Week Calendar

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.

Celebrate Grouch Day with grumpy stories songs and a craft. Ages 2-5 with adult. Ticket required.

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

Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required. Explore simple science concepts and hands-on activities inspired by children's literature. October Theme: Harvest Time

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.

Read and discuss a variety of titles set in the British Isles. 3rd Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:30 am.

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

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.

Have fun with your baby while learning basic words in American Sign Language. Ages infant-23 months.

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

Learn the basics of paper quilling with fun fall motifs! Ages 16+

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.

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

Do you like to sew knit crochet or embroider? Finish a project start a new one or simply meet other adults with similar interests. All skill levels welcome. Basic instruction available. 1st & 3rd Thursdays.

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

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

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

Listen to stories and sing songs about math concepts then play with toys that build on those concepts during the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival. Ages 2-3 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required.

Celebrate fall with stories songs a color science experiment and a craft during the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival. Ages 3-5; 45 minutes. Oct 10: apples Oct 17: leaves Oct 24: pumpkins

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. 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. 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.

Ages 5-7. Ticket Required. Build book club skills by reading a picture book together followed by discussion and activities. Books feature strong and independent boys.

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.

Parents and caregivers with children ages infant - 2 and expectant parents. <i>Registration required.

Ages 10-12.Registration required. Tween book chat for boys and girls.

Recycling can be confusing rewarding and helpful to our community! Learn best practices for recycling household products yard waste and electronic parts.

Master Gardeners discuss and demonstrate composting on a drop-in basis. Free bins provided to Howard County residents. In partnership with Howard County Master Gardeners.

Ages 3-5 years with adult. Allow 30-45 minutes. Explore stations with activities that stimulate and encourage children to explore and investigate during the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival.

Need help accessing eBooks eAudiobooks or streaming content on your laptop phone or tablet? Drop in with your technology related questions.

Learn about the basics of preparing and printing a document on our computers. Practice information searches.

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.

Celebrate Grouch Day with grumpy stories songs and a craft. Ages 2-5 with adult. Ticket required.

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

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.

Have fun with your baby while learning basic words in American Sign Language. Ages infant-23 months.

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

This six-week workshop for people living with or at risk for Type II Diabetes teaches self-management skills so participants can experience positive health outcomes and improve quality of life. Caregivers are welcome to register.

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

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

Listen to stories and sing songs about math concepts then play with toys that build on those concepts during the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival. Ages 2-3 with adult; 45 min. 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 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 13 & up. Take a practice ACT exam with C2 Testing on Oct 19. Return for your personalized score report results on Oct 29. During the review session test administrators explain the score reports and offer helpful test taking strategies.

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.

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

Learn how the digital single lens reflex camera is engineered to utilize part of the electromagnetic spectrum we call visible light.

Get extra help with math classes from a HiTech instructor through AP Calculus. Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register. Grades 6-12.

Book Discussion 3rd Thursdays; 12 - 1 pm. Sep 19: <i>Girls Burn Brighter</i> by Shobha Rao Oct 17: <i>There There</i> by Tommy Orange Nov 21: <i>The Mars Room</i> by Rachel Kushner

Struggling with science? Bring your problems in and we can help. Work on self-study science projects for school or perform science experiments ranging from biology to chemistry with guidance from a HiTech instructor.

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 3-6; 30 min.

Ages 2-5 with adult; allow 30 minutes. Ticket required. Explore and engage in various STEM concepts through self guided stations.

Drop in and make some fun crafts. Ages 2-5 with adult. Allow 30 min.

Learn and participate in the building of an attractive free little library box as we talk about materials tools and finishes. Ages 21+

<b><font color=red>* This class has been cancelled. *</font></b> Explore simple circuits and create a constellation using LEDs during the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival. Ages 8-11.

Ages 3-5 years with adult. Allow 30-45 minutes. Explore stations with activities that stimulate and encourage children to explore and investigate during the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival.

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.

Explore simple science concepts and experiments about weather. Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required.

Satisfy your creative impulse! No experience necessary supplies provided. 3rd Tuesdays. Sep 17: Jar Lanterns Oct 15: Paint a Pumpkin Nov 19: Fall Landscapes Register for each class separately.

Ages 2-5 with adult. Allow 30 min. Play with toys and new friends enjoy music develop cognitive motor and social skills. (Some sensory play activities may include contact with household materials containing potential allergens.)

Ages 3-5 with adult 30 min. Ticket required. Enjoy a story help place the train cards in order(sequence) and explore hands-on STEAM activities during the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival.

Discussions about state award nominees. Vote for a winner in April. Eight-month series. Copies of monthly titles available for borrowing by registered participants at the Central Children's Research Desk.

Discussions about state award nominees. Vote for a winner in April. Eight-month series. Copies of the month's book title available for borrowing by registered participants at the Central Children's Research Desk.

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.

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. Copies of monthly titles available for borrowing by registered participants at the Central Children's Research Desk.

Play Bingo featuring favorite book characters and win a book! Ages 5 & up. Ho. Co. schools closed. <i>If you would like a reminder for this class please provide an email address.</i>

From 1.5 volts to 325 000 volts. During the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival learn about electrical safety through discussion and demonstrations from an electrical engineer and former employees of Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab.

Learn how rockets work then create and experiment with your own during the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival. Ages 8-10. 45-60 min. Ho. Co. schools closed.

