School’s Out

Discover the great classes happening at HCLS when school is out.

There are 396 upcoming classes.

Morning Books with Coffee (Online)

Date: 09/25/20
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Book to film / film discussion Fridays; 10 - 11 am.

Sep 25: What Maisie Knew (based on the Henry James novel)

*Film selections are available via Kanopy through Howard County Library System.

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.

This email will also contain as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.

15th Annual Grants Training Seminar: Nonprofit Roadmap to Success (Online)

Date: 09/25/20
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Business & Finance
Description:

Nonprofit Institute at the College of Southern Maryland presents: Jennifer Jones, President, CEO, and Founder of KyJour International, "Nonprofit Roadmap to Success"

15th Annual Grants Training Seminar: Nonprofit Roadmap to Success
Presenter: Jennifer B. Jones
President, CEO, and Founder, KyJour International

Leveraging the Jenniferism, "Your nonprofit business is a business," this Roadmap to Success will help you organize your nonprofit business for funding readiness; establish an executable development strategy; establish a framework for funding; and, understand grant prospecting, writing, and funding.

Jennifer B. Jones is a sought-after, engaging speaker. She will share her knowledge, experience, wisdom, and wit in this free virtual training seminar. Join us!

For more information, click here.

Click here to register.

Hosted by Calvert Library.

Parent Conversation Class - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/25/20
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners.

Parents of children aged ten and younger may bring their children to class as they gain a better understanding of informal spoken English and increase their knowledge of English vocabulary, especially as it relates to parenting topics.

Brain Fitness! (Online)

Date: 09/25/20
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Receive fun and interactive activities that challenge thinking and help you stay mentally active through email. Email [email protected] to receive activities and instructions.

LEGO™ Engineering Challenge (Online)

Date: 09/25/20
Time: 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]

English Conversation Class-Adult (Online)

Date: 09/28/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Practice conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.  

English for Life & Work Beginning Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/28/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners.  Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  The class is suitable for language learners in beginning to high beginning levels.  

Pronunciation for English Speakers - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/28/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your spoken English with this class. The class will focus on listening and speaking skills with an emphasis on everyday pronunciation, intonation and stress, as well as unique American rhythms.

Baby Games (Online)

Date: 09/28/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool)
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

If you miss this class, past classes are posted on the Howard County Library System YouTube channel Playlists [use link: https://www.youtube.com/user/howardcountylibrary/playlists].

The Historical Geographies of Lisa See’s "The Island of Sea Women"

Date: 09/28/20
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: History & Genealogy
Description:

Dr. Patrick Chung, Assistant Professor of History at the University of Maryland, explores the historical places and events that serve as the backdrop of Lisa See’s The Island of Sea Women. The title is the 2020 One Maryland One Book selection.

This presentation provides a brief overview of 20th-century Korean history, with particular focus on the Japanese colonization of Korea (1910-1945), the Jeju Uprising (1948-1949), and the Korean War (1950-1953). In doing so, it will highlight the centrality of war and memory in See’s work and, more broadly, modern Korean society.

Hosted by Worchester Library. Click here to register.

Films that Connect Us (Online)

Date: 09/28/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Movies
Description:

How do films shape and connect us?
Watch the film prior to the actual discussion dates; by signing up for a free Kanopy account through HCLS.

Sep 28 Captain Fantastic

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. This email will also contain the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.

Korean for Beginners (Online)

Date: 09/28/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
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.

Space is limited.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/28/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in low beginning level. The class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed.

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/28/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high beginning level. This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed.

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/28/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

Preschool Circle Time

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 10:00am - 10:30am
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool)
Description:

Join Chris Mancini, Children's Instructor, East Columbia Branch- Howard County Library System, for Preschool Circle Time!

Preschool circle time will review preschool skills: calendar, numbers, letters, colors, songs and rhymes. Perfect for age 2-5 year olds with an adult.

Get connected from the comfort of your own home! It's free, all young children can join!

This class is offered through the community organization Oakland Mills Online.

Please click on the website below to access the link to join the online class, the day of the event.

https://www.oaklandmillsonline.com/

English For the Workplace

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. It is a career centered class where students explore topics related to working in the US. This session will focus on workplace culture and will seek to improve students' workplace communication skills.

Reading, Writing & Grammar - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for English language learners. It focuses on essential English grammar and on the basics of writing for work and personal communication. Each class session will focus on one or two concepts of grammar and allow students to apply these grammar concepts in writing sentences, paragraphs and simple essays.

Baby Time

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool)
Description:

Join Christine Mancini, Children's Instructor, East Columbia Branch of the Howard County Library System, for Baby Time!

Join Miss Chris and share bounces, rhymes and tickles. Perfect for babies and toddlers with an adult.

This class is offered through the community organization Oakland Mills Online.

Please click on the website below to access the link to join the online class, the day of the event.

https://www.oaklandmillsonline.com/

Preschool Parade (Online)

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

HCLS Trivia: Tuesday (Online)

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults), All Ages / Families
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Play trivia through email! Categories and fun for everyone. Please email [email protected] for the trivia round and other details.

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.

Let's Vote (Online)

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: History & Genealogy
Description:

Learn the basics about voting and our US government - including who gets to vote, why it's important to vote, and how you and other kids can start voting...now!

Kindergarten - 2nd grade; 15 min. Registration required.

**This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration.**

Practical Advice for Parenting in the Digital Age (Online)

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Guide your kids to develop safe, savvy and ethical digital skills.

Presented by Denise DeRosa, CEO & Founder, Cyber Sensible.

This workshop begins with understanding what your kids are doing online so you are empowered to set reasonable limits and expectations for tech use in your home. Parents receive step-by-step instruction on privacy and safety settings across popular mobile devices, apps, browsers, games and search engines. Learn strategies for encouraging healthy tech habits and raising kids who are able to use technology and social media safely, responsibly and productively.

In this workshop, the emphasis is on modeling good digital habits, mentoring your family to make good choices, listening to your kids, and practical solutions to help you lose the guilt over not being perfect.

Additional classes in this series include:

Power Up with Online Safety (For ages 6-11) - Oct 7 @ 7pm
Be a Smart User of Smart Technology! (Tweens/Teens) - Oct 14 @ 7 pm

In partnership with Talbot County Free Library and Worcester County Library.

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.

Veterans Songwriting Workshop

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Writing
Description:

Veteran, award-winning songwriter, and author Ron Capps leads this six-week, online songwriting workshop series for veterans. It offers basic music theory for songwriters, song structure, lyric structures, as well as tips on public performances and recording. You do not need to play an instrument to participate, veterans interested in writing song lyrics welcome. Plan to attend all six of the workshop sessions.

Capps is a graduate of songwriting and music production programs at Berklee College of Music. Songwriters and music producers from Nashville and Austin will also take part in the workshops.

Sponsored b y M&T Bank and Friends & Foundation of HCLS

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/29/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Adult English learners can gain a strong foundation for the U.S. Citizenship Exam, including the questions that could be asked on the civics exam. Each class includes useful information to familiarize students with the background behind each question. The sessions also provide English speaking, listening, reading, and writing instruction to prepare for the English language portion of the exam and the naturalization interview. 

American English Pronunciation

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For English language learners.
Improve your spoken English as we focus on listening and speaking skills with an emphasis on everyday pronunciation, intonation, and stress, as well as unique American rhythms.

English for Life & Work Intermediate Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For English language learners at the intermediate level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. 

Welcome, New Baby! (Online)

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

Ages 0-5, all ages/families. Registration required. 20 minutes.

Welcome, New Baby!

Prepare for the arrival of a baby in this class for new siblings. Enjoy stories and activities and bring a favorite doll or stuffed animal to practice holding a baby. Resources for parents too.

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] If you miss this class, past classes are posted on the Howard County Library System YouTube channel Playlists [use link: https://www.youtube.com/user/howardcountylibrary/playlists].

Online Tech Time

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:

Do you have a technology issue and need help figuring it out? Trying to get eBooks to work on your phone to no avail? Can't get that Gale Course to work? Ask an HCLS Instructor & Research Specialist about your library related tech woes. There are no stupid questions! All ages welcome.

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.

Fun With Spanish

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Branch: Off Site
Age group: All Ages / Families
Program type: Language
Description:

Have you, your child, or the whole family always wanted to learn Spanish? Well NOW is the perfect time!!!

Join Adriana, Children's Instructor from the East Columbia Branch of the Howard County Library, while having fun reviewing Spanish vocabulary.

New vocabulary introduced each week! This club is to practice beginner Spanish and is great for young kids to teens to adults.

Get connected from the comfort of your own home. It's free, all are welcome!

This class is offered through the community organization Oakland Mills Online.

Please click on the website below to access the link to join the online class, the day of the event.

https://www.oaklandmillsonline.com/

Fall Teen Trivia! (online)

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

For Teens. Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 13-17.

The game starts at 4:30 pm. Every second Wednesday will be a LIVE! Kahoot on Zoom.

Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation.

The First Amendment

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: History & Genealogy
Description:

Ages 11 - 17 Min 200

Learn why the First Amendment’s five rights and freedoms are so vital to democracy in the U.S. Through case studies, you weigh in on Supreme Court decisions in which these protections were challenged.

