There are 33 upcoming classes.
English Conversation Class
Date: 07/31/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7 - 8:30 pm
Bilingual Stories and Playtime (all ages with adult) TK
Date: 08/01/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, songs and rhymes. Followed by a playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
English Conversation Class (in-person)
Date: 08/07/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7 - 8 pm
Bilingual Stories and Playtime (all ages with adult) TK
Date: 08/08/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, songs and rhymes. Followed by a playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
World Languages Cafe
Date: 08/08/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch hosts a monthly World Languages Café, on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 7 - 8:45 pm.
Established by the Columbia Association’s International Exchange & Multicultural Program 10 years ago, the World Languages Café (WLC) provides a venue where people meet to practice a world language with fellow community members, facilitated by a native or fluent speaker of that language. Over the years, the WLC has featured languages including American Sign Language, Chinese Mandarin, Dutch, French, Hebrew, Irish Gaelic, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish.
Second Thursdays, 7 - 8:45 pm
The World Languages Café is free, and registration is preferred, but not required. Please indicate in the registration comments field the language you would like to practice. Ages 13+.
We are seeking language table hosts. If you are interested in connecting with community members by volunteering to host a table in the language of your choice at HCLS Miller Branch, please email [email protected] or call 410-924-2226.
Beyond Words for Adults
Date: 08/13/24Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Participants will journey through five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - where hands and hearts intertwine in activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination, fostering a sense of accomplishment
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - where puzzles and cognitive challenges become stepping stones to triumph, nurturing intellectual growth and problem-solving prowess
Movement - where active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Sensory - where calm, relaxation, and play combine to stimulate and regulate the senses to reduce anxiety and stress
With a new theme and different stations each month, Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Welcome to a place where every participant is celebrated for the unique colors they bring to the canvas of life.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for this month is Summer Olympics
English Conversation Class (in-person)
Date: 08/14/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7 - 8 pm
Bilingual Stories and Playtime (all ages with adult) TK
Date: 08/15/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, songs and rhymes. Followed by a playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Recipe Exchange: Vegan Delights
Date: 08/17/24Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Attention, Foodies! Do you find yourself looking for new creative ways to spice up your cooking repertoire? Searching for new tried-and-true recipes to add to your own skill set as well as easy, dependable recipes that your family will love?
For this Recipe Exchange, we’ll talk about vegan food, the ways to introduce more plant-based, delicious food in your diet, and expand your culinary horizons by trying something new. Spend an afternoon indulging your culinary curiosity with other foodies, and tasting some vegan treats!
Food will be provided for sampling.
Registration is optional. Register if you wish to receive email reminders and updates about this class and related events. All seating is first-come, first-served.
Family Trivia Night
Date: 08/19/24Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Ages: All. Put your thinking caps on and test your wits with entertaining and educational trivia questions for all ages. Team up with your loved ones, challenge your minds, and compete for exciting prizes while creating unforgettable memories together. Don't miss out on this opportunity to bond with your family and showcase your trivia skills in a lively and welcoming atmosphere!
Some of our special topics will include: Name that Animal, Majestic Musicals, and more!
Please register once, as a family/team.
Join us for fun for all ages!
Reads of Acceptance (Online)
Date: 08/19/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Discuss LGBTQ-related books and make new friends in a queer- & trans-affirming group setting. All identities and all ages (18+) are welcome.
Copies of the discussion title are available for pick-up from the Central Branch; ask for a copy at the Customer Service desk.
This month's discussion title will be Summer Sons by Lee Mandelo, a Southern Gothic with queer longing and dark mysteries.
Asian American Literature Book Club (Online)
Date: 08/19/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles.
- Mar 18 2024 The Last Story of Mina Lee by Nancy Jooyoun Kim
- Apr 15 2024 Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See
- May 20 2024 Mott Street by Ava Chin
- June 17 2024 The Parted Earth by Anjali Enjeti
- July 15 2024 Biting the Hand: Growing Up Asian in Black and White America by Julia Lee
- Aug. 19 2024 The Magical Language of Others by E. J. Koh
Registered customers should place a hold request on the title using their library card in order to receive a copy to read before the discussion.
Availability of physical copies is not guaranteed.
Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation with a link to join the class/event. This email will also contain the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
English Conversation Class (in-person)
Date: 08/21/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7 - 8 pm
Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch
Date: 08/22/24Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Participants will journey through five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - where hands and hearts intertwine in activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination, fostering a sense of accomplishment
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - where puzzles and cognitive challenges become stepping stones to triumph, nurturing intellectual growth and problem-solving prowess
Movement - where active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Education - where learning takes center stage featuring a focus on counting, letter/word recognition, basic math, or a science activity
With a new theme and different stations each month, Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Welcome to a place where every participant is celebrated for the unique colors they bring to the canvas of life.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for August is "Summer Olympics"
*Each location will offer the same number of stations, but activities will vary between branches
Bilingual Stories and Playtime (all ages with adult) TK
Date: 08/22/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, songs and rhymes. Followed by a playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
World Languages Cafe @ East Columbia 50+ Center (in person)
Date: 08/27/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
The World Languages Cafe is now being held at the new East Columbia 50+ Center; 6610 Cradlerock way, Columbia, Md. 21045
Established by the Columbia Association’s International Exchange & Multicultural Program 10 years ago, the World Languages Café (WLC) provides a venue where people meet to practice a world language with fellow community members, facilitated by a native or fluent speaker of that language. Over the years, the WLC has featured languages including Arabic, *American Sign Language, *Chinese, *Catonese, *Dutch, *French, German, Hebrew, *Irish Gaelic, *Italian, *Japanese, *Korean, *Portuguese, and *Spanish. (*Currently available at East Columbia Branch 50+ Center)
4th Tuesday of the month from 7 - 8:45 pm.
The World Languages Café is free, and registration is preferred, but not required. Please indicate in the registration comments field the language you would like to practice. Ages 13+.
We are also seeking language table hosts. If you are interested in connecting with community members by volunteering to host a table in the language of your choice at HCLS Miller Branch, or East Columbia Branch, please email [email protected] or call 410-924-2226.
Teen Beyond Words
Date: 08/28/24Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Teen Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Participants will journey through five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - where hands and hearts intertwine in activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination, fostering a sense of accomplishment
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - where puzzles and cognitive challenges become stepping stones to triumph, nurturing intellectual growth and problem-solving prowess
Movement - where active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Sensory - where calm, relaxation, and play combine to stimulate and regulate the senses to reduce anxiety and stress
With a new theme and different stations each month, Teen Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Welcome to a place where every participant is celebrated for the unique colors they bring to the canvas of life.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for this month is Summer Fun
FAM: Fun at Miller
English Conversation Class (in-person)
Date: 08/28/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7 - 8 pm
Films with Humans
Date: 08/29/24Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Please join us for this new quarterly series wherein we will watch films about humans, since all great stories involve great characters, and then we'll discuss them with our fellow humans.
We meet on every fifth Thursday (approximately every three months) at the Elkridge Branch.
The movies are available on DVD from the library collection or via Kanopy streaming service. You can watch the movie at the library with us on Aug 29, or watch it on your own in advance and then attend the discussion (that will take place after the screening) with your fellow humans, facilitated by library instructors.
Aug 29: The Monk and the Gun
"A droll political satire set in the year 2006 as the Kingdom of Bhutan transitions towards becoming the world’s youngest democracy."
Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation.
For questions, please email [email protected] or [email protected].
Bilingual Stories and Playtime (all ages with adult) TK
Date: 08/29/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, songs and rhymes. Followed by a playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
English Conversation Class (in-person)
Date: 09/04/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7 - 8:30 pm
Bilingual Stories and Playtime (all ages with adult) TK
Date: 09/05/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, songs and rhymes. Followed by a playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Korean for Beginners
Date: 09/09/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Learn the Korean alphabet, culture, food, and basic Korean expressions while you have fun in a small group setting. Adults, ages 18+.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
English Conversation Class (in-person)
Date: 09/11/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7 - 8:30 pm
Bilingual Stories and Playtime (all ages with adult) TK
Date: 09/12/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, songs and rhymes. Followed by a playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
World Languages Cafe
Date: 09/12/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch hosts a monthly World Languages Café, on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 7 - 8:45 pm.
Established by the Columbia Association’s International Exchange & Multicultural Program 10 years ago, the World Languages Café (WLC) provides a venue where people meet to practice a world language with fellow community members, facilitated by a native or fluent speaker of that language. Over the years, the WLC has featured languages including American Sign Language, Chinese Mandarin, Dutch, French, Hebrew, Irish Gaelic, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish.
Second Thursdays, 7 - 8:45 pm
The World Languages Café is free, and registration is preferred, but not required. Please indicate in the registration comments field the language you would like to practice. Ages 13+.
We are also seeking language table hosts. If you are interested in connecting with community members by volunteering to host a table in the language of your choice at HCLS Miller Branch, please email [email protected] or call 410-924-2226.
Reads of Acceptance (Online)
Date: 09/16/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Discuss LGBTQ-related books and make new friends in a queer- & trans-affirming group setting. All identities and all ages (18+) are welcome.
Copies of the discussion title are available for pick-up from the Central Branch; ask for a copy at the Customer Service desk.
This month's book will be The Mirror Season by Anna-Marie McLemore. [Content warning: sexual assault]
Korean for Beginners
Date: 09/16/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Learn the Korean alphabet, culture, food, and basic Korean expressions while you have fun in a small group setting. Adults, ages 18+.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
English Conversation Class (in-person)
Date: 09/18/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7 - 8:30 pm
The Bauder Lecture with Elizabeth Acevedo
Date: 09/19/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Bestselling author and National Book Award winner Elizabeth Acevedo is the guest author for the 2024 Bauder Lecture at Howard Community College.
Acevedo is the New York Times bestselling author of The Poet X which won the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, the Michael L. Printz Award, the Pura Belpré Award, the Carnegie medal, the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award, and the Walter Award.
The Bauder Lecture by Howard Community College is made possible by a generous grant from Dr. Lillian Bauder, a community leader and Columbia resident. Aftershocks was selected by The Howard County Book Connection committee, which is a partnership of Howard Community College, Howard County Poetry and Literature Society, and Howard County Library System.
Registration is not required and all seating is first come, first served. If you would like to receive email reminders about this event, please register with an email address below.
Bilingual Stories and Playtime (all ages with adult) TK
Date: 09/19/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, songs and rhymes. Followed by a playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Korean for Beginners
Date: 09/23/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Learn the Korean alphabet, culture, food, and basic Korean expressions while you have fun in a small group setting. Adults, ages 18+.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
Viva Frida! (ages 7-11) TK
Date: 09/24/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Ages 7-11; 45 min. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is known for her self portraits, pain and passion, and her bright and bold colors. Learn about Frida's life, participate in an art scavenger hunt, and make an your own interpretation of her paintings.
This is part of HCLS' Hispanic Heritage Month series. Click here for the full schedule of classes and events for all ages.