Day Calendar

Ages infant-23 months. Allow 20 min. Play with toys and new friends read a board book and enjoy music developing cognitive motor and social skills.

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a crime scene investigation? Now you can by learning the techniques forensic scientists use to crack a case. Registration required. Grades 6-12.

Learn the basics of programming in Python from a HiTech instructor! Absolutely no experience required -- you'll learn how to program a basic game! Grades 6-12. Registration Required.

Stories baby games and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Read silly stories and make a silly sticker craft. Ages 2-5 with adult. Ticket required.

Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Celebrate the music of well-known children's musicians as you dance play and sing. Ages 2-5 with adult. Ticket required.

For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression listening comprehension and early reading skills. Ages 3-5; 30 min.

Stories songs and activities. Ages 18-36 months with adult. Ticket required.

Fun and interactive activities that challenge thinking and help you stay mentally active.

Need a quick refresher on downloading HCLS eBooks to your device? Drop in with your eReader or just your questions.

Stories baby games and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.

Read silly stories and make a silly sticker craft. Ages 2-5 with adult. Ticket required.

Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Get hands-on experience in the ancient art of paper folding! See how origami can be used to create structures like solar panels bridges and packing materials.

Learn how to use Tinkercad an open-source 3D design program. Create virtual spaces that when rendered properly give the illusion of photographic representation.

Learn about the signs risk factors and lifestyle habits related to heart health and cardio-vascular disease including manageable and realistic lifestyle changes that can lead to a healthy life.

Explore early math concepts inspired by children's literature and everyday activities. Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required.

Enhance your math savvy to improve your SAT score! Relieve test anxiety by taking a practice test in a low-risk environment and gain full comprehension of what to expect on test day.

Learn about the programs and services that make your public spaces safer and healthier: pool and well testing food inspections at stores and restaurants soil testing noise testing and rabies control. All are welcome.

Ages 4-6. For children who are ready for an independent class as they prepare to start school. This class introduces early learning skills such as listening pre-reading math movement and music. Ticket required.

Explore engineering in a new light! Discover various principles and fundamentals of engineering and test your knowledge through a variety of challenges and experiments. Registration required. Grades 6-12.

From photos to movie posters what does it take to create print advertisements for Hollywood movies? Focus on the Adobe Photoshop tools needed to create a movie poster. Learn to use layers layer effects and filters. Registration required.

Ages 8-17. Work on your homework and participate in activities. Snack available. Mondays - Fridays; 3-4 pm (on full school days only).

Explore early math concepts inspired by children's literature and everyday activities. Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required.

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive. Sponsored by KidzTable.

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive snacks. Sponsored by KidzTable.

Ages 11-17. Come out and compete against your friends in our monthly eSporting competition. There can be only one champion. Bring your skills and your game face! Ticket required.

Come experience virtual reality and augmented reality environments with Google Expedition! Must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian in order to participate. Registration required. Grades 6-12.

Includes access to the sound booth and other HiTech equipment to record and mix music or create movies. Grades 6-12. Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register.

Get extra help with Computer Science classes or learn a new programming language like python while you work on a simple coding project. New and experienced coders welcome! Registration preferred.

Discover the gross anatomy of the human body and learn about two body systems that allow us function. Body systems to be discussed include: Cardiovascular and Respiratory. Register once for all four sessions; Feb 4 11 18 & 25.

Howard County Library System partners with the Howard County Circuit Court to meet the needs of self-represented litigants in Howard County. Attorneys provide free legal assistance for income-eligible walk-in clients.

Ages 11-17. Recommend books music and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with HCLS instructors on projects you create. Service hours and refreshments available.

Join other film lovers to discuss contemporary films following Columbia Film Society showings. Film title: Roma

All ages. Allow 30 min. Exercise your brain. Assemble jigsaw puzzles to build visual-perceptual skills encourage problem-solving skills and develop hand-eye coordination.

Ages 11-18 & adults. Work on your stitching knitting or crocheting projects while chatting and sharing ideas. Find inspiration as you trade tips tricks and techniques with other crafting enthusiasts. All crafters welcome.

Book discussion 1st Tuesdays; 7-8 pm. Dec 3: <i>The Day of the Jackal</i> by Frederick Forsyth Jan 7: <i>The Eye of the Needle</i> by Ken Follett Feb 4: <i>Casino Royale</i> by Ian Fleming

Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas teddy bears and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 min.

Go beyond the basics of Python programming with this instructor-led HiTech course! Learn to to use string and list methods objects classes exception handling and more. Write a real-world programming project using python.