Week Calendar

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

Learn about CAREAPP an online listing of community programs and services for you your family and friends to find affordable food health services housing transportation education and employment in Howard County. All are welcome.

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

Celebrate the upcoming year of the rat with stories 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.

Explore simple science concepts and experiments inspired by children's literature. Theme: Weather Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required.

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.

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.

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.

Play with toys and puzzles read a book enjoy music and develop cognitive and social skills. All ages. Ticket required.

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in English in a fun and casual setting. In partnership with Project Literacy.

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

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

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

For English Language Learners only. 10 classes - 1/24/20 to 3/27/20. Registration and testing required. Testing Time: 1pm on Tue. 1/7/20 or 6pm on Wed. 1/8/20.

Book discussion Fridays 10-11 am. Dec 20: <i>Heroic Measures</i> by Jill Clement Jan 24: <i>The Gone Dead</i> by Chanelle Benz Feb 21: <i>The Age of Light</i> by Whitney Scharer

Veterans and Military Families: Drop in to speak with the Department of Veterans Affairs Outreach Team from the Vet Center in Baltimore.

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. 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.

Share stories songs and toys with Grammy and Pop Pop. Ages infant-24 months with adult. Ticket required.

Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. Ticket required.

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

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

Celebrate the upcoming year of the rat with stories 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.

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.

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

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

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 11-17. Learn the fundamentals of cross-stitch and complete a project. No experience necessary. Fun is mandatory.

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

Share stories songs and toys with Grammy and Pop Pop. Ages infant-24 months with adult. Ticket required.

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

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

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.

Includes 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.

Ages 11-18. Studying for midterms? We've reserved meeting rooms for you! Individual students and groups welcome. Refreshments.

Ages 11-18. Studying for midterms? We've reserved meeting rooms for you! Individual students and groups welcome. Refreshments.

Ages 11-18. Studying for midterms? We've reserved meeting rooms for you! Individual students and groups welcome. Refreshments.

Ages 11-18. Studying for midterms? We've reserved meeting rooms for you! Individual students and groups welcome. Refreshments.

Create drawings of interior spaces from observation. Lessons will cover composition foreshortening and the rules of perspective.

Too cold to go outside? Bring a little outside in by creating a woodland animal. Transform a pine cone into your choice of animal. Ages 6-9; 45 min. Registration required.

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a variety of crafts. Ages 2-6 with adult; allow 30 min.

Explore books about characters who look or live differently than you topics you haven't discovered or formats you havenít tried. Books held at Customer Service desk. Grades 6-8. Registration required.

Ages 4-6. 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. Ticket required.

Explore early math concepts inspired by children's literature and everyday activities. Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required.

Register for each class separately. Satisfy your creative impulse! No experience necessary supplies provided. Dec 17:Winter Workshop Jan 21:Snow Scenes Feb 18:Paper Mosaic

Develop school readiness skills and gradually practice independence while enjoying music books and creative expression. Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration required.

Need help accessing eBooks eAudiobooks or streaming content on your laptop phone or tablet? Drop in with your questions relating to technology offered by the library for eBooks eAudiobooks and eMagazines.

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

Did you turn 16 between 1956 and 1964? Ever own an RCA 45 rpm turntable? Do you recognize the No. 53310761? Remember Bob & Justine? Can you Twist? Mashed Potato? Watusi? Know who stands behind "The Wall of Sound"?

Too cold to go outside? Bring a little outside in by creating a woodland animal. Transform a pine cone into your choice of animal. Ages 6-9; 45 min. Registration required.

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

New to this country? Meet new friends and share your unique experiences. Welcome! Ages 11 & up. Registration required.

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

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

High school students only. Need a good spot for group study complete with snacks and school supplies? We've got you covered for four afternoons!

Explore early math concepts inspired by children's literature and everyday activities. 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.

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

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

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

High school students only. Need a good spot for group study complete with snacks and school supplies? We've got you covered for four afternoons!

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

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

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

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

High school students only. Need a good spot for group study complete with snacks and school supplies? We've got you covered for four afternoons!

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.

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

High school students only. Need a good spot for group study complete with snacks and school supplies? We've got you covered for four afternoons!

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 fashion design skills when you participate in a Project Runway style challenge to design an outfit in one hour.

