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Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whiteford Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Guest in Room 120" by Sara Ackerman.

Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Abingdon Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Next Day" by Melinda French Gates.

Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Havre de Grace Library - Meeting Room A & B
Join us for a discussion of "The Girls Who Grew Big" by Leila Mottley.

Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of "Every Valley" by Charles King.

Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chenowith Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Chenowith Activity Center. This month's title is "The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife" by Anna Johnston. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.

Thu, Mar 19, 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 "A Woman of No Importance: The Untold Story of the American Spy Who Helped Win WWII" by Sonia Purnell.

Mon, Mar 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norrisville Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Wild Dark Shore" by Charlotte McConaghy.

Tue, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewood Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Edgewood Activity Center. This month’s title is "Women Talking" by Miriam Toews. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.

Tue, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Abingdon 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.

Tue, Mar 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of "Buckeye" by Patrick Ryan.

Thu, Mar 26, 10:15am - 11:30am
Aberdeen Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Isola" by Allegra Goodman.

Thu, Mar 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Joppa Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Heartwood" by Amity Gaige.

Wed, Apr 01, 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 Our Amazing Planet. Bring your own books, talk to a librarian for ideas, or register to be emailed a list of resources!

Thu, Apr 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Darlington Library - Public Area
Join us for a discussion of "The Emperor of Gladness" by Ocean Vuong. Each person attending must register prior to the program. If more than 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, March 19 2026 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 06, 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 "My Other Heart" by Emma Nanami Strenner.

Tue, Apr 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Joppa Library - Joppa Room
Join us for a discussion of "Raising Hare" by Chloe Dalton.

Tue, Apr 07, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Abingdon Library - Meeting Room
Story Explorers, unite in this book club for kids!

Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
A reading and discussion series for veterans of all services, all eras. Five books are discussed over the course of five sessions, one each month. Moderator Dr. Karen Arnold will take you and your compatriots through books that explore a variety of topics. Learn about the experiences of other military personnel and share your own with those most likely to understand. Registration is required and attendees should plan to attend all sessions. When you register, please come into the Bel Air Library to pick up the first book. For information on registration, please call 410-638-3151. All... more
A reading and discussion series for veterans of all services, all eras. Five books are discussed over the course of five sessions, one each month. Moderator Dr. Karen Arnold will take you and your compatriots through books that explore a variety of topics. Learn about the experiences of other military personnel and share your own with those most likely to understand. Registration is required and attendees should plan to attend all sessions. When you register, please come into the Bel Air Library to pick up the first book. For information on registration, please call 410-638-3151. All books and readings will be provided.

Wed, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Abingdon Library
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Abingdon Grill, 418 Constant Friendship Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009. This month's title is "A House with Good Bones" by T. Kingfisher.

Thu, Apr 09, 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 "Wedding People" by Alison Espach.

Fri, Apr 10, 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.

Fri, Apr 10, 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 "The Dream Hotel" by Laila Lalami.

Tue, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jarrettsville Library - Public Area
Join us for a discussion of "The Correspondent" by Virginia Evans.

Tue, Apr 14, 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 Emperor of Gladness" by Ocean Vuong. Each person attending must register prior to the program.
This event is full

Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whiteford Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Run for the Hills" by Kevin Wilson.

Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Abingdon Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Shadow of War" by Jeff Shaara.

Wed, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Havre de Grace Library - Meeting Room A & B
Join us for a discussion of "River is Waiting" by Wally Lamb.

Wed, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of American pioneer history. Read any nonfiction book on the topic and come share what you discovered with the group. Suggested titles include "Road that Made America" by James Dodson and "The Pioneers" by David McCullough.

Thu, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chenowith Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Chenowith Activity Center. This month's title is "Buckeye" by Patrick Ryan. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.

Thu, Apr 16, 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 "The Girl from Greenwich Street: A Novel of Hamilton, Burr, and America’s First Murder Trial" by Lauren Willig.

