Kids (and adults!) can stop by the Delaplaine’s Art Carts during your next visit and get creative! The Art Carts offer two different FREE activities each month, with the how-to videos available on the Delaplaine’s YouTube channel! FREE Available any…

A month-long exhibition showcasing artwork by FCPS students with disabilities and special needs.

For ages 3 - 6. Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome. This program takes place at the Eldersburg Branch of Carroll County Public Library…

For all ages. Begin April with some outdoor farm fun! Meet farm animals and their 4-H owners to learn about their projects. There will be a tractor and an implement for you to explore and learn about. Then, plant a…

Participate in an art exchange with Bel Air's sister city, Narva, Estonia, by creating an original work of art to celebrate 'Spring in Our Town'. Children in Narva will also create pieces of art that will be displayed as part…

Songs, stories, and play for babies and their grownups. Designed for ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.

Music, movement, and stories for the whole family designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.

Children 0 - 5 and their caregivers are invited to Preschool Playgroup! Children will have the opportunity to engage in free play and structured activities all while learning to socialize with their peers. Registration is not required.

A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. This is a wonderful way…

A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking.

For ages Birth - 8. Are you looking to make new friends and have valuable social experiences for your little one? Join us for our new weekly playgroup! This will be a dedicated time and space for gathering for fun…

Have fun exploring literacy, STEM, and art through play-based activities that integrate essential school skills. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Songs, stories, and fun for preschoolers and their grownups. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver. This week: Enjoy silly stories and fun in celebration of April Fool's Day! Frederick County Public Libraries Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung Street Frederick,…

Enjoy a special evening storytime with books, rhymes and songs as we kick off our NEW 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. We will have sign-ups for this program as well as more information on how you can help your child get…

Music, movement, and stories for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver. Frederick County Public Libraries Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung Street Frederick, MD 21704 Free to the public

Join us for Story Time! Read, sing, and play at the library during story time while developing early literacy skills. Story time is followed by an early literacy activity. For ages 18-36 months with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome at…

For ages Birth - 24 Months. Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize. This free event takes place at the Eldersburg…

For ages 2 - 3. This lively fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. This free event takes place at the Taneytown Branch of Carroll County Public Library. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.

Get creative and enjoy stories and art-themed, hands-on projects. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL. Tuesday, April 2nd at 10:15-11:00AM Register here: https://programs.hcplonline.org/event/9879984 Located at the Norrisville Library of the…

Music, movement, and stories about the big and beautiful moon for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver. Frederick County Public Libraries Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung Street Frederick, MD 21704 Free to the public

Join us for a lapsit program and enjoy rhymes, songs, movement, bells, and a story! Ages 3-36 months with caregiver. Queen Anne's County Library Centreville Branch 121 S Commerce St, Centreville MD 21617 Free to the public

Join us for a half-hour of fun songs, stories, and finger plays that help build early literacy skills. Feel free to stay and play afterward, chat with other parents and caregivers, and allow children to explore the activities in our…

Join us for Story Time! Read, sing, and play at the library during story time while developing early literacy skills. Story time is followed by an early literacy activity. For ages 3-5 years with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome at…

For ages Birth - 8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. This free event takes place at the Eldersburg Branch of the Carroll…

For all ages. Join Ms. Sara as she shares her hedgehog, Justine. Learn all about Justine, fun facts about hedgehogs, and have a chance to ask questions about what it's like to live with a hedgehog. This free event takes…

Join Miss Lisa every Tuesday for an afternoon of crafts and open art exploration. Some projects may get messy, so please wear your play clothes or bring a smock.

For our bedtime storytime, all 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us at the Paul S. Sarbanes downtown library to share songs, rhymes, and stories together on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Feel free…

Join us for an educational evening learning about monetary values. Where does money come from? What's the difference between paper money and coins? Take part in a fun game to “earn” money for a surprise at the end. This program…

For ages Birth - 8. Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children. This free event takes place at the Eldersurg…

Experience the building of the orchestra! The dazzling centerpiece of this program is Philharmonia Fantastique: a 25-minute concerto and animated film that follows a magical Sprite on a musical journey through the instruments of the orchestra. By the film’s end,…

For ages 3 - 6. An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills. This free event takes place at the Mount Airy Branch of Carroll County Public…

For ages Birth - 8. Join us for this energetic and interactive storytime. Explore your favorite children's books (and find some new ones) through song, dance, and creative movement. This free event takes place at the Eldersburg Branch of Carroll…

Songs, stories, and fun for toddlers and their grownups. Designed for 2 year olds with a caregiver. Frederick County Public Libraries Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung Street Frederick, MD 21704 Free to the public

Read, sing, and play at the library during story time while developing early literacy skills. Story time is followed by a craft. Ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Queen Anne's County Library Centreville Branch 121 S Commerce St, Centreville MD 21617…

Join us for a story time with rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story. Ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome at any story time. Queen Anne's County Library Kent Island Branch 200 Library Circle, Stevensville, MD 21666 Free…

These 25-30-minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and activities that promote and develop language skills and imagination. These programs encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning…

These 20-30-minute programs are full of diverse books, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and…

