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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
3, 2 Fun! (Ages 2-3 w/ Adult) TK
9:30am–10:00am
Central Branch
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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
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK
9:30am–10:00am
Elkridge Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
9:30am–10:00am
Elkridge Branch
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:
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Play Partners (infant - 23 months, with adult)
9:30am–10:00am
Miller Branch
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
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/adult) TK
9:30am–10:00am
Central Branch
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 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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
5
2025
Fri
Time For Us: Toddler Play & Learn (ages 18-35 months with adult) TK
9:30am–10:00am
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Early Learning
Event Details:
Ages 18 - 35 months. 30 minutes. Ticket required.
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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
Dec
6
2025
Sat
All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK
9:30am–10:00am
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 "Children" group
Dec
6
2025
Sat
All Together Now (All Ages) TK
9:30am–10:00am
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
3, 2 Fun! (Ages 2-3 with adult) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Central Branch
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
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Elkridge Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Cancelled
Children
Glenwood Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Cancelled
CANCELLED: 3, 2, Fun, Ages 2-3, with an adult
10:00am–10:30am
Glenwood Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Adults,
Everyone
Glenwood Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Explore Your New HCLibrary.org
10:00am–12:00pm
Glenwood Branch
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Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Studio A
Age Group:
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Drop-In Website Tours Registration encouraged.
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
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department
10:00am–4:00pm
Central Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Lobby (Central)
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
Cancelled
Children
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Cancelled
Cancelled Frosty the Snowman (families) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Savage Branch
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:
Frosty the Snowman Families; 30 min. Bring your camera! Enjoy stories and activities, then pose for a picture with Frosty. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Elkridge Branch
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,
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Beyond Words at the Central Branch
10:00am–11:30am
Central Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
The theme for this month is: Winter Holiday Celebration!
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Elkridge Branch
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:
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
Cancelled
Children
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Cancelled
Cancelled Frosty the Snowman (families) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Savage Branch
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:
Frosty the Snowman Families; 30 min. Bring your camera! Enjoy stories and activities, then pose for a picture with Frosty. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Puppet Presents: Bear Snores On (Ages 3-5)
10:30am–11:00am
Glenwood Branch
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Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Watch a puppet show rendition of Karma Wilson's Bear Snores On and enjoy a related activity. Ages 3-5 with adult. Ticket required.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
All Together Now, Ages Everyone
10:00am–10:30am
Glenwood Branch
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
Cancelled
Children
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Cancelled
Cancelled Frosty the Snowman (families) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Savage Branch
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:
Frosty the Snowman Families; 30 min. Bring your camera! Enjoy stories and activities, then pose for a picture with Frosty. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Play Partners (infant - 23 months, with adult)
10:30am–11:00am
Miller Branch
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
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/adult) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Central Branch
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 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department
10:30am–4:00pm
Elkridge Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Event Details:
Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
5
2025
Fri
Play Partners, Ages 0-23 Months
10:00am–10:30am
Glenwood Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
5
2025
Fri
English Conversation Class-Adult (In-Person)
10:00am–12:00pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Tapestry Classroom (Project Literacy)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Adult English Classes
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 "Children" group
Dec
5
2025
Fri
All Together Now (all ages, with adult)
10:30am–11:00am
Miller Branch
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
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
Cancelled
Children
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
5
2025
Fri
Cancelled
Cancelled Frosty the Snowman (families) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Frosty the Snowman Families; 30 min. Bring your camera! Enjoy stories and activities, then pose for a picture with Frosty. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
5
2025
Fri
Time For Us: Toddler Play & Learn (ages 18-35 months with adult) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Early Learning
Event Details:
Ages 18 - 35 months. 30 minutes. Ticket required.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
6
2025
Sat
All Together Now, Ages Everyone
10:00am–10:30am
Glenwood Branch
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 "Adults" group
Adults
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
6
2025
Sat
Intro to Canva
10:00am–11:00am
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio A (Teen Classroom)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Would you like to create a really cool invitation for an upcoming event, but do not think you have the artistic abilities to do so? Join us to design a visually impressive invitation using the Canva app. Explore
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
6
2025
Sat
Pruning – When, Why and How
10:00am–11:00am
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
DIY Design Studio
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace,
Gardening & Nature
Event Details:
Learn the how, when, and why of pruning ornamental trees and shrubs from a Master Gardener. The right techniques and tools at the right time of year can make a huge difference in your garden.