Let's Vote (Online)

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: History & Genealogy
Description:

Learn the basics about voting and our US government - including who gets to vote, why it's important to vote, and how you and other kids can start voting...now!

3rd - 5th grade; 15 min. Registration required.

**This class has been prerecorded. You will receive the link to the online class with confirmation of your registration.**

Hackerman Best & Next Series: Karamo Brown (Online)

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Community & Culture
Description:

Presented by Enoch Pratt Free Library. FREE tickets for Zoom Webinar and Facebook Live go on sale September 16 at 9am. Click here to register.

Karamo Brown will be in conversation with Heidi Daniel, Enoch Pratt Free Library CEO & President.

Karamo Brown is a three-time Emmy Winner and Culture Expert on the Netflix reboot of Queer Eye. For the Hackerman Best & Next Series, Karamo Brown will speak to growth through uncomfortable conversations and using one’s uniqueness to create success. His memoir, Karamo: My Story of Embracing Purpose, Healing, and Hope, explores how the challenges in his own life have allowed him to forever transform the lives of those in need. In addition to his TV work, he’s a podcast host and children’s author. Beginning his television career in 2004 as a housemate on the MTV hit reality series The Real World, Brown was the first openly-gay African- American in the history of reality television. Karamo was the recipient of the 2018 Human Rights Campaign Visibility Award. He was also invited by the Obama Administration to work with the White House to create policy and legislation supporting LGBTQ youth and their allies after school hours. Karamo worked as a licensed social worker for over a decade before transitioning into media.

Send questions for Karamo Brown to [email protected] by September 29 to be answered during the live program.

ASL interpretation will be available to attendees.

Visit https://www.theivybookshop.com/ to order your copy of Karamo: My Story of Embracing Purpose, Healing, and Hope.

Presented by Enoch Pratt Free Library with support from: The Ruth Enlow Library, Carroll County Public Library, Prince George's County Memorial Library System, Worcester County Library, Anne Arundel County Public Library, Howard County Library System.

This lecture is made possible by the Hackerman Foundation.

Live! CAREER PATHS: AUTHORS, WRITERS, AND BEYOND (Online)

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Writing
Description:

Ages 14-18. For High School & Howard Community College students getting ready to embark on a career or college. Allow 60 min.

Local authors and writers share their path to English-related careers. Learn what they studied in college and outside of college, and what lead them to the job they have today. Chat with the authors to ask them questions and learn about their career path and current specialty. Consider different English-related jobs or discover something you might be interested in pursuing after high school or college.

Hear from Bruce Goldfarb author of 18 Tiny Deaths: The Untold Story of Frances Glessner Lee and the Invention of Modern Forensics; award winning authors, Jerdine Nolen, author of Freedom Bird: A Tale of Hope and Courage, and Laura Shovan, author of A Place at the Table; and Lillian Yu, a former writer for NBC, and Warner Brothers, and currently a television producer working on Kung Fu.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

Reading & Speaking - Adult (Online)

Date: 09/30/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For English language learners.
Practice your speaking skills in a supportive environment. Students read one short story each week and discuss it in class. Plenty of opportunities provided to practice both speaking and listening as the class analyzes the stories for content, themes, and vocabulary.

English for Life & Work Advanced Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/01/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners at an advanced level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  

Speaking & Listening - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/01/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

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 provided to practice both speaking and listening as the class analyzes the stories for content, themes, and vocabulary.

Family Time Live! (Online)

Date: 10/01/20
Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

An Inconvenient Book Club

Date: 10/01/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Gardening & Environment
Description:

Virtual book discussion. Thursdays; 7 - 8 pm.

Oct 1: Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver. 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. Please follow procedures to set up a contactless pick-up appointment once you receive a notice that your hold has come in for you.

Author works: When Dating Hurts by Bill Mitchell

Date: 10/01/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Community & Culture
Description:

On June 3, 2005, Kristin Mitchell was murdered by her boyfriend in her apartment just outside of Philadelphia. She was ending her relationship with the man. Three weeks prior, the Mitchell family had attended Kristin’s graduation at Saint Joseph’s University. That was the last day they saw her alive.

Since those dark days, author and Kristin's father Bill Mitchell has passionately spoken out about the need to educate young adults and parents about the warning signs and dangerous consequences of dating violence. Bill and his wife, Michele, have participated in nonprofit foundations whose missions were, “to end the devastating effects of dating violence by raising awareness about warning signs and preventative actions.”

Mitchell has given more than one hundred speeches and interviews on dating violence. Today, he is the author of When Dating Hurts, a book about Kristin’s murder and his family’s journey towards healing. The Mitchells believe if Kristin had received the kind of information this book contains, their daughter would most likely be alive today. They feel most parents are without fundamental understandings of what dating violence is, how it can be recognized, and what to do when it is detected.

https://www.whendatinghurts.com/

HCLS Trivia Thursday! (Online)

Date: 10/01/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 18+. Please email [email protected] for the link and other details.

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/01/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/01/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/01/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/01/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Parent Conversation Class - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/02/20
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners.

Family Time (Online)

Date: 10/02/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

Brain Fitness! (Online)

Date: 10/02/20
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Receive fun and interactive activities that challenge thinking and help you stay mentally active through email. Email [email protected] to receive activities and instructions.

League of Women Voters Candidate's Forum - Board of Education & Circuit Court Judges

Date: 10/02/20
Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Community & Culture
Description:

League of Women Voters: Candidate's Forum - Board of Education and Circuit Court Judges

2 - 4 pm: Board of Education

4 - 5 pm: the Circuit Court Judges

On the 2020 Election ballots, you can cast your vote in more races than only the presidential election. If you are interested in learning more about the candidates running for the Board of Education and the Circuit Court, join the League of Women Voters for a candidate forum. The candidates answer questions written by the Association of Community Services of Howard County, the PTA Council of Howard County, and the Horizon Foundation.

Presented by the League of Women Voters.

Space is limited. To register, please send an email to League of Women Voters, Howard County, at [email protected] and they will send you the Zoom link.

Chemistry in the Library: Sticking with Chemistry Live! (Online)

Date: 10/03/20
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:

Ages 7 & up (7-8 year olds must be accompanied by an adult); 60 min. Registration required.

Join a chemist from the Army Research Laboratory and the American Chemical Society and participate in hands-on experiments exploring the chemistry of glues and adhesives during the 2020 Maryland STEM Festival.

Please take a look at the attachment detailing materials you will need for the experiments. You should have the materials ready and in reach when the class begins.

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.

English Conversation Class-Adult (Online)

Date: 10/05/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Practice conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.  

English for Life & Work Beginning Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/05/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Pronunciation for English Speakers - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/05/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Baby Games (Online)

Date: 10/05/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

If you miss this class, past classes are posted on the Howard County Library System YouTube channel Playlists [use link: https://www.youtube.com/user/howardcountylibrary/playlists].

Global Reads (Online)

Date: 10/05/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Read and discuss a wide range of fiction and non-fiction books on different cultures around the world as well as immigrant fiction.

1st Mondays; 7- 8 pm.

Join for an online discussion of the following titles:

October 5th: The Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi Coates

November 2nd: The Gifted School by Bruce Holsinger

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. For physical copies, please follow procedures to set up a contactless pick-up appointment once you receive a notice that your hold has come in for you.

Availability of physical copies is not guaranteed.

Read. Think. Talk.

Date: 10/05/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group:
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Read and discuss a wide array of literary and popular fiction.

1st Mondays; 7 - 8 pm.

Join for an online discussion of the following titles:

Oct 5: A Scanner Darkly by Phillip K. Dick

Nov 2: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. LeGuin

Availability of physical copies is not guaranteed.

For additional assistance in obtaining this title, please email [email protected]

Stories of the World (Online)

Date: 10/05/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

One Maryland One Book event

Stories of the World will be discussing:

The Island of Sea Women

by Lisa See

This year's One Maryland One Book is the story of the complex and decades-long friendship between Young-sook and Mi-ja, two women living on the Korean island of Jeju. Readers can follow their journey from the Japanese occupation of the 1930's to the 21st century.

One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities.

Korean for Beginners (Online)

Date: 10/05/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Space is limited.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/05/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/05/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/05/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

Preschool Circle Time

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 10:00am - 10:30am
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool)
Description:

Join Chris Mancini, Children's Instructor, East Columbia Branch- Howard County Library System, for Preschool Circle Time!

Preschool circle time will review preschool skills: calendar, numbers, letters, colors, songs and rhymes. Perfect for age 2-5 year olds with an adult.

Get connected from the comfort of your own home! It's free, all young children can join!

This class is offered through the community organization Oakland Mills Online.

Please click on the website below to access the link to join the online class, the day of the event.

https://www.oaklandmillsonline.com/

English For the Workplace

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Reading, Writing & Grammar - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Baby Time

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool)
Description:

Join Christine Mancini, Children's Instructor, East Columbia Branch of the Howard County Library System, for Baby Time!

Join Miss Chris and share bounces, rhymes and tickles. Perfect for babies and toddlers with an adult.

This class is offered through the community organization Oakland Mills Online.

Please click on the website below to access the link to join the online class, the day of the event.

https://www.oaklandmillsonline.com/

Preschool Parade (Online)

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

If you miss this class, past classes are posted on the Howard County Library System YouTube channel Playlists [use link: https://www.youtube.com/user/howardcountylibrary/playlists].

