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English Conversation Class

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Grist Mill Conference Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation s...

Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Grist Mill Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Ask An Expert Cyclist

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Savage Other Location at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Drop in and learn to fix a flat, raise a seat, adjust the brakes, or get answers to other basic cycling questions. Learn how and where to ride, cycling-related discounts, group rid...

Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage Other Location
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Drop in and learn to fix a flat, raise a seat, adjust the brakes, or get answers to other basic cycling questions. Learn how and where to ride, cycling-related discounts, group rides and racing, commuting, and regular repair and maintenance.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner Bonsai workshop for Adults (June)

Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create your own bonsai: The Maryland Bonsai Association and the Howard County Library System offer a special beginner bonsai workshop. Ages 18+About the Workshop:Discover the ancie...

Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Gardening & Nature
Required
Event Details:

Create your own bonsai: The Maryland Bonsai Association and the Howard County Library System offer a special beginner bonsai workshop. Ages 18+


About the Workshop:

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Grist Mill Conference Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation s...

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

Veterans: Visit with a Social Worker from the Baltimore VA Community Resource & Referral Center (CRRC)

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Lobby (Savage) at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Veterans: drop in to meet with a Social Worker for the Baltimore Veterans Administration Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC), ask questions, seek support, and get informa...

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

Veterans: drop in to meet with a Social Worker for the Baltimore Veterans Administration Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC), ask questions, seek support, and get information on the services provided at the CRRC in Baltimore.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Good Reads Book Club (In-Person)

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Marvin Thomas Room at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Community Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for thought-provoking reads and engaging discussions? Join us for lively conversations in a welcoming atmosphere.April 25: The Fraud by Zadie SmithMay 23: Our Missing Heart...

Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Marvin Thomas Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knot Just Knitters

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 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 you t...

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.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Grist Mill Conference Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation s...

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

Advanced Anime Association

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
DaVinci Room at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults
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 peop...

Required
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: DaVinci Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Culture & Language
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The UnBook Reading Group

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

 The UnBook Reading Group Connect with a community of readers without the stress of assigned reading! Bring the book of your choice, read silently in a comfy spot at Back...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events
Required
Event Details:

 

The UnBook Reading Group

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Grist Mill Conference Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation s...

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

Adult Beyond Words

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Step into the fun and active world of Adult Beyond Words, an inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of people (ages 18+) with devel...

Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Step into the fun and active world of Adult Beyond Words, an inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of people (ages 18+) with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Veterans: Visit with a Social Worker from the Baltimore VA Community Resource & Referral Center (CRRC)

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Lobby (Central) at Central Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Veterans: drop in to meet with a Social Worker for the Baltimore Veterans Administration Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC), ask questions, seek support, and get informa...

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

Veterans: drop in to meet with a Social Worker for the Baltimore Veterans Administration Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC), ask questions, seek support, and get information on the services provided at the CRRC in Baltimore.

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

Knot Just Knitters

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 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 you t...

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.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Grist Mill Conference Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation s...

Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Grist Mill Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language
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 "Children" group.

Read with a Ranger

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Children's Classroom at Central Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Explore the natural world through stories and activities with a Howard County Park Ranger. Learn how to spot the signs of wild animals and see their tracks up close, or silent...

Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Events, Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

Explore the natural world through stories and activities with a Howard County Park Ranger. Learn how to spot the signs of wild animals and see their tracks up close, or silently glide into the world of owls and make a craft.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Grist Mill Conference Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation s...

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

Good Reads Book Club (In-Person)

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Marvin Thomas Room at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Community Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for thought-provoking reads and engaging discussions? Join us for lively conversations in a welcoming atmosphere.April 25: The Fraud by Zadie SmithMay 23: Our Missing Heart...

Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Marvin Thomas Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events
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.

The Living Art of Bonsai (July 2025)

Sunday, July 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Patapsco/Avalon Rooms at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn the art on Bonsai through a presentation. This presentation will discuss types of plants, pots, tools and other resources to get started with bonsai. Please register wit...

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

Learn the art on Bonsai through a presentation. This presentation will discuss types of plants, pots, tools and other resources to get started with bonsai. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Grist Mill Conference Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation s...

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

Veterans: Visit with a Social Worker from the Baltimore VA Community Resource & Referral Center (CRRC)

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Lobby (Savage) at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Veterans: drop in to meet with a Social Worker for the Baltimore Veterans Administration Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC), ask questions, seek support, and get informa...

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

Veterans: drop in to meet with a Social Worker for the Baltimore Veterans Administration Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC), ask questions, seek support, and get information on the services provided at the CRRC in Baltimore.

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

Knot Just Knitters

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 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 you t...

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.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Grist Mill Conference Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation s...

Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Grist Mill Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Read with a Ranger (ages 2-10 with adult) TK

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Seahorse Children's Classroom at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Children, Everyone
Event Details:

Families (Recommended for ages 2-10).  45-60 min. Ticket required. Ticket available 15 minutes before class begins.Explore the natural world through stories and activitie...

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

Families (Recommended for ages 2-10).  45-60 min. Ticket required. Ticket available 15 minutes before class begins.