This event is in the "Adults" group Asian American Literature Book Club (Online) Monday, December 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adult Online Classroom at Online Branch Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Adults Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Asian American Literature Book Club (Online) 7:00pm–8:30pm Online Branch Open Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Adult Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles.
This event is in the "Children" group Explore and Play (ages 2-5 with adult) Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Avalon Room at Miller Branch Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Children Ages 2-5 with adult.Play with puzzles and toys from the library's toy collection. Check out a toy to take home! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Explore and Play (ages 2-5 with 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 with adult.Play with puzzles and toys from the library's toy collection. Check out a toy to take home!
This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Class (in-person) Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Ellicott Room at Miller Branch Program Type: Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Adults Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30 pm View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 17 2025 Wed English Conversation Class (in-person) 6:00pm–7:30pm Miller Branch Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch (Ages 11-21) Wednesday, December 17, 2025 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: HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLDRegistration is required. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Teen Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch (Ages 11-21) 6:00pm–7:30pm East Columbia Branch Open 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: HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLDRegistration is required.
This event is in the "Adults" group Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm ECO Studio D/ Studio E at East Columbia Branch Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM Age Group: Adults Step into the fun and active world of Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch 12:30pm–2:30pm East Columbia Branch Open Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio D/ Studio E Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Step into the fun and active world of Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Kwanzaa Celebration: Exploring African Traditions and Creativity! Friday, December 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) at East Columbia Branch Program Type: Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Everyone Experience the culture surrounding Kwanzaa that celebrates history, values, family, and community.For all ages/families. Registration preferred.Register with an email address to receive an event reminder. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 19 2025 Fri Kwanzaa Celebration: Exploring African Traditions and Creativity! 2:00pm–4:00pm East Columbia Branch Open Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: Experience the culture surrounding Kwanzaa that celebrates history, values, family, and community.For all ages/families. Registration preferred.Register with an email address to receive an event reminder.
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 FIRST FRUITS Celebration: Kwanzaa Traditions, Creativity & Cultural Tasting Monday, December 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms at Miller Branch Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Join us for a joyful Kwanzaa celebration honoring African heritage, creativity, and community. Open Register Now Registration Required 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 Dec 29 2025 Mon FIRST FRUITS Celebration: Kwanzaa Traditions, Creativity & Cultural Tasting 4:00pm–7:00pm Miller Branch Open Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a joyful Kwanzaa celebration honoring African heritage, creativity, and community.
This event is in the "Adults" group Memory Cafe @ Miller Monday, January 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Ellicott Room at Miller Branch Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Adults The Memory Cafe provides a warm, inclusive space for individuals living with memory loss, their caregivers, family members, etc. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Memory Cafe @ Miller 2:00pm–4:00pm Miller Branch Open Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: The Memory Cafe provides a warm, inclusive space for individuals living with memory loss, their caregivers, family members, etc.
This event is in the "Children" group Beyond Words Junior (ages 6-11 with adult) Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Patapsco Room 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: Children Ages 6-11 with developmental or intellectual disabilities and their adult. 60 min. Registration required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Beyond Words Junior (ages 6-11 with adult) 6:00pm–7:00pm Miller Branch Upcoming Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Patapsco Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Ages 6-11 with developmental or intellectual disabilities and their adult. 60 min. Registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Class Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Ellicott Room at Miller Branch Program Type: Adult English Classes, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Adults Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed English Conversation Class 6:00pm–7:30pm Miller Branch Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group The Gathering: ERCC Salon Series Thursday, January 8, 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu The Gathering: ERCC Salon Series 6:00pm–7:30pm Central Branch Upcoming 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group World Languages Cafe Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms at Miller Branch Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Teens, Adults In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch will host a monthly World Languages Café on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 7 - 8:45 pm. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu World Languages Cafe 6:00pm–7:45pm Miller Branch Upcoming Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch will host a monthly World Languages Café on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 7 - 8:45 pm.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group The League of Women Voters of Howard County Annual Legislative Breakfast Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Patapsco/Avalon Rooms at Miller Branch Program Type: Community Events, History & Genealogy, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Teens, Adults The League of Women Voters of Howard County invites you to our annual Legislative Forum with the Howard County Delegation to the Maryland General Assembly. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat The League of Women Voters of Howard County Annual Legislative Breakfast 10:00am–12:00pm Miller Branch Open Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Patapsco/Avalon Rooms Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, History & Genealogy, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: The League of Women Voters of Howard County invites you to our annual Legislative Forum with the Howard County Delegation to the Maryland General Assembly.