Explore simple science concepts and experiments inspired by children's literature. Theme: Weather Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required.

Discover the gross anatomy of the human body and learn about three body systems that allow us function. Body systems to be discussed include: Integumentary Skeletal and Muscular. Register once for all four sessions; Jan 7 14 21 & 28.

Get extra help with Computer Science classes or learn a new programming language like python while you work on a simple coding project. New and experienced coders welcome! Registration preferred.

Ages 11-17. Introductory class to virtual reality concepts. Ticket and signed release form required.

Explore cyber trends threats and staying safe in cyberspace and protecting personal and company data. Earn a Cisco Networking Academy certificate upon completion of this course. Great for your resume or college application!

Includes 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.

Includes 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.

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.

Participate in activities that explore personal development plants and animals along with environmental and earth science topics.

Bring a book or borrow one of ours. Read to Fidos for Freedom's therapy dogs in a relaxing and encouraging environment while increasing oral reading skills and self-confidence. Ages 5-10; allow 20 min.

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.

Learn about the elements of typography while developing your skills at hand lettering. Learn tips for creating your own unique font then apply it to a design.

High school students only. Need more study time and space? We've got you covered for one night!

Teens. Take the stress out of midterms in a professional yet comfortable environment. Study alone or with peers. Energize your mind and spirit with puzzles color sheets and bubble wrap.

New and seasoned players join us for a monthly jam. Bring your uke or borrow one of ours. 3rd Tuesdays. Register for each session separately.

"I have been...and always shall be...your friend." Star Trek is back so let's watch the best (even numbered) movies at the library! Light refreshments provided. Live Long and Prosper.

Teens. Take the stress out of midterms in a professional yet comfortable environment. Study alone or with peers. Energize your mind and spirit with puzzles color sheets and bubble wrap.

Travel to Antarctica with Jack and Annie for some icy science activities and penguin fun. Ages 6-10. 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 minutes.

Teens. Take the stress out of midterms in a professional yet comfortable environment. Study alone or with peers. Energize your mind and spirit with puzzles color sheets and bubble wrap.

It's time to let your creativity sparkle like snow. Make decorative paper snowflakes for family friends and yourself! Ages 7-11. Ticket required.

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

Book discussion Mondays; 7 - 8 pm.

Ages 13 & up. Take a practice SAT exam with C2 Testing on Jan 11 then return for your personalized score report results on Jan 21.

Discover library (and other) resources that allow you to stream free movies TV shows documentaries and world language films.

Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels. 3rd Tuesdays 7 - 8 pm. Dec 17: <i>Saga of the Swamp Thing Vol 2</i> by Alan Moore Jan 21: <i>Hey Kiddo</i> by Jarrett Krosoczka Feb 18: <i>Archie.

Learn about various resources that are available for finding employment opportunities. Presented by the Howard County Office of Workforce Development.

Ages 11-18 & adults. Work on your stitching knitting or crocheting projects while chatting and sharing ideas. Find inspiration as you trade tips tricks and techniques with other crafting enthusiasts. All crafters welcome.

At East Columbia Branch join a lively discussion of the recent New Release Cinema film screening with the NEW RELEASE CINEMA DISCUSSION GROUP at 7 PM

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

Welcoming sci-fi enthusiasts and other intrepid readers. Book discussion Wednesdays 7 - 8 pm. Dec 4: <i>Alif the Unseen</i> by G.

Where can you look to find a job? Is your resume getting noticed? What common interview pitfalls should you avoid?

For children transitioning from early readers to chapter books. Read the assigned book then come to the book club for activities that include reading comprehension games and activities. Ages 6-8. Register for each session separately.

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 for young readers. Ages 5-7; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas teddy bears and blankets welcome.

May the force be with you as you use science technology engineering and math to solve problems. <b>Jan 23: Flying Millennium Falcon or R2-D2 </b> Ages 7-10. Ticket required.

<font color=red><b>** Rescheduled for March 4 **</b></font> Learn about one of the most preventable forms of cancer and how to stay healthy. In partnership with the Howard County Health Department.

Book discussion Thursdays; 7-8 pm. Dec 19: <i>Her Every Fear</i> by Peter Swanson Jan 23: <i>The Secret Adversary</i> by Agatha Christie Feb 27: <i>The Man Who Came Uptown</i> by George Pelecanos