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.
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.
JUST FOR ME
Ages 3-6; 30 min.
All ages; 30 min.
Come experience the joys of music and movement.
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 will be available at the children's desk 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. 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.
Tickets required. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the beginning of class.
Ages 6-10 with adult. 60 min. Ticket required.
Pluck and strum your way to learning fun tunes on the ukulele! Use one of our provided instruments or bring your own. No experience needed.
All ages; 30 min.
Come experience the joys of music and movement.
JUST FOR ME
Ages 3-6; 30 min.
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 will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
FREE summer meals sponsored and served by HCPSS
Children must be present to receive free meals.
All summer meals must be consumed onsite
Ages 6-10; 45min.
Solve fun 3-D puzzle challenges and create your own designs with 3-D red and white pattern blocks.
Ages 6-9. 45 minutes. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Classic stories and fun problem-solving activities.
All ages/families; allow 15 minutes.
Drop in and make fun crafts!
It’s a fact that fried foods just taste awesome. Thanks to the air fryer, they can also be healthy-ish.
The Howard County Office of Consumer Protection introduces SCAMO, a fun and interactive way to learn about scams, consumer protection, and your rights. Built like Bingo, SCAMO uses games to teach instead of classroom presentations.
Ages 6-10 with adult. 60 min. Ticket required.
Pluck and strum your way to learning fun tunes on the ukulele! Use one of our provided instruments or bring your own. No experience needed.
B-I-N-G-O! Get sociable and win prizes. Compete and converse with other bingo fans.
Ages 11-18 | Registration required, walk-ins accepted while space allows.
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.
Ages 8-12. 30 minutes. Ticket required.
Si te gusta la serie Sobreviví, únete a nosotros para actividades divertidas que incluyen preguntas de comprensión de lectura, ejercicios y juegos en español. Edades 8-12.
This painting class will teach participants about portraiture and how to work in acrylic paint. Participants will learn techniques on enlarging using a grid, composition, lighting, under painting, brush selection, and more.
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.
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. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Looking for a way to start making money over the summer? Not sure where to start? You're in good hands.
Discuss LGBTQ-related books and make new friends in a queer- & trans-affirming group setting. All identities and all ages (18+) are welcome.
Who will be crowned the Thursday Trivia Champion?
Join us for an entertaining evening of trivia fun to wind down the summer work week. Individuals or groups – all are welcome.
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.