English

By admin, Mon, 09/14/2026 - 19:00

HCPL has partnered with Oldways to present classes on how to eat healthy by following a traditional Latin American diet!

This program will feature two dishes rich in herbs, spices, and tubers. Those dishes are:

  • Wild Veggie Tostadas
  • Panama Fruit Smoothie

Library staff will give a presentation on the dishes and prepare them for everyone to share! 

This event will be held in the 1st floor Meeting Room.

By admin, Mon, 09/14/2026 - 16:00

Krafty Kids is a whimsical environment where children can express their creativity through a variety of artistic activities, ranging from painting to sculpting. With an extensive selection of supplies and guided sessions, kids have the opportunity to explore their talents and craft unique masterpieces to take home. Join us every Wednesday at 3:45 PM for an inspiring creative adventure!

By admin, Sun, 09/13/2026 - 16:00

Learn English in person!

**This class is for Adults (18 years of age or older)**

  • This free class is for adults with little or no English.
  • Class meets once a week on Tuesdays.
  • The materials are provided by the library at no cost.

      Time: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

      How to Join: Visit the Atascocita Branch library to register and take a short test.

        By admin, Sun, 09/13/2026 - 07:00

        Are you ready for some Minecraft?! Join us for a 60 minute open Minecraft session in our computer lab! There is no registration, but space is limited so make sure to be on time! If space becomes open throughout the session, other people can join. 

        By admin, Sun, 09/13/2026 - 07:00

        ESL Classes (Various Levels)

        All of HCPL English-learning classes are taught by trained volunteer tutors and are completely free to attend. Learning materials are provided.

        Beginner ESL Classes for Adults who speak little or no English. You will practice speaking, reading, writing and listening.

        Advanced ESL Classes & Conversation Club for Adults who want to reach fluency in English. Practice speaking, reading, writing and listening with native speakers in a nonjudgmental environment.

        https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a7ba1193b6c71003e583bf0 admin Sun, 09/13/2026 - 04:00

        Book Buddies is a free program that brings children and volunteers together to share the joy of reading. It pairs trained volunteers (Big Buddies) with children in kindergarten through 3rd grades (Little Buddies). For 10 weeks, the Buddies meet once a week in the afternoon for 45 minutes of one-on-one shared reading.

        https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6aa47adc86d8450031157770 admin Sun, 09/13/2026 - 04:00

        Haunted homeschoolers, join us in the Grand Chamber for a morning of spine-tingling creativity and monstrous masterpieces at Crafts from the Crypt!

        Every week this October at 11:00 AM, creative ghouls and goblins ages 5–10 will gather at the library to resurrect ordinary craft supplies into spectacularly spooky art. From friendly phantoms to creepy-crawly keepsakes, each session will be horridly fun and hands-on for growing monsters--we mean makers. Parents, don't fear—the mess stays with us in the crypt.

        By admin, Sun, 09/13/2026 - 04:00

        Come chill out and catch a new anime every month. Make friends and socialize or just enjoy watching some anime on a big screen.



        Open to anyone 18+
        Anime club meets (usually, unless noted) on the first Monday of every month from 6pm- 8 pm.

        This month's anime club meets September 14th!