11/06/12
8:30 AM
Savage Branch
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HiTech Youth Forum
Don't miss HiTech STEM Digital Media Lab's YOUTH FORUM! Howard County schools closed.
Ages 11-14 REGISTER HERE
Ages 15-18 REGISTER HERE
8:30 - 10 am Testing HiTech's own mobile game HiTech students created a new mobile game and we need your help to test it out and play it. Be a part of making this game ready for launch.
9 - 10 am 3D and Animation Session 1 Learn how to create a 3D image and basic animation in HiTech's 3D Animation.
10 - 11:30 am FORUM and FEEDBACK During this listening and open dialogue session, we will ask your thoughts on how to make HiTech even better! What technology and digital media do you want? What new ideas do you have for projects? We will use your input to find out how we are doing so far, and to plan for the future of HiTech. Groups will be divided into High school and middle school groups.
12:30 - 1 pm LUNCH Pizza and refreshments provided.
1 - 3 pm Mobile Game Testing Try out and test the beta version of the mobile game that HiTech students created.
1 - 2 pm 3D and Animation Session 2
2 - 3 pm 3D and Animation Session 3
3 - 4 pm 3D and Animation Session 4
3 - 6 pm Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out Regular HiTech activities open for all.

This project is supported by in part by a grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation and IMLS.
**Due to overwhelming demand, we have added three Introduction to 3D sessions at 1, 2, and 3 pm. Registrants will be assigned to a session based on registration date.**
Ages 11-14 REGISTER HERE Ages 15-18 REGISTER HERE |
11/06/12
10:15 AM
Central Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
11/06/12
10:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
11/06/12
10:15 AM
Savage Branch
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3, 2, Fun!
Stories, activities, fingerplays, and songs. Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min.
No registration required. |
11/06/12
10:30 AM
Glenwood Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
11/06/12
10:30 AM
Glenwood 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 min.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.5579.
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11/06/12
11:00 AM
Central Branch
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Jerdine Nolen celebrates Abraham Lincoln
Jerdine Nolen reads from her book, "Eliza's Freedom Road" and discusses the impact of Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.7880.
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11/06/12
11:00 AM
Miller Branch
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Food Detectives
Examine the impact of unhealthy foods on the body through investigative hands-on methods. Learn to understand the food pyramid and My Plate recommendations. Consider evidence about proper food safety and storage. Ages 9-12; 60 min. Ho. Co. schools closed.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
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11/06/12
11:15 AM
Elkridge Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
11/06/12
11:30 AM
Central Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
11/06/12
12:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Election Day Movie Marathon
Exercise your right to vote (for your favorite movie!) during a day of movies, snacks, and fun. 12 - 8 pm. Ages 11-17.
No registration required. |
11/06/12
2:00 PM
Central Branch
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Abraham Lincoln: A Celebration
Visit the "Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War" exhibit at Central Branch, followed by stories and activities that explore the life and times of the 16th president. Ages 8 & up; 45 min. Ticket required. Ho. Co. schools closed.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
11/06/12
2:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
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Nuts About Squirrels
Go nuts with facts, stories, drawings, and a craft about this favorite fall mammal. Ages 5-8; 45 min. Tickets required. Ho. Co. schools closed.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
11/06/12
2:00 PM
Elkridge Branch
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Fall Into Crafts
Drop in and make fun crafts. All ages; allow 30 min, 2 - 4 pm. Ho. Co. schools closed
No registration required. |
11/06/12
2:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Elect Your Activities
Vote for your favorite stories, songs, and craft. Majority rules! Ages 4-6; 30 min. Ticket required. Ho. Co. schools closed.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
11/06/12
2:00 PM
Savage Branch
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Chemistry in the Library
Nanotechnology - The Smallest Big Idea In Science Join a chemist from the Army Research Laboratory and the American Chemical Society for hands-on experiments and explore chemistry as it relates to nanotechnology - the smallest big idea in science. Ages 7 & up (7-8 year olds must be accompanied by an adult); 60 min. Ho. Co. schools closed.
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.880.5978.
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11/06/12
3:00 PM
Savage Branch
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HiTech
Hang out, mess around, and geek out by experiencing the latest technology and software hands-on in the HiTech STEM digital media lab at Savage Branch. Explore digital music and video, digital media, and mobile app design as you collaborate with fellow students who are studying abroad in Spain, France, and Ghana. Ages 11 - 18. Visit hclibrary.org/hitech for a calendar with details of events.
Funded by a Federal STEM grant from IMLS and the MacArthur Foundation. |
11/06/12
4:30 PM
Miller Branch
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Elect Your Activities
You vote for your favorite stories, songs, and craft. Majority rules! Ages 7 & up; 45 min. Tickets required. Ho. Co. schools closed.
*Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 15-30 minutes before class. |
11/06/12
6:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
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Civil And Family Law Self-help Center
Howard County Library System 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. Contact Circuit Court Law Librarian Sandy Brewer at 410.313.2135 with questions.
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.
Civil Law Center: Sep 4, Oct 2, Nov 6
Family Law Assistance Program: Sep 11 & 18, Oct 16 & 23, Nov 13 & 20
No registration required. |
11/06/12
6:30 PM
Miller Branch
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Play Partners
Stories, baby games, and musical activities. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min.
No registration required. |
11/06/12
6:45 PM
Glenwood Branch
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Knit 'n Chat Teen Knitting Group
Beginners and experts welcome! Spend time with other teen knitters and learn to make cool items. Supplies provided. Ages 11-17.
No registration required. |
11/06/12
7:00 PM
East Columbia Branch
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Good Reads
Book club, 1st Tuesdays; 7 - 8 pm.
Sep 4 - Faith by Jennifer Haigh Oct 2 - In the Garden of Beasts: Love, Terror, and an American Family in Hitler's Berlin by Erik Larson Nov 6 - When Tito Loved Clara by Jon Michaud
No registration required. |
11/06/12
7:00 PM
Miller Branch
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Mini Mani
Learn the simple steps to a manicure. Bring a partner and be ready to have fun. Ages 11+
*Registration is required.
Register online or by calling 410.313.1950.
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11/06/12
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 min.
No registration required. |
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