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

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!

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

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

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

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

Explore, build, and invent with our foam dinosaur bones play sets.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Edgewood Activity Center. This month’s title is "Good Material" by Dolly Alderton. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.

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

Explore, build, and invent with our foam dinosaur bones play sets.

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!

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.

Want to feel more confident picking up a piece of choral sheet music and reading your part? Join Sandra Files, Artistic Director of the Bel Air Community Chorus for a hands-on workshop covering the basics of sight reading and music theory, including identifying notes and key signatures, decoding time signatures and rhythm and basic solfège sight singing. This program would be great for high school choir members as they return to school, church or community choir members, or anyone who wants to be more confident with singing. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Join us for a discussion of "59 Minutes" by Holly Seddon.

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.

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

Calling all brand new Kindergarteners! Join us to celebrate the leap into Kindergarten with stories and fun activities. Each child attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

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!

Calling all brand new Kindergarteners! Join us to celebrate the leap into Kindergarten with stories and fun activities. Each child attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Enjoy a variety of nature-based, hands-on experiences and activities. Each child attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL. Weather permitting, be prepared to go outside for a portion of the program.

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

Knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, and all other fiber craft enthusiasts are invited to meet up and relax with a current work in progress.

Join us for a discussion of "Family of Spies" by Christine Kuehn.

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!

Stomp, chomp, and ROAR along with your favorite dino songs.

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

Enjoy a family-friendly movie with your family and friends. For more details, call the Edgewood Branch at 410-612-1600.

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

Get your little ones moving with dinosaur yoga, dance, movement, and music! Bring a mat or towel. Adults are welcome to join their children. Each child attending must register prior to the event.  

Learn how important native Maryland plants are to the environment and experience them in person! Then design a flowerpot and plant your own native seeds to nurture and grow them at home. Each child attending must register prior to the event.

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

Join us for a discussion of "Life: A Love Story" by Elizabeth Berg.

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!

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

Did you know our Founding Fathers created the postal service in 1775? Explore the history of the Post Office including local Maryland contributions with Junemarie Brandt, U.S. Postal Service Senior Research Analyst for Postal History.

Combine coding, robotics, and Lego® to Unearth a Story! Funded by the National Defense Education Program.

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

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

Come beat the heat at the Library! On select Saturdays this summer, we're screening popular movies for older audiences. Movies shown may be rated PG-13. For more details, call the branch at 410-612-1600.

Do you love puzzles? Work together in a small group to complete a puzzle. The first group finished wins a small prize. Let the puzzling begin! Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

New to computers? Join us for a hands-on beginner introduction to Windows basics — from finding the on button to using a mouse, printing, and saving documents. No experience necessary! Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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. 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 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.

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 your photography to the next level in this one-hour introductory class on basic photo composition. Learn simple techniques to create more engaging and visually compelling images using the camera you already have – including your cellphone. Perfect for beginners and anyone who wants to capture better everyday photographs. Instructor: Ray Perez, Harford County Photography Group. This program made possible thanks to the Harford County Photography Group.

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.  

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

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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.

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

Donate books, CDs, and DVDs for an upcoming book sale! All proceeds support library programs and services. Donations will be accepted during branch hours from September 1- September 22.

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

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!

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!

Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations 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.

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!

Looking to meet other cozy gamers? Join us to play cozy Nintendo Switch™ games together in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Bring your own Switch or use the library’s console and enjoy gaming with others.

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.

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!

It's Library Card Sign-Up Month! Show your library card some love by decorating a toploader card protector. K-pop photocards and other collectible cards welcome! Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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.

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

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

Join us for a variety of fun and educational activities. For more information, please contact the Jarrettsville Library at 410-692-7887.

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!

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.

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

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 shows in popular culture.

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.

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.

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.

Wear your PJs and bring your bedtime buddy for stories, songs, rhymes and movement for the whole family.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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.

Join us for a discussion of "This Book Made Me Think of You" by Libby Page. Each person attending must register prior to the program. If more than 8 are registered, this program 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!

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

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!

Explore the basics of internet safety through games, scenarios, and show-and-tell.

Stop in for surprise hands-on STEM activities!

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.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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.  

Come in during library hours to create a friendship bracelet! Supported by the North Harford 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!

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

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

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

Play Mahjong in a relaxed environment. All levels and experience welcome. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Sponsored by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Drop in during library hours to make a bee craft in honor of National Honey Month. All materials will be provided while supplies last. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle, plus swap board games too.

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

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

Come dance and sing along to your favorite retro tunes!

Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations 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.

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.

Celebrate Pokémon® with games, crafts, trivia, and more! Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Learn how to crochet the timeless and versatile granny square! Basic understanding of crochet skills encouraged. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Humans have been keeping bees for thousands of years — and you can too! Experienced beekeeper Craig McCullough covers the basics of backyard beekeeping, including equipment, best practices, honeybee anatomy, and honey extraction. Enjoy a hands-on Langstroth hive demonstration, an observation hive with live bees, and a Q&A session. Weather permitting, the program will be held outside at the pavilion.

