Maker Central

By admin, Fri, 05/08/2026 - 07:00

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.

By admin, Wed, 05/06/2026 - 07:00

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.

By admin, Wed, 05/06/2026 - 07:00

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.

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

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

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.

By 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

By 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.

By 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: