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 with adult; 45 min. Ticket Required.

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

Tickets available 15 minutes before 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.

MOVE TO LEARN: FITNESS FUN

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

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. 

This session is part of HCLS' Black History Month series.

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

Join Miss Debbie as baby builds social, physical and language skills though music, rhymes, and bounces. This Nursery Rhymes & Movement class is part of the Brain Builders series.

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.

Infants birth-6 months with adult. 45-60 minutes. Registration required, one per household. 

Adults, 90 minutes, registration required.

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.

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

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

Participants will make and adhere a romantic vinyl cut out (I Heart You) to a glass candle holder with candle.

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? Join other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and sew, in an open forum for sharing, conversing, and creating. 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.

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

This session is part of HCLS' Black History Month series.

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

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

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

This session is part of HCLS' Black History Month series.

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.

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.

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

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.

Looking for a new creative outlet? Learn about popular, free platforms to design cards, flyers, and more online.  Senior planet class, but open to all.

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

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 

In this introductory class, participants will learn the process of Reduction Printmaking while creating an original print. Reduction Printmaking is a technique that uses a single block to create a multi-colored, layered print.

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.

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

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.

Did you know that you can sew paper? It's fun and easy to create your own greeting cards with hand-stitched details for any occasion! 

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

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! 

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! 

Due to winter weather advisories, this event has been rescheduled for March 1st at noon. 

Veterans, both active and retired military, are invited to this online discussion series.

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

Celebrate Black History Month by creating a short, animated film. Collaborate in self-directed teams to create an animation. Sculpt characters, storyboard, design sets, and photograph stills. 

Part of Voices of the Future.

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

Due to winter weather advisories, this event has been rescheduled to Saturday, March 1st!

Ages 4-11, 4 & 5 with adult, parents/caregivers welcome; allow 20 min. Registration required.

Paint a kindness rock to show your Valentine that you care!

Ages 3- 5 with adult. 30 min

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

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

All ages.  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.

Howard County Library System is turning 85 in 2025! Join us to kick off a year of celebration with music, party games, and fun.

Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.

Ages 6-10; 45 minutes. Ticket required.

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

Use upcycled children's picture books to create your favorite style heart banner. Ages 6+ and Families. Ticketed.

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.

Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Paper Mosaic: Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of art and learn simple techniques to create decorative mosaics from reused paper.

This session is part of HCLS' Black History Month series.

Let your creativity shine in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Join us every month to learn about different art media and explore new techniques.

Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out” series returns to the mind of newly minted teenager Riley just as headquarters is undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions!

Families; Allow 30 minutes.

Drop-in to make a Valentine or related craft!

Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Ticket available 15 minutes before class.

Read a slimy fun story and create your own unique valentine's themed slime to keep.

3rd-5th grade.  45 min.  Ticket required.

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!

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!

Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required. 

Try hand sewing! Make a donut stuffie or a backpack keychain. No prior experience with sewing needed.

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.  

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

Feb 3: Origin 

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!

Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required.

Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.

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

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.

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

3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. 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.

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.

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!

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

Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.

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. 

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! 

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.

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

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.

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

Cyberattacks can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any 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! 

This class is canceled for today but will be rescheduled on Thursday, March 6th at 5:30 pm.

In Harriet (2019; 125 minutes. Rated PG-13), abolitionist Harriet Tubman makes her escape from enslavement in Maryland and risks her life to free others.  A discussion follows the screening.  

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.

3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Ticket required.

In Currency Conga, our next Thinking Money for Kids session, see if you can identify various types of currency and improve your money math skills.

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! 

DEAR: DOGS EDUCATING AND ASSISTING READERS 

Ages 5-10; allow 20 min. Parent/guardian must sign permission slip or have one on file prior to participating.

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:

Engineer an electronic rain sensor. Explore the principles of conductivity, variable resistance, and simple circuitry. Then paint the finished product.

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

On December 9th we will discuss If Beale Street Could Talk by James Baldwin.

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! 

This session is part of HCLS' Black History Month series.

Learn how to transform your face through the art of contouring!  

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

Join us for discussion of the following titles:

Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Paper Mosaic: Enjoy a relaxing evening of art and learn simple techniques to create decorative mosaics from reused paper.