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Apr
9
2025
Wed
Clean up from Author event
9:00am - 11:00am
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Patapsco/Avalon Rooms
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
3, 2 Fun! (Ages 2-3 w/ Adult) TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
All Together Now (All ages) TK
10:30am - 11:00am
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
ALL TOGETHER NOW
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (edades 0-5 con adulto) TK
10:30am - 11:00am
Elkridge Branch
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
3, 2, Fun! [ages 2-3 with adult] TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Elkridge Branch
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Play Partners (infant-23 months) TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
3, 2, Fun (Ages 2-3, with an adult) TK
10:30am - 11:00am
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Early Learning
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Time For Us (18 months-3 years with adult) TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Savage Branch
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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Children,
Everyone
Glenwood Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
National Unicorn Day (Ages 3+ with adult) TK
10:30am - 11:00am
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Celebrate the myth and magic of unicorns. Enjoy stories, activities and crafts. Unicorn attire encouraged.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK
10:30am - 11:00am
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Forest-themed Book of Secrets
10:30am - 12:00pm
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Studio A
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
Create a forest-themed Book of Secrets with thick cardstock, patterned paper, fibrous paper, mini-die cuts, stamps, ink, and matchbooks.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Baby's Play Date (infant-23 months)
10:00am - 11:00am
Savage Branch
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Pins and Needles
10:00am - 12:00pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Looking for dedicated time to work on projects? Bring stitching you'd like to finish, connect with others, and share ideas and tips. Drop in anytime between 10 am and 12 pm.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Just For Me (3-6 years) TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Savage Branch
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Play Partners [infant-23 months with adult] TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
10:30am - 11:00am
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Play Partners (Ages 0-23 Months), TK
10:30am - 11:00am
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Early Learning
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Children,
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Elkridge Branch
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.
Children,
Everyone
Miller Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
All Together Now [all ages] TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Miller Branch
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 "Children" group.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
Picture Book Parade with Craft (2-5 years with adult) TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Early Learning
PICTURE BOOK PARADE
Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min.
Tales, tunes, and tons of fun!
Event Details:
Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
All Together Now, (Everyone) TK
10:30am - 11:00am
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Children,
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Elkridge Branch
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.
Children,
Everyone
Central Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
All Together Now (All Ages) TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
ALL TOGETHER NOW
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
All Together Now (families) TK
10:15am - 10:45am
Savage Branch
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 "Everyone" group.
Children,
Everyone
Glenwood Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
All Together Now, (Everyone) TK
10:30am - 11:00am
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Studio B
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
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 "Children" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (edades 0-5 con adulto) TK
10:30am - 11:00am
Elkridge Branch
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Play Partners [infant-23 months with adult] TK
10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Cancelled
Teens
Miller Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Cancelled
Dive Into AI! - CANCELLED
10:30am - 12:00pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Tech Lab (MIL)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Career, Business & Finance,
Community Events,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Are you interested in Artificial Intelligence? Come join us to learn about how AI works behind the scenes, why it's so revolutionary, and most importantly, debunking common misconceptions?
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Ask A Master Gardener
10:30am - 12:30pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Lobby (Miller)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature
Event Details:
Find the answers to gardening questions by talking with a University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener. Drop in; no registration required.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Digital SAT Practice Test
10:30am - 2:00pm
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Career, Business & Finance,
College & Trade Schools
Event Details:
Take a practice Digital SAT at the library, run by C2 Education of Ellicott City. Test will begin promptly at 10:30, so please arrive on time!
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Glenwood Branch
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Fitness Apps
11:00am - 12:00pm
Glenwood Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Studio A
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Think that fitness apps are only for athletes? This lecture covers many different types of fitness apps, whatever your health and wellness goals.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
3, 2 Fun! (Ages 2-3 w/ Adult) TK
11:15am - 11:45am
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK
11:15am - 11:45am
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
11:15am - 11:45am
Elkridge Branch
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
3, 2, Fun! [ages 2-3 with adult] TK
11:30am - 12:00pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
11:15am - 11:45am
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Unicorn Party! (families) TK
11:30am - 12:15pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Early Learning
Event Details:
Families; 30-45 min. Registration required. Celebrate National Unicorn Day with stories, activities, and crafts! Snap a pic with our unicorn character. Costumes welcome!
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
ORK in the Community
11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Branch
Library Branch:
Mobile Branch
Room:
ORK
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Events
On the Road to Kindergarten (ORK)
Children, infants to age 5, with parents & caregivers.
The library is coming to your neighborhood. It’s free! Help prepare your young children for kindergarten.
More information: hclibrary.org/ork
¡La biblioteca llega a su vecindario!
Niños, bebés hasta los 5 años con padres y cuidadores.
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Pida prestado libros y otros artĂculos.
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Pida prestado kits de actividades y juguetes.
