Week Calendar

Name: On View: Choosing to Participate
Start: 2024-10-06
End: 2024-10-06
Location: Howard County Library System, MD

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All Day	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. On View: Choosing to Participate All Day Teens, Adults Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Parents & Educators, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Us or Them? Upstander or Bystander? Join the Conversation!	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. On View: Choosing to Participate All Day Teens, Adults Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Parents & Educators, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Us or Them? Upstander or Bystander? Join the Conversation!	Closing Professional Development Day - All HCLS Branches Closed All Day Some Branches Branches: Central Branch, East Columbia Branch, Elkridge Branch, Glenwood Branch, Miller Branch, Savage Branch, Administrative Branch, Mobile Branch, Online Branch, Off Site Description: HCLS is closed on October 8, 2024 for our annual staff professional development day. We remain open 24/7 online at hclibrary.org.	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. On View: Choosing to Participate All Day Teens, Adults Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Parents & Educators, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Us or Them? Upstander or Bystander? Join the Conversation!	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. On View: Choosing to Participate All Day Teens, Adults Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Parents & Educators, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Us or Them? Upstander or Bystander? Join the Conversation!	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. On View: Choosing to Participate All Day Teens, Adults Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Parents & Educators, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Us or Them? Upstander or Bystander? Join the Conversation!	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. On View: Choosing to Participate All Day Teens, Adults Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Parents & Educators, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Us or Them? Upstander or Bystander? Join the Conversation!
		This event is in the "Children" group. Cardboard Challenge: MASKS (Ages 5-11) 10/07/2024 @ 10:00am - 10/12/2024 @ 5:00pm Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: You’ve been challenged! Engineer a mask using cardboard, recyclables, and your imagination. Kit pick-up Monday-Saturday, October 7-12, while supplies last.
9 am					cleanup for Swans of Harlem 9:00am - 10:00am Miller Branch Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Patapsco/Avalon Rooms
10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group. English As A Second Language High Intermediate to Advanced Levels (Online) 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! This event is in the "Adults" group. Reading & Vocabulary For Intermediate English Language Learners - Adult (In-Person) 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! This event is in the "Children" group. 3, 2 Fun! (Ages 2-3 w/ Adult) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning 3, 2, FUN Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children PLAY PARTNERS Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. All Together Now (All ages) TK 10:30am - 11:00am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM ALL TOGETHER NOW All ages 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. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Event Details: Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (ages 0-5 con adulto) TK 10:30am - 11:00am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language Event Details: 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 event is in the "Children" group. Cancelled Play Partners (infant-23 months) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning PLAY PARTNERS Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Adults" group. English As A Second Language High Intermediate to Advanced Levels (Online) 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! This event is in the "Adults" group. Reading & Vocabulary For Intermediate English Language Learners - Adult (In-Person) 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! This event is in the "Children" group. 3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music 3, 2, FUN Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. Time For Us (18 months-3 years with adult) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: TIME FOR US Ages 18 months-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Develop early learning skills through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK 10:30am - 11:00am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B Age Group: Children PLAY PARTNERS Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Event Details: Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group. Baby's Play Date (infant-23 months) 10:00am - 11:00am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Abacus Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning Event Details: Allow 20 min. Play with our toys, read a board book, and visit with others. This event is in the "Adults" group. English As A Second Language Beginning to Low Intermediate Levels (Online) 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! This event is in the "Adults" group. English for Beginning Language Learners - Adult (In-Person) 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! This event is in the "Adults" group. Pins and Needles 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Miller Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace Event Details: 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 event is in the "Children" group. Just For Me (3-6 years) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: JUST FOR ME Ages 3-6; 30 min. Limited Attendance. Ticket required. For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Move and Groove (all ages with adult) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: All ages; 30 min. Come experience the joys of music and movement. This event is in the "Children" group. Play Partners [infant-23 months with adult] TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning PLAY PARTNERS Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. 3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK 10:30am - 11:00am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: 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 event is in the "Children" group. Play Partners (Ages 0- 23 Months) TK 10:30am - 11:00am Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children PLAY PARTNERS Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Event Details: Ticket required. Tickets will be given out 15 minutes prior to class.	