This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
6
2025
Sat
Meet with Staff from Grassroots Crisis Intervention
10:00am–1:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
Lobby (East Columbia)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Staff from Grassroots Crisis Intervention will be on-site to offer support and resources to community members experiencing mental health, substance use disorders, homelessness and food insecurity concerns.
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
Dec
6
2025
Sat
All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse 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
Dec
6
2025
Sat
All Together Now (All Ages) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
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
Cancelled
Children
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
6
2025
Sat
Cancelled
Cancelled Frosty the Snowman (families) TK
10:30am–11:00am
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Frosty the Snowman Families; 30 min. Bring your camera! Enjoy stories and activities, then pose for a picture with Frosty. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
6
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 "Teens" group
Cancelled
Teens
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
6
2025
Sat
Cancelled
Digital SAT Practice Test
10:30am–2:00pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
DaVinci Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
College & Trade Schools
Event Details:
Attention high school students!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
FNAF at the LIBRARY! - AR Scavenger Hunt
11:00am–5:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
The lights flicker. A faint laugh echoes between the stacks.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (edades 0-5 con adulto) TK
11:30am–12:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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!,
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
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
11:30am–12:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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,
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
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Zoo to You: Animals & Friends [ages 2-5 with adult] ticketed
11:30am–12:00pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature
Event Details:
Ages 2-5 with adult. 30 min. Ticket required. Animals move in all kinds of ways. Some fly, some slither, some climb. Meet a few Zoo animals and learn how they move. Presented by The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
FNAF at the LIBRARY! - AR Scavenger Hunt
11:00am–5:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
The lights flicker. A faint laugh echoes between the stacks.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Artist Open Workshop w/ J. Scott
11:00am–1:30pm
Glenwood Branch
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Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Studio A
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Culture & Language,
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
This class is an open workshop for artist's to work on a 2D art project of their choosing. The mediums supported in this workshop are:
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
5
2025
Fri
FNAF at the LIBRARY! - AR Scavenger Hunt
11:00am–5:00pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
The lights flicker. A faint laugh echoes between the stacks.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
5
2025
Fri
All Together Now (all ages, with adult)
11:30am–12:00pm
Miller Branch
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
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
6
2025
Sat
FNAF at the LIBRARY! - AR Scavenger Hunt
11:00am–5:00pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
The lights flicker. A faint laugh echoes between the stacks.
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
Cancelled
Children,
Teens,
Adults,
Everyone
Savage 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
Dec
6
2025
Sat
Cancelled
Cancelled Holiday Play & Sing Along! (families) TK
11:30am–12:15pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children,
Teens,
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music
Event Details:
Families; 45 min. Ticket required. Sing in the holidays with ukuleles! Bring your own uke or, ages 8 and up, borrow one of ours. Other simple instruments will be provided to play and sing along.
