Week Calendar

Walking is a great way to get some activity into your routine.  Lets get up and walk together. Come and walk around East Columbia Library. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle.

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 is an in-person class designed for adult English language learners. Students read one short story each week and discuss it in class.

Ages 3-5 w/adult; 30 min. Ticket required. 

Explore the five senses and how we use them.

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 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!

Ages 0-5 with adult. 30 minutes. Ticket required.

Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas en español. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish. Followed by a playtime.

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.

Allow 20 min.

Play with our toys, read a board book, enjoy music, and visit with others.

This is an in-person class 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 u

This is a class for English language learners.

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. 

TIME FOR US

Ages 18 months-3 years with adult; 30 min.

Develop early learning skills through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Parents with children ages birth - 2. 45 minutes. Ticket required. Ticket available 15 minutes before class begins.

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

Did you know that working a puzzle may lead to reduced stress and/or improved mood?  Join us from 10:30-12:00 at the East Columbia Branch for some puzzling fun! 

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 class is designed for English language learners who are interested in working as Ophthalmic Technicians in an ophthalmologist’s office.  The participants will learn about the work setting, responsibilities, potential earni

This is an in-person, drop-in class for adult English language learners.  Practice English 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.

Ages 2-5, with adult. 30 min. Ticket required. 

This is an in-person class for English language learners.

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, history and governmen

Bring the projects you'd like to finish! All stitchers welcome.

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 at the children's desk 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.

Ages Infant-23 months with adult; 45 min. 

Songs, bounces, and rhymes for babies. Open play time with fun toys included.

This is an in-person class designed for intermediate 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 at the children's desk 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. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Ages 0-5 with adult. 30 minutes. Ticket required.

Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas en español. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish. Followed by a playtime.

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

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

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

In partnership with the Howard County Master Gardeners.

Ages 11-18 | Registration Required** | All materials provided

Welcome to our exciting WHODUNIT Forensic Science Series designed specifically for tweens and teens.

Attention high school students! Come join the C2 Education Testing Company to take a practice SAT test on Saturday May 13 and return a week later on Saturday May 20 at noon for your scores (parents/guardians welcome at scoreback session).

Ages 3-5 w/adult; 30 min. Ticket required. 

Explore the five senses and how we use them.

Tickets will be available at the children's desk 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!

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.
 

Families; 30 min. Ticket Required.

Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Tonya Aikens, President & CEO of Howard County Library System shares background and details about the new Lakefront Library planned for Downtown Columbia. Learn more about the plan and submit questions to be answered. 

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
 

Ticket required.  Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
 

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

Do you love the Elkridge community? Enjoy working with children? Need Student Service Learning Hours or want a Leadership Recommendation for your college application?

Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Learn how to create a thriving container garden by selecting the right pots for the right places.

We will be discussing Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney

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

Please watch the german movie "The Silent Revolution: Das Schweigende Klassenzimmer" on Kanopy.com before we meet on May 11. 

Learn how the digital single lens reflex camera is engineered to utilize part of the electromagnetic spectrum we call visible light. Obtain hands on experience using a DSLR camera and learn numerous picture-taking techniques.

Molten Color: Glass in the Getty Collection

Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Teen Time at HCLS East Columbia Branch is an initiative for neighborhood teens that enhances student academics in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment.

Ticket required. Tickets are available 15 minutes before class

Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.

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

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:  

Teen Time at HCLS East Columbia Branch is an initiative for neighborhood teens that enhances student academics in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment.

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

Teen Time at HCLS East Columbia Branch is an initiative for neighborhood teens that enhances student academics in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment.

Ages 3-5, 30 minutes.

Registration encouraged, drop-ins welcome! 

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

Teen Time at HCLS East Columbia Branch is an initiative for neighborhood teens that enhances student academics in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment.

Ages 5-11. 45 minutes. Tickets Required.

¡Celebra el Día de la Madre con nosotros y crea una artesanía encantadora y única para la figura materna en tu vida!. Se requiere tiquete.

Ages 8 & up, teens & adults welcome! 60 min. Registration required to reserve an ukulele for class use.

Join a fun, interactive six-hour course that provides participants all the tools needed for a professional babysitting business. Hosted by University of Maryland Extension Howard County 4-H.

Bring your bike and get ready for the season.  Ages 14+; under 14 with accompanying adult.

Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.

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

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

Hang out with friends, play games or get help with with assignments.

Join a fun, interactive six-hour course that provides participants all the tools needed for a professional babysitting business. Hosted by University of Maryland Extension Howard County 4-H.

