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.

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.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 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.

The International Grocery Store tour in March will highlight the cuisine of Japan. A volunteer tour guide will lead a group of 12 participants on a tour of H-Mart (3301 North Ridge Rd, Ellicott City) on Wednesday, March 22 from 3-4pm.

A  hang out for teens to connect, play games and create.

Ages 11 - 17. Drop In.

Drop in after school and show your creative side. Each week we will have a new art activity or a new medium. Try your hand at things such as crafting, watercolor, sketching, digital design and more. 

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.

Join us for an evening of fun crafts and conversation as well as music to stimulate those creative juices.   

March - Shamrock Bouquets

Ages 6-8. 45 min. Ticket required.

Exciting highlights from an area of nonfiction with an activity to follow.

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

This class is designed for English language learners who are beginning learners who wish to to improve their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.

Welcome science fiction & fantasy enthusiasts and other intrepid readers!

Welcome science fiction & fantasy enthusiasts and other intrepid readers!

Discuss a wide-array of SFF movies (2nd Wednesdays) and books (4th Wednesdays)

Love to read romance novels? Do you need an escape from reality? Join Romantic Reads Book Discussion!

Votes for Women! Celebrate the historical significance of buttons in the women's suffrage movement by making your very own button.

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

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.

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