Parker Williams Branch Library

The Lunar New Year in 2026 marks the start of the Year of the Fire Horse, a powerful combination symbolizing energy, freedom, and progress.

We will celebrate by telling the story of the first Lunar New Year, playing games, and watching a performance of Diabolo.  

A diabolo is a juggling prop, like a yo-yo, consisting of an hourglass-shaped spool spun on a string stretched between two sticks held in each hand, allowing for complex tricks like tosses, catches, and spins, originating from ancient China.

This event is open to all ages. Snacks are provided.

Join us at the Parker Williams Library Innovation Lab for our Laser Cutter Orientation!

This orientation session will introduce participants to the laser-cutting services we offer at the library. Those who complete the orientation will then be able to request supervised time to use a laser cutter at any HCPL branch that has one. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a laser cutter in the future.

Join us at the Parker Williams Library Innovation Lab for our Sublimation Orientation!

This orientation session will introduce participants to the Sublimation services we offer at the library. Those who complete the orientation will then be able to request supervised time to use a Sublimation printer at any HCPL branch that has one. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a Sublimation printer in the future. This event is open to all ages. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult guardian.

Join us at the Parker Williams Library Innovation Lab for our 3D Printer Orientation!

This orientation session will introduce participants to the 3D printing services we offer at the library. Those who complete the orientation will then be able to request supervised time to use a 3D printer at any HCPL branch that has one. Attending this orientation is mandatory before patrons can request time to use a 3D printer in the future.

This event is open to all ages. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult guardian.

Join us for a free class to help you prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test. An English assessment must be taken for class admittance. Taking this class does not grant citizenship or pay for any application fees. Registration is required as space is limited.

Come sing, bounce, and listen to wonderful stories with other babies every Tuesday at Parker Williams! 

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