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!

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.

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 our favorite reads from 2025.

Join us for a discussion of your favorite reads of 2025.

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.

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. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

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

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

Join us for a discussion of "Broken Country" by Clare Leslie Hall.

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.

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.

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.

Create a fun holiday craft. This activity will run through December 20.

Join us for a discussion of "Heartwood" by Amity Gaige.

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.

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. 

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 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.

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.

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

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.

Join us for a discussion of our favorite reads of 2025.

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

Celebrate 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.  

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

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.

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

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

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).

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

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.

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.

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

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!

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.

Performance with songs highlighting Christmas and Kwanzaa. 

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.

Learn about the holiday of Hanukkah through stories and a craft. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

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

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.

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.

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.

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 our favorite reads from 2025.

Create a portrait of your favorite holiday friend using recycled egg cartons.

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.

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

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

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

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided. Supported by the Darlington Friends of HCPL.

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

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.

Teens and adults, pick up your tiny art kit starting January 2nd (while supplies last). Return your masterpiece by January 31. Mini Art submissions will be on display during the month of February in the Norrisville Library. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

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.

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

Follow step-by-step instructions to create a painting to take home. 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 much register prior to the program.

Imagine your future by collaging your own zine with images of your favorite places and people! Supplies will be provided by the library, but teens are welcome to bring their own pictures too.

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.

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

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

A multi-sensory story time for families of children of all abilities with engaging visuals, interactive stories, adaptive movement, and sensory activities. Each child attending must register prior to the program. After registering, please call 410-638-3990 to discuss any accommodation.

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

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

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

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!

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!

Count down to the New Year with us...at noon! Stop by to celebrate and have fun. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Count down to the New Year with us...at noon! Stop by to celebrate and have fun. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Count down to the New Year with us...at noon! Stop by to celebrate and have fun.

Count down to the New Year with us...at noon! Stop by to celebrate and have fun. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Count down to the New Year with us...at noon! Stop by to celebrate and have fun. Supported by the Friends of the Havre de Grace Library.

Count down to the New Year with us...at noon! Stop by to celebrate and have fun.

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

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

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

Teens and Adults, pick up your Mini Art Kit starting January 2nd. (While supplies last.) Create your "80 Winters of Wonder" themed masterpiece and return by January 31st. Artwork will be on display in February when you can vote for your favorite! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Bring in puzzles you would like to trade in for others! Swapping is available Mon-Sat, all month long.

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 January 2-31.

Find Winnie-the-Pooh and all of his friends hidden in the Children's Area of the library! This activity will run during library hours through January 31.

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

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

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

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

Play Mahjong in a relaxed environment. All levels and experience welcome. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided

Start the New Year by crafting with us at the library! All supplies will be provided. Supported by the Darlington Friends of HCPL. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Play Bingo for fun and prizes. 

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

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

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.

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

Teens and adults, pick up your tiny art kit starting January 2nd (while supplies last). Return your masterpiece by January 31. Mini Art submissions will be on display during the month of February in the Norrisville Library. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

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

Stop in to see our 3D printer in action and take home a small 3D printed object while supplies last. This program will run during library hours through January 10.

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

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

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.

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.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at McFaul Activity Center. This month's title is "You Never Know: A Memoir" Tom Selleck with Ellis Henican.

Explore ways to encourage your child's social and motor skills in a relaxed environment. 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.

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.

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

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

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.

Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided. Supported by the Aberdeen 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 creative and enjoy stories and art-themed, hands-on projects. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

Join us for a discussion of our favorite reads of 2025.

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!

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

Story Explorers, unite in this book club for kids!

Paint your very own masterpiece with others. All supplies provided. Each person attending 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. Please contact the Whiteford Library to register at 410-638-3608.

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

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.

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

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

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

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!

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. We will meet each month, diving deeper into our subject with each discussion. This quarter, the topic is Harford County Through the Decades. 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 shows in popular culture. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

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

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 contact the Fallston Library at 410-638-3003 to register.

Harford County Public Library’s 2026 Game Changers Business Speakers Series, featuring Dr. Anirban Basu, chairman & CEO of the Sage Policy Group, Inc. will take place at 8 AM on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at the Abingdon Library. Dr. Basu will discuss 2026’s key economic trends, including interest rates, global and regional shifts, labor and wage dynamics, business confidence, demographic changes, and a forecast tailored to local stakeholders. Individual tickets are $60.

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 Boys: a memoir of Hollywood and family" by Ron Howard.

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 program.

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. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL. Each person 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 of preventative screenings accessible to the community.

Celebrate Our Best Reads of 2025! Bring the title of a favorite read, or two, to share with other attendees. Or simply come to hear titles recommended by others. 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.

Play this lively word game at the library!

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!

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. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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.

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.

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

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.

Start 2026 in a positive and fun way by creating a vision board, a tool created with images or words on a poster board that helps you visualize your intentions, goals, and dreams. All supplies will be provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Explore the beauty and splendor of the Caribbean with photographer and travel enthusiast John Butler. Snow Date : January 15, 6:30-7:30 pm.

