Learn about the ancient craft of Japanese temari (embroidered thread balls). Fiber Artist Jen Weber will share information about the history and development of this unusual art, right up to its present-day prevalence both in Japan and around the world. The secrets of what is actually inside these lovely creations will be revealed, as well as what they are used for and how they are made. Temari offer fiber artists a great avenue to explore bold color theory. You'll learn about some of the different geometries and patterns that are unique to this craft. There will be plenty of time for questions, so bring your curiosity and get ready to fall in love with the amazing art of Japanese temari! Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.
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 December through February.
Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell will help you unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. Open to all, but most suited to those new to yoga or with physical restrictions. Each person attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at McFaul Activity Center. This month we will be sharing our favorite reads from 2025!
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.
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 Aberdeen Library at 410-273-5608 to register.
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.
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!
Celebrate the holiday season with crafts, refreshments, and a special performance by the Norrisville Elementary School Chorus. 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 contact the Whiteford Library to register at 410-638-3608.
Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each baby attending must register prior to the program. This program is before opening hours; attendees may enter the building via the Meeting Room door.
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.
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.
Make a craft with fellow craft lovers. All supplies provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.
Learn hand sewing basics, including a few decorative embroidery stitches, as you create a special holiday ornament. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.
Learn the basics of birdwatching in this beginner-friendly program. Participants will discover how to use binoculars, identify common local birds, and explore resources to continue birding at home and in the community. Presented by Linn Griffiths, Education Chair of the Harford Bird Club.
Participants at least 55 years of age meet at the McFaul Activity Center for a spirited game of trivia! This month’s session celebrates the 80th anniversary of Harford County Public Library with special themed rounds on local history and nostalgic questions from decades past.
Please call McFaul Activity Center at 410-638-4040 for more details. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.
Join us for a discussion of "The Ride of Her Life: The True Story of a Woman, Her Horse, and Their Last-Chance Journey Across America" by Elizabeth Letts. Each person attending must register prior to the program. If more that 8 are interested in attending, this program will be held in the Deer Creek Conference Room at the Harford County Agricultural Center, located next door to the library.
Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided. Each person attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.
Design a completely unique 3D printed trinket box. 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.
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).
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 call the Norrisville Library at 410-692-7850 to register.
Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please contact the Whiteford Library to register at 410-638-3608.
Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL. Each person attending must register prior to the program.
Librarians will share a a variety of great books across all genres, plus, we'll share our favorite titles to give as gifts to readers of all ages this holiday season.
Count down to our first annual tree lighting at the Norrisville Library and Parks and Recreation building! Caroling, cocoa, and a holiday ornament craft are all part of this festive evening. 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.
Participants at least 55 years of age meet at the Edgewood Activity Center for a spirited game of trivia! Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.
Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL. Each person attending must register prior to the program.
Share projects, practice public speaking skills, and celebrate learning with other homeschool students. Each child attending must register prior to the program.
Drop in to create holiday bookmarks! Perfect for stocking stuffer gifts or to keep for your own winter reading! All supplies provided. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.
Do your holiday gift wrapping at the library! We will provide the space and wrapping supplies (while supplies last), bring a few gifts that need to be wrapped away from any prying eyes. 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. 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 contact the Fallston Library at 410-638-3003 to register.
Do your holiday gift wrapping at the library! We will provide the space and wrapping supplies (while supplies last), bring a few gifts that need to be wrapped away from any prying eyes. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.
Drop in any time between 1:30-3:00 pm to make holiday gifts and ornaments for some of your favorite people. Put on the finishing touches with gift wrap, ribbons and bows. All supplies will be provided. Supported by the Friends of the Havre de Grace Library.
Get in the holiday spirit! Come watch a family friendly holiday film shown on the big screen. Snacks provided! 12/6 Elf; 12/13 The Santa Clause; 12/20 Polar Express; 12/27 Home Alone. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.
Experience the town of Bel Air's Winter Wonderland activities and celebrate the holiday season with the library! We will have crafts, refreshments, and music, as well as special items to check out through our Traveling Library van. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.
Make something that benefits a local community service organization when you visit StreamWorks. In December, we will be making "snowman soup" for the Harford Center. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL. This program will run through December 14 during library hours.
A multi-sensory story time for families of children of all abilities with engaging visuals, interactive stories, adaptive movement, and sensory activities.
Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell will help you unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. Open to all, but most suited to those new to yoga or with physical restrictions. Each person attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.
