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

10:15am - 10:45am
Children
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music
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Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

All Together Now (all ages) TK

10:15am - 10:45am
Children
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age Group: Children
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Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

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Play Partners (ages 0-23 months with adult) TK

10:15am - 10:45am
Children
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Art, Movies & Music
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Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

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Play Partners (ages infant-23 months with adult) TK

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Glenwood Branch
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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Art, Movies & Music
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Stories baby games and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

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Play Partners (ages infant-23 months)

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Savage Branch
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Age Group: Children
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Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Class

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture & Language, Community Events
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Improve your ability to communicate and interact in English in a fun and casual setting.

This event is in the "Children" group.

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

11:15am - 11:45am
Children
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music
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Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

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All Together Now (all ages) TK

11:15am - 11:45am
Children
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age Group: Children
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Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Play Partners (ages 0-23 months with adult) TK

11:30am - 12:00pm
Children
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Art, Movies & Music
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Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Math Lab

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens
Central Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
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Get extra help with math classes from a HiTech instructor through AP Calculus. Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register. Grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Prep (ages 3-5 RG)

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

Develop school readiness skills and gradually practice independence while enjoying music books and creative expression.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Instant Pot 101

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
East Columbia Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Required
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Have you heard the buzz about the instant pot and wondered if it is right for you? Come learn about pressure cookers and decide if this the right appliance for your kitchen. Presented by the University of Maryland Extension.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Speak(easy) Howard: Advance Care Planning for Individuals with Dementia

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Elkridge Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Community Events
Required
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This session guides individuals caregivers and family through the process of creating an Advance Care Plan for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer's. Learn about what factors to consider and the resources available to create a plan.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Roblox Coding

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
East Columbia Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Studio A (Classroom)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Create your own Roblox game! Make a 3D scene and customize your game with programming logic. Then share your game with your friends! Grades 6 - 12. Registration required. Register once for all four sessions; Oct 30 Nov 6 13 & 20.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Homework Club (ages 8-17)

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room
Age Group: Teens
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Work on your homework and participate in activities. Snack available. Ages 8-17. Mondays - Fridays; 3-4:30 pm (school days only)

Homework Club (middle school students)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
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Join us after school to work on your homework and participate in games and activities. Snacks available. For middle school students. Limited space. Permission slip required. Mondays - Thursdays; 3-5 pm (full school days only).

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Free Afternoon Snacks (up to age 18)

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: East Columbia Other Location
Age Group: Teens
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Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive. Sponsored by KidzTable.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Free Afternoon Snacks (up to age 18)

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Teens
Central Branch
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Age Group: Teens
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Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive snacks. Sponsored by KidzTable.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Babysitting 101 (ages 12 & up RG)

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Central Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career, Business & Finance
Required
Event Details:

Ages 12 & up. Learn the essentials of babysitting with a University of Maryland Cooperative Extension Instructor. Participants receive a certificate (must attend all three sessions). Register once for all sessions: Nov 12 13 14.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Audio Video (AV) Lab

4:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Savage Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage AV Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Digital Design Lab

4:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Central Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Graphic design and digital art guidance provided by a HiTech instructor as you work on your own digital art with access to the Adobe Creative Suite (including Photoshop Illustrator and Animate) and other software. Registration preferred.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Math Lab

4:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Savage Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage Studio (Classroom)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Get extra help with math classes from a HiTech instructor through AP Calculus. Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register. Grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Virtual Reality Lab

4:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens
East Columbia Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Hatch Classroom
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Experience virtual environments or play virtual reality games with Oculus Rift! Explore virtual reality with a HiTech instructor. Drop-in. Grades 6 - 12.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Community Conversations

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Savage Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events
Required
Event Details:

Share your ideas passions and perspectives on your community and help shape Howard County Library System's future.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Living Well - Chronic Disease Self-Management

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

This six-week workshop addresses the concerns of people who live with or are at risk of having a chronic condition such as heart disease diabetes cancer obesity depression chronic pain arthritis lung disease and any other health concerns.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Pajama Time (all ages with adult) TK

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Children
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Tales to Tell (families ages 5 & up) TK

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Everyone
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Events
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Families. Ages 5 & up. Ticket required. Listen to a variety of stories from folklore followed by a special activity. Wednesdays; 7 - 7:30 pm Oct 30 Somewhat Scary Stories Nov 13 Native American Stories

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY Hand Quilting for Beginners

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Elkridge Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Required
Event Details:

Learn how to create a hand-pieced sampler quilt (without a quilting machine) measuring around 36" x 46".

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Glow In The Dark Science (Ages 11-17) RG

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Miller Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Light up the night with some glow-in-the-dark science fun.†

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Riveting Reads

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
East Columbia Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
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Ages 13-18. Discuss captivating novels with other teens. Sep 11: <i>Symptoms of Being Human</i> by Jeff Garvin Oct 09: <i>The Hazel Wood</i> by Melissa Albert Nov 13: <i>Rebel Soul</i> by Axie Oh

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Art Escape: Mini Origami Gift Boxes

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Teens
Glenwood Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Art, Movies & Music
Required
Event Details:

Personalize your gift wrap this holiday season and learn how to create unique mini origami boxes. Materials provided. Ages 14+.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Keep It Short: Adult Short Fiction Read Aloud

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Central Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Age Group: Adults
Required
Event Details:

Michael Toner performs Maile Meloy's "Madame Lazarus " and Roy Ringel presents "This Water" by David Foster Wallace.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Club

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Savage Branch
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Book discussion 2nd Wednesdays; 7 - 8:30 pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Class

7:45pm - 8:45pm
Adults
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture & Language, Community Events
Event Details:

Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.