10/09/12
10:00 AM
Central Branch
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English Language Learners
Learn to read, write, and speak English for everyday life. Tuesdays; 10 am - 12 pm, Central Meeting Room.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
10:15 AM
Central Branch
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Baby Sign
Learn basic signs in American Sign Language. Ages 6-23 months with adult; 30 min. Six-week series.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
10:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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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. |
10/09/12
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
10:15 AM
Miller Branch
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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. |
10/09/12
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
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3, 2, Fun!
Stories, activities, fingerplays, and songs. Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
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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.
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10/09/12
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
11:30 AM
Central Branch
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Baby Sign
Learn basic signs in American Sign Language. Ages 6-23 months with adult; 30 min. Six-week series.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
11:30 AM
East Columbia Branch
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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. |
10/09/12
11:30 AM
Miller Branch
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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. |
10/09/12
12:30 PM
Elkridge Branch
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Elks Excellent Reads
Book club, 2nd Tuesdays; 12:30 - 1:30 pm.
Sep 11 - The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman
Oct 9 - A Reliable Wife by Robert Goolrick
Nov 13 - The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
No registration required. |
10/09/12
3:00 PM
Savage Branch
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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. |
10/09/12
4:30 PM
East Columbia Branch
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Teen Advisory Board
Join the Teen Advisory Board at your branch to recommend books, music, and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with HCLS instructors on projects you create. Service learning hours available for some projects. Ages 11-17.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
4:30 PM
Elkridge Branch
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Teen Advisory Board
Join the Teen Advisory Board at your branch to recommend books, music, and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with HCLS instructors on projects you create. Service learning hours available for some projects. Ages 11-17.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
4:30 PM
Glenwood Branch
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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.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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10/09/12
4:30 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Teen Advisory Board
Join the Teen Advisory Board at your branch to recommend books, music, and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with HCLS instructors on projects you create. Service learning hours available for some projects. Ages 11-17.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
6:30 PM
Miller Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
6:45 PM
Elkridge Branch
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Knit 'n Chat Teen Knitting Group
Beginners and experts welcome! Spend time with other teen knitters and learn to make cool items. Supplies provided. Ages 11-17.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
6:45 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Knit 'n Chat Teen Knitting Group
Beginners and experts welcome! Spend time with other teen knitters and learn to make cool items. Supplies provided. Ages 11-17.
No registration required. |
10/09/12
7:00 PM
Central Branch
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Pageturners
Discussions and activities about selected titles. Theme: Edgar Award Winners. Ages 8-11; 45 min. Refreshments. Register for each session separately.
Sep 11 - Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief by Wendelin Van Draanen
Oct 9 - Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett
Nov 13 - Closed for the Season by Mary Downing Hahn
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.7880.
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10/09/12
7:00 PM
Central Branch
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Eclectic Evenings
Book club, 2nd Tuesdays; 7 - 8:30 pm.
Sep 11 - The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
Oct 9 - The Professor and the Madman by Simon Winchester
Nov 13 - 1858: Abraham Lincoln, Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, Ulysses S. Grant and the War They Failed to See by Bruce Chadwick
No registration required. |
10/09/12
7:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
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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 410.313.7700.
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10/09/12
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Dudes on Books
A gentlemanly discussion of literature. Women welcome, too.
Sep 11 - The Armies of the Night by Norman Mailer
Oct 9 - Devil in a Blue Dress by Walter Mosley
Nov 13 - Consider the Lobster and Other Essays by David Foster Wallace
No registration required. |
10/09/12
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
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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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