Whether you're already working on a writing project or want a space to explore new stories, join our group of budding writers to share your craft. Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptop or journal to write in. Each person attending must register prior to the program.
Do your holiday gift wrapping at the library! We will provide the space and wrapping supplies (while supplies last), bring a few gifts that need to be wrapped away from any prying eyes. Supported by the Bel Air 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.
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.
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 how to design your own custom 3D printed cookie cutter! We will print your project for pickup at a later time. Makers of all skill levels are welcome. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.
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. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Children grades 3-5 must be accompanied by an adult.
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.
Discover the architecture of the Regency ballroom, from the buildings that hosted historical balls and assemblies to the settings that were transformed for some of our favorite Austen adaptations.
Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Sean Bolan's Irish Pub, 12 S Main St, Bel Air, MD 21014. This month's title is "The Antidote" by Karen Russell. Each person attending must register prior to the program.
Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each baby attending must register prior to the program. This program is before opening hours; attendees may enter the building via the Meeting Room door.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 3 2025 at 9:00am
Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts about all things gingerbread! Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.
Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please contact the Fallston Library at 410-638-3003 to register.
Celebrate the sounds of the season with our local schools as they perform a series of musical and choral concerts, starring North Harford High School (Dec 10), North Bend Elementary (Dec 16), North Harford Middle School (Dec 18), and Jarrettsville Elementary (Dec 19).
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.
Follow step-by-step instructions to create a cozy winter painting for you to take home! All experience levels are welcome! Each person who is painting a picture must register prior to the event. 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 "The Lantern of Lost Memories" by Sanaka Hiiragi. Registration recommended but not required.
Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Havre de Grace Activity Center. Join us for a discussion of "The Secret War of Julia Child" by Diana Chambers.
The staff of the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Mobile Van work to promote wellness by sharing information on health topics, and provide a range of preventative screenings accessible to the community.
Bring your current project and spend time working with other fiber artists. Join us to get some tips, make new friends, and stitch however you like: knitting, embroidery, crocheting, sewing, or any other needlecraft!
Learn how to frost glass mason jars with Epson salt, take home, light candle, and read your Winter Reading books by the warm, cozy glow. Each person attending must register prior to the program. 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.
Registration opens Saturday, November 29 2025 at 10:00am
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.
The staff of the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Mobile Van work to promote wellness by sharing information on health topics, and provide a range of preventative screenings accessible to the community.
Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet. Each child participating must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.
Registration opens Friday, November 28 2025 at 9:00am
In celebration of Jane Austen’s 250th birthday on December 16, join us for an afternoon of Jane-themed tabletop games, including board games, card games, and trivia! Featured titles include Marrying Mr. Darcy, The Jane Austen Board Game, and The Parlour Game. Each person attending must register prior to attending the program.
Get in the holiday spirit! Come watch a family friendly holiday film shown on the big screen. Snacks provided! 12/13 The Santa Clause; 12/20 Polar Express; 12/27 Home Alone. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.
Search for polar animals in the library and choose a prize when you have completed the quest! This activity will take place from December 15 through 31. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.
Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell will help you unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. Open to all, but most suited to those new to yoga or with physical restrictions. Each person attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.
Registration opens Monday, December 1 2025 at 10:00am
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. Bring a mat or towel. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL
Registration opens Monday, December 1 2025 at 9:00am
Calling all high school homeschoolers! Want to catch up with friends and meet some new ones, too? Join us for a high school homeschool meetup. We will supply fun activities for relaxed social opportunities.
Registration opens Monday, December 1 2025 at 9:00am
Join our monthly book club centered around a different book from the popular Magic Tree House® series! There will be a discussion followed by a craft that ties into the book. Supported by the Fallston Friends of 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.
Registration opens Monday, December 1 2025 at 10:00am
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.
Registration opens Monday, December 1 2025 at 10:00am
A discussion with no agenda, objectives, or themes, to help people make the most of their (finite) lives. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Sponsored by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL
Registration opens Monday, December 1 2025 at 9:00am
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.
Registration opens Monday, December 1 2025 at 10:00am
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.
Get creative with 3D printed art! Join us for a fun, hands-on session where teens can paint their own unique 3D printed ornaments. All materials provided—just bring your imagination!
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!
Design it, press it, wear it! Make your own button using the library’s button maker—draw your own design or pick from a bunch of fun images! Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.
Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL. Each person attending must register prior to the program.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 2 2025 at 9:00am
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.
Celebrate the sounds of the season with our local schools as they perform a series of musical and choral concerts, starring North Harford High School (Dec 10), North Bend Elementary (Dec 16), North Harford Middle School (Dec 18), and Jarrettsville Elementary (Dec 19).
Cozy up with your little one for bounces, books, and music. Each baby attending must register prior to the program. This program is before opening hours; attendees may enter the building via the Meeting Room door.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 10 2025 at 9:00am
Cozy up in your favorite holiday pjs as we celebrate with festive tales, fun songs, and a holiday craft. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.
Join us for a variety of fun and educational activities. For more information, please contact the Bel Air Library at 410-638-3151. Each child attending must register prior to the program.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 3 2025 at 9:00am
Join us for a story time, crafts, and games celebrating one of Dr. Seuss' most beloved characters! Each child participating must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 3 2025 at 10:00am
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.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 3 2025 at 10:00am
Looking for a cozy, quiet spot to curl up with good book? Join us for teen quiet reading hour! Bring a book, a blanket or pillow, and settle in. Say a quick hello to fellow book lovers, swap a few recommendations, then relax and get lost in your story.
Celebrate the sounds of the season with our local schools as they perform a musical concert, starring the Patterson Mill Middle and High School Music Departments.
Participants at least 55 years of age meet at the Chenowith Activity Center for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "Heartwood" by Amity Gaige. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.
Breathe new life into your favorite clothes using the visible mending skills of darning and sashiko embroidery. Bring clothing or accessories you'd like to mend; all other supplies provided. Each participant must register prior to the program.
Registration opens Thursday, December 4 2025 at 9:00am
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.
Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please contact the Whiteford Library to register at 410-638-3608.
Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided. Each person attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.
Registration opens Thursday, December 4 2025 at 9:00am
Celebrate the sounds of the season with our local schools as they perform a series of musical and choral concerts, starring North Harford High School (Dec 10), North Bend Elementary (Dec 16), North Harford Middle School (Dec 18), and Jarrettsville Elementary (Dec 19).
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.
Registration opens Friday, December 5 2025 at 10:00am
Celebrate the world of Maisy® the mouse with stories, songs, and a craft! Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.
Registration opens Friday, December 5 2025 at 9:00am
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.
Registration opens Friday, December 5 2025 at 9:00am
Celebrate the sounds of the season with our local schools as they perform a series of musical and choral concerts, starring North Harford High School (Dec 10), North Bend Elementary (Dec 16), North Harford Middle School (Dec 18), and Jarrettsville Elementary (Dec 19).
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.
Registration opens Friday, December 5 2025 at 10:00am
Celebrate Winter Reading by completing our Havre de Grace challenge sheet to be entered into a special raffle! This activity will run through March 20. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.
Step into our cozy winter reading nook and experience the warmth of Norrisville’s past. Settle in by the glow of a cheerful digital fireplace and explore the rich history of Harford County’s “Long Corner.” Enjoy nostalgic photos of the Norrisville Branch and the surrounding community through the years. Take a moment to sign our guestbook and share your own cherished memories from decades gone by. Feeling curious? Test your knowledge with fun trivia about the Harford County Public Library's roots and branches. This activity will take place from December 20-31.
Celebrate winter by decorating a large popsicle stick to create a colorful community quilt. The squares will be assembled to form an 80, for HCPL's 80th Anniversary!
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.
Make the season merry and bright! Our customers have shared their favorite holiday recipes. Now it’s your turn to choose the ones you’d like to try and create your very own festive recipe flip book! Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.
Registration opens Saturday, December 6 2025 at 9:00am
Get in the holiday spirit! Come watch a family friendly holiday film shown on the big screen. Snacks provided! 12/20 Polar Express; 12/27 Home Alone. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.
Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell will help you unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. Open to all, but most suited to those new to yoga or with physical restrictions. Each person attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.
Registration opens Monday, December 8 2025 at 10:00am
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.
Registration opens Monday, December 8 2025 at 10:00am
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.
Registration opens Monday, December 8 2025 at 10:00am
Celebrate the release of the movie "Five Nights At Freddy's 2" by joining us for an afternoon of FNAF fun with games, trivia, prizes, and more! 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.
Get in the holiday spirit! Come watch a family friendly holiday film shown on the big screen. Snacks provided! 12/27 Home Alone. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.