Teens

Join us at the Parker Williams Library Innovation Lab for our Laser Cutter Orientation!

This orientation session will introduce participants to the laser-cutting services we offer at the library. Those who complete the orientation will then be able to request supervised time to use a laser cutter at any HCPL branch that has one. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a laser cutter in the future.

Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult guardian.

Alebrijes are spirits that guide, accompany, and protect us throughout our lives. A vivid representative of Mexican and Oaxacan folk art that is traditionally carved from copal wood, painted with exquisite detail, and vibrant colors.

In this craft, we will make and decorate our own alebrijes out of paper! Use them as a bookmark! All ages are welcome. 

Materials provided: crayons, markers, stickers and construction paper.

This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing services within the Harris County Public Library system. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the 3D printer or Resin 3D printer. 

This class is appropriate for ages 10 and up. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is required and space is limited! Sign up today!

Join us for a celebration of Texas Archaeology Month with clay pinch pot kits provided by the Texas Historical Commission! Learn about Texas archaeology while making your own pot inspired by Caddo pottery traditions. All skill levels welcome, and all supplies provided. Due to limited supplies, only one pot per person.

This program is open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school. For more information, please email virginia.gonzalez@hcpl.net. 

This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutter services within the Harris County Public Library system. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule a time to use a laser cutter at HCPL maker locations. This class is appropriate for patrons ages 12 and up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Join us in the teen space and make your own buttons with our button maker to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Use one of our designs or make your own! All supplies are provided. 

Open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school. Email virginia.gonzalez@hcpl.net for any questions.

Get Creative with Cricut! This orientation session will introduce participants to Cricut machine capabilities, operation, and use. Completion of this orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut at Harris County Public Library.

Join Future U and High Meadows for an informative and beneficial event showcasing several topics related to both career exploration, and finding ways to research and also fund college pathways to rewarding and marketable careers.

Future U will be on hand providing information and resources on marketable degrees, trades, and marketable and targeted occupations in Harris County, as well as how to research and apply for hundreds of available scholarships and grants to help fund your educational pursuits.

Learn how to navigate FAFSA, TASFA and student loans so you can maximize your funding options, avoid common mistakes, and make informed decisions about paying for college. 

Are you ready to race against your friends on Rainbow Road, play guitar in a band, or fight your foes?

Join Teen Gaming! The program occurs every Thursday after school from 2:45pm-4pm.