Centers & Spaces

Visit each branch and discover enriching play spaces for children, a green and growing Enchanted Garden, the makerspaces where you can craft and create, and so much more.
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Howard County Library Systems Glenwood Makerspace with families creating DIY projects on the Lazer engraver 3D printers and lego table.

Makerspace

Dream and create with amazing thinking and tinkering equipment, including Glowforges, 3D printers, large format printers, sewing machines, and more.

Location: Glenwood Branch
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Passports

Apply or renew your passport at the library. Learn about walk-in services, what to bring, and costs before you embark on an adventure.

Location: East Columbia Branch & Glenwood Branch
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AV LAB

Immerse yourself in cutting-edge technology and unleash your creativity in our AV Lab, equipped with the latest tools for video production, editing, and more.

Location: Savage Branch
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Builders Barn

Young builders can explore, discover and create their own projects, building skills and developing imagination along the way. A range of donated materials and resources are available to cut, tear, stick, join, tie, color, and engineer.

Location: Glenwood Branch
Do it yourself education center sign for free classes on how repair, crafts and more.

DIY Education Center

Explore your curiosity as you borrow tools for your dream project and attend classes with your fellow makers.

Location: Elkridge Branch
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Enchanted Garden

Step into a tranquil, green corner – perfect for relaxation, meditation, or simply enjoying a lovely afternoon.

Location: Miller Branch
Interior of the Equity Resource Center & Collection at Howard County Library System, featuring open seating, bookshelves, and a welcoming space for learning and community connection.

Equity Resource Center & Collection

A vibrant space to network, learn, and reenergize with diverse resources dedicated to anti-racism, equity and the joy of human connection.

Location: Central Branch

STEAM Machine

Howard County Library System’s mobile classroom brings science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics classes for students.
Young children engaging in activities outside the Howard County Library System Pop-Up Library during a Library on the Go outreach stop, bringing books and learning resources into the community.

Library on the Go!

Delivering programs, resources, and mobile services. Community outreach includes tabling, mobile unit visits, and programs like On the Road to Kindergarten.
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Play Spaces

Ignite imagination as you develop early learning and literacy skills. Families and children can play, learn, and create at all our branches.

Location: All Branches
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Project Literacy

Improve your language skills with Project Literacy! Our free classes are designed to help you reach your personal and academic goals.

Location: Central Branch

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