Week Calendar

Walk and talk with others about your favorite reads or current events. Walkers of all ages and abilities meet at the Enchanted Garden gate for a 30-minute walk around the campus weather permitting.

HCLS Project Literacy Test

Free walk-in blood pressure screening and monitoring offered by Howard County General Hospital: A Member of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min.

Tales tunes and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Play with toys and new friends read a board book and enjoy music while developing cognitive motor and social skills. Ages infant-23 months; allow 20 min.

An instructor from My Gym teaches how various types of exercises and fitness movement like balance and tumbling helps children learn. Participate in a skill station obstacle course game and dance.

Stories baby games and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Stories songs activities and a craft to enjoy with your child. Sep 10: Eric Carle & Friends Oct 7: Elmer Ages 2-5 with adult. Ticket required.

Celebrate Teddy Bear Day (Sep 9) with stories songs and activities. Bring a favorite stuffed animal along. Ages 2-5 with adult. Ticket required.

Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min.

For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression listening comprehension and early reading skills. Ages 3-5; 30 min.

Stories songs and activities. Ages 18-36 months with adult. Ticket required.

Need a quick refresher on downloading HCLS eBooks to your device? Drop in with your eReader or just your questions.

Bring your friends and put your brains together for trivia fun. Test your knowledge from general categories including pop culture current events history music and of course literature! Play in teams or by yourself! Light refreshments.

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

Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Celebrate colors crayons and math with stories and STEM related activities. Ages 3-5 with adult. <i>If you would like a reminder for this class please provide an email address.</i>

Stories baby games and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.

Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome to this supportive judgment-free class that includes stories music and movement in a small group. Ages 3-5 with adult.

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in English in a fun and casual setting.

Bring projects you'd love to finish meet new people and share tips and tricks.

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

For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression listening comprehension and early reading skills. Ages 3-6; 30 min.

Celebrate hats with stories songs and a craft. Ages 2-5; 30 min.

Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

Tales tunes and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min.

Stories baby games and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.

Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.

Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.

Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Discuss gardening questions. Saturdays; 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. In partnership with Howard County Master Gardeners.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Tales tunes and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories baby games and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Stories songs activities and a craft to enjoy with your child. Sep 10: Eric Carle & Friends Oct 7: Elmer Ages 2-5 with adult. Ticket required.

Celebrate Teddy Bear Day (Sep 9) with stories songs and activities. Bring a favorite stuffed animal along. Ages 2-5 with adult. Ticket required.

An instructor from My Gym teaches how various types of exercises and fitness movement like balance and tumbling helps children learn. Participate in a skill station obstacle course game and dance.

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

Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome to this supportive judgment-free class that includes stories music and movement in a small group. Ages 3-5 with adult.

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

Learn basic American Sign Language vocabulary through stories activities and crafts. Ages 2-5. Ticket required.

A story and craft to enjoy with your child. Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories baby games and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.

Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Learn about classical composers and dance to their music. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Sep 14 Bach Oct 12 Rossini Nov 09 Vivaldi

Explore the properties and uses of metals with a chemist from the Army Research Laboratory and the American Chemical Society. Participate in hands-on experiments. Ages 7 & up (7-8 year olds must be accompanied by an adult).

Take a practice SAT exam with C2 Education on Sep 14. Return for your results personalized score report and helpful test taking strategies on Oct 8.

Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.

Book discussion 2nd Tuesdays; 12:30 - 1:30 pm. Sep 10: <i>Heartland: A Memoir of Working Hard and Being Broke in the Richest Country on Earth</i> by Sarah Smarsh Oct 8: <i>The Death of Mrs.

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting. 2nd Thursdays.

Adults of all abilities enjoy accessible games puzzles and freestyle crafting in a sensory friendly environment.

For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression listening comprehension and early reading skills. Ages 3-5; 30 min. Ticket required.

For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression listening comprehension and early reading skills. Ages 3-6; 30 min.

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Free walk-in blood pressure screening and monitoring offered by Howard County General Hospital: A Member of Johns Hopkins Medicine. 2nd Tuesdays.

Ages 3-5 with adult. Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome to this supportive judgment-free class that includes stories music and movement in a small group.

Is your imagination filled with stories but you don't know where to begin? Explore a variety of basic techniques to enhance any type of creative writing including memoir fiction and poetry with published author and poet Ann Bracken.