This event is in the "Adults" group. MD High School Diploma For Adults 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Online Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: High School Diploma Event Details: Earn a Maryland high school diploma for adults! This event is in the "Adults" group. English Conversation Class-Adult (In-Person) 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Central Branch Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: This is an in-person class for intermediate and advanced adult English Language Learners. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone ALL TOGETHER NOW All ages 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. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. All Together Now [all ages] TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children, Everyone Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Early Learning ALL TOGETHER NOW All ages 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. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. Picture Book Parade with Craft (2-5 years with adult) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning PICTURE BOOK PARADE Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Tales, tunes, and tons of fun! Event Details: Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Everyone" group. All Together Now ( All Ages) TK 10:30am - 11:00am Everyone Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! ALL TOGETHER NOW All ages 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. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Event Details: Tickets required. Tickets will be given out 15 minutes prior to class.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone ALL TOGETHER NOW All ages 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. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. All Together Now (all ages) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children, Everyone Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children, Everyone ALL TOGETHER NOW All ages 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. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Event Details: Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. All Together Now (families) TK 10:15am - 10:45am Children, Everyone Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Early Learning ALL TOGETHER NOW All ages 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. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (ages 0-5 con adulto) TK 10:30am - 11:00am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Elkridge Studio Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language Event Details: 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 event is in the "Children" group. Play Partners [infant-23 months with adult] TK 10:30am - 11:00am Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children PLAY PARTNERS Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Action Board Meeting 10:30am - 12:00pm Teens Miller Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Tech Lab (MIL) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: About the Teen Action Board:
11 am		This event is in the "Children" group. Sensory Friendly Stories [ages 3-5 w/adult] RG 11:00am - 11:30am Children Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Required Event Details: 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Gardening Tech at a Glance 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Glenwood Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Do you want to improve your green thumb or just make gardening easier? Technology may be the answer. Join us in this introductory lecture to learn about different types of gardening tech. This event is in the "Adults" group. Driver Safety and New Vehicle Technologies 11:00am - 12:30pm Adults Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Keep up-to-date with the latest safety technology in your current or future car. This event is in the "Children" group. 3, 2 Fun! (Ages 2-3 w/ Adult) TK 11:15am - 11:45am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning 3, 2, FUN Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK 11:15am - 11:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children PLAY PARTNERS Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.		This event is in the "Children" group. 3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK 11:15am - 11:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music 3, 2, FUN Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Move and Groove (all ages with adult) TK 11:15am - 11:45am Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: All ages; 30 min. Come experience the joys of music and movement. This event is in the "Children" group. Play Partners (Ages 0-23 Months), TK 11:30am - 12:00pm Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children PLAY PARTNERS Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. Play Partners [infant-23 months with adult] TK 11:30am - 12:00pm Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning PLAY PARTNERS Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group. Little Learners Storybook Friends (ages 2-5 with adult) TK 11:00am - 11:45am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B Age Group: Children Event Details: Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes. Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK 11:15am - 11:45am Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone ALL TOGETHER NOW All ages 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. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. All Together Now [all ages] TK 11:30am - 12:00pm Children, Everyone Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Early Learning ALL TOGETHER NOW All ages 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. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Teens" group. Formalwear Pop-Up Closet 11:00am - 1:00pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Marvin Thomas Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Career, Business & Finance, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Browse, try on, and take home FREE formal clothing for homecoming, awards ceremonies, and/or job interviews! This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK 11:15am - 11:45am Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone ALL TOGETHER NOW All ages 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. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. All Together Now (all ages) TK 11:15am - 11:45am Children, Everyone Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children, Everyone ALL TOGETHER NOW All ages 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. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Event Details: Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. Octopus, Squid, & Friends! (families) TK 11:30am - 12:15pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Families; 30-45 min. Ticket required. Celebrate International Cephalopod Awareness with stories, activities, and crafts! Snap a pic with our giant squid character. Costumes welcome! Dress for mess.
