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English For Beginning Language Learners-Adult (In-Person)

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Central Branch
Closed
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult English Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our classes are full through June, but you can enroll for the Fall semester now. Secure your seat by emailing prolit@hclibrary.org today!

 

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ESL - English Language Learning - Beginning to Advanced - (virtual)

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Online Branch
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult English Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our classes are full through June, but you can enroll for the Fall semester now. Secure your seat by emailing prolit@hclibrary.org today!

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Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK

10:15am–10:45am
Children
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. 

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Hatchlings: New Baby and Me (Newborn-6 months with adult)

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Central Branch
Open
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning
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Parents/Caregivers with baby, newborn – 6 months; 60 min.  Registration required.

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Hatchlings: New Baby and Me (Newborn-6 months with adult) RG

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Closed
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Belmont Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Early Learning
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Infants birth-6 months with adult. 45-60 minutes. Registration required, one per household. 

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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music
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Run Time: 74 minutes. Ages 2-6 with adult. Ticket required.

Join the two of the world's bravest mice-Bernard and Bianca-as they set out on two thrilling rescue missions. Rated G. 

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STEAM Stations [ages 3-5 w/ adult] TK

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Patapsco/Avalon Rooms
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning, Tech Skills or STEAM
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Ages 3-5 adult.  Allow 30-45 minutes. Ticket required.

Explore stations with activities that stimulate and encourage children to explore and investigate.

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Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK

11:15am–11:45am
Children
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.

The Reading Cafe (Book Discussion Group)

1:00pm–2:00pm
Glenwood Branch
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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio A
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us for a lively, in-person book discussion!

April 29: Vanderbilt: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty by Anderson Cooper

May 27: Sandwich by Catherine Newman

June 24: What We Carry by Maya Lang

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STEAM Stations [ages 3-5 w/ adult] TK

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Patapsco/Avalon Rooms
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning, Tech Skills or STEAM
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Ages 3-5 with adult.  Allow 30-45 minutes. Ticket required.

Explore stations with activities that stimulate and encourage children to explore and investigate.

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Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
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After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

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Teen Spot

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Savage Branch
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Studio Classroom
Age Group: Teens
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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!

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Game Spot at East Columbia

3:30pm–6:00pm
Teens
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
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Bored after school?

Stop by our Teen Area for board and card game play or video game play in our gaming room.

Ages 11-18.

Drop in.

 

Afternoon Snacks available to youth 18 and under, sponsored by Good Harvest

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Character Design

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Miller Branch
Closed
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: HiTech Classes & Events, Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM
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Learn about the process behind designing your own characters and using illustration software.  Create the look of your character, its costumes, and props, and give it a unique personality!

Registration required. Grades 6-12.

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Video Gaming & Chill

4:15pm–6:00pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!
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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!

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Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK

5:00pm–5:30pm
Children
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Clubs, Culture & Language
Event Details:

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.

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture & Language
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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.

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Anime Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Savage Branch
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Studio Classroom
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language
Event Details:

Ages: 11 - 18. Watch anime together, make art/crafts, and explore Japanese language/cultural tie-ins at this meet up for fellow anime fans. Drop-ins encouraged and welcomed!

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Mah Jongg Meet Up

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

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 13 and 27

June 10 and 24

July 8 and 22

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English For Beginning Language Learners-Adult (In-Person)

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Central Branch
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult English Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our classes are full through June, but you can enroll for the Fall semester now. Secure your seat by emailing prolit@hclibrary.org today!

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The Twenty-Something Coworking Club

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Central Branch
Closed
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events
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Join us for body doubling, social support, snacks, and dedicated time to tackle:

  • coursework

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After the Floods with Dr. Ken Conca

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Miller Branch
Closed
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author & Literary Events, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Small towns across America and around the world face mounting challenges with flood risk, a result of not only climate change but also poorly adapted landscapes, sprawl, overdevelopment and poor planning.

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Art Workshop: Flowers

7:00pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Closed
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a relaxing evening of art, and learn tips and tricks for drawing and painting your favorite flowers.

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World Languages Cafe @ East Columbia 50+ Center (in person)

7:00pm–8:45pm
Teens, Adults
East Columbia Branch
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: East Columbia Other Location
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
Event Details:

The World Languages Cafe is now being held at the new East Columbia 50+ Center; 6610 Cradlerock way, Columbia, Md. 21045 on the 4th Tuesday of each month.

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ESL - English Language Learning - Beginning to Advanced (virtual)

7:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
Online Branch
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult English Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our classes are full through June, but you can enroll for the Fall semester now. Secure your seat by emailing prolit@hclibrary.org today!