Maker Central

Join us for the Monthly Make and Mingle, a new hands-on program where creativity meets technology! Each month, adults are invited to explore a new craft or DIY project using in-house maker equipment—including the Cricut, laser cutter, and 3D printers—alongside traditional crafting supplies.

Whether you're an experienced maker or just curious to try something new, this program offers a welcoming space to learn, create, and connect with fellow makers. All materials are provided, space is limited, register today!

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.

Bring your creativity and we’ll bring the supplies!

Please join this adult only program to learn how to make your own deco mesh wreath in this fun, hands-on program. 

Supplies provided by the Friends of Freeman Library.

Saturday November 22
1 PM
Innovation Lab Classroom

Join us for a Cricut Orientation at Harris County Public Library!

This session will introduce participants to the Cricut machine’s capabilities, operation, and use. Completion of this orientation is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut at HCPL.

During the orientation, you’ll also have the chance to design and create your own custom mug—a fun, hands-on way to put your new skills into action!

Join us for a Cricut Orientation at Harris County Public Library!

This session will introduce participants to the Cricut machine’s capabilities, operation, and use. Completion of this orientation is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut at HCPL.

During the orientation, you’ll also have the chance to design and create your own custom mug—a fun, hands-on way to put your new skills into action!

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. Registration is required.

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 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Registration required.

Learn how to book time with the Kingwood Library’s Glowforge Laser Cutter! This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutting and engraving services in the library. Those who complete the class will then be able to request time to use a laser cutter 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 laser cutter.

Come Join us for The Cricut Explore Air 2 Orientation!

This orientation session will introduce the participants the Cricut Explore Air 2 in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the Cricut.

This class is appropriate for patrons 16 and older.

Registration is required.

Learn how to book time with the Kingwood Library’s Mayku Vacuum Former. This orientation session will introduce participants to vacuum forming services in the library, and the basics on how to create your own uniquely-shaped plastic molds. Those who complete the class will then be able to request time to use a vacuum former 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 vacuum former.