09/10/10
10:15 AM
Central Library
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities for ages infant-23 months with adult. 20-30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/10/10
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
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Picture Book Parade
Tales, tunes, and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/10/10
10:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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Fantastic Fridays
Music, science, art, or holidays. A different theme each week! Ages 3-5; 30 minutes.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/10/10
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/10/10
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Picture Book Parade
Tales, tunes, and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/10/10
11:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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Fantastic Fridays
Music, science, art, or holidays. A different theme each week! Ages 3-5; 30 minutes.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/10/10
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/10/10
11:30 AM
Central Library
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities for ages infant-23 months with adult. 20-30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/11/10
10:00 AM
Central Library
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Ask A Master Gardener
10 am - 12 pm. Part of the Master Gardener series and a Farm-City event.
No registration required. |
09/11/10
10:00 AM
Miller Branch
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Ask A Master Gardener
Saturdays; 10 am - 12 pm (Except holiday weekends). Part of the Master Gardener series and a Farm-City event.
No registration required. |
09/11/10
10:15 AM
Central Library
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/11/10
11:00 AM
Central Library
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Central Library Tours
New to Howard County or new to the Library? Visit Central Library for a 40-minute tour that highlights our outstanding collections and services. The tour operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so sign up on tour day at the second floor information desk. Every Saturday, 11 am. Meet at the upstairs desk. |
09/11/10
11:00 AM
Savage Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/11/10
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities for ages infant-23 months with adult. 20-30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/11/10
11:30 AM
Central Library
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/11/10
2:00 PM
Miller Branch
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You Wouldn't Want To Live When...
Learn about Greek gods, the pyramids of Egypt, and what it takes to be a Viking warrior.
Sep 11 - Ancient Greece Oct 9 - Ancient Egypt Nov 6 - The Viking World
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
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09/11/10
2:00 PM
Central Library
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Bubblemania
Explore the science of bubbles and create colored bubble art. Ages 6 & up; 45 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.7880.
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09/11/10
3:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Chapter Chats
Hang out and chat up some cool books. Ages 8-11; 45 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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09/11/10
3:15 PM
Central Library
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Bubblemania
Explore the science of bubbles and create colored bubble art. Ages 6 & up; 45 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.7880.
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09/12/10
2:00 PM
Elkridge Branch
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Grandparents' Day Gaming
Bring your grandparent or other favorite senior, play a game of Wii Bowling, and win a prize for the pair of you.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5088.
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09/13/10
10:00 AM
Savage Branch
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Flying Fingers
Learn functional American Sign Language inspired by children's literature. Three-week series. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.880.5978.
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09/13/10
10:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/13/10
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/13/10
10:30 AM
Central Library
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English Conversation Class
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and understanding in a small group. Mondays; 10:30 am - 12 pm, meeting room.
No registration required. |
09/13/10
10:30 AM
Miller Branch
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Just For Me
For children ages 3-5 who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills. 30 minutes.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/13/10
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Hola, Hispanic Heritage Month
Bilingual stories to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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09/13/10
11:00 AM
Savage Branch
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Flying Fingers
Learn functional American Sign Language inspired by children's literature. Three-week series. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.880.5978.
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09/13/10
11:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/13/10
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/13/10
12:30 PM
Savage Branch
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Blood Pressure Screening
Free, walk-in blood pressure screening and monitoring offered by Howard County General Hospital. 12:30 - 3 pm.
No registration required. |
09/13/10
2:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Hola, Hispanic Heritage Month
Bilingual stories to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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09/13/10
4:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Teen Advisory Board
Join the Teen Advisory Board at your branch to recommend books, music, and movies; develop and plan events for teens; and work with Library instructors on projects you create. Service learning hours available for some projects.
No registration required. |
09/13/10
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Contemporary Fiction
Book club.
Sep 13 - Love and Summer by William Trevor Oct 4 - Still Summer by Jacquelyn Mitchard Nov 1 - Songs Without Words by Ann Packer
No registration required. |
09/13/10
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
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Needles And Prose: Fun With Felt
Discover felting resources. Feature: cupcake pincushion. All projects followed by time for your latest endeavor and to discuss books.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.880.5980.
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09/13/10
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
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Writer's Group
Share your original writing with other aspiring authors for mutual support and feedback.
No registration required. |
09/13/10
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Ask A Master Gardener
Mondays; 7 - 8:30 pm. Part of the Master Gardener series and a Farm-City event.
No registration required. |
09/13/10
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Pajama Time
Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas, teddy bears, and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/14/10
10:00 AM
Central Library
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English Language Learners - Beginning 2
Beginning II: Tuesdays, 10 am - 12 pm, meeting room.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.7800.
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09/14/10
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities for ages infant-23 months with adult. 20-30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/14/10
10:15 AM
Central Library
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Baby Sign
Learn basic words in American Sign Language. Ages 6-23 months with adult. 30 minutes. Six-week series.
No registration required. |
09/14/10
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
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3, 2, Fun!
