June, July, August 2014 Baltimore County Public Library Calendar
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June, July, August 2014 Baltimore County Public Library Calendar
Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Baltimore, MD Permit No. 6429 320 York Road Towson, MD 21204-5179 Baltimore County Public Library Calendar of Events & News June, July, August 2014 Because of space limitations in meeting rooms, to be sure of seating, it’s important to plan an early arrival time. For some programs where a small group is desirable, such as “Baby Story Time” and hands-on technology, registration is necessary. These programs are noted in the dateLines listing as “registration required.” Register online at www.bcpl.info/events. Click the program title to sign up for any program where registration is required; or, call or visit the branch one week preceding the program. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Notice of eight business days prior to the event is requested. Between the Covers Shhhh... we’re reading Library Hours FYI ... Branches Closed: Independence Day Friday, July 4 Friday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Find Us on the Web: AskUsNow!www.askusnow.info BCPL Website www.bcpl.info Facebookwww.facebook.com/bcplonline Book Club Chat June 11 at 7 p.m. Join BCPL librarians and members of the BCPL Facebook community for the first-ever Between the Covers Book Club Chat! We’ll talk about The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/bcplinfo. Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Twitter@bcplinfo Summer Reading Club: “Fizz Boom, Read!” in Branch Briefs. Check us out: Parkville Branch reopens after renovation. Rosedale Branch turns 40! Opening Day in Branch Briefs. Focus on the First Years www.focusonthefirstyears.info Foundation for BCPL Enjoy craft beer with Friends at Loch Raven’s fundraiser. www.foundationforbcpl.org Phone Numbers: Administrative Offices 410-887-6100 Foundation for BCPL 410-887-3282 Historic Photos for Sale 410-887-6194 Human Resources Job Line 410-887-6177 Maryland Relay for TDD Users 711 Maryland Relay for TTY Users 410-821-5705 Meeting Room Bookings 410-887-6109 Mobile Library Services 410-887-7586 Shelf Help 410-494-9063 24-Hour Storyline 410-887-6116 Feel free with wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) access at all BCPL branches. 20 dateLines Events & News — March, April, May 2014 Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Foodies celebrate success of 3rd annual Taste of the Town in Foundation Focus. Things that go bump in the night at Towson. From critters to lamb’s quarters, Cromwell Valley Nature Center presents a series at Hereford. Made from recycled paper Join the maker movement. Branch Briefs Hubert V. Simmons Negro Leagues Museum Opens at Owings Mills Opening Day wasn’t just at Camden Yards this year. Over at the Owings Mills Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library, we had an Opening Day of our own — the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the brand new Hubert V. Simmons Museum of Negro Leagues Baseball. The museum, which is spread over all three floors of the branch, houses photographs, graphic panels, artifacts and memorabilia of both Maryland and the U.S. Negro Leagues, telling the stories of the men — and women — who paved the way for today’s integrated leagues. The second floor is dedicated to the women who played in the Negro Leagues after being rejected from the all-white All American Girls Baseball League. Women like Mamie “Peanut” Johnson, who was in attendance at the opening ceremonies of the museum. She even took a moment before the opening to find her biography, A Strong Right Arm, in the branch! Besides the Owings Mills Branch and the museum, the County Campus Metro Centre facility also houses the Owings Mills campus of the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC). The museum is named for the late Hubert “Bert” Simmons, who played for the legendary Baltimore Elite Giants in the 1950s. His wife, Audrey Simmons, executive director of the museum, also spoke at the opening, along with Bert’s lifelong friend and museum curator, Ray Banks. Baltimore County Executive Kevin Kamenetz, who played an integral part in bringing the museum to the County Campus Metro Centre, spoke as well. Summer Reading 2014 2 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 If You Build It: Bridge Science School age – 5 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Think you can build a bridge out of ordinary things that will stand up under pressure? Team up to show off your engineering skills using pipe cleaners, newspapers and other materials. Registration required. Jul 9 Wed 2:00 PM Robot City School age – grades K to 5 Create robot inventions using cardboard, plastic and foam. Use simple, safe hand tools and glowing LED components. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 21 Mon 1:30 PM BCPL Director James H. Fish, who spoke at the opening ceremonies, said, “This museum, with its artifacts and exhibits, has an important story to tell. What better place to tell an important story than a library?” Readers of every age can explore all things scientific this summer at Baltimore County Public Library with our science-themed Summer Reading Club, “Fizz Boom, Read!” The theme fits perfectly with the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) curriculum many schools have adopted. The Baltimore County Public Library will have plenty of programs to keep your family reading and learning all summer. Kids can read to earn cool stickers and prizes while they keep their minds active so they can enter school in the fall ready to learn and succeed. Summer Reading Club begins June 16 and ends August 10, and is open to all ages, birth through adult. You can register online at www .bcpl.info/summerreading starting May 5, or in person at your local branch starting in June. Then just pick up your gameboard at the library and start reading! Preschool and elementary p r o g r a m s age children can collect a sticker for every four activities they complete or book they read and, once they collect four stickers, they can come in and choose a prize at their local branch. For teens and tweens, for every three books read, they can turn in a raffle entry slip for one of eight prizes. Prizes will be awarded throughout the summer, including gift cards to Best Buy, Barnes & Noble, Target, Chipotle and other businesses. Adults and teens can join our BCPL Summer Reading page on Goodreads and read to win a Kindle. We have various programs related to the theme throughout the summer, including Robot Art and Electronics Lab, Magic and Science and Stuff, Reptiles of the World and Nanoscience 101. For more information and to register, visit bcpl.info/ summerreading. If You Build It: Marble Run Madness School age – 5 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Feeling loopy? Team up to build marble runs. Use paper towel tubes, tape and other materials to send a marble rolling. Registration required. Aug 6 Wed 2:00 PM Woodlawn 1811 Woodlawn Drive 410-887-1336 Come visit Storyville, an interactive learning center for young children, birth to age 5, with their parents and caregivers. Storyville is a Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library project. One-on-One Computer Help 13 years old and up A librarian is available by appointment to assist you with a variety of tasks, including how to download e-books and magazines, job searching, email setup, how to manage your account and place holds with BCPL’s mobile app, résumé formatting and more. Call to make an appointment. a t Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 9:30 AM except July 4 Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Fridays 11:00 AM except July 4 Introduction to Microsoft Word 13 years old and up Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Registration required. Jun 11 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 13 Wed 7:00 PM World Language Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Join us for stories and songs in English and another world language. Jun 12 Thu 7:00 PM – Dutch Jul 10 Thu 7:00 PM – French Aug 14 Thu 7:00 PM – Spanish Fiestas and Siestas Birth through 3 with adult Enjoy simple stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English. Jun 14 Sat 10:30 AM Jun 28 Sat 10:30 AM Jul 12 Sat 10:30 AM Jul 26 Sat 10:30 AM Aug 9 Sat 10:30 AM Aug 23 Sat 10:30 AM Fiestas y siestas De nacimiento a 3 años de edad con un adulto Disfrute de cuentos sencillos, canciones y rimas en español e ingles. 14 de junio sábado 10:30 AM 28 de junio sábado 10:30 AM 12 de julio sábado 10:30 AM 26 de julio sábado 10:30 AM 9 de augusto sábado 10:30 AM 23 de augusto sábado 10:30 AM Colorín Colorado 4 years old and up – children under 8 with adult Join us for stories, songs and games in both Spanish and English. Jun 14 Sat 11:30 AM Jul 12 Sat 11:30 AM Aug 9 Sat 11:30 AM y o u r l i b r a r y Colorín Colorado Para niños de 4 años y mayores – niños menores de 8 años con un adulto Únase con nosotros para cuentos, canciones y juegos en español e inglés. 14 de junio sábado 11:30 AM 12 de julio sábado 11:30 AM 9 de augusto sábado 11:30 AM Woodlawn Book Club Adult Join us for a lively discussion of Who Asked You? by Terry McMillan. Jun 19 Thu 7:00 PM Introduction to Email 13 years and up Learn basic email skills. Registration required. Jun 25 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 27 Wed 7:00 PM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 26 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 24 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 28 Thu 7:00 PM Build It: LEGO Fun and GoldieBlox School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks and explore GoldieBlox! All supplies provided. Jun 28 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 26 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 23 Sat 2:00 PM Silly Science All ages – children under 8 with adult Who gave a dragon science books? Why did a duck read them? When toy animals start talking, science goes silly and wacky experiments go wild! Ventriloquism, puppets, special effects and more make this program a must-see. Jul 2 Wed 2:00 PM Computer Know-How at Your Branch 13 years old and up Learn basic computer skills. Registration required. Jul 9 Wed 7:00 PM GSK Science in the Summer™ School age Learn about physical science – how magnets work, what makes electricity – through exciting experiments. Work with others to make a compass and electromagnet, build circuits with batteries and bulbs, and experience the power of static electricity. In-person registration and parent permission forms available July 1. First come, first served until all spaces filled. Please register only if your child can attend all sessions. • Level 1 classes – children entering grades 2 to 3 Jul 21, 22, 23, 24 (M,T,W,TH) 11:00 AM-Noon • Level 2 classes – children entering grades 4 to 6 Jul 21, 22, 23, 24 (M,T,W,TH) 1:00 PM-2:00 PM Introduction to the Internet 13 years and up Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required. Jul 23 Wed 7:00 PM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jul 31 Thu 2:00 PM Mission Impossible All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Steve Gambrill in his exciting new show that has a fun mix of puppets, balloons and lots of audience participation. Aug 7 Thu 2:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM Baltimore County Public Library 19 p r o g r a m s Towson Book Club Adult Join our book discussions. June, Good Kings Bad Kings by Susan Nussbaum; July, Life After Life by Kate Atkinson; August, The Paris Architect by Charles Belfoure. Jun 26 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 24 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 28 Thu 7:00 PM Ghost Trackers Adult/teen Have you ever heard bumps in the night and wondered: Is it a ghost or paranormal activity? Join us as Dedicated Paranormal Research experts explain it all. Jul 10 Thu 6:30 PM Feminist: Stories from Women’s Liberation Adult Join us for a screening and discussion of Feminist: Stories from Women’s Liberation, a one-hour film directed by Jennifer Lee about the women’s liberation movement during 19631970. Released in 2013, it has been shown nationally and internationally and won “Best of the Fest” for documentary at the Los Angeles Women’s International Film Festival. Jul 17 Thu 2:00 PM Rain, Water, Lightning, BOOM School age – grades K to 3 Join us as we explore the water cycle in this science-oriented program by connecting science, literature and the arts. Registration required. Jul 17 Thu 6:30 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jul 26 Sat 2:00 PM Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jul 29 Tue 10:30 AM 18 a t Angry Birds School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Work together to build a life-size pig tower, and then take turns launching our Angry Bird balls to bring them down! Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Towson Library. Aug 6 Wed 2:00 PM Look to the Stars All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Kevin Manning, award-winning astronomer and former NASA consultant, as he take us for a journey into the universe! Take a tour of the night sky and beyond in this lively, interactive and informative program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Towson Library. Aug 9 Sat 2:00 PM Teen Anime Club Teen – ages 11 to 17 Got a favorite manga or anime character or story? Join us to talk about your favorites with other fans and for some fun manga and anime related activities! Aug 13 Wed 6:00 PM Silly Shark Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Listen to shark stories, sing shark songs, dance shark dances and meet our ocean friend Shirley the Flying Shark! Aug 16 Sat 10:30 AM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM Genealogy Know-How Adult Learn what genealogy resources are available to use at BCPL. Aug 21 Thu 2:00 PM dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 y o u r Branch Briefs l i b r a r y Nuts and Bolts of Starting and Planning Your Business Adult The Maryland Small Business Development Center teaches you how to write a business plan and other aspects of starting a business. Registration required. Call 410-8374928 or visit www.centralmdsbdc.org to register. Aug 26 Tue 5:00 PM White Marsh 8133 Sandpiper Circle 410-887-5097 Librarian-on-Demand 13 years old and up A librarian is available by appointment to assist you with a variety of tasks, including how to download e-books and magazines, job searching, email setup, how to manage your account and place holds with BCPL’s mobile app, résumé formatting and more. Call for an appointment. Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Tuesdays 10:30 AM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Thursdays 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Small Business Counseling Adult Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from the Small Business Resource Center. The adviser can assist with business plan development, marketing, loan preparation and minority business enterprise. Registration required. Appointment times are 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon or 1 p.m. Jun 4 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Jul 2 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Aug 6 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM 21-Day Book Club Adult Join other readers in a lively book discussion of A Thread of Grace by Mary Doria Russell. Jun 4 Wed 7:00 PM Foundation Focus www.foundationforbcpl.org Silly Science All ages – children under 8 with adult Who gave a dragon science books? Why did a duck read them? When toy animals start talking, science goes silly and wacky experiments go wild! Ventriloquism, puppets, special effects and more make this program a must-see. Jun 14 Sat 2:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jun 18 Wed 10:00 AM Rain, Water, Lightning, BOOM School age – grades K to 3 Join us as we explore the water cycle in this science-oriented program by connecting science, literature and the arts. Registration required. Jun 20 Fri 10:00 AM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with an adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 25 Wed 7:00 PM Jul 30 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 27 Wed 7:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old / children under 8 with adult Use your imagination to create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 29 Sun 2:00 PM Jul 19 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM “Taste of the Town” – Great time for a great cause! More than 300 people had a wonderful time at the 3rd annual “Taste of the Town” at the Perry Hall Branch on Saturday, May 3. All proceeds benefitted the Foundation for BCPL’s early childhood literacy efforts. Guests enjoyed sampling food and drink from 18 area restaurants and caterers while listening to the sounds of Jazz Plus. The silent auction full of interesting items also proved to be popular, as guests tried to outbid each other throughout the evening! While we are still tallying the proceeds from this event as of press time, our success wouldn’t have been possible without our corporate sponsors, restaurant sponsors, silent auction donors and volunteers – we couldn’t have done it without you! Corporate Sponsors First Floor Graphics Clementine Charlaine Harris Platinum Jim & Barbara Fish Marisa and Ron Conner Hawks Hollow Farm Cranbrook Liquors Heavy Seas Brewery/Alehouse Moppin’ Momma’s Inc. The Helmand Hilton Garden Inn White Marsh Natasha’s Brittle Tower M&T Bank Gold Ingram Content Group Silver 3M Cloud Library Bronze BeMore Photography Findaway World Ellin & Tucker Bill’s Seafood David Marks Mix It Up Bandit Publishing Crime Museum Janet Sanford Prigel Family Creamery Barrett’s Grill Jim DeArmey Barry’s Private Transportation Dejon Vineyards Kat2 Advertising & Marketing Vulcan Food Equipment Group Restaurant Sponsors Diamond La Cakerie Bertucci’s Emerald Costas Inn John Holman/ State Farm Insurance McFaul’s Ironhorse Tavern Midwest Tape Silver Spring Mining Co. Point Breeze Credit Union Recorded Books Tasting Station Stella Artois/ Goose Island BFPE International CCBC Todd Carpenter & Colette Searls Douron, Inc. Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine Baltimore Streetcar Museum Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Baker & Taylor Gala Cloths P.F. Chang’s Red Brick Station Wegmans Sapphire Baltimore Coffee & Tea George’s at Wyndham Peabody Court Joe’s Crab Shack Ruby Silent Auction Donors Enterprise Renta-Car 5 Wacky Women Batter’s Box Sports Tavern 7 West BCPL Everyman Theatre A Step Ahead Dance Center BCPL Staff Association Fast Park and Relax Adams County Winery Andrea Beaty Fire Museum of Maryland The All American Steakhouse Blue Hill Tavern American Visionary Art Museum Antique Auto Museum of Hershey Artaristry MakeUp Consultaion and Glam Package Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce Lib’s Grill Baltimore Museum of Industry Mission BBQ Baltimore Orioles Liberatore’s Basignani Winery (Lynne Basignani) Diamond Comic Distributions Birroteca Brandywine River Museum Jen Evans Delegate William Frank Martha Gatewood Liz Burnett Geppi’s Entertainment Museum Café Spice Giant Café Troia Candlewick Press Heidi and Robert Gillis Todd Carpenter Goetze’s CCBC Cockpit in the Court Great Blacks in Wax Museum CCBC Foundation Photo Connection Greetings & Readings Centerstage Charles Village Pub Brick Bodies Historic Ships in Baltimore Mia Sorella Nail Studio Sparrows Point Country Club Molly Maids Steampunk Blacksheep Stone Mill Bakery The Nickel Taphouse Sun Nurseries The Tea Trolley Teaser Charter Fishing Deborah Nolan Timbers of Troy Home2 Perry Hall Crossfit Honeygo Wine & Spirits Prigel Family Creamery House of Styles Radebaugh’s Towson Tavern International Spy Museum Raimondi’s Towson University Athletics Timberly Johnson Greg Jones Keen Communications Sue Monk Kidd Kramer Portraits Justin Kramon La Cakerie Ladew Topiary Gardens Let’s Dish Liberty Mountain Resort Total Wine & More Residence Inn Hunt Valley Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum River Riders Roundtop Mountain Resort Jim and Julie Saxenmeyer Seasons Pizza Shear Genuis Single Carrot Theatre Timbers of Troy Towson Wine & Spirits Ultrazone laser tag Karlitha Umoja Urban Pirates Washington Capitals Washington Wizards Watermark Tours Amy Smith Watson Adventures Curtis Mabry April Smith Wockenfuss Donnie Manuel Jeff Smith Hard Yacht Café Mars Supermarkets Smyth Woodhall Vineyard and Wine Cellars Harpers Ferry Adventure Center Maryland Science Center Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Workman Publishing Group Baltimore County Public Library 3 Take a Look: Programs for Everyone Guaranteed to please. Check your branch for dates and times. Children under 8 with adult. All Ages Magic and Science and Stuff Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy. Arbutus, Catonsville, Cockeysville, Essex, Lansdowne, Loch Raven, Owings Mills, Parkville, Perry Hall, Pikesville, Randallstown, Reisterstown, Rosedale, Sollers Point, Towson. Silly Science When toy animals start talking, science goes silly and wacky experiments go wild! Reisterstown, White Marsh, Woodlawn. Hula Hoop Action Skills are demonstrated through a fun performance. The audience learns moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Arbutus, Cockeysville, Essex, Lansdowne, Loch Raven, North Point, Owings Mills, Perry Hall, Rosedale, Sollers Point, Towson, White Marsh, Woodlawn. Reptiles of the World Reptile Wonders present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles. Catonsville, Cockeysville, Essex, Hereford, Lansdowne, North Point, Randallstown, Towson, Woodlawn. Preschool Children Vibrations Rock – Buzz, Zing, Bang Tracey Eldridge explores the physics of sound using visual and tactile illustrations. Loch Raven, Pikesville, Randallstown. Science, Books and Movement A science-themed, fun- and movement-filled literacy program! Arbutus, Lansdowne, Parkville. Little Hands and Big Hands Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. Arbutus, Catonsville, Essex, North Point, Owings Mills, Perry Hall, Randallstown, Towson. 