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Lunch & Learn: Social Media for Small Business

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adult Online Classroom at Online Branch
Program Type:
Career, Business & Finance, Community Events, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for ways to get your small business more connected online? Learn about the ways that different social media sites (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter) can work to support you...

Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Adult Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Career, Business & Finance, Community Events, Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Looking for ways to get your small business more connected online? Learn about the ways that different social media sites (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter) can work to support your goals! 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Book Club

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Studio B at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Community Events
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Read and discuss alongside fellow teen bookworms! This month’s title TBD. Pick up a copy at the Glenwood Branch customer service desk, or online via Libby. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events
Required
Event Details:

Read and discuss alongside fellow teen bookworms! This month’s title TBD. Pick up a copy at the Glenwood Branch customer service desk, or online via Libby. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Ask an Expert Cyclist

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lobby (Glenwood) at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
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: Glenwood Branch
Room: Lobby (Glenwood)
Age Group: 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Glenwood D&D Club (Ages 12+)

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio B at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a casual D&D game, open to all experience levels, beginners welcome! Missed the first meeting? No problem--this D&D club is designed for flexibility! Ages 12+. ...

Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Required
Event Details:

Join us for a casual D&D game, open to all experience levels, beginners welcome! Missed the first meeting? No problem--this D&D club is designed for flexibility! Ages 12+.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 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, August 1, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
DaVinci Room at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Crafts, Fun & Games!
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, DIY & Makerspace, Crafts, Fun & Games!
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knot Just Knitters

Tuesday, August 6, 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.

Coloring with Friends

Wednesday, August 7, 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...

Required
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.

Museum@TheLibrary: Highlights of the Washington National Cathedral (Online)

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Merriweather Online Classroom at Online Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Author & Literary Events, Community Events, Culture & Language, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

  The idea of a sacred home for all Americans in the nation’s capital is as old as the country itself. Pierre L’Enfant’s original design for the new capital city include...

Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Merriweather Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Author & Literary Events, Community Events, Culture & Language, History & Genealogy
Required
Event Details:

 

The idea of a sacred home for all Americans in the nation’s capital is as old as the country itself.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Glenwood D&D Club (Ages 12+)

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio B at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a casual D&D game, open to all experience levels, beginners welcome! Missed the first meeting? No problem--this D&D club is designed for flexibility! Ages 12+. ...

Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Required
Event Details:

Join us for a casual D&D game, open to all experience levels, beginners welcome! Missed the first meeting? No problem--this D&D club is designed for flexibility! Ages 12+.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Moving Up to Middle School

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join a panel of former middle schoolers for their honest feedback on middle school success. Learn tips on staying organized. Have fun participating in Locker Trials and a Book Bag ...

Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Events
Required
Event Details:

Join a panel of former middle schoolers for their honest feedback on middle school success. Learn tips on staying organized. Have fun participating in Locker Trials and a Book Bag Relay Race.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 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 "Everyone" group.

Ask an Expert Cyclist

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lobby (East Columbia) at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
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: East Columbia Branch
Room: Lobby (East Columbia)
Age Group: 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.

Recipe Exchange: Vegan Delights

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Albert Einstein Classroom at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Attention, Foodies! Do you find yourself looking for new creative ways to spice up your cooking repertoire? Searching for new tried-and-true recipes to add to your own skill set as...

Required
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Required
Event Details:

Attention, Foodies! Do you find yourself looking for new creative ways to spice up your cooking repertoire?

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

Knot Just Knitters

Tuesday, August 20, 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.

Cookbook corner at East Columbia Branch

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Marvin Thomas Room at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Explore various culinary cuisines/chefs of the world. A new cuisine/chef every month. This month's Chef is Paula Deen. Pick-up any Paula Deen cookbook at the library, cook some rec...

Required
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: Marvin Thomas Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events
Required
Event Details:

Explore various culinary cuisines/chefs of the world. A new cuisine/chef every month.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 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.

World Languages Cafe @ East Columbia (in person)

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B at East Columbia Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In collaboration with the Columbia Association, the World Language Cafe is now expanded to Howard County Library System East Columbia Branch Library. It will be held simultaneously...

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

In collaboration with the Columbia Association, the World Language Cafe is now expanded to Howard County Library System East Columbia Branch Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 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 "Teens" group.

Teen Book Club

Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Studio B at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Community Events
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Read and discuss alongside fellow teen bookworms! This month’s title TBD. Pick up a copy at the Glenwood Branch customer service desk, or online via Libby. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events
Required
Event Details:

Read and discuss alongside fellow teen bookworms! This month’s title TBD. Pick up a copy at the Glenwood Branch customer service desk, or online via Libby. 

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

Knot Just Knitters

Tuesday, September 3, 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.

Coloring with Friends

Wednesday, September 4, 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...

Required
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.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 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