Event List

  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,...

Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!  This class is design...

Discover the basics of banking and tools for creating a budget that works for you. Learn how to establish a savings plan and build or repair your credit. Presented by Lissett Jo...

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 rec...

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, make your o...

B-I-N-G-O! Get sociable and win prizes. Compete and converse with other bingo fans.  Games will be held on a rotating Thursday schedule at all branches, so please make note...

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Drop in National History Day research assistance.

A super laid back time and space for teens to hang out with peers, play video games or work on homework, projects, and art or crafts.

Teen Time at HCLS East Columbia Branch is an initiative for neighborhood teens that enhances student academics in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment. For registrati...

Like to build and create?  Building Palooza offers a variety of traditional and non-traditional building materials for all ages. 2024 Maryland STEM Festival

  Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting. Meet via Zoom every second Thursday of the month at 4 PM.  If you would...

 Ages 11-18  | Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder. Teen Connect will be on Mondays and Thursdays on full school days from 6-7 pm. Each one will feature a spe...

Do you like to paint, or want to learn how? Would you like to get feedback on the current painting you're working on, or instruction on how to improve? Join us in the Elkridge Bran...

All ages with adult; 30 min.  Ticket required. Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, son...

Ages 7-11; 45 min. Registration required. Do you want to find your own books? Do you enjoy popular titles that are often NOT on the shelf? We will navigate our catalog, have som...

Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!  This class an in-per...

All ages with adult; 30 min.  Ticket required. A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through ...

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

Enjoy a fun game of bingo celebrating Indigenous Stories. Play for book prizes in a relaxed, welcoming environment. This is part of HCLS' Native American Heritage Month celebrat...

Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels. 2nd Thursdays 7 - 8 pm. November 14 The Department of Truth by James Tynion IV December 12 Powers by Bria...

Create a table decoration for Thanksgiving using the laser cutter. All materials will be provided. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration re...

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. Est...

Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!  This class is for ad...

Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!  This class is design...