Week Calendar

Learn to code using the computing language Python from one of our HiTech instructors! No experience necessary. 

This is a class for adult English language learners.  Practice conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.  If you're new to this class, you'll receive an email invit

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. 

Tickets required. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the beginning of class.

This is a class for English language learners.

This is a class for English language learners.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. 

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Tickets required. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the beginning of class.

This class is designed for English language learners. Improve your spoken English as we focus on listening and speaking skills with an emphasis on everyday pronunciation, intonation, and stress, as well as unique American rhythms.

This is a class for English language learners.

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Tickets required. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the beginning of class.

Join Elville and Associates as we welcome back guest presenter Eric Jorgensen, a Special Needs Advisor with Special Needs Navigator who provides a complete timeline overview of what families and the professionals they work with can expect from the

This class is designed for adult English language learners. Improve your English reading skills, vocabulary and grammar by using a wide range of civics-related subject matter including US education, healthcare, histor

Join other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and sew, in an open forum for creating, conversing, sharing, and learning. Space is limited, so please register in advance to attend in person.

This class is designed for adult English language learners. Practice speaking skills in a supportive environment. Students read one short story each week and discuss it in class.

JUST FOR ME

Ages 3-6; 30 min.

For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills.

Ticket required.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

This class is designed for adult English language learners.  Parents of children aged ten and younger will gain a better understanding of informal spoken English and increase their knowledge of English vocabulary, especially as

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Design your own posters and banners! Design your creation using various software, then prepare your poster or banner for printing on the large format printer in the Glenwood&nbs

All ages.

Drop in and have fun coloring bookmark. We provide the materials, you supply the imagination!

Ages 5+, with adult. Drop-in, allow 10 minutes. 

Explore the science of chromatography while creating colorful coffee filter artwork. 

Location: Glenwood Cafe

Bring your engineering skills and creativity and join us in using tubes, boxes and other recycled materials to build the biggest marble run we can!

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Play trivia through email! Categories and fun for everyone. Please email HCLS.trivia@hclibrary.org for the trivia details or if you have questions.

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Undesign the Redline is an interactive exhibit that explores the history of structural racism and classism, how these designs compounded each other from redlining maps until today, and how we can come to

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes.

A story, music and lots of fun.

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

In this three part series participants will learn drawing fundamentals, and observational techniques to assist in drawing objects and scenes from life.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

Take a jaunt through the world of classical music. Ages 3 - 5 with adult. Ticket required. Mask required.

Jan 15 -- Vivaldi

Jan 22 -- J.S. Bach

Jan 29 -- Mozart

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Using a variety of software and techniques, design your own keepsakes that you can print using the Glowforge™ laser cutter and engraver in the Glenwood Makerspace! Tau

Learn the skills of audio sequencing in the digital audio workstation application Logic Pro X. Gain hands-on experience with this DAW software that allows you to manipulate and edit audio and MIDI tracks. Taught by a HiTech Instructor.

Explore all the creative possibilities in the Makerspace! Use an iPad Pro to create a drawing to put on a button or engrave on wood using the Laser Cutter Engraver! A HiTech instructor will be available to assist.  Drop in. Ages 11 – 18.

Receive fun and interactive activities that challenge thinking and help you stay mentally active through email. Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation. You will receive an email at noon wi

Enjoy a display of fine bonsai trees while learning about the symbolism and reverence for nature inherent in this Japanese art form. Study the placement of branches and discuss styling with the Maryland Bonsai Association masters. 

Learn the skills of audio sequencing in the digital audio workstation application Logic Pro X. Gain hands-on experience with this DAW software that allows you to manipulate and edit audio and MIDI tracks. 

Another amazing Art Lecture!

Ages 8-10;45 min. Registration required. 

Read a yucky story and learn how to combine different ingredients with a basic slime recipe to create your own unique slime to take home! Materials will be provided.

All ages.

Drop in and have fun coloring bookmark. We provide the materials, you supply the imagination!

Ages 11-18. Drop-in, allow 10 minutes. 

Ticket required. Tickets are available 15 minutes before class

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

Ages 2-5 with adult. 45 minutes. Ticketed. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.

Undesign the Redline is an interactive exhibit that explores the history of structural racism and classism, how these designs compounded each other from redlining maps until today, and how we can come to

Join team Cryptic #20123, a FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) robotics team from Centennial High School in partnership with HCLS, to learn and experience the joys of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through fun and engagin

Get extra help with math classes, through AP Calculus. Drop-in, taught by a HiTech instructor at East Columbia Branch.  Grades 6-12. 

