Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.
Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Stories baby games and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Improve your ability to communicate and interact in English in a fun and casual setting. In partnership with Project Literacy.
Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.
Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
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.
Need help accessing eBooks eAudiobooks or streaming content on your laptop phone or tablet? Drop in with your questions relating to technology offered by the library for eBooks eAudiobooks and eMagazines.
Ages 8-17. Work on your homework and participate in activities. Snack available. Mondays - Fridays; 3-4:30 pm (on full school days only).
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).
Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive. Sponsored by KidzTable.
Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive snacks. Sponsored by KidzTable.
Learn the essentials of babysitting with a University of Maryland Cooperative Extension Instructor. Participants receive a certificate (must attend all three sessions: Dec 9 10 11).
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.
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.
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.
Experience virtual environments or play virtual reality games with Oculus Rift! Explore virtual reality with a HiTech instructor. Drop-in. Grades 6 - 12.
Share your ideas passions and perspectives on your community and help shape Howard County Library System's future.
"I have been...and always shall be...your friend." Star Trek is back so let's watch the best (even numbered) movies at the library! Light refreshments provided. Live Long and Prosper.
Sensory Friendly Stories & Fun (ages 3-5 with adult) RG
Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome to this supportive judgment-free class that includes stories music and movement in a small group. Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Read rehearse and perform a reader's theater script. Build literacy fluency and confidence while making reading fun. Performance takes place the last fifteen minutes of class. Ages 7-10. Registration required.
Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas teddy bears and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.
Bring your camera! Enjoy stories and activities then pose for a picture with Santa.
Learn about famous artists and explore their different artistic styles then create a miniature masterpiece. Ages 9-12. Registration required.
Ages 13-18. Discuss captivating novels with other teens. Dec 11: <i>The Poet X</i> by Elizabeth Acevedo Jan 8: <i>The Young Elites</i> by Marie Lu Feb 12: <i>Going Bovine</i> by Libba Bray
Cookies (Select a book by any chef) Borrow a cookbook and prepare a few recipes at home. Discuss the chef their recipes food markets and gadgets. Refreshments.
Book discussion 2nd Wednesdays; 7-8:30 pm. Dec 11: <i>The Woman in the Window</i> by A.J Finn Jan 8: <i>Nine Perfect Strangers</i> by Liane Moriarty Feb 12: <i>Boar Island</i> by Nevada Barr
Do you want to start a podcast but not sure where to start?
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.