Week Calendar

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. Registration is not required, and walk-ins are welcome.

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.

Do you need help with your math homework or a study buddy for an upcoming exam? A HiTech instructor is here to help! Grades 6-12, pre-algebra to calculus.

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.

Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. 

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

Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas en español. Seguido de un tiempo de juego.

Learn how the digital single lens reflex camera is engineered to utilize part of the electromagnetic spectrum we call visible light.

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.

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

Ticket required. Tickets will be issued 15 minutes prior to class starting.

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.

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 virtual class is designed for adult English language learners who are interested in working as Ophthalmic Technicians.  Participants learn about the work setting, responsibilities, potential earnings, and a pathway to advance in the fiel

This is an in-person class for beginning English language learners.  It focuses on learning vocabulary and developing listening and reading, speaking and writing skills.  It meets in the Tapestry Room in HCLS Centra

Looking for dedicated time to work on projects? Bring stitching you'd like to finish, connect with others, and share ideas and tips. Drop in anytime between 10 am and 12 pm.

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.

Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. 

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.

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

Tickets required. Tickets will be given out 15 minutes prior to 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.

Tickets required. Tickets will be given out 15 minutes prior to 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.

Ages 6-24 months with adult. 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.

Families; Ages 5 - 8 with adult; allow 30 min

Read a picture book with your child and visit engaging literacy stations to work on activities independently or together. Ticket required.

Calling all builders!  Drop by as a family to build and create using traditional and non-traditional building materials.  Adults are required to attend with the children.  

Do you need help with your science homework or a study buddy for an upcoming exam? A HiTech instructor is here to help! Grades 6-12.

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

Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. 

Rescheduled from 1/16/24. From NASA: "With Artemis missions, NASA will land the first woman and first person of color on the Moon, using innovative technologies to explore more of the lunar surface than ever before.

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.

Ages 18-35 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Stories, songs, and activities.

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

Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration Required.

Practice STEAM skills by attempting various LEGO build challenges.

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

Let’s have fun learning about senses! Discover how animals use their senses!

Contact with an animal may occur. Presented by The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Zoo to You program.

Find out how to grow nutrient-dense microgreens at home. Learn about the easiest microgreens to start with, how to grow them (including equipment), and where seed and equipment can be purchased.

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

Grades 2nd-5th; 30 min. Ticket Required.

It's big kid story time! We'll read sophisticated picture books like funny and beautifully illustrated selections by Jon Klassen.

A terrific method for sowing seeds early can be accomplished using the "winter sowing method".  This is easily done by sowing seeds in a milk jug that becomes a mini greenhouse.  Learn how through a talk and demonstration

Students will get hands on experience working in Adobe Illustrator.  They will gain an understanding of vector illustrations and how they are used in digital media.  Students will use this vector illustration software to create art that

Infants birth-6 months with adult. 45 minutes. Registration required, one per household. 

Ages 8-10; 90 min. Registration Required. *Extra tickets may be available on day of session.

Ages 11-18 | Walk-in, no registration needed, space is limited. Register if you would like a reminder.  

Have you ever wanted to become a mad scientist? Explore fun and exciting chemistry experiments using basic household chemicals. Engineer an assortment of mind-blowing matter to take home and spook your friends and family.

Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Therapy dog(s) from Pets on Wheels will be at the East Columbia Branch for friendly visits with customers. Drop in - no registration required. 

www.leadingchangenetwork.orgDo you want to be part of “Organized people power leading change towards a more just, sustainable, and democratic world”?

We invite you to join the Leading Change Ne

Adults. 45-60 minutes. Registration required, one per household. 

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.

All ages.  30 min.  Ticket required.

Learn about a different species each week.  Develop an understanding of each animal's special adaptations through hands-on stations.

Ages 5-10, 45-60 minutes. TK, ticketed. Free tickets available 15 minutes before class. 

Time: 45-60 min

Play Winter themed Bingo featuring book characters and win a book to keep! 

