Families, all ages. Allow 15-20 minutes. Drop-in and self-directed.
Search the Central Children's Department for scavenger hunt clues and win a sticker!
Families, all ages. Allow 15-20 minutes. Drop-in and self-directed.
Search the Central Children's Department for scavenger hunt clues and win a sticker!
Find 10 QR codes hidden throughout the Elkridge branch! Each code leads to a series of 3 – 5 puzzle journeys celebrating LGBTQ+ history. Every code group completed qualifies for a Summer Reading Monthly Raffle Ticket.
At Howard County Library System, we invite your input and ideas to shape our next Strategic Plan that will guide our future, including new facilities.
Allow 20 min.
Play with our toys, read a board book, enjoy music, and visit with others.
This is an in-person class 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 u
This is a class for English language learners.
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.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
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. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
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Ages 18 months-3 years with adult; 30 min.
Develop early learning skills through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Ticket required.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
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.
Tickets required. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the beginning of class.
Ages 18 mos - 3 years with adult; 20 - 30 minutes.
Stories, songs and play time.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Did you know that working a puzzle may lead to reduced stress and/or improved mood? Join us from 10:30-12:00 at the East Columbia Branch for some puzzling fun!
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
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.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
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. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
We will be discussing Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ages 6-10; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
Teen Time at HCLS East Columbia Branch is an initiative for neighborhood teens that enhances student academics in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment.
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.
Meet up with fellow anime and manga fans to practice drawing your favorite characters (or create your own!), recommend the manga you're reading and the anime you're watching and check out our collection/make suggestions for it.
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Studying for high school finals? Stop by during your study break to enjoy our relaxing space and take a brain break. Hydration Station, wellness themed craft, puzzles, coloring, and jokes available. Drop-in.
Join us for friendly games of Mah Jongg with players of all levels of experience. We have both American and Asian sets available!
2nd & 4th Tuesdays @ 6:30 pm
June 13 and 27
July 11 and 25
This is an in-person class for beginning 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.
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.
Ages 6-9 with an adult; 30 mins.
Learn about the works of famous artists and create your own unique interpretation of their art.
Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
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.
Ticket required.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Read and discuss a wide array of fiction and nonfiction titles.
2nd Tuesdays, 7-8 pm
Join for a discussion of the following title:
Join other film lovers to discuss contemporary films, following the Columbia Film Society screenings.
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 is a class for English language learners. Improve your English reading skills, vocabulary and grammar by using a wide range of civics-related subject matter including government, community, emergency services, and naturalization process.