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.  

Start your Friday with a cozy morning at Vagabond—bring your favorite book and enjoy quiet time reading alongside fellow book lovers. No assigned titles, no pressure—just a welcoming space to unwind and read together.

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.

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.

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!

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).

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

Participants engage in team-building challenges that build social skills, boost collaboration, and enhance problem-solving abilities through fun, cooperative activities.

Have some coffee, tea, or hot cocoa, and hang out with your friends at the library! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL

Listen to jazz playlists, have some matcha or hot cocoa, and hang out with your friends at the library! Supported by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL.

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Slate Farm Brewery, 2128 Whiteford Rd., Whiteford, MD 21160. This month's title is "Everyone is Lying to You" by Jo Piazza.

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

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!

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

Start your adventures in babysitting! Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL. Each teen attending must register prior to the program.

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 and to register. This program is funded by the National Defense Education Program and is supported by the Darlington Friends of HCPL.

Teens and adults, pick up your tiny art kit starting January 2nd (while supplies last). Return your masterpiece by January 31. Mini Art submissions will be on display during the month of February in the Norrisville Library. Supported by the Norrisville 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 for a fun time of low-impact indoor walking exercises followed by gentle stretching.

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!

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.

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 fellow craft lovers. All supplies provided. Each person attending must register prior to the event. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

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

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.

Using a recycled jar, create a wintry snow globe scene. 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. 

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

Join us for a discussion of "Everything is Tuberculosis" by John Green.

Discover the world of Artificial Intelligence and learn how it can be used in your daily life.

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.

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

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!

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

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

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

Winter is a "wonder"ful time to plan for the upcoming garden season and wonder which practices, current and of long ago, can enhance your garden's efficiency and productivity. Join us for answers to these "wonders". Each person attending must register prior to the event. Snow date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

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

Learn about science, music, math, and art concepts through hands-on activities and fun demonstrations! Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Join us for a discussion of "The Seven O'Clock Club" by Amelia Ireland.

Geared toward beginners, this workshop will teach you how to find the graves of your ancestors, create virtual memorials, and browse cemeteries using Find a Grave®. The first half of the program will be a presentation, and the second half will allow time for individual research and one-on-one instruction. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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.

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

Play some retro video games from decades passed. Experience the early gameplay with your friends!

Feeling nostalgic for the 80s, 90s or early 00s? Join us for retro crafts. 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!

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

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.

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.

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!

Come learn to play Dungeons & Dragons®, 5th Edition. These sessions are ideal for new players, but all players are welcome to join. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Sean Bolan's Irish Pub, 12 S Main St, Bel Air, MD 21014. This month, join us for a discussion of our favorite reads from 2025. 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.  

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.

Teens and Adults, pick up your Mini Art Kit starting January 2nd. (While supplies last.) Create your "80 Winters of Wonder" themed masterpiece and return by January 31st. Artwork will be on display in February when you can vote for your favorite! Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts about snowmen! Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Jarrettsville 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 for a Discussion of "Harlem Rhapsody" by Victoria Christopher Murray.

Who said learning can't be sweet? Conduct fun science experiments with your favorite candies. Lessons include Skittles chromatography, great growing Gummy Bears, and Mentos volcanos! 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.

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!

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

Juliet Farace, proprietress of the Sonshine Inn located in Whiteford MD, will share the history of this establishment. The inn dates back to the 1700s and because the walls can't talk, Ms. Juliet will share their stories.

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.

The cold doesn't bother us! Come out and enjoy stories, games, and crafts that celebrate our favorite princess sisters! Each child participating must register prior to the event. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

A reading and discussion series for veterans of all services, all eras. Five books are discussed over the course of five sessions, one each month. Moderator Dr. Karen Arnold will take you and your compatriots through books that explore a variety of topics. Learn about the experiences of other military personnel and share your own with those most likely to understand. Registration is required and attendees should plan to attend all sessions. When you register, please come into the Bel Air Library to pick up the first book. All books and readings will be provided.

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Abingdon Grill, 418 Constant Friendship Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009. This month's discussion is on Best Reads of 2025. Registration is recommended, but not required.

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. Each child attending must register prior to the event.

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 at the Chenowith Activity Center for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "Here One Moment" by Liane Moriarty. 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! 1311 Jarrettsville Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050. This month's title is "Murder Your Employer: The McMaster's Guide to Homicide" by Rupert Holmes.

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

Create a mini mindfulness garden, based on the Zen tradition, to relax the mind and chase away the winter doldrums. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

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

Stop in for surprise hands-on STEM activities!

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Get ready to spark some excitement on this early dismissal day! Students will dive into the electrifying world of energy and electricity as they snap their way to building real working circuits. They'll light things up and even roll out their very own RC car powered by their creations. Each teen attending must register prior to the program. Funded by the National Defense Education Program.

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

Have fun during an hour of free creativity with a variety of paints. What will you create? Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

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

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.  

Play Winter themed BINGO for fun and prizes! Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.