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OMO is a community organization founded to support the mental and emotional health of our neighbors, near and far, by providing a digital social environment where children, teens, and adults can meet and learn together in volunteer-led sessions on a variety of subjects.
December is Disabilities Awareness Month
From book recommendations to guides on teaching kids about disabilities and inclusion, Disabilities Awareness Month resources can be found on our Disabilities Awareness Recommendations page

Visit our general OMO Recommends... pages for suggested print and
digital materials to help you learn more about each month's theme.

Weekly Schedule

Tuesday, November 30
Giving Tuesday
This Giving Tuesday, please support OMO.
Your contribution funds the maintenance and expansion of three of our main programs:
  • Scorpion Speaker Series (connecting the leaders of today with the leaders of tomorrow while building empathy for others' lived experiences)
  • OMO Book Clubs (like The 1619 Project Book)
  • Women's Retreats (where we help women reset and restore themselves through whole self wellness workshops and  meaningful conversations with women on similar journeys)
How to donate:
Facebook #GivingTuesday Fundraiser
PayPal or Check


Women's Winter Retreat
Reserve your spot today by paying your deposit! Tomorrow, December 1, the price increases by $25.
Women's Winter Retreat


Wednesday, December 1
4pm: Student Clubs
Spanish Club with Librarian Ms. Adriana
Each Wednesday, join Ms. Adriana of the East Columbia Branch to learn and review conversational Spanish words and phrases using Muzzy (software/app) Muzzy is included with your HCLS library card. These sessions are open to all ages. (Note: there will not be Spanish Club sessions in the month of January)
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82440077457

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Wednesday, December 8
4pm: Student Clubs
Spanish Club with Librarian Ms. Adriana
Each Wednesday, join Ms. Adriana of the East Columbia Branch to learn and review conversational Spanish words and phrases using Muzzy (software/app) Muzzy is included with your HCLS library card. These sessions are open to all ages. (Note: there will not be Spanish Club sessions in the month of January)
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82440077457

Friday, December 10
Scorpion Speaker Series, in-person at Oakland Mills High School
Disabilities Awareness Month
Deafness in a Hearing World: American Sign Language expert (and OMO administrator) Jessie Patterson and other members of the deaf community will talk about life with cochlear implants, signing, and lip reading as they navigate a hearing world.
More info on how to attend the Speaker Series



OMO was founded to keep our community connected through learning while we were physically isolated. This mission of learning and growing together continues as the world opens back up.
What brings you to OMO today?
Scroll up for this week's schedule, which can always be found on our home page.
​Or click on the buttons below to learn more about OMO sessions. 
I'm looking for interactive, engaging sessions for my children
Preschool, Youth, Teen 
I'm looking for in-depth conversations about important topics, current events, history,...
I'm looking for something new to read, a new genre to explore, and/or a Book Group to join
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Popular Resources:
Why do you like OMO? Quotes from the socially-distant days
Faye - "I appreciate OMO for providing a place to feel connected - not just for the kids but the whole family. The news has been like a broken record on this point but we are living in unprecedented times - we are all making it up as we go. I love that OMO provides a space to find some normalcy, connection or even some well-needed laughter in what is otherwise a pretty scary time."
Levi, age 7- "You can learn new things while not even trying to self distance!!!"
Amelia, age 9- "All of the instructors are very nice and kind. And all of the subjects are very interesting."
Katie - "My child interacts with her community and has other people to engage with - some are teachers. That’s crucial right now. She picks the sessions that interest her, and that helps give her independence with her schedule. Both parents are working from home. We rely on OMO for normalcy and community."

Let’s Learn Together

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