Join us in the teen space and make your own buttons with our button maker! Use one of our designs or make your own! All supplies are provided.
Open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school. Email virginia.gonzalez@hcpl.net for any questions.
Tweens
Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for Cruisin' with Ms. Caroline!
Travel around the world without leaving the library! Learn about different foods and cultures with activities meant to share worldly experiences that are once in a lifetime!
This program is for ages 7 to 12. If there are younger kids in your group (6 and under), please come to the Family Place play area to engage in age appropriate distractions while the older siblings are exploring their world.
Connect with other young artists at our monthly drawing group! Experiment with differerent styles, trade ideas, and enjoy a relaxed creative space. Art supplies and snacks provided. Open to tweens and teens in 6th grade through 12th grade (ages 11-18).
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.
Learn how to build an excellent resume!
Learn how to build an excellent resume!
Come get crafty at the Barbara Bush Branch Library on our Tween Craft Day!
Have some fun creating a different project each month. All materials will be provided.
This program is strictly for ages 8 to 12. If there are Littles in your group, please come to the Family Place play area to engage in age appropriate distractions while the siblings are crafting new creations.
Supplies are limited, so please pick up a ticket from the Children's staff prior to the program.
Test your creativity and engineering skills by building a structure strong enough to survive a blizzard in this exciting STEM challenge. Will you chill out or crash out?
Date: 1/28/2027
Time: 11 am – 12 pm
Ages: 11 – 17
Registration: Not required, but preferred
For high school and middle school students only. Meet in the computer lab for crafts, movies, & games.
For high school and middle school students only. Meet in the computer lab for crafts, movies, & games.