This event is in the "Everyone" group. May the 4th Be With You - Star Wars Activities (families-walk in) All Day 5/1 - 5/8 Central Branch at Central Branch Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace Age Group: Everyone Event Details: Celebrate the excitement of Star Wars with DIY crafts, bookmarks and scavenger hunts. Prove yourself to be a true Jedi Knight and you may be knighted. This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 1 - 8 2024 May the 4th Be With You - Star Wars Activities (families-walk in) All Day 5/1 - 5/8 Central Branch Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Branch Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace Event Details: Celebrate the excitement of Star Wars with DIY crafts, bookmarks and scavenger hunts. Prove yourself to be a true Jedi Knight and you may be knighted.
This event is in the "Adults" group. High School Diploma For Adults Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Online Branch Program Type: High School Diploma Age Group: Adults Event Details: Earn a Maryland high school diploma for adults! Join this information session to learn about the entry requirements, program structure, and support resources available to eligible ... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2024 Wed High School Diploma For Adults 10:00am - 11:00am Online Branch Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: High School Diploma Event Details: Earn a Maryland high school diploma for adults!
This event is in the "Children" group. Baby's Play Date (infant-23 months) Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:15am Abacus Classroom at Savage Branch Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Age Group: Children Event Details: Allow 20 min. Play with our toys, read a board book, and visit with others. This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2024 Wed Baby's Play Date (infant-23 months) 10:00am - 11:15am Savage Branch Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Abacus Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Event Details: Allow 20 min. Play with our toys, read a board book, and visit with others.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Coloring with Friends Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am CEN Studio at Central Branch Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, DIY & Makerspace Age Group: Adults Event Details: Adults, 90 minutes, registration required Are you looking for a creative outlet and a chance to meet new people? Join us for coloring and camaraderie as we explore the adult col... Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2024 Wed Coloring with Friends 10:00am - 11:30am Central Branch Open Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, DIY & Makerspace Required Event Details: Adults, 90 minutes, registration required
This event is in the "Adults" group. American English Pronunciation - Adult (Online) Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Online Branch Program Type: Culture & Language Age Group: Adults Event Details: This class is designed for English language learners. Improve your spoken English as we focus on listening and speaking skills with an emphasis on everyday pronunciation,... Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2024 Wed American English Pronunciation - Adult (Online) 10:00am - 12:00pm Online Branch Closed Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Culture & Language Required Event Details: This class is designed for English language learners. Improve your spoken English as we focus on listening and speaking skills with an emphasis on everyday pronunciation, intonation, and stress, as well as unique American rhythms.
This event is in the "Children" group. On the Road to Kindergarten at Kahler Hall (ORK) Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm ORK at Mobile Branch Program Type: Community Events, Age Group: Children On the Road to Kindergarten (ORK): Children, infants to age 5, with parents & caregivers. The library is coming to your neighborhood. It’s free! Help prepare your young children for kindergarten. ... Event Details: 1st Wednesday’s 10 am-12 pm Apr 3, May 1, Jun 5 Kahler Hall - Village of Harper’s Choice 5440 Old Tucker Row | Columbia, MD 21044 In case of inc... This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2024 Wed On the Road to Kindergarten at Kahler Hall (ORK) 10:00am - 12:00pm Mobile Branch Library Branch: Mobile Branch Room: ORK Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Events, On the Road to Kindergarten (ORK) Children, infants to age 5, with parents & caregivers. The library is coming to your neighborhood. It’s free! Help prepare your young children for kindergarten. Borrow books and other items like activity kits and toys. Learn about community resources. Use our free Wi-Fi. More information: hclibrary.org/ork ¡La biblioteca llega a su vecindario! Niños, bebés hasta los 5 años con padres y cuidadores. Pida prestado libros y otros artículos. Pida prestado kits de actividades y juguetes. Obtenga más información sobre los recursos comunitarios. Utilice nuestro wi-fi gratuito. Más información: hclibrary.org/ork Event Details: 1st Wednesday’s 10 am-12 pm Apr 3, May 1, Jun 5 Kahler Hall - Village of Harper’s Choice 5440 Old Tucker Row | Columbia, MD 21044
This event is in the "Adults" group. Preparation for US Citizenship Exam - Adult (Online) Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Online Branch Program Type: Culture & Language Age Group: Adults Event Details: This class is designed for English language learners who are interested in taking the US citizenship exam. You'll receive an email invitation to attend an orientation first.&n... Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2024 Wed Preparation for US Citizenship Exam - Adult (Online) 10:00am - 12:00pm Online Branch Closed Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Culture & Language Required Event Details: This class is designed for English language learners who are interested in taking the US citizenship exam. You'll receive an email invitation to attend an orientation first. This orientation is required for all participants.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Reading & Vocabulary For English Language Learners - Adult (In-Person) Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy) at Central Branch Program Type: Culture & Language Age Group: Adults Event Details: This is an in-person class designed for adult English language learners. Improve your reading level and English language knowledge with evidence-based strategies that build your re... Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2024 Wed Reading & Vocabulary For English Language Learners - Adult (In-Person) 10:00am - 12:00pm Central Branch Closed Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Culture & Language Required Event Details: This is an in-person class designed for adult English language learners. Improve your reading level and English language knowledge with evidence-based strategies that build your reading skills.
