Dragon Party
Come celebrate dragons with art projects and books! Bonus prizes for anyone who dresses like a dragon. All ages welcome!
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Pratt Page-Turners Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin. Shevek, a brilliant physicist from the anarchist moon Anarres, risks his life by traveling to the mother planet of Urras in the hope of offering wisdom to its inhabitants and to reunite the two long-alienated worlds. This...
Cutting Edge: A Cricut Kickoff for Crafters
Embark on your crafting journey with 'A Starter's Guide to Cricut'! Discover the magic of precision cutting, unleash your creativity, and dive into the world of Cricut crafting. This event is tailored for beginners eager to explore the endless possibilities of Cricut machines. Join us to learn the..
Lunch & Learn: The Role of the Railroad on the Underground Railroad
Program registration is recommended but not required. Join us for a lecture that explores the intimate relationship between the railroad and the Underground Railroad, with a detailed focus on how the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad supported the movement of freedom seekers before the Civil War....
Shut Up and Write Virtual
It's an empowering and rewarding experience to write an hour each week, at the same time and place. It serves as powerful support for building your daily writing discipline. The world still needs our creative efforts. Please log in a few minutes early to get settled. Our organizer will lead...
Lunch & Learn: The Art and History of Drag
Program registration is recommended but not required. From William Dorsey Swann, the first self-described “Queen of Drag,” to the legacy of John Waters and Divine, Maryland has been home to numerous figures and places significant to the history of drag. Join librarian Ash Baker to travel...
Pop! Goes the Playdate
Pop! in for a special Playdate at the Library featuring toys, books, and a simple craft inspired by Pop! Goes the Nursery Rhyme by Betsy Bird and Andrea Tsurumi. Best for ages 0–5 with a caregiver.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Stories, movement, play, and songs for babies in arms and toddlers together. Playtime follows. For little ones under two with a favorite adult. All abilities welcome.
Preschool Storytime
Stories, movement, songs, and play activities that prepare your child for lifelong learning. Come early for playtime. For ages 2-5 with a favorite adult. All abilities welcome.
Zoom to the Moon: Paper Rocket Craft
July 29th is the founding day of NASA. Celebrate space adventures by making a fun paper rocketship!
Back to School Crafternoon
Get ready to go back to school and create a fun, custom pencil case!
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Stories, movement, play, and songs for babies in arms and toddlers together. Playtime follows. For little ones under two with a favorite adult. All abilities welcome.
Teen Art Club: Negative Space
Design an image, then cut out a negative space or fill in the negative space with a variety of patterns or textures like fur, paper, plastic, and other materials. Experiment with textures, touch, and feel to get creative! Supplies are limited; we encourage you to bring your own as...
DIY Library Card Holders
Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month by creating your own personalized library card holder! Decorate a useful keychain-style card holder with stickers, rhinestones, and other fun craft supplies. This easy activity is a great way to show off your library pride while keeping your library card handy...
Teen Afterschool Anime
Join us for an afternoon full of Anime! Do a craft, watch some shows and discuss your favorites with others!
Pratt Page-Turners Book Club
Join us for a discussion of Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe. First published in 1958, this novel tells the story of Okonkwo, the leader of an Igbo (Ibo) community who is banished for accidentally killing a clansman. The novel covers the seven years of his exile to his return, providing an...
Baltimore’s 4th Annual Disability Pride Arts Fest
Program registration is recommended but not required. Make Studio, a nonprofit art center and collective of disabled artists, is proud to once again present Baltimore’s 4th Annual Disability Pride Arts Fest! In partnership with the Maryland Department of Disabilities and the Enoch Pratt Free...
AFAM Department Book Club
Join a book club hosted by librarians of the African American Department. We will be discussing The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin. Click here for a summary of the book, or to place a hold on a print copy. It is also offered as an ebook and eaudiobook through Libby/Overdrive.
Lit Out Loud: Adult Storytime
Program registration is recommended but not required. Pratt invites you to slow down and enjoy the magic of stories with us at Lit Out Loud, a program designed for adults to reconnect with the power of oral storytelling. Whether you’re on your lunch break or looking for a quiet escape,...
Mermaid Party
Come celebrate mermaids with art projects and books! Bonus prizes for anyone who dresses like a mermaid. All ages welcome!
Family Storytime
Stories, movement, songs, and our most fun activities. Come ready to move, laugh, and learn together. For families with children ages 3-5. All abilities welcome
The Fundamentals of Drawing with Gary Phillips
Enoch Pratt is pleased to welcome back to our Teen Center renowned Childrens book illustrator Gary M. Phillips, illustrator of the 2003 Children's book The Legend of Jocko, in his first fundamentals of drawing workshops. Our work shops will cover the basic fundamentals of drawing- Composition,.
Bushcraft Basics
Inspired by natural surroundings and ready to connect to nature? Discover the basics of wilderness living with hands-on activities in water purification, knot tying, and plant identification. This educational, family‑friendly program is designed for ages 12 and up and is a way to build confidence...
The Maryland Opera Presents: Marian Anderson
A celebration and tribute to the first African-American singer to perform at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. This program explores the turbulent history of the civil rights movement, while presenting the wide variety of styles in Marian Anderson’s repertoire, including spirituals, art...
Lit Out Loud: Adult Storytime
Program registration is recommended but not required. Pratt invites you to slow down and enjoy the magic of stories with us at Lit Out Loud, a program designed for adults to reconnect with the power of oral storytelling. Whether you’re on your lunch break or looking for a quiet escape,...
Lit Out Loud: Adult Storytime
Program registration is recommended but not required. Pratt invites you to slow down and enjoy the magic of stories with us at Lit Out Loud, a program designed for adults to reconnect with the power of oral storytelling. Whether you’re on your lunch break or looking for a quiet escape,...
Sewing for Everyday Life: An Immersive How-to-Sew Workshop Series
This fast-paced, two-hour sewing class for teens is hosted by established Baltimore-based fashion designers, wearable artists, and makers with tenured, professional sewing experience. They will share their knowledge and creativity with workshop attendees. Attendees will be creating something...
Storytelling with Streetwear Fashion
Streetwear aesthetic has become more than just a fashion trend; it's a lifestyle, a form of self-expression that blends comfort with urban authenticity. Centered around brand building, teens will create graphics that will tell their story using products like a hoodie, t-shirt, trucker hat, and tote.
AFAM Department Book Club
Join a book club hosted by librarians of the African American Department. In honor of America at 250, we will be discussing African Founders: How Enslaved People Expanded American Ideals by David Hackett Fischer. Click here for a summary of the book, or to place a hold on a print copy.
Stop Motion Animation
Learn to make DIY props, simple practical effects, & film your short movie. Ages 5-11.
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