Week Calendar

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

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.

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

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

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

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 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 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 adult English language learners.  Practice conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

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

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 is a class for English language learners.

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.

All ages; 30 min.

Come experience the joys of music and movement. 

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

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

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

If you’re looking to improve your computer skills, then visit our computer skills open lab! Boost your technical knowledge by getting hands-on assistance with topics such as:  

This class is designed for adult English language learners.  Learn English in a supportive environment to improve your reading, writing, speaking, listening and pronunciation skills.

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

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Ages 2-5 with adult. 30 minutes. Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Tales, tunes, and tons of fun!

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

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

Ask Maryland Master Gardeners questions and receive useful tips and practical advice.

Ask Maryland Master Gardeners questions and receive useful tips and practical advice.

Find the answers to gardening questions by talking with a University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener. Drop in; no registration required. 

Learn the basics of composting. Composting reduces pressure on our landfills and recycles organic waste material into helpful soil supplements for gardens, container plants, and lawns.

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

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

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

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.

For children entering Kindergarten this fall; 30-45 min. Registration Required.

Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day. Cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS.

Ages 3-5 with adult.  Allow 15 minutes.  Drop in.

Pop-in and make a fun craft!

All ages; 30 min.

Come experience the joys of music and movement. 

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

Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes.

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

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

The Makerspace is taking crafting to a whole new level. Discover how the laser cutter/engraver can take a simple drawing and turn it into a  treasured memento during this drop-in, Makerspace demonstration. 

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

Ages 2-5 with adult. 30 minutes. Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Tales, tunes, and tons of fun!

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

For children entering Kindergarten this fall; 30-45 min. Registration Required.

Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day. Cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS.

We will be discussing The Push by Ashley Audrain.  Make up discussion from August 9.

Join us for an in person discussion of The Mountains Sing by Nguyen Phan Que Mai on Thursday, August 18, 2022, 12 pm at the Central Branch.

Come speak to a representative from American Job Centers about the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP).  The DVOP assists individuals to overcome barriers that prevent them from gaining meaningful employment.  Learn about specializ

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.

Ages 2-5 with adult; all 30 minutes. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class begins.

Explore sensory stations with different activities that stimulate and encourage children to explore and investigate.

Come speak to a representative from American Job Centers about the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP).  The DVOP assists individuals to overcome barriers that prevent them from gaining meaningful employment.  Learn about specializ

Come speak to a representative from American Job Centers about the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP).  The DVOP assists individuals to overcome barriers that prevent them from gaining meaningful employment.  Learn about specializ

Ages 6-9; 45 min. Ticket required. Maximum of 12 participants. 

Explore the science of coding and programming with Colby, the programmable mouse.

Families/all ages. 45 minutes. Ticketed, tickets available 15 minutes prior to class.

Enjoy fun activities for the whole family.

Love historical fiction? So do we! Join our discussion to step into the past and connect with characters living in times different than our own.

August 15th: Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid

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

Ages 3-5 with adult. 45 minutes. Ticketed. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Ages 3-5, 30 minutes, registration required.

Develop school readiness skills and gradually practice independence while enjoying music, books, and creative expression.

Discover 19th-century print-making techniques during this hands on class. Using the sun and treated paper, create your own unique cyanotype print with found objects. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

All ages, 15-20 minutes. Ticketed. Tickets available 15 minutes prior to class.

Visit the "other side" of the book drop in this behind-the-scenes tour.

All ages, 15-20 minutes. Ticketed. Tickets available 15 minutes prior to class.

Visit the "other side" of the book drop in this behind-the-scenes tour.

Families, 45 min.  Ticket required.

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

Families/all ages. 45 minutes. Ticketed, tickets available 15 minutes prior to class.

Enjoy fun activities for the whole family.

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

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

Ages 3-5 with adult. 45 minutes. Ticketed. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Ages 6-9; 30-45 min. Ticket required.

Enjoy a story about space then use resources from NASA to complete fun activities and learn about the Solar System. Bring home a souvenir from your trip around the galaxy!

Ages 10 - 14. Registration required. 

Ages 9 & up. 45 min.

Moving Up To Middle School is a 90-minute class for students starting sixth grade this fall.

Ages 11-18. Registration required.

Ages 5-7; 30 min.

For emerging readers. After reading the title, join us for fun activities that include reading comprehension exercises and games.

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

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

Calling all anime and manga lovers! Come enjoy manga coloring and crafts, as well as enjoy anime-related programming. お楽しみに!

No registration needed, space is limited.

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

Grades 6-8. 45-60 min. 

Families; 30 minutes.

Bilingual stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas, teddy bears, and blankets welcome.

Cuentos bilingües y música antes de ir a dormir. Pijamas, ositos de peluche y cobijas son bienvenidos. 

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

This is a class for English language learners. It focuses on essential English grammar and on the basics of writing for work and personal communication. This is an in-person class that meets in the Tapestry Room in HCLS Central Branch.

All ages. Allow 30 min.

Meet up with fellow manga lovers to practice drawing your favorite characters (or create your own!), recommend the manga you're reading and the anime you're watching, check out our collection and stream shows on Crunchyroll. Ages 11-18

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

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 beginning level.

Join our dance party featuring clean and classic 90s hip hop!

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

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.

Adventurers Wanted! Treasure, lore, and knowledge await. Join a campaign to unlock the secrets within Candlekeep's ancient tomes. Each manuscript transports readers to a story of danger, magic, and mystery.

For children entering Kindergarten this fall; 30-45 min. Registration Required.

Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day. Cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS.

Explore the different ecosystems in Maryland through art!

You've been building all summer, ready to prove you're the Lego Master?

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. This is an in-person class that meets in the Tapestry Room

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

Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles. 

Find the answers to gardening questions by talking with a University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener. Drop in; no registration required. 

Air-Dry Clay is a medium that can be safely enjoyed by artists of all ages. This class invites families to get creative together and enjoy a fun night of sculpting. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Join us to discuss some great novels about the American experience before they're critically acclaimed television shows and films.

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 to low intermediate levels.  The

This class invites families to get creative together and enjoy a fun evening of painting rocks. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

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

This is a class for adult English language learners.

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:

Explore various culinary cuisines/chefs of the world. A new cuisine/chef every month.

Students entering 6th grade. Registration required.

Meet new classmates, discuss the big move, and learn the secrets to success. Compete in a book bag relay and combination lock time-trial! 

Work in teams or alone to create an ocean animal out of recycled materials.

Registration is required. Materials are provided.

Hummingbirds are beginning their winter migration. Get to know these tiny birds and find out how you can encourage them to visit your backyard before constructing your own DIY hummingbird feeder.

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

In person session of Nonfiction Book Club. Register to attend online here: https://howardcounty.librarycalendar.com/event/nonfiction-book-club-online-1

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 to low intermediate levels.  The

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.

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

Jun 16th: "Care of" by Ivan Coyote

Jul21: no meeting

Celebrate the hard work and talent of Elkridge's emerging filmmakers' Oceans of Possibilities shorts. Watch the world premiers of these amazing films and special recognition will be given to participants, including Best Picture. 

We will be discussing The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles

Are you ready to flex your trivia muscles this summer?  Bring friends and family for a night full of fun competition, laughter and prizes. 

Register as a team or on your own.

This is a class for adult English language learners.