Week Calendar

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

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10 am		This event is in the "Children" group 3, 2 Fun! (Ages 2-3 w/ Adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: 3, 2, Fun Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. This event is in the "Children" group Move & Groove Mondays [ages 3-5 w/adult] TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning Event Details: Ages 3-5 w/adult. 30 minutes, Ticket required Come move and groove with us as we explore music! Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Kindergarten Here We Come! (children entering Kindergarten with adult) RG 10:15am–11:15am Children Savage Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Registration Required Event Details: For children entering Kindergarten this fall; 60 minutes. Registration required. Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day. Cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS. This event is in the "Children" group Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (edades 0-5 con adulto) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: 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.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department 10:00am–4:00pm Teens, Adults Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness Event Details: Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department This event is in the "Children" group 3, 2, Fun! [ages 2-3 with adult] TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning 3, 2, Fun Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Play Partners (infant-23 months) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required. Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize. This event is in the "Children" group All Together Now (All ages) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: All Together Now All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group All Together Now, Summer Reading Adventures (Everyone) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children 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 3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music 3, 2, Fun Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Time For Us (18 months-3 years with adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: TIME FOR US Ages 18 months-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Develop early learning skills through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Time for Us [ages 18-35 months w/adult] TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Time for Us Ages 18-35 months with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Toddlers gain coordination and control when using small and large muscles through stories, music, movement, fingerplays, rhyme, and playtime activities. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Event Details: Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group Baby's Play Date (infant-23 months) 10:00am–11:00am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Abacus Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning Event Details: Allow 20 min. Play with our toys, read a board book, and visit with others. This event is in the "Children" group Just For Me (3-6 years) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: JUST FOR ME Ages 3-6; 30 min. Limited Attendance. Ticket (name tag) required. This event is in the "Children" group Picture Book Parade (ages 2-5 with adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music Picture Book Parade Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Children build language, literacy, and social skills by singing, talking, listening, reading, and learning to get along with others through tales, tunes, and fun activities. This event is in the "Children" group Play Partners [infant-23 months with adult] TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group 3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. This event is in the "Children" group All Together Now, Summer Reading Adventures (Everyone) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department 10:30am–4:00pm Teens, Adults Miller Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness Event Details: Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department	This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Class-Adult (In-Person) 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult English Classes Registration Required Event Details: This is an in-person class for intermediate and advanced adult English Language Learners. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley 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. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group All Together Now [all ages] TK 10:15am–10:45am Children, Everyone Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Early Learning All Together Now All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Picture Book Parade with Craft (2-5 years with adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning Event Details: Picture Book Parade Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Children build language, literacy, and social skills by singing, talking, listening, reading, and learning to get along with others through tales, tunes, and fun activities. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Play Partners (Ages 0-23 Months), TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley 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. This event is in the "Children" group All Together Now (All Ages) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children Event Details: All ages with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. This event is in the "Children" group All Together Now (families) TK 10:15am–10:45am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning All Together Now All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group All Together Now, Summer Reading Adventures, Everyone, TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children 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 Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (edades 0-5 con adulto) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Elkridge Studio Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language, Early Learning Event Details: Edades 0-5 años con adulto. 30 minutos. Se requiere un tiquete gratis disponible en el escritorio del área infantil. Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas en español. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. This event is in the "Children" group Toddler Time [ages 6-24 months with adult] TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning Event Details: Ages 6-24 months with adult. Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. Play with toys, meet new friends, enjoy music, and develop cognitive, motor and social skills. This event is in the "Adults" group Ask A Master Gardener 10:30am–12:30pm Adults Miller Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Howard County Seed Library 10:30am–12:30pm Adults, Everyone Miller Branch This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Branch Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Gardening & Nature Event Details: The Howard County Seed Library provides a space to share free seeds to allow everyone to build their own garden or greenspaces. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Knitting for All Levels 10:30am–12:30pm Teens, Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Work on your knitting projects with help at any level. Find inspiration whether you are trading tips and tricks or getting started with the basics.
