Adults, 90 minutes, registration required
This class is designed for English language learners. Improve your spoken English as we focus on listening and speaking skills with an emphasis on everyday pronunciation, intonation, and stress, as well as unique American rhythms.
Career Exploration for Google IT Support Specialist - Adult (Online)
This class is designed for English language learners who are interested in exploring the work of computer support specialists and learning about the skills, education and training needed to begin and advance in the IT field.
This is a drop-in class for adult English language learners. Practice English conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns 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.
Featuring an American Sign Language interpreter.
All ages. 30 min. Ticket required.
Are you ready for more WINTER? Maybe you are ready for an early SPRING? Learn about the famous weather forecaster Punxsutawney Phil, and find out how he makes his predictions.
Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required. Only 12 spots available.
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
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.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
JUST FOR ME
Ages 3-5; 30 min. Ticket required
Preschoolers go to class on their own. They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories. They may also learn about shapes and numbers, use scissors, draw and write, make guesses about what is going to happen, learn about the world, and be creative.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
ALL BY MYSELF
Ages 4-6; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers go to class on their own. They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories. They may also learn about shapes and numbers, use scissors, draw and write, make guesses about what is going to happen, learn about the world, and be creative.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Teen Time at HCLS East Columbia Branch is an initiative for neighborhood teens that enhances student academics in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment.
Thomas Viaduct MS in partnership with HCLS Elkridge Branch, invites students to "taste" a variety of book flavors. Judge a book by its cover, spin the prize wheel, and sample our new video game collection!
Have you, your child, or the whole family always wanted to learn Spanish? Well NOW is the perfect time!!!
14 + AV lab
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.
Celebrate National Hijab Day with the Muslim Women of Howard County and learn about this unique Muslim tradition.
3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
We meet on the first Wednesday of the month at The Periodic Table. We read and talk about a wide variety of genres, with a focus on books written from diverse points of view. Please reserve a copy for yourself via hclibrary.org.
Ages 3-5 with adult. 30 min. Registration required.
Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome at this supportive, judgment-free class that includes stories, music, and movement in a small group.
Take crafting to a whole new level with the Makerspace's laser cutter engraver.
English for Beginning English Language Learners - Adult (In-Person)
This class is designed for English language learners who are beginning learners who wish to to improve their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
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.
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The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation skills, and build confidence to think and speak English in a relaxed
English As A Second Language Levels 1, 2 & 3 - Adult (Online)
These classes are for adult English language learners from low beginning, high beginning and low intermediate levels. The classes meet twice a week on Mon.
Reading & Speaking for English Language Learners - Adult (Online)
This class is designed for English language learners. Practice your speaking skills in a supportive environment. Students read a short story each week and discuss it in class.
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7:45 - 8:45 pm