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

Celebrate the music of well-known children's musicians as you dance play and sing. Ages 2-5 with adult. Ticket required.

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting. NR/ Drop-In.

Registration Required. Register for one workshop only. Must be 18+ to participate. We want to see life in Howard County through your eyes. Where do you find joy? Where do you see challenges?

This class focuses on letter knowledge letter sounds shapes and sequence of a story. Then participate in a hands-on STEAM activity. Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required.

Listen to and discuss picture book nominees for Maryland's children's choice award in preparation for spring voting. Includes a craft or activity. Grades K-3. Eight-month series.

Discussions and activities related to Newbery Medal and Newbery Honor winners. Grades 4-8. Eight-month series. Copies of monthly titles available for borrowing by registered participants at the Central Children's Research Desk.

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

Grades K-2. (Kindergarten-age children must be accompanied by adult). Registration required for each class. Explore the magic of math with related stories activities and games while learning some early elementary mathematical concepts.

Ages 11-17. Recommend books music and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with HCLS instructors on projects you create. Refreshments.

Drop by the Voter Registration and Census Information Table to learn more about the 2020 Census and to register to vote in the 2020 election. A partnership between Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc and Howard County Library System.

Play with toys and new friends read a board book and enjoy music while developing cognitive motor and social skills. Ages infant-23 months. Allow 20 minutes.

Despite notable victories made toward equality LGBTQ individuals couples and families often find themselves faced with a significant number of variables and complexities when planning for the future.

NEW RELEASE CINEMA at Howard County Library System East Columbia Branch & 50+ Center shows critically acclaimed new release movies on a large screen "will be hoppin" with JOJO RABBIT (6 Oscar nominations) on March 12 at 6:30 PM.

Dive into our picture book collection with fun read-aloud stories for young readers. Ages 5-7; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas teddy bears and blankets welcome.

A book club for mothers and daughters to share the joy of reading. Discuss the book then create a craft. Ages 7-10. <i>If you would like a reminder for this class please provide an email address.</i>

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Registration required. Hummingbirds are nature's smallest bird and to many the most fascinating. Learn about the migration nests and preferences of the Ruby Throated hummingbird.

March Topic: What can you build with just newspaper glue and string? Jump into the exciting world of STEAM: science technology engineering art and math. Explore enriching content while experimenting with various creative processes.

Discover some amazing animals with instructors from The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore's ZOOmobile through interactive activities and live animal presentations. Contact with an animal may occur. Ages 6 & up. Ticket required.