Discover how to create illustrations through Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator while learning the similarities and differences between the two applications. Register once for all five sessions Mon-Fri. Registration required. Grades 6-12.

Design and build a champion mousetrap car! Explore physics and engineering concepts such as torque energy and inertia to maximize speed and distance - all the way to the finish line! Register once for all five sessions Mon-Fri.

The brain is a powerful yet mysterious organ that is waiting to tell you its secrets.

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.

Do you find product advertisements vague and confusing? Don't get mad - put the products to the test utilizing the scientific method. Hone your science and research skills while comparing product claims.

Songs stories and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

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.

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.

Songs stories and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

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

Learn how to use Blender an open-source 3D design program. Create virtual spaces that when rendered properly give the illusion of photographic representation.

Are you passionate about the environment? Analyze the effects of human industrialization on the local environment and ecosystem by analyzing air water and soil for various natural and artificial pollutants.

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

Prerequisite: Recommend taking Wonders of Chemical Reactions 1 ñ 3 Periodic Build or familiar with General Chemistry concepts. Study the structure and properties reactions of organic compounds and organic 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 basics of programming in Python! Create games interactive programs and anything else you want. Absolutely no experience required -- you'll learn how to program a basic game in the first class!

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.

Create different structures with various types of blocks that stimulate and encourage children to explore and investigate. Ages 2-5 with adult; allow 30 minutes. Ticket required.

Weekly branch leadership meeting

Are you taking Algebra 1 this fall? Review Pre-Algebra skills and get a preview. Get a head start on the PARCC assessment that you will take at the end of the course. Graphing calculators recommended. Register once for all five sessions Mon-Fri.

Analyze and deconstruct computers to find out what is really behind the pretty screen. Explore the inner workings of a computer. Register once for all five sessions Mon-Fri. Registration required. Grades 9-12 only.

Explore engineering in a new light! Discover various principles and fundamentals of engineering and test your knowledge through a variety of challenges and experiments. Register once for all five sessions Mon-Fri. Registration required.

Discover the basics of Java a class-based object-oriented language used to design applications. Learn data and expressions using classes and objects conditionals and loops. Create programming projects each day based on the topics covered.

Ready to take your Photoshop skills to the next level? Create fire lightning and fireworks from scratch. Use filters blending modes and actions to integrate your creations into existing background images and enhance your final products.

Feeling crabby? Come explore the amazing scientific concepts that make the Chesapeake Bay unique.

Book discussion 3rd Mondays; 2 - 3 pm.

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

Use your STEM skills to assist our egg astronauts in landing safely on the moon! Engineer a device capable of surviving impact. Contact with eggs may occur. Ages 9-12.

Read an inspiring book followed by a short group discussion and a related craft. Supports and encourages creative and critical thinking skills.

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.

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.

Meet new classmates discuss the big move and learn the secrets to success. Compete in a book bag relay and a combination lock time-trial! Starting sixth grade in the fall.

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

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

Master Gardeners discuss and demonstrate composting on a drop-in basis. Free bins provided to Howard County residents. In partnership with Howard County Master Gardeners.

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