Below is a listing of story times and events in February. For more calendar items, see our interactive online calender by clicking here.
STORY TIMES
Note: Story times are free and require reservations one week in advance unless noted.
* Arbutus Library 1582 Sulphur Spring Road. 410-887-1451
Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Feb. 9 7 p.m. Ages 2 to 5. Pajama story time.
Feb. 17 10:30 a.m. Up to age 2. Baby Boosters.
* Catonsville Library 1100 Frederick Road. 410-887-0951
Thursdays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Feb. 16, 20, 27 10:30 a.m. Up to age 2. Baby Boosters.
Feb. 20 10:30 a.m. Saturday Story Time. Ages 2 to 5.
* Cockeysville Library 9833 Greenside Drive. 410-887-7750
No programming during renovations. Mini-library will be open.
* Essex Library 1100 Eastern Blvd. 410-887-0295
Thursdays 2 p.m. Book Sharing Club. Grades 4 to 6.
Fridays 11 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Feb. 10 and 20 11 a.m. Up to age 2. Baby Boosters.
Feb. 6 11 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
* Hereford Library 16940 York Road. 410-887-1919
Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. Baby Boosters. Up to age 2.
Wednesdays and Thursdays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
* Lansdowne Library 500 Third Ave. 4 2 to 5. Pajama story time.
Saturdays 1 p.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Loch Raven Library 1046 Taylor Ave. 410-887-4444
Feb. 17 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
* North Point Library 1716 Merritt Blvd. 410-887-7255
Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Feb. 11 and 25 10:30 a.m. Up to age 2. Baby Boosters.
* Parkville Library 9509 Harford Road. 410-887-5353
Thursdays 9:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Feb. 9 and 22 9:30 a.m. Up to age 2. Baby Boosters.
Feb. 17 7 p.m. Ages 2 to 5. Pajama Story Time.
* Perry Hall Library 9685 Honeygo Blvd. 410-887-5195
Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. Up to age 2. Baby Boosters.
Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Feb. 10 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Valentine Story Time.
Feb. 17 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Presidents’ Day Story Time.
Feb. 25 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 3.
* Pikesville Library 1301 Reisterstown Road. 410-887-1234
Fridays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Feb. 6, 20, 24 10:30 a.m. Up to age 2. Baby Boosters.
Feb. 11 and 25 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 3.
Feb. 10 7 p.m. Ages 2 to 5. Pajama Story Time.
* Randallstown LiRandallstown. 410-887-0770
Wednesdays and Thursdays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Saturdays 11 a.m. Up to age 2. Baby Boosters.
* Reisterstown Library 21 Cockeys Mill Road, Reisterstown. 410-887-1165
Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Feb. 11 and 25 10:30 a.m. Up to age 2. Baby Boosters.
Feb. 22 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Let’s Visit Space Story Time.
* Rosedale Library 6105 Kenwood Ave. 410-887-0512
Mondays 9:30 a.m. Up to age 2. Baby Boosters.
Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 3.
Fridays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
* Towson Library 310 York Road. 410-887-6166
Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Up to age 2. Baby Boosters.
Fridays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Feb. 28 1:30 p.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Feb. 28 2:30 p.m. Ages up to 2. Baby Boosters.
* White Marsh Library 8133 Sandpiper Circle. 410-887-5097
Thursdays 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Baby Boosters. Up to age 2.
Feb. 2, 16, 23 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Feb. 9 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Thank You Month Story Time
* Woodlawn Library 1811 Woodlawn Drive. 410-887-1336
Fridays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5.
Feb. 20 10:30 a.m. Baby Boosters. Up to age 2.
* Central Library 1035 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 410-313-7880
Mondays 6:30 p.m. Ages up to 2.
Mondays 7 p.m. Ages 8 to 11. Chapter Chats featuring “Knucklehead” by Jon Scieszka
Tuesdays and Fridays 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Ages up to 2.
Tuesdays 7 p.m. Ages 6 to 8 Book-N-Chat.
Wednesdays 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. All ages.
Thursdays 7 p.m. All ages. Pajama Time.
Saturdays 10:15 and 11:30 p.m. All ages.
Feb. 16 7 p.m. Book N Chat Ages 6 to 8.
Feb. 3 5 and 6 p.m. Ages 2 to 5. Storybook Friends with craft.
Feb. 25 10:15 and 11 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Storybook Friends with craft.
* East Columbia Library 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia. 410-313-7700
Mondays 10 and 11 a.m. All ages.
Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. Ages up to 2.
Thursdays 6 p.m. All ages.
Fridays 10 and 11 a.m. All ages.
Feb. 13 2 p.m. Biography Club featuring Big Thinkers. Ages 5 to 10.
* Elkridge Library 6540 Washington Blvd. 410-313-5085
Tuesdays 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. Ages up to 2.
Wednesdays 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. Agsdays 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. Ages up to 2.
Wednesdays 7 p.m. All ages.
Fridays 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. All ages.
Saturdays 11 a.m. Ages up to 2.
Feb. 11 7 p.m. Elks Starters Ages 7 to 8. “Stuart Goes To School” by Sarah Pennypacker.
Feb. 18 7 p.m. Elks Jr. Ages 8 to 9. “The London Eye Mystery” by Siobhan Dowd.
* Glenwood Library 2350 Route 97, Cooksville. 410-313-5579
Mondays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Picture Book Parade.
Tuesdays 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. Ages up to 2.
Thursdays and Fridays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Picture Book Parade.
* Miller Library 9421 Frederick Road, Ellicott City. 410-313-1955
Mondays 10 and 11 a.m. Ages 3 to 5. Focus on illustrators.
Tuesdays 7 p.m. All ages. Pajama time.
Tuesdays 10 and 11 a.m. Ages 2-5.
Wednesdays 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.
Fridays 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Ages up to 2.
* Savage Library 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel. 410-880-5978
Tuesdays 10 a.m. Ages 2-5.
Tuesdays 7 p.m. All ages. Pajama time.
Wednesdays 10:15 and 11 a.m. Ages up to 2.
Thursdays 10:15 a.m. Ages 2-5 witdays 11 a.m. All ages.
* National Aquarium 501 E. Pratt St., Baltimore. 10 a.m. Wednesdays. Included with admission. 410-727-3474. www.aqua.org
* B & O Railroad Museum 901 W. Pratt St. First and third Wednesdays. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-5. 410-752-2490 or www.borail.org
* Maryland Science Center 601 Light St., Baltimore. Fridays 2 p.m. Preschool. Adults $14.50 -20; seniors $13.50-19; children 3 to 12, $10-14. 410-685-5225 or www.mdsci.org
* Marshy Point Nature Center 7130 Marshy Point Road, Baltimore. Mondays 11 a.m. to noon. Pre-school drop in. Ages up to 3. Stories, crafts, games, songs and outdoor activities. Free. 410-887-2817 or www.marshypoint.org
* Port Discovery Children’s Museum 35 Market Place, Baltimore. Tuesdays through Fridays 11:30 a.m.; Saturdays 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m.; Sundays 3:30 p.m. Ages up to 4. $12.95, ages 2 and up; under 2, free. 410-864-2668 or www.portdiscovery.org
* Ukazoo Books 730 Dulaney Valley Road, Towson. Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 and up. Books, singing, craft and snack. Free. 410-832-2665.
* Walters Art Museum 600 N. Charles St., Baltimore. Wednesdays 10:30-noon. Ages 3 to 5. Free. 410-547-9000 or www.thewalters.org
PARENTS
* Mocha Moms Inc. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. West Baltimore County, locations vary. Stay-at-home mothers of color. 410-580-0290 or www.mochamoms.org
* MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Second and fourth Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. Epworth United Methodist Church, 600 Warren Road, Cockeysville. 410-916-4107
* MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) First and third Thursdays, 9:15 a.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 3911 Sweet Air Road, Phoenix. Childcare provided. www.mops.org
* MOMS Club of Catonsville-South Fourth Wednesday, 10 a.m. Christian Temple, 5820 Edmondson Ave. 410-747-5933 or www.momsclub.org
* Moms Club of Phoenix/Cockeysville Support group for stay at home moms. Fourth Thursday, 9:30 a.m. E-mail for location: cockeysvillemomsclub@gmail.com
* MOMS Club of Odenton First Monday, 10 a.m. Alt and Provinces Library. 410-674-5544 or www.momsclubofodenton.com
* MOMS Club of Owings Mills Third Fridays. 410-833-7463.
