There are 242 upcoming classes.
Little Learners: Fall Into Science [ages 3-5 w/adult] TK
Date: 10/30/24Time: 11:30am - 12:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required.
A class exploring simple science concepts and experiments inspired by children's literature.
Tickets available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
2024 Maryland STEM Festival
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 10/30/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners: Fall Into Science [ages 3-5 w/adult] TK
Date: 10/30/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required.
A class exploring simple science concepts and experiments inspired by children's literature.
Tickets available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
2024 Maryland STEM Festival
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade
Date: 10/30/24Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes - 1 hour. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Hocus-Pocus Slime Science (ages 6+ w/adult) TK
Date: 10/31/24Time: 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6+ w/adult; 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Come explore the science of chemistry as we brew up some fiendishly fun slime for Halloween.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
This class is part of the Maryland STEM Festival.
Owl Exploration (Ages 7-11 TK)
Date: 10/31/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Whoooo knows what an owl eats? Dissect an owl pellet to find out! Explore other aspects of the life of an owl through other fun activities.
This class is part of the Maryland STEM Festival.
Teen Connect - Make Fluffy Slime
Date: 10/31/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 11-18 | Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder.
Teen Connect will be on Mondays and Thursdays on full school days from 6-7 pm. Each one will feature a specific mini-class or activity and offer a chance to connect with other like-minded teens.
THIS SESSION: Fluffy Slime
Prepare to get messy! Learn to make stretchy, colorful, fluffy slime using glue, shaving cream, activator, and instant snow. You may take home what you make.
15 students maximum. First come, first served. Registering for a reminder does NOT guarantee you a seat!
FAM: Fun At Miller
Halloween Stickers for Teens
Date: 10/31/24Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the Cricut machine to create seasonal stickers to get into the autumnal spirit! Learn or practice your tech skills with the Cricut design space. All supplies provided for the class.
This class is part of the 2024 Maryland STEM Festival.
Little Learners STEM Learning Stations (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/01/24Time: 11:00am - 11:45am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; all 30 minutes. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class begins.
Explore and engage in various STEM concepts through self-guided stations and sensory play.
This class is part of the 2024 STEM Festival.
Chemistry in the Library: Picture Perfect Chemistry [ages 7+] RG
Date: 11/02/24Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7 & up (7-8 year olds must be accompanied by an adult). 60 min. Registration required.
Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for hands-on activities exploring the chemistry of photography and imaging.
2024 Maryland STEM Festival
AI Petting Zoo
Date: 11/02/24Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Test-drive a selection of AI tools and chatbots without sacrificing any privacy by signing up for an account or app in this interactive class. Develop skills in crafting effective prompts, understand the capabilities of different AI technologies, and recognize ethical issues related to AI development and usage. All skill levels welcome.
Registration is optional. Register if you wish to receive email reminders and updates about this class and related events. All seating is first-come, first-served.
This class is part of the 2024 MD STEM Festival.
Teen Connect - Clash of the Engineers
Date: 11/04/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 11-18 | Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder.
Teen Connect will be on Mondays and Thursdays on full school days from 6-7 pm. Each one will feature a specific mini-class or activity and offer a chance to connect with other like-minded teens. As always, we will still have board & card games, and community coloring supplies out as well.
THIS SESSION: Clash of the Engineers! Who will be the champion engineer? Tonight's building material is cardboard, the project will be revealed in class! With just 40 minutes, who's design will best meet the challenge project?
Enter the contest for a chance to win a prize, or just create and enjoy! Materials provided.
- Build as a team or an individual
- Students can only use materials available in this class.(students are not permitted to bring their own art supplies)
* JOINING US AS A TEAM? Register the names of all team members ON THE SAME REGISTRATION (teams are limited to 2-3 people).
* Building parameters, judging criteria and prizes will be discussed at the event.
FAM: Fun At Miller
Journey Into Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Date: 11/04/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Learn about Artificial Intelligence (AI), how to utilize AI, and how to make use of AI websites.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/05/24Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/05/24Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
STEM Fun: Snap Circuits (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 11/05/24Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10. 45-60 min. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Explore the science of electricity by designing and building circuits!
This class is part of the Maryland STEM Festival.
STEAM Team [3rd-5th grade] RG
Date: 11/05/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Wednesday, October 30 @ 10a.
2024 Maryland STEM Festival
Little Learners: Native Americans & Pumpkins (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 11/06/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning. In this class, participants will learn about pumpkins, one of the earliest known crops in America. Pumpkins were an essential part of Native American society and their diets!
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
This is part of HCLS' Native American Heritage Month celebration series. Click here for a full list of classes and events for all ages!
Introduction to 3D Printing Using MakerBot
Date: 11/06/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Learn how to use 3D printing to create designs for fabrication on the Makerspace Makerbot Method x3D printer. This session also discusses options for locating existing designs or creating original ones, how to import, setup and start up a 3D printing project, and shares some tips and tricks for setting up a design in an efficient and cost-effective manner. All levels of experience are welcome to attend.
Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch
Date: 11/07/24Time: 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 November is "Autumn"
*Each location will offer the same number of stations, but activities will vary between branches
Edge-Lit Acrylic Signs with the Laser Cutter
Date: 11/07/24Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Take STEM learning into real-world applications. Create your own edge-lit acrylic sign in the Glenwood Branch + Makerspace. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All attendees must register for the class. All materials provided.
This class is part of the 2024 MD STEM Festival
Math Lab [3rd-5th grade] TK
Date: 11/07/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Ticket required.
Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills and strategies as we explore different math topics.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins.
2024 Maryland STEM Festival
Little Learners Bingo (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/08/24Time: 11:00am - 11:45am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; all 30 minutes. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class begins.
