Join us for a variety of fun and educational activities. Each child attending must register prior to the program. For more information please contact the branch. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Experience the magic of songs and stories under the stars, where imagination takes flight amidst the wonders of the universe. Registration is required to attend, and opens two weeks prior to the event. Please call the Edgewood Branch at 410-612-1600 to register.

Join HCPL and spend intentional time in nature on a walk led by local non-profit Nature Worx. Participants will learn simple ways to reduce stress and improve their mood, connecting to nature using all of their senses. There will be fun giveaways for kids! Please meet at Mariner Point Park’s Welcome Center, wear sturdy footwear and weather appropriate clothes. Children over 6, accompanied by parent or guardian, are welcome.  Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Join us on an epic adventure to the Land Down Under, where we'll hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo. We'll explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, we'll learn about amazing creatures like kangaroos and koalas...and much more! The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Experience the magic of songs and stories under the stars, where imagination takes flight amidst the wonders of the universe. Registration is required to attend, and opens two weeks prior to the event. Please call the Edgewood Branch at 410-612-1600 to register.

Enjoy a variety of nature-based, hands-on experiences and activities. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Join us on an epic adventure to the Land Down Under, where we'll hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo. We'll explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, we'll learn about amazing creatures like kangaroos and koalas...and much more! The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

Listen to a story, learn about wind-pollination and garden together with the Master Gardeners on our patio.

Let's go on a crafting adventure! Check out the craft we will be making on our social media pages, or see a sample in the branch. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

This three day mini-camp is to learn the basics of the Scratch coding platform. Design and program a chase game, and create your own controller for your game! Funded by the National Defense Education Program. Registration is required to attend days two and three, please see day one listed on June 24 to register.

Hang out with Pokémon fans for card trading and battles!

 Discover hand or machine sewing. We have projects for all skill levels.

Kick off our Summer Reading Adventure with a camping-themed painting! All experience levels are welcome! Each person painting a picture must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL

Follow along with instructor Sandra Somervell to create a beautiful masterpiece! Please wear clothes suitable for painting. All necessary supplies will be provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Get moving! Chat with others about your current reads, discuss authors that you enjoy, and get recommendations on what to read next. Meet at Mariner Point Park, near the Welcome Center.

Join us for a discussion of "The London Séance Society" by Sarah Penner

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Pop in for an enchanting event filled with bubble-tastic activities! Craft, dance, and make your own bubble wand.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Meet in the lobby then walk with us to the playground in Shamrock Park while enjoying songs, rhymes and games along the way.

Play games, relax, and have a great time with friends!

Join us for a pop up craft! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Enjoy some fun board games with family and friends.

Are you brave enough to try out a library obstacle course? Hop, roll and crawl your way to the finish line. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Make a craft with other craft lovers! All supplies provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Join fellow researchers and share techniques, tips & resources.

Join us for a discussion of Red Cross Orphans by Glynis Peters.

Join us around the “campfire” for a fun time singing together!

Researching the history of your home can be an exciting trip into the lives of those who came before you. It can also tell you how the house was built and give you clues as to how it should be maintained. Learn about where to find government records related to your home, how to research historical archives for information, and what to look for in your house itself for clues. Presented by Julie Saylor, State Library Resource Center.

Instructor Erin Subramanian leads this dance fitness class featuring Latin and international rhythms that make staying active fun. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Join us on an epic adventure to the Land Down Under, where we'll hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo. We'll explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, we'll learn about amazing creatures like kangaroos and koalas...and much more! The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

A gentle approach to Yoga designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities.

Play Bingo for fun and prizes. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Join us on an epic adventure to the Land Down Under, where we'll hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo. We'll explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, we'll learn about amazing creatures like kangaroos and koalas...and much more! The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation. Supported by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL.

Snow globes aren't just for winter! Instead of snow, we're putting in glitter. We'll have figures and other fun things to put inside. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

A bunch of magical creatures from the world of Harry Potter are running loose in the children's area of the library! Can you find them all? This activity will run from July 1 to July 31.

Join us for a fun time of low-impact indoor walking exercises followed by gentle stretching.

Visit the Edgewood Library this summer to hunt for our limited time Geocache - use the map and provided clues to add your name to the adventurers log and receive a small prize. Program runs from June 3 to August 31 during library hours.

