There are 204 upcoming classes.
3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
Date: 05/08/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners Bingo (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 05/09/25Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
Identify beginning sounds, build vocabulary, identify colors and shapes while having fun playing BINGO!
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Friday Coding Club
Date: 05/09/25Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.
Chemistry in the Library- Chemists Celebrate Earth Week (CCEW) Ages 7+, RG
Date: 05/10/25Time: 11:00am - 11:45am
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Children, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Theme: Glaciers: Hot Topic, Cool Chemistry!
Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for a hands-on program on the chemistry of glaciers. Program is appropriate for ages 7 and up (grades 2-12). Students aged 7-8 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration recommended.
Ask An Expert Cyclist
Date: 05/10/25Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Drop in and learn to fix a flat, raise a seat, adjust the brakes, or get answers to other basic cycling questions. Learn how and where to ride, cycling-related discounts, group rides and racing, commuting, and regular repair and maintenance. Bring your own bike for specific advice. No registration required. All ages (9 and under with adult).
Other dates and locations:
April 12th at Central
April 26th at Glenwood
May 10th at East Columbia
May 24th at Miller
June 7th at Elkridge
June 21st at Savage
Biz Kidz Academy: Mentoring, Team Building & Leadership Workshop (8-10 years) RG
Date: 05/10/25Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10; 90 min. Registration Required.
Children participate in fun and interactive activities that promote leadership, team building, and self-confidence building. Participants engage in communication, active listening, positive decision-making, and problem-solving activities.
Leaning Objectives:
• Building communication, team collaboration, and leadership skills
• Constructing problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Fostering student’s growth by sharing insights and experiences
• Supporting, encouraging, and building confidence
Open A/V Lab and Creativity Space
Date: 05/12/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the design software and equipment in the Audio-Visual Lab for all of your creative projects. Writers, filmmakers, photographers, musicians, and creators of all kinds invited!
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
- Sound dampened audio recording booth
- Electronic instruments
- Adobe suite applications
- Wacom drawing tablets
- Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Adult Beyond Words - Special Day
Date: 05/13/25Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Adult Beyond Words, an inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of people (ages 18+) with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.
Participants may partake in five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - with activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - with puzzles and cognitive challenges that nurture intellectual growth and problem-solving skills
Movement - with active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration that focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Sensory - where calm, relaxation, and play combine to stimulate and regulate the senses to reduce anxiety and stress
With a new theme and different stations each month, Adult Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for this month is Pollinators & Other Bugs
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 05/13/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners: Spring Into Science (3-5 years with adult) TK
Date: 05/13/25Time: 10:30am - 11:15am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required.
Explore spring science themes through children's literature and hands-on activities.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 05/13/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 05/14/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Hour of Code (8-11 years) RG
Date: 05/14/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required.
Open to experienced and new coders; Hour of Code offers step-by-step tutorials at any level. Learn about the basics of computer science programming and meet fellow coders. Let your coding adventures begin!
Etched Vases with the Cricut
Date: 05/14/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Take your creativity to the next level. Design and create a stencil with the Cricut machine, then use etching cream to transfer the design to a glass vase. All materials provided. Adults 18+ only. Registration required.
AI in Our Community: Exploring AI’s social impact.
Date: 05/14/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
AI IN OUR COMMUNITY
A conversation exploring AI’s social impact.
Keynote Speaker: Crystal Trice: AI and Education: Embracing Change and Managing the Tension
Join Crystal Trice, an award-winning public librarian and national presenter, who will explore the profound impact of AI on education, offering insights into how AI is reshaping teaching, learning, and parental involvement, and strategies for navigating these changes. By focusing on practical approaches, Crystal will highlight key trends and provide insights into how educators and families can manage these shifts in ways that are constructive and balanced.
Panel Discussion: AI Across Sectors
Local experts share their AI projects:
David Shahene Jahangiri – Health & Sports Medicine Teacher at Laurel High School. Mr. Jahangiri utilizes AI as a teacher, Head Boys Lacrosse Coach, Special teams coordinator, and Strength & Conditioning coach for wrestling.
Tamim Sookoor, PhD – Senior Professional Staff, JHU APL. Dr. Sookoor is working on WAUTO (Water operations AUTOmation) with Little Patuxent Water Reclamation Plant in Howard County. WAUTO is a machine learning based system that optimizes wastewater reclamation plant operations for communities especially vulnerable to flooding events, like Ellicott City experienced in 2016 and 2018.
Bipendra Basnyat, PhD – Adjunct Professor, UMBC and entrepreneurial innovator. Dr. Basnyat has developed a solution for deterring wildlife in urban landscapes using his AICoexist platform. His research is exploring opportunities to develop and implement humane and innovative solutions for human-wildlife conflict management.
Community Conversation Session
Join community members in discussing concerns, experiences, ideas, and expectations surrounding AI in the local community.
