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.

Time	Sun (12/07)	Mon (12/08)	Tue (12/09)	Wed (12/10)	Thu (12/11)	Fri (12/12)	Sat (12/13)
9 am		This event is in the "Children" group 3, 2 Fun! (Ages 2-3 w/ Adult) TK 9:30am–10:00am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 "Adults" group Baby's Play Date, Ages 0- 18 months, TK 9:30am–10:00am Children, Adults Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children, Adults Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: Let your little one explore toys, enjoy a board book, and spend time with other caregivers. TK Tickets will be available 15 minutes before the start of the class at the children's desk. This event is in the "Children" group Move & Groove Mondays (ages 3-5 with adult) 9:30am–10:00am Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning Event Details: Ages 3-5 with 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 9:30am–10:00am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Cancelled Cancelled Little Learners: Counting Fun: Mittens (3-5 years with adult) TK 9:30am–10:15am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required. Explore math concepts through children's literature and hands-on activities. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group Play Partners (infant-23 months) TK 9:30am–10:00am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK 9:30am–10:00am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Time For Us (18 months - 3 years with adult) TK 9:30am–10:00am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Play Partners (infant - 23 months, with adult) 9:30am–10:00am Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/adult) TK 9:30am–10:00am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 "Children" group Baby's Play Date (infant-23 months) 9:30am–10:30am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Time For Us: Toddler Play & Learn (ages 18-35 months with adult) TK 9:30am–10:00am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK 9:30am–10:00am Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group 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 Cancelled All Together Now (All Ages) TK 9:30am–10:00am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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 9:30am–10:00am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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.
10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Explore Your New HCLibrary.org 10:00am–12:00pm Adults, Everyone East Columbia Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Open Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio A (Teen Classroom) Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Drop-In Website Tours Registration encouraged. This event is in the "Children" group 3, 2 Fun! (Ages 2-3 with adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Move & Groove Mondays (ages 3-5 with adult) 10:30am–11:00am Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning Event Details: Ages 3-5 with 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 10:30am–11:00am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 3, 2, Fun, Ages 2-3, with an adult 10:00am–10:30am Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children 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 Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 "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 Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Glenwood 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Pop-up Display Cards 10:00am–11:30am Teens, Adults Glenwood Branch Full Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Full Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Make three custom Pop-up Display Cards with stamps, die cuts, embellishments, and sentiments This event is in the "Adults" group Meet with Staff from Grassroots Crisis Intervention 10:00am–1:00pm Adults Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Lobby (Elkridge) 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 3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Play Partners (infant-23 months with adult) 10:30am–11:00am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning 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 Time For Us (18 months - 3 years with adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Hatchlings: New Baby and Me (Newborn-6 months with adult) RG 10:30am–11:15am Children Glenwood Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Open Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio A Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Registration Required Event Details: Infants birth-6 months with adult. 45 minutes. Registration required, one per household.	This event is in the "Children" group All Together Now, Ages Everyone 10:00am–10:30am Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Pins and Needles 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Miller Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Looking for dedicated time to work on projects? Bring stitching you'd like to finish, connect with others, and share ideas and tips. Drop in anytime between 10 am and 12 pm. Adults, ages 18+. This event is in the "Children" group Just For Me (3-6 years, independently) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: JUST FOR ME Ages 3-6, independently; 30 min. Limited Attendance. Ticket (name tag) required. This event is in the "Children" group Play Partners (infant - 23 months, with adult) 10:30am–11:00am Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department 10:30am–4:00pm Teens, Adults East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: East Columbia 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 Play Partners, Ages 0-23 Months 10:00am–10:30am Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room 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 "Adults" group English Conversation Class-Adult (In-Person) 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Central Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming 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 All Together Now (all ages, with adult) 10:30am–11:00am Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Picture Book Parade with Craft (2-5 years with adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Time For Us: Toddler Play & Learn (ages 18-35 months with adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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. This event is in the "Children" group Little Learners Storybook Friends (ages 2-5 with adult) 10:30am–11:15am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning 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 All Together Now, Ages Everyone 10:00am–10:30am Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Digital SAT Practice Test 10:00am–12:00pm Teens Elkridge Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Open Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Belmont Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: College & Trade Schools Registration Required Event Details: Attention high school students! Take a free Digital SAT Practice Test administered by C2 Education Testing Company. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Turn Drawings into Keepsakes 10:00am–12:00pm Children, Teens, Adults Glenwood Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Discover how to transform your original drawing into a lasting keepsake using the Glenwood Makerspace laser cutter. You’ll learn the basics of laser engraving while creating your own personalized piece to take home. All materials are supplied. This event is in the "Teens" group Digital SAT Practice Test 10:00am–2:00pm Teens East Columbia Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Open Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E Age Group: Teens Program Type: College & Trade Schools Registration Required Event Details: Attention high school students! Come join the C2 Education Testing Company to take a digital SAT practice test Please bring a graphing calculator and fully-charged chromebook. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group All Together Now (all ages with adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group 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 Cancelled All Together Now (All Ages) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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 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 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Teens" group FNAF at the LIBRARY! - AR Scavenger Hunt 11:00am–5:00pm Teens Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 Cuentos en Español y Tiempo de Juego (edades 0-5 con adulto) TK 11:30am–12:00pm Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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.	This event is in the "Children" group Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK 11:30am–12:00pm Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Baby's Play Date (ages infant-23 months with adult) 11:00am–11:30am Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: Play with toys and new friends read a board book and enjoy music developing cognitive motor and social skills. Ages infant-23 months with adult. Allow 20 min. This event is in the "Teens" group FNAF at the LIBRARY! - AR Scavenger Hunt 11:00am–5:00pm Teens Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 "Adults" group Artist Open Workshop w/ J. Scott 11:00am–1:30pm Adults Glenwood Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Culture & Language, DIY & Makerspace Registration Required 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:	This event is in the "Teens" group FNAF at the LIBRARY! - AR Scavenger Hunt 11:00am–5:00pm Teens Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 All Together Now (all ages, with adult) 11:30am–12:00pm Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 "Teens" group Teen Action Board 11:00am–12:00pm Teens Glenwood Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio A Age Group: Teens Program Type: Career, Business & Finance Registration Required Event Details: Connect with your community by collaborating with other TAB members and library staff to make the library a better place for teens! This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Seasonal Puzzle Swap: Piece by Piece! 11:00am–1:00pm Teens, Adults, Everyone Miller Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Open Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 13! This event is in the "Teens" group FNAF at the LIBRARY! - AR Scavenger Hunt 11:00am–5:00pm Teens Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 DIY Decoupage Gifts (5-10 years, 5 & 6 with adult) TK 11:30am–12:30pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace Event Details: Ages 5-10; 60 min. Ticket required. Create gorgeous decoupage trinket dishes using seashells and napkins. Dress for mess. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
12 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group ELKS Excellent Reads 12:30pm–1:30pm Adults Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Join us to discuss A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith				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 Two Rivers Chamber Music: A Holiday Celebration 12:00pm–1:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Central 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 Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Equity Resource Center - Exhibit & Event Space Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Delight in a performance by Two Rivers Chamber Music, founded by brothers Michael and Matthew Polonchak. 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 Holiday Celebration at Central 12:00pm–2:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Central 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 Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Branch Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Celebrate the season with an afternoon of music, crafts, and family fun! This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Explore Your New HCLibrary.org 12:30pm–2:30pm Adults, Everyone Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group 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.
1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Explore Your New HCLibrary.org 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults, Everyone Central Branch This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group 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.	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 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) 1:30pm–2:00pm Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning 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 Make It: Reusable Fabric Gift Bag 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Elkridge Branch Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Waitlist Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to make large and small reusable fabric gift bags you can use for any occasion. We provide the sewing machine, tools, and fabric for a project. You just need to show up and create!		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 A Look Back at the Holiday Season 1:00pm–2:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Central Branch Open 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 Open Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, History & Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: December is a special time of year. For Baltimoreans the season offers a chance to enjoy both the customary holiday traditions accompanied by a few that are unique to the city. This event is in the "Teens" group Craft Wars: Gingerbread Houses (ages 9-12) 1:00pm–2:00pm Teens Central Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Open Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Ages 9 - 12. Registration required. This event is in the "Children" group Create a Paper Lantern 1:00pm–2:00pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Bring a little light and warmth home from the library with a paper lantern this chilly holiday season at this personalized DIY craft session. All ages, drop in anytime between 1 pm - 2 pm. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Pets on Wheels 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults, Everyone East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Marvin Thomas Room Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Therapy dog(s) from Pets on Wheels will be at the East Columbia Branch for friendly visits with customers. Drop in - no 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 Book Swap and Re-gift 1:30pm–4:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Elkridge 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 Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Belmont Room Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Books make great presents for the holidays or any time. Stop by to shop a free selection of gently-used books to keep or give as gifts.