Visit the Edgewood Library this summer to hunt for our limited time Geocache - a clue will be provided in the library to send you off on the adventure to add your name to the logbook. Program runs from June 3 to August 31, during library hours.

Come add a sticker to our board and see what adventure awaits you at the library. Available until the end of the Summer Reading Adventure.

Find the athlete that matches the summer sport hidden around the library. Available through the month of July.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. Open to all, but most suited to those new to yoga or with physical restrictions. Each person attending must register prior to the event.

Wild Tales is an extraordinary journey where stories come to life! Our live animal ambassadors will enchant as we explore adventures of faraway lands, bygone eras, and the magical adventures that begin in your own backyard. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Come enjoy a family friendly movie every Monday! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month's titles are "Of Mice and Men" and "The Pearl" by John Steinbeck.

Squish, sculpt, and explore playdough while encouraging creativity and fine motor skills. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Wild Tales is an extraordinary journey where stories come to life! Our live animal ambassadors will enchant as we explore adventures of faraway lands, bygone eras, and the magical adventures that begin in your own backyard. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

A gentle approach to Yoga designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

We supply the LEGO® bricks. You supply the imagination!

Join fellow researchers and share techniques, tips & resources. This month we will learn about how to use Post Office records in your genealogy research.

This class is a flow practice that integrates breath and movement to create strength and flexibility. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Join HCPL and spend intentional time in nature on a walk led by local non-profit Nature Worx. Participants will learn simple ways to reduce stress and improve their mood, connecting to nature using all of their senses. There will be fun giveaways for kids! Please meet at Liriodendron Mansion, wear sturdy footwear and weather appropriate clothes. Children over 6, accompanied by parent or guardian, are welcome.  Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Enjoy a reading of Button’s first book, Buttons Has Her Day, and learn all about adaptive riding lessons and equine therapy with fun, ground-based activities (there is no riding involved). Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Darlington Friends of HCPL.

Harford Community Action Agency (HCAA) has programs that support our community.

Get ready for stories, music, and movement at our energetic and engaging story time just for toddlers!

Explore music and movement through stories, songs, and play!

Get moving and grooving with interactive songs and movement activities!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Make a craft with other craft lovers! All supplies provided. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Wild Tales is an extraordinary journey where stories come to life! Our live animal ambassadors will enchant as we explore adventures of faraway lands, bygone eras, and the magical adventures that begin in your own backyard. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

Enjoy a reading of Button’s first book, Buttons Has Her Day, and learn all about adaptive riding lessons and equine therapy with fun, ground-based activities (there is no riding involved). Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Darlington Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a discussion of Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney.

Help us beautify the library's walkway with your artistic talent and our sidewalk chalk!

Play games, relax, and have a great time with friends!

Wild Tales is an extraordinary journey where stories come to life! Our live animal ambassadors will enchant as we explore adventures of faraway lands, bygone eras, and the magical adventures that begin in your own backyard. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Has your yoga routine become ho-hum and boring? Spice it up. Join us for an hour of fun and be challenged as we get into flip dogs, side planks, bridges and wheels. We will float your boat and you will be coming back for more!

Unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. A partnership with and presented by Point of Light Yoga. Each person attending must register prior to the event. 

We are collecting supplies for Birthday Bags that will be given away at the Harford Community Action Agency's food pantry, so even when budgets are tight, celebrating can still be fun! Items needed: Boxed cake mix, Canned icing, Vegetable oil, Candles, Sprinkles, Birthday cards, Foil cake pans, Cupcake liners, Fun party and paper goods. Donations will be accepted through August 10th. Thanks for bringing a smile to someone in need.

Put your sleuthing skills to the test by completing a scavenger hunt in our children's area to win a prize! This activity will run through the end of August.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Wild Tales is an extraordinary journey where stories come to life! Our live animal ambassadors will enchant as we explore adventures of faraway lands, bygone eras, and the magical adventures that begin in your own backyard.

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please contact 410-638-3608 to register.

Wild Tales is an extraordinary journey where stories come to life! Our live animal ambassadors will enchant as we explore adventures of faraway lands, bygone eras, and the magical adventures that begin in your own backyard. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Havre De Grace Friends of HCPL.

Interested in manga and anime? Join us for a lively discussion of books and manga in popular culture.

Interested in manga and anime? Join us for a lively discussion of books and manga in popular culture. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

A gentle approach to Yoga designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities.

Bring in puzzles you would like to trade-in for others!

