01/08/13
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.
No registration required. |
01/08/13
10:15 AM
East Columbia 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.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
01/08/13
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. |
01/08/13
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. |
01/08/13
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Rubber Duckie Twist & Shout!
Celebrate Rubber Duckie's birthday with song, dance, and a story. Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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01/08/13
11:15 AM
East Columbia 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.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
01/08/13
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. |
01/08/13
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. |
01/08/13
2:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Healthy Kids
Explore simple health concepts inspired by children's literature. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
01/08/13
2:30 PM
Central Branch
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Physics Phun
Learn about inclined planes and wheels through discovery and play. Ages 3-6; 30 min. Ticket required.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
01/08/13
3:00 PM
Savage Branch
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HiTech *** CANCELLED ***
*Note: The Jan 8 session has been cancelled.
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. |
01/08/13
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. |
01/08/13
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. |
01/08/13
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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01/08/13
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. |
01/08/13
7:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
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Good Reads
Book discussion, 7 - 8 pm.
Dec 4 - Eat Cake by Jeanne Ray
Jan 8 - In the Woods by Tana French
Feb 5 - Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man by Steve Harvey
No registration required. |
01/08/13
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Let's Knit Together
Beginners and experts alike, knit and crochet.
No registration required. |
01/08/13
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. |
01/08/13
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Healthy Kids
Explore simple health concepts inspired by children's literature. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
01/08/13
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Guided Meditation
Guided meditation presented by Star Ferguson-Gooden, M.Ac., L.Ac. Enjoy a guided mindfulness meditation designed to impart a feeling of peacefulness and connection.
In addition to her Master's degree in Acupuncture, Star Ferguson-Gooden holds a Professional Certificate in Energetic Healing and is faculty at Tai Sophia Institute. She and her husband co-own their practice, Sage Center for Wellness, in historic Ellicott City.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
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01/08/13
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. |
01/08/13
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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