Made possible in part by Friends & Foundation of HCLS and the Institute of Museum and Library Services grant #1589
Conscious Closet: Teens Teach
Date: 05/17/25Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Learn about mindful, sustainable "slow" fashion and ways to reduce textile waste. Attendees are encouraged to bring in and trade their gently used clothes for another article in the Clothing Swap portion of the event.
Conscious Closet is a Teens Teach initiative, created, planned, and instructed by teens.
Makerspace Makeup
Date: 05/17/25Time: 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Miss a Makerspace Monday this year? Makeup the engineering you missed! Magnetic Levitation Machine, Electronic Spirograph, Climbing Robot, Ball Seesaw, Dimmable Lamp, 3D Kinetic Spiral Machine, Light-Sensing Lamp are just some of the projects available in this special!
Introduction to Microscopes: Pond Life (ages 8-10) TK
Date: 05/17/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10. 1 hour. Ticket required.
Do you like science? Come learn how to use a microscope! We will learn the different parts of microscopes, look at slides, make our own slides, and discover different types of plant and animal life in pond water.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
From Code to Cash: The AI Revolution in Government Economics
Date: 05/17/25Time: 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Have you ever used artificial intelligence (AI) on a homework assignment to make your answers more accurate? Believe it or not, economic professionals are thinking about doing this too! The use of AI in the development of fiscal policy is a newly-developed concept which has a lot of potential to be a success. This 10-15 minute presentation by Malvika Dhond, a sophomore enrolled in Marriotts Ridge High School's G/T Independent Research Program, will go over her comprehensive research on this fascinating topic. Students will have the chance to learn about this application of AI and receive recommendations on how they can use the information to their advantage in the future. Students will also be provided information regarding how the HCPSS G/T Intern/Mentor and Independent Research Programs work if they are interested in registering for them. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.
This class is part of the HCLS Teens Teach initiative, in which teens develop, plan, and share their passions and expertise with the community.
Registration is recommended but not required.
What's For an Owl's Lunch? (3rd-5th Grade) RG
Date: 05/17/25Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3rd-5th Grade; 60 min. Registration required.
Dissect the pellets that owls regurgitate and put the contents back together like a puzzle to see what owls eat but don't digest.
Fairytale Engineering: Goldilocks & the Three Bears (ages 6-9) TK
Date: 05/19/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-9. 45 min. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Too big, too small, or just right? Travel to the fairytale world of Goldilocks & the Three Bears by hearing a version of this story, and then design a plan to help the bears build a chair that Goldilocks can’t break.
Open A/V Lab and Creativity Space
Date: 05/19/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the design software and equipment in the Audio-Visual Lab for all of your creative projects. Writers, filmmakers, photographers, musicians, and creators of all kinds invited!
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
- Sound dampened audio recording booth
- Electronic instruments
- Adobe suite applications
- Wacom drawing tablets
- Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 05/20/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 05/20/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Garden Discovery [ages 4-6/with adult] TK
Date: 05/20/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 4-6 with adult. 45 min. Ticket required.
You are invited to roll-up your sleeves and help with the care and keeping of the Enchanted Garden. Be ready to work together and get a little dirty! Each session will feature an exciting garden topic and hands-on activity.
Tickets available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
STEAM Makers: Draw & Float (8-11 years) RG
Date: 05/21/25Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required.
Watch your creations float on water through experimenting with various polymers found in inks and nail polish. Take a masterpiece home! Dress for mess and the outdoors as weather permits.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 05/21/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Elementary Math Explorers (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 05/21/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10. 45 min. Ticket required, available FREE at the Children's Desk beginning 15 minutes before class start time.
See for yourself just how fun and creative math can be with hands-on math games, puzzles, tools, activities, and/or crafts.
Over different sessions, we'll build, play, design, and math-talk our way through topics ranging from secret codes and fascinating patterns to 3-D shapes and minute-to-win-it time measurement challenges - and more!
Children are encouraged to build their math skills and their confidence to explore, discover, ask questions, solve problems, and meet new friends. Take-home resources available after class.
Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch
Date: 05/22/25Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Participants will journey through five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - where hands and hearts intertwine in activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination, fostering a sense of accomplishment
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - where puzzles and cognitive challenges become stepping stones to triumph, nurturing intellectual growth and problem-solving prowess
Movement - where active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Education - where learning takes center stage featuring a focus on counting, letter/word recognition, basic math, or a science activity
With a new theme and different stations each month, Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Welcome to a place where every participant is celebrated for the unique colors they bring to the canvas of life.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for May is "Pollinators & Other Bugs."
*Each location will offer the same number of stations, but activities will vary between branches
Waste Warriors: Upcycled Jewelry and Crafts
Date: 05/22/25Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children, Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create bracelets from beads made from recycled bottle caps and make a terrarium from a plastic bottle, while learning more about single use plastic and how to reuse it from Upcycled.
