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Date Event Description
10/02/12
10:00 AM
Central Branch
English Language Learners
Learn to read, write, and speak English for everyday life. Tuesdays; 10 am - 12 pm, Central Meeting Room.

No registration required.
10/02/12
10:15 AM
Central Branch
Baby Sign
Learn basic signs in American Sign Language. Ages 6-23 months with adult; 30 min. Six-week series.

No registration required.
10/02/12
10:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
Fall into Science
A class exploring simple science concepts and experiments inspired by children's literature. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Tickets required.

*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class.
10/02/12
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.

No registration required.
10/02/12
10:15 AM
Miller Branch
Let's Learn About...
Children learn about their world through books, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5; 30 min. Ticket required.

*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class.
10/02/12
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
3, 2, Fun!
Stories, activities, fingerplays, and songs. Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min.

No registration required.
10/02/12
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.

No registration required.
10/02/12
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
Just For Me
For children ages 3-5 who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills. 30 min.

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
10/02/12
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.

No registration required.
10/02/12
11:30 AM
Central Branch
Baby Sign
Learn basic signs in American Sign Language. Ages 6-23 months with adult; 30 min. Six-week series.

No registration required.
10/02/12
11:30 AM
East Columbia Branch
Fall into Science
A class exploring simple science concepts and experiments inspired by children's literature. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Tickets required.

*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class.
10/02/12
11:30 AM
Miller Branch
Let's Learn About...
Children learn about their world through books, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5; 30 min. Ticket required.

*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class.
10/02/12
3:00 PM
Savage Branch
Hi Tech
Hang out, mess around, and geek out by experiencing the latest technology and software hands-on in the HiTech STEM digital media lab at Savage Branch. Explore digital music and video, digital media, and mobile app design as you collaborate with fellow students who are studying abroad in Spain, France, and Ghana. Ages 11 - 18. Visit hclibrary.org/hitech for a calendar with details of events.

Funded by a Federal STEM grant from IMLS and the MacArthur Foundation.
10/02/12
6:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
Civil And Family Law Self-help Center
Howard County Library System partners with the Howard County Circuit Court to meet the needs of self-represented litigants in Howard County. Attorneys provide free legal assistance for income-eligible walk-in clients. 6 - 8 pm. Contact Circuit Court Law Librarian Sandy Brewer at 410.313.2135 with questions.

Family Law Assistance Program: Attorneys provide free legal assistance for income-eligible walk-in clients on matters such as divorce, separation, custody, child support, alimony, and name change.

Civil Law Center: Sep 4, Oct 2, Nov 6

Family Law Assistance Program: Sep 11 & 18, Oct 16 & 23, Nov 13 & 20

No registration required.
10/02/12
6:30 PM
Miller Branch
Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.

No registration required.
10/02/12
7:00 PM
Central Branch
Book Club Revue
Book clubs and book lovers, discover new titles and learn tips for livelier discussions. Experienced HCLS book club facilitators will make suggestions and provide guidance. Participants are encouraged to bring examples of titles which did, and did not, work for their groups. Door prizes and refreshments.

No registration required.
10/02/12
7:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
Good Reads
Book club, 1st Tuesdays; 7 - 8 pm.

Sep 4 - Faith by Jennifer Haigh
Oct 2 - In the Garden of Beasts: Love, Terror, and an American Family in Hitler's Berlin by Erik Larson
Nov 6 - When Tito Loved Clara by Jon Michaud

No registration required.
10/02/12
7:00 PM
Elkridge Branch
Maximize Your History Day Research
Assigned a National History Day project? Our research experts have tips and tools for you. Meet history day judges and learn strategies to locate sources. Ages 11-17, with parents.

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5088.
10/02/12
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
Let's Knit Together
Beginners and experts alike, knit and crochet.

No registration required.
10/02/12
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
Hands-Only CPR
Brad Tanner, from Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services, teaches the basics of adult CPR and the warning signs for sudden cardiac arrest. He also discusses the functions of an automated external defibrillator (AED). Participants are required to practice the Hands-Only CPR method on the provided mannequins as they are assisted by the instructor.

This course is intended for all ages and recommended for individuals who wish to learn the basics of CPR.

Note: Hands-Only CPR is a basic course and is designed to be performed without a CPR card. As a result, a CPR card is not issued upon course completion.

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
10/02/12
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
Pajama Time
Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas, teddy bears, and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 min.

No registration required.

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