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. Improve your reading level and English language knowledge with evidence-based strategies that build your reading skills.

Ages 2-5 with adult. 30 minutes. Ticket required. Free 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.

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.

This is a class for English language learners.

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.

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

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Ages 18 mos - 3 years with adult; 20 - 30 minutes.

Stories, songs and play time.

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

Allow 20 min.

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

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 taking the US citizenship exam. You'll receive an email invitation to attend an orientation first.  This orientation is required for all participants. 

This is an in-person class designed for adult English language learners. Improve your reading level and English language knowledge with evidence-based strategies that build your reading skills.

Ages 2-3 with adult. 30-45 min. Ticket required.

Celebrate STEM month with math stories, songs, and activities. 

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

2023 Maryland STEM Festival

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.

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

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

This virtual class is designed for adult English language learners who are interested in working as IT Support Specialist.  Participants learn about the work setting, responsibilities, potential earnings, and a pathway to advance in the IT field.&

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

This virtual 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.

Limited Attendance. Ticket required.

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 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

Ages 3-5 with adult. 30 min.  Registration required.

Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome at this supportive, judgment-free class that includes stories, music, and movement in a small group.

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

Tales, tunes, and tons of fun!

In 1918, on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month all hostilities were to end according to the new armistice signed earlier that morning. The following year the Trea

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.

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.

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

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

Families; 30 min. Ticket Required.

Let's get ready for Thanksgiving by learning about wild turkeys! Read books and explore a trunk from Maryland's Department of Natural Resources including decoys, gobbler call, replica skull, and scat.

Ages 2-3 with adult. 30-45 min. Ticket required.

Celebrate STEM month with math stories, songs, and activities. 

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

2023 Maryland STEM Festival

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.

Limited Attendance. Ticket required.

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.

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

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

Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Google Maps is a mapping application that offers satellite imagery, street maps, and street-view-perspectives. It also has a route planner for yourpreferred transportation method.

Ages 3-5 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.

If you’re looking to improve your computer skills, bring your questions, and visit our computer skills open lab. Increase your technical knowledge by getting hands-on assistance with topics such as:  

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.

Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.

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

Ages 3-5, 30 minutes. RG, registration required. 

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

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

** Only on Nov 9th we meet at 2 PM instead of 4 PM. **

Share fiction and/or nonfiction titles that are on your bookshelf and we will share titles from our shelves. If you don't have a title to share, find inspiration in what others recommend and start building your reading list.

B-I-N-G-O! Get sociable and win prizes. Compete and converse with other bingo fans. 

After school supervised safe space for middle and high school students. Socialize with peers, work on homework, or enjoy optional games, crafts, and other activities.

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

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 with adult; 45 min.

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

After school supervised safe space for middle and high school students. Socialize with peers, work on homework, or enjoy optional games, crafts, and other activities.

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

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

After school supervised safe space for middle and high school students. Socialize with peers, work on homework, or enjoy optional games, crafts, and other activities.

Wednesdays; 2 - 4 pm   Oct 11 & 25

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

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

National History Day and other history students get hands on help from Elkridge Landing MS teachers and HCLS librarians.

After school supervised safe space for middle and high school students. Socialize with peers, work on homework, or enjoy optional games, crafts, and other activities.

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

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

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

How do films shape and connect us? Join our film discussion series. Please watch monthly films prior to their actual discussion dates

Nov 6: Boiling Point

Ages 11-18 | Walk in, no registration needed, space is limited.  

Dive into the world of special effects, through the view of a Makeup Artist! Students will learn the history and science behind the film industry’s own movie magic.

Have you ever wanted to create something with resin  Learn about the chemistry behind crafting with resin. Taught by a HiTech Instructor.

Ages 11 - 18. Drop-in.

Want to blow off some steam after a long day at school? Come chill with us at ELK!

We've got the Playstation 5 and Nintendo Switch ready to go!!!

Using the iPad Pro and animation apps, learn how to create your own 2D animations. Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Ages 11-17. Drop-in.

Ages 11-18 | Walk in, no registration needed, space is limited.  

Explore how art, technology, and science can be combined by participating in different activities.

