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Gregory May from Circus Science poses in front of his 'Mayhew Magical Circus' backdrop holding juggling pins with his right hand and holding out his left hand in a welcoming gesture. Other Circus Science show props are in the background.

Circus Science

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Grantsville Branch

Program Type:

Community, Fun & Games, Science, Technology & Maker

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

Come find your joy at the circus with silly scientist Gregory May! As a former Ringling Brothers Circus performer, Baltimore City high school science teacher, and Port Discovery Ch...

Library Branch: Grantsville Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fun & Games, Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Come find your joy at the circus with silly scientist Gregory May!

Portrait of Edgar Allan Poe

The Life and Literary Legacy of Edgar Allan Poe

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library Community Room at Oakland Branch

Program Type:

Books & Authors, History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

Experience the mysterious life and literary legacy of Edgar Allan Poe through the Enoch Pratt Free Library’s collections. Learn about Poe’s personal life and family, his writings, ...

Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Room: Main Library Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Experience the mysterious life and literary legacy of Edgar Allan Poe through the Enoch Pratt Free Library’s collections. Learn about Poe’s personal life and family, his writings, and his mysterious death in Baltimore in 1849.

Gregory May from Circus Science poses in front of his 'Mayhew Magical Circus' backdrop holding juggling pins with his right hand and holding out his left hand in a welcoming gesture. Other Circus Science show props are in the background.

Circus Science

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Kitzmiller Branch

Program Type:

Community, Fun & Games, Science, Technology & Maker

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

Come find your joy at the circus with silly scientist Gregory May! As a former Ringling Brothers Circus performer, Baltimore City high school science teacher, and Port Discovery Ch...

Library Branch: Kitzmiller Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fun & Games, Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Come find your joy at the circus with silly scientist Gregory May!

Gregory May from Circus Science poses in front of his 'Mayhew Magical Circus' backdrop holding juggling pins with his right hand and holding out his left hand in a welcoming gesture. Other Circus Science show props are in the background.

Circus Science

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Accident Branch

Program Type:

Community, Fun & Games, Science, Technology & Maker

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

Come find your joy at the circus with silly scientist Gregory May! As a former Ringling Brothers Circus performer, Baltimore City high school science teacher, and Port Discovery Ch...

Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fun & Games, Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Come find your joy at the circus with silly scientist Gregory May!

Gregory May from Circus Science poses in front of his 'Mayhew Magical Circus' backdrop holding juggling pins with his right hand and holding out his left hand in a welcoming gesture. Other Circus Science show props are in the background.

Circus Science

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Oakland Branch

Program Type:

Community, Fun & Games, Science, Technology & Maker

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

Come find your joy at the circus with silly scientist Gregory May! As a former Ringling Brothers Circus performer, Baltimore City high school science teacher, and Port Discovery Ch...

Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fun & Games, Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Come find your joy at the circus with silly scientist Gregory May!

Gregory May from Circus Science poses in front of his 'Mayhew Magical Circus' backdrop holding juggling pins with his right hand and holding out his left hand in a welcoming gesture. Other Circus Science show props are in the background.

Circus Science

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Oakland Branch

Program Type:

Community, Fun & Games, Science, Technology & Maker

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

Come find your joy at the circus with silly scientist Gregory May! As a former Ringling Brothers Circus performer, Baltimore City high school science teacher, and Port Discovery Ch...

Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Fun & Games, Science, Technology & Maker
Event Details:

Come find your joy at the circus with silly scientist Gregory May!

Reading Aloud is Love

Reading Aloud is Love

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kitzmiller Branch

Program Type:

Community, Homeschoolers, Storytimes

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

Join us for this family-friendly program as Library Director, Thomas Vose shares how important it is to read aloud to your child!There will be stories for the kids and live bunnies...

Library Branch: Kitzmiller Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community, Homeschoolers, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us for this family-friendly program as Library Director, Thomas Vose shares how important it is to read aloud to your child!

There will be stories for the kids and live bunnies too! 

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Needlework

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Thursday of the month.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

9:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Accident Branch
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Accident Library invites you to join our needlework sewing circle!  We meet every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Thursday of the month.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

DIY Galaxy in a Jar

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults
Accident Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

To celebrate National Space Day, Create a galaxy in a jar to display at home! Best for ages 10 to adult. Make sure you wear clothes that you can get messy! Registration required so we can have enough supplies for each person.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

9:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Accident Branch
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Accident Library invites you to join our needlework sewing circle!  We meet every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Crafternoon

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Room: Main Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm.

Come to the Oakland Library to create a story book paver! All materials will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Thursday of the month.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

9:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Accident Branch
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Accident Library invites you to join our needlework sewing circle!  We meet every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Thursday of the month.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

9:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Accident Branch
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Accident Library invites you to join our needlework sewing circle!  We meet every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Thursday of the month.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

9:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Accident Branch
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Accident Library invites you to join our needlework sewing circle!  We meet every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Thursday of the month.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

9:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Accident Branch
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Accident Library invites you to join our needlework sewing circle!  We meet every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Thursday of the month.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

9:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Accident Branch
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Accident Library invites you to join our needlework sewing circle!  We meet every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Thursday of the month.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

9:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Accident Branch
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Accident Library invites you to join our needlework sewing circle!  We meet every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Thursday of the month.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

9:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Accident Branch
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Accident Library invites you to join our needlework sewing circle!  We meet every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Thursday of the month.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

9:30am–11:30am
Everyone
Accident Branch
Library Branch: Accident Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Accident Library invites you to join our needlework sewing circle!  We meet every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Thursday of the month.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

Needlework

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Oakland Branch
Library Branch: Oakland Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Thursday of the month.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.