Enhance! Identify! Improve number, letter and shape recognition while having fun playing BINGO!
This class is part of the 2024 STEM Festival.
Friday Coding Club
Date: 11/08/24Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.
Taking Your FIRST Steps in STEM (Ages 9 - 14)
Date: 11/09/24Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children, Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Join team Cryptic #20123, a World Championship level FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) robotics team from Centennial High School, to learn and experience the joys of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through fun and engaging activities! Experience three different STEM stations: Build a bridge, Learn to Code, and Design a Rube Goldberg Machine.
This event is part of the Howard County Library System's Teens Teach initiative.
Open Video Game Time
Date: 11/09/24Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Did you know the library loans video games? Come see what we have, and then try a game out on our PS5!
Open to middle and high school students, please register to guarantee game time
Find Your Own Books! (7-11 years) RG
Date: 11/09/24Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7-11; 45 min. Registration required.
Do you want to find your own books? Do you enjoy popular titles that are often NOT on the shelf? We will navigate our catalog, have some hard to find titles on hand to check out, and go on a scavenger hunt. Have fun not only being a shelf detective, but also a HCLS junior librarian. Register for or bring your library card!
Beyond Words for Adults
Date: 11/12/24Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Step into the fun and active world of Adult Beyond Words, an inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of people (ages 18+) with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.
Participants may partake in five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - with activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - with puzzles and cognitive challenges that nurture intellectual growth and problem-solving skills
Movement - with active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration that focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Sensory - where calm, relaxation, and play combine to stimulate and regulate the senses to reduce anxiety and stress
With a new theme and different stations each month, Adult 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.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for this month is Thankful for Autumn
FAM - Fun At Miller
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/12/24Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/12/24Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
STEAM Team [3rd-5th grade] RG
Date: 11/12/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Wednesday, November 6 @ 10a.
2024 Maryland STEM Festival
Teens’ Tech Toolkit: WeVideo (Ages 11-18)
Date: 11/12/24Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Are you tired of making bland slideshows for your projects and presentations? This is the class for you! Learn about various online creative tools that can help you upgrade your project and deliver information in a fun, creative way. This class will focus on the video software WeVideo. If you have a school-provided Chromebook, please bring to this class for practical application.
After Effects Green Screen Photobooth
Date: 11/12/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Take a trip to distant locations from the comfort of the library. Come take greenscreen photos and learn how to insert yourself into extraordinary backdrops.
This class is part of the 2024 MD STEM Festival.
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 11/13/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Lil' STEAMers [1st- 2nd grade] TK
Date: 11/13/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
1st-2nd grade. 30 min. Ticket required.
Stretch your creative thinking muscles as we explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through activities, experiments, games, and stories.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins.
2024 Maryland STEM Festival
Building Palooza (Everyone), TK
Date: 11/14/24Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Like to build and create? Building Palooza offers a variety of traditional and non-traditional building materials for all ages.
2024 Maryland STEM Festival
Teen Connect - Mindful Mandala Coloring
Date: 11/14/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 11-18 | Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder.
Teen Connect will be on Mondays and Thursdays on full school days from 6-7 pm. Each one will feature a specific mini-class or activity and offer a chance to connect with other like-minded teens. As always, we will still have our video gaming systems, board & card games, and community coloring supplies out as well.
THIS SESSION: Mindful Mandala Coloring
Come and color mandalas to decorate The Center.while listening to Chillhop lofi music. It's a great way to chillax with new friends after a tough week.
FAM: Fun At Miller
Find Your Own Books! (7-11 years) RG
Date: 11/14/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7-11; 45 min. Registration required.
Do you want to find your own books? Do you enjoy popular titles that are often NOT on the shelf? We will navigate our catalog, have some hard to find titles on hand to check out, and go on a scavenger hunt. Have fun not only being a shelf detective, but also a HCLS junior librarian. Register for or bring your library card!
Little Learners STEM Learning Stations (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/15/24Time: 11:00am - 11:45am
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5 with adult; all 30 minutes. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class begins.
Explore and engage in various STEM concepts through self-guided stations and sensory play.
This class is part of the 2024 Maryland STEM Festival.
How the Yaocomaco Lived (5-10 years) RG
Date: 11/16/24Time: 11:30am - 12:15pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 5-10; 45 min. Registration required.
Celebrate National Native American Heritage Month! Learn about how Maryland's native people lived before the colonists arrived. We will excavate like archaeologists to find 'artifacts' and use them to learn about the Yaocomaco tribe. This is part of HCLS' Native American Heritage Month celebration series. Click here for a full list of classes and events for all ages!
Chemistry in the Library: Picture Perfect Chemistry (Ages 7+) RG
Date: 11/16/24Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7 & up (7-8 year olds must be accompanied by an adult). 60 min. Registration required.
Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for hands-on activities exploring the chemistry of photography and imaging.
This class is part of the Maryland STEM Festival.
Explore Deep Sea Life (7-11 years) TK
Date: 11/16/24Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7-11; 60 min. Ticket required.
Deep sea is an environment devoid of sunlight and under immense pressure. Learn about the animals that live in the most extreme environment on Earth and how they survive. Do an experiment and make a deep sea sticker. This class is part of the 2024 Maryland STEM Festival.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Build Your Own Geodome [ages 9-12 TK]
Date: 11/16/24Time: 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Triangles are known as the sturdiest figure in the architecture world. Construct your geodesic shape out of newspaper and create a structure you can sit in.
Haori -- Upcycling
Date: 11/18/24Time: 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
A Haori is a traditional Japanese jacket usually worn over a kimono. In modern times it can be worn like a cardigan over a long shirt or hoodie for a streetwear style.
Upcycle a T-shirt to make your own Haori for the fall /school year! All materials are provided; however, feel free to bring your own, if you wish.
