Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library

Feeling a little disconnected from your fellow humans? Join Crystal as we break bread (there will be no actual bread) and be merry while drawing a heart made up of a tiny little community. 

This activity only requires markers, a pen, and a pencil! All materials provided, registration required.

Learn how to do this simple doodle so you can take it home and do it with your loved ones!

This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use a 3D printer.

Learn how to add color to two laser engraved ceramic tile coasters using paint pens!

• Children under age 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Adults must be able to help their children with the project.
  
• Prior attendance at a laser cutter orientation is not necessary; coasters are pre-engraved by staff.
• Registration is required due to limited supplies and seating.

This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutting in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the laser cutter.

This orientation session will introduce participants to desktop CNC milling in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use a desktop CNC mill.

Calling all crafting enthusiasts! Join us for a night of crafting, chilling out, and eating snacks. Unleash your creativity and work on your personal craft projects in a welcoming environment as you mix and mingle with fellow crafters. Bring your own supplies, your current project, and yummy snacks or non-alcoholic drinks to share. Please note that this is a club, not a class; there will be no craft instruction. This program is open to adults only.

This beginner friendly lesson will introduce participants to various hand embroidery stitches and techniques.

• Prior attendance to previous sessions is not necessary.
• Children under age 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults must be able to help their children with the project.
• This program involves sharp embroidery needles and embroidery scissors.
• Registration is required due to limited supplies and seating.
  

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 or Cricut machine and heat press.

Can you build a pair of shoes using only newspaper and tape?

Recommended for school-age children ages 5-12. These programs are designed to engage children in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) activities and change on a monthly basis.

Tickets are required for all programs unless otherwise noted. They are free and available starting 30 minutes before the program begins at the Children’s Information Desk. Tickets are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

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.