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.

Discover the Wonders of Wildlife with The Creature Teacher!

Get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure! The Creature Teacher brings the zoo to you with exciting, hands-on live animal encounters designed just for your summer program. Kids of all ages will meet fascinating exotic creatures and friendly farm animals while learning about habitats, conservation, and the natural world through fun, interactive presentations.

Discover the Wonders of Wildlife with The Creature Teacher!

Get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure! The Creature Teacher brings the zoo to you with exciting, hands-on live animal encounters designed just for your summer program. Kids of all ages will meet fascinating exotic creatures and friendly farm animals while learning about habitats, conservation, and the natural world through fun, interactive presentations.

Dance, laugh, and play along!

Join us for a high-energy, interactive show with Mr. Leo featuring puppets, music, and plenty of dancing fun! Kids will love singing along, meeting silly puppet friends, and moving to the beat in this lively performance. Perfect for young children and their caregivers—come ready to wiggle and giggle!

All ages welcome.  Tickets will be given out 30 minutes ahead of time, first come first served.  There is a capacity limit, so come early!

Join us on Tuesday, July 14, at 2 PM as we turn simple popsicle sticks into beautiful and functional pots to hold your plants and other accessories. Registration is required for this event, and seating is limited. Sign up today!

Join us for a free, 12-week class to help you prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test. An English assessment must be taken for class admittance. Taking this class does not grant citizenship or pay for any application fees. Registration is required as space is limited.

Teens and tweens will be divided into four teams who design and build a robot, then use your robot to battle other robot creations!  Win or loose, your team will have the chance to redesign and head back into the battle arena! Tickets required and will be available at 4PM at the front desk.

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.

This orientation session on Wednesday, June 24, at 6:30 PM will instruct participants on how to use the Epson Fastfoto, a high-speed photo scanning system in the library. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule time to use the Fastfoto machines at HCPL branches and MakerCentral, at which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice.

Seniors 55+ are invited to join the Maud Marks Library’s Timeless Travelers program for a trip to Schulenburg, TX for a tour of the painted churches. Take a guided tour of three of the painted churches located near Schulenburg and enjoy lunch at Oakridge. The bus will be departing on Tuesday, June 16.