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Baby's Play Date (infant-23 months)

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Savage Branch
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Abacus Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
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Ages infant-23 months. Allow 20 min. Play with toys and new friends read a board book and enjoy music developing cognitive motor and social skills.

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HCLS Project Literacy Post Test

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Central Branch
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

HCLS Project Literacy Post Test

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

10:15am - 10:45am
Children
Central Branch
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

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

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Just for Me (ages 3-5) RG

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Glenwood Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age Group: Children
Required
Event Details:

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

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Time for Us (ages 18-36 months) TK

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Glenwood Branch
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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age Group: Children
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Stories songs and activities. Ages 18-36 months with adult. Ticket required.

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Brain Fitness

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Miller Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Event Details:

Fun and interactive activities that challenge thinking and help you stay mentally active.

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eReader Tuesdays

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Other Location
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Need a quick refresher on downloading HCLS eBooks to your device? Drop in with your eReader or just your questions.

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

11:30am - 12:00pm
Children
Central Branch
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Age Group: Children
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Stories baby games and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.

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Meet the Author: Pat Moore (ages 3-5 with adult TK)

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Children
Central Branch
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Art, Movies & Music
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Author and illustrator Pat Moore takes you through the seasons with her book <i>Fall Rain</i>. Make a seasonal craft. Books available for purchase and signing. Ages 3-5. Ticket required.

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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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Ages 8-17. Work on your homework and participate in activities. Snack available. Mondays - Fridays; 3-4:30 pm (on full school days only).

Homework Club (middle school students)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Event Details:

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

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Meet the Author: Pat Moore (ages 3-5 with adult TK)

3:30pm - 4:00pm
Children
Central Branch
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Art, Movies & Music
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Author and illustrator Pat Moore takes you through the seasons with her book <i>Fall Rain</i>. Make a seasonal craft. Books available for purchase and signing. Ages 3-5. Ticket required.

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Free Afternoon Snacks (up to age 18)

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
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.

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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.

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Math 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:

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.

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Programming Lab

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

Get extra help with Computer Science classes from a HiTech instructor learn a new programming language or work on a fun project like coding your own Roblox game! Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register.

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Science Lab

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

Struggling with science? Bring your problems in and we can help. Work on self-study science projects for school or perform science experiments ranging from biology to chemistry with guidance from a HiTech instructor.

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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Create an easy art project with your grown-up. Play with toys & blocks. Ages infant - 36 months with adult. Allow 20 min. Ticket required.

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Civil and Family Law Self-Help Center

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: East Columbia Other Location
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events
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Howard County Library System partners with the Howard County Circuit Court to meet the needs of self-represented litigants in Howard County. Attorneys provide free legal assistance for income-eligible walk-in clients.

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Cybersecurity Essentials

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
East Columbia Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Studio A (Classroom)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Earn a Cisco Networking Academy certificate upon completion of this course. Great for your resume!

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Winter Friends: Frosty (families)

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Everyone, Children
Savage Branch
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Age Group: Everyone, Children
Event Details:

Bring your camera! Enjoy stories and activities then pose for a picture with Frosty.

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Family Puzzle Hour (all ages)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Everyone, Children
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age Group: Everyone, Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
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All ages. Allow 30 min. Exercise your brain. Assemble jigsaw puzzles to build visual-perceptual skills encourage problem-solving skills and develop hand-eye coordination.

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Photography Odyssey

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
East Columbia Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age Group: Adults
Required
Event Details:

Photographer Jan Exler discusses his award-winning photos. Jan picked up a camera for the first time in 2012 to document his Wounded Warrior son's recovery.

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Spies Lies and Alibis

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
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Book discussion 1st Tuesdays; 7-8 pm. Dec 3: <i>The Day of the Jackal</i> by Frederick Forsyth Jan 7: <i>The Eye of the Needle</i> by Ken Follett Feb 4: <i>Casino Royale</i> by Ian Fleming

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Knot Just Knitters

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

Ages 11-18 & adults. Work on your stitching knitting or crocheting projects while chatting and sharing ideas. Find inspiration as you trade tips tricks and techniques with other crafting enthusiasts. All crafters welcome.

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Python (18+)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Savage Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage Studio (Classroom)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of programming in Python from a HiTech instructor! 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!