Upcoming Events

Name: In Concert: Celtic Music Club
Start: 2024-04-24T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-04-24T20:30:00-04:00
Location: Howard County Library System

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In Concert: Celtic Music Club

Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Belmont / Hockley Room at Elkridge Branch

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Come and join us for a concert for the whole family! The Celtic Music Club, featuring Drew Vervan will perform a blend of Celtic classics and modern tunes celebrating Irish a

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Belmont / Hockley Room

Program Type: Art, Movies & Music

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Come and join us for a concert for the whole family! The Celtic Music Club, featuring Drew Vervan will perform a blend of Celtic classics and modern tunes celebrating Irish and Scottish culture. ...

Historical Fiction as a Lens For the Future

Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Studio B at Glenwood Branch

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Award-winning author Ned Tillman discusses how historical fiction provides perspective on the challenges we face today. Tillman is the author of four books-- two non-fiction and tw

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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch

Room: Studio B

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: History & Genealogy

Registration Required

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Award-winning author Ned Tillman discusses how historical fiction provides perspective on the challenges we face today. Tillman is the author of four books-- two non-fiction and two fiction. Tillman discusses the value of both genres for telling the ...

Building Urgent Optimism for the Future w/ Jane McGonigal

Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Online Branch

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How do we prepare ourselves for "unthinkable" change? How do we ready our teams and organizations for "unimaginable" future events? Find out in this interactive session with New Yo

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Library Branch: Online Branch

Age Group: Adults, Everyone

Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Career, Business & Finance, College & Trade Schools, Community Events, Tech Skills or STEAM

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How do we prepare ourselves for "unthinkable" change? How do we ready our teams and organizations for "unimaginable" future events? Find out in this interactive session with New York Times bestselling author and Institute for the Future research dire...

DIY Window Screen Repair

Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

DIY Design Studio at Elkridge Branch

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Join us to learn to repair your torn or damaged window and door screens to take in the cool spring breeze. This class will include a discussion of window screen types and the tools

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: DIY Design Studio

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: DIY & Makerspace

Registration Required

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Join us to learn to repair your torn or damaged window and door screens to take in the cool spring breeze. This class will include a discussion of window screen types and the tools necessary to replace screen in aluminum frames. Bring your one window...

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School Moms: Parent Activism, Partisan Politics, and the Battle for Public Schools

Friday, April 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Belmont / Hockley Room at Elkridge Branch

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"Public schools matter to our democracy and to our future. And they are under attack from people who don’t really know or care very much about what schools do or how they work.”

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Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Belmont / Hockley Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Author & Literary Events

Registration Required

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"Public schools matter to our democracy and to our future. And they are under attack from people who don’t really know or care very much about what schools do or how they work.” Join award-winning journalist and author Laura Pappano for a discussi...

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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

Registration Required

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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

Registration Required

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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...

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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

Registration Required

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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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3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK

10:30am - 11:00am

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM

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Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes b...

The Meetup

3:30pm - 5:30pm

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room

Age Group: Teens

Event Details:

A hang out for teens to connect, play games and create. ...

Little Learners Storybook Friends (ages 2-5 with adult) TK

11:00am - 11:45am

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B

Age Group: Children

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Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes. Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. ...

The Meetup

3:30pm - 5:30pm

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room

Age Group: Teens

Event Details:

A hang out for teens to connect, play games and create. ...

Ask an Expert Cyclist

11:00am - 1:00pm

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Lobby (East Columbia)

Age Group: Everyone

Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM

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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. Bring yo...

Black Fiction Book Club (in-person) East Columbia Branch

1:00pm - 2:00pm

East Columbia Branch

Open

Registration

Open

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: ECO Studio A (Classroom)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs

Registration Required

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Join us for the Black Fiction Book Club May 04 Chain Gang All-Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation. Copies are available for pick-up at the East Columb...

Pets on Wheels

1:00pm - 2:00pm

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Marvin Thomas Room

Age Group: Adults, Everyone

Program Type: Health & Wellness

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Therapy dog(s) from Pets on Wheels will be at the East Columbia Branch for friendly visits with customers. Drop in - no registration required. Pets on Wheels is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that brings friendly therapy pet visits t...

Walking with East Columbia Branch and 50+ Center

9:30am - 10:30am

East Columbia Branch

Registration

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Out Front (Walk way ECO)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Registration Required

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Walking is a great way to get some activity into your routine. Lets get up and walk together. Come and walk around East Columbia Library. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. If inclement weather, walking will take place i...

The Meetup

3:30pm - 5:30pm

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room

Age Group: Teens

Event Details:

A hang out for teens to connect, play games and create. ...

Terrific Tuesdays (Ages 18 mos - 3 years with Adult) TK

10:30am - 11:00am

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B

Age Group: Children

Event Details:

Ages 18 mos - 3 years with adult; 20 - 30 minutes. Stories, songs and play time. Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. ...

The Meetup

3:30pm - 5:30pm

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room

Age Group: Teens

Event Details:

A hang out for teens to connect, play games and create. ...

Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK

10:30am - 11:00am

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B

Age Group: Children

PLAY PARTNERS

Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Event Details:

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. ...

All Together Now (All ages) TK

1:30pm - 2:00pm

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM

ALL TOGETHER NOW

All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities.

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Event Details:

Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. ...

The Meetup

3:30pm - 5:30pm

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room

Age Group: Teens

Event Details:

A hang out for teens to connect, play games and create. ...

Hatchlings: New Baby and Me (Newborn - 6 months with adult) RG

6:30pm - 7:30pm

East Columbia Branch

Registration

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B

Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults

Registration Required

Event Details:

Infants birth-6 months with adult. 45-60 minutes. Registration required, one per household. Welcome home, baby! Hatchlings: New Baby and Me is an interactive four-week early literacy class series for parents/caregivers with newborns from bir...

3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK

10:30am - 11:00am

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM

3, 2, FUN

Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

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German Conversation Club (In-Person)

12:00pm - 1:00pm

East Columbia Branch

Open

Registration

Open

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: ECO Studio A (Classroom)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language

Registration Required

Event Details:

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting. We are meeting every second Thursday at noon in-person at East Columbia Branch, and at 4 PM online via Zoom. To register for our online class please ...

Little Learners Story Book Friends (ages 2-5 with adult) TK

11:00am - 11:30am

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B

Age Group: Children

Event Details:

Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes. Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. ...

Walking with East Columbia Branch and 50+ Center

9:30am - 10:30am

East Columbia Branch

Registration

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Out Front (Walk way ECO)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Event Details:

The Meetup

3:30pm - 5:30pm

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room

Age Group: Teens

Event Details:

A hang out for teens to connect, play games and create. ...

Terrific Tuesdays (Ages 18 mos - 3 years with Adult) TK

10:30am - 11:00am

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B

Age Group: Children

Event Details:

Ages 18 mos - 3 years with adult; 20 - 30 minutes. Stories, songs and play time. Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. ...

Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK

10:30am - 11:00am

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B

Age Group: Children

PLAY PARTNERS

Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Event Details:

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. ...

All Together Now (All ages) TK

1:30pm - 2:00pm

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM

ALL TOGETHER NOW

All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities.

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Event Details:

Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. ...

The Meetup

3:30pm - 5:30pm

East Columbia Branch

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch

Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room

Age Group: Teens

Event Details:

A hang out for teens to connect, play games and create. ...

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PLAY PARTNERS

ALL TOGETHER NOW

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PLAY PARTNERS

ALL TOGETHER NOW