Wild Tales is an extraordinary journey where stories come to life! Our live animal ambassadors will enchant as we explore adventures of faraway lands, bygone eras, and the magical adventures that begin in your own backyard. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. Open to all, but most suited to those new to yoga or with physical restrictions. Each person attending must register prior to the event.

Come enjoy a family friendly movie every Monday! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Come meet up in a relaxed environment and explore ways to encourage your child's motor and social skills. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Come play a D&D adventure built especially with kids in mind. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

A gentle approach to Yoga designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities set to patriotic music. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Join us for an evening story time with music, movement, and fun!

Join us for a discussion of "The Celebrants" by Steven Rowley.

Join us for an evening story time with music, movement, and fun!

This class is a flow practice set to patriotic music that integrates breath and movement to create strength and flexibility. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Enjoy a reading of Button’s first book, Buttons Has Her Day, and learn all about adaptive riding lessons and equine therapy with fun, ground-based activities (there is no riding involved). Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Harford Community Action Agency (HCAA) has programs that support our community.

Unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. A partnership with and presented by Point of Light Yoga. Each person attending must register prior to the event. 

Get ready for stories, music, and movement at our energetic and engaging story time just for toddlers!

A multi-sensory story time for families of children of all abilities with engaging visuals, interactive stories, adaptive movement, and sensory activities.

Learn about science, music, math, and art concepts through hands-on activities and fun demonstrations!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Enjoy a reading of Button’s first book, Buttons Has Her Day, and learn all about adaptive riding lessons and equine therapy with fun, ground-based activities (there is no riding involved). Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Put yourself in a Summer Reading Adventure scene using the magic of Green Screen photography.

Play games, relax, and have a great time with friends!

Hang out, enjoy some snacks, and play anime themed board games with fellow teen otakus while watching and discussing anime! Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Develop your understanding of energy and force by recreating a mini-golf hole, LEGO™-sized! Each child attending must register prior to the program. Funded by the National Defense Education Program.

Join the Friends! Support your library by volunteering for special projects that help fund Library programs.

It's a quest for adventure, treasure, magic, and mayhem! All skills level welcome. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Has your yoga routine become ho-hum and boring? Spice it up. Join us for an hour of fun and be challenged as we get into flip dogs, side planks, bridges and wheels. We will float your boat and you will be coming back for more!

Explore the works and styles of famous artists and create your own masterpiece at our family art lab event!

Come learn to play Dungeons & Dragons, 5th Edition. These sessions are ideal for new players, but all players are welcome to join.

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 Berry Pickers" by Amanda Peters.

Join HCPL and spend intentional time in nature on a walk led by local non-profit Nature Worx. Participants will learn simple ways to reduce stress and improve their mood, connecting to nature using all of their senses. There will be fun giveaways for kids! Please meet at Mariner Point Park’s Welcome Center, wear sturdy footwear and weather appropriate clothes. Children over 6, accompanied by parent or guardian, are welcome.  Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Explore faraway lands, sing shanties, and make a craft in this adventure themed story time series! Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Read, sing and create a camping craft! Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Stop by to enjoy crafts, puzzles and games for all ability levels.

Join us for a discussion of Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi.

Join us for a discussion of "Lessons in Chemistry" by Bonnie Garmus. Each person attending must register prior to the event.

Calling all gamers! Test your skills in this Nintendo Switch™ Tournament for all ages.

Learn how to draw anime and manga characters step-by-step! No prior drawing is experience needed.

Let's go on a crafting adventure! Check out the craft we will be making on our social media pages, or see a sample in the branch. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Come to the library and unwind with some quality Nintendo Switch™ time! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

 Discover hand or machine sewing. We have projects for all skill levels.

Paint your very own masterpiece with others. All supplies provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Play the popular board game Wingspan™ at the library. This program is open to new players, experienced players, and bird lovers! Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Abingdon Grill, 418 Constant Friendship Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009. This month's title is "Lab Girl" by Hope Jaharen. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Get moving! Chat with others about your current reads, discuss authors that you enjoy, and get recommendations on what to read next. Meet at Mariner Point Park, near the Welcome Center.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "The Wind Knows My Name" by Isabel Allende.

Enjoy a reading of Button’s first book, Buttons Has Her Day, and learn all about adaptive riding lessons and equine therapy with fun, ground-based activities (there is no riding involved). Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Your challenge: to build the coolest roller coaster. Design, build, and test the ultimate indoor roller coaster using a variety of building materials.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. A partnership with and presented by Point of Light Yoga. Each person attending must register prior to the event. 