* MOMS Club of Parkton Fourth Thursday, 9:30 a.m. Call for location. 410-239-8501
* PATH (Parents AT Home) of Baltimore County Third Wednesday, 10 a.m. Christian Temple, 5820 Edmondson Ave., Catonsville. Support, activities and networking for parents. 410-788-1739 or http://geocitiescom/BCGCPATH/
* Columbia Area Mothers of Multiples First Monday, 7:30 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 6800 Oakland Mills Road, Columbia. 410-750-1322 or www.camom.net
* MOMS Club of Bel Air Downtown Second Tuesday, 10 a.m. belairmom@hotmail.com for meeting place.
* MOMS Club of Columbia-East Social and support group for stay-at-home moms of Columbia, east of Route 29. Second Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. New Hope Lutheran Church, 8575 Guilford Road, Columbia. www.momsclubofcolumbiaeast.com or 443-832-4189
* MOMS Club of Clarksville/Columbia-West Social and support group for stay-at-home moms of Clarksville, Columbia-west, Highland, Fulton, Dayton, Glenwood and Glenelg. Second Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Linden-Linthicum United Methodist Church, Clarksville. Email clarksvillecolumbiamoms@yahoo.com.
* MOMS Club of Elkridge Third Wednesday, 9:45 a.m. toidge.org.
* MOMS Club of Ellicott City, South First Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. Glen Mar Church, Route 103. momsclubofec_south@yahoo.com
* MOMS Club of Fallston Last Friday, 10 a.m. Unitarian Universalists of Fallston, 1127 Old Fallston Road. 443-621-4679 or fallstonmomsclub@hotmail.com
* MOMS Club of Laurel First Thursday, 7 p.m. Our Savior Lutheran Church, 13611 Laurel-Bowie Road. 301-317-0736 or www.laurelmomsclub.org
* Moms Club of Pasadena NW Third Wednesday, 10 a.m. Community United Methodist, 8680 Fort Smallwood Road. 410-255-1212 or www.momsclubpasadenanw.com
* Moms, Inc. Second Tuesday, 10 a.m. Linden Linthicum Methodist Church, 12101 Linden Linthicum Lane, Clarksville. Support for moms who run a home-based business or plan to start one. 410-795-8390 or www.momsinc.org
* MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Finksburg Second Fridays, (childcare available.) Faith Family Church, 4150 Sykesville Road, Finksburg. 410-552-9522
* Mothers and More, Carroll County/Western Howard CouBingo Room, South Carroll Senior Activities Center, 5745 Bartholow Road, Sykesville. Mothers’ support and advocacy group. www.geocities.com/chapter171 or chapter171@yahoo.com
* PATH (Parents at Home) of Howard County Third Monday, 10-11:30 a.m. parents_at_home@hotmail.com or 410-992-9291 for locations or visit www.parentsathome.org
* PATH of Mount Airy First Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. E-mail for location. info@mtairypath.org
* PATH of Carroll County Third Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. St. Joseph Catholic Church, Route 26, Eldersburg. http://pathathome.org/
* LOCATE: Child Care weekdays, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Howard County Child Care Resource Center, 3300 N. Ridge Road, Ellicott City. Free assistance locating state licensed child care centers, child care providers, pre-schools and school-aged programs. 410-313-1930 or www.co.ho.md.us./childcareresourcecenter
EVENTS

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Glorious Groundhogs Stories and a craft to commemorate Groundhog Day. 4:30 and 7 p.m. Ages 3 to 7. Registration required. Glenwood Library.
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Seasonal Science Will spring be early or late? Let the Groundhog tell you. 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Ages 3 to 5. East Columbia Library.
Elmo’s Birthday It’s Elmo’s birthday! Come hear Sesame Street stories. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Arbutus Library.
Glorious Groundhogs 10:30 a.m. See 2/1.
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Family Movie Night Watch Disney’s “A Bug’s Life” with free drinks and popcorn. 6 to 8 p.m. Irvine Nature Center.
What Would Laura Do? Discover how piod during the time of Laura Ingalls Wilder through crafts, music, and activities. 10:30 a.m. Ages 8 to 12. Registration required. Miller Library.
“Spice” It Up Sing wintry songs and move with Deborah “Spice” Kleinmann. 2 p.m. Hereford Library
Bad Bad Plants Ever thrown a dead plant outside thinking it would do no harm? Come find out. 1 p.m. Ages 5 to 11. $2. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Avalon area of Patapsco Valley State Park. Registration required. 410-461-5005.
Winter Trees & Seeds Learn to identify trees and their weedy counterparts. 1 to 3 p.m. Registration required. Patuxent Research Refuge. 301-497-5887 or patuxent.fws.gov
Presidential Celebration Learn about the presidents and enjoy stories, arts and crafts. 1 to 3 p.m. Towson Library.
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Is That Snake Venomous? Learn to identify several common snakes in the area. 1 p.m. Ages 5 and up. $6 members, $10 non-members. Irvine Nature Center.
Jingle Book Bingo Play the winter version of Book Bingo, featuring favorite characters and settings. 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. Ages 5 to 10. Registration required. Miller Library.
Owl Prowl Explore the refuge at night while looking and listening for owls. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Ages 5 and up. Registration required. Patuxent Research Refuge.
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Wiggly Giggly Gelatin Explore the properties of gelatin. 10 and 11 a.m. Ages 3 to 5. East Columbia Library.
Sloppy Saturdays Make a macaroni snowflake. 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. Ages 4 to 10. Registration required. Glenwood Library.
Will You Be My Valentine Story Time Valentine’s Day stories and make a valentine for a special someone. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Arbutus Library.
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Elephant & Piggie: Tales of Caring Valentine’s Day with Mo Willems’ loveable characters, and make a craft. 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Registration required. Glenwood Library.
KidzArt Create a masterpiece by looking at the world differently. 2 p.m. Ages 5 to 11. Glenwood Library.
Mujje – Come Together Weaving together stories from his native Uganda, Ssunna teaches lessons such as respect through dance, music and storytelling. 7 p.m. School ages. Loch Raven Library.
Sensational Seasonal Crafts Drop-in activity 2 to 4 p.m. Central Library.
Itsy Bitsy Yoga for Tots Crawlers and walkers playfully practice yoga postures while they are standing, sitting up, walking or jumping. 10:30 a.m. Ages 11 to 24 months. Registration required. Pikesville Library.
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Birds in Your Backyard Learn about birds that stay here for the winter, then make a birdfeeder. 10:30 a.m. for ages 3 to 6. 2 p.m. for ages 7 to 10. Central Library.
Family Movie Night Showing of “Monsters vs. Aliens” with free popcorn and drinks. 6:30 p.m. Miller Library.
Nature’s Transformers Experiment with transforming liquids into tasty and not so tasty solids. 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Ages 6 to 10. Glenwood Library.
Let the Games Begin Live the Olympic dream with stories, games, and a craft. 2 p.m. Ages 6 to 9. Registration required. Savage Library.
Valentine Fairy Ball Stories, music and a craft about fairies and Valentine’s Day. Come in costume. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Catonsville Library.
KidzArt Create a masterpiece by looking at the world differently. 2 p.m. Ages 5 to 10. Glenwood Library.
Icicle Ball Pam the Kindersinger celebrates winter through music, humor, fun, ventriloquism and audience participation. 2 p.m. Perry Hall Library.
12 Imagination and Creation Exploration Grab a beaker and a pair of goggles as we stir up some supersaturated solutions and mix up a marvelous concoction or two. 3 p.m. Ages 5 to 8. Maryland Science Center.
Let the Games Begin 2 p.m. Miller Library. See 2/11.
A Purple, Gold and Pinkalicious Valentine Readings from Victoria Kann’s popular books, color-coordinated refreshments, and a craft. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Ages 4 to 8. Registration required. Glenwood Library.
Lunar New Year Celebrate the Year of the Tiger with stories, songs, and crafts. 2 p.m. Ages 4 and up. Ticket required. Elkridge Library and Savage Library.
Lunar New Year Class Learn about the Chinese Zodiac and watch a Kung Fu (Chinese Martial Art) demonstration. Noon. Ages 6 to 9. Registration required. East Columbia Library.
Lunar New Year Dance Lion Dance by Jow Ga Kung Fu Athletic Association. 3 p.m. East Columbia Library.
Meet Author Elissa Brent Weissman Talk with the Author of “Standing for Socks” and make a unique wearable craft. 2 p.m. Ages 9 and up. Ticket required. Central Library.
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Great Backyard Bird Count Annual count will be shared with a national list. 9:30 a.m. Irvine Nature Center
Elephant & Piggie: Tales of Caring 2 p.m. Elkridge Library. See 2/10.
Books Are A Blast Beowulf T. Wonderbunny and Tom Lilly amaze with magic, juggling and balloon tricks. 2 p.m. North Point Library.
Littles Day - Will U B My Valentine? The Kindersinger, Mother Goose on the Loose Circle Time, moon bounce, magic and balloon sculpting with Bubbles the Clown, face-painting. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Port Discovery.
