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Crafting Zero Proof Cocktails: Non-Alcoholic Mixology with Chris Marshall (ONLINE)

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Terrapin Online Classroom at Online Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

You're in for a treat! Join Chris Marshall, founder of Sans Bar—the very first non-alcoholic  b

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Terrapin Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're in for a treat! Join Chris Marshall, founder of Sans Bar—the very first non-alcoholic  b

This event is in the "Adults" group

Meet with Staff from Grassroots Crisis Intervention

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Lobby (Elkridge) at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Staff from Grassroots Crisis Intervention will be on-site to offer support and resources to community members experiencing mental health, substance use disorders, homelessness and food insecurity concerns.

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Lobby (Elkridge)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Staff from Grassroots Crisis Intervention will be on-site to offer support and resources to community members experiencing mental health, substance use disorders, homelessness and food insecurity concerns.

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grist Mill Conference Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults

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

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Grist Mill Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language
Registration Required
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

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

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department  

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 4:00pm
Miller Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department  

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Nonfiction Addiction Book Club (In-Person)

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
ECO Studio A (Teen Classroom) at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Community Events
Age Group:
Adults

 

 

Curious minds welcome! Come explore the world of nonfiction with us and join the conversation every third Thursday!
 

Jan 15: Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Studio A (Teen Classroom)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

 

Curious minds welcome! Come explore the world of nonfiction with us and join the conversation every third Thursday!
 

Jan 15: Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Nonfiction Addiction Book Club (Online)

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Book Clubs at Online Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Community Events, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults

 

 

Curious minds welcome! Come explore the world of nonfiction with us and join the conversation every third Thursday!
 

Jan 15: Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Book Clubs
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events, Culture & Language
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

 

Curious minds welcome! Come explore the world of nonfiction with us and join the conversation every third Thursday!
 

Jan 15: Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins 

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

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department 

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department 

Library Branch: Central Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department 

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

Knot Just Knitters

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Studio B at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, DIY & Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Ages 11-18 & Adults; Drop-in, 90 min.

Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:

Ages 11-18 & Adults; Drop-in, 90 min.

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

Chess Club

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Avalon Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Everyone

Looking to sharpen your chess skills?  Come drop in and challenge new opponents!  All skill levels and ages are welcome.

Note: Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Looking to sharpen your chess skills?  Come drop in and challenge new opponents!  All skill levels and ages are welcome.

Note: Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen D&D Club

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Avalon Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Teens

Due to its popularity, we will cap the number of players at a maximum of 20 on a first come, first served basis.

Doors open 15 minutes before game time.

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Due to its popularity, we will cap the number of players at a maximum of 20 on a first come, first served basis.

Doors open 15 minutes before game time.

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grist Mill Conference Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults

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

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Grist Mill Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language
Registration Required
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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cookbook corner at East Columbia Branch

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Marvin Thomas Room at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Adults

Explore various culinary cuisines/chefs of the world. A new cuisine/chef every month. This month's cuisine is Southwestern.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Marvin Thomas Room
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 cuisine is Southwestern.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Shall Not be Denied or Abridged: The Right to Vote in America

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Terrapin Online Classroom at Online Branch
Program Type:
Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Terrapin Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

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

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department  

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 4:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department  

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Good Reads Book Club (In-Person)

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
ECO Studio A (Teen Classroom) at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Community Events
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for thought-provoking reads and engaging discussions? Join us for lively conversations in a welcoming atmosphere.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Studio A (Teen Classroom)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for thought-provoking reads and engaging discussions? Join us for lively conversations in a welcoming atmosphere.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Puzzle & Board Game Swap

Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Maxine White Warfield Room at Central Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Swap gently used puzzles and board games with fellow enthusiasts. Share your favorite tips and tricks as you select puzzles and games that are new to you. Don't have anything to swap? No problem! We always have plenty to go around. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Registration Required
Event Details:

Swap gently used puzzles and board games with fellow enthusiasts. Share your favorite tips and tricks as you select puzzles and games that are new to you. Don't have anything to swap? No problem! We always have plenty to go around. 

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

A Critical Conversation for a Challenging Time: A Virtual Fireside Chat with Dr. Robin DiAngelo

Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Terrapin Online Classroom at Online Branch
Program Type:
Author & Literary Events, Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for an engaging fireside chat with New York Times best-selling author, Dr.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Terrapin Online Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging fireside chat with New York Times best-selling author, Dr.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Meet with Staff from Grassroots Crisis Intervention

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lobby (Central) at Central Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Staff from Grassroots Crisis Intervention will be on-site to offer support and resources to community members experiencing mental health, substance use disorders, homelessness and food insecurity concerns.

Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Lobby (Central)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Staff from Grassroots Crisis Intervention will be on-site to offer support and resources to community members experiencing mental health, substance use disorders, homelessness and food insecurity concerns.

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

Glenwood D&D Club (Ages 12+)

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Studio B at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for a casual D&D game, open to all experience levels, beginners welcome! Missed the first meeting? No problem--this D&D club is designed for flexibility! Ages 12+.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a casual D&D game, open to all experience levels, beginners welcome! Missed the first meeting? No problem--this D&D club is designed for flexibility! Ages 12+.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Asian American Literature Book Club (Online)

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adult Online Classroom at Online Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Adults

Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Adult Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles.

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

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department  

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 4:00pm
Savage Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department  

Library Branch: Savage Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mah Jongg Meet Up

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for friendly games of Mah Jongg with players of all levels of experience.  We have both American and Asian sets available!

2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings:

January 13 and 27

February 10 and 24

March 10 and 24

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Join us for friendly games of Mah Jongg with players of all levels of experience.  We have both American and Asian sets available!

2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings:

January 13 and 27

February 10 and 24

March 10 and 24

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Twenty-Something Coworking Club

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
CEN Studio at Central Branch
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for body doubling, social support, snacks, and dedicated ‘adulting’ time to tackle:

  • coursework

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for body doubling, social support, snacks, and dedicated ‘adulting’ time to tackle:

  • coursework

This event is in the "Adults" group

Think of the Planet: IN PERSON

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Avalon Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Adults

Your BGE Energy Bills: Why your bill is so high and what you can do to lower it.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Gardening & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Your BGE Energy Bills: Why your bill is so high and what you can do to lower it.