Level up your coding skills while battling ogres, solving puzzles, and completing epic quests! In this hands-on program, participants will use Code Combat, a game-based learning platform that teaches Python through exciting fantasy adventures. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and curiosity. Open to tweens and teens in 6th grade through 12th grade (ages 11-18).
Tweens
For high school and middle school students only. Meet in the computer lab for crafts, movies, & games.
The Early Learning Quality Network (ELQN) invites families to a special Movie Night at the Barbara Bush Library, designed to bring children, parents, and community members together for an evening of fun and connection. Families will enjoy a showing of Frozen (runtime: 1 hour and 42 minutes), along with food, a coloring table for kids, and a designated baby corner to ensure a welcoming space for all ages.
Join us at Aldine for a video game night! Whether you want to play Smash Bros on the Switch or fight over Uno, we’ll have the game for you
Snacks will be provided.
This program is best for 6th-9th graders
Monday, November 24th at 4PM – Cricut & Sublimation Orientation
Join us at the Parker Williams Library Innovation Lab for our Cricut Orientation!
Join us at the Parker Williams Library Innovation Lab for our 3D Printer Orientation!
This orientation session will introduce participants to the 3D printing services we offer at the library. Those who complete the orientation will then be able to request supervised time to use a 3D printer at any HCPL branch that has one. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a 3D printer in the future.
This event is open to all ages. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
Join us at the Parker Williams Library Innovation Lab for our Laser Cutter Orientation!
This orientation session will introduce participants to the laser-cutting services we offer at the library. Those who complete the orientation will then be able to request supervised time to use a laser cutter at any HCPL branch that has one. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a laser cutter in the future.
This event is open to all ages. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
🎥🎬 Lights, laughter, and classic cartoons! 🎥🎬
Calling all teens—come hang out at the library for a special cartoon
Bring your own favorite snacks 🍫🍪🥤 to enjoy while you watch and get ready for a fun-filled break with nonstop cartoon comedy. If you love animation and humor, this is the perfect event for you!
Calling all creative tweens! Come hang out, make new friends, and try your hand at a fun new craft project each month. From simple DIYs to fun seasonal creations, you’ll leave with something amazing you made yourself. All materials provided. Open to tweens in 6th grade through 8th grade (ages 11-14).