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

Learn about the ancient craft of Japanese temari (embroidered thread balls). Fiber Artist Jen Weber will share information about the history and development of this unusual art, right up to its present-day prevalence both in Japan and around the world. The secrets of what is actually inside these lovely creations will be revealed, as well as what they are used for and how they are made. Temari offer fiber artists a great avenue to explore bold color theory. You'll learn about some of the different geometries and patterns that are unique to this craft. There will be plenty of time for questions, so bring your curiosity and get ready to fall in love with the amazing art of Japanese temari! Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

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

Can you find all of Santa's reindeer in the Children's Area of the Library? This activity will run during library hours through December 31.

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.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at McFaul Activity Center. This month we will be sharing our favorite reads from 2025!

Celebrate the holiday season with crafts and refreshments. Supported by the Darlington 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. 

Celebrate the holiday season with crafts and a special performance by Youth's Benefit Elementary School. 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 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!

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.

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 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 "The Briar Club" by Kate Quinn.

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

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

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

Celebrate the holiday season with crafts, refreshments, and a special performance by the Norrisville Elementary School Chorus. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Celebrate the holiday season with crafts and a special performance by Youth's Benefit Elementary School. 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 to register at 410-638-3608.

Create festive holiday ornaments from pinecones, acorns, and other natural finds. All supplies provided!

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

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

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.

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.

Celebrate the sounds of the season with our local schools as they perform a musical concert, starring St. Joan of Arc School Choir and Band.

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

Celebrate the holiday season with crafts and a special performance by Red Pump Elementary School. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL

Learn hand sewing basics, including a few decorative embroidery stitches, as you create a special holiday ornament. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Learn the basics of birdwatching in this beginner-friendly program. Participants will discover how to use binoculars, identify common local birds, and explore resources to continue birding at home and in the community. Presented by Linn Griffiths, Education Chair of the Harford Bird Club.

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.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet at the McFaul Activity Center for a spirited game of trivia! This month’s session celebrates the 80th anniversary of Harford County Public Library with special themed rounds on local history and nostalgic questions from decades past. Please call McFaul Activity Center at 410-638-4040 for more details. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a discussion of "The Ride of Her Life: The True Story of a Woman, Her Horse, and Their Last-Chance Journey Across America" by Elizabeth Letts. Each person attending must register prior to the program. If more that 8 are interested in attending, this program will be held in the Deer Creek Conference Room at the Harford County Agricultural Center, located next door to the library.

Play this lively word game at the library!

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

Design a completely unique 3D printed trinket box. We will print your project on our branch 3D printer for pickup at a later time. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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.

Celebrate the holiday season with us! Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

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

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

Join us for some crafting fun!

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

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please call the Norrisville Library at 410-692-7850 to register.

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please contact the Whiteford Library to register at 410-638-3608.

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

Librarians will share a a variety of great books across all genres, plus, we'll share our favorite titles to give as gifts to readers of all ages this holiday season.

Count down to our first annual tree lighting at the Norrisville Library and Parks and Recreation building! Caroling, cocoa, and a holiday ornament craft are all part of this festive evening. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Share projects, practice public speaking skills, and celebrate learning with other homeschool students. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

Drop in to create holiday bookmarks! Perfect for stocking stuffer gifts or to keep for your own winter reading! All supplies provided. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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!

Do your holiday gift wrapping at the library! We will provide the space and wrapping supplies (while supplies last), bring a few gifts that need to be wrapped away from any prying eyes. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

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

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please contact the Fallston Library at 410-638-3003 to register.

Do your holiday gift wrapping at the library! We will provide the space and wrapping supplies (while supplies last), bring a few gifts that need to be wrapped away from any prying eyes. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

Drop in any time between 1:30-3:00 pm to make holiday gifts and ornaments for some of your favorite people. Put on the finishing touches with gift wrap, ribbons and bows. All supplies will be provided. Supported by the Friends of the Havre de Grace Library.

Get in the holiday spirit! Come watch a family friendly holiday film shown on the big screen. Snacks provided! 12/6 Elf; 12/13 The Santa Clause; 12/20 Polar Express; 12/27 Home Alone. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

Experience the town of Bel Air's Winter Wonderland activities and celebrate the holiday season with the library! We will have crafts, refreshments, and music, as well as special items to check out through our Traveling Library van. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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

Make something that benefits a local community service organization when you visit StreamWorks. In December, we will be making "snowman soup" for the Harford Center. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL. This program will run through December 14 during library hours.

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.

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

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.

Get in the holiday spirit by taking pictures with Santa!

There are elves loose in the library! Using LEGO® bricks, strategy, and creativity, construct a trap that could catch even the trickiest of elves!

