Storytimes near CENTRAL BRANCH

Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel, MD, 20723, US

Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel, MD, 20723, US

East Columbia Branch, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD, 21045, US

Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel, MD, 20723, US

Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel, MD, 20723, US

Miller Branch, 9421 Frederick Rd, Ellicott City, MD, 21042, US

Central Branch, 10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD, 21044, US

Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Free ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Free tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class. Class capacity will determine the availability of tickets.

Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel, MD, 20723, US

Infant - 23 months, with adult; allow 20 min. Play with our toys, read a board book, and visit with others.

Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel, MD, 20723, US

Ages 3-6, independently; 30 min. Limited Attendance. Name tag required. For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills. Name tags available 15 minutes before class. Is your child starting Kindergarten this fall? View Kindergarten Readiness & Independent Classes at HCLS branches this summer.https://live-howardcounty.pantheonsite.io/events/upcoming?keywords=%22View%20Kindergarten%20Readiness%20%26%20Independent%20Classes%22&age_groups%5B116%5D=116

Glenwood Branch, 2350 State Route 97, Cooksville, MD, 21723, US

East Columbia Branch, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD, 21045, US

Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required. Preschoolers develop skills for talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing through stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Free ticket available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.

Miller Branch, 9421 Frederick Rd, Ellicott City, MD, 21042, US

Central Branch, 10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD, 21044, US

Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Free ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Free tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class. Class capacity will determine the availability of tickets.

East Columbia Branch, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD, 21045, US

Meet with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist from Howard County Health Department Are you or someone you know struggling with addiction and recovery and want to learn about available resources and supports? Connect with a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) from Howard County Health Department. CPRS are trained professionals who are uniquely qualified with the lived experience of recovery from substance use, mental health or co-occurring disorders to share with others that are experiencing similar challenges. The non-clinical, strengths-based support is founded in their own unique recovery journeys, raising awareness, normalizing conversation around such struggles and connecting individuals to local resources and support networks. Naloxone (Narcan) training and free Naloxone kits are available on request. This life-saving medication is used to reverse opioid overdoses. Learn how to properly administer it in case of an emergency. All conversations are anonymous and confidential. Drop in, no registration required. Peer Recovery Specialists will be available at all HCLS branches from 10:30am - 4pm. Click here for the full schedule. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance abuse, help is available. Contact Howard County Health Department, Bureau of Behavior Health, at 410.313.6202, or call 988.

Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel, MD, 20723, US

Ages 3-6, independently; 30 min. Limited Attendance. Name tag required. For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills. Name tags available 15 minutes before class. Is your child starting Kindergarten this fall? View Kindergarten Readiness & Independent Classes at HCLS branches this summer.https://live-howardcounty.pantheonsite.io/events/upcoming?keywords=%22View%20Kindergarten%20Readiness%20%26%20Independent%20Classes%22&age_groups%5B116%5D=116

Elkridge Branch, 6540 Washington Blvd, Elkridge, MD, 21075, US

Infants birth-6 months with parent/caregiver. 45-60 minutes. Registration required, one per infant. Welcome home, baby! Hatchlings: New Baby and Me is an interactive four-week early literacy class series for newborns from birth - 6 months with their parents/caregivers. Expectant parents are also welcome. Build your baby’s vocabulary, skills, and brain power while having fun together. FREE family take-home kit includes a book, early literacy resources, and class songs/rhymes for attendees. Please bring a baby blanket for floor / tummy time. Community partners may be present to share local resources for families. This four-week series will take place on Thursdays at 10:30am on 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30. *Attending all sessions is encouraged but not required.* Content is adapted from the Hatchlings Program by Betsy Diamant-Cohen from a grant originally sponsored by the Maryland State Library Agency and the Maryland Department of Education. Betsy Diamant-Cohen is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0

Elkridge Branch, 6540 Washington Blvd, Elkridge, MD, 21075, US

Join us in the DIY Studio to learn how to hem clothing with a sewing machine. We will cover preparing your fabric, double-fold hem and blind stitch hem. Participants will have the opportunity to practice their skills! Prior experience with using a sewing machine is required for this class.

Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel, MD, 20723, US

Join a fun, interactive six-hour course that provides participants all the tools needed for a professional baby-sitting business. Hosted by University of Maryland Extension Howard County 4-H. Certificate of completion will be awarded at the end of the three sessions. Registration required, please register once for all 3 sessions, must attend all 3 sessions

East Columbia Branch, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD, 21045, US

Ages 3-5 with adult; Allow 20 minutes. Enhance cognitive thinking, small motor, eye hand coordination and much much more! Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.

Elkridge Branch, 6540 Washington Blvd, Elkridge, MD, 21075, US

45 minutes. Ages 6-11. Ticket required. 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. This session is part of HCLS’ Summer Reading Adventures: Into the Wild series. Click here to find more adventures, classes and events all summer long!

Miller Branch, 9421 Frederick Rd, Ellicott City, MD, 21042, US

Share fiction and/or nonfiction titles that are on your bookshelf and we will share titles from our shelves. If you don't have a title to share, find inspiration in what others recommend and start building your reading list. Readers also have the opportunity to ask for recommendations or to ask our instructors questions about books, reading, and the library. Previous discussion topics have included book donations, Little Free Libraries, and Goodreads (the world's largest website for readers and book recommendations).

Elkridge Branch, 6540 Washington Blvd, Elkridge, MD, 21075, US

As part of our summer celebration, learn the basic carpentry skills to build a wood bird house to attract beautiful birds. Students will have the opportunity to try tools we lend at the DIY education center.

Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel, MD, 20723, US

The English Conversation Club (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation skills, and build confidence to think and speak English in a relaxed and fun way. Participants will receive help with vocabulary, idioms, pronunciation, and other practical subjects in daily life. This free program is hosted by HCLS Savage Branch Library. The Club will meet weekly on Thursdays 5 -6 pm. No registration required. El club de conversación de inglés les prove una oportunidad para los estudiantes adultos a escuchar y hablar el inglés, además de aprender sobre varios aspectos culturales en un ambiente agradable y relajado. Los participantes recibirán ayuda en los campos de vocabulario, modismos, pronunciación y otros temas prácticos de la vida cotidiana. Este programa gratuito lo ofrece la biblioteca de Savage, parte del sistema de bibliotecas del condado de Howard, y lo administra voluntarios de la comunidad. El club se reúne semanalmente los jueves de 5 a 6 de la noche. No se require ninguna inscripción.

Glenwood Branch, 2350 State Route 97, Cooksville, MD, 21723, US

Dive into Shark Week with this makerspace class. Design and laser-cut your own shark-themed earrings, necklace, or keychain. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. This session is part of HCLS’ Summer Reading Adventures: Into the Wild series. Click here to find more adventures, classes and events all summer long!

Glenwood Branch, 2350 State Route 97, Cooksville, MD, 21723, US

Join us for a biography book discussion about Eugenie Clark and her love of sharks followed by activities and a craft. Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist by Jess Keating Registration required. *After confirmed registration, pick up a copy of the book at the Glenwood Branch children's desk. This title is also available as an e-book and e-audiobook in the Libby app.

Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel, MD, 20723, US

Ages 6-11 with adult; 60 min. Registration required. Step into the fun and active world of Beyond Words Jr., 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, Arts & Crafts, Cognitive Skills, Movement, and Sensory. 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 Summer Splash!

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Read and discuss a wide array of graphic novels. 2nd Thursdays 6 - 7 pm. July 9 The Complete Hate Vol. 1 by Peter Bagge August 13 We're Taking Everyone Down With Us by Matthew Rosenberg September 10 The Savage Sword of Conan Vol 1 by various October 8 Pig Wife by Abbey Luck November 12 Falling in Love on the Path to Hell by Gerry Duggan Please register with an email address to receive an immediate registration confirmation. You will receive the link to the online class in the confirmation email. This email will also contain as the dial-in information if you wish to participate by telephone. Title is available via hoopla

Elkridge Branch, 6540 Washington Blvd, Elkridge, MD, 21075, US

Central Branch, 10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD, 21044, US

All ages with adult; 30 min. Free ticket required. A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets. Free tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before class. Class capacity will determine the availability of tickets.

East Columbia Branch, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD, 21045, US