4 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 School Age Children GSK Science in the Summer™ School age This fun, free science program sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline introduces children entering grades two through six to the wonders of science. Learn about physical science – how magnets work, what makes electricity – through exciting experiments. Work with others to make a compass and electromagnet, build circuits with batteries and bulb, and experience the power of static electricity. In-person registration and parent permission forms are available July 1 at Arbutus, North Point and Woodlawn branches. First come, first served until all spaces are filled. Please register only if your child can attend all sessions at a given branch. Rain, Water, Lightning, BOOM Explore the water cycle in this science-oriented program by connecting science, literature and the arts. Catonsville, Essex, Owings Mills, Towson, White Marsh. Nanoscience 101 An introduction to this emerging field of science; highlights include using your nose as a nano-sensor and creating “nano-gold” suncatchers. Arbutus, Hereford, North Point, Owings Mills, Rosedale. FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Catonsville, Cockeysville, Lansdowne, Hereford, Parkville, Perry Hall, Pikesville. Art Class with Raeann Raeann introduces three exciting artists to students with an accompanying art project. Parkville. Adults Jobs Academy Learn how to create a résumé and cover letter, search for jobs online and practice basic interview skills. North Point. Remembering the Village of Texas, Maryland Cassie Kilroy Thompson offers a presentation and discussion about the origins and history of this disappearing Baltimore County village. Cockeysville. The Battle of Baltimore: War of 1812 Discusses the September 1814 Battle of Baltimore, including both the Defense of Fort McHenry and the Battle of North Point. Essex, Hereford, Loch Raven, Rosedale. Rosedale Branch’s 40th Anniversary Events include notable speakers, historic photographs, singers from Overlea High School, local artwork by elementary school students, face painting, story times and light refreshments. Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre in residence at CCBC Essex presents excerpts from its upcoming productions. Dundalk Dialogs Discussions featuring local authors Deborah Rudacille, Elaine Eff and Michael Olesker. North Point. Feminist: Stories from Women’s Liberation Join us for a screening and discussion of this one-hour film directed by Jennifer Lee about the women’s liberation movement during 1963-1970. Hereford, Towson. B&O Railroad Museum A volunteer from the B&O Railroad Museum talks about the history of the railroad and museum. Perry Hall. Blood Pressure Screenings In partnership with Saint Agnes Hospital, free blood pressure screenings are provided. Arbutus. p r o g r a m s Divergent Faction Fiasco Teen – ages 11 to 17 Calling all film and book fans. Join in the celebration of all things Divergent with games, quizzes, music and crafts. Themed snacks provided. Aug 20 Wed 2:00 PM The Battle of Baltimore: War of 1812 Adult Brian Reynolds, from Fort McHenry, discusses the September 1814 Battle of Baltimore, including both the Defense of Fort McHenry and the Battle of North Point, as well as background information on the causes of the war. Aug 21 Thu 7:00 PM Sollers Point 323 Sollers Point Road 410-887-2485 LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Mondays 5:30 PM-6:30 PM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Tuesdays 9:30 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Tuesdays 10:30 AM Teen Tuesdays Teen – 11 to 17 years old Join us for a fun craft or activity. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of each month 5:00 PM-6:00 PM Board Game Day School age – 6 to 16 years old/ children under 8 with adult Join others and play a variety of board games. Snacks served. 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month 4:00 PM-6:00 PM a t Xbox Video Gaming for Teens Teen – 11 to 17 years old Play Just Dance 4, Madden NFL 13 and other fun Xbox and Xbox Kinect games. Wednesdays 3:30 PM-5:00 PM Wii Video Gaming for Teens Teen – 11 to 17 years old Play Super Mario Bros., Just Dance and other fun Wii games. Thursdays 3:30 PM-5:00 PM Wii Kids Gaming 5 to 11 years old/children under 8 with adult Play Super Mario Bros., Just Dance and other fun Wii games. Fridays 3:30 PM-5:00 PM y o u r l i b r a r y Toddler Story Time 2 to 3 years old with adult Engage your toddler through stories, rhymes, songs and movement activities, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 9:30 AM except July 4 Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Fridays 10:30 AM except July 4 Jun 7 Sat 10:30 AM Aug 2 Sat 10:30 AM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jul 7 Mon 7:00 PM Job Seekers Workshops Adult Learn how to create and write a winning résumé, construct a customized cover letter and nail the interview with BCPL’s Human Resources Manager Cindy Pol. Jun 2 Mon 2:00 PM Jun 9 Mon 2:00 PM Jun 16 Mon 2:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jul 25 Fri 2:00 PM Summer Reading Kickoff All ages – children under 8 with adult Join our mad scientists/librarians, and help in some super-cool science experiments to kick off this year’s Summer Reading Club: “Fizz, Boom, READ!” Jun 12 Thu 7:00 PM Towson Parking in the Garage Validate your parking ticket for a lower rate. Weekends and evenings after 5:30 p.m. parking costs only $1. Talent Showcase School age – elementary/children under 8 with adult Do you sing, dance, write poetry or music or have a special talent? Show us what you’ve got! Jun 14 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 2 Sat 2:00 PM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Wednesdays 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Thursdays 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 15 Sun 2:00 PM 320 York Road 410-887-6166 LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Jun 16 Mon 2:00 PM Jul 21 Mon 2:00 PM Aug 18 Mon 2:00 PM The History Book Group Adult Join us as we discuss books on historical topics. June, Lincoln and Race by Richard Striner; July, The Man Without a Face: The Unlikely Rise of Vladimir Putin by Masha Gessen; August, The Brothers: John Foster Dulles, Allen Dulles and Their Secret World War by Stephen Kinzer. Jun 18 Wed 7:00 PM Jul 16 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 20 Wed 7:00 PM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 18 Wed 6:30 PM Jul 16 Wed 6:30 PM Aug 20 Wed 6:30 PM Home Safe Home Adult Learn how to make a home safe and comfortable, as you or loved ones age, to remain safely at home. Jun 19 Thu 2:00 PM Improv Basics Teen Learn the basics of improv, including creating solid scene work and fun characters, different types of formats, structures and games. Jun 25 Wed 6:30 PM Teen Open Mic Teen Bring your poetry, rap, music and other talents, and show us what you’ve got! Signup begins at 6 p.m. Jun 25 Wed 6:30 PM Jul 23 Wed 6:30 PM Aug 27 Wed 6:30 PM Baltimore County Public Library 17 p r o g r a m s Silly Science All ages – children under 8 with adult Who gave a dragon science books? Why did a duck read them? When toy animals start talking, science goes silly and wacky experiments go wild! Ventriloquism, puppets, special effects and more make this program a must-see. Aug 2 Sat 2:00 PM Rosedale 6105 Kenwood Avenue 410-887-0512 Come visit Storyville, an interactive learning center for young children, birth to age 5, with their parents and caregivers. Storyville is a Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library project. Librarian-on-Demand 13 years old and up A librarian is available by appointment to assist you with a variety of tasks, including how to download e-books and magazines, job searching, email setup, how to manage your account and place holds with BCPL’s mobile app, résumé formatting and more. Call for an appointment. Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Tuesdays 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Fridays 9:30 AM except July 4 Toddler Story Time 2 to 3 years old with adult Engage your toddler through stories, rhymes, songs and movement activities, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 10:30 AM except July 4 a t Fit and Fun Club Teen – ages 11 to17 Join us for yoga, healthy lifestyle discussions and more. Impress your parents and friends with your fitness knowledge! Nutritious recipes provided. Registration required. Jun 4 Wed 4:00 PM Jul 2 Wed 4:00 PM Aug 6 Wed 4:00 PM Computer Know-How at Your Branch 13 years old and up Learn basic computer skills. Registration required. Jun 5 Thu 9:00 AM Jul 10 Thu 9:00 AM Aug 7 Thu 9:00 AM Video Gaming for Teens Teen Play new popular and old favorite Wii, Xbox 360 and PlayStation games! Registration required. Jun 5 Thu 3:00 PM Jun 12 Thu 3:00 PM Jun 19 Thu 3:00 PM Jun 26 Thu 3:00 PM Jul 10 Thu 3:00 PM Aug 14 Thu 3:00 PM Rosedale Branch’s 40th Anniversary Join Rosedale staff and guests as we celebrate 40 years of library service in the community. Events include notable speakers, historic photographs, singers from Overlea High School, local artwork by elementary school students, face painting, story times and light refreshments. Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre in residence at CCBC Essex presents excerpts from upcoming productions of Peter Pan and Annie, Jr. Contact the branch for schedule of events and more details. Jun 7 Sat 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Shake, Rattle and Read! 2 to 5 years old with adult Join Mr. Robert as he highlights his favorite picture books in song, dance and rhythm! Jun 9 Mon 10:30 AM Jul 7 Mon 10:30 AM Aug 11 Mon 10:30 AM 16 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 y o u r l i b r a r y Small Business Counseling Adult Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from the Small Business Resource Center. The adviser can assist with business plan development, marketing, loan preparation and minority business enterprise. Registration required. Appointment times are 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon or 1 p.m. Jun 11 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Jul 9 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Aug 13 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 11 Wed 7:00 PM Jul 9 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 13 Wed 7:00 PM Introduction to the Internet 13 years old and up Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required. Jun 12 Thu 9:00 AM Jul 17 Thu 9:00 AM Aug 14 Thu 9:00 AM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 14 Sat 2:00 PM Nanoscience 101 School age – grades 1 to 5 Students are introduced to this emerging field of science and learn that “nano” means really, really small, and when things are very small, they can behave differently. Highlights include using your nose as a nanosensor and creating “nano-gold” suncatchers. Registration required. Jun 16 Mon 2:00 PM Rosedale Book Club Adult Join our lively book discussion. June, The Beach Club by Elin Hilderbrand; July, Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn; August, I’ve Got You Under My Skin by Mary Higgins Clark. Registration required. Jun 24 Tue 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Jul 29 Tue Aug 26 Tue p r o g r a m s 2:00 PM-3:30 PM 2:00 PM-3:30 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 29 Sun 2:00 PM Genealogy 201 13 years old and up Did you enjoy Genealogy 101, but want more? Join us for live searches of valuable Internet resources, information on local history collections, useful genealogical materials in the library’s catalog and play photo detective historian. Registration required. Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM Minute to Win It: Science Challenge School age – 8 to 12 years old It’s a race against time, and each other, to complete challenges using everyday household items. Join us for fun, games and prizes! Registration required. Jul 15 Tue 3:00 PM Gravity Racers School age – grades 6 to 8 Design, build and launch a vehicle that travels on a huge track. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 18 Fri 2:00 PM Bedtime Stories and Stuffed Animal Sleepover 2 to 5 years old with adult Bring your second-favorite stuffed animal to story time. Then, leave it overnight for adventures in the branch. Reunite with your stuffed animal the next afternoon after 1 p.m., and receive a photo of the fun. Jul 23 Wed 7:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Aug 9 Sat 2:00 PM y o u r l i b r a r y Registration begins one week before program when required. Accessible Amplification System Arbutus Books, Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us for coffee and great conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books. Jun 9 Mon 10:00 AM Jul 14 Mon 10:00 AM Aug 11 Mon 10:00 AM 855 Sulphur Spring Road 410-887-1451 Librarian-on-Demand 13 years old and up A librarian is available by appointment to assist you with a variety of tasks, including how to download e-books and magazines, job searching, email setup, how to manage your account and place holds with BCPL’s mobile app, résumé formatting and more. Call for an appointment. Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Tuesdays 9:30 AM a t Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Tuesdays 11:00 AM Friends of the Arbutus Library Meeting Adult Join the Friends of the Arbutus Library, a community group dedicated to preserving the history of southwest Baltimore County. Jun 2 Mon 7:00 PM Jul 7 Mon 7:00 PM Aug 4 Mon 7:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jun 7 Sat 2:00 PM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 10 Tue 7:00 PM Jul 8 Tue 7:00 PM Aug 12 Tue 7:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 12 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 17 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 21 Thu 7:00 PM Maker Program Paws to Read School age Reading with a pet is a great way to improve reading skills. Register your child to read with a trained Pets on Wheels dog in a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment. Online registration is not available; call or stop by to register. Jun 14 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 9 Sat 2:00 PM Nanoscience 101 School age – grades 1 to 5 Students are introduced to this emerging field of science and learn that “nano” means really, really small, and when things are very small, they can behave differently. Highlights include using your nose as a nano-sensor and creating “nano-gold” suncatchers. Registration required. Jun 18 Wed 2:00 PM ages 11 to 17 at Hereford or North Point. Mix it up at Teen Tuesdays at Sollers Point. Know your way around a PC, e-reader or tablet? Always helping adults with basic computer and Internet skills, email setup and gadgets? Earn service learning hours while helping people by volunteering for Teen Tech Squad at North Point. Call or stop by for details. and launch a vehicle that will travel a huge track at Rosedale. Find out what makes a robot, the uses of robots and the tools needed to build them while constructing a robotic hand that integrates the Arduino Microcontroller in a five-part program at Randallstown. Have you ever heard bumps in the night and wondered: Is it a ghost or paranormal activity? Join us as Dedicated Paranormal Research experts explain it all at Ghost Trackers at Towson. Join in the celebration of all things Divergent with games, quizzes, music, crafts and themed snacks at the Divergent Faction Fiasco at Rosedale. Fun and Games Show your skills on Wii and Xbox 360 games at Lansdowne, Rosedale and Sollers Point. Play chess at Randallstown or board games at Sollers Point. It’s a race against time, and each other, to complete challenges using everyday household items at Minute to Win It: Science at Rosedale. Engineer Technology Play around with the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 at Arbutus. Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinectic structures using LED’s, motors and everyday materials with FutureFab at Catonsville, Cockeysville, Lansdowne, Hereford, Parkville, Perry Hall or Pikesville. Design, build Make It! Get crafty! Make hardware jewelry, buttons, wrap bracelets, origami or Rainbow Loom bracelets at Essex, North Point or Pikesville. If you’d like to wear what you make, learn about knitting or Check us out on Twitter @BCPLTeen. reconstructing T-shirts Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bcplteen. Show Off or Chow Down Take the stage at Open Mic Night at Towson and learn amazing and hilarious improv theater at Hereford and Towson. Learn to make quick nocook snacks at Woodlawn. Get fit and learn about nutrition at Rosedale. Read and Watch Like anime or manga? Come to Cockeysville, North Point or Randallstown to hang out with others who share your interest. Discuss young adult books at Catonsville and Hereford, or share your own writing at Cockeysville. For more information on these and other teen programs, go to www.bcpl.info/teens. Baltimore County Public Library 5 p r o g r a m s Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jun 19 Thu 10:30 AM Blood Pressure Screenings Adult In partnership with Saint Agnes Hospital, free blood pressure screenings are provided. Jun 23 Mon 7:00 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 23 Mon 7:00 PM LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 for Beginners School age Play with the robotics kit as you learn about robot design and teamwork to accomplish a competitive goal. Registration required. Jun 28 Sat 2:00 PM Science Fun: Make Flubber School age – 5 to 12 years old/children under 8 with adult Find out what happens when you combine polyvinyl acetate chains with borate ions, and get ready to have some fun. Registration required. Jun 30 Mon 2:00 PM Science, Books and Movement 2 to 5 years old with adult A science-themed, fun- and movementfilled literacy program! Jul 2 Wed 10:30 AM Take Them to the Woods Adult Former crime scene investigator Dana Kollman presents a case involving the disappearance of a local man whose body was found in the woods of Vermont. Put on your thinking cap and bring your detective skills – this is a 6 a t true mystery that needs to be solved. Sponsored in cooperation with the Arbutus Senior Center. Jul 9 Wed 7:00 PM Time for Your Check-up with Doc McStuffins 2 to 5 years old with adult An interactive toy clinic where kids are invited to bring a stuffed animal to the library “hospital” for a fun program inspired by the hit TV show. Cosponsored by Saint Agnes Hospital. Jul 10 Thu 10:30 PM Movie Night: The LEGO Movie All ages – children under 8 with adult Bring your blankets, pillows and comfy chairs, and join us for an after-hours movie at the branch. Jul 18 Fri 7:00 PM GSK Science in the Summer™ School age Learn about physical science – how magnets work, what makes electricity – through exciting experiments. Work with others to make a compass and electromagnet, build circuits with batteries and bulbs, and experience the power of static electricity. In-person registration and parent permission forms available July 1. First come, first served until all spaces filled. Please register only if your child can attend all sessions. • Level 1 classes – children entering grades 2 to 3 Jul 22 & 24 (T/TH) 1:00 PM-3:00 PM • Level 2 classes – children entering grades 4 to 6 Jul 29 & 31 (T/TH) 1:00 PM-3:00 PM y o u r l i b r a r y Mission Impossible All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Steve Gambrill in his exciting new show that has a fun mix of puppets, balloons and lots of audience participation. Aug 4 Mon 10:30 AM Catonsville 1100 Frederick Road 410-887-0951 Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Tuesdays 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM Jun 14 Sat 10:30 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Thursdays 10:00 AM Toddler Story Time 2 to 3 years old with adult Engage your toddler through stories, rhymes, songs and movement activities, followed by a play time. Registration required. Thursdays 11:00 AM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 2 Mon 7:00 PM Jul 7 Mon 7:00 PM Aug 4 Mon 7:00 PM Clifford the Big Red Dog 2 to 5 years old with adult Meet Clifford and hear some fun stories about dogs. Jul 23 Wed 10:30 AM Teen Book Discussion Group Teen – ages 11 to 17 Talk about your favorite books or manga with other teen readers. Refreshments provided. Jun 9 Mon 6:30 PM Jul 14 Mon 6:30 PM Aug 11 Mon 6:30 PM Let’s Build a Story All ages – children under 8 with adult Come along as we dance, clap and sing while we build our own original story. Jul 26 Sat 2:00 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 experiments in this all-new show. Jun 10 Tue 7:00 PM Mystery and Suspense Book Club Adult Join us for a lively discussion. June, Death