Create your own custom trinket dish at the library using air-dry clay! Shape, mold, and decorate a small dish perfect for holding jewelry, coins, or other small treasures.
For teens in grades 6-12. No registration required.
Tweens
Get creative at the library by decorating picture frames in a variety of sizes! Use paints, stickers, and craft supplies to design a personalized frame perfect for photos, artwork, or gifts.
For teens in grades 6-12. No registration required.
Dig into a fun, edible “dirt and worms” treat at the library! Teens will layer cookie crumbs, pudding, and gummy worms in a cup to create a creepy and sweet snack they can decorate and enjoy.
For teens in grades 6-12. No registration required.
Add some sparkle to your style by creating your own bedazzled keychain at the library! Each participant will make a keychain to take home using the relaxing diamond painting technique.
For teens in grades 6-12. No registration required.
Get ready for an afternoon full of color, creativity, and summer fun! Join us on Wednesday, July 1st at 4:30 PM for a festive tie-dye event where you can create your very own red, white, and blue masterpiece. Whether you love bold swirls, classic stripes, or star-inspired designs, this is the perfect way to celebrate summer and show off your creative side.
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.
Join us as we celebrate the beginning of the Summer Reading Program. Come sign-up for SRP, learn about the library activities available this summer, explore the services of our community partners, and have food and fun!
Ready to power up your afternoon? Come to the library and play interactive games on the Nex Playground system! Move, jump, and laugh with friends in an active gaming session.
Mr. Kelly will be teaching the basics of the game of chess, how the pieces move, easy openings, endgames, and host games for beginners, intermediate, and advanced players age 6-17.
Join us for a DINO-MITE film festival every Friday.
1:00 to 3:30 p.m., kids under 10 can enjoy fun, age-appropriate dinosaur themed cartoons and movies.
3:30 to 6:00 p.m., tweens and adults can experience thrilling dinosaur adventures.
It's a ROARING good time for all ages!