
Brainfuse HelpNow
Online Homework Assistance
Interact with a live tutor from 2 p.m. to midnight daily.
Library card barcode and PIN required.
HoCoCast
Teen Podcast
A platform for Howard County youth to share their interests and insights into our community and current events.
Contests & Events

Battle of the Books
grade 5
A lively game show-style competition. Each 5-person team answers questions from a featured book list

Spelling Bee
grades 4-8
Participate in the Scripps National Spelling Bee, a challenging and educational experience.

Bookmark Contest
grades K-12
The bookmark contest returns this year for anyone. The contest runs from May 31 – July 31

History Day
ages 11-15
Get resources and assistance for your county, state, and national history day research.
On-Demand Playlists
STEM Saturdays
Intro to Programing
Learn something new while watching an HCLS on-demand video playlist. Entertaining videos are available for all ages on our YouTube channel.