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This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/adult) TK
9:30am–10:00am
Central Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Free ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
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Children
Glenwood Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Cancelled
CANCELLED: All Together Now, Ages Everyone, TK
9:30am–10:00am
Glenwood Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
All Together Now
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Play Partners (infant - 23 months with adult) ticketed
9:30am–10:00am
Miller Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Play Partners
Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Baby's Play Date (infant-23 months)
9:30am–10:30am
Savage Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Abacus Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Early Learning
Event Details:
Allow 20 min. Play with our toys, read a board book, and visit with others.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Pins and Needles
10:00am–12:00pm
Miller Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Looking for dedicated time to work on projects? Bring stitching you'd like to finish, connect with others, and share ideas and tips. Drop in anytime between 10 am and 12 pm. Adults, ages 18+.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/adult) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Central Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Free ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department
10:30am–4:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Play Partners (infant - 23 months with adult) ticketed
10:30am–11:00am
Miller Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Play Partners
Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Just For Me (3-6 years independently) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Savage Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
JUST FOR ME Ages 3-6 independently; 30 min. Limited Attendance. Ticket (name tag) required.
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Cancelled
Adults
Glenwood Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Cancelled
Artist Open Workshop w/ J. Scott
11:00am–1:30pm
Glenwood Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Studio A
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Culture & Language,
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
This class is an open workshop for artist's to work on a 2D art project of their choosing. The mediums supported in this workshop are:
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Adults
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
German Conversation Club (In-Person)
12:00pm–1:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio A (Teen Classroom)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Culture & Language
Event Details:
Improve your German in a fun and relaxed setting! Join us for casual conversation and language practice—open to all levels. Meeting Times:
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Classroom Ready (Ages 3-5, RG)
2:00pm–2:30pm
Central Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Central Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Ages 3-5 years; 30 mins. RG, Registration required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Sewing Machine Basics 2
2:00pm–3:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
DIY Design Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
Take Sewing Machine Basics to the next level. Get practice with sewing not only straight seams but curved seams, and different techniques for finishing seams. We provide the machine, tools, and materials.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
What's On Your Shelf? Fiction and Nonfiction Book Chat
2:00pm–3:00pm
Miller Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Avalon Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Author & Literary Events,
Book Clubs,
Community Events
Event Details:
Share fiction and/or nonfiction titles that are on your bookshelf and we will share titles from our shelves. If you don't have a title to share, find inspiration in what others recommend and start building your reading list.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Teen Takeover (ages 11-18)
3:00pm–5:00pm
Central Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Teen Area (CEN)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Ages 11-18. Drop-in. Take over the teen area after school. Enjoy a free snack, hang out, do homework, play games, and more!
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Cancelled
Teens
Glenwood Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Cancelled
CANCELLED: Teen Space (ages 11-17)
3:00pm–4:30pm
Glenwood Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Studio B
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and crafts!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Teen Spot
3:00pm–5:00pm
Savage Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Studio Classroom
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Relax after school at Teen Spot - a space for middle and high school students to unwind with a variety of arts and crafts, activities, video games and board games. Meet other teens while having a free snack and hanging out at the library.
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Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Teen Afterschool Programming
3:30pm–5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E
Event Details:
Join us after school at the Teen Center for snack, followed by hands-on activities, creative projects, games, and chill space designed just for teens.
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Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Elem'Up
3:45pm–5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Makerspace (Was Homework Room)
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Afterschool activities for ages 9-11; including arts and crafts, makerspace activities, book clubs and homework support
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Character Design
4:00pm–5:30pm
Miller Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Tech Lab (MIL)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
HiTech Classes & Events,
Art, Movies & Music,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Learn about the process behind designing your own characters and using illustration software. Create the look of your character, its costumes, and props, and give it a unique personality! Registration required. Grades 6-12.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
German Conversation Club (Online)
4:00pm–5:00pm
Online Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Adult Online Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Culture & Language
Event Details:
Practice Your German in a Friendly, Relaxed Setting! Looking to boost your German conversation skills? Join us for a fun and informal language practice session!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
English Conversation Club
5:00pm–6:00pm
Savage Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Carl Sagan Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Culture & Language
Event Details:
The English Conversation Club (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation skills, and build confidence to think and speak English in a relaxed
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
DEAR: Dogs Educating and Assisting Readers (Ages 5-10, TK)
5:30pm–6:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Hockley Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture & Language
Event Details:
Ticket and book required. Bring a book or borrow one of ours. Read to Fidos for Freedom's therapy dogs in a relaxing and encouraging environment while increasing oral reading skills and self-confidence.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
SAT Practice Test Scoreback Session
6:00pm–7:00pm
Central Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Collage Conference Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
College & Trade Schools
Event Details:
Those who attended the practice digital SAT last Saturday are welcome to attend this scoreback session to receive their scores, learn tips and tricks from C2 Education, and ask questions. Parents/guardians welcome!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Central Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
HCPSS Understanding the Seal of Biliteracy
6:00pm–7:30pm
Central Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Career, Business & Finance,
College & Trade Schools
Event Details:
Learn more about the Seal of Biliteracy and how it enhances college applications, how to prepare for it and the steps to obtain it. Open to grades 8 -12 students and families
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Cancelled
Teens,
Adults
Glenwood Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Cancelled
Light it Up with the Laser - Rescheduled for 11/20
6:00pm–8:00pm
Glenwood Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Studio B
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ready to light up your ideas? Dive into real-world STEM fun in the Glenwood Branch + Makerspace as you design and build your own edge-lit acrylic sign.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Miller Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
World Languages Cafe
6:00pm–7:45pm
Miller Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Culture & Language,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch will host a monthly World Languages Café, beginning in September on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 6 - 7:45 pm.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Who Would Win? (grades 2-5) registered
6:00pm–7:00pm
Miller Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature
Event Details:
Grades 2-5. 60 min. Two week series. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Teen Artlab: Stop and Sketch the Roses (An Oil Pastel Workshop)
6:00pm–7:00pm
Savage Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Studio Classroom
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
DIY & Makerspace,
Health & Wellness,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Welcome to Teen Artlab, a monthly art club and creativity space where you can try new projects and chill with other teen artists in a low key setting with quiet music and relaxing vibes.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Warning Graphic Content (Online)
6:00pm–7:00pm
Online Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Adult Online Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels. 2nd Thursdays 6 - 7 pm. November 13 Coyotes by Sean Lewis
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Pajama Time (All Ages) TK
6:30pm–7:00pm
Central Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Central Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
All ages with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Thursday Next Book Club
6:30pm–7:45pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Grist Mill Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
We will be discussing The Briar Club by Kate Quinn
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Children,
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Nov
13
2025
Thu
Pajama Time (all ages with adult) TK
6:30pm–7:00pm
Elkridge Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
Program Type:
Early Learning
Pajama Time
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
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