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Cubelets® Engineering Challenge (ages 8-10) TK

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Seahorse Children's Classroom at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Ticket required. Work in teams to solve engineering challenges with Cubelets®.

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Ticket required.

Work in teams to solve engineering challenges with Cubelets®.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Fun With Tangrams (ages 7-10 TK)

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Central Children's Classroom at Central Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

  Ages 7-10, 45 minutes. TK, ticketed. Free tickets available 15 minutes before class.  Read a fun animal story and work together on a STEAM activity using Giant Ta...

Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

 

Ages 7-10, 45 minutes. TK, ticketed. Free tickets available 15 minutes before class. 

Read a fun animal story and work together on a STEAM activity using Giant Tangrams. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Herbology Lab in the Enchanted Garden [ages 7-10] TK

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Avalon Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 7-10.  45 min.  Ticket required.  Your help is needed in the Enchanted Garden!  There are mandrakes to transplant and the gnomes are taking over the pol...

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Ages 7-10.  45 min.  Ticket required. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Octopus's Garden [ages 7-10] TK

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Avalon Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 7-10.  60 min.  Ticket required. Explore the world of this incredible predatory mollusk and member of the cephalopod class.  Apply what you've learned to cre...

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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Ages 7-10.  60 min.  Ticket required.

Explore the world of this incredible predatory mollusk and member of the cephalopod class.  Apply what you've learned to create a special Octopus's Garden in the Enchanted Garden.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bingo Social

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Open
Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Who Would Win?! (5-11 years) TK

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Albert Einstein Classroom at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 5-11; 45 min. Ticket Required. We challenge you to a game of animal/book character trivia! Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This class is part of our Summer...

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

Ages 5-11; 45 min. Ticket Required.

We challenge you to a game of animal/book character trivia!

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Aerodynamics & Aeronautics

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Walter Dean Myers Homework Room at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

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 an...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Claymation Stop Motion Animation

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Elkridge Studio at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Collaborate in self-directed teams to create an animation. Sculpt characters, storyboard, design sets, and photograph stills. This course is a part of HiTech Summer 2024.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Collaborate in self-directed teams to create an animation. Sculpt characters, storyboard, design sets, and photograph stills. This course is a part of HiTech Summer 2024.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Design for Laser Cutting & Engraving

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
ECO Studio A (Classroom) at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Using a variety of software and techniques, design your own keepsakes that you can print using the Glowforge™ laser cutter and engraver!  Registration required. Grades 6-12...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Studio A (Classroom)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Using a variety of software and techniques, design your own keepsakes that you can print using the Glowforge™ laser cutter and engraver! 

Registration required. Grades 6-12.

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Forensic Science: Biology

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Savage Science Studio (Carver Lab) at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered what goes on during a crime scene investigation? Join us to learn the techniques forensic scientists use to crack a case. Learn about fingerprinting, footpri...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage Science Studio (Carver Lab)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered what goes on during a crime scene investigation? Join us to learn the techniques forensic scientists use to crack a case. Learn about fingerprinting, footprinting, and hair, saliva, and DNA analysis.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Green Gardening

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Savage Studio (Classroom) at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Learn about sustainable gardening. Registration required. Grades 6-12. Taught by a HiTech instructor. This class is being held Mon - Fri for one week, register once for al...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage Studio (Classroom)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Learn about sustainable gardening.

Registration required. Grades 6-12.

Taught by a HiTech instructor.

This class is being held Mon - Fri for one week, register once for all sessions.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Movie Editing I

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Savage AV Studio at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Discover the world of post-production! Learn the skills of a film/video editor while acquiring an understanding of the technology involved with the profession. Edit video and audio...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage AV Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Discover the world of post-production! Learn the skills of a film/video editor while acquiring an understanding of the technology involved with the profession. Edit video and audio using iMovie and Logic Pro X.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Python

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Carl Sagan Conference Room at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

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 ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Carl Sagan Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Robotic Arm

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
DaVinci Room at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Experience where engineering and computer science meet. Using the credit card sized computer, Raspberry Pi 2, and a 3D printed robot body, program and build a robotic arm! (Machin...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: DaVinci Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Experience where engineering and computer science meet. Using the credit card sized computer, Raspberry Pi 2, and a 3D printed robot body, program and build a robotic arm!
(Machine learning & AI)

