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Date Event Description
02/09/10
10:00 AM
East Columbia Branch
Wiggly Giggly Gelatin
Have fun while exploring the properties of gelatin. Ages 3-5; 30 minutes. STEM

*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program.
02/09/10
10:00 AM
Central Library
English Conversation Club
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and understanding in a small group. Mondays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.

No registration required.
02/09/10
10:15 AM
Central Library
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/09/10
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/09/10
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
3, 2, Fun!
Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/09/10
10:15 AM
Miller Branch
Go Figure
Explore early math concepts inspired by children's literature and everyday activities. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 minutes. STEM

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.1955.
02/09/10
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
The World Around Me
A class exploring simple social studies concepts inspired by children's literature. Ages 3-6; 45 minutes. Register for each class separately.

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
02/09/10
11:00 AM
East Columbia Branch
Wiggly Giggly Gelatin
Have fun while exploring the properties of gelatin. Ages 3-5; 30 minutes. STEM

*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program.
02/09/10
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/09/10
11:30 AM
Central Library
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/09/10
11:30 AM
Miller Branch
Go Figure
Explore early math concepts inspired by children's literature and everyday activities. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 minutes. STEM

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.1955.
02/09/10
12:15 PM
East Columbia Branch
Box Lunch
Book club, 2nd Tuesdays. (Meets at the 50+ Center)

Dec 8 - Last Night At The Lobster by Stewart O'Nan
Jan 12 - The Gargoyle by Andrew Davidson
Feb 9 - A Reliable Wife by Robert Goolrick

No registration required.
02/09/10
12:30 PM
Elkridge Branch
Elks Excellent Reads
Book club, 2nd Tuesdays.

Dec 8 - March by Geraldine Brooks
Jan 12 - The Geography of Bliss by Eric Weiner
Feb 9 - When the Emperor Was Divine by Julie Otsuka

No registration required.
02/09/10
2:00 PM
Savage Branch
Just For Me
Ages 3-5, ready for an independent class. 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/09/10
6:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
Civil And Family Law Self-help Center
Howard County Library partners with the Howard County Circuit Court to meet the needs of self-represented litigants in Howard County. Attorneys provide free legal assistance for income-eligible walk-in clients. 6:00 - 8:00 pm.

Civil Law Center:
Dec 1 & 15; Jan 5 & 19; Feb 2 & 16

Family Law Assistance Program:
Dec 8; Jan 12; Feb 9

Family Law Assistance Program: Attorneys provide free legal assistance for income-eligible walk-in clients on matters such as divorce, separation, custody, child support, alimony, and name change.

Contact the Circuit Court Law Librarian, Sandy Brewer, at 410.313.2135 with questions.
No registration required.
02/09/10
6:45 PM
Glenwood Branch
Knit And Chat Teen Knitting Group
Learn to knit or practice your technique as you chat with other teen knitters about the craft. Beginners and experts welcome. Supplies provided.

No registration required.
02/09/10
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
Pajama Time
Pajamas, teddy bears, and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/09/10
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
Pajama Time
Pajamas, teddy bears, and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/09/10
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
Day Trippin' - *** CANCELLED ***
Linda Decker, Drenda Collins, and Sherry Conklin outline more than 50 gardens and natural places within an easy drive from Howard County. Part of the Master Gardener series.

*Registration is required. Register by calling 410.313.5577.
02/09/10
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
Dudes On Books
A gentlemanly discussion of literature. Women welcome, too. 2nd Tuesdays.

Dec 8 - Indignation by Philip Roth
Jan 12 - Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Seth Grahame-Smith and Jane Austen
Feb 9 - The Forever War by Dexter Filkins

No registration required.
02/09/10
7:00 PM
Central Library
Eclectic Evenings
Book club, 2nd Tuesdays.