Grades 5-9, registration required
Taught in collaboration by Upcycled: https://www.goupcycled.com/
STEAM Powered Book Club [2nd-3rd grade] RG
Date: 05/22/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
2nd-3rd grade. 45 minutes. Registration required.
Join our discussion about the book, then participate in a related STEAM activity. This month we will be reading Jasmine Toguchi, mochi queen by Debbi Michiko Florence. (Pick up at Children’s Desk after registering). Please read the book before book club.
We will be making mochi, and students will have an opportunity to taste a prepackaged mochi snack.
Grades strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
This session is part of HCLS' AAPI Heritage Month celebration series. Please click here to find more classes and events for all ages.
AI Petting Zoo
Date: 05/22/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Test-drive a selection of AI tools and chatbots without sacrificing any privacy by signing up for an account or app in this interactive class. Develop skills in crafting effective prompts, understand the capabilities of different AI technologies, and recognize ethical issues related to AI development and usage. All skill levels welcome.
Registration is optional. Register if you wish to receive email reminders and updates about this class and related events. All seating is first-come, first-served.
Little Learners Bingo (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 05/23/25Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
Identify beginning sounds, build vocabulary, identify colors and shapes while having fun playing BINGO!
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Ask An Expert Cyclist
Date: 05/24/25Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Drop in and learn to fix a flat, raise a seat, adjust the brakes, or get answers to other basic cycling questions. Learn how and where to ride, cycling-related discounts, group rides and racing, commuting, and regular repair and maintenance. Bring your own bike for specific advice. No registration required. All ages (9 and under with adult).
Other dates and locations:
April 12th at Central
April 26th at Glenwood
May 10th at East Columbia
May 24th at Miller
June 7th at Elkridge
June 21st at Savage
LEGO® Build (All Ages, Families)
Date: 05/24/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All Ages - children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. 1 hour. Drop-in.
Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build a LEGO® blocks masterpiece. We'll supply the LEGO® blocks - you bring the creativity!
STEAM Makers: Draw & Float (8-11 years) RG
Date: 05/24/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required.
Watch your creations float on water through experimenting with various polymers found in inks and nail polish. Take a masterpiece home! Dress for mess and the outdoors as weather permits.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 05/27/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
STEAM Stations [ages 3-5 w/ adult] TK
Date: 05/27/25Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 adult. Allow 30-45 minutes. Ticket required.
Explore stations with activities that stimulate and encourage children to explore and investigate.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 05/27/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
STEAM Stations [ages 3-5 w/ adult] TK
Date: 05/27/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult. Allow 30-45 minutes. Ticket required.
Explore stations with activities that stimulate and encourage children to explore and investigate.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 05/28/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Teen Beyond Words
Date: 05/28/25Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Teen Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Participants will journey through five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - where hands and hearts intertwine in activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination, fostering a sense of accomplishment
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - where puzzles and cognitive challenges become stepping stones to triumph, nurturing intellectual growth and problem-solving prowess
Movement - where active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Sensory - where calm, relaxation, and play combine to stimulate and regulate the senses to reduce anxiety and stress
With a new theme and different stations each month, Teen Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Welcome to a place where every participant is celebrated for the unique colors they bring to the canvas of life.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for this month is Pollinators & Other Insects
FAM: Fun At Miller
Math With Me (7-11 years) TK
Date: 05/28/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7-11; 60 min. Ticket required.
This math meet-up is designed to make math magical. Stories, math skills, and concepts will change each class.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Savage 3D Printing Meetup
Date: 05/28/25Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Are you interested in 3D printing, optimizing designs for 3D printing, or building your own 3D printer at home?
Drop-in to our community meet-up where you can collaborate with fellow enthusiasts, work on 3D design projects, ask questions, share ideas, and expand your knowledge about CAD, our Makerbot Method X, and 3D printing in general.
Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level. Register to receive reminder emails.
3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
Date: 05/29/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners Bingo (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 05/30/25Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
Identify beginning sounds, build vocabulary, identify colors and shapes while having fun playing BINGO!
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Chemistry in the Library: Glaciers: Hot Topic, Cool Chemistry! (Ages 7 & up, 7 & 8 with adult) RG
Date: 05/31/25Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7 & up (7-8 year olds must be accompanied by an adult). 60 min. Registration required.
Chemistry in the Library – Chemists Celebrate Earth Week (CCEW)
Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for a hands-on program on the chemistry of glaciers.
Biz Kidz Academy: Drawing Workshop (8-10 years) RG
Date: 05/31/25Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10; 90 min. Registration Required.
Our Drawing Workshop helps kids build confidence as they find their own creative voice and approach to art through drawing. Workshop participants have fun as they engage in step- bystep simple, yet fun and inspiring drawing projects using pencil and paper. Students will build their drawing skills as they explore the basics of drawing with creative line sketches, shapes, forms, and more. All art supplies will be provided.
