Join HCPL and spend intentional time in nature on a walk led by local non-profit Nature Worx. Participants will learn simple ways to reduce stress and improve their mood, connecting to nature using all of their senses. Please meet at Mariner Point Park’s Welcome Center, wear sturdy footwear and contact branch for inclement weather plans. Children over 6, accompanied by parent or guardian, are welcome. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

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

Join us for a discussion of "Homeseeking" by Karissa Chen.

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

Play a super-sized version of the Candyland® board game. Please call the Fallston branch at 410-638-3003 to register starting July 30. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

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

Learn about different printmaking methods, then visit multiple stations to try various techniques. 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.

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

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

Create your own unique masterpiece using air-dry clay in this 2-part class. Participants must register for and attend both sessions: Wednesday, August 6, 6pm-7pm and Wednesday, August 13, 6pm-7pm. All materials provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Norrisville Friends of HCPL.

Learn about an art style and create a masterpiece to be displayed in the library, with help from local artist Heather Greene. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa 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 Dictionary of Lost Words" by Pip Williams. Registration recommended but not required.

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. Join us for a discussion of your favorite reads.

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

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

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

Enjoy a variety of nature-based, hands-on experiences and activities.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Play one of our games, or bring your own to share. All ages are welcome!

Enjoy a discussion of the picture book How to Draw a Happy Cat by Ethan T. Berlin & Jimbo Matison and then get creative by drawing your own happy cat. Registrants will receive a copy of the book, while supplies last (one book per family). Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

Squish, sculpt, and explore playdough while encouraging creativity and fine motor skills. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Complete a rotating project with a focus on STEAM technology or learning a skill. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

Celebrate the end of summer in Shamrock Park with the Traveling Library, active games, messy art projects, a community art exhibit, and open mic on stage. Please contact Kim Truxel 410 638-3151 if you wish to share a talent on stage or participate in open mic. Supported by the Bel Air 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.

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

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 410-638-3151 to discuss any accommodation.

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

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

Use teamwork to meet a challenge or two while showing off your creativity as you build with LEGOs®!

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.

HCPL is Out and About at the Bel Air Farmers' Market - look for our Traveling Library van! We'll have books, games, toys, and much more that you can check out with an HCPL library card. Don't have a card? Don't worry, you can sign up for one at this event. We hope to see you there.

Celebrate Harford County Public Library’s 80th Anniversary with a sweet scoop of something special! Broom’s Bloom Dairy, http://bbdairy.com/, has partnered with HCPL to create a delicious limited-edition ice cream flavor: Librarian Lemon Lavender – a refreshing treat made just for this milestone year. For every cup, pint, or quart sold, $1 will added to the cost and donated right back to the Library in support of programs and services that benefit our entire community. Thank you to Bloom’s Broom Dairy for your many years of friendship with HCPL and our community! Scoop it up while you can and help us celebrate 80 years.

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.

Interested in classic and custom cars? Learn more about this fascinating hobby with an expert panel from the Custom and Classic Car Educational Foundation. Registration recommended

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please call (410) 638-3003 to register

From studying abroad to a 2-week getaway, learn tips and tricks to make your international travel a success.

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

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.

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell will help you to unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. Open to all, but most suited to those new to yoga or with physical restrictions. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

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

Come play a D&D® adventure built especially with kids in mind. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

Come play a D&D® adventure built especially with kids in mind. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL

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

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

Chihuly is Fun! Create your own "faux glass" sculpture inspired by the artist Dale Chihuly. *Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please call 410-273-5608 to register.

What's more awesome than getting new socks? Tie dyeing those new socks! Drop in to tie dye your own socks while supplies last. Feel free to bring your own socks to customize.

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

Join us for a discussion of "The Message" by Ta-Nehisi Coates.

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

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

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

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

Each story time will bring a different color to life through vibrant stories, songs, and a craft. The series will conclude with a celebration of all the colors of the rainbow! Supported by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL.

Get ready for stories, music, 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!

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

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

Squish, sculpt, and explore playdough while encouraging creativity and fine motor skills. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

Learn to design a simple project using Tinkercad®, an online 3D design program. We will print your project on our branch 3D printer for pickup at a later time.

