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Embark on your crafting journey with 'A Starter's Guide to Cricut'! Discover the magic of precision cutting, unleash your creativity, and dive into the world of Cricut crafting. This event is tailored for beginners eager to explore the endless possibilities of Cricut machines. Join us to learn the..
Join Pratt staff on Wednesday, October 14th in the Poe Room at the Central Library for the 3rd program in our series on the Dark Side of Maryland ! Explore the spooky stories of Maryland's witchy past with us this Halloween season. Hear true tales and folklore from across the state and find out.
Stories, movement, play, and songs for babies in arms and toddlers together. Playtime follows. For little ones under two with a favorite adult. All abilities are welcome.
Get creative and crafty outside of the Art Cove with one of our learning specialists in a hands-on art project out on the museum floor. Become inspired with an immersive art piece! Due to scheduling, all programs are subject to change or cancellations. Thank you for your understanding.
Make a furry, fuzzy, cozy Arctic Planet-inspired puppet. Children and their families will be able to be creative inside the Art Cove, our dedicated space intended to foster curiosity and collaboration through creativity. The Art Cove’s hours may vary based on scheduling, and supplies may be limited.
Mix ice, water, and snow with watercolor paint to create an arctic-inspired artwork! Children and their families will be able to be creative inside the Art Cove, our dedicated space intended to foster curiosity and collaboration through creativity. The Art Cove’s hours may vary based on scheduling,.
Program registration is recommended but not required. Join us for a lecture that explores the intimate relationship between the railroad and the Underground Railroad, with a detailed focus on how the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad supported the movement of freedom seekers before the Civil War....
Program registration is recommended but not required. From William Dorsey Swann, the first self-described “Queen of Drag,” to the legacy of John Waters and Divine, Maryland has been home to numerous figures and places significant to the history of drag. Join librarian Ash Baker to travel...
Pop! in for a special Playdate at the Library featuring toys, books, and a simple craft inspired by Pop! Goes the Nursery Rhyme by Betsy Bird and Andrea Tsurumi. Best for ages 0–5 with a caregiver.
Let's celebrate the season with a fun craft! Make your own beautiful Spring flower with tissue paper and pipe cleaners.
Upon suffering a computer overuse injury and seeking treatment, Liza Achilles fell in love with her physical therapist. As her arms healed, she began writing Shakespearean sonnets addressed to him. Between November 2016 and November 2017, Liza continued writing poems to chronicle the true story of.
Stories, movement, play, and songs for babies in arms and toddlers together. Playtime follows. For little ones under two with a favorite adult. All abilities welcome.
Create a fun shooting star craft just in time for the 4th of July!
Stories, movement, songs, and our most fun activities. Come ready to move, laugh, and learn together. For families with children ages 0-5. All abilities welcome.
Create some fun art creations with other teens! Supplies will be provided, and registration is not required. September 21st 3:30 - 5:00 - Make a Library Tote! October 26th 3:30 - 5:00 - Perler bead creations! November 16th 3:30 - 5:00 - Make a Keychain!
Choose a favorite sea creature and create a miniature diorama showcasing its natural habitat. Using a variety of craft materials, we will design underwater scenes that reflect where each animal lives, from colorful coral reefs and kelp forests to the deep sea and sandy shores. This activity is a...
Get ready to move, sing, and score! This playful Storytime combines soccer-themed books, action songs, and a fun craft while highlighting good sportsmanship.
Join a book club hosted by librarians of the African American Department. We will be discussing Death of the author: a novel by Nnedi Okorafor. Click here for a summary of the book, or to place a hold on a print copy. It is also offered as an ebook and eaudiobook through Libby/Overdrive.
Program registration is recommended but not required. Pratt invites you to slow down and enjoy the magic of stories with us at Lit Out Loud, a program designed for adults to reconnect with the power of oral storytelling. Whether you’re on your lunch break or looking for a quiet escape,...
Program registration is recommended but not required. Pratt invites you to slow down and enjoy the magic of stories with us at Lit Out Loud, a program designed for adults to reconnect with the power of oral storytelling. Whether you’re on your lunch break or looking for a quiet escape,...
In this workshop, participants will learn how to take honest experiences and turn them into structured jokes. We will break down how truth, perspective, and timing work together to create comedy that connects with audiences and builds confidence on stage and off. Fred “Big Fred” Watkins, is a...
Program registration is recommended but not required. Pratt invites you to slow down and enjoy the magic of stories with us at Lit Out Loud, a program designed for adults to reconnect with the power of oral storytelling. Whether you’re on your lunch break or looking for a quiet escape,...
We'll have air dry clay and some ideas for what you can make. You bring your creativity and make a creation to take home!
Join a book club hosted by librarians of the African American Department. We will be discussing The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin. Click here for a summary of the book, or to place a hold on a print copy. It is also offered as an ebook and eaudiobook through Libby/Overdrive.
Join us for a discussion of Positive Obsession: The Life and Times of Octavia E. Butler by Susana M. Morris. This program has a hybrid format. Participate either in person or on Zoom. As the first Black woman to consistently write and publish in the field of science fiction, Octavia...
Join the Library for a Unique Artistic Experience! Drawn to Music is a unique fusion of sound and sight—an immersive experience where live music and visual art come together in real time. As musical performers play an evocative repertoire, artists surround the musicians, sketching the...
Stories, movement, songs, and our most fun activities. Come ready to move, laugh, and learn together. For families with children ages 3-5. All abilities welcome
Calling all family and community history storytellers! We’re looking for your stories to celebrate Black Storytelling Week. Join Pratt Teen Creation Station Coordinator Donaven Bunting as he emcees the evening of Pratt’s open-mic, What’s Your Story? Slam. Tell your stories of Black life in...
Join a book club hosted by librarians of the African American Department. We will be discussing America, U.S.A.: how race shadows the nation's anniversary by Eddie S. Glaude Jr.. Click here for a summary of the book, or to place a hold on a print copy. It is also offered as an ebook and eaudiobook.