This event is in the "Children" group. 3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK Wednesday, May 1, 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... This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2024 Wed 3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Elkridge Branch 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, May 1, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am Albert Einstein Classroom at Savage Branch Program Type: Age Group: Children Event Details: TIME FOR US Ages 18 months-3 years with adult; 30 min. Develop early learning skills through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Ticket required. Tickets available... This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2024 Wed Time For Us (18 months-3 years with adult) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Savage Branch Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Event Details: TIME FOR US Ages 18 months-3 years with adult; 30 min. Develop early learning skills through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group. Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK Wednesday, May 1, 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. This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2024 Wed Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK 10:30am - 11:00am East Columbia Branch 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. Explore and Play [ages 2-5 w/adult] Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am Avalon Room at Miller Branch Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Children Event Details: Ages 2-5 w/adult. Play with puzzles and toys from the library's toy collection. Check out a toy to take home! This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2024 Wed Explore and Play [ages 2-5 w/adult] 10:30am - 11:30am Miller Branch Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Avalon Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Ages 2-5 w/adult. Play with puzzles and toys from the library's toy collection. Check out a toy to take home!
This event is in the "Children" group. 3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK Wednesday, May 1, 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... This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2024 Wed 3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK 11:15am - 11:45am Elkridge Branch 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. Lei Day! (ages 3 & up with adult) TK Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:15pm Albert Einstein Classroom at Savage Branch Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games! Age Group: Children, Event Details: Ages 3 & up with adult; 30-45 min. Ticket required. In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month; celebrate the Aloha spirit through Hawaiian stories and make a l... This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2024 Wed Lei Day! (ages 3 & up with adult) TK 11:30am - 12:15pm Savage Branch Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Ages 3 & up with adult; 30-45 min. Ticket required. In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month; celebrate the Aloha spirit through Hawaiian stories and make a lei! Ticket required.
This event is in the "Children" group. All Together Now (All ages) TK Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B at East Columbia Branch Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM 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... Event Details: Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2024 Wed All Together Now (All ages) TK 1:30pm - 2:00pm East Columbia Branch Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM 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. Event Details: Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group. Just for Me (ages 3-5) TK Wednesday, May 1, 2024 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... This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2024 Wed Just for Me (ages 3-5) TK 1:30pm - 2:00pm Elkridge Branch 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. On the Road to Kindergarten at Howard Crossing Apartment Homes (ORK) Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm ORK at Mobile Branch Program Type: Community Events, Age Group: Children On the Road to Kindergarten (ORK): Children, infants to age 5, with parents & caregivers. The library is coming to your neighborhood. It’s free! Help prepare your young children for kindergarten. ... Event Details: 1st Wednesday of the month; 2 - 3:30 pm Apr 3, May 1 & Jun 5 Howard Crossing Apartment Homes 8732 Town and County Blvd. Ellicott City, MD 21043 At the leasing offic... This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2024 Wed On the Road to Kindergarten at Howard Crossing Apartment Homes (ORK) 2:00pm - 3:30pm Mobile Branch Library Branch: Mobile Branch Room: ORK Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Events, On the Road to Kindergarten (ORK) Children, infants to age 5, with parents & caregivers. The library is coming to your neighborhood. It’s free! Help prepare your young children for kindergarten. Borrow books and other items like activity kits and toys. Learn about community resources. Use our free Wi-Fi. More information: hclibrary.org/ork ¡La biblioteca llega a su vecindario! Niños, bebés hasta los 5 años con padres y cuidadores. Pida prestado libros y otros artículos. Pida prestado kits de actividades y juguetes. Obtenga más información sobre los recursos comunitarios. Utilice nuestro wi-fi gratuito. Más información: hclibrary.org/ork Event Details: 1st Wednesday of the month; 2 - 3:30 pm Apr 3, May 1 & Jun 5 Howard Crossing Apartment Homes 8732 Town and County Blvd. Ellicott City, MD 21043
This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Space Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm Studio B at Glenwood Branch Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness Age Group: , Teens Event Details: After school supervised safe-space for middle and high school students. Socialize with peers, do homework, or enjoy optional games, crafts, and other activities. Healthy snacks pro... This event is in the "Teens" group. May 1 2024 Wed Teen Space 3:30pm - 5:00pm Glenwood Branch Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness Event Details: After school supervised safe-space for middle and high school students. Socialize with peers, do homework, or enjoy optional games, crafts, and other activities. Healthy snacks provided while supplies last. Drop in.