Please plan to attend all three days.
IMPORTANT: Because of limited seats and class popularity, reservations will not be held beyond 3:40 pm. At that time unfilled reservations will be offered to non-registered students present in the library.
This class is for teens who took a “sewing basics” class or have at least a beginner level of sewing experience. Please watch this video to gauge your sewing skill level before you register, as these skills will not be taught during the class. Video coming soon.
Teen Connect - DIY Leather Accessories
Date: 11/18/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 11-18 | Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder.
Teen Connect will be on Mondays and Thursdays on full school days from 6-7 pm. Each one will feature a specific mini-class or activity and offer a chance to connect with other like-minded teens. As always, we will still have board & card games, and community coloring supplies out as well.
THIS SESSION: No Sew, DIY genuine leather accessories. Create a custom bracelet, key chain, bookmark, or whatever your imagination dreams of. Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring anything you would like.
FAM: Fun At Miller
Maker Gifts! Automata Toy: Makerspace Mondays
Date: 11/18/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create a charming, hand operated, mechanical toy! Before microchips and electric motors, children’s toys were powered by cranks, gears, cams, and followers. Learn about simple self-operating machines, reciprocation motion, and control mechanisms designed to follow a sequence of operations, resulting in predetermined movement.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/19/24Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/19/24Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Mammals and Scales with the Maryland Zoo (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/19/24Time: 11:30am - 12:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5, with adult. 30 min. Ticket required.
Furry, slimy, soft and hard! Warm vs. cold-blooded. So many differences! Meet three of the Zoo’s Animal Ambassadors to discover the differences between our furry and scaly friends! Presented by The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore.
Little Learners: Fall Science Celebrates Water Cycle (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/19/24Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: East Columbia Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Celebrate and explore indigenous-led conservation movements, learn about the water cycle and discover actions to protect one of earth's greatest resources.
This is part of HCLS' Native American Heritage Month series. Click here for the full schedule of classes and events for all ages.
Snacks available to those 18 and under care of GoodHarvest from 3:30-4:30pm
Waste Warriors: Eco Education
Date: 11/19/24Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Learn the effects of plastics and the history of upcycling as you create a mosaic and bracelets and a table from "upcycled" materials.
IMPORTANT: Parents & Guardians - Permission forms are required for all participants. Please complete both forms (available to download on the right side of this page) and send them to the class with your child.
Waste Warriors is a YEP grant funded initiative.
STEAM Team [3rd-5th grade] RG
Date: 11/19/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Wednesday, November 13 @ 10a.
STEAM Makers: Create a Commercial (8-11 years) RG
Date: 11/20/24Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration Required.
Team up with other broadcast enthusiasts to produce a radio ad in our AV Lab for a mystery client.
Please provide an email address or bring a flash drive to save a copy of your recording.
Little Learners: Native American Star Stories (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 11/20/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min
Star stories have been an important oral tradition among Native Americans and Indigenous Peoples for generations. Explore some of these tales though fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
This is part of HCLS' Native American Heritage Month celebration series. Click here for a full list of classes and events for all ages!
Unbeweaveable Wednesday (Ages 5-11) TK
Date: 11/20/24Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
What is weaving? Why do people weave? We will explore weaving using looms and non-traditional items to weave. For Ages 5-11, Ages 5-7 with an adult
This is part of HCLS' Native American Heritage Month celebration series. Click here for a full list of classes and events for all ages!
Edge-Lit Acrylic Signs with the Laser Cutter
Date: 11/20/24Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Take STEM learning into real-world applications. Create your own edge-lit acrylic sign in the Glenwood Branch + Makerspace. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All attendees must register for the class. All materials provided.
Don't Let History Be a Mystery: History of Thanksgiving Through Native American Eyes [ages 6-10] TK
Date: 11/20/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10. 45 min. Ticket required.
Learn more about the Native American Tribe who were there at the First Thanksgiving. Includes stories, activities, and a craft.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
This is part of HCLS' Native American Heritage Month celebration series. Click here for a full list of classes and events for all ages!
Teen Beyond Words - Special Day
Date: 11/21/24Time: 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, an inclusive monthly class designed to spark joy and ignite the imagination of young people (ages 11 - 21) with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.
Participants may partake in five engaging stations, that include:
Motor Skills - with activities that celebrate fine motor movement and coordination
Arts & Crafts - where imagination and artistic vision come to life, giving voice to the unique expressions within
Cognitive Skills - with puzzles and cognitive challenges that nurture intellectual growth and problem-solving skills
Movement - with active games, physical challenges, and other movement exploration that focuses on gross motor skills, balance, etc.to get participants up and moving
Sensory - where calm, relaxation, and play combine to stimulate and regulate the senses to reduce anxiety and stress
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.
Participants may stay for as little or as long as they want.
Caregivers must stay with participants at all times.
The theme for this month is Autumn Gratitude
FAM - Fun At Miller
STEAM Powered Book Club [2nd-3rd grade] RG
Date: 11/21/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Grades 2-3. 45 minutes. Registration required.
Join our discussion about the book, then participate in a related STEAM activity. This month we will be reading Waffles and Pancake 2, Flight or Fright by Drew Brockington (Pick up at Children’s Desk after registering).
Friday Coding Club
Date: 11/22/24Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.
Waste Warriors: Eco Education
Date: 11/23/24Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Learn the effects of plastics and the history of upcycling as you create a mosaic and bracelets and a community bench from "upcycled' materials.
IMPORTANT: Parents & Guardians - Permission forms are required for all participants. Please complete both forms (available to download on the right side of this page) and send them to the class with your child.
Waste Warriors is a YEP grant funded initiative.
STEAM Makers: Create a Commercial (8-11 years) RG
Date: 11/23/24Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration Required.