Stories, activities, fingerplays, and songs. Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/14/10
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities for ages infant-23 months with adult. 20-30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/14/10
11:00 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Ramona Pandemonium
Enjoy the escapades of Beverly Cleary's beloved character through readings and activities. Ages 5-8; 45 minutes. (Ho. Co. schools closed)
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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09/14/10
11:00 AM
Miller Branch
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Marco Polo, Explorer
Follow the adventures of Marco Polo, who visited China more than 700 years ago, with tales and travel-related activities. Ages 6-10; 45 minutes. (Ho. Co. schools closed)
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/14/10
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities for ages infant-23 months with adult. 20-30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/14/10
11:30 AM
Central Library
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Baby Sign
Learn basic words in American Sign Language. Ages 6-23 months with adult. 30 minutes. Six-week series.
No registration required. |
09/14/10
12:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
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Box Lunch
Book club, 2nd Tuesdays; 12 - 1 pm. Meets at 50+ Center.
Sep 14 - Prodigal Summer by Barbara Kingsolver Oct 12 - The Inn at Lake Devine by Elinor Lipman Nov 9 - The Stone Diaries by Carol Shields
No registration required. |
09/14/10
12:30 PM
Elkridge Branch
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Elks Excellent Reads
Book club, 2nd Tuesdays; 12:30 - 1:30 pm.
Sep 14 - People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks Oct 12 - Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout Nov 9 - The Hours by Michael Cunningham
No registration required. |
09/14/10
1:30 PM
East Columbia Branch
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School's Out: For Girl Scouts And Everyone
Join us for group activities on days when Ho. Co. schools are closed (Ideal for Girl Scouts working to meet some requirements). Classes open to everyone. Ages 6-8; 60 minutes.
Sept 14 - Senses Oct 15 - My Body Nov 2 - Making Music
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/14/10
2:00 PM
Savage Branch
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Fiesta Pan - Americana
Celebrate with stories, music, and a craft. Ages 6-9; 45 minutes. A Hispanic Heritage Month event. (Ho. Co. schools closed)
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.880.5978.
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09/14/10
2:00 PM
Savage Branch
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Just For Me
For children ages 3-5 who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills. 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/14/10
2:00 PM
Central Library
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Fall Into Science
A class exploring simple science concepts and experiments inspired by children's literature. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/14/10
2:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Marco Polo, Explorer
Follow the adventures of Marco Polo, who visited China more than 700 years ago, with tales and travel-related activities. Ages 6-10; 45 minutes. (Ho. Co. schools closed)
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/14/10
3:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Ramona Pandemonium
Enjoy the escapades of Beverly Cleary's beloved character through readings and activities. Ages 5-8; 45 minutes. (Ho. Co. schools closed)
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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09/14/10
3:15 PM
Central Library
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Fall Into Science
A class exploring simple science concepts and experiments inspired by children's literature. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/14/10
6:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
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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 - 8 pm.
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 Circuit Court Law Librarian Sandy Brewer at 410.313.2135 with questions.
Civil Law Center: Sep 7, Oct 5, Nov 2
Family Law Assistance Program: Sep 14 & 21, Oct 12 & 26, Nov 9 & 16
No registration required. |
09/14/10
6:30 PM
Elkridge Branch
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Game Night
Meet and compete with other players in your favorite video and board games. Nintendo DS welcome.
No registration required. |
09/14/10
6:45 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Knit And Chat Teen Knitting Group
Learn to knit or practice your technique as you chat about the craft with other teen knitters. Beginners and experts welcome. Supplies provided.
No registration required. |
09/14/10
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Dudes On Books
A gentlemanly discussion of literature. Women welcome, too. 2nd Tuesdays; 7 - 8 pm.
Sep 14 - Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy Oct 12 - One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez Nov 9 - Revelation Space by Alastair Reynolds
No registration required. |
09/14/10
7:00 PM
Central Library
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Eclectic Evenings
Book club, 2nd Tuesdays; 7 - 8:30 pm.
Sep 14 - Outcasts United by Warren St. John Oct 12 - Listening Is an Act of Love: A Celebration of American Life from the StoryCorps Project edited by Dave Isay Nov 9 - Mayflower by Nathaniel Philbrick
No registration required. |
09/14/10
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Steampunk Jewelry
Create a necklace or bracelet from ordinary items found in a toolbox.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5577.
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09/14/10
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
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Pajama Time
Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas, teddy bears, and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/14/10
7:00 PM
Central Library
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Chapter Chats
Hang out and chat up some cool books. Ages 8-11; 45 minutes. Register for each class separately.
Sep 14 - Millions by Frank Cottrell Boyce Oct 12 - Witches by Roald Dahl Nov 9 - The London Eye Mystery by Siobhan Dowd
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.7880.
