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 working as Ophthalmic Technicians in an ophthalmologist’s office.  The participants will learn about the work setting, responsibilities, potential earni

This is an in-person, 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.

Ages 2-5, with adult. 30 min. Ticket required. 

Tonya Aikens, President & CEO of Howard County Library System shares background and details about the new Lakefront Library planned for Downtown Columbia. Learn more about the plan and submit questions to be answered. 

Molten Color: Glass in the Getty Collection

Ticket required. Tickets 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.

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

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.

Kindergarten- 2nd grade; 45-60 min. Registration required.

Ages 6+; 45-60 min.  Ticketed required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Play Bingo featuring superheroes and win a book!

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

May - Framed Paper Flowers

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 an in-person class designed for intermediate level English language learners who wish to improve their English reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.  The class meets in HCLS Central Branch.

Read and discuss a wide array of mystery novels. 

2nd Wednesdays, 7-8pm, HYBRID. Register here for the Zoom link, or join us at the Savage Branch!

November 9th: At Bertram's Hotel by Agatha Christie

Read and discuss a wide array of mystery novels. 

2nd Wednesdays, 7-8pm. 

September 14th: The Lost Man by Jane Harper

October 12th: A Divided Loyalty by Charles Todd

Detoxification has a variety of meanings.  Products and diets are promoted to cleanse common and uncommon toxins, but what is really necessary and when is the best time to use them?  Nutrition Specialist Courtney Carpenter shares a range

Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners. Registration required. Ages 18+.

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