Festivals & Fairs in Oakland, MD

CMS Diversity Fair

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 9:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

outreach event for large scale school community festival

Steve Parke: "Prince"

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Central Library · 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD

Marking the 10th anniversary of Prince’s death, Prince by Steve Parke reveals a stunning collection of exclusive photographs by the singer’s own award-winning photographer and art director, Steve Parke. Prince. Visionary, multi-instrumentalist and extraordinary showman. One of the most...

Visionary Explorers Program

In 1 week · Thu, May 7, 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...

Altoona Curve at Chesapeake Baysox

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 10:05 PM UTC · Prince George's Stadium · 11765 Bowie Rd, Bowie, MD

MiLB Double-A: Altoona Curve at Chesapeake Baysox at Prince George's Stadium

Athletics at Baltimore Orioles

In 1 week · Fri, May 8, 11:05 PM UTC · Camden Yards · 333 W Camden St, Baltimore, MD

MLB: Athletics at Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards

Vision Board & Conversation: A Wellness Workshop

In 2 weeks · 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. ..

Machaya Klezmer

In 1 week · Fri, May 8, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Pikesville Branch · 1301 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208, Pikesville, MD

Machaya is a nationally acclaimed band playing authentic klezmer, Yiddish, Israeli, international, swing, rock and classical music. The band masters the style, feeling and dynamism of authentic East European Jewish music. The band’s versatile musicians carry on an exciting dialogue in that...

Crafternoon: Paper Flower Garden

In 3 weeks · Mon, May 18, 8:00 PM UTC · Waverly · 400 East 33rd Street, Baltimore, MD

It's time for May flowers. Join us of a crafty afternoon where you will get to make your own paper flower garden.

Family Crisis Center Drop-Ins

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Essex Branch · 1110 Eastern Blvd, Essex, MD 21221, Essex, MD

Services are free and provided on a first-come, first-served basis as a collaboration between the Family Crisis Center and the Community Assistance Network.

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.

Jigsaw Puzzle and Board Game Swap

In 1 week · Sat, May 9, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Puzzles for adults with at least 250 pieces welcome; no children’s puzzles please. Board games and puzzles should contain all pieces.

Jersey Shore BlueClaws at Frederick Keys

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 10:00 PM UTC · Nymeo Field · 21 Stadium Dr, Frederick, MD

MiLB High-A: Jersey Shore BlueClaws at Frederick Keys at Nymeo Field

Teen Time

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 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.

Agua Fresca: A Taste of Mexican Culture

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Pennsylvania Avenue · 1531 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Teens will explore Mexican food traditions by learning about agua fresca, a popular fresh fruit drink enjoyed throughout Mexico. Participants will prepare simple, no-cook aguas frescas while discovering the cultural history behind the flavors and the regions they come from.

DIY Slime

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Brooklyn · 300 East Patapsco Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Make your own slime with fun add-ins like glitter. Any slime you make is yours to take home!

An Introduction to Taiko

In 1 week · Sat, May 9, 6:00 PM–6:45 PM UTC · Essex Branch · 1110 Eastern Blvd, Essex, MD 21221, Essex, MD

Learn how to use one’s voice in taiko and a bit of history of the instruments as well as Japanese vocabulary. Performances include the chance for volunteers to get up and play the big drums.

Pokémon Club

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Join fans of the Pokémon video game, card game and TV show for socializing, card trading, competitions, and crafts. You are welcome to bring your own Switch and controller if able.

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.

Morse Code on the B&O Railroad

In 1 week · Sat, May 9, 2:30 PM UTC · Cherry Hill · 606 Cherry Hill Road, Baltimore, MD

Did you know that Baltimore is where railroading began in the United States? What about the fact that the first telegraph message received in the country was sent right here to Baltimore? In celebration of Maryland 250 and National “Train Day”, the B&O Railroad Museum will share all about the B&O...