2020 One Maryland One Book Author Tour: Lisa See (Online)

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Community & Culture
Description:

The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See

Join us from Mountain Maryland to the Ocean City shore as we read and discuss this year’s memorable story.

This year's One Maryland One Book (OMOB) is the story of the complex and decades-long friendship between Young-sook and Mi-ja, two women living on the Korean island of Jeju. Readers can follow their journey from the Japanese occupation of the 1930's to the 21st century.

As part of the OMOB programming for the state’s largest reading and discussion program, author Lisa See visits virtually to discuss her book The Island of Sea Women. She will be in conversation with Laura Yoo, Professor of English at Howard Community College and a board member of Howard County Poetry and Literature Society.

You must register to receive the virtual event link. Event registrants will be entered into a drawing to win a set of teas and snacks from Jeju Island. Click here to register.

One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities.

Howard County Library System is organizing this event in partnership with Howard County Poetry and Literature Society, and Korean American Parents Association (KAPA) of CHS.

Opioid Overdose Response Training with Howard County Health Department (Online)

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Learn about opioids, including:

1) What are opioids
2) Signs of an overdose
3) How to respond to an opioid overdose
4) How to administer Naloxone
5) How to provide care to victims after an overdose
6) How to receive Naloxone after attending this training

Presented by the Howard County Health Department

Click here to learn more and to register.

WRITERS LIVE! - Jon Meacham: His Truth is Marching On: John Lewis & the Power of Hope (Online)

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: History & Genealogy
Description:

FREE tickets for Zoom Webinar or Facebook Live go on sale September 22 at 9am through EventBrite.

Jon Meacham will talk about his new book, His Truth Is Marching On: John Lewis and the Power of Hope.

Drawing on decades of wide-ranging interviews with John Lewis, Jon Meacham writes of how this great-grandson of a slave and son of an Alabama tenant farmer was inspired by the Bible and his teachers in nonviolence, Reverend James Lawson and Martin Luther King, Jr., to put his life on the line in the service of what Abraham Lincoln called “the better angels of our nature.” From an early age, Lewis learned that nonviolence was not only a tactic but a philosophy, a biblical imperative, and a transforming reality. At the age of four, Lewis, ambitious to become a minister, practiced by preaching to his family’s chickens. When his mother cooked one of the chickens, the boy refused to eat it—his first act, he wryly recalled, of nonviolent protest. Integral to Lewis’s commitment to bettering the nation was his faith in humanity and in God—and an unshakable belief in the power of hope.

Meacham calls Lewis “as important to the founding of a modern and multiethnic twentieth- and twenty-first-century America as Thomas Jefferson and James Madison and Samuel Adams were to the initial creation of the Republic itself in the eighteenth century.”

Jon Meacham is a Pulitzer Prize–winning biographer. The author of the New York Times bestsellers Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power, American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House, Franklin and Winston, Destiny and Power: The American Odyssey of George Herbert Walker Bush, and The Soul of America, Meacham holds the Carolyn T. and Robert M. Rogers Chair in the American Presidency and is a distinguished visiting professor at Vanderbilt University. He is a contributing writer to The New York Times Book Review, a contributing editor to Time, and a fellow of the Society of American Historians.

Send questions for Jon Meacham to [email protected] by October 5, to be answered during the live program.

ASL interpretation will be available to attendees.

Visit https://www.theivybookshop.com/ to order your copy of His Truth Is Marching On: John Lewis and the Power of Hope.

Presented by Enoch Pratt Free Library with support from: The Ruth Enlow Library, Talbot County Free Library, Carroll County Public Library, Prince George's County Memorial Library System, Kent County Public Library, Worcester County Library, Anne Arundel County Public Library, Howard County Library System.

Writers LIVE programs are supported in part by a bequest from The Miss Howard Hubbard Adult Programming Fund.

Veterans Songwriting Workshop

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Writing
Description:

Capps is a graduate of songwriting and music production programs at Berklee College of Music. Songwriters and music producers from Nashville and Austin will also take part in the workshops.

Sponsored b y M&T Bank and Friends & Foundation of HCLS

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/06/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

American English Pronunciation

Date: 10/07/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

English for Life & Work Intermediate Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/07/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For English language learners at the intermediate level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. 

Knot Just Knitters (Online)

Date: 10/07/20
Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: DIY & Crafts
Description:

Ages 11-18 & Adults; 90 min.

All crafters welcome. Work on your stitching, knitting or crocheting projects while chatting and sharing ideas! Find inspiration as you trade tips tricks and techniques with other crafting enthusiasts!

Fun With Spanish

Date: 10/07/20
Time: 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Branch: Off Site
Age group: All Ages / Families
Program type: Language
Description:

Have you, your child, or the whole family always wanted to learn Spanish? Well NOW is the perfect time!!!

Join Adriana, Children's Instructor from the East Columbia Branch of the Howard County Library, while having fun reviewing Spanish vocabulary.

New vocabulary introduced each week! This club is to practice beginner Spanish and is great for young kids to teens to adults.

Get connected from the comfort of your own home. It's free, all are welcome!

This class is offered through the community organization Oakland Mills Online.

Please click on the website below to access the link to join the online class, the day of the event.

https://www.oaklandmillsonline.com/

Fall Teen Trivia! (online)

Date: 10/07/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

For Teens. Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 13-17.

The game starts at 4:30 pm. Every second Wednesday will be a LIVE! Kahoot on Zoom.

Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation.

Newbery Book Club (Online)

Date: 10/07/20
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Grades 4-6. Registration required. 60 minutes.

Discussions and activities related to Newbery Medal and Newbery Honor winners.

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 [use link: https://www.youtube.com/user/howardcountylibrary/playlists].

Books on Tap (Online)

Date: 10/07/20
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

This Group will be reading:

Sep 2 - The Art Forger by B.A.Shapiro.

Oct 7 - The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See. This is a One Maryland One Book 2020 title.

Nov 4 - Voices from Chernobyl: The Oral History of a Nuclear Disaster by Svetlana Alexievich.

Power Up with Online Safety! (Online)

Date: 10/07/20
Time: 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Designed for ages 6 - 11. Allow 30 - 40 minutes.

The whole world is at your fingertips.
Kids want to explore cyberspace for fun, for school and to connect with friends. Everyone needs to make sure that they know the rules of the road so they can be safe, smart and kind when connecting using tech. Denise DeRosa, Founder and CEO of Cyber Sensible, discusses what makes a strong password, how to know what games are appropriate and what to do if someone you don't know tries to make a connection online.

The lessons are fun and interactive. Topics include:

Explore Safely Online
Protect Yourself
Gaming
Communicating Online
Take an (online) Break
Healthy Tech Diet
Good Digital Citizenship

In partnership with Talbot County Free Library.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/07/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/07/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/07/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

Reading & Speaking - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/07/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Pins & Needle Arts (Online)

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Art & Music
Description:

Join other adults who knit crochet embroider and sew in an open forum for creating conversing sharing and learning. To register and receive links/instructions email [email protected]

English for Life & Work Advanced Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners at an advanced level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  

Speaking & Listening - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

German Conversation Club (Online)

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting.

We meet every second and fourth Thursday.

Register with an email to receive a link to join the online class. This email will also contain the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone

Family Time Live! (Online)

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

Black-eyed Susan Book Club (Grades 6-8)

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Discuss books that have been nominated for the state "Black-eyed Susan Award". Vote for a winner in April. Eight-month series. Check out and read the book prior to attending the class discussion. Grades 6-8. 45-60 min.

10/8 - Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish by Pablo Cartaya

10/29 - Journey of the Pale Bear by Susan Fletcher

11/19 - It Wasn't Me by Dana Alison Levy

Brown Lecture Series: Kenyatta Berry

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: History & Genealogy
Description:

Presented by Enoch Pratt Free Library. FREE tickets for Zoom Webinar or Facebook Live go on sale September 24 at 9am. Click here for more information.

Kenyatta Berry will be in conversation about her work and contributions to the 1619 project.

Kenyatta Berry is a contributor to the groundbreaking “1619 Project” published by the New York Times. She was the 2019 Honorary Chair for Preservation Week and named a “Newsmaker” in American Libraries magazine a publication of the American Library Association. She is an author, attorney, lecturer, professional genealogist and television personality with over 20 years of experience. Kenyatta’s knowledge in the areas of African American Genealogy, Enslaved Ancestral Research and DNA has made her an invaluable “go to” source for information from all parts of the world.

Kenyatta Berry's TV host job on Genealogy Roadshow (PBS) generated enormous buzz surrounding her insight, understanding and expertise by colleagues, genealogy organizations, media and supporters alike. As demand grows for people to learn more about their lineage and DNA, she continues to innovate, transforming the world of genealogy by making it more accessible to the masses.

Send questions for Kenyatta Berry to [email protected] by October 7, to be answered during the live program.

ASL interpretation will be available to attendees.

Visit https://www.theivybookshop.com/ to order your copy of The Family Tree Toolkit: A Comprehensive Guide.

The Brown Lecture Series is supported by the Eddie C. and C. Sylvia Brown Foundation.