Presidential Teeth Did you know that George Washington’s teeth were not made of wood? Take a peek at the first president’s famous choppers and find out more about his tooth troubles. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $7 , adults; $3, children ages 3 -19. National Museum of Dentistry, Baltimore. 410-706-0600. www.smile-experience.org
Sloppy Saturdays Make Valentines. 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. Ages 4 to 10. Glenwood Library.
Star-Gazing Program Join the Westminster Astronomy Club as they stroll through the hearts and loves of the night sky, 8 to 10 p.m. Rain or shine. Soldiers Delight. Registration required. 410-549-3026.
Wake up! Take a hike to discover who or what is stirring from a long winter’s nap. 10:30 a.m. to Noon. Ages 5 to 7. Registration required. Patuxent Research Refuge.
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Brrr… Birds in Winter Learn why some don’t migrate with other birds and make a pinecone craft for them. 2 p.m. Ages 5 and up. $6 members, $10 non-members. Irvine Nature Center.
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Maple Trees Printmaking Workshop Learn about magic maple trees and explore print-making techniques. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Ages 4 to 6. $25 members, $40 non-members. Pizza lunch and drink is included. Irvine Nature Center.
President’s Day Celebrate the Presidents with Uncle Pete and Monkey Rubbings. 1 to 3 p.m. Port Discovery.
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Discover ME Day Programs focused for groups and students with disabilities including shadow charades, fun with floam and circle time. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Port Discovery.
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Let the Games Begin 6:45 p.m. Miller Library. See 2/11.
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Nature Tots: Owls Outside Introduce your preschooler to wonderful world of owls through songs, stories and crafts. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Ages 3 to 4. Patuxent Research Refuge.
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Target $2 Family Fun Night Discounted admission from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Port Discovery.
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Maple Magic Learn how to identify maple trees, how to tap the trees for sap, and how to boil it into syrup. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Registration required. $6 members, $10 non-members. Irvine Nature Center.
Thanks to Levi Hear tales from the Gold Rush Days and make a craft using the real treasure from the time…Levi’s. 2 p.m. Ages 6 to 10. Ticket required. East Columbia Library.
Mujje – Come Together 2 p.m. Catonsville Library. See 2/10.
Tom Lilly Performance Magic, juggling and comedy in this fun family show. 4 p.m. $10 adults, $5 children. Chesapeake Arts Center’s Studio 194 Theatre, Brooklyn Park. 410-636-6597. www.chesapeakearts.org
Chinese New Year Listen to a Chinese folk tale, make a Lion Mask or a Tiger Shrinky Dink and more. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Port Discovery.
Underground Railroad, Not a Subway Schroeder Cherry Puppets tells the story of how slaves were moved to freedom by way of an underground railroad. 2 p.m. Randallstown Library.
Cartooning For Chillin’ Characters and Cool Kids Young Rembrandts teach drawing skills through fun winter images and characters. 2 p.m. School ages. Registration required. Woodlawn Library.
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Maple Magic See 2/20.
Signs of Spring Search for the first signs of spring sprouts such as skunk cabbage and spice bush on a guided walk. 9 to 11:30 a.m. Field guides recommended. Registration required. Patuxent Research Refuge.
“Spice” It Up 2 p.m. Pikesville Library. See 2/6.
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Whatever Happened to Baseball? Meet author Jeff Potter as he shares excepts from his book about youth baseball and how it has changed in the last 40 years. 7 p.m. Arbutus Library.
Hilton Hike See the wildlife and learn a little history of the Park. Noon to 2 p.m. Ages 11 and up. $2. Bring water and wear hiking shoes. Hilton area of Patapsco Valley State Park. Registration required. 410-461-5005.
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Owl Prowl Search for these nocturnal birds and learn how well adapted they are to their habitats. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ages 10 and up. $6 members, $10 non-members. Irvine Nature Center.
Imagination and Creation Exploration See 2/12.
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Woodpeckers Galore Discover why they make holes in trees, how to attract them to your backyard and half-mile plus hike. 9 a.m. Ages 5 and up. $2. McKeldin area of Patapsco Valley State Park. Registration required. 410-461-5005.
Fabulous Five Senses Joe Pipik’s Backpack Puppets use dinosaur friends to explore the five senses in a variety show. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Parkville Library.
National Tooth Fairy Day Stories, songs, and crafts about the Tooth Fairy. 2 p.m. Ages 2 to 5. Elkridge Library.
