Grades 2nd – 12th come to Maud Marks Thursday, October 15 to play chess. Coaches from First Checkmate will be present to offer advice, make decisions, and help improve your gameplay!
Tweens
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.
Are you ready to race against your friends on Rainbow Road, dance to your favorite songs, or fight against your foes?
Join Teen Gaming! The program occurs every Tuesday after school from 4pm-5:15pm.
Grades 2nd – 12th come to Maud Marks Thursday, October 15 to play chess. Coaches from First Checkmate will be present to offer advice, make decisions, and help improve your gameplay!
Are you a teen or tween interested in storytelling, illustration, and manga? Join us for a four-week creative series designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of creating their own manga or comics.
In a welcoming and supportive environment, participants will explore the creative process, including:
Tweens can enjoy a fun, free craft while hanging out with friends. Come join us for some creative fun!
**For grades 6th-12th**
*Younger siblings welcome!*
Are you looking for a welcoming and stress-free environment for you and your homeschooled tweens and/or teens? 6th-12th graders will meet other homeschoolers, chat, craft, & have fun at the library!
Meet other parents and form long-lasting connections and a sense of community.
Thursday, November 5 ~ 1 PM
Library programs are always free and made possible by our Friends of the Fairbanks Library. Teen programs are designed for middle schoolers and high schoolers.
Do you consider yourself an expert on Taylor Swift? Do you know obscure trivia and feel confident you have what it takes?
Come to the library and solve an escape room about Taylor Swift, slightly spooky because it's our favorite time of the year: Halloween! Solve puzzles, decipher clues, and race against the ticking clock.
All materials provided. This program is designed for grades 6th-12th only.
Wednesday, October 28 ~ 6 PM
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Come play the famous role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) at the library! This will be a beginner-friendly three session campaign.
If you are an experienced player, or have never played before, all skill levels are welcome! We will provide all materials. You can bring your own character or we will have one ready for you.
This program is for ages 12-17.
Celebrate the Barbara Bush Library turning 50!
Join us after hours for a documentary about librarians in Texas and how book bans affect their communities.
Refreshments will be available as supplies last. Children must be accompanied by an adult.