There are 31 upcoming classes.
SIGNA Visual Art Exhibition
Date: 01/23/21Time: 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Join us for SIGNA’s first virtual art exhibition, Response to COVID-19, showcasing the art of several Howard County students.
Presented by SIGNA USA in partnership with the Howard County Library System, Response to COVID-19 showcases how high school students have reacted to the pandemic. The works revolve around ideas of social distancing, community, isolation, and hopes for the future. SIGNA is co-hosting this exhibition to provide students a way to display their work during a time when social and artistic opportunities are limited. Learn more at https://www.signausa.com/.
Virtual ZOOmobile LIVE: Creature Cuisines (online)
Date: 01/23/21Time: 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), All Ages / Families
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-10 and family. 30 minutes. Registration required.
Creature Cuisines
Let's discuss the differences between herbivores, omnivores, and carnivores!
Join The Maryland Zoo for a live, Virtual ZOOmobile Program! During this 30-minute presentation, Zoo Educators will lead an interactive activity designed for school-age children. Children will then have a chance to meet three of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors! This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council.
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 as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
If the Maryland Zoo closes due to inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and rescheduled for a later date. Please take a look at other sessions throughout the month.
Tech Time Online
Date: 01/26/21Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Curious about Library Tech? Join us for Tech Time Online! This session will focus on answering questions about new devices and setting up devices with library e-resources such as Overdrive/Libby, CloudLibrary, Hoopla, or any other HCLS provided e-resource. Bring your issues to us and we will find solutions together!
If you have a specific query please enter it in the notes field when you register.
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.
Crazy Concoctions: Ice Cream in a Bag (online)
Date: 01/27/21Time: 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-10. 30 min. Registration required.
Enjoy this fun and tasty science experiment and learn how properties of matter can change if we change the temperature of some objects.
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you miss this class, past classes are posted on the Howard County Library System YouTube channel Playlists. [Here is the link for you to hyperlink the text: https://www.youtube.com/user/howardcountylibrary/playlists]
Virtual ZOOmobile LIVE: Sensory Safari (online)
Date: 01/29/21Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 and family. 30 minutes. Registration required.
Sensory Safari
Join The Maryland Zoo for a live, Virtual ZOOmobile Program! During this 30-minute presentation, Zoo Educators will lead an interactive activity designed for preschool-age children. Children will then have a chance to meet three of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors! This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council.
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 as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
If the Maryland Zoo closes due to inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and rescheduled for a later date. Please take a look at other sessions throughout the month.
LEGO™ Engineering Challenge (Online)
Date: 01/29/21Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Calling all LEGO™ blocks fans! Each week watch a brief video to receive new challenges, then create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks. Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online class. Designed for ages 9 & up. Any age may register.
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you have any follow up questions please email [email protected]
STEAM Saturday (Online)
Date: 01/30/21Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-10. Registration required. 20 - 30 minutes.
STEAM Saturday
Explore topics in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Join us for fun, quick and easy activities and book suggestions that support learning and reading!
Class #4: Hot Chocolate Science and Fun
Prerecorded Class
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you have any follow up questions please email [email protected]
Virtual Conservation Conversation with The Maryland Zoo: Panamanian Golden Frogs
Date: 01/30/21Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Join us for a live, interactive virtual presentation with the Maryland Zoo! During this 30-minute presentation, teens and adults will learn about one of the Zoo's Signature Animal Programs (SAPs) - Panamanian Golden Frogs. Discover how The Maryland Zoo ties exceptional in-house husbandry, medical care, research, and education programs to conservation action in the field. This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council. This is part of a series of interactive virtual presentations with The Maryland Zoo. The dates, times, and SAPs are as follows:
Saturday, January 30 at 11 - 11:30 am Virtual Zoomobile: Panamanian Golden Frogs
Tuesday, February 23 from 1:30 - 2 pm - Virtual ZOOmobile: Chimpanzees
Wednesday, March 24 from 1:30 - 2 pm - Virtual ZOOmobile: African Penguins
Tuesday, April 20 from 3:30 - 4 pm - Virtual ZOOmobile: Polar Bears
Virtual ZOOmobile LIVE: Waddle & Wiggle (online)
Date: 02/11/21Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 and family. 30 minutes. Registration required.
Waddle & Wiggle
Join The Maryland Zoo for a live, Virtual ZOOmobile Program! During this 30-minute presentation, Zoo Educators will lead an interactive activity designed for preschool-age children. Children will then have a chance to meet three of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors! This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council.
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 as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
If the Maryland Zoo closes due to inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and rescheduled for a later date. Please take a look at other sessions throughout the month.
LEGO™ Engineering Challenge (Online)
Date: 02/12/21Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Calling all LEGO™ blocks fans! Each week watch a brief video to receive new challenges, then create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks. Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online class. Designed for ages 9 & up. Any age may register.