11 am		This event is in the "Children" group 3, 2 Fun! (Ages 2-3 w/ Adult) TK 11:15am–11:45am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. This event is in the "Children" group Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK 11:15am–11:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Move & Groove Mondays [ages 3-5 w/adult] TK 11:30am–12:00pm Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning Event Details: Ages 3-5 w/adult. 30 minutes, Ticket required Come move and groove with us as we explore music! Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK 11:15am–11:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required. Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize. This event is in the "Children" group 3, 2, Fun! [ages 2-3 with adult] TK 11:30am–12:00pm Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning 3, 2, Fun Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group 3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK 11:15am–11:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music 3, 2, Fun Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Time for Us [ages 18-35 months w/adult] TK 11:30am–12:00pm Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Time for Us Ages 18-35 months with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Toddlers gain coordination and control when using small and large muscles through stories, music, movement, fingerplays, rhyme, and playtime activities. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group Picture Book Parade (ages 2-5 with adult) TK 11:15am–11:45am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music Picture Book Parade Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Children build language, literacy, and social skills by singing, talking, listening, reading, and learning to get along with others through tales, tunes, and fun activities. This event is in the "Children" group Just For Me (3-6 years) TK 11:30am–12:00pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: JUST FOR ME Ages 3-6; 30 min. Limited Attendance. Ticket (name tag) required. This event is in the "Children" group Play Partners [infant-23 months with adult] TK 11:30am–12:00pm Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group Little Learners Storybook Friends (ages 2-5 with adult) TK 11:00am–11:30am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes. Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK 11:15am–11:45am Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley 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. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group All Together Now [all ages] TK 11:30am–12:00pm Children, Everyone Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Early Learning All Together Now All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK 11:15am–11:45am Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley 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. This event is in the "Children" group All Together Now (All Ages) TK 11:15am–11:45am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children Event Details: All ages with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities.
12 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group Noontime Books--IN PERSON 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Join us for an in person discussion of The Mighty Red by Louise Erdrich on August 21st, 2025, 12pm at the Central Branch.		This event is in the "Children" group Biz Kidz Academy: Past, Present and Future Workshop (8-10 years) RG 12:00pm–1:30pm Children Elkridge Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Elkridge Studio Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Ages 8-10; 90 min. Registration Required.
1 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group Suffrage Pennants with the Cricut 1:00pm–3:00pm Teens Glenwood Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, History & Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: On August 18, 1920, Congress ratified the 19th amendment and gave women the right to vote. Celebrate the 105th anniversary and use the Cricut to make felt suffrage pennants. All materials provided. This event is in the "Teens" group Cyber Ninja: Learn to Outsmart Online Threats 1:30pm–3:00pm Teens Elkridge Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Belmont Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Interact with a "Ninja Buddy", a conversational AI-agent tasked with simulating cyberattacks in a guided and safe environment.		This event is in the "Children" group Just for Me (ages 3-5) TK 1:30pm–2:00pm Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Just for Me Ages 3-5; 30 min. Ticket required Preschoolers go to class on their own. They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories. They may also learn about shapes and numbers, use scissors, draw and write, make guesses about what is going to happen, learn about the world, and be creative. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK 1:30pm–2:00pm Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Event Details: Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.		This event is in the "Adults" group Good Reads Book Club (In-Person) 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults East Columbia Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Marvin Thomas Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events Registration Required Event Details: Looking for thought-provoking reads and engaging discussions? Join us for lively conversations in a welcoming atmosphere.	This event is in the "Children" group Color, Cut, & Paste (5 & up) TK 1:00pm–2:00pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Ages 5 and up; 60 min. Ticket required. Practice accuracy and fine motor skills, and create your own art while coloring, cutting, and pasting. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
