Temporary Closure: The Schooner Cove area at the Havre de Grace Library will be closed on Friday, May 9, for a refresh. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Monday, February 17, in observance of Presidents Day.
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Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday.
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Sunday, April 20, in observance of Easter.
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Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day.
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Thursday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.
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Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.
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Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.
Library Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Monday, October 13, for Staff In-Service Day.
Library Closure: Abingdon Library will be closed
Friday, October 31, for a Private Event.
Library Closure: Abingdon Library will be closed
Saturday, November 1, for a Private Event.
Library Closure: Abingdon Library will be closed
Sunday, November 2, for a Private Event.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
Early Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will close early at 5 PM
Wednesday, November 26.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Thursday, November 27, in observance of Thanksgiving.
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Friday, November 28, in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Wednesday, December 24, in observance of Christmas Eve.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Thursday, December 25, in observance of Christmas Day.
Library Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Sunday, December 28.
Early Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will close early at 5 PM
Wednesday, December 31.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of New Year’s Day.
Weather Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Thursday, July 31, 2026, at 5:30 PM due to inclement weather.
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Children's Sensory Room

Parent Tips

Bubble Tubes:

  • Relax in front of the tubes as you watch the bubbles rise and fall
  • Count the bubbles as they move through the tube

Fiber Optic Lights:

  • Stimulate vision and touch as you recline in the beanbag chair
  • Identify the colors as they change

Reflective Surfaces:

  • Dance and move in front of the Bubble Mirror and watch the reflections change as you move
  • Shine the flashlight on the Mirror Ball to see the dazzling display

Nanoleaf Light Panels:

  • Use your voice or an instrument and cause the lights to change
  • Play music on the iPad and enjoy the light show

Projector with iPad:

  • Choose a calming image or video and immerse yourself in the scene
  • Use the guided yoga app to help develop body awareness
  • Wall Panels:

    • Feel smooth, prickly, warm and cool surfaces on the Texture Panel
    • Listen to the sounds each texture makes as you rub them
    • Demonstrate cause and effect by moving the flower on the Snowdrop Panel to hear the bell

    Gel Floor Tiles:

    • Use your hands and feet to move the gel and observe the motion
    • Stand the tile up to see the gel calmly move and float through the tile

    Seating:

    • Choose from a variety of seating to maximize your experience
      • Beanbag chairs for lounging and relaxing
      • Wiggle cushions for balance and motion
      • Concentration rockers for rhythmic rocking
      • LED light stools for visual interest

    Sensory Kits:

    • Choose from a variety of Sensory Kits to enhance your experience. Kits include a variety of items with visual, auditory and tactile interest.