College is expensive, but paying for it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Join us for an informative Financial Aid & FAFSA Presentation where we’ll break down how to apply for aid, maximize your eligibility, and avoid common mistakes. Whether you’re a student or a parent, you’ll walk away knowing the steps to secure the funding you need for your education.
Teens
Join us for the Teen “Bring Your Own Book” Book Club, where you pick the read and share what you love! This month’s optional theme is National Humor Month, so bring a funny book that made you laugh out loud—or just come for the jokes and good company. It’s a chill, no-pressure way to discover new reads and connect with other book-loving teens!
Unfold your creativity at Origami Night, where teens can learn the art of paper folding and transform simple sheets into stunning creations! No experience needed—just bring your imagination and we’ll provide all the materials and guidance. Come relax, create, and connect with friends at this fun and hands-on Teen Craft Night!
Join us for Reading Bullseye made just for teens! Test your literary knowledge and aim to win awesome prizes. Bring your friends, your competitive spirit, and get ready for a night of laughter, games, and great reads!
Nothing to do at home? Head on over to the library as we make a beaded corn pin craft to celebrate the fall season. Pin it on your backpack or clothes!
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).
Join us to discover effective time management strategies for academic success!
Join us on the first and third Thursdays of the month at Inklings, our teen creative writing club. Bring your writing to share and get feedback from other teens. Any kind of writing is welcome, from short stories to fanfiction, poetry to novels! This program is open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school. Email virginia.gonzalez@hcpl.net for more information.
Take a break and enjoy doing a variety of jigsaw puzzles in the teen space! Work individually or with friends while you listen to music and put together puzzles. This program is open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school.
Come watch a movie in the teen space and eat delicious snacks! Movie rotates monthly; November's movie is Twilight (rating: PG-13). Popcorn and drinks will be provided. This program is open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school.