Teens

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 21:00

HCPL has partnered with Oldways to present classes on how to eat healthy by following a traditional African diet!

This program will feature two dishes rich in vegetables, spices, and beans. Those dishes are:

  • Black Eyed Pea Salad
  • Blackened Okra

Library staff will give a presentation on the dishes and prepare them for everyone to share! 

This event will be held on the 1st floor in the Children's Activity Space.

Registration is required.

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 21:00

Join us for a live cooking demonstration celebrating African culinary history! We will be learning about African cuisine, history, and culture while making Butter Bean Hummus and Cucumber Salad. All materials are provided and the program is completely free. This program is for adults and teens. Register online @ hcpl.net.

Space is limited, register online and reserve your spot today!

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 03:00

Ready to Enhance your Resume? and Cover Letter? Take your resume and cover letter to the next level with a Future U advisor who can help you with great insight on how to attract top-notch employers and get their attention. Get great tips on crafting your resume and cover letter to be tailor-made with your skills, qualifications, and experiences. Have one on one talks with Future U advisor about today's job market and how to prepare and what to look for. 

By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 00:00

Occurrence: Tuesdays, weekly (unless otherwise noted)

Time 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Ages: 14+

Description: Ballet Body Conditioning Basics is ballet-based body conditioning and strengthening using Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) exercises.

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By admin, Tue, 01/13/2026 - 00:00

Come piece together the perfect collage Valentines cards for your special someone with us at the West University library on February 9th, 5-6pm! Feel free to bring any of your own photographs you’d like to add to your card. No prior art (or collage making) experience required!

By admin, Mon, 01/12/2026 - 21:00

Teens, celebrate the Year of the Horse with us! Discover the meaning behind the celebration and sample Lunar New Year food from a variety of countries that observe the holiday. 

This program is for teens in middle and high school.