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Buzz on over to the library and get crafting! Whether you are picking up a needle for the absolute first time or looking to share your passion for stitching, you are warmly invited to join the "Be a Merribee" family.

Buzz on over to the library and get crafting! Whether you are picking up a needle for the absolute first time or looking to share your passion for stitching, you are warmly invited to join the "Be a Merribee" family.

Babytime

Read, sing, and play with your baby. Meet other parents and help your child learn.

Babytime

Read, sing, and play with your baby. Meet other parents and help your child learn.

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 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. 

If you do not already have a Beanstack account, please sign-up for Beanstack prior to orientation. You can sign up for a Beanstack account here: https://hcpl.beanstack.com/reader365

Looking to chat with other homeschoolers and swap tricks and tips? Join us each month for Homeschool Hangout! Students will engage with crafts, activities, and games, while caregivers have the opportunity to network.

This month, kids in grades K-6th will participate in a hands-on, healthy drinks workshop. After a reading from The Secret of Sugarland, kids will then be guided through creating their own delicious drink along with a friendly introduction to sugar and sugary foods with simplified, easy-to-understand, facts.

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.

Need a place to finish homework and relax after school?

Join us for Homework Help & Hangout every 2nd and 4th Thursday at 4:30 PM! Whether you're working through a difficult assignment, studying for a test, or just looking for a quiet place to focus, the library is here to help.

Each session includes: