Maker Central

By admin, Fri, 10/31/2025 - 04:00

Join us for a Cricut Orientation at Harris County Public Library!

This session will introduce participants to the Cricut machine’s capabilities, operation, and use. Completion of this orientation is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut at HCPL.

During the orientation, you’ll also have the chance to design and create your own custom mug—a fun, hands-on way to put your new skills into action!

By admin, Fri, 10/31/2025 - 04:00

Join us for a Cricut Orientation at Harris County Public Library!

This session will introduce participants to the Cricut machine’s capabilities, operation, and use. Completion of this orientation is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut at HCPL.

During the orientation, you’ll also have the chance to design and create your own custom mug—a fun, hands-on way to put your new skills into action!

By admin, Wed, 10/29/2025 - 01:00

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 class is appropriate for patrons ages 12 and up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.

By admin, Tue, 10/28/2025 - 04:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to Cricut operation and software in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut.

  • This class is appropriate for ages 8 and up.
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Registration required.
By admin, Tue, 10/28/2025 - 01:00

Learn how to book time with the Kingwood Library’s Glowforge Laser Cutter! This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutting and engraving services in the library. Those who complete the class will then be able to request time to use a laser cutter 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 laser cutter.

By admin, Mon, 10/27/2025 - 22:00

Come Join us for The Cricut Explore Air 2 Orientation!

This orientation session will introduce the participants the Cricut Explore Air 2 in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut.

This class is appropriate for patrons 16 and older.

Registration is required.

By admin, Mon, 10/27/2025 - 19:00

Learn how to book time with the Kingwood Library’s Mayku Vacuum Former. This orientation session will introduce participants to vacuum forming services in the library, and the basics on how to create your own uniquely-shaped plastic molds. Those who complete the class will then be able to request time to use a vacuum former 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 vacuum former.

By admin, Mon, 10/27/2025 - 19:00

Learn how to book time with the Kingwood Library’s Cricut! This orientation session will introduce participants to using the Cricut in the library. Those who complete the class will then be able to request 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.

This event is open to those ages 13 and older. Teens ages 13-16 must be accompanied by an adult guardian.

By admin, Mon, 10/27/2025 - 19:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing services 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.

By admin, Thu, 10/23/2025 - 19:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to Cricut operation and software in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut.

  • This class is appropriate for ages 8 and up.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Registration required.