Dec 8 - The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan
Jan 12 - 72 Hour Hold by Bebe Moore Campbell
Feb 9 - Dreams from my Father by Barack Obama

No registration required.
02/10/10
10:00 AM
East Columbia Branch
3, 2, Fun!
Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/10/10
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/10/10
10:15 AM
Central Library
All Together Now
For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/10/10
10:15 AM
Miller Branch
All Together Now
For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/10/10
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
Just For Me
Ages 3-5, ready for an independent class. 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/10/10
10:15 AM
Glenwood Branch
Elephant & Piggie: Tales Of Caring
Celebrate Valentine's Day with Mo Willems' loveable characters, and make a craft. Ages 2-5 with adult; 20-30 minutes. (special)

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
02/10/10
11:00 AM
Savage Branch
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/10/10
11:00 AM
East Columbia Branch
3, 2, Fun!
Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/10/10
11:15 AM
Miller Branch
All Together Now
For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/10/10
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
Just For Me
Ages 3-5, ready for an independent class. 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/10/10
11:15 AM
Glenwood Branch
Elephant & Piggie: Tales Of Caring
Celebrate Valentine's Day with Mo Willems' loveable characters, and make a craft. Ages 2-5 with adult; 20-30 minutes. (special)

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
02/10/10
11:30 AM
Central Library
All Together Now
For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/10/10
1:00 PM
Miller Branch
Ellicott City Seniors
Book club, 2nd Wednesdays. Meets at the Ellicott City Senior Center, behind the Miller Branch.

Dec 9 - Ladder of Years by Anne Tyler
Jan 13 - The Outlander by Gil Adamson
Feb 10 - The Wedding Officer by Anthony Capella

No registration required.
02/10/10
2:00 PM
Central Library
Sensational Seasonal Crafts
Come in from the cold and create a Valentine's Day craft. Families; 2:00 - 4:00 pm, drop-in activity (allow 30 minutes).
(Howard County schools close early) (special)

No registration required.
02/10/10
2:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
Kidzart
Join a fine arts instructor from KidzArt to learn about drawing. Create a masterpiece by looking at the world differently and learning how to recreate your vision on the page. Bring your creativity and innovation! Ages 5-11; 60 minutes. Ideal for home school students.

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
02/10/10
4:00 PM
Elkridge Branch
You Tell Us
Join the Teen Advisory Board at your branch to recommend books, music, and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with Library staff on projects you create. Service learning hours available for some projects.

No registration required.
02/10/10
7:00 PM
Elkridge Branch
Starry Time Stories
For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/10/10
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
Candlelight Concert Society
Featuring the Peabody String Quartet

No registration required.
02/10/10
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
Act Out!
Learn basic acting techniques and games with Terri Donaldson of Hidden Talent Theatrical Training. Turn a story into a play in an afternoon! Ages 8-12; 45 minutes. Please register for only one session.

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.1955.
02/10/10
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
Career And Technology Education Expo
Construction Development, Transportation Technologies

Knowledgeable HCPSS Career and Technology Education staff and students present information about the CTE Career Academies program and demonstrate skills they have learned. STEM

Central - Jan 19:
Human Resource Services, Consumer Services, and Hospitality and Tourism

East Columbia - Jan 27:
Arts, Media and Communication; and Business, Management, and Finance

Savage - Jan 28:
Information Technology, Career Research and Development

Elkridge - Feb 1:
Health and Bio Sciences

Miller - Feb 4:
Manufacturing, Engineering, and Technology

Glenwood - Feb 10:
Construction Development, Transportation Technologies

No registration required.

Presented in partnership with the Howard County Public School System and Maryland State Department of Education.
02/10/10
7:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
Good Reads
Book club, 2nd Wednesdays.

Dec 9 - The Road Home by Rose Tremain
Jan 13 - Lottery by Patricia Wood
Feb 10 - Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout

No registration required.
02/10/10
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
Mystery
Book club, 2nd Wednesdays.

Dec 9 - The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle
Jan 13 - The Beekeeper's Apprentice by Laurie R. King
Feb 10 - What the Dead Know by Laura Lippman

No registration required.
02/10/10
7:45 PM
Miller Branch
English Conversation Club
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and understanding in a small group. Wednesdays.

No registration required.
02/11/10
10:00 AM
Miller Branch
Pins And Needles
Bring the projects you'd love to finish! All stitchers welcome.

No registration required.
02/11/10
10:15 AM
Glenwood Branch
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/11/10
10:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.7730.
02/11/10
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
Play Partners -- Mother Goose Time
Books, rhymes, songs, and storytelling develop early literacy skills in a fun and enjoyable class. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes. Four-week series.

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5085.
02/11/10
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
Picture Book Parade
Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/11/10
10:30 AM
Central Library
Birds In Your Backyard
Learn about birds that stay here for the winter, then make a birdfeeder. Ages 3-6; 30 minutes. STEM

*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program.
02/11/10
11:15 AM
Glenwood Branch
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/11/10
11:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.7730.
02/11/10
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
Play Partners -- Mother Goose Time
Books, rhymes, songs, and storytelling develop early literacy skills in a fun and enjoyable class. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes. Four-week series.

