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Where do we go from here? Recognizing the Power We Hold In Tumultuous Times

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Merriweather Online Classroom at Online Branch

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Many of us are asking ourselves these questions: What do we do now? How can we be of assistance when we feel powerless?The fact is that we are not powerless--not individually and n...

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Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Merriweather Online Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
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Many of us are asking ourselves these questions: What do we do now? How can we be of assistance when we feel powerless?

The fact is that we are not powerless--not individually and not collectively. 

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Therapy Dogs Visit!

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Savage Studio (Classroom) at Savage Branch

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Come visit with our furry friends from Pets on Wheels and get some sweet snuggles!Middle and high school students; drop-in.

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Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage Studio (Classroom)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Health & Wellness
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Come visit with our furry friends from Pets on Wheels and get some sweet snuggles!

Middle and high school students; drop-in.

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Global Neighbors: Dance Edition

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms at Miller Branch

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Celebrate cultures through the art of dance. Join us for an exciting cultural journey that highlights the beauty, history, and diversity of dance traditions from around the world. ...

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Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
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Celebrate cultures through the art of dance. Join us for an exciting cultural journey that highlights the beauty, history, and diversity of dance traditions from around the world.

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"Free For All: The Public Library" - MPT Film Screening

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Maxine White Warfield Room at Central Branch

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Free for All: Inside the Public Library tells the story of the quiet revolutionaries who made a simple idea happen. From the pioneering women behind the “Free Library Movement” to ...

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Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Community Events, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
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Free for All: Inside the Public Library tells the story of the quiet revolutionaries who made a simple idea happen.

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Author Works: Brighter Than Scale, Swifter Than Flame (Online)

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Merriweather Online Classroom at Online Branch

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With an armored, oath-bound hero reminiscent of The Mandalorian and the Asian-inspired epic fantasy of She Who Became the Sun, this is a stunning queer novella about a dr...

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Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Merriweather Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
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With an armored, oath-bound hero reminiscent of The Mandalorian and 

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Your Story to Tell: The Art and Craft of Memoir

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Merriweather Online Classroom at Online Branch

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Author Peter Bacho teaches the basics of writing a memoir and helps participants hone their techniques. A memoir is another form of storytelling, and as such, it uses the same...

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Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Merriweather Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author & Literary Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Author Peter Bacho teaches the basics of writing a memoir and helps participants hone their techniques. 

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Community Plant Swap

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Maxine White Warfield Room at Central Branch

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Children under 8 year must be accompanied by an adult. Calling all plant lovers and the plant-curious! Join us for the second HCLS live plant swap. Have an abundance of h...

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Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Community Events, Gardening & Nature
Registration Required
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Children under 8 year must be accompanied by an adult. 

Calling all plant lovers and the plant-curious! Join us for the second HCLS live plant swap. 

Int'l Travel

Arranging International Travel

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
CEN Studio at Central Branch

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Learn effective methods to coordinate international travel, including travel tips and safety measures prior, during and after international travel. Covers trips to the United Arab ...

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Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture & Language
Registration Required
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Learn effective methods to coordinate international travel, including travel tips and safety measures prior, during and after international travel. Covers trips to the United Arab Emirates and Africa.  

 

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Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Introduction to 3D Printing Using MakerBot

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use 3D printing to create designs for fabrication on the Makerspace Makerbot Method x3D printer.

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Ride the Rail Trails

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

This area has many rail trails ranging from 8 to 185 miles long.  Discover the right rail trail for you as we explore biking trails for all levels.

Teen Action Board

11:00am - 12:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career, Business & Finance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Connect with your community by collaborating with other TAB members and library staff to make the library a better place for teens!

Mother's Day Laser Cut Pendants

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
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Explore how to use the laser cutter/engraver in the Glenwood Makerspace. Create your own pendant or keychain for Mom using a drawing you make in class.  This class is designed for ages 8+.

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

History Relived: 80th Anniversary of V-E Day

11:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
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V-E Day (Victory in Europe Day) is the day celebrating the formal acceptance by the Allies of World War II of Germany's unconditional surrender on Tuesday, 8 May 1945.

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Knot Just Knitters

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
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.

Teen Live! (11-17)

12:30pm - 3:30pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Glenwood Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:

Attend Teen Live! at Glenwood for a teen takeover of the branch. Enjoy these free activities and more:

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Origami Lucky Stars (ages 11-17)

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paper stars (also known as lucky stars) have recently become a viral hobby. Simple yet creative, this origami craft is a nice way to take a break.

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Glenwood D&D Club (Ages 12+)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Pindell Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Registration 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+.

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Knot Just Knitters

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
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.

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!