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you have any follow up questions please email [email protected]
STEAM Saturday (Online)
Date: 02/13/21Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-10. Registration required. 20 - 30 minutes.
STEAM Saturday
Explore topics in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Join us for fun, quick and easy activities and book suggestions that support learning and reading!
Class #5: Snow
Prerecorded Class
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you have any follow up questions please email [email protected]
Virtual ZOOmobile LIVE: Habitat Happenings (online)
Date: 02/13/21Time: 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), All Ages / Families
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-10 and family. 30 minutes. Registration required.
Habitat Happenings
Let's meet animals from 3 different habitats and talk about how they find their food, water, and shelter.
Join The Maryland Zoo for a live, Virtual ZOOmobile Program! During this 30-minute presentation, Zoo Educators will lead an interactive activity designed for school-age children. Children will then have a chance to meet three of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors! This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council.
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 as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
If the Maryland Zoo closes due to inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and rescheduled for a later date. Please take a look at other sessions throughout the month.
Virtual Conservation Conversation with The Maryland Zoo: Chimpanzees
Date: 02/23/21Time: 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Join us for a live, interactive virtual presentation with The Maryland Zoo! During this 30-minute presentation, teens and adults will learn about one of the Zoo's Signature Animal Programs (SAPs) - Chimpanzees. Discover how The Maryland Zoo ties exceptional in-house husbandry, medical care, research, and education programs to conservation action in the field. This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council. This is part of a series of interactive virtual presentations with The Maryland Zoo. The dates, times, and SAPs are as follows:
Tuesday, February 23 from 1:30 - 2 pm - Virtual ZOOmobile: Chimpanzees
Wednesday, March 24 from 1:30 - 2 pm - Virtual ZOOmobile: African Penguins
Tuesday, April 20 from 3:30 - 4 pm - Virtual ZOOmobile: Polar Bears
Crazy Concoctions: Oobleck (online)
Date: 02/24/21Time: 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-10. 30 min. Registration required.
What is it? Can something be a solid and a liquid? Explore making this Non-Newtonian fluid that changes matter under pressure. It's super fun goop!
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you miss this class, past classes are posted on the Howard County Library System YouTube channel Playlists. [Here is the link for you to hyperlink the text: https://www.youtube.com/user/howardcountylibrary/playlists]
Virtual ZOOmobile LIVE: One, Two, Who's at the Zoo? (online)
Date: 02/25/21Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 and family. 30 minutes. Registration required.
One, Two, Who's at the Zoo?
Join The Maryland Zoo for a live, Virtual ZOOmobile Program! During this 30-minute presentation, Zoo Educators will lead an interactive activity designed for preschool-age children. Children will then have a chance to meet three of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors! This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council.
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 as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
If the Maryland Zoo closes due to inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and rescheduled for a later date. Please take a look at other sessions throughout the month.
LEGO™ Engineering Challenge (Online)
Date: 02/26/21Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Calling all LEGO™ blocks fans! Each week watch a brief video to receive new challenges, then create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks. Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online class. Designed for ages 9 & up. Any age may register.
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you have any follow up questions please email [email protected]
STEAM Saturday (Online)
Date: 02/27/21Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-10. Registration required. 20 - 30 minutes.
STEAM Saturday
Explore topics in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Join us for fun, quick and easy activities and book suggestions that support learning and reading!
Class #6: TBD
Prerecorded Class
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you have any follow up questions please email [email protected]
Virtual ZOOmobile LIVE: ABC Mystery (online)
Date: 03/05/21Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 and family. 30 minutes. Registration required.
ABC Mystery
Join The Maryland Zoo for a live, Virtual ZOOmobile Program! During this 30-minute presentation, Zoo Educators will lead an interactive activity designed for preschool-age children. Children will then have a chance to meet three of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors! This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council.
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 as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
If the Maryland Zoo closes due to inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and rescheduled for a later date. Please take a look at other sessions throughout the month.
LEGO™ Engineering Challenge (Online)
Date: 03/12/21Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Calling all LEGO™ blocks fans! Each week watch a brief video to receive new challenges, then create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks. Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online class. Designed for ages 9 & up. Any age may register.
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you have any follow up questions please email [email protected]
Virtual ZOOmobile LIVE: (online)
Date: 03/19/21Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 and family. 30 minutes. Registration required.
Join The Maryland Zoo for a live, Virtual ZOOmobile Program! During this 30-minute presentation, Zoo Educators will lead an interactive activity designed for preschool-age children. Children will then have a chance to meet three of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors! This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council.
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 as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
If the Maryland Zoo closes due to inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and rescheduled for a later date. Please take a look at other sessions throughout the month.
