Adults, 90 minutes, registration required.
Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!
Reading & Vocabulary For Intermediate English Language Learners - Adult (In-Person)
Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!
3, 2, Fun
Ages 2-3 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.
TIME FOR US
Ages 18 months-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Develop early learning skills through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Time for Us
Ages 18-35 months with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Toddlers gain coordination and control when using small and large muscles through stories, music, movement, fingerplays, rhyme, and playtime activities.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
Play Partners
Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Infants 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.
Participants will make and adhere a romantic vinyl cut out (I Heart You) to a glass candle holder with candle.
3, 2, Fun
Ages 2-3 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.
Time for Us
Ages 18-35 months with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Toddlers gain coordination and control when using small and large muscles through stories, music, movement, fingerplays, rhyme, and playtime activities.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!
Just for Me
Ages 3-5; 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 will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Play Partners
Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Infants 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.
Ages 6-10; 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Get creative to build your own towers, 3-D shapes, and other fun challenges with Skoolzy giant straws building sets.
Use upcycled children's picture books to create your favorite style heart banner. Ages 6+ and Families. Ticketed.
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.
Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
Paper Mosaic: Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of art and learn simple techniques to create decorative mosaics from reused paper.
All Together Now
All ages 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.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
This session is part of HCLS' Black History Month series.
After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!
Relax after school at Teen Spot - a space for middle and high school students to unwind with video games, board games, and arts and craft supplies.
Drop ins welcome!
Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Kindergarten- 2nd grade; 45-60 min. Registration required.
Books on Tap reads across a wide variety of genres and points of view. Since we meet in the community, you are responsible for reserving the following titles for each meeting. Most are available in electronic formats, too.
The Howard County Seed Library provides a space to share free seeds to allow everyone to build their own garden or greenspaces.
Ages 3-5 with adult. 30 min. Registration required.
Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome at this supportive, judgment-free class that includes stories, music, and movement in a small group.
3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Cyberattacks can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time.
Family Fun at Your Library: Video Game Night (Families)
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Are you ready to level up your gaming skills and have some fun? Stop by and play different video games that are fun for the whole family!
English for Intermediate Language Learners - Adult (In-Person)
Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!
Rescheduled Master Gardeners: How to Start Seeds in a Milk Jug
A terrific method for sowing seeds early is using a "winter sowing method". It is easily done by sowing seeds in a milk jug that becomes a mini greenhouse. Master Gardeners demonstrate how to make your own milk jug seed starter.
Bring a book and enjoy one hour of peace, quiet, and reading, with an optional fifteen minutes of mingling at the end. There is no assigned reading and no pressure to socialize. All readers are welcome.
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7 - 8:30 pm
CANCELED for 2/05.
This online class is designed for English language learners. Improve your spoken English as we focus on listening and speaking skills with an emphasis on everyday pronunciation, intonation, and stress, as well as unique
Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!