Maker Central

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a98782636204e08fbb91c72 admin Tue, 09/08/2026 - 19:00

Get Creative with Cricut! 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.

  • This class is appropriate for ages 8 and up.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult during orientation and appointments.

We will meet in the Meeting Room on the 1st Floor.


https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a9877a936204e08fbb91c47 admin Thu, 09/03/2026 - 07:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to 3D printing services within the Harris County Public Library system. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the 3D printer.

This class is appropriate for ages 10 and up. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

We will meet in the Meeting Room on the 1st Floor.

Registration is required.

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a9877ea60ccaf01c022e934 admin Thu, 09/03/2026 - 04:00

This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutter services within the Harris County Public Library system. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule a time to use a laser cutter at HCPL maker locations. This class is appropriate for patrons ages 12 and up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Registration is required and space is limited!

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a95f11d57c264087ad53d97 admin Tue, 09/01/2026 - 04:00

Join us for our Cricut orientation!

This orientation session will instruct participants on using the Cricut in the library. Those completing the class will then be able to schedule time to use a Cricut 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 Cricut. Attendees will receive the Cricut and Cricut Explore Air 2 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a920b3fbcd6690f682a7203 admin Sat, 08/29/2026 - 10:00

Put your sublimation skills to work and create a Talavera-style mug from start to finish using the Cricut Mug Press. This DIY session is hands-on and gives you the chance to complete your own project.

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a920b05392e9c02993ce531 admin Sat, 08/29/2026 - 04:00

Learn the basics of the Cricut Mug Press and sublimation while creating a Talavera-style mug! This hands-on Cricut Orientation includes a demonstration of the sublimation process, plus an opportunity to try it yourself.

By admin, Fri, 08/28/2026 - 04:00

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 do not already have a Beanstack account, please sign-up for Beanstack prior to orientation. You can sign up for a Beanstack account here: https://hcpl.beanstack.com/reader365

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a90567b660e510bf4402f25 admin Fri, 08/28/2026 - 04:00

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.

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a905afd392e9c02993cb87e admin Fri, 08/28/2026 - 01:00

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

https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a905a8b58433600542b8514 admin Fri, 08/28/2026 - 01:00

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.