Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

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10 am		Closing HCLS Buildings Closed Due to Inclement Weather 10:00am–9:00pm Some Branches Branches: Central Branch, East Columbia Branch, Elkridge Branch, Glenwood Branch, Miller Branch, Savage Branch, Administrative Branch Description: Due to weather and travel conditions, all HCLS branches will be closed Monday, January 6, 2025. This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 3, 2 Fun! (Ages 2-3 w/ Adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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 Event Details: 3, 2, Fun Ages 2-3 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. Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions. This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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 infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants 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 Cancelled All Together Now (All ages) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: 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. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (edades 0-5 con adulto) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language, Early Learning Event Details: Edades 0-5 años con adulto. 30 minutos. Se requiere un tiquete gratis disponible en el escritorio del área infantil. Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas en español. Seguido de un tiempo de juego.	Closing HCLS Buildings Closed Due to Inclement Weather 10:00am–9:00pm Some Branches Branches: Central Branch, East Columbia Branch, Elkridge Branch, Glenwood Branch, Miller Branch, Savage Branch, Administrative Branch Description: Due to weather and travel conditions, all HCLS branches will be closed Monday, January 7, 2025. This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 3, 2, Fun! [ages 2-3 with adult] TK 10:15am–10:45am 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: Early Learning Event Details: 3, 2, Fun Ages 2-3 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. Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions. This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. 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 infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants 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 Cancelled 3, 2, Fun! ( Ages 2-3 with Adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music Event Details: 3, 2, Fun Ages 2-3 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. Ticket required. Tickets will be issued 15 minutes prior to class starting. This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Terrific Tuesdays (Ages 18 mos - 3 years with Adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Event Details: 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. This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled All things Zoom - OATS 10:30am–11:30am Adults Central Branch Closed Registration 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: CEN Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Curious why Zoom has become everyone’s go-to video conferencing software? Discover how to use Zoom to chat with friends & family, take virtual classes and connect online.	This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled CANCELLED: 3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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 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 Cancelled Time For Us (18 months-3 years with adult) 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 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 Time for Us [ages 18-35 months w/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 Event Details: Time for Us Ages 18-35 months with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Toddlers gain coordination and control when using small and large muscles through stories, music, movement, fingerplays, rhyme, and playtime activities. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions. 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: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Event Details: Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants 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. 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 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: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Join other adults (18+) who knit, crochet, embroider, and sew, in an open forum for creating, conversing, sharing, and learning. 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 (name tag) required. 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 Event Details: Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants 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. Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions. 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: ECO Children's Classroom (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 Event Details: Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants 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. Ticket 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 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 Event Details: Picture Book Parade Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Children build language, literacy, and social skills by singing, talking, listening, reading, and learning to get along with others through tales, tunes, and fun activities. 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! Event Details: 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. 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 Event Details: 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. Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group All Together Now (families) 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 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Build with Me (all ages/families; children 7 and under with adult) TK 10:15am–12:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Allow 30 minutes. All ages/Families; children 7 and under with adult. Ticket required. Build sky high towers. Indulge your child's whimsical imagination with provided blocks and bricks. 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! Event Details: 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. Tickets required. Tickets will be given out 15 minutes prior to class. This event is in the "Children" group Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (edades 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: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language, Early Learning Event Details: Edades 0-5 años con adulto. 30 minutos. Se requiere un tiquete gratis disponible en el escritorio del área infantil. Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas en español. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. This event is in the "Children" group Toddler Time [ages 6-24 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 Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning Event Details: 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Sensory Friendly Stories [ages 3-5 w/adult] RG 11:00am–11:30am Children Miller Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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 Registration 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 "Children" group Cancelled 3, 2 Fun! (Ages 2-3 w/ Adult) TK 11:15am–11:45am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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 Event Details: 3, 2, Fun Ages 2-3 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. Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions. This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK 11:15am–11:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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 infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants 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 Cancelled eReader Lab 11:00am–12:00pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled 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: Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Want to learn how to use the library’s e-book resources? We will show you how to use Libby, Cloud Library and Hoopla with a Q&A time. Bring your device and we will get you started using our e-book resources This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK 11:15am–11:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 3, 2, Fun! [ages 2-3 with adult] TK 11:30am–12:00pm 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: Early Learning Event Details: 3, 2, Fun Ages 2-3 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. Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.	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 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 Sensory Friendly Stories & Fun (3-5 years with adult) RG 11:30am–12:00pm Children Savage Branch Closed Registration 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: Early Learning Registration Required Event Details: Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration required. This event is in the "Children" group Time for Us [ages 18-35 months w/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 Event Details: Time for Us Ages 18-35 months with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Toddlers gain coordination and control when using small and large muscles through stories, music, movement, fingerplays, rhyme, and playtime activities. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.	This event is in the "Adults" group Watercolor Workshop (all skill levels) w/ J. Scott 11:00am–1:30pm Adults Glenwood Branch Closed Registration 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 A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required Event Details: Learn the basics of watercolor painting in this four part class, or work on your own watercolor project in a communal environment. 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 infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants 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 Event Details: Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants 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. Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.	This event is in the "Children" group Little Learners Storybook Friends (ages 2-5 with adult) TK 11:00am–11:30am 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: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM 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 "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 Event Details: 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. Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Just For Me (3-6 years) TK 11:30am–12:00pm 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 (name tag) required. Registering your child for Kindergarten? Get ready with this special series!