Mon, Apr 20, 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 Harford County

Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Darlington Library - Outside - Library Grounds
A quiet time for relaxing, reading, and reflecting around the fireplace on Darlington's patio. Each person attending must register prior to the event.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 7 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 23, 10:15am - 11:30am
Aberdeen Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Buckeye" by Patrick Ryan.

Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Joppa Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Broken Country" by Clare Leslie Hall.

Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norrisville Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Circle of Days" by Ken Follett.

Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewood Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Edgewood Activity Center. This month’s title is "Jazz" by Toni Morrison. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.

Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of "Real Americans" by Rachel Khong.

Mon, May 04, 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 "Gone Before Goodbye" by Harlan Coben and Reese Witherspoon.

Tue, May 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Joppa Library - Joppa Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Queens of Crime" by Marie Benedict.

Tue, May 05, 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.

Wed, May 06, 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 Our Amazing Planet. Bring your own books, talk to a librarian for ideas, or register to be emailed a list of resources!

Thu, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Darlington Library - Public Area
Join us for a discussion of "We Can Do Hard Things" by Glennon Doyle. Each person attending must register prior to the program. If more than 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, April 23 2026 at 9:00am

Fri, May 08, 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.

Fri, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whiteford Library
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Slate Farm Brewery, 2128 Whiteford Rd., Whiteford, MD 21160. This month's title is "Broken Country" by Clare Hall.

Mon, May 11, 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 Harford County

Tue, May 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jarrettsville Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "My Friends" by Fredrik Backman.

Tue, May 12, 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 "Stone Yard Devotional" by Charlotte Wood. Each person attending must register prior to the program.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 14 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
A reading and discussion series for veterans of all services, all eras. Five books are discussed over the course of five sessions, one each month. Moderator Dr. Karen Arnold will take you and your compatriots through books that explore a variety of topics. Learn about the experiences of other military personnel and share your own with those most likely to understand. Registration is required and attendees should plan to attend all sessions. When you register, please come into the Bel Air Library to pick up the first book. For information on registration, please call 410-638-3151. All... more
A reading and discussion series for veterans of all services, all eras. Five books are discussed over the course of five sessions, one each month. Moderator Dr. Karen Arnold will take you and your compatriots through books that explore a variety of topics. Learn about the experiences of other military personnel and share your own with those most likely to understand. Registration is required and attendees should plan to attend all sessions. When you register, please come into the Bel Air Library to pick up the first book. For information on registration, please call 410-638-3151. All books and readings will be provided.

Wed, May 13, 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 Measure" by Nikki Erlick.

Thu, May 14, 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 "My Other Heart" by Emma Nanami Strenner.

Mon, May 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norrisville Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Crying in H Mart" by Michelle Zauner.

Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Darlington Library - Outside - Library Grounds
A quiet time for relaxing, reading, and reflecting around the fireplace on Darlington's patio. Each person attending must register prior to the event.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 5 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, May 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Abingdon Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Cemetery of Untold Stories" by Julia Alvarez.

Wed, May 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whiteford Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Broken Country" by Clare Hall.

Wed, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Havre de Grace Library - Meeting Room A & B
Join us for a discussion of "James" by Percival Everett.

Wed, May 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of "Replaceable You" by Mary Roach.

Thu, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chenowith Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Chenowith Activity Center. This month's title is "How to Read a Book" by Monica Wood. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.

Thu, May 21, 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 "When the Cranes Fly South" by Lisa Ridzén.

Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewood Activity Center
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Edgewood Activity Center. This month’s title is "Love Can't Feed You" by Cherry Lou Sy. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.

Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Abingdon 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.

Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bel Air Library - Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of "The House of Eve" by Sadeqa Johnson.

Thu, May 28, 10:15am - 11:30am
Aberdeen Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny" by Kiran Desai.

Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Fallston Library - Meeting Room
Sample non-alcoholic drinks, get recipes and book recommendations for the summer, and mingle with other book lovers. Each person attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.
Registration opens Thursday, May 14 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, May 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Joppa Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "Boat Baby: A Memoir" by Vicky Nguyen.

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