There are 43 upcoming classes.
Windows & Mirrors: Teen Book Club
Date: 04/20/24Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Windows & Mirrors: Teen Book Club
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Ages 11-14. Read and discuss books with diverse viewpoints that tackle tough issues, such as finding and establishing identity. Reading the book is encouraged, but not required.
Food provided. Join us for Bagels & Books.
Registration preferred.
Windows allow us to experience other cultures, and mirrors reflect parts of our own. Read and discuss books from diverse viewpoints over snacks, in HCLS' Windows & Mirrors Book Club for Teens.
March Book: Dear Martin by Nic Stone.
Books for this book club have been set aside for students who would like to attend the book club. Ask for one at Glenwood's customer service desk or request a digital copy from Libby.
Celebrate Burmese New Year!
Date: 04/21/24Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Everyone
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Join Us for a Vibrant Celebration of Burmese New Year
Date/Time: April 21st, Sunday, 2-4pm
Location: Elkridge Branch Library and DIY Center
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Myanmar at our Burmese New Year Water Festival! Step into a world of color, tradition, and joy as we come together to celebrate the arrival of the new year in the Burmese calendar on April 21 Sunday 2-4pm at the Elkridge Branch Library & DIY Center. After commencing with a short slide show introducing the Burmese culture, the celebration will feature a variety of engaging activities designed to deepen your understanding and appreciation of Myanmar culture and heritage:
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Thanaka Making Station
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Burmese New Year Bingo
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Burmese Traditional Dance
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Water Festival Ceremony
*In collaboration with www.tcahmyanmar.org – Teaching Children At Home Myanmar.
Korean for Beginners
Date: 04/22/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Learn the Korean alphabet, culture, food, and basic Korean expressions while you have fun in a small group setting. Adults, ages 18+.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
World Languages Cafe @ East Columbia Senior Center (in person)
Date: 04/23/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
The World Language Cafe is now being held at the new East Columbia Senior Center 6610 Cradlerock way, Columbia, Md. 21045 on the 4th Tuesday of the month from 7-8:45pm.
Established by the Columbia Association’s International Exchange & Multicultural Program 10 years ago, the World Languages Café (WLC) provides a venue where people meet to practice a world language with fellow community members, facilitated by a native or fluent speaker of that language. Over the years, the WLC has featured languages including Arabic, *American Sign Language, *Chinese, *Catonese, *Dutch, *French, German, Hebrew, *Irish Gaelic, *Italian, *Japanese, *Korean, *Portuguese, and *Spanish. (*Currently available at East Columbia Branch Library and the Senior Center)
4th Tuesday, 7 - 8:45 pm.
The World Languages Café is free, and registration is preferred, but not required. Please indicate in the registration comments field the language you would like to practice. Ages 13+.
We are also seeking language table hosts. If you are interested in connecting with community members by volunteering to host a table in the language of your choice at HCLS Miller Branch, or East Columbia Branch, please email [email protected] or call 410-924-2226.
Teen Beyond Words in The Enchanted Garden
Date: 04/24/24Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Teen Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Participants will journey through five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - where hands and hearts intertwine in activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination, fostering a sense of accomplishment
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - where puzzles and cognitive challenges become stepping stones to triumph, nurturing intellectual growth and problem-solving prowess
Movement - where active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Education - where learning takes center stage featuring a focus on counting, letter/word recognition, basic math, or a science activity
With a new theme and different stations each month, Teen Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Welcome to a place where every participant is celebrated for the unique colors they bring to the canvas of life.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for April is Garden
FAM: Fun At Miller
Intermediate Korean (Online)
Date: 04/24/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners. Registration required. Ages 18+. Continue learning Korean in this 12-week class taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). The class will expand on Korean culture, food, and basic Korean expressions, while you have fun in a small group setting. Attendance at 10 out of 12 classes is required.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
English Conversation Class (in-person)
Date: 04/24/24Time: 7:45pm - 8:45pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7:45 - 8:45 pm
Windows & Mirrors Book Club (ages 11-13) RG
Date: 04/25/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Ages 11-13. Registration required.
Read and discuss books with diverse viewpoints that tackle tough issues, such as finding and establishing identity. Pick up your copy of our next book at the Central Branch Customer Service Desk.
