Maker Central

By admin, Wed, 11/11/2026 - 15:00

*This event is for adults only* Join us for an afternoon in our Innovation Lab's Winter Workshop!

To celebrate the winter holidays, the Innovation Lab will be full of different maker stations where you can make a variety of winter-themed objects using techniques and equipment in the Lab. *Supplies are limited; registration is required.

This event will take place in the Innovation Lab on the second floor.

By admin, Wed, 11/11/2026 - 15:00

*This event is for adults only* Join us for a hands-on laser engraving workshop where you'll learn how to create your very own bamboo namplate! Participants will learn all about the process of engraving with a laser cutter and how they can book time to use the equipment at select HCPL maker locations for their own projects! For this program, we will be using the xTool F1 Ultra 20W Fiber & Diode Dual Laser Engraver.*Supplies are limited; registration is required.

By admin, Mon, 11/09/2026 - 21:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to vinyl cutting, Cricut operation, heat pressing, sublimation printing and related software in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use a vinyl cutter, Cricut machine, sublimation printer, or a heat press.

By admin, Fri, 11/06/2026 - 21:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing services within the Harris County Public Library system. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule a time to use a 3D printer at HCPL locations, during which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Attendees will receive 3D Printer and Lulzbot Mini 2 (machine) badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.

By admin, Thu, 11/05/2026 - 21:00

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.

By admin, Tue, 11/03/2026 - 06:00

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.

This event is open to all ages. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult guardian.