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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
3, 2, Fun! (ages 2-3, with adult)
9:30am–10:00am
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
3, 2, Fun
Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. 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
20
2026
Tue
Play Partners (infant-23 months) TK
9:30am–10:00am
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein 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 "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
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department
10:00am–4:00pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central 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
20
2026
Tue
3, 2, Fun, Ages 2-3, with an adult
10:00am–10:30am
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
3, 2, Fun
Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
All Together Now (All ages)
10:30am–11:00am
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
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.
Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
3, 2, Fun! (ages 2-3, with adult)
10:30am–11:00am
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
3, 2, Fun
Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. 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
20
2026
Tue
Play Partners (infant-23 months) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein 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
20
2026
Tue
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
11:30am–12:00pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Midterm Study Space
12:00pm–6:00pm
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Studio B
Event Details:
Study space set aside for High School students studying for midterms.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Hatchlings: New Baby & Me (Newborn-6 months with adult) RG
12:00pm–12:45pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Infants birth - 6 months with adult; 45 minutes. Registration required, one per household.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Craft Works: Wellness Luminary Jars
12:30pm–1:30pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
CEN Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Let your creativity shine in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Join us every month to learn about different art media and explore new techniques.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Little Learners Bingo (ages 2-5 with adult)
2:00pm–2:30pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes. Identify beginning sounds, build vocabulary, identify colors and shapes while having fun playing BINGO! Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
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
20
2026
Tue
Teen Spot
3:00pm–5:00pm
Savage Branch
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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This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Teen Afterschool Programming
3:30pm–5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO 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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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
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 "Teens" group
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Movie Editing
4:00pm–5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio F
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Discover the world of post-production! Learn the skills of a film/video editor while acquiring an understanding of the technology involved with the profession. Edit video and audio using Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro. Taught by a HiTech instructor.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Children,
Teens,
Adults
Glenwood Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Midterm Relax Room with Dogs
4:00pm–5:00pm
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Need a stress-relief from studying for midterms? Therapy dog(s) from Pets on Wheels will be at the Glenwood Branch for friendly visits with customers. High school students take priority, but all are welcome as the limited space allows.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Animate with Procreate
4:00pm–5:30pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
HiTech Classes & Events,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Learn how to use Procreate in a new way - Animation! Learn tips and tricks to make your drawings come to life! Registration required. Grades 6-12. Taught by a HiTech instructor.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
ABC Spanish Club (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
5:00pm–5:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture & Language
Event Details:
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required. If your child has "learn Spanish" in their New Year's Resolution, this is the perfect class for them.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Knitting Looms (8-11 years) TK
5:30pm–6:30pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Ticket required. Follow directions and practice patience to craft with circular looms. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Craft Works: Wellness Luminary Jars
6:00pm–7:00pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
CEN Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Let your creativity shine in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Join us every month to learn about different art media and explore new techniques.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Beaded Bracelets
6:00pm–7:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
DIY Design Studio
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
Enjoy a relaxing evening of crafting and create unique jewelry pieces to keep or give as gifts.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Glenwood Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
6:15pm–7:45pm
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Studio B
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
Ages 11-18 & Adults; Drop-in, 90 min.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
PJ Time (all ages)
6:30pm–7:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group:
Children
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 "Everyone" group
Children,
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
6:30pm–7:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace,
Tech Skills or STEAM
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Teens,
Adults,
Everyone
Miller Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Chess Club
6:30pm–7:30pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Avalon Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Looking to sharpen your chess skills? Come drop in and challenge new opponents! All skill levels and ages are welcome. Note: Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Who's at the Zoo: Winter Edition (all ages)
6:30pm–7:15pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
All ages. 45 min. Ticket required. Learn about a different species each week. Develop an understanding of each animal's special cold weather adaptations through hands-on stations and exploration.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Adults,
Everyone
Miller Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Pruning – When, Why and How
6:30pm–7:30pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Patapsco Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature
Event Details:
Learn the how, when, and why of pruning ornamental trees and shrubs. The right techniques and tools at the right time of year can make a huge difference in your garden.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Road to Kindergarten 2026
Event Details:
Do you have a child who will be 5 years old by September 1, 2026? Please join us for an information session about Kindergarten in the Howard County Public School System. At this session you will learn:
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Pajama Time (families) TK
7:00pm–7:30pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
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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