English for Civic Awareness- Adult (Online)

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Online Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture & Language
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class is designed for adult English language learners. Improve your English reading skills, vocabulary and grammar by using a wide range of civics-related subject matter including US education, healthcare, histor

Pins and Needle Arts

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Central Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and sew, in an open forum for creating, conversing, sharing, and learning. Space is limited, so please register in advance to attend in person.

Speaking & Listening - Adult (Online)

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Online Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture & Language
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class is designed for adult English language learners. Practice speaking skills in a supportive environment. Students read one short story each week and discuss it in class.

All Together Now (all ages) TK

10:15am–10:45am
Children, Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type:

All Together Now

All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. 

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. 
 

 

Just For Us (3-6 years with adult) TK

10:15am–10:45am
Children
Savage Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type:
Event Details:

JUST FOR US

Ages 3-6 with adult; 30 min.

Develop school readiness skills through stories, songs, and activities.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

 

Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK

10:15am–10:45am
Children
East Columbia Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group: Children
Program Type:
Event Details:

Play Partners

Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. 

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Play Partners [infant-23 months with adult] TK

10:15am–10:45am
Children
Miller Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type:
Event Details:

Play Partners

Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. 

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

All Together Now (all ages) TK

11:15am–11:45am
Children, Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type:

All Together Now

All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. 

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. 
 

 

Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK

11:15am–11:45am
Children
East Columbia Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group: Children
Program Type:
Event Details:

Play Partners

Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. 

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Play Partners [infant-23 months with adult] TK

11:30am–12:00pm
Children
Miller Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type:
Event Details:

Play Partners

Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. 

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

Noontime Books (Online)

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Online Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an online discussion of the following titles:

German Conversation Club (Online)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Online Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Adult Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

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

On the third Thursday in November only due to holidays

History Day Drop-in Sessions (In Person)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Miller Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Tech Lab (MIL)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Events, History & Genealogy,
Event Details:

Drop-in for help with your History Day project at the HCLS Miller Branch and speak with an HCLS Research Specialist to get assistance developing a topic, finding appropriate resources, or reviewing your finished project. 

A/V Lab (In-Person)

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Savage Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: AV Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Drop-in to use the equipment in the A/V Studio! Record and mix music or create and edit movies with the help of a HiTech instructor.

No registration required. Grades 6-12.  

Family Field Trip to Your Library! (Families) TK

5:00pm–5:30pm
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

Families. 30 minutes. Ticket Required.

Children's Area Scavenger Hunt

Family Time Live! (Online)

6:30pm–7:00pm
Everyone
Online Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Do Not Book
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type:
Registration Required

FAMILY TIME LIVE!

Ages 0-5, families.  20-30 min.  Interactive language and literacy-based activities to engage the whole family. 

 

Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation with a link to join the class/event. This email will also contain the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.

Play Partners (infant-23 months) TK

6:30pm–7:00pm
Children
Savage Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type:
Event Details:

Play Partners

Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. 

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Plant Based Nutrition: Everything You Want to Know and More!

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults, Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

More and more people are interested in plant-based foods and diet.  Learn about plant-based nutrition, the benefits of a plant-based diet, and how to shop and plan meals using plant-based foods. Presented by University of Maryland E

Native American Heritage Month Book Discussion: The Night Watchman

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Central Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
Event Details:

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Howard County Office of Human Rights & Equity and Howard County Library System are partnering to host a book discussion group on the 2021 Pulitzer Prize winning novel The Night Watchman&

Hand Lettering and Illustrated Typeface

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Elkridge Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class will teach the processes involved in hand lettering. Participants will learn tips and skills to create their own illustrated type face and signage. Hand lettering is often seen in vintage posters, cards, and commercial applications.

Family Field Trip to Your Library! (Families) TK

7:00pm–7:30pm
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

Families. 30 minutes. Ticket Required.

Children's Area Scavenger Hunt

Pajama Time (all ages) TK

7:00pm–7:30pm
Children, Everyone
Central Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type:
Event Details:

Pajama Time

All ages with adult; 30 min.  Ticket required.

A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets.   

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

 

HCLS Trivia Thursday! (Online)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Online Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Registration Required
Event Details:

Play trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 18+. Please email HCLS.trivia@hclibrary.org for the trivia details or if you have questions.

Literature and Laughs (ages 7-10) TK

7:00pm–8:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Ages 7-10, 60 minutes. 

Reading and laughing and creating together...If you are in grades 2-4 and enjoy doing these things, bring your grown-up and join us!

NonFiction Addiction (Online)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Online Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Book Clubs
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

 

Explore the genre of nonfiction and join our discussions on third Thursdays!
 

Nov 18th: "Book Of Delights" by Ross Gay

Career Exploration for Real Estate Agents - Adult (Online)

7:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
Online Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture & Language
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class is designed for English language learners who are interested in working as real estate agents in Maryland.  The participants will improve their English language skills and learn about the work settings, res

ESL Levels 4, 5 & 6 - Adult (Online)

7:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
Online Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is a class for adult English language learners.