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5085.
02/11/10
2:00 PM
Central Library
Birds In Your Backyard
Learn about birds that stay here for the winter, then make a birdfeeder. Ages 7-10; 30 minutes. (Howard County Schools close early) STEM

*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program.
02/11/10
2:00 PM
Savage Branch
Let The Games Begin! Winter Olympics
Live the Olympic dream with stories, games, and a craft. Ages 6-9; 45 minutes. (Howard County schools close early)

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.880.5978.
02/11/10
3:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
Nature's Transformers
Experiment with transforming liquids into tasty and not so tasty solids! Ages 6 -10; 45 minutes. (Howard County schools close early) STEM

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
02/11/10
5:00 PM
Central Library
English Conversation Club
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and understanding in a small group. Thursdays; 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

No registration required.
02/11/10
5:30 PM
East Columbia Branch
New Release Cinema - Double Feature
NEW RELEASE CINEMA, a film program at Howard County Library's East Columbia Branch that shows critically acclaimed new DVD movies on a large screen, will celebrate Black History Month with the presentation of two outstanding African American films on Thursday, February 11.

Ballast, an emotionally powerful independent feature, starts at 5:45PM. Doors open at 5:30PM. Next, at 7:30PM will be Spike Lee's superb filming of the Tony Award winning musical Passing Strange. Free popcorn and soda will be available. Refreshments will not be served after the start of the movie. Admission is free. This event is sponsored by Friends of Howard County Library.

No registration required.
02/11/10
6:30 PM
Miller Branch
Family Movie Night
Films the entire family can enjoy. Free popcorn and drinks.

Dec 10 - 6:30 pm - Polar Express
Dec 29 - 2:00 pm - Snow Buddies
Jan 14 - 6:30 pm - The Game Plan
Feb 11 - 6:30 pm - Monsters vs. Aliens

No registration required.
02/11/10
7:00 PM
Central Library
Pajama Time
Pajamas, teddy bears, and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/11/10
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
Pajama Time
Pajamas, teddy bears, and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/11/10
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
Nature's Transformers
Experiment with transforming liquids into tasty and not so tasty solids! Ages 6 -10; 45 minutes. (Howard County schools close early) STEM

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
02/11/10
7:00 PM
Elkridge Branch
Elks Starters
A monthly celebration and discussion of fun, fast-paced stories for young readers, designed to inspire reading. Refreshments. Ages 7-8; 60 minutes. (Register for each date separately.)

Jan 14 - The Dragon Of Doom by Bruce Coville
Feb 11 - Stuart Goes To School by Sarah Pennypacker

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5085.
02/11/10
7:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
Midnight Talents
Uncover your Midnighter talent, then design and decorate a lore symbol. Pick up a specially marked copy of The Secret Hour by Scott Westerfeld to read, register, and pass.

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.7700.
02/11/10
7:00 PM
Central Library
Nosy Grown-ups
Book club

Jan 14 - Twilight by Stephenie Meyer
Feb 11 - Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher

No registration required.
02/12/10
10:00 AM
East Columbia Branch
All Together Now
For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/12/10
10:15 AM
Central Library
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/12/10
10:15 AM
Miller Branch
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/12/10
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
Picture Book Parade
Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes. (with craft)

No registration required.
02/12/10
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
All Together Now
For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/12/10
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
Picture Book Parade
Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/12/10
11:00 AM
East Columbia Branch
All Together Now
For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/12/10
11:00 AM
Glenwood Branch
A Purple, Gold And Pinkalicious Valentine
Valentine's Day is extra special with readings from Victoria Kann's popular books, color-coordinated refreshments, and a craft. Ages 4 - 8; 45 minutes. (Howard County schools closed) (special)

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
02/12/10
11:15 AM
Miller Branch
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/12/10
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
All Together Now
For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/12/10
11:30 AM
Central Library
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/12/10
2:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
A Purple, Gold And Pinkalicious Valentine
Valentine's Day is extra special with readings from Victoria Kann's popular books, color-coordinated refreshments, and a craft. Ages 4 - 8; 45 minutes. (Howard County schools closed) (special)

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
02/12/10
2:00 PM
Elkridge Branch
Lunar New Year
Celebrate the Year of the Tiger with stories, songs, and crafts. Ages 4 & up; 45 minutes. (Howard County schools closed)

*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program.
02/12/10
2:00 PM
Savage Branch
Lunar New Year
Celebrate the Year of the Tiger with stories, songs, and crafts. Ages 4 & up; 45 minutes. (Howard County schools closed)

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.880.5978.
02/12/10
2:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
Lunar New Year (class)
Stories and activities to celebrate the Lunar New Year. Learn about the Chinese Zodiac and watch a Kung Fu (Chinese Martial Art) demonstration. Ages 6-9; 45 minutes.