This event is in the "Teens" group. The Meetup Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm Walter Dean Myers Homework Room at East Columbia Branch Age Group: , Teens Event Details: A hang out for teens to connect, play games and create. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 1 2024 Wed The Meetup 3:30pm - 5:30pm East Columbia Branch Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room Age Group: Teens Event Details: A hang out for teens to connect, play games and create.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Illustrate with Procreate Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Belmont Room at Elkridge Branch Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM Age Group: Teens Event Details: Have you ever looked at a digital illustration and wondered “How did they do that?” Learn tips, tricks, and the steps to creating your own illustration in the iPad app, Procr... Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. May 1 2024 Wed Illustrate with Procreate 4:00pm - 5:00pm Elkridge Branch Open Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Belmont Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Have you ever looked at a digital illustration and wondered “How did they do that?” Learn tips, tricks, and the steps to creating your own illustration in the iPad app, Procreate. Taught by a HiTech instructor.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Video Gaming & Chill Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 4:15pm - 6:15pm Elkridge Studio at Elkridge Branch Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Culture & Language Age Group: Teens Event Details: Challenge your friends - and make new ones - to a round of Mario Kart or Smash Bros. Settle which of your favorite NBA players is truly the GOAT in NBA2k-24. Or check out som... This event is in the "Teens" group. May 1 2024 Wed Video Gaming & Chill 4:15pm - 6:15pm Elkridge Branch Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Elkridge Studio Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Culture & Language Event Details: Challenge your friends - and make new ones - to a round of Mario Kart or Smash Bros. Settle which of your favorite NBA players is truly the GOAT in NBA2k-24. Or check out some of our other great titles for Nintendo Switch and PS5!
This event is in the "Children" group. Fairy House Engineering (Ages 6-8, TK) Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Central Children's Classroom at Central Branch Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM Age Group: Children Event Details: Ages 6-8, 45 minutes. TK, Ticketed. Celebrate May Day by welcoming fairies and other creatures into your garden! Construct and decorate a fairy house using natur... This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2024 Wed Fairy House Engineering (Ages 6-8, TK) 4:30pm - 5:15pm Central Branch Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 6-8, 45 minutes. TK, Ticketed. Celebrate May Day by welcoming fairies and other creatures into your garden! Construct and decorate a fairy house using natural materials.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Adult AV Lab Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm Savage AV Studio at Savage Branch Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM Age Group: Adults Event Details: Drop-in to use the equipment in the A/V Studio! Record and mix music or create and edit movies with the help of a HiTech Instructor. No registration required. Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2024 Wed Adult AV Lab 5:00pm - 7:00pm Savage Branch Open Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Savage AV Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Drop-in to use the equipment in the A/V Studio! Record and mix music or create and edit movies with the help of a HiTech Instructor. No registration required.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm Seahorse Children's Classroom at Elkridge Branch Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Age Group: Event Details: 3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes - 1 hour. Registration required. Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build... Closed Required May 1 2024 Wed Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade 5:30pm - 6:15pm Elkridge Branch Closed Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: 3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes - 1 hour. Registration required.
