Beginning in February, AARP will be offering free tax assistance to elderly and low-income individuals. AARP assistance will be available on Mondays and Fridays, on February 2 through February 13, from 9:30 AM-1:30 PM. They will be back on Friday, March 3 through Monday, April 13, from 9:30 AM-1:30 PM.
You are encouraged to show up half an hour early to sign up for a spot.
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.
Why should you read a book? The reasons might surprise you...Come chat with other teens about how reading impacts you and what you love about it while enjoying free pizza!
Guest speaker, president of the Friends of High Meadows, and lifelong reader Judy Rodriguez will join us to provide insight on how books have changed her life.
This event is open to teens ages 14 to 18. No registration is required, but space may be limited.
This class is designed for students who are interested in learning and /or practicing speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills in English. Classes are free and all materials are provided. Registration required.
The Workforce Resource Fair connects job seekers with employers, workforce organizations, and community resources in one convenient setting.
Attendees will have the opportunity to:
Meet employers and organizations offering job opportunities and career resources
Learn about open roles, career pathways, and hiring processes
Connect directly with professionals who can support employment and career growth
This class is designed for students who are interested in learning and /or practicing speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills in English. Classes are free and all materials are provided.
Mudpie Company and Kingwood Branch Library have joined forces to host a pottery painting session! Come learn about the medium of pottery and create a custom painted piece*.
This program is for teens ages 13-18.
*Once painted, the pieces will be transported to Mudpie Company to be fired in their kiln. Once the pieces have been fired and returned, you will receive an email notifying you that your piece is ready for pick-up.
Join Michael, Octavia Field Library Branch's Children's Librarian, for an hour of nursery rhymes, storytelling, arts & crafts and playtime. We'll talk, sing, write, read and play, and your prekindergarten age kiddos will have so much fun that they won't even realize they are gaining valuable pre-literacy skills. Ages 0-5.
Ready to re-enter today’s workforce with confidence? Join us for a practical, empowering one-on-one meeting designed to help you take the next step in your career journey!
Connect with a Future U advisor! Discover the college and career resources around you.
What we offer:
Join us every other Tuesday at 4:45 to create and build with LEGOs!
We will have the option of LEGO challenges or free build during our building session. At the end of our session you can share and display your creations at the JC Library for the month.
*This program is for ages 6-12 but siblings are always welcome.