Upcoming Events

Name: DIY Window Screen Repair
Start: 2024-04-25T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-04-25T20:30:00-04:00
Location: Howard County Library System

Featured Events

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...

book cover of School Moms, cropped next to a photo of author Laura Pappano. She is an older white woman with short blonde hair. She is wearing a black crewneck shirt and a grey blazer. She is sitting with her arms crossed on a student desk in a school classrom

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

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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...

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...

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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

Registration Required

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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

Registration Required

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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 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

Registration Required

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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...

Picture of smiling Jaya Mathur with both her arms up in a Bollywood dance pose.

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

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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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Father's Day Keychains with the Laser (ages 8+)

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Glenwood Branch

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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch

Room: Studio B

Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, 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 custom keychain from a drawing that you make in class.  Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Anyone who wishes to make a keychain...

Math Lab [ages 7-10]

6:30pm - 7:15pm

Miller Branch

Library Branch: Miller Branch

Room: Miller Children's Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM

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Ages 7-10. 45 min. Ticket required. Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills. Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins. ...

Ask an Expert Cyclist

11:00am - 1:00pm

Miller Branch

Library Branch: Miller Branch

Room: Ellicott Room

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...

Little Learners: Summer Science (3-5 years with adult) TK

10:15am - 11:00am

Savage Branch

Library Branch: Savage Branch

Room: Albert Einstein Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: , Tech Skills or STEAM

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Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket Required. Explore summer science themes through children's literature and hands-on activities. June 3 Busy Buzzing Bees June 10 Sink or Swim? June 17 Glitter in Your Grass: Fireflies June 24 Going on...

Tips for Being News Savy Online- OATS class

11:00am - 12:00pm

Glenwood Branch

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Library Branch: Glenwood Branch

Room: Studio A

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Culture & Language, Tech Skills or STEAM

Registration Required

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Sharing the news with others? In the digital age, anyone can publish anything on the internet, even if it's completely false. This lecture will explain the way technology has made it easier to create and spread misinformation. We'll discuss tools to ...

Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK

10:15am - 10:45am

Elkridge Branch

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM

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Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required. Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize. *Tuesdays throughout the summer. This ...

Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK

11:15am - 11:45am

Elkridge Branch

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM

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Senior Planet Lecture - Digital Coupon Tools

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Miller Branch

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Library Branch: Miller Branch

Room: Patapsco Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Career, Business & Finance, Tech Skills or STEAM

Registration Required

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HCLS is partnering with Senior Planet from AARP to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. If you like saving money on groceries and everyday items, then this lecture is for you! W...

Ocean Clean-up Challenge (ages 6-10) TK

5:30pm - 6:15pm

Elkridge Branch

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM

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Ages 6-10. 45 minutes. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. Celebrate World Ocean Day by learning how you can help take care of our oceans. Learn about the challenges facing our oceans and how you can help. Test ways t...

Code and Go Mouse (ages 6-8) TK

2:00pm - 2:45pm

Central Branch

Library Branch: Central Branch

Room: Central Children's Classroom

Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM

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Ages 6-8, 45 minutes.TK, ticketed. Free tickets available 15 minutes before class. Explore the science of coding and programming with Colby, the programmable mouse. ...

Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK

2:00pm - 2:45pm

Central Branch

Library Branch: Central Branch

Room: Maxine White Warfield Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM

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Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. ...

Craft Pop-Up Shop [ages 4 & up]

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Miller Branch

Library Branch: Miller Branch

Room: Miller Children's Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM

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Ages 4 and up. Allow 15 minutes. Drop in. Pop-in and make a craft! ...

Paint and Tell: The Art of Story Stones (Ages 6-10, TK)

2:00pm - 2:45pm

Central Branch

Library Branch: Central Branch

Room: Central Children's Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM

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Ages 6-10, 45 minutes. TK, ticketed. Free tickets available 15 minutes before class. Stretch your imagination, creativity, and storytelling skills by painting a set of story stones. What story do they tell? Share your story and listen ...

Project Wild!: Black Bears (5-10 years) TK

2:30pm - 3:00pm

Savage Branch

Library Branch: Savage Branch

Room: Albert Einstein Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM

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Ages 5-10; 30 min. Ticket required. Project Wild is a hands-on curriculum that emphasizes awareness, appreciation, and understanding of wildlife and natural resources. In this session, let's learn about the largest land mammal in Maryland with an ...

Father's Day Keychains with the Laser (ages 8+)

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Glenwood Branch

Registration

Library Branch: Glenwood Branch

Room: Studio B

Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults

Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM

Registration Required

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Little Learners: Summer Science (3-5 years with adult) TK

10:15am - 11:00am

Savage Branch

Library Branch: Savage Branch

Room: Albert Einstein Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: , Tech Skills or STEAM

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Who's at the Zoo? [all ages] TK

2:00pm - 2:30pm

Miller Branch

Library Branch: Miller Branch

Room: Miller Children's Classroom

Age Group: Children, Everyone

Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM

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All ages. 30 min. Ticket required. Learn about a variety of animals found at the Smithsonian's National Zoo. Each session will focus on a specific animal. Develop an understanding of each animal's special adaptations throug...

Who's at the Zoo? [all ages] TK

6:30pm - 7:00pm

Miller Branch

Library Branch: Miller Branch

Room: Miller Children's Classroom

Age Group: Children, Everyone

Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM

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Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK

10:15am - 10:45am

Elkridge Branch

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM

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Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK

11:15am - 11:45am

Elkridge Branch

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM

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Project Wild!: Black Bears (families) TK

11:30am - 12:00pm

Savage Branch

Library Branch: Savage Branch

Room: Albert Einstein Classroom

Age Group: Children, Everyone

Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM

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Families; 30 min. Ticket Required. Project Wild is a hands-on curriculum that emphasizes awareness, appreciation, and understanding of wildlife and natural resources. In this session, let's learn about the largest land mammal in Maryland with an i...

Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 6-10) TK

2:00pm - 2:45pm

Elkridge Branch

Library Branch: Elkridge Branch

Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM

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Ages 6-10; 45 min. Ticket Required. Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize. *Tuesdays throughout the summer. This class is p...

What is Vexillology? (5-11 years) TK

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Savage Branch

Library Branch: Savage Branch

Room: Albert Einstein Classroom

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM

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Ages 5-11; 45 min. Ticket required. On this Summer Reading adventure we'll explore countries, their flags, and, the four color theorem. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This class is part of our Summer Reading Adventures series!&nb...

STEAM Powered Book Club [ages 7-9] RG

6:30pm - 7:15pm

Miller Branch

Registration

Library Branch: Miller Branch

Room: Ellicott Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Book Clubs, Tech Skills or STEAM

Registration Required

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Ages 7-9. 45 minutes. Registration required. Read Sydney & Taylor Explore the World by Jacqueline Davies (which can be picked up at the Miller Branch children's desk after registering) before the meeting. Join our discuss...

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