Baby's Play Date (infant-23 months)

10:00am - 11:15am
Savage Branch
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Abacus Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Event Details:
Allow 20 min. Play with our toys, read a board book, and visit with others. ...

3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK

10:15am - 10:45am
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music,

3, 2, FUN

Ages 2-3 years 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 (18 months-3 years with adult) TK

10:15am - 10:45am
Savage Branch
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type:
Event Details:
TIME FOR US Ages 18 months-3 years with adult; 30 min. Develop early learning skills through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. ...

Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK

10:30am - 11:00am
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type:

PLAY PARTNERS

Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Newborns 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.

Event Details:
Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. ...

Sensory Friendly Stories (ages 3-5 w/adult) TK

11:00am - 11:30am
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Belmont Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type:
Event Details:
Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required. Only 12 spots available. Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome at this supportive, judgment-free class that includes stories, music, and movement in a small group.  ...

Little Learners: Spring Into Science [ages 3-5 w/adult] TK

11:00am - 11:45am
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: , Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required. A class exploring simple science concepts and experiments inspired by children's literature. Tickets available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.   ...

3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK

11:15am - 11:45am
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music,

3, 2, FUN

Ages 2-3 years 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.

All Together Now (All ages) TK

1:30pm - 2:00pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: , Tech Skills or STEAM

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. 
 

 

Event Details:
Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. ...

Just for Me (ages 3-5) TK

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!,

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. 
 

 

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

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Glenwood Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Pindell Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type:
Registration Required
Event Details:
Infants birth-6 months with adult. 45 minutes. Registration required, one per household.  Welcome home, baby! Hatchlings: New Baby and Me is an interactive early literacy class series for parents/caregivers with newborns from birth - 6 months...

Little Learners: Spring Into Science [ages 3-5 w/adult] TK

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: , Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required. A class exploring simple science concepts and experiments inspired by children's literature. Tickets available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.   ...

International Grocery Store Tour - H Mart

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Closed
Required
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for an immersive journey into the vibrant cuisine of Korea! Our upcoming International Grocery Store Tour is scheduled for Wednesday, March 20, from 3 to 4 pm, hosted at H-Mart, located at 3301 North Ridge Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043. Led ...

Teen Space

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Glenwood Branch
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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness
Event Details:
After school supervised safe-space for middle and high school students. Socialize with peers, do homework, or enjoy optional games, crafts, and other activities. Healthy snacks provided while supplies last. Drop in. ...

On the Road to Kindergarten at Oakmont Village Apartments (ORK)

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Branch
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Library Branch: Mobile Branch
Room: ORK
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Events,

On the Road to Kindergarten (ORK)

Children, infants to age 5, with parents & caregivers. 

The library is coming to your neighborhood. It’s free! Help prepare your young children for kindergarten. 

  • Borrow books and other items like activity kits and toys. 

  • Learn about community resources. 

  • Use our free Wi-Fi. 

More information: hclibrary.org/ork 

 

¡La biblioteca llega a su vecindario! 

Niños, bebés hasta los 5 años con padres y cuidadores. 

  • Pida prestado libros y otros artículos. 

  • Pida prestado kits de actividades y juguetes. 

  • Obtenga más información sobre los recursos comunitarios. 

  • Utilice nuestro wi-fi gratuito. 

Más información: hclibrary.org/ork 

Event Details:
3rd Wednesday of the month; 3:30 - 5:30 pm Jan 17, Feb 21 & Mar 20 Oakmont Village Apartments 11090 Resort Rd. Ellicott City, MD 21043   Tercer miércoles; 3:30 - 5:30 pm 17 de enero, 21 de febrero, 20 de marzo Oakmont Vi...

The Meetup

3:30pm - 5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:
A  hang out for teens to connect, play games and create. ...

Illustrate with Procreate

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Elkridge Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Belmont Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:
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. Taught by a HiTech instructor. ...

Black-Eyed Susan Book Club: Chapter Books (grades 4-6 RG)

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Children's Classroom
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:
Grades 4-6. 60 minutes. RG, registered. Discussions about state award nominees. Vote for a winner in April. Eight-month series. Copies will be held for registered students at the Central Branch Customer Service Desk. This event is part of a com...

Black-Eyed Susan Book Club: Picture Books (Grades K5-3)

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:
Students who are ages 5-9 and in grades Kindergarten-3rd. 60 minutes. RG, Registered. Discussions about state award nominees. Vote for a winner in April. Eight-month series. Copies will be held for registered students at the Central Bran...

Adult AV Lab

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Savage Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage AV Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:
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 require ...

Create by Music - Macrame Plant Hanger

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Miller Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for an evening of fun crafts and conversation as well as music to stimulate those creative juices. Materials will be provided and all skill levels welcome!   Registration preferred.  March - Macrame Plant Hanger ...

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club (In-person)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Tech Lab (MIL)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Event Details:
Desolate and abandoned, the evil alchemist's mansion stands alone on the cliff, looking out towards the sea. Mysterious lights and ghostly hauntings have kept away the people of Saltmarsh, despite rumors of fabulous forgotten treasure. What is its si...

Don't Let History Be a Mystery: Women's History Month [ages 6-10] TK

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Children's Classroom
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:
Ages 6-10.  45 min.  Ticket required. Learn all about past, present, and future leaders in Women's History. Includes stories, activities, and a craft. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class. This session i...

The UnBook Reading Group

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Open
Required
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:
The UnBook Reading Group   Connect with a community of readers without the stress of assigned reading! Bring the book of your choice, read silently in a comfy spot at Backwater Books. Then, wrap up the evening by sharing something interest...

Family Fun at Your Library: Video Game Night (Families)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
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!   ...

Bas Bleu Book Discussion Group

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Miller Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Patapsco Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:
Bas Bleu, French for “bluestocking,” refers to an intellectual or literary woman.  We read a variety of literary fiction, and all are welcome – not just bluestockings! Join us for a discussion of the following books: March 20 - The Thursda...

Cookbook Corner at East Columbia Branch

7:00pm - 8:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Studio A (Classroom)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events
Registration Required
Event Details:
  Explore various culinary cuisines/chefs of the world. A new cuisine/chef every month. This month's chef is Julia Child. Pick-up any Julia Child cookbook at the library, cook some recipes and come have a culinary discussion. Store bough...

Edible Landscaping with Carol Feil

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Glenwood Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:
Ideas are presented for evolving your landscape into edible shrubs and plants. Learn how to prepare flowers for additions to your meals. ...

Readers' Exchange: Focus on Women Authors

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events
Registration Required
Event Details:
Do you have a book that you can’t stop talking about?   Have you read the last few books your friends recommended, and don’t know what to read next?   Discover what your fellow book lovers are raving about. Share what’s curr...

Intermediate Korean (Online)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Online Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Merriweather Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
Event Details:
Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners. Registration required. Ages 18+. Continue learning Korean in this 12-week class taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Spea...

Introduction to Robotics with Raspberry Pi (Ages 14+)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Glenwood Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Pindell Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: , Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:
Curious about a career in engineering or computer science? Learn about the ultra-popular Raspberry Pi platform and program your first robot! Students will receive an overview of the Raspberry Pi platform, build simple circuits, learn how to control m...

Nonfiction Book Club (in-person)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage Studio (Classroom)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:
Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections. March 15 - We Don't Know Ourselves: A personal history of modern Ireland by Fintan O'Toole April 19 - What an Owl Knows: The new scienc...

Nonfiction Book Club (online)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Online Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Book Group Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections. March 15 - We Don't Know Ourselves: A personal history of modern Ireland by Fintan O'Toole April 19 - What an Owl Knows: The new s...
Cancelled

*Cancelled* English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm
Elkridge Branch
Required
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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Grist Mill Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language
Event Details:
The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation skills, and build confidence to think and speak English in a relaxed an...

English Conversation Class (in-person)

7:45pm - 8:45pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group. Wednesdays, 7:45 - 8:45 pm ...