Learn how to use Blender, an open-source, 3D design program. Create virtual spaces that, when rendered properly, give the illusion of photographic representation.

Have fun learning about the difference between aeronautics and aerodynamics. Learn basic engineering principles applied to both in a fun way.   See how they apply to everyday life and make your invention take flight.

Discover the gross anatomy of the human body and learn about three body systems that allow us function. Body systems to be discussed include: Integumentary, Skeletal, and Muscular. 

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Discover the gross anatomy of the human body and learn about three body systems that allow us function. Body systems to be discussed include: Integumentary, Skeletal, and Muscular. 

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Learn a new fun way to code and create awesome graphics.

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between you and a microorganism? Were you ever curious about the difference between cellular respiration and photosynthesis?

Come explore the virtual world of Minecraft!  Compete in a series of individual and team-based challenges.  Suitable for beginners as well as more seasoned players. 

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Get hands-on experience in the ancient art of paper folding! Students will see how origami can be used to create structures like solar panels, bridges, and packing materials.

Join other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and sew, in an open forum for creating, conversing, sharing, and learning. 

This is a class for English language learners.

This class is designed for adult English language learners. Practice speaking skills in a supportive environment. Students read one short story each week and discuss it in class.

JUST FOR ME

Ages 3-6; 30 min.

For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills.

Ticket required.

All ages; 30 min.

Come experience the joys of music and movement. 

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Tickets required. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the beginning of class.

For children entering Kindergarten this fall, 30-45 minutes, registration required.

Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day. Cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS.

Learn about Post-Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) and life coping skills from Tom Glenn, Ph. D., who worked as an undercover NSA signals intelligence operative in the Vietnam War and lived through the fall of Saigon.

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!  

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Join this course and become a young scientist.

Discover the basics of Java, a class-based, object-oriented language used to design applications. Learn data and expressions, using classes and objects, conditionals, and loops.

Come on board. It’s your one stop trip to higher level math! In this course, we’ll be reviewing one-variable statistics and linear equations, inequalities, and systems.

Learn the skills of an audio engineer in music production in the digital realm.

The brain is a powerful yet mysterious organ that is waiting to tell you its secrets.

Get hands-on experience in the ancient art of paper folding! Students will see how origami can be used to create structures like solar panels, bridges, and packing materials.

Learn the basics of programming in Python! Create games, interactive programs, and anything else you want. Absolutely no experience required -- you'll learn how to program a basic game in the first class!

All ages; 30 min.

Come experience the joys of music and movement. 

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting.

The Howard County Public School System is pleased to announce its participation in the 2022 Summer Food Service Program. Summer meals will be provided to all children ages 18 years and under without charge.

Learn the importance of expense tracking, acknowledging the difference between needs and wants, recognizing the impacts your budget has on your life and the significance of setting financial goals. 

Learn to draw or sketch on a tablet using the latest technologies just like the professionals. 

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Register once for all five sessions, Mon-Fri.

Registration required. Grades 6-12.

Learn how the digital single lens reflex camera is engineered to utilize part of the electromagnetic spectrum we call visible light.

Obtain hands on experience using a DSLR camera and learn numerous picture -taking techniques.

From photos to movie posters, what does it take to create print advertisements for Hollywood movies?

Focus on the Adobe Photoshop tools needed to create a movie poster.

Learn to use layers, layer effects, and filters.

This course will cover an overview of the topics in zoology, including cell biology, taxonomy, major vertebrate groups, physiology, genetics, evolution, and ecology.

Taught by a HiTech Instructor.

Ages 11-18. 60 min.

B-I-N-G-O! Get sociable and win prizes. Compete and converse with other bingo fans. 

Games will be held on a rotating schedule at all branches, so please make note of the location for each date. Register for each date separately.

Join us on an interactive journey through the syntax and functionality of Python 3, learning loops and lists, objects and classes, conditionals, types, variables and more. Please, plan to attend all 4 classes. Debora

Ages 7 and up, 60 minutes, ticketed. Tickets available 15 minutes prior to class.

Explore the amazing world of Alexander Calder and create a sculpture in his style.

Meet up with other high school book lovers to discuss and dissect what you are reading over the summer in an outdoor setting.  Please bring a copy of your book(s) to the meetup as well as a summary, a reaction piece, a poem, a song, a piece o

Ages 11-15. Registration required.

Do you love Marvel movies and superheroes as much as we do? Put your knowledge to the test. Join a team and compete in a round of Marvel Jeopardy!

Students will learn the basics of 3D modeling by using the program, Tinker Cad.  Practice navigating the software by experimenting with different shapes and scenes. 

Genetics will introduce students to the basics of Mendelian Genetics. Topics, such as inheritance patterns, genetic diversity, and genetic diseases will be explored using laws derived from Gregor Mendel’s experiments.

Have you ever looked at a digital illustration and wondered “How did they do that?”  Learn tips, tricks, and the steps to creating your own illustration in the iPad app, Procreate.

Practice proper laboratory techniques such as safety while learning some new techniques! Extract DNA from a strawberry, spin products down to see if they separate, and learn how to identify hazardous chemicals. 

Dive into the world of special effects, through the view of a Makeup Artist.  Students will learn the history and science behind the film industry’s own movie magic.  Learn about the chemicals that are found in the cosmetics used to crea

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting.

Meet every second and fourth Thursday of the month. 

Ages 2 & up with adult; 60 min. Ticket Required.

Drop-in, allow 20-30 minutes, to make a fun craft or create your own masterpiece!

Adventurers Wanted! Treasure, lore, and knowledge await. Join a campaign to unlock the secrets within Candlekeep's ancient tomes. Each manuscript transports readers to a story of danger, magic, and mystery.

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. This is an in-person class that meets in the Tapestry Room

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

This event is In-Person at HCLS, Miller Branch. Please register to attend. Limited seats. 

Discuss LGBTQ-related books and make new friends in a queer- & trans-affirming group setting. All identities and all ages (18+) are welcome. 

This is a class for adult English language learners.