of an Expert Witness by P. D. James; July, The Day of the Jackal by Frederick Forsyth; August, The Frumious Bandersnatch by Ed McBain. Jun 10 Tue 7:00 PM Jul 8 Tue 7:00 PM Aug 12 Tue 7:00 PM Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jun 11 Wed 10:00 AM Bodies in Motion All ages – children under 8 with adult Kick start your summer with this interactive program featuring great ideas for family fitness and nutrition. Presented by the Maryland State Advisory Council on Physical Fitness. Refreshments provided. Jun 12 Thu 7:00 PM The Book Group Adult Join us for a discussion. June, Life After Life by Jill McCorkle; July, Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches by S. C. Gwynne; August, The Sandcastle Girls by Chris Bohjalian. Jun 19 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 17 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 21 Thu 7:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 21 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 19 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM p r o g r a m s Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jun 5 Thu 10:00 AM Computer Know-How at Your Branch 13 years old and up Learn basic computer skills from Verizon Helping Hands. Registration required. Jun 7 Sat 9:00 AM Jul 12 Sat 9:00 AM Aug 2 Sat 9:00 AM Introduction to the Internet 13 years old and up Learn basic Internet skills from Verizon Helping Hands. Registration required. Jun 14 Sat 9:00 AM Jul 19 Sat 9:00 AM Aug 9 Sat 9:00 AM Introduction to Microsoft Word 13 years old and up Learn the basics of Microsoft Word from Verizon Helping Hands. Registration required. Jun 21 Sat 9:00 AM Jul 26 Sat 9:00 AM Aug 16 Sat 9:00 AM RandallsTeen Teen – ages 11 to 17 Hang out with friends, eat snacks and have fun at our monthly teen event! Ask at the Information Desk for details on each month’s activity. Registration required. Jun 24 Tue 5:00 PM-6:00 PM Jul 22 Tue 5:00 PM-6:00 PM Aug 26 Tue 5:00 PM-6:00 PM Robotic Hand School age – grades 6 and up In this five-part program, you construct a robotic hand and integrate the Arduino Microcontroller. Find out what makes a robot, the uses of robots and the tools needed to build them. Sponsored by the Friends of the Randallstown Library. Registration required. Jun 25 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Jul 2 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Jul 9 Jul 16 Jul 23 a t Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM A Time for Us Adult Join us for a special story time for seniors with cognitive challenges. Caregivers welcome. Registration required. Jun 26 Thu 12:30 PM Jul 24 Thu 12:30 PM Aug 28 Thu 12:30 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 26 Thu 3:30 PM y o u r l i b r a r y The Allo Show All ages – children under 8 with adult Allo, an “edutainer,” uses comedy, magic and puppets to create a fun environment for the whole family. Jul 28 Mon 6:30 PM Chess Club School age – grades 6 and up Hang out with friends and play chess in an informal setting. All supplies provided. Registration required. Jul 30 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Aug 6 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Aug 13 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Aug 20 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Aug 27 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Introduction to Email 13 years old and up Learn basic email skills from Verizon Helping Hands. Registration required. Jun 28 Sat 9:00 AM Aug 23 Sat 9:00 AM Vibrations Rock: Buzz, Zing, Bang 2 to 5 years old with adult Tracey Eldridge explores the physics of sound using visual and tactile illustrations. Children gain an appreciation for the role that sound plays in our experience of the world around us. Aug 14 Thu 2:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jul 7 Mon 6:30 PM Aug 4 Mon 6:30 PM Job Seekers Clinic Adult Use our computers to work on your job search, including résumés and online applications. Branch staff is available to assist. Registration required. Aug 28 Thu 9:00 AM-11:00 AM Immigration 101 Adult A community relations officer explains the process of becoming an American citizen. Registration required. Jul 16 Wed 6:30 PM Reisterstown Downhill Racers School age – grades K to 5 Create and race original plastic model cars on massive cardboard tracks! Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 21 Mon 6:30 PM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jul 23 Wed 6:30 PM 21 Cockeys Mill Road 410-887-1165 Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Wednesdays 10:30 AM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Thursdays 10:30 AM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 23 Mon 2:00 PM Reisterstown Readers Adult Join us for a lively book discussion. June, Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn; July, Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed; August, The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult. Jun 12 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 10 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 14 Thu 7:00 PM Manga Club Teen – ages 11 to 17 Draw, discuss your favorite manga and watch anime with other fans. Light snacks provided. Jun 10 Tue 6:30 PM Jul 8 Tue 6:30 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 18 Wed 6:30 PM Jul 9 Wed 6:30 PM Aug 5 Tue 6:30 PM Robot City School age – grades K to 5 Create robot inventions using cardboard, plastic and foam. Use simple, safe hand tools and glowing LED components. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 17 Thu 2:00 PM Magic School Bus Party School age Join us as we explore the realms of science with games, trivia, crafts and more, featuring Ms. Frizzle, her class and one very versatile school bus. Light refreshments provided. Jul 31 Thu 2:00 PM Baltimore County Public Library 15 p r o g r a m s Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jun 21 Sat 2:00 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old / children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jul 20 Sun 2:00 PM Aug 10 Sun 2:00 PM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 25 Fri 1:30 PM a t Pikesville 1301 Reisterstown Road 410-887-1234 Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Wednesdays 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM Thursdays 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Fridays 10:00 AM except July 4 Toddler Story Time 2 to 3 years old with adult Engage your toddler through stories, rhymes, songs and movement activities, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 11:00 AM except July 4 Computer Know-How at Your Branch 13 years old and up Learn basic computer skills. Registration required. Jun 2 Mon 9:00 AM Jul 7 Mon 9:00 AM Aug 4 Mon 9:00 AM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 4 Wed 6:30 PM Jul 2 Wed 6:30 PM Aug 6 Wed 6:30 PM Mission Impossible All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Steve Gambrill in his exciting new show that has a fun mix of puppets, balloons and lots of audience participation. Aug 1 Fri 2:00 PM Introduction to the Internet 13 years old and up Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required. Jun 9 Mon 9:00 AM Jul 14 Mon 9:00 AM Aug 11 Mon 9:00 AM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Aug 28 Thu 7:00 PM Books, Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us for coffee, cookies and engaging conversation. Talk about your favorite books with other readers. Jun 12 Thu 10:30 AM 14 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 y o u r l i b r a r y Jul 10 Thu 10:30 AM Aug 14 Thu 10:30 AM Science Lab School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Take turns performing science experiments. All materials provided. Space is limited; come early for a ticket. Jun 12 Thu 6:30 PM Jul 31 Thu 6:30 PM Aug 28 Thu 6:30 PM Karma Dogs School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Register your shy or reluctant reader to read with a Karma Dog from the H.E.A.R.T.S. Program. These dogs are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners. Jun 16 Mon 6:00 PM Jul 21 Mon 6:00 PM Aug 18 Mon 6:00 PM Rainbow Loom School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Take turns creating with Rainbow Looms. All materials provided. Jun 17 Tue 6:30 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Jun 24 Tue 6:30 PM Jul 16 Wed 1:30 PM Aug 11 Mon 1:30 PM Chapter Seven Book Club Adult Join us for a lively book discussion. June, The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion; July, The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown; August, Longbourn by Jo Baker. Jun 25 Wed 7:00 PM Jul 23 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 27 Wed 7:00 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 29 Sun 2:00 PM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 14 Mon 1:30 PM Wrap Bracelets School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Use colored leather, waxed cotton and ball chain to make a cool wrap bracelet. All materials provided. Jul 15 Tue 6:30 PM Vibrations Rock: Buzz, Zing, Bang 2 to 5 years old with adult Tracey Eldridge explores the physics of sound using visual and tactile illustrations. Children gain an appreciation for the role that sound plays in our experience of the world around us. Aug 3 Sun 2:00 PM Button Making School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Use decorative paper to make buttons. All materials provided. Aug 19 Tue 6:30 PM Randallstown 8604 Liberty Road 410-887-0770 Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Wednesdays 10:00 AM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Wednesdays 11:00 AM p r o g r a m s Books, Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us for coffee, cookies and engaging conversation. Talk about your favorite books with other readers. Jun 25 Wed 10:00 AM Jul 23 Wed 10:00 AM Aug 27 Wed 10:00 AM Wild Wings: Making Planes that Fly School age – children under 8 with adult Learn about the principles of flight, and build two different kinds of airplanes that really fly. Registration required. Jun 25 Wed 2:00 PM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jul 5 Sat 2:00 PM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 15 Tue 7:00 PM Rain, Water, Lightning, BOOM School age – grades K to 3 Join us as we explore the water cycle in this science-oriented program by connecting science, literature and the arts. Registration required. Jul 24 Thu 7:00 PM Cockeysville 9833 Greenside Drive 410-887-7750 Preschool Story time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10:00 AM & 10:45 AM Jun 7 Sat 10:30 AM Aug 2 Sat 10:30 AM a t Spanish Story Time Birth to 5 years old with adult Interact with your child by enjoying stories, songs and activities together in Spanish, followed by a play time. Tuesdays 1:30 PM Hora de los cuentos en español De nacimiento a 5 años de edad con un adulto Relaciónese con su niño al disfrutar juntos con cuentos, canciones y actividades en español, seguidos con un tiempo de juego. Martes 1:30 PM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Thursdays 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Jun 21 Sat 10:30 AM Jul 19 Sat 10:30 AM Aug 16 Sat 10:30 AM Story Time with Mr. Bob 2 to 5 years old with adult Join Mr. Bob as he tells stories, sings songs and does various activities based on a special theme. Jun 2 Mon 10:30 AM Jul 7 Mon 10:30 AM Aug 4 Mon 10:30 AM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 2 Mon 7:00 PM Jun 19 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 7 Mon 7:00 PM Jul 17 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 4 Mon 7:00 PM Aug 21 Thu 7:00 PM Remembering the Village of Texas, Maryland Adult Do you know where Texas, Md., is? Have you ever wondered how it got its name? Cassie Kilroy Thompson, founder of the Friends of Texas, Md., offers a presentation and discussion about the origins and history of this disappearing Baltimore County village. Limited seating. Jun 12 Thu 7:00 PM y o u r l i b r a r y Teen Anime Club Teen – ages 11 to 17 Watch anime, meet with other otaku, show off your trivia smarts and enjoy light snacks. Jun 14 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM Books, Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us in the morning for coffee, cookies and engaging conversation. Talk about your favorite books with other readers. Jun 18 Wed 11:30 AM Jul 16 Wed 11:30 AM Aug 20 Wed 11:30 AM LEGO Fun School age Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 21 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 7 Mon 3:30 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 24 Tue 2:00 PM Game Time School age Come play various board games. Games are provided. Jun 28 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 23 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 13 Wed 2:00 PM Cockeysville Chess Club Ages 10 to 14 Are you itching for a challenge on the board? Take on other chess players like you. Come to practice or compete, and stretch those mental muscles! For intermediate level and above. Jun 30 Mon 3:30 PM Jul 28 Mon 3:30 PM Aug 25 Mon 3:30 PM Cockeysville Book Club Adult Enjoy a spirited book discussion on a specific title. June, Someone by Alice McDermott; July, The Signature of All Things by Elizabeth Gilbert; August, The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. Jun 30 Mon 7:00 PM Jul 28 Mon 7:00 PM Aug 25 Mon 7:00 PM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 15 Tue 3:30 PM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jul 19 Sat 2:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jul 30 Wed 7:00 PM Essex 1110 Eastern Boulevard 410-887-0295 Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 10:00 AM except July 4 Jun 21 Sat 11:00 AM Jul 19 Sat 11:00 AM Aug 16 Sat 11:00 AM Baltimore County Public Library 7 p r o g r a m s Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Fridays 11:00 AM except July 4 Résumé Writing Workshop Adult Learn tips and tricks for successful résumé development, and bring your current résumé for an expert critique. Jun 2 Mon 11:00 AM Jul 7 Mon 11:00 AM Aug 4 Mon 11:00 AM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Jun 10 Tue 6:30 PM Jul 22 Tue 6:30 PM Aug 19 Tue 6:30 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this allnew show. Jun 16 Mon 6:30 PM Small Business Counseling Adult Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from the Small Business Resource Center. The adviser can assist with business plan development, marketing, loan preparation and minority business enterprise. Appointment times are 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon or 1 p.m. Registration required. Jun 18 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Jul 16 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Aug 20 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jun 21 Sat 2:00 PM a t y o u r l i b r a r y Origami Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Join us for origami and jewelry making. All supplies provided. Jun 21 Sat 3:30 PM Computer Know-How at Your Branch 13 years old and up Learn basic computer skills. Registration required. Jul 10 Thu 9:30 AM Living Places, Living Planet School age Through this interactive presentation by the Maryland Zoo ZOOmobile, travel the world to see the many habitats that wild animals call home. The animals help you understand what living things need to survive and learn about the global resources that animals and humans must share. Jun 23 Mon 2:00 PM The Battle of Baltimore: War of 1812 Adult Brian Reynolds, from Fort McHenry, discusses the September 1814 Battle of Baltimore, including both the Defense of Fort McHenry and the Battle of North Point, as well as background information on the causes of the war. Jul 16 Wed 6:30 PM Rain, Water, Lightning, BOOM School age – grades K to 3 Join us as we explore the water cycle in this science-oriented program by connecting science, literature and the arts. Registration required. Jun 24 Tue 6:30 PM Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jun 28 Sat 2:00 PM Up in Smoke Adult Join us for this six-week program designed to help you quit smoking forever! Free nicotine patches provided. Program donated by the Baltimore County Department of Health. Registration required. Mondays 6:30 PM July 7-August 11 Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jul 8 Tue 6:30 PM 8 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 Hereford 16940 York Road 410-887-1919 Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Thursdays 10:30 AM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 10:30 AM except July 4 Hereford Branch Book Group Adult Join us for a lively book discussion of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hereford Library. Jun 4 Wed 1:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Jun 7 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 5 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 2 Sat 2:00 PM The Battle of Baltimore: War of 1812 Adult Brian Reynolds, from Fort McHenry, discusses the September 1814 Battle of Baltimore, including both the Defense of Fort McHenry and the Battle of North Point, as well as background information on the causes of the war. Jun 9 Mon 6:30 PM Cromwell Valley Nature Center Series School age – grades 1 to 8/ children under 8 with adult Saturdays at 2 p.m. Critter Encounter Jun 14 — Join us for our Summer Reading Club kickoff party as we welcome Sneaks the Cat and his friends from Cromwell Valley Nature Center. Meet some of the native animals that call Maryland home. Eat the Weeds Jul 12 — Learn to identify common edible plants, such as lamb’s quarters, berries, greens, herbs and more. Also covers safe and environmentally responsible collection methods as well as preparation and cooking. Animal Tracks Detectives Aug 9 — Animals leave behind clues wherever they visit. Learn to decode these clues and make a craft to take home. Books, Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us for coffee, light refreshments and engaging conversation. Talk about your favorite books with other readers. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hereford Library. Jun 18 Wed 10:00 AM Jul 16 Wed 10:00 AM Aug 20 Wed 10:00 AM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jun 21 Sat 10:00 AM p r o g r a m s Steampunk Jewelry Teen/tween Make jewelry from hardware and O-rings. Materials provided. Registration required. Jun 7 Sat 2:00 PM Art Class with Raeann: Klee School age Raeann introduces artist Paul Klee to students with an accompanying art project for them to create their own masterpiece. Bring an old shirt or art smock. Registration required. Jun 14 Sat 11:00 AM Readers of the Roundtable Adult Join a lively book discussion. June, Dancing Fish and Ammonites by Penelope Lively; July, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce; August, Defending Jacob by William Landay. Jun 17 Tue 10:00 AM Jul 15 Tue 10:00 AM Aug 19 Tue 10:00 AM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 18 Wed 7:00 PM Jul 16 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 20 Wed 7:00 PM Small Business Counseling Adult Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from the Small Business Resource Center. The adviser can assist with business plan development, marketing, loan preparation and minority business enterprise. Registration required. Appointment times are 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon or 1 p.m. Jun 19 Thu 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Jul 17 Thu 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Aug 21 Thu 10:00 AM-2:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 25 Wed 6:00 PM-7:00 PM Jul 23 Wed 6:00 PM-7:00 PM Aug 27 Wed 6:00 PM-7:00 PM a t Paws to Read School age – children under 8 with an adult Reading with a pet is a great way to improve reading skills. Register your child to read with a trained Pets on Wheels dog in a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment. Jun 28 Sat Noon Jul 26 Sat Noon Aug 23 Sat Noon y o u r l i b r a r y Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Aug 2 Sat 2:00 PM Art Class with Raeann: Picasso School age Raeann introduces artist Pablo Picasso Hiss, Rattle, Pop: to students with an accompanying art The Science of Sound project for them to create their own School age – children under 8 with masterpiece. Bring an old shirt or art an adult smock. Registration required. Through stories and hands-on, ears-on Aug 16 Sat 11:00 AM demonstrations and experiments, we explore the science of sound. DIY Jewelry: Wrap Bracelets Presented in cooperation with Cromwell Teen/tween Valley Park. Registration required. Learn to make a wrap bracelet. Materials Jul 5 Sat 11:00 AM provided. Registration required. Aug 19 Tue 7:00 PM T-Shirt Deco Teen/tween Create a new fashion masterpiece out of your old T-shirt. Bring a T-shirt. 9685 Honeygo Boulevard Registration required. 410-887-5195 Jul 7 Mon 7:00 PM Perry Hall Art Class with Raeann: Klimt School age Raeann introduces artist Gustav Klimt to students with an accompanying art project for them to create their own masterpiece. Bring an old shirt or art smock. Registration required. Jul 19 Sat 11:00 AM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 22 Tue 1:30 PM Librarian-on-Demand 13 years old and up A librarian is available by appointment to assist you with a variety of tasks, including how to download e-books and magazines, job searching, email setup, how to manage your account and place holds with BCPL’s mobile app, résumé formatting and more. Call for an appointment. Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Tuesdays 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Wednesdays 10:00 AM & 10:45 AM Toddler Story Time 2 to 3 years old with adult Engage your toddler through stories, rhymes, songs and movement activities, followed by a play time. Registration required. Thursdays 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us for coffee and book discussion. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library. Jun 6 Fri 10:00 AM Aug 1 Fri 10:00 AM B&O Railroad Museum Adult Hear Paul Bridge, volunteer from the B&O Railroad Museum, talk about the history of the railroad and museum. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library. Jun 10 Tue 7:00 PM Story Time with Mr. Bob 2 to 5 years old with adult Join Mr. Bob as he tells stories, sings songs and does various activities based on a special theme. Jun 13 Fri 10:30 AM Jul 11 Fri 10:30 AM Aug 8 Fri 10:30 AM Perry Hall Book Club Adult Spend an hour sharing your insights with other readers. June, Jefferson’s Sons: A Founding Father’s Secret Children by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley; July, The Giver by Lois Lowry; August, The Fifth Assassin by Brad Meltzer. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library. Jun 19 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 17 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 21 Thu 7:00 PM Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jun 20 Fri 10:30 AM Baltimore County Public Library 13 p r o g r a m s Owings Mills 10302 Grand Central Avenue 410-887-2092 Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Tuesdays 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Thursdays 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM Jun 22 Sun 2:00 PM Jul 27 Sun 2:00 PM Aug 24 Sun 2:00 PM Spanish Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs in Spanish, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 9:30 AM except July 4 Hora de los cuentos en español para bebés Desde recién nacidos hasta niños de 23 meses con un adulto Conéctese con su bebé por medio de historias, rimas, saltos y canciones en español, seguidos de un tiempo de juego. Se requiere la inscripción. Viernes 9:30 AM excepto el 4 de julio Spanish Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together in Spanish. Fridays 11:00 AM except July 4 Hora de los cuentos en español para preescolares De 2 a 5 años de edad con un adulto Relaciónese con su preescolar al disfrutar juntos historias, canciones y actividades en español. Viernes 11:00 AM excepto el 4 de julio a t Introduction to Home Composting Adult Learn about the environmental benefits of composting and how you can easily reduce waste at home. Let Baltimore County Master Gardener Educators instruct you on different types of composters and composting. Registration required. Jun 2 Mon 7:00 PM First Tuesday Book Club Adult Join us for a lively book discussion. June, Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver; July, Necessary Lies by Diane Chamberlain; August, Don’t Go by Lisa Scottoline. Jun 3 Tue 7:00 PM Jul 1 Tue 7:00 PM Aug 5 Tue 7:00 PM Paws to Read School age – children under 8 with an adultlt Reading with a pet is a great way to improve reading skills. Register your child to read with a trained Pets on Wheels dog in a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment. Jun 8 Sun 1:30 PM Jul 13 Sun 1:30 PM Aug 10 Sun 1:30 PM Books, Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us for coffee, cookies and engaging conversation. Talk about your favorite books with other readers. Jun 10 Tue 10:00 AM Jul 8 Tue 10:00 AM Aug 12 Tue 10:00 AM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 14 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 14 Mon 7:00 PM Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM Summer Reading Kickoff Event All ages – children under 8 with adult Celebrate the start of our Summer Reading Club: “Fizz, Boom, Read!” with face painting and a scavenger hunt. Jun 16 Mon 7:00 PM 12 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 y o u r l i b r a r y Pajama Story time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 18 Wed 7:00 PM Jul 16 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 20 Wed 7:00 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this allnew show. Jun 19 Thu 7:00 PM Rainbow Looms Teen – ages 11 to 17 Create your own unique rainbow bracelet. Registration required. Jun 26 Thu 7:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jun 28 Sat 11:00 AM Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jul 12 Sat 11:00 AM Stuffed Animal Campout All ages – children under 8 with adult Bring your favorite stuffed animal friend for a campout night at the branch. Jul 17 Thu 7:00 PM Rain, Water, Lightning, BOOM School age – grades K to 3 Join us as we explore the water cycle in this science-oriented program by connecting science, literature and the arts. Registration required. Jul 23 Wed 7:00 PM p r o g r a m s Sing-Along with Sneaks and Mr. Joe All ages – children under 8 with adult Jump, clap and shake along with guitarstrumming, song-singing librarian Mr. Joe and his pal Sneaks the Cat. Jul 26 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 13 Wed 2:00 PM Mad Scientist Training School age – children under 8 with adult Learn how to be a mad scientist by conducting fun, hands-on science experiments, and take home your own slimy creations. Registration required. Jul 28 Mon 7:00 PM Nanoscience 101 School age – grades 1 to 5 Students are introduced to this emerging field of science and learn that “nano” means really, really small, and when things are very small, they can behave differently. Highlights include using your nose as a nanosensor and creating “nano-gold” suncatchers. Registration required. Aug 12 Tue 2:00 PM Parkville 9509 Harford Road 410-887-5353 Renov atio Comple n te Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Wednesdays 10:30 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Thursdays 9:30 AM Science, Books and Movement 2 to 5 years old with adult A science-themed, fun- and movement-filled literacy program! Jun 7 Sat 10:30 AM Learn to Knit and Crochet Adult/teen Learn foundational skills and stitches that you can expand upon to make exciting projects all year round. Supplies and instruction provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hereford Library. Registration required. Jun 24 Tue 7:00 PM Feminist: Stories from Women’s Liberation Adult Join us for a screening and discussion of Feminist: Stories from Women’s Liberation, a one-hour film directed by Jennifer Lee about the women’s liberation movement during 19631970. Released in 2013, it has been shown nationally and internationally and won “Best of the Fest” for documentary at the Los Angeles Women’s International Film Festival. Jun 28 Sat 2:00 PM Teen Book Club Teen – grades 9 to 12 Make some new friends, and improve your social skills. First book discussed: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon. Future titles decided by the group. Refreshments provided. Registration required. Jul 6 Sun 3:00 PM Jul 13 Sun 3:00 PM Jul 20 Sun 3:00 PM Jul 27 Sun 3:00 PM Aug 3 Sun 3:00 PM Aug 10 Sun 3:00 PM Wii Remote into Smart Board Teen – grades 6 and up Learn about Bluetooth and infrared light technology. Then, create interactive smart boards using just a Wii remote! Registration required. Jul 14 Mon 7:00 PM Wanna Buy Some Rocks? The Journey of a Stay-at-Home Dad Adult Join local author Jim Renaud in a special reading and book signing. Sprinkled with humor, indecision, brainstorming, joys, lists and lessons learned is Jim Renaud’s autobiography of his years as a stay-at-home dad. Jul 19 Sat 2:00 PM a t Sit and Knit Adult/teen Bring your latest knitting or crocheting project to work on. Share your expertise, and learn from others. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hereford Library. Jul 22 Tue 7:00 PM Aug 26 Tue 7:00 PM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 23 Wed 1:30 PM 4-H Rabbit Club Ages 5 and up – children under 8 with adult Meet all kinds of rabbits, and learn about different breeds, why they make great pets, care and what they like to eat. Followed by a Q&A session. Presented by Baltimore County Rabbit 4-H Club. Jul 29 Tue 6:00 PM Nanoscience 101 School age – grades 1 to 5 Students are introduced to this emerging field of science and learn that “nano” means really, really small, and when things are very small, they can behave differently. Highlights include using your nose as a nano-sensor and creating “nano-gold” suncatchers. Registration required. Aug 5 Tue 2:00 PM Magical Mats: Children’s Yoga and Art Workshop School age – 9 to 12 years old Flow, smile and grow as you learn yoga poses and relaxation techniques through games and creative movement. As we explore partner poses and how we can incorporate a y o u r l i b r a r y hula hoop into our class, our creative juices will flow just in time for a unique art project for you to take home. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hereford Library. Registration required. Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM Improv Basics Teen Learn the basics of improv, including creating solid scene work and fun characters, different types of formats, structures and games. Aug 30 Sat 2:00 PM Lansdowne 500 Third Avenue 410-887-5602 One-on-One Library Apps Help 13 years old and up A librarian is available to show you how to get the most out of free BCPL apps. Learn how to download e-books, audiobooks and magazines, or find out how to manage your account and place holds with our mobile app. Call for an appointment. Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Mondays 7:00 PM Teen Gaming Teen – ages 11 to 17 Try your skills at Rock Band, Guitar Hero and other fun Wii and Xbox 360 games. Thursdays 2:30 PM Knitting with Miss Jessica All ages – children under 8 with adult Learn to knit or practice your skills while making new friends. Bring your own knitting needles and yarn. Registration required. Thursdays 6:00 PM-7:30 PM beginning June 26 Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Saturdays 2:00 PM Paws to Read School age – children under 8 with an adult Reading with a pet is a great way to improve reading skills. Register your child to read with a trained Pets on Wheels dog in a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment. Jun 7 Sat 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Jun 21 Sat 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Jul 5 Sat 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Jul 19 Sat 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Aug 2 Sat 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 9 Mon 7:00 PM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jun 23 Mon 7:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jul 2 Wed 3:45 PM Aug 6 Wed 3:45 PM Science, Books and Movement 2 to 5 years old with adult A science-themed, fun- and movement-filled literacy program! Jul 7 Mon 7:00 PM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 16 Wed 3:45 PM Baltimore County Public Library 9 p r o g r a m s Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Aug 4 Mon 7:00 PM Loch Raven 1046 Taylor Avenue 410-887-4444 Friends of the Loch Raven Library Guest Speaker Series Container Gardening Adult Is it a mini flowerbed, a wee small vegetable patch or a work of art? You decide! Norman Cohen, an avid 35-year gardener, plant aficionado and veteran Master Gardener, teaches you how to create beautiful, successful container gardens. Jun 11 Wed 7:00 PM Gardening for Children School age Take a look into the science of gardening for children. Baltimore County Master Gardeners present a hands-on demonstration of what a plant needs to grow. Children take home a planted seed. Registration required. Jul 8 Tue 2:00 PM A Poetic Perspective on American History Adult Baltimore-based poet and storyteller Jennifer Rudick Zunikoff offers a personal glimpse of significant moments and people throughout our nation’s history. Jul 9 Wed 7:00 PM Life Stories from a Master Storyteller Adult Baltimore-area storyteller Debe Stagmer shares her stories about unexpected and interesting life experiences. Aug 13 Wed 7:00 PM a t Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Fridays 9:30 AM except July 4 Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 11:00 AM except July 4 Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 14 Sat 10:00 AM The Battle of Baltimore: War of 1812 Adult Brian Reynolds, from Fort McHenry, discusses the September 1814 Battle of Baltimore, including both the Defense of Fort McHenry and the Battle of North Point, as well as background information on the causes of the war. Jun 25 Wed 7:00 PM Brew with Friends Adult A special guest and local home brewer presents information on home brewing and answers your questions. Enjoy craft beer and snacks while mingling with home brewers. Tickets are $15 at the branch or through the Friends before June 26. Contact the Friends for more information at lochravenfriends@gmail. com. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Loch Raven Library. Jun 27 Fri 6:00 PM Vibrations Rock: Buzz, Zing, Bang 2 to 5 years old with adult Tracey Eldridge explores the physics of sound using visual and tactile illustrations. Children gain an appreciation for the role that sound plays in our experience of the world around us. Jun 28 Sat 10:00 AM 10 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 y o u r l i b r a r y LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks. All supplies provided. Registration required. Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Aug 2 Sat 10:00 AM North Point 1716 Merritt Boulevard 410-887-7255 Librarian-on-Demand 13 years old and up A librarian is available by appointment to assist you with a variety of tasks, including how to download e-books and magazines, job searching, email setup, how to manage your account and place holds with BCPL’s mobile app, résumé formatting and more. Call for an appointment. Computer Room 13 years old and up Use our computer room to work independently in a quiet environment. Work on lengthy projects such as résumés and term papers, or use BCPL’s online databases. Walk-ins are welcome, space permitting. A BCPL library card in good standing is required. Sundays 1:30 PM-4:30 PM Tuesdays 4:00 PM-7:00 PM Wednesdays 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Thursdays 4:00 PM-7:00 PM Saturdays 1:30 PM-4:30 PM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Wednesdays 10:00 AM p r o g r a m s Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Wednesdays 11:00 AM Up in Smoke Adult Join us for this six-week program designed to help you quit smoking forever! Free nicotine patches provided. Program donated by the Baltimore County Department of Health. Registration required. Wednesdays 6:30 PM July 2-August 6 Thursday Night Knit and Stitch 13 years old and up Led by volunteer Paula Dixon, bring your latest knitting, crocheting or needlecraft project and learn from each other. All levels of experience are welcome. Thursdays 6:30 PM except June 5 Dundalk Dialogs Adult – Tuesdays at 7 p.m. An ongoing series of discussions featuring local authors whose books are of special interest to the Dundalk community. Deborah Rudacille Jun 3 — The author of Roots of Steel: Boom and Bust in an American Mill Town, about Dundalk and the steel mill at Sparrow’s Point, discusses and signs copies of her book. Elaine Eff Jul 1 — Passionate for local culture and traditions, the author dedicated her career to chronicling and presenting Maryland traditions. Last year she wrote and published The Painted Screens of Baltimore: An Urban Folk Art Revealed. Michael Olesker Aug 5 — A columnist for The Baltimore Sun for many years, the speaker is well-known for his books about Baltimore, such as The Colts’ Baltimore and his latest, Front Stoops in the Fifties. Paws to Read School age – children under 8 with an adult Reading with a pet is a great way to improve reading skills. Register your child to read with a trained Pets on Wheels dog in a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment. Jun 1 Sun 2:00 PM Jul 6 Sun 2:00 PM Aug 3 Sun 2:00 PM Computer Know-How at Your Branch 13 years old and up Learn basic computer skills. Registration required. Jun 10 Tue 2:00 PM Jul 8 Tue 7:00 PM Aug 12 Tue 2:00 PM Introduction to the Internet 13 years old and up Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required. Jun 12 Thu 2:00 PM Jul 10 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 14 Thu 2:00 PM Introduction to Microsoft Word 13 years old and up Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Registration required. Jun 17 Tue 2:00 PM Aug 21 Thu 7:00 PM Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jun 21 Sat 2:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks. All supplies provided. Registration begins at 1:30 p.m. the day of the event. Jun 26 Thu 2:00 PM Jul 17 Thu 2:00 PM Aug 2 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 19 Tue 2:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated a t through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jun 28 Sat 2:00 PM Small Business Counseling Adult Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from the Small Business Resource Center. The adviser can assist with business plan development, marketing, loan preparation and minority business enterprise. Registration required. Appointment times are 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. Jun 30 Mon 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Jul 28 Mon 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Aug 25 Mon 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Zero Robotics Team Teen – grades 6 to 8 Learn about satellites, robotics and space engineering; program experimental satellites in space and compete in a battle aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Call for more information, exact dates and times. July 7 to mid-August y o u r l i b r a r y Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM Jobs Academy Adult This five-class series is a special registration-only summer event. Learn how to create a résumé and cover letter, search for jobs online and practice basic interview skills. Participants must attend all five classes, and they will receive supplemental materials. Jul 14 Mon 2:00 PM – MS Word for job seekers Jul 16 Wed 2:00 PM – creating a résumé Jul 21 Mon 2:00 PM – Internet skills Jul 23 Wed 2:00 PM – online job searching Jul 30 Wed 2:00 PM – mock interviews Anime and Manga Night Teen Draw, discuss manga and view new anime releases as well as old favorites. Light snacks provided. Jul 15 Tue 7:00 PM Aug 19 Tue 7:00 PM My Books Read-In School age Join us for an hour long read-in, and celebrate your summer reading accomplishments with a tasty treat. Students participating in the BCPS “My Books” program are able to access their reading logs through the computer lab. Jul 9 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 13 Wed 7:00 PM Tiny Tech 3 to 5 years old with adult Share an interactive computer class with your child. This three-part series introduces activities, stories and child-friendly websites to help your preschooler learn basic computer skills. Registration required. Jul 12 Sat 10:00 AM Jul 19 Sat 10:00 AM Jul 26 Sat 10:00 AM Ask the Teen Tech Squad Adult Our Teen Tech Squad volunteers help you get to know your PC, e-reader and tablet, and assist with basic computer and Internet skills, email setup and more. Bring your own device, or use a branch computer. Jul 29 Tue 5:00 PM Aug 5 Tue 5:00 PM Aug 12 Tue 5:00 PM Mission Impossible All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Steve Gambrill in his exciting new show that has a fun mix of puppets, balloons and lots of audience participation. Aug 4 Mon 2:00 PM GSK Science in the Summer™ School age Learn about physical science – how magnets work, what makes electricity – through exciting experiments. Work with others to make a compass and electromagnet, build circuits with batteries and bulbs, and experience the power of static electricity. In-person registration and parent permission forms available July 1. First come, first served until all spaces filled. Please register only if your child can attend all sessions. • Level 1 classes – children entering grades 2 to 3 Jul 22 & 24 (T/TH) 2:00 PM-4:00 PM • Level 2 classes – children entering grades 4 to 6 Jul 29 & 31 (T/TH) 2:00 PM-4:00 PM Critter Talk School age Join a naturalist from the Marshy Point Nature Center as some scaly, feathery and furry friends come along for a fun and educational talk. Aug 7 Thu 10:00 AM Nanoscience 101 School age – grades 1 to 5 Students are introduced to this emerging field of science and learn that “nano” means really, really small, and when things are very small, they can behave differently. Highlights include using your nose as a nanosensor and creating “nano-gold” suncatchers. Registration required. Aug 21 Thu 2:00 PM Introduction to the Internet, Part II 13 years old and up Learn advanced Internet skills. Registration required. Aug 28 Thu 7:00 PM Baltimore County Public Library 11 p r o g r a m s Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Aug 4 Mon 7:00 PM Loch Raven 1046 Taylor Avenue 410-887-4444 Friends of the Loch Raven Library Guest Speaker Series Container Gardening Adult Is it a mini flowerbed, a wee small vegetable patch or a work of art? You decide! Norman Cohen, an avid 35-year gardener, plant aficionado and veteran Master Gardener, teaches you how to create beautiful, successful container gardens. Jun 11 Wed 7:00 PM Gardening for Children School age Take a look into the science of gardening for children. Baltimore County Master Gardeners present a hands-on demonstration of what a plant needs to grow. Children take home a planted seed. Registration required. Jul 8 Tue 2:00 PM A Poetic Perspective on American History Adult Baltimore-based poet and storyteller Jennifer Rudick Zunikoff offers a personal glimpse of significant moments and people throughout our nation’s history. Jul 9 Wed 7:00 PM Life Stories from a Master Storyteller Adult Baltimore-area storyteller Debe Stagmer shares her stories about unexpected and interesting life experiences. Aug 13 Wed 7:00 PM a t Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Fridays 9:30 AM except July 4 Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 11:00 AM except July 4 Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 14 Sat 10:00 AM The Battle of Baltimore: War of 1812 Adult Brian Reynolds, from Fort McHenry, discusses the September 1814 Battle of Baltimore, including both the Defense of Fort McHenry and the Battle of North Point, as well as background information on the causes of the war. Jun 25 Wed 7:00 PM Brew with Friends Adult A special guest and local home brewer presents information on home brewing and answers your questions. Enjoy craft beer and snacks while mingling with home brewers. Tickets are $15 at the branch or through the Friends before June 26. Contact the Friends for more information at lochravenfriends@gmail. com. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Loch Raven Library. Jun 27 Fri 6:00 PM Vibrations Rock: Buzz, Zing, Bang 2 to 5 years old with adult Tracey Eldridge explores the physics of sound using visual and tactile illustrations. Children gain an appreciation for the role that sound plays in our experience of the world around us. Jun 28 Sat 10:00 AM 10 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 y o u r l i b r a r y LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks. All supplies provided. Registration required. Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Aug 2 Sat 10:00 AM North Point 1716 Merritt Boulevard 410-887-7255 Librarian-on-Demand 13 years old and up A librarian is available by appointment to assist you with a variety of tasks, including how to download e-books and magazines, job searching, email setup, how to manage your account and place holds with BCPL’s mobile app, résumé formatting and more. Call for an appointment. Computer Room 13 years old and up Use our computer room to work independently in a quiet environment. Work on lengthy projects such as résumés and term papers, or use BCPL’s online databases. Walk-ins are welcome, space permitting. A BCPL library card in good standing is required. Sundays 1:30 PM-4:30 PM Tuesdays 4:00 PM-7:00 PM Wednesdays 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Thursdays 4:00 PM-7:00 PM Saturdays 1:30 PM-4:30 PM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Wednesdays 10:00 AM p r o g r a m s Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Wednesdays 11:00 AM Up in Smoke Adult Join us for this six-week program designed to help you quit smoking forever! Free nicotine patches provided. Program donated by the Baltimore County Department of Health. Registration required. Wednesdays 6:30 PM July 2-August 6 Thursday Night Knit and Stitch 13 years old and up Led by volunteer Paula Dixon, bring your latest knitting, crocheting or needlecraft project and learn from each other. All levels of experience are welcome. Thursdays 6:30 PM except June 5 Dundalk Dialogs Adult – Tuesdays at 7 p.m. An ongoing series of discussions featuring local authors whose books are of special interest to the Dundalk community. Deborah Rudacille Jun 3 — The author of Roots of Steel: Boom and Bust in an American Mill Town, about Dundalk and the steel mill at Sparrow’s Point, discusses and signs copies of her book. Elaine Eff Jul 1 — Passionate for local culture and traditions, the author dedicated her career to chronicling and presenting Maryland traditions. Last year she wrote and published The Painted Screens of Baltimore: An Urban Folk Art Revealed. Michael Olesker Aug 5 — A columnist for The Baltimore Sun for many years, the speaker is well-known for his books about Baltimore, such as The Colts’ Baltimore and his latest, Front Stoops in the Fifties. Paws to Read School age – children under 8 with an adult Reading with a pet is a great way to improve reading skills. Register your child to read with a trained Pets on Wheels dog in a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment. Jun 1 Sun 2:00 PM Jul 6 Sun 2:00 PM Aug 3 Sun 2:00 PM Computer Know-How at Your Branch 13 years old and up Learn basic computer skills. Registration required. Jun 10 Tue 2:00 PM Jul 8 Tue 7:00 PM Aug 12 Tue 2:00 PM Introduction to the Internet 13 years old and up Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required. Jun 12 Thu 2:00 PM Jul 10 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 14 Thu 2:00 PM Introduction to Microsoft Word 13 years old and up Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Registration required. Jun 17 Tue 2:00 PM Aug 21 Thu 7:00 PM Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jun 21 Sat 2:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks. All supplies provided. Registration begins at 1:30 p.m. the day of the event. Jun 26 Thu 2:00 PM Jul 17 Thu 2:00 PM Aug 2 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 19 Tue 2:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated a t through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jun 28 Sat 2:00 PM Small Business Counseling Adult Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from the Small Business Resource Center. The adviser can assist with business plan development, marketing, loan preparation and minority business enterprise. Registration required. Appointment times are 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. Jun 30 Mon 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Jul 28 Mon 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Aug 25 Mon 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Zero Robotics Team Teen – grades 6 to 8 Learn about satellites, robotics and space engineering; program experimental satellites in space and compete in a battle aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Call for more information, exact dates and times. July 7 to mid-August y o u r l i b r a r y Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM Jobs Academy Adult This five-class series is a special registration-only summer event. Learn how to create a résumé and cover letter, search for jobs online and practice basic interview skills. Participants must attend all five classes, and they will receive supplemental materials. Jul 14 Mon 2:00 PM – MS Word for job seekers Jul 16 Wed 2:00 PM – creating a résumé Jul 21 Mon 2:00 PM – Internet skills Jul 23 Wed 2:00 PM – online job searching Jul 30 Wed 2:00 PM – mock interviews Anime and Manga Night Teen Draw, discuss manga and view new anime releases as well as old favorites. Light snacks provided. Jul 15 Tue 7:00 PM Aug 19 Tue 7:00 PM My Books Read-In School age Join us for an hour long read-in, and celebrate your summer reading accomplishments with a tasty treat. Students participating in the BCPS “My Books” program are able to access their reading logs through the computer lab. Jul 9 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 13 Wed 7:00 PM Tiny Tech 3 to 5 years old with adult Share an interactive computer class with your child. This three-part series introduces activities, stories and child-friendly websites to help your preschooler learn basic computer skills. Registration required. Jul 12 Sat 10:00 AM Jul 19 Sat 10:00 AM Jul 26 Sat 10:00 AM Ask the Teen Tech Squad Adult Our Teen Tech Squad volunteers help you get to know your PC, e-reader and tablet, and assist with basic computer and Internet skills, email setup and more. Bring your own device, or use a branch computer. Jul 29 Tue 5:00 PM Aug 5 Tue 5:00 PM Aug 12 Tue 5:00 PM Mission Impossible All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Steve Gambrill in his exciting new show that has a fun mix of puppets, balloons and lots of audience participation. Aug 4 Mon 2:00 PM GSK Science in the Summer™ School age Learn about physical science – how magnets work, what makes electricity – through exciting experiments. Work with others to make a compass and electromagnet, build circuits with batteries and bulbs, and experience the power of static electricity. In-person registration and parent permission forms available July 1. First come, first served until all spaces filled. Please register only if your child can attend all sessions. • Level 1 classes – children entering grades 2 to 3 Jul 22 & 24 (T/TH) 2:00 PM-4:00 PM • Level 2 classes – children entering grades 4 to 6 Jul 29 & 31 (T/TH) 2:00 PM-4:00 PM Critter Talk School age Join a naturalist from the Marshy Point Nature Center as some scaly, feathery and furry friends come along for a fun and educational talk. Aug 7 Thu 10:00 AM Nanoscience 101 School age – grades 1 to 5 Students are introduced to this emerging field of science and learn that “nano” means really, really small, and when things are very small, they can behave differently. Highlights include using your nose as a nanosensor and creating “nano-gold” suncatchers. Registration required. Aug 21 Thu 2:00 PM Introduction to the Internet, Part II 13 years old and up Learn advanced Internet skills. Registration required. Aug 28 Thu 7:00 PM Baltimore County Public Library 11 p r o g r a m s Owings Mills 10302 Grand Central Avenue 410-887-2092 Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Tuesdays 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Thursdays 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM Jun 22 Sun 2:00 PM Jul 27 Sun 2:00 PM Aug 24 Sun 2:00 PM Spanish Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs in Spanish, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 9:30 AM except July 4 Hora de los cuentos en español para bebés Desde recién nacidos hasta niños de 23 meses con un adulto Conéctese con su bebé por medio de historias, rimas, saltos y canciones en español, seguidos de un tiempo de juego. Se requiere la inscripción. Viernes 9:30 AM excepto el 4 de julio Spanish Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together in Spanish. Fridays 11:00 AM except July 4 Hora de los cuentos en español para preescolares De 2 a 5 años de edad con un adulto Relaciónese con su preescolar al disfrutar juntos historias, canciones y actividades en español. Viernes 11:00 AM excepto el 4 de julio a t Introduction to Home Composting Adult Learn about the environmental benefits of composting and how you can easily reduce waste at home. Let Baltimore County Master Gardener Educators instruct you on different types of composters and composting. Registration required. Jun 2 Mon 7:00 PM First Tuesday Book Club Adult Join us for a lively book discussion. June, Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver; July, Necessary Lies by Diane Chamberlain; August, Don’t Go by Lisa Scottoline. Jun 3 Tue 7:00 PM Jul 1 Tue 7:00 PM Aug 5 Tue 7:00 PM Paws to Read School age – children under 8 with an adultlt Reading with a pet is a great way to improve reading skills. Register your child to read with a trained Pets on Wheels dog in a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment. Jun 8 Sun 1:30 PM Jul 13 Sun 1:30 PM Aug 10 Sun 1:30 PM Books, Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us for coffee, cookies and engaging conversation. Talk about your favorite books with other readers. Jun 10 Tue 10:00 AM Jul 8 Tue 10:00 AM Aug 12 Tue 10:00 AM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 14 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 14 Mon 7:00 PM Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM Summer Reading Kickoff Event All ages – children under 8 with adult Celebrate the start of our Summer Reading Club: “Fizz, Boom, Read!” with face painting and a scavenger hunt. Jun 16 Mon 7:00 PM 12 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 y o u r l i b r a r y Pajama Story time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 18 Wed 7:00 PM Jul 16 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 20 Wed 7:00 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this allnew show. Jun 19 Thu 7:00 PM Rainbow Looms Teen – ages 11 to 17 Create your own unique rainbow bracelet. Registration required. Jun 26 Thu 7:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jun 28 Sat 11:00 AM Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jul 12 Sat 11:00 AM Stuffed Animal Campout All ages – children under 8 with adult Bring your favorite stuffed animal friend for a campout night at the branch. Jul 17 Thu 7:00 PM Rain, Water, Lightning, BOOM School age – grades K to 3 Join us as we explore the water cycle in this science-oriented program by connecting science, literature and the arts. Registration required. Jul 23 Wed 7:00 PM p r o g r a m s Sing-Along with Sneaks and Mr. Joe All ages – children under 8 with adult Jump, clap and shake along with guitarstrumming, song-singing librarian Mr. Joe and his pal Sneaks the Cat. Jul 26 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 13 Wed 2:00 PM Mad Scientist Training School age – children under 8 with adult Learn how to be a mad scientist by conducting fun, hands-on science experiments, and take home your own slimy creations. Registration required. Jul 28 Mon 7:00 PM Nanoscience 101 School age – grades 1 to 5 Students are introduced to this emerging field of science and learn that “nano” means really, really small, and when things are very small, they can behave differently. Highlights include using your nose as a nanosensor and creating “nano-gold” suncatchers. Registration required. Aug 12 Tue 2:00 PM Parkville 9509 Harford Road 410-887-5353 Renov atio Comple n te Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Wednesdays 10:30 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Thursdays 9:30 AM Science, Books and Movement 2 to 5 years old with adult A science-themed, fun- and movement-filled literacy program! Jun 7 Sat 10:30 AM Learn to Knit and Crochet Adult/teen Learn foundational skills and stitches that you can expand upon to make exciting projects all year round. Supplies and instruction provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hereford Library. Registration required. Jun 24 Tue 7:00 PM Feminist: Stories from Women’s Liberation Adult Join us for a screening and discussion of Feminist: Stories from Women’s Liberation, a one-hour film directed by Jennifer Lee about the women’s liberation movement during 19631970. Released in 2013, it has been shown nationally and internationally and won “Best of the Fest” for documentary at the Los Angeles Women’s International Film Festival. Jun 28 Sat 2:00 PM Teen Book Club Teen – grades 9 to 12 Make some new friends, and improve your social skills. First book discussed: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon. Future titles decided by the group. Refreshments provided. Registration required. Jul 6 Sun 3:00 PM Jul 13 Sun 3:00 PM Jul 20 Sun 3:00 PM Jul 27 Sun 3:00 PM Aug 3 Sun 3:00 PM Aug 10 Sun 3:00 PM Wii Remote into Smart Board Teen – grades 6 and up Learn about Bluetooth and infrared light technology. Then, create interactive smart boards using just a Wii remote! Registration required. Jul 14 Mon 7:00 PM Wanna Buy Some Rocks? The Journey of a Stay-at-Home Dad Adult Join local author Jim Renaud in a special reading and book signing. Sprinkled with humor, indecision, brainstorming, joys, lists and lessons learned is Jim Renaud’s autobiography of his years as a stay-at-home dad. Jul 19 Sat 2:00 PM a t Sit and Knit Adult/teen Bring your latest knitting or crocheting project to work on. Share your expertise, and learn from others. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hereford Library. Jul 22 Tue 7:00 PM Aug 26 Tue 7:00 PM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 23 Wed 1:30 PM 4-H Rabbit Club Ages 5 and up – children under 8 with adult Meet all kinds of rabbits, and learn about different breeds, why they make great pets, care and what they like to eat. Followed by a Q&A session. Presented by Baltimore County Rabbit 4-H Club. Jul 29 Tue 6:00 PM Nanoscience 101 School age – grades 1 to 5 Students are introduced to this emerging field of science and learn that “nano” means really, really small, and when things are very small, they can behave differently. Highlights include using your nose as a nano-sensor and creating “nano-gold” suncatchers. Registration required. Aug 5 Tue 2:00 PM Magical Mats: Children’s Yoga and Art Workshop School age – 9 to 12 years old Flow, smile and grow as you learn yoga poses and relaxation techniques through games and creative movement. As we explore partner poses and how we can incorporate a y o u r l i b r a r y hula hoop into our class, our creative juices will flow just in time for a unique art project for you to take home. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hereford Library. Registration required. Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM Improv Basics Teen Learn the basics of improv, including creating solid scene work and fun characters, different types of formats, structures and games. Aug 30 Sat 2:00 PM Lansdowne 500 Third Avenue 410-887-5602 One-on-One Library Apps Help 13 years old and up A librarian is available to show you how to get the most out of free BCPL apps. Learn how to download e-books, audiobooks and magazines, or find out how to manage your account and place holds with our mobile app. Call for an appointment. Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Mondays 7:00 PM Teen Gaming Teen – ages 11 to 17 Try your skills at Rock Band, Guitar Hero and other fun Wii and Xbox 360 games. Thursdays 2:30 PM Knitting with Miss Jessica All ages – children under 8 with adult Learn to knit or practice your skills while making new friends. Bring your own knitting needles and yarn. Registration required. Thursdays 6:00 PM-7:30 PM beginning June 26 Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Saturdays 2:00 PM Paws to Read School age – children under 8 with an adult Reading with a pet is a great way to improve reading skills. Register your child to read with a trained Pets on Wheels dog in a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment. Jun 7 Sat 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Jun 21 Sat 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Jul 5 Sat 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Jul 19 Sat 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Aug 2 Sat 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 9 Mon 7:00 PM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jun 23 Mon 7:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jul 2 Wed 3:45 PM Aug 6 Wed 3:45 PM Science, Books and Movement 2 to 5 years old with adult A science-themed, fun- and movement-filled literacy program! Jul 7 Mon 7:00 PM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 16 Wed 3:45 PM Baltimore County Public Library 9 p r o g r a m s Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Fridays 11:00 AM except July 4 Résumé Writing Workshop Adult Learn tips and tricks for successful résumé development, and bring your current résumé for an expert critique. Jun 2 Mon 11:00 AM Jul 7 Mon 11:00 AM Aug 4 Mon 11:00 AM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Jun 10 Tue 6:30 PM Jul 22 Tue 6:30 PM Aug 19 Tue 6:30 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this allnew show. Jun 16 Mon 6:30 PM Small Business Counseling Adult Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from the Small Business Resource Center. The adviser can assist with business plan development, marketing, loan preparation and minority business enterprise. Appointment times are 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon or 1 p.m. Registration required. Jun 18 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Jul 16 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Aug 20 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jun 21 Sat 2:00 PM a t y o u r l i b r a r y Origami Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Join us for origami and jewelry making. All supplies provided. Jun 21 Sat 3:30 PM Computer Know-How at Your Branch 13 years old and up Learn basic computer skills. Registration required. Jul 10 Thu 9:30 AM Living Places, Living Planet School age Through this interactive presentation by the Maryland Zoo ZOOmobile, travel the world to see the many habitats that wild animals call home. The animals help you understand what living things need to survive and learn about the global resources that animals and humans must share. Jun 23 Mon 2:00 PM The Battle of Baltimore: War of 1812 Adult Brian Reynolds, from Fort McHenry, discusses the September 1814 Battle of Baltimore, including both the Defense of Fort McHenry and the Battle of North Point, as well as background information on the causes of the war. Jul 16 Wed 6:30 PM Rain, Water, Lightning, BOOM School age – grades K to 3 Join us as we explore the water cycle in this science-oriented program by connecting science, literature and the arts. Registration required. Jun 24 Tue 6:30 PM Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jun 28 Sat 2:00 PM Up in Smoke Adult Join us for this six-week program designed to help you quit smoking forever! Free nicotine patches provided. Program donated by the Baltimore County Department of Health. Registration required. Mondays 6:30 PM July 7-August 11 Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jul 8 Tue 6:30 PM 8 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 Hereford 16940 York Road 410-887-1919 Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Thursdays 10:30 AM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 10:30 AM except July 4 Hereford Branch Book Group Adult Join us for a lively book discussion of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hereford Library. Jun 4 Wed 1:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Jun 7 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 5 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 2 Sat 2:00 PM The Battle of Baltimore: War of 1812 Adult Brian Reynolds, from Fort McHenry, discusses the September 1814 Battle of Baltimore, including both the Defense of Fort McHenry and the Battle of North Point, as well as background information on the causes of the war. Jun 9 Mon 6:30 PM Cromwell Valley Nature Center Series School age – grades 1 to 8/ children under 8 with adult Saturdays at 2 p.m. Critter Encounter Jun 14 — Join us for our Summer Reading Club kickoff party as we welcome Sneaks the Cat and his friends from Cromwell Valley Nature Center. Meet some of the native animals that call Maryland home. Eat the Weeds Jul 12 — Learn to identify common edible plants, such as lamb’s quarters, berries, greens, herbs and more. Also covers safe and environmentally responsible collection methods as well as preparation and cooking. Animal Tracks Detectives Aug 9 — Animals leave behind clues wherever they visit. Learn to decode these clues and make a craft to take home. Books, Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us for coffee, light refreshments and engaging conversation. Talk about your favorite books with other readers. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hereford Library. Jun 18 Wed 10:00 AM Jul 16 Wed 10:00 AM Aug 20 Wed 10:00 AM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jun 21 Sat 10:00 AM p r o g r a m s Steampunk Jewelry Teen/tween Make jewelry from hardware and O-rings. Materials provided. Registration required. Jun 7 Sat 2:00 PM Art Class with Raeann: Klee School age Raeann introduces artist Paul Klee to students with an accompanying art project for them to create their own masterpiece. Bring an old shirt or art smock. Registration required. Jun 14 Sat 11:00 AM Readers of the Roundtable Adult Join a lively book discussion. June, Dancing Fish and Ammonites by Penelope Lively; July, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce; August, Defending Jacob by William Landay. Jun 17 Tue 10:00 AM Jul 15 Tue 10:00 AM Aug 19 Tue 10:00 AM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 18 Wed 7:00 PM Jul 16 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 20 Wed 7:00 PM Small Business Counseling Adult Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from the Small Business Resource Center. The adviser can assist with business plan development, marketing, loan preparation and minority business enterprise. Registration required. Appointment times are 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon or 1 p.m. Jun 19 Thu 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Jul 17 Thu 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Aug 21 Thu 10:00 AM-2:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 25 Wed 6:00 PM-7:00 PM Jul 23 Wed 6:00 PM-7:00 PM Aug 27 Wed 6:00 PM-7:00 PM a t Paws to Read School age – children under 8 with an adult Reading with a pet is a great way to improve reading skills. Register your child to read with a trained Pets on Wheels dog in a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment. Jun 28 Sat Noon Jul 26 Sat Noon Aug 23 Sat Noon y o u r l i b r a r y Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Aug 2 Sat 2:00 PM Art Class with Raeann: Picasso School age Raeann introduces artist Pablo Picasso Hiss, Rattle, Pop: to students with an accompanying art The Science of Sound project for them to create their own School age – children under 8 with masterpiece. Bring an old shirt or art an adult smock. Registration required. Through stories and hands-on, ears-on Aug 16 Sat 11:00 AM demonstrations and experiments, we explore the science of sound. DIY Jewelry: Wrap Bracelets Presented in cooperation with Cromwell Teen/tween Valley Park. Registration required. Learn to make a wrap bracelet. Materials Jul 5 Sat 11:00 AM provided. Registration required. Aug 19 Tue 7:00 PM T-Shirt Deco Teen/tween Create a new fashion masterpiece out of your old T-shirt. Bring a T-shirt. 9685 Honeygo Boulevard Registration required. 410-887-5195 Jul 7 Mon 7:00 PM Perry Hall Art Class with Raeann: Klimt School age Raeann introduces artist Gustav Klimt to students with an accompanying art project for them to create their own masterpiece. Bring an old shirt or art smock. Registration required. Jul 19 Sat 11:00 AM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 22 Tue 1:30 PM Librarian-on-Demand 13 years old and up A librarian is available by appointment to assist you with a variety of tasks, including how to download e-books and magazines, job searching, email setup, how to manage your account and place holds with BCPL’s mobile app, résumé formatting and more. Call for an appointment. Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Tuesdays 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Wednesdays 10:00 AM & 10:45 AM Toddler Story Time 2 to 3 years old with adult Engage your toddler through stories, rhymes, songs and movement activities, followed by a play time. Registration required. Thursdays 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us for coffee and book discussion. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library. Jun 6 Fri 10:00 AM Aug 1 Fri 10:00 AM B&O Railroad Museum Adult Hear Paul Bridge, volunteer from the B&O Railroad Museum, talk about the history of the railroad and museum. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library. Jun 10 Tue 7:00 PM Story Time with Mr. Bob 2 to 5 years old with adult Join Mr. Bob as he tells stories, sings songs and does various activities based on a special theme. Jun 13 Fri 10:30 AM Jul 11 Fri 10:30 AM Aug 8 Fri 10:30 AM Perry Hall Book Club Adult Spend an hour sharing your insights with other readers. June, Jefferson’s Sons: A Founding Father’s Secret Children by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley; July, The Giver by Lois Lowry; August, The Fifth Assassin by Brad Meltzer. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library. Jun 19 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 17 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 21 Thu 7:00 PM Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jun 20 Fri 10:30 AM Baltimore County Public Library 13 p r o g r a m s Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jun 21 Sat 2:00 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old / children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jul 20 Sun 2:00 PM Aug 10 Sun 2:00 PM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 25 Fri 1:30 PM a t Pikesville 1301 Reisterstown Road 410-887-1234 Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Wednesdays 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM Thursdays 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Fridays 10:00 AM except July 4 Toddler Story Time 2 to 3 years old with adult Engage your toddler through stories, rhymes, songs and movement activities, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 11:00 AM except July 4 Computer Know-How at Your Branch 13 years old and up Learn basic computer skills. Registration required. Jun 2 Mon 9:00 AM Jul 7 Mon 9:00 AM Aug 4 Mon 9:00 AM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 4 Wed 6:30 PM Jul 2 Wed 6:30 PM Aug 6 Wed 6:30 PM Mission Impossible All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Steve Gambrill in his exciting new show that has a fun mix of puppets, balloons and lots of audience participation. Aug 1 Fri 2:00 PM Introduction to the Internet 13 years old and up Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required. Jun 9 Mon 9:00 AM Jul 14 Mon 9:00 AM Aug 11 Mon 9:00 AM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Aug 28 Thu 7:00 PM Books, Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us for coffee, cookies and engaging conversation. Talk about your favorite books with other readers. Jun 12 Thu 10:30 AM 14 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 y o u r l i b r a r y Jul 10 Thu 10:30 AM Aug 14 Thu 10:30 AM Science Lab School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Take turns performing science experiments. All materials provided. Space is limited; come early for a ticket. Jun 12 Thu 6:30 PM Jul 31 Thu 6:30 PM Aug 28 Thu 6:30 PM Karma Dogs School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Register your shy or reluctant reader to read with a Karma Dog from the H.E.A.R.T.S. Program. These dogs are friendly, nonjudgmental and good listeners. Jun 16 Mon 6:00 PM Jul 21 Mon 6:00 PM Aug 18 Mon 6:00 PM Rainbow Loom School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Take turns creating with Rainbow Looms. All materials provided. Jun 17 Tue 6:30 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Jun 24 Tue 6:30 PM Jul 16 Wed 1:30 PM Aug 11 Mon 1:30 PM Chapter Seven Book Club Adult Join us for a lively book discussion. June, The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion; July, The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown; August, Longbourn by Jo Baker. Jun 25 Wed 7:00 PM Jul 23 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 27 Wed 7:00 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 29 Sun 2:00 PM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 14 Mon 1:30 PM Wrap Bracelets School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Use colored leather, waxed cotton and ball chain to make a cool wrap bracelet. All materials provided. Jul 15 Tue 6:30 PM Vibrations Rock: Buzz, Zing, Bang 2 to 5 years old with adult Tracey Eldridge explores the physics of sound using visual and tactile illustrations. Children gain an appreciation for the role that sound plays in our experience of the world around us. Aug 3 Sun 2:00 PM Button Making School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Use decorative paper to make buttons. All materials provided. Aug 19 Tue 6:30 PM Randallstown 8604 Liberty Road 410-887-0770 Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Wednesdays 10:00 AM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Wednesdays 11:00 AM p r o g r a m s Books, Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us for coffee, cookies and engaging conversation. Talk about your favorite books with other readers. Jun 25 Wed 10:00 AM Jul 23 Wed 10:00 AM Aug 27 Wed 10:00 AM Wild Wings: Making Planes that Fly School age – children under 8 with adult Learn about the principles of flight, and build two different kinds of airplanes that really fly. Registration required. Jun 25 Wed 2:00 PM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jul 5 Sat 2:00 PM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 15 Tue 7:00 PM Rain, Water, Lightning, BOOM School age – grades K to 3 Join us as we explore the water cycle in this science-oriented program by connecting science, literature and the arts. Registration required. Jul 24 Thu 7:00 PM Cockeysville 9833 Greenside Drive 410-887-7750 Preschool Story time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10:00 AM & 10:45 AM Jun 7 Sat 10:30 AM Aug 2 Sat 10:30 AM a t Spanish Story Time Birth to 5 years old with adult Interact with your child by enjoying stories, songs and activities together in Spanish, followed by a play time. Tuesdays 1:30 PM Hora de los cuentos en español De nacimiento a 5 años de edad con un adulto Relaciónese con su niño al disfrutar juntos con cuentos, canciones y actividades en español, seguidos con un tiempo de juego. Martes 1:30 PM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Thursdays 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Jun 21 Sat 10:30 AM Jul 19 Sat 10:30 AM Aug 16 Sat 10:30 AM Story Time with Mr. Bob 2 to 5 years old with adult Join Mr. Bob as he tells stories, sings songs and does various activities based on a special theme. Jun 2 Mon 10:30 AM Jul 7 Mon 10:30 AM Aug 4 Mon 10:30 AM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 2 Mon 7:00 PM Jun 19 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 7 Mon 7:00 PM Jul 17 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 4 Mon 7:00 PM Aug 21 Thu 7:00 PM Remembering the Village of Texas, Maryland Adult Do you know where Texas, Md., is? Have you ever wondered how it got its name? Cassie Kilroy Thompson, founder of the Friends of Texas, Md., offers a presentation and discussion about the origins and history of this disappearing Baltimore County village. Limited seating. Jun 12 Thu 7:00 PM y o u r l i b r a r y Teen Anime Club Teen – ages 11 to 17 Watch anime, meet with other otaku, show off your trivia smarts and enjoy light snacks. Jun 14 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM Books, Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us in the morning for coffee, cookies and engaging conversation. Talk about your favorite books with other readers. Jun 18 Wed 11:30 AM Jul 16 Wed 11:30 AM Aug 20 Wed 11:30 AM LEGO Fun School age Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 21 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 7 Mon 3:30 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 24 Tue 2:00 PM Game Time School age Come play various board games. Games are provided. Jun 28 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 23 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 13 Wed 2:00 PM Cockeysville Chess Club Ages 10 to 14 Are you itching for a challenge on the board? Take on other chess players like you. Come to practice or compete, and stretch those mental muscles! For intermediate level and above. Jun 30 Mon 3:30 PM Jul 28 Mon 3:30 PM Aug 25 Mon 3:30 PM Cockeysville Book Club Adult Enjoy a spirited book discussion on a specific title. June, Someone by Alice McDermott; July, The Signature of All Things by Elizabeth Gilbert; August, The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. Jun 30 Mon 7:00 PM Jul 28 Mon 7:00 PM Aug 25 Mon 7:00 PM FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab School age – grades 6 to 8 Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 15 Tue 3:30 PM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jul 19 Sat 2:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jul 30 Wed 7:00 PM Essex 1110 Eastern Boulevard 410-887-0295 Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 10:00 AM except July 4 Jun 21 Sat 11:00 AM Jul 19 Sat 11:00 AM Aug 16 Sat 11:00 AM Baltimore County Public Library 7 p r o g r a m s Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jun 19 Thu 10:30 AM Blood Pressure Screenings Adult In partnership with Saint Agnes Hospital, free blood pressure screenings are provided. Jun 23 Mon 7:00 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 23 Mon 7:00 PM LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 for Beginners School age Play with the robotics kit as you learn about robot design and teamwork to accomplish a competitive goal. Registration required. Jun 28 Sat 2:00 PM Science Fun: Make Flubber School age – 5 to 12 years old/children under 8 with adult Find out what happens when you combine polyvinyl acetate chains with borate ions, and get ready to have some fun. Registration required. Jun 30 Mon 2:00 PM Science, Books and Movement 2 to 5 years old with adult A science-themed, fun- and movementfilled literacy program! Jul 2 Wed 10:30 AM Take Them to the Woods Adult Former crime scene investigator Dana Kollman presents a case involving the disappearance of a local man whose body was found in the woods of Vermont. Put on your thinking cap and bring your detective skills – this is a 6 a t true mystery that needs to be solved. Sponsored in cooperation with the Arbutus Senior Center. Jul 9 Wed 7:00 PM Time for Your Check-up with Doc McStuffins 2 to 5 years old with adult An interactive toy clinic where kids are invited to bring a stuffed animal to the library “hospital” for a fun program inspired by the hit TV show. Cosponsored by Saint Agnes Hospital. Jul 10 Thu 10:30 PM Movie Night: The LEGO Movie All ages – children under 8 with adult Bring your blankets, pillows and comfy chairs, and join us for an after-hours movie at the branch. Jul 18 Fri 7:00 PM GSK Science in the Summer™ School age Learn about physical science – how magnets work, what makes electricity – through exciting experiments. Work with others to make a compass and electromagnet, build circuits with batteries and bulbs, and experience the power of static electricity. In-person registration and parent permission forms available July 1. First come, first served until all spaces filled. Please register only if your child can attend all sessions. • Level 1 classes – children entering grades 2 to 3 Jul 22 & 24 (T/TH) 1:00 PM-3:00 PM • Level 2 classes – children entering grades 4 to 6 Jul 29 & 31 (T/TH) 1:00 PM-3:00 PM y o u r l i b r a r y Mission Impossible All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Steve Gambrill in his exciting new show that has a fun mix of puppets, balloons and lots of audience participation. Aug 4 Mon 10:30 AM Catonsville 1100 Frederick Road 410-887-0951 Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Tuesdays 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM Jun 14 Sat 10:30 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Thursdays 10:00 AM Toddler Story Time 2 to 3 years old with adult Engage your toddler through stories, rhymes, songs and movement activities, followed by a play time. Registration required. Thursdays 11:00 AM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 2 Mon 7:00 PM Jul 7 Mon 7:00 PM Aug 4 Mon 7:00 PM Clifford the Big Red Dog 2 to 5 years old with adult Meet Clifford and hear some fun stories about dogs. Jul 23 Wed 10:30 AM Teen Book Discussion Group Teen – ages 11 to 17 Talk about your favorite books or manga with other teen readers. Refreshments provided. Jun 9 Mon 6:30 PM Jul 14 Mon 6:30 PM Aug 11 Mon 6:30 PM Let’s Build a Story All ages – children under 8 with adult Come along as we dance, clap and sing while we build our own original story. Jul 26 Sat 2:00 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 experiments in this all-new show. Jun 10 Tue 7:00 PM Mystery and Suspense Book Club Adult Join us for a lively discussion. June, Death of an Expert Witness by P. D. James; July, The Day of the Jackal by Frederick Forsyth; August, The Frumious Bandersnatch by Ed McBain. Jun 10 Tue 7:00 PM Jul 8 Tue 7:00 PM Aug 12 Tue 7:00 PM Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jun 11 Wed 10:00 AM Bodies in Motion All ages – children under 8 with adult Kick start your summer with this interactive program featuring great ideas for family fitness and nutrition. Presented by the Maryland State Advisory Council on Physical Fitness. Refreshments provided. Jun 12 Thu 7:00 PM The Book Group Adult Join us for a discussion. June, Life After Life by Jill McCorkle; July, Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches by S. C. Gwynne; August, The Sandcastle Girls by Chris Bohjalian. Jun 19 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 17 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 21 Thu 7:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 21 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 19 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM p r o g r a m s Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jun 5 Thu 10:00 AM Computer Know-How at Your Branch 13 years old and up Learn basic computer skills from Verizon Helping Hands. Registration required. Jun 7 Sat 9:00 AM Jul 12 Sat 9:00 AM Aug 2 Sat 9:00 AM Introduction to the Internet 13 years old and up Learn basic Internet skills from Verizon Helping Hands. Registration required. Jun 14 Sat 9:00 AM Jul 19 Sat 9:00 AM Aug 9 Sat 9:00 AM Introduction to Microsoft Word 13 years old and up Learn the basics of Microsoft Word from Verizon Helping Hands. Registration required. Jun 21 Sat 9:00 AM Jul 26 Sat 9:00 AM Aug 16 Sat 9:00 AM RandallsTeen Teen – ages 11 to 17 Hang out with friends, eat snacks and have fun at our monthly teen event! Ask at the Information Desk for details on each month’s activity. Registration required. Jun 24 Tue 5:00 PM-6:00 PM Jul 22 Tue 5:00 PM-6:00 PM Aug 26 Tue 5:00 PM-6:00 PM Robotic Hand School age – grades 6 and up In this five-part program, you construct a robotic hand and integrate the Arduino Microcontroller. Find out what makes a robot, the uses of robots and the tools needed to build them. Sponsored by the Friends of the Randallstown Library. Registration required. Jun 25 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Jul 2 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Jul 9 Jul 16 Jul 23 a t Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM A Time for Us Adult Join us for a special story time for seniors with cognitive challenges. Caregivers welcome. Registration required. Jun 26 Thu 12:30 PM Jul 24 Thu 12:30 PM Aug 28 Thu 12:30 PM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 26 Thu 3:30 PM y o u r l i b r a r y The Allo Show All ages – children under 8 with adult Allo, an “edutainer,” uses comedy, magic and puppets to create a fun environment for the whole family. Jul 28 Mon 6:30 PM Chess Club School age – grades 6 and up Hang out with friends and play chess in an informal setting. All supplies provided. Registration required. Jul 30 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Aug 6 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Aug 13 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Aug 20 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Aug 27 Wed 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Introduction to Email 13 years old and up Learn basic email skills from Verizon Helping Hands. Registration required. Jun 28 Sat 9:00 AM Aug 23 Sat 9:00 AM Vibrations Rock: Buzz, Zing, Bang 2 to 5 years old with adult Tracey Eldridge explores the physics of sound using visual and tactile illustrations. Children gain an appreciation for the role that sound plays in our experience of the world around us. Aug 14 Thu 2:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jul 7 Mon 6:30 PM Aug 4 Mon 6:30 PM Job Seekers Clinic Adult Use our computers to work on your job search, including résumés and online applications. Branch staff is available to assist. Registration required. Aug 28 Thu 9:00 AM-11:00 AM Immigration 101 Adult A community relations officer explains the process of becoming an American citizen. Registration required. Jul 16 Wed 6:30 PM Reisterstown Downhill Racers School age – grades K to 5 Create and race original plastic model cars on massive cardboard tracks! Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 21 Mon 6:30 PM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jul 23 Wed 6:30 PM 21 Cockeys Mill Road 410-887-1165 Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Wednesdays 10:30 AM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Thursdays 10:30 AM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 23 Mon 2:00 PM Reisterstown Readers Adult Join us for a lively book discussion. June, Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn; July, Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed; August, The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult. Jun 12 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 10 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 14 Thu 7:00 PM Manga Club Teen – ages 11 to 17 Draw, discuss your favorite manga and watch anime with other fans. Light snacks provided. Jun 10 Tue 6:30 PM Jul 8 Tue 6:30 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 18 Wed 6:30 PM Jul 9 Wed 6:30 PM Aug 5 Tue 6:30 PM Robot City School age – grades K to 5 Create robot inventions using cardboard, plastic and foam. Use simple, safe hand tools and glowing LED components. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 17 Thu 2:00 PM Magic School Bus Party School age Join us as we explore the realms of science with games, trivia, crafts and more, featuring Ms. Frizzle, her class and one very versatile school bus. Light refreshments provided. Jul 31 Thu 2:00 PM Baltimore County Public Library 15 p r o g r a m s Silly Science All ages – children under 8 with adult Who gave a dragon science books? Why did a duck read them? When toy animals start talking, science goes silly and wacky experiments go wild! Ventriloquism, puppets, special effects and more make this program a must-see. Aug 2 Sat 2:00 PM Rosedale 6105 Kenwood Avenue 410-887-0512 Come visit Storyville, an interactive learning center for young children, birth to age 5, with their parents and caregivers. Storyville is a Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library project. Librarian-on-Demand 13 years old and up A librarian is available by appointment to assist you with a variety of tasks, including how to download e-books and magazines, job searching, email setup, how to manage your account and place holds with BCPL’s mobile app, résumé formatting and more. Call for an appointment. Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Tuesdays 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Fridays 9:30 AM except July 4 Toddler Story Time 2 to 3 years old with adult Engage your toddler through stories, rhymes, songs and movement activities, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 10:30 AM except July 4 a t Fit and Fun Club Teen – ages 11 to17 Join us for yoga, healthy lifestyle discussions and more. Impress your parents and friends with your fitness knowledge! Nutritious recipes provided. Registration required. Jun 4 Wed 4:00 PM Jul 2 Wed 4:00 PM Aug 6 Wed 4:00 PM Computer Know-How at Your Branch 13 years old and up Learn basic computer skills. Registration required. Jun 5 Thu 9:00 AM Jul 10 Thu 9:00 AM Aug 7 Thu 9:00 AM Video Gaming for Teens Teen Play new popular and old favorite Wii, Xbox 360 and PlayStation games! Registration required. Jun 5 Thu 3:00 PM Jun 12 Thu 3:00 PM Jun 19 Thu 3:00 PM Jun 26 Thu 3:00 PM Jul 10 Thu 3:00 PM Aug 14 Thu 3:00 PM Rosedale Branch’s 40th Anniversary Join Rosedale staff and guests as we celebrate 40 years of library service in the community. Events include notable speakers, historic photographs, singers from Overlea High School, local artwork by elementary school students, face painting, story times and light refreshments. Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre in residence at CCBC Essex presents excerpts from upcoming productions of Peter Pan and Annie, Jr. Contact the branch for schedule of events and more details. Jun 7 Sat 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Shake, Rattle and Read! 2 to 5 years old with adult Join Mr. Robert as he highlights his favorite picture books in song, dance and rhythm! Jun 9 Mon 10:30 AM Jul 7 Mon 10:30 AM Aug 11 Mon 10:30 AM 16 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 y o u r l i b r a r y Small Business Counseling Adult Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from the Small Business Resource Center. The adviser can assist with business plan development, marketing, loan preparation and minority business enterprise. Registration required. Appointment times are 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon or 1 p.m. Jun 11 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Jul 9 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Aug 13 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 11 Wed 7:00 PM Jul 9 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 13 Wed 7:00 PM Introduction to the Internet 13 years old and up Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required. Jun 12 Thu 9:00 AM Jul 17 Thu 9:00 AM Aug 14 Thu 9:00 AM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 14 Sat 2:00 PM Nanoscience 101 School age – grades 1 to 5 Students are introduced to this emerging field of science and learn that “nano” means really, really small, and when things are very small, they can behave differently. Highlights include using your nose as a nanosensor and creating “nano-gold” suncatchers. Registration required. Jun 16 Mon 2:00 PM Rosedale Book Club Adult Join our lively book discussion. June, The Beach Club by Elin Hilderbrand; July, Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn; August, I’ve Got You Under My Skin by Mary Higgins Clark. Registration required. Jun 24 Tue 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Jul 29 Tue Aug 26 Tue p r o g r a m s 2:00 PM-3:30 PM 2:00 PM-3:30 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 29 Sun 2:00 PM Genealogy 201 13 years old and up Did you enjoy Genealogy 101, but want more? Join us for live searches of valuable Internet resources, information on local history collections, useful genealogical materials in the library’s catalog and play photo detective historian. Registration required. Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM Minute to Win It: Science Challenge School age – 8 to 12 years old It’s a race against time, and each other, to complete challenges using everyday household items. Join us for fun, games and prizes! Registration required. Jul 15 Tue 3:00 PM Gravity Racers School age – grades 6 to 8 Design, build and launch a vehicle that travels on a huge track. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 18 Fri 2:00 PM Bedtime Stories and Stuffed Animal Sleepover 2 to 5 years old with adult Bring your second-favorite stuffed animal to story time. Then, leave it overnight for adventures in the branch. Reunite with your stuffed animal the next afternoon after 1 p.m., and receive a photo of the fun. Jul 23 Wed 7:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Aug 9 Sat 2:00 PM y o u r l i b r a r y Registration begins one week before program when required. Accessible Amplification System Arbutus Books, Coffee and Conversation Adult Join us for coffee and great conversation. Share thoughts and ideas about your favorite books. Jun 9 Mon 10:00 AM Jul 14 Mon 10:00 AM Aug 11 Mon 10:00 AM 855 Sulphur Spring Road 410-887-1451 Librarian-on-Demand 13 years old and up A librarian is available by appointment to assist you with a variety of tasks, including how to download e-books and magazines, job searching, email setup, how to manage your account and place holds with BCPL’s mobile app, résumé formatting and more. Call for an appointment. Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Tuesdays 9:30 AM a t Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Tuesdays 11:00 AM Friends of the Arbutus Library Meeting Adult Join the Friends of the Arbutus Library, a community group dedicated to preserving the history of southwest Baltimore County. Jun 2 Mon 7:00 PM Jul 7 Mon 7:00 PM Aug 4 Mon 7:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jun 7 Sat 2:00 PM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 10 Tue 7:00 PM Jul 8 Tue 7:00 PM Aug 12 Tue 7:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 12 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 17 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 21 Thu 7:00 PM Maker Program Paws to Read School age Reading with a pet is a great way to improve reading skills. Register your child to read with a trained Pets on Wheels dog in a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment. Online registration is not available; call or stop by to register. Jun 14 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 9 Sat 2:00 PM Nanoscience 101 School age – grades 1 to 5 Students are introduced to this emerging field of science and learn that “nano” means really, really small, and when things are very small, they can behave differently. Highlights include using your nose as a nano-sensor and creating “nano-gold” suncatchers. Registration required. Jun 18 Wed 2:00 PM ages 11 to 17 at Hereford or North Point. Mix it up at Teen Tuesdays at Sollers Point. Know your way around a PC, e-reader or tablet? Always helping adults with basic computer and Internet skills, email setup and gadgets? Earn service learning hours while helping people by volunteering for Teen Tech Squad at North Point. Call or stop by for details. and launch a vehicle that will travel a huge track at Rosedale. Find out what makes a robot, the uses of robots and the tools needed to build them while constructing a robotic hand that integrates the Arduino Microcontroller in a five-part program at Randallstown. Have you ever heard bumps in the night and wondered: Is it a ghost or paranormal activity? Join us as Dedicated Paranormal Research experts explain it all at Ghost Trackers at Towson. Join in the celebration of all things Divergent with games, quizzes, music, crafts and themed snacks at the Divergent Faction Fiasco at Rosedale. Fun and Games Show your skills on Wii and Xbox 360 games at Lansdowne, Rosedale and Sollers Point. Play chess at Randallstown or board games at Sollers Point. It’s a race against time, and each other, to complete challenges using everyday household items at Minute to Win It: Science at Rosedale. Engineer Technology Play around with the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 at Arbutus. Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinectic structures using LED’s, motors and everyday materials with FutureFab at Catonsville, Cockeysville, Lansdowne, Hereford, Parkville, Perry Hall or Pikesville. Design, build Make It! Get crafty! Make hardware jewelry, buttons, wrap bracelets, origami or Rainbow Loom bracelets at Essex, North Point or Pikesville. If you’d like to wear what you make, learn about knitting or Check us out on Twitter @BCPLTeen. reconstructing T-shirts Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bcplteen. Show Off or Chow Down Take the stage at Open Mic Night at Towson and learn amazing and hilarious improv theater at Hereford and Towson. Learn to make quick nocook snacks at Woodlawn. Get fit and learn about nutrition at Rosedale. Read and Watch Like anime or manga? Come to Cockeysville, North Point or Randallstown to hang out with others who share your interest. Discuss young adult books at Catonsville and Hereford, or share your own writing at Cockeysville. For more information on these and other teen programs, go to www.bcpl.info/teens. Baltimore County Public Library 5 Take a Look: Programs for Everyone Guaranteed to please. Check your branch for dates and times. Children under 8 with adult. All Ages Magic and Science and Stuff Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy. Arbutus, Catonsville, Cockeysville, Essex, Lansdowne, Loch Raven, Owings Mills, Parkville, Perry Hall, Pikesville, Randallstown, Reisterstown, Rosedale, Sollers Point, Towson. Silly Science When toy animals start talking, science goes silly and wacky experiments go wild! Reisterstown, White Marsh, Woodlawn. Hula Hoop Action Skills are demonstrated through a fun performance. The audience learns moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Arbutus, Cockeysville, Essex, Lansdowne, Loch Raven, North Point, Owings Mills, Perry Hall, Rosedale, Sollers Point, Towson, White Marsh, Woodlawn. Reptiles of the World Reptile Wonders present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles. Catonsville, Cockeysville, Essex, Hereford, Lansdowne, North Point, Randallstown, Towson, Woodlawn. Preschool Children Vibrations Rock – Buzz, Zing, Bang Tracey Eldridge explores the physics of sound using visual and tactile illustrations. Loch Raven, Pikesville, Randallstown. Science, Books and Movement A science-themed, fun- and movement-filled literacy program! Arbutus, Lansdowne, Parkville. Little Hands and Big Hands Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. Arbutus, Catonsville, Essex, North Point, Owings Mills, Perry Hall, Randallstown, Towson. 4 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 School Age Children GSK Science in the Summer™ School age This fun, free science program sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline introduces children entering grades two through six to the wonders of science. Learn about physical science – how magnets work, what makes electricity – through exciting experiments. Work with others to make a compass and electromagnet, build circuits with batteries and bulb, and experience the power of static electricity. In-person registration and parent permission forms are available July 1 at Arbutus, North Point and Woodlawn branches. First come, first served until all spaces are filled. Please register only if your child can attend all sessions at a given branch. Rain, Water, Lightning, BOOM Explore the water cycle in this science-oriented program by connecting science, literature and the arts. Catonsville, Essex, Owings Mills, Towson, White Marsh. Nanoscience 101 An introduction to this emerging field of science; highlights include using your nose as a nano-sensor and creating “nano-gold” suncatchers. Arbutus, Hereford, North Point, Owings Mills, Rosedale. FutureFab: Robot Art and Electronics Lab Design and build spinning, glowing, hypnotic kinetic structures using LEDs, motors and everyday material. Catonsville, Cockeysville, Lansdowne, Hereford, Parkville, Perry Hall, Pikesville. Art Class with Raeann Raeann introduces three exciting artists to students with an accompanying art project. Parkville. Adults Jobs Academy Learn how to create a résumé and cover letter, search for jobs online and practice basic interview skills. North Point. Remembering the Village of Texas, Maryland Cassie Kilroy Thompson offers a presentation and discussion about the origins and history of this disappearing Baltimore County village. Cockeysville. The Battle of Baltimore: War of 1812 Discusses the September 1814 Battle of Baltimore, including both the Defense of Fort McHenry and the Battle of North Point. Essex, Hereford, Loch Raven, Rosedale. Rosedale Branch’s 40th Anniversary Events include notable speakers, historic photographs, singers from Overlea High School, local artwork by elementary school students, face painting, story times and light refreshments. Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre in residence at CCBC Essex presents excerpts from its upcoming productions. Dundalk Dialogs Discussions featuring local authors Deborah Rudacille, Elaine Eff and Michael Olesker. North Point. Feminist: Stories from Women’s Liberation Join us for a screening and discussion of this one-hour film directed by Jennifer Lee about the women’s liberation movement during 1963-1970. Hereford, Towson. B&O Railroad Museum A volunteer from the B&O Railroad Museum talks about the history of the railroad and museum. Perry Hall. Blood Pressure Screenings In partnership with Saint Agnes Hospital, free blood pressure screenings are provided. Arbutus. p r o g r a m s Divergent Faction Fiasco Teen – ages 11 to 17 Calling all film and book fans. Join in the celebration of all things Divergent with games, quizzes, music and crafts. Themed snacks provided. Aug 20 Wed 2:00 PM The Battle of Baltimore: War of 1812 Adult Brian Reynolds, from Fort McHenry, discusses the September 1814 Battle of Baltimore, including both the Defense of Fort McHenry and the Battle of North Point, as well as background information on the causes of the war. Aug 21 Thu 7:00 PM Sollers Point 323 Sollers Point Road 410-887-2485 LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Mondays 5:30 PM-6:30 PM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Tuesdays 9:30 AM Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Tuesdays 10:30 AM Teen Tuesdays Teen – 11 to 17 years old Join us for a fun craft or activity. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of each month 5:00 PM-6:00 PM Board Game Day School age – 6 to 16 years old/ children under 8 with adult Join others and play a variety of board games. Snacks served. 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month 4:00 PM-6:00 PM a t Xbox Video Gaming for Teens Teen – 11 to 17 years old Play Just Dance 4, Madden NFL 13 and other fun Xbox and Xbox Kinect games. Wednesdays 3:30 PM-5:00 PM Wii Video Gaming for Teens Teen – 11 to 17 years old Play Super Mario Bros., Just Dance and other fun Wii games. Thursdays 3:30 PM-5:00 PM Wii Kids Gaming 5 to 11 years old/children under 8 with adult Play Super Mario Bros., Just Dance and other fun Wii games. Fridays 3:30 PM-5:00 PM y o u r l i b r a r y Toddler Story Time 2 to 3 years old with adult Engage your toddler through stories, rhymes, songs and movement activities, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 9:30 AM except July 4 Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Fridays 10:30 AM except July 4 Jun 7 Sat 10:30 AM Aug 2 Sat 10:30 AM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jul 7 Mon 7:00 PM Job Seekers Workshops Adult Learn how to create and write a winning résumé, construct a customized cover letter and nail the interview with BCPL’s Human Resources Manager Cindy Pol. Jun 2 Mon 2:00 PM Jun 9 Mon 2:00 PM Jun 16 Mon 2:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jul 25 Fri 2:00 PM Summer Reading Kickoff All ages – children under 8 with adult Join our mad scientists/librarians, and help in some super-cool science experiments to kick off this year’s Summer Reading Club: “Fizz, Boom, READ!” Jun 12 Thu 7:00 PM Towson Parking in the Garage Validate your parking ticket for a lower rate. Weekends and evenings after 5:30 p.m. parking costs only $1. Talent Showcase School age – elementary/children under 8 with adult Do you sing, dance, write poetry or music or have a special talent? Show us what you’ve got! Jun 14 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 12 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 2 Sat 2:00 PM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Wednesdays 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Thursdays 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Magic and Science and Stuff All ages – children under 8 with adult Magician Mike Rose performs impossible magic tricks, weird mind-reading stunts and off-the-wall comedy with the theme of science and experiments in this all-new show. Jun 15 Sun 2:00 PM 320 York Road 410-887-6166 LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Jun 16 Mon 2:00 PM Jul 21 Mon 2:00 PM Aug 18 Mon 2:00 PM The History Book Group Adult Join us as we discuss books on historical topics. June, Lincoln and Race by Richard Striner; July, The Man Without a Face: The Unlikely Rise of Vladimir Putin by Masha Gessen; August, The Brothers: John Foster Dulles, Allen Dulles and Their Secret World War by Stephen Kinzer. Jun 18 Wed 7:00 PM Jul 16 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 20 Wed 7:00 PM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 18 Wed 6:30 PM Jul 16 Wed 6:30 PM Aug 20 Wed 6:30 PM Home Safe Home Adult Learn how to make a home safe and comfortable, as you or loved ones age, to remain safely at home. Jun 19 Thu 2:00 PM Improv Basics Teen Learn the basics of improv, including creating solid scene work and fun characters, different types of formats, structures and games. Jun 25 Wed 6:30 PM Teen Open Mic Teen Bring your poetry, rap, music and other talents, and show us what you’ve got! Signup begins at 6 p.m. Jun 25 Wed 6:30 PM Jul 23 Wed 6:30 PM Aug 27 Wed 6:30 PM Baltimore County Public Library 17 p r o g r a m s Towson Book Club Adult Join our book discussions. June, Good Kings Bad Kings by Susan Nussbaum; July, Life After Life by Kate Atkinson; August, The Paris Architect by Charles Belfoure. Jun 26 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 24 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 28 Thu 7:00 PM Ghost Trackers Adult/teen Have you ever heard bumps in the night and wondered: Is it a ghost or paranormal activity? Join us as Dedicated Paranormal Research experts explain it all. Jul 10 Thu 6:30 PM Feminist: Stories from Women’s Liberation Adult Join us for a screening and discussion of Feminist: Stories from Women’s Liberation, a one-hour film directed by Jennifer Lee about the women’s liberation movement during 19631970. Released in 2013, it has been shown nationally and internationally and won “Best of the Fest” for documentary at the Los Angeles Women’s International Film Festival. Jul 17 Thu 2:00 PM Rain, Water, Lightning, BOOM School age – grades K to 3 Join us as we explore the water cycle in this science-oriented program by connecting science, literature and the arts. Registration required. Jul 17 Thu 6:30 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jul 26 Sat 2:00 PM Little Hands and Big Hands 2 to 5 years old with adult Kathy MacMillan, author of Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together, presents a story time featuring stories, songs and signs with tips for caregivers. A Q&A session follows on the hows and whys of signing with young children and early literacy. Jul 29 Tue 10:30 AM 18 a t Angry Birds School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Work together to build a life-size pig tower, and then take turns launching our Angry Bird balls to bring them down! Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Towson Library. Aug 6 Wed 2:00 PM Look to the Stars All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Kevin Manning, award-winning astronomer and former NASA consultant, as he take us for a journey into the universe! Take a tour of the night sky and beyond in this lively, interactive and informative program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Towson Library. Aug 9 Sat 2:00 PM Teen Anime Club Teen – ages 11 to 17 Got a favorite manga or anime character or story? Join us to talk about your favorites with other fans and for some fun manga and anime related activities! Aug 13 Wed 6:00 PM Silly Shark Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Listen to shark stories, sing shark songs, dance shark dances and meet our ocean friend Shirley the Flying Shark! Aug 16 Sat 10:30 AM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM Genealogy Know-How Adult Learn what genealogy resources are available to use at BCPL. Aug 21 Thu 2:00 PM dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 y o u r Branch Briefs l i b r a r y Nuts and Bolts of Starting and Planning Your Business Adult The Maryland Small Business Development Center teaches you how to write a business plan and other aspects of starting a business. Registration required. Call 410-8374928 or visit www.centralmdsbdc.org to register. Aug 26 Tue 5:00 PM White Marsh 8133 Sandpiper Circle 410-887-5097 Librarian-on-Demand 13 years old and up A librarian is available by appointment to assist you with a variety of tasks, including how to download e-books and magazines, job searching, email setup, how to manage your account and place holds with BCPL’s mobile app, résumé formatting and more. Call for an appointment. Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Tuesdays 10:30 AM Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Thursdays 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Small Business Counseling Adult Bring your questions to an individual one-hour appointment with an adviser from the Small Business Resource Center. The adviser can assist with business plan development, marketing, loan preparation and minority business enterprise. Registration required. Appointment times are 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon or 1 p.m. Jun 4 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Jul 2 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Aug 6 Wed 10:00 AM-2:00 PM 21-Day Book Club Adult Join other readers in a lively book discussion of A Thread of Grace by Mary Doria Russell. Jun 4 Wed 7:00 PM Foundation Focus www.foundationforbcpl.org Silly Science All ages – children under 8 with adult Who gave a dragon science books? Why did a duck read them? When toy animals start talking, science goes silly and wacky experiments go wild! Ventriloquism, puppets, special effects and more make this program a must-see. Jun 14 Sat 2:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Jun 18 Wed 10:00 AM Rain, Water, Lightning, BOOM School age – grades K to 3 Join us as we explore the water cycle in this science-oriented program by connecting science, literature and the arts. Registration required. Jun 20 Fri 10:00 AM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with an adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 25 Wed 7:00 PM Jul 30 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 27 Wed 7:00 PM LEGO Fun School age – 6 to 12 years old / children under 8 with adult Use your imagination to create with LEGO blocks! All supplies provided. Registration required. Jun 29 Sun 2:00 PM Jul 19 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM “Taste of the Town” – Great time for a great cause! More than 300 people had a wonderful time at the 3rd annual “Taste of the Town” at the Perry Hall Branch on Saturday, May 3. All proceeds benefitted the Foundation for BCPL’s early childhood literacy efforts. Guests enjoyed sampling food and drink from 18 area restaurants and caterers while listening to the sounds of Jazz Plus. The silent auction full of interesting items also proved to be popular, as guests tried to outbid each other throughout the evening! While we are still tallying the proceeds from this event as of press time, our success wouldn’t have been possible without our corporate sponsors, restaurant sponsors, silent auction donors and volunteers – we couldn’t have done it without you! Corporate Sponsors First Floor Graphics Clementine Charlaine Harris Platinum Jim & Barbara Fish Marisa and Ron Conner Hawks Hollow Farm Cranbrook Liquors Heavy Seas Brewery/Alehouse Moppin’ Momma’s Inc. The Helmand Hilton Garden Inn White Marsh Natasha’s Brittle Tower M&T Bank Gold Ingram Content Group Silver 3M Cloud Library Bronze BeMore Photography Findaway World Ellin & Tucker Bill’s Seafood David Marks Mix It Up Bandit Publishing Crime Museum Janet Sanford Prigel Family Creamery Barrett’s Grill Jim DeArmey Barry’s Private Transportation Dejon Vineyards Kat2 Advertising & Marketing Vulcan Food Equipment Group Restaurant Sponsors Diamond La Cakerie Bertucci’s Emerald Costas Inn John Holman/ State Farm Insurance McFaul’s Ironhorse Tavern Midwest Tape Silver Spring Mining Co. Point Breeze Credit Union Recorded Books Tasting Station Stella Artois/ Goose Island BFPE International CCBC Todd Carpenter & Colette Searls Douron, Inc. Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine Baltimore Streetcar Museum Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Baker & Taylor Gala Cloths P.F. Chang’s Red Brick Station Wegmans Sapphire Baltimore Coffee & Tea George’s at Wyndham Peabody Court Joe’s Crab Shack Ruby Silent Auction Donors Enterprise Renta-Car 5 Wacky Women Batter’s Box Sports Tavern 7 West BCPL Everyman Theatre A Step Ahead Dance Center BCPL Staff Association Fast Park and Relax Adams County Winery Andrea Beaty Fire Museum of Maryland The All American Steakhouse Blue Hill Tavern American Visionary Art Museum Antique Auto Museum of Hershey Artaristry MakeUp Consultaion and Glam Package Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce Lib’s Grill Baltimore Museum of Industry Mission BBQ Baltimore Orioles Liberatore’s Basignani Winery (Lynne Basignani) Diamond Comic Distributions Birroteca Brandywine River Museum Jen Evans Delegate William Frank Martha Gatewood Liz Burnett Geppi’s Entertainment Museum Café Spice Giant Café Troia Candlewick Press Heidi and Robert Gillis Todd Carpenter Goetze’s CCBC Cockpit in the Court Great Blacks in Wax Museum CCBC Foundation Photo Connection Greetings & Readings Centerstage Charles Village Pub Brick Bodies Historic Ships in Baltimore Mia Sorella Nail Studio Sparrows Point Country Club Molly Maids Steampunk Blacksheep Stone Mill Bakery The Nickel Taphouse Sun Nurseries The Tea Trolley Teaser Charter Fishing Deborah Nolan Timbers of Troy Home2 Perry Hall Crossfit Honeygo Wine & Spirits Prigel Family Creamery House of Styles Radebaugh’s Towson Tavern International Spy Museum Raimondi’s Towson University Athletics Timberly Johnson Greg Jones Keen Communications Sue Monk Kidd Kramer Portraits Justin Kramon La Cakerie Ladew Topiary Gardens Let’s Dish Liberty Mountain Resort Total Wine & More Residence Inn Hunt Valley Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum River Riders Roundtop Mountain Resort Jim and Julie Saxenmeyer Seasons Pizza Shear Genuis Single Carrot Theatre Timbers of Troy Towson Wine & Spirits Ultrazone laser tag Karlitha Umoja Urban Pirates Washington Capitals Washington Wizards Watermark Tours Amy Smith Watson Adventures Curtis Mabry April Smith Wockenfuss Donnie Manuel Jeff Smith Hard Yacht Café Mars Supermarkets Smyth Woodhall Vineyard and Wine Cellars Harpers Ferry Adventure Center Maryland Science Center Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Workman Publishing Group Baltimore County Public Library 3 Branch Briefs Hubert V. Simmons Negro Leagues Museum Opens at Owings Mills Opening Day wasn’t just at Camden Yards this year. Over at the Owings Mills Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library, we had an Opening Day of our own — the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the brand new Hubert V. Simmons Museum of Negro Leagues Baseball. The museum, which is spread over all three floors of the branch, houses photographs, graphic panels, artifacts and memorabilia of both Maryland and the U.S. Negro Leagues, telling the stories of the men — and women — who paved the way for today’s integrated leagues. The second floor is dedicated to the women who played in the Negro Leagues after being rejected from the all-white All American Girls Baseball League. Women like Mamie “Peanut” Johnson, who was in attendance at the opening ceremonies of the museum. She even took a moment before the opening to find her biography, A Strong Right Arm, in the branch! Besides the Owings Mills Branch and the museum, the County Campus Metro Centre facility also houses the Owings Mills campus of the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC). The museum is named for the late Hubert “Bert” Simmons, who played for the legendary Baltimore Elite Giants in the 1950s. His wife, Audrey Simmons, executive director of the museum, also spoke at the opening, along with Bert’s lifelong friend and museum curator, Ray Banks. Baltimore County Executive Kevin Kamenetz, who played an integral part in bringing the museum to the County Campus Metro Centre, spoke as well. Summer Reading 2014 2 dateLines Events & News — June, July, August 2014 If You Build It: Bridge Science School age – 5 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Think you can build a bridge out of ordinary things that will stand up under pressure? Team up to show off your engineering skills using pipe cleaners, newspapers and other materials. Registration required. Jul 9 Wed 2:00 PM Robot City School age – grades K to 5 Create robot inventions using cardboard, plastic and foam. Use simple, safe hand tools and glowing LED components. Presented by FutureMakers. Registration required. Jul 21 Mon 1:30 PM BCPL Director James H. Fish, who spoke at the opening ceremonies, said, “This museum, with its artifacts and exhibits, has an important story to tell. What better place to tell an important story than a library?” Readers of every age can explore all things scientific this summer at Baltimore County Public Library with our science-themed Summer Reading Club, “Fizz Boom, Read!” The theme fits perfectly with the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) curriculum many schools have adopted. The Baltimore County Public Library will have plenty of programs to keep your family reading and learning all summer. Kids can read to earn cool stickers and prizes while they keep their minds active so they can enter school in the fall ready to learn and succeed. Summer Reading Club begins June 16 and ends August 10, and is open to all ages, birth through adult. You can register online at www .bcpl.info/summerreading starting May 5, or in person at your local branch starting in June. Then just pick up your gameboard at the library and start reading! Preschool and elementary p r o g r a m s age children can collect a sticker for every four activities they complete or book they read and, once they collect four stickers, they can come in and choose a prize at their local branch. For teens and tweens, for every three books read, they can turn in a raffle entry slip for one of eight prizes. Prizes will be awarded throughout the summer, including gift cards to Best Buy, Barnes & Noble, Target, Chipotle and other businesses. Adults and teens can join our BCPL Summer Reading page on Goodreads and read to win a Kindle. We have various programs related to the theme throughout the summer, including Robot Art and Electronics Lab, Magic and Science and Stuff, Reptiles of the World and Nanoscience 101. For more information and to register, visit bcpl.info/ summerreading. If You Build It: Marble Run Madness School age – 5 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Feeling loopy? Team up to build marble runs. Use paper towel tubes, tape and other materials to send a marble rolling. Registration required. Aug 6 Wed 2:00 PM Woodlawn 1811 Woodlawn Drive 410-887-1336 Come visit Storyville, an interactive learning center for young children, birth to age 5, with their parents and caregivers. Storyville is a Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library project. One-on-One Computer Help 13 years old and up A librarian is available by appointment to assist you with a variety of tasks, including how to download e-books and magazines, job searching, email setup, how to manage your account and place holds with BCPL’s mobile app, résumé formatting and more. Call to make an appointment. a t Baby Story Time Birth through 23 months with adult Connect with your baby through stories, rhymes, bounces and songs, followed by a play time. Registration required. Fridays 9:30 AM except July 4 Preschool Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Interact with your preschooler by enjoying stories, songs and activities together. Fridays 11:00 AM except July 4 Introduction to Microsoft Word 13 years old and up Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Registration required. Jun 11 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 13 Wed 7:00 PM World Language Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Join us for stories and songs in English and another world language. Jun 12 Thu 7:00 PM – Dutch Jul 10 Thu 7:00 PM – French Aug 14 Thu 7:00 PM – Spanish Fiestas and Siestas Birth through 3 with adult Enjoy simple stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English. Jun 14 Sat 10:30 AM Jun 28 Sat 10:30 AM Jul 12 Sat 10:30 AM Jul 26 Sat 10:30 AM Aug 9 Sat 10:30 AM Aug 23 Sat 10:30 AM Fiestas y siestas De nacimiento a 3 años de edad con un adulto Disfrute de cuentos sencillos, canciones y rimas en español e ingles. 14 de junio sábado 10:30 AM 28 de junio sábado 10:30 AM 12 de julio sábado 10:30 AM 26 de julio sábado 10:30 AM 9 de augusto sábado 10:30 AM 23 de augusto sábado 10:30 AM Colorín Colorado 4 years old and up – children under 8 with adult Join us for stories, songs and games in both Spanish and English. Jun 14 Sat 11:30 AM Jul 12 Sat 11:30 AM Aug 9 Sat 11:30 AM y o u r l i b r a r y Colorín Colorado Para niños de 4 años y mayores – niños menores de 8 años con un adulto Únase con nosotros para cuentos, canciones y juegos en español e inglés. 14 de junio sábado 11:30 AM 12 de julio sábado 11:30 AM 9 de augusto sábado 11:30 AM Woodlawn Book Club Adult Join us for a lively discussion of Who Asked You? by Terry McMillan. Jun 19 Thu 7:00 PM Introduction to Email 13 years and up Learn basic email skills. Registration required. Jun 25 Wed 7:00 PM Aug 27 Wed 7:00 PM Pajama Story Time 2 to 5 years old with adult Put on your PJs and bring your bedtime pal for stories and songs. Jun 26 Thu 7:00 PM Jul 24 Thu 7:00 PM Aug 28 Thu 7:00 PM Build It: LEGO Fun and GoldieBlox School age – 6 to 12 years old/ children under 8 with adult Create with LEGO blocks and explore GoldieBlox! All supplies provided. Jun 28 Sat 2:00 PM Jul 26 Sat 2:00 PM Aug 23 Sat 2:00 PM Silly Science All ages – children under 8 with adult Who gave a dragon science books? Why did a duck read them? When toy animals start talking, science goes silly and wacky experiments go wild! Ventriloquism, puppets, special effects and more make this program a must-see. Jul 2 Wed 2:00 PM Computer Know-How at Your Branch 13 years old and up Learn basic computer skills. Registration required. Jul 9 Wed 7:00 PM GSK Science in the Summer™ School age Learn about physical science – how magnets work, what makes electricity – through exciting experiments. Work with others to make a compass and electromagnet, build circuits with batteries and bulbs, and experience the power of static electricity. In-person registration and parent permission forms available July 1. First come, first served until all spaces filled. Please register only if your child can attend all sessions. • Level 1 classes – children entering grades 2 to 3 Jul 21, 22, 23, 24 (M,T,W,TH) 11:00 AM-Noon • Level 2 classes – children entering grades 4 to 6 Jul 21, 22, 23, 24 (M,T,W,TH) 1:00 PM-2:00 PM Introduction to the Internet 13 years and up Learn basic Internet skills. Registration required. Jul 23 Wed 7:00 PM Reptiles of the World All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Reptile Wonders as they present a hands-on, interactive and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including baby turtles, giant tortoises and pythons. Jul 31 Thu 2:00 PM Mission Impossible All ages – children under 8 with adult Join Steve Gambrill in his exciting new show that has a fun mix of puppets, balloons and lots of audience participation. Aug 7 Thu 2:00 PM Hula Hoop Action All ages – children under 8 with adult Exciting circus skills are demonstrated through this fun performance using hula hoops. The audience learns various moves as everyone is encouraged to hula. Aug 16 Sat 2:00 PM Baltimore County Public Library 19 Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Baltimore, MD Permit No. 6429 320 York Road Towson, MD 21204-5179 Baltimore County Public Library Calendar of Events & News June, July, August 2014 Because of space limitations in meeting rooms, to be sure of seating, it’s important to plan an early arrival time. For some programs where a small group is desirable, such as “Baby Story Time” and hands-on technology, registration is necessary. These programs are noted in the dateLines listing as “registration required.” Register online at www.bcpl.info/events. Click the program title to sign up for any program where registration is required; or, call or visit the branch one week preceding the program. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Notice of eight business days prior to the event is requested. Between the Covers Shhhh... we’re reading Library Hours FYI ... Branches Closed: Independence Day Friday, July 4 Friday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Find Us on the Web: AskUsNow!www.askusnow.info BCPL Website www.bcpl.info Facebookwww.facebook.com/bcplonline Book Club Chat June 11 at 7 p.m. Join BCPL librarians and members of the BCPL Facebook community for the first-ever Between the Covers Book Club Chat! We’ll talk about The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/bcplinfo. Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Twitter@bcplinfo Summer Reading Club: “Fizz Boom, Read!” in Branch Briefs. Check us out: Parkville Branch reopens after renovation. Rosedale Branch turns 40! Opening Day in Branch Briefs. Focus on the First Years www.focusonthefirstyears.info Foundation for BCPL Enjoy craft beer with Friends at Loch Raven’s fundraiser. www.foundationforbcpl.org Phone Numbers: Administrative Offices 410-887-6100 Foundation for BCPL 410-887-3282 Historic Photos for Sale 410-887-6194 Human Resources Job Line 410-887-6177 Maryland Relay for TDD Users 711 Maryland Relay for TTY Users 410-821-5705 Meeting Room Bookings 410-887-6109 Mobile Library Services 410-887-7586 Shelf Help 410-494-9063 24-Hour Storyline 410-887-6116 Feel free with wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) access at all BCPL branches. 20 dateLines Events & News — March, April, May 2014 Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Foodies celebrate success of 3rd annual Taste of the Town in Foundation Focus. Things that go bump in the night at Towson. From critters to lamb’s quarters, Cromwell Valley Nature Center presents a series at Hereford. Made from recycled paper Join the maker movement.