Festivals & Fairs in McHenry, MD

Festivals, street fairs, carnivals, and seasonal events in McHenry, MD. Big events you don't want to miss.

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Luna Sawyer: "Vampire Queen"

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 7:00 PM UTC · Light Street · 1251 Light Street, Baltimore, MD · Ages 18+

Using the pseudonym Luna Sawyer, Lillian Sykes writes gothic adult fantasy with a touch of romance, magic and mystery. Lillian grew up in Federal Hill and spent many hours in the Light Street Branch. She first discovered her love of storytelling as a teenager, but after overcoming stage 3 tongue..

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Coffee and Classics Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Light Street · 1251 Light Street, Baltimore, MD

Join our book discussion on the second Tuesday of each month. This book club is geared toward the classics - both the book kind and the people kind. Our May 2026 book is Big Rock Candy Mountain by Wallace Stegner. This book chronicles the nomadic and often desperate life of the Mason family in...

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Nature Club for Kids: Symbiotic Sidekicks

In 2 weeks · Tue, May 19, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · White Marsh Branch · 8133 Sandpiper Cir, Nottingham, MD 21236, Nottingham, MD

Share your appreciation for nature with others. This month, we learn about symbiosis and make a clownfish and anemone craft. Tickets available 15 minutes before program.

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Mobile Career Center

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Cockeysville Branch · 9833 Greenside Dr, Cockeysville, MD 21030, Cockeysville, MD

Apply for jobs or get job-related assistance on the Mobile Career Center from the Baltimore County Department of Economics and Workforce Development. No appointment necessary.

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Visionary Explorers Program

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Randallstown Branch · 8604 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133, Randallstown, MD · Ages 6+

American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) and Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL) are partnering up once again to offer a series of FREE AFTER SCHOOL WORKSHOPS at BCPL's Randallstown Branch. Students ages 6 and up are encouraged to join us in exploring creative new territory inspired by our most...

Vision Board & Conversation: A Wellness Workshop

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 5:30 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Cherry Hill · 606 Cherry Hill Road, Baltimore, MD

Join us for a relaxing, creative workshop in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Reflect on your personal goals, explore what supports your well-being, and design your own vision board using a variety of art supplies. This program has limited spaces and pre-registration is recommended. ..

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Paws to Read

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 5:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Reading to a therapy dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially with struggling readers. Stop in and read to our therapy dog or cat.

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Be Social

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Owings Mills Branch · 10302 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, MD 21117, Owings Mills, MD

We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.

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Teen Art Club: Pop Up Flowers

In 3 weeks · Thu, May 21, 7:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Johnston Square · 1132 Greenmount Avenue, Baltimore, MD · Ages 10–17

After April showers we see an abundance of May flowers! Join us for Teen Art Club where we will be making our own May flowers pop out of cards. No registration is needed but supplies are limited.

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Garden Buddies

In 2 weeks · Mon, May 18, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD · Ages 18+

Adult volunteers instruct teens on how to care for flowers and produce by performing routine maintenance on the Catonsville Branch Community Garden.

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Smart Money Scavenger Hunt

In 2 weeks · Mon, May 18, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Pennsylvania Avenue · 1531 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Teens come and learn budgeting, saving, credit basics, and smart spending—all while competing, collaborating, and having fun. No boring lectures. Just hands-on learning and prizes.

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Baby Craft Time

In 1 week · Mon, May 11, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Towson Branch · 320 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204, Towson, MD · Ages Up to 5

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

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Reisterstown Readers Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Reisterstown Branch · 21 Cockeys Mill Rd, Reisterstown, MD 21136, Reisterstown, MD

Join us for a lively discussion of Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro.

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Be Sensory Social

In 1 week · Fri, May 15, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Cockeysville Branch · 9833 Greenside Dr, Cockeysville, MD 21030, Cockeysville, MD

We welcome adults with various physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental disabilities and their caregivers to meet new people, make crafts, play games, enjoy music and more.

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Monday Crafternoon

In 1 week · Mon, May 11, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Pikesville Branch · 1301 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208, Pikesville, MD

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

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#DouglassWeek 2026: Creative Arts Poetry Workshop

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD

The DouglassWeek Organization and The African American Department sponsors a creative writing workshop that invites writers to engage with the life, words and legacy of Frederick Douglass through poetry and prose. During the session, participants will explore themes drawn from Douglass’s...

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Teen Time at the Library

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Essex Branch · 1110 Eastern Blvd, Essex, MD 21221, Essex, MD · Ages 10–17

Enjoy a chill social hour in our teen space with snacks, board games, video games and more provided for free by us.

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Crochet and Cookies

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

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

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STEM Workshops

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Randallstown Branch · 8604 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133, Randallstown, MD

Participants will explore foundational concepts in engineering and technology, learn how infrastructure and network systems support our daily lives, and gain insight into STEM career pathways. The session is designed to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and innovation in a fun and collaborative.

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Room Hold ACE Teen Author, Adult Audience for 2026

In 1 week · Fri, May 15, 4:00 AM UTC · Owings Mills Branch · 10302 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, MD 21117, Owings Mills, MD · Ages 10–17

Room Hold ACE Teen Author, Adult Audience for 2026

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Teen Time

In 1 week · Mon, May 11, 6:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Reisterstown Branch · 21 Cockeys Mill Rd, Reisterstown, MD 21136, Reisterstown, MD · Ages 10–17

Join us after school for games, crafts, movies and more. Same day registration at the service desk.

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Mario Kart Tournament

In 2 weeks · Mon, May 18, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Test your skills against other teens in our video game tournaments. The winner of each tournament receives a gift card.

Craft in Movie: Matilda & DIY Storybooks

In 2 weeks · Tue, May 19, 7:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Orleans Street · 1303 Orleans Street, Baltimore, MD

An intelligent little girl who is neglected by her parents discovers that she has telekinetic powers. Not until a teacher shows her kindness for the first time does she realize that she can use those powers to do something about her sufferings and help her friends as well. Create your own storybook.

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On the Ball With Spinny

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Spinny Johnson performs unique tricks, such as balancing a basketball on a key held tightly between his teeth. Using audience participation, Spinny encourages the audience to believe in themselves and to embrace positive thinking.

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Lego® Club

In 1 week · Mon, May 11, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Roland Park · 5108 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Join Ms. Jackie and fellow teens as we take on a new LEGO® challenge. Please do not bring your own Legos, we will provide all of the materals.

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Adult Craft and Create

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 9:30 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD · Ages 18+

Studies show that crocheting can help reduce stress, manage anxiety and improve mindfulness. In celebration of Mental Health Month, learn a few basic crochet skills to start a beginner scarf project.

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PokéMonday

In 2 weeks · Mon, May 18, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · White Marsh Branch · 8133 Sandpiper Cir, Nottingham, MD 21236, Nottingham, MD

Calling trainers of all ages. Join us once a month for a variety of activities, including crafts, gaming and trading. Bring your own PokéGear and hang with other trainers.

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History Room Research Hours

In 1 week · Mon, May 11, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Visit the history room to view photos and artifacts from Catonsville's days of yore, find a reference book or relive your days at Catonsville High browsing through our yearbook collection.

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Pikesville Chess Night

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Pikesville Branch · 1301 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208, Pikesville, MD

Join us on the second Tuesday of every month. Players of all skill levels welcome. Space is limited; players are assigned to a match on a first-come, first-served basis.