Explore all the creative possibilities in the Makerspace! Use an iPad Pro to create a drawing to put on a button or engrave on wood using the Laser Cutter Engraver! A HiTech instructor will be available to assist.  Drop in. Ages 11 – 18.

Ages 11-18. 30 – 45 min.  

Strength in Our Stories Workshop 

Registration required. Ages 9 - 12.

Explore the concept of Modular Robotics by working with Cubelets. Join a group and compete in a challenge! Perfect for beginners.

Learn about robotics with LEGO Mindstorms programming. No previous knowledge required. This class is an hour and a half.  Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Learn about various topics in science. Taught by a HiTech instructor! Drop-in. Grades 6-12. 

This lab is an IN-PERSON class at the Savage Branch! 

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

Meet every second and fourth Thursday of the month. 

Drop-in to use the equipment in the A/V Studio! Record and mix music or create and edit movies with the help of a HiTech Instructor.

No registration required. Grades 6-12.  

The long awaited return of a perennial favorite! Test your reader's knowledge in a book bingo battle!

Ages 2 & up with adult; 60 min. Ticket Required.

Drop-in, allow 20-30 minutes, to build with our Legos, Magformers, and Mega Bloks!

Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions. Masks required.

Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes - 1 hour. Registration required.

Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills.

3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes - 1 hour. Registration required.

Drop-in A/V lab for adults, includes access to the recording booth and other HiTech equipment to record and mix music or create movies. In-person

Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills.

Grades 6-8. 45-60 min. 

Led by a weight management expert, this six-week program will provide the strategies and support you need to manage your weight in a healthy way and make 2022 your best year yet. Meetings include instruction and group discussion.

Like to tinker? Create? Hang out with friends? Join us every Monday night and enjoy exploring tech, games, and art through hands-on STEAM activities. New challenges every week.

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Special Offer!  30 attendees will be randomly selected to receive a free copy of the the first book in this duology, A Song of Wraiths and Ruins. 

Special Offer!  30 attendees will be randomly selected to receive a free copy of the the first book in this duology, A Song of Wraiths and Ruins. 

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

This three-part painting class will teach participants about portraiture and how to work in acrylic paint.

UPDATE: 1/12/22: This event is being shifted to an online format. Please register with an email address to receive a link to join the Zoom discussion.

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Ticket required.  Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
 

Read and discuss books by Asian authors or based on the Asian experience. 

3rd Mondays; 7 - 8 pm. 

Join for an online discussion of the following titles: 

This is a class for adult English language learners.  Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for English language learners in low beginning, high beginning and low intermed

This is a class for adult English language learners.  Improve your spoken English with this class. The class will focus on listening and speaking skills with an emphasis on everyday pronunciation, intonation and stress, as well as u

Each month HCLS co-hosts an online roundtable focusing on a local business owned by a Person of Color in Howard County.  The owner shares the experiences and challenges they face as a local business owner.

Ages 9 and up / Tired of besting your sibling every night?  Come drop in and challenge new opponents!  All skill levels welcome. (No registration needed)

Please note that this event has change format from In-Person to Virtual, and will take place over zoom. 

Enjoy a relaxing evening of art by turning colored paper into decorative mosaics.

This is a class for adult English language learners.

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English conversational skills through discussions on important world events.

Star Wars STEM Force

Ages 7-10 yrs.  45-60 min.  Ticket required.  

Welcome sci-fi enthusiasts and other intrepid readers!

Discuss a wide-array of SciFi movies (2nd Wednesdays) and books (4th Wednesdays)

Love to read romance novels? Do you need an escape from reality? Join the new Romantic Reads Book Discussion!

This is a class for adult English language learners.  Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for English language learners in low beginning, high beginning and low intermed

This is a class for adult English language learners.  Develop your English vocabulary and writing skills in the business context.  Learn to compose effective emails and reports for the workplace.  If you're new to thi

This class is designed for English language learners. Practice your speaking skills in a supportive environment. Students read a short story each week and discuss it in class.

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

Wednesdays, 7:45 - 8:45 pm

Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Join us for a lively discussion of all things murderous, mysterious, and mischievous!  Sometimes it's fiction, sometimes non-fiction, but always interesting. 

This is a class for adult English language learners.

This class is designed for English language learners who are interested in taking the U.S.