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There are 27 upcoming classes.
On View: Choosing to Participate
Date: 10/31/24Time: 12:00am - 12:00am
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Us or Them?
Upstander or Bystander?Join the Conversation!
This poster exhibit encourages dialogue, engagement and respect in our communities. Let's build a stronger, kinder community --together!
Developed by Facing History and Ourselves and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibit Service. Local context added by Howard County Library System.
We invite you to register for a session of the Bystander Intervention and Cultural Awareness Training offered by Howard County Department of Human Rights and Equity. Learn how to protect the humanity of those being harassed due to race/ethnicity, religion, gender, etc. around you. Participants will receive certification at the end of the session.Click on the links below to register for your preferred session.
English As A Second Language Beginning to Low Intermediate Levels (Online)
Date: 10/31/24Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Adult English Classes
Description:
Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at [email protected] today!
This class is for adult English language learners from beginning to low intermediate levels. It meets online on Tue. & Thur. 10am-12pm. If you're new to this program, you will receive an email invitation to attend an orientation. This orientation is required for all participants. Email [email protected].
English for Beginning Language Learners - Adult (In-Person)
Date: 10/31/24Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Adult English Classes
Description:
Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at [email protected] today!
This class an in-person class designed for beginning English language learners who wish to improve their English reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. The class meets in HCLS Central Branch on Tue. and Thur. You'll receive an email invitation to attend an orientation first. This orientation is required for all participants. Email [email protected] for more information.
Pins and Needles
Date: 10/31/24Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: DIY & Makerspace
Description:
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.
Halloween Stories & Costume Parade (families) TK
Date: 10/31/24Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Early Learning
Description:
Families; 45 min. Ticket required.
Listen to stories to celebrate this eerie day, then show off your costume in a parade around the library!
10:15 am-10:45 am: Halloween Stories
10:45 am - 11 am: Costume Parade
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Not-So-Scary Stories and Costume Parade (Families) TK
Date: 10/31/24Time: 10:30am - 11:15am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Description:
Families. 45 minutes. Tickets required. Ticket available 15 minutes before class.
Bats, frogs, monsters, and.....terrifying kittens? Come out and listen to some not-so-scary stories to celebrate the fall season, then show off your costumes in a parade around the library! Finish with a fun monster craft.
*This class is in partnership with the Elkridge 50+ Center.
Conservation Conversation: African Penguin (ages 6 and up; ages 6-7 with adult) TK
Date: 10/31/24Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children, Teens
Program type: Art, Movies & Music
Description:
Conservation Conversation: African Penguin
Ages 6 & up. 30 min. Ticket required.
Discover how the Maryland Zoo is protecting the African Penguin both here at the Zoo and
in South Africa. Presented by The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore.
Tickets available 15 minutes prior to class.
Veterans: Visit with a Social Worker from the Baltimore VA Community Resource & Referral Center (CRRC)
Date: 10/31/24Time: 10:30am - 1:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:
Veterans: drop in to meet with a Social Worker for the Baltimore Veterans Administration Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC), ask questions, seek support, and get information on the services provided at the CRRC in Baltimore. These services include but are not limited to:
- Connections to housing resources for Veterans struggling with homelessness or facing potential eviction.
- Mental Health Services
- Food Pantry
- Clothing Closet/Boutique
- Free Lunches
- Laundry Room
- Showers
Social Workers are available at the Central Branch on the 2nd Monday of the month from 10:30 am - 1 pm.
Starting in October 2024, Social Workers will be available at the Savage Branch on the last Thursday of the month from 10:30 am - 1 pm.
Costume Parade! [families]
Date: 10/31/24Time: 11:00am - 11:15am
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Description:
Families. 15 min.
Show off your costume finery in a parade around the library!
Costume Parade (Families) Drop-In
Date: 10/31/24Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Everyone
Program type: Art, Movies & Music
Description:
Show off your creative costumes in a parade around the library!
Separating Business and Personal Finance
Date: 10/31/24Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Career, Business & Finance
Description:
Learn the whys and hows of separating your business and personal finances. Discover valuable resources and tools to set you and your business up for success.
Presented by Lissett Johnson, Assistant Vice President - Financial Inclusion Leader, Truist Bank
Halloween Stories & Costume Parade (families) TK
Date: 10/31/24Time: 11:30am - 12:15pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Early Learning
Description:
Families; 45 min. Ticket required.
Listen to stories to celebrate this eerie day, then show off your costume in a parade around the library!
11:30 am-12 pm: Halloween Stories
12 pm - 12:15 pm: Costume Parade
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Oak Hill Cemetery Legends and Lore
Date: 10/31/24Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
From confederate spies to union generals, educators to architects, Civil War to Cold War, Oak Hill Cemetery holds some of DC's most notable (or notorious) names. Start your Halloween celebration before sundown as we recount tales of some who use Oak Hill as their final resting place.
Presented in partnership with Off The Mall Walking Tours.
Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation. You will receive the link to the online class in the confirmation email. If you prefer to call in by phone, please register for the class online and then email [email protected] to request the dial-in information at least 1 business day in advance.
Speaking & Listening For English Language Learners - Adult (Online)
Date: 10/31/24Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Adult English Classes
Description:
Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at [email protected] today!
This class is designed for adult English language learners. Practice speaking skills in a supportive environment. Students read one short story each week and discuss it in class. Plenty of opportunities are provided to practice both speaking and listening as the class analyzes the stories for content, themes, and vocabulary. You'll receive an email invitation to attend an orientation first. This orientation is required for all participants. Email [email protected] for more information.
Hold for teen group
Date: 10/31/24Time: 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group:
Description:
Halloween Movie and Crafts (part 1)
Date: 10/31/24Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Description:
Chill on Halloween with your friends while watching a movie, eating snacks and making creepy crafts!
Hocus-Pocus Slime Science (ages 6+ w/adult) TK
Date: 10/31/24Time: 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6+ w/adult; 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Come explore the science of chemistry as we brew up some fiendishly fun slime for Halloween.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
This class is part of the Maryland STEM Festival.
Owl Exploration (Ages 7-11 TK)
Date: 10/31/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Whoooo knows what an owl eats? Dissect an owl pellet to find out! Explore other aspects of the life of an owl through other fun activities.
This class is part of the Maryland STEM Festival.
Ukulele Monster Jam! [ages 7 and up with adult] TK
Date: 10/31/24Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Art, Movies & Music
Description:
Ages 7 and up with adult. 60 min. Ticket required.
Join us for a spine-tingling good time playing the ukulele! Bring your own or borrow one of ours. Other simple instruments will be provided if you just want to play them and sing along.
Tickets available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Halloween Movie and Crafts (part 2)
Date: 10/31/24Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Description:
Chill on Halloween with your friends while watching a movie, eating snacks and making creepy crafts!
Teen Connect - Make Fluffy Slime
Date: 10/31/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 11-18 | Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder.
Teen Connect will be on Mondays and Thursdays on full school days from 6-7 pm. Each one will feature a specific mini-class or activity and offer a chance to connect with other like-minded teens.
THIS SESSION: Fluffy Slime
Prepare to get messy! Learn to make stretchy, colorful, fluffy slime using glue, shaving cream, activator, and instant snow. You may take home what you make.
15 students maximum. First come, first served. Registering for a reminder does NOT guarantee you a seat!
FAM: Fun At Miller
Halloween Stickers for Teens
Date: 10/31/24Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the Cricut machine to create seasonal stickers to get into the autumnal spirit! Learn or practice your tech skills with the Cricut design space. All supplies provided for the class.
This class is part of the 2024 Maryland STEM Festival.
English for Beginning Language Learners - Adult (In-Person)
Date: 10/31/24Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Adult English Classes
Description:
Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at [email protected] today!
This class an in-person class designed for beginning English language learners who wish to improve their English reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. The class meets in HCLS Central Branch on Thur. You'll receive an email invitation to attend an orientation first. This orientation is required for all participants. Email [email protected] for more information.
Pajama Time (all ages) TK
Date: 10/31/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Description:
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
English Conversation Club
Date: 10/31/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Culture & Language
Description:
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 and fun way. Participants will receive help with vocabulary, idioms, pronunciation, and other practical subjects in daily life.
This free program is hosted by HCLS Savage Branch Library and facilitated by staff of Howard Community College and volunteers. The Club will meet weekly on Thursdys 7-8pm. No registration required.
El club de conversación de inglés les prove una oportunidad para los estudiantes adultos a escuchar y hablar el inglés, además de aprender sobre varios aspectos culturales en un ambiente agradable y relajado. Los participantes recibirán ayuda en los campos de vocabulario, modismos, pronunciación y otros temas prácticos de la vida cotidiana.
Este programa gratuito lo ofrece la biblioteca de Savage, parte del sistema de bibliotecas del condado de Howard, y lo administra voluntarios de la comunidad. El club se reúne semanalmente los jueves de 7 a 8 de la noche. No se require ninguna inscripción.
English As A Second Language High Intermediate to Advanced Levels (Online)
Date: 10/31/24Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Adult English Classes
Description:
Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at [email protected] today!
This class is for adult English language learners from high intermediate to advanced levels. It meets online on Tue. & Thur. 7-9pm. If you're new to this program, you will receive an email invitation to attend an orientation. This orientation is required for all participants. Email [email protected].
Speaking & Listening For English Language Learners - Adult (Online)
Date: 10/31/24Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Adult English Classes
Description:
Our classes are full through November, but you can enroll for the January semester now. Secure your seat by emailing us at [email protected] today!
This class is designed for adult English language learners. Practice speaking skills in a supportive environment. Students read one short story each week and discuss it in class. Plenty of opportunities are provided to practice both speaking and listening as the class analyzes the stories for content, themes, and vocabulary. You'll receive an email invitation to attend an orientation first. This orientation is required for all participants. Email [email protected] for more information.
