A structure of four working committees guide, develop, and support the initiative. Committee membership is open to anyone in the community. Members serve a one-year renewable term. Committees meet approximately every two months or as needed.

Marketing
Howard County Library Administrative Office (6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, 21045, 410.313.7750)
September 22, 2010  Wednesday   8:30 am
November 18, 2010   Thursday      8:30 am
January 26, 2011      Wednesday   8:30 am
March 23, 2011        Wednesday   8:30 am
May 25, 2011           Wednesday   8:30 am

Sponsorships
Howard County Library Administrative Office (6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, 21045, 410.313.7750)
August 27, 2010         Friday        9 am

Events
Howard County Library Administrative Office (6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, 21045, 410.313.7750)
TBD

Partnerships
Howard County Library Administrative Office (6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, 21045, 410.313.7750)
TBD


CIVILITY JUDO: DIFFICULT RELATIONSHIPS
Hedy Book-Weiner of Piani & Company shares secrets for understanding and dealing with "difficult people." Learn how to keep your cool, get what you need, and transform your difficult relationships.

Howard County Library, Central Branch (410.313.7860)
October 4, 2010   Monday               7 - 9 pm

CHOOSE CIVILITY SYMPOSIUM: THE ROLE OF CIVILITY IN DEMOCRACY
Explore the critical relationship between civility and democracy, at various points in time and across cultures, and its evolution to the political and governmental climate today. Join us for a panel discussion with nationally known historians, ethicists, and academics, moderated by Korva Coleman from National Public Radio. A workshop for adults and the next generation of voters follows, led by Dr. P.M. Forni. Details.

The Bain Center (5470 Ruth Keeton Way, Columbia, 410.313.7750)
October 6, 2010      Wednesday       5 - 9 pm