02/02/13
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. |
02/02/13
10:15 AM
Central Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/02/13
11:00 AM
Miller Branch
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I'm Going to Be a Big Brother or Sister
Prepare for the arrival of a baby in this class for new siblings. Enjoy stories and activities, and bring a favorite doll or stuffed animal to practice holding your baby. Resources for parents, too. Ages 3 & up, with adult; 30 - 45 min. In partnership with Howard County General Hospital: A Member of Johns Hopkins Medicine.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
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02/02/13
11:00 AM
Savage Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/02/13
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. |
02/02/13
11:30 AM
Central Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/02/13
1:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
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Black Fiction
Book Club, 1st Saturdays, 1-2:30 pm.
Dec 1 - Voodoo Dreams by Jewell Parker Rhodes
Jan 5 - Pym by Mat Johnson
Feb 2 - If He Hollers Let Him Go by Chester Himes
No registration required. |
02/02/13
2:00 PM
Central Branch
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Family Movies
Films the entire family can enjoy. Free popcorn and drinks. All ages. Sponsored by Friends of Howard County Library.
Feb 2 - Groundhog Day (PG)
No registration required. |
02/02/13
2:00 PM
Elkridge Branch
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Year of the Snake
Stories, songs, and activities to celebrate the Lunar New Year with style! 45 min. Ages 2-6.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5085.
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02/03/13
1:00 PM
Central Branch
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Chess Club
Join us for informal chess play. All skill levels welcome. Ages 11-17. 1st Sundays; 1 - 5 pm.
No registration required. |
02/04/13
10:00 AM
Central Branch
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English Conversation Class
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and understanding in a small group. Mondays, 10 am - 12 pm.
No registration required. |
02/04/13
10:15 AM
Miller Branch
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Twist and Shout
Learn the moves and dance to some tunes. Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min.
Feb 4 - Snowballs!
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
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02/04/13
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
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Freeze!
Warm-up with "The Freeze Dance," get cozy while listening to winter stories, then cool off with a frozen treat! Ages 3-5; 30 min. Tickets required.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/04/13
10:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/04/13
10:15 AM
Central Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/04/13
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/04/13
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/04/13
11:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/04/13
11:30 AM
Miller Branch
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Twist and Shout
Learn the moves and dance to some tunes. Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min.
Feb 4 - Snowballs!
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
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02/04/13
11:30 AM
Central Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/04/13
11:30 AM
Savage 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.
No registration required. |
02/04/13
1:30 PM
East Columbia Branch
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Picture Book Parade
Tales, tunes, and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/04/13
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. |
02/04/13
3:30 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Blood Pressure Screening
Free, walk-in blood pressure screening and monitoring offered by Howard County General Hospital. 3:30 - 5:30 pm.
No registration required. |
02/04/13
4:30 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Paragraph Pals
A book club for children transitioning from early readers to chapter books. Ages 6-8; 45 min.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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02/04/13
6:00 PM
Savage Branch
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Turning Words Into Art
Bring your original poetry or lyrics, or those of your favorite author or musician, and learn how to create visual art with them using Wordle. Ages 11-17.
A Write! Now event.
No registration required. |
02/04/13
6:30 PM
Central 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. |
02/04/13
6:30 PM
Elkridge Branch
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Game Night
Meet and compete with friends. Refreshments. Ages 11-17.
No registration required. |
02/04/13
7:00 PM
Miller 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. |
02/04/13
7:00 PM
Central Branch
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Darksiders
Discuss the dark worlds found in dystopian fiction. Pick up a book at the Fiction Desk. Ages 11-17.
Dec 3 - Unwind by Neal Schusterman
Jan 7 - The Forest of Hands and Teeth by Carrie Ryan
Feb 4 - Ship Breaker by Paolo Bacigalupi
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.7800.
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02/04/13
7:00 PM
Central Branch
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Pages from the Past
Book discussion, 1st Mondays; 7 - 8:30 pm.
