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January 30, 2025
Omega Psi Phi Book Dedication is this Saturday!
Saturday, February 1   11:00 am-12:30 pm
Havre de Grace Library | Adult
Join us for the Iota Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity’s annual book dedication to HCPL in honor of Black History Month. Esteemed author Dr. David S. Arnold will be on hand to talk about this year's title and his book, The Power and Weakness Within, The Art of Change and Self-Therapy. Thank you to Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and the Iota Nu Chapter for your generous donations to HCPL.
Omega Psi Phi Book Dedication
Programs for Children & Families
Echoes of Heritage Story Time: 
Celebrating Black Voices
Monday, February 3   10:15-10:45 am
Edgewood Library | Family
Celebrate Black History Month with stories, music, movement, and fun!
Echoes of Heritage Story Time
Romp and Run
Monday, February 10   1:00-2:00 pm
Bel Air Library | Babies-Toddlers
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.*
Register for Romp and Run
Messy Makers
Tuesday, February 11   10:15-11:00 am
Abingdon Library | Preschool-Grade 2 & Family
Get ready to have fun and make artistic (and messy) creations using a variety of art supplies and techniques.
Messy Makers
Programs for Teens
Teen After Hours: Stop Motion
Friday, January 31   5:00-7:00 pm
Darlington Library | Grade 6-12
Create your own stop motion film clip or use our green screen. Please call 410-638-3750 for a parent permission slip. Supported by the Darlington Friends of HCPL. Each person attending must register prior to the program.*
Register for Teen After Hours: Stop Motion
Teen Movie Time
Tuesday, February 4   3:00-4:30 pm
Edgewood Library | Grade 6-12
Looking to relax after a long day? Come out, kick your feet up and enjoy a movie with us!
Teen Movie Time
Make a Scene: Green Screen Filmmaking
Thursday, February 6   3:30-4:30 pm
Aberdeen Library | Grade 6-12
Learn the basics of simple movie-making using the green screen and a short skit, just in time for the Film This! book trailer competition.
Make a Scene: Green Screen Filmmaking
Programs for Adults
Bel Air Genealogy Discussion: Finding Treasures in Death Notices and Obituaries
Monday, February 3   6:30-7:30 pm
Bel Air Library | Adult
Join fellow researchers and share techniques, tips, resources, and family stories. In this presentation/discussion attendees will learn the differences between death notices and obituaries, where to find them, how they can inform your research, how to pitch the obituary writer, using AI to write one, and other related subjects. Participants should bring a favorite obituary to share or be prepared to share how a death notice or obituary furthered their research. Presented by Ken Jones.
Bel Air Genealogy Discussion
Harford Community Action Agency (HCAA)
Tuesday, February 4   10:00 am-noon
Aberdeen Library | Adult
Stop by and chat with an HCAA representative to learn more about their programs and services: Maryland Energy Assistance Program; Harford County Fuel Fund; Homeless Prevention; Homeless Services; Community Food Pantry/Food Bank; Financial Services Program; and GED Plus. Visit harfordcaa.org for more information.
Harford Community Action Agency (HCAA)
Jarrettsville Scrabblers
Thursday, February 6   1:00-3:30 pm
Jarrettsville Library | Adult
Play this lively word game at the library!
Jarrettsville Scrabblers
More than Books
Romance Author Fest
Wednesday, February 12   4:00-7:30 pm
Abingdon Library  |  Adult
 
Meet Maryland-based Romance Authors  |  4:00-6:00 pm
If you love a good romance, and you know you do, be sure to join us on Wednesday, February 12 as we celebrate the month of love! Spend the afternoon visiting with Maryland-based romance authors at their booth where you can purchase their books and have them autographed, too!
Check out our visiting authors: Cheryl Barton • Christina Elle • Nonna Henry
J. L. Lora • C.B. Noy • Kara Pleasants • Rebecca Rivard • Mona Shroff • Denise Stout
Jennifer Vido • Kristie Wolf • Diane Wylie • Nancy Yeager
 
Meet the Romance Authors Panel Discussion  |  6:30-7:30 pm
Hosted by award-winning local romance author, Jennifer Vido, our Meet the Romance Authors Panel Discussion is not to be missed! Maryland-based romance authors Christina Elle, Mona Shroff, and Kristie Wolf will join Ms. Vido in a lively conversation on what it means to be a romance author, where their inspiration comes from, what their writing process is, what is on the horizon for each of them, and much more. Registration recommended.
Romance Author Fest
*All HCPL programs and events are subject to change. Where noted, each person attending must register prior to the event. Please check your branch Facebook page or call for the most up-to-date information.
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