12 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. English Conversation Class-Adult (Online) 12:30pm - 2:30pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!		This event is in the "Adults" group. Byte-Sized Artificial Intelligence: Lunch & Learn 12:00pm - 1:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Online Classes & Events Age Group: Adults Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Learn the basics of AI (Artificial Intelligence) while exploring real life-examples of its applications and discussing its potential impact on society. All experience levels are welcome; no technical background required. This event is in the "Adults" group. American English Pronunciation - Adult (Online) 12:30pm - 2:30pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!	This event is in the "Adults" group. German Conversation Club (In-Person) 12:00pm - 1:00pm Adults East Columbia Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio A (Classroom) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language Required Event Details: Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting. This event is in the "Adults" group. Speaking & Listening For English Language Learners - Adult (Online) 12:30pm - 2:30pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!
1 pm				This event is in the "Children" group. Just for Me (ages 3-5) TK 1:30pm - 2:00pm Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! JUST FOR ME Ages 3-5; 30 min. Ticket required Preschoolers go to class on their own. They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories. They may also learn about shapes and numbers, use scissors, draw and write, make guesses about what is going to happen, learn about the world, and be creative. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK 1:30pm - 2:00pm Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B Age Group: Children PLAY PARTNERS Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Event Details: Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults East Columbia Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Step into the fun and active world of Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
2 pm		This event is in the "Children" group. Little Learners, (Ages 3-5 with Adult), TK 2:00pm - 2:30pm Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children Event Details: 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. This event is in the "Children" group. Alphabet Explorers [ages 4-6 with adult] TK 2:00pm - 2:45pm Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: Ages 4-6 with adult. 45 min. Ticket required. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Space (ages 11-17) 2:45pm - 5:00pm Teens Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!		This event is in the "Children" group. Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK 2:00pm - 2:45pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Space (ages 11-17) 2:45pm - 5:00pm Teens Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!	This event is in the "Adults" group. What's On Your Shelf? Fiction and Nonfiction Book Chat 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Avalon Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events Required Event Details: 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Craft Works: Classic Book Pumpkin 2:00pm - 3:30pm Adults Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Required Event Details: Let your creativity shine in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Join us every month to learn about different art media and explore new techniques. This month, make your own Classic Book Pumpkin! This event is in the "Adults" group. Bingo Social 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Required Event Details: B-I-N-G-O! Get sociable and win prizes. Compete and converse with other bingo fans. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Space (ages 11-17) 2:45pm - 5:00pm Teens Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!		This event is in the "Children" group. Math Wizards Create: Cardboard Circles & Squares (7-11 years) TK 2:30pm - 3:30pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 7-11; 60 min. Ticket required. Make your own compass and circles then paint them for an awesome earthy friendly masterpiece. Then make cardboard building squares that can be joined and reused over and over.