Spend the afternoon watching a movie shown on the big screen. Snacks provided! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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

Make something that benefits a local community service organization when you visit StreamWorks. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL. This program will run during library hours through September 12.

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

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!

Participants prepare for kindergarten by learning letters, numbers, concepts, STEM, and by playing group games. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Join us for a discussion of "Theo of Golden" by Allen Levi.

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 "Culpability" by Bruce Holsinger. Each person 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!

Come in and craft a Fall-themed Perler bead design. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Join the Guild! A space for kids to learn valuable life skills in a fun and relaxed environment. Master the skill to earn a merit badge! Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Challenge your creativity and build something in Tinkercad®, an online 3D design program. There is no set project for the class, but you will be provided with ideas and objects to tinker with. 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.

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 "Culpability" by Bruce Holsinger. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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.

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

Get creative and enjoy stories and art-themed, hands-on projects. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

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

Calling all middle & high school homeschoolers! Catch up with friends and meet some new ones. We supply activities for some relaxed fun and social opportunities. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

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.

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Abingdon Grill, 418 Constant Friendship Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009. This month's title is "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations 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. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

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

Participants at least 55 years of age meet at the Edgewood Activity Center for a fun and engaging discussion group for film lovers! Participants will watch the selected movie prior to the meeting, then gather to share thoughts. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 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 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.

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

Learn how to reduce your risk of falls and stay safe at home with a fall prevention education class led by a Shock Trauma expert from the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. Join us for this informative program focused on healthy aging and injury prevention.

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

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

Join us for some crafting fun!

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog.

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 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 at 410-638-3608 to register.

Stop the Bleed Training teaches three quick techniques to help in a medical emergency before professional help arrives. Free Personal STOP THE BLEED® kits provided at the end of class for participants age 18 and over. Presented by staff from UM R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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.

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

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

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

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 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).

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

Celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, by learning about this special holiday and making a fun craft! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

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, craft, do challenges, and have fun while the library is closed. Please call the library at 410-612-1660 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 "Yesteryear" by Caro Claire Burke.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Donate books, CDs, and DVDs for an upcoming book sale! 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 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 contact the Fallston Library at 410-638-3003 to register.

Join D.A. Jennings, an award-winning author of children’s books and a creative writing instructor 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.

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

Teens will work in small groups to build and program an autonomous robot using sensors. They will test and refine their programs to solve competition tasks. *Please call the branch at 410-638-3750 for a parent permission slip. This program is funded by the National Defense Education Program and is supported by the Darlington Friends of HCPL.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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

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

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

Create a fingerpainting masterpiece. Children will enjoy a story and decorate a canvas featuring the first letter of their name. Please dress in clothing you won't mind getting messy. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

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

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.

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

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

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.

Come meet up in a relaxed environment and explore ways to encourage your child's motor and social skills.

Create a fingerpainting masterpiece. Children will enjoy a story and decorate a canvas featuring the first letter of their name. Please dress in clothing you won't mind getting messy. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Havre de Grace 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!

It's a quest for adventure, treasure, magic, and mayhem! All skill levels welcome. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

From timeless classics to recent favorites, each screening offers a chance to unwind, connect with others, and experience the magic of movies in a welcoming, cozy setting. For more details, call the branch at 410-612-1600.

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.  

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

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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

International Dot Day is a global celebration of creativity, courage, and collaboration inspired by Peter H. Reynold's book, The Dot. Drop in for dot-related crafts and activities.

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

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!

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

Get creative! Enjoy stories, art-themed, and 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

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!

Looking to meet other cozy gamers? Join us to play cozy Nintendo Switch™ games together in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Bring your own Switch or use the library’s console and enjoy gaming with others.

A quiet time for relaxing, reading, and reflecting around the fireplace on Darlington's patio. Each person attending must register prior to the event.

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.

Ready to be in the room where it happens? Test your knowledge of history and Hamilton with themed Jeopardy!®, Guess Who?®, and Clue®. It’s time to take your shot and see if you can outwit the competition! Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

In this presentation for total beginners, we’ll cover using the keyboard and mouse, the taskbar, and the desktop. Participants are encouraged to ask questions as we go!

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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.

Join us for a variety of fun and educational activities. For more information, please contact the Whiteford Library at 410-638-3608. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Calling all middle & high school homeschoolers! Catch up with friends and meet some new ones. We supply activities for some relaxed fun and social opportunities.

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

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

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.

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.

Learn how to protect yourself from scams. Program presented by the Harford County Sheriff's Office and the Harford County Office on Aging.

Join us for a discussion of "The Oracle's Daughter" by Harrison Hill.

Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations 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.