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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
Dec
6
2025
Sat
How to Wrap (Almost) Anything (ages 10+)
12:00pm–1:00pm
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Studio B
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Learn how to wrap gifts of varying shapes and sizes this holiday season! All materials (including wrapping paper and boxes to practice on) are provided, and you are also welcome to bring your own.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Adults,
Everyone
Central Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Explore Your New HCLibrary.org
1:00pm–3:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Drop-In Website Tours Registration encouraged.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Just for Me (ages 3-5) TK
1:30pm–2:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Art in the Afternoon: Winter Workshop
1:30pm–3:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
DIY Design Studio
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Winter Workshop: Celebrate the season with a selection of Winter themed art and craft projects.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
6
2025
Sat
Improv Comedy for Everyone AT ELKRIDGE BRANCH
1:00pm–2:30pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Let loose and laugh. Learn the basics of comedy improvisation through games and collaborative storytelling. Everything is made up on the spot.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Little Learners Bingo (ages 2-5 with adult)
2:00pm–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:
Children
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes. Identify beginning sounds, build vocabulary, identify colors and shapes while having fun playing BINGO! Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Little Learners, Ages 3-5, with Adult, TK
2:00pm–2:30pm
Glenwood Branch
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Library Branch:
Glenwood Branch
Room:
Pindell Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Little Learners
Ages 3-5 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
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Memory Cafe @ Miller
2:00pm–4:00pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Health & Wellness,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
The Memory Cafe provides a warm, inclusive space for individuals living with memory loss, their caregivers, family members, etc.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
2:00pm–2:45pm
Central Branch
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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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Meet with Staff from Grassroots Crisis Intervention
2:00pm–5:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Lobby (Central)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Staff from Grassroots Crisis Intervention will be on-site to offer support and resources to community members experiencing mental health, substance use disorders, homelessness and food insecurity concerns.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Classroom Ready (Ages 3-5, RG)
2:00pm–2:30pm
Central Branch
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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.
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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
Cancelled
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
Dec
6
2025
Sat
Cancelled
Cancelled Savage Ukes (8 & up, teens & adults welcome!) RG
2:00pm–3:00pm
Savage Branch
Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music
Event Details:
Ages 8 & up, teens & adults welcome! 60 min. Registration required to reserve an ukulele for class use.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
6
2025
Sat
3D Printing for Teens: Winter Crafts (Ages 14-18)
2:00pm–4:00pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
CEN Studio
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
Ages 14-18. 90 minutes. RG: Registration preferred. Drop-ins welcome.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
6
2025
Sat
Crafty Cinema: Holiday Cards
2:00pm–4:00pm
Central Branch
Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
In this special Crafty Cinema edition of Craft Works, enjoy a film while you craft! This month, create holiday cards while watching the classic holiday movie Home Alone.
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
Dec
6
2025
Sat
Día de las Velitas / 123 Andrés (Families) TK
2:00pm–4:00pm
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Belmont / Hockley Room
Age Group:
Children,
Everyone
Program Type:
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Culture & Language
Event Details:
Come and enjoy our Special Performer 123 Andrés, and create your own paper lanterns to celebrate Día de las Velitas (Day of the Little Candles), a traditional Colombian holiday.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Films That Connect Us (Online)
3:00pm–4:00pm
Online Branch
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Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Adult Online Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Community Events
Event Details:
How do films shape and connect us? Join our film discussion series. Please watch monthly films prior to their actual discussion dates Dec 01: Memory (with Jessica Chastain)
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Teen Space (ages 11-17)
3:00pm–4:30pm
Glenwood Branch
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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 crafts!
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Teen Takeover (ages 11-18)
3:00pm–5:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Teen Area (CEN)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Ages 11-18. Drop-in. Take over the teen area after school. Enjoy a free snack, hang out, do homework, play games, and more!
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Mindful Mondays
3:30pm–5:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Studio
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Take a break, breathe, and find your calm. Join us every Monday for a drop-in session designed just for teens who want a safe, relaxed space to recharge. Unwind your way:
This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Teen Afterschool Programming
3:30pm–5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E
Event Details:
Join us after school at the Teen Center for snack, followed by hands-on activities, creative projects, games, and chill space designed just for teens.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Teen Space (ages 11-17)
3:00pm–4:30pm
Glenwood Branch
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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 crafts!
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Teen Takeover (ages 11-18)
3:00pm–5:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Teen Area (CEN)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Ages 11-18. Drop-in. Take over the teen area after school. Enjoy a free snack, hang out, do homework, play games, and more!
This event is in the "Teens" group
Cancelled
Teens
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Cancelled
Howard County Fire and Rescue Teen Safety Sessions
3:30pm–4:00pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Studio Classroom
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Meet our local HCDFRS folks monthly to chat about teen safety topics, possible careers, have a free snack and play some games!
This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Teen Afterschool Programming
3:30pm–5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E
Event Details:
Join us after school at the Teen Center for snack, followed by hands-on activities, creative projects, games, and chill space designed just for teens.