Do your holiday gift wrapping at the library! We will provide the space and wrapping supplies (while supplies last), bring a few gifts that need to be wrapped away from any prying eyes. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell leads this flow practice that integrates breath and movement to create strength and flexibility. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

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

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!

Join us for a discussion of "Evvie Drake Starts Over" by Linda Holmes.

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

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

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

Learn how to design your own custom 3D printed cookie cutter! We will print your project for pickup at a later time. Makers of all skill levels are welcome. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.  

Learn to design a simple project using Tinkercad®, an online 3D design program. Bring a flash drive if you would like to save your design for printing at a later date. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Children grades 3-5 must be accompanied by an adult.

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

Discover the architecture of the Regency ballroom, from the buildings that hosted historical balls and assemblies to the settings that were transformed for some of our favorite Austen adaptations.

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Sean Bolan's Irish Pub, 12 S Main St, Bel Air, MD 21014. This month's title is "The Antidote" by Karen Russell. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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

Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts about all things gingerbread! Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

Get 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!

Stop by to enjoy crafts, puzzles, and games for all ability levels. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

Join us for a discussion of "Red Clay" by Charles B. Fancher.

Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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

Test your knowledge of all things FNAF with trivia and a craft.

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.

Celebrate the sounds of the season with our local schools as they perform a series of musical and choral concerts, starring North Harford High School (Dec 10), North Bend Elementary (Dec 16), North Harford Middle School (Dec 18), and Jarrettsville Elementary (Dec 19).

Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection.

Follow step-by-step instructions to create a cozy winter painting for you to take home! All experience levels are welcome! Each person who is painting a picture must register prior to the event. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL 

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Abingdon Grill, 418 Constant Friendship Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009. This month's title is "The Lantern of Lost Memories" by Sanaka Hiiragi. Registration recommended but not required.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Havre de Grace Activity Center. Join us for a discussion of "The Secret War of Julia Child" by Diana Chambers.

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.

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.

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

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!

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

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

Learn how to frost glass mason jars with Epson salt, take home, light candle, and read your Winter Reading books by the warm, cozy glow. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Jarrettsville Friends of HCPL.

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

Stop in for surprise hands-on STEM activities!

Play holiday-themed BINGO for fun and prizes! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Join fellow researchers and share techniques, tips & resources.

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 of preventative screenings accessible to the community.

Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet. Each child participating must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

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

This free* brief legal advice clinic, by appointment only, features counsel from the Harford County Bar Foundation (HCBF).

Play Mahjong in a relaxed environment. All levels and experience welcome. 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!

Have some coffee, tea, or hot cocoa, and hang out with your friends at the library! 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 bring your favorite reads of 2025 to share.

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!

"The Nutcracker" is a must-see this holiday season! Enjoy performances from the "Land of Sweets", presented by the Upper Falls Dance Academy.

In celebration of Jane Austen’s 250th birthday on December 16, join us for an afternoon of Jane-themed tabletop games, including board games, card games, and trivia! Featured titles include Marrying Mr. Darcy, The Jane Austen Board Game, and The Parlour Game. Each person attending must register prior to attending the program.

Celebrate their December birthdays with a fun round of 'Who Said It?' — can you guess whether each quote is from Jane Austen or Taylor Swift?

Get in the holiday spirit! Come watch a family friendly holiday film shown on the big screen. Snacks provided! 12/13 The Santa Clause; 12/20 Polar Express; 12/27 Home Alone. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

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

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

Stop by to enjoy crafts, puzzles, and games for all ability levels. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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

Search for polar animals in the library and choose a prize when you have completed the quest! This activity will take place from December 15 through 31. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

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.

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

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

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 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. 

Celebrate her 250th birthday with Jane Austen-themed BINGO for fun and prizes! Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

A discussion with no agenda, objectives, or themes, to help people make the most of their (finite) lives. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Sponsored by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL

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.

Celebrate their December birthdays with a fun round of 'Who Said It?' — can you guess whether each quote is from Jane Austen or Taylor Swift?

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

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!

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

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

Get creative with 3D printed art! Join us for a fun, hands-on session where teens can paint their own unique 3D printed ornaments. All materials provided—just bring your imagination!

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

Design it, press it, wear it! Make your own button using the library’s button maker—draw your own design or pick from a bunch of fun images! Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL. 

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

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please contact the Whiteford Library to register at 410-638-3608.

Celebrate the sounds of the season with our local schools as they perform a series of musical and choral concerts, starring North Harford High School (Dec 10), North Bend Elementary (Dec 16), North Harford Middle School (Dec 18), and Jarrettsville Elementary (Dec 19).

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

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.

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.

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!

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

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

Roll out of bed in your PJs and enjoy stories, music, movement, and fun!

Join us for some crafting fun!

Get in the holiday spirit! Come watch a family friendly holiday film shown on the big screen. Snacks provided! 12/27 Home Alone. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.