This is an in-person, drop-in class for adult English language learners. Practice English conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.
This is a class for English language learners.
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
PLAY PARTNERS
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.
PLAY PARTNERS
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. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ticket required. Tickets will be issued 15 minutes prior to class starting.
Terrific Tuesdays (Ages 18 mos - 3 years with Adult) TK
Ages 18 mos - 3 years with adult; 20 - 30 minutes.
Stories, songs and play time.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Craft Pop-Up Shop: AAPI Heritage Month Edition [ages 4 & up]
Ages 4 and up. Allow 15 minutes. Drop in. Ho. Co. Schools are closed.
Pop-in and make a craft inspired by Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
PLAY PARTNERS
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.
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Join us to discuss Tom Lake by Ann Patchett
Attend Teen Live! at Savage for a teen takeover of the branch and enjoy these free activities and more:
Enjoy an exciting demo by the Hammond High School step team, and learn some skills with the them after in a laid back intro lesson. Registration and waiver required to participate in lesson.
ALL BY MYSELF
Ages 4-6; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers go to class on their own. They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories. They may also learn about shapes and numbers, use scissors, draw and write, make guesses about what is going to happen, learn about the world, and be creative.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Tickets required. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the beginning of class.
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Ages 8-10. TK, ticketed. Free tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Build your own 2-dimensional picture in this Pixel Art challenge.
Ages 6-9. 45 minutes. FREE tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Ages 4 and up. Allow 15 minutes. Drop in. Ho. Co. Schools are closed.
Pop-in and make a craft inspired by Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Enjoy an exciting demo by the Reservoir High School football team, and learn some skills with the them after in a laid back intro lesson. This event will be held outside. Registration and waiver required to participate in lesson.
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Do you struggle with math homework or tests? Do you want to improve your math skills and confidence? If you answered yes, then this is the perfect class for you!
Challenge your friends - and make new ones - to a round of Mario Kart or Smash Bros. Settle which of your favorite NBA players is truly the GOAT in NBA2k-24. Or check out some of our other great titles for Nintendo Switch and PS5!
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.
5-8 years ; 60 min. Ticket Required.
Join us for fun, hands-on activities that will help you learn the foundation of computer science coding without the use of technology.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Spanish Conversation and Vocabulary (Bilingual) (Ages 8-12) TK
Ages 8-12; 30 min. Ticket required.
Join us for an informal Spanish conversation and homework assistance time. We will practice basic phrases and vocabulary.
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Join us for friendly games of Mah Jongg with players of all levels of experience. We have both American and Asian sets available!
2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings:
May 14 and 28
June 11 and 25
July 9 and 23
Imagine, design, and create. Teen specific beginner class for 3D printing.
English For Beginning English Language Learners - Adult (In-Person)
This is an in-person class for beginning adult English language learners. It meets weekly in HCLS Central Branch. You will receive an email invitation to attend an orientation.
PAJAMA TIME
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.
Read and discuss a wide array of fiction and nonfiction titles.
2nd Tuesdays, 7-8 pm
Join for a discussion of the following title:
Discover the best ways to attract birds to your yard from gorgeous bluebirds to stunning Waxwings. Filling feeders and keeping them clean can be a lot of work.
Join other film lovers to discuss contemporary films, following the Columbia Film Society screenings.
Have you always wanted to learn to sew? Or would you like to give sewing a try without purchasing a machine? Or maybe it’s been a while and you just need a refresher. In this class you will learn the basics of using a sewing machine.
These classes are for adult English language learners at intermediate levels. The classes meet twice a week on Tue. & Thur., 7-9pm. If you're new to this program, you will receive an email invitation to attend an orientation.
Reading & Vocabulary For Intermediate to advanced English Language Learners - Adult (Online)
This class is designed for adult English language learners. Improve your English language knowledge with evidence-based strategies that build your reading skills.