Learning Objectives:
• Developing basic drawing skills
• Producing simple drawings that demonstrate innovative concepts
• Understanding drawing as a form of communication and self-expression
• Conveying feelings and emotions through creative drawing elements
• Discovering the significance and value of art in their lives
All Together Now (All ages) TK
Date: 06/02/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 06/03/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
eReader Lab
Date: 06/03/25Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Want to learn how to use the library’s e-book resources? We will show you how to use Libby, Cloud Library and Hoopla with a Q&A time. Bring your device and we will get you started using our e-book resources
Bring your questions!
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 06/03/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 06/03/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 06/04/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Pride Magnets with the Cricut
Date: 06/04/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Celebrate pride and creativity in this vibrant, hands-on crafting class! Create rainbow-colored pride magnets using the Cricut machine and sublimation techniques. Whether you're new to Cricut crafting or a seasoned pro, we'll guide you through the entire process, from design to finished project. All materials will be provided. Registration Required.
This session is part of HCLS' Pride Month celebration series. Please click here to find more classes and events for all ages.
3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
Date: 06/05/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners Bingo (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 06/06/25Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
Identify beginning sounds, build vocabulary, identify colors and shapes while having fun playing BINGO!
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Ask An Expert Cyclist
Date: 06/07/25Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Drop in and learn to fix a flat, raise a seat, adjust the brakes, or get answers to other basic cycling questions. Learn how and where to ride, cycling-related discounts, group rides and racing, commuting, and regular repair and maintenance. Bring your own bike for specific advice. No registration required. All ages (9 and under with adult).
Other dates and locations:
April 12th at Central
April 26th at Glenwood
May 10th at East Columbia
May 24th at Miller
June 7th at Elkridge
June 21st at Savage
Brilliant Book Binding
Date: 06/07/25Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Have you ever wondered how a book is made? See part of the process as you experience the art of book binding! You will walk away with your very own bound book with blank pages that are perfect for a journal or notebook. All materials are provided.
Magic: The Gathering™ Club
Date: 06/07/25Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Develop math, reading, critical thinking and social skills by playing friendly Magic: the Gathering™ card battles in this ongoing monthly gaming club. Deckboxes, sleeves, dice, and preconstructed decks and booster packs donated by MagiKids™.
Ages 11 - 18
Adult Beyond Words
Date: 06/09/25Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Adult Beyond Words, an inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of people (ages 18+) with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.
Participants may partake in five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - with activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - with puzzles and cognitive challenges that nurture intellectual growth and problem-solving skills
Movement - with active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration that focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Sensory - where calm, relaxation, and play combine to stimulate and regulate the senses to reduce anxiety and stress
With a new theme and different stations each month, Adult Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for this month is
STEM Fun: Code & Go Robot Mouse (ages 6-9) TK
Date: 06/09/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-9. 45 min. Ticket required.
Explore the science of coding and programming with Colby, the programmable mouse.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 06/10/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 06/10/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 06/10/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 06/11/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
Date: 06/12/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Father's Day Keychains with the Laser Cutter (Ages 8+)
Date: 06/12/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Explore how to use the laser cutter/engraver in the Glenwood Makerspace. Create your own custom keepsake from a drawing that you make in class. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. All attendees must register for the class. All materials provided.
Math Lab: Penny Pinchers' Party [3rd-5th grade] TK
Date: 06/12/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Ticket required.
Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills and strategies as we explore different math topics. Participants will become party planners, creating Planning Boards for their clients while staying on budget
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins.
Grades strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
Little Learners Bingo (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 06/13/25Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
Identify beginning sounds, build vocabulary, identify colors and shapes while having fun playing BINGO!
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch
Date: 06/13/25Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Participants will journey through five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - where hands and hearts intertwine in activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination, fostering a sense of accomplishment
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - where puzzles and cognitive challenges become stepping stones to triumph, nurturing intellectual growth and problem-solving prowess
Movement - where active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Education - where learning takes center stage featuring a focus on counting, letter/word recognition, basic math, or a science activity
With a new theme and different stations each month, Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Welcome to a place where every participant is celebrated for the unique colors they bring to the canvas of life.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for June is "Beach/Ocean."
*Each location will offer the same number of stations, but activities will vary between branches
Repair Cafe at the Library
Date: 06/14/25Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Do you have a bike in need of a tuneup? An electric lamp that doesn’t work, or an idea for making one from scratch? If you are interested in how things work, or have a favorite item that needs repair, join us to see what’s possible. Clothing, jewelry, small electrical appliances, toys, furniture. (Sorry, but no smart phones or computers, or gas powered devices.)