Experience the building of the orchestra! The dazzling centerpiece of this program is Philharmonia Fantastique: a 25-minute concerto and animated film that follows a magical Sprite on a musical journey through the instruments of the orchestra. By the film’s end,…

All ages. KINDNESS GROWS is a half an hour upbeat musical which tells the history, science, and benefits of KINDNESS. One of YouthAbility's volunteer projects is to create original shows with a positive message. HORVITZ YOUTHABILITY OF JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE…

For ages Birth - 8. Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. This storytime introduces stories through books, songs, and activities appropriate for young children. This free event takes place at the Mount…

Experience the building of the orchestra! The dazzling centerpiece of this program is Philharmonia Fantastique: a 25-minute concerto and animated film that follows a magical Sprite on a musical journey through the instruments of the orchestra. By the film’s end,…

Songs, stories, and fun for toddlers and their grownups. Designed for 2 year olds with a caregiver.

Songs, stories, and fun for preschoolers and their grownups. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Frederick County Public Libraries Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung Street Frederick, MD 21704 Free to the public

Music, movement, stories and more!

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.

All 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us at the Paul S. Sarbanes downtown library to share songs, rhymes, and stories together on the first four Thursdays of each month. Studies have shown that singing aloud and…

For ages Birth - 8. We'll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. This free event will take place at the Westminster Branch of Carroll…

Join the Sloan School of Music for an interactive program that engages the whole family in a fun and memorable musical experience!

Explore the works and styles of famous artists and create your own masterpiece at our family art lab event! Thursday, April 4th from 4:00-5:00PM Learn more at: https://programs.hcplonline.org/event/9926706 Located at the Abingdon Library of the Harford County Public Library. 2510…

Join us for some crafting fun! Thursday, April 4th at 4:30-5:30PM Learn more at: https://programs.hcplonline.org/event/9873307 Located at the Edgewood Library of the Harford County Library. 629 Edgewood Rd Edgewood, MD 21040.

Paint a picture that celebrates spring! All experience levels are welcome! Each person who is painting a picture must register prior to the event. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL Thursday, April 4th at 6:00-7:30PM Register here: https://programs.hcplonline.org/event/9929123 Located…

For ages 4 - 12. Read to a puppy from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program! Reading to a dog can increase a child's self-esteem and confidence levels in reading, especially for struggling readers. This free event takes place at…

Come to Port Discovery April 5-7th to create your very own Aquatic Jar Mini-Masterpiece! Create your very own personal aquatic habitat for one of our favorite Chesapeake Bay residents using a jar, seashells, faux plants, underwater toy animals, pebbles, blue…

Music, movement, and stories for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver. We come in peace . . . Join us for a special storytime complete with flying saucers, songs and stories about visitors from…

Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Friday, April 5th from 10:15-11:00AM Register here: https://programs.hcplonline.org/event/9894497 Located at the Bel Air Library of the Harford County Public Library. 100…

Young children will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and activities while building ready to read skills in English and in Spanish. / Los niños pequeños disfrutarán de historias, canciones, rimas y actividades mientras desarrollan habilidades de lectura en inglés y en…

Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language…

Join us most Fridays for a FREE story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom (or indoors in inclement weather) at Irvine Nature Center. This ‘caregiver and child’ program will allow you to build connections with nature and…

Theatricks is a social circus program and school! The organization promotes life skills through practice and performance of circus arts.

Join us for solar eclipse and space crafts in celebration of the upcoming partial solar eclipse in our area on Friday, April 5! This hands-on activity will stimulate your child's creativity and imagination. We will provide all the materials for…

Come to Port Discovery April 5-7th to create your very own Aquatic Jar Mini-Masterpiece! Create your very own personal aquatic habitat for one of our favorite Chesapeake Bay residents using a jar, seashells, faux plants, underwater toy animals, pebbles, blue…

Are you ready for a free, family-friendly, fun-filled day complete with stories, animals, puppets, and more? Join us on Saturday, April 6, from 10am to 2pm at the Central Library for our Imagination Celebration Kick Off event! Meet Tammi Sauer…

For ages Birth - 8. Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing, crafts - there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun! This free…

Join the Chesapeake Arts Center for our newest family program: Stories & Art in the Galleries! Children will enjoy a story and complimentary age-appropriate art activity while viewing CAC's latest gallery exhibit. In conjunction with the Maryland Day celebration, we're…

Movement, music, stories and fun for the whole family, designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.

Spread joy and kindness by painting rocks into works of art, then placing them in our kindness rock garden. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL. Saturday, April 6 from 11:00AM-12:00PM…

Join the Clustered Spires Quilt Guild in this fun and frustration-free workshop designed to help children build basic skills in fiber art and sewing. Learn to use a template to measure out and mark a pattern, cut along the markings,…

Join the Clustered Spires Quilt Guild to learn one the most basic embroidery stitches, the backstitch, to create imagery or colorful patterns onto precut aida shapes. These will be finished with a felt backing and magnets to create a piece…

Kids and their adults are invited to drop-in and get creative together in our family open studio to create an artist-inspired project. Please limit your time to about an hour, especially if other families are waiting for a table. At…