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Obtenga más información sobre los recursos comunitarios.
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Utilice nuestro wi-fi gratuito.
Más información: hclibrary.org/ork
Event Details:
We hope to see you at the Howard County Family Support Center (9790 Patuxent Woods Dr., Columbia, MD, 21046) from 11:30am to 12:30pm!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Play Partners (Ages 0- 23 Months) TK
11:30am - 12:00pm
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Play Partners [infant-23 months with adult] TK
11:30am - 12:00pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
Little Learners Storybook Friends (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
11:00am - 11:30am
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
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.
Children,
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK
11:15am - 11:45am
Elkridge Branch
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.
Children,
Everyone
Miller Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
All Together Now [all ages] TK
11:30am - 12:00pm
Miller Branch
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Children,
Everyone
Miller Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Celebrate Earth Day! [all ages]
11:00am - 1:00pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Enchanted Garden
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
All ages. Allow 30 min. Spend some time exploring the Enchanted Garden at the Miller Branch. Participate in a movement activity and learn about composting, recycling, and loving the Earth.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Miller Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Morse Code Bracelet Workshop with the Baltimore Bead Society
11:00am - 2:00pm
Miller Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Unleash your creativity and discover the fascinating world of Morse code through jewelry-making!
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Children,
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK
11:15am - 11:45am
Elkridge Branch
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.
Children,
Everyone
Central Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
All Together Now (All Ages) TK
11:15am - 11:45am
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
ALL TOGETHER NOW
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
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12 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Columbia Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
German Conversation Club (In-Person)
12:00pm - 1:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Open
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio A (Classroom)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Culture & Language
Event Details:
Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Biz Kidz Academy: Past, Present and Future Workshop (8-10 years) RG
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Studio
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 8-10; 90 min. Registration Required.
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1 pm |
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Online Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
6
2025
Sun
Veterans Book Group 2025 (Online)
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Online Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Online Classes & Events
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Author & Literary Events,
Book Clubs,
Community Events,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
Veterans, both active and retired military, are invited to this online discussion series.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Just for Me (ages 3-5) TK
1:30pm - 2:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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.
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK
1:30pm - 2:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Playtime With Friends (infant-23 months with adult) TK
1:30pm - 2:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes. Ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through interactive play.
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2 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Little Learners, Ages 3-5, with Adult, TK
2:00pm - 2:30pm
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Early Learning
LITTLE LEARNERS
Ages 3-5 years with adult; 45 mins. Ticket required.
Children learn through play and exploring the world around them. Stories and activities help with skills like getting along, talking and reading, moving and doing, math, science, and being creative.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Miller Branch
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Needle Felted Chocolate Bunnies
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Miller Branch
Closed
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Avalon Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
Try your hand at needle-felting in this fun workshop. We will use white and brown wool to create adorable, needle-felted “chocolate” bunnies. Materials provided.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
All By Myself [ages 4-6] TK
2:00pm - 2:30pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
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.
Event Details:
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
All By Myself, Ages 4-6, TK
2:00pm - 2:30pm
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Early Learning
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
2:00pm - 2:45pm
Central Branch
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
All Together Now (families) TK
2:30pm - 3:00pm
Savage Branch
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Classroom Ready (Ages 3-5, RG)
2:00pm - 2:30pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Central Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Ages 3-5 years; 30 mins. RG, Registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Central Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Craft Works: TBR Jar
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
CEN Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Let your creativity shine in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Join us every month to learn about different art media and explore new techniques.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Miller Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
What's On Your Shelf? Fiction and Nonfiction Book Chat
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Miller Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Avalon Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Author & Literary Events,
Book Clubs,
Community Events
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
Crafternoon (2-5 years)
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
2-5 years with adult. Allow 30 min. Drop-in and make some fun crafts.
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Apr
12
2025
Sat
Sit and Stitch with Embroiderers' Guild of America
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Lobby (Central)
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Do you enjoy stitching, cross-stitch, embroidery, or needlepoint? Or maybe you're eager to learn?
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3 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Teen Space (ages 11-17)
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenwood Branch
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.
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Game Spot at East Columbia
3:30pm - 6:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Bored after school? Stop by our Teen Area for board and card game play or video game play in our gaming room. Ages 11-18. Drop in.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Teen Space (ages 11-17)
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenwood Branch
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.
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Game Spot at East Columbia
3:30pm - 6:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Bored after school? Stop by our Teen Area for board and card game play or video game play in our gaming room. Ages 11-18. Drop in.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Online Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
National Gallery of Art: Breaking the Rules in Modern Art (Online)
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Online Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Merriweather Online Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Culture & Language,
History & Genealogy
Event Details:
This class is a part of the Museum@The Library series.
Breaking the Rules in Modern Art
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Teen Space (ages 11-17)
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenwood Branch
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.
