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This event is in the "Teens" group
04/21/2025 @ 10:00am–05/09/2025 @ 1:00pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Apr-May
2025
Teen Internship
04/21/2025 @ 10:00am–05/09/2025 @ 1:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Career, Business & Finance,
Community Events
Event Details:
We are seeking motivated teens to join a 15-month planning committee. Together, you’ll co-design the exciting 9,000 sq ft expansion of Howard County Library System Elkridge Branch, creating a dynamic new space just for teens!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
24
2025
Thu
Pins and Needles
10:00am–12:00pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Join other adults (18+) who knit, crochet, embroider, and sew, in an open forum for creating, conversing, sharing, and learning.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
24
2025
Thu
Veterans: Visit with a Social Worker from the Baltimore VA Community Resource & Referral Center (CRRC)
10:30am–1:00pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Lobby (Savage)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
23
2025
Wed
ORK in the Community
11:00am–12:00pm
Mobile Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mobile Branch
Room:
ORK
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
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 artículos.
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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
We hope to see you at the Howard County Family Support Center (9790 Patuxent Woods Dr., Columbia, MD, 21046) from 11:00am to 12:00pm!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Children,
Teens,
Adults,
Everyone
Glenwood Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Apr
26
2025
Sat
Ask An Expert Cyclist
11:00am–1:00pm
Glenwood Branch
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Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Lobby (Glenwood)
Age Group:
Children,
Teens,
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Community Events,
DIY & Makerspace,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Drop in and learn to fix a flat, raise a seat, adjust the brakes, or get answers to other basic cycling questions. Learn how and where to ride, cycling-related discounts, group rides and racing, commuting, and regular repair and maintenance.
This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Apr
26
2025
Sat
"Thrive Where You're Planted": Earth Day Fair
11:00am–2:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Lobby (Central)
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Gardening & Nature
Event Details:
"Thrive Where You're Planted" Earth Day Fair celebrates environmental sustainability, community engagement and fun activities for the whole family.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
22
2025
Tue
Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch
12:30pm–2:30pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace,
Health & Wellness,
Race, Equity & Inclusion,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Step into the fun and active world of Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Apr
26
2025
Sat
Trio Sirènes - Classical Music Performance
12:00pm–1:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Equity Resource Center - Class Area
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Community Events,
Culture & Language
Event Details:
The highlight of the "Thrive Where You're Planted" Earth Day Fair is a musical performance by Trio Sirènes, a Baltimore-based ensemble including flutist Marcia McHugh, cellist Dariusz Skoraczewski, and harpist Jacqueline Pollauf.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
25
2025
Fri
Good Reads Book Club (In-Person)
1:00pm–2:00pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
Marvin Thomas Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs,
Community Events
Event Details:
Looking for thought-provoking reads and engaging discussions? Join us for lively conversations in a welcoming atmosphere.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Central Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
26
2025
Sat
Create Rock Terrariums & Hydroponic Seed Planters
1:00pm–2:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
After enjoying the musical performance in the Equity Resource Center, join us in the Maxine White Warfield room to create earth friendly Rock Terrariums and Hydroponic seed planters.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
26
2025
Sat
Identifying & Foraging Edible Plants
1:00pm–2:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
CEN Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Gardening & Nature
Event Details:
Learn the guidelines of safe and respectful foraging practices, along with examples of edible plants that you can find locally -- perhaps even in your own yard!
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
26
2025
Sat
Stickerpalooza!
1:00pm–2:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Central Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
Program Type:
Community Events,
Gardening & Nature
Event Details:
Ages 5+, drop-in. Go green at the Central Branch! Drop in and explore ways that you can reduce, reuse, recycle using stickers and recycled journals to create unique sticker journals.
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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
26
2025
Sat
Children's Day (Día de los Niños) (Families) TK
2:00pm–3:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Belmont / Hockley Room
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
Program Type:
Community Events,
Culture & Language,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
Join us to celebrate "El día de los Niños" with Michael Rosman and his juggling show, showcasing a range of circus skills and his prolific creativity. Everyone is Welcome!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Apr
21
2025
Mon
Teen Live! Miller Teen Takeover
3:00pm–5:00pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
HiTech Classes & Events,
Art, Movies & Music,
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Race, Equity & Inclusion,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
TEENS ARE TAKING OVER THE MILLER BRANCH! Calling all Teens ages 11 - 18! The HCLS Miller Branch is your place for FUN, GAMES, ART, & MORE ! Join other teens for a great time!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
23
2025
Wed
ORK in the Community
5:00pm–6:00pm
Mobile Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mobile Branch
Room:
ORK
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
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 artículos.
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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
We hope to see you at Laurel Woods Elementary School from 5:00-6:00pm! Esperamos verle en la escuela primaria Laurel Woods de 17:00 a 18:00.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Apr
23
2025
Wed
Teen Beyond Words in The Enchanted Gareden
5:00pm–7:00pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Patapsco Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Culture & Language,
Health & Wellness,
Race, Equity & Inclusion,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 11 - 21This class will be in the Enchanted Garden (weather permitting)
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
22
2025
Tue
Mah Jongg Meet Up
6:30pm–8:00pm
Miller Branch
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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: April 22 May 13 & 27 June 10 & 24
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
22
2025
Tue
The Twenty-Something Coworking Club
6:30pm–8:30pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
CEN Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
Join us for body doubling, social support, snacks, and dedicated time to tackle:
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
24
2025
Thu
Skills for Disagreeing Better
6:30pm–8:30pm
East Columbia Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
21
2025
Mon
Asian American Literature Book Club (Online)
7:00pm–8:30pm
Online Branch
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Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Adult Online Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs,
Community Events,
Culture & Language,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles.
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
21
2025
Mon
Glenwood D&D Club (Ages 12+)
7:00pm–8:30pm
Glenwood Branch
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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 "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Apr
21
2025
Mon
Know Your Rights: A Community Workshop Series Empowering Immigrants in Howard County
7:00pm–8:30pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Belmont Room
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Community Events,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
The Howard County Library System, in collaboration with the Luminus Network, Inc., is proud to present "Know Your Rights," a series of workshops designed to inform and empower immigrants in our community.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
21
2025
Mon
Korean for Beginners
7:00pm–8:30pm
Miller Branch
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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).
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
22
2025
Tue
World Languages Cafe @ East Columbia 50+ Center (in person)
7:00pm–8:45pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
East Columbia Other Location
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Culture & Language,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
23
2025
Wed
In Other Worlds SFF Book Club (In-Person)
7:00pm–8:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio A (Teen Classroom)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs,
Community Events,
Culture & Language
Event Details:
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)
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
23
2025
Wed
Savage 3D Printing Meetup
7:00pm–8:00pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Studio Classroom
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
DIY & Makerspace,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Are you interested in 3D printing, optimizing designs for 3D printing, or building your own 3D printer at home?
This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Apr
23
2025
Wed
In Concert: Celtic Music Club
7:00pm–8:30pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Belmont / Hockley Room
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Community Events,
Culture & Language
Event Details:
Join us again this year for a musical presentation by the Catonsville-based Celtic Music Club. Led by award-winning musician Drew Vervan, this group of talented musicians plays a
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
23
2025
Wed
English Conversation Class
7:00pm–8:45pm
Elkridge Branch
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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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