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

This virtual class is designed for adult English language learners who are interested in working as IT Support Specialist.  Participants learn about the work setting, responsibilities, potential earnings, and a pathway to advance in the IT field.&

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

This virtual 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.

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

Limited Attendance. Ticket required.

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

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

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

In this class participants will learn the techniques, tools, and best practices for carving a low relief in plaster. Topics to be covered will include safety, composition, and how to create dimension.

JUST FOR ME

Ages 3-6; 30 min.

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

Limited Attendance. Ticket required.

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

National History Day and other history students get hands on help from Elkridge Landing MS teachers and HCLS librarians.

After school supervised safe space for middle and high school students. Socialize with peers, work on homework, or enjoy optional games, crafts, and other activities.

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

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

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

Meet via Zoom every second and fourth Thursday of the month. 

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.

Join us for Glenwood's Teen Book Club to read and discuss alongside fellow teen bookworms! This month we are reading The Alchemyst by Michael Scott. Copies are available for checkout at Glenwood Customer Service desk.

Families; allow 30 minutes. Drop in.

Explore and engage in various STEM activities through self-guided stations.

Ages 5-7.  45 min.  Ticket required.

Build your brain as you build with LEGO^® bricks. Come and join us for some fun and creative challenges.

Join us to discuss teen and young adult Mental Health topics! A representative from the Howard County Health Department will be sharing information on mental health services you and your loved ones can access.

ENCORE CINEMA at Howard County Library System East Columbia Branch & 50+ Center presents "see-again" worthy DVD movies on a large screen!  Doors open at 6:15pm

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 is an in-person class that meets in

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

If twisty mysteries with powerful characters and historical flair are your jam - then find your next read in this exciting conversation with two trail-blazing writers. 

La Loteria Mexicana is a popular game in Mexico. It's a bingo game that uses pictures instead of numbers. In 1887, Don Clemente Jacques created the pictures that became popular symbols of the culture.

Join us for a lively discussion of all things murderous, mysterious and mischievous. Sometimes it's fiction, sometimes non-fiction, but always interesting!

Discuss LGBTQ-related books and make new friends in a queer- & trans-affirming group setting. All identities and all ages (18+) are welcome.

Inflammation is the first response of the immune system to any injury to cells.  In fact we need inflammation to protect us from excessive tissue damage.  Certified Nutrition Specialist Courtney Carpenter will discuss what happens after

Selecting a History Day topic is a process of gradually narrowing down the area of history in which you are interested and focusing on a manageable subject. Explore topics, view sample projects, and learn methods to develop research questions.

Howard County Library System and the Howard County Historical Society invite you to hear author Lauren Silberman share her tales of the Wild Women of Maryland!

This class is designed for adult English language learners. Improve your reading level and English language knowledge with evidence-based strategies that build your reading skills.