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Rube Goldberg Competition

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Hockley Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Let the Games begin! Take on engineering challenges of old with Rube Goldberg Challenges. In every class, we'll take on a new challenge while reinforcing core engineering principle...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Hockley Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Let the Games begin! Take on engineering challenges of old with Rube Goldberg Challenges. In every class, we'll take on a new challenge while reinforcing core engineering principles.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Science of Art

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
ECO Studio B (Lab) at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Learn how the creation of art is influenced by science and do experiments in chemistry, fluid dynamics, and color theory to make amazing works of art! Students will create acrylic-...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Studio B (Lab)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Learn how the creation of art is influenced by science and do experiments in chemistry, fluid dynamics, and color theory to make amazing works of art!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Sewing Class

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
DIY Design Studio at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Learn to Sew: Sewing Machine Skills for Teens Have you always wanted to learn to sew? Or love to upcycle and want to take it to the next level? In this class you will learn the ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Learn to Sew: Sewing Machine Skills for Teens

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Cross Stitch with Pride (ages 12-17)

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Maxine White Warfield Room at Central Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Ages 12 - 17. Registration required. Celebrate Pride Month by cross stitching your own bookmark. Use a rainbow pattern or design your own. Perfect for beginners.  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Required
Event Details:

Ages 12 - 17. Registration required.

Celebrate Pride Month by cross stitching your own bookmark. Use a rainbow pattern or design your own. Perfect for beginners.

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Book Club: Pride Month!

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Studio B at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Community Events
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Read and discuss alongside fellow teen bookworms! This month’s title is Hani and Ishu's Guide to Fake Dating by Adiba Jaigirdar. Pick up a copy at the Glenwood Branch customer...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events
Required
Event Details:

Read and discuss alongside fellow teen bookworms! This month’s title is Hani and Ishu's Guide to Fake Dating by Adiba Jaigirdar. Pick up a copy at the Glenwood Branch customer service desk, or online via Libby. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Women of Excellence: Historic Resilience Through the Lens of Black Women

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Marvin Thomas Room at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, History & Genealogy, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

You can attend this presentation by local historian and educator Marcus "Sankofa" Nicks either in person at our HCLS East Columbia Branch or online.  If you would like to atte...

Open
Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Marvin Thomas Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, History & Genealogy, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Required
Event Details:

You can attend this presentation by local historian and educator Marcus "Sankofa" Nicks either in person at our HCLS East Columbia Branch or online.  If you would like to attend the webinar, please register

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Women of Excellence: Historic Resilience Through the Lens of Black Women (ONLINE)

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Terrapin Online Classroom at Online Branch
Program Type:
Culture & Language, History & Genealogy, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

You can attend this presentation by local historian and educator Marcus "Sankofa" Nicks either online or in person at our HCLS East Columbia Branch.  If you would like to atte...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Terrapin Online Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Culture & Language, History & Genealogy, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Required
Event Details:

You can attend this presentation by local historian and educator Marcus "Sankofa" Nicks either online or in person at our HCLS East Columbia Branch.  If you would like to attend in person, please register

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Create a 'Zine and Self Publish w/ J. Scott

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
DIY Design Studio at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Author & Literary Events, Culture & Language, DIY & Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create and self publish your own independent magazine. Often referred to as a 'Zine, these DIY publications are created by folding paper into a booklet, and offer authors and artis...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Author & Literary Events, Culture & Language, DIY & Makerspace
Required
Event Details:

Create and self publish your own independent magazine. Often referred to as a 'Zine, these DIY publications are created by folding paper into a booklet, and offer authors and artists a wide variety of content, style, and freedom when publishing.

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

Bilingual Stories and Playtime (all ages with adult) TK

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Seahorse Children's Classroom at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Culture & Language, Early Learning, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Children, Everyone
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Culture & Language, Early Learning, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:

All ages with adult. 30 minutes. Ticket required.

Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, songs and rhymes. Followed by a playtime.

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

Pajama Time (all ages) TK

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Central Children's Classroom at Central Branch
Program Type:
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
Program Type:

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.