Ages 2-10; allow 15 minutes.

Drop in and make fun winter crafts!

Ages 11-18yrs |  Register to secure a seat, walk-ins welcome if space allows.  {Students are not required to attend both classes...but we hope you will!}

Are you interested in 3D printing? Use 3D printing pens and colorful filaments to create unique 3D designs! This is a great class to introduce students to the basics of 3D printing. Taught by a HiTech Instructor.

Discover the world of post-production! Learn the skills of a film/video editor while acquiring an understanding of the technology involved with the profession. Edit video and audio using Final Cut Pro X. Taught by a HiTech instructor.

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

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

Our fourth Tuesday of the month movie matinee at 2 pm continues this winter! 

Ages 3-5 years; 30 mins.  RG, Registration required. 

Love BINGO, PRIZES, and DOGS? Then Dog Lovers' Bingo is the game for you. The bingo board will feature pictures of different dog breeds and no dogs will be present at the event.

Learn how to put LinkedIn to work for you! This workshop will cover how to establish a quality profile, features, and functions of the LinkedIn job searching database, and building your network.

Ages 8-10. Ticket required.  Please pick up tickets 15 minutes before class begins. 

Join us for an afternoon of dice-rolling, card-slapping, and strategic thinking as we host a tabletop gaming extravaganza at the Savage Branch!

Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 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.

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.

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  3:30 - 5:30 pm

Jan 10 & 24, Feb 14 & 28, Mar 13 & 27

Deep Run Mobile Park

6551 Old Waterloo Rd. Elkridge, MD 21075

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

Celebrate the Luna New Year with an International Grocery Store Tour on Thursday, January 25 3-4pm. at the Greatwall (GW) Supermarket (5510 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228).

Want to practice your sewing skills? Sewing machines will be ready for you to drop in and work on a simple project we provide or your own project that you bring.

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.

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

As the second half of the school year kicks into full swing, let's get organized! Learn and discuss habits for creating and staying on top of your to-do list, keeping track of your responsibilities, and making time for rest. Materials provided.

Ages 11-17. Registration required.

Designed by and for Teens! Gather at the Central Branch with other teens and have fun with friends!

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 and drop ins welcome.

Ages 11-17. Drop-in.

Have you ever looked at a digital illustration and wondered “How did they do that?”  Learn tips, tricks, and the steps to creating your own illustration in the iPad app, Procreate.  Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Interact with the fascinating elements in the periodic table! Learn about the structure of the periodic table and how you can infer element characteristics based on periodic trends. Taught by a HiTech instructor.

Do you struggle with math homework or tests? Do you want to improve your math skills and confidence? If you answered yes, then this is the perfect class for you!

Get your game on at the library! Play Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, or a mix of all three! 

Part of the Science of Art series!

Learn the ancient art of Japanese marbling! By floating ink on water, students will create unique designs on paper. 

Taught by a HiTech instructor. (S5) 

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

Have you ever looked at a digital illustration and wondered “How did they do that?”  Learn tips, tricks, and the steps to creating your own illustration in the iPad app, Procreate. Taught by a HiTech instructor.

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

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. 

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

Between the Lines​ is a space for readers who want to make an effort to read, highlight, and discuss layered stories.

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

All ages.  30 min.  Ticket required.

Learn about a different species each week.  Develop an understanding of each animal's special adaptations through hands-on stations.

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!

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.

Do you have a child who will be 5 years old by September 1, 2024?

Please join us for an information session about Kindergarten in the Howard County Public School System.

At this session you will learn:

All ages. Allow 30 min.

Join us for friendly games of Mah Jongg with players of all levels of experience.  We have both American and Asian sets available!

2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings:

January 9 and 23

February 13 and 27

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.

Concerned about today’s divisive politics?

Click here to register.

30 Minutes. Ages 6-11. Ticket required.

Fun! Friends! Community! Culture! Social Justice! 

Are you a passionate and creative teen (ages 11-18) eager to make a difference and be a voice for your generation?