Transform an older object! Item may be made of wood metal plastic glass or a combination of materials. Consider wood types joinery accessories hardware paint and stain types and different construction techniques and necessary tools.

Ages 4-6. 30 min. Ticket required. For children who are ready for an independent class as they prepare to start school. This class introduces early learning skills such as listening pre-reading math movement and music.

Listen to and discuss picture book nominees for Maryland's children's choice award in preparation for spring voting. Includes a craft or activity. Grades K-3. Eight-month series.

Discussions and activities related to Newbery Medal and Newbery Honor winners. Grades 4-8. Eight-month series. September's discussion title is From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg.

Join your friends for a popular PG-13 movie and free popcorn. Ages 11-17. Sponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS.

Have fun practicing math skills in everyday life with math concept books stories songs and activities. Ages 4-6. Ticket required.

Ages 14-18. Registration Required. Are you ready for college life? Still figuring out your career of choice?

Work on your homework and participate in activities. Snack available. Ages 8-17. Mondays - Fridays; 3-4:30 pm (school days only)

Join us after school to work on your homework and participate in games and activities. Snacks available. For middle school students. Limited space. Permission slip required. Mondays - Thursdays; 3-5 pm (full school days only).

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive. Sponsored by KidzTable.

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive snacks. Sponsored by KidzTable.

Work on your homework and participate in activities. Snack available. Ages 8-17. Mondays - Fridays; 3-4:30 pm (school days only)

Join us after school to work on your homework and participate in games and activities. Snacks available. For middle school students. Limited space. Permission slip required. Mondays - Thursdays; 3-5 pm (full school days only).

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive. Sponsored by KidzTable.

Ages 11-18. Recommend books music and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with HCLS instructors on projects you create. Refreshments.

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive snacks. Sponsored by KidzTable.

Work on your homework and participate in activities. Snack available. Ages 8-17. Mondays - Fridays; 3-4:30 pm (school days only)

Join us after school to work on your homework and participate in games and activities. Snacks available. For middle school students. Limited space. Permission slip required. Mondays - Thursdays; 3-5 pm (full school days only).

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive. Sponsored by KidzTable.

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive snacks. Sponsored by KidzTable.

Work on your homework and participate in activities. Snack available. Ages 8-17. Mondays - Fridays; 3-4:30 pm (school days only)

Join us after school to work on your homework and participate in games and activities. Snacks available. For middle school students. Limited space. Permission slip required. Mondays - Thursdays; 3-5 pm (full school days only).

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive. Sponsored by KidzTable.

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive snacks. Sponsored by KidzTable.

Work on your homework and participate in activities. Snack available. Ages 8-17. Mondays - Fridays; 3-4:30 pm (school days only)

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive. Sponsored by KidzTable.

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive snacks. Sponsored by KidzTable.

Join the club to take part in the science and art of gardening. Ages 6-8. Ticket and signed release form required for each class.

Crazy 8's is a nationwide after-school math club. Every week build stuff run and jump make music make a mess...and make friendships at the same time. Grades K-2. 8-week series: Sept 3 - Oct 22. Register once for the series.

Crazy 8's is a nationwide after-school math club. Every week build stuff run and jump make music make a mess...and make friendships at the same time. Grades 3-5. 8-week series: Sept 4 - Oct 23. Register once for the series.

Read to dogs! Fidos for Freedom's therapy dogs available for drop-in reading sessions. Ages 5-10; allow 20 min. Parent/guardian must sign permission slip prior to each session.

Participate in activities that explore science and technology along with environmental and earth science topics.

Autumn is a great time to plant cool weather crops harvest seeds and put the garden to bed. Join the Tween Sprouts and come prepared for outdoor activity. Ages 9-11. Register for each session separately.

Make a mini chalkboard draw a sky scene then share your design with fellow classmates. Ages 6-9. Registration required. <i>If you would like a reminder for this class please provide an email address.</i>

Ages 11-17. Registration required. Attend any number of classes. Learn skills and coding concepts such as loops variables and functions in a collaborative fun environment.

Read to dogs! Fidos for Freedom's therapy dogs available for drop-in reading sessions. Ages 5-10; allow 20 min. Parent/guardian must sign permission slip prior to each session.

Recommend books music and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with HCLS instructors on projects you create. Refreshments. Saturdays; Sep 14 Oct 12 Nov 9 (4:30 - 5:30 pm) Ages 11-17. Allow 30 minutes.