This event is in the "Children" group
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Elem'Up
3:45pm–5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Makerspace (Was Homework Room)
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Afterschool activities for ages 9-11; including arts and crafts, makerspace activities, book clubs and homework support
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Teen Space (ages 11-17)
3:00pm–4:30pm
Glenwood Branch
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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 crafts!
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Teen Takeover (ages 11-18)
3:00pm–5:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Teen Area (CEN)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Ages 11-18. Drop-in. Take over the teen area after school. Enjoy a free snack, hang out, do homework, play games, and more!
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Elkridge Teen Silent Book Club
3:30pm–5:30pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Studio
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Book Clubs,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Looking to find a community of fellow readers, but intimidated by traditional book clubs? Put down your phone, pick up a book, and spend quality time with fellow book lovers – no homework or chit chat required!
This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Teen Afterschool Programming
3:30pm–5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E
Event Details:
Join us after school at the Teen Center for snack, followed by hands-on activities, creative projects, games, and chill space designed just for teens.
This event is in the "Children" group
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Elem'Up
3:45pm–5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Makerspace (Was Homework Room)
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Afterschool activities for ages 9-11; including arts and crafts, makerspace activities, book clubs and homework support
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Teen Space (ages 11-17)
3:00pm–4:30pm
Glenwood Branch
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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 crafts!
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Cancelled
Adults,
Everyone
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Cancelled
Explore Your New HCLibrary.org
3:00pm–5:00pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Drop-In Website Tours Registration encouraged.
This event is in the "Teens" group
Cancelled
Teens
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Cancelled
Teen Spot
3:00pm–5:00pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Studio Classroom
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Relax after school at Teen Spot - a space for middle and high school students to unwind with a variety of arts and crafts, activities, video games and board games. Meet other teens while having a free snack and hanging out at the library.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Teen Takeover (ages 11-18)
3:00pm–5:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Teen Area (CEN)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Ages 11-18. Drop-in. Take over the teen area after school. Enjoy a free snack, hang out, do homework, play games, and more!
This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Teen Afterschool Programming
3:30pm–5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E
Event Details:
Join us after school at the Teen Center for snack, followed by hands-on activities, creative projects, games, and chill space designed just for teens.
This event is in the "Children" group
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Elem'Up
3:45pm–5:30pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Makerspace (Was Homework Room)
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Afterschool activities for ages 9-11; including arts and crafts, makerspace activities, book clubs and homework support
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
5
2025
Fri
Teen Afterschool Programming - FLEX FRIDAY
3:30pm–5:00pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
A relaxed, flexible time for teens to decompress, socialize, and hang out at the end of the week. Self-directed activities include games, music, crafts, and more.
This event is in the "Children" group
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
5
2025
Fri
Elem'Up
3:45pm–4:45pm
East Columbia Branch
Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Makerspace (Was Homework Room)
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Afterschool activities for ages 9-11; including arts and crafts, makerspace activities, book clubs and homework support
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
HTML Basics
4:00pm–5:30pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
HiTech Classes & Events,
Art, Movies & Music,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Learn the basics of coding in HTML such as terms, the code to add images and color, and to get you started on your way to make a website. Registration required. Grades 6-12. Taught by a HiTech instructor.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Art of CSS
4:00pm–5:30pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Patapsco Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
HiTech Classes & Events,
Art, Movies & Music,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Did you know you can use coding to create art? Learn to use HTML and CSS to create different images and even animations! Registration required. Grades 6-12. Taught by a HiTech instructor.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Mapping: Introduction to Place (Ages: 5-7) TK
4:30pm–5:15pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Central Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 5-7 with adult. 45 min. Free ticket required. Explore human and physical geography and expand your spatial thinking while learning about where you live.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Cancelled
Adults
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Cancelled
CANCELLED Creators, Crafters, and Coworkers
5:30pm–7:30pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
AV Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Tech Skills or STEAM
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
ABC Spanish Club (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
5:00pm–5:30pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture & Language
Event Details:
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required. If your child has "learn Spanish" in their New Year's Resolution, this is the perfect class for them.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Cancelled
Children
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Cancelled
Code Club (8-11 years independently) RG
5:30pm–6:30pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Studio Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 8-11 independently; 60 min. Registration required. Learn about the basics of computer science programming and meet fellow coders. Have fun on a new coding adventure each session. Let your coding adventures begin!