2 pm		This event is in the "Children" group All Together Now, Summer Reading Adventures (Everyone) TK 2:00pm–2:30pm Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children 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 "Adults" group Mostly Historical Fiction 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: We read and discuss historical fiction from a wide-range of time periods and settings—everything from ancient Greece to 1970s Hollywood so far. We occasionally read other genres as well.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Mario Kart Races (ages 11 - 13) 2:00pm–2:45pm Children, Teens Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required Event Details: Ages 11 - 13. Registration required. This event is in the "Children" group Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 6-10) TK 2:00pm–2:45pm Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 6-10; 45 min. Ticket Required. Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize. *Tuesdays throughout the summer.	This event is in the "Children" group Adventure through Art 2 (ages 2-5 w/ adult) tk 2:00pm–2:30pm Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music Event Details: Do you like to create? Do you want to know how to create some famous artwork? If your answer is yes, then this class is for you. We will learn about art, artist, and then create our own art in a similar style. This event is in the "Children" group Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK 2:00pm–2:45pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 3-5 years with adult; 45 mins. Free ticket required. This event is in the "Children" group All Together Now (families) TK 2:30pm–3:00pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning 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 Explore Art: Vincent van Gogh Starry Night (ages 3-5 w/adult) TK 2:00pm–2:30pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Early Learning Event Details: Vincent van Gogh's Starry Night is one of the most recognizable paintings in the world. Participants will learn the story behind it and then create a magical painting of their own! Dress for mess. This event is in the "Children" group Tetra Tower STEAM Challenge (ages 6-10) TK 2:00pm–2:45pm Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 6-10; 45 minutes. Ticket required. Try your hand at Tetra Tower, a fun block stacking balance game. Carefully choose and place 3-D tetris-style blocks without tipping the tower! This event is in the "Adults" group Light but not Fluffy 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Read and discuss light-hearted books that will make us smile. The books will talk about love, hope, and grace. They will include humor, and perhaps some snark, to spice things up. It will be fun! Join us. 3rd Thursdays: 2 - 3 pm This event is in the "Adults" group Craft Works: Resin Coasters 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required 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 Sewing Skills: How to Repair Clothing 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Learn the basics of clothing repair to extend the lifetime of your clothing. We will cover how to restitch a seam, repair hems, and patch tears. Participants will have the opportunity to practice their skills. This event is in the "Children" group Crafternoon (all ages/families) TK 2:30pm–3:30pm Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Ticket required. All ages/families. Allow 30 min. Drop-in and make some fun crafts.		This event is in the "Teens" group Magic: the Gathering™ Club 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens Elkridge Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Develop math, reading, critical thinking and social skills by playing friendly Magic: the Gathering™ card battles in this ongoing monthly gaming club.
3 pm			This event is in the "Children" group Ukulele Summer Jam [ages 7 and up with adult] TK 3:00pm–4:00pm Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Avalon Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music Event Details: Ages 7 and up with adult. 60 min. Ticket required. Let's jam with the ukulele! Bring your own or borrow one of ours. Other simple instruments will be provided if you just want to play them and sing along. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Mario Kart Races (ages 11 - 13) 3:15pm–4:00pm Children, Teens Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required Event Details: Ages 11 - 13. Registration required.	This event is in the "Children" group Adventure through Art (ages 6-11, 6-7/w adult) tk 3:00pm–3:45pm Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Art, Movies & Music Event Details: Do you like to create? Do you want to know how to create some famous artwork? If your answer is yes, then this class is for you. We will learn about art, artist, and then create our own art in a similar style.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Egg Drop Engineering Eggstravaganza (ages 9-12) 3:00pm–4:00pm Children, Teens Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Ages 9 - 12. Registration required. Work in teams to develop a successful design for a device that allows an egg to survive being dropped. Contact with eggs may occur.		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Custom Cake Toppers with the Laser 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens, Adults Glenwood Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: It is Glenwood branch’s 25th birthday and HCLS's 85th anniversary - celebrate with us by crafting custom cake toppers with a laser cutter. Design and create personalized cake toppers to add a unique touch to any dessert.