3 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. The Meetup 3:30pm - 5:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: A super laid back time and space for teens to hang out with peers, play video games or work on homework, projects, and art or crafts. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Time 3:45pm - 5:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio A (Classroom) Age Group: Teens Event Details: Teen Time at HCLS East Columbia Branch is an initiative for neighborhood teens that enhances student academics in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment.		This event is in the "Teens" group. The Meetup 3:30pm - 5:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: A super laid back time and space for teens to hang out with peers, play video games or work on homework, projects, and art or crafts. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Time 3:45pm - 5:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio A (Classroom) Age Group: Teens Event Details: Teen Time at HCLS East Columbia Branch is an initiative for neighborhood teens that enhances student academics in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment.	This event is in the "Teens" group. The Meetup 3:30pm - 5:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: A super laid back time and space for teens to hang out with peers, play video games or work on homework, projects, and art or crafts. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Time 3:45pm - 5:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio A (Classroom) Age Group: Teens Event Details: Teen Time at HCLS East Columbia Branch is an initiative for neighborhood teens that enhances student academics in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment.	This event is in the "Children" group. Stuffed Animal Camping Adventure [TK all ages, 0-5 w/adult] 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Grab your favorite stuffed animal friend and join the fun as we gather round the campfire for stories, songs and other camping activities. This event is in the "Teens" group. The Meetup 3:30pm - 5:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Walter Dean Myers Homework Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: A super laid back time and space for teens to hang out with peers, play video games or work on homework, projects, and art or crafts.	This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting (ages 11 - 17) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Teens Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Teens Program Type: College & Trade Schools Required Event Details: Ages 11 - 17. Registration required. This event is in the "Adults" group. Repair Cafe and Caulking Demonstrations 3:00pm - 5:00pm Adults Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Gardening & Nature Event Details: Note: This Repair Cafe takes place at Freetown Farm at 8000 Harriet Tubman Ln, Columbia, MD 21044. This event is in the "Teens" group. Research Drop-In Lab for Teens 3:00pm - 5:00pm Teens Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Tech Lab (MIL) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Community Events, History & Genealogy, Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Ages 11-18 \| Drop in, but feel free to register for reminders. This event is in the "Teens" group. DIY Pride Buttons 3:30pm - 4:30pm Teens Savage Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Savage Studio (Classroom) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Race, Equity & Inclusion, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Celebrate national LGBTQ+ month by creating your own rainbow or pronoun buttons to wear or share; you can use our cute templates or design your own! Drop-in, ages 11-18
4 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Films That Connect Us (Online) 4:00pm - 5:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Adult Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events Required Event Details: How do films shape and connect us? Join our film discussion series. Please watch monthly films prior to their actual discussion dates Oct 7: Neruda This event is in the "Teens" group. Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning 4:00pm - 5:30pm Teens Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Tech Lab (MIL) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Are you interested in how Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning work? Learn the basics and fundamentals of Machine Learning and AI with an interactive programmable AI robot.		This event is in the "Teens" group. Game On! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Ages 11-17. Drop-in. This event is in the "Teens" group. Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning 4:00pm - 5:30pm Teens Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Tech Lab (MIL) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Are you interested in how Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning work? Learn the basics and fundamentals of Machine Learning and AI with an interactive programmable AI robot.	This event is in the "Adults" group. German Conversation Club (Online) 4:00pm - 5:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Adult Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language Required Event Details: Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting. Meet via Zoom every second Thursday of the month at 4 PM.	This event is in the "Teens" group. Friday Coding Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Teens Elkridge Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Elkridge Studio Age Group: Teens Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Children" group. Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade 5:30pm - 6:15pm Children Elkridge Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes - 1 hour. Registration required.		This event is in the "Children" group. Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade 5:30pm - 6:15pm Children Elkridge Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: 3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes - 1 hour. Registration required.	This event is in the "Children" group. Crazy 8s: Math Club for 3rd-5th Grade (RG) 5:00pm - 5:45pm Children Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: 3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Between the Lines: An Intersectional Book Club 5:00pm - 6:00pm Adults Off Site Closed Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Required Event Details: Between the Lines is a space for readers who want to make an effort to read, highlight, and discuss layered stories.
