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.

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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.

Limited Attendance. Ticket required.

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

Dr. Erin Baxter from the Denver Museum of Nature & Science discusses the fascinating and often inspiring ways human cultures past and present celebrate their dead.

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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.

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. Healthy snacks provided while supplies last.

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. 

Ages 11-18 | Walk in, no registration needed, space is limited.  Register if you would like a reminder.

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 will discuss The Girl who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill.

Families; allow 30 minutes. Drop in.

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

Reading Human Rights is a monthly book discussion hosted by the Howard County Office of Human Rights & Equity and Howard County Library System. We read books that promote cultural awareness, diversity, equity.

Ages 7 and up 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.

Discover the basics of the ancient and challenging game of Mah Jongg. It is a game of skill, strategy, calculation and involves a degree of chance.

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.

Every family has a story to tell.  Learn how to research your family history using Ancestry, Heritage Quest, and My Heritage databases and other resources.

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

Learn tips and tricks to cite sources accurately in MLA. Learn to summarize, evaluate, and reflect while researching and editing. 

#National History Day

Certified Nutrition Specialist Courtney Carpenter will share her knowledge about herbal and homeopathic products that can be used in place of common over the counter products for young and multi-generational families.

Design and 3D-print your very own bookmark!  Learn the basics of using Tinkercad to design and customize a bookmark, then learn how to take your design and print it using our Makerbot Method X 3D printer. 

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.

Catch a sneak peek of Hammond High School's fall play, Twelfth Night, and have a short q and a at the end with the actors. Open to all ages and families, also this is a fun opportunity for children and teens interested in theater!