Jan 7 - The Known World by Edward P. Jones
Feb 4 - American Dervish by Ayad Akhtar
No registration required. |
02/04/13
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Contemporary Fiction
Book discussion, 1st Mondays; 7 - 8:30 pm.
Dec 3 - State of Wonder by Ann Patchett
Jan 7 - Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese
Feb 3 - Sister by Rosamund Lupton
No registration required. |
02/05/13
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. |
02/05/13
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. |
02/05/13
10:15 AM
Central 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. |
02/05/13
10:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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A Snowy Day
Keep warm with stories, songs, and a snowy day craft. Ages 3-5; 45 min. Tickets required.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/05/13
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. |
02/05/13
10:15 AM
Miller Branch
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Time for Us
Stories, songs, and activities. Ages 18 - 36 months with adult; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/05/13
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Time for Us
Stories, songs, and activities. Ages 18 - 36 months with adult; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/05/13
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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02/05/13
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. |
02/05/13
11:30 AM
Central 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. |
02/05/13
11:30 AM
East Columbia Branch
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A Snowy Day
Keep warm with stories, songs, and a snowy day craft. Ages 3-5; 45 min. Tickets required.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/05/13
11:30 AM
Miller Branch
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Time for Us
Stories, songs, and activities. Ages 18 - 36 months with adult; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/05/13
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. |
02/05/13
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. |
02/05/13
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Let's Knit Together
Beginners and experts alike, knit and crochet.
No registration required. |
02/05/13
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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I'm Going to Be a Big Brother or Sister
Prepare for the arrival of a baby in this class for new siblings. Enjoy stories and activities, and bring a favorite doll or stuffed animal to practice holding your baby. Resources for parents, too. Ages 3 & up, with adult; 30 - 45 min. In partnership with Howard County General Hospital: A Member of Johns Hopkins Medicine.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
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02/05/13
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. |
02/05/13
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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02/05/13
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. |
02/06/13
10:15 AM
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. |
02/06/13
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
|
Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
02/06/13
10:15 AM
Elkridge 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.
No registration required. |
02/06/13
10:15 AM
Central Branch
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Picture Book Parade
Tales, tunes, and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/06/13
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. |
02/06/13
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
|
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. |
02/06/13
11:00 AM
Savage Branch
|
Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
02/06/13
11:15 AM
Elkridge 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.
No registration required. |
02/06/13
11:30 AM
Miller Branch
|
Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
02/06/13
11:30 AM
Central Branch
|
Picture Book Parade
Tales, tunes, and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/06/13
3:00 PM
Savage Branch
|
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. |
02/06/13
7:00 PM
Miller 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.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/06/13
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Holistic Vegetable Gardening
Kent Phillips teaches how to create a sustainable organic vegetable garden using plant nutrients and integrated pest management. Part of the Master Gardener series.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5577.
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02/06/13
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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From Seeds to Seedlings
Discover how to jump start spring gardening. Presented by Jo Ann Russo.
University of Maryland Extension - Howard County Master Gardeners
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
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02/06/13
7:00 PM
Elkridge 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. |
02/06/13
7:45 PM
Miller Branch
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English Conversation Class
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and understanding in a small group.
No registration required. |
02/07/13
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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Play Partners - Mother Goose Time
Books, rhymes, songs, and storytelling are used to develop early literacy skills in a fun and enjoyable class. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Four-week series.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5085.
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02/07/13
10:15 AM
Miller Branch
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The World Around Me
A class exploring simple social studies concepts inspired by children's literature. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5; 45 min. Ticket required.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/07/13
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
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Picture Book Parade
Tales, tunes, and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/07/13
10:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/07/13
10:30 AM
Central Branch
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Super Sports
Are you interested in learning about sports? Join i9 Sports staff for stories, activities, and crafts relating to popular team sports. Ages 3-5; 30 min.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.7880.
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02/07/13
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
|
Play Partners - Mother Goose Time
Books, rhymes, songs, and storytelling are used to develop early literacy skills in a fun and enjoyable class. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Four-week series.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5085.