This event is in the "Adults" group Senior Moments: Where Friends & Fun Meet Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Avalon Room at Miller Branch Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM Age Group: Adults This 90-minute class is all about connection, conversation, and embracing the unexpected. Each session includes time to mingle, chat, and relax—plus a surprise mystery activity. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Senior Moments: Where Friends & Fun Meet 2:00pm–3:30pm Miller Branch Open Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Avalon Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: This 90-minute class is all about connection, conversation, and embracing the unexpected. Each session includes time to mingle, chat, and relax—plus a surprise mystery activity.
This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Beyond Words Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms at Miller Branch Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM Age Group: Adults 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 disa Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Adult Beyond Words 10:00am–12:00pm Miller Branch Open Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration 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 disa
This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Class Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Ellicott Room at Miller Branch Program Type: Adult English Classes, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Adults Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 14 2026 Wed English Conversation Class 6:00pm–7:30pm Miller Branch Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
This event is in the "Children" group Happy Birthday Martin Luther King Jr. (families) TK Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm Albert Einstein Classroom at Savage Branch Program Type: Early Learning, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Children Families; 30 min. Ticket required.Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday with stories, music, and crafts.Tickets available 15 minutes before class. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Happy Birthday Martin Luther King Jr. (families) TK 5:30pm–6:00pm Savage Branch Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Families; 30 min. Ticket required.Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday with stories, music, and crafts.Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Class Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Ellicott Room at Miller Branch Program Type: Adult English Classes, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Adults Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 21 2026 Wed English Conversation Class 6:00pm–7:30pm Miller Branch Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group Reads of Acceptance (Online) Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:45pm - 7:45pm Book Clubs at Online Branch Program Type: Book Clubs, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Adults This month's book will be Sammy Espinoza's Last Review by Taylor Kay Mejia Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Reads of Acceptance (Online) 6:45pm–7:45pm Online Branch Upcoming Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: This month's book will be Sammy Espinoza's Last Review by Taylor Kay Mejia
This event is in the "Adults" group Asian American Literature Book Club (Online) Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adult Online Classroom at Online Branch Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Adults Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Asian American Literature Book Club (Online) 7:00pm–8:30pm Online Branch Upcoming Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Adult Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles.
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Beyond Words (Ages 11 - 21) Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm Patapsco Room at Miller Branch Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM Age Group: Teens Step into the fun and active world of Teen Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabil Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Teen Beyond Words (Ages 11 - 21) 5:00pm–7:00pm Miller Branch Upcoming Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Patapsco Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Step into the fun and active world of Teen Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabil
This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Class Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Ellicott Room at Miller Branch Program Type: Adult English Classes, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Adults Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed English Conversation Class 6:00pm–7:30pm Miller Branch Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch (Ages 11-21) Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E at East Columbia Branch Program Type: Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Teens For Ages 11-21 with learning/developmental disabilities.Come and participate at 5 different activity stations. This month’s theme: WEATHERRegistration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Teen Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch (Ages 11-21) 10:00am–11:30am East Columbia Branch Upcoming 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 Ages 11-21 with learning/developmental disabilities.Come and participate at 5 different activity stations. This month’s theme: WEATHERRegistration is required.
This event is in the "Adults" group Veterans Book Group 2026 (Online) Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Merriweather Online Classroom at Online Branch Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events, History & Genealogy, Race, Equity & Inclusion Age Group: Adults Veterans, both active and retired military, are invited to this online discussion series. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 1 2026 Sun Veterans Book Group 2026 (Online) 1:30pm–3:00pm Online Branch Open Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Merriweather Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events, History & Genealogy, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: Veterans, both active and retired military, are invited to this online discussion series.