This program is part of ongoing 2020 Women's Vote Centennial Initiative conversations at the Pratt Library.

HCLS Trivia Thursday! (Online)

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 18+. Please email [email protected] for the link and other details.

The Thursday Next book group (online)

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Community & Culture
Description:

One Maryland One Book event

The Thursday Next book club will be discussing:

The Island of Sea Women

by Lisa See

One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities.

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/08/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Parent Conversation Class - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/09/20
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners.

Brain Fitness! (Online)

Date: 10/09/20
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Receive fun and interactive activities that challenge thinking and help you stay mentally active through email. Email [email protected] to receive activities and instructions.

LEGO™ Engineering Challenge (Online)

Date: 10/09/20
Time: 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:

Designed for ages 9 & up. Any age may register. Allow 60 min.

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]

Live! MEET THE AUTHORS: FARUQI & SHOVAN and ROSENBERG & SHANG (Online)

Date: 10/10/20
Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School)
Program type: Writing
Description:

Ages 8-14. Allow 60 min.

Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan, authors of A Place at the Table; and Madelyn Rosenberg and Wendy Shang, authors of Not Your All-American Girl read from their new books and discuss their characters and the challenges they face, as well as what it's like to collaborate on a novel. Includes opportunity to ask the authors questions.

Books available for purchase from Books With A Past online or email [email protected] Signed bookplates will be provide for each book purchased.

Climate Change in 2020 & Beyond

Date: 10/10/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults), All Ages / Families
Program type: Gardening & Environment
Description:

24 Hours of Reality: Countdown to the Future - A global conversation on the Climate Crisis and its solutions.

We're at an inflection point. Devastating wildfires, melting Antarctic glaciers, and deforestation in the Amazon.

You have heard about Global Warming and the Climate Crisis from the news, friends and family, at work, or elsewhere. Whether you know a lot about it or you have questions and doubts we all need to participate in this discussion.

The future of our planet depends on the choices we will make and the actions we will take in the next few years.

This event, organized by The Climate Reality Project and sponsored by Howard County Library System, will explore how the climate crisis, a global pandemic, and racial injustice together shape our moment.

The presentation will share crucial information on the Climate Crisis, its impact, and the technologies and social solutions we need to address it. This interactive session will have time for questions and a particular emphasis on the most current data and related events.

This is something you want to be part of.

English Conversation Class-Adult (Online)

Date: 10/12/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Practice conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.  

English for Life & Work Beginning Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/12/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Pronunciation for English Speakers - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/12/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Good Reads (Online)

Date: 10/12/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Discuss literary fiction or a book to film adaptation*

2nd Mondays; 7 - 8 pm.

October 12 **The Farm: a novel by Joanne Ramos

* Book to film adaptations will be available via Kanopy https://howardcounty.kanopy.com/

Korean for Beginners (Online)

Date: 10/12/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Space is limited.

National History Day Thesis Workshop (Online)

Date: 10/12/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School), All Ages / Families
Program type: Writing
Description:

A solid thesis is the foundation for any NHD project. Explore the theme Communication in History: The Key to Understanding, and discuss ways to evolve a topic into a working thesis, then into a blueprint for an argument that examines the significance of a historical topic in relation to this year’s theme.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/12/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/12/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/12/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

Preschool Circle Time

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 10:00am - 10:30am
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool)
Description:

Join Chris Mancini, Children's Instructor, East Columbia Branch- Howard County Library System, for Preschool Circle Time!

Preschool circle time will review preschool skills: calendar, numbers, letters, colors, songs and rhymes. Perfect for age 2-5 year olds with an adult.

Get connected from the comfort of your own home! It's free, all young children can join!

This class is offered through the community organization Oakland Mills Online.

Please click on the website below to access the link to join the online class, the day of the event.

https://www.oaklandmillsonline.com/

English For the Workplace

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Reading, Writing & Grammar - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Baby Time

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool)
Description:

Join Christine Mancini, Children's Instructor, East Columbia Branch of the Howard County Library System, for Baby Time!

Join Miss Chris and share bounces, rhymes and tickles. Perfect for babies and toddlers with an adult.

This class is offered through the community organization Oakland Mills Online.

Please click on the website below to access the link to join the online class, the day of the event.

https://www.oaklandmillsonline.com/

Preschool Parade (Online)

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

Black-eyed Susan Picture Book Club (Online)

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Grades K-3. Registration required. 60 minutes.

Listen to and discuss picture book nominees for Maryland’s children's choice award, in preparation for spring voting.

Eclectic Evenings (Online)

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

October 13: Online discussion of "Talking to Strangers" by Malcolm Gladwell. **Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online discussion. If you prefer to participate by phone register for the online class and then at least one day before the discussion email [email protected] to request the dial-in information.**

For assistance in obtaining a copy of the book, contact Nancy Tennant at [email protected]

Talk With Me • Howard County (Online)

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

For parents and caregivers of children ages infant - 2 and expectant parents.
Registration required.

A community partner with the Howard County Public School System, Talk With Me • Howard County uses the power of early interactions to build foundations for early learning. Powerful brain-building occurs in children during simple back and forth interactions from the earliest moments of life. Understand how to integrate these interactions into your daily routines.

**Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation with a link to join the class. This email will also contain the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.**

National History Day Thesis Workshop (Online)

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School), All Ages / Families
Program type: Writing
Description:

Veterans Songwriting Workshop

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Writing
Description:

Capps is a graduate of songwriting and music production programs at Berklee College of Music. Songwriters and music producers from Nashville and Austin will also take part in the workshops.

Sponsored b y M&T Bank and Friends & Foundation of HCLS

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/13/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

American English Pronunciation

Date: 10/14/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

English for Life & Work Intermediate Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/14/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For English language learners at the intermediate level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. 

Teen Advisory Board (Online)

Date: 10/14/20
Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Ages 11-18, 60 min.

Recommend books music and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with HCLS instructors on projects you create.

Fall Teen Trivia! (online)

Date: 10/14/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

For Teens. Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 13-17.

The game starts at 4:30 pm. Every second Wednesday will be a LIVE! Kahoot on Zoom.

Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation.

Be a Smart User of Smart Technology! (Online)

Date: 10/14/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Designed for ages 12-17. Allow 40 - 60 minutes.

Learn safe, savvy and ethical online skills to become a good digital citizen.

In order for kids and teens to fully benefit from the wealth of advantages tech can provide, they must master the fundamentals of responsible use of technology for fun, entertainment, education, interaction and connection.

In this workshop designed for specifically for tweens and teens, Denise DeRosa, CEO and Founder of Cyber Sensible, discusses what it means to be a good digital citizen, how to develop a positive online reputation, how to employ the safety and privacy settings available, maintaining a healthy tech diet, avoiding online dangers, tech etiquette, and ways to capitalize on the opportunities tech provides.

Topics include:

Privacy Settings
Handling Cyberbullies
Limiting Tech Distractions
Digital Literacy
Online Advertising,
Social Media Smarts
Fake News.

In partnership with Talbot County Free Library.

Have you read Girl, Woman, Other? Join the Conversation...

Date: 10/14/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Author & Literary Events
Description:

Join the Conversation as we celebrate Booker Prize winner, Bernardine Evaristo with guest discussion leader Erika Carruth from the Maryland Institute College of Art. Evaristo's novel Girl, Woman, Other won the Booker Prize in 2019. Attendees will explore how this impacting novel challenges timeless issues regarding race and feminism.

Erika Carruth is the founder of the Maryland Humanities Book Discussion Group for Diversity and a member of The Maryland Institute College of Art’s Presidential Task Force on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Bernardine Evaristo is the first woman of color to win the most coveted literary prize in the English-speaking world.

Registered customers have the option to place a hold request on the title using their library card in order to receive a copy to read before the discussion. For physical copies, please follow procedures to set up a contactless pick-up appointment once you receive a notice that your hold has come in for you. Availability of physical copies is not guaranteed.

In Other Worlds (Online) - Movie Edition

Date: 10/14/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Movies
Description:

Welcome sci-fi enthusiasts and other intrepid readers!

Watch out for a movie discussion on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.

Movie selections are available via Kanopy and/or contactless pick up through HCLS

Join a virtual book discussion on the 4th Wednesday of the month Titles for the movie and the book will be announced in class and on the website.

Oct 14th: "Arrival" movie discussion (DVD copies available via contactless pick up)

Oct 28th: "Exhalation" by Ted Chiang book discussion (ebooks & e-audiobooks available via Overdrive/Libby, physical copies via contactless pick up)

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.

This email will also contain as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/14/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/14/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/14/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

Reading & Speaking - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/14/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Pins & Needle Arts (Online)

Date: 10/15/20
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Art & Music
Description:

Join other adults who knit crochet embroider and sew in an open forum for creating conversing sharing and learning. To register and receive links/instructions email [email protected]

English for Life & Work Advanced Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/15/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners at an advanced level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  

Speaking & Listening - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/15/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Noontime Books (Online)

Date: 10/15/20
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join for an online discussion of the following titles:

August 20: Emma by Jane Austen

September 17: Searching for Sylvie Lee by Jean Kwok

October 15: This Tender Land by William Kent Kruger

Family Time Live! (Online)

Date: 10/15/20
Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

HCLS Trivia Thursday! (Online)

Date: 10/15/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 18+. Please email [email protected] for the link and other details.

