Week Calendar

Kindergarten Field Trip

Kindergarten Field Trip

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.

WHY IS IT SNOWING?

Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket Required.

Explore winter science themes through children's literature and hands-on activities.

Tickets 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.

Virtual class for New Mom's Support Group, for Well & Wise partnership with Howard County General Hospital.

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.

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.
 

This webinar is an in depth overview that will thoroughly educate attendees about the essentials of estate and elder law planning.

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.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Ages 6-36 months. 

Play with toys, meet new friends, enjoy music, and develop cognitive, motor and social skills.

Attention high school students! Come join the C2 Testing Company to take a practice SAT test on February 19 and return the following week on February 26 from 12-1:30 for your scores (parents/guardians welcome at scoreback session).

If you miss this class, past classes are posted on the Howard County Library System YouTube channel Playlists [use link:  

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.

Participants will learn how to create a paper mosaic using old magazines. The class will cover topics on drawing techniques, enlarging using a grid method, color, and tonal values.

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.

Tales, tunes and tons of fun! 

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

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

Build reading and speaking confidence by reading picture books together, followed by discussion and activities.  Books will feature strong and independent characters.  Ages 5 – 7; 45 minutes. Ticket required. Mask required.

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

Join us for an online discussion of titles to be determined.

You must register separately for each discussion date.

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

Turn your ideas into 3D! Design objects you can print on the 3D printers located in the Glenwood Makerspace.  Taught by a HiTech instructor.

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.

Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Registration required.

Have you ever wanted to solve a mystery? Use your detective skills to discover how to read and 'break' different codes, ciphers and other puzzles to help crack the case!

Star Wars STEM Force

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

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

Ages 8 & up, teens & adults welcome! 60 min. Registration Required.

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

Learn the science of Alcohol Ink painting by making your own. Taught by a HiTech instructor! Drop-in. Grades 6-12. 

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

Field trip for HC Health Department Family Options Teen Parent Program.

Drop-in and make new friends after school at the HANG OUT! Play fun and competitive games, win prizes and much more. Hosted in partnership with Howard County Parks and Recreation.

A weekly hang out for teens to connect, play games and create.

Ages 11-18. 30 – 45 min.  

Strength in Our Stories Workshop 

Have you ever wanted to create a new world or turn yourself into a magical creature?  Have you ever wanted to make your photographs more dynamic?  Learn how to use Adobe Photoshop and all its tools and filters.

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! 

Have you, your child, or the whole family always wanted to learn Spanish? Well NOW is the perfect time!!!

Grades K-3.  Registration required. 45-60 minutes.

Listen to and discuss picture book nominees for Maryland’s children's choice award.

Drop-in and make new friends after school at the HANG OUT! Play fun and competitive games, win prizes and much more. Hosted in partnership with Howard County Parks and Recreation.

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.  

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.

All ages, 15- 20 minutes, drop-in.

Drop in and make some fun crafts.

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

Turn your ideas into 3D! Design objects you can print on the 3D printers located in the Glenwood Makerspace.  Taught by a HiTech instructor.

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.

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.

Learn the basics of Watercolor painting in this four part introductory class. Participants will learn how to prepare their paper, layer colors, use washes, and compose their own artwork.

- Supplies will be provided. -

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Ages 5-7; 45 min.  Ticket required.

Explore how to use the laser cutter/engraver in the Glenwood Makerspace. Create your own custom wood or acrylic keychain featuring your favorite state or country.  Design and cut your own keychain in this beginner's level class.

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

Join us for a of discussion fiction or non-fiction titles that embrace universal themes.

Need a last minute Valentine’s Day gift or just want to make something cool for your room? Join us as we make paper flower vases from discarded books and colorful paper flowers to go in them.  Ages 11-18

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

This webinar will provide an overview of the important changes in tax laws, review of existing important credits, unemployment, stimulus payments etc. 

Audience questions welcome.

Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels. 3rd Tuesdays 7 - 8 pm.

February 15  Invisible Kingdom: Volume I : Walking the Path and Invisible Kingdom: Volume II : Edge of Everything by G. Willow Wilson

This 2-part virtual series will be presented by historian and educator Marcus "Sankofa" Nicks. Over 2 sessions he will provide an in-depth history of how Black history began and the life of Dr. Carter G.

Ages 11-18 & Adults; Drop-in, 90 min.

Reflect on what you learned during a tour of the Undesign the Redline exhibit in a conversation facilitated by Trent Day Hall. What did you learn and how did you feel? How can we undesign the systems created by redlining?

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.

Ages 0-5, all ages/families.  Registration required. 20 minutes.  

Welcome, New Baby!

We bring the supplies, you bring the fun. Ages 5 - 11. Ticket required. Mask required.

Bas Bleu, French for “bluestocking,” refers to an intellectual or literary woman.  We read a variety of literary fiction, and all are welcome – not just bluestockings!

Join us for a discussion of the following books:

These workshops will be held in-person at HCLS, Central Branch.

"I am spoken courage passed down..." 

--Lady Brion

Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections.

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.

Play trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 18+. Please email HCLS.trivia@hclibrary.org for the trivia details or if you have questions.

The much requested competition is back!  Pit your skills against other local "Master Builders" to come up with the best design using only 150 pieces in 45 minutes.  Ages 9-17.

Explore the genre of nonfiction and join our discussions on third Thursdays!
 

Nov 18th: "Book Of Delights" by Ross Gay

We will be discussing Caste: The Origins of Our Discontent, by Isabel Wilkerson

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.