6 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Connect - Pom Pom-Paloosa! 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teens Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Patapsco Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Health & Wellness, Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Ages 11-18 \| Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Pajama Time (all ages with adult) TK 6:30pm - 7:00pm Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Elkridge Studio Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Early Learning PAJAMA TIME All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Pajama Time [all ages] TK 6:30pm - 7:00pm Children, Everyone Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Early Learning PAJAMA TIME All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. Play Partners (infant-23 mos with adult) TK 6:30pm - 7:00pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning PLAY PARTNERS Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Hatchlings: New Baby and Me (Newborn - 6 months with adult) RG 6:30pm - 7:30pm Children, Teens, Adults East Columbia Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Program Type: Parents & Educators Required Event Details: Infants birth-6 months with adult. 45 minutes. Registration required, one per household. This event is in the "Teens" group. Maximize Your History Day Research (ages 11-17 with parent) 6:30pm - 8:00pm Teens Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: History & Genealogy Required Event Details: Ages 11-17, with parent. 90 min. Registration required. This event is in the "Adults" group. English for Intermediate Language Learners - Adult (In-Person) 6:30pm - 8:30pm Adults Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!	This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled 'Zine Workshop with J. Scott in Equity Resource Center 6:00pm - 8:30pm Adults Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Author & Literary Events, Culture & Language, DIY & Makerspace, Race, Equity & Inclusion Required Event Details: Got something to say! Join us at the Central Branch, in the Equity Resource Center for a month long workshop where you'll be creating your own 'Zine.	This event is in the "Children" group. Cancelled Don't Let History Be a Mystery: Let's Explore! [ages 6-10] TK 6:30pm - 7:15pm Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: History & Genealogy, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 6-10. 45 min. Ticket required. Who were some of the great explorers, and how did they discover North America? Includes stories, activities, and a craft. This event is in the "Children" group. Heavy Medals Book Club (grades 4-5) RG 6:30pm - 7:30pm Children Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Clubs Required Event Details: Grades 4-5. RG, Registration required. 60 minutes. This event is in the "Adults" group. The UnBook Reading Group 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults Off Site Closed Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events Required Event Details: The UnBook Reading Group This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Family Fun at Your Library: Video Game Night (Ages 5+) 6:30pm - 8:00pm Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Elkridge Studio Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: All ages. Allow 30 min. Are you ready to level up your gaming skills and have some fun? Stop by and play different video games that are fun for the whole family! This event is in the "Adults" group. English for Intermediate Language Learners - Adult (In-Person) 6:30pm - 8:30pm Adults Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!	This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Connect - Mosaic Sticker & Gem Art 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teens Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Tech Lab (MIL) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Health & Wellness, Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Ages 11-18 \| Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Bilingual Stories and Playtime (all ages with adult) TK 6:30pm - 7:00pm Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Culture & Language, Early Learning, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, songs and rhymes. Followed by a playtime. This event is in the "Children" group. STEAM Powered Book Club [2nd-3rd grade] RG 6:30pm - 7:15pm Children Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Avalon Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Clubs, Tech Skills or STEAM Required Event Details: Grades 2-3. 45 minutes. Registration required. This event is in the "Teens" group. Maximize Your National History Day Research 6:30pm - 7:30pm Teens Savage Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: DaVinci Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: History & Genealogy, Parents & Educators Required Event Details: Assigned a National History Day project? Our research experts have tips and tools for you. Presenters from Enoch Pratt (our state library) will help you learn about statewide and local resources to help you on your NHD journey. This event is in the "Adults" group. Mediums, Magicians, and the Ouija Board 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Terrapin Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Culture & Language, History & Genealogy Required Event Details: Mediums, Magicians, and the Ouija Board: A Spiritualist History of Baltimore This event is in the "Adults" group. English for Beginning Language Learners - Adult (In-Person) 6:30pm - 8:30pm Adults Central Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Author Event: Nnedi Okorafor 6:30pm - 8:00pm Teens, Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Author & Literary Events, Race, Equity & Inclusion Required Event Details: Hear from African-Futurist author Nnedi Okorafor, winner of the Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy Awards, and a TEDGlobal speaker! Ms.