Team up with other broadcast enthusiasts to produce a radio ad in our AV Lab for a mystery client.
Please provide an email address or bring a flash drive to save a copy of your recording.
Blocks, Bricks, Flakes, and Straws: Makerspace Mondays After-school Special
Date: 11/25/24Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Compete in a series of extraordinary Engineering Challenge using multiple STEM building tools, such as Lego Bricks, wooden blocks, Brainflakes, and straws.
Fairytale Engineering: The Three Little Pigs (ages 6-9) TK
Date: 11/25/24Time: 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-9. 45 min. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Straw, sticks or brick? Travel to the fairytale world of the Three Little Pigs by hearing a version of this story, and then design a plan for the pigs to build a sturdy house.
Who's at the Zoo? [all ages] TK
Date: 11/25/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. 45 min. Ticket required.
Learn about a variety of animals found at the Smithsonian's National Zoo. Each session will focus on a specific animal. Develop an understanding of each animal's special adaptations through hands-on stations.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/26/24Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 11/26/24Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Animal Track Stories (Ages 6-11) TK
Date: 11/26/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Animal Track Stories (ages 6-11)
Tickets available 15 minutes before class start time.
Do you love nature? Do you want to learn about animals that live near you? Come on out and learn to identify animal tracks. Learn about the animals near you and how they interact with each other and the land. Create your own track story and test your tracking skills.
Create and Perform With Puppets (Ages 6-8) TK
Date: 11/26/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Cubelets® Engineering Challenge (ages 8-10) TK
Date: 11/27/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Work in teams to solve engineering challenges with Cubelets®.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 11/27/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Who's at the Zoo: Winter Edition [all ages] TK
Date: 12/02/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. 45 min. Ticket required.
Learn about a different species each week. Develop an understanding of each animal's special cold weather adaptations through hands-on stations.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Senior Planet- Digital Scrapbooking Tools
Date: 12/02/24Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
HCLS is partnering with Senior Planet from AARP to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends.
Do you like scrapbooking but want a more convenient way to organize and arrange your photos and mementos? Come learn about these digital scrapbooking tools that make it easy to digitize your memories. In this lecture, you’ll get an overview of a few different tools that make it easy to create, share, and print your scrapbooks. You’ll also learn about common features across the different platforms.
Please note this is a demonstration / lecture and not a hands-on class.
Teen Connect - Clash of the Engineers
Date: 12/02/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 11-18 | Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder.
Teen Connect will be on Mondays and Thursdays on full school days from 6-7 pm. Each one will feature a specific mini-class or activity and offer a chance to connect with other like-minded teens. As always, we will still have board & card games, and community coloring supplies out as well.
THIS SESSION: Clash of the Engineers! Who will be the champion engineer? Tonight's building material is LEGOS, the project will be revealed in class! With just 40 minutes, who's design will best meet the challenge project?
Enter the contest for a chance to win a prize, or just create and enjoy! Materials provided.
- Build as a team or an individual
- Students can only use materials available in this class.(students are not permitted to bring their own art supplies)
* JOINING US AS A TEAM? Register the names of all team members ON THE SAME REGISTRATION (teams are limited to 2-3 people).
* Building parameters, judging criteria and prizes will be discussed at the event.
FAM: Fun At Miller
Who's at the Zoo: Winter Edition [all ages] TK
Date: 12/02/24Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. 45 min. Ticket required.
Learn about a different species each week. Develop an understanding of each animal's special cold weather adaptations through hands-on stations.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Maker Gifts! Puzzle Box Book: Makerspace Mondays
Date: 12/02/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Books have historically been used for purposes other than written communication. Sometimes books have been used as a hiding place — diaries and scrapbooks hold secrets and memories. Engineer a lovely book of secrets.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 12/03/24Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 12/03/24Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 12/04/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Savage 3D Printing Meetup
Date: 12/04/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Are you interested in 3D printing, optimizing designs for 3D printing, or building your own 3D printer at home?
Drop-in to our community meet-up where you can collaborate with fellow enthusiasts, work on 3D design projects, ask questions, share ideas, and expand your knowledge about CAD, our Makerbot Method X, and 3D printing in general.
Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level. Register to receive reminder emails.
Beyond Words at East Columbia Branch
Date: 12/05/24Time: 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 December is "Holidays Around the World"
*Each location will offer the same number of stations, but activities will vary between branches
Friday Coding Club
Date: 12/06/24Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.
Digital Holiday Greeting Card (families)
Date: 12/07/24Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Families; allow 15-20 min.
Visit our AV Studio, record a holiday greeting, and design a digital greeting card.
Teen Connect EXTENDED - Pom Pom-Paloosa!
Date: 12/09/24Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 11-18 | Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder. | This is an EXTENDED Teen Connect class.
Teen Connect will be on Mondays and Thursdays on full school days from 6-7 pm. Each one will feature a specific mini-class or activity and offer a chance to connect with other like-minded teens. As always, we will still have board & card games, and community coloring supplies out as well.
THIS SESSION: Yarn Crafting with Pom Poms with EXTENDED time! Explore yarn crafting with our pom pom makers. Experiment with different sizes, choose from a large assortment of yarn, add eyes, felt, or thread to make an adorable fluffy animal, or keep it simple and just make fun pom poms for your backpack, key chain or anyplace your imagination takes them!
FAM: Fun At Miller
Instagram for Small Business
Date: 12/09/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Looking for ways to get your small business more connected online? Learn about the ways that Instagram and Canva can work to support your goals!
If you can't make it, register for our virtual session here.
Registration is optional. Register if you wish to receive email reminders and updates about this class and related events. All seating is first-come, first-served.