Ages 11-18 | Walk in, no registration needed, space is limited.  

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.

MEET famed young adult author, Nic Stone as she shares the inspiration behind her critically-acclaimed novel Dear Martin and other featured works.

Receive hands-on assistance from HCLS instructors with your technical support needs.  Savage staff will be available to assist you with using your personal devices, basic computer skills, common computer software, and editing and printing doc

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. 

Ages 6-10; 45 minutes. Ticket required.

Get creative to build your own towers, 3-D shapes, and other fun challenges with Skoolzy giant straws building sets. 

Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.

Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.

30 Minutes. Ages 6-11. Ticket required.

14+ adult 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.

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

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.

Ages 8-12; 30 min. Ticket required.

Join us for an informal Spanish conversation and homework assistance time. We will practice basic phrases and vocabulary.

Ages: 11 - 18. Meet up with fellow fans and discuss your favorite series/games. We will be watching anime together, having game demos, making art/crafts, and exploring some Japanese language/cultural tie-ins. Drop-ins encouraged and welcomed!

Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome if space allows. 

All ages. Allow 30 min.

Ages 8-11; 45 min.Ticket required.

Come write in! Celebrate National Novel Writing Month in November by collaborating on a short story and creating a journal.

Ages 5-10; allow 20 min. Parent/guardian must sign permission slip or have one on file prior to participating. Ticket and book required. Free tickets and books will be available 15 minutes before class.

This is an in-person class for beginning adult English language learners. It meets weekly in HCLS Central Branch. You will receive an email invitation to attend an orientation.

Join us for an evening of fun crafts and conversation as well as music to stimulate those creative juices. Materials will be provided and all skill levels welcome!  

November - Upcycled Book Turkeys

Are your notes a jumbled mess, making it impossible to study effectively?

Curious about the Cricut?  Come to the Glenwood Branch + Makerspace to learn how to create a custom card with the Cricut Maker.  Every participant must register. All supplies provided. 

Grades 4-6. RG, Registration required. 60 minutes.

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

Create a unique fall centerpiece out of upcycled glass jars, acrylic paint, stencils and electric tea lights (no actual fire involved).

Open to all middle and high school students, registration required.

Families; allow 30 minutes. Drop in.

Explore and engage in various STEM activities through self-guided stations.

Ages 7-9.  45 minutes.  Registration required.

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 is an in-person class that meets in

Ages 5-8; 45 min. Registration required. 

Build listening & comprehension skills while an instructor reads a non-fiction picture book, followed by discussion & related activities.

Join us for a casual D&D game, open to all experience levels, beginners welcome! We will start with Dragons of Stormwreck Isle on October 2nd. Missed the first meeting? No problem--this D&D club is designed for flexibility! Ages 12+.

Read and discuss a wide range of fiction and non-fiction books on different cultures around the world as well as immigrant fiction.

1st Mondays; 7- 8 pm. 

Join for a discussion of the following titles:

Ages 9-12. Registration required.

Calling all LEGO™ bricks fans! Receive your challenges for the day and work individually or in groups to create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks.

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).

Join us for a discussion of books that explore humans, and their conditions.

November 6th we will discuss Corruptible by Brian Klaas.

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

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

We focus on spies, espionage, and world intrigue, alternating both classic and contemporary fiction and nonfiction, from the twentieth century and beyond.

Join us for discussion of the following titles:

Join other film lovers to discuss contemporary films, following the Columbia Film Society screenings. 

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

This class is designed for adult English language learners. Improve your reading level and English language knowledge with evidence-based strategies that build your reading skills.

Ages 8-12; 45 minutes.

Join us for hands-on learning experiences that allow us to investigate our world. 

Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

BLACK MOVIE MATTERS!,  a virtual ZOOM discussion of Black “matters” presented in critically acclaimed films. 

Read and discuss a wide array of mystery novels. 

2nd Wednesdays, 7-8pm, HYBRID. Register here for the Zoom link, or join us at the Savage Branch!

Read and discuss a wide array of mystery novels. 

February: The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris

March: The Last Widow by Karin Slaughter

Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners. Registration required. Ages 18+.

The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation skills, and build confidence to think and speak English in a relaxed