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By admin, Wed, 06/10/2026 - 07:00

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.

By admin, Wed, 06/10/2026 - 07:00

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.

By admin, Wed, 06/10/2026 - 04:00

Join Michael, Octavia Field Library Branch's Children's Librarian, for an hour of nursery rhymes, storytelling, arts & crafts and playtime. We'll talk, sing, write, read and play, and your toddler age kiddos will have so much fun that they won't even realize they are gaining valuable pre-literacy skills. Ages 0-5.

By admin, Wed, 06/10/2026 - 04:00

Please register for Maker Central  HERE .before attending this program

Want to learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine?

Register here for a personal orientation!

Registration is limited to one person at a time. This is a one time event. Please do not register for multiple days. Multiple registrations for the same person will be canceled.

By admin, Wed, 06/10/2026 - 04:00

Join Michael, Octavia Field Library Branch's Children's Librarian, for an hour of nursery rhymes, storytelling, arts & crafts and playtime.  We'll talk, sing, write, read and play, and your prekindergarten age kiddos will have so much fun that they won't even realize they are gaining valuable pre-literacy skills.  Ages 0-5.

By admin, Wed, 06/10/2026 - 04:00

Enjoy a playful and engaging storytime with Ms. Brittany featuring songs, stories, and movement activities. Toddlers will explore the world of dinosaurs while building early literacy skills.
A simple dinosaur-themed craft is included.


Disfrute de una hora del cuento lúdica y cautivadora con la Sra. Brittany, que incluye canciones, historias y actividades de movimiento. Los niños pequeños explorarán el mundo de los dinosaurios mientras desarrollan habilidades de lectoescritura temprana.

Se incluye una sencilla manualidad con temática de dinosaurios.

By admin, Wed, 06/10/2026 - 04:00

Nurture your strength and mental health with Tai Chi at Parker Williams Library!

Often described as 'meditation in motion', Tai Chi is a low-impact, slow-motion exercise that helps to strengthen your muscles and relax your mind.

By admin, Wed, 06/10/2026 - 04:00

Join a Future U College and Career advisor for job Readiness preparation. This hands-on workshop will provide assistance in creating and or updating resumes and cover letters. Need interviewing tips, how to dress for success, and what direction should you take. 

By admin, Wed, 06/10/2026 - 04:00

Entre mis brazos: Inprint Bilingual Memoir Writing Series- Join Texas Poet Laureate Emeritus Lupe Mendez for weekly juntas - bring something to write with and all your stories. This is about you building the layers and the branches of your life tree! Cada quien tiene un árbol lleno de historias. Each one of us has a tree full of stories. Let us see what new leaves we can turn! Here we will write about what we know about our lives based on writing ideas and platicas.