Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "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.

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. 

Develop your understanding of energy and force by recreating a bowling alley, LEGO(TM)-sized, through coding and robotics. Can you bowl a strike? Funded by the National Defense Education Program.

Join us for a variety of fun and educational activities. For more information, please contact the branch. Each child 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 person attending must register prior to the program.

Whether you're already working on a writing project or want a space to explore new stories, join our group of budding writers to share your craft. Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptop or journal to write in. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Make a difference in the Library. Have your voice be heard in a safe space! Bring friends and make new ones. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Stop in for surprise hands-on STEM activities!

START (Serving, Thriving, and Reading Together) is a unique humanities-based and family-focused program building community among military and civilian families. Four weekly storytelling, reading, and discussion sessions featuring award-winning children’s books are led by professional storytellers and storylovers. Families with children ages 6 to 13 will enjoy discussing children’s stories about such ideas as family, courage, and community. The program is free for participants; kid-friendly dinners and books are provided. Sponsored by Blue Star Families in partnership with Harford County Public Library. Please register through the Blue Star Families Link.

Author and Maryland native J.R. Miller returns to discuss his latest novel, "Now We Are Orphans." Set in Lourdes, France against the back drop of WWII, Now We Are Orphans tells the story of boy's journey from his family in France, to orphanages in England and eventually to the United States. It is a story of family loved, lost and rediscovered. Purchase your copy of "Now We Are Orphans" from your favorite bookseller and bring it along for the author to sign. Registration recommended.

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!

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

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

Learn the fundamentals of shadowboxing! This program combines basic boxing techniques with aerobic exercise for a fun workout. No prior boxing experience is needed. Wear athletic clothing and bring a water bottle.

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

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for an introduction to the tabletop role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons! Please call McFaul Activity Center at 410-638-4040 for more details. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Learn the basics of simple movie-making using the green screen and a short skit, just in time for the Film This! book trailer competition.

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.

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Slate Farm Brewery, 2128 Whiteford Rd., Whiteford, MD 21160. This month's title is "Sandwich" by Catherine Newman.

Start the year off with a one-of-a-kind journal! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

Make blankets for foster children in the care of CASA of Harford County, the Court Appointed Special Advocate program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a fun time of low-impact indoor walking exercises followed by gentle stretching. A great way to start the week!

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

Certified Yoga instructor Kate Wyer will help you to 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.

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

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

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.

Discover hand or machine sewing. We have projects for all skill levels! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Come play a D&D® adventure built especially with kids in mind. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL

Bring your pillow, blanket, or favorite stuffed animal and enjoy an evening story time with certified therapy animals from local organization Pets on Wheels. Each child attending must register prior to the program. After registering, please call 410-368-3151 to discuss any accommodations.

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell will guide you through this gentle approach to Yoga that is 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 us for an evening story time with music, movement, and fun!

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell leads this 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, movement, and fun!

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

Let’s get moving and grooving with interactive songs and movement activities!   

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

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

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

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

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

Spice Up Your Tea: Get cozy while learning about how types of tea are grown and looking at tea's connection to American history. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Snow date: January 28, 2025

Join us for a discussion of "Dad Camp" by Evan S Porter.

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

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

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

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 skill levels 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!

Yoga teacher Donna Hinder will be introducing yoga exercises through hands on fun. Wear comfortable, flexible clothing and socks. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

How well do you know your movies? Come in for a spirited game of trivia to test your knowledge.

Learn to design a simple project using Tinkercad®, an online 3D design program. Bring a flash drive if you would like to save your design for printing at a later date. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Come learn to play Dungeons & Dragons, 5th Edition. These sessions are ideal for new players, but all players are welcome to join. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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 2024.

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.

Learn the ins and outs of bullet journaling. You'll get some background knowledge on the technique, plus time to get a journal started. Supplies will be provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.  

Not sure how to access audiobooks? Traveling and don't want to bring a heavy stack of books? Got a new electronic device for the holidays and want to add free content? Join us to learn how to use Libby, a free app where you can enjoy ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines on your phone, tablet, or computer. Bring your device for on-site help.

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.

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!

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

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

Join us for a discussion of "Brooklyn" by Colm Toibin.

Join us for a discussion of "Small Mercies" by Dennis Lehane.

Join us for a variety of fun and educational activities. For more information, please contact the branch. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

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

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please call the Fallston Branch at 410-638-3003 to register. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL

Make a difference in the Library. Have your voice be heard in a safe space! Bring friends and make new ones

Join us for a discussion of "The Women" by Kristin Hannah.