7 pm		This event is in the "Children" group. Beginning Graphic Novel Club (5-8 years) RG 7:00pm - 7:45pm Children Savage Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Clubs Required Event Details: Ages 5-8; 45 min. Registration required. This event is in the "Adults" group. Global Reads 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Required Event Details: 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: This event is in the "Adults" group. Korean for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Avalon Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Required Event Details: 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). This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Wet Wool Felting 7:00pm - 8:30pm Teens, Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace Required Event Details: Create a unique wool "painting" and learn simple techniques to felt wool with soap and water. This event is in the "Adults" group. English As A Second Language Beginning to Low Intermediate Levels (Online) 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! This event is in the "Adults" group. English Conversation Class-Adult (Online) 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! This event is in the "Adults" group. How to become a Licensed Childcare Provider for English Learners (Online) 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Cancelled Pajama Time (families) TK 7:00pm - 7:30pm Children, Everyone Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone PAJAMA TIME All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Adults" group. 2025 Battle of the Books Information Meeting (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Merriweather Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author & Literary Events Required Event Details: ZOOM LOGIN INFO: ID 883 6852 8968 Password Dq4quW	This event is in the "Adults" group. Author Works: The Swans of Harlem - an Evening with Sheila Rohan 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Patapsco/Avalon Rooms Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events, History & Genealogy, Race, Equity & Inclusion Required Event Details: THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS’ CHOICE • The forgotten story of a pioneering group of five Black ballerinas and their fifty-year sisterhood, a legacy erased from history—until now. The Swa This event is in the "Adults" group. Mystery Book Club (in person) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Savage Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Savage Studio (Classroom) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Required Event Details: Analyze and discuss a wide array of mystery novels from sleuths to spies. 2nd Wednesdays, 7-8pm. September: While Justice Sleeps by Stacey Abrams This event is in the "Adults" group. Mystery Book Club (online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Required Event Details: Analyze and discuss a wide array of mystery novels from sleuths to spies. 2nd Wednesdays, 7-8pm. September: While Justice Sleeps by Stacey Abrams This event is in the "Adults" group. English Conversation Class 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults Miller Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Event Details: Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group. Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Intermediate Korean (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Adult Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Required Event Details: Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners. Registration required. Ages 18+. This event is in the "Adults" group. English Conversation Class 7:00pm - 8:45pm Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Grist Mill Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language Required Event Details: 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 This event is in the "Adults" group. American English Pronunciation - Adult (Online) 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! This event is in the "Adults" group. English As A Second Language Beginning to Low Intermediate Levels (Online) 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Pajama Time (all ages) TK 7:00pm - 7:30pm Children, Everyone Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone PAJAMA TIME All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Event Details: Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Adults" group. English Conversation Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Savage Branch Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Carl Sagan Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Culture & Language Required Event Details: The English Conversation Club (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 This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. National History Day Thesis Workshop 7:00pm - 8:00pm Teens, Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Belmont Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: College & Trade Schools, History & Genealogy Required Event Details: A solid thesis is the foundation for any NHD project. This event is in the "Adults" group. Warning Graphic Content (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Adult Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Required Event Details: Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels. 2nd Thursdays 7 - 8 pm. October 10 West of Sundown by Tim Seely and Aaron Campbell (not available on Hoopla, physical copies in branch) This event is in the "Adults" group. Papel Picado on the Cricut 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults Glenwood Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace Required Event Details: Papel Picado is the Mexican art of paper cutting. Traditionally, tissue paper was cut with a chisel and hammer. We will use a Cricut to cut similar shapes in cardstock. Bring home your own paper cut-out. Every participant must register. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. World Languages Cafe 7:00pm - 8:45pm Teens, Adults Miller Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Required Event Details: In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch will host a monthly World Languages Café, beginning in September on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 7 - 8:45 pm. This event is in the "Adults" group. English As A Second Language High Intermediate to Advanced Levels (Online) 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! This event is in the "Adults" group. Speaking & Listening For English Language Learners - Adult (Online) 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Online Branch Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Required Event Details: Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. 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