Maker Gifts! Gilded Pinch Pots: Makerspace Mondays
Date: 12/09/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
The application of gold as a decorative element is known as "gilding" and has been practiced using a variety of techniques since ancient times. Create an air dry pinch pot, then gild a portion with imitation gold leaf for dramatic effect.
Pocket Solar System with HAL [families, 9 and under with adult]
Date: 12/09/24Time: 7:15pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Join Instructor Bob from the Howard Astrological League for an out-of-this-world class, creating a pocket-sized solar system. Then enjoy close-up moon gazing with League members and their telescopes at the library entrance.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 12/10/24Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 12/10/24Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 12/11/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Hour of Code: 3D T-Rex Video Game (8-11 years) RG
Date: 12/11/24Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required.
Celebrate National Computer Science Week. Open to experienced and new coders; Hour of Code offers step-by-step tutorials at any level. Learn fundamental coding concepts and the basics of video game development. Let your coding adventures begin!
Turn Drawings into Keepsakes
Date: 12/12/24Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Explore how to use the laser cutter/engraver in the Glenwood Makerspace. Create your own custom keepsake from a drawing that you make in class. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. All attendees who wish to make a keepsake must register for the class. All materials provided.
Teen Connect - Beaded Bows
Date: 12/16/24Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 11-18 | Drop-In, but you may register for a reminder.
Teen Connect will be on Mondays and Thursdays on full school days from 6-7 pm. Each one will feature a specific mini-class or activity and offer a chance to connect with other like-minded teens. As always, we will still have board & card games, and community coloring supplies out as well.
THIS SESSION: Beaded Bows! Using our beading spinners, create a beaded bow for gift giving.
FAM: Fun At Miller
Maker Gifts! Light Sensing Lamp: Makerspace Mondays
Date: 12/16/24Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Engineer a wooden bedside lamp that detects ambient light levels and automatically turns on in bright light and turns off in darkness. Learn about circuits, sensors, and electronics. No soldering required. Then paint. Makes a great gift!
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 12/17/24Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 12/17/24Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
STEAM Makers: Holiday Hand-Sewing (8-11 years) RG
Date: 12/18/24Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required.
Practice the design process using real sewing materials to engineer a holiday-inspired project.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 12/18/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Instagram for Small Business
Date: 12/19/24Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Branch: Online Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Looking for ways to get your small business more connected online? Learn about the ways that Instagram and Canva can work to support your goals!
If you would like to attend this class in person, click here.
Register here to receive the Zoom link.
STEAM Play: HEXBUGs & Magformers (7-12 years) TK
Date: 12/20/24Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7-12; allow 20 min. Ticket required.
Enjoy free play with HEXBUGs and Magformers!
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Friday Coding Club
Date: 12/20/24Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.
STEAM Makers: Holiday Hand-Sewing (8-11 years) RG
Date: 12/21/24Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required.
Practice the design process using real sewing materials to engineer a holiday-inspired project.
3-D Building Challenge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 12/26/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Get creative to build your own towers, 3-D shapes, and other fun challenges with Skoolzy giant straws building sets.
Free tickets will be available at the children's desk beginning 15 minutes before the class.
STEM Fun: Code & Go Robot Mouse (ages 6-9) TK
Date: 12/27/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-9. 45 min. Ticket required.
Explore the science of coding and programming with Colby, the programmable mouse.
Craft Pop-Up Shop: New Year's Edition [ages 4 & up]
Date: 12/30/24Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 4 and up. Allow 15 minutes. Drop in.
Pop-in and make a craft to celebrate the new year!
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 12/31/24Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 12/31/24Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Pixel Art Challenge (Ages 8-10) TK
Date: 12/31/24Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Ticket available 15 minutes before class.
Create your own video game inspired 2-D pictures in this pixel art challenge.
Math Lab [3rd-5th grade] TK
Date: 01/02/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Ticket required.
Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills and strategies as we explore different math topics.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins.
Friday Coding Club
Date: 01/03/25Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.
Fairytale Engineering: The Three Billy Goats Gruff (ages 6-9) TK
Date: 01/04/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-9. 45 min. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Listen to a version of the fairytale The Three Billy Goats Gruff and then engineer a bridge to keep the three goats safe from the troll!
Who's at the Zoo: Winter Edition [all ages] TK
Date: 01/06/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. 45 min. Ticket required.
Learn about a different species each week. Develop an understanding of each animal's special cold weather adaptations through hands-on stations.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Adult Open AV Lab
Date: 01/06/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the wide array of design software and equipment in the Savage Audio-Visual Lab. Work on existing projects or learn how to use our recording and editing equipment for new projects.
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
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Sound dampened audio recording booth
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Electronic instruments
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Adobe suite applications
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Wacom drawing tablets
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Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Who's at the Zoo: Winter Edition [all ages] TK
Date: 01/06/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. 45 min. Ticket required.
Learn about a different species each week. Develop an understanding of each animal's special cold weather adaptations through hands-on stations.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
In the Hall of the Mountain King! (7-12 years) TK
Date: 01/06/25Time: 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7-12; 45 min. Ticket required.
Listen to Edvard Grieg's thrilling Peer Gynt! Move to the mood of the music and draw your impressions of the story.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 01/07/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 01/07/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 01/08/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade (TK)
Date: 01/08/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Lil' STEAMers [1st- 2nd grade] TK
Date: 01/08/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
1st-2nd grade. 30 min. Ticket required.
Stretch your creative thinking muscles as we explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through activities, experiments, games, and stories.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade (TK)
Date: 01/08/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Solar System Science (Ages 8-10) TK
Date: 01/11/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Tickets available 15 minutes before class time.
Most people know that the planets in our Solar System are super far away. Do you know how big they are? Discover some fascinating information about our neighboring planets through a fun activity using modeling dough!
