Each month builders work to complete an a build that may be silly, challenging, or sneaky, but always fun! Grades 4th -12th. Due to early voting this event will take place in the public section of the library (instead of the meeting room).
Maud Smith Marks Branch Library
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.
Grades 3rd-12th come hang out with other Pokemon fans! The library has a limited number of battle decks, so you may want to bring your own. Trading or swapping cards is allowed only with parent's signed permission, and library staff is not responsible for the results of any trades. Grades 3rd-12th.
Watch anime with friends while enjoying delicious Asian snacks! Grades 6th-12th
Challenge friends old and new to races or battles at Video Game Day! Grades 4th-5th.
Booked This Afternoon meets in person on the second Thursday of the month, October 9, at 2 PM. This month we will be discussing Gulf Coast Reads pick, The Faculty Lounge by Jennifer Mathieu.
Gulf Coast Reads is an annual regional reading initiative focused on promoting simultaneous reading or listening to a selected title by those living along the upper Texas Gulf Coast.
Get ready for a frightfully fun and delicious afternoon! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to transform ordinary cupcakes into spooky (and sweet!) Halloween masterpieces. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned baker, this class is designed to spark your creativity and teach you professional decorating tips you can use at home. Join us on Wednesday, October 8th at 6:30 PM. Registration is required.
Challenge friends old and new to races and battles at Video Game Day! Grades 6th-12th.
Join us for arts, crafts, and STEM projects each Wednesday at 4:30pm. This program is for K-5th graders. All materials provided.
9-24-25 = STEM, "Make an Anemometer"
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
10-29-25 = Craft in lobby due to early voting
11-5-25 = Craft Time - presented by National Charity League
11-12-25 = Lego Challenge
This program, offered on Tuesdays at 10:15 AM provides children (ages 3-5) with early literacy skills through oral language, phonological awareness, and print recognition (also known as books, rhymes and songs). Crafts or coloring sheets will be provided for children at the end of story time.