Non Fiction Addiction (Online)

Date: 10/15/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Explore the genre of non fiction and join our discussions!

Oct 15th: "Save Me the Plums" by Ruth Reichl

Nov 19th: "21 Lessons For the 21st Century" by Yuval Noah Harari

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. This email will also contain as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.

Availability of physical copies is not guaranteed.

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/15/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/15/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/15/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/15/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Parent Conversation Class - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/16/20
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners.

Book Corner: Books for Discussion 2021

Date: 10/16/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:45am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Books for Discussion 2021 @ Book Corner

In October, we'll introduce the sure-to-be-in-demand HCLS Books for Discussion 2021 list, which will suggest adult fiction and nonfiction titles worthy of discussion. HCLS Instructors will promote some of their favorite new "discussables." Participants will have the opportunity to share theirs as well!

Join us in our Book Corner the 3rd Friday of each month to talk about our favorite subject – books! We will offer some of our preferred reads and hear from you about yours. We will discuss fun topics about books, such as who is your favorite protagonist of all time? What do you love most about the genre of your choice? What book changed your perspective? The possibilities for conversation are endless!

Brain Fitness! (Online)

Date: 10/16/20
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Receive fun and interactive activities that challenge thinking and help you stay mentally active through email. Email [email protected] to receive activities and instructions.

Chemistry in the Library: Sticking with Chemistry Live! (Online)

Date: 10/17/20
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:

Ages 7 & up (7-8 year olds must be accompanied by an adult); 60 min. Registration required.

Please take a look at the attachment detailing materials you will need for the experiments. You should have the materials ready and in reach when the class begins.

English Conversation Class-Adult (Online)

Date: 10/19/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Practice conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.  

English for Life & Work Beginning Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/19/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Pronunciation for English Speakers - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/19/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Baby Games (Online)

Date: 10/19/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

If you miss this class, past classes are posted on the Howard County Library System YouTube channel Playlists [use link: https://www.youtube.com/user/howardcountylibrary/playlists].

Korean for Beginners (Online)

Date: 10/19/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Space is limited.

Maximize Your History Day Research (Online)

Date: 10/19/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: History & Genealogy
Description:

Ages 11-17, with parents. 90 min.

Assigned a National History Day project? Our research experts have tips and tools for you. Meet history day judges and learn strategies to locate sources.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/19/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/19/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/19/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

Preschool Circle Time

Date: 10/20/20
Time: 10:00am - 10:30am
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool)
Description:

Join Chris Mancini, Children's Instructor, East Columbia Branch- Howard County Library System, for Preschool Circle Time!

Preschool circle time will review preschool skills: calendar, numbers, letters, colors, songs and rhymes. Perfect for age 2-5 year olds with an adult.

Get connected from the comfort of your own home! It's free, all young children can join!

This class is offered through the community organization Oakland Mills Online.

Please click on the website below to access the link to join the online class, the day of the event.

https://www.oaklandmillsonline.com/

English For the Workplace

Date: 10/20/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Reading, Writing & Grammar - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/20/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Baby Time

Date: 10/20/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool)
Description:

Join Christine Mancini, Children's Instructor, East Columbia Branch of the Howard County Library System, for Baby Time!

Join Miss Chris and share bounces, rhymes and tickles. Perfect for babies and toddlers with an adult.

This class is offered through the community organization Oakland Mills Online.

Please click on the website below to access the link to join the online class, the day of the event.

https://www.oaklandmillsonline.com/

Preschool Parade (Online)

Date: 10/20/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

STEAM Powered Book Club (Online)

Date: 10/20/20
Time: 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Ages 7-9. 45 minutes. Registration required.

Read Dalen & Gole: Scandal in Port Angus by Mike Deas before the meeting. Join our zoom discussion about the book, then participate in a related STEAM activity.

Please note that books read on Tumblebooks are best displayed on a laptop or desktop computer.

Warning Graphic Content

Date: 10/20/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels.

3rd Tuesday; 7 - 8 pm.

Oct 20 Killadelphia Volume 1, by Rodney Barnes

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. This email will also contain as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.

Availability of physical copies is not guaranteed

Veterans Songwriting Workshop

Date: 10/20/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Writing
Description:

Capps is a graduate of songwriting and music production programs at Berklee College of Music. Songwriters and music producers from Nashville and Austin will also take part in the workshops.

Sponsored b y M&T Bank and Friends & Foundation of HCLS

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/20/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/20/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/20/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/20/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

American English Pronunciation

Date: 10/21/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

English for Life & Work Intermediate Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/21/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For English language learners at the intermediate level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. 

Writers' Guild (Online)

Date: 10/21/20
Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Writing
Description:

Ages 14-18, 60 min.

Calling all high school creative writers. Drop in for writing prompts tips, tricks, and resources to improve your craft. Share your writing and get feedback in a supportive environment. All genres welcome!

Fall Teen Trivia! (online)

Date: 10/21/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

For Teens. Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 13-17.

The game starts at 4:30 pm. Every second Wednesday will be a LIVE! Kahoot on Zoom.

Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation.

Black-eyed Susan Book Club Grades 4-6 (Online)

Date: 10/21/20
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Grades 4-6. Registration required. 60 minutes.

Discussions about state award nominees. Vote for a winner in April.

Voting - Democracy in Action (Online)

Date: 10/21/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: History & Genealogy
Description:

Join Dr. Richard Bell, professor of History at University of Maryland, and Linda Frascarella, Director of Education at League of Women Voters of Howard County for a timely and important conversation about the history of the fight for voting rights in the United States and about how to ensure your voice is heard in the upcoming federal election.

Richard Bell is professor of history at the University of Maryland. He is the author of Stolen: Five Free Boys Kidnapped into Slavery and Their Astonishing Odyssey Home, which is a finalist for the 2020 Harriet Tubman Book Prize. He serves as a Trustee of the Maryland Historical Society and as a fellow of the Royal Historical Society. Visit his website to learn more.

The League of Women Voters of Howard County is committed to improving local government by making the processes of decision making more transparent, and including more options for community engagement.

In partnership with Worcester County Library.

Non-Fiction Book Club

Date: 10/21/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections.

July 15: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass by Frederick Douglass (Overdrive, RBdigital)

August 19: The Story of My Life by Helen Keller (Overdrive, RBdigital)

September 16: How To Be A Good Creature by Sy Montgomery (Overdrive, RBdigital, Hoopla, print)

October 21: All You Can Ever Know by Nicole Chung (Overdrive, RBdigital, print)

Non-Fiction Book Club

Date: 10/21/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections.

August 19: The Story of My Life by Helen Keller (Overdrive, RBdigital)

September 16: How To Be A Good Creature by Sy Montgomery (Overdrive, RBdigital, Hoopla, print)

October 21: All You Can Ever Know by Nicole Chung (Overdrive, RBdigital, print)

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.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/21/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/21/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/21/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

Reading & Speaking - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/21/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

English for Life & Work Advanced Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/22/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners at an advanced level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  

Speaking & Listening - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/22/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

German Conversation Club (Online)

Date: 10/22/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting.

Meet every second and fourth Thursday of the month.

Register with an email to receive a link to join the online class. This email will also contain the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone

Family Time Live! (Online)

Date: 10/22/20
Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

HCLS Trivia Thursday! (Online)

Date: 10/22/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 18+. Please email [email protected] for the link and other details.

Local Organizations for Racial Equity, Part 1 (Online)

Date: 10/22/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Community & Culture
Description:

Join HCLS and community partners for a discussion introducing local organizations working for racial equity in our county. Learn about panelists’ top concerns and goals for our community, and ways to get involved.

Please register with an email address to receive a confirmation email with a link to join the session. The email will also contain the dial-in information if you wish to participate by phone.

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/22/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/22/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/22/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/22/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Morning Books with Coffee (Online)

Date: 10/23/20
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Book to film / film discussion Fridays; 10 - 11 am.

Oct 23: Arranged based on a memoir by Rochel Meshenberg

The film can be accessed via Kanopy through Howard County Library System

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.

This email will also contain as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.

Parent Conversation Class - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/23/20
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners.

Brain Fitness! (Online)

Date: 10/23/20
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Receive fun and interactive activities that challenge thinking and help you stay mentally active through email. Email [email protected] to receive activities and instructions.

Dear Mama

Date: 10/24/20
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group:
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Dear Mama is a group thematic exhibit depicting pregnancy and motherhood through the eyes of emerging artists of African descent. The aim is to create for the viewer emotional resonance as well as understanding of the health disparities impacting women of color. Join us for a day of dialogue and healing as we discuss the physical and emotional health of Black mothers and mothers to be.

(Artwork credit: Bread Rest House by Kamilah House-Lewis)

Sponsored by Friends and Foundation of Howard County Library System and The Women's Giving Circle of Howard County. In partnership with Worcester County Library.

Schedule of Events

Reception: 10 -11 am

Welcome Remarks/Viewing of Virtual Exhibit

Keynote: Melani Douglass, Director of Public Programs at National Museum of Women in the Arts, Founder of the Family Arts Museum

Session 1: 11:15 am - 12 pm

What to Know: Advocating for the Health of You and Your Baby

Join us as we tell our stories about physical trauma and discuss how best to advocate for your health during pregnancy and post-partum.

