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Registration is required. Registration dates vary. Due to high demand, please register for only one session.
There are 10 upcoming classes.
Teen Connect 2.0 - Upcycled Denim Organizers
Date: 04/29/24Time: 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. Limited space, first come first served.
Teen Connect 2.0! Based on you're feedback, we've redesigned Teen Connect! It will only 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. As always, we will still have our video gaming systems, board & card games, and community coloring supplies out as well.
THIS SESSION: Upcycled Denim organizers! Using left over denim parts to create a desktop or hanging organizer for homework or craft supplies. All materials supplied.
This session is part of HCLS' Earth Day Celebration series. Please click here for the complete schedule of classes and events.
FAM: Fun At Miller
Cookbook Corner at East Columbia Branch
Date: 05/15/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Community Events
Description:
Explore various culinary cuisines/chefs of the world. A new cuisine/chef every month. This month's cuisine is Korean. Pick-up any Korean cookbook at the library, cook some recipes and come have a culinary discussion.
Store bought food may be served.
This session is part of HCLS' AAPI Month series. Please click here for the complete schedule of classes and events.
Teen Chill Room: Stitch Meditation
Date: 06/12/24Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:
For high school students, but 11 & up are welcome | Walk-in only, no registration needed, feel free to register for a reminder.
Final exams stressing you out? Take a peaceful brain break in the Teen Chill Room, and return to studying feeling refreshed.
In this session, listening to calming sounds, unwind as you explore meditative stitching. The focus is not a finished product, instead, we are enjoying the process of stitching and honoring the imperfections that come out of this exercise. Supplies included.
{See all Teen Chill Room activities for Finals week at Miller HERE}
Finals are upon us - and HCLS is here to help! Click here to find a full schedule of Finals Week programs.
FAM
Master Gardener: Ecosystem Landscaping
Date: 06/12/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Gardening & Nature
Description:
Ecosystem Landscaping is the art of creating landscapes that are visually beautiful and that support biological diversity. Our pollinators, the basis of our food chain, need our help. Decline of pollinators and the ecosystems that support are in progress here and now in Howard County. Our gardening practices can reverse this trend. Come learn how your yard can contribute to ecosystem services and the survival of our native pollinators.
Songs of Freedom: Journey Along the Underground Railroad
Date: 06/20/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Adults, Everyone
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Harriet Tubman's story comes alive through traditional code songs, modern melodies, and authentic narration. Journey along the Underground Railroad with historian Linda Harris as she chronicles her annual charity walks through the lens of local African American history.
Linda Harris is the Director of Events and Programming at the Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center in Cambridge, MD. You can learn more about Linda Harris and the Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center here: harriettubmanmuseumcenter.org
Registration is optional. Register if you wish to receive email reminders and updates about this class. All seating is first-come, first-served.
This event is presented by the Savage Branch of the Howard County Library System, in partnership with Carroll Baldwin Hall, Savage's community center.
This event is part of our Juneteenth celebration series. Click here for related classes.
This event takes place at:
9035 Baltimore St
Savage, MD 20763
Kindergarten Here We Come! (Children entering kindergarten w/ adult) RG
Date: 08/07/24Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Early Learning
Description:
For children entering Kindergarten this fall, 60 minutes, registration required.
Children entering kindergarten in the fall will have fun with stories and activities. They even get to board a real school bus!
This class is cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS and Howard County Public School System.
Kindergarten Here We Come! (Children entering kindergarten w/ adult) RG
Date: 08/07/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Early Learning
Description:
For children, age 5, entering Kindergarten this fall, 60 minutes, registration required.
Children entering kindergarten in the fall will have fun with stories and activities. They even get to board a real school bus!
This class is cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS and Howard County Public School System.
Kindergarten Here We Come! (Children entering kindergarten w/ adult) RG
Date: 08/08/24Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Early Learning
Description:
For children, age 5, entering Kindergarten this fall, 60 minutes, registration required.
Children entering kindergarten in the fall will have fun with stories and activities. They even get to board a real school bus!
This class is cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS and Howard County Public School System.
Kindergarten Here We Come! (Children entering kindergarten w/ adult) RG
Date: 08/08/24Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Early Learning
Description:
For children, age 5, entering Kindergarten this fall, 60 minutes, registration required.
Children entering kindergarten in the fall will have fun with stories and activities. They even get to board a real school bus!
This class is cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS and Howard County Public School System.
Kindergarten Here We Come! (Children entering kindergarten w/ adult) RG
Date: 08/10/24Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Early Learning
Description:
For children, age 5, entering Kindergarten this fall, 60 minutes, registration required.
Children entering kindergarten in the fall will have fun with stories and activities. They even get to board a real school bus!
This class is cosponsored by Friends & Foundation of HCLS and Howard County Public School System.