Switch 2 Play is a weekly Thursday event at 5:00 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!
Teens
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.
Calling all homeschooled kids! Through hands-on activities, experiments, and interactive lessons, children will discover, learn, and explore.
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.
Bring the whole family for a fun LEGO challenge! Participants will get a challenge card to follow and if you complete all the steps, you'll be entered to win a prize!
All ages are welcome.
https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a8738ad2656cb004672110d
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Thu, 08/20/2026 - 19:00
Turn your food scraps into soil magic! Join in on these interactive composting classes and learn how to compost the right way - doing it yourself! Registration is required - please register online at Houston School of Compost.
What you'll learn:
https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a8738ad2656cb004672110c
admin
Thu, 08/20/2026 - 19:00
Turn your food scraps into soil magic! Join in on these interactive composting classes and learn how to compost the right way - doing it yourself! Registration is required - please register online at Houston School of Compost.
What you'll learn:
Turn your food scraps into soil magic! Join in on these interactive composting classes and learn how to compost the right way - doing it yourself! Registration is required - please register online at Houston School of Compost.
What you'll learn:
Turn your food scraps into soil magic! Join in on these interactive composting classes and learn how to compost the right way - doing it yourself! Registration is required - please register online at Houston School of Compost.
What you'll learn:
Book Buddies is a FREE literacy program that brings child and teens together to share the joy of reading. It pairs trained teen volunteers (Big Buddies) with children in K-3rd grades (Little Buddies).
Each Wednesday for 10 weeks, Big Buddies and Little Buddies will meet to read together and create positive experiences surrounding literacy. By the end of the session, we aspire that all Little Buddies will learn to love to read and form positive associations with reading.