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
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Bystander Intervention Training
5:30pm–7:30pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
Marvin Thomas Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
Presented by the Howard County Office of Human Rights and Equity, this interactive training will allow you to develop the skills you need to effectively protect and promote the humanity of tho
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Cancelled
Adults
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Cancelled
English Conversation Club
5:00pm–6:00pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Carl Sagan Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Culture & Language
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
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Pixel Art Challenge (Ages 8-10) TK
5:30pm–6:15pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Elkridge Studio
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Ticket available 15 minutes before class. Create your own video game inspired 2-D pictures in this pixel art challenge.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Miller Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
6
2025
Sat
Beyond Words Winter Wonderland Dance
5:30pm–7:30pm
Miller Branch
Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
You're invited to our 1st Beyond Words Winter Wonderland Dance! Get ready for an exciting evening created especially for adults and teens (ages 11 and up) with special needs and their carers!
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
Cancelled
Everyone
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Cancelled
CANCELLED Ballet isn't Boring
6:00pm–7:00pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Global Reads
6:00pm–7:00pm
Miller Branch
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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; 6 - 7 pm. Join for a discussion of the following titles:
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Korean for Beginners
6:00pm–7:30pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Avalon Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Pajama Time (all ages, with adult)
6:30pm–7:00pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's 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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/Adult) TK
6:30pm–7:00pm
Central Branch
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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 "Children" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Spanish Conversation and Vocabulary (Bilingual) (Ages 8-12) TK
6:30pm–7:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
1
2025
Mon
Read. Think. Talk.
6:30pm–7:45pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
Belmont Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Join us for a discussion of books that explore humans, and their conditions. On December 1st we will discuss Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler. .
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Cancelled
Teens
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Cancelled
Anime Art Club
6:00pm–7:00pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
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
Dec
2
2025
Tue
DEAR: Dogs Educating and Assisting Readers (Ages 5-10, TK)
6:00pm–7:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Central Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture & Language
Event Details:
Bring a book or borrow one from the library! Participants will read to Fidos for Freedom's therapy dogs in a relaxing and encouraging environment while increasing oral reading skills and self-confidence!
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Art in the Evening: Winter Workshop
6:00pm–7:30pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
DIY Design Studio
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Winter Workshop: Celebrate the season with a selection of Winter themed art and craft projects.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Adults,
Everyone
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Explore Your New HCLibrary.org
6:00pm–8:00pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio A (Teen Classroom)
Age Group:
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Drop-In Website Tours Registration encouraged.
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
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
6:15pm–7:45pm
Glenwood Branch
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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 "Children" group
Children
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
PJ Time (all ages)
6:30pm–7:00pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B)
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 "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
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
6:30pm–7:30pm
Elkridge Branch
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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
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
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
Dec
2
2025
Tue
How to Start Seeds in a Milk Jug
6:30pm–7:30pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Avalon Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature
Event Details:
A terrific method for sowing seeds early can be accomplished using the "winter sowing method". It is easily done by sowing seeds in a milk jug that becomes a mini greenhouse.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Spies, Lies, and Alibis Book Discussion Group
6:45pm–7:45pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Patapsco Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
We focus on spies, espionage, and world intrigue, alternating both classic and contemporary fiction and nonfiction, from the twentieth century and beyond. Join us for discussion of the following titles:
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Beyond Words Junior (ages 6-11 with adult)
6:00pm–7:00pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Patapsco Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Culture & Language,
Health & Wellness,
Race, Equity & Inclusion,
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Ages 6-11 with developmental or intellectual disabilities and their adult. 60 min. Registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Off Site
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Books on Tap reads across a wide variety of genres and points of view, with the next title always being something different.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Cancelled
Children,
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Cancelled
*CANCELLED* Family Fun at Your Library: Video Game Night (Families)
6:00pm–7:30pm
Elkridge Branch
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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
Dec
3
2025
Wed
English Conversation Class (in-person)
6:00pm–7:30pm
Miller Branch
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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, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Intermediate Korean (online)
6:00pm–7:30pm
Online Branch
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Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Adult Online Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Culture & Language,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
Space is still available in this class.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Veteran & Active Duty Service Members Candle Making Workshop
6:00pm–7:30pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
DIY Design Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events,
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
Health & Wellness,
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
For Veterans & Active-Duty Service Members only, please.
