Teens

Join us at the Parker Williams Library Innovation Lab for our Sublimation Orientation!

This orientation session will introduce participants to the Sublimation services we offer at the library. Those who complete the orientation will then be able to request supervised time to use a Sublimation printer at any HCPL branch that has one. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a Sublimation 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 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 Sublimation Orientation!

This orientation session will introduce participants to the Sublimation services we offer at the library. Those who complete the orientation will then be able to request supervised time to use a Sublimation printer at any HCPL branch that has one. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a Sublimation 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 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.

The Lunar New Year in 2026 marks the start of the Year of the Fire Horse, a powerful combination symbolizing energy, freedom, and progress.

We will celebrate by telling the story of the first Lunar New Year, playing games, and watching a performance of Diabolo.  

A diabolo is a juggling prop, like a yo-yo, consisting of an hourglass-shaped spool spun on a string stretched between two sticks held in each hand, allowing for complex tricks like tosses, catches, and spins, originating from ancient China.

This event is open to all ages. Snacks are provided.

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 orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutter services within the Harris County Public Library system. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule a time to use a laser cutter at HCPL maker locations. This class is appropriate for patrons ages 12 and up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Teens! Hang out, play games, and do something awesome at the library! We have tablets, a huge digital table, game consoles, and more for FREE use. Meet new friends, challenge yourself, and unleash your creativity! 

For Ages 12-17,18 if in school.

Email: genesis.munoz@hcpl.net for more information.

Have you attended any of our maker orientations and are looking for more flexible time to use machines like the laser cutter, 3D Printer, or Cricut? Look no further!

- During Open Lab, badged makers (those who have already attended machine orientations) can come in and use lab equipment for 1 Hr. at a time on a first come first serve basis between the hours of 1-4 PM.