All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK

9:30am–10:00am
Children, Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children, Everyone

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. 
 

 

Cancelled

All Together Now (All Ages) TK

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

All ages with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required.

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

All Together Now (families) TK

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Savage Branch
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning

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. 
 

 

All Together Now, Ages Everyone

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Pindell Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning

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. 
 

 

Digital SAT Practice Test

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Belmont Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: College & Trade Schools
Registration Required
Event Details:

Attention high school students! Take a free Digital SAT Practice Test administered by C2 Education Testing Company.

Turn Drawings into Keepsakes

10:00am–12:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover how to transform your original drawing into a lasting keepsake using the Glenwood Makerspace laser cutter. You’ll learn the basics of laser engraving while creating your own personalized piece to take home. All materials are supplied.

Digital SAT Practice Test

10:00am–2:00pm
Teens
East Columbia Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: College & Trade Schools
Registration Required
Event Details:

Attention high school students! Come join the C2 Education Testing Company to take a digital SAT practice test 

Please bring a graphing calculator and fully-charged chromebook. 

All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Early Learning

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. 
 

 

Cancelled

All Together Now (All Ages) TK

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

All ages with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required.

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

Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (edades 0-5 con adulto) TK

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language, Early Learning
Event Details:

Edades 0-5 años con adulto. 30 minutos. Se requiere un tiquete gratis disponible en el escritorio del área infantil.

Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas en español. Seguido de un tiempo de juego.

Teen Action Board

11:00am–12:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career, Business & Finance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Connect with your community by collaborating with other TAB members and library staff to make the library a better place for teens!

Seasonal Puzzle Swap: Piece by Piece!

11:00am–1:00pm
Teens, Adults, Everyone
Miller Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 13!

FNAF at the LIBRARY! - AR Scavenger Hunt

11:00am–5:00pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
The lights flicker. A faint laugh echoes between the stacks.

DIY Decoupage Gifts (5-10 years, 5 & 6 with adult) TK

11:30am–12:30pm
Children
Savage Branch
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:

Ages 5-10; 60 min. Ticket required.

Create gorgeous decoupage trinket dishes using seashells and napkins. Dress for mess.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Two Rivers Chamber Music: A Holiday Celebration

12:00pm–1:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Delight in a performance by Two Rivers Chamber Music, founded by brothers Michael and Matthew Polonchak. 

Holiday Celebration at Central

12:00pm–2:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Branch
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Celebrate the season with an afternoon of music, crafts, and family fun!

Explore Your New HCLibrary.org

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults, Everyone
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio A
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Drop-In Website Tours
Registration encouraged.

A Look Back at the Holiday Season

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Central Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

December is a special time of year. For Baltimoreans the season offers a chance to enjoy both the customary holiday traditions accompanied by a few that are unique to the city.

Craft Wars: Gingerbread Houses (ages 9-12)

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens
Central Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

Ages 9 - 12. Registration required. 

Create a Paper Lantern

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Bring a little light and warmth home from the library with a paper lantern this chilly holiday season at this personalized DIY craft session. 

All ages, drop in anytime between 1 pm - 2 pm.

Pets on Wheels

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Everyone
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Marvin Thomas Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Therapy dog(s) from Pets on Wheels will be at the East Columbia Branch for friendly visits with customers. Drop in - no registration required. 

Book Swap and Re-gift

1:30pm–4:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Belmont Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Books make great presents for the holidays or any time. Stop by to shop a free selection of gently-used books to keep or give as gifts. 

 

Chemistry in the Library: The Hidden Life of Spices (Ages 7+) RG

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Elkridge Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Hockley Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 7 & up (7-8 year olds must be accompanied by an adult). 60 min.  Registration required.

Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for a hands-on program on the chemistry of spices.  

 

DIY Winter Tunnel Book (6-11 years) TK

2:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Savage Branch
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Ages 6-11; 120 min. Ticket required.

Tunnel books are made with layered pages and cut outs that creates a 3D effect. Make your own beautiful winter themed tunnel book. 

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Holiday Stars with the Cricut

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use the Cricut and make intricate holiday star garlands out of cardstock. All materials provided. 

Ages 10+. Registration required.

Magic: the Gathering™ Club

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Develop math, reading, critical thinking and social skills by playing friendly Magic: the Gathering™ card battles in this ongoing monthly gaming club.

Misako Ballet Presents: Holiday Dance Party [all ages] TK

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Everyone
Miller Branch
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music
Event Details:

Families.  60 min.  Ticket required.

Random Crafts of Kindness

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults
Savage Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: DaVinci Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participate in some Random Crafts of Kindness! Learn about a craft, make one for yourself, and make some extras to give away to other community members.