Discover the gross anatomy of the human body and learn about two body systems that allow us function. Body systems to be discussed include: Cardiovascular and Respiratory. Register once for all four days. Registration required. Grades 6-12.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in space? Join us to see what astronauts and a variety of other species traveling to (or born on) the International Space Station (ISS) need to do to adapt in this unique environment.

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.

Bring your problem-solving skills and prepare to compete in a variety of challenges that will take your understanding of robotics to the next level with LEGO Mindstorms programming. No previous knowledge required. Register once for all four days.

Enhance your math savvy to improve your SAT score! Relieve test anxiety by taking practice tests in a low-risk environment and gain full comprehension of what to expect on test day.

Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min.

Tales tunes and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day including boarding a real school bus. Cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS and Howard County Public School System.

Start off the week with a film and activity. Movie lengths vary. Ages 10-18. Ticket required.

Can you navigate as well as a sea turtle? After reading <i>Follow the Moon Home</i> by Philippe Cousteau discover the amazing scientific relationship between sea turtles the moon and the sea. Ages 6 & up with adult.

Need help accessing eBooks eAudiobooks or streaming content on your laptop phone or tablet? Drop in with your technology related questions.

Need help navigating Google Drive? Have an email related question or are you curious about new apps? Drop in with your everyday technology questions and our volunteers can assist you in finding the answers.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Tales tunes and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day including boarding a real school bus. Cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS and Howard County Public School System.

Are you taking Algebra 2 this fall? Review Algebra skills and get a preview. Graphing calculators recommended. Registrants must have already taken and passed Algebra 1 in school. Register once for all four days. Registration required.

Lights On Lights Off! Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes when you flip a light switch on the wall or press the ON button of a battery-powered fan in the summer?

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free lunch & non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive.

Learn about living organisms and the study of life. Participate in various activities and conduct experiments ranging from cells DNA proteins carbohydrates and lipids. Register once for all four days. Registration required. Grades 6-12.

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 iMovie and Logic Pro X. Register once for all four days.

Interested in learning how you become what you eat? Explore the digestive and urinary systems and learn about the biochemical processes that simultaneously alters that hamburger you ate into usable bio-energy and waste.

For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression listening comprehension and early reading skills. Ages 3-5; 30 min. Ticket required.

Ages 3-6; 30 min. For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression listening comprehension and early reading skills.

Explore and engage in various STEM concepts through self-guided stations. Ages 2-5 with adult; allow 30 minutes. Ticket required.

Weekly branch leadership meeting

Solve different types of mind-bending problems and puzzles that require logic and critical thinking then participate in a mini-math competition! Register once for all four days. Registration required. Grades 6-12.

Get hands-on experience in the ancient art of paper folding! Students will see how origami can be used to create structures like solar panels bridges and packing materials.

Learn how the digital single lens reflex camera is engineered to utilize part of the electromagnetic spectrum we call visible light. Obtain hands on experience using a DSLR camera and learn numerous picture-taking techniques.

Learn the basic fundamentals of HTML elements and User Interface (UI) design through Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Register once for all four days. Registration required. Grades 6-12.

Prerequisite: Must have attended all sessions of The Wonders of Chemical Reactions 1 in order to qualify for class. Explore chemistry in a fun and colorful environment!

Use the stars planets and galaxies as your artistic inspiration. Ages 9 & up.

You've already received your Hogwarts letter. You've gone to Ollivanders in Diagon Alley where they say the wand chooses the wizard. Have you ever wondered what would choose you?

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive snacks.

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive.

Include access to the sound booth and other HiTech equipment to record and mix music or create movies. Grades 6-12. Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register.

Learn about the elements as you arrange the periodic table; name compounds and balance equations; and discuss orbitals electron configuration and VSPER Theory. Register once for all four days. Registration required. Grades 6-12.

Explore physics in a new light! Discover various principles and laws of physics and test your knowledge through a variety of challenges and experiments. Register once for all four days. Registration required. Grades 6-12.

Experience virtual environments or play virtual reality games with Oculus Rift! Drop-in. Grades 6 - 12. Participants must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian in order to participate.

Prerequisite: Must have attended all sessions of The Wonders of Chemical Reactions 2 in order to qualify for class. Explore chemistry in a fun and colorful environment!

Free walk-in blood pressure screening and monitoring offered by Howard County General Hospital: A Member of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Bilingual stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas teddy bears and blankets welcome. Cuentos biling¸es y m˙sica antes de ir a dormir. Pijamas ositos de peluche y cobijas son bienvenidos. Families. Ticket required.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.

Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas teddy bears and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

Book discussion 1st Mondays; 7 - 8 pm.

Have a blast playing the ukulele to a universe of tunes. Use one of our ukuleles (supplies limited) or bring your own. Recommended for intermediate players. Ages 8 & up.

Discuss gardening questions. Mondays except holiday weekends; 7 - 8:30 pm. In partnership with Howard County Master Gardeners

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in English in a fun and casual setting.

Book discussion 1st Mondays; 7 - 8:30 pm. Jun 3: <i>If You Leave Me</i> by Crystal Hana Kim Jul 1: <i>Spinning Silver</i> by Naomi Novik Aug 5: <i>Hippie</i> by Paulo Coelho