There are 31 upcoming classes.
Teen Book Club
Date: 03/28/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teen Book Club, Teens
Program type: Community Events
Description:
Read and discuss alongside fellow teen bookworms! This month’s title is Deep and Dark and Dangerous by Mary Downing Hahn. Pick up a copy at the Glenwood Branch customer service desk, or online via Libby.
Windows & Mirrors Book Club (ages 11-13) RG
Date: 03/28/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Windows & Mirrors Book Club (ages 11-13) RG, Windows & Mirrors Book Club (ages 11-13) RG
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
Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Date: 04/02/24Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Program type: Culture & Language
Description:
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.
Join us for Easy-to-Read Stories in Spanish, and have fun with activities related to the book of the week.
Miller's Windows & Mirrors Teen Book Club
Date: 04/06/24Time: 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 | Pizza included! | Pick up the book from Miller Branch's customer service desk* | Reading the book is encouraged, but not required.
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.
April book: I am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika Sanchez. 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:
Read more about the book here.
See other Windows & Mirrors Book Club events here.
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Black-eyed Susan Book Club (Grades 6-8) (RG)
Date: 04/08/24Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Black-eyed Susan Book Club (Grades 6-8) (RG), Black-eyed Susan Book Club (Grades 6-8) (RG)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:
Grades 6-8. Registration required.
Discuss books that have been nominated for the state "Black-eyed Susan Award". Check out and read the book prior to attending the class discussion. Books are available for pickup at the Customer Service Desk of the Central Branch. Contact [email protected] with questions.
Windows & Mirrors High School Book Club
Date: 04/08/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Race, Equity & Inclusion
Description:
Read and discuss books with diverse viewpoints that tackle tough issues, such as finding and establishing identity.
The April title is Black Enough by Ibi Zoboi. Copies available at the March meeting and at the Elkridge branch Customer Service desk.
Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Date: 04/09/24Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Program type: Culture & Language
Description:
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.
Join us for Easy-to-Read Stories in Spanish, and have fun with activities related to the book of the week.
Heavy Medals Book Club (grades 4-5) RG
Date: 04/10/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Heavy Medals Book Club (grades 4-5) RG
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:
Grades 4-6. RG, Registration required. 60 minutes.
Read and discuss award-winning chapter books and participate in book-related activities. Books must be checked out and read before the meeting. Copies will be held for registered students at the Central Branch Customer Service Desk
Paragraph Pals: Crash! (ages 6-9) RG
Date: 04/11/24Time: 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Paragraph Pals: Crash! (ages 6-9) RG
Program type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Description:
Ages 6-9; 45-60 min. Registration required.
For children transitioning from early readers to chapter books. After reading the title, join us for fun activities that include reading comprehension exercises and games.
We will discuss Crash! (first book in The Kid from Planet Z series) by Nancy Krulik. Please visit the customer service desk at the Elkridge Branch to pick up the print book to read before the class. For help getting a copy, please call us at 410.313.5077.
Beginning Graphic Novel Club (5-8 years) RG
Date: 04/15/24Time: 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children, Beginning Graphic Novel Club (5-8 years) RG
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:
Ages 5-8; 45 min. Registration required.
Pique your interest in word bubbles, interjections, and sequencing, while building vocabulary and reading comprehension. This club introduces the beginning reader to a world of attention grabbing content, intriguing stories, and funny illustrations. Theme related activity to follow.
Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Date: 04/16/24Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Program type: Culture & Language
Description:
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.
Join us for Easy-to-Read Stories in Spanish, and have fun with activities related to the book of the week.
Black-Eyed Susan Book Club: Chapter Books (grades 4-6 RG)
Date: 04/17/24Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Black-Eyed Susan Book Club: Chapter Books (grades 4-6 RG), Black-Eyed Susan Book Club: Chapter Books (grades 4-6 RG)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:
Grades 4-6. 60 minutes. RG, registered.
Discussions about state award nominees. Vote for a winner in April. Eight-month series. Copies will be held for registered students at the Central Branch Customer Service Desk.
This event is part of a combined series. If you register for this event, you will be automatically registered for all of the following events in the series.
Black-Eyed Susan Book Club: Picture Books (Grades K5-3)
Date: 04/17/24Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children, Black-Eyed Susan Book Club: Picture Books (Grades K5-3)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:
Students who are ages 5-9 and in grades Kindergarten-3rd. 60 minutes. RG, Registered.
Discussions about state award nominees. Vote for a winner in April. Eight-month series. Copies will be held for registered students at the Central Branch Customer Service Desk.
This event is part of a combined series. If you register for this event, you will be automatically registered for all of the following events in the series.
STEAM Powered Book Club [ages 7-9] RG
Date: 04/18/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7-9. 45 minutes. Registration required.
Read Treemendous : diary of a not yet mighty oak by Bridget Heos (which can be picked up at the Miller Branch children's desk after registering) before the meeting. Join our discussion about the book, then participate in a related STEAM activity.
