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 (1/18)	Mon (1/19)	Tue (1/20)	Wed (1/21)	Thu (1/22)	Fri (1/23)	Sat (1/24)
All Day		Closing Library Closed - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - 2026 All Day All Branches Branches: Central Branch, East Columbia Branch, Elkridge Branch, Glenwood Branch, Miller Branch, Savage Branch, Administrative Branch, Mobile Branch, Online Branch, Off Site, Z - Archived Spaces Description: All branches will be closed Monday, January 19 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
9 am			This event is in the "Children" group 3, 2, Fun! (ages 2-3, 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 3, 2, Fun Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group Play Partners (infant-23 months) TK 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.	Closing PDD Savage 9:00am–8:00pm Savage Branch Branches: Savage Branch Description: Closed for Professional Development at Savage. 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 (ages 18-35 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 Time for Us Ages 18-35 months with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Toddlers gain coordination and control when using small and large muscles through stories, music, movement, fingerplays, rhyme, and playtime activities. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group Play Partners (infant - 23 months, with adult) 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 All Together Now (All Ages) 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 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 "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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department 10:00am–4:00pm Teens, Adults Central Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Central Branch Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness Event Details: Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department This event is in the "Children" group 3, 2, Fun! (ages 2-3, with adult) 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 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 All Together Now (All ages) 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: All Together Now All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class. This event is in the "Children" group 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 "Children" group Play Partners (infant-23 months) 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 Play Partners Ages infant - 23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required. Infants and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group 3 2 Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK 10:30am–11:00am Children 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 (ages 18-35 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 Time for Us Ages 18-35 months with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Toddlers gain coordination and control when using small and large muscles through stories, music, movement, fingerplays, rhyme, and playtime activities. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Children" group 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: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace 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 3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 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: Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. This event is in the "Children" group 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 "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 Bilingual All Together Now Spanish/English (All Ages) 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 Event Details: All ages with adult; 30 min. This event is in the "Children" group Little Learners Storybook Friends (ages 2-5 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: 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 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 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 "Children" group Little Learners: 15-Minute Stories (ages 2-5) 10:15am–10:30am 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: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning Event Details: Ages 2-5. 15 minutes. Ticket required. A bite-sized class for children ages 2-5 with adult. Children will listen to a story, learn socialization skills, and complete a related craft. 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 All Together Now (All Ages) 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 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. 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 Toddler Time (ages 6-24 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: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning Event Details: Ages 6-24 months, with adult. 30 min. Ticket required. Play with toys, meet new friends, enjoy music, and develop cognitive, motor and social skills. This event is in the "Children" group Little Learners: 15-Minute Stories (ages 2-5) 10:45am–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: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Early Learning Event Details: Ages 2-5. 15 minutes. Ticket required. A bite-sized class for children ages 2-5 with adult. Children will listen to a story, learn socialization skills, and complete a related craft.
11 am			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: DIY & Makerspace 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 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.
12 pm			This event is in the "Children" group Hatchlings: New Baby & Me (Newborn-6 months with adult) RG 12:00pm–12:45pm Children Savage Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Open Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Albert Einstein Classroom 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 "Adults" group Craft Works: Wellness Luminary Jars 12:30pm–1:30pm Adults Central Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Let your creativity shine in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Join us every month to learn about different art media and explore new techniques.		This event is in the "Teens" group Midterm Study Space 12:00pm–7:45pm Teens Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens Event Details: Study space set aside for High School students studying for midterms.
1 pm	This event is in the "Teens" group Midterm Study Space 1:00pm–4:15pm Teens Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Studio B Age Group: Teens Event Details: Study space set aside for High School students studying for midterms.			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 "Teens" group Your First Paycheck and Smart Spending Habits 1:00pm–2:30pm Teens Savage Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Upcoming Library Branch: Savage Branch Room: Studio Classroom Age Group: Teens Program Type: Career, Business & Finance Registration Required Event Details: Join a financial counseling educator from MakingChange Inc to learn about: This event is in the "Teens" group The 3rd Annual (Hunger Games) Elkridge Teen Live! 1:30pm–4:00pm Teens Elkridge Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Upcoming Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: Elkridge Other Location Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games! Registration Required Event Details: A Capitol Announcement: All teens ages 11–18 are hereby summoned to report to the Elkridge Branch on January 22 for the annual Reaping Day Celebration.		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Howard County Seed Drive 1:00pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults, Everyone Miller Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Upcoming Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott/ Patapsco/ Avalon Rooms Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Gardening & Nature Registration Required Event Details: What can gardeners do in the cold of winter when the ground is frozen? Dig into sustainable gardening and help stock our community Seed Library!
