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https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6970fdb476261f280065b69d admin Thu, 01/22/2026 - 00:00

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.

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69710270491b809c6f142b14 admin Thu, 01/22/2026 - 00:00

Learn how to book time with the Kingwood Library’s Singer Sewing Machine! This orientation session will introduce participants to sewing machine operation. Those who complete the class will be able to request time to use a sewing machine at HCPL branches. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a sewing machine.

Please note that this is not a sewing instruction class. Participants will learn basic machine operation only.

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

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6970fd82491b809c6f14295b admin Thu, 01/22/2026 - 00:00

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.

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6970fbb794297d3600a682a6 admin Thu, 01/22/2026 - 00:00

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. Registration is required.

By admin, Wed, 01/14/2026 - 06:00

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6966baab94297d3600a4fb8a

This orientation session will introduce participants to the Digital Media Lab (DML) and its policies and procedures. Attending a DML orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Digital Media Lab.

  • Children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Registration is required.

This event will take place in the 2nd Floor Computer Lab

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 12:00

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6965654748a98474cec43205

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, 01/13/2026 - 12:00

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/696567c7a0dcc142c979b2da

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

  • This is not a sewing instruction class. Participants will learn machine operation only. 
  • This class is appropriate for ages 12 and up.
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Registration required.
https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/696564ee30cbd582eff4d319 admin Tue, 01/13/2026 - 12:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the 3D printer.

  • This class is appropriate for ages 8 and up.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. (Please register separately for yourself and each child)
By admin, Mon, 01/12/2026 - 18:00

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/696507871f01fb76cec570ac

This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing services within the Harris County Public Library system. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the 3D printer. 

This class is appropriate for ages 10 and up. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

We will meet in the Innovation Lab on the 2nd Floor.

Registration is required, and space is limited! Sign up today!

By admin, Sat, 01/10/2026 - 03:00

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6961380b39996c13d3cfa0eb

Join us for our 3D Printer Orientation!

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.

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