This is an in-person class for English language learners.

This class is designed for adult English language learners. Improve your English reading skills, vocabulary and grammar by using a wide range of civics-related subject matter including US education, healthcare, history and governmen

Bring the projects you'd like to finish! All stitchers welcome.

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.

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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.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
 

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

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

Ages Infant-23 months with adult; 45 min. 

Songs, bounces, and rhymes for babies. Open play time with fun toys included.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
 

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting.

Please watch the german movie "The Silent Revolution: Das Schweigende Klassenzimmer" on Kanopy.com before we meet on May 11. 

Ages 3-5, 30 minutes.

Registration encouraged, drop-ins welcome! 

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

Teen Time at HCLS East Columbia Branch is an initiative for neighborhood teens that enhances student academics in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment.

Hang out with friends, play games or get help with with assignments.

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting.

Please watch the german movie "The Silent Revolution: Das Schweigende Klassenzimmer" on Kanopy.com before we meet on May 11. 

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. Grades 6-12.

3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.

3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. Registration required.

For children transitioning from early readers to chapter books. After reading the title, join us for fun activities that include reading comprehension exercises and games.

This is a class for English Language Learners.  Practice conversational skills and discuss topics like small talk, common interests, life, work, and current events in a safe and supportive environment. The class meets weekly in the Central Br

This is an in-person class for beginning level adult English language learners. It meets weekly in HCLS Central Branch. If you're new to this program, you'll receive an email invitation to take a placement test to determine your level.

Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Get started or continue the short, narrative, basics of finance to enter to win a $5,000 529 college savings gift card!

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. 

Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels. 2nd Thursdays 7 - 8 pm.

In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch will host a monthly World Languages Café, beginning in September on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 7 - 8:45 pm.

These classes are designed for adult English language learners who are in high intermediate and advanced levels. Classes meet twice a week on Tue. & Thur., 7-9PM.

This class is designed for English language learners who are interested in taking the U.S.