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

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

Is your little one riding a school bus for the first time? Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft about the school bus. Then, we will climb aboard a real HCPS bus and look around to be ready for the first day of school.

Bring your favorite stuffed animal or toy and paint their portrait! Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

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

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

Donate books, CDs, and DVDs for an upcoming book sale! All proceeds support library programs and services.

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 Stolen Queen" by Fiona Davis.

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

Do you have a box full of photos, negatives, slides, or letters hiding in your closet that you don't know what to do with? Megan Blood, owner of Heritage Photo Preservation will share how to care for, digitize, and preserve your special memories.

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

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.

Donate books, CDs, and DVDs for an upcoming book sale! All proceeds support library programs and services.

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.

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

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. Join us for a discussion of "We All Live Here" by Jojo Moyes. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.

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!

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.  

Explore new worlds and unleash your creativity as we dive into exciting tabletop role-playing games. Join us in August for a high-stakes caper in Honey Heist™. No experience needed—just bring your imagination! Supported by the Bel Air Friends of the Library.

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

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

Join us for a discussion of "Three Days in June" by Anne Tyler.

Donate books, CDs, and DVDs for an upcoming book sale! 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.

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

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

Donate books, CDs, and DVDs for an upcoming book sale! All proceeds support library programs and services.

Join us for a discussion of "Good Night, Irene" by Luis Alberto Urrea.

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

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

Celebrate summer by making some colorful crafts.

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

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

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided. *Each person 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!

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 "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore.

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.

Donate books, CDs, and DVDs for an upcoming book sale! All proceeds support library programs and services.

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

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

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

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

Donate books, CDs, and DVDs for an upcoming book sale! All proceeds support library programs and services.

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

Master Gardeners will introduce you to the pleasures of gardening in the fall. We'll discuss what crops do well in the autumn, when to plant seeds for a fall harvest, as well as tips for prepping your garden for the winter. Each person attending must register prior to the event.

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.

StoryWalk® at Eden Mill Nature Center features talking, singing, reading , writing, and playing. This nature activity is a combination of literacy and physical activity created to engage the community in reading children's books in unique environments. Sponsored by the North Harford Friends of Harford County Public Library. This activity runs from September through November.

Visit the branch and be inspired by our weekly self-care drop-in activities. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

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

Aaarrh! There's pirate treasure lurking about in the children's area of the library! Can you find it all? This activity will run through September 30.

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

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

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!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “Kin: Rooted in Hope”, by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford. Free copies of the 2025 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations this summer, while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library.

Participants prepare for kindergarten by learning letters, numbers, concepts, STEM, and by playing group games. 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.

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.

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

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program. This program is before opening hours; attendees may enter the building via the Meeting Room door.

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.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

This series will explore a single topic throughout the quarter, inviting you to engage with books, articles, movies, and other resources to fuel our discussion. We will meet each month, diving deeper into our subject with each discussion. This quarter, the topic is the connection between food and culture. Bring your own books, talk to a librarian for ideas, or register to be emailed a list of resources!

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.

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

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

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

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

Come and learn all about pro football. You will get an introduction to pro football, including its history, players, positions, scoring, and rules. Open to all!

Donate books, CDs, and DVDs for an upcoming book sale! All proceeds support library programs and services.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

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

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the event.

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 "Northwoods" by Amy Pease. Each person attending must register prior to the event. If more than 8 are interested in attending, this event will be held in the Deer Creek Conference Room at the Harford County Agricultural Center, located next door to the library.

Play this lively word game at the library!

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

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

Head back to school in style at our Lip Gloss Charm Workshop for Teens! Bring your own lip gloss and design a charm to match.

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).

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

Join us for some crafting fun!

Learn to solve the original and explore other types of puzzle cubes. Share strategies and algorithms with other fans of this nostalgic, but competitive, toy.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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.

Learn why you should be composting and how to set up an easy system to restore your garden soil. Each person 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.

Discover how Ulysses S. Grant’s experiences, from his formative days at West Point to the battlefields of the Mexican War and the Civil War, shaped his leadership style. Through fascinating stories and real-world examples, “General Grant” shares timeless lessons on leadership that apply both in the military and everyday life. Presented by Living Historian Kenneth Serfass as General Ulysses S. Grant. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Create non-toxic household cleaners using common products you likely have at home. All materials provided. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

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

Join us for a fun time of low-impact indoor walking exercises followed by gentle stretching. Each person attending must register prior to the program.  

Make something that benefits a local community service organization when you visit StreamWorks. In September, we will be making cheer bags for Harford Family House Shelter. This activity will be available through September 13, while supplies last. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

Come play a D&D adventure built especially with kids in mind. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston 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 us for an evening story time with music, movement, and fun!

Learn how to download books and magazines, stream movies and TV, and much more using your HCPL library card! Stop in and our librarians will be ready to assist you.

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.  

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

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

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

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

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

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

Join us for a discussion of "Ordinary Grace" by William Kent Krueger.

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.

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!

Enjoy crafting a small potted planter for display in your home or office. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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.

Explore and learn about Harford County Public Library's many resources and services available to homeschooling families!

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 "Long Island" by Colm Toibin.

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.  

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program. This program is before opening hours; attendees may enter the building via the Meeting Room door.

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. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

Join us for a discussion of "Dream Count" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.

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.

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

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 sign up.

Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection. Weather permitting, we will meet outside. Bring a camping chair if desired.