Virtual ZOOmobile LIVE: Night Shift (online)
Date: 03/20/21Time: 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), All Ages / Families
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-10 and family. 30 minutes. Registration required.
Night Shift
Let's meet nocturnal animals.
Join The Maryland Zoo for a live, Virtual ZOOmobile Program! During this 30-minute presentation, Zoo Educators will lead an interactive activity designed for school-age children. Children will then have a chance to meet three of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors! This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council.
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 as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
If the Maryland Zoo closes due to inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and rescheduled for a later date. Please take a look at other sessions throughout the month.
Virtual Conservation Conversation with The Maryland Zoo: African Penguins
Date: 03/24/21Time: 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Join us for a live, interactive virtual presentation with The Maryland Zoo! During this 30-minute presentation, teens and adults will learn about one of the Zoo's Signature Animal Programs (SAPs) - African Penguins. Discover how The Maryland Zoo ties exceptional in-house husbandry, medical care, research, and education programs to conservation action in the field. This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council. This part of a series of interactive virtual presentations with The Maryland Zoo. The dates, times, and SAPs are as follows:
Wednesday, March 24 from 1:30 - 2 pm - Virtual ZOOmobile: African Penguins
Tuesday, April 20 from 3:30 - 4 pm - Virtual ZOOmobile: Polar Bears
LEGO™ Engineering Challenge (Online)
Date: 03/26/21Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Calling all LEGO™ blocks fans! Each week watch a brief video to receive new challenges, then create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks. Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online class. Designed for ages 9 & up. Any age may register.
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you have any follow up questions please email [email protected]
Virtual ZOOmobile LIVE: Big Book of Animal Tales (online)
Date: 04/01/21Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 and family. 30 minutes. Registration required.
The Big Book of Animal Tales
Join The Maryland Zoo for a live, Virtual ZOOmobile Program! During this 30-minute presentation, Zoo Educators will lead an interactive activity designed for preschool-age children. Children will then have a chance to meet three of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors! This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council.
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 as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
If the Maryland Zoo closes due to inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and rescheduled for a later date. Please take a look at other sessions throughout the month.
LEGO™ Engineering Challenge (Online)
Date: 04/09/21Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Calling all LEGO™ blocks fans! Each week watch a brief video to receive new challenges, then create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks. Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online class. Designed for ages 9 & up. Any age may register.
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you have any follow up questions please email [email protected]
Virtual ZOOmobile LIVE: Fur, Feathers, & Scales (online)
Date: 04/17/21Time: 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), All Ages / Families
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-10 and family. 30 minutes. Registration required.
Fur, Feathers, & Scales
Let's discuss the differences between birds, mammals and reptiles.
Join The Maryland Zoo for a live, Virtual ZOOmobile Program! During this 30-minute presentation, Zoo Educators will lead an interactive activity designed for school-age children. Children will then have a chance to meet three of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors! This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council.
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 as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
If the Maryland Zoo closes due to inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and rescheduled for a later date. Please take a look at other sessions throughout the month.
Virtual Conservation Conversation with The Maryland Zoo: Polar Bears
Date: 04/20/21Time: 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Join us for a for a live, interactive virtual presentation with The Maryland Zoo! During this 30-minute presentation, teens and adults will learn about one of the Zoo's Signature Animal Programs (SAPs) - Polar Bears. Discover how The Maryland Zoo ties exceptional in-house husbandry, medical care, research, and education programs to conservation action in the field. This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council.
Virtual ZOOmobile LIVE: Sensory Safari (online)
Date: 04/23/21Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 and family. 30 minutes. Registration required.
Sensory Safari
Join The Maryland Zoo for a live, Virtual ZOOmobile Program! During this 30-minute presentation, Zoo Educators will lead an interactive activity designed for preschool-age children. Children will then have a chance to meet three of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors! This program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Howard County Arts Council.
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 as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
If the Maryland Zoo closes due to inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and rescheduled for a later date. Please take a look at other sessions throughout the month.
LEGO™ Engineering Challenge (Online)
Date: 04/23/21Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Calling all LEGO™ blocks fans! Each week watch a brief video to receive new challenges, then create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks. Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online class. Designed for ages 9 & up. Any age may register.
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you have any follow up questions please email [email protected]
LEGO™ Engineering Challenge (Online)
Date: 05/07/21Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Calling all LEGO™ blocks fans! Each week watch a brief video to receive new challenges, then create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks. Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online class. Designed for ages 9 & up. Any age may register.
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you have any follow up questions please email [email protected]
LEGO™ Engineering Challenge (Online)
Date: 05/21/21Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:
Calling all LEGO™ blocks fans! Each week watch a brief video to receive new challenges, then create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks. Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online class. Designed for ages 9 & up. Any age may register.
This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration. If you have any follow up questions please email [email protected]
