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Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Maxine White Warfield Room at Central Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Children
LITTLE LEARNERS:

Ages 3-5 years with adult; 45 mins.  Ticket required. Children learn through play and exploring the world around them.  Stories and activities help with skills like ge...

Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM

LITTLE LEARNERS

Ages 3-5 years with adult; 45 mins.  Ticket required.

Children learn through play and exploring the world around them.  Stories and activities help with skills like getting along, talking and reading, moving and doing, math, science, and being creative. 

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

All Together Now (families) TK

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Albert Einstein Classroom at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
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 ac...

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. 
 

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

ORK in the Community

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
ORK at Mobile Branch
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Children
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.  ...

Event Details:

We hope to see you at Harper's Choice Village Center near Safeway Grocery Store (5485 Harpers Farm Rd, Columbia, MD 21044) from 3:30-4:30pm!¡Esperamos verte en Harper's Choice Vill...

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:

We hope to see you at Harper's Choice Village Center near Safeway Grocery Store (5485 Harpers Farm Rd, Columbia, MD 21044) from 3:30-4:30pm!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Sensory Friendly Stories [ages 3-5 w/adult] RG

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Miller Children's Classroom at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with adult. 30 min.  Registration required.Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome at this supportive, judgment-free class that includes stor...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning
Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with adult. 30 min.  Registration required.

Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome at this supportive, judgment-free class that includes stories, music, and movement in a small group.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

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

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Elkridge Studio at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Children, Everyone
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! 

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!

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby's Play Date (infant-23 months)

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Abacus Classroom at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Allow 20 min.Play with our toys, read a board book, and visit with others.

Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Abacus Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning
Event Details:

Allow 20 min.

Play with our toys, read a board book, and visit with others.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Just For Me (3-6 years independently) TK

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Albert Einstein Classroom at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

JUST FOR MEAges 3-6; 30 min. Limited Attendance. Ticket (name tag) required.For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listeni...

Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

JUST FOR ME

Ages 3-6; 30 min. Limited Attendance. Ticket (name tag) required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Play Partners [infant-23 months with adult] TK

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Miller Children's Classroom at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
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 acti...

Event Details:

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning

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:

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

This event is in the "Children" group.

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

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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.&...

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Move to Learn: Fitness Fun! (Ages 1-4 w/Adult) RG

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Belmont / Hockley Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 1-4 years with adult. Registration and signed release form required.An instructor from My Gym teaches how various types of exercise and fitness movement, like balance and tumb...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Belmont / Hockley Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Event Details:

Ages 1-4 years with adult. Registration and signed release form required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Play Partners (Ages 0-23 Months), TK

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Pindell Room at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
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 acti...

Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Pindell Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Early Learning

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Play Partners (Ages 0- 23 Months) TK

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Pindell Room at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
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 acti...

Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Pindell Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Play Partners [infant-23 months with adult] TK

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Miller Children's Classroom at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
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 acti...

Event Details:

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning

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:

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Playtime With Friends (infant-23 months with adult) TK

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through interactive play.  Tic...

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes. Ticket required. 

Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through interactive play. 

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Classroom Ready (Ages 3-5, RG)

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Central Children's Classroom at Central Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 years; 30 mins.  RG, Registration required. Preschoolers start practicing going to class on their own. They will learn to follow rules and routines, underst...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning
Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Pajama Time (all ages with adult) TK

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Seahorse Children's Classroom at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children, Everyone
PAJAMA TIME:

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 ...

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Early Learning

PAJAMA TIME

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 stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets.   

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Math Lab [3rd-5th grade] TK

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ellicott Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Ticket required.  Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills and strategies as we explore different math topics.Tickets are available at the childr...

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Ticket required.  

Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills and strategies as we explore different math topics.

Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Pajama Time (All Ages) TK

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Central Children's Classroom at Central Branch
Age Group:
Children, Everyone
PAJAMA TIME:

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 ...

Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children, Everyone

PAJAMA TIME

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 stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets.   

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Event Details:

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

 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Seahorse Children's Classroom at Elkridge Branch
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 ac...

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. 
 

 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

All Together Now [all ages] TK

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Miller Children's Classroom at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
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 ac...

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller 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. 
 

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Picture Book Parade with Craft (2-5 years with adult) TK

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Albert Einstein Classroom at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
PICTURE BOOK PARADE:

Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Tales, tunes, and tons of fun!  

Event Details:

Ticket required.Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning

PICTURE BOOK PARADE

Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min.

Tales, tunes, and tons of fun!

 

Event Details:

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

This event is in the "Children" group.

All Together Now, (Everyone) TK

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Pindell Room at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
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 ac...

Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Pindell Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, 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. 
 

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Little Learners Storybook Friends (ages 2-5 with adult) TK

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes.Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 min...

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.

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

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Seahorse Children's Classroom at Elkridge Branch
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 ac...

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.