Arts & Culture in Capitol Heights, MD

Visionary Explorers: Hands on Artmaking with the AVAM

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 4:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Randallstown Branch · 8604 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133, Randallstown, MD

Art facilitators from AVAM will supply a treasure trove of unique materials for students to explore and use to create original artwork of their own! Join us each week to create something new!

DINO-mite Outdoor Extravaganza and Stage Show

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Bel Air Library · 100 E Pennsylvania Ave, Bel Air, MD 21014, Bel Air, MD

Celebrate the end of summer in Shamrock Park with the Traveling Library, active games, a community art exhibit, and open mic on stage. Please contact Kim Truxel at the Bel Air Branch Children's Department at 410-638-3151 or truxel@hcplonline.org if you wish to share a talent on stage or participate.

Kaiju & Craft

In 2 weeks · Wed, Aug 12, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Waverly · 400 East 33rd Street, Baltimore, MD

Where did the Godzilla tail scoot come from? Join us for a snarky, silly re-watch of classic kaiju films in the style of Mystery Science Theater and Elvira. We learn the origin of classic memes, as well as doing a themed craft for each event. Part 1: Kaiju habitats Part 2: Build your own...

Dream Big, Play More! Summer Camp at Port Discovery

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 4:00 AM–3:59 AM UTC · Port Discovery Children’s Museum · 35 Market Place, Baltimore, MD, 21202, Baltimore, MD

Looking for a an epic adventure this summer? Join us for up to four weeks with Summer Camp at Port Discovery. Each day campers will dive into STEAM with art creations, engineering experiences and scientific discovery through play. Ample time to navigate the museum’s three floors of interactive fun..

DIY Amber Fossils

In 1 week · Wed, Aug 5, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Loch Raven · 1046 Taylor Avenue, Towson, MD

Make your own fossilized amber craft using glue, watercolor and toy plants/insects.

Cave Art Gallery

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 2:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Fallston Library · 1461 Fallston Rd, Fallston, MD 21047, Fallston, MD

Stop in during library hours to create your own cave painting-inspired masterpieces! Hang it up around our library for our Cave Art Gallery and pick it up at a later date! All materials provided. This program will run through August 15.

Visionary Explorers

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 4:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Randallstown Branch · 8604 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133, Randallstown, MD

Join us each Tuesday of this nine-week program to create something new. Art facilitators from the American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) supply a treasure trove of unique materials for students to explore and use to create original artwork of their own. Participants engage in hands-on art-making...

Anime Club

In 1 week · Fri, Aug 7, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Towson Branch · 320 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204, Towson, MD · Ages 10–17

Chill in the Teen Room while watching anime, trying new snacks, taking fun quizzes and making some art.

Bad Art: Emoji

In 1 week · Thu, Aug 6, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Southeast Anchor · 3601 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Are you good or bad at art? It doesn’t matter! Come over and do bad art with us while showing us your favorite emojis. All supplies will be provided, and staff will lead the activity in English and Spanish. No importa si eres artístico o no eres artístico. Enséñanos tus emojis favoritos...

Monday Crafternoon

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Pikesville Branch · 1301 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208, Pikesville, MD

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

Sit and Stitch Craft Club

In 2 weeks · Wed, Aug 12, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Edgewood Library · 629 Edgewood Rd, Edgewood, MD 21040, Edgewood, MD

Knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, and all other fiber craft enthusiasts are invited to meet up and relax with a current work in progress.

Cave Art

In 2 weeks · Wed, Aug 12, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Loch Raven · 1046 Taylor Avenue, Towson, MD

Craft and Create

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 2:15 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Aberdeen Library · 21 Franklin St, Aberdeen, MD 21001, Aberdeen, MD

Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Pins and Needles: Crochet Club

In 2 weeks · Tue, Aug 11, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Largo-Kettering Branch · 9601 Capital Ln, Largo, MD 20774, Largo, MD

Explore the art of crocheting in this hands-on workshop. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is the perfect place to learn and get creative.

