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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/adult)
9:30am–10:00am
Central Branch
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Play Partners (infant - 23 months, with adult)
9:30am–10:00am
Miller Branch
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
Cancelled
Children
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Cancelled
Baby's Play Date (infant-23 months)
9:30am–10:30am
Savage Branch
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Move to Learn: Fitness Fun! (Ages 1-4 w/Adult) RG
10:00am–10:45am
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Hockley Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Ages 1-4 years with adult. Registration and signed release form required.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
All Together Now, Ages Everyone
10:00am–10:30am
Glenwood Branch
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Pins and Needles
10:00am–12:00pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace
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
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/adult)
10:30am–11:00am
Central Branch
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 "Teens" group
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
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department
10:30am–4:00pm
East Columbia Branch
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
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Play Partners (infant - 23 months, with adult)
10:30am–11:00am
Miller Branch
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
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Frosty the Snowman (families) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Frosty the Snowman Families; 30 min. Bring your camera! Enjoy stories and activities, then pose for a picture with Frosty. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Cancelled
Children
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Cancelled
Just For Me (3-6 years, independently) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Savage Branch
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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Adults
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
German Conversation Club (In-Person)
12:00pm–1:00pm
East Columbia Branch
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
What's On Your Shelf? Fiction and Nonfiction Book Chat
2:00pm–3:00pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott 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
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Teen Takeover (ages 11-18)
3:00pm–5:00pm
Central Branch
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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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Teen Space (ages 11-17)
3:00pm–4:30pm
Glenwood Branch
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 "Children" group
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Elem'Up
3:45pm–5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
German Conversation Club (Online)
4:00pm–5:00pm
Online Branch
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
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles: Their Operational Challenges & Prospects
5:00pm–6:00pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
CEN Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Join Engineer Pravin Sankhwar for a focused dive into Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs), and their fundamental principles, system architecture, and real-world applications.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
DEAR: Dogs Educating and Assisting Readers (Ages 5-10, TK)
5:30pm–6:30pm
Elkridge Branch
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
The Gathering: ERCC Salon Series
6:00pm–7:30pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
The Gathering, a new monthly salon series hosted at the Equity Resource Center & Collection, is inspired by the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance and 1860's Paris.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Mindful Origami
6:00pm–7:00pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Avalon Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Slow down and fold with intention in this relaxing origami workshop for adults. Learn simple paper-folding techniques while exploring mindfulness through the art of origami.
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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
Jan
8
2026
Thu
World Languages Cafe
6:00pm–7:45pm
Miller Branch
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 on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 7 - 8:45 pm.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Beyond Words Junior (Ages 6-11, with adult) Registration Required
6:00pm–7:00pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
Ages 6-11 with adult; 60 min. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Advanced Anime Association
6:00pm–7:30pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
DaVinci Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Community Events
Event Details:
Because anime & manga aren’t just for kids… join us at the Advanced Anime Association. A safe space to geek out about anime, manga, and all things related with like-minded people who are of a similar advanced age.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Warning Graphic Content (Online)
6:00pm–7:00pm
Online Branch
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. January 8 Lone Wolf and Cub by Kazuo Koike
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Pajama Time (All Ages) TK
6:30pm–7:00pm
Central Branch
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
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Tool Thursday: Jig Saws and Circular Saws
6:30pm–7:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
DIY Design Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
Discover the wide variety of power tools at the DIY Education Center. Learn about jig saws and table saws, and when each one is appropriate to use for your projects.
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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
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Pajama Time (all ages with adult) TK
6:30pm–7:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Math Lab (grades 3-5)
6:30pm–7:15pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Grades 3-5. 45 min. Ticket required. Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills and strategies as we explore different math topics. Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins.
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