This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutter services within the Harris County Public Library system. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule a time to use a laser cutter at HCPL maker locations. This class is appropriate for patrons ages 12 and up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Teens
Join us in the teen space and make your own buttons with our button maker to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Use one of our designs or make your own! All supplies are provided.
Open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school. Email virginia.gonzalez@hcpl.net for any questions.
Get Creative with Cricut! This orientation session will introduce participants to Cricut machine capabilities, operation, and use. Completion of this orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut at Harris County Public Library.
Join Future U and High Meadows for an informative and beneficial event showcasing several topics related to both career exploration, and finding ways to research and also fund college pathways to rewarding and marketable careers.
Future U will be on hand providing information and resources on marketable degrees, trades, and marketable and targeted occupations in Harris County, as well as how to research and apply for hundreds of available scholarships and grants to help fund your educational pursuits.
Learn how to navigate FAFSA, TASFA and student loans so you can maximize your funding options, avoid common mistakes, and make informed decisions about paying for college.
Are you ready to race against your friends on Rainbow Road, play guitar in a band, or fight your foes?
Join Teen Gaming! The program occurs every Thursday after school from 2:45pm-4pm.
For high school and middle school students only. Meet in the computer lab for crafts, movies, & games.
For high school and middle school students only. Meet in the computer lab for crafts, movies, & games.
Trunk or Treat is back! Join us for lots of treats and a few tricks. Bob and Bob Jr. may even put in an appearance.
Please note, this event will take place outside.
Teen Book Club has transformed into Read It and Eat! It's a book club with a twist--during book club, you create something yummy based on this month's theme and then feast. This month, the theme is Scary Books and Banned Books. Chat about your favorite books while making Terrifying Treats and making Banned Books Book Bags!
Readers of manga, graphic novels, books, and audiobooks are welcome! Even if you haven't read anything new lately, you can still join us! This program is for readers ages 13-18.