Volunteers will evaluate and fix as many of them as they can and offer their expertise on items that are too large or not possible to bring in. Instead of throwing away broken items, bring them to a Repair Cafe where volunteers will do their best to give them a new life.
Registration through the Repair Cafe is required in order to know what you are bringing for repair! Please complete this form: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/bfd9ac7d234447138eeb75df4e95a8c8
Release forms required for all participants. Please download and complete a participant release form from the "Attachments" section of this page, or complete a form when you arrive. Forms for participants under the age of 18 must be signed by a parent or guardian.
Little Learners: Summer Science (3-5 years with adult) TK
Date: 06/16/25Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required.
Explore summer science themes through children's literature and hands-on activities.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 06/17/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 06/17/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
AV Lab
Date: 06/17/25Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
AV Lab
Drop-in to use the equipment in the A/V Studio! Record and mix music or create and edit movies with the help of a HiTech Instructor.
No registration required. Grades 6-12.
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 06/17/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 06/18/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Senior Planet- Job Searching in the Digital Age
Date: 06/18/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
HCLS is partnering with Senior Planet from AARP to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends.
Interested in getting back into the workforce? Curious about the new “gig” economy? This lecture will provide an overview of how to use social media in your job search, demonstrate digital job searching tools like LinkedIn, and offer tips and advice to job seekers.
Please note this is a demonstration / lecture and not a hands-on class.
Magformers® & Rigamajig Junior Build (Ages 5-8) TK
Date: 06/18/25Time: 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Boost your engineering skills by building with Magformers® and Rigamajig Junior.
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
Garage Band (8-11 years) RG
Date: 06/20/25Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-11; allow 50 min. Registration Required.
Learn the basics of song structure and make your own track in Garage Band.
Geometric Origami (7-11 years) RG
Date: 06/20/25Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7-11; 60 min. Registration required.
Make and assemble amazing polyhedrons using paper! No origami experience necessary.
Ask An Expert Cyclist
Date: 06/21/25Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Drop in and learn to fix a flat, raise a seat, adjust the brakes, or get answers to other basic cycling questions. Learn how and where to ride, cycling-related discounts, group rides and racing, commuting, and regular repair and maintenance. Bring your own bike for specific advice. No registration required. All ages (9 and under with adult).
Other dates and locations:
April 12th at Central
April 26th at Glenwood
May 10th at East Columbia
May 24th at Miller
June 7th at Elkridge
June 21st at Savage
Little Learners: Summer Science (3-5 years with adult) TK
Date: 06/23/25Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required.
Explore summer science themes through children's literature and hands-on activities.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Building Bonanza (ages 6-10)
Date: 06/23/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 60 minutes. Drop-in. Dream big and create whatever you can imagine with a variety of building materials.
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 06/24/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 06/24/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 06/24/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 06/24/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
Summer Numbers (5-7 years) TK
Date: 06/25/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-7; 60 min. Ticket required.
Math is all around us! Work together on games and puzzles; exploration and play strengthen math concepts.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Savage 3D Printing Meetup
Date: 06/25/25Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Are you interested in 3D printing, optimizing designs for 3D printing, or building your own 3D printer at home?
Drop-in to our community meet-up where you can collaborate with fellow enthusiasts, work on 3D design projects, ask questions, share ideas, and expand your knowledge about CAD, our Makerbot Method X & Prusa MK4S 3D printers, and 3D printing in general.
Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level. Register to receive reminder emails.
3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
Date: 06/26/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Origami Animals (ages 8-10) TK
Date: 06/26/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. TK, ticket required. Free tickets available 15 minutes prior to class.
Learn about the craft of origami with a fun story and then use origami paper to construct an origami animal!
Pixel Art Challenge (Ages 8-10) TK
Date: 06/26/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Ticket available 15 minutes before class.
Create your own video game inspired 2-D pictures in this pixel art challenge.
Sink or Float: Boat Building 101 (Ages 6-10)
Date: 06/28/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10. 45 minutes. Ticket Required. Ticket available 15 minutes before the class.
Some boats float. Some boats sink. Come out and try making your own boat. Will it sink or float? How much weight can it hold? Cool off with this fun engineering challenge!
Little Learners: Summer Science (3-5 years with adult) TK
Date: 06/30/25Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required.
Explore summer science themes through children's literature and hands-on activities.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 07/01/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
eReader Lab
Date: 07/01/25Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Want to learn how to use the library’s e-book resources? We will show you how to use Libby, Cloud Library and Hoopla with a Q&A time. Bring your device and we will get you started using our e-book resources
Bring your questions!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 07/01/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 07/01/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
STEAM Team [grades 3-5] RG
Date: 07/01/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Grades 3-5. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Wednesday, June 25 @ 10a.
