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

Make something that benefits a local community service organization when you visit StreamWorks. In July, we will be making encouraging bookmarks for HCPS Students' first day of school. This program will run through July 12.

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

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

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell 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 program. Supported by the Joppa 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.

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 title is "The Wedding People" by Alison Espach.

Meet a friend from the farm, and enjoy hands-on learning opportunities with agriculture. Supported by the Aberdeen 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!

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

Join fellow researchers and share techniques, tips & resources. This month's topic will be FamilySearch.

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.

Meet Buttons the Shetland Pony 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, movement, and fun!

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

Each story time will bring a different color to life through vibrant stories, songs, and a craft. The series will conclude with a celebration of all the colors of the rainbow! Supported by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL.

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!

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

Learn all about agriculture from The Farmyard's farmers and meet more than five farm animals! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL. 

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

Meet Buttons the Shetland Pony 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. 

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

Join us for a discussion of "The Mostly True Story of Tanner and Louise" by Colleen Oakley.

Silly scientist Gregory May, a former Ringling Brothers performer and Port Discovery Children’s Museum educator, uses amazing tricks to explore the circus world. In this interactive performance, he explores the science that makes it all work. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL. 

Create your own spy gadgets and test out your spy skills to see if you have what it takes! Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided

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!

Silly scientist Gregory May, a former Ringling Brothers performer and Port Discovery Children’s Museum educator, uses amazing tricks to explore the circus world. In this interactive performance, he explores the science that makes it all work. Supported by the Abington 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. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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 "Three Days in June" by Anne Tyler.

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.

Silly scientist Gregory May, a former Ringling Brothers performer and Port Discovery Children’s Museum educator, uses amazing tricks to explore the circus world. In this interactive performance, he explores the science that makes it all work. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL. 

Learn all about agriculture from The Farmyard's farmers and meet more than five farm animals! Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL. 

Join us for a discussion of "Blue Sisters" by Coco Mellors.

Silly scientist Gregory May, a former Ringling Brothers performer and Port Discovery Children’s Museum educator, uses amazing tricks to explore the circus world. In this interactive performance, he explores the science that makes it all work. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL. 

Get creative and enjoy stories and art-themed, hands-on projects.Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Follow step-by-step instructions to create a summer painting to take home. All supplies will be provided. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL. Each child attending must register prior to the program. 

Get ready for a fun-filled, weekly art program where creativity knows no bounds! Check out the weekly craft 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 shows in popular culture.

Come to the library and unwind from school 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!

Celebrate Shark Week® by assembling and painting your very own cardboard shark! Each child making a shark must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Abingdon Grill, 418 Constant Friendship Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009. This month's title is "Diary of a Void" by Emi Yagi. Registration recommended but not required.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. Join us for a discussion of "Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife" by Anna Johnston.

Meet Buttons the Shetland Pony 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. 

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

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

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!

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

Silly scientist Gregory May, a former Ringling Brothers performer and Port Discovery Children’s Museum educator, uses amazing tricks to explore the circus world. In this interactive performance, he explores the science that makes it all work. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL. 

Meet Buttons the Shetland Pony 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. 

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 preventative screenings accessible to the community.

Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided, but bring your own graphic t-shirt if you want a personalized tote. Each person 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!

Silly scientist Gregory May, a former Ringling Brothers performer and Port Discovery Children’s Museum educator, uses amazing tricks to explore the circus world. In this interactive performance, he explores the science that makes it all work. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL. 

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

Play one of our games, or bring your own to share. All ages are welcome!

Complete a rotating project with a focus on STEAM technology or learning a skill. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Silly scientist Gregory May, a former Ringling Brothers performer and Port Discovery Children’s Museum educator, uses amazing tricks to explore the circus world. In this interactive performance, he explores the science that makes it all work. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL. 

Get creative by making a cardboard animal portrait with our branch mascot, Fable the Fox! Each child making a portrait must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston 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.

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

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

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

A certified Yoga instructor will guide you through this gentle approach to Yoga designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities.