Cockeysville Book Club

In 1 week · Mon, May 11, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Cockeysville Branch · 9833 Greenside Dr, Cockeysville, MD 21030, Cockeysville, MD

Joins us for a discussion of

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.

Owings Mills High School Library @ Lunch

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 1:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Owings Mills Branch · 10302 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, MD 21117, Owings Mills, MD

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Anime Craft: Kitsune Mask

In 1 week · Thu, May 7, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Edmondson Avenue · 4330 Edmondson Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Join us at the library to learn about the context behind the fox masks featured in so many great anime like Demon Slayer and Naruto. Comin and create a mask design of your own.

Room Hold Be Involved Plants

In 1 week · Sat, May 9, 6:30 PM–8:00 PM UTC · White Marsh Branch · 8133 Sandpiper Cir, Nottingham, MD 21236, Nottingham, MD

plant adoption

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.

Reisterstown Readers Book Club

In 2 weeks · 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.

YMCA Head Start Info Table

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 2:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Randallstown Branch · 8604 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133, Randallstown, MD

The program also connects parents with resources like health services, nutrition support, and parenting tools to strengthen the whole family.

Flower Art Gift Craft

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Cherry Hill · 606 Cherry Hill Road, Baltimore, MD

Celebrate the important people in your life with a meaningful hands-on craft! Teens are invited to create personalized flower-themed art pieces perfect for gifting to someone who inspires, encourages, or supports them. This program has limited spaces, and registration is recommended. To...

Chill Time

In 1 week · Mon, May 11, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Towson Branch · 320 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204, Towson, MD · Ages 10–17

Come to the Teen Room for a snack and a low-key activity.

Amazing Pipe Cleaner Flowers

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Cockeysville Branch · 9833 Greenside Dr, Cockeysville, MD 21030, Cockeysville, MD

Create colorful, handmade blooms. Using simple materials (like pipe cleaners), learn how to twist and shape several types of flowers.

Crafts and Conversation

In 1 week · Thu, May 7, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Owings Mills Branch · 10302 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, MD 21117, Owings Mills, MD

Make your own simple terrarium. Supplies provided.

Teen Hangout Hour

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

Teens are welcome to join us for video games, pizza, snacks, crafts and more in our hangout space.

Make It Arty Wednesdays: Tape It, Paint It

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 8:00 PM UTC · Southeast Anchor · 3601 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Every Wednesday, unleash your creativity by crafting a unique piece of artwork using tape.

White Marsh Book Club

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · White Marsh Branch · 8133 Sandpiper Cir, Nottingham, MD 21236, Nottingham, MD

May RICA visit

In 1 week · Fri, May 8, 4:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

program presentation at RICA

Lego Fun

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

Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provided.

Calming Crafternoon: Lavender Sock Bunny

In 2 weeks · Fri, May 15, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Pennsylvania Avenue · 1531 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Did you know May is Mental Health Awareness Month? Celebrate the season of Zen with a chill crafternoon at the Pennsylvania Avenue branch! You’ll learn how to make a lavender-scented sock bunny, then explore a few simple breathing techniques with your cuddly new pal.

Library at Lunch

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 1:30 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Towson Branch · 320 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204, Towson, MD

Library at Lunch

Affirmation Bracelets

In 1 week · Fri, May 8, 8:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Catonsville Branch · 1100 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228, Catonsville, MD

Create a bracelet with your favorite positive reminder in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month.

Baby Rave

In 1 week · Fri, May 8, 2:00 PM–2:30 PM UTC · White Marsh Branch · 8133 Sandpiper Cir, Nottingham, MD 21236, Nottingham, MD · Ages Up to 5

Show us your best moves as we dance and jump around to toddler-friendly dance music.

Gaming Hour

In 1 week · Thu, May 7, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Pikesville Branch · 1301 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208, Pikesville, MD · Ages 9+

Hang out and battle your friends on Nintendo Switch. For ages 9 and up.