2 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group The Outsider Inn - Waterdeep: Dragon Heist 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults East Columbia Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio A (Teen Classroom) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required Event Details: The Outsider Inn’s first campaign ventures into the legendary Forgotten Realms with the adventure module Waterdeep: Dragon Heist!	This event is in the "Children" group Little Learners Bingo (ages 2-5 with adult) TK 2:00pm–2:30pm Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning 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 Little Learners, Ages 3-5, with Adult, TK 2:00pm–2:30pm Children Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 "Children" group Little Learners: Painting with Booker (3-5 years with adult) 2:00pm–2:30pm Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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: Ages 3-5 with adult; Allow 15 minutes. Ticket required. Explore your inner-artist express your creativity through painting a fun picture of the library's mascot, Booker. Please bring a paint smock.	This event is in the "Children" group Baby's Play Date (ages infant-23 months with adult) 2:00pm–2:30pm Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: Play with toys and new friends read a board book and enjoy music developing cognitive motor and social skills. Ages infant-23 months with adult. Allow 20 min. 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 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 Cancelled Hold for Maryland Zoo Program 2:00pm–3:00pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Events, Gardening & Nature 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 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 Classroom Ready (Ages 3-5, RG) 2:00pm–2:30pm Children Central Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Open Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Learning Registration Required Event Details: Ages 3-5 years; 30 mins. RG, Registration required. This event is in the "Adults" group What's On Your Shelf? Fiction and Nonfiction Book Chat 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Miller Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Avalon Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events Registration Required Event Details: Share fiction and/or nonfiction titles that are on your bookshelf and we will share titles from our shelves. If you don't have a title to share, find inspiration in what others recommend and start building your reading list.		This event is in the "Children" group Chemistry in the Library: The Hidden Life of Spices (Ages 7+) RG 2:00pm–3:00pm Children Elkridge Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Upcoming Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Ages 7 & up (7-8 year olds must be accompanied by an adult). 60 min. Registration required. Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for a hands-on program on the chemistry of spices. This event is in the "Children" group DIY Winter Tunnel Book (6-11 years) TK 2:00pm–4:00pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 6-11; 120 min. Ticket required. Tunnel books are made with layered pages and cut outs that creates a 3D effect. Make your own beautiful winter themed tunnel book. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Holiday Stars with the Cricut 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults Glenwood Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Use the Cricut and make intricate holiday star garlands out of cardstock. All materials provided. Ages 10+. Registration required. This event is in the "Teens" group Magic: the Gathering™ Club 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens Elkridge Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Open Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Elkridge Studio 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 "Teens" group Teen Space (ages 11-17) 3:00pm–4:30pm Teens Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 AV Studio: Video Editing 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Savage Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Open Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: AV Studio Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, HiTech Classes & Events, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: AV Lab Drop-in to use the equipment in the A/V Studio! Record and mix music or create and edit movies with the help of a HiTech Instructor. No registration required. Grades 6-12. This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Takeover (ages 11-18) 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 Mindful Mondays 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 Teen Afterschool Programming 3:30pm–5:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E Age Group: Teens 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 "Teens" group Teen Space (ages 11-17) 3:00pm–4:30pm Teens Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 Teen Takeover (ages 11-18) 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 Teen Afterschool Programming 3:30pm–5:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E Age Group: Teens 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 Elem'Up 3:45pm–5:30pm Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Takeover (ages 11-18) 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 ArtTech 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens Glenwood Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Open Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens Program Type: HiTech Classes & Events, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: ArtTech This event is in the "Teens" group Elkridge Teen Silent Book Club 3:30pm–5:30pm Teens Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 Teen Afterschool Programming 3:30pm–5:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E Age Group: Teens 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 Elem'Up 3:45pm–5:30pm Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Space (ages 11-17) 3:00pm–4:30pm Teens Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 Teen Spot 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Savage Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 Teen Takeover (ages 11-18) 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 Acrylic Pour 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens Elkridge Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Open Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, HiTech Classes & Events, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: READY, SET, POUR! Using paint, pouring medium, and canvases, learn about how chemistry and fluid dynamics can create amazing works of art. Registration required. Grades 6-12. This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Afterschool Programming 3:30pm–5:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E Age Group: Teens 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 Elem'Up 3:45pm–5:30pm Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Afterschool Programming - FLEX FRIDAY 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Teens" group 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 Elem'Up 3:45pm–4:45pm Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Misako Ballet Presents: Holiday Dance Party [all ages] TK 3:00pm–4:00pm Children, Everyone Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms Age Group: Children, Everyone Program Type: Art, Movies & Music Event Details: Families. 60 min. Ticket required. This event is in the "Adults" group Random Crafts of Kindness 3:00pm–4:30pm Adults Savage Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: DaVinci Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required Event Details: Participate in some Random Crafts of Kindness! Learn about a craft, make one for yourself, and make some extras to give away to other community members.
