Savage Library Fun

A "Picture Book Parade!," for ages 2-5 with an adult, will be offered at 10 a.m. on Thursdays. "Pajama Time," in which children are invited to come in pajamas and bring teddy bears and blankets will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays. The branch is at 9525 Durness Lane in Laurel.

Writing workshop

Tai Sophia Institute faculty member Jen Violi hosts "Rite to Write: Writing as Transforming Ritual," 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 6 on the institute's campus at 7750 Montpelier Road. Cost is $75. Go to tai.edu to register or call 410-888-9048, ext. 6611.

Around town

Volunteers needed: : The Volunteer Center Serving Howard County, in cooperation with the Community Emergency Response Network, is recruiting community members to assist nonprofit agencies in need of volunteers. Call 410-715-3179.

Figure-skating coaches: : Special Olympics Howard County is seeking figure-skating coaches. Practices are 10 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. Saturdays at Gardens Ice House, 13800 Old Gunpowder Road, Laurel. Call Beth Greenberg at 410-740-0500 or e-mail at [e-mail].