Little Learners: Chill Out with Science: SNOW (3-5 years with adult) TK
Date: 01/13/25Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Explore winter science themes through children's literature and hands-on activities.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Adult Open AV Lab
Date: 01/13/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the wide array of design software and equipment in the Savage Audio-Visual Lab. Work on existing projects or learn how to use our recording and editing equipment for new projects.
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
-
Sound dampened audio recording booth
-
Electronic instruments
-
Adobe suite applications
-
Wacom drawing tablets
-
Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 01/14/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 01/14/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Icy Science (Ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 01/15/25Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ice cold fun that'll make your teeth chatter. Join us for simple science experiments with ice.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 01/15/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade (TK)
Date: 01/15/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Date: 01/15/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade; 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 15 - Mar 5
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade (TK)
Date: 01/15/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Mammals and Scales with the Maryland Zoo (ages 2-5 with adult) TK
Date: 01/16/25Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 2-5, with adult. 30 min. Ticket required.
Furry, slimy, soft and hard! Warm vs. cold-blooded. So many differences! Meet three of the Zoo’s Animal Ambassadors to discover the differences between our furry and scaly friends! Presented by The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore.
Maximum group size: 35 children
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade
Date: 01/16/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 16 - Mar 6
STEAM Powered Book Club [2nd-3rd grade] RG
Date: 01/16/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Grades 2-3. 45 minutes. Registration required.
Join our discussion about the book, then participate in a related STEAM activity. This month we will be reading Six dots : a story of young Louis Braille by Jen Bryant (Pick up at Children’s Desk after registering).
TinkerCad-emy: 3D Printed Rings & Bracelets
Date: 01/16/25Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Have you ever designed your own jewelry? Now you can! Design your own rings or bracelets to be 3D printed. Use TinkerCad to create a customized design and learn how to bring it to life with our MakerBot Method X 3D Printer. No experience necessary, all skill levels welcome.
Friday Coding Club
Date: 01/17/25Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 01/21/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 01/21/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for K-2nd Grade (RG)
Date: 01/21/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
K-2nd grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
STEAM Makers: Oobleck, Cloud Dough, & Beyond (8-11 years) RG
Date: 01/22/25Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required.
Explore solutions, suspensions, and non-Newtonian fluids as we experiment with cornstarch and other household products. Dress for mess!
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 01/22/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade (TK)
Date: 01/22/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Date: 01/22/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade; 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 15 - Mar 5
Math Lab Jr. [1st-2nd grade] TK
Date: 01/22/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
1st-2nd grade. 30 min. Ticket required.
Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills and strategies as we explore different math topics.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade (TK)
Date: 01/22/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Savage 3D Printing Meetup
Date: 01/22/25Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Are you interested in 3D printing, optimizing designs for 3D printing, or building your own 3D printer at home?
Drop-in to our community meet-up where you can collaborate with fellow enthusiasts, work on 3D design projects, ask questions, share ideas, and expand your knowledge about CAD, our Makerbot Method X, and 3D printing in general.
Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level. Register to receive reminder emails.
Meet the Diamondback Terrapins (families) TK
Date: 01/23/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Families; 90 min. Ticket required.
Learn from ambassadors at Maryland Environmental Service all about the Diamondback Terrapin, Maryland's state reptile. They hatch on Poplar Island and are raised by educators in Maryland before being released back into the Chesapeake Bay. In this presentation you will see live terrapins and learn about their care.
Students must be in at least third grade to hold a terrapin.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for 3rd-5th Grade (RG)
Date: 01/23/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade
Date: 01/23/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 16 - Mar 6
Magic Tree House On the Ice (ages 6-10 TK)
Date: 01/24/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10. 60 minutes. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes prior to class.
Travel to Antarctica with Jack and Annie for some icy science activities and penguin fun.
Little Learners: Chill Out with Science: SNOWMEN (3-5 years with adult) TK
Date: 01/27/25Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Explore winter science themes through children's literature and hands-on activities.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Adult Open AV Lab
Date: 01/27/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the wide array of design software and equipment in the Savage Audio-Visual Lab. Work on existing projects or learn how to use our recording and editing equipment for new projects.
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
-
Sound dampened audio recording booth
-
Electronic instruments
-
Adobe suite applications
-
Wacom drawing tablets
-
Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 01/28/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 01/28/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for K-2nd Grade (RG)
Date: 01/28/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
K-2nd grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
Ozobots on Lunar New Year (Ages 7-11 TK)
Date: 01/29/25Time: 11:00am - 11:45am
Branch: Glenwood Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
How may envelopes can your Ozobot Dragon collect in 30 seconds? Use markers to code your Dragon Ozobot's way to collect red envelopes in celebration of Lunar New Year. Whoever collects the most coins before time is up wins!
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 01/29/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade (TK)
Date: 01/29/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Date: 01/29/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade; 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 15 - Mar 5
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade (TK)
Date: 01/29/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for 3rd-5th Grade (RG)
Date: 01/30/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade
Date: 01/30/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 16 - Mar 6
Friday Coding Club
Date: 01/31/25Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.
Healthy Heart (families) TK
Date: 02/01/25Time: 11:30am - 12:15pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Families; 45 min. Ticket required.
We all have a heart, show you care and bring someone you love to learn about the circulatory system, listen to stories, and get your heart pumping with good music.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners: Chill Out with Science: ANIMALS IN WINTER (3-5 years with adult) TK
Date: 02/03/25Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Explore winter science themes through children's literature and hands-on activities.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Who's at the Zoo: Winter Edition [all ages] TK
Date: 02/03/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. 45 min. Ticket required.
Learn about a different species each week. Develop an understanding of each animal's special cold weather adaptations through hands-on stations.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Adult Open AV Lab
Date: 02/03/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the wide array of design software and equipment in the Savage Audio-Visual Lab. Work on existing projects or learn how to use our recording and editing equipment for new projects.
