Join Pikesville’s book club for a lively book discussion. Call for important
preparation information.
Sep 23 Wed 7:00 PM
Oct 28 Wed 7:00 PM
Nov 18 Wed 7:00 PM
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The Friends of the Pikesville Library
Guest Speaker Series
Adult – Wednesdays at 1 p.m.
Jonathan Palevsky
Oct 7 — Welcome the program director of WBJC as he entertains us
with “An Afternoon at the Opera.”
Martha Galleher
Oct 14 — This Maryland author discusses her new book The Missing
Thai Silk King: A Niece’s Search for Jim Thompson.
Seth Kibel
Oct 21 — One of the Mid-Atlantic region’s premier saxophonists
presents “Benny Goodman, King of Swing.”
Thomas Cripps
Oct 28 — Step into post-war life as this Maryland author
presents “Movies, Race and World War II.”
Jeff Korman
Nov 4 — Manager of the Maryland Room at the Enoch Pratt Free
Library reveals “The Life and Strange Death of John Wilkes
Booth.”
Molly Edgar
Nov 11 — Join the senior lecturer of The Walters Art Museum when
she explores our human need for superhuman and mortal heroes in
“Heroes! – Mortals and Myths in Ancient Greece.”
Jay Hancock
Nov 18 — This noted Baltimore Sun writer answers the question
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Percussion Discussion
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A comical introduction to percussion. This program brings the entire
percussion section of an orchestra into the room and includes a sound
effects space fantasy.
Oct 25 Sun 2:00 PM
Video Gaming at the Library
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Come enjoy playing video games in the library.
Nov 14 Sat 3:00 PM
Family Game Night
Family – children under 6 with adult
Join Keith Levy and the Games Club of Maryland for board and card games of
all kinds. Registration required.
Nov 19 Thu 6:00 PM
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers several types of
lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses their native habitats, eating
habits, care and interesting facts.
Nov 22 Sun 2:00 PM
Traditional Toy Making
School age
Join local toymaker, teacher and historian Michael Brown as he uses his
storytelling skills to demonstrate traditional American wooden toys. You’ll
have hands-on experience as you learn how to use simple hand tools and make
toys such as cars, tops and whimmy-diddles. Registration required.
Nov 29 Sun 2:00 PM
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Randallstown
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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.
Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 AM
except Nov 26
Yu-Gi-Oh!
Teen
Meet other fans of Yu-Gi-Oh! in the Randallstown Teen Area. Special anime
screenings to be announced.
Wednesdays 3:30 PM
starting Sep 2
4 Youth, by Youth
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Join us to find out about how to give back to your community, get ready for
college and learn about entrepreneurship. Student service learning hours may
be earned.
Wednesdays 3:30 PM-5:00 PM starting Oct 7
Let Us Teach You Chess
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Players learn rules of standard chess, bughouse chess and blitz chess. Each
session includes instruction, practice and play. No experience necessary.
Thursdays 3:30 PM-5:00 PM
Sep 3 though Nov 19
Book Buddies
Teen/elementary/preschool
Teen mentors read with preschool and elementary level readers for 30-minute
sessions. Registration required.
Saturdays 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
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.
Saturdays 11:00 AM
Computer Know-How at Your Library
13 years old and up
Learn basic computer skills from Verizon Helping Hands. Registration
required.
Sep 5 Sat 9:00 AM
Oct 3 Sat 9:00 AM
Nov 7 Sat 9:00 AM
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers several types of
lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses their native habitats, eating
habits, care and interesting facts.
Sep 5 Sat 2:00 PM
Teen Gaming
Teen
Try your skills at Rock Band, Guitar Hero and other fun Wii and Xbox 360
games. Registration required.
Sep 8 Tue 3:30 PM
Sep 22 Tue 3:30 PM
Oct 6 Tue 3:30 PM
Oct 20 Tue 3:30 PM
Nov 3 Tue 3:30 PM
Nov 17 Tue 3:30 PM
The Bookends
Adult
Join us for a lively book discussion. September, Life Is Short But Wide by
J. California Cooper; October, The Scarecrow by Michael Connelly; November,
Shanghai Girls by Lisa See.