2 pm			This event is in the "Children" group Little Learners Bingo (ages 2-5 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: 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 All By Myself (ages 4-6) 2:00pm–2:30pm 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 by Myself Ages 4-6; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers go to class on their own. They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories. They may also learn about shapes and numbers, use scissors, draw and write, make guesses about what is going to happen, learn about the world, and be creative. Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class. 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 Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library (Ages 9-11) 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: Crafts, Fun & Games!, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: Can you solve Mr. Lemoncello's puzzles to prove all you know about the library? Ages 9-11, TK. 45 minutes This event is in the "Children" group Snowmen at Night (ages 4 & up, with adult) 2:00pm–2:45pm 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: Ages 4 & up, with adult. 45 min. Ticket required. Ho. Co. schools close 3 hours early. Have you wondered what snowmen do at night? Find out and make yourself a unique snowman.
3 pm			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 "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 "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 "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 "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
4 pm			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Midterm Relax Room with Dogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Teens, Adults Glenwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Glenwood Branch Room: Pindell Room Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Need a stress-relief from studying for midterms? Therapy dog(s) from Pets on Wheels will be at the Glenwood Branch for friendly visits with customers. High school students take priority, but all are welcome as the limited space allows.	This event is in the "Children" group Black-Eyed Susan Chapter Book Club (Grades 3-5) RG 4:30pm–5:30pm Children Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Closed Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Central Children's Classroom Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Grades 3-5. 60 minutes. RG, registered. This event is in the "Children" group Black-Eyed Susan Picture Book Club (Grades K5-3rd) RG 4:30pm–5:30pm Children Central Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Closed Library Branch: Central Branch Room: Maxine White Warfield Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Students who are ages 5-9 and in grades Kindergarten-3rd. 60 minutes. RG, Registered.
5 pm			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 "Children" group Knitting Looms (8-11 years) TK 5:30pm–6:30pm 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! Event Details: Ages 8-11; 60 min. Ticket required. Follow directions and practice patience to craft with circular looms. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.	This event is in the "Adults" group Writing Your Story (3 Part Series) 5:30pm–6:30pm Adults Central Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Culture & Language Registration Required Event Details: In this three week program, we will work on our own stories together, setting goals and learning about what makes for powerful stories. We will discuss openings, plot, character, and revision together.
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Craft Works: Wellness Luminary Jars 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Central Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Central Branch Room: CEN Studio Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Let your creativity shine in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Join us every month to learn about different art media and explore new techniques. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Charm Jewelry 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Elkridge Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Elkridge Branch Room: DIY Design Studio Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Enjoy a relaxing evening of crafting and create unique jewelry pieces to keep or give as gifts. 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 Who's at the Zoo: Winter Edition (all ages) 6:30pm–7:15pm Children Miller Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Tech Skills or STEAM Event Details: All ages. 45 min. Ticket required. Learn about a different species each week. Develop an understanding of each animal's special cold weather adaptations through hands-on stations and exploration. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Chess Club 6:30pm–7:30pm 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 Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Avalon Room Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Looking to sharpen your chess skills? Come drop in and challenge new opponents! All skill levels and ages are welcome. Note: Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. This event is in the "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 "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 "Teens" group Teen Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch (Ages 11-21) 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens East Columbia Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Upcoming Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: ECO Studio C/ Studio D/ Studio E Age Group: Teens Program Type: Race, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: For Teens Ages 11-21 with learning/developmental disabilities. Come and participate at 5 different activity stations. This month’s theme: WEATHER Registration is required. This event is in the "Teens" group Teen D&D Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens Miller Branch This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Avalon Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Fun & Games! Event Details: Due to its popularity, we will cap the number of players at a maximum of 20 on a first come, first served basis. Doors open 15 minutes before game time. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Introduction to 3D Printing Using MakerBot 6:15pm–7:30pm 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 A Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to use 3D printing to create designs for fabrication on the Makerspace Makerbot Method x3D printer. This event is in the "Adults" group Cookbook corner at East Columbia Branch 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults East Columbia Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: East Columbia Branch Room: Marvin Thomas Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Events Registration Required Event Details: Explore various culinary cuisines/chefs of the world. A new cuisine/chef every month. This month's cuisine is Southwestern. This event is in the "Adults" group Nonfiction Book Club (online) 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Online Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections. This event is in the "Adults" group Bas Bleu Book Discussion Group 6:45pm–7:45pm Adults Miller Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Patapsco Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Bas Bleu, French for “bluestocking,” refers to an intellectual or literary woman. We read a variety of literary fiction, and all are welcome – not just bluestockings! Join us for a discussion of the following books:	This event is in the "Adults" group Under the KANOPY 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Miller Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Miller Branch Room: Ellicott Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Culture & Language, Tech Skills or STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Discover Kanopy: Stream Films with Your Library Card Join us for a hands-on session where you'll learn how to access thousands of award-winning films, documentaries, and educational videos through Kanopy—free with your lib 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 "Children" group Snowmen at Night (ages 4 & up, with adult) 6:30pm–7:15pm 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: Ages 4 & up, with adult. 45 min. Ticket required. Have you wondered what snowmen do at night? Find out and make yourself a unique snowman. Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Shall Not be Denied or Abridged: The Right to Vote in America 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Online Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Online Branch Room: Terrapin Online Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author & Literary Events, Book Clubs, Community Events, History & Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: