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Norrisville Morning Book Discussion
Mon, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norrisville Library - Meeting Room
Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “Kin: Rooted in Hope”, by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford. Free copies of the 2025 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations this summer, while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library.
Edgewood Books at the Center
Tue, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewood Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “Kin: Rooted in Hope”, by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford. Free copies of the 2025 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations this summer, while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at... more
Participants at least 55 years of age meet to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “Kin: Rooted in Hope”, by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford. Free copies of the 2025 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations this summer, while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.
Bel Air Evening Book Discussion
Tue, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of "With a Vengeance" by Riley Sager.
Bel Air Books at the Center
Mon, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
McFaul Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury.
Magic Tree House® Book Club
Mon, Nov 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Fallston Library - Meeting Room
Join our monthly book club centered around a different book from the popular Magic Tree House® series! There will be a discussion followed by a craft that ties into the book.
Joppa Afternoon Book Discussion
Tue, Nov 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Joppa Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Did You Hear About Kitty Karr?" by Crystal Smith Paul.
Deep Discussions
Wed, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Abingdon Library - Meeting Room
This series will explore a single topic throughout the quarter, inviting you to engage with books, articles, movies, and other resources to fuel our discussion. We will meet each month, diving deeper into our subject with each discussion. This quarter, the topic is the connection between food and culture. Bring your own books, talk to a librarian for ideas, or register to be emailed a list of resources!
Harford Community College Book Discussion
Wed, Nov 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Harford Community College
Join in to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “Kin: Rooted in Hope”, by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford. This book discussion will be held on the campus of HCC in Edgewood Hall, Room 132. It will be led by an HCC Librarian with a short presentation by HCC Professor and Director of the Harford Civil Rights Projects, Dr. James Karmel. Free copies of the 2025 OMOB selection will be available this summer at the Harford Community College Library, while supplies last. Light refreshments will be served. One Maryland One Book is a program of... more
Join in to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “Kin: Rooted in Hope”, by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford. This book discussion will be held on the campus of HCC in Edgewood Hall, Room 132. It will be led by an HCC Librarian with a short presentation by HCC Professor and Director of the Harford Civil Rights Projects, Dr. James Karmel. Free copies of the 2025 OMOB selection will be available this summer at the Harford Community College Library, while supplies last. Light refreshments will be served. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library.
Darlington Afternoon Book Discussion
Thu, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Darlington Library - Public Area
Join us for a discussion of "Save Our Souls" by Matthew Pearl. Each person attending must register prior to the event. If more than 8 are interested in attending, this event will be held in the Deer Creek Conference Room at the Harford County Agricultural Center, located next door to the library.
Edgewood Afternoon Book Discussion
Wed, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Edgewood Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us for a discussion of "The Original Daughter" by Jemimah Wei.
Norrisville Whispering Pages- A Quiet Book Club
Wed, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norrisville Library - Outside - Library Grounds
Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection. Weather permitting, we will meet outside. Bring a camping chair if desired.
Books on Tap at Abingdon Grill
Wed, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Abingdon Grill
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Abingdon Grill, 418 Constant Friendship Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009. This month's title is "The Anthropocene Reviewed" by John Green. Registration recommended but not required.
Havre de Grace Books at the Center
Thu, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Havre de Grace Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. Join us for a discussion of "Let's Call Her Barbie" by Renee Rosen.
Books on Tap at Slate Farm Brewery
Fri, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Slate Farm Brewery
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Slate Farm Brewery, 2128 Whiteford Rd., Whiteford, MD 21160. This month's title is "James" by Percival Everett.
Bel Air Nonfiction Book Discussion
Mon, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of "Atlas of the Heart" by Brené Brown.
Jarrettsville Afternoon Book Discussion
Tue, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jarrettsville Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Last One at the Wedding" by Jason Rekulak.
Abingdon Afternoon Book Discussion
Wed, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Abingdon Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Eights" by Joanna Miller.
Whiteford Afternoon Book Discussion
Wed, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whiteford Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Isola" by Allegra Goodman.
Havre de Grace Evening Book Discussion
Wed, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Havre de Grace Library - Meeting Room A & B
Join us for a discussion of "Stolen Queen" by Fiona Davis.
Aberdeen Morning Book Discussion
Thu, Nov 20, 10:15am - 11:30am
Aberdeen Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Small Things Like These" by Claire Keegan.