This session is part of HCLS' Earth Day Celebration series. Please click here for the complete schedule of classes and events.
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.
Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Date: 04/23/24Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Program type: Culture & Language
Description:
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.
Join us for Easy-to-Read Stories in Spanish, and have fun with activities related to the book of the week.
Good Endeavor: A Book Discussion with Author Ned Tillman
Date: 04/24/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: History & Genealogy
Description:
Join award-winning author Ned Tillman for a discussion of his book, Good Endeavor.
Following this book discussion, Mr. Tillman presents Historical Fiction as a Lens For the Future, focusing on the value of fiction and non-fiction for telling the stories of our past and how they can be used to get a sense of how life really was over the centuries.
Teen Book Club
Date: 04/25/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teen Book Club, Teens
Program type: Community Events
Description:
Read and discuss alongside fellow teen bookworms! This month’s title TBD. Pick up a copy at the Glenwood Branch customer service desk, or online via Libby.
Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Date: 04/30/24Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Program type: Culture & Language
Description:
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.
Join us for Easy-to-Read Stories in Spanish, and have fun with activities related to the book of the week.
Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Date: 05/07/24Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Program type: Culture & Language
Description:
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.
Join us for Easy-to-Read Stories in Spanish, and have fun with activities related to the book of the week.
Paragraph Pals: Nancy Clancy, Super Sleuth (ages 6-9) RG
Date: 05/09/24Time: 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Paragraph Pals: Nancy Clancy, Super Sleuth (ages 6-9) RG
Program type: Crafts, Fun & Games!
Description:
Ages 6-9; 45-60 min. Registration required.
For children transitioning from early readers to chapter books. After reading the title, join us for fun activities that include reading comprehension exercises and games.
We will discuss Nancy Clancy, Super Sleuth by Jane O'Connor. Please visit the customer service desk at the Elkridge Branch to pick up the print book to read before the class. For help getting a copy, please call us at 410.313.5077.
Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Date: 05/14/24Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Program type: Culture & Language
Description:
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.
Join us for Easy-to-Read Stories in Spanish, and have fun with activities related to the book of the week.
STEAM Powered Book Club [ages 7-9] RG
Date: 05/16/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: STEAM Powered Book Club [ages 7-9] RG
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7-9. 45 minutes. Registration required.
Read Mindy Kim and the yummy seaweed business by Lyla Lee (which can be picked up at the Miller Branch children's desk after registering) before the meeting. Join our discussion about the book, then participate in a related STEAM activity.
This session is part of HCLS' AAPI Month series. Please click here for the complete schedule of classes and events.
Windows & Mirrors: Teen Book Club
Date: 05/18/24Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Windows & Mirrors: Teen Book Club
Program type: Book Clubs
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.
May Book: Clean Getaway 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 borrow a digital copy via Libby.
Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Date: 05/21/24Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Program type: Culture & Language
Description:
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.
Join us for Easy-to-Read Stories in Spanish, and have fun with activities related to the book of the week.
Teen Book Club
Date: 05/23/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teen Book Club, Teens
Program type: Community Events
Description:
Read and discuss alongside fellow teen bookworms! This month’s title TBD. Pick up a copy at the Glenwood Branch customer service desk, or online via Libby.
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.
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Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Date: 05/28/24Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Pequeños Lectores (Bilingual) (Ages 6-9) TK
Program type: Culture & Language
Description:
Ages 6-9; 30 min. Ticket required.
Únete a un tiempo Lectura en Español nivel Basico y diviértete con actividades relacionadas con el libro de la semana.
Join us for Easy-to-Read Stories in Spanish, and have fun with activities related to the book of the week.
Black-Eyed Susan Classic Book Club (Grades 4-6 RG)
Date: 06/12/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Black-Eyed Susan Classic Book Club (Grades 4-6 RG)
Program type: DIY & Makerspace
Description:
RG, Registered. Registration Required.
Discussions and activities about previous state award nominees. Copies available available for borrowing by registered participants at Central Branch's Customer Service Desk.
Long Pitch Home by Natalie Dias Lorenzi
Black-Eyed Susan Classic Book Club (Grades 4-6 RG)
Date: 07/10/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Black-Eyed Susan Classic Book Club (Grades 4-6 RG)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:
RG, Registered. Registration Required.
Discussions and activities about previous state award nominees. Copies available for borrowing by registered participants at Central Branch's Customer Service Desk.
July 10, 2024: Ungifted by Gordon Korman
Black-Eyed Susan Classic Book Club (Grades 4-6 RG)
Date: 08/14/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Black-Eyed Susan Classic Book Club (Grades 4-6 RG)
Program type: Book Clubs
Description:
RG, Registered. Registration Required.
Discussions and activities about previous state award nominees. Copies available for borrowing by registered participants at Central Branch's Customer Service Desk.
August 14, 2024: Sweep: The Story of a Girl and Monster by Jonathan Auxier