Elkridge Branch, 6540 Washington Blvd., Elkridge. 410-313-5077.

*Elks Excellent Reads -- Second Tuesday, 12:30.

*Meet the Authors -- Dec. 5, 1-2:30 p.m. Ali Kahn and Peggy Fox discuss their book, "Patapsco: Life Along Maryland's Historic River Valley," a collection of oral history narratives, essays, and photographs that bring to life a bygone era in Central Maryland. Books available for purchase and signing.

*Family Movie Night -- Dec. 14, 7 p.m. "Polar Express."

*Play Partners -- Tuesdays, 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.; Saturdays, 11 a.m. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 minutes.

*Peppermint Twist and Shout -- Dec. 3, 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. Dance, skate, and throw "snowballs" during a winter-themed movement class. Create a "Peppermint" candy cane craft. Ages 2-5; 30 minutes. Register online or at branch.

Glenwood Branch, 2350 Route 97, Cooksville. 410-313-5579.

*Blood Pressure Screening -- First and third Mondays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Free, walk-in blood pressure screening and monitoring by Howard County General Hospital.

*Contemporary Fiction -- First Monday, 7 p.m. No registration required.

*Make an Origami Gift Box -- Dec. 10, 7 p.m. Learn how to make a folded paper box for your treasures or for a holiday gift.

*Play Partners -- Tuesdays, 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.; 20-30 minutes. Ages infant-23 months with an adult.

*Series Superstars -- Dec. 3, 4:30 p.m., and Dec. 5, 3 p.m. Read, review and discuss series books with other kids. Ages 8 and 9, 45 minutes. Register online or at the branch.

*Sloppy Saturdays -- Dec. 12, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. Crafts to help chase away the winter blues. Ages 4-10; 20 minutes. Register online or at the branch.

Miller Branch, 9421 Frederick Road, Ellicott City. 410-313-1950.

*Acupuncture Series -- Dec. 1, 7-8 p.m. Star Ferguson, Licensed Acupuncturist with Tai Sophia Institute in Laurel, teaches how acupuncture methodology can alleviate pain and a variety of ailments, including depression and anxiety.

*Create a Basket of Holiday Blooms -- Dec. 2, 7 p.m.

*Family Movie Night -- Dec. 10, 6:30 p.m. "Polar Express." Dec. 29, 2 p.m. "Snow Buddies."

*Go Club/Chess Club -- Dec. 19, 1 p.m. Originating in China, Go is a complex game of strategy with worldwide appeal. Beginning and intermediate players are encouraged to test their skills. Instruction available for novices. If possible, bring your own game board.

*Horizon Family Communication Night: Cyber Safety and Civility -- Nov. 30, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Discuss risky online behavior, how to prevent it, and what to do if something happens to your family. Prepared in cooperation with NetSmartz. Registration required. Ages 11-14 with adult. Contact the library to register.

*Let's Get Together: English Conversation Club -- Wednesdays, 7:45 p.m. Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and understanding in a group setting. Register before attending.

*Pins and Needles -- Second and fourth Thursday, 10 a.m. Bring your current stitching, knitting or crocheting projects. Meet new people and trade ideas and tips.

Howard County Law Library, 8360 Court Ave., Ellicott City. 410-313-4851.

*Law Advice -- Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. An attorney is available to give free legal advice to self-represented litigants in civil, nonfamily matters. No appointment is necessary.

Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel. 410-880-5980.

*Chess Club -- Dec. 7 and 21, 5:30 p.m. Ages 10 and up.

*Free blood pressure screenings -- Second Monday, noon-3 p.m. No appointment, just walk-in. www.hcgh.org.

*Hansel and Gretel -- Dec. 29, 2 p.m. Make an edible house inspired by the story of "Hansel and Gretel." Ages 6 and up with adult; 60 minutes.

*Holiday Sing Along -- Dec. 21 and Dec. 23, 10:15 a.m. Sing songs to celebrate the holidays.

*Mystery book club -- Second Wednesday, 7 p.m.

*Needles and Prose -- Fourth Wednesday, 7 p.m. Join stitchers of all kinds to work on your latest project and discuss books of interest.

*Nonfiction book club -- Third Wednesday, 7 p.m.

*Writer's Circle -- Second Monday, 7 p.m. Share your original writing with other aspiring authors for mutual support and feedback.

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