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09/15/10
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities for ages infant-23 months with adult. 20-30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/15/10
10:15 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Mini Milestones
Prepare your toddler for milestones such as manners, bedtime and more through literature, songs, and activities. Ages 18-36 months with adult; 30 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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09/15/10
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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Just For Me
For children ages 3-5 who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills. 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/15/10
10:15 AM
Miller Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/15/10
10:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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Farm-city Twist & Shout
Celebrate Farm-City with music and movement. Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/15/10
11:00 AM
Savage Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities for ages infant-23 months with adult. 20-30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/15/10
11:15 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Mini Milestones
Prepare your toddler for milestones such as manners, bedtime and more through literature, songs, and activities. Ages 18-36 months with adult; 30 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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09/15/10
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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Just For Me
For children ages 3-5 who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills. 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/15/10
11:15 AM
Miller Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/15/10
11:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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Farm-city Twist & Shout
Celebrate Farm-City with music and movement. Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/15/10
1:30 PM
East Columbia Branch
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All Together Now
Stories, songs, and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/15/10
4:30 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Go Figure
Explore early math concepts inspired by children's literature and everyday activities. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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09/15/10
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
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Nonfiction
Book club, 3rd Wednesdays; 7 - 8:30 pm.
Sep 15 - Lit by Mary Karr Oct 20 - Outcasts United by Warren St. John Nov 17 - The Secret Lives of Buildings: From the Ruins of the Parthenon to the Vegas Strip in Thirteen Stories by Edward Hollis
No registration required. |
09/15/10
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Real Books For High Schoolers
Book club, Ages 14 and up.
Sep 15 - The Pact by Jodi Picoult Oct 13 - The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls Nov 10 - The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks
No registration required. |
09/15/10
7:00 PM
Elkridge Branch
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Pajama Time
Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas, teddy bears, and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/15/10
7:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Go Figure
Explore early math concepts inspired by children's literature and everyday activities. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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09/15/10
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
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Vamanos, Dora
Let's go, Dora! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Dora the Explorer stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 3-5; 45 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.880.5978.
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09/15/10
7:45 PM
Miller Branch
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English Conversation Class
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and understanding in a small group. Wednesdays 7:45 - 8:45 pm.
No registration required. |
09/16/10
10:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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3, 2, Fun!
Stories, activities, fingerplays, and songs. Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 minutes.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/16/10
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
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Picture Book Parade
Tales, tunes, and tons of fun! Ages 2-5 with adult; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/16/10
10:15 AM
Central Library
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Storybook Friends
A story and a craft to enjoy with your child. Ages 2-5; 30 minutes.
Sep 16 - Five Little Monkeys Sep 23 - Edwina the Dinosaur Oct 7 - Clifford Nov 4 - Thomas the Tank Engine
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/16/10
10:30 AM
Miller Branch
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Tea And Tomes
Book club, 3rd Thursdays; 10:30 - 11:30 am.
Sep 16 - Pictures at an Exhibition by Sara Houghteling Oct 21 - The Monk Downstairs by Tim Farrington Nov 18 - Outcasts United by Warren St. John
No registration required. |
09/16/10
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities for ages infant-23 months with adult. 20-30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/16/10
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Go Figure
Explore early math concepts inspired by children's literature and everyday activities. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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09/16/10
11:15 AM
East Columbia Branch
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3, 2, Fun!
Stories, activities, fingerplays, and songs. Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 minutes.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/16/10
11:30 AM
Central Library
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Storybook Friends
A story and a craft to enjoy with your child. Ages 2-5; 30 minutes.
Sep 16 - Five Little Monkeys Sep 23 - Edwina the Dinosaur Oct 7 - Clifford Nov 4 - Thomas the Tank Engine
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program. |
09/16/10
12:00 PM
Central Library
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Noontime
Book club, 3rd Thursdays; 12 - 1 pm.
Sep 16 - A Friend of the Family by Lauren Grodstein Oct 21 - That Old Cape Magic by Richard Russo Nov 18 - Alice I Have Been by Melanie Benjamin
No registration required. |
09/16/10
2:00 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Go Figure
Explore early math concepts inspired by children's literature and everyday activities. Multi-week series. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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09/16/10
5:00 PM
Central Library
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English Language Learners - Beginning I
Beginning I: Thursdays, 5 - 7 pm, meeting room.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.7800.
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09/16/10
7:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
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New Release Cinema
View a critically acclaimed new DVD on a large screen. Titles to be announced. Email robert.lockett@hclibrary.org to receive announcements. Sponsored by Friends of Howard County Library. Refreshments provided.
No registration required. |
09/16/10
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Wii Wii Wii
Meet and compete with other Wii players.
No registration required. |
09/16/10
7:00 PM
Central Library
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Pajama Time
Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas, teddy bears, and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/16/10
7:00 PM
Savage Branch
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Pajama Time
Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas, teddy bears, and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 minutes.
No registration required. |
09/16/10
7:00 PM
Elkridge Branch
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Elk Comics Club
Have fun reading and discussing comics, graphic novels, and comic inspired books. Also participate in activities to help you create your own comic book. Ages 9-11; Thursdays. 60 minutes.
Sept 16 - Orientation Oct 21 - Usagi Yojimbo: Yokai by Stan Sakai Nov 18 - Big Nate in a Class by Himself by Lincoln Peirce
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5085.
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09/16/10
7:30 PM
Central Library
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English Conversation Class
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and understanding in a small group. Thursdays; 7:30 - 8:30 pm, Project Literacy Resource Center.
No registration required. |
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