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
-
Sound dampened audio recording booth
-
Electronic instruments
-
Adobe suite applications
-
Wacom drawing tablets
-
Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Who's at the Zoo: Winter Edition [all ages] TK
Date: 02/03/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children, Everyone
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
All ages. 45 min. Ticket required.
Learn about a different species each week. Develop an understanding of each animal's special cold weather adaptations through hands-on stations.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 02/04/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 02/04/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for K-2nd Grade (RG)
Date: 02/04/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
K-2nd grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
STEAM Team [3rd-5th grade] RG
Date: 02/04/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Wednesday, January 29 @ 10a.
3-D Building Challenge (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 02/05/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10; 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Get creative to build your own towers, 3-D shapes, and other fun challenges with Skoolzy giant straws building sets.
Free tickets will be available at the children's desk beginning 15 minutes before the class.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 02/05/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade (TK)
Date: 02/05/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Date: 02/05/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade; 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 15 - Mar 5
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade (TK)
Date: 02/05/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for 3rd-5th Grade (RG)
Date: 02/06/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade
Date: 02/06/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 16 - Mar 6
Math Lab [3rd-5th grade] TK
Date: 02/06/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Ticket required.
Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills and strategies as we explore different math topics.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins.
Little Learners: Chill Out with Science: PEOPLE IN WINTER (3-5 years with adult) TK
Date: 02/10/25Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min. Ticket Required.
Explore winter science themes through children's literature and hands-on activities.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Adult Open AV Lab
Date: 02/10/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the wide array of design software and equipment in the Savage Audio-Visual Lab. Work on existing projects or learn how to use our recording and editing equipment for new projects.
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
-
Sound dampened audio recording booth
-
Electronic instruments
-
Adobe suite applications
-
Wacom drawing tablets
-
Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 02/11/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 02/11/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for K-2nd Grade (RG)
Date: 02/11/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
K-2nd grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
STEAM Team [3rd-5th grade] RG
Date: 02/11/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Wednesday, February 5 @ 10a.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 02/12/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade (TK)
Date: 02/12/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Date: 02/12/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade; 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 15 - Mar 5
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade (TK)
Date: 02/12/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for 3rd-5th Grade (RG)
Date: 02/13/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
Cubelets® Engineering Challenge (ages 8-10) TK
Date: 02/13/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10. 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Work in teams to solve engineering challenges with Cubelets®.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade
Date: 02/13/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 16 - Mar 6
Friday Coding Club
Date: 02/14/25Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 02/18/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 02/18/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for K-2nd Grade (RG)
Date: 02/18/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
K-2nd grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
STEAM Team [3rd-5th grade] RG
Date: 02/18/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Wednesday, February 12 @ 10a.
STEAM Makers: Counting on Crochet (8-11 years) RG
Date: 02/19/25Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required.
Learn how math a crochet intertwine while making a curly worm keychain.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 02/19/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade (TK)
Date: 02/19/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Date: 02/19/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade; 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 15 - Mar 5
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade (TK)
Date: 02/19/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for 3rd-5th Grade (RG)
Date: 02/20/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade
Date: 02/20/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 16 - Mar 6
STEM Fun: Snap Circuits (ages 6-10) TK
Date: 02/20/25Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-10. 45-60 min. Ticket required.
Explore the science of electricity by designing and building circuits!
STEAM Powered Book Club [2nd-3rd grade] RG
Date: 02/20/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Grades 2-3. 45 minutes. Registration required.
Join our discussion about the book, then participate in a related STEAM activity. This month we will be reading The boy who harnessed the wind by William KamKwamba (Pick up at Children’s Desk after registering).
STEAM Makers: Counting on Crochet (8-11 years) RG
Date: 02/21/25Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration required.
Learn how math a crochet intertwine while making a curly worm keychain.
Make a Bird Feeder (5-10 years) RG
Date: 02/22/25Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
5-10 years; 60 min. Registration required.
Celebrate National Bird-Feeding Month by learning about the birds in your backyard and making a bird feeder with natural elements including sun butter and fresh fruit. Dress for mess.
Owl Pellet Dissection (ages 8-10) TK
Date: 02/22/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 8-10. Ticket required. Please pick up tickets 15 minutes before class begins.
Owls are amazing! Learn what owls eat, as well as how a pellet is formed in an owl's unique digestive system. Dissect a sterilized pellet and use investigative skills to analyze and identify the contents to determine what the owl ate!
Where Are All the Bugs? (6-11 years) RG
Date: 02/22/25Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 6-11; 60 min. Registration required.
Learn about insect life cycles, what they are doing in winter, and why they're important for the health of the environment. Focus will be on Maryland species. Enjoy bug bingo and make a buggy craft.
Adult Open AV Lab
Date: 02/24/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the wide array of design software and equipment in the Savage Audio-Visual Lab. Work on existing projects or learn how to use our recording and editing equipment for new projects.
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
-
Sound dampened audio recording booth
-
Electronic instruments
-
Adobe suite applications
-
Wacom drawing tablets
-
Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 02/25/25Time: 10:15am - 10:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Little Learners (ages 3-5 with adult) TK
Date: 02/25/25Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for K-2nd Grade (RG)
Date: 02/25/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
K-2nd grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
STEAM Team [3rd-5th grade] RG
Date: 02/25/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd-5th grade. 45 min. Registration required.
Work together in small groups investigating hands on STEAM activities.
Please register for each class separately.
Registration for this class begins Wednesday, February 19 @ 10a.
Little Learners (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) TK
Date: 02/26/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 min.
Fun stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers that spark curiosity and support learning.
