This is an in-person, drop-in class for adult English language learners. Practice English conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.
This is a class for English language learners.
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.
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
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.
Ticket required.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
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.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
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.
Ticket required. Tickets will be issued 15 minutes prior to class starting.
Terrific Tuesdays (Ages 18 mos - 3 years with Adult) TK
Ages 18 mos - 3 years with adult; 20 - 30 minutes.
Stories, songs and play time.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Rescheduled from 1/16/24. From NASA: "With Artemis missions, NASA will land the first woman and first person of color on the Moon, using innovative technologies to explore more of the lunar surface than ever before.
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
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.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
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.
Hatchlings: New Baby and Me (Newborn-6 months with adult) RG
Infants birth-6 months with adult. 45 minutes. Registration required, one per household.
ALL BY MYSELF
Ages 4-6; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers go to class on their own. They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories. They may also learn about shapes and numbers, use scissors, draw and write, make guesses about what is going to happen, learn about the world, and be creative.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Tickets required. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the beginning of class.
ALL BY MYSELF
Ages 4-6; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers go to class on their own. They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories. They may also learn about shapes and numbers, use scissors, draw and write, make guesses about what is going to happen, learn about the world, and be creative.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
LITTLE LEARNERS
Ages 3-5 years with adult; 45 mins. Ticket required.
Children learn through play and exploring the world around them. Stories and activities help with skills like getting along, talking and reading, moving and doing, math, science, and being creative.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Our fourth Tuesday of the month movie matinee at 2 pm continues this winter!
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
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.
A hang out for teens to connect, play games and create.
Interact with the fascinating elements in the periodic table! Learn about the structure of the periodic table and how you can infer element characteristics based on periodic trends. Taught by a HiTech instructor.
Do you struggle with math homework or tests? Do you want to improve your math skills and confidence? If you answered yes, then this is the perfect class for you!
Get your game on at the library! Play Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, or a mix of all three!
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.
Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes - 1 hour. Registration required.
Ages 8-12; 30 min. Ticket required.
Join us for an informal Spanish conversation and homework assistance time. We will practice basic phrases and vocabulary.
Ages: 11 - 18. Meet up with fellow fans and discuss your favorite series/games. We will be watching anime together, having game demos, making art/crafts, and exploring some Japanese language/cultural tie-ins. Drop-ins encouraged and welcomed!
Ages 6-10. 45 min. Ticketed.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Tickets available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Do you have a child who will be 5 years old by September 1, 2024?
Please join us for an information session about Kindergarten in the Howard County Public School System.
At this session you will learn:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Join us for friendly games of Mah Jongg with players of all levels of experience. We have both American and Asian sets available!
2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings:
January 9 and 23
February 13 and 27
English For Beginning English Language Learners - Adult (In-Person)
This is an in-person class for beginning adult English language learners. It meets weekly in HCLS Central Branch. You will receive an email invitation to attend an orientation.
Concerned about today’s divisive politics?
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.
Ticket required.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Si crees que comer sano es muy costoso, entonces esta presentación es para ti. Aprende como estirar tus dólares para llenar tu cocina de comidas nutritivas y deliciosas para ti y tu familia, todo sin salirte de tu presupuesto.
Learn the skills of an audio engineer in music production in the digital realm. Gain hands-on experience with DAWs and microphone setups, and dive into the music editing software of Logic Pro X to produce your own creations.
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
Join us for a pickin' good time with some not too terribly difficult ukulele play along renditions of popular songs!
Bring your own ukulele or borrow one from the library.
In collaboration with the Columbia Association, the World Language Cafe is now expanded to Howard County Library System East Columbia Branch Library.
Reading & Vocabulary For Intermediate to advanced English Language Learners - Adult (Online)
This class is designed for adult English language learners. Improve your English language knowledge with evidence-based strategies that build your reading skills.