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Friday Coding Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Waste Warriors: Eco Education

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the effects of plastics and the history of upcycling as you create a mosaic and bracelets and a community bench from "upcycled' materials.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Compete in a series of extraordinary Engineering Challenge using multiple STEM building tools, such as Lego Bricks, wooden blocks, Brainflakes, and straws.

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

Beaded Dangle Earrings and Charms

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a relaxing evening of crafting and create unique beaded earrings and charms.

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

Craft Supply Swap

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults, Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Belmont / Hockley Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:

Ready to pick up a new craft or de-clutter your stash? Drop by with craft supplies in good condition to share, or to pick up new-to-you supplies. You do not have to bring any supplies to participate in this event. All ages welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Maker Gifts! Puzzle Box Book: Makerspace Mondays

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Books have historically been used for purposes other than written communication. Sometimes books have been used as a hiding place — diaries and scrapbooks hold secrets and memories. Engineer a lovely book of secrets.

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

Art in the Evening: Winter Workshop

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Winter Workshop: Celebrate the season with a selection of Winter themed art and craft projects.

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

Art in the Afternoon: Winter Workshop

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Winter Workshop: Celebrate the season with a selection of Winter themed art and craft projects.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Friday Coding Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career, Business & Finance, College & Trade Schools, Community Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Exercise leadership by recommending additions to the teen collections, helping the community, and planning events in cooperation with an Elkridge Teen Instructor.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Maker Gifts! Gilded Pinch Pots: Makerspace Mondays

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

The application of gold as a decorative element is known as "gilding" and has been practiced using a variety of techniques since ancient times.

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

Create with Polymer Clay

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a relaxing evening of crafting and create unique pieces using polymer clay.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Maker Gifts! Light Sensing Lamp: Makerspace Mondays

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Engineer a wooden bedside lamp that detects ambient light levels and automatically turns on in bright light and turns off in darkness. Learn about circuits, sensors, and electronics. No soldering required. Then paint. Makes a great gift!

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

Mini Book Jewelry and Ornaments

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a fun evening of crafting by making jewelry and decorations inspired by your favorite books.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Friday Coding Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Friday Coding Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career, Business & Finance, College & Trade Schools, Community Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Exercise leadership by recommending additions to the teen collections, helping the community, and planning events in cooperation with an Elkridge Teen Instructor.

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

Art in the Evening: Winter Painting

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment.


Winter Painting: Get inspired by the season by painting a winter scene.

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

Art in the Afternoon: Winter Painting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment.


Winter Painting: Get inspired by the season by painting a winter scene.

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

Wool Felting Pictures Part One: Wet Felting

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the art of felting with natural fibers.

Part One Wet Felting: Create a unique wool "painting" and learn simple techniques to felt wool with soap and water.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Friday Coding Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions. 

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

Wool Felting Pictures Part Two: Needle Felting

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the art of felting with natural fibers.

Part Two Needle Felting: Learn needle felting techniques you can use to add detail to the wet felting piece you made last week or create a unique needle felted picture.

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

Family Clay Together

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Air Dry Clay is a medium that can be safely enjoyed by artists of all ages. This class invites families to get creative together and enjoy a fun evening of sculpting.

Participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Friday Coding Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.