12/11/12
10:00 AM
Central Branch
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English Language Learners *** CANCELLED ***
Learn to read, write, and speak English for everyday life. Tuesdays, 10 am - 12 pm.
*** This class has been cancelled for December. *** |
12/11/12
10:15 AM
Central Branch
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Play With Me
Build language, social, creative, and problem-solving skills through structured and free play. 30 min. Tickets required. Ages 8 - 24 months, with adult.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
12/11/12
10:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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3, 2, Fun!
Stories, activities, fingerplays, and songs. Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
12/11/12
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. |
12/11/12
10:15 AM
Miller Branch
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Illustrators on Parade
Discover the creativity of children's illustrators through stories and activities. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Tickets required.
Dec 4: Jan Brett
Dec 11: Rosemary Wells
Dec 18: Mo Willems
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
12/11/12
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Mini Milestones
Prepare your toddler as you learn about some mini-milestones. Ages 18-36 months with adult; 30 min.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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12/11/12
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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12/11/12
11:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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3, 2, Fun!
Stories, activities, fingerplays, and songs. Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
12/11/12
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. |
12/11/12
11:30 AM
Central Branch
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Play With Me
Build language, social, creative, and problem-solving skills through structured and free play. 30 min. Tickets required. Ages 8 - 24 months, with adult.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
12/11/12
11:30 AM
Miller Branch
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Illustrators on Parade
Discover the creativity of children's illustrators through stories and activities. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Tickets required.
Dec 4: Jan Brett
Dec 11: Rosemary Wells
Dec 18: Mo Willems
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
12/11/12
12:30 PM
Elkridge Branch
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Elks Excellent Reads
Book discussion, 2nd Tuesdays; 12:30 - 1:30 pm.
Dec 11 - Faith by Jennifer Haigh
Jan 8 - Let the Great World Spin by Colum McCann
Feb 12 - Warriors Don't Cry by Melba Beals
No registration required. |
12/11/12
3:00 PM
Savage Branch
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HiTech
Hang out, mess around and geek out with us in the HiTech Teen Lab at the Savage Branch. Get hands-on with the latest technology and software. Explore digital music and video, digital media, and mobile app design. Collaborate with peers who are on international exchange in Spain, France and Ghana. Visit hclibrary.org/hitech for a calendar with details of HiTech events. Ages 11-18.
Funded by a Federal STEM grant from IMLS and the MacArthur Foundation.
No registration required. |
12/11/12
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. |
12/11/12
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. |
12/11/12
4:30 PM
Miller Branch
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Art in the 3rd Dimension
Explore the shapes, textures, and materials of 3D art, then make a paper shape sculpture. Ages 6-9; 60 min. Tickets required.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
12/11/12
5:00 PM
Central Branch
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Lisa Ferguson: Hammered Dulcimer
Take a break from the seasonal busy-ness as Lisa Ferguson plays traditional, Celtic, and classical melodies on the hammered dulcimer, an ancient precursor to the piano that produces unique and elegant tones. Part of the "live on stage" series.
No registration required. |
12/11/12
5:30 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Movie Night
Prepare for the release of The Hobbit by watching The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. Families welcome. Refreshments.
No registration required. |
12/11/12
6:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
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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. 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:
Dec 4, Jan 8, Feb 5
Family Law Assistance Program:
Dec 11 & 18, Jan 15 & 22, Feb 12 & 26
No registration required. |
12/11/12
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. |
12/11/12
7:00 PM
Central Branch
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Pageturners
Discussions and activities about selected titles. Theme: Historical Fiction. Ages 9-11; 45 min. Refreshments. Register for each session separately.
Dec 11 - The Golden Hour by Maiya Williams
Jan 8 - By the Great Horn Spoon! by Sid Fleischman
Feb 12 - One Crazy Summer by Rita Williams-Garcia
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.7880.
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12/11/12
7:00 PM
Central Branch
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Eclectic Evenings
Book discussion, 2nd Tuesdays; 7 - 8:30 pm.
Dec 11 - My Stroke of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor
Jan 8 - The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson
Feb 12 - The Other Wes Moore by Wes Moore
No registration required. |
12/11/12
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Let's Knit Together
Beginners and experts alike, knit and crochet.
No registration required. |
12/11/12
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Just Jewelry
Design and create a beautiful piece of jewelry. Ages 11-17.
No registration required. |
12/11/12
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Art in the 3rd Dimension
Explore the shapes, textures, and materials of 3D art, then make a paper shape sculpture. Ages 6-9; 60 min. Tickets required.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
12/11/12
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Dudes on Books
A gentlemanly discussion of literature. Women welcome, too. 2nd Tuesdays; 7 - 8 pm.
Dec 11 - Cat's Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut
Jan 8 - Master and Commander by Patrick O'Brian
Feb 12 - Arguably by Christopher Hitchens
No registration required. |
12/11/12
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
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Holiday Friends: Santa
Bring your camera! Enjoy stories, activities, and pose for a picture. All ages; 30 min.
A seasonal special.
No registration required. |
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