4 pm				This event is in the "Teens" group 3D Printing for Teens (ages 14-18) 4:00pm–5:30pm Teens Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Teens Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Ages 14-18. 90 minutes. RG: Registration preferred. Drop-ins welcome.
5 pm		This event is in the "Children" group Board Games & Puzzles (ages 8-10) 5:30pm–6:30pm Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Ages 8-10; 60 minutes. Drop-in. Come to a relaxed environment to play board games and work on jigsaw puzzles.		This event is in the "Children" group Summer Numbers (5-7 years) TK 5:30pm–6:30pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 5-7; 60 min. Ticket required. Math is all around us! Work together on games and puzzles; exploration and play strengthen math concepts. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Adults Savage Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Carl Sagan Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Culture & Language Registration Required Event Details: The English Conversation Club (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation skills, and build confidence to think and speak English in a relaxed
6 pm		This event is in the "Children" group Color, Cut, & Paste (5 & up) TK 6:00pm–7:00pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Ages 5 and up; 60 min. Ticket required. Practice accuracy and fine motor skills, and create your own art while coloring, cutting, and pasting. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Open A/V Lab and Creativity Space - Animation Station 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Savage Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: AV Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Animators and cartoonists, bring yourself to the Savage A/V Lab to work on handmade digital animations in Proceate, Premiere Pro, and Photoshop. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Compost Demonstration (In-Person) 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults, Everyone Miller Branch This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Enchanted Garden Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Gardening & Nature Event Details: Learn the basics of composting. Composting reduces pressure on our landfills and recycles organic waste material into helpful soil supplements for gardens, container plants, and lawns. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Music For Wellness 6:30pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Health & Wellness, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Explore how AI can personalize music for therapeutic purposes and improve emotional well-being. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Pajama Time [all ages] TK 6:30pm–7:00pm Children, Everyone Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Early Learning 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 Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/Adult) TK 6:30pm–7:00pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Free ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Moving up to Middle School (students entering 6th grade) 6:30pm–8:00pm Children, Teens Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Community Events, Parents & Educators Registration Required Event Details: Students entering 6th grade. Registration required.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Anime Trivia Night (ages 13+) 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Glenwood Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required Event Details: Test your anime knowledge at Glenwood Branch’s Anime Trivia Night! Registration is recommended but not required. This event is in the "Adults" group Reduction Printmaking for Beginners w/ J. Scott 6:00pm–8:30pm Adults Savage Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: DaVinci Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: 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. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Family Fun at Your Library (Families) 6:30pm–8:00pm Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: All ages. Allow 30 min.	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Beyond Words (Ages 11-17) 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: For Teens Ages 11-17 with learning/developmental disabilities. Come and participate at 5 different activity stations. This month’s theme: OUTER SPACE Registration is required. This event is in the "Teens" group Teen D&D Club 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens Miller Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Avalon Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Due to increased popularity of D&D Club, we are moving to the Avalon Room and will cap the number of players at a maximum of 20 on a first come, first served basis. Doors open 15 minutes before game time. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Family Fun at Your Library: Video Game Night (Families) 6:30pm–8:00pm Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Elkridge Studio Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: All ages. Allow 30 min. Are you ready to level up your gaming skills and have some fun? Stop by and play different video games that are fun for the whole family! This event is in the "Adults" group Sewing Skills: How to Repair Clothing 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Learn the basics of clothing repair to extend the lifetime of your clothing. We will cover how to restitch a seam, repair hems, and patch tears. Participants will have the opportunity to practice their skills. This event is in the "Adults" group Interview Skills - Mock Interviews 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Career, Business & Finance Registration Required Event Details: Practice your skills with mock interviews! Participants actively take part in interview simulations.	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 Summer Reading: Celebrate Libraries! 6:00pm–8:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Join us to celebrate 85 years of the Library and all things summer reading with activities for all ages! This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Pajama Time (all ages with adult) TK 6:30pm–7:00pm Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Early Learning Pajama Time All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Adults" group Cycle of Segregation: A Two-Part Book Discussion 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: Cycle of Segregation: Book Discussion – Part One Two-part series: Aug 21 & Aug 28 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 Tabletop Gaming Paradise 6:30pm–8:30pm Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone East Columbia Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: East Columbia Other Location Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required Event Details: East Columbia Branch Library welcomes gamers to our branch. Join us for an evening of thrilling dice rolls and dire card draws. Explore our tabletop games collection or bring your own to share!