Dec 27 - The Brave by James Bird
Jan 31 - Fast Pitch by Nic Stone
Feb 29 - Dear Martin by Nic Stone
Reads of Acceptance (Online)
Date: 04/25/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Discuss LGBTQ-related books and make new friends in a queer- & trans-affirming group setting. All identities and all ages (18+) are welcome.
Copies of the discussion title are available for pick-up from the Central Branch; ask for a copy at the Customer Service desk.
In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, our discussion title will be The Thirty Names of Night by Zeyn Joukhadar, winner of the Lambda Literary Award and the Stonewall Book Award.
El día de los niños/The Day of the Child (Families) TK
Date: 04/27/24Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Everyone
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Families. 60 Minutes. Ticket required.
!Celebremos el dia de los niños con las percursiones, maraquitas y congas de Luis Garay! !Únete a esta emocionante presentación!
Let’s celebrate Children's Day with Luis Garay’s percussions, shakers, congas and more! Join us for this exciting performance!
Teen Live! at Miller
Date: 04/27/24Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Attend Teen Live! at Miller for these free activities and more:
- Free pizza
- Fizz, Pop, Boom! Science Show
- DJ with dancing and games
- Arcade basketball, Jumbo Games, Mini Golf
- Nintendo Switch and PS5 gaming
- Scavenger Hunt
- Button & Bracelet Making
- Chill Room
- Enter a raffle at the event for a chance to win 2 passes to Sky Zone Trampoline Park!
Drop-in but you may register for an email reminder.
Just grab a wristband at the entrance to participate.
FAM - Fun At Miller
Tips for Being News Savvy Online (OATS)
Date: 04/29/24Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Sharing the news with others? In the digital age, anyone can publish anything on the internet, even if it's completely false. This lecture will explain the way technology has made it easier to create and spread misinformation. We'll discuss tools to evaluate news sources and review helpful fact-checking sites. You'll learn why it's important to read and check your sources before sharing!
This session is part of HCLS' Read Think Vote series. Click here to find similar classes and events.
Korean for Beginners
Date: 04/29/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Learn the Korean alphabet, culture, food, and basic Korean expressions while you have fun in a small group setting. Adults, ages 18+.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
Community Circle: Celebrations
Date: 04/30/24Time: 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
The HCPSS Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) and the Howard County Library System cordially invite you to join us in a community building circle. Dinner will be provided from 5:00-5:30PM followed by community building circles from 5:30-7:30PM.
HCPSS is proud to partner with the Howard County Library System as we work together to provide more community building opportunities in our mission to put relationships first and center belonging. Restorative Justice is an Indigenous philosophy that emphasizes building relationships. As the most comprehensive restorative justice practice, circles bring people together to promote connection, collaboration, and mutual understanding.
Explore and Play [ages 2-5 w/adult]
Date: 05/01/24Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Ages 2-5 w/adult.
Play with puzzles and toys from the library's toy collection. Check out a toy to take home!
Intermediate Korean (Online)
Date: 05/01/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners. Registration required. Ages 18+. Continue learning Korean in this 12-week class taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). The class will expand on Korean culture, food, and basic Korean expressions, while you have fun in a small group setting. Attendance at 10 out of 12 classes is required.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
English Conversation Class (in-person)
Date: 05/01/24Time: 7:45pm - 8:45pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7:45 - 8:45 pm
How (Not) To Talk To People
Date: 05/04/24Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Feeling anxiety or dread about discussing politics with coworkers, friends, or family members that hold different viewpoints than you?
Learn effective strategies for how to better engage with people across social, political, and ideological divides. We'll discuss how to practice empathy and open-mindedness with the goal of finding common ground even amidst interpersonal differences.
The Maryland Film Premiere: 'The Artist & The Astronaut' - Featuring a Q&A with Director Bill Muench
Date: 05/05/24Time: 2:00pm - 4:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
You are cordially invited to attend the Maryland premiere of the award-winning film,The Artist & The Astronaut. Join us for an unforgettable cinematic journey that delves into the remarkable love story between artist Pat Musick, a civil rights activist, and Apollo astronaut Jerry Carr.
Witness their captivating tale unfold against the backdrop of some of humanity's most historic moments. Filled with never-before-seen footage of early space exploration and featuring interviews with key figures from that era, this film chronicles the vastly different paths of Pat and Jerry as they navigate uncertain times, ultimately coming together to render some of America’s most enduring art. The Artist & the Astronaut is a testament to the power of curiosity, perseverance, and empathy as agents of change and love.