Sep 9 Wed 7:00 PM
Oct 14 Wed 7:00 PM
Nov 11 Wed 7:00 PM
Small Business Counseling
Adult
Advisers from the Baltimore County Small Business Resource Center offer free
counseling. Call to register one week in advance for a one-hour appointment.
Sep 10 Thu 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Oct 8 Thu 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Nov 12 Thu 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Introduction to the Internet
13 years old and up
Learn basic Internet skills. Taught by Verizon Helping Hands. Registration
required.
Sep 12 Sat 9:00 AM
Oct 10 Sat 9:00 AM
Nov 14 Sat 9:00 AM
Hey Mr. DJ!
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Should you be a club DJ or a mobile DJ? Do you know music genres and
history? Can you keep people on the dance floor? Find out what it’s really
all about. And remember, love the music!
Sep 15 Tue 6:30 PM
Dreamers of Tomorrow Book Club
Teen
Share your ideas in a relaxed, fun setting. A brand-new, free copy of the
featured book is yours to keep. September, The Hunger Games by Suzanne
Collins; October, The Compound by S. A. Bodeen; November, The Rose That Grew
from Concrete by Tupac Shakur – teens also design and create their own book
with supplies and instruction provided by a local artist! Registration
required.
Sep 17 Thu 7:00 PM
Oct 15 Thu 7:00 PM
Nov 19 Thu 6:30 PM
Introduction to Microsoft Word
13 years old and up
Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Taught by Verizon Helping Hands.
Registration required.
Sep 19 Sat 9:00 AM
Oct 17 Sat 9:00 AM
Nov 21 Sat 9:00 AM
Mother/Daughter Yoga
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Mothers and daughters learn yoga postures together to induce calm and
relieve stress. Yoga mats provided. Written parental permission and
registration required.
Sep 23 Wed 6:30 PM
Meet the Author – Debbie Phelps
Adult
Debbie Phelps visits to discuss her book A Mother for All Seasons. Book
sales and signing follows.
Sep 26 Sat 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Juggling Funny Stories
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Join us for this comedic, interactive performance combining comedy,
juggling, mime and storytelling.
Oct 3 Sat 3:00 PM
How to Start and Finance a Small Business
Adult
October 7, Tonia McCoy, of SBA, discusses registering a business, the IRS,
business plans, credit, financing and more to help get a business started;
October 14, lending, taxes and insurance are covered – plus, a banker, tax
advisers and an insurance adviser are available for questions.
Oct 7 Wed 6:30 PM- 8:00 PM
Oct 14 Wed 6:30 PM- 8:00 PM
Skin Care for Teens
Teen – ages 11 to 17
An opportunity for teens to have a hands-on learning experience on how to
care for their skin, reduce acne and maintain a healthy complexion. Each
participant receives a color card with makeup samples to teach makeup
application. Taught by a professional beauty consultant from Mary Kay.
Oct 20 Tue 7:00 PM
Books – The Magic Is Real!
School age
Popular children’s books ranging from Harry Potter to The Cat in the Hat are
brought to life by magician Joe Romano.
Nov 8 Sun 2:00 PM
What Is a Book?
Teen – ages 11 to 17
What constitutes a book? Information? Material? Physical location? We talk
about traditional versus “outside the box” and then get to make a
nontraditional book. Registration required.
Nov 19 Thu 7:00 PM
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Reisterstown
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410-887-1165
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.
Wednesdays 10:30 AM
It’s Groovy Baby – Shakin’ and Makin’ Music
2 to 5 years old with Adult
An interactive program with songs, chants and fingerplays with Bettina Leu.
Sep 3 Thu 10:30 AM
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.\
Sep 10 Thu 10:30 AM
Sep 12 Sat 10:30 AM
Sep 24 Thu 10:30 AM
Oct 8 Thu 10:30 AM
Oct 17 Sat 10:30 AM
Oct 22 Thu 10:30 AM
Nov 12 Thu 10:30 AM
Nov 21 Sat 10:30 AM
Reisterstown Readers
Adult
Join us for a lively book discussion. September, The Necklace: Thirteen
Women and the Experiment That Transformed Their Lives by Cheryl Jarvis;
October, Song Yet Sung by James McBride; November, Unholy Grail by D. L.
Wilson.