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

Play Bingo for fun and prizes.

Celebrate the creativity of music by listening to stories and songs, exploring new instruments, and engineering your own! Each child participating must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Treat yourself by making body scrub and bath bombs to help freshen up your skin from the summer sun. Each person attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Fallston 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 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 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 "Listen for the Lie" by Amy Tintera.

Celebrate Harford County Public Library’s 80th Anniversary with a sweet scoop of something special! Broom’s Bloom Dairy, http://bbdairy.com/, has partnered with HCPL to create a delicious limited-edition ice cream flavor: Librarian Lemon Lavender – a refreshing treat made just for this milestone year. For every cup, pint, or quart sold, $1 will added to the cost and donated right back to the Library in support of programs and services that benefit our entire community. Thank you to Bloom’s Broom Dairy for your many years of friendship with HCPL and our community! Scoop it up while you can and help us celebrate 80 years.

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!

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

Enjoy a fun filled Austen afternoon in our "garden" with games, crafts, music and visiting. Regency attire is encouraged. 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.

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

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

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 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.

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

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.

The Maryland Food Bank's Mobile Market is visiting and they are inviting all to receive healthy foods and resources. Stop by for a full shopping experience (while supplies last).

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.

Come play Mexican Train Dominoes at the Abingdon Library! Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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

Meet Buttons the Shetland Pony 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 Aberdeen Friends of HCPL. 

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

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

Join award winning kids’ musician Mr. Jon for a fun program the whole family will enjoy. 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. 

Meet Buttons the Shetland Pony 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 Aberdeen Friends of HCPL. 

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

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

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided, but bring your own graphic t-shirt for a personalized tote. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Cool off and make new friends during outdoor water play! Weather permitting. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

Start researching your family history by learning how to use a pedigree chart, family group sheet, and the library versions of Ancestry.com and FamilySearch.com. Each person must register prior to the program.

Cool off and make new friends during outdoor water play! Weather permitting. Each child 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!

Test your knowledge of the beloved sitcom with other "Friends" ™ Fans.

In honor of HCPL’s 80th Anniversary, join us for a quarterly series of silent reading sessions at select Harford County establishments. Our first one is at Broom's Bloom Dairy, 1700 S. Fountain Green Road in Bel Air... http://www.bbdairy.com/. Enjoy a peaceful atmosphere where the only sounds are the turning of pages and the whispers of imagination. Bring your favorite book or discover a new one from HCPL's collection. Each attendee will receive a commemorative HCPL bookmark! Registration is recommended.

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. Please meet at Mariner Point Park’s Welcome Center, wear sturdy footwear and contact branch for inclement weather plans. 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.

Join award winning kids’ musician Mr. Jon for a fun program the whole family will enjoy. 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. 

Join us for a discussion of "Three Lives of Cate Kay" by Katie Fagan.

Join us for a discussion of "What You Are Looking For Is in the Library" by Aoyama Michiko.

Join award winning kids’ musician Mr. Jon for a fun program the whole family will enjoy. 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. 

Explore the colorful world of famous artists using your imagination. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Learn how to repurpose a book into a creative journal using a variety of art supplies, found items and imagination! Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Get ready for a fun-filled, weekly art program where creativity knows no bounds! Check out the weekly craft on our social media pages or see a sample in the branch. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

It's a party but with paint! This is your chance to be creative through color.

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

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

Join us for a discussion of "The Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali.

Learn about an art style and create a masterpiece to be displayed in the library, with help from local artist Heather Greene. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

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.

Meet Buttons the Shetland Pony 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. 

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

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

Explore science while painting with toy cars. Zoom, zoom, zoom through paint to make wheel tracks, investigate how wheels move, and be creative with color and texture.

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 the whole family will enjoy. 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. 

Go on an adventure to find mythical creatures from around the world! Join us for this outdoor scavenger hunt to find all the hidden creatures.

Meet Buttons the Shetland Pony 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. 

Squish, sculpt, and explore playdough while encouraging creativity and fine motor skills.

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

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided. Totes will be provided, or bring your own item to paint. *Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "The Woman in the Library" by Sulari Gentill. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.

Join award winning kids’ musician Mr. Jon for a fun program the whole family will enjoy. 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! Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL. 

Pop-in and test out different kinds of technology at the library!

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Harford Vineyard & Winery. 1311 Jarrettsville Rd., Forest Hill, MD 21050. This month's title is "Last Twilight in Paris" by Pam Jenoff.

Drop in and use our sewing machines to work on your small project or to finish a project you've already started. Bring your own materials.

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.

Make a craft with fellow craft lovers. All materials 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.

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 the whole family will enjoy. 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. 

A certified Yoga instructor will guide you through this 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.

Join award winning kids’ musician Mr. Jon for a fun program the whole family will enjoy. 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. 

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.

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 North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Celebrate Harford County Public Library’s 80th Anniversary with a sweet scoop of something special! Broom’s Bloom Dairy, http://bbdairy.com/, has partnered with HCPL to create a delicious limited-edition ice cream flavor: Librarian Lemon Lavender – a refreshing treat made just for this milestone year. For every cup, pint, or quart sold, $1 will added to the cost and donated right back to the Library in support of programs and services that benefit our entire community. Thank you to Bloom’s Broom Dairy for your many years of friendship with HCPL and our community! Scoop it up while you can and help us celebrate 80 years.

Pop up sale featuring a variety of 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 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 (410) 638-3003 to register

Join a chemist Dr. Rose Pesce-Rodriguez from the Army Research Laboratory and the American Chemical Society for hands-on experiments exploring the chemistry of glaciers. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Learn best practices for creating and sustaining a safe, welcoming, and eco-friendly backyard habitat for your feathered friends.

Meet author and educator Alison Humphreys and discuss her book, "50 Hikes with Kids: Virginia & Maryland, with Delaware, West Virginia and Washington DC." A homeschool parent and licensed psychotherapist, Alison emphasizes the importance of hands-on, child-led learning and unstructured time in nature and its benefits for mental health and education. Copies of her book will be available for purchase & signing after the event. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

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!

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

Create a finger painting masterpiece. All supplies will be provided. Please dress in clothing you won't mind getting messy. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

Create a finger painting masterpiece. All supplies will be provided. Please dress in clothing you won't mind getting messy. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL. 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.

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

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

Join us for a discussion of "Pathogenesis : A History of the World in Eight Plagues" by Jonathan Kennedy.

Meet Buttons the Shetland Pony 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.

Play a super-sized version of the Candyland® board game.

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

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

Each story time will bring a different color to life through vibrant stories, songs, and a craft. The series will conclude with a celebration of all the colors of the rainbow! Supported by the Abingdon 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!

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. Join us for a discussion of "Beautiful Ugly" by Alice Feeney. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.

Meet Buttons the Shetland Pony 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. 

Join the Master Gardeners & Grow Wild Harford as they introduce the Pollinator Gardens Trail with the goal of raising awareness about the importance of pollinators in our local habitat.

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

Take a break from the heat outside to create cozy yarn crafts inside. No yarn experience necessary! Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Explore new worlds and unleash your creativity as we dive into exciting tabletop role-playing games. Join us in July to prowl the stacks as magical felines in Library Cats™. No experience needed—just bring your imagination! Suppoted by the Bel Air Friends of the Library.

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!

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

Test your knowledge about the magical Boy Who Lived, his hidden world, and his loyal friends! Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a discussion of "The Quiet Librarian" by Allen Eskens.

Create fun summer sculptures with air-dry clay! 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.

Come to the library and unwind with some quality Nintendo Switch™ time!

Get ready for a fun-filled, weekly art program where creativity knows no bounds! Check out the weekly craft on our social media pages or see a sample in the branch. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Create your own unique work of art on nature’s canvas--rocks!  Each person attending must register prior to the program.  Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL. 

Learn to design a simple project using Tinkercad®, an online 3D design program. We will print your project on our branch 3D printer for pickup at a later time. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Any adult accompanying their child does not need to register.

