Come and experience the beauty of the night sky with us, as we explore the universe and learn about the wonders of the cosmos. Experts from Johnson Space Center Astronomical Society will be on hand to guide you through the constellations and answer any questions you may have.
You are welcomed to bring your own telescope!
Come hang out with some adult coloring pages, explore watercolors, try your hand at sketching or bring your own art project to work on. Materials are provided at this two hour chill sesh.
It's almost Election Day! Join us for our annual Election Day Petting Zoo. The fun starts at 11 AM. Light refreshments will be served.
Honoring all who served. Join us for snacks, a game and a craft. We will learn about the history and significance of Veteran's Day with guest speaker, Commander Rene Sanchez from the American Legion Post 490, play a game of trivia, and make a Veterans day-themed card. All ages are welcome!
Discover how meditation can help you manage stress, improve focus and find balance. Daya Sharma will share simple techniques you can use anytime to bring peace into your daily routine.
Free and open to the public | In-person event
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 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 for Adult Literacy Open House! On this day, new students and interested adults can come learn more about HCPL's adult literacy program, and meet our volunteer ESL and Citizenship tutors. We will host an award ceremony to celebrate our graduating students as well as give a gift to our volunteer tutors. All ages are welcome!
*This club is for Adults (18+) only due to supplies and space limitations*
Join us at the Parker Williams Library for our diamond painting club meeting! Relax, chat and enjoy this beginner friendly adult club. Diamond painting is a craft activity that involves applying tiny resin rhinestones to a pre-printed canvas to create a mosaic-style art piece. It's also known as crystal art or 5D painting.
This craft is a series since diamond painting may take some time. Patrons must finish a painting before they will be allowed to start a new one.
Learn the basics of painting with acrylic as teacher and local artist, Malu, walks you through the steps to create your own vibrant wall art. This is a beginner-friendly class for adults. Registration is required as supplies are limited.