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Game Spot at East Columbia
3:30pm - 6:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Bored after school? Stop by our Teen Area for board and card game play or video game play in our gaming room. Ages 11-18. Drop in.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Teen Space (ages 11-17)
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenwood Branch
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.
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Game Spot at East Columbia
3:30pm - 6:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Bored after school? Stop by our Teen Area for board and card game play or video game play in our gaming room. Ages 11-18. Drop in.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
Game Spot at East Columbia
3:30pm - 6:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Bored after school? Stop by our Teen Area for board and card game play or video game play in our gaming room. Ages 11-18. Drop in.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Teen Action Board (Ages 11-18)
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
CEN Studio
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
Teen Action Board at Central Branch provides an opportunity for teen leaders to collaborate and discuss ways to make the library a better place for you!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Savage Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Random Crafts of Kindness
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Savage Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
DaVinci Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
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.
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Video Gaming & Chill
4:15pm - 6:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
ORK in the Community
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Branch
Library Branch:
Mobile Branch
Room:
ORK
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Events
On the Road to Kindergarten (ORK)
Children, infants to age 5, with parents & caregivers.
The library is coming to your neighborhood. It’s free! Help prepare your young children for kindergarten.
More information: hclibrary.org/ork
¡La biblioteca llega a su vecindario!
Niños, bebés hasta los 5 años con padres y cuidadores.
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Pida prestado libros y otros artĂculos.
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Pida prestado kits de actividades y juguetes.
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Obtenga más información sobre los recursos comunitarios.
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Utilice nuestro wi-fi gratuito.
Más información: hclibrary.org/ork
Event Details:
We hope to see you at Deep Run Park (6551 Deep Run Pkwy, Elkridge, MD 21075) from 4:00-5:00pm! ¡Esperamos verte en Deep Run Park (6551 Deep Run Pkwy, Elkridge, MD 21075) de 4:00-5:00pm!
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Movie Magic Cosmetics: Wounds
4:00pm - 5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio B (Lab)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
HiTech Classes & Events,
Art, Movies & Music
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Online Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
German Conversation Club (Online)
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Adult Online Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Culture & Language
Event Details:
Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting. Meet via Zoom every second Thursday of the month at 4 PM.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
AV Lab
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Savage AV Studio
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
HiTech Classes & Events
Event Details:
AV Lab Drop-in to use the equipment in the A/V Studio! Record and mix music or create and edit movies with the help of a HiTech Instructor. No registration required. Grades 6-12.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
Friday in 3D
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Savage Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Savage Studio (Classroom)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Dive into 3D printing at our monthly teen club! Meet our Makerbot X, learn how to create your own 3D models, and work together with other teens to take your first steps into the world of 3D printing.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
Friday Coding Club
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Studio
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Crochet Club (8-11 years with adult) RG
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required.
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5 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
5:00pm - 5:30pm
Elkridge Branch
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Elementary Math Explorers (ages 6-10) TK
5:30pm - 6:15pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 6-10. 45 min. Ticket required, available FREE at the Children's Desk beginning 15 minutes before class start time.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Hour of Code (8-11 years) RG
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Savage Studio (Classroom)
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Savage Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
English Conversation Club
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Savage Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Carl Sagan Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Culture & Language
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
Between the Lines: An Intersectional Book Club
Open
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Between the Lines​ is a space for readers who want to make an effort to read, highlight, and discuss layered stories.
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Debate Academy: Master Public Speaking
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Hockley Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
College & Trade Schools
Event Details:
Calling all Middle School Students! Want to enhance your public speaking skills? Practice speech and debate in a safe space to prepare for high school level competitions.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Children,
Everyone
Miller Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Pajama Time [all ages] TK
6:30pm - 7:00pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
Program Type:
Early Learning
PAJAMA TIME
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Play Partners (infant-23 mos with adult) TK
6:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Children,
Teens,
Adults
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Hatchlings: Baby Beginnings (Expectant adults/teens and parents/caregivers with newborns from birth - 6 months) RG
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Expectant adults/teens and parents/caregivers with newborns from birth - 6 months. 60-90 minutes. Registration required, one per household.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Spanish Conversation and Vocabulary (Bilingual) (Ages 8-12) TK
6:00pm - 6:30pm
Elkridge Branch
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Anime Club
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Savage 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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
STEAM Team [3rd-5th grade] RG
6:30pm - 7:15pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Registration required. Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Mah Jongg Meet Up
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
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: March 22 & 25 April 8 & 22 May 13 & 27
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Elkridge Branch
Waitlist
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Portrait Painting w/ J. Scott
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Waitlist
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
DIY Design Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
This art class will teach participants how to paint a portrait. Participants will learn techniques on enlarging, composition, replicating light, under painting, brush selection, and more.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Don't Let History Be a Mystery: Titanic! [1st-4th grade] TK
6:30pm - 7:15pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Event Details:
1st-4th grade. 45 min. Ticket required. Learn all about the history of ship travel and the sinking of the Titanic. Includes stories, activities, and a craft.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Central Branch
Closed
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Heavy Medals Book Club (grades 4-5) RG
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Branch
Closed
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Central Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Grades 4-5. RG, Registration required. 60 minutes.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Children,
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Family Fun at Your Library: Video Game Night (Families)
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Studio
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
All ages. Allow 30 min. Are you ready to level up your gaming skills and have some fun? Stop by and play different video games that are fun for the whole family!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
The UnBook Reading Group
Open
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Author & Literary Events,
Book Clubs,
Community Events
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Teen Video Game Night
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
CEN Studio
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Meet up to play and chat all things video gaming. PS5 and Nintendo Switch set up for classic favorites such as Super Smash Bros, MarioKart 8, and more. Drop-ins welcome! Ages 14-18.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Children,
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Pajama Time (all ages with adult) TK
6:30pm - 7:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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.
