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Anime Club

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Savage Studio (Classroom) at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Ages: 11 - 18. Watch anime together, make art/crafts, and explore Japanese language/cultural tie-ins at this meet up for fellow anime fans. Drop-ins encouraged and welcom...

Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage Studio (Classroom)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language
Event Details:

Ages: 11 - 18. Watch anime together, make art/crafts, and explore Japanese language/cultural tie-ins at this meet up for fellow anime fans. Drop-ins encouraged and welcomed!

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

HoCo Bee City Presents: Seed Saving Basics

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Enchanted Garden at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to save seeds from your garden so that you can enjoy them for seasons to come! We will discuss how to save seeds from both flowers and vegetables. We will meet in the Enc...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Enchanted Garden
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Nature
Required
Event Details:

Learn how to save seeds from your garden so that you can enjoy them for seasons to come! We will discuss how to save seeds from both flowers and vegetables.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

'Zine Workshop with J. Scott in Equity Resource Center

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space at Central Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Author & Literary Events, Culture & Language, DIY & Makerspace, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Got something to say! Join us at the Central Branch, in the Equity Resource Center for a month long workshop where you'll be creating your own 'Zine. Learn about the history of Zin...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Author & Literary Events, Culture & Language, DIY & Makerspace, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Required
Event Details:

Got something to say! Join us at the Central Branch, in the Equity Resource Center for a month long workshop where you'll be creating your own 'Zine.

This event is in the "Children" group.

STEAM Team [3rd-5th grade] RG

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Avalon Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

3rd-5th grade.  45 min.  Registration required.  Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities. Please register for each clas...

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

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

Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English for Beginning Language Learners - Adult (In-Person)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy) at Central Branch
Program Type:
Adult English Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult English Classes
Required
Event Details:

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

Pajama Time (families) TK

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Albert Einstein Classroom at Savage 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 ...

Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein 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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

2025 HCLS Spelling Bee & Bumble Bee Information Session (online)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Merriweather Online Classroom at Online Branch
Program Type:
Culture & Language
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Information will be presented regarding Spelling Bee and Bumble Bee administration and expectations. For Bee Coordinators, teachers, spellers and their families.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Merriweather Online Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Culture & Language
Required
Event Details:

Information will be presented regarding Spelling Bee and Bumble Bee administration and expectations. For Bee Coordinators, teachers, spellers and their families.

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

Chess Club

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Patapsco Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Everyone
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 acc...

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Patapsco 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 "Adults" group.

Eclectic Evenings Meeting (Online)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Classes & Events at Online Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Read and discuss a wide array of fiction and nonfiction titles. 2nd Tuesdays, 7-8 pm *Please note that this discussion is taking place on the third Tuesday. HCLS is closed Tuesd...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Online Classes & Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Event Details:

Read and discuss a wide array of fiction and nonfiction titles.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft Works: Classic Book Pumpkin

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
CEN Studio at Central Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Required
Event Details:

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 own Classic Book Pumpkin!

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

Knot Just Knitters

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Studio A at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, DIY & Makerspace
Age Group:
, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Ages 11-18 & Adults; Drop-in, 90 min. Beginners welcome! Work on your stitching, knitting or crocheting projects while chatting and sharing ideas. Find inspiration as y...

Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio A
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 "Adults" group.

Quilted Story Pillows

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
DIY Design Studio at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Make a decorative pillow personalized with an image or photo of your choice! We provide the sewing machine, tools, and fabric. This is a 3-session series. You must have previous...

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

Make a decorative pillow personalized with an image or photo of your choice! We provide the sewing machine, tools, and fabric.

This is a 3-session series. You must have previous sewing experience.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

New! World Language Café: Film Night

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

New! World Language Café: Film Night Introducing the World Language Café: Film Night. Join us each quarter as we feature a different world language film. We kick off in October ...

Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Required
Event Details:

New! World Language Café: Film Night

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English As A Second Language High Intermediate to Advanced Levels (Online)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Online Branch
Program Type:
Adult English Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult English Classes
Required
Event Details:

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 event is in the "Adults" group.

Reading, Writing & Grammar - Adult (Online)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Online Branch
Program Type:
Adult English Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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 is a class for ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult English Classes
Required
Event Details:

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 event is in the "Adults" group.

English As A Second Language High Intermediate to Advanced Levels (Online)

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Online Branch
Program Type:
Adult English Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult English Classes
Required
Event Details:

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 event is in the "Adults" group.

Reading & Vocabulary For Intermediate English Language Learners - Adult (In-Person)

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy) at Central Branch
Program Type:
Adult English Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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 is an in-person...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult English Classes
Required
Event Details:

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 event is in the "Children" group.

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

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Seahorse Children's Classroom at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music
Age Group:
Children
3, 2, FUN:

Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min.  Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and liste...

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music

3, 2, FUN

Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min.  Ticket required.

Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. 

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Time For Us (18 months-3 years with adult) TK

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Albert Einstein Classroom at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

TIME FOR US Ages 18 months-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Develop early learning skills through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Tickets available 15...

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

TIME FOR US

Ages 18 months-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Develop early learning skills through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B at East Columbia Branch
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:

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

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
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 activities, and playtime. 

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

Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Little Learners: Fall Into Science [ages 3-5 w/adult] TK

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Miller Children's Classroom at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required. A class exploring simple science concepts and experiments inspired by children's literature. Tickets available at the children's...

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

Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required.

A class exploring simple science concepts and experiments inspired by children's literature.

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

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

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Seahorse Children's Classroom at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music
Age Group:
Children
3, 2, FUN:

Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min.  Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and liste...

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music

3, 2, FUN

Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min.  Ticket required.

Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. 

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

American English Pronunciation - Adult (Online)

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Online Branch
Program Type:
Adult English Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult English Classes
Required
Event Details:

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! 

The Getty: A Passion for Fashion. From the Age of Impressionism to Modern Times

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Merriweather Online Classroom at Online Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Culture & Language, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

The Getty: A Passion for Fashion.  From the Age of Impressionism to Modern Times   Clothing from the end of the Age of Impressionism to modern times is a roller coa...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Merriweather Online Classroom
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Culture & Language, History & Genealogy
Required
Event Details:

The Getty: A Passion for Fashion.  From the Age of Impressionism to Modern Times