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02/07/13
11:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
|
All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/07/13
11:30 AM
Miller Branch
|
The World Around Me
A class exploring simple social studies concepts inspired by children's literature. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5; 45 min. Ticket required.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/07/13
6:30 PM
East Columbia Branch
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Knotted Jewelry Workshop *** CANCELLED ***
Learn to weave Celtic and Chinese knots into beautiful handcrafted jewelry. Knotting cord provided. Please bring your own large-hole beads and finishings, if desired.
***This class has been cancelled.*** |
02/07/13
7:00 PM
Central Branch
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The Art of Letter Writing
Discover the beauty of handwritten letters from past and present. Learn about famous letters (both real and fictional) from literature, then celebrate Valentine's Day by writing a lovely letter to someone special.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.7800.
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02/07/13
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Book-N-Chat
Build book club skills by reading a picture book together, followed by discussion and related activities. Ages 6-8; 45 min. Register for each session separately.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
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02/07/13
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
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Nook Training
Bring your Nook to learn how to browse, check out, and download e-books from HCLS.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.880.5980.
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02/07/13
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. |
02/07/13
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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LEGO® Wars
150 pieces and 45 minutes - can you build the best LEGO® structure? Ages 11-17.
No registration required. |
02/07/13
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Films to Talk About
Join fellow movie aficionados for vibrant conversations. Borrow the movie from HCLS, watch it at home, then participate in a lively discussion.
Dec 6: WALL-E
Feb 7: A Prophet [Un Prophète]
No registration required. |
02/07/13
7:00 PM
Central 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. |
02/07/13
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Chainmaile Construction for the Modern Middle Ages: Japanese Style
Learn to make jewelry in the style of medieval chain armor with Rich Suchoski! A brief history of maile in Japan will precede instructions for making a bracelet with provided materials in the Japanese 6-in-1 weave. Ages 9-13; 60 min.
**This is the new date for the class postponed from January 17.**
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
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02/07/13
7:30 PM
Central Branch
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English Conversation Class
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and understanding in a small group. Thursdays, 7:30 - 8:30 pm.
No registration required. |
02/08/13
10:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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The World Around Me
A class exploring simple social studies concepts inspired by children's literature. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5; 45 min. Ticket required.
Jan 11: Keeping You Safe: Firefighters and Police
Jan 25: Helping You Grow: Teachers & Library Instructors
Feb 8: Keeping You Healthy: Doctors, Nurses, and Dentists
Feb 22: Helping Your Community: Garbage Collectors and Mail Carriers
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/08/13
10:15 AM
Miller Branch
|
All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/08/13
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
|
Picture Book Parade
Tales, tunes, and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. (craft)
No registration required. |
02/08/13
10:15 AM
Central Branch
|
Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
02/08/13
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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Storybook Friends
A story and craft to enjoy with your child. Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Tickets required.
Feb 1 - Curious George
Feb 8 - Pete the Cat
Feb 15 - Skippyjon Jones
Feb 22 - Elephant and Piggie
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/08/13
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
|
All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min.
No registration required. |
02/08/13
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
|
Storybook Friends
A story and craft to enjoy with your child. Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 min. Tickets required.
Feb 1 - Curious George
Feb 8 - Pete the Cat
Feb 15 - Skippyjon Jones
Feb 22 - Elephant and Piggie
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/08/13
11:30 AM
East Columbia Branch
|
The World Around Me
A class exploring simple social studies concepts inspired by children's literature. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5; 45 min. Ticket required.
Jan 11: Keeping You Safe: Firefighters and Police
Jan 25: Helping You Grow: Teachers & Library Instructors
Feb 8: Keeping You Healthy: Doctors, Nurses, and Dentists
Feb 22: Helping Your Community: Garbage Collectors and Mail Carriers
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/08/13
11:30 AM
Miller Branch
|
All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
02/08/13
11:30 AM
Central 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. |
02/08/13
4:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Paper Lantern
Make a paper lantern to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Ages 9-13; 60 min. A seasonal special.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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