Children
Miller Branch
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Page Turners Book Club [4th-5th grade] RG
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Miller Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Grades 4-5. 60 min. Registration required. Registration begins March 20.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Miller Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Global Reads
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Miller Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
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 "Teens" group.
Children,
Teens
Central Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Lego Engineering Challenge (ages 9-12) RG
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
CEN Studio
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 9-12. Registration required. Calling all LEGO™ bricks fans! Receive your challenges for the day and work individually or in groups to create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Ask A Master Gardener
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Lobby (Miller)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature
Event Details:
Find the answers to gardening questions by talking with a University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener. Drop in; no registration required.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Glenwood Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Glenwood D&D Club (Ages 12+)
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
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+.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Miller Branch
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Korean for Beginners
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Miller Branch
Closed
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Avalon Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Culture & Language,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Magnetic Levitation Machine: Makerspace Mondays
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Studio
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Engineer a magnetic levitation machine. Explore the principles repulsive force, gravitational pull, magnetic fields, stability mechanisms, and feedback loops. Then paint the finished product.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Read. Think. Talk.
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Grist Mill Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Join us for a discussion of books that explore humans, and their conditions. On April 6th we will discuss Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands by Kate Beaton. .
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Pajama Time (families) TK
7:00pm - 7:30pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
Online Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Eclectic Evenings Meeting (Online)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Adult Online Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Read and discuss a wide array of fiction and nonfiction titles. 2nd Tuesdays, 7-8 pm Join for a discussion of the following title:
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Meet Battle of the Books 2025 authors: Victoria Jamieson and Matt Phelan (Online)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Terrapin Online Classroom
Program Type:
Author & Literary Events,
Community Events,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
Join a 60-minute webinar, live online Q&A via Zoom, with author Victoria Jamieson and Matt Phelan. When you register you have the opportunity to submit questions for the authors.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Mystery Book Club (in-person)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Savage Studio (Classroom)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Analyze and discuss a wide array of mystery novels from sleuths to spies. 2nd Wednesdays, 7-8pm. March 12: Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Mystery Book Club (online)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Branch
Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Analyze and discuss a wide array of mystery novels from sleuths to spies. 2nd Wednesdays, 7-8 pm. March 12: Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Elkridge Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Author Works: A Conversation with Denise Williams
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Belmont / Hockley Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Author & Literary Events
Event Details:
WIN A FREE BOOK! Attend the event for a chance to enter the raffle and win!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
English Conversation Class (in-person)
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Miller Branch
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.
Adults
Online Branch
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Intermediate Korean (online)
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Online Branch
Closed
Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Adult Online Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Culture & Language,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners (offered at the Miller Branch). Registration required. Ages 18+.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
English Conversation Class
7:00pm - 8:45pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Grist Mill Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Culture & Language
Event Details:
The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation skills, and build confidence to think and speak English in a relaxed
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Children,
Everyone
Central Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Pajama Time (All Ages) TK
7:00pm - 7:30pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Central Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
PAJAMA TIME
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Event Details:
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Open
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
ABCD Bike Check
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Elkridge Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
DIY Design Studio
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Learn some basic maintenance from a cycling expert to keep you rolling this spring. We'll discuss different types of bikes, uses, and places to ride, and entertain questions about all things cycling
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Warning Graphic Content (Online)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Branch
Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Adult Online Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels. 2nd Thursdays 7 - 8 pm.
April 10 Revival by Tim Seeley
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Central Branch
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Makeup is for Everyone: Understanding Foundation & Color Theory
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Community Events,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
Do you get overwhelmed by the volume and variety of products in the beauty aisle? Not sure what the difference is between primers, concealers, and foundations?
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Miller Branch
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
World Languages Cafe
7:00pm - 8:45pm
Miller Branch
Open
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Culture & Language,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
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.
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