Booked This Afternoon meets in person on the second Thursday of the month, September 11, at 2 PM. This month in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month we will be discussing Of Women and Salt by Gabriel Garcia.
Maud Smith Marks Branch Library
Join with other toddlers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun every Thursday at 10:15 am or 11:15 am! Toddler Time uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays to engage toddlers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards toddlers ages 18-35 months. No ticket required.
Join us for arts, crafts, and STEM projects each Wednesday at 4:30pm. This program is for K-5th graders. All materials provided.
9-3-25 = Craft Time - presented by National Charity League
9-10-25 = Lego Challenge
9-17-25 = Craft Time - presented by National Charity League
9-24-25 = STEM Activity
10-1-25 = Craft Time - presented by National Charity League
10-8-25 = Lego Challenge
10-15-25 = Craft Time - presented by National Charity League
10-22-25 = Craft in lobby due to early voting
Calling all brick builders, are you up for a challenge? Teams will work to creatively complete a different build mission in an hour each month! Grades 4 to 12. Tuesday, September 9, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
DIY Workshop for Adults
Join us on Tuesday, September 9 at 2 PM as we make Pounded Flower totes. This beautiful DIY is great for gifting or using as a book bag. Registration is required for this event & seating is limited. Sign up today!
Join us on Saturday, September 6, at 2 PM to unlock the secrets of computer language in this hands-on STEM experience! In this 45-minute session, students will explore the basics of binary code through a fun, creative activity—making their very own coded bracelets. Perfect for ages 8–14, this program combines tech, problem-solving, and art in a way that’s exciting and easy to follow. This STEM program is presented by Wow That’s Stem!
All materials are provided. Bring your friends and get ready to create something cool—and coded!
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 for a free, 12-week class to help you prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test. An English assessment must be taken for class admittance. Taking this class does not grant citizenship or pay for any application fees. Registration is required as space is limited.
Tweens, this craft time is for you! Hang out with friends, craft something totally original to you, and enjoy snacks and retro tunes. Grades 4 to 5, Thursday, September 4, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Join with other toddlers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun every Thursday at 10:15 am or 11:15 am! Toddler Time uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays to engage toddlers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards toddlers ages 18-35 months. No ticket required.