Upcoming Events

Name: Teen Sprouts: Agricultural and Life Skills Immersion Program Ages 14-18
Start: 2024-04-30T17:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-04-30T18:30:00-04:00
Location: Howard County Library System

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Teen Sprouts: Agricultural and Life Skills Immersion Program Ages 14-18

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Enchanted Garden at Miller Branch

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We are growing young climate and agricultural leaders! Teens ages 14-18: Learn to grow and cook your own food Get involved with your local community&nb

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Library Branch: Miller Branch

Room: Enchanted Garden

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Gardening & Nature

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We are growing young climate and agricultural leaders! Teens ages 14-18: Learn to grow and cook your own food Get involved with your local community Build life and job skills related to: Sustainability...

Photo of the book cover featuring the edible landscape.

Author Works: Growing an Edible Landscape: How to Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Food Garden

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Ellicott Room at Miller Branch

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Authors Gary Pilarchik of @therustedgarden and Dr. Chiara D’Amore discuss their new collaborative book, Growing an Edible Landscape: How to Transform Your Outdoor Sp

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Library Branch: Miller Branch

Room: Ellicott Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Gardening & Nature

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Authors Gary Pilarchik of @therustedgarden and Dr. Chiara D’Amore discuss their new collaborative book, Growing an Edible Landscape: How to Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Food Garden. Learn how you can convert your lawn and l...

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Author Works: Hidden History of Howard County

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Belmont / Hockley Room at Elkridge Branch

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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

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Belmont / Hockley Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Community Events, History & Genealogy

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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. Nearby quarries and mills shaped Ellicott City before the more we...

Poster for the Movie The Artist and The Astronaut

The Maryland Film Premiere: 'The Artist & The Astronaut' - Featuring a Q&A with Writer and Director Bill Muench

Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:15pm

Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms at Miller Branch

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You are cordially invited to attend the Maryland premiere of the award-winning film,The Artist & The Astronaut. Join us for an unforgettable cinematic journey that delves into

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Library Branch: Miller Branch

Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: History & Genealogy, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM

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You are cordially invited to attend the Maryland premiere of the award-winning film,The Artist & The Astronaut. Join us for an unforgettable cinematic journey that delves into the remarkable love story between artist Pat Musick, a civil rights ac...

Library Resources for the Blind & Print Disabled

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Maxine White Warfield Room at Central Branch

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Learn about resources available through the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (LBPD). LBDP provides comprehensive library services to the eligible blind and p

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Library Branch: Central Branch

Room: Maxine White Warfield Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM

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Learn about resources available through the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (LBPD). LBDP provides comprehensive library services to the eligible blind and print disabled residents of the State of Maryland. Ashley Biggs, &...

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Rock on with Bollywood

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Patapsco/Avalon Rooms at Miller Branch

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Rock on to Bollywood music as Bollywood dancer Jaya Mathur demonstrates and teaches the basic steps of Bollywood dancing. Must be 18+. Waiver required. Registration required.

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Library Branch: Miller Branch

Room: Patapsco/Avalon Rooms

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Culture & Language, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion

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Rock on to Bollywood music as Bollywood dancer Jaya Mathur demonstrates and teaches the basic steps of Bollywood dancing. Must be 18+. Waiver required. Registration required. MAY: AAPI Month classes/events/programs: This se...

World Languages Cafe

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm

Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms at Miller Branch

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In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch hosts a monthly World Languages Café, on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 7 - 8:45 pm. Est

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Library Branch: Miller Branch

Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion

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In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch hosts a monthly World Languages Café, on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 7 - 8:45 pm. Established by the Columbia Association’s International Exchange & Mu...

photo of chef Jet Tila with a table of utensils and ingredients

Taste the Tradition: Exploring Asian Cuisine with Chef Jet Tila (Online)

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Adult Online Classroom at Online Branch

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Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating AAPI Heritage Month with a special live online cooking demonstration and storytelling event featuring celebrity chef Jet Tila! E

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Library Branch: Online Branch

Room: Adult Online Classroom

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Community Events, Culture & Language, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion

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Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating AAPI Heritage Month with a special live online cooking demonstration and storytelling event featuring celebrity chef Jet Tila! Embark on a delightful culinary journey as Chef Jet shares his personal...

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Ask a Master Gardener

10:30am - 12:30pm

Elkridge Branch

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Lobby (Elkridge)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Gardening & Nature

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Ask Maryland Master Gardeners questions and receive useful tips and practical advice. ...

Compost Demonstration

10:30am - 12:30pm

Elkridge Branch

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Lobby (Elkridge)

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Gardening & Nature

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Master Gardeners and Recycling Coordinators discuss and demonstrate composting on a drop-in basis, teaching about: Composting kitchen scraps and yard trimmings in your backyard or using the Feed the Green Bin (for Howard County residents only) ...

English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Elkridge Branch

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Grist Mill Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

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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 an...

English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Elkridge Branch

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Grist Mill Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

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English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Elkridge Branch

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Grist Mill Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

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English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Elkridge Branch

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Grist Mill Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

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English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Elkridge Branch

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Grist Mill Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

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English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Elkridge Branch

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Grist Mill Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

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English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Elkridge Branch

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Grist Mill Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

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English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Elkridge Branch

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Grist Mill Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

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English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Elkridge Branch

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Grist Mill Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

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English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Elkridge Branch

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Grist Mill Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

Registration Required

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English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Elkridge Branch

Registration

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Grist Mill Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

Registration Required

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English Conversation Class

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Elkridge Branch

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Grist Mill Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

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