This virtual class is designed for adult English language learners who are interested in working as Ophthalmic Technicians.  Participants learn about the work setting, responsibilities, potential earnings, and a pathway to advance in the fiel

This is an in-person class for beginning English language learners.  It focuses on learning vocabulary and developing listening and reading, speaking and writing skills.  It meets in the Tapestry Room in HCLS Centra

Looking for dedicated time to work on projects? Bring stitching you'd like to finish, connect with others, and share ideas and tips. Drop in anytime between 10 am and 12 pm.

This virtual 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.

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Ages 3-6; 30 min.

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

Limited Attendance. Ticket required.

Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. 

Ticket required. Tickets will be given out 15 minutes prior to class.

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

We are meeting every second Thursday at noon in-person at East Columbia branch, and at 4 PM online via Zoom.

Ages 3-5 years; 30 mins.  RG, Registration required. 

You've been challenged! Engineer a dragon trap, using recyclables and your imagination. Materials will be provided and additional recyclables welcomed.

Ticket required.

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

Meet via Zoom every second Thursday of the month. 

** Only on Feb 8th we meet at 2 PM instead of 4 PM. **

Share fiction and/or nonfiction titles that are on your bookshelf and we will share titles from our shelves. If you don't have a title to share, find inspiration in what others recommend and start building your reading list.

Let your creativity shine in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Join us every month to learn about different art media and explore new techniques. This month’s featured project is: Classic Book Flowers

Want to practice your sewing skills? Sewing machines will be ready for you to drop in and work on a simple project we provide or your own project that you bring.

After school supervised safe space for middle and high school students. Socialize with peers, work on homework, or enjoy optional games, crafts, and other activities.

Be a geologist for a day! Join us to learn about the chemistry and formation of geodes, and crack open your own geode! Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Ages 11-18 | Walk in, no registration needed, space is limited.  

Drop-in to use the equipment in the A/V Studio! Record and mix music or create and edit movies with the help of a HiTech Instructor.
No registration required. Grades 6-12. 

3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. Registration required.

For children transitioning from early readers to chapter books. After reading the title, join us for fun activities that include reading comprehension exercises and games.

Families; allow 30 minutes. Ticket required.

Explore and engage in various STEM activities through self-guided stations.

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Ages 7-10. 45 min. Ticket required.

Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills and strategies to find solutions to logic puzzles.

Watch and discuss the film The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, based on Rebecca Skloot’s critically acclaimed 2010 nonfiction best-seller of the same name.

This is a class for English Language Learners.  Practice conversational skills and discuss topics like small talk, common interests, life, work, and current events in a safe and supportive environment. The is an in-person class that meets in

Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Learn to prepare some of Africa’s most popular and unique dishes such as Fufu, Jollof Rice, Banku and Waakye.

Join us to learn simple tips to make your life easier and more economical. This class, which will meet every other month, will offer information based on themes at each meeting.  

Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels. 2nd Thursdays 7 - 8 pm.

February 8 Love Kills by Danilo Beyruth

In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch hosts a monthly World Languages Café, on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 7 - 8:45 pm.

This class is designed for adult English language learners. Improve your English language knowledge with evidence-based strategies that build your reading skills.