Walking is a great way to get some activity into your routine.  Lets get up and walk together. Come and walk around East Columbia Library. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. If inclement weather, walking will take place i...

This is a class for adult English language learners.  Practice conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.  If you're new to this class, you'll receive an email invitati...

This is an in-person class designed for adult English language learners. Improve your reading level and English language knowledge with evidence-based strategies that build your reading skills. Instruction focuses on reading speed, word patterns, voc...

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Explore simple concepts inspired by children's literature. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. ...

Ages 2-5 with adult. 30 minutes. Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. Tales, tunes, and tons of fun! ...

Ages 0-5 with adult. 30 minutes. Ticket required. Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas en español. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. ...

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Explore simple concepts inspired by children's literature. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. ...

Ages 2-5 with adult. 30 minutes. Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. Tales, tunes, and tons of fun! ...

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.  Tickets required. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the beginning of class. ...

Following a brief overview of his knitting career and experiences as a designer and world traveler, Sam Barsky introduces participants to a variety of knitting techniques his uses to create his charming sweater designs. Experienced knitters receive i...

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. For registration information, please contact Carmen Jessop 410-313-7717 ca...

Ages 11-18 | Walk in, no registration needed, space is limited.   TEEN CONNECT; After-school Brain Break is an inclusive, welcoming teen space for hanging out, meeting new people & having fun!  Each session will include vid...

Adults. 45-60 minutes. Registration required, one per household.  Get ready for baby! Hatchlings: Baby on the Way is an interactive early literacy class for expectant parents. Learn more about supporting your little one’s development even bef...

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

This is an in-person class for English language learners. It focuses on essential English grammar and on the basics of writing for work and personal communication. The class meets every Monday night at the Central Branch. You'll receive an email...

DEAR: DOGS EDUCATING AND ASSISTING READERS  Ages 5-10; allow 20 min. Parent/guardian must sign permission slip or have one on file prior to participating. Bring a book or borrow one of ours. Read to Fidos for Freedom's therapy dogs in...

  Join us for a discussion of fiction or non-fiction titles that embrace universal themes. Nov 13 The absolutely true diary of a part-time Indian by Sherman Alexie Please register with an email address to receive an immediate ...

This talk explores westward expansion and its impact upon Native communities. Even though the phrase ‘manifest destiny’ was not used in print until 1845, the spirit of American expansionism that it referred to was very apparent long before the 184...

Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Learn the Korean alphabet, culture, food, and basic Korean expression...

Create a wax clay figure while leaning about the history of Madame Tussaud's wax art. How did the French Revolution transform her anatomies for medical study into horror shows of death masks and body casts of the guillotines' famous victims? ...

These classes are for adult English language learners from beginning to low intermediate levels. The classes meet twice a week on Mon. & Wed., 7-9pm.  If you're new to this program, you will receive an email invitation to attend an orientati...