At this outdoor program, kids will learn how to tie knots, recognize items in a tackle box, and practice their cast with real fishing rods with a guide from the Department of Natural Resources.

Enjoy a reading of Button’s first book, Buttons Has Her Day, and learn all about adaptive riding lessons and equine therapy with fun, ground-based activities (there is no riding involved). Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Play games, relax, and have a great time with friends!

Learn how to become a Junior Ranger for the National Park Service! You'll learn the history of a nearby trail and the origins of our national anthem and flag. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Engage your senses with different sensory crafts and activities. After registering, please contact us to discuss any accommodation in advance. Each child must register prior to the program.

Interested in manga and anime? Join us for a lively discussion of books and manga in popular culture.

Join us for a discussion of "The Great Divide" by Cristina Henriquez.

Instructor Erin Subramanian leads this dance fitness class featuring Latin and international rhythms that make staying active fun. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited game of Trivia! Please call the Edgewood Senior Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet. Each child attending must register prior to the program

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

A gentle approach to Yoga designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities.

Use the free iNaturalist app to find out about your local biodiversity! Everyone will be on library grounds during the scavanger hunt. Prizes will be awarded. Supported by Joppa Friends of HCPL.

This is the night we open the library just for teens! Teens can play games, listen to music and have fun while the library is closed. Teens can use the free iNaturalist app to explore the biodiversity of the library grounds. *Please call the library for a parent permission slip* Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Slate Farm Brewery, 2128 Whiteford Rd., Whiteford, MD 21160. This month's title is "In the Face of the Sun" Denny S. Bryce.

Bring in puzzles you would like to trade-in for others!

Bring in puzzles you would like to trade-in for others!

Pop up sale featuring a variety of materials, all priced at .50 cents each! All proceeds support library programs and services.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Meet up with fellow Pokémon Go players to walk a route around the library, catching Pokémon and spinning Pokestops as we go!

Pop in for an enchanting event filled with bubble-tastic activities! Craft, dance, and make your own bubble wand! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a fun time of low-impact indoor walking exercises followed by gentle stretching.

Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) offers prekindergarten and kindergarten to children who turn 4 (preK) or 5 (K) by September 1. HCPS Judy Centers offer support and playgroups for families and children birth-5. Stop by and chat with representatives from HCPS Office of Early Childhood and Judy Centers to learn more. A checklist of required documents needed for the preK application process and kindergarten registration will be available.

Make something that benefits a local community service organization when you visit StreamWorks. In July, we will be making dental hygiene kits for Manna House. This program will run through July 20. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. Open to all, but most suited to those new to yoga or with physical restrictions. Each person attending must register prior to the event.

Join award winning kids musician Mr. Jon for a fun program for the whole family. Mr. Jon and his silly friend George the Monkey will have you laughing and dancing along. Using rhymes, songs, books, and puppets, this interactive musical comedy show is a performance not to be missed! Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Stop by to enjoy crafts, puzzles and games for all ability levels. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Come enjoy a family friendly movie every Monday! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a pop up craft! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Join award winning kids musician Mr. Jon for a fun program for the whole family. Mr. Jon and his silly friend George the Monkey will have you laughing and dancing along. Using rhymes, songs, books, and puppets, this interactive musical comedy show is a performance not to be missed! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Puzzle it out with all different kinds of brain games! Learn how to do sudoku, logic puzzles, jigsaws, and more!

A gentle approach to Yoga designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Join award winning kids musician Mr. Jon for a fun program for the whole family. Mr. Jon and his silly friend George the Monkey will have you laughing and dancing along. Using rhymes, songs, books, and puppets, this interactive musical comedy show is a performance not to be missed! Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

We supply the LEGO® bricks. You supply the imagination! Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a discussion of "The real work: on the mystery of mastery" by Adam Gopnik.

This class is a flow practice that integrates breath and movement to create strength and flexibility. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Harford Community Action Agency (HCAA) has programs that support our community.

Get ready for stories, music, and movement at our energetic and engaging story time just for toddlers!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Join award winning kids musician Mr. Jon for a fun program for the whole family. Mr. Jon and his silly friend George the Monkey will have you laughing and dancing along. Using rhymes, songs, books, and puppets, this interactive musical comedy show is a performance not to be missed! Supported by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL.

Challenge yourself with an indoor obstacle course!

Play games, relax, and have a great time with friends!

Join award winning kids musician Mr. Jon for a fun program for the whole family. Mr. Jon and his silly friend George the Monkey will have you laughing and dancing along. Using rhymes, songs, books, and puppets, this interactive musical comedy show is a performance not to be missed! Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Design and build an island using Legos®,but it won't all be smooth sailing! Be ready to use your problem solving skills to tackle challenges your island might face. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Learn to solve the original Rubik’s® Cube and explore other types of puzzle cubes. Share strategies and algorithms with other fans of this nostalgic toy. Bring your Cube or use one of ours. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

Develop your understanding of energy and force by recreating a mini-golf hole, LEGO™-sized! Funded by the National Defense Education Program.

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Has your yoga routine become ho-hum and boring? Spice it up. Join us for an hour of fun and be challenged as we get into flip dogs, side planks, bridges and wheels. We will float your boat and you will be coming back for more!

The Susquehanna Beekeepers Association of Maryland will introduce the amazing world of beekeeping. Explore the many species of wild bees that can be found in our area.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Join award winning kids musician Mr. Jon for a fun program for the whole family. Mr. Jon and his silly friend George the Monkey will have you laughing and dancing along. Using rhymes, songs, books, and puppets, this interactive musical comedy show is a performance not to be missed! Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please contact 410-638-3608 to register.

Join us for a discussion of "You Were Always Mine" by Christine Pride.

Join us for an afternoon discussion of "North Woods" by Daniel Mason.

Join award winning kids musician Mr. Jon for a fun program for the whole family. Mr. Jon and his silly friend George the Monkey will have you laughing and dancing along. Using rhymes, songs, books, and puppets, this interactive musical comedy show is a performance not to be missed! Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Create a tote bag to carry your library books using our sewing machines! Each child/teen attending must register prior to the program.

Gather to play board games, chess, checkers, etc. on our patio!

Let's go on a crafting adventure! Check out the craft we will be making on our social media pages, or see a sample in the branch. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Interested in manga and anime? Join us for a lively discussion of books and manga in popular culture.

Hang out with Pokémon fans for card trading and battles!

Got talent? Sing, dance, musician, cosplay—whatever your talent, audition to perform at our Talent Show Adventure at the Library on August 10. Registration required for each person auditioning. Contact Katherine Ellis for details, 410-692-7887.

Join us for a discussion of "Lady Tan's Circle of Women" by Lisa See.

Join award winning kids musician Mr. Jon for a fun program for the whole family. Mr. Jon and his silly friend George the Monkey will have you laughing and dancing along. Using rhymes, songs, books, and puppets, this interactive musical comedy show is a performance not to be missed! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Take to the skies by painting a picture of a dragon! All experience levels are welcome! Each person painting a picture must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Get moving! Chat with others about your current reads, discuss authors that you enjoy, and get recommendations on what to read next. Meet at Mariner Point Park, near the Welcome Center.

Enjoy a reading of Button’s first book, Buttons Has Her Day, and learn all about adaptive riding lessons and equine therapy with fun, ground-based activities (there is no riding involved). Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Put your sleuthing skills to the test by completing a scavenger hunt in our children's area to win a prize! This activity will run through the end of August.

Join HCPL and spend intentional time in nature on a walk led by local non-profit Nature Worx. Participants will learn simple ways to reduce stress and improve their mood, connecting to nature using all of their senses. There will be fun giveaways for kids! Please meet at Shamrock Park, wear sturdy footwear and weather appropriate clothes. Children over 6, accompanied by parent or guardian, are welcome.  Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Celebrate summer by making some classic camping-themed crafts.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Wild Tales is an extraordinary journey where stories come to life! Our live animal ambassadors will enchant as we explore adventures of faraway lands, bygone eras, and the magical adventures that begin in your own backyard. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Enjoy a reading of Button’s first book, Buttons Has Her Day, and learn all about adaptive riding lessons and equine therapy with fun, ground-based activities (there is no riding involved). Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Calling all pool noodle pony jockeys! Participate in relays, obstacle courses, and steeplechase events. Ponies will be provided. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

All needlecrafters are welcome to come work on a project, share ideas, and learn more about the Library.

Play games, relax, and have a great time with friends!

Join us for a pop up craft! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club" by J. Ryan Stradal. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.