Faye McCray (Host) & Kamilah House-Lewis (Co-Host)

Briana Green, Director of Operations at Mamatoto Village

Dr. Donna Marie Neale, M.D. Medical Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Maternal and Fetal Medicine

Session 2: 12:30 - 1:15 pm

Let’s Talk About It: Postpartum Depression and Anxiety

Join the artists as we tell our stories about the mental and emotional challenges that arise from pregnancy and childbirth. Learn to identify when you need help and how to find resources you need.

Faye McCray (Host) & Kamilah House-Lewis (Co-Host)

Dr. Alexis Lighten Wesley, M.D.Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellow at Children’s National Hospital

Biany Perez, Black Latinx mental health therapist

Session 3: 1:15 - 2 pm

Healing through Connection: Black Motherhood in 2020

Join the artists for open dialogue about the unique challenges facing black mothers and parenting children of color in today’s volatile climate.

Sherry Samuels (Host), certified life coach, workshop facilitator and writer

Ana Rodney, MOMCares; Executive Director and founder

Karen Pryor, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Queen Mother Magazine and the Founder of KMP Fashion Consulting, LLC

For more information on panelists & artists and to join the conversation, click this link.

Chemistry in the Library: Sticking with Chemistry Live! (Online)

Date: 10/24/20
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5), Ages 11-13 (Middle School)
Program type: STEM / STEAM
Description:

Ages 7 & up (7-8 year olds must be accompanied by an adult); 60 min. Registration required.

Please take a look at the attachment detailing materials you will need for the experiments. You should have the materials ready and in reach when the class begins.

English Conversation Class-Adult (Online)

Date: 10/26/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Practice conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.  

English for Life & Work Beginning Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/26/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Pronunciation for English Speakers - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/26/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Korean for Beginners (Online)

Date: 10/26/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Space is limited.

National History Day Thesis Workshop (Online)

Date: 10/26/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School), All Ages / Families
Program type: Writing
Description:

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/26/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/26/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/26/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

Preschool Circle Time

Date: 10/27/20
Time: 10:00am - 10:30am
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool)
Description:

Join Chris Mancini, Children's Instructor, East Columbia Branch- Howard County Library System, for Preschool Circle Time!

Preschool circle time will review preschool skills: calendar, numbers, letters, colors, songs and rhymes. Perfect for age 2-5 year olds with an adult.

Get connected from the comfort of your own home! It's free, all young children can join!

This class is offered through the community organization Oakland Mills Online.

Please click on the website below to access the link to join the online class, the day of the event.

https://www.oaklandmillsonline.com/

English For the Workplace

Date: 10/27/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Reading, Writing & Grammar - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/27/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Baby Time

Date: 10/27/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool)
Description:

Join Christine Mancini, Children's Instructor, East Columbia Branch of the Howard County Library System, for Baby Time!

Join Miss Chris and share bounces, rhymes and tickles. Perfect for babies and toddlers with an adult.

This class is offered through the community organization Oakland Mills Online.

Please click on the website below to access the link to join the online class, the day of the event.

https://www.oaklandmillsonline.com/

Preschool Parade (Online)

Date: 10/27/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

Veterans Songwriting Workshop

Date: 10/27/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Writing
Description:

Capps is a graduate of songwriting and music production programs at Berklee College of Music. Songwriters and music producers from Nashville and Austin will also take part in the workshops.

Sponsored b y M&T Bank and Friends & Foundation of HCLS

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/27/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/27/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/27/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/27/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

American English Pronunciation

Date: 10/28/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

English for Life & Work Intermediate Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/28/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For English language learners at the intermediate level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. 

Welcome, New Baby! (Online)

Date: 10/28/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

Ages 0-5, all ages/families. Registration required. 20 minutes.

Welcome, New Baby!

Prepare for the arrival of a baby in this class for new siblings. Enjoy stories and activities and bring a favorite doll or stuffed animal to practice holding a baby. Resources for parents too.

Prerecorded Class

Learn to Podcast with HoCoCast (Online)

Date: 10/28/20
Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Community & Culture
Description:

Ages 11-18, 60 min.

Curious about podcasting? Join us each month to learn the basics and work on upcoming episodes of HoCoCast, the library's teen produced podcast. No experience necessary.

Fall Teen Trivia! (online)

Date: 10/28/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

For Teens. Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 13-17.

The game starts at 4:30 pm. Every second Wednesday will be a LIVE! Kahoot on Zoom.

Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation.

Speakeasy Book Discussion (Online)

Date: 10/28/20
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us for a virtual literary happy hour. 4th Wednesdays; 6 - 7 pm.

October 28: Burning Down the Haus by Tim Mohr

For assistance in getting the book, please email [email protected]

Romantic Reads (Online)

Date: 10/28/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Love to read romance novels? Do you need an escape from reality? Join the new Romantic Reads Book Discussion!

Discuss your favorite romance author and book or series with other fellow romance readers. You will "zoom" away with new authors and books to add to your wish list of books to read!

For this session, we will be focusing on books by the author Colleen Hooever. At your convenience, please read any book by Colleen Hoover

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.This email will also contain the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/28/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/28/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/28/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

Reading & Speaking - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/28/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

English for Life & Work Advanced Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/29/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners at an advanced level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  

Speaking & Listening - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/29/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Opioid Overdose Response Training with Howard County Health Department (Online)

Date: 10/29/20
Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Presented by the Howard County Health Department. In this Opioid Overdose Response online training, you will learn the following:

1) What are opioids
2) Signs of an overdose
3) How to respond to an opioid overdose
4) How to administer Naloxone
5) How to provide care to victims after an overdose
6) How to receive Naloxone after attending this training

Click here to learn more and to register.

Family Time Live! (Online)

Date: 10/29/20
Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

HCLS Trivia Thursday! (Online)

Date: 10/29/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 18+. Please email [email protected] for the link and other details.

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/29/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/29/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/29/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/29/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Parent Conversation Class - Adult (Online)

Date: 10/30/20
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners.

Family Time (Online)

Date: 10/30/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

If you miss this class, past classes are posted on the Howard County Library System YouTube channel Playlists [use link: https://www.youtube.com/user/howardcountylibrary/playlists].

Brain Fitness! (Online)

Date: 10/30/20
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Receive fun and interactive activities that challenge thinking and help you stay mentally active through email. Email [email protected] to receive activities and instructions.

English Conversation Class-Adult (Online)

Date: 11/02/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Practice conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.  

English for Life & Work Beginning Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/02/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Pronunciation for English Speakers - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/02/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Baby Games (Online)

Date: 11/02/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

If you miss this class, past classes are posted on the Howard County Library System YouTube channel Playlists [use link: https://www.youtube.com/user/howardcountylibrary/playlists].

Films that Connect Us (Online)

Date: 11/02/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Movies
Description:

How do films shape and connect us?
Watch the film prior to the actual discussion dates; by signing up for a free Kanopy account through HCLS.

Nov 2nd Title to be announced

Global Reads (Online)

Date: 11/02/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Read and discuss a wide range of fiction and non-fiction books on different cultures around the world as well as immigrant fiction.

1st Mondays; 7- 8 pm.

Join for an online discussion of the following titles:

November 2nd: The Gifted School by Bruce Holsinger

Availability of physical copies is not guaranteed.

Read. Think. Talk.

Date: 11/02/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group:
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Read and discuss a wide array of literary and popular fiction.

1st Mondays; 7 - 8 pm.

Join for an online discussion of the following titles:

Oct 5: A Scanner Darkly by Phillip K. Dick

Nov 2: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. LeGuin

Availability of physical copies is not guaranteed.

For additional assistance in obtaining this title, please email eric.laun[email protected]

Korean for Beginners (Online)

Date: 11/02/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Space is limited.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/02/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/02/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/02/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

English For the Workplace

Date: 11/03/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Reading, Writing & Grammar - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/03/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Black-eyed Susan Picture Book Club (Online)

Date: 11/03/20
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Grades K-3. Registration required. 60 minutes.

Listen to and discuss picture book nominees for Maryland’s children's choice award, in preparation for spring voting.

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/03/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/03/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/03/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/03/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

American English Pronunciation

Date: 11/04/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

English for Life & Work Intermediate Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/04/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For English language learners at the intermediate level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. 

Knot Just Knitters (Online)

Date: 11/04/20
Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: DIY & Crafts
Description:

Ages 11-18 & Adults; 90 min.

Fall Teen Trivia! (online)

Date: 11/04/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

For Teens. Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 13-17.

The game starts at 4:30 pm. Every second Wednesday will be a LIVE! Kahoot on Zoom.

Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation.

Newbery Book Club (Online)

Date: 11/04/20
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Grades 4-6. Registration required. 60 minutes.

Discussions and activities related to Newbery Medal and Newbery Honor winners.

Books on Tap (Online)

Date: 11/04/20
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

This Group will be reading:

Sep 2 - The Art Forger by B.A.Shapiro.

Oct 7 - The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See. This is a One Maryland One Book 2020 title.

Nov 4 - Voices from Chernobyl: The Oral History of a Nuclear Disaster by Svetlana Alexievich.

