By admin, Wed, 08/13/2025 - 00:08

Come expand and enhance your skills in the art of needlepoint through small projects, long term projects and discussions. All are welcome to participate by bringing their own projects, beginners welcome. Have fun learning this beautiful art.

By admin, Wed, 08/13/2025 - 00:08

Introduce books you have already read and want to share with others. Listen to recommendations. 

Nothing to buy! No assigned reading!        Come and discuss Science Fiction & Fantasy books!

Books Discussion starts at 6 PM, usually the first Monday of the month In Person or Online using Teams. 

Call the Reference Desk for email or a virtual invite.

What have YOU been reading?

By admin, Wed, 08/13/2025 - 00:08

Participants volunteer to lead discussions and they pick the material. Normally they will propose a title and everyone agrees. This is a laid back but serious group.  They meet in person, February - November.           

No registration required

The discussion topic:
Overstory by Richard Powers

Discussion questions may be available.

By admin, Wed, 08/13/2025 - 00:08

The Galveston Bay Area Scale Modelers Association (GBASMA) is a chartered member of the International Plastic Modelers Society (IPMS).. Club meetings are held monthly to present each other's current projects, share new modeling techniques, answer modeling questions and promote the hobby. We meet 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM on the 4th Monday of each month except for May(meets the week after) and December.(no meeting).  
Registration not required.

By admin, Wed, 08/13/2025 - 00:08

This is a writers' club meant for all writers to learn more about the art, share their work, and learn from other writers about their work process, publishing, and writing journey.

Everyone is encouraged to bring a brief excerpt from any Work In Progress (WIPs) or other material they are willing to share. At your discretion, you may bring handouts with the material printed on it.

Writers of all levels are welcomed, including people just wanting to learn more!

By admin, Wed, 08/13/2025 - 00:08

Join us on the third Monday of each month as we discuss a book chosen from a variety of genres!

The selection for this month TBA


Registration is not required, but space may be limited.

Physical copies of the book may be available to check out behind the Adult Reference Desk on the second floor of the library. Digital copies are available at hcpl.overdrive.com.

By admin, Wed, 08/13/2025 - 00:08

Join us to relax at the end of the day and create watercolor art. 

This program is not a painting class. 

Attendees under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

By admin, Wed, 08/13/2025 - 00:08

Come expand and enhance your skills in the art of needlepoint through small projects, long term projects and discussions. All are welcome to participate by bringing their own projects, beginners welcome. Have fun learning this beautiful art.

By admin, Wed, 08/13/2025 - 00:08

This orientation session will introduce participants to vinyl cutting and Cricut operation and software in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use a vinyl cutter, Cricut machine, sublimation printer, or a heat press.

By admin, Wed, 08/13/2025 - 00:08

This program is recommended for children 18 months to 3 years old and their parents or caregivers. It features books, songs, fingerplays, music, and movement.