Winter Fun
At Your Local LibraryCome chill at the Pratt! Enjoy wintry events for all ages like crafting, live music, movie screenings, and more.
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Peer Navigators and Social Worker in the Library schedules and/or locations at the Central Library may have changed during the House of Melo installation. Please see the service pages for up-to-date schedules.
Renovations & Improvements
The Forest Park, Hamilton, and Washington Village branches are closed for facility improvements.
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House of Melo
Now ExtendedThe Enoch Pratt Free Library is proud to present House of Melo: Where Tomorrows Are Promised, a landmark cultural exhibit honoring Baltimore native Carmelo Anthony. Experience the exhibit and get your limited-edition library card before the House closes on January 16.
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Young Children
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Young Children
Ages 0—5 Spark imagination with books, programs, and games.
Teens
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Teens
Ages 12—18 Learn how to write poetry, game with friends, and find books.
Adults
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Adults
At the Pratt Find career assistance, fitness classes, and research resources.
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Upcoming Programs & Events
Postponed: Sewing Machine Orientation
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10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Postponed: Sewing Machine Orientation Govans Program Details Program Details
Postponed: Sewing Machine Orientation Govans Program Details Program Details
Rambling Readers
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10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Rambling Readers Central Library Program Details Program Details
Rambling Readers Central Library Program Details Program Details
Singing in the Stacks
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10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Singing in the Stacks Reisterstown Road Program Details Program Details
Singing in the Stacks Reisterstown Road Program Details Program Details
Staying Safe Online
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10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Staying Safe Online Southeast Anchor Program Details Program Details
Staying Safe Online Southeast Anchor Program Details Program Details
Newest Episode —
November 2025
From the Archives: Reverend Alvin Hathaway On Social Justice
In this archived episode of the Free to Bmore Podcast from 2020, we welcome Rev. Hathaway from the Union Baptist Church to explore the history of social justice in Baltimore, and where we can go from here.
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Civic Engagement
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Civic Engagement
Your voice matters! Learn about contacting your representatives and researching policy with this guide to civic engagement.
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Pratt Digital Library
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Pratt Digital Library
Use your Pratt Library card to borrow eBooks, eMagazines, Audiobooks, movies, and more, right on your computer, phone, or other compatible device.
Computer & Internet Devices
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Computer & Internet Devices
With a Pratt Library card, you can borrow a Chromebook and mobile hotspot with WiFi to get online from the comfort of your home or on the go.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The Enoch Pratt Free Library stands with our community and is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Social Worker in the Library
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Social Worker in the Library
Social Worker in the Library provides free, one-on-one advising and referrals from a social worker, no appointment necessary.