Wild Tales is an extraordinary journey where stories come to life! Our live animal ambassadors will enchant as we explore adventures of faraway lands, bygone eras, and the magical adventures that begin in your own backyard. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air friends of HCPL.

Got talent? Sing, dance, musician, cosplay—whatever your talent, audition to perform at our August 10th Talent Show Adventure at the Library. Registration required for each person auditioning. Contact Katherine Ellis for details, 410-692-7887.

Help us beautify the library's walkway with your artistic talent and our sidewalk chalk!

Join us for a discussion of "It Happened One Summer" by Tessa Bailey

Hang out with Pokémon fans for card trading and battles! Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please contact 410-638-3608 to register.

Bring your friends and share your performance skills and creative writing with poetry, acoustic music, and other talents.

English-language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.

Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Instructor Erin Subramanian leads this dance fitness class featuring Latin and international rhythms that make staying active fun. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. A partnership with and presented by Point of Light Yoga. Each person attending must register prior to the event. 

Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) offers prekindergarten and kindergarten to children who turn 4 (preK) or 5 (K) by September 1. HCPS Judy Centers offer support and playgroups for families and children birth-5. Stop by and chat with representatives from HCPS Office of Early Childhood and Judy Centers to learn more. A checklist of required documents needed for the preK application process and kindergarten registration will be available.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

A multi-sensory story time for families of children of all abilities with engaging visuals, interactive stories, adaptive movement, and sensory activities. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Have fun during an hour of free creativity with a variety of paints and paper. What will you create? Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

This free* brief legal advice clinic, by appointment only, features counsel from the Harford County Bar Foundation (HCBF).

A gentle approach to Yoga designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities.

Bring in puzzles you would like to trade-in for others!

Pop in for an enchanting event filled with bubble-tastic activities! Craft, dance, and make your own bubble wand! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Get ready for the summer games by testing your sports skills and go for the gold! Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Fun for all ages! Build and create with a variety of blocks from LEGO®, DUPLO®, MagnaTiles® and more!

This is the night we open the library just for teens! Teens can play games, craft, do challenges, and have fun while the library is closed. *Please call the library for a parent permission slip* *Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

This is the night we open the library just for teens! Teens can play games, craft, do challenges, and have fun while the library is closed. *Please call the library for a parent permission slip* *Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Darlington Friends of HCPL.

Bring in puzzles you would like to trade-in for others!

Fall is the proper time to start seeds for fall. Come and learn the ABCs of sprouting them! We will discuss sowing A+Perennials, B+Biennials with showy flowers and C+Cold season, fall vegetables. This basic horticulture class will teach seed sowing skills applicable to every season.

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Enjoy building with LEGO® blocks while watching a family friendly movie. We supply the LEGO®(s) and you supply the imagination! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a fun time of low-impact indoor walking exercises followed by gentle stretching.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. Open to all, but most suited to those new to yoga or with physical restrictions. Each person attending must register prior to the event.

We will discuss "The Old Lion: A Novel of Teddy Roosevelt" by Jeff Shaara

Magician Mike Rose presents impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around adventure. The show will feature lots of opportunities for participation, and many children will become part of the show! Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Come enjoy a family friendly movie every Monday! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Magician Mike Rose presents impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around adventure. The show will feature lots of opportunities for participation, and many children will become part of the show! Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Learn to crochet with a beginner project or work on an existing one with fellow crocheters. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

A gentle approach to Yoga designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Magician Mike Rose presents impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around adventure. The show will feature lots of opportunities for participation, and many children will become part of the show! Supported by the Darlington Friends of HCPL.

Join us for an evening story time with music, movement, and fun!

Join us for an evening story time with music, movement, and fun!

This class is a flow practice that integrates breath and movement to create strength and flexibility. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) offers prekindergarten and kindergarten to children who turn 4 (preK) or 5 (K) by September 1. HCPS Judy Centers offer support and playgroups for families and children birth-5. Stop by and chat with representatives from HCPS Office of Early Childhood and Judy Centers to learn more. A checklist of required documents needed for the preK application process and kindergarten registration will be available.

Harford Community Action Agency (HCAA) has programs that support our community.

Get ready for stories, music, and movement at our energetic and engaging story time just for toddlers!

Explore faraway lands, sing shanties, and make a craft in this adventure themed story time series! Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Participate in a group nature-themed activity, meet new friends, and appreciate nature while walking the trail behind the library. Meet on the patio.

