Maker Central

By admin, Sat, 05/02/2026 - 04:00

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In honor of AAPI Heritage Month, we will be creating a stunning layered paper design with Cricut, inspired by the iconic Great Wave Off Kanagawa.

Participants must already have a Beanstack account and have earned their Cricut Badge before registering.

Space is limited, so secure your spot and make it happen!

By admin, Fri, 05/01/2026 - 01:00

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This orientation session will introduce participants to Cricut machine capabilities, operation, and use. Completion of this orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut at Harris County Public Library.

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69efd1f2defec6489cc0aa24 admin Tue, 04/28/2026 - 04:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to the Digital Media Lab (DML) and its policies and procedures. Attending a DML orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Digital Media Lab.

  • Children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Registration is required.

This event will take place in the 2nd Floor Computer Lab

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69de9ccecdd2f7e31fe21e9b admin Wed, 04/22/2026 - 22:00

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.

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69e7c250bd5c392c7645a644 admin Tue, 04/21/2026 - 22:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to Cricut and Sublimation printer operation and software in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut or sublimation printer.

  • This class is appropriate for ages 12 and up.
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

If you are trying to register multiple people:

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69e7c2078ddc1caf5f1e5929 admin Tue, 04/21/2026 - 22:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutting in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the laser cutter. 

  • This class is appropriate for patrons ages 12 and up. 
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

If you are trying to register multiple people:

By admin, Tue, 04/21/2026 - 22:00

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69e7bfbcbd5c392c7645a5c6

This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the 3D printer.

  • This class is appropriate for ages 8 and up.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. (Please register separately for yourself and each child)

If you are trying to register multiple people:

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69e79b19213814b1b5248d25 admin Tue, 04/21/2026 - 22:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to Cricut operation and software in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut.

  • This class is appropriate for ages 8 and up.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Registration required.
https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69e66ce2defec6489cbf0c82 admin Tue, 04/21/2026 - 04:00

Join us for the Monthly Make and Mingle- A hands-on program where creativity meets technology! Each month, adults and teens are invited to explore a new craft.

The craft for May will be earrings!

Materials provided, space is limited, register today!

We will meet in the Meeting Room on the Library's 1st floor this month.

Maker Central