Class followed by a traditional Lunar New Year dance by Jow Ga Kung Fu Althetic Association.

2:00 pm - Class (Howard County schools closed)
3:00 pm - Lion Dance

*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program.
02/12/10
2:00 PM
Miller Branch
Let The Games Begin! Winter Olympics
Live the Olympic dream with stories, games, and a craft. Ages 6-9; 45 minutes. (Howard County schools closed)

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.1955.
02/12/10
2:00 PM
Central Library
Meet Author Elissa Brent Weissman
Ready to stand out in a crowd? Join Elissa Brent Weissman, author of Standing for Socks, as she talks about her writing process and answers questions. Make a unique wearable craft. Ages 9 & up; 60 minutes. Books available for purchase and signing. (Howard County Schools closed)

*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program.
02/12/10
3:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
Lunar New Year (dance)
Stories and activities to celebrate the Lunar New Year. Learn about the Chinese Zodiac and watch a Kung Fu (Chinese Martial Art) demonstration. Ages 6-9; 45 minutes.

Class followed by a traditional Lunar New Year dance by Jow Ga Kung Fu Althetic Association.

2:00 pm - Class (Howard County schools closed)
3:00 pm - Lion Dance

No registration required.
02/12/10
6:30 PM
Miller Branch
Percy Jackson Pajama Party
Celebrate the upcoming Lightning Thief movie with an evening of games, friends, and fun. Come in PJ's or dressed as your favorite character! Dinner and snacks served. Permission slip required. To register for this event, complete and return a permission slip to Howard County Library Miller Branch. Permission slips will be available at Miller beginning January 22, 2010.

*Registration is required. Register by calling 410.313.1950.
02/13/10
10:15 AM
Central Library
All Together Now
For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/13/10
11:00 AM
Elkridge Branch
Play Partners
Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/13/10
11:00 AM
Savage Branch
All Together Now
For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/13/10
11:30 AM
Central Library
All Together Now
For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.

No registration required.
02/13/10
1:00 PM
Miller Branch
Love Bites
Sometimes love bites, so join us for a special Valentine's Day showing of Twilight. (special)

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
02/13/10
2:00 PM
Elkridge Branch
Elephant & Piggie: Tales Of Caring
Celebrate Valentine's Day with Mo Willems' loveable characters, and make a craft. Ages 2-5 with adult; 20-30 minutes. (special)

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5085.
02/13/10
2:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
Biography
Meet dozens of people through brief but remarkable biographies from the childrens' section. Hear about good books, have fun with a game or craft, and enjoy plenty of books to check out. Come to one, come to all! Ages 5-10; 30 minutes.

Jan 30 - Awesome Adventurers
Feb 13 - Big Thinkers

No registration required.
02/13/10
2:30 PM
Glenwood Branch
Sloppy Saturdays
Crafts to help chase away the winter blues. Ages 4 - 10; 20 minutes. Saturdays; 2:30 & 3:30 pm. (special)

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
02/13/10
3:30 PM
Glenwood Branch
Sloppy Saturdays
Crafts to help chase away the winter blues. Ages 4 - 10; 20 minutes. Saturdays; 2:30 & 3:30 pm. (special)

*Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
02/15/10
All Day
All Howard County Library Branch Events Branch
Library Closed
Presidents' Day
02/15/10
All Day
Central Library
Library Closed
Presidents' Day
02/15/10
All Day
Glenwood Branch
Library Closed
Presidents' Day
02/15/10
All Day
Miller Branch
Library Closed
Presidents' Day
02/15/10
All Day
East Columbia Branch
Library Closed
Presidents' Day
02/15/10
All Day
Savage Branch
Library Closed
Presidents' Day
02/15/10
All Day
Elkridge Branch
Library Closed
Presidents' Day
 

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