Get creative and enjoy stories and art-themed, hands-on projects.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month’s title is Never Never by Colleen Hoover.

Discover what it is like to be a park ranger through stories and exploration stations. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Add your personal touch to our windows or chalk our walks as we celebrate summer.

Play games, relax, and have a great time with friends!

Play your own Minecraft world or play on ours against other teens in Harford County. Work as a team or on your own. See what all the hype is about.

Come to the library and unwind with some quality Nintendo Switch™ time! Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Magician Mike Rose presents impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around adventure. The show will feature lots of opportunities for participation, and many children will become part of the show! Supported by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL.

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Calling all gamers! Test your skills in this Super Smash Bros™ Tournament for all ages. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Develop your understanding of energy and force by recreating a mini-golf hole, LEGO™-sized! Funded by the National Defense Education Program.

It's a quest for adventure, treasure, magic, and mayhem! Join a campaign run by a Dungeon Master from Critical Hit Games. All skills levels welcome. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

It's a quest for adventure, treasure, magic, and mayhem! All skills level welcome. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Has your yoga routine become ho-hum and boring? Spice it up. Join us for an hour of fun and be challenged as we get into flip dogs, side planks, bridges and wheels. We will float your boat and you will be coming back for more!

Magician Mike Rose presents impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around adventure. The show will feature lots of opportunities for participation, and many children will become part of the show! Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

Join HCPL and spend intentional time in nature on a walk led by local non-profit Nature Worx. Participants will learn simple ways to reduce stress and improve their mood, connecting to nature using all of their senses. There will be fun giveaways for kids! Please meet at Mariner Point Park’s Welcome Center, wear sturdy footwear and weather appropriate clothes. Children over 6, accompanied by parent or guardian, are welcome.  Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Magician Mike Rose presents impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around adventure. The show will feature lots of opportunities for participation, and many children will become part of the show!

Design and build an island using Legos™, but it won't all be smooth sailing! Be ready to use your problem-solving skills to tackle challenges your island might be facing. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Let's go on a crafting adventure! Check out the craft we will be making on our social media pages, or see a sample in the branch. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Get yourself adventure-ready with this 3 part series on the basics of Dungeons & Dragons. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Hang out at the Library! Play video and board games, make a craft, and have a great time with your friends! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Magician Mike Rose presents impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around adventure. The show will feature lots of opportunities for participation, and many children will become part of the show! Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Hang out with Pokémon fans for card trading and battles! Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Get moving! Chat with others about your current reads, discuss authors that you enjoy, and get recommendations on what to read next. Meet at Mariner Point Park, near the Welcome Center.

Join us for a discussion of "The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music.

Explore the world of numbers through engaging stations of interactive math games and puzzles.

Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided. Each person attending must register prior to the event.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Play games, relax, and have a great time with friends!

Audition your talent with us and hopefully get invited to perform at the Summer Adventure Talent Show on August 6. Please register the performer only and include your e-mail and phone number. A librarian will call you with more details after registration.

Magician Mike Rose presents impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around adventure. The show will feature lots of opportunities for participation, and many children will become part of the show! Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Enjoy some fun board games with family and friends.

Make a craft with other craft lovers! All supplies provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Join fellow researchers and share techniques, tips & resources.

Join us for a discussion of Foundling by Ann Leary.

Instructor Erin Subramanian leads this dance fitness class featuring Latin and international rhythms that make staying active fun. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Get ready for stories, music, movement, and fun!

Magician Mike Rose presents impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around adventure. The show will feature lots of opportunities for participation, and many children will become part of the show! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Play outdoor games like book stacking, relay races, putt-putt, and more!

Have fun reciting Mother Goose rhymes while participating in Olympic style games.

A gentle approach to Yoga designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities.

Enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and other activities where kids can win prizes. Anita C. Leight Estuary Center staff will introduce you to some of their critters and Magician Mike Rose will perform. Supported by the Joppa Friends of Harford County Public Library.

Magician Mike Rose presents impossible magic tricks and off-the-wall comedy all themed around adventure. The show will feature lots of opportunities for participation, and many children will become part of the show! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Join us in the Bel Air Children's Department after hours and build yourself a tent/fort! All building materials will be provided! Each child attending must register prior to the program.

This is the night we open the library just for teens! Teens can play games, listen to music and have fun while the library is closed. Each person attending must register *Please call the library for a parent permission slip* Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.