Learn how to use Blender, an open-source, 3D design program. Create virtual spaces that, when rendered properly, give the illusion of photographic representation.

Have fun learning about the difference between aeronautics and aerodynamics. Learn basic engineering principles applied to both in a fun way.   See how they apply to everyday life and make your invention take flight.

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.

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.

Learn a new fun way to code and create awesome graphics.

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?

Come explore the virtual world of Minecraft!  Compete in a series of individual and team-based challenges.  Suitable for beginners as well as more seasoned players. 

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Get hands-on experience in the ancient art of paper folding! Students will see how origami can be used to create structures like solar panels, bridges, and packing materials.

Bubble Fun!

Families, ages 2 & up; allow 20 min.

Drop in and play with bubbles! Dress for mess and the outdoors, weather permitting.

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.

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.

For children entering Kindergarten this fall, 30-45 minutes, registration required.

Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day. Cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS.

Learn about the process behind designing your own characters and using illustration software.  Create the look of your character, its costumes and props, and give it a unique personality!  

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Join this course and become a young scientist.

Discover the basics of Java, a class-based, object-oriented language used to design applications. Learn data and expressions, using classes and objects, conditionals, and loops.

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

Learn the skills of an audio engineer in music production in the digital realm.

The brain is a powerful yet mysterious organ that is waiting to tell you its secrets.

Get hands-on experience in the ancient art of paper folding! Students will see how origami can be used to create structures like solar panels, bridges, and packing materials.

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!

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.

Learn to draw or sketch on a tablet using the latest technologies just like the professionals. 

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Register once for all five sessions, Mon-Fri.

Registration required. Grades 6-12.

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.

From photos to movie posters, what does it take to create print advertisements for Hollywood movies?

Focus on the Adobe Photoshop tools needed to create a movie poster.

Learn to use layers, layer effects, and filters.

This course will cover an overview of the topics in zoology, including cell biology, taxonomy, major vertebrate groups, physiology, genetics, evolution, and ecology.

Taught by a HiTech Instructor.

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 and engage in various STEM concepts through self-guided stations.

For children entering Kindergarten this fall, 30-45 minutes, registration required.

Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day. Cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS.

Ages 11-18. 60 min.

Families/all ages. 117 minutes. Ticketed, tickets available 15 minutes prior to class.

Join us on an interactive journey through the syntax and functionality of Python 3, learning loops and lists, objects and classes, conditionals, types, variables and more. Please, plan to attend all 4 classes. Debora

Students will learn the basics of 3D modeling by using the program, Tinker Cad.  Practice navigating the software by experimenting with different shapes and scenes. 

Genetics will introduce students to the basics of Mendelian Genetics. Topics, such as inheritance patterns, genetic diversity, and genetic diseases will be explored using laws derived from Gregor Mendel’s experiments.

Have you ever looked at a digital illustration and wondered “How did they do that?”  Learn tips, tricks, and the steps to creating your own illustration in the iPad app, Procreate.

Practice proper laboratory techniques such as safety while learning some new techniques! Extract DNA from a strawberry, spin products down to see if they separate, and learn how to identify hazardous chemicals. 

Dive into the world of special effects, through the view of a Makeup Artist.  Students will learn the history and science behind the film industry’s own movie magic.  Learn about the chemicals that are found in the cosmetics used to crea

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

Taught by a HiTech Instructor.

Ages 5-7; 30 min.

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

Designed for ages 9-12; 45 minutes. Registration required.

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

Learn the basics of composting. Composting reduces pressure on our landfills and recycles organic waste material into helpful soil supplements for gardens, container plants, and lawns.

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.

Moving Up To Middle School is a 90-minute class for students starting sixth grade this fall.

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.
 

Ages 9-12; 60 minutes. Registration required.

Calling all LEGO™ bricks fans! Receive your challenges for the day and work individually or in groups to create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks.

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