Fun with Animals in Capitol Heights, MD

Zoos, animal encounters, pet events, and wildlife activities in Capitol Heights, MD. Fun for the whole family.

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Craft in Movie: Matilda & DIY Storybooks

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 7:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Orleans Street · 1303 Orleans Street, Baltimore, MD

An intelligent little girl who is neglected by her parents discovers that she has telekinetic powers. Not until a teacher shows her kindness for the first time does she realize that she can use those powers to do something about her sufferings and help her friends as well. Create your own storybook.

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Paws to Read

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 5:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to our therapy dog or cat.

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Animal Ambassadors

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD · Ages 8+

Learn facts about a variety of animals, including snakes, lizards and tortoises, while engaging with them. Appropriate for ages 8 and up.

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Luna Sawyer: "Vampire Queen"

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 7:00 PM UTC · Light Street · 1251 Light Street, Baltimore, MD · Ages 18+

Using the pseudonym Luna Sawyer, Lillian Sykes writes gothic adult fantasy with a touch of romance, magic and mystery. Lillian grew up in Federal Hill and spent many hours in the Light Street Branch. She first discovered her love of storytelling as a teenager, but after overcoming stage 3 tongue..

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Seth Kibel in Concert

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Owings Mills Branch · 10302 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, MD 21117, Owings Mills, MD

In this special concert, Kibel presents an instrumental program focused on the sounds of upbeat jazz, swing and klezmer music.

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Teen Art Club: Pop Up Flowers

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 7:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Johnston Square · 1132 Greenmount Avenue, Baltimore, MD · Ages 10–17

After April showers we see an abundance of May flowers! Join us for Teen Art Club where we will be making our own May flowers pop out of cards. No registration is needed but supplies are limited.

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Teen Bingo

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Cherry Hill · 606 Cherry Hill Road, Baltimore, MD · Ages 10–17

Join us for a fun afternoon and win prizes with the fun of bingo! This program has limited spaces and registration is recommended. To register, please call the Cherry Hill Branch at 410-396-1168

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Visionary Explorers Program

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Randallstown Branch · 8604 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133, Randallstown, MD · Ages 6+

American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) and Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL) are partnering up once again to offer a series of FREE AFTER SCHOOL WORKSHOPS at BCPL's Randallstown Branch. Students ages 6 and up are encouraged to join us in exploring creative new territory inspired by our most...

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Nature Club for Kids: Symbiotic Sidekicks

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · White Marsh Branch · 8133 Sandpiper Cir, Nottingham, MD 21236, Nottingham, MD

Share your appreciation for nature with others. This month, we learn about symbiosis and make a clownfish and anemone craft. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.

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Crafterwork

In 3 weeks · Thu, May 28, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · White Marsh Branch · 8133 Sandpiper Cir, Nottingham, MD 21236, Nottingham, MD

Relax and socialize with an easy craft each month. Supplies provided. Space is limited. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.

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On Mental Health: A Local Authors Presentation

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 10:00 PM–11:15 PM UTC · Randallstown Branch · 8604 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133, Randallstown, MD

In acknowledgement of Mental Health Awareness Month, local authors present their works about grief, trauma, resilience, recovery and other mental health topics.

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Garden Buddies

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD · Ages 18+

Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.

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Monday Crafternoon

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Pikesville Branch · 1301 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208, Pikesville, MD

Join us every Monday afternoon for a fun craft. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

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Making Cards for Our Troops

In 2 weeks · Sat, May 23, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Essex Branch · 1110 Eastern Blvd, Essex, MD 21221, Essex, MD

Join us in creating handmade cards and letters to send to deployed troops, veterans and military families. All supplies will be provided.

Calming Crafternoon: Lavender Sock Bunny

In 1 week · Fri, May 15, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Pennsylvania Avenue · 1531 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Did you know May is Mental Health Awareness Month? Celebrate the season of Zen with a chill crafternoon at the Pennsylvania Avenue branch! You’ll learn how to make a lavender-scented sock bunny, then explore a few simple breathing techniques with your cuddly new pal.

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Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Cockeysville Branch · 9833 Greenside Dr, Cockeysville, MD 21030, Cockeysville, MD

This informational program is appropriate for teenagers. For disability accommodations, please contact the branch.

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Teen Time

In 1 week · Fri, May 15, 6:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Reisterstown Branch · 21 Cockeys Mill Rd, Reisterstown, MD 21136, Reisterstown, MD · Ages 10–17

Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.

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The Coping Well Club

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 7:00 PM UTC · Light Street · 1251 Light Street, Baltimore, MD

Calling all teens and tweens! Join us for an open conversation about managing school stress with Maggie Welling, LCSW-C, Clinical Therapist and founder of Welling Wellness. School stress can feel overwhelming—whether it's deadlines, social pressure, or balancing everything—and you're not alone..

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Bad Art Challenge

In 3 weeks · Thu, May 28, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

The only rule is that there are no rules when it comes to bad art. Create your very own terrible, no good, very bad disaster piece.

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Room Hold ACE Teen Author, Adult Audience for 2026

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 3:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Owings Mills Branch · 10302 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, MD 21117, Owings Mills, MD · Ages 10–17

Room Hold ACE Teen Author, Adult Audience for 2026

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STEM Workshops

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Randallstown Branch · 8604 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133, Randallstown, MD

Participants will explore foundational concepts in engineering and technology, learn how infrastructure and network systems support our daily lives, and gain insight into STEM career pathways. The session is designed to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and innovation in a fun and collaborative.

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Baltimore Hoop Love

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Towson Branch · 320 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204, Towson, MD

Baltimore Hoop Love is excited to bring hula hoops to audiences of all ages for interactive fun for the whole family.

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Edgar Allan Poe Teen Writers Club

In 2 weeks · Sat, May 23, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Cockeysville Branch · 9833 Greenside Dr, Cockeysville, MD 21030, Cockeysville, MD · Ages 10–17

Meet other writers, polish your craft and share your work in a supportive group with an adult facilitator. All genres and skill levels welcome.

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Paper City Storytelling

In 3 weeks · Thu, May 28, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Woodlawn Branch · 1811 Woodlawn Dr, Gwynn Oak, MD 21207, Gwynn Oak, MD

​Build your own paper city by decorating and assembling our pre-printed cityscapes. Then, roll our storytelling dice to create a fun and imaginative tale about your city.​

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Mario Kart Tournament

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Test your skills against other teens in our video game tournaments. The winner of each tournament receives a gift card.

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Smart Money Scavenger Hunt

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Pennsylvania Avenue · 1531 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Teens come and learn budgeting, saving, credit basics, and smart spending—all while competing, collaborating, and having fun. No boring lectures. Just hands-on learning and prizes.

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Adopt a Houseplant

In 2 weeks · Sat, May 23, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Cockeysville Branch · 9833 Greenside Dr, Cockeysville, MD 21030, Cockeysville, MD

Bring your own cuttings and leave with a new houseplant. Make sure to bring the name of the plant and care information with your cutting.

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Teen After Hours

In 2 weeks · Fri, May 22, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Owings Mills Branch · 10302 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, MD 21117, Owings Mills, MD · Ages 10–17

Tonight, the branch is open just for teens. Watch a movie, play games or hang out and have fun. Food provided. Registration required. Contact branch to register.