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 07/01/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
STEAM Team [grades 3-5] RG
Date: 07/02/25Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Grades 3-5. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Thursday, June 26 @ 10a.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 07/02/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Craft Pop-Up Shop: 4th of July Edition [ages 4 & up]
Date: 07/02/25Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 4 and up. Allow 15 minutes. Drop in.
Pop-in and make a fun 4th of July craft!
Math Lab [3rd-5th grade] TK
Date: 07/03/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Ticket required.
Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills and strategies as we explore different math topics.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins.
Grades strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
Little Learners STEM Learning Stations (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 07/07/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; all 30 minutes. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class begins.
Explore and engage in various STEM concepts through self-guided stations and sensory play.
This class is part of the 2024 STEM Festival.
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 07/08/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 07/08/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 07/08/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
STEAM Team [grades 3-5] RG
Date: 07/08/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Grades 3-5. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Wednesday, July 2 @ 10a.
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 07/08/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
STEAM Team [grades 3-5] RG
Date: 07/09/25Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Grades 3-5. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Thursday, July 3 @ 10a.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 07/09/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Magformers® Mania & Rigamajig Junior Build (Ages 5-7) TK
Date: 07/09/25Time: 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Boost your engineering skills by building with Magformers® and Rigamajig Junior.
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
Explore Shark Week! [1st-4th grade] TK
Date: 07/09/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
1st-4th grade. 45 min. Ticket required.
Learn all about these fearsome creatures and discover fascinating ocean facts. Includes stories, activities, and a craft.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Grades strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
Earthquake Science (8-10 yrs) TK
Date: 07/10/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10. 45 minutes. Ticket Required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Come learn all about earthquakes in this fun class! Learn about what causes earthquakes and how we measure them. Experiment with different types of waves moving through the ground. Try to build an earthquake proof house and test it to see how it holds up.
Brain Builders: Finger Painting Fun! (Age: 24-36 mo.) TK
Date: 07/11/25Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Did you know that finger painting with young children is fun and develops their fine motor skills necessary for writing? Exposure to the arts enhances creativity and helps build self expression through sensory play and experimentation. This Finger Painting Fun! class is part of the Brain Builders series. Dress for Mess!
Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class at the children's desk.
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
Songs, Sounds, Summer (3-7 years) TK
Date: 07/11/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-7 years; 60 min. Ticket required.
Explore music as well as the science of sound as we move while practicing rhyming poems and songs that teach rhythm and reading.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Explore Our National Parks (7-11 years) RG
Date: 07/11/25Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7-11 years; 60 min. Registration required.
Want to visit a national park this summer? Come take a virtual tour of some of the most popular parks in the U.S. Explore the different parks by completing STEAM challenges.
Adult Beyond Words
Date: 07/14/25Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Adult Beyond Words, an inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of people (ages 18+) with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.
Participants may partake in five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - with activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - with puzzles and cognitive challenges that nurture intellectual growth and problem-solving skills
Movement - with active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration that focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Sensory - where calm, relaxation, and play combine to stimulate and regulate the senses to reduce anxiety and stress
With a new theme and different stations each month, Adult Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for this month is
STEM Fun: Snap Circuits (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 07/14/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10. 45-60 min. Ticket required.
Explore the science of electricity by designing and building circuits!
Free tickets will be available at the children's desk beginning 15 minutes before the class.
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 07/15/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 07/15/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 07/15/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
STEAM Team [grades 3-5] RG
Date: 07/15/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Grades 3-5. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Wednesday, July 9 @ 10a.
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 07/15/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
STEAM Team [grades 3-5] RG
Date: 07/16/25Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Grades 3-5. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Thursday, July 10 @ 10a.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 07/16/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Magic Tree House Turtle Rescue (Ages 6-10 ) TK
Date: 07/16/25Time: 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Join Jack and Annie on a daring mission to the Galapagos Islands. Learn about tortoises and volcanoes, and participate in related activities. Ages 6-10, 45 minutes. Ticketed.
Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class at the children's desk.
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
Magic Tree House Turtle Rescue (Ages 6-10) TK
Date: 07/17/25Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Join Jack and Annie on a daring mission to the Galapagos Islands. Learn about tortoises and volcanoes, and participate in related activities. Ages 6-10, 45 minutes. Ticketed.
Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class at the children's desk.
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
STEAM Powered Book Club [2nd-3rd grade] RG
Date: 07/17/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
2nd-3rd grade. 45 minutes. Registration required.
Join our discussion about the book, then participate in a related STEAM activity. This month we will be reading tbd by tbd. (Pick up at Children’s Desk after registering). Please read the book before book club.
Grades strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
TinkerCad-emy: Tea Light Cover
Date: 07/17/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Light up the night with a decorative tea light cover – electronic tea light included. Use Tinkercad to design your custom 3D design and learn the steps to prepare your design for 3D printing.
Bring your own laptop if desired! No experience necessary. All materials provided.