Sep 10 Thu 7:00 PM
Oct 8 Thu 7:00 PM
Nov 12 Thu 7:00 PM
All About Dogs Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Join us for stories and activities about dogs.
Sep 21 Mon 10:30 AM
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers several types of
lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses their native habitats, eating
habits, care and interesting facts.
Oct 10 Sat 2:00 PM
Move It! with Uncle Pete
2 to 5 years old with adult
A fun, high-energy, interactive musical event featuring Uncle Pete as he
sings, plays guitar and has full backing tracks that he recorded in his
studio.
Oct 15 Thu 10:30 AM
Incredible Insects
This program has been cancelled.
School age
An introduction to the insect world using live specimens such as a giant
millipede, Madagascar hissing cockroach and scorpion. Audiences learn the
beneficial role of insects in nature and their importance to the ecosystem.
Oct 24 Sat 10:30 AM
We Love Farm Animals Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Join us for stories and activities about farm animals.
Oct 26 Mon 10:30 AM
Dinosaurs Are Amazing Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Join us for stories and activities about dinosaurs.
Nov 23 Mon 10:30 AM
Books – The Magic Is Real!
School age
Popular children’s books ranging from Harry Potter to The Cat in the Hat are
brought to life by magician Joe Romano.
Nov 28 Sat 10:30 AM
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Rosedale
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410-887-0513
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 Storyville
is an interactive
learning center for young children, birth to age 5, to enjoy with
their parents and caregivers.
Come visit
Storyville,
where joyful play is learning.
Storyville is a Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library
project. |
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.
Mondays, 9:30 AM
except Sep 7 and Oct 12
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.
Tuesdays 10:30 AM
4 Youth, by Youth
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Join us to find out about how to give back to your community, get ready for
college and learn about entrepreneurship. Student service learning hours may
be earned. Registration required.
Tuesdays 3:30 PM-5:00 PM
starting Oct 6
Video Games for Teens
Teen
Try your skills at Rock Band, Guitar Hero and other fun Wii and Xbox 360
games. Registration required.
Wednesdays 3:00 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
Knitting with Carolyn
Adult
Tricks and tips of knitting with expert Carolyn Weaver.
Sep 8 Tue 7:00 PM
Sep 22 Tue 7:00 PM
Oct 13 Tue 7:00 PM
Oct 27 Tue 7:00 PM
Nov 10 Tue 7:00 PM
Nov 24 Tue 7:00 PM
Small Business Counseling
Adult
Advisers from the Baltimore County Small Business Resource Center offer free
counseling. Call one week in advance to register for a one-hour appointment.
Sep 9 Wed 10:00 AM
Oct 14 Wed 10:00 AM
Nov 11 Wed 10:00 AM
Computer Know-How at Your Library
13 years old and up
Learn basic computer skills. Registration required.
Sep 10 Thu 9:00 AM
Sep 19 Sat 9:00 AM
Oct 8 Thu 9:00 AM
Oct 17 Sat 9:00 AM
Nov 12 Thu 9:00 AM
Nov 21 Sat 9:00 AM
Résumé Writing Workshop
Adult
Learn tips and tricks for creating a successful résumé.
Sep 14 Mon 6:00 PM
Oct 5 Mon 6:00 PM
Nov 23 Mon 6:00 PM
Introduction to the Internet
13 years old and up
Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required.
Sep 17 Thu 9:00 AM
Sep 26 Sat 9:00 AM
Oct 15 Thu 9:00 AM
Oct 24 Sat 9:00 AM
Nov 19 Thu 9:00 AM
Nov 28 Sat 9:00 AM
Books – The Magic Is Real!
School age
Popular children’s books ranging from Harry Potter to The Cat in the Hat are
brought to life by magician Joe Romano.
Sep 25 Fri 10:30 AM
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers several types of
lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses their native habitats, eating
habits, care and interesting facts.
Sep 26 Sat 2:00 PM
Juggling Funny Stories
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Join us for this comedic, interactive performance combining comedy,
juggling, mime and storytelling.
Oct 2 Fri 10:30 AM
Video Gaming After-Hours
Teen
Play Wii and Xbox 360 games at this after-hours program. Pizza, snacks and
drinks provided! Registration required.
