Learn how to design the playing area of a pinball machine.

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between you and a microorganism? Were you ever curious about the difference between cellular respiration and photosynthesis?

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between you and a microorganism? Were you ever curious about the difference between cellular respiration and photosynthesis?

Learn the structure and design of artificial intelligence. Explore the concepts needed to program a human to robot interactive conversation and investigate recent technological advances like the Amazon Echo.

Bring your problem-solving skills and prepare to compete in a variety of challenges that will take your understanding of robotics to the next level with LEGO Mindstorms programming. No previous knowledge required.

Learn the skills of an audio engineer in music production in the digital realm. Gain hands-on experience with DAWs and microphone setups, and dive into the music editing software of Logic Pro X to produce your own creations. 

Learn the basics of programming in Python! 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

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Discover how to create illustrations through Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator while learning the similarities and differences between the two applications.

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

This is a class for adult English language learners.  Practice conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.  If you're new to this class, you'll receive an email invit

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.

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

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.

OCEAN FRIENDS & FUN!

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 - 45 min. Ticket Required.

Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. 

Tickets required. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the beginning of class.

Work side by side with the gardener and help our Enchanted Garden grow. Learn the joys of gardening and help us with basic garden tasks.  Dress for outdoor activity.

Engineer an arcade game for the Carnival using a variety of methods and techniques. Students will learn the basics of collaborative game design.

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Register once for all four sessions, Mon-Fri.

Create a stellar Science game or experience for the HiTech Carnival!  No experience necessary. 

Engineer a drone show for the HiTech Carnival!  Program a squadron of drones using block coding to perform a coordinated flight presentation at the Carnival!  With colored kite tails attached and synchronized music, we are going to wow t

Learn the different types of human tissues, use a microscope to view slides, and determine the function and location of each tissue type.

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Register once for all five sessions, Mon-Fri.

If it's not a boat, plane, or car, then what is it? It's a hovercraft! Learn the secrets behind how these floating vehicles defy gravity while you collaborate with a small team of students tasked with building a life-sized hovercraft.

Bring your problem-solving skills and prepare to compete in a variety of challenges that will take your understanding of robotics to the next level with LEGO Mindstorms programming. No previous knowledge required.

Apply the skills of an Audio Engineer in music production in the digital realm.  Produce your own creations in the HiTech sound booth and music studio.

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Learn how the creation of art is influenced by science and do experiments in chemistry, fluid dynamics, and color theory to make amazing works of art!

Explore chemistry in a fun and colorful environment! Conduct experiments that range from the physical and chemical properties of matter, to Thermodynamics and Thermochemistry, and even Acid-Base Chemistry

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

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.

The Howard County Public School System is pleased to announce its participation in the 2022 Summer Food Service Program. Summer meals will be provided to all children ages 18 years and under without charge.

Engineer a Skee Ball Game for the carnival!  Build this classic carnival game from scratch and compete against others. Highest score wins! 

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Register once for all five sessions, Mon-Fri.

Create the coolest Chemistry experience for the HiTech Carnival!  No experience necessary.  The HiTech Carnival happens at the East Columbia Branch on Saturday, August 6th.

Engineer a classic carnival strong man game. Bring your best ideas to create a strong man test machine. Learn how strong you are, how machines measure strength, and how to make things.

Explore the science behind cooking and food preservation in this HiTech class!

Lights On, Lights Off! Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes when you flip a light switch on the wall or press the ON button of a battery-powered fan in the summer?

Everyone on board - it’s your one-stop trip to higher level math! In this course, we’ll review one-variable statistics and linear equations, inequalities, and systems.

The brain is a powerful yet mysterious organ that is waiting to tell you its secrets. Come explore how this machine controls your senses, memories, and sleep.

Learn how the digital single lens reflex camera is engineered to utilize part of the electromagnetic spectrum we call visible light. Obtain hands on experience using a DSLR camera and learn numerous picture-taking techniques.

JUST FOR ME

Ages 3-6; 30 min.

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

Ticket required.

Ages 2-5 with adult; all 30 minutes. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class begins.

Explore sensory stations with different activities that stimulate and encourage children to explore and investigate.

Join a group of robotics team members from FTC team #20123 Cryptic to learn the fundamentals of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) using the cloud-based software Onshape!

Cryptocurrency is the hot new financial trend, but much is not understood about this buzzy, volatile digital payment system that does not rely on banks to verify transactions.

Love historical fiction? So do we! Join our discussion to step into the past and connect with characters living in times different than our own.

July 18th: The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

Families/all ages. Allow 15-20 minutes. Ticketed, tickets available 15 minutes prior to class.

Enjoy fun activities for the whole family.

Join Claire and Ronan, two young podcast hosts and producers, in this class to learn about the world of podcasting.

Discover the gross anatomy of the human body and learn about three body systems that allow us function. Body systems to be discussed include: Integumentary, Skeletal, and Muscular. 

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Create the best Biology Game or experiment for the HiTech Carnival!  No experience necessary.  The HiTech Carnival happens at the East Columbia Branch on Saturday, August 6th.

Engineer a classic carnival strong man game. Bring your best ideas to create a strong man test machine. Learn how strong you are, how machines measure strength, and how to make things.

Learn the basic skills in Adobe InDesign, students will learn the how to navigate InDesign's workspace and the tools that allow us to add images and text, create for print and the web, and more.

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Everyone on board - it’s your one-stop trip to higher level math! In this course, we’ll review one-variable statistics and linear equations, inequalities, and systems.

Have you ever wanted to restore a photograph or make your own digital art?  Get an introduction to Photoshop and learn how to start new projects, use layers, and explore the many tools used to make your projects happen! 

Deflategate and the ideal gas law? Bend it like Beckham? What is a knuckle ball? Learn about the physics behind your favorite sports with hands on experiments.

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Compete in the ultimate racing challenge! Working in teams, learn how mechanical systems operate by using a 1:10 scale electric radio-controlled car that can be set up in 4 million ways.

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Ages 11-18. Registration required.

Explore the different ecosystems in Maryland through art!

Ages 5-7; 30 min.

For emerging readers. After reading the title, join us for fun activities that include reading comprehension exercises and games.

Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes - 1 hour. Registration required.

Learn to code and create a short animation in Scratch for the summer reading theme: Oceans of Possibilities.

Families; 30 minutes.

Bilingual stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas, teddy bears, and blankets welcome.

Cuentos bilingües y música antes de ir a dormir. Pijamas, ositos de peluche y cobijas son bienvenidos. 

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

This is a class for English language learners. It focuses on essential English grammar and on the basics of writing for work and personal communication. This is an in-person class that meets in the Tapestry Room in HCLS Central Branch.

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

Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles. 

Find the answers to gardening questions by talking with a University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener. Drop in; no registration required. 

This is a class for adult English language learners.  Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for English language learners in low beginning to low intermediate levels.  The