After the screening, delve deeper into the film's creation through a Q&A session with the writer and director, Bill Muench. Explore the compelling backstory behind the documentary's creation, catalyzed by the encouragement of Bill's wife. Her inspiration ignited his passion to embark on this remarkable endeavor.
Beginning from humble origins with no plan or budget, Bill Muench, a full-time teacher and basketball coach, undertook a six-year odyssey spanning nine states and two continents. His determination to share the untold story of a local Vermont couple led him to interview Apollo astronauts, their spouses, award-winning authors, artists, art historians, and even NASA directors of mission control.
With the collaboration of music legend Todd Hobin, they produced a story that might otherwise have remained untold. Join us as we uncover the extraordinary journey behind the lens, a testament to the power of determination, inspiration, and collaboration.
Don't miss this extraordinary film and Q&A with writer and director, Bill Muench!
Please register with your email address to receive an event reminder.
Korean for Beginners
Date: 05/06/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Learn the Korean alphabet, culture, food, and basic Korean expressions while you have fun in a small group setting. Adults, ages 18+.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
Rock on with Bollywood
Date: 05/08/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Rock on to Bollywood music as Bollywood dancer Jaya Mathur demonstrates and teaches the basic steps of Bollywood dancing. Must be 18+. Waiver required. Registration required.
MAY: AAPI Month classes/events/programs:
This session is part of HCLS' AAPI Month series. Please click here for the complete schedule of classes and events.
Intermediate Korean (Online)
Date: 05/08/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners. Registration required. Ages 18+. Continue learning Korean in this 12-week class taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). The class will expand on Korean culture, food, and basic Korean expressions, while you have fun in a small group setting. Attendance at 10 out of 12 classes is required.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
English Conversation Class (in-person)
Date: 05/08/24Time: 7:45pm - 8:45pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7:45 - 8:45 pm
World Languages Cafe
Date: 05/09/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
In collaboration with Columbia Association, Howard County Library System's Miller Branch hosts a monthly World Languages Café, on the 2nd Thursday evening, from 7 - 8:45 pm.
Established by the Columbia Association’s International Exchange & Multicultural Program 10 years ago, the World Languages Café (WLC) provides a venue where people meet to practice a world language with fellow community members, facilitated by a native or fluent speaker of that language. Over the years, the WLC has featured languages including American Sign Language, Chinese Mandarin, Dutch, French, Hebrew, Irish Gaelic, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish.
Second Thursdays, 7 - 8:45 pm
The World Languages Café is free, and registration is preferred, but not required. Please indicate in the registration comments field the language you would like to practice. Ages 13+.
We are also seeking language table hosts. If you are interested in connecting with community members by volunteering to host a table in the language of your choice at HCLS Miller Branch, please email [email protected] or call 410-924-2226.
Rainbow Challah: Celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month
Date: 05/11/24Time: 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Rainbow Challah: Celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month, Teens
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Fun, community service, & delicious food all at once! Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month and give back to the community. Make (to donate to a local shelter) rainbow challah & take your own (pre-packaged) challah home to taste. For a fun "twist" on this delicious braided bread our challah will be rainbow colored. Service learning hours available!
Registration required. Food will be served in this class.
Korean for Beginners
Date: 05/13/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Learn the Korean alphabet, culture, food, and basic Korean expressions while you have fun in a small group setting. Adults, ages 18+.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
Intermediate Korean (Online)
Date: 05/15/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners. Registration required. Ages 18+. Continue learning Korean in this 12-week class taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). The class will expand on Korean culture, food, and basic Korean expressions, while you have fun in a small group setting. Attendance at 10 out of 12 classes is required.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
English Conversation Class (in-person)
Date: 05/15/24Time: 7:45pm - 8:45pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7:45 - 8:45 pm
Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch
Date: 05/16/24Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Beyond Words, a vibrant and inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Participants will journey through five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - where hands and hearts intertwine in activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination, fostering a sense of accomplishment
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - where puzzles and cognitive challenges become stepping stones to triumph, nurturing intellectual growth and problem-solving prowess
Movement - where active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Education - where learning takes center stage featuring a focus on counting, letter/word recognition, basic math, or a science activity
With a new theme and different stations each month, Beyond Words is not just a class; it's an invitation to celebrate the joy of discovery and the magic of shared experiences while creating personal connection and growth.
Welcome to a place where every participant is celebrated for the unique colors they bring to the canvas of life.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for May is "Bugs, Bugs, Everywhere"
*Each location will offer the same number of stations, but activities will vary between branches
International Grocery Store Tour: H Mart Special Edition: Shopping for Chef Jet Tila's Cooking Demonstration
Date: 05/20/24Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Off Site
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with us on May 20th, Monday, from 3-4pm, or 4-5pm. as we embark on a special trip to H-Mart located at 3301 North Ridge Rd. Ellicott City, Md. 21043. Join our International Grocery Store Tour for a unique opportunity to shop for celebrity chef Jet Tila's exclusive recipe!
Explore the aisles of H-Mart and discover a world of ingredients to create Chef Tila's culinary masterpiece. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this tour is your chance to gather all the essentials needed to cook along with Chef Jet Tila the following day during his live online cooking demonstration and storytelling event. For details on the online event, click here.
Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind excursion! Reserve your spot and get ready to embark on a flavorful culinary journey!
Asian American Literature Book Club (Online)
Date: 05/20/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Join our monthly discussion of Asian American literary titles.
- Dec 18 2023 Banyan Moon by Thao Thai
- Jan 22 2024 The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff
- Feb 26 2024 Last Tang Standing Lauren Ho
- Mar 18 2024 The Last Story of Mina Lee by Nancy Jooyoun Kim
- Apr 15 2024 Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See
- May 20 2024 Mott Street by Ava Chin
Registered customers should place a hold request on the title using their library card in order to receive a copy to read before the discussion.
Availability of physical copies is not guaranteed.
Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation with a link to join the class/event. This email will also contain the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone.
Korean for Beginners
Date: 05/20/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Learn the Korean alphabet, culture, food, and basic Korean expressions while you have fun in a small group setting. Adults, ages 18+.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
Tuesday Movie Matinee - 'Polite Society'
Date: 05/21/24Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Our monthly Movie Matinee, typically held on the fourth Tuesday, will take place on the third Tuesday in May. Mark your calendars to join us on Tuesday, May 21st, at 3 pm.
- March 26: Book Club: The Next Chapter (2023, PG-13)
- April 23: Oppenheimer (2023, R)
- May 21: Polite Society (2023, PG-13)
No refreshments provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
Registration for the movie is optional. If you would like a movie reminder, please register with an email address.
See you at the movies!
This session is part of HCLS' AAPI Month series. Please click here for the complete schedule of classes and events.
Taste the Tradition: Exploring Asian Cuisine with Chef Jet Tila (Online)
Date: 05/21/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating AAPI Heritage Month with a special live online cooking demonstration and storytelling event featuring celebrity chef Jet Tila!
Embark on a delightful culinary journey as Chef Jet shares his personal story, culinary insights, and favorite recipes straight from his kitchen to yours. From traditional flavors to modern twists, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Asian cuisine and culture. Get ready to be inspired and tantalize your taste buds with his culinary expertise.
But wait, there's more! To ensure you have all the ingredients needed to cook along with Chef Jet Tila, we've arranged a special trip to H-Mart, located at 3301 North Ridge Rd. Ellicott City, Md. 21043, on May 20th, Monday, from 3-4pm. This exclusive tour is part of our ongoing monthly International Grocery Store Tour series, and it is NOT required to attend the online cooking demonstration event.
To register for the H-Mart tour click here.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the flavors of AAPI heritage with Chef Jet Tila. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable culinary journey!
Intermediate Korean (Online)
Date: 05/22/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners. Registration required. Ages 18+. Continue learning Korean in this 12-week class taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). The class will expand on Korean culture, food, and basic Korean expressions, while you have fun in a small group setting. Attendance at 10 out of 12 classes is required.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
Recipe Exchange: Dumplings!
Date: 05/25/24Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Attention, Foodies! Do you find yourself looking for new creative ways to spice up your cooking repertoire? Searching for new tried-and-true recipes to add to your own skill set as well as easy, dependable recipes that your family will love?
Do you want to learn more about Asian Chefs and Asian American cuisine? Want to find out more about your favorite noodle dishes or dumplings? Meet up with other foodies at the Savage Branch and indulge your culinary curiosity at our recipe exchange!
Food will be provided for sampling.
This session is part of HCLS' AAPI Month series. Please click here for the complete schedule of classes and events.
