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Bilingual All Together Now Spanish/English (All Ages) TK

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Maxine White Warfield Room at Central Branch

Event Details:

All ages with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required.  Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, r...

Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:
All ages with adult; 30 min.
LWV voters logo League of Women Voters Howard County is spelled out

The League of Women Voters of Howard County Annual Legislative Breakfast

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Patapsco/Avalon Rooms at Miller Branch

Event Details:

The League of Women Voters of Howard County invites you to our annual Legislative Forum with the Howard County Delegation to the Maryland General Assembly. As the 2026 session appr...

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Patapsco/Avalon Rooms
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, History & Genealogy, Race, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
Event Details:

The League of Women Voters of Howard County invites you to our annual Legislative Forum with the Howard County Delegation to the Maryland General Assembly.

Children sitting for story time

Bilingual All Together Now Spanish/English (ages birth-4) TK

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) at East Columbia Branch

Event Details:

All ages with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required.  Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, r...

Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:
All ages with adult; 30 min.
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Understanding Your Credit Report and Score

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adult Online Classroom at Online Branch

Event Details:

Are you interested in better understanding credit reports, credit scores, and how they work together?   Millions of people are unaware they have errors on their credit re...

Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Adult Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Career, Business & Finance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in better understanding credit reports, credit scores, and how they work together?   

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Crafting Zero Proof Cocktails: Non-Alcoholic Mixology with Chris Marshall (ONLINE)

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Terrapin Online Classroom at Online Branch

Event Details:

You're in for a treat! Join Chris Marshall, founder of Sans Bar—the very first non-alcoholic  bar in the United States—for an inspiring and interactive online class exploring ...

Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Terrapin Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're in for a treat! Join Chris Marshall, founder of Sans Bar—the very first non-alcoholic  b

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Writing Your Story (3-Part Series)

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
CEN Studio at Central Branch

Event Details:

In this three week program, we will work on our own stories together, setting goals and learning about what makes for powerful stories. We will discuss openings, plot, character, a...

Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: CEN Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture & Language
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this three week program, we will work on our own stories together, setting goals and learning about what makes for powerful stories. We will discuss openings, plot, character, and revision together. 

Using pruning shears to cut back shrub.

Pruning – When, Why and How

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Patapsco Room at Miller Branch

Event Details:

Learn the how, when, and why of pruning ornamental trees and shrubs. The right techniques and tools at the right time of year can make a huge difference in your garden.

Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Patapsco Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the how, when, and why of pruning ornamental trees and shrubs. The right techniques and tools at the right time of year can make a huge difference in your garden.

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Dr. Bell Lecture: Shall Not be Denied or Abridged: The Right to Vote in America

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Terrapin Online Classroom at Online Branch

Event Details:

 The familiar story of the history of the right to vote in America describes an electoral franchise that has grown fuller and fairer over time as Americans have fought to buil...

Library Branch: Online Branch
Room: Terrapin Online Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

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Solar System Science (Ages 8-10) TK

2:00pm–2:45pm
Children
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Ages 8-10.  45 minutes. Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class time.

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm–4:30pm
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 crafts!

Teen Takeover (ages 11-18)

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Teen Area (CEN)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Ages 11-18. Drop-in. 

Take over the teen area after school. Enjoy a free snack, hang out, do homework, play games, and more!

Elem'Up

3:45pm–5:30pm
Children
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Makerspace (Was Homework Room)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Afterschool activities for ages 9-11; including arts and crafts, makerspace activities, book clubs and homework support

Gee's Bend Inspired Collage

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Miller Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a colorful paper collage inspired by the quilts of Gee’s Bend, AL in this fun and relaxing workshop for adults.

Cabin Fever Parachute Fun & Games (ages 4 & up)

6:30pm–7:00pm
Children
Miller Branch
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Ages 4 & up.  30 min.  Ticket required.  Ho. Co. schools close 3 hours early.

School's out early today!  Head to the library for some fun and games.

Time For Us: Toddler Play & Learn (ages 18-35 months with adult) TK

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning
Event Details:

Ages 18 - 35 months. 30 minutes. Ticket required.

Picture Book Parade with Craft (2-5 years with adult) TK

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Savage Branch
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning
Event Details:

Picture Book Parade

Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. 

Children build language, literacy, and social skills by singing, talking, listening, reading, and learning to get along with others through tales, tunes, and fun activities.

 

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Time For Us: Toddler Play & Learn (ages 18-35 months with adult) TK

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning
Event Details:

Ages 18 - 35 months. 30 minutes. Ticket required.

Make a Valentine - Crafternoon (Families)

1:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Families; Allow 30 minutes.

Drop-in to make a Valentine or related craft!

Elem'Up

3:45pm–4:45pm
Children
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Makerspace (Was Homework Room)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Afterschool activities for ages 9-11; including arts and crafts, makerspace activities, book clubs and homework support

Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (edades 0-5 con adulto) TK

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language, Early Learning
Event Details:

Edades 0-5 años con adulto. 30 minutos. Se requiere un tiquete gratis disponible en el escritorio del área infantil.

Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas en español. Seguido de un tiempo de juego.

Toddler Time (ages 6-24 months, with adult)

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Miller Branch
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning
Event Details:

Ages 6-24 months, with adult.  30 min.  Ticket required.  

Play with toys, meet new friends, enjoy music, and develop cognitive, motor and social skills.

Make a Bird Feeder (5-10 years) TK

11:30am–12:30pm
Children
Savage Branch
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

Ages 5-10; 60 min. Ticket required.

Celebrate National Bird-Feeding Month by learning about the birds in your backyard and making a bird feeder with natural elements including sun butter and birdseed. Dress for mess.

Biz Kidz Academy: Fun Social Skills for Success Workshop (8-10 years) RG

12:30pm–2:00pm
Children
Elkridge Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-10; 90 min. Registration Required.

Senior Moments: Where Friends & Fun Meet

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Miller Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Tech Lab (MIL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

This 90-minute class is all about connection, conversation, and embracing the unexpected. Each session includes time to mingle, chat, and relax—plus a surprise mystery activity. 

DIY Valentine's Day Gifts (6-11 years)

2:30pm–4:00pm
Children
Savage Branch
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Ages 6-11; allow 30 min. 

Give someone special a handmade gift for Valentine's Day! Drop -in and make a variety of gifts for family and friends. 

Move & Groove Mondays (ages 3-5 with adult)

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Miller Branch
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with adult.  30 minutes, Ticket required

Come move and groove with us as we explore music!

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

 

Adult Beyond Words

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Miller Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into the fun and active world of Adult Beyond Words, an inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of people (ages 18+) with developmental and/or intellectual disa

Move & Groove Mondays (ages 3-5 with adult)

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Miller Branch
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with adult.  30 minutes, Ticket required

Come move and groove with us as we explore music!

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

 

Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (edades 0-5 con adulto) TK

11:30am–12:00pm
Children
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language, Early Learning
Event Details:

Edades 0-5 años con adulto. 30 minutos. Se requiere un tiquete gratis disponible en el escritorio del área infantil.

Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas en español. Seguido de un tiempo de juego.

Teen Space (ages 11-17)

3:00pm–4:30pm
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 crafts!

Teen Takeover (ages 11-18)

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Teen Area (CEN)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Ages 11-18. Drop-in. 

Take over the teen area after school. Enjoy a free snack, hang out, do homework, play games, and more!

Elem'Up

3:45pm–5:30pm
Children
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch: East Columbia Branch
Room: ECO Makerspace (Was Homework Room)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:

Afterschool activities for ages 9-11; including arts and crafts and homework support