Drop in and make fun fall crafts. All ages. Allow 30 min. Ho. Co. schools closed.

Films the entire family can enjoy. Families. Ho. Co. schools closed. Oct 18: <b><i>Teen Titans Go!

Practice your drawing skills with a still life. Materials provided; no instruction provided.

Ages 7 & up. Do you enjoy reading graphic novels? Read some of the latest graphic novels and have a lively discussion. Participants are encouraged to suggest favorites for future sessions. Register for each session separately.

Ages 7 & up (7-8 year olds must be accompanied by an adult); 60 min.

Work in teams to solve engineering challenges with cubelets during the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival. Ages 9-12; 60 min.

Exercise your brain by doing jigsaw puzzles or word search puzzles - or both!

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.

From photos to movie posters what does it take to create print advertisements for Hollywood movies? Focus on the Adobe Photoshop tools needed to create a movie poster. Learn to use layers layer effects and filters from a HiTech instructor!

Explore chemistry in a fun and colorful environment with a HiTech instructor! Conduct experiments that range from the physical and chemical properties of matter to Thermodynamics and Thermochemistry and even Acid-Base Chemistry. Grades 6-12.

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).

Grab some popcorn and join us for our Movie Matinee series. 3rd Tuesdays. Ages 18+.

Explore simple science concepts and experiments about weather. Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required.

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

Test your engineering skills by constructing a roller coaster using specific materials in under 60 minutes during the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival. Ages 11-17.

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

Ages 6-9. Ticket required. Build reproduce and follow patterns to enhance spatial relations and small motor skills.

See who can create the best straw rocket as you develop prototypes and test your designs for aerodynamic soundness during the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival. Ages 9-12.

Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required. Explore simple science concepts and hands-on activities inspired by children's literature. October Theme: Harvest Time

Get extra help with math classes from a HiTech instructor through AP Calculus. Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register. Grades 6-12.

Famous for his bold murals Diego Rivera also created colorful cubist paintings in the modernist style. Learn how he used color and texture to create visual appeal then use his technique to create a work of art. Ages 7-10.

Learn the basics of programming in Python from a HiTech instructor! Create games interactive programs and anything else you want. Absolutely no experience required -- you'll learn how to program a basic game in the first class!

Get extra help with math classes from a HiTech instructor through AP Calculus. Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register. Grades 6-12.

Get extra help with Computer Science classes from a HiTech instructor learn a new programming language or work on a fun project like coding your own Roblox game! Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register.

Struggling with science? Bring your problems in and we can help. Work on self-study science projects for school or perform science experiments ranging from biology to chemistry with guidance from a HiTech instructor.

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.

Include access to the sound booth and other HiTech equipment to record and mix music or create movies. Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register. Grades 6-12.

Graphic design and digital art guidance provided by a HiTech instructor as you work on your own digital art with access to the Adobe Creative Suite (including Photoshop Illustrator and Animate) and other software. Registration preferred.

Get extra help with math classes from a HiTech instructor through AP Calculus. Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register. Grades 6-12.

Experience virtual environments or play virtual reality games with Oculus Rift! Explore virtual reality with a HiTech instructor. Drop-in. Grades 6 - 12.

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.

Include access to the sound booth and other HiTech equipment to record and mix music or create movies. Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register. Grades 6-12.

Get extra help with math classes from a HiTech instructor through AP Calculus. Registration preferred. Drop-in but priority given to those who register. Grades 6-12.

Programming Lab Get extra help with Computer Science classes from a HiTech instructor learn a new programming language or work on a fun project like coding your own Roblox game! Registration preferred.

Explore the magic of math with related stories activities and games while learning some early elementary mathematical concepts. Register for each class separately. Grades K-2. Ages 5-8. Thursdays Oct 17 - Nov 21 (No class Oct 31).

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.

Ages 11-17. Celebrate LGBT+ history month by discovering a variety of great books (including graphic novels!) written by and/or featuring people from the LGBT+ community. Rainbow-themed reading lists and refreshments provided.

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.

<font color=red><b>* Note: This series has been cancelled. *</b></font> Discuss and review books and topics in business management and political economy.

Films the entire family can enjoy. Free popcorn and drinks. All ages.

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.

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; 30 min.

This six-week workshop addresses the concerns of people who live with or are at risk of having a chronic condition such as heart disease diabetes cancer obesity depression chronic pain arthritis lung disease and any other health concerns.

Explore human and physical geography and expand your spatial thinking while learning about where you live during the 2019 Maryland STEM Festival.

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

Ages 11-17 with parent. 60 min. Registration required. Assigned a National History Day project? Learn tips and tools from HCLS Research Specialists meet history day judges and learn strategies to locate sources.

Ages 12-16. Registration required; register once for the series.

Celebrate LGBT History Month with some wonderful related picture books songs activities and a rainbow craft. Ages 8-11. 30-45 min.

Ages 13-17. Meet fellow fans enjoy a movie and snacks play video games work on your anime art and win prizes!

Learn the fundamentals of loom knitting and create a handmade craft. Materials provided. Ages 6 & up with adult.

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

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

Ages 11-13. All genders welcome. Registration required. Learn the concepts of loops variables conditionals and functions that form the basis for all programming languages in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models.

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

Do you need help with your History Day project? Drop in to speak with an HCLS Research Specialist to get assistance with developing a History Day topic finding appropriate resources or reviewing your finished project.

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).