Get ready for a fast-paced, fun way to find your next favorite book! At Teen Workshop Night, Book Speed Dating lets you browse and “speed-date” a variety of books in just minutes, discovering new genres and authors along the way. Come join us, share your thoughts, and leave with a stack of books you can’t wait to dive into!
Tweens
Celebrate stories and share your favorite reads at our Teen “Bring Your Own Book” Book Club! This month’s optional theme is Pride Month, so bring a book that celebrates LGBTQ+ voices, characters, or stories that inspire you. Enjoy great conversations, discover new reads, and connect with fellow book lovers in a welcoming space.
Unleash your creativity at Teen Craft Night: Paper Mandalas, where art and relaxation come together! Learn simple techniques to fold, cut, and layer colorful paper into stunning mandala designs. Whether you’re a beginner or a crafting pro, you’ll leave with a unique piece of art that’s totally your own.
Join us for a fast-paced UNO Tournament at Teen Game Night, where strategy, luck, and a little friendly competition rule the table! Battle it out round by round to see who can outsmart, outplay, and shout “UNO!” first. Prizes, bragging rights, and plenty of laughs await—do you have what it takes to be the ultimate UNO champion?
Get ready to put your teamwork and problem-solving skills to the test at our Teen Workshop Night: Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge—with a Twist! Tackle three timed puzzle sessions—300, 500, and 1000 pieces—each with a new challenge to keep you on your toes. Work together, communicate without words, and even try puzzling one-handed as the difficulty (and laughter) grows with every round!
Northwest Branch Library presents the Teen Anime Club! Join us on the 4th Monday of the month to eat snacks, do crafts, and watch anime.
All participants must be 6th grade+
This beginner friendly lesson will introduce participants to cross-stitching, which is a form of counted-thread embroidery using X-shaped stitches to create a pattern.
Join us for our Cricut orientation!
This orientation session will instruct participants on using the Cricut in the library. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule time to use a Cricut at HCPL branches, at which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a Cricut. Attendees will receive the Cricut and Cricut Explore Air 2 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.
Join us at Aldine Library for a cartoon marathon! Talk about your favorite series and characters with others who like the same shows and check out a show you haven’t seen before.
Snacks will be provided.
This program is best for 6th-9th graders
Join us for our 3D Printer Orientation!
This orientation session will instruct participants on using the 3D printer in the library . Those who complete the class will then be able to request time to use a 3D printer at HCPL branches, at which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a 3D printer. Attendees will receive the 3D printer and Dremel 3D45 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.