Fallston Books at the Center
Thu, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chenowith Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "The President's Wife" by Tracey Enerson Wood. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.
Books on Tap at Harford Vineyard & Winery
Thu, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Harford Vineyard & Winery
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Harford Vineyard & Winery. 1311 Jarrettsville Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050. This month's title is "The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year" by Ally Carter.
Joppa Evening Book Discussion
Thu, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Joppa Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali.
Norrisville Morning Book Discussion
Mon, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norrisville Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "West with Giraffes" by Lynda Rutledge.
Edgewood Books at the Center
Tue, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewood Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month’s title is "The Other March Sisters" by Ally Malinenko, Linda Epstein, and Liz Parker. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.
Bel Air Evening Book Discussion
Tue, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of "What Happened to the McCrays?" by Tracey Lange.
Bel Air Books at the Center
Mon, Dec 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
McFaul Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at McFaul Activity Center. This month we will be sharing our favorite reads from 2025!
Joppa Afternoon Book Discussion
Tue, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Joppa Library - Joppa Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Briar Club" by Kate Quinn.
Darlington Afternoon Book Discussion
Thu, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Darlington Library - Public Area
Join us for a discussion of "The Ride of Her Life: The True Story of a Woman, Her Horse, and Their Last-Chance Journey Across America" by Elizabeth Letts. Each person attending must register prior to the program. If more that 8 are interested in attending, this program will be held in the Deer Creek Conference Room at the Harford County Agricultural Center, located next door to the library.
Registration opens Thursday, November 20 2025 at 9:00am
Jarrettsville Afternoon Book Discussion
Tue, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jarrettsville Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Evvie Drake Starts Over" by Linda Holmes.
Books on Tap at Sean Bolan's
Tue, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Sean Bolan's
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Sean Bolan's Irish Pub, 12 S Main St, Bel Air, MD 21014. This month's title is "The Antidote" by Karen Russell. Each person attending must register prior to the program.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 11 2025 at 9:00am
Edgewood Afternoon Book Discussion
Wed, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Edgewood Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us for a discussion of "Red Clay" by Charles B. Fancher.
Norrisville Whispering Pages - A Quiet Book Club
Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norrisville Library - Public Area
Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection.
Books on Tap at Abingdon Grill
Wed, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Abingdon Grill
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Abingdon Grill, 418 Constant Friendship Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009. This month's title is "The Lantern of Lost Memories" by Sanaka Hiiragi. Registration recommended but not required.
Havre de Grace Books at the Center
Thu, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Havre de Grace Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Havre de Grace Activity Center. Join us for a discussion of "The Secret War of Julia Child" by Diana Chambers.
Books on Tap at Slate Farm Brewery
Fri, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Slate Farm Brewery
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Slate Farm Brewery, 2128 Whiteford Rd., Whiteford, MD 21160. This month bring your favorite reads of 2025 to share.
Magic Tree House® Book Club
Mon, Dec 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Fallston Library - Meeting Room
Join our monthly book club centered around a different book from the popular Magic Tree House® series! There will be a discussion followed by a craft that ties into the book. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.
Bel Air Nonfiction Book Discussion
Mon, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of our favorite reads from 2025.
Whiteford Afternoon Book Discussion
Wed, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whiteford Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of your favorite reads of 2025.
Abingdon Afternoon Book Discussion
Wed, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Abingdon Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of our favorite reads from 2025.
Havre de Grace Evening Book Discussion
Wed, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Havre de Grace Library - Meeting Room A & B
Join us for a discussion of "Broken Country" by Clare Leslie Hall.
Aberdeen Morning Book Discussion
Thu, Dec 18, 10:15am - 11:30am
Aberdeen Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Heartwood" by Amity Gaige.
Fallston Books at the Center
Thu, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chenowith Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet at the Chenowith Activity Center for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "Heartwood" by Amity Gaige. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.
Joppa Evening Book Discussion
Thu, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Joppa Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of our favorite reads of 2025.
Norrisville Morning Book Discussion
Mon, Dec 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norrisville Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of our favorite reads from 2025.
Bel Air Books at the Center
Mon, Jan 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
McFaul Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at McFaul Activity Center. This month's title is "You Never Know: A Memoir" Tom Selleck with Ellis Henican.