One Maryland One Book - A Culture of Purpose and Meaning: Disrupt Aging presented by AARP (Online)

Date: 11/04/20
Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Community connection and continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of the collective even after their diving days are over are central to the haenyeo culture depicted in the 2020 One Maryland One Book selection, The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See.

AARP highlights the importance of maintaining purpose and meaning throughout life. Disrupt Aging is a concept for everyone who wants to keep exploring possibilities, celebrating discovery over decline, looking forward to connection and expansion and seeking out opportunities to live their best life–at any age.

Presented by Kent County Public Library with support from Howard County Public Library System. A link for this virtual program will be emailed to all registrants 2 hours before the program begins. Click here to register.

One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library.

About One Maryland One Book

One Maryland One Book (OMOB) is Maryland’s first-ever statewide community reading project and is the signature program of the Maryland Center for the Book at Maryland Humanities. Initiated in fall 2008, this year-long project culminates with three months of public programs and is designed to bring together diverse people in communities across the state through the shared experience of reading the same book. Readers are then invited to participate in book-centered discussions and other events at public libraries, high schools, colleges and universities, museums, bookstores, and community and senior centers. The selected book for 2020 is The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See. The Island of Sea Women is a powerful tale of a decades-long friendship that takes place on the Korean island of Jeju. Readers will be turning the pages eagerly to see how the closest bond of friendship came to its breaking point.

For more information, visit the Maryland Humanities website.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/04/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/04/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/04/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

Reading & Speaking - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/04/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

English for Life & Work Advanced Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/05/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners at an advanced level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  

Speaking & Listening - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/05/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Family Time Live! (Online)

Date: 11/05/20
Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

HCLS Trivia Thursday! (Online)

Date: 11/05/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 18+. Please email [email protected] for the link and other details.

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/05/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/05/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/05/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/05/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Parent Conversation Class - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/06/20
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners.

Family Time (Online)

Date: 11/06/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

Brain Fitness! (Online)

Date: 11/06/20
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Receive fun and interactive activities that challenge thinking and help you stay mentally active through email. Email [email protected] to receive activities and instructions.

English Conversation Class-Adult (Online)

Date: 11/09/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Practice conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.  

English for Life & Work Beginning Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/09/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Pronunciation for English Speakers - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/09/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Films that Connect Us (Online)

Date: 11/09/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Movies
Description:

How do films shape and connect us?
Watch the film prior to the actual discussion dates; by signing up for a free Kanopy account through HCLS.

Nov 9 Title to be announced

Good Reads (Online)

Date: 11/09/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Discuss literary fiction or a book to film adaptation*

2nd Mondays; 7 - 8 pm.

Nov 09 Valentine: a novel by Elizabeth Wetmore

* Book to film adaptations will be available via Kanopy https://howardcounty.kanopy.com/

Korean for Beginners (Online)

Date: 11/09/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Space is limited.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/09/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/09/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/09/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

English For the Workplace

Date: 11/10/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Reading, Writing & Grammar - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/10/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Preschool Parade (Online)

Date: 11/10/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

ELKs Excellent Reads (online)

Date: 11/10/20
Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Community & Culture
Description:

One Maryland One Book event

ELKs Excellent reads book group will be discussing:

The Island of Sea Women

by Lisa See

One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities.

Opioid Overdose Response Training with Howard County Health Department (Online)

Date: 11/10/20
Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Click here to learn more and to register.

Teen Advisory Board (Online)

Date: 11/10/20
Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Ages 11-18, 60 min.

Recommend books music and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with HCLS instructors on projects you create.

Eclectic Evenings (Online)

Date: 11/10/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

November 10: Online discussion of "A Gentleman in Moscow" by Amor Towles. **Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online discussion. If you prefer to participate by phone register for the online class and then at least one day before the discussion email [email protected] to request the dial-in information.**

For assistance in obtaining a copy of the book, contact Nancy Tennant at [email protected]

Hackerman Best & Next Series: Devin Allen & DeRay McKesson

Date: 11/10/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Community & Culture
Description:

FREE tickets for Zoom Webinar and Facebook Live go on sale October 27 at 9am through Eventbrite. Click here to register beginning 10/27/2020.

Join us as we honor Devin Allen's work, lead in conversation with DeRay Mckesson.

Devin Allen is a self-taught artist, born and raised in West Baltimore. He gained national attention when his photograph of the Baltimore Uprising was published on the cover of Time in May 2015 – only the third time the work of an amateur photographer had been featured. Five years later, after the death of George Floyd, Tony Mcaded, and Breonna Taylor, his photograph from a BlackTrans Lives Matter protest was published on the cover of Time magazine for 2nd time in June 2020. His photographs have also appeared in New York Magazine, the New York Times, the Washington Post, and Aperture and in the permanent collections of the National Museum of African American History & Culture, the Reginald F. Lewis Museum, and the Studio Museum in Harlem. He is the founder of Through Their Eyes, a youth photography educational program, and the winner of the 2017 Gordon Parks Foundation Fellowship. In 2017 he nominated for an NAACP Image Award for debuting author for his book "A Beautiful Ghetto, and Award from The Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture for dynamic leadership in the Arts and Activism.

DeRay Mckesson is a civil rights activist focused primarily on issues of innovation, equity and justice. Born and raised in Baltimore, he graduated from Bowdoin College and holds honorary doctorates from The New School and the Maryland Institute College of Art. DeRay has advocated for issues related to children, youth, and families since he was a teen. As a leading voice in the Black Lives Matter Movement and a co-founder of Campaign Zero, DeRay has worked to connect individuals with knowledge and tools, and provide citizens and policy makers with commonsense policies that ensure equity. He has been praised by President Obama for his work as a community organizer, has advised officials at all levels of government and internationally, and continues to provide capacity to activists, organizers, and influencers to make an impact.

Send questions for Devin Allen to [email protected] by November 9, to be answered during the live program.

Presented by Enoch Pratt Free Library with support from: Anne Arundel County Public Library, Charles County Public Library, Prince George's County Memorial Library System, Calvert Library, Carroll County Public Library, Howard County Library System, Talbot County Free Library, and Worcester County Library.

ASL interpretation will be available for attendees.

This lecture is made possible by the Hackerman Foundation.

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/10/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/10/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/10/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/10/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Library Closed - Veterans Day

Date: 11/11/20
Time: 12:00am - 12:00am
Branch: Central Branch
Age group:
Description:

All branches are closed in observance of Veterans Day.

Pins & Needle Arts (Online)

Date: 11/12/20
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Art & Music
Description:

Join other adults who knit crochet embroider and sew in an open forum for creating conversing sharing and learning. To register and receive links/instructions email [email protected]

English for Life & Work Advanced Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/12/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners at an advanced level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  

Speaking & Listening - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/12/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Writers' Guild (Online)

Date: 11/12/20
Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Writing
Description:

Ages 14-18, 60 min.

German Conversation Club (Online)

Date: 11/12/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Improve your ability to communicate and interact in German in a fun and casual setting.

Meet every second and fourth Thursday of the month.

Register with an email to receive a link to join the online class. This email will also contain the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone

HCLS Trivia Thursday! (Online)

Date: 11/12/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 18+. Please email [email protected] for the link and other details.

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/12/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/12/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/12/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/12/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Parent Conversation Class - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/13/20
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners.

Brain Fitness! (Online)

Date: 11/13/20
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Receive fun and interactive activities that challenge thinking and help you stay mentally active through email. Email [email protected] to receive activities and instructions.

English Conversation Class-Adult (Online)

Date: 11/16/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Practice conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.  

English for Life & Work Beginning Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/16/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Pronunciation for English Speakers - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/16/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Korean for Beginners (Online)

Date: 11/16/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Space is limited.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/16/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/16/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/16/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

English For the Workplace

Date: 11/17/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Reading, Writing & Grammar - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/17/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Preschool Parade (Online)

Date: 11/17/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

If you miss this class, past classes are posted on the Howard County Library System YouTube channel Playlists [use link: https://www.youtube.com/user/howardcountylibrary/playlists].

STEAM Powered Book Club (Online)

Date: 11/17/20
Time: 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Ages 7-9. 45 minutes. Registration required.

Read Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew: Small Volcanoes (#1) before the meeting. Join our zoom discussion about the book, then participate in a related STEAM activity.

Please note that books read on Tumblebooks are best displayed on a laptop or desktop computer.

Warning Graphic Content

Date: 11/17/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels. 3rd Tuesdays 7 - 8 pm.

Nov 17 Title to be announced / To be determined

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. This email will also contain as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.

Racial Inequity and Action in Maryland (Online)

Date: 11/17/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Community & Culture
Description:

Learn about top racial equity issues in our state and what you can do to make a difference. Featuring a panel discussion by experts and activists.

Please register with an email address to receive a confirmation email with a link to join the session. The email will also contain the dial-in information if you wish to participate by phone.

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/17/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/17/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/17/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/17/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

American English Pronunciation

Date: 11/18/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

English for Life & Work Intermediate Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/18/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For English language learners at the intermediate level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. 

Fall Teen Trivia! (online)

Date: 11/18/20
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

For Teens. Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 13-17.

The game starts at 4:30 pm. Every second Wednesday will be a LIVE! Kahoot on Zoom.

Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation.

