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.

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 invit

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.

Ages 2-5 with adult. 30 minutes. Ticket required.

Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. 

Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket Required.

Explore spring science themes through children's literature and hands-on activities.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

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.

Curious about A.I.? Want to know more about Chat GPT?This lecture will introduce some of the basic ideas around artificial intelligence. We’ll talk about how A.I.

Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. 

Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. 

Ages 4-10; 30-45 min. Registration Required.

Celebrate National Unicorn Day with stories, activities, and crafts! Snap a pic with our unicorn character. Costumes welcome!

What does it take to create print and digital advertisements? Use Adobe Photoshop tools needed to create a digital compositions. Learn to use layers, layer effects, and filters. Register once for all five sessions.

All ages.  30 min.  Ticket required.

Grab your wallet and go shopping with Max and Ruby.  Count your money, spend your money, and make change.  Will you be able to save some money?  Join the fun and find out!

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.

*SPECIAL FOR APRIL 8th* Meet us on the outdoor patio at 2:30pm to receive a free pair of Solar Eclipse viewing glasses while supplies last.

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

Ages 11-17. Drop-in.

Grades 2nd-5th; 30 min. Ticket Required.

It's big kid story time! We'll read sophisticated picture books perfect for upper elementary students.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes - 1 hour. Registration required.

Ages 11-18  | Drop in*, but you may register for a reminder.  *Supplies are limited, first come first served.

Grades 6-8. Registration required.

All ages.  30 min.  Ticket required.

Grab your wallet and go shopping with Max and Ruby.  Count your money, spend your money, and make change.  Will you be able to save some money?  Join the fun and find out!

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

This class an in-person class designed for intermediate English language learners who wish to improve their English reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.  The class meets in HCLS Central Branch.

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.

Join us for a casual D&D game, open to all experience levels, beginners welcome! Missed the first meeting? No problem--this D&D club is designed for flexibility! Ages 12+.

Read and discuss books with diverse viewpoints that tackle tough issues, such as finding and establishing identity. 

Find the answers to gardening questions by talking with a University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener. Drop in; no registration required. 

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).

Join us for a discussion of books that explore humans, and their conditions.

April 8th we will discuss A Children's Bible; A Novel by Lydia Milley.

These classes are for adult English language learners from beginning to low intermediate levels. The classes meet twice a week on Mon.