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Abingdon Grill, 418 Constant Friendship Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009. This month's title is "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng. Registration recommended but not required.

In honor of HCPL’s 80th Anniversary, join us for a quarterly series of silent reading sessions at select Harford County establishments. Join us at Fiore Winery & Distillery, 3026 Whiteford Rd in Pylesville... https://www.fiorewinery.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.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “Kin: Rooted in Hope”, by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford. Free copies of the 2025 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations this summer, while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

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

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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

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!

Play Nintendo Switch and board games or hang out at the artists' corner and paint a masterpiece. Supported by the Jarrettsville 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.  

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

Enjoy a delightful picture book, followed by engaging activities and creative crafts inspired by the story. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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.

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).

Play Mahjong in a relaxed environment. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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

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 Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “Kin: Rooted in Hope”, by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford at Slate Farm Brewery, 2128 Whiteford Rd., Whiteford, MD 21160. Free copies of the 2025 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations this summer, while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library.

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

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

Donate books, CDs, and DVDs for an upcoming book sale! All proceeds support library programs and services.

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

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. Please call the Fallston branch at (410) 638-3003 to sign up.

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

Join D.A. Jennings, an award-winning author of children’s books and a creative writing teacher at Harford Community College, as she presents a two-hour mini course on getting started or continuing your writing journey. Whether you want to write poetry, song lyrics, essays, short stories, or novels…this course could change your life. Unleash your imagination with this free course. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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

Join us for a fun time of low-impact indoor walking exercises followed by gentle stretching. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Certified Yoga Instructor Erin Leach will guide you through this gentle approach to Yoga designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities. Each person attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Calling all middle school homeschoolers! Want to catch up with friends and meet some new ones, too? Join us for a middle grade homeschool meetup. We will supply fun activities for relaxed social opportunities.

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.

Celebrate National Sewing Month by learning how to use needle and thread to sew basic stitches. Each person 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. 

Take a deep dive into searching for different kinds of sources and resources, learning the pros and cons of different search methods. Ideal for parents, high school students, and other researchers!

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.

Learn the basics of Mahjong in this two-part beginner workshop with Facilitator, Amy Wright. Hands-on instruction, fun gameplay, and all materials provided. Plan to attend both dates. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a discussion of "Crying in H Mart" by Michelle Zauner.

Presented by first-person reenactor and Lincoln assassination researcher Kate O’Connor, "A Long Look Backward" tells the story of Asia Booth, a woman so often torn between the expectations of sisterhood and society.

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

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

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

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

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

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

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

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!

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.

Learn how to safely preserve fresh fruit in sealed jars using traditional water bath canning. We’ll discuss the types of fruit home canners can safely can, the process and best practices, the equipment needed to get started, how to find trustworthy recipes, and more. Facilitated by Library Associate, Jill McCullough.

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.

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. Participants will need to establish a Google e-mail account, or create an account with Tinkercad prior to this class. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program. This program is before opening hours; attendees may enter the building via the Meeting Room door.

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

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

Increase pre-literacy skills and dexterity while having fun through creative play. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Edgewood Library's Story Time day is changing to Wednesdays! Join us for a fun time with books, music, games, and crafts as we celebrate our new Wednesday Story Times!

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

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 "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins.

Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “Kin: Rooted in Hope”, by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford. Free copies of the 2025 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations this summer, while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library.

In partnership with the Master Gardeners, come enjoy stories and explore the roles of bugs in our gardens through hands-on activities. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

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.

We supply the LEGO® bricks. You supply the imagination! Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “Kin: Rooted in Hope”, by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford. Free copies of the 2025 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations this summer, while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library.

Come out and paint a super cool sea serpent! All experience levels welcome. Each person painting a picture must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for an educational documentary viewing. Please call 410-612-1622 for more details.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

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

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the event.

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.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “Kin: Rooted in Hope”, by Carole Boston Weatherford with art by Jeffery Boston Weatherford. Free copies of the 2025 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations this summer, while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.

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.

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Harford Vineyard & Winery. 1311 Jarrettsville Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050 This month's title is "We Solve Murders" by Richard Osman.

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

Join us for a fun and friendly game of BINGO! Did we mention there is candy involved?!

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 Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Just because you are back in school doesn't mean the party stops! Come out and continue the party at the library and socialize with friends.

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.

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. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL. Each person 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.  

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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 Fallston Friends of HCPL. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Any adult accompanying their child does not need to register.

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided

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. Supported by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL. *Please call the library for a parent permission slip* Each person attending must register prior to the event.

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.

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

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

Join us for a fascinating look at the beginning of the American Revolution and the events that led up to it. Learn how tensions between the American colonies and British rule exploded into armed conflict on April 19, 1775, in the towns of Lexington and Concord. Discover the roles of local militia and minutemen, and how this clash helped spark the creation of the U.S. Army. Based on in-depth research by historian Glenn F. Williams, this talk brings to life a key moment in America’s fight for independence. Great for history lovers, students, educators, and anyone curious about how it all began!

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

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

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.

The Baltimore Paranormal Society will conduct a ghost hunt to see if paranormal activity lurks in the library, and you will join in on the investigation! Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

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.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

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.

Join our monthly book club centered around a different book from the popular Magic Tree House® series! There will be a discussion followed by a craft that ties into the book.

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. 

Learn the basics of Mahjong in this two-part beginner workshop with Facilitator, Amy Wright. Hands-on instruction, fun gameplay, and all materials provided. Plan to attend both dates. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston 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!

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.