This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pins and Needle Arts

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Central Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:

Join other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and sew, in an open forum for creating, conversing, sharing, and learning. This is a hybrid event, so if you would like to attend remotely via Zoom, contact pinsneedlearts@hclibrary.org.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Just For Me (3-6 years) TK

10:15am - 10:45am
Children
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:
Event Details:

JUST FOR ME

Ages 3-6; 30 min.

For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills.

Limited Attendance. Ticket required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
East Columbia Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: , Tech Skills or STEAM

3, 2, FUN

Ages 2-3 years 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.

Event Details:

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

Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Play Partners (ages 0-23 months) TK

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Glenwood Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Pindell Room
Age Group: Children

PLAY PARTNERS

Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Newborns 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.

Event Details:

Tickets required. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the beginning of class.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Classroom Ready (ages 3-5, RG)

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Children
Central Branch
Closed
Required
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:
Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 years; 30 mins.  RG, Registration required. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft Works: Woven Yarn Bowls

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Central Branch
Closed
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
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. This month’s featured project is: Woven Yarn Bowls

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Sewing Machines for Teens: Basics

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Closed
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Required
Event Details:

Have you always wanted to learn to sew? Or love to upcycle and want to take it to the next level? In this class you will learn the basics of using a sewing machine. Then we will put your new skills to use with a practice project.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Space

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
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: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Event Details:

After school supervised safe space for middle and high school students. Socialize with peers, work on homework, or enjoy optional games, crafts, and other activities.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

The Meetup

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
East Columbia Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

A  hang out for teens to connect, play games and create.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Pop-Up Clinic

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Miller Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Tech Lab (MIL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
  • Did you get a new device for the holidays and need help setting it up and/or learning to how use it?
  • Have you ever wanted to use HCLS e-content like streaming music, movies, TV shows, or audio books, reading e-books, newspapers, a

Paragraph Pals: Wallace and Grace Take the Case (ages 6-9) RG

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Elkridge Branch
Closed
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Program Type: Book Clubs, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Required
Event Details:

For children transitioning from early readers to chapter books. After reading the title, join us for fun activities that include reading comprehension exercises and games.

This event is in the "Children" group.

STEM Fun: Exploration Stations (Families) TK

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children
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
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Families; allow 30 minutes. Ticket required.

Explore and engage in various STEM activities through self-guided stations.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hand Sewing Plush Toys w/ J. Scott

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Elkridge Branch
Closed
Required
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: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, DIY & Makerspace
Required
Event Details:

In this class participants will have the opportunity to design and create a plush toy(soft sculpture) using recycled fabrics.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Pajama Time (all ages) TK

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Children, Everyone
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, Everyone
Program Type:

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.

Event Details:

Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stress Free STEAM for Adults - Art Under the Microscope

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Miller Branch
Closed
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Feeling stressed?  Relieve some of that tension and join us for Stress Free STEAM for Adults. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Advanced Anime Association

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Adults
Savage Branch
Closed
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: DaVinci Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Required
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.