Hang out with Pokémon® fans for card trading and battles!

Learn how to keep your children safe online during this presentation from Joe Dugan, Internet Safety Specialist with the Maryland State Police.

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!

Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet. Each child participating must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of the HCPL.

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

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.

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

Learn eight basic embroidery stitches and practice with patterns to make up a sampler. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

Join us for some crafting fun!

START (Serving, Thriving, and Reading Together) is a unique humanities-based and family-focused program building community among military and civilian families. Four weekly storytelling, reading, and discussion sessions featuring award-winning children’s books are led by professional storytellers and storylovers. Families with children ages 6 to 13 will enjoy discussing children’s stories about such ideas as family, courage, and community. The program is free for participants; kid-friendly dinners and books are provided. Sponsored by Blue Star Families in partnership with Harford County Public Library. Please register through the Blue Star Families Link.

Join us for a discussion of "The Honey Witch" by Sydney J. Shields.

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 the Whiteford Library to register at 410-638-3608.

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

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

Celebrate all things fairy tale and superhero with crafts, STEM activities, and stories read by local community leaders. Activities will be held throughout the day.

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.

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.

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

Unwind with a gentler-paced yoga with seated and standing postures. A partnership with and presented by Point of Light Yoga. Each person attending must register prior to the event.

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

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

Explore your creative side as we learn about famous artists and create artist-inspired masterpieces. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

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

Strike a pose and put yourself in a scene using the magic of Green Screen photography.

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

Enjoy fun stories, yoga, dance, movement, and music! Bring a mat or towel. Adults are welcome to join their children. Each person participating must register prior to the program. 

Complete your tasks around the library and find the imposter in this after-hours event inspired by the popular video game! Supported by the Bel Air 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 Joppa Friends of HCPL.

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

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

Learn how to apply for college or trade school! Explore topics like financial aid, SAT prep, scholarships, and internships with useful information from the Harford County Public Library, the Havre de Grace Youth Commission, and Harford Community College. Snow date : February 8, 2025

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.

Start your adventures in babysitting! Each teen attending must register prior to the program.

Learn how to turn a line drawing into a 3-dimensional piece of junk jewelry using Tinkercad and the Innovation Lab's 3D printers.

Join us to watch a short film and engage in a lively discussion. Films are curated and moderated by film buffs Jan and Jack Hirschfeld.

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

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!

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

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

Learn about science, music, math, and art concepts through hands-on activities and fun demonstrations! 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 Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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!

Yoga teacher Donna Hinder will be introducing yoga exercises through hands on fun. Wear comfortable, flexible clothing and socks. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL. Each child attending must register prior to the 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.  

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

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.

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

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

Playing is learning! Imagine, create, and explore at this open-ended play session. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Wear your pajamas, and bring your favorite stuffed animal for stories, songs, and fun! Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

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

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

Hang out at the Library! Play video and board games, make a craft, and have a great time with your friends!

Hang out with Pokémon® fans for card trading and battles!

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

Play the popular board game Wingspan at the library. This program is open to new players, experienced players, and bird lovers!

Beat the winter blues with Pete the Cat®! Come out for a groovy beach party complete with a story time, games, and crafts! Each child participating must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL

Join us for a discussion of "James" by Percival Everett.

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.

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!

Stop in for surprise hands-on STEM activities!

START (Serving, Thriving, and Reading Together) is a unique humanities-based and family-focused program building community among military and civilian families. Four weekly storytelling, reading, and discussion sessions featuring award-winning children’s books are led by professional storytellers and storylovers. Families with children ages 6 to 13 will enjoy discussing children’s stories about such ideas as family, courage, and community. The program is free for participants; kid-friendly dinners and books are provided. Sponsored by Blue Star Families in partnership with Harford County Public Library. Please register through the Blue Star Families Link.

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 "The Glassmaker" by Tracy Chevalier.

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

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 to have fun and make artistic (and messy!) creations using a variety of art supplies and techniques. 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.

Not all birds fly south for the winter. Learn about our feathered friends who stick around when it gets cold. Fun with stories, music activities and a craft!

Bring a jazz playlist to share and have some coffee, tea, or hot cocoa with friends Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

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

Pruning: Nip it in the bud! It may be cold outside, but it is the best time to prune deciduous trees and shrubs. We will study their branching patterns and learn where and how to prune. We will also discuss the proper time to prune flowering shrubs that will encourage greater flowering! Each person attending must register prior to the event.

Get ready for an afternoon singing your favorite songs!