This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
East Columbia Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
In Other Worlds SFF Book Club (In-Person)
6:30pm–7:30pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
ECO Studio A (Teen Classroom)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
In Other Worlds SFF Book Club (Online)
6:30pm–7:30pm
Online Branch
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Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Romance Reads (Online)
6:30pm–7:30pm
Online Branch
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Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Online Classes & Events
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Love to read romance novels? Do you need an escape from reality? Join the Romance Reads Book Discussion!
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Cancelled
Teens,
Adults
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
3
2025
Wed
Cancelled
Savage 3D Printing Meetup CANCELLED
6:30pm–7:30pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Studio Classroom
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
Are you interested in 3D printing, optimizing designs for 3D printing, or building your own 3D printer at home?
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Author Works: The Long Blue Shadow
6:00pm–7:00pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Ellicott Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Author & Literary Events,
Book Clubs,
Community Events,
History & Genealogy
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Nordic Paper Bird Garlands
6:00pm–7:00pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Avalon Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!,
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
Get your hygge on with other crafty adults and create a Nordic-inspired paper folk art bird garland.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Advanced Anime Association
6:00pm–7:30pm
Online Branch
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Library Branch:
Online Branch
Room:
Adult Online Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Community Events,
Culture & Language
Event Details:
Because anime & manga aren’t just for kids… join us at the Advanced Anime Association. A safe space to geek out about anime, manga, and all things related with like-minded people who are of a similar advanced age.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
The Gathering: ERCC Salon Series
6:00pm–7:30pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Event Details:
The Gathering, a new monthly salon series hosted at the Equity Resource Center & Collection, is inspired by the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance and 1860's Paris.
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
East Columbia 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
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Tabletop Gaming Paradise
6:00pm–7:45pm
East Columbia Branch
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Library Branch:
East Columbia Branch
Room:
East Columbia Other Location
Age Group:
Children,
Teens,
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Crafts, Fun & Games!
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!
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
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Pajama Time (all ages with adult) TK
6:30pm–7:00pm
Elkridge Branch
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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
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Pajama Time (All Ages) TK
6:30pm–7:00pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Central Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
All ages with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Math Lab (grades 3-5)
6:30pm–7:15pm
Miller Branch
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Library Branch:
Miller Branch
Room:
Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:
Grades 3-5. 45 min. Ticket required. Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills and strategies as we explore different math topics. Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins.
This event is in the "Adults" group
Cancelled
Adults
Elkridge Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
4
2025
Thu
Cancelled
Tool Thursday: Sanders
6:30pm–7:30pm
Elkridge Branch
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Library Branch:
Elkridge Branch
Room:
DIY Design Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:
Learn about the wide variety of power tools you may borrow from the DIY Education Center every first Thursday. We will discuss and demonstrate applications, safe use, and accessories you may need.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Cancelled
Children
Savage Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Cancelled
Cancelled Frosty the Snowman (families) TK
7:00pm–7:30pm
Savage Branch
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Library Branch:
Savage Branch
Room:
Albert Einstein Classroom
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Learning
Event Details:
Frosty the Snowman Families; 30 min. Bring your camera! Enjoy stories and activities, then pose for a picture with Frosty. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
2
2025
Tue
Teen Scene Magazine: Interest Meeting (ages 11 - 17)
7:00pm–7:45pm
Central Branch
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Library Branch:
Central Branch
Room:
Maxine White Warfield Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Music,
Career, Business & Finance,
Crafts, Fun & Games!
Event Details:
Ages 11 - 18. Registration required.
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