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Thursday, August 24

3D Printing

Design a 3D-printed miniature at home and print it out at the Govans Branch! Ask a librarian to find out how to create your own models using TinkerCAD, a...

searching girl with magnifying glass

How well do you know your library? Are you ready to go on a book scavenger hunt? Come to the Walbrook branch, grab a scavenger hunt flyer, find all the books...

Games at Govans

Start a D&D or TTRPG adventure, play your favorite games, or make a new favorite with a wide selection of board, dice, and card games available in the Govans...

cover of book, cd format

Join us as we discuss Barbara Kingsolver's Demon Copperhead. From the acclaimed author of The Poisonwood Bible and The Bean Trees, a brilliant novel that...

Pirate Joke Scavenger Hunt

Find the answer to the pirate joke hidden in the children's area to win a prize. One prize per child, while supplies last.

Soul of the Butterfly: Chicory Magazine & Baltimore's Black Arts Activism Exhibit

Can art be activism? Can a poem make a difference? In the 1960s, Black writers in Baltimore said, "yes" in the pages of Chicory, a poetry magazine published...

Take & Make Grab Bag!

Take and Makes galore! A variety of take & makes are available to take home, from scratchboard art to blackout poetry and more!

Photo of pages of construction paper with curled edges.

Iris Folding is a versatile paper crafts that can be fun for all ages, and can involve designs from the very basic to complex and detailed. Using provided...

Planets in the sky

It's a bird! It's a plane! No, it's a DIY paper rocket! Get all the materials you need to make a straw rocket and do some experimenting to see how far you...

Take & Make: Summer Treat Magnet Craft

These sweet treat magnet crafts celebrate summer fun and make a cool project for any summer day.

Take and Make: Pine Cone Critters

Pick up supplies to make animal friends using felt and pine cones. This Take & Make kit will be available on a first come, first served basis, while...

hands on a globe

This program is canceled as the Forest Park Branch will be closed for renovation beginning September 2, 2023. "Physics" is more than a heavy word, it is...

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Stories, movement, play, and songs for babies in arms and toddlers together. Playtime follows. For little ones under two with a favorite adult. All...

story time, librarian and children

Stories, movement, songs, and our most fun activities. Come ready to move, laugh, and learn together. For families with children ages 2-5. All abilities...

story time, librarian and children

Stories, movement, songs, and our most fun activities. Come ready to move, laugh, and learn together. For families with children ages 2-5. All abilities...

Family Storytime

Stories, movement, songs and rhymes in English and Spanish. Come ready to move and have fun together. For families with children ages 2-5. All abilities...

Future Makers: Electric Vehicles

Build an electric car that can zip and zoom! Assemble axles and bearings on an adjustable platform, using unique connectors and lightweight materials. Then,...

Mr. Jon and his pal George the Monkey

Join multiple Parents' Choice Award winner Mr. Jon for a concert for the whole family! This musical comedy show will have everyone dancing and laughing...

hands on an old typewriter

An empowering and rewarding experience to write an hour each week at the same time and place. This experience serves as powerful support for building your...

12pm
Virtual Event
Thursday Bubble Bonanzas!

Let’s get outside and explore! We will mix our own bubble mix and try different tools for blowing bubbles.

Back to School Bingo

Before heading back to school stop by the library for a bingo game.

Make Your Own Earbud Case

Create your own earbud case using Perler beads, parchment paper, and an iron.

Preschool Storytime

Stories, movement, songs, and play activities that prepare your child for lifelong learning. Come early for playtime. For ages 2-5 with a favorite adult....

Anastasia

Dazzling animation compensates for historical inaccuracies in this musical version of the tale of a waif who may or may not be the daughter of murdered...

colored pencils creative art drawing

Come to the Walbrook Branch and join us for an afternoon of crafts! Every week will be a different craft.

Drawingnoons!

Do you like comics, cartoons, sketches and doodles? Then come spend an afternoon drawing at the Herring Run Branch.

Family Storytime

Stories, movement, songs and rhymes in English and Spanish. Come ready to move and have fun together. For families with children ages 2-5. All abilities...

Virtual Reality Fun

Come and play video games using a virtual reality headset. For children ages 8 to 12 years old, and their family.

Thursday Family Flicks:  Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation

The monster family embarks on a vacation on a luxury monster cruise ship so Drac can take a summer vacation from providing everyone else's vacation at the...

Anime Club

This program is canceled as the Forest Park Branch will be closed for renovation beginning September 2, 2023. Love Anime? Join the Forest Park Anime Club...

Jamercise with Ginger

Jamercise is an exercise program that combines the benefits of a cardio-aerobic workout with elements of dance. Join us in person at the Cherry Hill Branch...

Multiple dice with different numbers of sides

The sound of dice, the sting of defeat, the thrill of victory-what's not to like about role-playing games? Ready your dice for a tabletop roleplaying game...

Photo Book Meet-up

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...

Closeup of two hands holding a video game controller

Come hang out and play video games with your friends on the big screen!

Book Bites: Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid - VIRTUAL ONLY

Join us as we discuss Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid. This is being held online only, as the building undergoes maintenence. "A striking and surprising debut...

6:30pm
Virtual Event

Thursday, August 24