12 pm			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 12:00pm–12:45pm Children, Teens, Adults Savage Branch Closed Registration 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: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Program Type: Early Learning Registration Required Event Details: Infants birth-6 months with adult. 45 minutes. Registration required, one per household.
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: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Event Details: Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants 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. Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.			This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Pets on Wheels 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults, Everyone East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Marvin Thomas Room Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Therapy dog(s) from Pets on Wheels will be at the East Columbia Branch for friendly visits with customers. Drop in - no registration required.
2 pm		This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Little Learners, (Ages 3-5 with Adult), TK 2:00pm–2:30pm Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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 This event is in the "Everyone" group Cancelled Who's at the Zoo: Winter Edition [all ages] TK 2:00pm–2:45pm Children, Everyone Miller 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: Miller Branch Room: Patapsco Room Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: All ages. 45 min. Ticket required. Learn about a different species each week. Develop an understanding of each animal's special cold weather adaptations through hands-on stations.	This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled All By Myself [ages 4-6] TK 2:00pm–2:30pm 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: Early Learning Event Details: All by Myself Ages 4-6; 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 are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions. This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Move to Learn: Fitness Fun (ages 1-4 with adult) RG 2:00pm–2:45pm Children East Columbia Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: MOVE TO LEARN: FITNESS FUN Ages 1-4 years with adult. Registration and signed release form required. This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Talking: Pictures 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Central Branch Closed Registration 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: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music Registration Required Event Details: Join other film lovers to discuss contemporary films, following the Columbia Film Society screenings.	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 This event is in the "Adults" group Art in the Afternoon: Winter Painting 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens, Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Registration 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, DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Winter Painting: Get inspired by the season by painting a winter scene. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group All Together Now (families) TK 2:30pm–3:00pm 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 Classroom Ready (Ages 3-5, RG) 2:00pm–2:30pm Children Central Branch Closed Registration 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: Early Learning Registration Required Event Details: Ages 3-5 years; 30 mins. RG, Registration required. 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 Registration 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 Registration 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 Make It: Reusable Coffee Cozy 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Registration 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: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Learn to make a reusable fabric coffee cozy. We provide the sewing machine, tools, and fabric for a project. You just need to show up and create! Prior experience with using a sewing machine is required for this class. This event is in the "Adults" group Bingo Social 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Central Branch Closed Registration 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: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration 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 "Children" group Cancelled Let's Draw...Book Characters! [3rd-5th grade] TK 2:00pm–2:45pm 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: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace Event Details: 3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Ticket required. This event is in the "Children" group Solar System Science (Ages 8-10) TK 2:00pm–2:45pm 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!, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Tickets available 15 minutes before class time.
3 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled Teen Space (ages 11-17) 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled 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 "Teens" group Cancelled Teen Space (ages 11-17) 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled 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 "Teens" group Teen Spot 3:00pm–5:00pm 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: Studio Classroom Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Relax after school at Teen Spot - a space for middle and high school students to unwind with video games, board games, and arts and craft supplies. Drop ins welcome!	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Space (ages 11-17) 3:00pm–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 "Teens" group Teen Movie Night 3:15pm–5:30pm Teens Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Elkridge Studio Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events Event Details: Lets celebrate the New Year with our first Teen Movie Day in 2025! Feel free to bring your own snacks but snacks will be provided! This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Paint & Sip 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens Savage Branch Closed Registration 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: Studio Classroom Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: In which we remix the adult version: each teen will receive a white mug to decorate and customize with paint pens, and can sip cider during their artistic process. All materials provided. Registration required.	This event is in the "Adults" group Random Crafts of Kindness 3:00pm–4:30pm Adults Savage Branch Closed Registration 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: DaVinci Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required Event Details: Participate in some Random Crafts of Kindness! Learn about a craft, make one for yourself, and make some extras to give away to other community members. This event is in the "Teens" group Research Drop-In Lab for Teens 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Miller Branch Closed Registration 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, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: Ages 11-18 \| Drop in, but feel free to register for reminders. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Tote-ally Awesome Book Totes with the Cricut 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens, Adults Glenwood Branch Closed Registration 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: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Get crafty in the Makerspace this month. Using the Cricut machine, customize a canvas book tote using sublimation techniques. All materials will be provided. Registration Required.
4 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Films That Connect Us (Online) 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled 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 Registration 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 Jan 6: How to Come Alive with Norman Mailer: (A Cautionary Tale)	This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled Video Gaming & Chill 4:15pm–6:00pm Teens Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Elkridge Studio Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Challenge your friends - and make new ones - to a round of Mario Kart or Smash Bros. Settle which of your favorite NBA players is truly the GOAT in NBA2k-24. Or check out some of our other great titles for Nintendo Switch and PS5!				This event is in the "Children" group Crochet Club: Chain (8-11 years with adult) RG 4:00pm–5:00pm Children Savage Branch Closed Registration 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: Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required Event Details: Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required. For absolute beginners; learn how to chain and make a bracelet and other accessories! Materials provided. Participants are welcome to bring their own crochet materials.
5 pm			This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK 5:00pm–5:30pm Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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: Book Clubs, Culture & Language Event Details: 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.	This event is in the "Children" group Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade (TK) 5:30pm–6:15pm 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!, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.		This event is in the "Adults" group Between the Lines: An Intersectional Book Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Adults Off Site Closed Registration 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 Registration 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 "Adults" group Cancelled Open A/V Lab and Creativity Space 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Savage Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: AV Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Use the design software and equipment in the Audio-Visual Lab for all of your creative projects. Writers, filmmakers, photographers, musicians, and creators of all kinds invited! This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Cancelled 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 Cancelled 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: 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 Cancelled Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/Adult) TK 6:30pm–7:00pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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 Event Details: Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Free ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Cancelled Who's at the Zoo: Winter Edition [all ages] TK 6:30pm–7:15pm Children, Everyone Miller 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: Miller Branch Room: Patapsco Room Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: All ages. 45 min. Ticket required. Learn about a different species each week. Develop an understanding of each animal's special cold weather adaptations through hands-on stations.	This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Spanish Conversation and Vocabulary (Bilingual) (Ages 8-12) TK 6:00pm–6:30pm Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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: Culture & Language Event Details: 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. This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled Anime Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens Savage Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Studio Classroom Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language Event Details: Ages: 11 - 18. Watch anime together, make art/crafts, and explore Japanese language/cultural tie-ins at this meet up for fellow anime fans. Drop-ins encouraged and welcomed! This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled DEAR: Dogs Educating and Assisting Readers (Ages 5-10, TK) 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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: Culture & Language Event Details: Ticket and book required. Bring a book or borrow one of ours. Read to Fidos for Freedom's therapy dogs in a relaxing and encouraging environment while increasing oral reading skills and self-confidence.	This event is in the "Adults" group Books on Tap (book club) 6:00pm–7:15pm Adults Off Site Closed Registration 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 Registration Required Event Details: Books on Tap reads across a wide variety of genres and points of view. Since we meet in the community, you are responsible for reserving the following titles for each meeting. Most are available in electronic formats, too. This event is in the "Adults" group Create by Music - Repurposed Puzzle Jewelry 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Registration 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: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Come enjoy an evening filled with fun crafts, great conversation, and music to spark your creativity. Registration preferred. January - Repurposed Puzzle Jewelry This event is in the "Children" group Lil' STEAMers [1st- 2nd grade] TK 6:30pm–7:00pm 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: Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: 1st-2nd grade. 30 min. Ticket required. Stretch your creative thinking muscles as we explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through activities, experiments, games, and stories. This event is in the "Children" group Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade (TK) 6:30pm–7:15pm 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!, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: 3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time. This event is in the "Children" group Heavy Medals Book Club (grades 4-5) RG 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Central Branch Closed Registration 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 Registration Required Event Details: Grades 4-5. RG, Registration required. 60 minutes. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Cancelled CANCELLED: Family Fun at Your Library: Video Game Night (Families) 6:30pm–8:00pm Children, Everyone Elkridge 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: 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 "Teens" group The Connections Series: Navigating Stress, School, & Self Care - Academic Burn Out 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens Miller Branch Closed Registration 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, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: Connections is a mental wellness series of 6 workshops for young people in grades 9 - 12. 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.