Oct 2 Fri 6:00 PM
Fire Prevention Safety
2 to 5 years old with adult
Join the Baltimore County Fire Department for a fire safety program. Fire
truck tour, barring any emergency calls!
Oct 9 Fri 10:30 AM
College Savings Plan of Maryland
Adult
A representative from the nonprofit group College Savings Plan of Maryland
offers practical strategies for affording the cost of higher education.
Oct 22 Thu 7:00 PM
Hey Mr. DJ!
Teen – ages 11 to 17
Should you be a club DJ or a mobile DJ? Do you know music genres and
history? Can you keep people on the dance floor? Find out what it’s really
all about. And remember, love the music!
Nov 9 Mon 4:00 PM
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Towson
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410-887-6166
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Parking in
the Garage
We validate your parking
ticket for a lower rate. Weekends and evenings after 5:30 p.m. parking
costs only $1. |
16th Annual Friends of the Towson Library Book Donation Drive
The Friends of the Towson Library are accepting donations of nearly new
adult and children’s books, DVDs and CDs. A receipt is available upon
request.
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.
Wednesdays 10:30 AM
Friday Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Enjoy stories, activities and songs with your child. Caregivers welcome.
Fridays 10:30 AM
Small Business Counseling
Adult
Register for a one-hour appointment with a counselor from the Baltimore
County Small Business Resource Center.
Sep 1 Tue 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Oct 6 Tue 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Nov 3 Tue 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
ESOL Café
Adult
Enjoy your English! Help others understand or practice. Participate,
volunteer, speak, make friends.
Sep 2 Wed 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Sep 24 Thu 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Oct 7 Wed 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Oct 15 Thu 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Nov 4 Wed 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Nov 19 Thu 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Computer Know-How at Your Library
13 years old and up
Learn basic computer skills. Registration required.
Sep 5 Sat 9:15 AM
Oct 3 Sat 9:15 AM
Nov 7 Sat 9:15 AM
Coffee Conversations
Adult
Join us in the café as we share thoughts and ideas about our favorite books.
Coffee provided.
Sep 9 Wed 11:00 AM
Oct 14 Wed 11:00 AM
Nov 11 Wed 11:00 AM
Introduction to the Internet
13 years old and up
Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required.
Sep 12 Sat 9:15 AM
Oct 10 Sat 9:15 AM
Nov 14 Sat 9:15 AM
Biography Book Club
Adult
Jane Byers, of Towson University’s Osher Institute, facilitates discussions
of “16th and 17th Century Europeans Who Made a Difference.” September, Maria
Theresa of Austria; October, Samuel de Champlain; November, Christopher
Wren. Read any biography to bring different perspectives to the discussion.
Sep 18 Fri 10:00 AM-Noon
Oct 16 Fri 10:00 AM-Noon
Nov 20 Fri 10:00 AM-Noon
One Maryland One Book Discussion
Adult
In cooperation with Towson University’s Cook Library and the Maryland
Humanities Council’s “One Maryland One Book” program, Jane Byers, of the
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Towson University, facilitates a
discussion of James McBride’s Song Yet Sung, a gripping tale of escaped
slaves, free blacks and slave catchers on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
Sep 18 Fri 1:00 PM-2:30 PM
Introduction to the Internet, Part II
13 years old and up
Learn more advanced Internet skills. Registration required.
Sep 19 Sat 9:15 AM
Oct 17 Sat 9:15 AM
Nov 21 Sat 9:15 AM
Nuts and Bolts of Starting and Planning Your Business
Adult
The Small Business Development Center at Towson University teaches you how
to write a business plan and other aspects of starting a business.
Registration required.
Sep 22 Tue 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Nov 24 Tue 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Towson Book Club
Adult
Join us for a discussion. September, The Attack by Yasmina Khadra; October,
Song Yet Sung by James McBride; November, The Lost Painting by Jonathan Harr.
Sep 24 Thu 7:00 PM
Oct 22 Thu 7:00 PM
Nov 19 Thu 7:00 PM
Sunday Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Enjoy stories, activities and songs with your child.
Sep 27 Sun 1:30 PM
Oct 25 Sun 1:30 PM
Nov 29 Sun 1:30 PM
Sunday Baby Boosters Story Time
Birth through 23 months with adult
Enjoy simple stories, rhymes, fingerplays and music for you and your baby.
