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Time for Us (ages 18-35 months, with adult)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Children's Classroom at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
Time for Us:

Ages 18-35 months with adult; 30 min.  Ticket required. Toddlers gain coordination and control when using small and large muscles through stories, music, movement, fingerpl...

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

Time for Us

Ages 18-35 months with adult; 30 min.  Ticket required.

Toddlers gain coordination and control when using small and large muscles through stories, music, movement, fingerplays, rhyme, and playtime activities. 

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

Baby's Play Date (ages infant-23 months with adult)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace
Age Group:
Children

Play with toys and new friends read a board book and enjoy music developing cognitive motor and social skills. Ages infant-23 months with adult. Allow 20 min.

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:

Play with toys and new friends read a board book and enjoy music developing cognitive motor and social skills. Ages infant-23 months with adult. Allow 20 min.

Just for Me (ages 3-5) TK

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Seahorse Children's Classroom at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Children
Just for Me:

Ages 3-5; 30 min.  Ticket required Preschoolers go to class on their own.  They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories.&n...

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!

Just for Me

Ages 3-5; 30 min.  Ticket required

Preschoolers go to class on their own.  They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories.  They may also learn about shapes and numbers, use scissors, draw and write, make guesses about what is going to happen, learn about the world, and be creative. 

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

 

Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
Play Partners:

Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activitie...

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

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Play Partners

Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Infants 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.

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

All By Myself (ages 4-6)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Miller Children's Classroom at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
All by Myself:

Ages 4-6; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers go to class on their own.  They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stori...

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

All by Myself

Ages 4-6; 30 min. Ticket required.

Preschoolers go to class on their own.  They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories.  They may also learn about shapes and numbers, use scissors, draw and write, make guesses about what is going to happen, learn about the world, and be creative. 

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

 

Baby's Play Date (ages infant-23 months with adult)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children

Play with toys and new friends read a board book and enjoy music developing cognitive motor and social skills. Ages infant-23 months with adult. Allow 20 min.

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Play with toys and new friends read a board book and enjoy music developing cognitive motor and social skills. Ages infant-23 months with adult. Allow 20 min.

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

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Maxine White Warfield Room at Central Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Children

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

Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

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

Teen Takeover (ages 11-18)

Wednesday, January 21, 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

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:30pm
ECO Makerspace (Was Homework Room) 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: ECO Makerspace (Was Homework Room)
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

Black-Eyed Susan Chapter Book Club (Grades 3-5) RG

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Children's Classroom at Central Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Children

Grades 3-5. 60 minutes. RG, registered.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. 60 minutes. RG, registered.

Black-Eyed Susan Picture Book Club (Grades K5-3rd) RG

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Maxine White Warfield Room at Central Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Children

Students who are ages 5-9 and in grades Kindergarten-3rd. 60 minutes. RG, Registered.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Students who are ages 5-9 and in grades Kindergarten-3rd. 60 minutes. RG, Registered.

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Writing Your Story (3 Part Series)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
CEN Studio at Central Branch
Program Type:
Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults

In this three week program, we will work on our own stories together, setting goals and learning about what makes for powerful stories. We will discuss openings, plot, character, and revision together. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture & Language
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this three week program, we will work on our own stories together, setting goals and learning about what makes for powerful stories. We will discuss openings, plot, character, and revision together. 

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

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Elkridge Studio at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Children, Everyone

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!

 

Teen Beyond Words

Teen Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch (Ages 11-21)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Teens

For Teens Ages 11-21 with learning/developmental disabilities.

Come and participate at 5 different activity stations. 

This month’s theme: WEATHER

Registration is required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Teens Ages 11-21 with learning/developmental disabilities.

Come and participate at 5 different activity stations. 

This month’s theme: WEATHER

Registration is required.

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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.

Introduction to 3D Printing Using MakerBot

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Studio A at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn how to use 3D printing to create designs for fabrication on the Makerspace Makerbot Method x3D printer.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use 3D printing to create designs for fabrication on the Makerspace Makerbot Method x3D printer.

Southwest Cuisine

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.

Upcoming
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.

Nonfiction Book Club (online)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Book Clubs at Online Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Book Clubs
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections.

Bas Bleu Book Discussion Group

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Patapsco Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Bas Bleu, French for “bluestocking,” refers to an intellectual or literary woman.  We read a variety of literary fiction, and all are welcome – not just bluestockings!

Join us for a discussion of the following books:

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Patapsco Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bas Bleu, French for “bluestocking,” refers to an intellectual or literary woman.  We read a variety of literary fiction, and all are welcome – not just bluestockings!

Join us for a discussion of the following books:

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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:

 

Play Partners (infant - 23 months, with adult)

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Miller Children's Classroom at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Children
Play Partners:

Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activitie...

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

Play Partners

Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Infants 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.

Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/adult) TK

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
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. 

Baby's Play Date (infant-23 months)

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Abacus Classroom at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning
Age Group:
Children

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.

All Together Now, Ages Everyone

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Pindell Room at Glenwood 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: Glenwood Branch
Room: Pindell Room
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.