Sit and Stitch

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Lansdowne Branch · 500 Third Ave., Baltimore, MD

Bring your needlework and yarn projects, conversation and questions, and learn from each other.

Monday Movies: Inside Out & Craft

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Brooklyn · 300 East Patapsco Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Join us for a showing of Disney Pixar's Inside Out. While watching enjoy a fun craft. Production year 2015 Rating PG Runtime 102 minutes

Canton Kids Create: Drawing

In 2 weeks · Tue, Aug 11, 7:30 PM UTC · Canton · 1030 South Ellwood Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Join us at the Canton Branch for an afternoon of creative drawing. Children are invited to explore a variety of writing and drawing materials while creating their own artwork. This program encourages imagination, experimentation, and self-expression in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Craft and Create: Unearth a Poem (Blackout Poetry)

In 1 week · Wed, Aug 5, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Spauldings Branch · 5811 Old Silver Hill Rd, District Heights, MD 20747, District Heights, MD

Unleash your creativity while learning new crafting skills! With step-by-step guidance you will unearth a brand new poem from older texts in this blackout poetry workshop. While supplies last. All ages welcome!

Craft and Create: Coffee Ground Fossils

In 1 week · Thu, Aug 6, 8:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Largo-Kettering Branch · 9601 Capital Ln, Largo, MD 20774, Largo, MD · Ages 9–12

Create your own fossil by using coffee grounds and other materials provided. Tweens ages 9-12 and teens are welcome!

Freestyle Art Session

In 1 week · Thu, Aug 6, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Sollers Point · 323 Sollers Point Road, Dundalk, MD

Have fun creating your own style of art. Supplies provided.

Adult Craft: Diamond Painting

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 2:30 PM–3:30 AM UTC · Govans · 5714 Bellona Avenue, Baltimore, MD · Ages 18+

Create fun designs using colorful gems with diamond painting. Registration required, email at gvn@prattlibrary.org to register.

Teen Crafternoon

In 1 week · Fri, Aug 7, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Bel Air Library · 100 E Pennsylvania Ave, Bel Air, MD 21014, Bel Air, MD · Ages 10–17

Get your creative juices flowing and make your own work of art. A variety of craft materials will be available for you to create a masterpiece. If you have a project at home that you keep meaning to get to, bring it in! Each person attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Bel...

Flying Saucers Craft

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Towson Branch · 320 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204, Towson, MD

The truth is out there. Craft your own UFO with a tractor beam and design a miniature alien to pilot it.

Arts & Crafting Day

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Walbrook · 3203 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Join us for a variety of arts & crafts projects, from painting to weaving, from sewing to coloring. Each month will feature a different craft. All supplies will be provided.

Maker Monday

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Randallstown Branch · 8604 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133, Randallstown, MD

Enjoy a new craft on the first and second Mondays of this month. Supplies provided.

Acrylic Pour Painting

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Cherry Hill · 606 Cherry Hill Road, Baltimore, MD

Join us for a fun and relaxing afternoon of acrylic pour painting featuring local artist, Esta Baker. This beginner-friendly art program will guide you through the mesmerizing technique of pouring fluid acrylics onto canvas to create vibrant, abstract masterpieces. All supplies will be...

Baby Craft Time

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Towson Branch · 320 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204, Towson, MD · Ages Up to 5

Join us for open-ended art projects as your little one explores different art materials in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Dress for a mess.

Paint a Maryland Terrapin

In 2 weeks · Wed, Aug 12, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Pennsylvania Avenue · 1531 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD · Ages 10–17

Celebrate Maryland pride with a creative twist! Join us for a fun, hands-on teen program where you’ll paint your very own ceramic turtle inspired by the iconic Maryland terrapins. Whether you go bold with red, black, gold, and white or design something totally unique, this is your chance to show...