Joppa Afternoon Book Discussion
Tue, Jan 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Joppa Library - Joppa Room
Join us for a discussion of our favorite reads of 2025.
Story Explorers
Tue, Jan 06, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Abingdon Library - Meeting Room
Story Explorers, unite in this book club for kids! Each child attending must register prior to the program.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 23 2025 at 9:00am
Deep Discussions
Wed, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Abingdon Library - Meeting Room
This series will explore a single topic throughout the quarter, inviting you to engage with books, articles, movies, and other resources. We will meet each month, diving deeper into our subject with each discussion. This quarter, the topic is Harford County Through the Decades. Bring your own books, talk to a librarian for ideas, or register to be emailed a list of resources!
Registration opens Wednesday, December 3 2025 at 9:00am
Havre de Grace Books at the Center
Thu, Jan 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Havre de Grace Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Havre de Grace Activity Center. Join us for a discussion of "The Boys: a memoir of Hollywood and family" by Ron Howard.
Darlington Afternoon Book Discussion
Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Darlington Library - Public Area
Celebrate Our Best Reads of 2025! Bring the title of a favorite read, or two, to share with other attendees. Or simply come to hear titles recommended by others. Each person attending must register prior to the program. If more that 8 are interested in attending, this program will be held in the Deer Creek Conference Room at the Harford County Agricultural Center, located next door to the library.
Registration opens Thursday, December 25 2025 at 9:00am
Whispering Pages
Fri, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Vagabond Sandwich Company
Start your Friday with a cozy morning at Vagabond—bring your favorite book and enjoy quiet time reading alongside fellow book lovers. No assigned titles, no pressure—just a welcoming space to unwind and read together.
Books on Tap at Slate Farm Brewery
Fri, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Slate Farm Brewery
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Slate Farm Brewery, 2128 Whiteford Rd., Whiteford, MD 21160. This month's title is "Everyone is Lying to You" by Jo Piazza.
Magic Tree House® Book Club
Mon, Jan 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Fallston Library - Meeting Room
Join our monthly book club centered around a different book from the popular Magic Tree House® series! There will be a discussion followed by a craft that ties into the book. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.
Bel Air Nonfiction Book Discussion
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of "Everything is Tuberculosis" by John Green.
Jarrettsville Afternoon Book Discussion
Tue, Jan 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jarrettsville Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Seven O'Clock Club" by Amelia Ireland.
Books on Tap at Sean Bolan's
Tue, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Sean Bolan's
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Sean Bolan's Irish Pub, 12 S Main St, Bel Air, MD 21014. This month, join us for a discussion of our favorite reads from 2025. Each person attending must register prior to the program.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 9 2025 at 9:00am
Egdewood Afternoon Book Discussion
Wed, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Edgewood Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us for a Discussion of "Harlem Rhapsody" by Victoria Christopher Murray.
Norrisville Whispering Pages - A Quiet Book Club
Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norrisville Library - Public Area
Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection.
Books on Tap at Abingdon Grill
Wed, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Abingdon Grill
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Abingdon Grill, 418 Constant Friendship Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009. This month's discussion is on Best Reads of 2025. Registration is recommended, but not required.
Fallston Books at the Center
Thu, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chenowith Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet at the Chenowith Activity Center for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "Here One Moment" by Liane Moriarty. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.
Books on Tap at Harford Vineyard and Winery
Thu, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Harford Vineyard and Winery
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! 1311 Jarrettsville Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050. This month's title is "Murder Your Employer: The McMaster's Guide to Homicide" by Rupert Holmes.
Whiteford Afternoon Book Discussion
Wed, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whiteford Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "All the Other Mothers Hate Me" by Sarah Harman.
Abingdon Afternoon Book Discussion
Wed, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Abingdon Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Book Club for Troublesome Women" by Marie Bostwick.
Havre de Grace Evening Book Discussion
Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Havre de Grace Library - Meeting Room A & B
Join us for a discussion of "The Names" by Florence Knapp.
Aberdeen Morning Book Discussion
Thu, Jan 22, 10:15am - 11:30am
Aberdeen Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Mailman: My Wild Ride Delivering the Mail in Appalachia and Finally Finding Home" by Stephen Starring Grant.
Joppa Evening Book Discussion
Thu, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Joppa Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Here One Moment" by Liane Moriarty.
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