New Big Buddies are invited to attend a training session on September 4th from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at the North Channel Branch of the public library. This training prepares volunteers to participate in the Book Buddies program, which pairs teen volunteers with children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade for 10 weeks of shared reading. Returning Big Buddies are not required to attend. Sign up at the front desk!
North Channel Branch Library
Switch 2 Play is a weekly Thursday event at 4:00 PM in the library, where people of all ages can relax and connect through popular games like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart World, Just Dance, Street Fighter VI, and more! All necessary equipment—including the console, controllers, and seating—is provided for a fun and easygoing gaming experience, though feel free to bring your own controllers if you prefer!
September 04 - Review
September 09 - Review
September 11 - Review
September 16 - Introduction to Microsoft Word
September 18 - Introduction to Microsoft Word
September 23 - Intermediate Word
September 25 - Intermediate Word
September 30 - Introduction to PowerPoint
Unlock your potential with HCPL's Adult Basic Education Literacy Program! Tailored for adults who speak English but want to enhance their reading and writing skills, this program pairs you with a tutor for one-on-one support at our branch. Best of all, it’s completely free, and we provide all the books and materials you’ll need. Take the first step towards mastering literacy today!
Join us for a morning of board books, songs, parachute play, and bubbles at Baby Time-for our tiniest patrons and their caregivers! This program is a wonderful way to encourage your child’s language development, early literacy, and connect with other parents!
Book Buddies is a free program that brings children and and teen 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. More information can be found on our website.
Join us for a free class to help you prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test. You must complete an English placement assessment to join the class. Taking this class will not grant citizenship or pay for any application fees. Registration is required as space is limited.
Book Buddies is a free program that brings children and and teen 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. More information can be found on our website.
Join us for a free class to help you prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test. You must complete an English placement assessment to join the class. Taking this class will not grant citizenship or pay for any application fees. Registration is required as space is limited.
Explore and play with more of our George and Barbara Bush Family Place toy collection, engage in a weekly art activity, and meet/chat with local child development professionals! Register your 1–3-year-old today for our play/workshop five-week long series Wednesdays September 10 through October 8 from 11am -12:15pm!