4 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group Photoshop 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens Miller Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Open Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, HiTech Classes & Events, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: What does it take to create print and digital advertisements? Use Adobe Photoshop tools needed to create digital compositions. Learn to use layers, layer effects, and filters. Registration required. Grades 6-12. This event is in the "Teens" group Vector Art 4:00pm–5:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Open Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio F Age Group: Teens Program Type: HiTech Classes & Events, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Students will get hands on experience working in the online application vectr.com. They will gain an understanding of vector illustrations and how they are used in digital media. Students will use this vector illustration software to c
5 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Creators, Crafters, and Coworkers 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults Savage Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: AV Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required	This event is in the "Children" group ABC Spanish Club (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK 5:00pm–5:30pm Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Explore Your New HCLibrary.org 5:00pm–7:00pm Adults, Everyone Miller Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Open Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Tech Lab (MIL) Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Drop-In Website Tours Registration encouraged.	This event is in the "Children" group Problem Solvers, Jr. (ages 6-8) TK 5:00pm–5:45pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Problem solvers will gather monthly to participate in hands-on games, activities, puzzles, and creative projects that build math skills and vocabulary along with confidence and teamwork. This event is in the "Children" group Math Tales: Ages 5-7 (5-7 years, independently) TK 5:30pm–6:15pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 5-7, independently; 45 min. Ticket required. Explore mathematical concepts through stories, games, and hands-on activities while meeting new friends. 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 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 This event is in the "Children" group DEAR: Dogs Educating and Assisting Readers (Ages 5-10, TK) 5:30pm–6:30pm Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Hockley Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Culture & Language Event Details: Ticket and book required. Bring a book or borrow one of ours. Read to Fidos for Freedom's therapy dogs in a relaxing and encouraging environment while increasing oral reading skills and self-confidence.	This event is in the "Adults" group Between the Lines: An Intersectional Book Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Adults Off Site Upcoming Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Between the Lines is a space for readers who want to make an effort to read, highlight, and discuss layered stories.
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Musical Mondays 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Miller Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Explore how music powerfully intersects art, culture, science, and creativity through fiction and nonfiction reads. The Getty: Museums of the World, The Rijksmuseum 6:00pm–7:00pm Online Branch Open Registration Required Open Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Merriweather Online Classroom Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, Culture & Language, History & Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam houses over a million objects. This class focuses on Dutch Golden Age art (1575–1675), featuring masters like Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Hals, along with other notable artists of the era. This event is in the "Children" group Pajama Time (all ages, with adult) 6:30pm–7:00pm Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Play Partners (Infant-23 mos w/Adult) TK 6:30pm–7:00pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Spanish Conversation and Vocabulary (Bilingual) (Ages 8-12) TK 6:30pm–7:00pm Children Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 "Children" group Cancelled Cancelled DEAR: DOGS EDUCATING AND ASSISTING READERS (5-10 years with adult) 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: DEAR: DOGS EDUCATING AND ASSISTING READERS Ages 5-10 with adult; allow 20 min. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Lego Engineering Challenge (ages 9-12) RG 6:30pm–7:30pm Children, Teens Central Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Open Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Ages 9-12. Registration required. Calling all LEGO™ bricks fans! Receive your challenges for the day and work individually or in groups to create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks. This event is in the "Adults" group Spread Joy and Save Money - Holiday Budgeting (Online) 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Online Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Adult Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Career, Business & Finance Registration Required Event Details: The holiday season can be full of joy, but also full of stress. If the upcoming holiday season has you feeling stressed financially, join us to learn how to maximize your dollars and create a memorable gift-giving season. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Glenwood D&D Club (Ages 12+) 6:30pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Glenwood Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a casual D&D game, open to all experience levels, beginners welcome! Missed the first meeting? No problem--this D&D club is designed for flexibility! Ages 12+.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Howard County Seed Library 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults, Everyone Miller Branch This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Lobby (Miller) 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 "Adults" group Mah Jongg Meet Up 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Miller Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Join us for friendly games of Mah Jongg with players of all levels of experience. We have both American and Asian sets available! 2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings: Dec 9 and 30 Jan 13 and 27 Feb 10 and 24 This event is in the "Adults" group Needle Felting in 3D 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Elkridge Branch Full Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Full Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Learn and practice techniques to create a three dimensional needle-felted piece. Part 1: 12/9 Part 2: 12/16 Part 3: 12/23 Part 4: 12/30 This event is in the "Children" group PJ Time (All ages) 6:30pm–7:00pm Children East Columbia Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 Family Fun at Your Library (Families) 6:30pm–7:30pm Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group 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 "Adults" group Eclectic Evenings Book Club (Online) 6:45pm–7:45pm Adults Online Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Online Classes & Events Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Read and discuss a wide array of fiction and nonfiction titles. 