Miller's Windows & Mirrors Teen Book Club
Date: 05/25/24Time: 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Miller's Windows & Mirrors Teen Book Club, Teens
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Ages 14-17 | Registration preferred | Pick up the book from Miller Branch's customer service desk* | Pizza included!
Windows allow us to experience other cultures, and mirrors reflect parts of our own. Read and discuss books from diverse viewpoints over pizza, in HCLS' Windows & Mirrors Book Club for Teens.
May book: Out of Darkness by Ashley Hope Pérez. Prefer to listen? Try an audiobook for free with Libby.
*Books for this book club have been set aside for students who would like to attend the book club. Ask for one at Miller's customer service desk.
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Book description: "This is East Texas, and there's lines. Lines you cross, lines you don't cross. That clear?" New London, Texas, 1937. Naomi Vargas and Wash Fuller know about the lines in East Texas as well as anyone. They know the signs that mark them. They know the people who enforce them. But sometimes the attraction between two people is so powerful, it breaks through even the most entrenched color lines. And the consequences can be explosive. Ashley Hope Pérez takes the facts of the 1937 New London school explosion, the worst school disaster in American history, as a backdrop for a riveting novel about segregation, love, family, and the forces that destroy people." --Amazon."
Read more about the book here.
See other Windows & Mirrors Book Club events here.
Completion of the book is encouraged but NOT required.
FAM
World Languages Cafe @ East Columbia (in person)
Date: 05/28/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
In collaboration with the Columbia Association, the World Language Cafe is now expanded to Howard County Library System East Columbia Branch Library. It will be held simultaneously at the Senior Center on the 4th Tuesday of the month from 7-8:45pm.
Established by the Columbia Association’s International Exchange & Multicultural Program 10 years ago, the World Languages Café (WLC) provides a venue where people meet to practice a world language with fellow community members, facilitated by a native or fluent speaker of that language. Over the years, the WLC has featured languages including Arabic, *American Sign Language, *Chinese, *Catonese, *Dutch, *French, Hebrew, *Irish Gaelic, *Italian, *Japanese, *Korean, *Portuguese, and *Spanish. (*Currently available at East Columbia Branch Library and the Senior Center)
4th Tuesday, 7 - 8:45 pm.
The World Languages Café is free, and registration is preferred, but not required. Please indicate in the registration comments field the language you would like to practice. Ages 13+.
We are also seeking language table hosts. If you are interested in connecting with community members by volunteering to host a table in the language of your choice at HCLS Miller Branch, or East Columbia Branch, please email [email protected] or call 410-924-2226.
Windows & Mirrors Book Club (ages 11-13) RG
Date: 05/30/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Ages 11-13. Registration required.
Read and discuss books with diverse viewpoints that tackle tough issues, such as finding and establishing identity. Pick up your copy of our next book at the Central Branch Customer Service Desk.
Dec 27 - The Brave by James Bird
Jan 31 - Fast Pitch by Nic Stone
Feb 29 - Dear Martin by Nic Stone
Films with Humans
Date: 05/30/24Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Please join us for this new quarterly series wherein we will watch films about humans, since all great stories involve great characters, and then we'll discuss them with our fellow humans.
We meet on every fifth Thursday (approximately every three months) at the Elkridge Branch.
The movies are available on DVD from the library collection or via Kanopy streaming service. You can watch the movie at the library with us on May 30, or watch it on your own in advance and then attend the discussion (that will take place after the screening) with your fellow humans, facilitated by library instructors.
May 30: Past Lives
"Celine Song’s film debut, starring Greta Lee, follows two childhood friends who share a wistful kind of love across two decades and two continents."
This session is part of HCLS' AAPI Month series. Please click here for the complete schedule of classes and events.
Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation.
For questions, please email [email protected] or [email protected].
Korean for Beginners
Date: 06/03/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Learn Korean in this 12-week class, taught by Saea Oh, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Learn the Korean alphabet, culture, food, and basic Korean expressions while you have fun in a small group setting. Adults, ages 18+.
Space is limited. In partnership with the Korean Education Center in Washington DC.
Bilingual Stories and Playtime (all ages with adult) TK
Date: 06/06/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, songs and rhymes. Followed by a playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Bilingual Stories and Playtime (all ages with adult) TK
Date: 06/13/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
All ages with adult. 30 minutes. Ticket required.
Únase a nosotros para cuentos, canciones y rimas bilingues. Seguido de un tiempo de juego. Join us for bilingual stories, songs and rhymes. Followed by a playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.