A club for gaming enthusiast to learn and play games from the past, present and future. Monthly gaming tournaments for prizes

Limited space. Registration required to attend. Contact Coach Young at 410-313-7700

Ages 11-18. 60 min.

Take action! Help design, plan, and implement projects and events to benefit your community by collaborating with other TAB members and with support of library staff.  Service hours available.

Ages 11+, 15 min.

From Pre-Algebra to Calculus, explore student-created tutorials to learn middle and high school math concepts at your own pace.  

Ages 5-7; 30 min.

For emerging readers. Read a book together then stay for fun activities that include crafts, reading comprehension exercises, and games.

Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.

Ages 8-11, 60 min. Registration Required.

Commit to four weeks of ukulele instruction and perform a concert for your fans! Participants must supply their own ukulele for duration of series.

Dress rehearsal: May 30, 4:30-5pm

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

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

Please watch the german movie "The Silent Revolution: Das Schweigende Klassenzimmer" on Kanopy.com before we meet on May 11. 

AV Lab
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.

3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.

FOR GRADES 6th-12th.   | Drop-in class. Space may be limited. Register if you would like a reminder about this class. 

Ages 2-10 years with adult; 60 min. Ticket Required.

Drop-in, allow 20-30 minutes, to play! Activities may include arts and crafts, building, coloring, gaming, or puzzling.

Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Love LEGOs?! Challenge yourself to complete simple tasks using LEGOs in under a minute. Crazy fun with a few minutes to free build at the end.

Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.

If your child has "learn Spanish" in their New Year's Resolution, this is the perfect class for them.

Get started in learning sashiko: Japanese embroidery for mending and decoration.  Ages 14+

14 + AV lab
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.

Kindergarten- 2nd grade; 45-60 min. Registration required.

Ages 6+; 45-60 min.  Ticketed required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Play Bingo featuring superheroes and win a book!

3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. 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 at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
 

Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Do you have stories inside just begging to be told? Do lots of great ideas fill your imagination? Is there something you want to say but you don’t know where to begin?  Then this class is for you.

This is an in-person class for English language learners. It focuses on essential English grammar and on the basics of writing for work and personal communication. The class meets every Monday night at the Central Branch.

Course covers Project Management fundamentals, including:

• Define Project Management ​

• Cover five phases of Project Management​

Ages 8-12; 30 min. Ticket required.

Join us for an informal Spanish Conversation and Tutoring time. We will practice basic phrases and vocabulary.

Meet up with fellow anime and manga fans to practice drawing your favorite characters (or create your own!), recommend the manga you're reading and the anime you're watching and check out our collection/make suggestions for it.

All ages. Allow 30 min.

Studying for AP exams? Stop by during your study break to enjoy our relaxing space and take a brain break. Hydration Station, wellness themed craft, puzzles, coloring, and jokes available. Drop-in. 

In this class participants will have the opportunity to create an original linocut. They'll learn carving techniques for printmaking, how to color separate their artwork, and how to hand press their own prints.

Ages 6-10.  45 min.  Ticketed. 

Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.

Tickets available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Join us for an interactive event of video clips and conversation that cover Asian American advocacy past and present, nationally and in Howard County.

This is an in-person class for beginning adult English language learners. It meets weekly in HCLS Central Branch. If you're new to this program, you'll receive an email invitation to take a placement test to determine your level.

This is an in-person class for beginning level adult English language learners. It meets weekly in HCLS Central Branch. If you're new to this program, you'll receive an email invitation to take a placement test to determine your level.

Join us for an evening of fun crafts and conversation as well as music to stimulate those creative juices.   

May - Framed Paper Flowers

Ages 6-8. 45 min. Ticket required.

Exciting highlights from an area of nonfiction with an activity to follow.

Tickets available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

This class an in-person class designed for intermediate level English language learners who wish to improve their English reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.  The class meets in HCLS Central Branch.

For children transitioning from early readers to chapter books. After reading the title, join us for fun activities that include reading comprehension exercises and games.

This is a class for English Language Learners.  Practice conversational skills and discuss topics like small talk, common interests, life, work, and current events in a safe and supportive environment. The class meets weekly in the Central Br

This is an in-person class for beginning level adult English language learners. It meets weekly in HCLS Central Branch. If you're new to this program, you'll receive an email invitation to take a placement test to determine your level.

DEAR: DOGS EDUCATING AND ASSISTING READERS 

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

Get creative, make friends, and have fun! 

Presented by Candace Ball from Howard County Local Children’s Board & Kala Jenkins, Howard County Health Department 

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

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).

These classes are for adult English language learners from low beginning, high beginning and low intermediate levels. The classes meet twice a week on Mon.

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.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.