Black-eyed Susan Book Club Grades 4-6 (Online)

Date: 11/18/20
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Grades 4-6. Registration required. 60 minutes.

Discussions about state award nominees. Vote for a winner in April.

ESL Level 1 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/18/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 2 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/18/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

ESL Level 3 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/18/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low intermediate levels.  This class meets twice a week on Mon. & Wed

Reading & Speaking - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/18/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Pins & Needle Arts (Online)

Date: 11/19/20
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Art & Music
Description:

Join other adults who knit crochet embroider and sew in an open forum for creating conversing sharing and learning. To register and receive links/instructions email [email protected]

English for Life & Work Advanced Level - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/19/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners at an advanced level.
Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  

Speaking & Listening - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/19/20
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Noontime Books (Online)

Date: 11/19/20
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join for an online discussion of the following titles:

August 20: Emma by Jane Austen

September 17: Searching for Sylvie Lee by Jean Kwok

October 15: This Tender Land by William Kent Kruger

Family Time Live! (Online)

Date: 11/19/20
Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

HCLS Trivia Thursday! (Online)

Date: 11/19/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Play HCLS trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 18+. Please email [email protected] for the link and other details.

Non Fiction Addiction (Online)

Date: 11/19/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Explore the genre of non fiction and join our discussions!

Nov 19th: "21 Lessons for the 21st Century" by Yuval N Harari

*ebooks and e-audiobooks available via Overdrive/Libby

*While supplies last, physical copies can be reserved for contactless pickup http://hclibrary.org/books-movies-music/contactless-pickup/

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. This email will also contain as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.

ESL Level 4 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/19/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  It is suitable for language learners in high intermediate level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 5 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/19/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in low advanced level. This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

ESL Level 6 - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/19/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

This is a class for adult English language learners. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is suitable for language learners in high advanced level.  This class meets twice a week on Tue. & Thur.

U.S. Citizenship - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/19/20
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Morning Books with Coffee (Online)

Date: 11/20/20
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Book to film / film discussion Fridays; 10 - 11 am.

Nov 20: A Brilliant Young Mind

Film selections can be viewed via Kanopy through Howard County Library System.

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.

This email will also contain as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.

Parent Conversation Class - Adult (Online)

Date: 11/20/20
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

For adult English language learners.

Book Corner

Date: 11/20/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:45am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Welcome to Book Corner! In this class we will talk about our current favorite reads and hear from you about your favorites. We will discuss fun questions about books: who is your favorite protagonist of all times, what you love most about the genre of your choice or which book changed your perspective...........the possibilities are endless and enticing.

Join us in our Book Corner every 3rd Friday of each month to talk about our favorite subject – books!

Brain Fitness! (Online)

Date: 11/20/20
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Receive fun and interactive activities that challenge thinking and help you stay mentally active through email. Email [email protected] to receive activities and instructions.

Baby Games (Online)

Date: 11/23/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

If you miss this class, past classes are posted on the Howard County Library System YouTube channel Playlists [use link: https://www.youtube.com/user/howardcountylibrary/playlists].

Korean for Beginners (Online)

Date: 11/23/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Space is limited.

Preschool Parade (Online)

Date: 11/24/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), Ages 5 - 10 (Grades K-5)
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

Welcome, New Baby! (Online)

Date: 11/25/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 0 - 4 (Infant/Toddler/ Preschool), All Ages / Families
Program type: Start Ready (Kindergarten Readiness)
Description:

Ages 0-5, all ages/families. Registration required. 20 minutes.

Welcome, New Baby!

Prepare for the arrival of a baby in this class for new siblings. Enjoy stories and activities and bring a favorite doll or stuffed animal to practice holding a baby. Resources for parents too.

Prerecorded Class

Library Closing at 5pm - Thanksgiving Holiday

Date: 11/25/20
Time: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group:
Description:

All branches will close at 5pm on Wednesday, November 25, 2020 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closed - Thanksgiving Holiday

Date: 11/26/20
Time: 12:00am - 12:00am
Branch: Central Branch
Age group:
Description:

All branches will be closed Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closed - Thanksgiving Holiday

Date: 11/27/20
Time: 12:00am - 12:00am
Branch: Central Branch
Age group:
Description:

All branches will be closed Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Korean for Beginners (Online)

Date: 11/30/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Language
Description:

Space is limited.

Opioid Overdose Response Training with Howard County Health Department (Online)

Date: 12/01/20
Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Click here to learn more and to register.

Knot Just Knitters (Online)

Date: 12/02/20
Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: DIY & Crafts
Description:

Ages 11-18 & Adults; 90 min.

Eclectic Evenings (Online)

Date: 12/08/20
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

September 8: Online discussion of "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain. **Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online discussion. If you prefer to participate by phone register for the online class and then at least one day before the discussion email [email protected] to request the dial-in information.**

"The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" is available electronically through Project Gutenberg at http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/76.

For assistance in obtaining a copy of the book, contact Nancy Tennant at [email protected]

Teen Advisory Board (Online)

Date: 12/09/20
Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Ages 11-18, 60 min.

Recommend books music and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with HCLS instructors on projects you create.

Learn to Podcast with HoCoCast (Online)

Date: 12/15/20
Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Community & Culture
Description:

Ages 11-18, 60 min.

Curious about podcasting? Join us each month to learn the basics and work on upcoming episodes of HoCoCast, the library's teen produced podcast. No experience necessary.

Writers' Guild (Online)

Date: 12/16/20
Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Writing
Description:

Ages 14-18, 60 min.

Noontime Books (Online)

Date: 12/17/20
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join for an online discussion of the following titles:

August 20: Emma by Jane Austen

September 17: Searching for Sylvie Lee by Jean Kwok

October 15: This Tender Land by William Kent Kruger

Opioid Overdose Response Training with Howard County Health Department (Online)

Date: 12/17/20
Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Click here to learn more and to register.

Book Corner

Date: 12/18/20
Time: 11:00am - 11:45am
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join us in our Book Corner every 3rd Friday of each month to talk about our favorite subject – books!

Library Closed - Winter Holiday (Christmas Eve)

Date: 12/24/20
Time: 12:00am - 12:00am
Branch: Central Branch
Age group:
Description:

Library Closed - Winter Holiday (Christmas Day)

Date: 12/25/20
Time: 12:00am - 12:00am
Branch: Central Branch
Age group:
Description:

Library Closing at 5pm - New Year's Eve

Date: 12/31/20
Time: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group:
Description:

All branches will close at 5pm on Thursday, December 31, 2020

Library Closed - New Year's Day

Date: 01/01/21
Time: 12:00am - 12:00am
Branch: Central Branch
Age group:
Description:

All branches will be closed on January 1, 2021

Knot Just Knitters (Online)

Date: 01/06/21
Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School), Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: DIY & Crafts
Description:

Ages 11-18 & Adults; 90 min.

Eclectic Evenings (Online)

Date: 01/12/21
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

"The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" is available electronically through Project Gutenberg at http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/76.

For assistance in obtaining a copy of the book, contact Nancy Tennant at [email protected]

Teen Advisory Board (Online)

Date: 01/13/21
Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Fun & Games!
Description:

Ages 11-18, 60 min.

Recommend books music and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with HCLS instructors on projects you create.

Library Closed - Martin Luther King, Jr Day

Date: 01/18/21
Time: 12:00am - 12:00am
Branch: Central Branch
Age group:
Description:

All branches will be closed on January 18, 2021 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Writers' Guild (Online)

Date: 01/20/21
Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Writing
Description:

Ages 14-18, 60 min.

Noontime Books (Online)

Date: 01/21/21
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join for an online discussion of the following titles:

August 20: Emma by Jane Austen

September 17: Searching for Sylvie Lee by Jean Kwok

October 15: This Tender Land by William Kent Kruger

Learn to Podcast with HoCoCast (Online)

Date: 01/27/21
Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 11-13 (Middle School), Ages 14 - 17 (High School)
Program type: Community & Culture
Description:

Ages 11-18, 60 min.

Curious about podcasting? Join us each month to learn the basics and work on upcoming episodes of HoCoCast, the library's teen produced podcast. No experience necessary.

Eclectic Evenings (Online)

Date: 02/09/21
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

"The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" is available electronically through Project Gutenberg at http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/76.

For assistance in obtaining a copy of the book, contact Nancy Tennant at [email protected]

Library Closed - Presidents' Day

Date: 02/15/21
Time: 12:00am - 12:00am
Branch: Central Branch
Age group:
Description:

All branches will be closed on February 15, 2021 in honor of Presidents' Day

Noontime Books (Online)

Date: 02/18/21
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join for an online discussion of the following titles:

August 20: Emma by Jane Austen

September 17: Searching for Sylvie Lee by Jean Kwok

October 15: This Tender Land by William Kent Kruger

Eclectic Evenings (Online)

Date: 03/09/21
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

"The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" is available electronically through Project Gutenberg at http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/76.

For assistance in obtaining a copy of the book, contact Nancy Tennant at [email protected]brary.org.

Noontime Books (Online)

Date: 03/18/21
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Ages 18+ (Adults)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:

Join for an online discussion of the following titles:

August 20: Emma by Jane Austen

September 17: Searching for Sylvie Lee by Jean Kwok

October 15: This Tender Land by William Kent Kruger