Asian Pacific Islander Heritage

Adults and teens are invited to join us Saturday, May 9th, for a hands-on sublimation workshop celebrating AAPI through art and design. Participants will learn all about the process of sublimation and how they can book time to use sublimation equipment at select HCPL maker locations for their own projects! 

Attendees will learn sublimation techniques by creating a full-color Asian American and Pacific Islander Month-themed metal business card. Participants will have the opportunity to choose from 2 pre-selected designs, created by our guest instructor, Sonny! 

VOICES ONCE UNHEARD, STORIES FINALLY SEEN.

Join us at Maud Marks Branch Library for a special morning with acclaimed author Jeff Chang, a leading voice on culture, race, and music in America today.

In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Chang will discuss his powerful new book, Water Mirror Echo: Bruce Lee and the Making of Asian America, in conversation with a guest moderator, followed by a book signing.

Calling all anime enthusiasts: test your knowledge and win prizes at Anime Trivia Night! Winners will earn a laser cut trophy and bragging rights. Snacks will be provided. This program is for teens ages 13-18. 

How does K-Pop reflect the culture of South Korea? Discover the meaning behind your favorite songs.

This program is for teens in middle and high school. 

Ready to chat about your favorite anime and manga? Club Anime! is for you! 

This program is for ages 13-18. 

Join us for this special Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month themed dessert exchange. Homemade or store bought goods are both accepted, and sharing recipes is encouraged! Those without desserts are welcome to attend.

Please note that, while we encourage participants to list allergens, we cannot guarantee that any items will be free from cross-contamination.

This program is intended for adults 18+.

Teen Book Club has transformed into Read It and Eat! It's a book club with a twist--during book club, you create something yummy based on this month's theme and then feast. This month, the theme is Asian American Pacific Islander American Heritage Month. 

Readers of manga, graphic novels, books, and audiobooks are welcome! Even if you haven't read anything new lately, you can still join us! This program is for readers ages 13-18.

Hey adults! Are you a book lover or want to get into reading? Then come join Shelf-ish Book Club! This is for adult readers who love exploring a variety of stories. Meetings are typically every fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm. Enjoy snacks and beverages during the discussion. Feel free to contact the library or visit us for any questions.

January - The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

February - James by Percival Everett

March - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

April - Poetry!

May - What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo

Join the Barbara Bush Branch Library in welcoming the Kaminari Thunderstudies for a musical performance unlike any other!

Do you love the strong, rhythmic beat of drums? There's something special about the drumline in any performance. Taiko is a traditional form of drumming from Japan and we are so excited to bring this performance to you!

This event will be outside in the grassy area between The Pearl Fincher Museum and the N. Greenfield Dr. entrance to Collins Park. Please bring blankets to sit on.