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Korean for Beginners

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Avalon Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)....

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Required
Event Details:

Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Space

Tuesday, April 30, 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...

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Community Circle: Celebrations

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Belmont / Hockley Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The HCPSS Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) and the Howard County Library System cordially invite you to join us in a community building circle. Dinner will be prov...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Belmont / Hockley Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Required
Event Details:

The HCPSS Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) and the Howard County Library System cordially invite you to join us in a community building circle.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime & Game Hangout

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Savage Studio (Classroom) at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Crafts, Fun & Games!, , Tech Skills or STEAM,
Age Group:
, Teens
Event Details:

Ages: 11 - 18. Meet up with fellow fans and discuss your favorite series/games. We will be watching anime together, having game demos, making art/crafts, and exploring some Japanes...

Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage Studio (Classroom)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Crafts, Fun & Games!, , Tech Skills or STEAM,
Event Details:

Ages: 11 - 18. Meet up with fellow fans and discuss your favorite series/games. We will be watching anime together, having game demos, making art/crafts, and exploring some Japanese language/cultural tie-ins. Drop-ins encouraged and welcomed!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mah Jongg Meet Up

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ellicott Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for friendly games of Mah Jongg with players of all levels of experience.  We have both American and Asian sets available! 2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings: April 9 ...

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Join us for friendly games of Mah Jongg with players of all levels of experience.  We have both American and Asian sets available!

2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings:

April 9 and 30 (2nd and 5th Tuesday)

May 14 and 28

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
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 "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...

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 "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...

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.

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...

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...

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.

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...

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 "Adults" group.

Author Works: Hidden History of Howard County

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Belmont / Hockley Room at Elkridge Branch
Program Type:
Author & Literary Events, Community Events, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Howard County has a rich and fascinating past. It was first settled in the seventeenth century, when the area was part of Anne Arundel County, and early towns formed around gristmi...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Belmont / Hockley Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Community Events, History & Genealogy
Required
Event Details:

Howard County has a rich and fascinating past. It was first settled in the seventeenth century, when the area was part of Anne Arundel County, and early towns formed around gristmills.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate Korean (Online)

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Merriweather Online Classroom at Online Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners. Registration required. Ages 18+. Continue learning Korean in this 12-week class taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of A...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Merriweather Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Required
Event Details:

Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners. Registration required. Ages 18+.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Class

Wednesday, May 1, 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...

Open
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.

Pins and Needle Arts

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
CEN Studio at Central Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, DIY & Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and sew, in an open forum for creating, conversing, sharing, and learning. This is a hybrid event, so if you would like to attend re...

Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:

Join other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and sew, in an open forum for creating, conversing, sharing, and learning. This is a hybrid event, so if you would like to attend remotely via Zoom, contact pinsneedlearts@hclibrary.org.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Space

Thursday, May 2, 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...

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.

Teen Connect 2.0 - Paper Marbling

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Lab (MIL) at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

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Open
Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Tech Lab (MIL)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fostering Futures in Howard County

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Early Learning, Parents & Educators
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for our Third Annual Event in support of National Foster Care Month “Fostering Futures in Howard County,” helping connect the community with action to support our most vuln...

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Early Learning, Parents & Educators
Event Details:

Join us for our Third Annual Event in support of National Foster Care Month “Fostering Futures in Howard County,” helping connect the community with action to support our most vulnerable children launch into independence.

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

Ride the Rail Trails around Maryland

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio B at Glenwood Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The MD/PA/DC area has many rail trails, ranging from 8 miles long to 185 miles long.  Discover the right rail trail for you as we explore biking trails for all levels. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Required
Event Details:

The MD/PA/DC area has many rail trails, ranging from 8 miles long to 185 miles long.  Discover the right rail trail for you as we explore biking trails for all levels. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Advanced Anime Association

Thursday, May 2, 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...

Open
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 "Adults" group.

Create Your Own Comic

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Savage Studio (Classroom) at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Tech Skills or STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn the fundamentals of comic writing and design as you celebrate Free Comic Day! Use Procreate to design your own digital comic strip.  All skill and ability levels welc...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage Studio (Classroom)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Tech Skills or STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Learn the fundamentals of comic writing and design as you celebrate Free Comic Day! Use Procreate to design your own digital comic strip. 

All skill and ability levels welcome.

 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Ask an Expert Cyclist

Saturday, May 4, 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.

How (Not) To Talk To People

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
DaVinci Room at Savage Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Feeling anxiety or dread about discussing politics with coworkers, friends, or family members that hold different viewpoints than you?  Learn effective strategies for how t...

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

Feeling anxiety or dread about discussing politics with coworkers, friends, or family members that hold different viewpoints than you? 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Wellness Dog Cafe

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ellicott Room at Miller Branch
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

For students 11-18, but all are welcome | Walk-in only, no registration needed, feel free to register for a reminder. AP exams, and school projects stressing you out? In recogni...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Required
Event Details:

For students 11-18, but all are welcome | Walk-in only, no registration needed, feel free to register for a reminder.