Owl Pellet Dissection (ages 8-10) TK
Date: 07/18/25Time: 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10; 45 minutes.
Learn all about amazing owls! In this class you will learn how and what owls eat, as well as how a pellet is formed in an owl's unique digestive system. Dissect a sterilized pellet and use investigative skills to analyze and identify the contents to determine what the owl ate!
Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Gigantic Bubbles (6-11 years) TK
Date: 07/19/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-11 years; 60 min. Ticket required.
Learn the science of bubble making. Create some gigantic bubbles! Can you step inside one? Class will go outdoors, weather permitting.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Outdoor classes may be cancelled or moved indoors without notice due to unfavorable weather, air quality, or ground conditions at the class site. We recommend bringing a bottle of water with you to the class.
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 07/22/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 07/22/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 07/22/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Gigantic Bubbles (6-11 years) TK
Date: 07/22/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-11 years; 60 min. Ticket required.
Learn the science of bubble making. Create some gigantic bubbles! Can you step inside one? Class will go outdoors, weather permitting.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Outdoor classes may be cancelled or moved indoors without notice due to unfavorable weather, air quality, or ground conditions at the class site. We recommend bringing a bottle of water with you to the class.
STEAM Team [grades 3-5] RG
Date: 07/22/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Grades 3-5. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Wednesday, July 16 @ 10a.
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 07/22/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
STEAM Team [grades 3-5] RG
Date: 07/23/25Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Grades 3-5. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Thursday, July 17 @ 10a.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 07/23/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Summer Numbers (5-7 years) TK
Date: 07/23/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-7; 60 min. Ticket required.
Math is all around us! Work together on games and puzzles; exploration and play strengthen math concepts.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Cubelets® Engineering Challenge (ages 8-10) TK
Date: 07/24/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Work in teams to solve engineering challenges with Cubelets®.
Little Learners Storybook Friends (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 07/25/25Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
DIY Holograms (7-11 years) RG
Date: 07/26/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7-11; 120 min. Registration required.
Learn the science behind holograms and how to create them through cool demonstrations. Make and take a hologram!
Fairytale Engineering: The Three Little Pigs (ages 6-9) TK
Date: 07/28/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-9. 45 min. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Straw, sticks or brick? Travel to the fairytale world of the Three Little Pigs by hearing a version of this story, and then design a plan for the pigs to build a sturdy house.
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 07/29/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 07/29/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 07/29/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Travel Tuesday (6-11 years) TK
Date: 07/29/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-11 years; 60 min. Ticket required.
Travel . . . without leaving the library! Learn about states, what each is famous for, where it is located, and how far it is from Maryland. Use geography, math, and your imaginations to craft a trip to somewhere new.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 07/29/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 07/30/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
Date: 07/31/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Build-a-Road Logic Puzzle Challenge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 07/31/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Wind up a toy vehicle and let it roll down the tracks you've laid to see if you've built a successful route using creativity, logic, and spatial reasoning. Create your own challenge or try your hand at one of the preset challenges leveled from beginner to expert with our fun Build-a-Road Logic Puzzles.
Free tickets will be available at the children's desk beginning 15 minutes before the class.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Mr. Lemoncello's Library Challenge (Ages 9-11) TK
Date: 08/01/25Time: 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Can you solve Mr. Lemoncello's puzzles to prove all you know about the library? Ages 9-11, TK. 45 minutes
Ages strictly enforced with limited exceptions. Free tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
AI Image Generators (Senior Planet class)
Date: 08/04/25Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Do you envision something in your mind’s eye but struggle to bring it to life? There’s an AI tool for that! This lecture will explain how artificial intelligence can turn your words into stunning realistic and imaginative images in seconds. We’ll demonstrate an AI image generator and the wide range of visual and artistic styles it can produce. You’ll also learn tips for getting the most out of this new and exciting technology so you can get started
3-D Building Challenge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 08/04/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Get creative to build your own towers, 3-D shapes, and other fun challenges with Skoolzy giant straws building sets.
Free tickets will be available at the children's desk beginning 15 minutes before the class.
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 08/05/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 08/05/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 08/05/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 08/05/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
Nebula Spin Art (6-11 years) TK
Date: 08/06/25Time: 11:00am - 11:45am
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Do clouds exist in space? Explore nebula through a book and make a one of a kind spin art nebula.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 08/06/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Nebula Spin Art (6-11 years) TK
Date: 08/06/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Do clouds exist in space? Explore nebula through a book and make a one of a kind spin art nebula.
3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
Date: 08/07/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Spiders Are Your Friends! (6-11 years) RG
Date: 08/09/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-11; 120 min. Registration required.
Learn some amazing science about the spiders you might see in your garden or nearby a lake this summer. Make and take your own unique spider themed crafts.
Adult Beyond Words
Date: 08/11/25Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Adult Beyond Words, an inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of people (ages 18+) with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.