Owl Prowl Take a hike to listen for owls, followed by a program with owls from Scales & Tales. 7:30 to 10 p.m. Ages 7 and up. $5. Wear sturdy shoes & bring water. Soldiers Delight. Registration required. 410-461-5005.
Books Are a Blast 1 p.m. Lansdowne Library. See 2/13.
Maple Magic 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Mujje – Come Together 2 p.m. Essex Library. See 2/10.
Let Freedom Ring From spirituals to Civil War ballads, Ray Owen introduces us to the uniquely American music of this time period. 11 a.m. Towson Library.
Cartooning For Chillin’ Characters and Cool Kids 2 p.m. School ages. Registration required. White Marsh Library. See 2/20.
Rhythm and Rhymes for Wise Young Minds Jali D uses drums and hip rap rhythms to demonstrate power of music and learning. 2 p.m. School ages. Woodlawn Library.
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Maple Magic See 2/27.
ONGOING
* ‘Ben Carson M.D.’ Biography of Hopkins doctor. Feb. 2, 4,5, 8, 9, 11. Times and prices vary. Toby’s Youth Theatre, Columbia. 410-995-1969. wwwsdinnertheatre.com
* Chinasaurs: Dinosaur Dynasty Full size dinosaurs, fossils, ancient Chinese cultural artifacts and art. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St., Baltimore. 410-685-2370. www.mdsci.org
* National Aquarium 501 E. Pratt St., Baltimore. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays to Thursdays; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sundays. $29.95, adults; $19.95, children. 410-727-3474. www.aqua.org
Special exhibits include “Jellies Invasion: Oceans Out of Balance” and “Our Ocean Planet: The New Dolphin Show.” “Planet Earth: From Pole to Pole” and “The Wonder Pets Save the Hermit Crab!” in 4-D Theater.
Lunchtime with Sharks, Piranhas and Alligators (depending on the day of week) 2 p.m. .
* Port Discovery Children’s Museum 35 Market Place, Baltimore. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays to Saturdays; noon to 5 p.m., Sundays. $12.95 for 2 years and up, free under 2. 410-864-2668 or www.portdiscovery.org
Healthy First Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Activities and programs that reinforce heast Saturday of month.
* Baltimore Museum of Art 10 Art Museum Drive. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesdays to Fridays; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Free. 443-573-1700 or www.artbma.org
Family Fun Sundays 2 p.m. Workshops, sketching activities and tours celebrating light: Dec. 6, Krafty Kaleidoscopes; Dec. 13, Paper Lanterns; Dec. 20, Kwanzaa Family Day; Dec. 27, Lights, Camera, Action.
BMA FunPack Thursdays and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Self-guided kit that invites kids to dress up, sketch or sing their way through galleries. Free.
* Game Night Play games from game library or bring your own. 6 p.m. to midnight Saturdays. All ages. Free. The Family Game Store, Historic Savage Mill, 8600 Foundry St., Savage. 301-776-5980
* Walters Art Museum 600 N. Charles St., Baltimore. Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. 410-547-9000 or www.thewalters.org
Drop-in Art Activities Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. All ages.
Walk, Wonder and Create Third Saturdays, 1 minute tour with museum educator. Visit the Family Art Center for an interactive discovery of special exhibits. All ages. Free.
* Family Fun Day Story time, sing-a-long, special guests and educational fun at the following mall locations:
White Marsh Mall Tuesdays, 10 a.m. 410-931-7100
Owings Mills Mall Wednesdays, 10 a.m. 410-363-7000
The Mall in Columbia Thursdays, 10 a.m. 410-730-3300
Towson Town Center Fridays, 10 a.m. 410-494-8800
Marley Station Mall Muggsy’s Family Fridays, noon. Glen Burnie. 410-760-8900
* Earth Treks Climbing Center Open Climb. 7125-C Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia. Saturdays, 2:30 to 6 p.m. Kids age 6 and up and adults. $5 per climb. 410-872-0060; 800-CLIMB-UP or www.earthtreksclimbing.com
* Family Game Night Bring games or use those supplied. Fridays, 7 to 9:45 p.m. All ages. Free. Ukazoo Books, Dulaney Valley Plaza, 730 Dulaney Valley Road, Towson. 410-832-BOOK
* Lakeshore Learning Store Craft activities for kids. Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 3 and up. Frng Store, 1620 E. Joppa Road, Towson. 410-296-5888 or www.lakeshorelearning.com
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