Join us for a variety of fun and educational activities. For more information, please contact the Bel Air Branch at 410-638-3151. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations 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. 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 Whiteford Library to register at 410-638-3608.

Bring a blanket and snack for a fun, family-friendly film. All movies shown are rated PG or G. For more details, call the Edgewood Branch at 410-612-1600.

Join us for a discussion of "A Walk in the Park: the True Story of a Spectacular Misadventure in the Grand Canyon" by Kevin Fedarko.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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.

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

Take advantage of a quiet space to focus on your own writing alongside other writers. A small amount of time each session will be dedicated to a writing prompt. 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.

Local historian Lou Giles presents the life of Francis Scott Key, from family history and early years to the writing of "The Star-Spangled Banner."

Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations 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.

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.

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! 1311 Jarrettsville Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050. Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations 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.

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

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.

Stop in for surprise hands-on STEM activities!

Discover the origins of Smith Island Cake, crab soup, and Maryland fried chicken, and learn the cultural and historical importance of your favorite Maryland recipes. Presented by a guest speaker from the State Library Resource Center.

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

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.

Take your photography to the next level in this one-hour introductory class on basic photo composition. Learn simple techniques to create more engaging and visually compelling images using the camera you already have – including your cellphone. Perfect for beginners and anyone who wants to capture better everyday photographs. Instructor: Ray Perez This program made possible thanks to the Harford County Photography Group.

Refresh your professional image with a complimentary headshot session! Whether you’re a recent grad entering the job market or simply looking to update your résumé, LinkedIn profile, or business website, a professional photographer will capture a high-quality headshot to help you make a great first impression. Registration is required, and each participant will receive a digital copy of their photo emailed after the session. Photographer: Al General, Harford County Photography Group Please come dressed and ready to go. No outfit changes or makeup application allowed during the session. This program made possible thanks to the Harford County Photography Group.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

It's a quest for adventure, treasure, magic, and mayhem! All skill levels welcome. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Become a cartographer and design a map of your fantasy world! Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Unwind with board games and friends. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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

Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle, plus swap board games too.

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

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

Join Tyme Anusonti-Inthra, Harford Bird Club member and trip leader, to learn simple ways to care for and maintain native bird boxes for successful nesting next Spring. Attendees can win one of five bluebird nest boxes to take home. Each person must register prior to the program.

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

Let’s make things together! Participate in a cool STEAM activity. Learn about science, music, math and art concepts through hands-on activities.

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

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

Join us to watch and discuss the documentary "The Automat". Films are curated and moderated by local film buff Jan Hirschfeld.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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

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

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!

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.

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.

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

Start your Engines! Learn coding and have some fun racing on our mini speedway. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Get ready for spooky season with a variety of spooktacular crafts. Bring your creativity and get ready for some not-so-scary fun!. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

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

Come play a D&D® adventure built especially with kids in mind. 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. Supported by the Fallston Friends of Harford County

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell will guide you through this gentle approach to Yoga that is designed for all ages, body types, and physical abilities. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL. 

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

Compete with (or against!) your friends in a night of trivia! Test your knowledge in a variety of subjects including history, music, video games, and more!

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

Celebrate your senior year with free professional-style senior portraits at the library! Teens can stop by for a mini photo session and receive digital photos perfect for yearbooks, graduation announcements, social media, and keepsakes. Bring your favorite outfit and props to make your photos uniquely you. Each teen attending should register prior to the program due to limited number of time slots.

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 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.  

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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

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!

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!

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

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

Participants at least 55 years of age meet at the Edgewood Activity Center for a spirited book discussion. Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations 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 Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.

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. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

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

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.

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.

Join us for a discussion of "The Guilt Pill" by Saumya Dave.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Celebrate Hobbit Day by creating your very own mini hobbit door! Decorate a whimsical mini door and craft a magical keepsake worthy of the Shire.

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

It's tea time! Enjoy a lovely evening celebrating American Girl® Dolls with tea, snacks, party games, and crafts! Each child attending must register prior to attending the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Explore the architecture of Harford County's historic schoolhouses with Jacob Bensen, a historic preservation planner and member of the Harford County Historic Preservation Commission.

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

Come see the Harford County Photography Group's 2025 Annual Contest Winners at your local branch. Through the Lens explores three themes: “Motion,” “Long Exposure and Bright Lights” and “Tell Me a Story.”

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

Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations 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.

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

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

Enjoy some fun hands-on science experiments and STEM activities! Presented in partnership with University of Maryland Extension Harford County 4-H's educator, Marylisa Schaedel. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

High schoolers and emerging adults (ages 19-25), come learn healthy self-care techniques for reducing school or work stress.

Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided. 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 contact the Whiteford Library at 410-638-3608 to register.

Join fellow researchers and share techniques, tips & resources.

Join us for a discussion of "Buckeye" by Patrick Ryan.