Registration required.
Sep 27 Sun 2:30 PM
Oct 25 Sun 2:30 PM
Nov 29 Sun 2:30 PM
Korea’s Place in the Sun – Deferred
Adult
Nine years ago the Nobel Peace Prize was conferred on South Korean President
Kim Dae-jung, when it seemed like the last of the Cold War was thawing.
Today the dream of Korean reunification seems farther away than ever. Hal
Piper, foreign editor and foreign correspondent for the Baltimore Sun, looks
at lost opportunities, nuclear gamesmanship and prospects for a happy ending
for Korea. (Sponsored by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Towson University.)
Oct 3 Sat 2:00 PM
Halloween Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Put on your costume and join us for Halloween stories, songs and activities.
Followed by our annual parade!
Oct 30 Fri 10:30 AM
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Saturday Mornings in the Towson Children’s Castle
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Preschool Story Time
Family – children under 6 with adult
Enjoy story times and
programs in the castle.
Saturdays 10:30 AM
(except Saturday, October 31)
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Bettina Leu Story Time
2 to 5 years old with adult
Enjoy a musical story time with
Bettina Leu, local music teacher.
Sep 5 Sat 11:00 AM
-
Critter Caravans’
Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with
adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers
several types of lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses
their native habitats, eating habits, care and interesting
facts.
Sep 12 Sat 10:30 AM
-
Juggling Funny Stories
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Join us for this
comedic, interactive performance combining comedy, juggling,
mime and storytelling.
Oct 3 Sat 9:30 AM
-
Meet the Animals
Family – children under 6 with The Cat in the Hat are brought to
life by magician Joe Romano.
Oct 31 Sat 11:00 AM
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Animals, Animals,
Animals!
Family – children under 6 with adult
A
naturalist from Irvine Nature Center helps children touch and
learn about live animals – in the castle.
Nov 28 Sat 10:30 AM
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410-887-5097
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.
Thursdays, 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM
except Nov 26
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.
Sep 1 Tue 10:30 AM
Sep 15 Tue 10:30 AM
Sep 22 Tue 10:30 AM
Oct 6 Tue 10:30 AM
Oct 20 Tue 10:30 AM
Oct 27 Tue 10:30 AM
Nov 3 Tue 10:30 AM
Nov 17 Tue 10:30 AM
Nov 24 Tue 10:30 AM
21-Day Book Club
Adult
Join other readers in a lively book discussion. September, Truman by David
McCullough; October, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by
Mary Ann Shaffer; November, The End of Manners by Francesca Marciano.
Sep 2 Wed 7:00 PM
Oct 7 Wed 7:00 PM
Nov 4 Wed 7:00 PM
Dogs 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 about dogs.
Sep 8 Tue 10:30 AM
Computer Know-How at Your Library
13 years old and up
Learn basic computer skills. Registration required.
Sep 12 Sat 9:00 AM
Oct 10 Sat 9:00 AM
Nov 7 Sat 9:00 AM
Spin Me a Shadow, Tell Me a Tale
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Daniel Barash introduces the audience to the art of shadow puppetry,
including numerous puppets from Southeast Asia. He then performs shadow
puppetry versions of world folktales and treasured picture books.
Sep 24 Thu 7:00 PM
Introduction to E-mail
13 years old and up
Leran how to set up your own e-mail account. Registration required.
Sep 26 Sat 9:00 AM
Oct 24 Sat 9:00 AM
Nov 21 Sat 9:00 AM
Farm Animals 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 about farm animals.
Oct 13 Tue 10:30 AM
Slither, Slide, Creep and Crawl
Prekindergarten through 2nd grade
Investigate how sea animals move, eat and protect themselves. A touch
session with live animals included.
Oct 16 Fri 2:00 PM
Critter Caravans’ Pleeze and Squeeze Show
All ages – children under 6 with adult
A see-and-touch program where the audience discovers several types of
lizards, snakes and tortoises and discusses their native habitats, eating
habits, care and interesting facts.