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

Put your spelling talents to the test in this friendly competition. From kids just entering kindergarten all the way up to adults, this annual HCPL tradition at the Harford County Farm Fair is an event you won't want to miss! Literary Spelling Bee will take place at the 38th Annual Harford County Farm Fair, Main Pavilion, located at the Equestrian Center, 608 North Tollgate Road, Bel Air, MD 21014

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) 638-3003 to register

Meet Buttons the Shetland Pony 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 Norrisville Friends of HCPL. 

Join us for a discussion of "Killers of a Certain Age" by Deanna Raybourn.

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!

What can you create with yarn, glue, and watercolor paints? Find out in this fun process art program!

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.

Meet Buttons the Shetland Pony 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 Norrisville Friends of HCPL. 

Enjoy a reading and craft featuring local author and teacher, Stephanie Guzman, featuring her latest book "The Adventures of Oliver the Clownfish: A Bit of Grit." All books in the series will be available for purchase and signing after the event.

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

What can you create with a little construction paper, ribbon, magic markers, googly eyes, glue and a cardboard tube or two?

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! 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 program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Join fellow researchers and share techniques, tips & resources.

Join us for a discussion of "Be Ready When the Luck Happens" by Ina Garten.

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.

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!

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. After registering, please call 410-638-3151 to discuss any accommodation.

A certified Yoga instructor will guide you through this 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.

Each artist/group will be given an identical bag of materials to make a unique creation. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Squish, sculpt, and explore playdough while encouraging creativity and fine motor skills.

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

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

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

Wordsmith Poetry is a welcoming community for poets, storytellers, and writers to share their voices and connect through the power of words. Created by poet, writer and multimedia artist Crystal Charlotte Lynch this inclusive space offers open mics and creative gatherings for artists of all experience levels.

Celebrate Harford County Public Library’s 80th Anniversary with a sweet scoop of something special! Broom’s Bloom Dairy, http://bbdairy.com/, has partnered with HCPL to create a delicious limited-edition ice cream flavor: Librarian Lemon Lavender – a refreshing treat made just for this milestone year. For every cup, pint, or quart sold, $1 will added to the cost and donated right back to the Library in support of programs and services that benefit our entire community. Thank you to Bloom’s Broom Dairy for your many years of friendship with HCPL and our community! Scoop it up while you can and help us celebrate 80 years.

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

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

Transform your kitchen scraps into garden gold with the power of Vermicomposting! In this class, you'll learn why worms are nature's ultimate recyclers, how to create and maintain a thriving worm bin, troubleshoot common issues, and harvest rich, nutrient-packed compost for your plants. Each person attending must register prior to attending the event.

Customize a drawstring backpack! All supplies will be provided. Wear clothes that can get messy. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Stop in to see our 3D printer in action and take home a small 3D printed object while supplies last.

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

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

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

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell 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 program. Supported by the Joppa 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.

Join us for a discussion of "The Summer of Songbirds" by Kristy Woodson Harvey.

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

Sing, dance, and play along during this interactive music performance. Experience guitar, ukulele, and percussion as you explore many different styles of music! Supported by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL. 

Join us for stories, songs and a craft celebrating all the colors of the rainbow! Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Get messy while making masterpieces! Bring your imagination and clothes you don't mind getting splattered. Supported by the Aberdeen 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.

Discover fun, easy ways to adjust your thrifting finds to fit your own shape and style. Each person attending must register prior to the program. All supplies will be provided.

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.

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

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

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

Celebrate the colorful world of Pete the Cat® with stories, songs, and a craft! Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville 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!

Squish, sculpt, and explore playdough while encouraging creativity and fine motor skills. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

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!

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!

Combine technology and creativity using our Cricut to make and take a project! Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Create a disaster-piece using an assortment of crafting materials and art supplies. No artistic abilities required. This is fun art, not fine art. Each person 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.

Sing, dance, and play along during this interactive music performance. Experience guitar, ukulele, and percussion as you explore many different styles of music! Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL. 

