Week Calendar

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

Ages 3-5 w/adult.  30 - 45 minutes, Ticket required

Stories, songs, activities, and a craft to enjoy with your child.

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

Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket Required.

Explore winter science themes through children's literature and hands-on activities.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

Bilingual songs and stories in both English and Spanish.

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

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.

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.

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

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

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

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.

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

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

Participants will create and decorate handmade tags featuring inked edges, patterned paper, and die cuts.

Allow 20 min.

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

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

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.

JUST FOR ME

Ages 3-6; 30 min. Limited Attendance. Ticket (name tag) required.

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

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. 

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

Veterans: drop in to meet with a Social Worker for the Baltimore Veterans Administration Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC), ask questions, seek support, and get information on the services provided at the CRRC in Baltimore.

This is an in-person class for intermediate and advanced adult English Language Learners.

Ticket required.

Tickets available 15 minutes before class.

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

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

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

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.

About the Teen Action Board: 

Seeing might not mean believing anymore. Come learn how to identify deepfakes and cloned voices so you don't fall for digital deception.  Senior Planet class, but open to all.

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

Ages 3-5 w/adult.  30 - 45 minutes, Ticket required

Stories, songs, activities, and a craft to enjoy with your child.

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

Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.

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

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

How may envelopes can your Ozobot Dragon collect in 30 seconds?  Use markers to code your Dragon Ozobot's way to collect red envelopes in celebration of Lunar New Year.  Whoever collects the most coins before time is up wins!

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

Learn the basics of watercolor painting in this four part class, or work on your own watercolor project in a communal environment.

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

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.

Connect with your community by collaborating with other TAB members and library staff to make the library a better place for teens!

Ages 4 & up. Allow 30 min.

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a variety of crafts.

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

Families; 45 min. Ticket required.

We all have a heart, show you care and bring someone you love to learn about the circulatory system, listen to stories, and get your heart pumping with good music.

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

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

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

Swap gently used puzzles and board games with fellow enthusiasts. Share your favorite tips and tricks as you select puzzles and games that are new to you. Don't have anything to swap? No problem! We always have plenty to go around. 

Join us for a lively, in-person book discussion!

Jan 28: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

Feb 25: The Cemetery of Untold Stories by Julia Alvarez

Mar 25: Finding Dorothy by Elizabeth Letts

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

Attention, Foodies! Do you find yourself looking for new creative ways to spice up your cooking repertoire?

Are you a D&D 5E player that is ready to move to the next level and become a Dungeon Master (DM)? Learn the basics of how to be a DM and how to get started with developing and running your own D&D  games.

Celebrations with community: Lunar New Year Festival

Learn the art of Bonsai through a presentation. This presentation will discuss types of plants, pots, tools, and other resources to get started with bonsai. 

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.

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

MOVE TO LEARN: FITNESS FUN

Ages 1-4 years with adult. Registration and signed release form required.

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

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.

All ages; 45 minutes.

Celebrate Lunar New Year with stories, songs and a craft. 

Air Dry Clay is a medium that can be safely enjoyed by artists of all ages. This class invites families to get creative together and enjoy a fun evening of sculpting.

Participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

All ages. (Children under 8 with adult.)  Allow 30 min. Ho. Co. schools closed.

Drop in for some board game fun!  Games will be available for all ages.

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

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

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

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!

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!

After-school hang out time for teens! Come enjoy some snacks, video games, and board games!

Create and celebrate your artistic spirit in this teen, creative writing workshop! Discuss your favorite poetic devices and discover new ways to tell a story all while making friends and sharing your work.

Exercise leadership by recommending additions to the teen collections, helping the community, and planning events in cooperation with an Elkridge Teen Instructor.

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!

Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions. 

Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.

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

1st-2nd grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.

Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.

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

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

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

Grades 6-8. Registration required.

 Ages 11-18  | Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder.

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!

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

Ages 8-12; 30 min. Ticket required.

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

Ages: 11 - 18. 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!

Ages 11-8  |  No registration needed, feel free to register for a reminder.

Poetry Workshop for Teens...by Teens  

Do you have a child who will be 5 years old by September 1, 2025?

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

At this session you will learn:

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

2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings:

January 28

February 11 and 25

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

From “thank you” to “happy birthday”, letter-writing is a simple but powerful way to show those around you that you care. You will learn easy ways to level up your letters and get to experience creating a wax seal! 

The Howard County Seed Library provides a space to share free seeds to allow everyone to build their own garden or greenspaces.

Join us for a thrilling Speed Puzzle Challenge in celebration of National Puzzle Day! 

3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.

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!

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

 Ages 11-18  | Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder.

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.

ENCORE CINEMA at Howard County Library System East Columbia Branch & 50+ Center presents "see-again" worthy DVD movies on a large screen! 

Doors open at 6:15pm at the 50+ Center, 6610 Cradlerock Way.

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

With this 2-week series, discover the basics of the challenging game of Mah Jongg. It is a game of skill, strategy, calculation and involves a degree of chance.

Ages 5-8; 45 min. Registration required. 

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

Engineer a working, electric lamp with a range of brightness. Learn motor assembly, variable resistance, and simple circuitry. Then paint the finished product.

Discuss LGBTQ-related books and make new friends in a queer- & trans-affirming group setting. All identities and all ages (18+) are welcome.

Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles. 

Join us for a casual D&D game, open to all experience levels, beginners welcome! Missed the first meeting? No problem--this D&D club is designed for flexibility! Ages 12+.

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

Think of the Planet is an environmental educational series hosted by Howard County Sierra Club in collaboration with the Howard County Library System.

Think of the Planet is an environmental educational series hosted by Howard County Sierra Club in collaboration with the Howard County Library System.

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, start your own Bullet Journal!

Air Dry Clay is a medium that can be safely enjoyed by artists of all ages. This class invites families to get creative together and enjoy a fun evening of sculpting.

Participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Join us as we strum and sing simple tunes on the ukulele!  BYOU--Bring Your Own Ukulele, or borrow one from the library's collection.

The World Languages Cafe is now being held at the new East Columbia 50+ Center; 6610 Cradlerock way, Columbia, Md. 21045 on the 4th Tuesday of each month.

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

Our classes are full through March, but you can enroll for the April semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at prolit@hclibrary.org today! 

A terrific method for sowing seeds early can be accomplished using this "winter sowing method". It is easily done by sowing seeds in a milk jug that becomes a mini greenhouse.

Welcome science fiction & fantasy enthusiasts and other intrepid readers!

Discuss a wide-array of SFF movies (quarterly on 2nd Wednesdays) and books (monthly on 4th Wednesdays)

Welcome science fiction & fantasy enthusiasts and other intrepid readers!

Discuss a wide-array of SFF movies (quarterly on 2nd Wednesdays) and books (monthly on 4th Wednesdays)

Equip your family for the future with hands-on exploration of Artificial Intelligence.

Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.

Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

CANCELED for 12/18.  Please note, the library will be closed on 12/25 and 1/1, so the ECC will meet for the next time on January 8, 2025.