Participants may partake in five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - with activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - with puzzles and cognitive challenges that nurture intellectual growth and problem-solving skills
Movement - with active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration that focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Sensory - where calm, relaxation, and play combine to stimulate and regulate the senses to reduce anxiety and stress
With a new theme and different stations each month, Adult Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for this month is
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 08/12/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
All Together Now (All ages) TK
Date: 08/12/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 08/12/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 08/12/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 08/12/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
Craft Pop-Up Shop: Summer Edition [ages 4 & up]
Date: 08/13/25Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 4 and up. Allow 15 minutes. Drop in.
Pop-in and make a fun summer craft!
3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
Date: 08/14/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
How to Code a Rollercoaster: Ozobot Challenge (8-10 yrs) TK
Date: 08/14/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Help ozobot navigate through a carnival. Design your own carnival, decide on what path ozobot will take to reach different activities and have fun coding!
Tickets available 15 minutes before class start time.
Little Learners Storybook Friends (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 08/15/25Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 08/19/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
All Together Now (All ages) TK
Date: 08/19/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 08/19/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 08/19/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 08/19/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 08/20/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Summer Numbers (5-7 years) TK
Date: 08/20/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-7; 60 min. Ticket required.
Math is all around us! Work together on games and puzzles; exploration and play strengthen math concepts.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
Date: 08/21/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Tetra Tower STEAM Challenge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 08/21/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Try your hand at Tetra Tower, a fun block stacking balance game. Carefully choose and place 3-D tetris-style blocks without tipping the tower!
Free tickets will be available at the children's desk beginning 15 minutes before the class.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Little Learners Storybook Friends (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 08/22/25Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Custom Cake Toppers with the Laser
Date: 08/23/25Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
It is Glenwood branch’s 25th birthday and HCLS's 85th anniversary - celebrate with us by crafting custom cake toppers with a laser cutter. Design and create personalized cake toppers to add a unique touch to any dessert. Join us and be part of the celebration! All materials provided. Registration Required.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 08/26/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
All Together Now (All ages) TK
Date: 08/26/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Summer of STEAM: Camp Elkridge (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 08/26/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Ticket Required.
Join the fun as we create, discover, and explore the world around us! We will do activities together to earn your Summer Reading completion prize.
*Tuesdays throughout the summer.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
Family Fun at Your Library (Families)
Date: 08/26/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. Allow 30 min.
Explore hands-on, interactive activities for family members of all ages. These weekly activities develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and literacy skills. Each week offers a different set of activities, including STEM exploration stations, origami, tangrams, craft nights and more!
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 08/27/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Custom Cake Toppers with the Laser
Date: 08/27/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
It is Glenwood branch’s 25th birthday and HCLS's 85th anniversary - celebrate with us by crafting custom cake toppers with a laser cutter. Design and create personalized cake toppers to add a unique touch to any dessert. Join us and be part of the celebration! All materials provided. Registration Required.
This session is part of HCLS' Summer Reading Adventures: Celebrate Libraries series. Please click here to find classes, events and celebrations for all ages!
3, 2, Fun (ages 2-3 with adult) TK
Date: 08/28/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners Storybook Friends (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 08/29/25Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 09/03/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Read with a Ranger [families] TK
Date: 09/03/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Families (Recommended for ages 2-10); 45 - 60 min. Ticket required.
Explore the natural world through stories and activities with a Howard County Park Ranger. Learn how to spot the signs of wild animals and see their tracks up close, or silently glide into the world of owls and make a craft.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Adult Beyond Words
Date: 09/08/25Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Adult Beyond Words, an inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of people (ages 18+) with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.
Participants may partake in five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - with activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - with puzzles and cognitive challenges that nurture intellectual growth and problem-solving skills
Movement - with active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration that focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Sensory - where calm, relaxation, and play combine to stimulate and regulate the senses to reduce anxiety and stress
With a new theme and different stations each month, Adult Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for this month is
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 10/01/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Chemistry in the Library- "The Hidden Life of Spices", Ages 7+, RG
Date: 10/11/25Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Adult Beyond Words
Date: 10/13/25Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Adult Beyond Words, an inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of people (ages 18+) with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.
Participants may partake in five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - with activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - with puzzles and cognitive challenges that nurture intellectual growth and problem-solving skills
Movement - with active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration that focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Sensory - where calm, relaxation, and play combine to stimulate and regulate the senses to reduce anxiety and stress
With a new theme and different stations each month, Adult Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for this month is
Chemistry in the Library: The Hidden Life of Spices [2nd grade & up] RG
Date: 10/18/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
2nd grade & up (Students aged 7-8 must be accompanied by an adult.). 60 min. Registration required.
Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for a hands-on program on the chemistry of the hidden life of spices.
Grades strictly enforced with limited exceptions.
