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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..
Join a book club hosted by librarians of the African American Department. We will be discussing Death of the author: a novel by Nnedi Okorafor. 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.
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,...
Get creative and crafty outside of the Art Cove with one of our learning specialists in a hands-on art project out on the museum floor. Become inspired with an immersive art piece! Due to scheduling, all programs are subject to change or cancellations. Thank you for your understanding.
Looking for a an epic adventure this summer? Join us for up to four weeks with Summer Camp at Port Discovery. Each day campers will dive into STEAM with art creations, engineering experiences and scientific discovery through play. Ample time to navigate the museum’s three floors of interactive fun..
Gear up for a weekend of sports and fun at Play Like a Pro Weekend! Explore interactive games, hands-on activities, and exciting challenges that celebrate the world of sports and physical activities. From learning about Baltimore athletic traditions to testing your skills and teamwork, it’s a...
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...
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....
Artwork by long-time Federal Hill resident Cissy Marks is currently on display at the Light Street Branch. She earned B.F.A from Maryland Institute College of Art and attended Traphagen School of Fashion and Parsons School of Design, both in New York. Come meet this talented local artist and learn.
Are you ready to make some star-spangled noise? Create and decorate your very own red, white, and blue noisemaker using simple supplies like paper plates and ribbons. This easy, hands-on activity is perfect for young creators and will have you ready to shake, rattle, and cheer for the big...
June is National Adopt-A-Cat Month. Come be crafty and create a no-sew, fleece blanket. Blankets will be donated to BARCS and given to adopted cats to take to their new homes. All supplies are provided.
Stories, movement, songs, and our most fun activities. Come ready to move, laugh, and learn together. For families with children ages 0-5. All abilities welcome.
Create a fun shooting star craft just in time for the 4th of July!
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.
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,...
In this workshop, participants will learn how to take honest experiences and turn them into structured jokes. We will break down how truth, perspective, and timing work together to create comedy that connects with audiences and builds confidence on stage and off. Fred “Big Fred” Watkins, is a...
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
Join us for our monthly gathering that centers the littlest members of your family! We’ll have a rotating mix of art and activities especially for kids 5 and under.
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,...
Come to the Fine Arts department, where you can get an introduction to the library's photo book collection, most of which can be checked out, and meet other photo/art book enthusiasts. Feel free to bring your own photo books to share as well. This casual get-together will be facilitated by one..
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,...
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...
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...
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.
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 are welcome.
With art as its vehicle, HeARTworks, Art with a Heart’s Workforce Development Program, will provide a collaborative space for youth to experience a fun and engaging work environment while building job readiness, life skills, and art skills. Participants will be fully immersed in all aspects of..
We welcome submissions of original artist books from all creators for inclusion in our upcoming exhibition. This is not a contest—rather, it’s an opportunity to share your creative work with a broader audience and be part of a collaborative display of book art. All submitted works will be...
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...
Come celebrate dragons with art projects and books! Bonus prizes for anyone who dresses like a dragon. All ages welcome!
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.