Play Wii™ games: Bowling, Just Dance, and more! All Ages are welcome.

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. Weather permitting, be prepared to go outside for a portion of the program.

Get ready for a fun-filled, weekly art program where creativity knows no bounds! Check out the weekly craft on our social media pages or see a sample in the branch. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

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

Sing, dance, and play along during this interactive music performance. Experience guitar, ukulele, and percussion as you explore many different styles of music! Supported by the Darlington 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.

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

Use an assortment of provided craft materials to create a 3D sculpture.

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

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

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

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

Sing, dance, and play along during this interactive music performance. Experience guitar, ukulele, and percussion as you explore many different styles of music! Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL. 

Bring in puzzles you would like to trade-in for others! Swapping available Monday-Saturday, all month long, during branch hours.

Be on the lookout for pictures of candy hidden in the children's area of the library! This activity will run until August 31.

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.

During the month of August, visit the Jarrettsville Library and view the “Mini Art” submissions from community participants.  Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL. 

Search for famous paintings in the library and choose a prize when you have completed the quest! This activity will take place from August 1 - 16. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Put your sleuthing skills to the test by completing a scavenger hunt in our children's area to win a prize!

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.

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

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

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

A certified Yoga instructor will guide you through this gentle approach to Yoga designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities.

Create art from recycled materials at our June 27 program or at home over the summer. Bring it in on August 1 to showcase it at the branch!

Get your creative juices flowing and make your own work of art. A variety of craft materials will be available for you to create a masterpiece.

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

Celebrate Harford County Public Library’s 80th Anniversary with a sweet scoop of something special! Broom’s Bloom Dairy, http://bbdairy.com/, has partnered with HCPL to create a delicious limited-edition ice cream flavor: Librarian Lemon Lavender – a refreshing treat made just for this milestone year. For every cup, pint, or quart sold, $1 will added to the cost and donated right back to the Library in support of programs and services that benefit our entire community. Thank you to Bloom’s Broom Dairy for your many years of friendship with HCPL and our community! Scoop it up while you can and help us celebrate 80 years.

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

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

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

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.

Maryland’s SPCA will introduce us to the American Girl Doll of the Year who loves dogs, Summer McKinny. Learn about her journey, make a dog treat and read to a shelter pet. Bring your own American Girl Doll for the fun! Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

Sing, dance, and play along during this interactive music performance. Experience guitar, ukulele, and percussion as you explore many different styles of music! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL. 

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

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

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

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

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell 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 program. Supported by the Joppa 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.

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 title is "The Ride of Her Life: The True Story of a Woman, Her Horse, and Their Last-Chance Journey Across America" by Elizabeth Letts.

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.

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

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!

Come play Bridge, Euchre, Cribbage, or Spades at the Abingdon Library! Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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

Join fellow researchers and share techniques, tips & resources. This month's topic will be tax lists.

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.

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

Each story time will bring a different color to life through vibrant stories, songs, and a craft. The series will conclude with a celebration of all the colors of the rainbow! Supported by the Abingdon 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!

Join us for a discussion of "The Girl with the Louding Voice" by Abi Daré.

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

Colors of the Wild is a vibrant exploration of how animals use color to survive, communicate, and create. Through gentle live animal encounters, kids will discover nature’s artistry while learning how they can help wildlife. Young artists are invited to bring their own wildlife art to share as we celebrate the beauty of the natural world! Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Join us for some crafting fun! Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville 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!

Learn to design a simple project using Tinkercad®, an online 3D design program. We will print your project on our branch 3D printer for pickup at a later time. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Children grades 3-5 must be accompanied by an adult.

Monument Music (Marcia McHugh, flute and Dariusz Skoraczewski, Cello) present a varied program of music around the world. This will include works by Astor Piazzolla, Guillaume Connesson, Fryderyk Chopin, Antonio Vivaldi, and Yuko Uebayashi. A special thanks to the Baltimore Symphony Musicians Foundation for their support of this performance.