Grades 3 to 12 bring your binders and come play Pokémon! Game mats and a limited number of gaming packs will be available. Parents must sign a permission slip to allow their children to trade cards. Library staff are not responsible for ensuring the equality of any trade between players based on card value (or sentimentality).
Maud Smith Marks Branch Library
Join with other toddlers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun every Thursday at 10:15 am or 11:15 am! Toddler Time uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays to engage toddlers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards toddlers ages 18-35 months. No ticket required.
Join with other toddlers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun every Thursday at 10:15 am or 11:15 am! Toddler Time uses age-appropriate stories, songs and finger plays to engage toddlers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards toddlers ages 18-35 months. No ticket required.
Join us for our laser cutter orientation!
Join us for arts, crafts, and STEM projects each Wednesday at 4:30pm. This program is for K-5th graders. All materials provided.
9-3-25 = Craft Time - presented by National Charity League
9-10-25 = Lego Challenge
9-17-25 = Craft Time - presented by National Charity League
9-24-25 = STEM Activity
10-1-25 = Craft Time - presented by National Charity League
10-8-25 = Lego Challenge
10-15-25 = Craft Time - presented by National Charity League
10-22-25 = Craft in lobby due to early voting
From September 3 to October 1, the Patty Cake Baby Story Time will be replaced by our Play and Grow Family Place Workshops. Baby Story Time will return on Wednesday, October 8.
Join us for a 5-week parent-child workshop focused on promoting early childhood development, parental education, and involvement.
Teens grades 6 to 12 come hang out with fellow anime/manga fans to watch anime and enjoy Japanese snacks!
Special Guest: "Classical Sing, Move and Play Storytime" - Preschool Storytime
Sing, move and play classes provide an introduction to melody, rhythm, instrument play time, and movement with music from famous operas and classical symphonies to folk songs. The Music of Mexico class, led by opera singers Alisa and Alejandro Magallón, will explore some of the most well-known tunes from traditional Mexican music and nursery songs. Recommended for ages 2-5. Children of all ages are welcome.
Join us for our 3D Printer Orientation!
This orientation session will instruct participants on using the 3D printer 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. Attendees will receive the 3D printer and Dremel 3D45 badges in Beanstack upon completion of orientation.
STEM majors are challenging — and that’s exactly why they’re worth it. But success in science, tech, engineering, or math takes more than just good grades and late-night study sessions. Join us for a no-fluff presentation packed with real-world advice to help you not just survive, but thrive in your STEM journey.