Join us for a discussion of "Just for the Summer" by Abby Jimenez.

Join us for a discussion of "The Spectacular" by Fiona Davis.

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

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

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.

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 call (410) 638-3003 to register

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

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

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

Join us for fun around the parachute with songs, dance, and games.

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

Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet. Each child participating must register prior to the program.

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

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

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "The Wedding People" by Alison Espach. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Harford Vineyard & Winery. 1311 Jarrettsville Rd., Forest Hill, MD 21050. This month's title is "West with Giraffes" by Lynda Rutledge

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 410-638-3608 to register.

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.

Make a craft with fellow craft lovers. All materials provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. 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.

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

Get ready to have fun and make artistic (and messy!) creations using a variety of art supplies and techniques. Each child must register prior to the program.

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 Bingo for fun and prizes.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Certified Yoga instructor Stacie Foxwell will help you to unwind with a gentler-paced yoga including a combination of meditation and pranayama (breath work), along with seated and standing postures. A chair can be used to accommodate mobility needs. Open to all, but most suited to those new to yoga or with physical restrictions. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Joppa Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

Join us for a discussion of "The Stolen Queen" by Fiona Davis.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Add your personal touch to our windows or chalk our walks as we celebrate summer.

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

Enjoy fun stories, yoga, dance, movement, and music! Bring a mat or towel. Adults are welcome to join their children. Each person participating must register prior to the program.  

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Play Wii™ games: Bowling, Just Dance, and more! All Ages are welcome.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Celebrate summer by making some colorful crafts.

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

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

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

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

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

Hang out with Pokémon® fans for card trading and battles! Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

Join fellow researchers and share techniques, tips & resources.

Join us for a discussion of "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Each story time will bring a different color to life through vibrant stories, songs, and a craft. The series will conclude with a celebration of all the colors of the rainbow! Supported by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL.

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

Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided. Supported by the Aberdeen Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Learn to design a simple project using Tinkercad®, an online 3D design program. We will print your project on our branch 3D printer for pickup at a later time. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Children grades 3-5 must be accompanied by an adult.

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!

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

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

Bring your baby to play and socialize with others. Enjoy various play stations, music, and sensory activities. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL.

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

Join us for a variety of fun and educational activities. For more information, please contact the branch.

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

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

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

Discover the world of art and create some too! Great for homeschool families, but all are welcome. Each child attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited game of trivia! Please call McFaul Activity Center at 410-638-4040 for more details. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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

Play this lively word game at the library!

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

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

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

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

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

Join us for some crafting fun!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Learn why you should be composting and how to set up an easy system to restore your garden soil. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Come play a D&D adventure built especially with kids in mind. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Sean Bolan's Irish Pub, 12 S Main St, Bel Air, MD 21014. This month's title is "Long Island" by Colm Toibin.

Learn the ins and outs of bullet journaling. You'll get some background knowledge on the technique, plus time to get a journal started. Supplies will be provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program. Supported by the Fallston Friends of HCPL.  

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Get cozy with our doggie volunteers and read a good book during a one-on-one session with a well-trained therapy dog. Please call the Fallston branch at (410) 638-3003 to sign up.

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

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

In honor of HCPL’s 80th Anniversary, join us for a quarterly series of silent reading sessions at select Harford County establishments. Join us at Fiore Winery & Distillery, 3026 Whiteford Rd in Pylesville... https://www.fiorewinery.com/. Enjoy a peaceful atmosphere where the only sounds are the turning of pages and the whispers of imagination. Bring your favorite book or discover a new one from HCPL's collection. Each attendee will receive a commemorative HCPL bookmark! Registration is recommended.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The staff of the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Mobile Van work to promote wellness by sharing information on health topics, and provide a range preventative screenings accessible to the community.

Make a craft with other craft lovers. All supplies provided. Supported by the Bel Air Friends of HCPL.

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

Make a difference in the Library. Have your voice be heard in a safe space! Bring friends and make new ones. Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL.

Stop in for surprise hands-on STEM activities!

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

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

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

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

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

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

The staff of the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Mobile Van work to promote wellness by sharing information on health topics, and provide a range preventative screenings accessible to the community.

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

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

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

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

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

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