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Reads of Acceptance (Online) 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: This month's book will be You Should See Me in a Crown by Leah Johnson This event is in the "Adults" group Asian American Literature Book Club (Online) 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Online Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Adult Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles. This event is in the "Adults" group Ask A Master Gardener 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Miller Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: 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 "Adults" group Read. Think. Talk. 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Grist Mill Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a discussion of books that explore humans, and their conditions. On August 4th we will discuss The Paper Menagerie and Other Stories by Ken Liu. .	This event is in the "Children" group Pajama Time (families) TK 7:00pm–7:30pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Chess Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults, Everyone Miller Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Avalon Room Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Looking to sharpen your chess skills? Come drop in and challenge new opponents! All skill levels and ages are welcome. Note: Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. This event is in the "Adults" group Inconvenient Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Patapsco Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Gardening & Nature Registration Required Event Details: Join the Inconvenient Book Club on Aug. 19, 7 to 8 p.m., to discuss Leave the World Behind, by Rumaan Alam. This event is in the "Adults" group Craft Works: Resin Coasters 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Knot Just Knitters 7:00pm–8:30pm Teens, Adults Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio A Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace Event Details: Ages 11-18 & Adults; Drop-in, 90 min. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Painted Paper Collage 7:00pm–8:30pm Teens, Adults Elkridge Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Enjoy a relaxing evening of art and learn tips and tricks for making collages from painted paper.	This event is in the "Adults" group Bas Bleu Book Discussion Group 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Miller Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Patapsco Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Bas Bleu, French for “bluestocking,” refers to an intellectual or literary woman. We read a variety of literary fiction, and all are welcome – not just bluestockings! Join us for a discussion of the following books: This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Cookbook corner at East Columbia Branch 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults East Columbia Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Marvin Thomas Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Events Registration Required Event Details: Explore various culinary cuisines/chefs of the world. A new cuisine/chef every month. Nonfiction Book Club (in-person) 7:00pm–8:30pm Savage Branch Closed Registration Required Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Studio Classroom Registration Required Event Details: Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections. This event is in the "Adults" group Nonfiction Book Club (online) 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Online Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections.	This event is in the "Children" group Pajama Time (All Ages) TK 7:00pm–7:30pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. This event is in the "Adults" group Nonfiction Addiction Book Club (In-Person) 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults East Columbia Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio A (Teen Classroom) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events Registration Required Event Details: Curious minds welcome! Come explore the world of nonfiction with us and join the conversation every third Thursday! Aug 21: Wide Wide Sea by Hampton Sides This event is in the "Adults" group Nonfiction Addiction Book Club (Online) 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Online Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Events, Culture & Language Registration Required Event Details: Curious minds welcome! Come explore the world of nonfiction with us and join the conversation every third Thursday! Aug 21: Wide Wide Sea by Hampton Sides This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group THROWBACK TRIVIA: 85 YEARS OF REWIND! 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Online Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Branch Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, History & Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: You can play our Kahoot from now until August 31! Test your knowledge and compete for the top spot! We're celebrating the library’s 85th anniversary with a blast from the past — and you're invited to play along! This event is in the "Adults" group Thursday Next Book Club 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Grist Mill Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: We will be discussing The Night We Lost Him by Laura Dave