Ticket required. Free tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade (TK)
Date: 02/26/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Date: 02/26/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade; 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 15 - Mar 5
Math Lab Jr. [1st-2nd grade] TK
Date: 02/26/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
1st-2nd grade. 30 min. Ticket required.
Math can be fun! Develop problem-solving skills and strategies as we explore different math topics.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before the class begins.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade (TK)
Date: 02/26/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 minutes. Tickets available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class time.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build cool stuff, play fun games, solve mysterious puzzles, or make music...and make friendships at the same time.
Class series runs for 8 weeks. Each week offers different math concepts and activities.
Savage 3D Printing Meetup
Date: 02/26/25Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Teens, Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Are you interested in 3D printing, optimizing designs for 3D printing, or building your own 3D printer at home?
Drop-in to our community meet-up where you can collaborate with fellow enthusiasts, work on 3D design projects, ask questions, share ideas, and expand your knowledge about CAD, our Makerbot Method X, and 3D printing in general.
Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level. Register to receive reminder emails.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for 3rd-5th Grade (RG)
Date: 02/27/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade
Date: 02/27/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 16 - Mar 6
Friday Coding Club
Date: 02/28/25Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.
Adult Open AV Lab
Date: 03/03/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the wide array of design software and equipment in the Savage Audio-Visual Lab. Work on existing projects or learn how to use our recording and editing equipment for new projects.
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
-
Sound dampened audio recording booth
-
Electronic instruments
-
Adobe suite applications
-
Wacom drawing tablets
-
Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for K-2nd Grade (RG)
Date: 03/04/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
K-2nd grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Date: 03/05/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Kindergarten- 2nd grade; 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 15 - Mar 5
Crazy 8s: Math Club for 3rd-5th Grade (RG)
Date: 03/06/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
Crazy 8’s: Math Club for 3rd - 5th Grade
Date: 03/06/25Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45-60 min. Registration required.
Crazy 8's is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess, and make friendships at the same time.
Jan 16 - Mar 6
Adult Open AV Lab
Date: 03/10/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the wide array of design software and equipment in the Savage Audio-Visual Lab. Work on existing projects or learn how to use our recording and editing equipment for new projects.
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
-
Sound dampened audio recording booth
-
Electronic instruments
-
Adobe suite applications
-
Wacom drawing tablets
-
Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for K-2nd Grade (RG)
Date: 03/11/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
K-2nd grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
Crazy 8s: Math Club for 3rd-5th Grade (RG)
Date: 03/13/25Time: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Crazy 8s is a nationwide math club designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to play games, move their bodies, think out loud, build stuff, and build friendships at the same time. We inspire kids to love math so they embrace and excel at it.
This is an 8-week class series. When you register, you will be signed up for all 8 sessions.
Friday Coding Club
Date: 03/14/25Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Teens
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Create games, animations, websites, and more with code! No prior knowledge of coding or programming required. Make friends and build your knowledge at an easy pace. Attend any number of sessions.
Chemistry in the Library: Glaciers: Hot Topic, Cool Chemistry! [grades 2+] RG
Date: 03/15/25Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch: Miller Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Grades 2 & up (Students aged 7-8 must be accompanied by an adult.). 60 min. Registration required.
Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for a hands-on program on the chemistry of glaciers.
Adult Open AV Lab
Date: 03/17/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the wide array of design software and equipment in the Savage Audio-Visual Lab. Work on existing projects or learn how to use our recording and editing equipment for new projects.
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
-
Sound dampened audio recording booth
-
Electronic instruments
-
Adobe suite applications
-
Wacom drawing tablets
-
Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Brain Builders: Finger Painting Fun! (Age: 2-3 years)TK
Date: 03/18/25Time: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Did you know that finger painting with young children is not only fun but it also develops their fine motor skills necessary for writing. Exposure to the arts enhances creativity and helps build self expression through sensory play and experimentation. This Finger Painting Fun! class is part of the Brain Builders series. Dress for Mess! Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class at the children's desk.
Brain Builders: Finger Painting Fun! (Age: 2-3 years) TK
Date: 03/21/25Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Did you know that finger painting with young children is not only fun but it also develops their fine motor skills necessary for writing. Exposure to the arts enhances creativity and helps build self expression through sensory play and experimentation. This Finger Painting Fun! class is part of the Brain Builders series. Dress for Mess! Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class at the children's desk.
Chemistry in the Library: Glaciers: Hot Topic, Cool Chemistry! (Ages 7+) RG
Date: 03/22/25Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Branch: Elkridge Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7 & up (7-8 year olds must be accompanied by an adult). 60 min. Registration required.
Chemistry in the Library – Chemists Celebrate Earth Week (CCEW)
Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for a hands-on program on the chemistry of glaciers.
Adult Open AV Lab
Date: 03/24/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the wide array of design software and equipment in the Savage Audio-Visual Lab. Work on existing projects or learn how to use our recording and editing equipment for new projects.
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
-
Sound dampened audio recording booth
-
Electronic instruments
-
Adobe suite applications
-
Wacom drawing tablets
-
Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
Fun with Tangrams (ages 7-9) TK
Date: 03/31/25Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Branch: Central Branch
Age group: Children
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Ages 7-9, 45 minutes. TK, ticketed. Free tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Read a fun animal story and work together on a STEAM activity using tangrams.
Adult Open AV Lab
Date: 03/31/25Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Branch: Savage Branch
Age group: Adults
Program type: Tech Skills or STEAM
Description:
Use the wide array of design software and equipment in the Savage Audio-Visual Lab. Work on existing projects or learn how to use our recording and editing equipment for new projects.
Some of the available equipment and software includes:
-
Sound dampened audio recording booth
-
Electronic instruments
-
Adobe suite applications
-
Wacom drawing tablets
-
Procreate
All skill and ability levels welcome.
