This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing services within the Harris County Public Library system. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule a time to use a 3D printer at HCPL locations, during which time they will complete a short machine-specific orientation at the location of their choice. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Attendees will receive 3D Printer and Lulzbot Mini 2 (machine) badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.
Adults
Calling all genealogists! We’ll be hosting an open lab for FamilySearch, a free, online resource for genealogy/family history research on Friday, October 02 at 4:15 PM in our upstairs Computer Lab.
- Occurrence: 2nd Tuesday of the Month (unless otherwise noted)
- Time 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
- Ages: 18+
- Description: Join us to play all different types board games.
- Additional Info: Bring your own game or play one of ours.
- Location: LRNC 215 (upstairs)
- Occurrence: 2nd Tuesday of the Month (unless otherwise noted)
- Time 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
- Ages: 18+
- Description: Join us to play all different types board games.
- Additional Info: Bring your own game or play one of ours.
- Location: LRNC 215 (upstairs)
Do you knit/crochet/craft? Please join us for our weekly meeting of the Knotty and Nice Club. We meet for 2 hours and socialize while working on our own projects or community charity projects. Please note that this is not a class but people are always available to help you if you need a LITTLE help. If you have never knitted or crocheted, the library offers many books and a few DVDs to learn. You can find many helpful videos on YouTube as well.
Join us for advanced Spanish! This class is designed for patrons who are already familiar with Spanish and would deem themselves to be at an advanced level. This class will meet on Monday mornings. It is a free class taught by our amazing tutor, Naheily.
Watercolor for “Young at heART” adults meets every Tuesday morning to enjoy watercolor painting while commiserating with fellow artists! This friendly and social group is open to all adults and to all levels of art experience, including those who have never painted with watercolor at all. Sometimes the group works on individual projects and sometimes there is an art education period. Sometimes you will learn something new and sometimes you can teach something to others. Join in for a morning of beautiful art and fun conversation!
Do you love reading mystery books?
Join The Fiction Files as we discuss this year's Gulf Coast Reads book, The Librarians by Sherry Thomas. We're so excited to hear everyone's opinions on this book whether you loved it (or not!).
Read more about it HERE.
Gulf Coast Reads is a regional initiative that encourages communities on the Texas Gulf Coast to read the same book and come together for meaningful discussions throughout October.
Welcome to The Yarn Society!
Let's get together and crochet/knit. We enjoy each other's company and even chit chat here and there!
We love to make things for charity!
So far we have made:
Ear warmers for the Bridge Over Troubled Waters shelterKennel decorations and cat mats for the pets at the South Houston Animal ShelterCute drawstring bags for the New Hope Women's Center and SIR HouseCurrently making blankets for the BEAR organizationCurrently also making ear warmers for Crossroads at Park PlaceJoin us!
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ESL Classes (Various Levels)
All of HCPL English-learning classes are taught by trained volunteer tutors and are completely free to attend. Learning materials are provided.
Beginner ESL Classes for Adults who speak little or no English. You will practice speaking, reading, writing and listening.
Advanced ESL Classes & Conversation Club for Adults who want to reach fluency in English. Practice speaking, reading, writing and listening with native speakers in a nonjudgmental environment.