Grades 3 to 12 bring your binders and come play Pokémon! Game mats and a limited number of gaming packs will be available. Parents must sign a permission slip to allow their children to trade cards. Library staff are not responsible for ensuring the equality of any trade between players based on card value (or sentimentality).
Teens
Hey Teens and Tweens, come join local artist Richa for a Hyperrealistic Sketching Workshop at Maud Marks! Supplies provided.
Join us for our laser cutter orientation!
Teens grades 6 to 12 come hang out with fellow anime/manga fans to watch anime and enjoy Japanese snacks!
Join us for our 3D Printer Orientation!
This orientation session will instruct participants on using the 3D printer 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. Attendees will receive the 3D printer and Dremel 3D45 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.
CHESS out this fun afternoon OPERATION each month to CONNECT FOUR bragging rights and snacks while playing tabletop games at the library! There’s just UNO rule, steer clear of EXPLODING KITTENS and other TROUBLE. Grades 3 to 12.
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.
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.
What is a Teen Advisory Board (TAB)? A group of teen volunteers who meet monthly with the Teen librarian to offer input on teen and tween library services and programs. Grades 6 to 12.
TAB Tuesday, September 2, 4:15 PM - 4:45 PM.
Teen Time Craft (starts directly after TAB) Tuesday, September 2, 4:45 PM - 5:30 PM.