2nd Tuesdays, 6:45-7:45 pm Join for a discussion of the following title:	This event is in the "Children" group Problem Solvers (ages 9-11) TK 6:00pm–6:45pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Problem solvers will gather monthly to participate in hands-on games, activities, puzzles, and creative projects that build math skills and vocabulary along with confidence and teamwork. This event is in the "Adults" group Create by Music - Resin Bookmarks 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Miller Branch Full Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Full Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Avalon Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness, HiTech Classes & Events Registration Required Event Details: Take a break from the hustle and bustle and join us for an hour of creativity and calm at the library! This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Class (in-person) 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Miller Branch This event is in the "Adults" group 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Family Fun at Your Library: Video Game Night (Families) 6:00pm–7:30pm Children, Everyone Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Everyone" group 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 Intermediate Korean (online) 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Online Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Adult Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: Space is still available in this class. This event is in the "Adults" group Make It: Reusable Fabric Gift Bag 6:15pm–7:45pm Adults Elkridge Branch Full Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Full Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to make large and small reusable fabric gift bags you can use for any occasion. We provide the sewing machine, tools, and fabric for a project. You just need to show up and create! This event is in the "Children" group Fashion Monsters (grades 3-5) 6:30pm–7:00pm Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Grades 3-5. 30 min. Ticket required. Create your own fashion monster paper doll and design outfits and accessories! Tickets available at the children's desk 15 minutes This event is in the "Children" group Math Tales: Ages 8-10 (8-10 years) TK 6:30pm–7:15pm Children Savage Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Ages 8-10; 45 min. Ticket required. Explore mathematical concepts through stories, games, and hands-on activities while meeting new friends. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Adults" group In Other Worlds (Online SFF Book Club) - Movie Edition 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Online Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Zoom Workshop Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Welcome sci-fi & fantasy enthusiasts and other intrepid readers! Discuss a wide-array of Science Fiction and Fantasy movies (2nd Wednesdays) and books (4th Wednesdays) This event is in the "Adults" group Mystery Book Club (in-person) 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Savage Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Studio Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Analyze and discuss a wide array of mystery novels from sleuths to spies. 2nd Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 pm. Nov 12: The Guest List by Lucy Foley Dec 10: Death of a Spy by M.C. Beaton This event is in the "Adults" group Mystery Book Club (online) 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Online Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Analyze and discuss a wide array of mystery novels from sleuths to spies. 2nd Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 pm. Nov 12: The Guest List by Lucy Foley Dec 10: Death of a Spy by M.C. Beaton This event is in the "Adults" group The UnBook Reading Group 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Off Site Closed Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events Registration Required Event Details: The UnBook Reading Group This event is in the "Adults" group The UnBook Reading Group 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Off Site Open Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events Registration Required Event Details: The UnBook Reading Group	This event is in the "Children" group Page Turners Book Club (grades 4-5) 6:00pm–7:00pm Children Miller Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Open Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Miller Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Grades 4-5. 60 min. Registration required. Registration begins November 20. This event is in the "Adults" group Warning Graphic Content (Online) 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Online Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Adult Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels. 2nd Thursdays 6 - 7 pm. December 11 Monstress by Marjorie Liu This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group World Languages Cafe 6:00pm–7:45pm Teens, Adults Miller Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco Rooms Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, Culture & Language, Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch will host a monthly World Languages Café, beginning in September on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 6 - 7:45 pm. 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 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 Pajama Time (All Ages) TK 6:30pm–7:00pm Children Central Branch This event is in the "Children" group 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled SAT scoreback session 6:30pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Savage Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: DaVinci Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: College & Trade Schools, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: If you attended the practice digital SAT last Saturday, please attend this scoreback session to receive your scores, learn some tips and tricks from C2 Education and have the opportunity to ask questions as well. Parents/guardians welcome! This event is in the "Children" group Winter Clay Creations: A Two-Part Air Dry Clay Workshop (ages 6-12; ages 6-7 with adult) 6:30pm–7:15pm Children East Columbia Branch Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Full Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Children's Classroom (Lucille Clifton Rooms A/B) Age Group: Children Program Type: DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Ages 6-12; ages 6-7 with adult. 45 minutes. Registration required. This event is in the "Adults" group Thursday Next Book Club 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Elkridge Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Grist Mill Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: We will be discussing the novel, Tilt by Emma Pattee
7 pm			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 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.