All ages. Ticket required. Bilingual stories and music just before bedtime. Cuentos bilingues y musica antes de ir a dormir. Pajamas teddy bears and blankets welcome. Pijamas ositos de peluche y cobijitas son bienvenidos.

Stories baby games and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.

Make beautiful blossoms using crepe paper and other materials. Sep 9: Cosmos & Roses

Ages 11-17 parents welcome.

Howard County Library System partners with the Howard County Circuit Court to meet the needs of self-represented litigants in Howard County. Attorneys provide free legal assistance for income-eligible walk-in clients.

This seven-week writing workshop taught by Dario DiBattista fosters writing and narrative skills that veterans and active duty personnel need to share their stories.

Discover current health initiatives and how the Howard County Health Department promotes preserves and protects the health of everyone in our community.

Discussions and activities related to Newbery Medal and Newbery Honor winners. Grades 4-8. Eight-month series. September's discussion title is Inside Out and Back Again by Thanhha Lai.

Meets at 50+ Center. View a critically acclaimed new release movie on a large screen.

Families of students in grades K-5. Discover how we can help you have a great school year!

Book discussion Mondays; 7 - 8 pm. Sep 9: <i>Can You Ever Forgive Me?</i> by Lee Israel Oct 14: <i>Allegedly</i> by Tiffany Jackson Nov 18: <i>Born a Crime</i> by Trevor Noah

Ages 11-17. Registration required. Selecting a History Day topic is a process of gradually narrowing down the area of history in which you are interested and focusing on a manageable subject.

Book discussion Mondays; 7 - 8 pm. Sep 9: <i>Watchmen</i> by Alan Moore Oct 7: <i>Slaughterhouse 5 or The Children's Crusade</i> by Kurt Vonnegut Nov 4: <i>Another Country</i> by James Baldwin

Discuss gardening questions. Mondays; 7 - 8:30 pm. In partnership with Howard County Master Gardeners

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in English in a fun and casual setting.

Learn Korean in this 12-week class taught by Saea Oh who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).

Share your original near-publication ready writing with other experienced writers to critique and exchange feedback. 2nd Mondays.

Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas teddy bears and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 min.

Read cuentos and sing canciones in both English and Spanish. Families; 30 min. Ticket required.

Book discussion 2nd Tuesdays; 7 - 8:30 pm.

Ages 6-8. Registration Required. For children transitioning from early readers to chapter books. Activities include reading comprehension exercises games and a craft.

Learn when and where to plant spring and summer bulbs and how to care for them. Guidelines for planting and transplanting bulbs also covered. In partnership with the Howard County Master Gardeners.

Bring your knitting embroidery cross stitch or other needlework projects. Exchange ideas tips and a few laughs.

Ages 5-7. Take turns reading aloud heartwarming funny and captivating graphic novels.

Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas teddy bears and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

Learn how to create a hand-pieced sampler quilt (without a quilting machine) measuring around 36" x 46".

Ages 13-18. Discuss captivating novels with other teens. Sep 11: <i>Symptoms of Being Human</i> by Jeff Garvin Oct 09: <i>The Hazel Wood</i> by Melissa Albert Nov 13: <i>Rebel Soul</i> by Axie Oh

Book discussion 2nd Wednesdays; 7 - 8:30 pm.

Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.

Dive into our picture book collection with fun read-aloud stories. Ages 5-7; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas teddy bears and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

ages 6-10: 45-60 min. Join Andrea Beaty's Questioneers Iggy Peck Rosie Revere and Ada Twist as they learn the value of perseverance and following your dream. After the story work on a creation.

Ages 7-10. Registration required. A book club for mothers and daughters to share the joy of reading. Discuss the book then create a craft <i>If you would like a reminder for this class please provide an email address.</i>

Extend your gardening season with a late summer and early fall planting. Central Maryland's mild fall climate allows the average gardener to grow some vegetables into late November.

150 pieces and 45 minutes - can you build the best LEGOÆ structure?

Jump into the exciting world of STEAM: science technology engineering art and math! Explore enriching content while experimenting with various creative processes.

Book discussion 2nd Thursdays; 7 - 8 pm. Sep 12: <i>How to Stop Time</i> by Matt Haig Oct 10: <i>The Death of Mrs.

The State of the Bay report provides an overview of the condition of the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed based on scientific research conducted by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.