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Thursday, September 28

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...

Back to School Scavenger Hunt

Find the school supply pictures hidden in the children's area to fill our backpack and win a prize. One prize per child, while supplies last.

a variety of craft supplies splayed out across a table

Caregivers and children, are you looking for a special place to store your library card? Celebrate library card sign up month at the Hampden Branch by...

Games @ 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...

Hispanic Heritage Fact Find and Who’s Who

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and learn about Hispanic people who have achieved, created, and performed great things through an interactive fact find in...

Take & Make: Animal Friend Magnets

Get ready to learn with a smart buddy to display all of your wonderful work on the fridge! This Take & Make kit will be available at the Walbrook Branch...

Colored pencils in a row

Can you turn an abstract line into a cool and exciting picture? Grab an activity packet from the library and try it out! This Take & Make kit will be...

Take & Make: Friendship Bracelets

Make and exchange bracelets with your friends at school! This Take & Make will be available for the month of September or until supplies last.

Take & Make: Leafy Hedgehog

With a sweet snout and cheerful googly eyes, this hedgehog magnet craft kit for kids is sure to be a hit! Layered with colorful autumn leaf shapes, he'll...

Reisterstown Puzzle Club

This program is canceled as the Reisterstown Road Branch is closed for building repairs through mid-November. Drop in to the Reistertown Road branch puzzle...

Senior citizen group

Senior citizen group meets bi-weekly for programs and events of interest in the community and city.

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...

computer keyboard hands

In this 6-part series, 3 topics will be discussed: Introduction to Word 2019 - Part 1 and 2Introduction to Excel 2019 – Part 1 and 2Introduction to...

Coffee, Conversation, and Community (Drop-in Group)

Coffee, Conversation, and Community (Drop-in Group) Join the social work team for some coffee, conversation, and community! This weekly drop-in group is...

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...

Storied Silvers: Reader's Advisory for Elders

Interested in what is new in Large Print? Looking for books that reflect your time in life? Come hear about the books that Pratt Librarians would recommend,...

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
tech mobile tablet apps

Wondering how to get library materials, such as eBooks and audiobooks onto your tablet? Need help figuring out email, social media, or other features of your...

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....

Crafternoon

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

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...

Our Origami Hour

Please join us for a nice hour of fun beginners origami! Materials will be provided for all who participate.

a variety of craft supplies splayed out across a table

Use plastic beads to create bracelets and keychains decorated with various colors and different letters of the alphabet! You can craft bracelets and...

Thursday Family Flicks: Lyle, Lyle Crocodile

Relax after school and watch a family-friendly movie at the Govans Branch. A reptile shares “The House on East 88th St.” with a boy named Josh and his...

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...

Anime Hour

Join Patterson Park's new Anime Hour. We'll watch your favorite anime and discuss what manga you're loving.

Teen Game Night

Come out and enjoy an afternoon of video games and fun. PS4 and a wide selection of video games to choose from as well. We hope to see you there.

writing signing paperwork forms

Construct a simple zine of illustrations, poetry, thoughts, and anything you can imagine. With permission from participants, the library will make copies of...

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...

computer keyboard hands

In this 4-week series, the following topics will be discussed: ABCs of the PC,Skill Builders’ WorkshopsIntroduction to Computers and WindowsStaying Safe...

Introduction to Google Workspace

5-week series: Google DriveGoogle Docs,Google Calendar,Google SheetsGoogle SlidesClass Prerequisite Recommendation - ABCs of the PC, Skill Builders’...

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...

Book Discussion: There There (One Maryland, One Book)

Join the Enoch Pratt Free Library and Maryland Humanities for a discussion of the book There, There by Tommy Orange. FREE copies of the book are available at...

Celebrate Autumn Paint Night

Local artist Dirk Josesph provides step-by-step instructions for you to create your very own landscape painting. Celebrate Autumn with all of its...

Book Bites: Lessons in Chemistry

Join us for this month's book discussion. This program will take place simultaneously in person and via Google Meet. To request a copy of the book, please...

Book Discussion: There There (One Maryland, One Book)

Join the Enoch Pratt Free Library and Maryland Humanities for a discussion of the book There, There by Tommy Orange. FREE copies of the book are available at...

Thursday, September 28