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

Learn amazing facts about elephants, their unique personalities, and their role in our world. Presented by an EleAmbassador from the nation’s largest natural habitat refuge for elephants, The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee™.

Explore hand or machine sewing with a small cozy project for Winter Reading. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a fun time of low-impact indoor walking exercises followed by gentle stretching. A great way to start the week!

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

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

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

Certified Yoga instructor Kate Wyer will help you to 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.

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

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

Join us for a discussion of "The Berry Pickers" by Amanda Peters.

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

Join us for some crafting fun!

Paint your very own book tote! Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell will guide you through this gentle approach to Yoga that is 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! Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville 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 call 410-273-5608 to register.

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

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

Join us for a discussion of "The art thief" by Michael Finkel.

Peggy Jude will share how the effective use of DNA can further your genealogical research. Building on the basics, this session will cover topics including working with your match list, determining how a match is related to you, prioritizing your matches, tools you can use to further your research, and the impact of endogamy and pedigree collapse on your DNA matches.

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell leads this 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, movement, and fun!

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, and movement at our energetic and engaging story time just for toddlers!

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month’s title is A Well-Behaved Woman by Therese Anna Fowler. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.

Experience a fun-filled card game social event. Play a variety of card games while enjoying the company of fellow enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to card games, there's something for everyone! Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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

It's a quest for adventure, treasure, magic, and mayhem! All skill levels 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!

Yoga teacher Donna Hinder will be introducing yoga exercises through hands on fun. Wear comfortable, flexible clothing and socks. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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.

Grab your family history notes, and let’s take a trip with presenter, Lisa Lisson... no plane ticket required! We’ll take a trip to where your ancestors lived. We’ll walk where they walked, and see what they saw. Virtual heritage travel increases understanding of the cultural, political, and economic circumstances surrounding our ancestors which helps us as family historians to find our ancestors and connect with them at a deeper level.

It's the Year of the Snake. Celebrate Chinese New Year with a paper snake craft.

Special "Preview Sale" just for members of HCPL Friends of the Library. You can join at the door and then get a sneak peek at the selection of used books, music, movies, and more! All proceeds support Library programs and services.

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!

Use your problem solving skills and your knowledge of dinosaurs to solve a series of puzzles and escape from a locked room. Registration is required. Please call the Fallston branch at 410-638-3003 to secure a time slot. Registration for this program will begin on January 15. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Enjoy a variety of nature-based, hands-on experiences and activities. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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

Celebrate Lunar New Year with a Year of the Snake craft! All supplies will be provided. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

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.

Combine technology and creativity, using our Cricut to make and take a project!

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.

Used books, music, movies, and more! All proceeds support library programs and services.

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!

Use your problem solving skills and your knowledge of dinosaurs to solve a series of puzzles and escape from a locked room. Registration is required. Please call the Fallston branch at 410-638-3003 to secure a time slot. Registration for this program will begin on January 15. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

START (Serving, Thriving, and Reading Together) is a unique humanities-based and family-focused program building community among military and civilian families. Four weekly storytelling, reading, and discussion sessions featuring award-winning children’s books are led by professional storytellers and storylovers. Families with children ages 6 to 13 will enjoy discussing children’s stories about such ideas as family, courage, and community. The program is free for participants; kid-friendly dinners and books are provided. Sponsored by Blue Star Families in partnership with Harford County Public Library. Please register through the Blue Star Families Link.

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

Learn the importance of kindness and how to use storybooks to teach kindness with clinical psychologist Dr. Melissa Munro Boyd. Make a kindness bracelet to take home. Dr. Boyd is the author of the "Skills for Kids" series of books, including "Kindness is Cool."

Bird communities have experienced profound changes over time, leaving us with a wealth of “stories” about how different species with different life histories have coped. Join us as biologist and natural historian, Dave Ziolkowski, tells the tale of several iconic species while providing a long-term view of our fascinating birdlife. Dave is the director of the USGS’s North American Breeding Bird Survey, one of the longest running bird surveys in the world. His childhood interests drew him to ornithology, and he has been actively involved in wildlife research for over 30 years, both in the U.S. and abroad.

This program offers an overview of the features and resources available at FamilySearch.org. We’ll look at building one’s family tree, searching historical records, saving photos and other memories, and the unique live help services available from FamilySearch and its local affiliate libraries and centers. You can access Family Search from HCPL's webpage at https://hcplonline.org/genealogy.php

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.

Share stories, songs, and rhymes during an intergenerational story time with the residents of Brightview Senior Living – Bel Air (300 West Ring Factory Road in Bel Air). Please register adults and children attending.