Movie and a Craft: "Mr. Peabody and Sherman" (PG)

In 2 weeks · Tue, Aug 11, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Largo-Kettering Branch · 9601 Capital Ln, Largo, MD 20774, Largo, MD

"Canine scientist Mr. Peabody and his adopted son Sherman travel through time on a mission to restore the past after mischievous Sherman wreaks havoc across history." -Swank.com Rated PG Runtime: 92 minutes

Exploring Art: Rock Painting

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 10:00 PM UTC · Govans · 5714 Bellona Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Use pens, markers, and paints to turn simple rocks into creative art displays at home or give them as gifts. All supplies will be provided by the library. This program has limited space and pre-registration is recommended. Please email at gvn@prattlibrary.org to register.

Crochet and Cookies

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Towson Branch · 320 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204, Towson, MD

Crochet in a relaxed setting with other fans of the fiber arts at this drop-in event. Bring your projects and learn from each other. Individual instruction not available. Light snacks provided.

Room Hold - Flying Saucers craft

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Towson Branch · 320 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204, Towson, MD

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Be Artistic

In 1 week · Fri, Aug 7, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · White Marsh Branch · 8133 Sandpiper Cir, Nottingham, MD 21236, Nottingham, MD

Adults with physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities along with caregivers are welcome to join us for hands-on activities, including crafts and art projects, for all skill levels.

DIY Mimic Art

In 2 weeks · Tue, Aug 11, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Sollers Point · 323 Sollers Point Road, Dundalk, MD

Paint your own miniature master piece mimicking Salvador Dalí's The Persistence of Memory, also referred to as melting clocks. Supplies provided.

Craft and Create: Keychains

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Largo-Kettering Branch · 9601 Capital Ln, Largo, MD 20774, Largo, MD

Unleash your creativity while learning new crafting skills! With step-by-step guidance, you’ll design and create your own keychain using fuse beads and other charms.

Create Your Own Tie Dye T-shirt

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 6:00 PM UTC · Southeast Anchor · 3601 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Get ready to add a splash of color to your summer! Children are invited to join us for a fun and creative tie-dye t-shirt workshop at the library. Participants will explore vibrant colors, swirling patterns, and hands-on design as they create their own one-of-a-kind wearable art. This program...

Create a Dino Mural

In 1 week · Fri, Aug 7, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Owings Mills Branch · 10302 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, MD 21117, Owings Mills, MD

Work together to create a larger-than-life dinosaur mural in this fun, hands-on art adventure.

Mermaid Party

In 1 week · Thu, Aug 6, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD

Come celebrate mermaids with art projects and books! Bonus prizes for anyone who dresses like a mermaid. All ages welcome!

Story Time at Jalapeños Market

In 1 week · Thu, Aug 6, 2:30 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Designed for children who are newly mobile and active; siblings and all abilities welcome. Limited seating available; first come, first served. Jalapeños Market is located at 1790 Merritt Boulevard, 21222.

Stitch and Sip

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Essex Branch · 1110 Eastern Blvd, Essex, MD 21221, Essex, MD

Bring a project or start a new one. Whether you've been knitting or crocheting for years or have never picked up a needle or hook, stop by for refreshments and chat with fellow fiber arts enthusiasts.

Perler Bead Creations

In 2 weeks · Wed, Aug 12, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Cockeysville Branch · 9833 Greenside Dr, Cockeysville, MD 21030, Cockeysville, MD

This program is for middle and high school students.

Writers' Group: With Pen in Hand

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Largo-Kettering Branch · 9601 Capital Ln, Largo, MD 20774, Largo, MD

From beginners to seasoned writers, everyone is welcome to explore their creative voice. Share ideas, gain inspiration, and engage in group critiques. All genres and styles are celebrated!

Stitch and Lit

In 2 weeks · Tue, Aug 11, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Perry Hall Branch · 9685 Honeygo Blvd., Baltimore, MD

Bring your fiber arts projects and chat about what you've been reading. All skill levels welcome. Please bring your own supplies.

Dinosaur Story Time With Pterry and Sheldon

In 1 week · Wed, Aug 5, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Lansdowne Branch · 500 Third Ave., Baltimore, MD

Meet Pterry and Sheldon, our Summer Reading puppets, as we read some stories and learn all about dinosaurs, archaeology, and the ancient world.