7 pm		This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled In the Hall of the Mountain King! (7-12 years) TK 7:00pm–7:45pm 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: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 7-12; 45 min. Ticket required. Listen to Edvard Grieg's thrilling Peer Gynt! Move to the mood of the music and draw your impressions of the story. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled Climbing Robot: Makerspace Mondays 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens Elkridge Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled 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: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Engineer a motorized climbing robot. Learn motor assembly, basic robotics, and simple circuitry. Then paint the finished product. Cancelled Genealogy (Placeholder 1) 7:00pm–8:00pm Central Branch Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Global Reads 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled 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 Registration 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 "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 Cancelled Spies, Lies, and Alibis Book Discussion Group 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Patapsco Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: We focus on spies, espionage, and world intrigue, alternating both classic and contemporary fiction and nonfiction, from the twentieth century and beyond. Join us for discussion of the following titles: This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Art in the Evening: Winter Painting 7:00pm–8:30pm Teens, Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled 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, DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Winter Painting: Get inspired by the season by painting a winter scene. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Knot Just Knitters 7:00pm–8:30pm Teens, Adults Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio A Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace Event Details: Ages 11-18 & Adults; Drop-in, 90 min.	This event is in the "Adults" group Mystery Book Club (in-person) 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Savage Branch Closed Registration 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: Studio Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Analyze and discuss a wide array of mystery novels from sleuths to spies. 2nd Wednesdays, 7-8pm. December: The Better Sister by Alafair Burke January: Dark Angel by John Sandford This event is in the "Adults" group Mystery Book Club (online) 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Registration 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 Registration Required Event Details: Analyze and discuss a wide array of mystery novels from sleuths to spies. 2nd Wednesdays, 7-8 pm. December: The Better Sister by Alafair Burke January: Dark Angel by John Sandford This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Swipe Right: Credit Cards 101 (ages 16 and up) 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Glenwood Branch Closed Registration 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: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Career, Business & Finance Registration Required Event Details: From how credit cards work to the red and green flags to look out for, this class offers information for people interested in getting their first credit card. This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Class (in-person) 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 - 8:30 pm This event is in the "Adults" group Make It: Reusable Coffee Cozy 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Registration 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: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Learn to make a reusable fabric coffee cozy. We provide the sewing machine, tools, and fabric for a project. You just need to show up and create! Prior experience with using a sewing machine is required for this class.	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 Event Details: 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. 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 Closed Registration 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: Carl Sagan Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Culture & Language Registration 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 "Adults" group Home Wiring Basics: How to Replace a Receptacle and Light Fixture 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Registration 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: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Learn about your home’s wiring from an experienced Electrician. Students will learn and have the opportunity to replace a receptacle and light fixture, as well as what tools you can borrow from the DIY collection to complete the job. This event is in the "Adults" group Warning Graphic Content (Online) 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Registration 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 Registration Required Event Details: Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels. 2nd Thursdays 7 - 8 pm. January 9 Moby Dick by Herman Melville This event is in the "Adults" group Advanced Anime Association 7:00pm–8:15pm Adults Savage Branch Closed Registration 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: DaVinci Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Culture & Language Registration Required Event Details: Because anime & manga aren’t just for kids… join us at the Advanced Anime Association. A safe space to geek out about anime, manga, and all things related with like-minded people who are of a similar advanced age. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled World Languages Cafe 7:00pm–8:45pm Teens, Adults Miller Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled 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 Registration Required Event Details: In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch will host a monthly World Languages Café on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 7 - 8:45 pm.