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Move to Learn: Fitness Fun (ages 1-4 w/adult)

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Avalon Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children

Ages 1-4 years with adult. 45 min. Registration and signed release form required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 1-4 years with adult. 45 min. Registration and signed release form required.

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

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children

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: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning
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. 

Just for Me (Ages 3-6, independently)

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Albert Einstein Classroom at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children

Just for Me

Ages 3-6, independently; 30 min. Limited Attendance. Name tag required.

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

Just for Me

Ages 3-6, independently; 30 min. Limited Attendance. Name tag required.

Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/adult)

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Maxine White Warfield Room at Central Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children

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

Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. 

Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

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

Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. 

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

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 4:00pm
Elkridge Branch
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:

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

close-up of sewing machine and tools

Sewing Machine Basics

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DIY Design Studio at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults

Have you always wanted to learn to sew? Or would you like to give sewing a try without purchasing a machine? Or maybe it’s been a while and you just need a refresher. In this class you will learn the basics of using a sewing machine.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you always wanted to learn to sew? Or would you like to give sewing a try without purchasing a machine? Or maybe it’s been a while and you just need a refresher. In this class you will learn the basics of using a sewing machine.

Copy of potential MWMS music night

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 7:45pm
Belmont / Hockley Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Community Events
Age Group:
Teens

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Cancelled
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Belmont / Hockley Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events
Event Details:

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Teen Space (ages 11-17)

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Studio B at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Teens

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

Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

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

Copy of ELMS at the Library

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Elkridge Studio at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, History & Genealogy

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Cancelled
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Program Type: Community Events, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

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Teen Takeover (ages 11-18)

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Area (CEN) at Central Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Teens

Ages 11-18. Drop-in. 

Take over the teen area after school. Enjoy a free snack, hang out, do homework, play games, and more!

Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Teen Area (CEN)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Ages 11-18. Drop-in. 

Take over the teen area after school. Enjoy a free snack, hang out, do homework, play games, and more!

Elem'Up

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Walter Dean Myers at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Children

Afterschool activities for ages 9-11; including arts and crafts, makerspace activities, book clubs and homework support

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Walter Dean Myers
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Afterschool activities for ages 9-11; including arts and crafts, makerspace activities, book clubs and homework support

Teens Teach Math Homework Help (Ages 6 - 14)

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Oriole Study Room (Elkridge) at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM

Math homework giving you headaches? Don't understand the assignment? Or would you just like to improve your math skills? Let our teen volunteer Math Helper help! Drop in.

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Oriole Study Room (Elkridge)
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Math homework giving you headaches? Don't understand the assignment? Or would you just like to improve your math skills? Let our teen volunteer Math Helper help! Drop in.

English Conversation Club

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Carl Sagan Conference Room at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Adult English Classes, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults

The English Conversation Club (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: Savage Branch
Room: Carl Sagan Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult English Classes, Culture & Language
Registration Required
Event Details:

The English Conversation Club (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

Elkridge Branch Debate Academy Teens Teach

Debate Academy: Master Public Speaking

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hockley Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Culture & Language
Age Group:
Teens

Calling all Middle School Students! Want to enhance your public speaking skills? Practice speech and debate in a safe space to prepare for high school level competitions.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Hockley Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Culture & Language
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all Middle School Students! Want to enhance your public speaking skills? Practice speech and debate in a safe space to prepare for high school level competitions.

Egg Carton Bunny Portraits

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Avalon Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults

Gather with other crafty adults and transform everyday materials into charming spring-inspired artwork by creating whimsical bunny portraits from upcycled egg cartons, picture frames, and patterned papers.&n

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gather with other crafty adults and transform everyday materials into charming spring-inspired artwork by creating whimsical bunny portraits from upcycled egg cartons, picture frames, and patterned papers.&n

SAT Practice Test Scoreback Session

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
CEN Studio at Central Branch
Program Type:
College & Trade Schools
Age Group:
Teens

Those who attended the practice digital SAT last Saturday are welcome to attend this scoreback session to receive their scores, learn tips and tricks from C2 Education, and ask questions. Parents/guardians welcome!

Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: College & Trade Schools
Event Details:

Those who attended the practice digital SAT last Saturday are welcome to attend this scoreback session to receive their scores, learn tips and tricks from C2 Education, and ask questions. Parents/guardians welcome!

colored anime-style drawing of three figures in Japanese style garb

Advanced Anime Association

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DaVinci Meeting Room at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Community Events
Age Group:
Adults

Because anime & manga aren’t just for kids… join us at the Advanced Anime Association. A safe space to geek out about anime, manga, and all things related with like-minded people who are of a similar advanced age.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: DaVinci Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Because anime & manga aren’t just for kids… join us at the Advanced Anime Association. A safe space to geek out about anime, manga, and all things related with like-minded people who are of a similar advanced age.

The Gathering: ERCC Salon Series

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space at Central Branch
Program Type:
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Adults

The Gathering, a new monthly salon series hosted at the Equity Resource Center & Collection, is inspired by the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance and 1860's Paris.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Gathering, a new monthly salon series hosted at the Equity Resource Center & Collection, is inspired by the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance and 1860's Paris.

Ink & Impact: Women's Fiction Spotlight

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the power of women’s stories and the authors who bring them to life. Ink & Impact features four exceptional writers whose work spans historical fiction, romance, fantasy, a
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the power of women’s stories and the authors who bring them to life. Ink & Impact features four exceptional writers whose work spans historical fiction, romance, fantasy, a

Pajama Time (ages 0-5+ with adult) TK

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Seahorse Children's Classroom at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
Pajama Time:

Infant - age 5 with adult, older children welcome; 30 min.  Ticket required.A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting ...

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

Pajama Time

Infant - age 5 with adult, older children welcome; 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.

Pajama Time (All Ages) TK

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Children's Classroom at Central Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children

All ages with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required.

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

All ages with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required.

energy meter

Think of the Planet: Your BGE Energy Bills

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Belmont Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Career, Business & Finance, Community Events, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Adults

This program was originally scheduled for January and postponed due to weather. It has been rescheduled and will now take place in person at the Elkridge Branch, with a live webinar option also available.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Belmont Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Career, Business & Finance, Community Events, Gardening & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program was originally scheduled for January and postponed due to weather. It has been rescheduled and will now take place in person at the Elkridge Branch, with a live webinar option also available.

energy meter

Think of the Planet: Your BGE Energy Bills (ONLINE)

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online Branch
Program Type:
Career, Business & Finance, Community Events, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Adults

This program was originally scheduled for January and postponed due to weather. It has been rescheduled and will now be offered as a live webinar, with an in-person option at the Elkridge Branch.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Career, Business & Finance, Community Events, Gardening & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program was originally scheduled for January and postponed due to weather. It has been rescheduled and will now be offered as a live webinar, with an in-person option at the Elkridge Branch.

a woman using a router

Tool Thursday: Router

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DIY Design Studio at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults

Learn a new skill at the DIY Center every first Thursday of the month. This month, get hands-on with routers and experience the decorative trim and joinery you can accomplish with them.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn a new skill at the DIY Center every first Thursday of the month. This month, get hands-on with routers and experience the decorative trim and joinery you can accomplish with them.