Used books, music, movies, and more! All proceeds support library programs and services.

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

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

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

This one-hour program teaches what you need to know to manage blood pressure and maintain a healthy heart. Proper technique for taking a blood pressure, ways to decrease risk factors, and complications are just a few of the topics discussed. Please call 1-800-515-0044 to register or for more information.

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. *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.

Come in and share your favorite recipes and discover new ones in our community recipe box as we celebrate African American cuisine. This community exchange will run from February 1-28, during library hours.

Find all of the hidden groundhogs in the Children's Area of the Library! This activity will run through February 28.

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

Celebrate Black History Month exploring the art and history of the Quilts of Gee's Bend. Create your own quilt square for the entire month of February.

During the month of February, visit the Norrisville Library and view the "Mini Art" submissions from community participants. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Used books, music, movies, and more! All proceeds support library programs and services.

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

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with stories, music, and fun, followed by a craft.

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.

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please call the Fallston Branch at 410-638-3003 to register. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL

Play session where toddlers explore and create using their senses. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Join us for the Iota Nu chapter of Omega Psi Phi fraternity’s annual book dedication to HCPL in honor of Black History Month. Esteemed author Dr. David S. Arnold will be on hand to talk about this year's title and his book, "The Power and Weakness Within, The Art of Change and Self-Therapy." Thank you to Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and the Iota Nu chapter for your generous donations to HCPL.

Come out to celebrate Valentine's day by painting some owls! All experience levels are welcome! Each person painting a picture must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a fun time of low-impact indoor walking exercises followed by gentle stretching. A great way to start the week!

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

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

Celebrate Black History Month with stories, music, movement and fun!

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

Certified Yoga instructor Kate Wyer will help you to 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.

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

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

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

Join us for a discussion of "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas.

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

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell will guide you through this gentle approach to Yoga that is 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 us for an evening story time with music, movement, and fun!

Join fellow researchers and share techniques, tips, resources & family stories.

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell leads this 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 creative and enjoy stories and art-themed, hands-on projects. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

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!

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

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

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. 

Join us for a discussion of "The Unmaking of June Farrow" by Adrienne Young.

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

Looking to relax after a long day? Come out, kick your feet up and enjoy a movie with us!

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!

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.  

Yoga teacher Donna Hinder will be introducing yoga exercises through hands on fun. Wear comfortable, flexible clothing and socks. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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.

Teens of all abilities are invited to play games, make crafts, and hang out with friends! Supported by the Bel Air 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.

Share in the love of Japanese animation and comics! Enjoy anime watching, manga discussions, games, creating, and more!

Used books, music, movies, and more! All proceeds support library programs and services.

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

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

Bring your baby to play and socialize with others. Enjoy various play stations, music, and sensory activities. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

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

Join us for a variety of fun and educational activities. For more information, please contact the branch. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

Discover the world of art - and create some too! Great for homeschool families, but all are welcome. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

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.

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!

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine and walk away with a finished project. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Used books, music, movies, and more! All proceeds support library programs and services.

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!

Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet. Each child participating must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL

The staff of the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Mobile Van work to promote wellness by sharing information on health topics, and provide a range of preventative screenings accessible to the community.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited game of trivia! Please call McFaul Activity Center at 410-638-4040 for more details. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a discussion of "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon. Each person attending must register prior to the event.

Play this lively word game at the library!

Learn the basics of simple movie-making using the green screen and a short skit, just in time for the Film This! book trailer competition.

Make a difference in the Library. Have your voice be heard in a safe space! Bring friends and make new ones. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Join us for some crafting fun!

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please call 410-692-7850 to register.

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 the Whiteford Library to register at 410-638-3608.

Join us for a discussion of "Bright Young Women" by Jessica Knoll.

Explore the rustic and romantic "Cottage Core" aesthetic and gather ideas for making your wintertime extra cozy. Each person attending must register prior to the event. 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.

Used books, music, movies, and more! All proceeds support library programs and services.

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

Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet.

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

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

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

Learn how to make some quick and easy snacks for you and your friends. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Used books, music, movies, and more! All proceeds support library programs and services.

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

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

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

The 3 Ps-Pollination, Pollinators, and doing your Part. Join us for an informative discussion about Pollination and why it is important to all of us. Learn about who the pollinators are and how you can do your part by creating pollinator habitats and pathways.

Put your detective skills to the test and become a part of the classic mystery game, Clue! Uncover clues in the library by exploring “rooms” and accusing other players without showing them your hand. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL. Each person attending must register prior to the program.