Oct 17 Sat 2:00 PM
Move It! with Uncle Pete
2 to 5 years old with adult
A fun, high-energy, interactive musical event featuring Uncle Pete as he
sings, plays guitar and has full backing tracks that he recorded in his
studio.
Oct 24 Sat 2:00 PM
Nuts and Bolts of Starting and Planning Your Own Business
Adult
Learn how to create a business plan, develop marketing strategies, taxes and
more. Registration required.
Oct 27 Tue 6:00 PM
Dinosaurs 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 about dinosaurs.
Nov 10 Tue 10:30 AM
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Woodlawn
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410-887-1336
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
Computer Know-How at Your Library
13 years old and up
Learn basic computer skills. Registration required.
Sep 12 Sat 9:00 AM
Oct 1 Thu 7:00 PM
Nov 7 Sat 9:00 AM
Ask a Master Gardener
Adult
Drop by between 6 and 8 p.m. for a personal garden consultation with a
certified Maryland master gardener. Bring bugs in a jar, diseased leaves,
photos and/or questions about your garden challenges.
Sep 16 Wed 6:00 PM
Woodlawn Book Club
Adult
Discuss some great books! September, Song Yet Sung by James McBride;
October, Mercy by Toni Morrison; November, Suddenly Single by Shanna Burton.
New members welcome.
Sep 17 Thu 7:00 PM
Oct 15 Thu 7:00 PM
Nov 19 Thu 7:00 PM
Introduction to the Internet
13 years old and up
Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required.
Sep 19 Sat 9:00 AM
Oct 8 Thu 7:00 PM
Nov 14 Sat 9:00 AM
Introduction to Microsoft Word
13 years old and up
Learn the basics of word processing. Registration required.
Sep 24 Thu 7:00 PM
Oct 15 Thu 7:00 PM
Nov 19 Thu 7:00 PM
Juggling Funny Stories
All ages – children under 6 with adult
Join us for this comedic, interactive performance combining comedy,
juggling, mime and storytelling.
Sep 29 Tue 7:00 PM
Learn About State Tax Amnesty NEW
PROGRAM!
Adult
A representative from H&R Block will give an informational talk about the
Maryland State Tax Amnesty.
Sep 30 Wed 7:00 PM
Baby Boosters Story Time
Birth through 23 months with adult
Join us for simple stories, music, movement and rhymes for you and your
baby.
Sep 19 Sat 10:30 AM
Oct 17 Sat 10:30 AM
Nov 21 Sat 10:30 AM
Books – The Magic Is Real!
School age
Popular children’s books ranging from Harry Potter to The Cat in the Hat are
brought to life by magician Joe Romano.
Nov 21 Sat 2:00 PM
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Feel free with Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi)
access at all BCPL branches.
FYI ...
Libraries Closed:
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Labor Day −
Monday, September 7
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Columbus Day
− Monday, October 12
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Thanksgiving
− Thursday, November 26
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Phone Numbers: |
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Administrative Offices |
410-887-6100 |
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Baby Boosters /
Story Timers |
410-887-6127 |
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Foundation for
Baltimore County Public Library |
410-887-3282 |
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Historic Photos for Sale |
410-887-6194 |
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Human Resources Job
Line |
410-887-6177 |
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Maryland Relay for
TTY/TDD Users |
711 |
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Meeting Room
Bookings |
410-887-6109 |
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Mobile Library Services |
410-887-7586 |
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Shelf Help |
410-494-9063 |
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TTY/TICAL |
410-821-5705 |
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24-Hour Storyline |
410-887-6116 |
Web Addresses:
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BCPL Web Site |
www.bcpl.info |
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Focus on the First Years (Birth to
Five) |
www.focusonthefirstyears.info |
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Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library |
www.foundationforbcpl.org |
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Infobank – County Business Information |
www.bcinfobank.com |
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Library Hours:
Monday – Thursday:
9 a.m.
- 9 p.m.
Friday – Saturday:
9 a.m.
- 5:30 p.m.
EXCEPTION:
Loch Raven Library
Monday and Wednesday
9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. |
Sunday Hours: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
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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. Doors open
10 minutes before programs begin.
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,” or in the Technology Dashboard. To register, simply
call 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.
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Baltimore County Public
Library, Towson Maryland USA
Last Revised:
02 November 2009
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